Original Television and Movie Prop, Wardrobe, and Entertainment Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Prop Store of London to Offer Original Props and Costumes from the Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks HBO Miniseries “The Pacific”

Beginning March 12th, The Prop Store of London will be offering original props and costumes from HBO’s miniseries, The Pacific.  The first of the 10-part series, produced by Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and Gary Goetzman, airs on Sunday.  Read more

Premiere Props “Live Movie Prop Extravaganza Auction” Catalog Online, Event March 13th

Premiere Props is hosting their “Live Movie Prop Extravaganza Auction” this weekend on March 13th, in Los Angeles. Auction service provider iCollector has published the catalog online, promoting as featuring over 500 original props and costumes from a variety of films. Read more

Profiles in History Offers Sneak Peak Preview of Movie Props Consigned to May 2010 Auction

In addition to next month’s special event, the Michael H Epstein & Scott E Schwimer Glamour Photography Auction, and the LOST auction this summer, Profiles in History will have two of their traditional entertainment memorabilia auctions, one scheduled for May 2010 and one towards the end of the year.  The auction house has today released information about a few of the highlights that will be a part of the May auction event. Read more

Details on PropWorx Iron Man Movie Props, Costumes, Auction Catalog

PropWorx, best known for its liquidation of assets from Battlestar Galactica via two live auction events and thousands of eBay auctions, has launched a new website with details about one of its new licenses, Iron Man, on behalf of Marvel Studios.  In addition to photos and descriptions of some of the nicer items is a page to pre-order a limited edition auction catalog which appears to be impressive. Read more

Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 39″ Catalog Online for Michael H Epstein & Scott E Schwimer Glamour Photography Auction

The Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 39″ catalog (first of two parts) is now available online at the official Profiles in History website, which has also been recently redesigned.  This special auction, the Michael H Epstein & Scott E Schwimer Glamour Photography Auction, will be held at their offices in Calabassas Hills, CA on March 25th-27th, 2010. Read more

Status of Movie Prop Dealer Steve Knight’s ‘Rare Props’? Collector Seeks Communication…

A collector has contacted me who claims to have been trying to complete a transaction with UK prop dealer Steve Knight and his Rare Props business since last year.  Read more

Golden Closet Holds “Collectors For Charity” Auction to Benefit the Haitian Earthquake Victims

Original prop and wardrobe dealer The Golden Closet and The Prop Store of London has launched a series of eBay auctions, the proceeds of which will benefit The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund.  The auction includes pieces from Mars Attacks, Three Kings, Gladiator, Tropic Thunder, V for Vendetta, The Sopranos, and other properties. Read more

Premiere Props Response To Better Business Bureau Rating, Consignment Checks Returned “NSF”

Yesterday’s feature reported on the Better Business Bureau having dropped their rating for Premiere Props to a score of “D”.  Based on my research, it appears to have been the result of complaints filed against the studio prop reseller by one of their consignors and customers, David Brandon of HorrorDomain.com, and a dispute which involved consignment checks returned to him by the bank stamped “NSF” (Not Sufficient Funds). Read more

Premiere Props ‘Better Business Bureau’ Rating Score Drops to “D”

Premiere Props, known in the hobby as a “studio reseller” (a company that sells original film and television assets on behalf of various studios) has recently had a significant drop in their Better Business Bureau rating.  Their current BBB score is a “D” (with only two possible lower grades, a “D-” and an “F”).  Read more

Prop Store Restoration of Original Nostromo Prop Model from Ridely Scott’s “Alien” (Video Part 3)

The 7 foot model of the Nostromo ship featured in Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic, Alien, has been the focus of a restoration project by The Prop Store of London. Suffering decades of damage from poor conditions of improper outdoor storage, the piece has required extensive cosmetic restoration as part of its ongoing preservation.  Read more

Bonhams “Doctor Who” Memorabilia Auction to be Held at Knightsbridge on February 24th, Catalog Available Online

