EXTREMELY RARE GARY COOPER MOVIE BANNER FOR THE “VIRGINIAN”.

This is believed to be the only example known. Banners, in general, are significantly rarer than movie posters and this is an outstanding one. It was for what turned out to be a fine and popular Western movie which included a young Gary Cooper. This important movie purportedly elevated Cooper from strong leading man to a super star. This is his first talking movie and the movie actually appeared without sound and with sound; depending upon where it was played. The banner features fabulous bright colors and is a great rarity; one of cinemas most famous action heroes. The movie was produced by Paramount in 1929. SIZE: 118″ l x 35-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Some small losses & tears on margin (see image); some vertical fold creases, also a couple of small tears; colors remain strong. 52382-1 (3,000-8,000) – Lot 3031

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3031	$3,630.00	EXTREMELY RARE GARY COOPER MOVIE BANNER FOR THE “VIRGINIAN”. This is believed to be the only example known. Banners, in general, are significantly rarer than movie posters and this is an outstanding one. It was for what turned out to be a fine and popular Western movie which included a young Gary Cooper. This important movie purportedly elevated Cooper from strong leading man to a super star. This is his first talking movie and the movie actually appeared without sound and with sound; depending upon where it was played. The banner features fabulous bright colors and is a great rarity; one of cinemas most famous action heroes. The movie was produced by Paramount in 1929. SIZE: 118″ l x 35-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Some small losses & tears on margin (see image); some vertical fold creases, also a couple of small tears; colors remain strong. 52382-1 (3,000-8,000) – Lot 3031 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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EXTREMELY RARE GARY COOPER MOVIE BANNER FOR THE “VIRGINIAN”.