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"Pioneers of Laughter, " Original Color Lithograph Vintage Poster

Ca. 1959-1961

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An original color lithograph poster with drawings of Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Laurel and Hardy, Andy Clyde, and Billy Bevan. 62" x 47 1/4" art 66 1/2" x 51 5/8" framed Les Pionniers du Rire (literally translates to "The Pioneers of Laughter"), the circa 1960s compilation comedy movie ("1 1/2 hours of mad gaiety"; "all in the same program"; apparently a compilation of comedy shorts by Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Laurel & Hardy, Andy Clyde, and Billy Bevan). What makes this poster especially notable is that it features artwork of not only Charlie Chaplin, but also Laurel & Hardy AND Buster Keaton. There are other compilation comedy movies that have artwork of these legends together.
  • Creation Year:
    Ca. 1959-1961
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 66.5 in (168.91 cm)Width: 51.63 in (131.15 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10383g1stDibs: LU60531780183

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