HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Leading the auction are two iconic grail pieces from Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975), presented following the film’s landmark 50th anniversary last year. Headlining the selection is the screen-matched Harpoon Gun used by Quint (Robert Shaw) and Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss), accompanied by its original case from aboard the Orca. The piece carries an estimate of $250,000–$500,000. Also offered is Quint’s screen-matched Fenwick fishing rod with production-used reel. Featured during the film’s early shark encounter and handled by Quint, Hooper, and Brody, the rod is estimated at $75,000–$150,000. Together, these pieces stand as two of the most significant artifacts to ever surface from the movie and head to public auction.

The auction also features standout pieces from the Star Wars universe. Leading the curation is a Light-Up C-3PO head from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980), the only known example of Threepio’s head from the second film to appear on the collector market, with a pre-sale estimate of $350,000–$700,000. Also offered is Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Luke Skywalker’s (Mark Hamill) hero lightsaber hilt from Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), seen during Rey’s confrontation with Kylo Ren and later returned to Luke Skywalker on Ahch-To. This lot carries an estimate of $50,000–$100,000.

Two further highlights come from Ridley Scott’s Oscar-winning epic Gladiator (2000). Leading the pair is Maximus’ (Russell Crowe) arena helmet and mask, a standout piece originating from the personal collection of legendary Australian rugby union player David Campese, to whom it was gifted directly by Crowe. The helmet is estimated at $125,000–$250,000. Also offered is the helmet of Tigris of Gaul (Sven-Ole Thorsen), the feared and previously undefeated gladiator defeated by Maximus in one of the film’s most iconic battles. Originating directly from its designer, illustrator Sylvain Despretz, the helmet draws inspiration from the French comic series Astérix and Murena and carries a pre-sale estimate of $50,000–$100,000.

The three-day Live Auction runs from 25–27 March 2026, with global online, absentee, and telephone bidding available throughout the three days.

●       Day 1 (25 March): Begins at 09:30 AM PDT / 12:30 PM EDT / 04:30 PM GMT. Public in-room bidding at The Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles, as well as global online, absentee, and telephone bidding

●       Days 2–3 (26 & 27 March): Begins at 09:00 AM PDT / 12:00 PM EDT / 04:00 PM GMT. Live global online, absentee, and telephone bidding only.

The final day will showcase more than 200 lots of animation artwork, original cels, and other highlights, alongside entertainment memorabilia, celebrating the artistry of animation in film and television.

Propstore is also hosting a special public exhibition at The Maybourne Hotel, Beverly Hills, California, on Wednesday, 11 March, where fans and collectors will have the chance to see highlight lots up close before they go under the hammer.

Top items to be sold at the Propstore auction (with pre-sale estimates) include:

1. THE PEOPLE THAT TIME FORGOT (1918) Framed Hand-Painted Frank Frazetta “Captive Princess” 1973 Paperback Cover Artwork est. $500,000 – $1,000,000 (£384,615 – £769,231)
2. STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980) Light-Up C-3PO Head est. $350,000 – $700,000 (£269,231 – £538,462)
3. JAWS (1975) Screen Matched Harpoon Gun with Case est. $250,000 – $500,000 (£192,308 – £384,615)
4. CAST AWAY (2000) Chuck Noland’s (Tom Hanks) Screen-matched Wilson Volleyball est. $150,000 – $300,000 (£115,385 – £230,769)
5. GLADIATOR (2000) Maximus’ (Russell Crowe) Arena Helmet and Mask est. $125,000 – $250,000 (£96,154 – £192,308)
6. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD’S END (2007)/PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES (2011) Captain Jack Sparrow’s (Johnny Depp) Screen-Matched and Photo-Matched Flintlock Pistol est. $100,000 – $200,000 (£76,923 – £153,846)
7. BLACK PANTHER (2018) Black Panther Stunt Helmet on Chadwick Boseman Bust est. $100,000 – $200,000 (£76,923 – £153,846)
8. WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (1971) Golden Ticket est. $80,000 – $160,000 (£61,538 – £123,076)
9. JAWS (1975) Quint’s (Robert Shaw) Screen-Matched Fishing Rod with Production-Used Reel est. $75,000 – $150,000 (£57,692 – £115,385)
10. THE TERMINATOR (1984) T-800’s (Arnold Schwarzenegger) Screen- and Photo-Matched Jacket est. $75,000 – $150,000 (£57,692 – £115,385)
11. BATMAN BEGINS (2005) Batman’s (Christian Bale) Cowl est. $60,000 – $120,000 (£46,154 – £92,308)
12. GLADIATOR (2000) Production-Made Tigris of Gaul (Sven-Ole Thorsen) Helmet est. $50,000 – $100,000 (£38,462 – £76,923)
13. THE LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY (2001-2003) Shards of Narsil est. $50,000 – $100,000 (£38,462 – £76,923)
14. THE NATURAL (1984) Roy Hobbs’ (Robert Redford) “Wonderboy” Baseball Bat est. $50,000 – $100,000 (£38,462 – £76,923)
15. STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (2015) Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Luke Skywalker’s (Mark Hamill) Hero Lightsaber Hilt est. $50,000 – $100,000 (£38,462 – £76,923)
16. TOP GUN (1986) Pete “Maverick” Mitchell’s (Tom Cruise) Screen-Matched F-14A Tomcat Filming Model Miniature est. $50,000 – $100,000 (£38,462 – £76,923)
17. HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN (2004) The Marauder’s Map est. $40,000 – $80,000 (£30,769 – £61,538)
18. THE WIZARD OF OZ (1939) Cowardly Lion’s (Bert Lahr) Medal of Courage Prototype est. $10,000 – $20,000 (£7,692 – £15,385)

