IRVING SINCLAIR (1895-1969). The Story of Temple Drake, movie promotion illustration, 1934. Oil on board. 27.5 x 21.5 in...

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IRVING SINCLAIR (1895-1969)
The Story of Temple Drake, movie promotion illustration, 1934
Oil on board
27.5 x 21.5 in.
Signed lower right
This movie promotion illustration is based on the famous pre-code film, The Story of Temple Drake, starring Miriam Hopkins and Jack Larue.

"A wealthy but neurotic Southern belle finds herself trapped in the hideout of a gang of vicious bootleggers. The gang's leader lusts after her, and is determined not to let anything stand in the way of his having her."

From the Estate of Charles Martignette.

More information about IRVING SINCLAIR. See also: Sinclair, Irving, Irving Sinclair Artist.

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