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On this fourth of Lionel, a shout out to the man of a thousand, er, cravats, Mr Lionel Barrymore! Mr B was known for his bow ties, especially later in life, but in his early career, 19teens and 20s, he rocked a fair number of stunning period, long, and bow ties. The man just could wear some period costumes!
I am particularly fond of these pics, from films as varied as a Hal Roach comedy (Wife Tamers), The Show, and The Splendid Road. I adore a good tie on a well-dressed man. Based on a paper clipping, I also know Mr B personally was overfond of ties: he was once taken to court for an unpaid cravat bill (H/T Jennifer R, sft on fb!) Feast thine peepers on these lovely ties adorning the birthday boy to be!
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| As The Greek in THE SHOW |
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| WIFE TAMERS promo pic |
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| My color version for valentine's |
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| C . 1917 |
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| C. 1926 |
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| As Captain Butler, 1924, AMERICA |
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| Little brother beats Mike at tie-test, 1926 |
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| In full cravat glory, AMERICA |
I know, kind of a weak excuse to post pics I love, but his curious fondness for neckwear seems at odds with his self-professed "mañana" attitude to life. And he lived through huge changes in clothing during his lifetime. I like to think he'd be fond of the beautiful ties available now in every color imaginable, though I also imagine he might prefer staying in pajamas all day.
Well, any excuse for posting pics! Happy fourth of Lionel!
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