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Enchères Profiles In History
"Debbie Reynolds The Auction"
18 juin 2011
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18/06/2011, PROFILES IN HISTORY: Debbie Reynolds The Auction - Vente et Catalogue
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Lot 282: Marilyn Monroe gown w/ hat for Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Marilyn Monroe "Lorelei Lee" signature red-sequined "Two Little Girls from Little Rock" showgirl gown with feathered hat by Travilla for Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. (TCF, 1953) This iconic costume was worn by Marilyn Monroe as "Lorelei Lee" in the number "Two Little Girls from Little Rock." Made of a heavy silk crepe with thousands of hand-sewn sequins spiraling in every direction starting small at the top and finishing in large singular sequins around the bottom to allow them to catch the light from all angles. A deep split to high above the thigh caught by a diamond brooch added to the drama of this dress. The slightly risqué bust area once again fooled the censors by including a shear body-toned fabric from the neck right down to the waist giving the impression of nudity without showing a thing. Dress has handwritten label "1-25-1-4286 A698-67 Marilyn Monroe." Hat has handwritten label "1-25-1-4286 A698-67 M. Monroe." Acquired by Debbie Reynolds directly from Twentieth Century-Fox during the "pre-sale" when she bought all of the Marilyn Monroe wardrobe from the studio prior to the auction in 1971.

Lot 286: 1952 red MG TD used in Monkey Business
1952 red MG TD used by Marilyn Monroe and Cary Grant in Monkey Business. (TCF, 1952) This car was acquired by Debbie Reynolds directly from Twentieth Century-Fox during the "pre-sale" when she bought all of the Marilyn Monroe wardrobe from the studio prior to the auction in 1971. It was bought in running condition and was placed in storage until Debbie's daughter, Carrie Fisher, took a shining to it when she started to drive (ca. 1974). Unfortunately, Carrie never really mastered the manual transmission and Debbie took the keys away to avert impending disaster, and the car was placed back in storage where it has remained ever since. In 2011 the engine and transmission were rebuilt and the car has been rejuvenated with new chrome and remains in nice running condition. The car has its original paint which exhibits light scratches in areas. The dent in the radiator, occurring from Cary Grant crashing in the fence in the film, was kept in its original condition. The car comes with the original folding convertible top and frame, but it was not installed during filming so it has been kept aside for the future owner. This is the only known film-used Marilyn Monroe car!!

Lot 313: Marilyn Monroe saloon-girl gown from River of No Return
Marilyn Monroe "Kay Weston" gold charmeuse saloon-girl gown by Travilla for River of No Return. (TCF, 1954) Gold charmeuse gown covered with bugle beading, red fringe accents, and gold velvet train with red netting. Handwritten label "38733 Grable" and stamped "1 25 1 1748 1900." Created by Helen Rose for Betty Grable as "Kate Farley" in the "Cuddle Up a Little Closer" number in Coney Island (TCF, 1943). Travilla added the red beading and train for Marilyn Monroe as "Kay Weston" in the final scene of the film singing "The River of No Return" in River of No Return. Acquired by Debbie Reynolds directly from Twentieth Century-Fox during the "pre-sale" when she bought all of the Marilyn Monroe wardrobe from the studio prior to the auction in 1971. Marilyn wore this dress to sing the title song in The River of No Return. The gold silk is covered in tiny gold bugle beads. Inside is yards and yards of red tulle edged in gold and sewn into layers. At the back, fabrics of pale gold velvet and a stiff lame' are pulled and pleated together to make a rough bustle, both fabrics falling into a train. The dress is trimmed in swirled patterns of red beaded tassels attached to netting then sewn onto the dress. The left shoulder has handmade silk flowers.

Lot 314: M.Monroe costume There's No Business Like Show Business
 Marilyn Monroe "Vicky" tropical print pink, black and white skirt, black halter top and hat from "Heat Wave" number by Travilla for There's No Business Like Show Business. (TCF, 1954) The design started with a hat. A skull cap in black with a huge plated straw hat, the ends left raw to give the hat movement, and silk flowers attached. It was only after the hat was completed that Travilla took it to another level and added the flowers that hung around her face. The top is a sheath of black raw silk, tied in the middle by a vivid pink and black chiffon scarf that crosses the chest and drapes down the back and large black sequins attached. Handwritten label "1-25-1-4693 A729-48 M. Monroe." The skirt starts with an extremely tight band of black raw silk that gathers around the bottom at the back and pulls round to the front in a deep sexy "V" with black sequins sewn to it; the undergarment is attached to this. From the front "V" travelling round to below her bottom is a voluminous skirt of hand printed white raw silk with huge black flowers. Attached to these flowers are hundreds of large sequins scattered randomly. The interior of the skirt is the same fabric as the scarf, a plain pink chiffon. Gathered and attached in many layers travelling from top to bottom. These layers also have hundreds of scattered sequins but this time in opaque. Handwritten label "1-25-1-4693 A729-48 M. Monroe." Acquired by Debbie Reynolds directly from Twentieth Century-Fox during the "pre-sale" when she bought all of the Marilyn Monroe wardrobe from the studio prior to the auction in 1971.

