Julien’s Auctions, in partnership with Turner Classic Movies (TCM), proudly announces the grand unveiling of “Robots, Wizards, Heroes, & Aliens: Contemporary Hollywood Auction.” This spectacular event, marking Julien’s Auctions’ 20th anniversary as the forefront Hollywood auction house, showcases over 1,000 pop culture artifacts that have defined generations.
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial’s Animatronic Head: A Cinematic Icon
The highlight of this extraordinary collection is an original hero mechanical animatronic head of E.T. from Steven Spielberg’s beloved classic. Created by the legendary Carlo Rambaldi, this piece of cinema history is estimated at an impressive US$800,000-1,000,000. Julien’s and TCM previously auctioned a full E.T. animatronic model for over US$2.5 million, showcasing the enduring allure of this iconic character.
Lost In Space’s Legendary Robot Model B-9
Another remarkable piece is the original 1:1 stunt model of Model B-9 “The Robot” from the 1960s’ groundbreaking series, “Lost In Space.” As one of the only two full-scale figures created during the show’s run, this functional artifact holds immense value, estimated between US$300,000-500,000.
Exclusive Harry Potter and Batman Memorabilia
The auction also features treasures from the Harry Potter series, including Richard Harris’s “Albus Dumbledore” robe from “The Chamber of Secrets,” and Ralph Fiennes’s “Lord Voldemort” lighted wand prop, each with their own significant estimates. Moreover, fans of the Dark Knight can bid on Michael Keaton’s “Bruce Wayne / Batman” batsuit from “Batman Returns,” a testament to the revival of the Batman franchise by Tim Burton and Keaton.
Pirates of the Caribbean and Marvel’s Avengers Artifacts
Johnny Depp’s “Jack Sparrow” hero dueling flintlock pistols from “Pirates Of The Caribbean – On Stranger Tides” are also up for auction, along with iconic Marvel Cinematic Universe props like Captain America’s shields and Iron Man helmets.
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A Galaxy of Star Wars Props
“Star Wars” enthusiasts have a chance to own a part of the saga with lightsabers used by key characters in “The Phantom Menace,” including Ewan McGregor’s “Obi-Wan Kenobi” and Liam Neeson’s “Qui-Gon Jinn.”
Collectibles from Modern Classics
Items from 80s blockbusters like “Aliens,” “Back To The Future Part II,” and “Die Hard” will be available, alongside a signed Bruce Lee magazine and screen-used nunchaku from “Fist of Fury,” adding a martial arts legend to the mix.
Julien’s Auctions: Where Hollywood History is Made
Martin Nolan, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Julien’s Auctions, expressed excitement about the partnership with TCM and the opportunity for fans to own pieces of Hollywood history. The auction will take place at Julien’s Auctions in Gardena, CA, with a VIP reception at The Beverly Hilton. Bidding options include online, telephone, in-person, and absentee bids, ensuring accessibility for all interested parties.
TCM and Julien’s Auctions: Bringing Classic Cinema to Life
TCM, a renowned authority in classic film, joins forces with Julien’s Auctions to offer an immersive experience for movie lovers. From classic films to modern blockbusters, this auction serves as a bridge between the golden era of Hollywood and contemporary cinematic masterpieces.
