For Sale: Vintage Gelatin Silver print of silent / early sound Hollywood actress Alice White.

Description

Alice White (born Alva White, August 24, 1904 – February 19, 1983) was an American film actress who rose to prominence during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Known for her bubbly personality and “flapper” charm, White was often cast in comedic and musical roles that showcased her playful, effervescent screen presence. Encouraged by Charlie Chaplin to pursue acting, White made her screen debut in 1927’s “The Sea Tiger”.  Alice quickly became known as a “flapper-era star” due to her comedic timing, charm, and resemblance to Clara Bow — who dominated the “It Girl” persona of that time.

Though she never reached the same level of fame as contemporaries like Bow or Jean Harlow, White remains a notable figure of the silent and early sound eras.

Provenance: The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) manages the deaccessioning of materials—removing items from its permanent collection—primarily through partnerships with local Friends of the Library groups. These organizations often hold regular book sales featuring deaccessioned and donated items. This image — after being digitized — were part of that sale.