MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

Italian 2-Fogli (39" x 55")
Very Fine on Linen; Artwork by Dante Manno
C.I.A, 1948

When released in the summer of 1947, the posters made little note of Christmas being involved. Studio head Darryl F. Zanuck insisted the film debut in the spring because more people went to the movies in the warm weather. Leading up to its May 2, 1947 release, promotions kept the Christmas aspect of the film a secret.

There is airbrushing to the borders. Touch-ups have been made to the folds and the distributor logo.

A cinematic treasure directed by George Seaton and starring the enchanting Maureen O'Hara, this 1947 masterpiece encapsulates the magic of Christmas through the story of a young girl's encounter with a very special department store, Santa Claus. Winner of several Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actor for Edmund Gwenn's unforgettable portrayal of Kris Kringle, this film has etched its name in the annals of film history.

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