Movie memorabilia up for auction includes the lightsaber used by Darth Vader in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and the Batman suit worn by Michael Keaton in the 1989 film of the same name.
The Propstore auction will also feature a whip, belt and holster from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) and a costume worn by Jane Fonda in Barbarella (1968). The auction will run from September 4 to 6.
Darth Vader's lightsaber, which the auctioneer says is the first of its kind to go on sale, is expected to sell for between one and three million dollars (€873,000 to €2,619,000), while Keaton's Batman suit is expected to fetch between $250,000 and $500,000 (€218,000 to €436,000).
Ford's Indiana Jones-related items, which Propstore claims are the first complete set of their kind to be auctioned, are expected to sell for $250,000-$500,000 (€218,000-€436,000), while Fonda's Barbarella costume is valued at $20,000-$40,000 (€17,400-€34,900).
Brandon Ehlinger, COO of Propstore, said: “We have amassed one of the most impressive collections of authentic props and costumes ever brought to market – pieces of genuine cultural history that continue to inspire awe decades after their creation.
“Whether it’s the craftsmanship behind the original Batman costume or the power of the Star Wars lightsaber, every item has its own story.
“We are proud to present this exceptional collection and provide collectors and fans with a rare opportunity to own a tangible piece of the films and shows that have shaped our imaginations.”
Other lots up for auction include Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man suit from the 2002 film of the same name, which is expected to sell for between $100,000 and $200,000 (€87,300 and €174,600), and the flamethrower used by Sigourney Weaver as Ellen Ripley in Aliens (1986), which is expected to sell for $125,000 to $250,000 (€109,000 to €218,000).
An animatronic figure of Billy the Puppet with remote control from Saw 3 is expected to sell for between $30,000 and $60,000
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