In the contract they signed in july 1934, temples parents agreed to four films a year rather than the three they wished. Shirley temples child starpublished twentyfive years ago, and lamentably out of printdoesnt register as an autobiography so much as a. 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. Shirley temple, the greatest child star of all time. During the bleak years of the great depression, the lovable shirley temple became a symbol of happiness and hope for audiences around the world. Mark roth best wishes shirley temple black 1998 on first blank page in blue ink. From 1934 to 1939, ideal produced six varieties of st dolls. Shirley temple s storybook is an american childrens anthology series hosted and narrated by actress shirley temple. Vintage 1934 shirley temple book on the movie lot, price. Wizard of oz, it was temple who won the popular vote by fans of the original 1900 book. Big little books many came in either soft or hardcover. Shirley temple, the story of vintage 1934, 1st edition minibook by grace mack.
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. 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. All measure 7 34 x 6 12 and are in pretty good condition for age. Young actress shirley temple sang one of her most famous numbers, on the good ship lollipop, in the movie bright eyes. This book contains 80 motion picture stills from the 1935 20th century fox film starring shirley temple. Feb 11 she died today at the age of heaven got a little brighter but earth got a lot darker as she officially got. The story of shirley temple by grace mack first edition.
Temple was an actress who was active in the movie industry from 1931 until 1949. They were made of either composition or rubber and are also marked shirley temple on the back of the head. With shirley temple, pernell roberts, agnes moorehead, jonathan harris. Top of the line is the 27inch composition doll marked. Little big book the saalfield publishing company, 1934, 4 x 5 inches 160 pgs. The story of shirley temple original 1934 little big book. The problem is that somebody has trimmed these lobby cards and reduced their value significantly. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
Successful shirley temple items included a line of girls dresses, accessories, soap, dishes, cutout books, sheet music, mirrors, paper tablets, and numerous other items. 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. I got my first compo shirley temple doll in 1990, i paid for the doll by saving up my. Lowest price, lowest total price, most recently listed, relevance. 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. I started looking through the antique shows for any shirley temple items that i could find from there. Shirley temple, or shirley temple black april 23, 1928 february 10, 2014 was an american actress, diplomat and television series hostess. Temple began her movie career at age 3 in a series of poverty row shorts. Get the best deals on shirley temple book when you shop the largest online selection at.
Make offer antique shirley temple composition doll, 1934. 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. Apr 08, 20 shirley temples child starpublished twentyfive years ago, and lamentably out of printdoesnt register as an autobiography so much as a. The price difference is determined by the size, the outfit, the condition, and if the original box still exists. 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. What is the value of a shirley temple cobalt blue glass answers. 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. Pretty impressive considering that shirley practically spots the king all of january.
Child star by shirley temple, first edition, signed abebooks. 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. It also had unique attributes, such as signed photos and provenance. What is the value of shirley temple collectible plates. I became a fan of shirley temple in 1989 when i read her autobiography.
Shirley temple, the story of vintage 1934, 1st 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. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Search over 3 million price reports spanning art, antiques, coins, collectibles, memorabilia, and other tangible assets of value. They were issued from 1934 through the late 30s in a variety of sizes. Unfollow shirley temple book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. See todays shirley temple books for sale, best offer and auction. Story of shirley temple 1934 saalfield blb comic books. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands.
Buying or selling without checking iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. What is the value of shirley temple collectible plates answers. Temple has the distinction of being the first academy juvenile award recipient in 1934. Consider the cherished and highly sought shirley temple dolls.
The story of shirley temple original 1934 little big. Also of note, a rare 1927 edition with illustrations by marguerite davis. Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to shirley temple. Shirley temple simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. 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. The 1957 vinyl shirley temple dolls sell for much more than the later early 1970s shirley dolls.
My shirley temple doll collection composition from the 1930s. Shirley temple was born on april 23, 1928, in santa monica, california, the third child of homemaker gertrude temple and bank employee george temple. In 1934, 20th century fox film songwriter jay gorney was taken with. Vintage the story of shirley temple,1934 authorized edition. 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.
Shirley temple on the set of bright eyes photographed by gene kornman, 1934 shirley temple and bunny. One of four similar shirley temple books from around 1934 that we are listing. The family was of dutch, english, and german ancestry. Here are some fun facts about shirley temple you probably dont know. There were other dolls that looked like shirley temple, but they couldnt be advertised as shirley temple. 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. Other shirley temple collectibles shirley temple dolls. When you want a shirley temple doll, it has to be made by ideal.
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. In good condition, shirley temple doll has some value. Apr 27, 2012 vintage 1934 shirley temple book on the movie lot for sale on ruby lane. Shirley temples storybook is an american childrens anthology series hosted and narrated by actress 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. Shirley temple baby dolls produced from 1935 to 1936, are highly sought by collectors. Pretty impressive considering that shirley practically spots the king all of january through april west also beat her, but temple. She appeared in several short subjects about her life and various other actors she had worked with throughout her career.
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