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BIRNEY LETTICK (1919-1986) "Heaven Can Wait." Original unpublished version of the movie poster for Heaven Can Wait (Paramount Pictures, 1978). Oil on board. 19 x 26 inches, matted and framed to 33 x 25 1/2 inches. Signed "Lettick" in lower right image.
Paramount Studios commissioned Lettick to create the initial image for the poster with Warren Beatty in a business suit. After completing this version, they requested a second one featuring Warren Beatty dressed in a sweatsuit. Ultimately, the latter version was used for the poster.
