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The 11th Annual Original Prop Blog “Year in Review” for 2017: News, Developments, and Trends in Collecting Original TV & Movie Props, Costumes and Pop Culture Memorabilia

As per tradition, (see 2007 Year in Review, 2008 Year in Review, 2009 Year in Review, 2010 Year in Review, 2011 Year in Review, 2012 Year in Review, 2013 Year in Review, 2014 Year in Review, 2015 Year in Review, 2016 Year in Review), what follows is an editorial featuring my personal observations and opinions with regards to the business of buying, collecting, selling, and preserving original pop culture artifacts used in film and television productions. A look back at interesting trends, developments, and news stories from 2017. As is always the case, this is a completely subjective exercise, and merely touches on the developments and events that relate to the hobby and art market. [Read more…]

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Screenbid’s “The Official Spider-Man: Homecoming Suit Auction” Benefiting Toys for Tots

Arguably the most exciting piece that ScreenBid has brought to auction to date is this original Spider-Man costume worn by Tom Holland in Spider-Man: Homecoming, and provided by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE).  The timed online-only auction is scheduled to end on December 18th at 6:00 AM PST.  90% of the hammer price from the auction (prior to 24% buyer’s premium) will benefit Toys for Tots Foundation. [Read more…]

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Profiles in History “Superman: The Auction” Coming December 19th

Profiles in History will be holding their “Superman: The Auction” event on December 19th.  Included are some costumes and props from a variety of Superman franchise related film and television properties.  The sale includes 73 lots in total.  Participants can bid online at Invaluable.com. [Read more…]

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Video Preview of Julien’s Auctions “Icons & Idols: Hollywood” and “Joseff of Hollywood: Treasures from the Vault” on 11/17 & 11/18

I was in L.A. for a project this week and I had a few minutes to stop by Julien’s Auctions to take a look at their exhibit supporting their three auctions on Friday and Saturday (November 17th and 18th).  I shot a quick handheld video with Martin Nolan, who provided an overview and look at some of the highlights among these auctions.  [Read more…]

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Prop Store’s “Star Trek” & “Star Trek Into Darkness” Live Auction Coming December 2nd

This week Prop Store announced their latest live auction for Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013), which will happen on December 2nd and is officially in partnership with Paramount Pictures.  Up for sale will be over 400 film artifacts used in the two productions. [Read more…]

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Calendar of Live Auction Events: TV and Movie Props & Costumes, Hollywood Entertainment, Music, & Pop Culture Memorabilia

Below is the latest updated calendar for 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. Please also note that I update changes/additions to the calendar until the next update, in order to maintain as up to date as possible. [Read more…]

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Julien’s Auctions “Icons & Idols: Hollywood” Set for November 17th

Julien’s Auctions is holding their latest “Icons & Idols: Hollywood” auction on November 17th at their pop up gallery in Los Angeles, following an exhibition of the same.  Highlights include “the largest collection of Judy Garland costumes and memorabilia in the world” as well as pieces related to Marilyn Monroe, Grace Kelly, Gone With the Wind, Easy Rider and more, with an emphasis on Classic Hollywood. [Read more…]

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Prop Store “Halloween Auction” Taking Place Online Through October 20th

Prop Store is holding an online exclusive “Halloween Auction”, set to conclude on October 20th.  The catalog for the sale is currently online, and includes props, costumes, accessories and more from a variety of film and television properties, with bids starting at $25. [Read more…]