Top of the line is the 27inch composition doll marked. So adorable a young shirley temple 42 classic shirley temple photos as a child visit sealed in time for more collections of rare and vintage photos. I became a fan of shirley temple in 1989 when i read her autobiography. Wizard of oz, it was temple who won the popular vote by fans of the original 1900 book. Pretty impressive considering that shirley practically spots the king all of january through april west also beat her, but temple. In 1937 there was a heidi film starring shirley temple, with a corresponding photoplay edition of the book released with temple on the cover and pictures of the movies throughout. Young actress shirley temple sang one of her most famous numbers, on the good ship lollipop, in the movie bright eyes. During the bleak years of the great depression, the lovable shirley temple became a symbol of happiness and hope for audiences around the world. In the contract they signed in july 1934, temples parents agreed to four films a year rather than the three they wished. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. From 1934 to 1939, ideal produced six varieties of st dolls. The problem is that somebody has trimmed these lobby cards and reduced their value significantly. Apr 08, 20 shirley temples child starpublished twentyfive years ago, and lamentably out of printdoesnt register as an autobiography so much as a. According to the official price guide to dolls by denise van patten, shirley temple dolls can be considered the starting point for the cult of celebrity that developed in the 20th century.
Unfollow shirley temple book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Shirley temple black april 23, 1928 february 10, 2014 was an american actress, singer. Here are some fun facts about shirley temple you probably dont know. Shirley temple, the story of vintage 1934, 1st edition minibook by grace mack.
Temple began her movie career at age 3 in a series of poverty row shorts. Shirley temple was just the right remedy when a depression weary public was blown away by her singing, dancing and indelible charm in a string of 1934 box office hits. Apr 27, 2012 vintage 1934 shirley temple book on the movie lot for sale on ruby lane. Little big book the saalfield publishing company, 1934, 4 x 5 inches 160 pgs. She appeared in several short subjects about her life and various other actors she had worked with throughout her career. What is the value of a shirley temple cobalt blue glass answers. Temple has the distinction of being the first academy juvenile award recipient in 1934. One of four similar shirley temple books from around 1934 that we are listing. Temple was an actress who was active in the movie industry from 1931 until 1949. Shirley temple, or shirley temple black april 23, 1928 february 10, 2014 was an american actress, diplomat and television series hostess. Feb 11 she died today at the age of heaven got a little brighter but earth got a lot darker as she officially got. I started looking through the antique shows for any shirley temple items that i could find from there. Shirley temples child starpublished twentyfive years ago, and lamentably out of printdoesnt register as an autobiography so much as a. Born with incredible talent and charisma and following a few years appearing in shorts and supporting roles, she became a star when the world discovered this fiveyearold.
What is the value of shirley temple collectible plates answers. The shirley temple story, a softcover book by the fox film corp. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Shirley temple dolls come in many varieties, but the most popular and lasting version has been the composition doll, first made when shirley temple was a star. Shirley temple hit the market in 1934, and no celebrity dolls before or since have captured the imagination of the dollbuying public in the same way. Shirley temple s storybook is an american childrens anthology series hosted and narrated by actress shirley temple. Mar 29, 2020 shirley temple was just the right remedy when a depression weary public was blown away by her singing, dancing and indelible charm in a string of 1934 box office hits. The story of shirley temple by mack, grace and a great selection of. Successful shirley temple items included a line of girls dresses, accessories, soap, dishes, cutout books, sheet music, mirrors, paper tablets, and numerous other items.
My shirley temple doll collection composition from the 1930s. What is the value of a shirley temple cobalt blue glass. Other shirley temple collectibles shirley temple dolls. Shirley temple simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. When you want a shirley temple doll, it has to be made by ideal. It also had unique attributes, such as signed photos and provenance. Shirley temple, the greatest child star of all time. Shirley temple was born on april 23, 1928, in santa monica, california, the third child of homemaker gertrude temple and bank employee george temple. Child star by shirley temple, first edition, signed abebooks. Shirley temple, wearing a red jumper, smiling as she poses in a doorway, with a sign on the door reading shirley temple, 1945 1830 shirley temple 19282014 shirley temple, 1945. Mark roth best wishes shirley temple black 1998 on first blank page in blue ink. The story of shirley temple original 1934 little big book. All measure 7 34 x 6 12 and are in pretty good condition for age. This book contains 80 motion picture stills from the 1935 20th century fox film starring shirley temple.
Pretty impressive considering that shirley practically spots the king all of january. Shirley temples storybook is an american childrens anthology series hosted and narrated by actress shirley temple. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Vintage 1934 shirley temple book on the movie lot, price. There were other dolls that looked like shirley temple, but they couldnt be advertised as shirley temple. The story of shirley temple by grace mack first edition. Now and forever paramount, 1934, directed by henry hathaway, based on the story honor bright by jack kirkwood and melville baker, stars twotime academy award winner gary cooper and carole lombard, best known for screwball comedies, in a leisurely paced drama made watchable for the early screen presence of little shirley temple.
Lowest price, lowest total price, most recently listed, relevance. Big little books many came in either soft or hardcover. Get the best deals on shirley temple book when you shop the largest online selection at. Shirley temple baby dolls produced from 1935 to 1936, are highly sought by collectors. They were issued from 1934 through the late 30s in a variety of sizes.
Feb 11 she died today at the age of heaven got a little brighter but earth got a lot darker as she officially got her wings today. Vintage the story of shirley temple,1934 authorized edition. Consider the cherished and highly sought shirley temple dolls. What is the value of shirley temple collectible plates. The family was of dutch, english, and german ancestry. I got my first compo shirley temple doll in 1990, i paid for the doll by saving up my. They were made of either composition or rubber and are also marked shirley temple on the back of the head. Also of note, a rare 1927 edition with illustrations by marguerite davis. Shirley temple on the set of bright eyes photographed by gene kornman, 1934 shirley temple and bunny. Pretty impressive considering that shirley practically spots the king all of january through april west also beat her, but temple outdid crosby for the year as well. Make offer antique shirley temple composition doll, 1934. With shirley temple, pernell roberts, agnes moorehead, jonathan harris.
Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to shirley temple. In october 1934, ideal toy corporation applied for a patent, and the shirley temple doll was officially announced in an issue of the retail industry magazine playthings. Search over 3 million price reports spanning art, antiques, coins, collectibles, memorabilia, and other tangible assets of value. Story of shirley temple 1934 saalfield blb comic books.
Shirley temple, the story of vintage 1934, 1st edition. In good condition, shirley temple doll has some value. The 1957 vinyl shirley temple dolls sell for much more than the later early 1970s shirley dolls. The price difference is determined by the size, the outfit, the condition, and if the original box still exists. In 1934, 20th century fox film songwriter jay gorney was taken with. Buying or selling without checking iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. And while rogers also topped shirley in mentions throughout all of 1934, shirley temple outdid clark gable by just under 100 mentions in this, the year of it happened one night.
Born on april 23, 1928, in santa monica, california, shirley temple was a leading child film actress during the great depression, starring in works like bright eyes and captain january. Top movies of 1934 were it happened one night, the thin man, imitation of life, tarzan and his mate, and the scarlet empress. See todays shirley temple books for sale, best offer and auction. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The story of shirley temple original 1934 little big.
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