Superman Costumes in the Marketplace Archive: November 2009, Part 1

This article continues coverage of Superman costumes and costume components offered for sale publicly in the marketplace attributed to use in the Superman films of the 70s-80s starring Christopher Reeve and characterized as “original” and “authentic”.

There has been little significant public sales activity of Superman costumes since the extensive study published in May 2009 (see Superman Costume Comparative Analysis: Warner Bros. Archive, Authenticated vs. “Super Hollywood”). Two presumably genuine costumes were archived in September and two replicas in October.

Thus far this month, there is one offering by Christie’s in their upcoming auction.  In a review of the photos, the wardrobe tag and material both appear consistent with confirmed authentic examples.

Seller: Christie’s

Auction Title: “Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, 1987”

Auction Source: Auction Catalog Sale 5872, Lot 434

Noted Source/Provenance: Not Noted

Auction Date: 11/24/09

Auction Result: TBD – Estimate $3,322 – $4,983

Full Auction Archive: “Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, 1987“

Description:

A two-piece Superhero outfit comprising: a leotard of blue silk stretch-jersey, zipper fastening to back, and press stud fastenings to shoulders, the front with red and yellow S logo, with Bermans & Nathans label inscribed in black typeset Christopher Reeve 4913 Walkling Superman IV, with corresponding blue leggings similarly labelled (2)

Marketing Photos:

For more information, please reference:

• Market Watch | Superman

Jason DeBord