The online catalog for the Bonhams “Doctor Who: The Auction – Costumes and Props from the BBC Archive” event (Sale 18192) is now available for the February 24th sale at Knightsbridge in the United Kingdom. The catalog for this event can be viewed online. Read more

Original Television and Movie Prop, Wardrobe, and Entertainment Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

More On Propworx Stargate Prop & Costume Auctions: eBay Feedback

A reader got in touch with me with observations regarding the recent article on the new Propworx auctions (see Propworx Launches Stargate eBay Auctions, Website; Announces Live Auction Events), making note of the initial items sold (most for $0.99) with positive feedback and related remarks left for the “propworx2″ seller account for those eBay transactions.  Read more

Propworx Launches Stargate eBay Auctions, Website; Announces Live Auction Events

Propworx, known for their auction of original props, costumes, and other production material from Battlestar Galactica, has now begun selling entertainment memorabilia from the Stargate franchise on eBay on behalf of MGM, with plans of holding two live auctions selling such material in the future. Read more

Super Auctions “Hollywood Entertainment Museum II” Catalog Online, Live Auction To Be Held January 31st

Super Auctions is holding their second liquidation of assets from the Hollywood Entertainment Museum (see details on previous event).  Touted as “Hollywood Entertainment Museum II”, this follow-up auction ending January 31st also benefits the Media Arts Education for At-Risk Youth. Read more

Julien’s Auctions Continues To Fight Michael Jackson-Related Lawsuits

One of the big stories last year was the legal battle between Michael Jackson’s MJJ Productions and Julien’s Auctions over the disposition of Jackson-owned memorabilia consigned to the auction house.  This was ultimately settled between the parties a few months before the pop star’s death.  However, two other lawsuits linger, with legal action spilling into 2010. Read more

Original Television and Movie Prop, Wardrobe, and Entertainment Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Coldplay “End of Decade Clearout Sale” Memorabilia Auction Raises Over $400,000 for Charity; eBay Auction Results

As reported two weeks ago, Grammy Award-winning rock band Coldplay offered memorabilia for auction for their “End of Decade Clearout Sale”, with auctions having ended Monday through today, New Year’s Eve. The instruments, wardrobe, and other memorabilia items  auctioned on eBay raised over $400,000 for their designated charity, “Kids Company“. Read more

Christie’s, CBS, Paramount Prevail in ‘Star Trek’ Memorabilia Auction Lawsuit

Two years after making the rounds as a lead story in the mainstream media, the Associated Press today reports that the Supreme Court of New York’s Appellate Division ruled that a Star Trek fan does not deserve $7 million dollars in damages as a result being displeased with one of the three items won at the “40 Years of Star Trek” auction held by Christie’s.  Read more

Coldplay “End of Decade Clearout Sale” eBay Charity Auction December 18th-31st, Catalog Available Online

Grammy Award-winning rock band Coldplay are selling memorabilia with their “End of Decade Clearout Sale”.  The instruments, wardrobe, and other items will be auctioned on eBay December 18-31, 2009, with all proceeds benefiting “Kids Company”.  The 52-page catalog became available online today. Read more

‘It’s A Wrap!’ Lists Original Movie Props from J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek for Auction on eBay

Long anticipated, It’s A Wrap! has listed a few items for auction on eBay from J.J. Abrams’ re-imagined Star Trek film.  As noted last month, Julien’s Auctions plans include a summer auction next year at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas (see Julien’s Auctions Announces Sale of Original Movie Props from J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek at Planet Hollywood). Read more

Profiles in History Feature in Latest Issue of ‘LOST: The Official Magazine’

The latest issue of ‘LOST: The Official Magazine’ (Jan/Feb ‘10) includes a “preview” feature on Profiles in History and their auction of assets from the TV show, slated for mid next year following the close of Season Six.  Read more

Super Auctions “Hollywood Entertainment Museum” Sale Event in Los Angeles, December 19-20, 2009

Super Auctions is holding an entertainment memorabilia auctions this month which is a liquidation of assets from the Hollywood Entertainment Museum.  Touted as “The Entertainment Auction of the Century”, the sale benefits the Media Arts Education for At-Risk Youth. Read more

