John Wayne Enterprises features in an AOL “You’ve Got…” video published in support of the Heritage Auction Galleries sale of memorabilia on October 6th and 7th at the Hyatt Regency Century Place in Los Angeles. [Read more…]
Julien’s Auctions 2nd Annual “Legends” Entertainment Memorabilia Auction Event October 22 in Macau China at Ponte 16
Julien’s Auctions will be holding their 2nd annual “Legends” entertainment memorabilia auction on October 22, 2011 at Point 16 in Macau China. Material made available for sale include legends from television, film, and music, such as Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Elvis, The Beatles, Madonna, Bruce Lee, and more. Their catalog is now available for purchase as well as viewing online. [Read more…]
Original Television and Movie Prop, Costume, and Hollywood Entertainment Memorabilia Auction Events 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 collectors.
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Heritage Auction Galleries “The Personal Property of John Wayne Signature Auction″ Catalog Online, Sale Event October 6th & 7th
The Heritage Auction Galleries has published on their latest online catalog and listings for their upcoming event, “The Personal Property of John Wayne Signature Auction – Auction #7045”, to be held October 6th and 7th at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles. There will also be public exhibitions for lot viewings at Heritage Auctions in Dallas and at the Ukrainian Institute of America at The Fletcher-Sinclair Mansion in New York. [Read more…]
San Diego Comic Con 2011: Event Recap, Impressions, Experiences
As has been tradition with coverage by the Original Prop Blog (2010, 2009, 2008), I thought I would share my overall impressions of Comic Con in San Diego this year. As always, it was an incredible event, though if I came away with one overall thought, it would be looking to the future and how the convention will continue to evolve over the coming years. More than ever, this year it seemed to come off the rails a bit more (in both good and bad ways) and the big question that remains outstanding is if San Diego can continue to both accommodate and manage the incredible attraction as it remains the “all things to all people” global pop culture celebration phenomenon. [Read more…]
San Diego Comic Con 2011: Video Interview with Brandon Alinger, Prop Store (Wrath of Khan, The Empire Strikes Back, Predator)
As a continuation of the Prop Store booth at this year’s Comic Con (see previously published interview with Stephen Lane), this next video segment includes an interview with Brandon Alinger, COO of the Los Angeles office, along with Ian Mutch from the London office. This feature takes an in-depth look at pieces from Star Trek: Wrath of Khan, The Empire Strikes Back, Drive Angry, Gladiator, Batman Returns, and Predator. [Read more…]
San Diego Comic Con 2011: Video Interview with Stephen Lane, Prop Store (Star Trek, Scarface, The Fifth Element)
As part of my ongoing coverage of Comic Con 2011 and as has been tradition (see 2008, 2009, 2010), Prop Store CEO Stephen Lane took the time to show off some of the amazing props and costumes on display at their exhibit area. This year, Stephen provided some insights and a closer look at the ZF-1 weapon from The Fifth Element, Tony Montana’s green card from Scarface, and a uniform worn by Uhura in the original Star Trek series. [Read more…]
San Diego Comic Con 2011: Studio Art Technologies Offers Preview of Original Movie Props from ‘Men in Black 3’
Movie prop and costume designers/dealers eFx Collectibles, UD Replicas, Anovos, and Studio Art Technology shared space and brought a lot of great material to Comic Con this year showcasing their sci-fi franchise memorabilia. In addition, they brought a number of original props from the upcoming Men in Black 3, not due to hit theaters until 2012. [Read more…]