Bidspirit auction | 1923 Set of Four Original

1923 Set of Four Original Silent Film Lobby Cards for Broadway Broke - This lot comprises a set of four original, hand-tinted lobby cards for the 1923 silent film Broadway Broke. The production was presented by Murray Garsson and distributed by the Selznick Distributing Corporation. The film was directed by J. Searle Dawley and based on a work by Earl Derr Biggers, the noted author known for creating Charlie Chan. The cast featured Mary Carr, Gladys Leslie, Dore Davidson, Percy Marmont, Macey Harlan, Henrietta Crosman, Sally Crute, Maclyn Arbuckle, and Lassie Bronte, a collie dog. The set includes one title card and three scene cards. The title card displays the film's title, full production credits, and a central hand-tinted image of Mary Carr. Each of the three scene cards depicts a different dramatic moment from the film, with one featuring Lassie Bronte the dog. All cards are marked in a lower corner with the Selznick Distributing Corporation logo and the film title Broadway Broke. The cards are printed on heavy cardstock with hand-tinted color highlights. Height: 11 inches Width: 14 inches. The collection is in good vintage condition with wear consistent with age and theatrical display. There is a visible tear at the top center border of the title card and a tear at the top left corner of the scene card featuring the dog. All cards show typical corner bumping, light creasing, and minor surface scuffing. The reverse sides exhibit age-related toning and areas of foxing or staining. The hand-tinted colors remain distinct.