20th Century Props II: More Auctions with Super Auctions, December 12th & 15th, 2009

Super Auctions is managing a series of follow-up auctions to their previous liquidation efforts of the 20th Century Props.  The next sales are split into two sessions – “Movie Memorabilia” and “Event Planning”. Read more

Original Television and Movie Prop, Wardrobe, and Entertainment Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Jack Nicholson “Hall of Fame” Exhibit at The California Museum

While visiting the California Museum to view the “Out of This World” exhibit back in October, I took some photos of an unrelated display of Jack Nicholson memorabilia.  Read more

Hollywood Parts & The Halcyon Company Offer Original Movie Props and Costumes from “Terminator Salvation”

Film and television production rental company and movie prop reseller Hollywood Parts has today, in conjunction with The Halcyon Company, begun to offer original assets from Terminator Salvation, which was released on DVD and Blu-Ray Disc yesterday.  Read more

Superman Costumes in the Marketplace Archive: November 2009, Part 2

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”. Read more

Heritage Holiday Catalog of High End Collectibles Includes Sub from “The Spy Who Loved Me”

Heritage Auction Galleries is hosting their annual “Heritage for the Holidays” catalog on their HA.com website.  The catalog includes “rare and appealing treasures” of fixed price (non auction) collectible items including stamps, comic books, sports memorabilia, art, book first editions, currency, historical artifacts. Read more

Showtime Launches “Dexter” Auctions Offering Original Props from the Popular Television Program

Today Showtime has launched a number of online auctions offering original props from their popular cable television series, “Dexter”.  It appears that the minimum bid amount on items is $15, and they are using SeenOn.com as their online auction service provider. Read more

Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Auction to be Held at Knightsbridge on December 16th, Catalog Available Online

The second of two Bonhams events to be held next month (the other being hosted in Los Angeles) is the “Entertainment Memorabilia” auction (Sale 16905), which will be held December 16th at Knightsbridge in the United Kingdom. The catalog for this event can be viewed online. Read more

Recent Court Rulings and Legal Actions Make Publishing Comments Via the Internet a Little Less Anonymous

There have been a number of recent developments involving lawsuits and legal motions filed intended to reveal the authors of comments published on the Internet anonymously.  Read more

Julien’s Auctions Announces Sale of Original Movie Props from J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek at Planet Hollywood

Today, Julien’s Auctions has announced the sale of assets from J.J. Abrams’ re-imagined Star Trek film, which was released on DVD and Blu-Ray Disc today.  Plans include a summer auction next year at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.  Read more

Premiere Props “Live & Exclusive Holiday Movie Prop Auction” Catalog Online, Event December 12th

Premiere Props is hosting their “Live & Exclusive Holiday Movie Prop Auction” next month on December 12th, in Los Angeles. Auction service provider iCollector has begun to publish the catalog online, promoted as featuring over 500 original props and costumes from a variety of films. Read more

‘Collecting Movie Props’: Prop Store of London Featured In “TV Film Memorabilia Annual 2010″

The Prop Store of London is featured in the “Collecting Movie Props” article in the “TV Film Memorabilia Annual 2010″, which was recently published in the UK.  This issue can be purchased online for £4.95 and the article is presented as a primer on collecting movie props. Read more

Original Television and Movie Prop, Wardrobe, and Entertainment Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Auction To Be Held In Los Angeles on December 20th, Catalog Available Online

One of two Bonhams events to be held next month is the “Entertainment Memorabilia including Animation Art” auction (Sale 17544), which will be held December 20th in Los Angeles.  The catalog for this event can be viewed online. Read more

Prop Store of London Official Auction of “MOON” Original Movie Props, Costumes, Miniatures, Memorabilia

The Prop Store of London has begun their official eBay auctions for original movie props, costumes, artwork, blueprints, and model miniatures from Duncan Jones’ “Moon“. Read more

Christie’s Publishes “eVanity” Online Catalog for Original Movie Prop “King Kong” Stop-Motion Armature

