1915 US Poster Stamp Black Box Quest & His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl
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Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description Grade: VF (Very Fine) 1915 US Poster Stamp The Black Box Silent Film Serial. Universal Moving Pictures Episode 10. Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Gi ... Read More
Condition: Condition Listed In Stamp Description
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
1915 US Poster Stamp The Black Box Silent Film Serial. Universal Moving Pictures Episode 10. Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl MNHProduced By Wentz And Company (Designers Oscar Wentz And Winold Reiss). The Black Box is a 1915 American drama film serial directed by Otis Turner. This serial is considered to be lost. The film was written in part by E. Phillips Oppenheim, a popular novelist at the time. The story was published in 1915 as a novel and as a newspaper serial. Both published editions were illustrated by photographic stills taken from the movie serial. In the novel version, about 30 stills from the movie are preserved. These can be seen in the Gutenberg.org version. WikipediaThis Early 20th Century Poster Stamp Promotes Universal Moving Pictures’ Silent Film Serial “The Black Box,” Specifically Episode 10, Which Was Released In 1915. The Stamp Features A Central Black-And-White Photographic Scene Depicting The Character Quest And His Party Seated Among Middle Eastern And North African Styled Architecture And Furnishings While Observing A Standing Female Performer Identified As An African Dancing Girl. The Scene Is Surrounded By A Decorative Purple Border With Stylized Mask Motifs On Either Side And A Small Illustration Of A Locked Box In Each Lower Corner, Reinforcing The Film’s Mystery Theme. The Caption Below The Image Reads “Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl.” This Stamp Was Part Of A Series Issued As Promotional Ephemera For The 15-Episode Adventure Mystery Serial Directed By Otis Turner And Distributed By Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Targeting Moviegoers And Collectors During The Height Of The Silent Film Era. The Combination Of Photographic Imagery And Ornamental Graphic Elements Reflects Early 1910s Film Marketing Aesthetics. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): The Black Box. Universal Moving Pictures Episode 10. Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl. Country Of Origin: United States Year Of Issue: 1915We're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures! Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
1915 US Poster Stamp The Black Box Silent Film Serial. Universal Moving Pictures Episode 10. Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl MNHProduced By Wentz And Company (Designers Oscar Wentz And Winold Reiss). The Black Box is a 1915 American drama film serial directed by Otis Turner. This serial is considered to be lost. The film was written in part by E. Phillips Oppenheim, a popular novelist at the time. The story was published in 1915 as a novel and as a newspaper serial. Both published editions were illustrated by photographic stills taken from the movie serial. In the novel version, about 30 stills from the movie are preserved. These can be seen in the Gutenberg.org version. WikipediaThis Early 20th Century Poster Stamp Promotes Universal Moving Pictures’ Silent Film Serial “The Black Box,” Specifically Episode 10, Which Was Released In 1915. The Stamp Features A Central Black-And-White Photographic Scene Depicting The Character Quest And His Party Seated Among Middle Eastern And North African Styled Architecture And Furnishings While Observing A Standing Female Performer Identified As An African Dancing Girl. The Scene Is Surrounded By A Decorative Purple Border With Stylized Mask Motifs On Either Side And A Small Illustration Of A Locked Box In Each Lower Corner, Reinforcing The Film’s Mystery Theme. The Caption Below The Image Reads “Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl.” This Stamp Was Part Of A Series Issued As Promotional Ephemera For The 15-Episode Adventure Mystery Serial Directed By Otis Turner And Distributed By Universal Film Manufacturing Company, Targeting Moviegoers And Collectors During The Height Of The Silent Film Era. The Combination Of Photographic Imagery And Ornamental Graphic Elements Reflects Early 1910s Film Marketing Aesthetics. Visible Text (Rewritten In Sentence Form): The Black Box. Universal Moving Pictures Episode 10. Quest And His Party Watch The African Dancing Girl. Country Of Origin: United States Year Of Issue: 1915We're Happy To Combine Shipping On Multiple Orders To Help You Save! Please Wait For A Combined Invoice Before Making Payment. Once Items Are Paid Separately, We Regret That Combined Shipping Discounts Can No Longer Be Applied.All Items Shipped Within The United States Are Sent By First Class Mail Using Hip Standard Envelope With Tracking. International Orders Are Shipped By United States Postal Service First Class Mail Without Tracking. In Both Cases, I Do Not Assume Responsibility For Loss Or Damage Once The Envelope Has Been Delivered To The Post Office. All International Shipments Are Photographed And Hand-Cancelled At The Post Office To Provide Proof Of Mailing. If You Would Prefer Your Item To Be Tracked And Insured, Please Contact Me In Advance So I May Provide The Cost For This Service. If You Are Not In Agreement With These Terms, Kindly Refrain From Placing An Order. Thank You For Your UnderstandingA Friendly Note Before You Buy...Why Buy From Me?Over 6,000 Positive Reviews On Hip Stamp, You Can Buy With Confidence!With Over 50 Years Of Business Experience In New York And Florida Across Various Enterprises, I Bring A Lifetime Of Integrity, Reliability, And Expertise To Every Transaction. I Am Proud To Serve On The Membership Committee And Board Of Directors Of The Internet Philatelic Dealers Association (IPDA Member #443) And Am Also A Member Of The Poster Stamp Collectors Club (PSCC Member #101). My Longstanding Reputation Is Built On Exceptional Customer Service, Attention To Detail, And A Deep Knowledge Of Philately, Ephemera, Antiques And Collectibles. When You Buy From Me, You're Buying From A Trusted Professional Dedicated To Accurate Descriptions, Secure Shipping, And A Positive Experience Every Time. Buy With Confidence Because Your Satisfaction And Security Are Always My Top Priorities.Thanks So Much For Stopping By! Most Of The Poster Stamps And Cinderellas I Offer Are Truly Old Historic Treasures! Many Are Close To 100 Years Old Or More. Because Of Their Age, You Might Notice A Few Minor Imperfections Here And There. They're Full Of History And Character, But They Most Definitely Aren't Post Office Fresh. That's Especially True For Cinderella And Poster Stamps, So Please Take A Good Look At The Scans Because They're An Important Part Of The Description. Also, Please Note That The Backs Of Poster Stamps Are Typically Considered Much Less Important Than The Fronts, And Descriptions Can Be A Bit Subjective. If The Condition Of The Back Is Important To You, Just Reach Out. I Am Happy To Provide More Details Or Additional Scans.I Do My Best To Describe Everything Honestly And Accurately, And To The Best Of My Ability, I Guarantee That All Items Are Genuine (Unless Otherwise Noted). I'm Not A Philatelic Expert, Just A Passionate Collector And Seller Who Cares About Getting It Right. Occasionally A Mistake Might Slip Through, But If An Item Turns Out To Be Fundamentally Not As Described, I'll Make It Right With A Refund.Please Feel Free To Reach Out With Any Questions Or If You'd Like To See More Photos. I'm Always Happy To Help Before You Buy.Your Satisfaction Is My Top Priority. The Rest Is Just A Bonus.Thanks Again, And Happy Hunting!
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