This is part of my new, ongoing series of YouTube video previews of upcoming auctions that take a look at events that feature original props, costumes and other production material from film and television. This first look is for a series of events by Julien’s Auctions throughout the month of November: “Icons & Idols: Rock “N” Roll” on November 9th & 10th (including “The Personal Property of Bernie Taupin” and “Property from Philanthropist Milton Verret”), “Street And Contemporary Art Auction” on November 14th, and “Icons And Idols: Hollywood And More” (including “Marilyn Monroe’s 1956 Thunderbird”, “Property From The Collection of Bob Mackie”, and “Property From The Estate of Sharon Tate”). [Read more…]
Sotheby’s “Vivien: The Vivien Leigh Collection” in London on September 26th; Auction Catalog Online
Sotheby’s have put up an amazing collection of items related to one of the most popular actresses in classic Hollywood cinema, Vivien Leigh. The September 26th auction event in London for “The Vivien Leigh Collection” will also feature a public exhibition leading up to the event. The online catalog is now up and you can learn more about the 321 lots. [Read more…]