KTTV Fox 11 this morning broadcast a segment on their Good Day LA program showcasing pieces from the “Hollywood Legends” event to by held by Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills this weekend. [Read more…]
‘Smallville’ TV Prop, Wardrobe, Set Decoration Liquidation Sale at Maynards in British Columbia
Maynards in British Columbia, Canada is holding a three day liquidation sale of original material from Smallville at two locations – one offering set decorations and props while the other is selling wardrobe and costume pieces. The sale is April 28-30th. The CW show is ending the series next month, after 10 years of production. [Read more…]
TMZ Reports on Cease & Desist Sent to Profiles in History Over “Rocky” Boxing Gloves; Sylvester Stallone Claims They Are Not Authentic
TMZ today reports that auction house Profiles in History have been sent a letter by Lavely & Singer, litigation counsel for Sylvester Stallone, regarding Lot 1069 from their “Hollywood Auction 44” catalog, published yesterday. Per the report and copy of the letter published by TMZ, Stallone’s attorney claims that the “pair of screen-used Sylvester Stallone ‘Rocky Balboa’ boxing gloves” attributed to Rocky (1976) are not authentic. TMZ also reports that a Profiles in History “rep tells us the company is VERY confident the gloves are legit“. [Read more…]
Profiles in History ‘Hollywood Auction 44′ TV & Movie Prop Auction Catalog Available Online for Sale Event May 14th & 15th
The Profiles in History ‘Hollywood Auction 44’ catalog is now available. Their next auction will be held May 14-15 at Saban Theater in Beverly Hills.
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Julien’s Auctions ‘Hollywood Legends’ Catalog Online, Event to be Held in Beverly Hills May 7th & 8th
Julien’s Auctions next entertainment memorabilia auction will be held in Beverly Hills May 7th & 8th. The full interactive catalog is available online, and the hard copy version can be purchased from the official site. As is usual with their large Summer sale, props and costumes from a variety of modern and classic film and television are included, with highlights among those “legends” referenced in the title of the event. [Read more…]
Premiere Props & Hollywood Live Auctions “Scream 4 Exclusive Live Auction Event” April 16th, Catalog Online
Premiere Props, under their Hollywood Live Auctions banner, will be holding their “Exclusive Live Auction Event” of original studio assets from Scream 4 (stylized as Scre4m), which opens in theaters April 15th. The sequel to the popular horror franchise is directed by Wes Craven and stars Courtney Cox, Neve Campbell, and Kevin Williamson. [Read more…]
Abacus Costumes & Props Going Out of Business, Online Auction Liquidation
Abacus Costumes & Props, which took over the business and inventory of the company formerly known as Backlot Props, is holding a public auction to liquidate its assets. Today I am in receipt of an e-mail proclaiming “Closing its Doors!” and “Everything Must Be Sold!”. [Read more…]
Beverly Hills Courier Reports “Judge Rules In Favor of Julien’s Auction House” in Lawsuit Brought By Michael Jackson Memorabilia Collector Richard LaPointe
Today the Beverly Hills Courier published the latest breaking news about the ongoing legal action brought by collector Richard LaPointe against MJJ Productions, Julien’s Auctions, and others. According to the news story, the “jury today rejected a lawsuit in which a collector of celebrity memorabilia maintained that a Los Angeles auction house broke a contract to sell him 14 items that belonged to Michael Jackson“, following 30 minutes of deliberation.