Two Oversize Pink Toy Pianos from "The Eddie Duchin Story"

Set of two matching pink toy pianos used in the 1956 film The Eddie Duchin Story, a fictionalized account of the life of the popular American pianist and bandleader known for his engaging performances, elegant musical style, and battle with leukemia. The vintage original prop "miniature" pianos are constructed of wood and paper paste-up facade components including interior and keyboard measuring 20 x 30.25 x 13 in. Expertly studio painted and finished. exhibiting some age and production wear, but in vintage very good condition. Would make a most striking statement in any music room! NB: Please note the measurements of these large items which will be packed and shipped by freight and invoiced to the customer directly (ie subject to substantially higher than automatically added shipping costs at checkout). 

From the collection of Debbie Reynolds. (1932 – 2016), American actress, singer, and businesswoman whose career spanned almost 70 years and is perhaps best remembered for her breakout role as Kathy Selden in Singin' in the Rain (1952). 

The Eddy Duchin Story was a 1956 Technicolor film biopic of band leader and pianist Eddy Duchin. It was directed by George Sidney, written by Samuel A. Taylor, and starred Tyrone Power and Kim Novak. Harry Stradling Sr. received an Academy Award nomination for his cinematography in the CinemaScope film. The film received four nominations in total and was one of the highest-grossing films of 1956. Incorporating signature elements of Duchin's style into his own original style, Carmen Cavallaro performed the piano music for the film. (15681)

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Ephemera

Jazz

Film

$1,800.00

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