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Hollywood Satire Magazines 1930s ~ Rob Wagner Script ~ Lot of 9 Issues
📌 Key Details
• Lot of 9 issues of Rob Wagner’s Script magazine
• Dates: Early–mid 1930s (example shown: August 10, 1935)
• West Coast literary & Hollywood satire publication
• Features humor, cartoons, film industry commentary
• Condition: General age wear, light creasing, edge wear, some toning; overall solid
📜 Description
A vibrant lot of nine original issues of Rob Wagner’s Script, the influential and often biting Hollywood literary magazine that captured the voice of West Coast culture in the 1930s.
Known for its satirical edge, bold cartoons, and insider takes on the film industry, Script blended humor with commentary in a way that still feels fresh today. Issues like the “Darn Men” number highlight its playful yet pointed social observations, often illustrated with striking period artwork.
📚 Background
Founded by Rob Wagner in Los Angeles, Script became a key platform for writers, artists, and critics engaging with Hollywood during its golden age. It attracted notable contributors and developed a reputation for independence, wit, and a distinctly Californian perspective on culture and politics.
🧠 Collector’s Note
Original runs of Script are increasingly sought after, especially in grouped lots that allow collectors to explore the magazine’s evolving tone and contributors. These issues appeal to collectors of Hollywood history, Depression-era print culture, and vintage illustration.
🖼️ What You’ll Receive
Nine original Rob Wagner’s Script magazines from the early 1930s. Carefully packaged and shipped securely. 📦
