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Oscar statue presented at the 15th Academy Awards in 1943 to Van Heflin, the year's Best Supporting Actor. Heflin stars in ''Johnny Eager'' as Jeff Hartnett, the alcoholic best friend of Robert Taylor's unscrupulous character. Heflin in the noir picture beat out fellow nominees Frank Morgan in ''Tortilla Flat'', William Bendix in ''Wake Island'', Walter Huston in ''Yankee Doodle Dandy'' and Henry Travers in ''Mrs. Miniver''. The iconic figure of Oscar stands on a film reel holding a sword, measuring 10.25'' from the base of the reel to the top of the head. Height including base is 13.25''. Base underside is covered in felt backing. Diameter measures 5.25'' and statue weighs 6 lbs., 1 oz. Rubbing to gold-plating revealing copper beneath, chipping to the black lacquer on the base and a small area of rubbing to the engraved plaque. Academy Award is in very good condition.
Van Heflin's Best Supporting Actor Oscar For His Performance in ''Johnny Eager''
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