1914 Mary Pickford Hearts Adrift Movie Film Star Postcard Kraus Mfg Co

$ 9.82

Year Manufactured: 1914 Brand/Publisher: Kraus Mfg. Co. Featured Person: Mary Pickford Subject: Movie Star Postage Condition: Unposted Number of Items in Set: 1 brand: Kraus Mfg. Co. Country of Origin: United States Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) City: New York Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Continent: North America Country: USA Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Region: New York Material: Cardboard Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Unit Type: Unit Unit Quantity: 1 Signed: No

Description

1914 Mary Pickford Hearts Adrift Movie Film Star Postcard Kraus Mfg Co. This captivating vintage postcard features a dramatic scene from the 1914 silent film "Hearts Adrift," showcasing the iconic Mary Pickford. The image captures a pivotal moment where "Graham Teaches Nina The Words Of The Marriage Ritual," with both characters kneeling in a seemingly desolate yet atmospheric setting. The sepia tone of the photograph adds a timeless quality, perfectly reflecting the early era of cinema and the emotional depth of the film. Produced by the Famous Players Film Co. and published by Kraus Mfg. Co. of New York, this postcard offers a unique glimpse into the early career of "America's Sweetheart." The reverse side provides a compelling synopsis, highlighting Pickford's role as a "little half-savage Spanish girl" in this "tragic epic" of "tangled lives interwoven with the mist of the sea." It emphasizes her "charming and piquant portrayal" and her attainment of "high dramatic power," making this a significant collectible for film history enthusiasts and Mary Pickford admirers.