Chelsea 7750 Movie Postcard Henry E. Dixey Famous Players Film Co. 1913

$ 5.27

Type: Printed (Lithograph) City: New York Material: Cardboard Original/Licensed Reprint: Original brand: Frank R. Miller (FRM) Region: New York Subject: Movie Still Country: USA Signed: No Number of Items in Set: 1 Year Manufactured: 1913 Unit Type: Unit Unit of Sale: Single Unit Postage Condition: Unposted Unit Quantity: 1 Brand/Publisher: Frank R. Miller (FRM) Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Country of Origin: United States Era: Pre-WWII Featured Person: Henry E. Dixey Features: Divided Back Continent: North America

Description

Chelsea 7750 Movie Postcard Henry E. Dixey Famous Players Film Co. 1913. Discover a rare piece of early cinema history with this vintage promotional postcard for the motion picture "Chelsea 7750." This captivating postcard features a dramatic scene from the film, depicting actor Henry E. Dixey in his starring role, alongside other cast members, with the intriguing caption "PROF. GRIMBLE FAILS TO DECEIVE DETECTIVE KIRBY." The imagery provides a fascinating glimpse into the visual storytelling and theatricality of early 20th-century filmmaking. Produced by the renowned Famous Players Film Co., this card serves as a tangible artifact from a pivotal era in cinematic development. This collectible postcard highlights Henry E. Dixey's acclaimed performance as a detective solving a metropolitan mystery in "Chelsea 7750," an original drama of the underworld. The reverse side features a detailed description of the play and Dixey's character, emphasizing his significant contribution to the American stage and his powerful portrayal in this film. Published in New York, U.S.A., by what appears to be the Frank R. Miller company, this postcard is an exceptional find for collectors of silent film memorabilia, early American theater, and vintage promotional ephemera. Its historical significance and connection to a prominent film studio and actor make it a unique addition to any collection.