The print and online catalogs are now available, and online bidding is now live for Prop Store and Summit Entertainment’s two-day live-auction event of original props, costumes, and set decoration pieces used in The Twilight Saga (Twilight, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1, and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2). The live event features more than 900 lots of props, costumes and other film memorabilia. There will be an exhibition at the TCL Chinese Theatres in Hollywood, CA on November 18th -20th with the live auction being held on November 19th and 20th.
You can learn all about the sale, register to bid, and order and/or download the catalog on the official site at www.twilightsagaauction.com:
** PROP STORE ANNOUNCES TWO-DAY LIVE AUCTION FOR ‘THE TWILIGHT SAGA,’ FROM LIONSGATE’S SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT LABEL **
FANS AND COLLECTORS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BRING HOME OVER 900 ARTIFACTS USED IN THE CREATION OF THE BLOCKBUSTER FILMS & WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON
– AUCTION TO BE HELD AT WORLD FAMOUS TCL CHINESE THEATRES IN HOLLYWOOD, CA
– BIDS CAN BE PLACED IN PERSON, VIA TELEPHONE, OR ONLINE
– MANY LOTS SOLD WITHOUT RESERVE
Prop Store, one of the world’s leading film and TV memorabilia companies, has partnered with Lionsgate, a premier next generation global content leader and the studio behind Summit Entertainment’s blockbuster The Twilight Saga film franchise, to hold an exclusive two-day live auction event of original props, costumes and set decoration pieces used in the making of the five-film global phenomenon.
Over 900 lots will be offered in the auction, beginning Saturday November 19th at 11:00am PST, and taking place at the world-famous TCL Chinese Theatres in Hollywood, CA. The first day will feature pieces from Twilight, The Twilight Saga: New Moon, and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. On Sunday November 20th, pieces will be on offer from The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
All lots can now be previewed in a free-to-download PDF catalog; a lavish two-volume hardcopy catalog is also available for purchase. In addition to live bidding, out-of-town fans can participate via telephone or online. Highlights from the auction will also be on public display in the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres lobby during the event. The lots on offer are all authentic pieces used in the making of the The Twilight Saga films, and have been in storage since production wrapped on the franchise.
The Chinese Theatres have a history with the franchise, as The Twilight Saga stars Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner immortalized their hand and foot prints at the Theatre in 2011, and the cement slab remains a favorite destination for visiting fans.
Some of the notable items collectors and fans can bid for include:
Bella Swan’s First Day Costume from Twilight
Edward Cullen’s Crest Cuff from Twilight
Edward Cullen’s Meadow Harness Costume from Twilight
Bella Swan’s Prom Necklace and Accessories from Twilight
Bella Swan’s Scrapbook and Photographs from TTS: New Moon
Edward Cullen’s St. Marcus Day Robe from TTS: New Moon
Bella Swan’s Opening Costume from TTS: Eclipse
Bella Swan’s T-Shirt Quilt Graduation Gift from TTS: Eclipse
Bella Swan’s Charm Bracelet from TTS: Eclipse
Jacob Black’s Wedding Invitation from TTS: Breaking Dawn Part 1
Bella Swan’s Nightmare Wedding Dress and Veil from TTS: Breaking – Dawn Part 1
Edward Cullen’s Nightmare Wedding Costume from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Bella Swan’s Engagement Ring from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Jacob Black’s Motorcycle from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Jacob Black’s Motorcycle Jacket from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Aro’s Volturi Carved Wood Throne from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Bella Cullen’s Newborn Vampire Dress from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
Aro’s Box and Letter to Bella Cullen from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
Jane’s Final Battle Dress from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
Aro’s Final Battle Stunt Costume from TTS: Breaking Dawn – Part 2Brandon Alinger, Prop Store COO, commented on the upcoming auction: “We’re pleased to present this exclusive auction event. The films have a global following and we have bidders registered from all over the world. For Twilight fans, this auction offers an amazing opportunity to connect with these beloved films in a way never before possible—by owning a piece of the real thing.”
Jenefer Brown, Lionsgate SVP, Location Based Entertainment, said of the event: “The Twilight Saga has always been about the passionate fanbase. We know these one of a kind pieces will be valued and cherished as fans and collectors become the trusted caretakers of these cinematic treasures.”
The five-part film series, based on the novels of the same name by Stephenie Meyer, developed an international following after the release of Twilight in 2008. The series went on to gross more than $3 billion in global box office, and is considered one of the most popular film franchises of all time.
The auction begins at 11:00am PST on Saturday, November 19th, and continues at the same time Sunday, November 20th. Lots can be viewed and bidders can register to participate at: www.twilightsagaauction.com
Jason DeBord