Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 774:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Progressive Pictures Corp., Slander House (1938) Original Half-Sheet Movie Poster, Featuring Adrianne Ames This is an original theatrical release poster for the 1938 independent drama Slander House, produced by Progressive Pictures Corp. The film stars Adrianne Ames and Craig Reynolds, with a supporting cast including Esther Ralston, George Meeker, Pert Kelton, and William Newell. Directed by Charles Lamont, the production was based on the novel Scandal House by Madeline Woods. The poster was manufactured by the Continental Litho Corp. of Cleveland, Ohio, a prominent printer of film advertising during the Golden Age of Hollywood. The horizontal layout and multi-color lithographic printing are characteristic of pre-war lobby displays. While no formal Certificate of Authenticity is present, the printing technique, paper quality, and authentic wear patterns are consistent with an original 1938 release. The reverse side features original handwritten distributor or inventory notations including the number 40645 and the film title, providing evidence of its history within the theatrical distribution chain.
Condition report:
The poster is in Good to Very Good condition, showing signs of age and theatrical use. It contains notable horizontal and vertical fold lines from original storage and distribution. The edges and corners exhibit minor wear, including small tears, creasing, and pinholes consistent with display in a theater lobby. The surface remains generally clean with vibrant colors and light localized creasing. The reverse shows natural age-toning and original distributor markings.
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