PETER CUSHING Curse of Frankenstein 1957 Christopher Lee Laboratory Photo

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View PETER CUSHING Curse of Frankenstein 1957 Christopher Lee Laboratory Photo with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The image also provides an excellent view of Phil Leakey's radically unconventional makeup design for Lee's Creature. His extraordinary body of work and unmistakable screen presence secured his place as one of Britain's most enduring and beloved character actors. KISSMEMONSTER Archival Cinematic Photography Collection Rare Vintage Cinematic Photography Restored from Original Studio Negatives, Transparencies & Slides Museum-Quality Archival Print Production Limited Edition Collectibles KissMeMonster presents rare vintage cinematic photography professionally restored from original studio source materials, including negatives, transparencies, slides, chromes, glass plates and photographer's proof materials. Each limited-edition photograph is produced using professional archival photographic processes with no AI, preserving the detail, tonal range, and visual character of the original image. Every photograph is carefully restored to remove dust, fingerprints, scratches, and age-related imperfections while maintaining the authenticity and integrity of the original photographic source. Limited Edition Production • Only 150 Prints Available Worldwide The actual photograph displays greater detail and clarity than the online preview images presented in this listing. RARE ARCHIVE SOURCE MATERIAL Originally created for studio, publicity, and production purposes, many photographs in the KissMeMonster archive were never widely available to collectors. Through preservation and restoration, KissMeMonster presents these historic images for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate classic cinema and photographic history. ABOUT THIS IMAGE   PETER CUSHING  Curse of Frankenstein 1957 Christopher Lee Laboratory Photo A striking color scene from Hammer Films' THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957), featuring Peter Cushing as Baron Victor Frankenstein and Christopher Lee as the Creature. Inside Frankenstein's laboratory, the Baron methodically pulls on a glove while his completed Creature hangs suspended from a hook and restraint apparatus behind him. Christopher Lee's distinctive Frankenstein makeup is clearly visible, creating a macabre contrast between the lifeless-looking figure and Frankenstein's calm, clinical concentration. The laboratory setting, suspended Creature, period equipment, and Cushing's remarkably composed demeanor capture the cold scientific obsession at the heart of his interpretation of Baron Frankenstein. The image also provides an excellent view of Phil Leakey's radically unconventional makeup design for Lee's Creature. Directed by Terence Fisher, THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN became a landmark of British Gothic horror and established Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee as defining stars of Hammer Films' celebrated horror cycle. A visually powerful image bringing together Cushing, Lee, the Creature makeup, and Frankenstein's laboratory in one of Hammer Horror's most recognizable settings. PETER CUSHING  (1913–1994)  was an acclaimed English actor whose distinguished career made him one of the most celebrated figures in British horror cinema. Renowned for his intelligence, precision, and commanding screen presence, Cushing brought remarkable authority and humanity to an extraordinary range of characters throughout his career. Cushing became internationally famous through his association with Hammer Films, beginning with his iconic portrayal of Baron Victor Frankenstein in THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (1957). He would return to the role throughout Hammer's celebrated Frankenstein series, creating a complex and increasingly obsessive interpretation of the brilliant scientist. He was equally renowned as Professor Van Helsing opposite Christopher Lee's Count Dracula, establishing one of horror cinema's most legendary screen partnerships. Beyond Hammer Horror, Cushing enjoyed an extensive career across film and television, appearing in productions ranging from adaptations of Sherlock Holmes to STAR WARS (1977), in which he portrayed Grand Moff Tarkin. His extraordinary body of work and unmistakable screen presence secured his place as one of Britain's most enduring and beloved character actors. Photographs of Peter Cushing remain highly collectible among enthusiasts of Hammer Horror, Gothic cinema, classic science fiction, and vintage motion picture history. Image Size:  8" × 10" archival photographic print Edition:  Limited Edition of 150 worldwide Production Process:  Professionally produced using premium archival silver-halide photographic printing processes Source Material:  Restored from original studio negatives, transparencies, slides, chromes, and photographer's proof materials whenever available Restoration Process:  Digitally restored to remove dust, fingerprints, scratches, and age-related imperfections while preserving the original photographic character Print Quality:  Museum-quality print featuring exceptional detail, tonal range, and color depth Image Permanence:  Professionally produced using archival photographic materials for exceptional image permanence under proper display and storage conditions Image Presentation:  Full image reproduction — not cropped unless specifically noted Available Formats:  Additional print sizes and professionally framed presentation options available for select images Shipping Details Each collectible photograph is carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. Prints are protected using appropriate archival materials and shipped in a rigid reinforced mailer designed to help prevent bending or damage during transit. Tracking information is provided for every shipment ABOUT KISSMEMONSTER Drawing upon more than five decades of experience in collecting, acquiring, and preserving rare vintage movie memorabilia and cinematic photography, KissMeMonster is dedicated to sharing exceptional archival material with collectors worldwide. Through long-established relationships with studios, archives, photographers, private collectors, and other reputable sources worldwide, we have assembled a carefully curated archive of rare vintage cinematic photography for collectors. Each photograph we offer is carefully selected, professionally restored, and produced as a museum-quality archival print for film enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Our commitment is simple: to provide authentic, historically significant cinematic photography with archival excellence, professional presentation, and outstanding collector service. Shipping Details: Your collectible photograph will be carefully packaged to ensure it arrives safely. Each print is shipped protected in a rigid reinforced mailer with appropriate protective materials to help prevent bending or damage during transit. Tracking information is provided for every shipment. International collectors are welcome. Thank you for choosing KissMeMonster. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY NOTICE KissMeMonster offers vintage cinematic photographs strictly as collectible memorabilia for personal collecting purposes. The source materials used in our archival restoration process have been acquired through various established industry sources, private collections, archives, and photographic collections. We respect the rights of photographers, studios, estates, and copyright holders. If you believe you have a legitimate rights concern regarding a specific image, please contact us directly so the matter can be reviewed promptly and professionally. Condition: New. Category: Collectibles › Photographic Images › Photographs.

