June 2016 Auction Ends Thursday, June 30th, 5pm Pacific
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MGM ''The Special Academy Award Series'' glass title plate. Plate depicts a theater curtain and the iconic Oscar statue. During the 1930s and 1940s, MGM used a unique process to create ''glass transparencies'' which are photographs on glass that measure 11.5'' x 14''. An image was created and the technical and artistic credits were superimposed over these images, creating ''title plates''. The images on these title plates would inform the audience of the film's theme and its stars. This particular plate was used in the opening credits to inform the audience that the film had won an Academy Award. Comes in framed presentation including 12 volt power supply which lights up the plate, making the piece an impressive display. Plate measures 11'' x 8'' with matte, frame measures 16'' x 13''. Near fine. With an LOA from original owner who was an MGM lighting technician.
MGM Glass Title Plate, From the ''Special Academy Award Series'' -- Framed Display with Light-Up Power Supply -- Displays Beautifully
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