Vintage original 8x10 in. US single-weight glossy photograph from the classic silent film adventure drama/romance, THE SHEIK, released in 1921 by Paramount Pictures and directed by George Melford. A charming Arabian sheik (Rudolph Valentino) becomes infatuated with an adventurous, modern-thinking Englishwoman (Agnes Ayres) and abducts her to his home in the Saharan desert.

The images features a dramatic interior chose shot inside the desert Oasis of Sheik Ahmed Ben Hassan (Rudolph Valentino) as he passionately holds Lady Diana Mayo (Agnes Ayres) in his arms against her will as she recoils from his grasp. It is in very fine condition with a few tiny creases in the image area that are all unobtrusive. There are no pinholes, tears, stains, or other flaws and the image quality is razor-sharp with fine detail and beautiful contrast.