Propstore’s auction is suitable for fans with a variety of budgets. Some of the least expensive lots in the auction include:

1. FANTASIA (1940) Mickey Mouse, Sorcerer’s Apprentice Making Magic est. $700 – $1,400 (£538 – £1,076)
2. THE SIMPSONS (TV SERIES, 1989-PRESENT) Homer, Marge Haircut Original Production Cel est. $500 – $1,000 (£384 – £770)
3. DRAGON BALL Z (TV SERIES, 1989-1996) Dragon Ball Z GT Original Production Cel est. $300 – $600 (£230 – £462)

Brandon Alinger, Propstore COO, commented on the upcoming event: “This auction brings together some of the most significant artifacts in cinema history, spanning landmark films, iconic characters, and extraordinary moments of filmmaking. The inclusion of the Jaws harpoon gun and fishing rod is particularly special, as pieces from this film almost never surface at this level. At Propstore, we see ourselves as caretakers of film history, and it’s always rewarding to help place these remarkable items into new collections where they can be preserved and appreciated for generations to come.”

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Over 600 rare and iconic lots will be sold during Propstore’s unique Collectible Posters Auction. Registration and bidding is now open at https://propstoreauction.com/auctions/info/id/396 . Bids will be accepted online through April 18 &19, 2024.

Director of Posters US at Propstore, Grey Smith said: “At Propstore we pride ourselves on the range of Star Wars content we get to offer – and our selection of posters is no different. Whether you are looking for an ultra-rare printer’s proof from A New Hope or simply a new piece of movie art to put in your home, there is something in the auction for fans of all budgets.”

Star Wars Highlights Include:

• STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977)One Sheet (28.5″ x 41″); Printers Proof International Style C; Very Fine+ on Linen, est. $6,000 – $12,000
• STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977)One Sheet (28″ x 41″); Printers Proof First Printing Style A; Very Fine+ on Linen, est. $6,000 – $12,000
• STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) Half Sheet (22″ x 28″) (JSA COA) Autographed by Alec Guinness, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, David Prowse, Kenny Baker, Peter Mayhew, and Anthony Daniels. (Beckett COA); Very Fine+ Rolled, est. $5,000 – $10,000
• THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980)One Sheet (27″ x 41″); Rare Teal Style; Very Fine+ Rolled, est.  $2,500 – $5,000
• REVENGE OF THE JEDI (1982)Withdrawn Advance One Sheet (26 7/8″ x 41″); Dated Style; Very Fine Folded, est. $2,000 – $4,000
• RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) One-Sheet (27.25″ x 41″) Autographed by Kazuhiko Sano (Beckett COA.); Style B; Near Mint Rolled, est. $1,500 – $3,000
• STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977)Fold Out Magazine Poster (20.5″ x 11″); Very Fine+ Folded, est. $1,000 – $2,000
• THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980) 40″ x 60″; Style A, Gone With The Wind Style; Fine- Rolled, est. $1,000 – $2,000
• STAR WARS PREQUEL TRILOGY (1999-2005) One Sheets (6) (27″ x 40″); Near Mint Rolled, est. $600 – $1,200
• RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983)Full Bleed Polish (26.5″ x 38”); Vader Style; Fine+ Rolled, est. $600 – $1,200
• THE PHANTOM MENACE (1999) Concept Print (18″ x 22″); Concept Artwork for Theed City; Very Fine Rolled, est. $500 – $1,000
• STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE (1977) One Sheet (27″ x 41″); NSS Style D; Mint Folded, est. $500 – $1,000
• THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK (1980) Insert (14″ x 36″); Dark Blue Style B; Very Fine- Rolled, est. $500 – $1,000
• RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983)Full Bleed Polish (26.5″ x 38”); Cast Style; Very Fine+ Rolled, est. $500 – $1,000
• RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983)British Quad (27.5″ x 40″); Original Version; Very Fine+ Rolled, est. $500 – $1,000

ONLINE BIDDING IS OPEN UNTIL APRIL 18th & 19th, 2024.

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