20th Century Props closes, auctions off inventory

Last month, 20th Century Props announced that it was closing its doors after 40 years in business. Their huge inventory is being auctioned off starting TODAY. It'll end on Aug. 1st. If you've ever been interested in owning a piece of film or television history, this is your chance. For me, it's always exciting when props are auctioned off b/c many of the items are unique and custom-made. You can't just go, "where can I buy that?" because it doesn't exist outside of the props warehouse. Go check out the auction HERE.





These desks were used in The Aviator (2004).


These chandeliers were made to order for Miracle on 34th St. (1994)


Here's a few more that I wouldn't mind adding into my house.

gorgeous settee used in Panic Room (2002)


ornate antique Spanish desk


Moroccan inlay, mother-of-pearl coffee table


side table with a patterned top and drop sides


wooden bench with a wagon wheel for its back


really ornately carved desk with ladies, lions, and gargoyles; was used for an Aerosmith video and General Hospital


pretty silk embroidered chair


source: photos 1-4 NYTimes; all other photos 20th Century Props auction images