284. MIGHTY JOE YOUNG - Insert Insert (14 x 36) Fine Folded | MIGHTY JOE YOUNG (1949)

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Sold Stock #183591 | Sold Mar 9 2025

MIGHTY JOE YOUNG (1949)

Collectible Posters Auction: Spring 2025

284. MIGHTY JOE YOUNG - Insert Insert (14" x 36"); Fine+ Folded

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Insert (14" x 36")
Fine+ Folded; Artwork by Gene Widhoff
RKO, 1949

A young woman who raised a giant gorilla from infancy takes him to Hollywood years later, seeking fame and fortune in director Ernest B. Schoedsack's popular fantasy adventure produced by RKO. This folded example shows a chip and signs of wear on the upper left corner, along with sporadic border creases, a tear on the bottom edge, and general fold wear. Despite these imperfections, this unrestored piece features rich, bold colors and a fresh appearance.

After the massive success of King Kong (1933), RKO Pictures sought to create a follow-up to the film. Unfortunately, the star of the movie, Kong, perished at the end of the film, falling from the top of the Empire State Building. However, this did not deter Kong creators Merian C Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack, along with special effects and stop-motion genius Willis O'Brien (assisted by a young Ray Harryhausen, who served as an assistant animator in his first job), model maker Marcel Delgado, and Robert Armstrong from the original film. Together, they collaborated on making this new picture.

Estimate: $500 - 1,000