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War of the Worlds / La Guerra dei Mondi

About the Item

Original Italian posters for the 1953 science fiction film War of the Worlds. This artwork on this poster was created for the films 1960s re-release and features some of the best artwork on this title.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1953
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU989115739312
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