Movie Poster from The Eagle

The is a great variation of a movie poster from the 1925 film, The Eagle.  This appears to possibly be a half sheet.  This film had many fantastic variations of movie art depicted on posters.  This was Valentino's 3rd to last film.  He starred as Vladimir Dubrovsky, a Russian solider.  I feel it is one of Valentino's finer films.  I do not think this film gets the credit it deserves amongst Valentino's work.  The film had action, great acting, and a solid storyline.  Valentino's acting performance, I feel, is amongst his best.  This poster is a fantastic piece, it is a fairly rare variation.  Would love to own this one myself.

Happy 120th Birthday Rudolph Valentino!

Happy 120th Birthday (about 1.5 hours early) to Valentino!  I hope all is well with all of the collectors, fans, and vintage Hollywood fans.   So, today Valentino would have been 120 years old.  Take time out today to buy a Valentino item, watch a Valentino film, or simply tell someone what today is.

I am posting an awesome Swedish Movie Poster from Blood and Sand.  The poster is simply awesome, not much else to say about it except it would look wonderful framed and hanging up in my Rudy room, haha.  Enjoy the day, long live Valentino!

Rare Isle of Love Movie Poster

This is a rare re-release movie poster from the film Isle of Love. The original title was An Adventuress from 1920. Once Valentino gained notoriety and stardom the studios saw an opportunity to re-release some of Valentino's early films where he had bit parts. Many of these films were marketed with Valentino as the star of the film. In this case the film took Valentino's parts and spliced them together, in the end repeating his scenes. It was a way for studio's to get out little seen footage of Valentino for adoring fans. Posters such as these are not too common, even though it is considered a re-release poster, posters such as these feature Valentino, instead of just his name at the bottom. These are still quite rare and valuable.

Rare Movie Poster from The Eagle

This is a rare variation of a movie poster, a 6 sheet from the 1925 film, The Eagle. A six sheet is like 6 movie posters that create one gigantic poster! This variation features unique art work not often seen from the film. this is from the original 1925 release. This would be a valuable and sought after poster. This would look great framed in my Valentino room, however, a 6 sheet would need to be hung on the side of my house or possible on my roof, that way it would show up on Google Earth!

The Young Rajah Insert Card

I know, that title is a bit confusing; however, I found this photo many years ago and have it filed under movie herald's. It appears to be the art for a window card, whatever it is, it is a fantastic, colorful piece of rarely seen movie art from the 1922 film, "The Young Rajah." This film is known for very colorful memorabilia, often depicting missing scenes from the current copy of the film that exists. If this window card exists it would be quite valuable, the same would go for the movie herald due to the rarity. With that in mind, a movie herald pales in comparison to an actual poster, it's just that both would be very desirable. If anyone has any further insight or information, feel free to comment. All in all, a wonderful, artistic piece.

Update: Bob, who does a fantastic job of restoring photos, updated the Rajah Insert Card, see the photo below, thanks again Bob!

Rare Sainted Devil Movie Poster

This is a rare movie poster from Belgium from the 1924 lost film, "A Sainted Devil." This is yet another great example of an overseas poster depicting different artwork that the common U.S. release edition. I had never seen this poster until now. This is truly a rare, and hard to find poster that would be quite valuable and would look great framed in my home somewhere.

Rare Movie Poster from Monsieur Beaucaire

This is a rare movie poster from the 1924 film, Monsieur Beaucaire. The poster depicts a hand drawn shirtless Valentino. This is one of those films that has many variations of artwork for their movie posters, especially the overseas versions. This is a poster that is not often seen and would be very valuable to any collector.

Rare Version of The Conquering Power Movie Poster

This is a rare version of a movie poster from the film, "The Conquering Power." Items from this film are fairly difficult to find. This was the third of five films Valentino made in 1921. This film was released before The Sheik. Valentino was showcased in The Four Horsemen; but, really did not hit stardom until The Sheik. With all of this in mind this film was not overly marketed. This is a rare, hard to find poster that would look nice hanging in my house somewhere.

French Sheik Movie Poster

This is a vibrant French Movie Poster from the 1921 film, "The Sheik." The poster reads, "Le Cheik." The art from the poster is the same as the art from the French paperback book of The Sheik. This is still a valuable poster; however, to Valentino collector's this would most likely be valued less than most Valentino posters due to the fact that only a crude depiction of Valentino appears on the poster. It is still a wonderful poster

Beyond the Rocks Movie Poster

This is a colorful, vibrant, classic movie poster depicting Gloria Swanson and Valentino from the film, "Beyond the Rocks." This is a rare, and hard to find poster from the 1922 film. There are so many different variations of posters that exists for each film. It is amazing just how many of them I have never seen before, including this one. I also find it interesting the poster has Henry Clive's signature on the bottom, the same artist who was responsible for the Canco Tins, one of The Sheik posters and many other items as well. This is truly a fantastic piece.

