Mid-auction analysis - OMGs!, LOLs!, WTFs!, whatev....

[DekeThornton]

Another BIN, so not really a mid-auction item, but this US OS of Hitchcock's The 39 Steps, is really pretty spectacular, on both artistic and historic cinematic levels.

And with a handsome, BIN price tag of $26,250.00



http://www.ebay.com/itm/381701934640?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Always loved that poster. I also love this from the eBay listing: "You save: $11,250.00 (30% off)"

That's it, I'm buying it! Who can resist savings like that?

[Simes]

Another 'right on' example of sales blurb is when they start mentioning the fact that this is An Investment.

'I am selling to you this Dr No 1 Sheet at $45,999.  And you should consider this an investment to realise solid returns over and above the volatility of shares.'

As above, That's it, I'm buying it.  Who can resist investments like that?

[erik1925]

Always loved that poster. I also love this from the eBay listing: "You save: $11,250.00 (30% off)"

That's it, I'm buying it! Who can resist savings like that?

You and me both, Deke. Nothing like saving over $11K on a poster buy, via ebay.

But it really is a beautiful OS. No doubt about that. 

[erik1925]

$1151.00 and counting, for this OS for LA Confidential, which has fading going on throughout, aside from an inch or so around the the edges. I wonder where it might top off, by Thurs?

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4398297

[Neo]

Considering the amount of fading, the current price is pretty darn high, imo.  However, one could consider it a good deal, relative to the recent sales of copies in better condition.

[erik1925]

True, Brandon, even tho there is no real way to correct a faded poster, unless one opts for the "retouched with paint/tints" look from a restorer. (And can a faded, glossy poster be made to look like it was originally?)

It will be one to watch and see how it finishes.

[Neo]

True, Brandon, even tho there is no real way to correct a faded poster, unless one opts for the "retouched with paint/tints" look from a restorer. (And can a faded, glossy poster be made to look like it was originally?)

It will be one to watch and see how it finishes.

I don't think there is any way that can be repaired. About the closest thing would probably be recreating it into sometime like the infamous ET spacecraft restoration masterpiece.

[Ari]

I don't think there is any way that can be repaired. About the closest thing would probably be recreating it into sometime like the infamous ET spacecraft restoration masterpiece.

the best

[110x75]

The only good ET poster

[erik1925]

Will be interesting to see where this ends up, considering its slight fade issue. It's currently at $3500.00

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4413157

[crowzilla]

Will be interesting to see where this ends up, considering its slight fade issue. It's currently at $3500.00

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4413157

It is on pace to beat what I paid for it when I purchased it from Heritage back in 2006, which is always good, but that was also he best deal I've ever seen on a Kong TC because of all the condition issues.

[brude]

Is that the same actual card that you owned?

[crowzilla]

Is that the same actual card that you owned?

Yes, definitely the same card - sold it when I upgraded a couple of years later.
https://movieposters.ha.com/itm/horror/king-kong-rko-1933-title-lobby-card-11-x-14-king-kong-is-a-landmark-1933-hollywood-horror-adventure-film-in-black/a/640-28453.s?ic4=ListView-ShortDescription-071515

And before the question is asked, I don't remember it being as faded as the current photo shows it (also don't remember it being quite as bright as the HA photo, either).

[erik1925]

And the two 2" tears that were on the left side, as described in the HA description look like they were well repaired, too. 

("This card has had restoration work which includes the reconstruction of the two top corners and repair of two 2" tears from the left border into the art. There were pin holes in the border and several within the image. There were areas of surface damage that were repaired, particularly within the three characters in the lower left corner. The card has been backed with the thin Japanese Miso paper.")

[erik1925]

Even laminated and this Mummy '51RR LC is at $442.00 with about an hour to go. And being from the Forry Ackerman collection is an added perk, too!

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4413173

[erik1925]

It is on pace to beat what I paid for it when I purchased it from Heritage back in 2006, which is always good, but that was also he best deal I've ever seen on a Kong TC because of all the condition issues.

It wound up at $4300.00 this evening.

[crowzilla]

It wound up at $4300.00 this evening.

+$117.50

[erik1925]

Another that could bring even more major coin! Ending Sunday and currently at $4100.00 - this LC from Metropolis   

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4416114

[BruceH]

Another that could bring even more major coin! Ending tomorrow and currently at $4100.00

Actually, it ends Sunday, the day after tomorrow

[erik1925]

Thanks Bruce. I fixed my post, too.

[DekeThornton]

Thanks Bruce. I fixed my post, too.

That Metropolis card is absolutely stunning.  I wonder if it will show up in a "Latest Acquisitions" post from one of our illustrious forum members?

[Ari]

agreed, one day Ill have just one thing from the film I am proud of, not this week though

[erik1925]

Another beautiful eye grabber. The color and intensity just pulls you in. Artist A. Spagnoli did a mighty fine job on this Godzilla poster, currently standing at a cool $3K 

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4416232   

[guest4868]

$1151.00 and counting, for this OS for LA Confidential, which has fading going on throughout, aside from an inch or so around the the edges. I wonder where it might top off, by Thurs?

http://auctions.emovieposter.com/Bidding.taf?_function=detail&Auction_uid1=4398297

Hi guys,

This is my first post here. Was just wondering why this particular LA Confidential poster goes for so much money. Do many "recent" posters commonly go for this much?

[erik1925]

First and foremost,  to the forum, CR. Enjoy and have fun with all the good folks here.

The description in the EMP link talks about this being a rare poster with a bit of mystery surrounding it, number of copies printed, etc. All those can blend to make a pricey and collectible poster (along with a popular/collectible film title). Im sure others here will chime in, as well.

Here's another EMP link..films from the 2000 decade, sorted from most expensive shown first and you will see that other moderns also can sell for a pretty penny:

http://www.emovieposter.com/agallery/sort/4/tag/decade%253A2000s/archive.html

And for posters auctioned for films 2010 and more recent (also sorted high to low bid price):

http://www.emovieposter.com/agallery/sort/4/tag/decade%253A2010s/archive.html