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Three Sheet (41" x 79"); Stone Lithograph, Style No. 3 ; The Collection of the Late J. Stephen Ryan
Fine+ on Linen
20th Century Fox, 1947

This stunning three sheet stone lithograph features beautiful artwork of Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn, and a very young Natalie Wood. Printed on two panels, this poster has been professionally linen-backed, with some touch-ups made to address general wear and light paper loss along the folds. There is intermittent restoration along the first line of the film title where the two sheets meet, and a small lower border chip has been touched up. The poster shows a tear extending from the left border into the film title, with additional tears around the name "Perlberg" in the lower-right corner. The restorer wisely chose to leave some fold wear intact, and the poster shows wear in various areas along the folds. The colors remain fresh and vibrant, making this large-format poster a magnificent display piece from this Christmas-themed classic.

"Miracle on 34th Street," a Christmas comedy-drama written and directed by George Seaton, stars Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood, and Edmund Gwenn. Set in New York City during the holiday season, it follows a department store Santa who claims to be the real Santa Claus. A perennial favorite, the film won three Academy Awards-for Gwenn, Davies, and Seaton-and received a Best Picture nomination.

Estimate: $1,000 - 2,000