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Auction: 24013 - Original Vintage Film Posters
Lot: 92

Thunderball (1965)
Original US poster
Artist: Robert E. McGinnis (b.1926) and Frank McCarthy (1924-2002)

Unframed: 40 x 30 in. (102 x 76 cm)

Unfolded and linen backed

This size poster was used for drive-ins and special displays. It was printed on a heavier paper stock and was distributed rolled. Far fewer of this size poster were printed, and many got folded over the years. This poster is in its original unfolded state.

This was the fourth in the James Bond series produced by Eon Productions, and starring Sean Connery. The film was directed by Terence Young, who had directed the first two Bond films. James Bond films are well known for their gadgets. This film is no exception with the introduction of Bond's Bell Rocket Belt (developed by Bell Aircraft Corporation).

Excellent condition, colours remaining very bright, minor restoration to borders.

Material of piece: Paper, backed on linen


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Estimate
£2,000 to £3,000

Starting price
£1600