The most expensive movie prop is Robby the Robot, which sold for $5,375,000 (£4,062,120), including premium, at Bonhams New York on 21 November 2017.
Robby the Robot was sold as a complete system complete with accessories. The lot included the robot, an alternative head, the robot’s control console and the motorized ‘jeep’ the robot used on screen during the filming of the 1956 science-fiction classic Forbidden Planet.
Robby the Robot was built at the MGM studios prop workshop based on a concept drawn up by production designer Arnold Gillespie, art director Arthur Lonergan, and writer Irving Block. The robot was, at the time of its construction, one of the most expensive props ever made – costing over $100,000 to make (the equivalent of more than $1 million in 2018). To recoup the studio’s huge investment in the robot, it was used not only in Forbidden Planet but also made appearance in The Invisible Boy (1957) and dozens of TV shows (including four episodes of the The Twilight Zone).
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History of Auctioneering
Bonhams founded in London in 1793, Bonhams is a privately owned auction house that focuses on fine art, antiques, and collectibles.
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Year: 1793
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Source: https://www.thememorabiliaclub.com/en-us/pages/the-10-most-reputable-auction-houses-in-the-world?srsltid=AfmBOooy9Ny64jd8sBebui--qZzIcpEBnQuTp3e0MLapcOOQubSuTT1h
Founded in London in 1796 by Harry Phillips, Phillips began as a general auctioneer before shifting its focus to fine art and antiques in the 20th century. The auction house has a reputation for its innovative approach to contemporary art, design, and photography auctions. Phillips is known for its themed sales and curated exhibitions, showcasing emerging and established artists alike. The house operates through a combination of live and online auctions, catering to a diverse range of collectors.
In 2022, Phillips made record sales reporting a total of $746 million in both auctions and private sales. Phillips was the first auction house to introduce themed sales, such as the “New Now” auction series focusing on emerging contemporary artists.
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Source: https://americascollection.com/news/a-brief-history-of-leading-auction-houses-sothebys-christies-phillips-and-dorotheum/
Mayor and Common Council in Appleton create ordinance that you need a license in Appleton to Auction.
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Freeman Hotel, Black River Falls, WI
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Year: 1951
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NAA’s 1958 Convention was held July 17-18-19 at the Hotel Statler in Buffalo, New York.
Country: United States
Year: 1958
Date: July 17
Source: https://mikebrandlyauctioneer.wordpress.com/2018/02/13/national-auctioneers-association-conference-show-locations/
Glenn Hellberg was the World Livestock Auctioneer Champion in 1965.
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Midway Motor Lodge, La Crosse, WI
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Date: June 12
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The Livestock Marketing Association (LMA), headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, is North America’s leading, national trade association dedicated to serving its members in the open and competitive auction method of marketing livestock. Founded in 1947, LMA has more than 800 member businesses across the U.S. and Canada and remains invested in both the livestock and livestock marketing industries through member support, education programs, policy representation and communication efforts.
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Year: 1974
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Country: United States
Year: 1976
Date: August 13
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