As noted in the first two articles (see “Raiders of the Lost Ark “God of Light” Prop Wall Plaque” and “Update“), there was confusion over a Raiders of the Lost Ark wall plaque offered in Profiles in History that matches one seen on YourProps.com listed as a replica casting attributed to Elstree Props, and subsequently these have been found to have been sold openly and in quantity by Elstree Props on eBay and SpecialistAuctions. Since the posting of the original article, it seems those replica auctions have stopped. [Read more…]
“Planet of the Apes” Statue of Liberty Prop – Restoration Information, Outstanding Questions
As discussed in prior articles (see Profiles in History Auction 28 Catalog Available Online, Profiles in History 28 Held Yesterday, Today, Heritage Music & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction – October 6-7, 2007, October’s Heritage Auction Addendum: “Planet of the Apes” Statue of Liberty Prop Removed from Catalog), a Statue of Liberty prop head – attributed to use in Planet of the Apes (1968) – was consigned with Profiles in History (where it failed to sell) and, subsequently, Heritage Auction Galleries (where it was pulled prior to auction).
This piece has generated much discussion in the hobby, yet many questions remain unanswered. [Read more…]
Beijing Charity Auction Features Movie Props & Wardrobe
Per a news report posted on China.Org.Cn (LINK), movie stars donated props and wardrobe to a charity auction to raise over four million dollars in support of a foundation sponsored by the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation and the movie channel of China Central Television (CCTV). [Read more…]
Star Trek: The Tour Starts in January
Per StarTrekTheTour.com, “an interactive, action-packed experience will feature exhibits from all five TV shows and each of the 10 movies” during a 40 city tour. [Read more…]
First Wave of NBC Auctions: Results (11/19-12/3)
As noted previously (see “Reported Plans for NBC Studio Auction Event“, “NBC Universal Auctions Live“), these auctions from NBC Universal are now live: [Read more…]
AP: Fraud Trial Features Famous Firearms
While this news story from the Associated Press (LINK) does not directly involve original props or original prop collecting, it is of interest and the dynamics in play could have implications for the hobby, as related to market value appraisals, specialist authorities, brokering, and fraud. I plan to follow this story to report on the proceedings and outcome. [Read more…]
NASA’s Space Center Houston Star Wars Prop Exhibit – Update
As reported previously (see “NASA’s Space Center Houston to Host Star Wars Prop Exhibit“), the Luke Skywalker lightsaber from Return of the Jedi, along with other Star Wars props, including a 1:1 scale X-Wing fighter, will be on display at NASA’s Space Center Houston through the end of the year. [Read more…]
Upcoming Auction Event Calendar Snapshot
Here is the latest updated list of upcoming original prop auction events. Please contact me if you are aware of any coming events of interest to original prop collectors. [Read more…]