A USS Enterprise bridge translite from Gene Roddenberry’s original television series Star Trek. This screen served as set decoration on the USS Enterprise bridge throughout the pilot episode, as well as all three seasons of the sci-fi show. Visible on consoles to the left of the captain’s chair, this translite was rescued by animator Mike Jittlov while the original bridge set was being demolished at University of California, Los Angeles.

This translite was made by producing colourful gels in the shape of the USS Enterprise. The gels were then sandwiched between two panels of glass and placed in front of a light box to achieve the desired ‘screen’ effect. A label is placed at the bottom right corner and reads, “Original Enterprise Screen from the Star Trek Bridge Set Liberated by Mike Jittlov as the set was being demolished at UCLA in 1970”.

The piece has been placed inside a custom display that reproduces its original light-box effect using bright LEDs. Gaffer tape, used to hold the two glass panels together, is visible around the border. Additionally, a handwritten letter from Mike Jittlov is included with this lot. The screen shows minimal signs of wear and is in very fine overall condition. Dimensions: 35.5 cm x 6 cm x 30.5 cm (14” x 2 ¼” x 12”)

This display contains electronic components. While every effort is made to describe them accurately, no guarantee or warranty is made as to the 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.

£8,000 - 10,000