There is about one day left of bidding on the amazing, one-of-a-kind custom and “reimagined” Star Wars Boba Fett and Episode II Clone Trooper helmets made by some of the most talented artisans in the industry. The proceeds from the sale of these special helmets will benefit Make-A-Wish, and as of the time of this writing, the bids already exceed over $100,000. These helmets were on display at Star Wars Celebration last week. [Read more…]
The online catalog for the Premiere Props “Hollywood Auction Extravaganza VII”, scheduled for September 15-16, is now listed via online bidding partners iCollector and LiveAuctioneers. The auction includes over 1,000 lots from various film and television productions. Also included are a substantial number of replica props and general memorabilia. [Read more…]
Movie Room Reviews today published a great interview with Tracey McCall of SyFy’s ‘Hollywood Treasure which was refreshingly candid, honest, and revealing, and on many fronts reinforces some of my opinions about aspects of the “reality” show about the principals and “characters” working (and acting) for Profiles in History, the auction house portrayed in the entertainment television series. [Read more…]
Academy Award winning American filmmaker and special effects legend Joe Johnston has been offering some impressive memorabilia for sale on eBay in recent months, with auctions being held by a friend of his under the account mojo1316. Some of the material offered at auction include props and artwork from Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Rocketeer, Honey I Shrunk The Kids, Captain America, Star Wars, Jumanji, and more. [Read more…]
As was the case in 2009 (see “Showtime Launches “Dexter” Auctions Offering Original Props from the Popular Television Program“), the cable network as launched another series of online auctions for charity, this time supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. [Read more…]
I had heard about this auction from multiple sources going back to earlier this year, so I’m glad to see that it’s finally been officially announced. The Christie’s sale, in conjunction with EON Productions, has been titled “50 Years of James Bond – The Auction”. Given that choice Bond pieces have realized extraordinarily high prices in recent years, particularly those sales held in England, I expect that this will be a fascinating auction to watch. Auction proceeds are to benefit UNICEF. [Read more…]
An online auction has been created by Cancer Gets LOST which will also feature a webcast and party, with profits benefiting the National Brain Tumor Society. The bulk of the auction material is related to the popular and successful television series, LOST. [Read more…]
Don Hillenbrand, a friend of mine that I’ve become acquainted with in collecting over the years, has recently launched two new Star Trek sites that I thought readers of the Original Prop Blog may want to check out and subscribe to for ongoing updates. The first is called “Wrath of Dhan: Star Trek Prop + Costume Collection“, which is a showcase of his private collection. The second is the “Wrath of Dhan: Star Trek Prop + Costume Blog“, with articles about the hobby and some of his pieces. [Read more…]