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The Prop Store Collection Presents… Spock’s Spacesuit
Welcome to our continuing series of collections blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We talk about the film, explore the history of the prop or costume and explain why we love it so much. This time? A suit belonging to one of the most beloved characters in sci-fi during a quick jaunt outside…
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Find Your Manhood: Key Costumes from the Dirty Grandpa Auction
A classic tale of family bonding, drug-use, womanizing, and arrest records, Dirty Grandpa holds nothing back for a laugh, props and costumes included! Here is a quick peak at some of the key lots in our Dirty Grandpa Auction…
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Prop Store Collections Presents Ark Of The Covenant Ghost
Welcome to our continuing series of collections blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We talk about the film, explore the history of the prop or costume and explain why we love it so much. In this entry, a terrifying guardian of an ancient relic that brings death to (almost) all who find it…
Celebrate Miniatures and Puppets with Prop Store!
Long before digital technology took on the lion’s share of effects work, miniatures and models ruled the roost. Some teams are still working with them, so we thought we’d take a look at some vehicles and other creations from both the past and present of movies
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The Prop Store Collection Presents…James Bond’s MI6 Training Costume
Welcome to our continuing series of collections blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We talk about the film and the prop or costume itself, giving you the facts, the figures and all the details on some fascinating piece of movie history. This time? A casual look for a character usually more famous for his sharp suits and tuxedos…
Explore Crew Clothing with Prop Store
If you’ve ever been on a film set, or watched a behind-the-scenes documentary, you might have seen crew wearing T-shirts, jackets and other memorabilia from different productions. Clothing is a common gift for the cast and crew, often used as a present when a film or TV season wraps so they can remember the time they spent working together. Lurking within Prop Store’s archives is a variety of these items from all sorts of films, so if you love a movie and you want something unique, take a look at just a few of the pieces we have on offer.
The Prop Store Collection Presents…Marty McFly’s Hoverboard
Welcome to our continuing series of collections blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We talk about the film, explore the history of the prop or costume and explain why we love it so much. This time? One of those movie props you really, really wish was a real item…
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back – Luke Skywalker “Force Jump” Puppet
Our UK Copywriter Peter Cooper talks about the incredible Luke Skywalker “force jump” puppet from Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back…
The Female of the Species: The Women of Hannibal
While Hannibal Lecter’s deadly exploits are certainly a major focus of the series, the women surrounding the good doctor are well-deserving of his respect, affections, and unsavoury appetites. Take a look at some of the key costume components worn by the leading ladies of Hannibal.
Death Masks: The Chilling Makeup and Effects Pieces of Hannibal
In a series as dedicated to its aesthetic as Hannibal, everything seen on screen must be in line with the general tone and look of the series, from the costumes, to props, and even the special effects. The Hannibal crew spent an enormous amount of time getting every detail right on the effects pieces seen throughout the show and we are so happy to be bringing their work to auction.
The Art of the Kill: The Art Department’s Contributions to Hannibal
While Prop Store regularly deals with breath-taking props and artwork created for the screen, the consistency of the work produced by the Hannibal art and prop department is among the very best work we have encountered. Take a look at some of the incredible contributions made to the show by the talented artists and craftsman behind the camera.
Killer Wardrobe: The Sophisticated Style of Hannibal Lecter
With over 1200 lots in our upcoming Hannibal: The Complete Series Auction, it is incredibly hard to narrow down the standout pieces. But even compared to the rest of the cast, the show’s title character shows an impeccable mastery of style in any situation.
The Prop Store Collection Presents…An Original Victor Van Dort Stop Motion Puppet
Welcome to our continuing series of collections blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We talk about the film it comes from and the prop or costume itself, giving you the facts, the figures and all the details on some fascinating piece of movie history. This time? One of Tim Burton’s stop-motion animated productions…
Eight Fantastic Props & Costumes for TV Addicts
In addition to the awesome collection of props and other items from movies, Prop Store also has a big range from some of the best TV shows. We thought we’d dig through the list and find some excellent choices as seen on the small screen. As ever, head to our website to find the full range.
Creature Features: Greg Cannom’s Baddies, Monsters, and More
Here at Prop Store, we’ve always been fans of the things that go bump in the night, and the Greg Cannom Auction certainly has a lot to offer bidders who share our sentiment. Take a look at some of the evil highlights from this once in a lifetime auction.
The Prop Store Collection Presents…Sir Didymus
Welcome back to the collections series, in which Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We’ll talk about the film it comes from and the prop or costume itself, giving you the facts, the figures and all the details on some fascinating piece of movie history. For this blog, we’re all about a certain furball from one of the most famous fantasy films ever made.
You Can’t Forget Them If You Tried: The Iconic Characters of the Greg Cannom Auction
The Greg Cannom Auction has been incredibly exciting for us to put together for a number of reasons, but one of the biggest has got to be the iconic characters represented in Cannom’s work. In this article, we take a look at the most well-known creatures, villains and clowns in the Greg Cannom Auction.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Prop Store
St. Valentine is about to shoot his arrow through our hearts, which always seemed a little violent to us. Still, whether you’re loved up or lovesick, you might be wanting to inject a little romance into your life. Take a look at some great items available in Prop Store’s catalogue and see if there’s something that could work as a gift, or a way to treat yourself and start to heal if you’ve lost that loving feeling.
The Prop Store Collection Presents…Jack Sparrow
Welcome to the first in a new series of blogs as Prop Store’s team digs into the archives and unearths some amazing items. We’ll talk about the film it comes from and the prop or costume itself, giving you the facts, the figures and all the details on some fascinating piece of movie history. Let’s get started, shall we?
Invite a Vampire into Your Home: The Lost Boys Lots Featured in the Greg Cannom Auction
Of the more than 40 titles represented in our Greg Cannom Auction, some of our favorite material comes from the 80s classic vampire film The Lost Boys. In the first installment of our blog series on the Greg Cannom collection coming to auction this February, we take a closer look at some of the incredible Lost Boys material in the sale.
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