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QuoteA Xenomorph egg from James Cameron's sci-fi action sequel Aliens. Eggs were used in the Xenomorph hive, where the Alien Queen spawned her terrifying offspring throughout the film, most notably in the scenes when Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) incinerates the chamber with her flamethrower.Made as a hollow fibreglass shell, the egg features hot glue veining which resembles oozing mucus, and a realistic leathery brown paint finish. The top displays the iconic 'X' shape from which the alien Facehuggers emerge. Patches of burnt fibreglass are present along the surface, where fire from the flamethrower had caught the egg during the production. The egg has acquired some damage since shooting, including chips, scrapes and holes in the fibreglass. Dimensions: 65 cm x 56 cm x 76 cm (25 1/2'' x 22'' x 30'')£2,000 - 3,000
QuoteBrian Johnson's personal script from Ridley Scott's sci-fi horror Alien. The script was used by special effects supervisor Johnson, who would go on to win an Oscar® for his contribution to the film.Bound in a yellow, windowed card cover with split pins, the revised final draft is credited to Walter Hill and David Giler, with story credit given to Dan O'Bannon and Ronald Shusett. A Bray Studios stamp is on the cover page, which is also signed by Johnson, with his name written alongside. It contains 111 unannotated pages, printed single-sided on light blue US Letter paper. The script displays some marks and wear to the card cover from use. Dimensions: 28 cm x 22 cm x 1.5 cm (11'' x 8 1/2'' x 3/4'')£800 - 1,200
QuoteFrost's (Ricco Ross) T-shirt from James Cameron's sci-fi action film Aliens. Frost wore his shirt throughout the Colonial Marines' preparations for their drop to the colony on LV-426. Originally acquired in the Camden House backlot auction, the grey T-shirt is marked as a size large and is emblazoned with James Cameron's concept image of the M41A Pulse Rifle and the motto 'Peace Through Superior Firepower' in black print. Displaying some wear from use and signs of aging to the fabric, the shirt remains in good overall condition.£3,000 - 5,000
QuoteA pair of full-sized Alien Queen arms from James Cameron's action sci-fi sequel Aliens. Conceived by director James Cameron and brought to life by Stan Winston Studio, the full-sized Queen puppet featured at the end of the film when Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) battled the enormous creature. This pair of Queen arms comprises forearms made of self-skinning foam over metal rods, with upper arms made in dense, but hollow, foam. Both sets are painted black and blue throughout. Both arms show wear to the foam due to production use and age, with one elbow showing the armature protruding from a break in the foam. However, they collectively remain in fair condition. Dimensions (per arm): 127 cm x 56 cm x 23 cm (50'' x 22'' x 9'') £2,000 - 3,000
QuoteAn alien warrior special effects tail from James Cameron's sci-fi sequel Aliens. The terrifying Xenomorphs faced Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) and the marines on LV-426 during an ill-fated rescue mission.The tail is made from polyfoam that has been moulded into a sequence of vertebrae flowing from large to small, decorated in a shade of brown and taking the classic 'bio-machine' shape, as imagined by artist H.R. Giger. Threaded through the entire length, is a thick steel wire cord, which would have allowed the tail to support the weight of a performer for a special effect. There are small cracks, flaking paint and some small missing chunks from extensive production use. The cable has developed a curved 'S' shape through storage and rests in this position naturally. Dimensions: 132 cm x 22 cm x 16 cm (52'' x 8 1/2'' x 6 1/4'')£800 - 1,200
