Sports Memorabilia, Trading Cards, and Americana May 16'26
Lot 798:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! Secret Evidence (1941) Original Half-Sheet Movie Poster, PRC Poverty Row Crime Drama This is an authentic original half-sheet movie poster for the 1941 crime drama Secret Evidence, produced by the notable Poverty Row studio Producers Releasing Corporation (PRC). The production stars Marjorie Reynolds and Charles Quigley, featuring Ward McTaggart and Kenneth Harlan, under the direction of William Nigh and production of E.B. Derr. The poster is authenticated by the official PRC logo in the lower-right corner and the Printed in U.S.A. mark in the lower-right margin. It possesses significant historical provenance via a vintage distributor stamp on the reverse from the Independent Poster Exchange, 1033 Vine St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This stamp confirms its history within the theatrical distribution circuit. Additional period markings include the handwritten title and inventory number 621 in pencil on the reverse, typical of theater exchange cataloging systems.
Condition report:
The poster is in Fair to Good condition, showing heavy signs of theatrical use and age-related wear. There is a prominent puncture through the eye of the main male figure (Charles Quigley), along with several smaller pinholes and minor punctures across the surface. The paper exhibits multiple heavy horizontal and vertical fold lines consistent with period distribution, featuring associated surface wear and minor pigment loss along the creases. The borders and margins show tattering, including small tears and minor corner losses. Old adhesive tape and tape residue are present on the reverse corners and edges, with some associated staining visible on the front. The paper stock shows evident toning and light surface soiling throughout. This item is a prime candidate for professional linen-backing and restoration.
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