An original SeaPar 1200W HMI underwater light from James Cameron's The Abyss. Designed by Richard Mula and Pete Romano specifically for the film, the lamp revolutionized safe underwater lighting and earned the pair a Technical Achievement Award at the 1991 Academy Awards.

The light was seen mounted to the bottom of one of the Deep Core submarines, and was also used during the production of Michael Bay's Armageddon after passing NASA's Hazard Risk Assessment program. The light features a heavy metal casing and includes a yolk for mounting purposes. The functioning lamp has been repainted throughout the years, but remains in very good working condition and includes a custom carrying case from Hydroflex. Included in this lot is issue 39 of Cinefex magazine, which discusses the creation of the HMI light in the magazine's featured article on the film. Dimensions: Light dimensions: 30 cm x 27 cm x 55 cm (12"x 10 ½" x 21 ½"); case dimensions: 30 cm x 27 cm x 55 cm (24 ½" x 14 ½" x 15 ½")

As this item contains electronic components, every effort has been made to describe them accurately; however no guarantee or warranty is made as to functionality, lifespan or safety of those components. It is entirely incumbent on the new owner to satisfy themselves as to their safe use and maintenance

*This lot is currently located in Prop Store's Los Angeles facility and will ship directly to the buyer from Los Angeles. Please see the Conditions of Sale for information on applicable VAT and/or import duties.

Estimate: £600 - £800