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Charlie Chaplin 'The Champion' Original Vintage Movie Poster, Swedish, 1944

About the Item

A bold, eye-catching poster for a 1944 Swedish re-release of the 1915 Charlie Chaplin silent boxing comedy short 'The Champion,' starring Chaplin as the sparring partner who wins the championship match. Chaplin had previously played a boxing referee in the 1914 short 'The Knockout,' and would go on to revisit the theme in his 1931 masterpiece 'City Lights.' Art by Bjorne. Conservation backed on linen. Backing has smoothed minor edge wear so that it is now virtually invisible. Slight darkening to edges. Image and colours excellent.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.5 in (100.33 cm)Width: 27.75 in (70.49 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1944
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Conservation backed on linen. Backing has smoothed minor edge wear so that it is now virtually invisible. Slight darkening to edges. Image and colours excellent. Wear consistent with age and use. Unframed. Will be shipped rolled in a heavy duty shipping tube.
  • Seller Location:
    Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: F000211stDibs: LU4110312317191

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