Antique

No

Modification Description

Original Image Composition Preserved – Photograph Is Not Cropped

Size

8 x 10 in

Date of Creation

2010-Present

Image Color

Color

Region of Origin

USA

Framing

Unframed – Custom Framing Available Upon Request

Original Studio Source Material

Archival Photography

Professionally Restored

Limited Edition

Vintage

No

Size Type/Largest Dimension

8 x 10 in (20.32 x 25.4 cm)

Listed By

KissMeMonster | Established 1973

Year of Production

2025

Format

8 x 10 in Photograph

Original/Reprint

Archival Print From Original Studio Source Material

Style

Vintage, Retro, Pop Culture, Pin-Up, Figurative Art, Fashion

Features

Limited Edition, Archival, Restored, Collector Edition

Featured Person/Artist

Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee

Unit Quantity

One (1)

Finish

Glossy

Vintage Movie Star Photograph

Publicity Photograph

Image Orientation

Portrait

Signed

No

Pin Up Photo

Vintage PIn Up

Color

Color

Collector Edition

Cinematic Photography

Material

Archival Photographic Paper

Original/Licensed Reprint

Licensed Reprint

Modified Item

NO

Subject

Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee, Frankenstein Monster, Laboratory

Type

Photograph

1930s–1960s stars

Golden Age cinema

Number of Photographs

One (1)

Theme

Hammer Horror, Gothic Horror, Frankenstein, Classic Horror, 1950s

Time Period Manufactured

2020-Now

Vintage Film Memorabilia

Movie Star Photography

Classic Hollywood

Rare Archive Image

Production Technique

Archival Silver-Halide Photographic Print

Original Studio Archive

Museum Quality

Country of Origin

United States