Photos of The Strand Theater Showcasing The Sheik

These are two fantastic photos depicting The Strand theater when The Sheik was playing. There is an original movie poster in the framed stand out front along with various lobby cards, window cards and etc. I am unable to see if the all the items are from The Sheik or not, I just find it to be a fascinating photo. The second one depicts a fan or theater worker dressed in his best Sheik garb posing by the poster, I would guess a fan; but, who knows. I really find these photos to be fantastic, you just do not see these types of photos around too often.

Rare Once to Every Woman Poster

This is a very rare poster from the 1920 film, "Once to Every Woman." This is one of Valentino's early films and unfortunately remains lost. Valentino made a total of 6 films in 1920. Dorothy Phillips received top billing for the film. It is my understanding that Valentino did not have a big part in the film, so it is unique to see him prominently displayed on the movie poster. I do not believe this film was re-released after his stardom. This appears to be an original poster from 1920, since his name does not appear on the poster. This would be a fairly valuable poster due to the rarity of items from the film, along with the demand from collector's to own something from his early days, I.E. pre-Four Horsemen.

Rare Blood and Sand Movie Poster

This is a rare version of a poster from the 1922 film, "Blood and Sand." The poster is from Belgium. This is another example of a different variation from the U.S. release. Many overseas collectible items depict different art work or different movie scenes. This would be a valuable and hard to find movie poster.

Window Card Movie Poster from The Sheik

This is a rare version of a Window Card Movie Poster from the 1921 film, "The Sheik." This is a early, fantastic version of a movie poster from The Sheik. The art work, with the exception of The Sheik on the horse is not commonly seen on other advertisements for the film. A hard to find, valuable poster!

Rare Eagle Three Sheet Movie Poster

This is a fantastic three-sheet movie poster from the film, "The Eagle." A three-sheet poster is three separate posters used to create one giant poster. This poster is obviously in terrible shape; however, I am sure would still be worth thousands. I find the two images of Valentino one as the Russian Soldier and one as The Black Eagle to be fantastic. A rare and wonderful poster! I found this image on emovieposter.com

Rare French Blood and Sand Movie Poster

This is a very rare French Movie Poster from the film Blood and Sand. I find it fascinating that so many different posters and other collectibles exist out there that I have never seen before. This poster happens to be one. Although I will say the man on the poster that is suppose to be Valentino looks nothing like him. I think the artist was looking at a photo of Harry Houdini when he drew Valentino.

Re-Release Poster from The Delicious Little Devil

This is a re-release poster from the film, “The Delicious Little Devil.” This film was originally released in 1919. Once Valentino’s stardom took off, the studios re-released some of Valentino’s early films. They edited the films so that Valentino’s parts were repeated in the film, to make it appear he had larger parts in the film. Once re-released they produced posters, lobby cards, and marketing material that featured Valentino, even giving him billing in the film that he originally might have had a 5-10 minute part. Even though this poster is a re-release it is from the early 20’s and still very valuable and of course sought after by collector’s.

Rare Cobra Movie Poster

This is a fantastic movie poster from the film, "Cobra." I looked up the dates and days of the week, this is an original release poster from 1925. Cobra is my favorite Valentino film, I would absolutely love to have this. I have never seen this poster before now. Note the photo of Valentino on the poster in a bow tie, a likeness not from the film. This was a way for the studio to market a film with Valentino where he was not in costume, just the great lover as an Italian playboy. This is a absolute fantastic poster, this is one I will definitely be looking for, the biggest problem is trying to afford it, if I ever find it!

Rare French Blood and Sand Poster

This is a rare French movie poster from the 1922 film, "Blood and Sand." It appears to be a window card, which is simply a horizontal poster than is a bit smaller than a normal size movie poster. This is yet another example of a wonderful overseas poster that depicts colorful, unique artwork. A poster such as this would easily bring 5 figures at an auction, so needless to say I am not the proud owner of one, but always looking for someone who wants to part with one for a few bucks.

Rare Spanish Movie Poster from Monsieur Beaucaire

This is a fantastic, rare version of a Spanish Movie Poster from the film Monsieur Beaucaire. It is an elegant, artistic rendition of Valentino from the film. This particular poster would be extremely valuable and highly sought after. It is not uncommon for some of the original movie posters to sell for five figures at auction. So, you may want to check Grandma's attic!