Bonhams will be holding several movie and television prop-related auctions this Summer, one of which will be held June 23rd at Knightsbridge, UK. The catalog for their “Entertainment Memorabilia” auction (Sale 17973) can now be viewed online.
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Today Show Features Profiles in History “Iconic” TV and Movie Props & Costumes: Marilyn Monroe Dress, Wizard of Oz Wicked Witch Hat
As reported on earlier in the week, Profiles in History CEO Joe Maddalena was featured on this morning’s broadcast of The Today Show – “auctioning off iconic items from famous movies” – in promotion of next month’s sale event. Of particular interest to the show was the Marilyn Monroe pink dress worn in the “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” scene in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and the Wicked Witch hat from Wizard of Oz. [Read more…]
Profiles in History ‘Hollywood Auction 40’ High Resolution Photography: TV & Movie Prop and Costume Sale Event Image Preview
Yesterday I spent most of the day at the Profiles in History offices in Calabasas Hills, California to preview their “Hollywood Auction 40” event scheduled for June 10-12. In addition to extensive interviews with Joe Maddalena, President and CEO of the firm, I also took many photographs of the props, costumes, and other material being prepared for the auction. This feature includes 270 photos of material on display at the auction house in preparation for the sale event. [Read more…]
Julien’s Auctions ‘Hollywood Legends’ Catalog Available Online, Part of “Summer Sale” June 2010 at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas
Julien’s Auctions next series of Entertainment Memorabilia auctions will be held in Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on June 24th-27th, 2010. The catalogs are available for purchase and the “Hollywood Legends” catalog can now be viewed online. [Read more…]
Profiles in History Launch “Star Trek Prop & Costume Auction” Blog Featuring Videos, Photography of Props, Costumes, Memorabilia
A new blog marketing the upcoming Star Trek portion of the Profiles in History “Hollywood Auction 40” has launched on the Internet, with additional photos and video of lots from the upcoming sale. The videos uploaded thus far highlight the working electronics of some of the hero hand props from the Star Trek auction on June 12, 2010. [Read more…]
LOST Original TV Props & Costumes on Exhibit at The Vilcek Foundation in New York City Through June 5th
The Vilcek Foundation, which honors and supports foreign-born scientists and artists who have made outstanding contributions to society in the United States, is hosting an exhibit of original props, costumes, and set pieces from ABC’s LOST. [Read more…]
Prop Talk Podcast #002 – Breanna Livie, The Golden Closet | Interview by The Original Prop Blog with Jason DeBord
Breanna Livie, The Golden Closet & Eastern Costume, special guest. This is the second ‘Prop Talk’ podcast, a new regular feature for the Original Prop Blog. This is an effort to use old and new technology to bring a richer and more informative and entertaining experience to the site. Today’s guest is a true pioneer in the hobby in identifying, preserving, and selling original music, television, and film wardrobe, props, and other memorabilia.
Hake’s Americana & Collectibles Auction #200 May 2010; Note About Los Angeles Times on Richard Wilson (Norma’s Jeans) Provenance
Memorabilia dealer Hake’s Americana & Collectibles is holding their 200th auction, with lots ending in late May. While the selection of original prop-related material is quite small compared with the general popular culture memorabilia comprising the auction, I thought it would be prudent to make note of an old article published by the Los Angeles Times that may prompt interested bidders to do proper due diligence on the provenance of a handful of lots. [Read more…]