Strings to the Past: Vintage Hollywood Memories & Marionette Auction

Lot #2:

Thief of Bagdad 1924 Souvenir Premiere Program

The Thief of Bagdad, 1924, United Artists. Vintage 28-page handcrafted hardcover book for the Raoul Walsh-directed classic, with embossed boards and featuring photos of Douglas Fairbanks, Snitz Edwards, William Cameron Menzies, and others. A milestone in silent cinema, still regarded as one of the finest fantasy films ever made. Despite its early special effects, the film's charm endures. Fairbanks, at 40, embodied the acrobatic hero with elegance. A breakdown of the live prelude and full film credits are also featured. Measuring approx. 5.25 x 7.75 in. Exhibiting expected age, handling, with minor shelf wear and bumping to corners. In vintage very good to fine condition.