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Ivy Martinek - Silent Movie Star
Ivy Martinek - Silent Movie Star who featured in nearly 30 films between 1909 and 1917. In the role of an Indian Squaw for a British & Colonial Kinematograph Company production. Often appeared with (or was directed by) her brother Oceano Martinek. Date: circa 1912
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Media ID 14122564
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Autograph Fingered Kate Movie Signature Silent
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Step back in time with our exquisite Ivy Martinek - Silent Movie Star greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image of Ivy, an early Hollywood actress who graced the silver screen in nearly 30 films between 1909 and 1917, including the British & Colonial Kinematograph Company production where she portrayed an Indian Squaw. These beautifully designed cards are perfect for those who appreciate the rich history of cinema and the allure of a bygone era. Add a touch of vintage charm to your correspondence with our Ivy Martinek collection."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Silent Screen Star: Ivy Martinek, the Native American Actress in Early Cinema". This photograph features Ivy Martinek, a pioneering figure in the silent film era, as she poses for the camera in her role as an Indian Squaw for the British & Colonial Kinematograph Company's production. Born in the late 1890s, Ivy Martinek was an American actress who graced the silver screen in nearly thirty films between 1909 and 1917. Her brother, Oceano Martinek, was also a prominent figure in the film industry, often appearing alongside her or directing her performances. In this photograph, Ivy Martinek exudes an air of mystery and allure, her dark eyes fixed on an unseen audience, her fingers delicately holding a feather fan. The intricate beadwork adorning her dress and the traditional headdress on her head underscore her portrayal of a Native American girl. This image offers a glimpse into the rich history of early cinema, a time when the boundaries between reality and fiction were blurred, and the art of storytelling through moving images was in its infancy. Ivy Martinek's signature, scrawled elegantly on the reverse of this photograph, adds an authentic touch to this historical artifact. Her name, written in her own hand, serves as a reminder of the human connection that exists between the past and the present. This photograph is not only a testament to the talent and beauty of Ivy Martinek but also a window into the fascinating world of silent film and the remarkable women who shaped it.
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