“Prince of Players” Classic Shakespearean Drama Movie Poster Art

Description

Original 1955 clip art. 9.5 x 12.5 print ad.

“A tragic and sentimental story that depicts the early career of the 19th century American actor, Edwin Booth with some mention of the events leading to the assassination of President Lincoln by Edwin’s brother, John Wilkes Booth. In the film, Edwin’s days in the spotlight dwindle shortly after his brother is caught and killed for assassinating Lincoln.”

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