Framed Autographed Photograph of Gaslight Quarter Theatre

This item is a large-format black and white photograph depicting the exterior of the Gaslight Quarter Theatre, likely located in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. The photograph is professionally matted and housed in a mauve or dusty rose-colored frame with a semi-gloss finish. The image features the theatre's storefront at night, highlighted by an illuminated awning and interior lights casting a warm glow onto the sidewalk. A significant feature is the personalized inscription in the upper left corner of the print, which appears to be written in black ink, addressed 'To Joe,' and dated '1984'. The inscription includes a sentimental message, potentially from a cast or crew member related to a production like 'The Play'. Physically, the frame shows signs of minor surface wear and dust, consistent with age. The matting consists of a multi-layered design with a textured, marbled inner border and a wider cream-colored outer border. The photograph itself presents high contrast with deep blacks in the shadowed areas, suggesting a professional print quality from the early to mid-1980s. This piece serves as both a historical record of a local architectural landmark and a piece of theatrical memorabilia.