Bidspirit auction | Chicago Theater 1941 Hand Painted

Chicago Theater 1941 Hand Painted Poster 2 Sided - This large-format, double-sided theater display poster is an original piece of hand-painted cinema artwork created for marquee publicity during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Salvaged from the Chicago Theatre, the display advertises two notable 1941 feature releases: Universal Pictures' romantic comedy Model Wife starring Joan Blondell and Dick Powell, and Republic Pictures' musical comedy Sis Hopkins starring Judy Canova. Rendered in vivid tempera and gouache paints on heavy, thick illustration board, the artwork showcases dramatic period typography and custom character illustrations. Physical condition reflects authentic theatrical use, exhibiting edge wear, light corner flaking, surface scuffs, water staining along the bottom edge of the Sis Hopkins side, and uniform age-related toning across both sides. H 48.5”, W 37.75”, D 0.25”. Please see photos for condition. Note: Pickup/Transport required. Contacts available Post-Auction.