As has been covered in prior articles, an original King Kong stop-motion armature movie prop is being offered for sale at auction by Christie’s on November 24th.  Christie’s has now published an “eVanity” online brochure promoting this important piece with additional photos and details. Read more

Christie’s Entertainment Memorabilia Auction November 24, 2009 In London, Catalog Available Online

Christie’s next “Vintage Film Posters and Entertainment Memorabilia” auction (Sale 5872) will be held November 24th at South Kensington, London.  The catalog for this event can be viewed online. Read more

Heritage Auction Galleries Lawsuit In The News; Claims of “Fake Bidder” N.P. Gresham, Auction Manipulation

Last month, there were a number of mainstream media outlets reporting on a lawsuit filed against Heritage Auction Galleries by a former employee who charges, among other things, that the auction house utilizes a fictitious bidder – “N.P. Gresham” – to participate in bidding in its own auction events.  Read more

iCollector Video Feature Shows Improvement With Latest Premiere Props Live Auction; “Hollywood Live Auctions”

I had an opportunity to tune into the latest iCollector original movie prop and costume live auction (see Premiere Props “Fangoria Presents A Horror Movie Prop And Costume Auction” Live Event October 24th) for a few minutes yesterday, and the streaming video feature appears to be much improved, as implemented by Premiere Props. Read more

Ready Auction House “Vintage Comic Art Animation Star Trek Props” October 31, 2009

Ready Auction House in Anaheim, CA is holding an auction on October 31st – “Vintage Comic Art Animation Star Trek Props” – which includes original TV and movie props and memorabilia related to various Paramount Pictures productions and a number of lots from the various Star Trek films and television series. Read more

Original Movie & TV Prop, Wardrobe, & Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar Snapshot

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Heritage Auction Galleries November 2009 “Signature Music & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction″ Catalog Available Online

The Heritage Auction Galleries website now offers the online catalog and listings for their upcoming event, “Signature Music & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction – Auction #7011″, to be held November 6-7, 2009 in Dallas, Texas.

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Impressions: Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″ Event

Profiles in History’s Hollywood Auction 37 was held Thursday and Friday, which offered a number of original television and movie props, costumes, and other memorabilia.  The auction was held on site at the Profiles in History offices in Calabasas Hills, with off-site bidding available over the Internet via iCollector, as well as direct via mail, fax, and by phone. Read more

Premiere Props “Fangoria Presents A Horror Movie Prop And Costume Auction” Live Event October 24th

Premiere Props will be holding another live auction in El Segundo, branded as “Fangoria Presents”, offering original props and costumes from a variety of horror films.  The auction will be held October 24th, with online bidding managed by iCollector.com. Read more

20th Century Props Liquidation Continues; Prop Rental Business Listed on eBay for $1.5 Million Dollars

Liquidation of assets following the much publicized closure of 20th Century Props continues, following a number of auctions held by Great American Group and now, Super Auctions.  The business also has a standing eBay listing for $1.5 million dollars for the remaining assets and rights to the business itself.  All is marketed as building toward a “Special Auction” on October 17-18th. Read more

Statement from John Davis of Poster Mountain Regarding Fraudulent “1931″ Dracula One Sheet

As a short update to yesterday’s article (see “1931″ Dracula One Sheet Poster Determined to be Fake, Pulled from Next Week’s Profiles in History Auction), Joe Maddalena of Profiles in History has sent me a statement from John Davis of Poster Mountain, who authenticated the Dracula one sheet which has been determined to be a forgery. Read more

“1931″ Dracula One Sheet Poster Determined to be Fake, Pulled from Next Week’s Profiles in History Auction

On the heels of the vintage poster scandal reported on earlier this month (see Charges of Fraud Rock The Collectible Movie Poster Market and Hobby), there has been more controversy in the collectible poster memorabilia field as yet another scandal – and altogether different kind of fraud – has been uncovered by members of that community.  Read more

Chess Pieces from Ingmar Bergman’s “The Seventh Seal” Sold by Bukowskis in Sweden for $144,000 Today

