Viva Villa! (MGM, 1934). Fine+ on Linen. One Sheet (27.25" X 41") Style D. Al Hirschfeld Artwork.. ...

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Viva Villa! (MGM, 1934). Fine+ on Linen. One Sheet (27.25" X 41") Style D. Al Hirschfeld Artwork.
Who better than Al Hirschfeld to capture the larger-than-life presence and exaggerated expressions of Wallace Beery? Known for his distinctive and masterful caricature style, Hirschfeld perfectly encapsulates Beery's rugged charm and signature "mugging" in this striking artwork for Viva Villa!, where the actor portrays the legendary Mexican revolutionary, Pancho Villa. Adding a touch of humor and flair, Hirschfeld cleverly includes a graceful woman reclining on the brim of Beery's oversized sombrero, an artistic flourish that enhances the piece's whimsical appeal. This rare Style D stone lithograph one-sheet is a true collector's gem-one of the few full-color posters to showcase a Hirschfeld illustration-making it a highly sought-after and visually captivating piece of cinematic history. This poster has had repairs to the corners, airbrushing, and light fold touchup, and the linen has been trimmed to the border. From the Cliff Wilson Collection.


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