Ben-Hur studio-commissioned "The Crucifixion" oil painting by Ben Stahl....

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Ben-Hur studio-commissioned "The Crucifixion" oil painting by Ben Stahl. (MGM, 1959) Vintage original 39.25 x 35 in. framed painting accomplished in oil on stretched canvas. Signed by artist "Stahl" in lower right, and below that, "C-1960, Metro Goldwyn Mayer Inc." One of the remarkably detailed studio commissioned promotional items created to celebrate this epic studio blockbuster. Painted with religious romantic style but with typical Hollywood theatrical flare. Stahl created 6-paintings for Ben-Hur, which are featured in the book of the film's production entitled, The Story of the Making of Ben-Hur (Random House, NY: 1959). Signed by the artist in the lower right, "Stahl". Inscribed along the lower left border, "© 1960 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc." Housed in the original 56.5 x 44.25 in frame. Exhibiting minor age and even toning. In vintage fine condition.

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