QuoteAn M41A Pulse Rifle from James Cameron's action sci-fi sequel Aliens. Pulse Rifles were used by the Colonial Marines when they searched Hadley's Hope for survivors. Lightweight resin Pulse Rifles were used frequently during production as they were easier for actors to handle and more suitable for action sequences. The lightweight cast versions can be identified specifically in the film as well as behind-the-scenes stills.Made of resin, expanding foam, and wood, this lightweight prop rifle was designed by director James Cameron and realized by Simon Atherton, the head of movie armourers Bapty and Co. The rifle is designed around a World War II era M1A1 Thompson submachine gun with a SPAS-12 shotgun cage below the barrel to simulate a grenade launcher. The piece is painted 'Brown Bess' and black. This example is the first unmodified Aliens Pulse Rifle offered at auction in over a decade. Showing light wear to the paint due to production use and age, the piece remains in very fine condition. Dimensions: 69 cm x 8 cm x 25 cm (27'' x 3'' x 9 3/4'')£20,000 - 30,000
QuoteAn Alien warrior costume from James Cameron's action sci-fi sequel Aliens. Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) and the Colonial Marines battled Alien warriors throughout the film during their doomed rescue mission to the LV-426 colony. Cameron tasked Stan Winston with updating H.R. Giger's original design for the alien creature. The creatures were portrayed by stunt actors and dancers to achieve the convincing dynamic movement of the revised warrior designs. The costume consists of a black nylon bodysuit, with attached hard polyfoam parts moulded in the creature's iconic bio-mechanical shape, with foam boots, foam tail and slip-latex gloves. Completing the costume is a highly detailed replica headpiece, made from polyfoam with a soft foam interior; a slip latex-rubber replica chest panel; and back panel with the creature's distinctive 'exhaust' pipes. The components are held together with a combination of zippers, Velcro, metal pop fasteners, elastic and simple stitching. The entire costume has a white, flaky residue, likely from the liquid applied during filming to give the creature its slimy look. It exhibits some cracks and small missing segments, the surface has become slightly tacky in places and it is missing the left elbow pipe, but otherwise remains in good condition. The costume is mounted on a custom-made display. Dimensions: 157 cm x 69 cm x 190 cm (62 3/4'' x 27'' x 74 3/4'')£20,000 - 30,000
QuoteA small-scale model miniature drop-ship from James Cameron's action sci-fi sequel Aliens. Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) and the team of Marines used two drop-ships - 'Bug Stomper' and 'Smart Ass' - to access the stricken terraforming colony, Hadley's Hope.Conceptual designer Ron Cobb and artist Syd Mead both submitted concepts, but the final design was based on one of Cameron's own, closely resembling an AH-64 helicopter. A 1/12 scale model was used for the majority of the film, but for long-distance shots a much smaller model was used. This model screen matches to the crew's initial descent to the surface of LV-426. Constructed from wood, the model is painted a dark green/brown shade with black accents, and decorated with a weathered effect. Red, white and black vinyl appliques detail the wings and body, as well as a variety of kitbashed fuselage. A small red and yellow circle is painted either side of the clear cockpit to resemble the 'Bug Stomper' emblem, and nine missiles are present in the forward armament pods. Two of three retracted landing pads are present underneath, while motion-control mounting points are located below the 'V' tail and underneath the body of the ship. The ship has received repairs to the two horizontal wings, and a small section of painted plastic is damaged on the left side below a thin dent, but it otherwise remains in very good condition. Dimensions: 50 cm x 24 cm x 11 cm (19 3/4'' x 9 1/2'' x 4 1/2'')£40,000 - 60,000Additional Information:The exact shade of paint used on a variety of equipment in the film was based on the Humbrol colour 'Brown Bess', well known for its ambiguous appearance under lighting, with some examples appearing brown and others green when lit for filming.
