"THE MAN WHO LAUGHS" VINTAGE STILL.
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Winning Bid:
$115.00 (Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
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Bidding Ended:
Thursday, September 4, 2008 1:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, September 4, 2008 1:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #195-Part II
Items 994-2570 in Auction 195
Value Code:
G - $100 to $200 Help Icon
Item Description
8x10" sepia tone photo still for Paul Leni's 1928 silent film. This American film by German expressionist Leni stars Conrad Veidt as Gwynplaine, a man mutilated with a frozen grin. It is Veidt's appearance that is credited as inspiration for Batman villain The Joker. Seen in this still, Gwynplaine stares at the viewer, a deranged look on his face further complimented by his horrific smile. The comparison is easy to see. Still has 1" tear at upper right-hand corner with tape repair to reverse. Bottom left-hand corner has 2" crease and .25" tear. Would frame for a VF display.
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