Sonja Henie: 1938-1939 Tour Program / Hollywood Ice Revue Book
Print and Ephemera (Graphic Design/Souvenir Program) • Commissioned for the Hollywood Ice Revue (Designers associated with Sonja Henie's marketing team)
Style & Movement
Art Deco/Streamline Moderne influence
Medium & Technique
Lithography on paper with textured cover; likely featuring blue and gold/orange metallic or matte ink printing
Creation Period
Circa 1938-1939
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9 x 12 inches (standard program size); Portrait format
Subject Description
Silhouetted figure of world-famous figure skater Sonja Henie in a skating pose, set against a backdrop of theatrical stage curtains. The name 'Sonja Henie' is written in a stylized, cursive script at the bottom.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible signs of age-related wear including fading and edge foxing
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $100 USD (depending on interior completeness and condition)
Auction Estimate
$30 - $75 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired at a live performance of the 'Hollywood Ice Revue' during the late 1930s as a souvenir; subsequent private collection
Art Historical Significance
A representative piece of mid-century celebrity ephemera documenting the transition of Sonja Henie from Olympic champion to a Hollywood powerhouse and global ice skating icon. It illustrates the 'Ice Follies' era of American entertainment.
Notable Features
Distinctive Art Deco curtain motifs and the specific stylized signature of Henie which served as her personal brand logo during her professional touring years.
Condition Issues
Visible fraying or 'silvering' along the edges, significant sun-fading/discoloration on the left and right margins, and potential staple rust or spine wear typical of binding for this era.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep in a cool, dry environment; store in an acid-free archival sleeve with a backing board. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent further fading of the blue pigment.