''The Adventures of Marco Polo'', 1939 - base art by Sergio Gargiulo
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''The Adventures of Marco Polo'', 1939 - base art by Sergio Gargiulo
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Movie World Posters
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Painting - Movie Posters
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Base artwork for the vintage movie poster ''The Adventures of Marco Polo'', a 1938 American adventure film directed by Archie Mayo and John Ford. Starring Gary Cooper in the titular role, the film follows the legendary Venetian explorer Marco Polo on his travels along the Silk Road to the court of Kublai Khan in China during the 13th century.
In "The Adventures of Marco Polo," Gary Cooper portrays the intrepid explorer Marco Polo, who, along with his father and uncle, embarks on a perilous journey across Asia in search of wealth and adventure. Along the way, Marco Polo encounters a series of challenges, including treacherous terrain, hostile tribes, and political intrigue. Upon reaching the court of Kublai Khan, Marco Polo finds himself drawn into the inner circle of the powerful ruler, where he becomes entangled in a web of courtly intrigue and romantic entanglements.
The title "The Adventures of Marco Polo" aptly summarizes the film's central premise and focus on the epic journey of the famous explorer. It suggests a sweeping and thrilling tale of exploration, discovery, and adventure, as Marco Polo ventures into the unknown and encounters a myriad of cultures and civilizations along the way.
"The Adventures of Marco Polo" is characterized by its grand scale, lush production design, and exotic locations. The film's lavish sets and costumes recreate the splendor of 13th-century Asia, transporting viewers to a distant and enchanting world of palaces, deserts, and bustling marketplaces.
Gary Cooper delivers a charismatic and commanding performance as Marco Polo, capturing the character's sense of curiosity, courage, and wanderlust. The supporting cast, including Basil Rathbone as the villainous Ahmed, also deliver strong performances, adding depth and complexity to the story.
Archie Mayo and John Ford's direction infuses the film with a sense of adventure and excitement, balancing epic spectacle with moments of intimacy and drama. The film's thrilling action sequences, exotic locales, and romantic subplots combine to create a captivating and immersive cinematic experience.
While "The Adventures of Marco Polo" may not be as well-known as other historical epics of its era, it remains a classic of Hollywood adventure cinema, offering a thrilling and romanticized portrayal of one of history's most famous explorers. Its timeless appeal and enduring popularity attest to its status as a beloved classic of the genre.
About the artist:
Sergio Gargiulo was an Italian painter and poster artist. In the 1930s he was commissioned by MGM to do publicity portraits of some of its leading stars.
Gargiulo's art has an extremely personal and recognizable style. The focus of the designer, in fact, falls precisely on faces: there is no setting or scenery; gazes and facial expressions are enough to connote the story. The focus of this artist is on portraits and the plot becomes secondary, preferring a simple and minimal graphic composition.
In this stylistic choice, Gargiulo favors clean, graphic lines and the use of iridescent and bright colors to create luminous effects on the face. The movie stars occupy the space entirely, carving out a space in fanciful spots, clouds, or squares. In some cases, Gargiulo chooses interesting monochrome shades of gray or shades of bronze, giving the characters the noble status of sculpture. Gargiulo's artworks are sculptural portraits.
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October 15th, 2022
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