William Tunberg (4 results)

DVD. Condition: New. NEW/Sealed; Old Yeller/Savage Sam.

Collection of 6 original black-and-white single weight press photographs from a dog show at Harcourt portrait studios in France, presumed upon the 1959 French release of the 1957 US film, "Old Yeller," the French title being "Le Fidele Vagabond." Housed in the original brown paper envelope with with annotations on the front in manuscript pencil and ink, noting photographer M. Dole. Three photographs with Gravaert watermark, and five with brief manuscript pencil, on the versos. Among the photographs are two fascinating images behind the scenes of an animal pageant: in one, a mildly bemused audience spotted with various styles of contemporary women's hat fashion, in the other a representative from the youth organization holding a sign reading "Nous cherchons un Maître" (We are looking for a Master). A few pageant officials also seen, a presenter in horn-rimmed glasses, and two dog handlers, one resembling noted Hollywood trainer Rudd Weatherwax, who trained the original Old Yeller with his brother, Frank. Hanging portraits are also seen, all having Harcourt Studios imprint. 7 x 9.5 inches. Near Fine, slight curling.…

Vintage reference photograph of director William Wyler on the set of the 1959 film. Mimeo snipe on the verso. Based on the 1880 novel by Lew Wallace. Jewish prince Ben-Hur is sent to prison at the behest of his childhood friend Messala as a result of a mishap during a Roman parade. Through sheer will, Ben-Hur endures hard labor and slavery in prison and, once released, vows revenge on Messala. The most expensive film ever made at the time of its release, with a 15 million dollar budget and a massive, elaborate set. Nominated for 12 Academy Awards and winning 11, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Shot on location in Italy and California. 8 x 10 inches. Near Fine.…

Vintage borderless reference photograph of actor Charlton Heston and his son in a chariot on the set of the 1959 film. With the stamps of Time Press and Dalmas press agency on the verso, along with a numbered stamp reading 008818. Based on the 1880 novel by Lew Wallace. Jewish prince Ben-Hur is sent to prison at the behest of his childhood friend Messala as a result of a mishap during a Roman parade. Through sheer will, Ben-Hur endures hard labor and slavery in prison and, once released, vows revenge on Messala. The most expensive film ever made at the time of its release, with a 15 million dollar budget and a massive, elaborate set. Nominated for 12 Academy Awards and winning 11, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Shot on location in Italy and California. 7 x 9.5 inches. Very Good plus, slightly wavy with light edgewear.…