Martin Landau personal Edward Gorey skull signed by the cast of the stage production of Dracula....

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Martin Landau personal Edward Gorey skull signed by the cast of the stage production of Dracula. (1984-1985) Vintage original skull set piece from the touring production of Dracula starring Martin Landau as the mythical "Count Dracula" and with scenic and costume design by Edward Gorey. The 7 x 8 x 5 in. Gorey-designed skull is constructed of cast fiberglass on wooden backing and is painted mottled white with black airbrush details. Skulls like these were found in the bedroom set used as drapery stays in the elaborate curtains at the window treatments and bed headboard. The skull is signed by cast and crewmembers including Michael Nostrand ("Renfield"), Humbert Allen Astredo ("Van Helsing"), Dalton Dearborn ("Dr. Seward"), Mary Dierson ("Lucy"), Tom Galantich ("Jonathan Harker"), and others. Exshibiting production wear and age. In vintage very good condition.

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