As frequent readers know, I have published a number of articles in search of information about the original prop masks made for and worn by Anthony Hopkins in The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal, and Red Dragon films as well as analysis of those purported to be, and other related issues (see Market Watch | Hannibal Lecter Masks). [Read more…]
Today marks the two year anniversary of the Original Prop Blog. So it was two years ago today that I published its first article, “The Hobby Without A Name…” [Read more…]
Today I received the hood from one of the original (crashed) “Death Proof” Chevy Nova’s driven by Kurt Russel as Stuntman Mike in the double feature film, Grindhouse. I thought readers might enjoy a few photos using the prop as backdrop to a collection of original movie prop firearms from Quentin Tarantino films. [Read more…]
This is a comprehensive profile of the hero custom 1887 Winchester 12 gauge shotgun from the James Cameron film “Terminator 2: Judgment Day” staring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton. [Read more…]
This article continues coverage of Superman costumes and costume components offered for sale publicly in the marketplace attributed to use in the Superman films of the 70s-80s starring Christopher Reeve and characterized as “original” and “authentic”. [Read more…]
I have started a series of more comprehensive profiles of the original props in my own collection, and the second piece to be showcased is a hero Walther PPK from the James Bond film “Licence To Kill” staring Timothy Dalton. [Read more…]
An article published in 2007 (see Auction House Buying Considerations, Part II: Chandelier Bid (“Sham Bidding”) Legislation) discussed proposed legislation related to “sham” or “chandelier” bids, described by a New York legislator as “chicanery perpetrated by auction houses,” with auction house Sotheby’s opposed to the legislation. [Read more…]
Back when I first joined eBay (over 10 years ago), I remember that member feedback seemed to have real meaning. I believe the original intent behind the system was to quantify how people do business, which would create some semblance of an “online reputation”. [Read more…]