Assets from legendary filmmaker Ingmar Bergman’s estate were auctioned today by Bukowskis in Sweden (as previously reported, see Personal Property & Memorabilia of Legendary Filmmaker Ingmar Bergman to be Auctioned in Stockholm, Sweden). Read more

Christie’s Original Prop “King Kong” Stop-Motion Armature – High Resolution Photography

There has been significant interest in the King Kong stop-motion armature that is scheduled to be auctioned in Christie’s “Pop Culture” auction event on November 24, 2009 at South Kensignton, as reported on Monday (see Christie’s November 2009 Entertainment Memorabilia Auction to Feature Original Prop “King Kong” Stop-Motion Armature and UPDATE).  Christie’s has since provided the Original Prop Blog with additional high resolution photography. Read more

Christie’s November 2009 Entertainment Memorabilia Auction to Feature Original Prop “King Kong” Stop-Motion Armature

The next Christie’s “Pop Culture” auction event, scheduled for November 24, 2009 at their South Kensignton location in the UK, will feature one of the original stop-motion armatures from King Kong (1933).  This piece is expected to realize a very high price at auction, as it is an extremely important artifact from a truly classic film. Read more

Original Movie & TV Prop, Wardrobe, & Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar Snapshot

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Profiles in History Offers Online “Preview” Catalog of Props in Next Year’s LOST Auction

As announced earlier this week, as part of my coverage of next month’s auction (see Video Interview: Joe Maddalena and Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″, Disney/ABC’s “LOST” Auction Update), Profiles in History today published a special preview catalog of LOST items to be offered in their event in June 2010. Read more

Brandon Alinger, Prop Store of London – Movie Prop & Costume Showcase Video Shorts

During my trip to Burbank this past Tuesday, I made time for a short visit to meet with Brandon Alinger of the Prop Store of London at their Los Angeles facility.  While at their offices, I took the opportunity to shoot a few brief videos (approximately 1-2 minutes each) with Brandon to feature and provide some background on some of the more interesting showcase pieces on display. Read more

ScreenUsed Launches “Production Art Gallery” Website for Original Film & Television Artwork

Today ScreenUsed launched a new website with an offering that is different from yet compliments their existing business of selling original props and costumes.  Production Art Gallery (www.productionartgallery.com) features original movie and television-related concept art, storyboards, costume designs, matte paintings, blueprints/schematics, photographs, publishing & merchandising art, and rare advertising art. Read more

Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″ High Resolution Photography

In addition to shooting video at the Profiles in History offices yesterday, I also took 175 high resolution still photos of some of the material comprising their “Hollywood Auction 37″ catalog.  The event will be held next month at Calabasas Hills, California on October 8th and 9th. Read more

Video Interview: Joe Maddalena and Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″, Disney/ABC’s “LOST” Auction Update

I spent part of the day yesterday at Profiles in History with President & CEO Joe Maddalena, who gave a personal tour and preview of some of the items offered for sale in their upcoming “Hollywood Auction 37″ event, to be held at Calabasas Hills, California on October 8th & 9th. Read more

Vintage Universal Horror Poster Fraud Update: Video Interview with Joe Maddalena, Profiles in History

I was in Los Angeles yesterday interviewing Joe Maddalena as part of my coverage of the upcoming Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″ event scheduled for next month, and took the opportunity to discuss the recent news of fraud in the poster collecting hobby. Read more

“LOST” Images from Disney’s D23 Expo, Exhibit by Profiles in History Promoting May 2010 Auction

As reported back in June (see “D23 Expo” at Anaheim Convention Center in September 2009 to Feature “Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives”), Disney held a fan expo this past weekend.  Included among the exhibits was one from Profiles in History which promoted the upcoming final season of LOST as well as their subsequent auction of original props, costumes, and other assets from the hit television series. Read more

20th Century Props: Auction Redux with Super Auctions, September 11th-14th

Following a significant amount of mainstream media coverage, 20th Century Props held an auction of its assets July 28th-August 1st, which was managed by Great American Group.  Various reports have surfaced today announcing a follow-up auction of these assets, to be held September 11th-14th by auctioneer Super Auctions. Read more

Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37″ Catalog Online Via iCollector.com & in PDF at ProfilesInHistory.com

The Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 37 catalog items are now available for preview online at iCollector.com.  Their next auction will be held at their offices in Calabassas Hills, CA on October 8-9th, 2009. Read more

Personal Property & Memorabilia of Legendary Filmmaker Ingmar Bergman to be Auctioned in Stockholm, Sweden

Personal property and memorabilia owned by legendary filmmaker Ingmar Bergman is scheduled to be auctioned by Burkowski’s in Stockholm, Sweden on September 28, 2009.  Mr. Bergman died in 2007 (see Ingmar Bergman Passes at 89). Read more

Classic Car Auction Company Kruse International Rates “F” with Better Business Bureau Leading Into Labor Day Event

The News-Sentinel in Fort Wayne, Indiana reports that classic car auction company Kruse International has been the subject of numerous complaints with the Better Business Bureau by consignors who claim that the auction house has failed to make timely payments on sold goods.  Owner and CEO Dean Kruse acknowledges the problem and pledges that debts owned to consignors from past events will be paid following this Labor Day’s annual auction event. Read more

Disney To Acquire Marvel Entertainment In $4 Billion Deal; Future Impact on “Studio Reseller” Deals?

Disney announced today that it is in the process of buying Marvel Entertainment for $4 billion dollars in cash and stock.  This acquisition will include ownership over Marvel’s thousands of characters as well as Marvel Studios, which is responsible for film franchises such as Iron Man, The Avengers, Thor, and Captain America. Read more

Kevin Smith “Screen Used Movie Props” Auctions from View Askew, Auctions Askew

As periodically noted in the past, Kevin Smith’s own View Askew does auction off original prop and costume assets from his films, via his own ViewAskew.com and on eBay through Auctions Askew.  More items have been auctioned in the past two months, with the latest offering scheduled to end tomorrow. Read more

MADtv Authentic Props, Costumes, & Memorabilia Auctions on eBay with SHOPitHollywood

eBay dealer SHOPitHollywood is auctioning authentic props, wardrobe, and other original assets and memorabilia from FOX’s MADtv.  Per SHOPitHollywood, they will be listing new items every few days for several weeks. Read more

Premiere Props Announces “Halloween II” Live Auction on August 29th

Following their “Massive Car and Movie Prop Auction” this past weekend, Premiere Props has already begun promoting their next live auction event for Halloween II.  The auction is scheduled for August 29th, the day following the theatrical release of the film. Read more

Banned From The “Star Trek Props, Costumes, and Auctions” Forum

Yesterday Alec Peters, CEO of PropWorx, banned me as a member of his “Star Trek Props, Costumes, and Auctions” discussion forum.  Since bans from discussion forums are public acts – presumably as a consequence of bad behavior – I thought it would be appropriate to make a note of this here, to memorialize my perspective.  Read more

Original Movie & TV Prop, Wardrobe, & Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar Snapshot

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Prop Store Restoration of Original Nostromo Prop Model from Ridely Scott’s “Alien” (Video Part 2)

The 7 foot model of the Nostromo ship featured in Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic, Alien, has been the focus of a restoration project by The Prop Store of London. Suffering decades of damage from poor conditions of improper outdoor storage, the piece has required extensive cosmetic restoration as part of its ongoing preservation.  Read more

Premiere Props “Massive Car and Movie Prop Auction” Catalog Online, Event August 15th

As reported back in May, Premiere Props is hosting their “Massive Car and Movie Prop Auction” next weekend, August 15th, in Los Angeles at LA Center Studios.  Auction service provider iCollector has at least some of the catalog online, featuring over 300 vehicles, props, and costumes used in film and television and other Hollywood memorabilia. Read more

G4TV Coverage of Prop Store of London Exhibit at San Diego Comic Con

G4TV has some video coverage of the Prop Store of London exhibit on their website as part of their “Comic Con 09 Floor Tour” from San Diego Comic Con. Read more