QuoteThe Grid Alien's (Tom Woodruff Jr.) creature mask from Paul W.S. Anderson's sci-fi action film AVP: Alien vs. Predator. The Grid Alien was the lead Xenomorph protecting the Alien Queen from the Predators sent to Earth to prove themselves in the Antarctic pyramid. The creature was played by Tom Woodruff Jr., who is also the co-founder of Amalgamated Dynamics, Inc., the creature-effects company which created the Alien suits for the film.The mask is made of foam latex with vacuform plastic on the top of the elongated skull. The head shows a cross-hatch pattern applied to create the creature's 'grid' scarring, with additional green blood painted in the recesses. The base of the neck shows impressions from snap buttons which would have attached to the body of the costume, however the buttons have since been removed. The foam latex shows some signs of aging, including brittle sections around the mouth and neck, with breaks in the plastic at the skull. The mask remains in otherwise good condition. Dimensions: 91 cm x 48 cm x 24 cm (36'' x 19'' x 9 1/2'')£4,000 - 6,000
QuoteA Mr. Black / Berserker (Bryan Steele) Predator costume from Nimród Antal's sci-fi action film Predators. A group of human warriors were brought to an otherworldly planet, where they were hunted by a vicious alien race known as Predators. Mr. Black, also known as Berserker, led the hunt throughout the film.The costume consists of a body suit of foam latex painted in a speckled pattern of black, red, white and yellow; matching hands, which are tipped with resin claws, and feet; a foam-latex headdress featuring an array of foam dreadlocks; and a helmet constructed from hard rubber, with an internal fibreglass layer, internal padding, clear lenses, and decorations which resemble metal and bone, secured via Velcro to the scalp.Also decorating the suit are hard rubber chest, thigh and shoulder armour pieces, secured with leather straps and several leather cloths; left and right bracers, each featuring a resin blade; a neoprene and rubber collar; a slip-latex loincloth hiding a zipper; and a resin shoulder cannon, the creature's signature weapon.The comprehensive costume is presented on a mannequin display in a customised pose, with a base that is themed to mimic the forest in the film. It remains in good condition, with some minor wear from age and use on set, while the helmet has some sticky residue from filming. Dimensions (displayed): 110 cm x 85 cm x 225 cm (43'' x 33'' x 89'')£10,000 - 15,000
QuoteA special effects hell-hound puppet from Robert Rodriguez's sci-fi action film Predators. The quadrupedal monsters were used by the Super Predator clan to flush out their prey, and attacked Royce (Adrien Brody) and his party early in the film. While mostly presented as CGI characters, puppets were used for the more static close-ups, notably when Stans (Walton Goggins) was pinned by one of the pack, drool dripping from its jaws. The dog-like creature is created around a metal armature with movable joints, covered with foam-latex skin over a fibreglass shell, and painted with a speckled orange, black, blue and green pattern, like its Predator masters. Its numerous spines are made from resin, accompanied by long thin metal versions. The mouth, teeth and jaws are made from foam rubber with a glossy finish, and there is a hole in the base of the mouth for the drool to drip through. Plastic, shiny eyes complete the appearance.Protruding from the rear is an assortment of cables to control the movement, as well as the clear plastic tubing the drool was piped through. The puppet is held in position on a large, custom-made metal stand, which is inserted through its rear. It remains in very good condition, with some minor cracks and tears in the main joints. Dimensions: 185 cm x 80 cm x 90 cm (73'' x 32'' x 35'')This item contains mechanical components. While every effort is made to describe them accurately, 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.£5,000 - 7,000
QuoteJanek's (Idris Elba) concertina from Ridley Scott's sci-fi horror film Prometheus. The captain of the Prometheus used his squeezebox - which he said once belonged to musician Stephen Stills - while on watch on the bridge, as he flirted with Meredith Vickers (Charlize Theron).The vintage musical instrument is made of wood, with metal grips and leather banding around the top and along the bellows. The piece has plenty of wear from its years of use, with natural scuffs and wear to the woodwork, keys and leather. Both leather finger loops have torn through age and use, and one of the wood panels has cracked. However, despite this wear, this characterful instrument remains in good condition and is supplied with a wooden carry case. Dimensions: 18 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm (7'' x 6'' x 6'')£400 - 600
QuoteI made some notes at the auction - bear in mind though that these are the hammer prices and so don't include any buyers or sellers premiums, or taxes.Lot 17; Alien script: £1,700Lot 18: Frost T-shirt: £3,000Lot 19: Aliens egg: £3,500Lot 20: Queen arms: £1,500Lot 21: Alien Warrior tail: £900Lot 22: Stunt Pulse Rifle: £20,000Lot 23: Alien Warrior costume: £50,000Lot 24: Miniature Dropship: £40,000Lot 25: AVP Grid Alien Head: £3,750According to forbes.com the Alien Warrior costume sold for £61,000 so if that's accurate it gives you some idea of how much more the buyer actually has to pay!
