As reported last month (HERE):
Hollywood Roadshow, a partnership between Premiere Props and Super Auctions, announced today that they will be auctioning off over 750 one-of-a-kind movie props, rare animation cels from Disney, hand painted canvas artwork from “Star Wars,” animation cels from “The Simpsons,” vintage arcade games and new movie themed pinball machines. The live auction will take place on Saturday, July 14th at Premiere Props’ warehouse in El Segundo, California (128 Sierra Street, El Segundo, CA 90245). There will be a preview from 8am – 11am, and the auction will begin at 11am.
I watched the event live via eBay Live Auctions. It takes a long time to get through 1,105 lots, that is for sure. It began at 11:00 am and wrapped up just past 11:30 pm (over 12 hours long).
I did have a friend in attendance – he estimated about 75 people in attendance, which dropped below 20 by 3pm, according to his estimations. Another friend who went to the event this morning relayed that, in attendance, floor bidders were required to pay same day and take the items with them. If anyone experienced anything different, let me know.
Though a mix of props, memorabilia, and gaming cabinets, there were very few standout props, in terms of prices realized. Only five items broke $3,000 (not including the 18% Buyer’s Premium).
$7,750.00 330: UNDERWORLD-Selene’s (KATE BECKINSALE) Hero Costume
$5,750.00 250:RESIDENT EVIL 3-Alice (MILLA JOVOVICH) Hero Costume
$3,500.00 249:RESIDENT EVIL EXTINCTIONAlice(MILLA JOVOVICH)Weapon
$3,000.00 332: UNDERWORLD-Selene’s(KATE BECKINSALE) Hero Boots
$3,000.00 300: GRINDHOUSE-Stuntman Mike’s (KURT RUSSELL) Costume
There were some definite deals to be had for those that had the patience and free time to attend or monitor the auction.
There were also some technical glitches in bidding. I had bid and won one lot, at $200, which was subsequently closed. It was then reopened with bids at $250 and $300, and I could not register another bid at $350. I also placed a bid on another item, for $200 (which shows on the button you press), and somehow that got translated into a $350 bid. In talking with other collectors, I’m not the only bidder to have experienced some issues.
Given the issues with last year’s similar event managed by Premiere Props, hopefully buyers will not experience the same issues (lack of communication, false eBay non-paying bidder disputes, slow delivery).
Jason De Bord