ABC Interview with Profiles in History About LOST Auction

The official ABC website has an interview with Profiles in History’s Joe Maddalena about next year’s LOST auction of original props, costumes, and other studio assets.  As with the Original Prop Blog interview, this was shot during Comic Con. Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Event Recap, Impressions, Experiences, Perspectives

As with last year’s event, I thought I’d share my own personal impressions and experiences about Comic-Con International 2009 in San Diego, to close out my series of articles and features on the event (see San Diego Comic Con 2009).  Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Video Interview with Joe Maddalena, Profiles in History (ABC’s “LOST” Auction)

I spent some time at the Profiles in History exhibit at San Diego Comic Con, and was especially interested to learn more details about the recently announced LOST auction, an event planned to coincide with the conclusion of the popular series in May 2010.   The following video interview with Joe Maddalena, President of Profiles in History, offers some great information about the LOST auction, the overall auction schedule of the company over the next year, and other items of interest to hobbyists. Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Video Interview with Alec Peters, PropWorx

I had an opportunity to meet and chat with Alec Peters, CEO of PropWorx, while attending San Diego Comic Con.  The video interview includes a recap of the Battlestar Galactica auction (past and future), a “state of the hobby” review, talk about competition among other dealers/resellers and auction houses, a discussion of issues in the hobby, and news about the future of PropWorx. Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Original Movie Props on Display by Profiles in History (ABC’s LOST Auction Photos)

As part of the continuing coverage of original props and costumes at San Diego Comic Con, below are photos of costumes and props on display at the Profiles in History exhibitor space. Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Video Interview with The Prop Store of London (Stephen Lane, Brandon Alinger, Tim Lawes, Dan Hill)

I had an opportunity to meet and chat with Stephen Lane, Tim Lawes, Brandon Alinger, and Dan Hill of The Prop Store of London while at San Diego Comic Con.  The video interview includes an introduction of the group, a review of the original props and costumes on display at the show, and a discussion of their experience at the convention this year. Read more

San Diego Comic Con 2009: Original Movie Props on Display by The Prop Store of London

As part of the continuing coverage of original props and costumes at San Diego Comic Con, below are photos of costumes and props on display at the Prop Store of London exhibitor space.  Read more

Profiles in History Announces “LOST” Auction; Sale of Original Props & Costumes from the ABC Television Series

Today Profiles in History has officially announced their upcoming auction for Disney & ABC’s “LOST”, which will include original props and costumes from the very popular television series.  The show is scheduled to concluded with its season finale in May 2010.  A special preview of these items will be on display at San Diego Comic Con later this week.

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Original Movie & TV Prop, Wardrobe, & Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar Snapshot

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

More “Planet of the Apes” (The Terminal) Statue of Liberty Prop Revelations – John Tarter Provenance?

In April, the “Planet of the Apes” Statue of Liberty prop that has long been the focus of an ongoing investigation by the Original Prop Blog was determined to have in fact been made for and used in the 2004 Steven Spielberg film The Terminal starring Tom Hanks – not the 1968 science fiction classic Planet of the Apes.  Read more

NBC Chicago Reports “Prop Store to Auction Stuff of Dreams” Regarding Closure of 20th Century Props

As reported last month (see 20th Century Props Closes Its Doors After 40 Years; Auction Slated for Late July), 20th Century Props announced that it is closing and auctioning off its assets.  This has garnered a substantial amount of news coverage (see Original Prop Blog on Twitter for continuing links/coverage), including a television broadcast today on NBC Chicago.  Read more

BBC Video Report on 20th Century Props: “Movie Prop Paradise to Close”

As reported earlier this month (see 20th Century Props Closes Its Doors After 40 Years; Auction Slated for Late July), 20th Century Props announced that it is closing and auctioning off its assets.  This has garnered a substantial amount of news coverage (see Original Prop Blog on Twitter for continuing links/coverage), including a television broadcast last week on NBC’s “Today Show” and now a short video report by the BBC.  Read more

New Michael Jackson Related Legal Threat Against Julien’s Auctions… from David Gest

In the wake of the death of Michael Jackson last Thursday, and the coincidental (long-scheduled) “Summer Sale” of original entertainment memorabilia which took place in Las Vegas over the following two days, the sale of 21 lots of Jackson-related memorabilia with provenance identified as from “The Collection of David Gest” has prompted significant mainstream media coverage as well as a threat of lawsuit by Mr. Gest. Read more

Michael Jackson “King of Pop” Dead at 50

Per reports from the Los Angeles Times, TMZ.com, and the USA Today, Michael Jackson was pronounced dead today following a cardiac arrest and coma.  The “King of Pop” has been in the news in recent months as a result of his sold out come back concert tour and a dispute with Julian’s Auctions over the sale of personal memorabilia from Neverland Ranch. Read more

NBC’s Today Show Broadcast on 20th Century Props: “Movie Sets for Sale”

As reported a few weeks ago (see 20th Century Props Closes Its Doors After 40 Years; Auction Slated for Late July), 20th Century Props announced that it is closing and auctioning off its assets.  This has garnered a substantial amount of news coverage (see Original Prop Blog on Twitter for continuing links/coverage), including a television broadcast this morning on NBC’s “Today Show”.  Read more

Prop Store Restoration of Original Nostromo Prop Model from Ridely Scott’s “Alien” (Video Part 1)

The 7 foot model of the Nostromo ship featured in Ridley Scott’s sci-fi classic, Alien, has been the focus of a restoration project by The Prop Store of London.  Suffering decades of damage from poor conditions of improper outdoor storage, the piece has required extensive cosmetic restoration as part of its ongoing preservation. Read more

Original Movie & TV Prop, Wardrobe, & Memorabilia Auctions: Upcoming Event Calendar Snapshot

Below is the latest updated list of upcoming original movie and television prop, wardrobe, and memorabilia auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. Read more

Star Wares eBay Auction: Spider-Man 70’s TV Costume “Worn On Screen” or “Made For Publicity Purposes”?

Questions have recently been raised among collectors about attributions made on a Spider-Man costume described as “worn on screen in the 70’s TV Series SPIDER MAN“, which is slated to end at auction on eBay tomorrow morning.  Prop dealer Star Wares today added information to the marketing description which, following research, would seem to indicate that the suit was not made for and used in the series, but a promotional suit used for publicity and advertising. Read more

20th Century Props Closes Its Doors After 40 Years; Auction Slated for Late July

The Contra Costa Times reports this afternoon that 20th Century Props has decided to close its business.  With an inventory of over 91,000 pieces, items are expected to be auctioned off in late July. Read more

Julien’s Auctions Launches “Julien’s Live” Online Bidding Service

In support of their Summer Sale in Las Vegas June 26-27, Julien’s Auctions has today announced their “Julien’s Live” online bidding service.  Julien’s Auctions has historically used the excellent Auction Network in support of their live auction events, so this marks a change of bringing online bidding in-house, as we have seen with other auction houses such as Heritage Auction Galleries and Christie’s. Read more

Startifacts vs. Star Wares on eBay

Based on recent events on eBay, it would appear that long-time original movie prop dealers Startifacts and Star Wares have had some business conflicts that have spilled over into the public space.  Following a rash of eBay negative feedback remarks left for Star Wares, many remarks have been expunged by eBay and the startifacts account now shows a suspended “NARU” status (Not A Registered User). Read more

Authentic Superman Costume Fabric “DNA”: Extreme High Resolution Photography

With my recent trip to Burbank, to compare “Super Hollywood” Superman costumes with confirmed authentic examples from the Warner Bros. archives, I had a very limited window of time with which to take photographs of the costumes and produce comparisons.  While I did take over 700 digital photos, I did not get every shot I would have liked to have obtained. Read more

Monsterpalooza Convention & Event May 29-31 in Burbank, CA

“Monsterpalooza – The Art of Monsters” will be held at the Burbank Airport Marritt Hotel & Convention Center May 29-21, 2009.  This 3-day event is “dedicated to the art of monsters and the artists that create them