Lot 316: There's No Business Like Show Business original poster
There's No Business Like Show Business original 14" x 36" insert poster for Marilyn Monroe film. (TCF, 1953) Linen-backed Fine to Very Fine U.S. insert-sized poster depicting Marilyn Monroe two times. Appears to have had normal light folds prior to backing, and shows only modest background retouching.

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Lot 354: Marilyn Monroe "Subway" dress, from The Seven Year Itch
Marilyn Monroe "The Girl" ivory pleated "Subway" dress by Travilla, the most recognized costume in film history, from The Seven Year Itch. (TCF, 1955) Ivory rayon-acetate halter dress with pleated skirt. Handwritten label "1-27-1-8171 M. Monroe A-734-12." Worn by Marilyn Monroe as "The Girl" in one of the most iconic images of film history in The Seven Year Itch, when she stood above the subway grate and uttered that famous line, "OOOH isn't it delicious?" The Seven Year Itch storyline, unlike some of Monroe's earlier films, held no promise as a costume showcase. It was not a period piece and had no dance routines. Yet this was to become the vehicle for Travilla's most famous dress design, in bias-cut crepe with a halter top and sunburst pleats. "So I wondered what could I do with this most beautiful girl that Marilyn was to play to make her look clean, talcum-powdered, and adorable," Travilla mused. "What would I give her to wear that would blow in the breeze and be fun and pretty? I knew there would be a wind blowing so that would require a skirt." [Hollywood Costume Design by Travilla, Maureen Reilly]. The fabric Travilla chose was an ivory colored rayon-acetate crepe, heavy enough to flow beautifully as Marilyn walked but still light enough to blow up in an interesting way. A fabric very hard if not impossible to get now, the closest is georgette. Travilla never normally used man-made fabric but this posed a challenge with pleating as 100% natural fabric would not hold such stiff pleats, so for all his pleated creations a special fabric had to be made with just a small amount of man-made fiber in it to maintain the structure. Acquired by Debbie Reynolds directly from Twentieth Century-Fox during the "pre-sale" when she bought all of the Marilyn Monroe wardrobe from the studio prior to the auction in 1971.

Lot 355: The Seven Year Itch poster for Marilyn Monroe film
The Seven Year Itch original 14" x 36" insert poster for Marilyn Monroe film. (TCF, 1955) Linen-backed Very Fine to Near Mint U.S. insert-sized poster depicting Marilyn Monroe's famous subway skirt-blowing scene. Appears to have had only one very light center fold prior to backing, and shows only minimal border retouching.

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Vente aux enchères "Debbie Reynolds The Auction" le 18 juin 2011 par Profiles in History à Beverly Hills aux Etats-Unis.
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Auction "Debbie Reynolds The Auction" on June 18, 2011 by Profiles in History in Beverly Hills, USA.
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L'actrice Debbie Reynolds n'est pas qu'une simple légende d'Hollywood mais elle est aussi une fervente collectionneuse de costumes de cinéma de l'âge d'or d'Hollywood. En septembre dernier, pour Bonhams, elle avait vendu quelques pièces de meubles, de chandeliers et d'art décoratifs. Mais aujourd'hui, elle met aux enchères plusieurs pièces magistrales de sa collection, comprenant des costumes de films et des accessoires, pour le compte de Profiles in History par une série d'enchères qui commencent en juin 2011.
Visitez le site web Hollywood Motion Picture qui présente sa collection.
màj: historique enchères sur Heritage Auction
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Actress Debbie Reynolds is not just a Hollywood legend, she is also an avid collector of film costumes from Hollywood's Golden Age. Last September, she sold a few pieces of furniture, chandeliers and decorative art for Bonhams. But now she is auctioning several master pieces from her collection, including film costumes and props, on behalf of Profiles in History in a series of auctions starting in June 2011.
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Debbie Reynolds collectionne depuis près de 50 ans et sa collection est considérée comme l'une des plus importantes de costumes d'Hollywood des studios MGM et de la Fox, comptabilisant près de 3500 costumes, 20 000 photographies, plusieurs milliers d'affiches de films, des esquisses faites par les costumiers, et d'autres accessoires qui ont servi dans les plus grands films.
Parmi sa collection, on recense des objets qui ont servi entre autres aux films Autant en emporte le vent, Ben Hur, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music et Casablanca. Les costumiers sont de grands noms tels que Travilla, Adrian, Travis Banton et Edith Head. Les costumes furent portés par Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, Charlton Heston, Greta Garbo, Elizabeth Taylor, Bette Davis, Gene Kelly, Richard Burton, Marlon Brando, Audrey Hepburn...
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Debbie Reynolds has been collecting for nearly 50 years and her collection is considered one of the most important of Hollywood costumes from MGM and Fox studios, with nearly 3,500 costumes, 20,000 photographs, several thousand movie posters, sketches made by costume designers, and other props that were used in major motion pictures.
Among her collection are objects that were used in the films Gone With the Wind, Ben Hur, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music and Casablanca. The costume designers are big names such as Travilla, Adrian, Travis Banton and Edith Head. The costumes were worn by Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, Charlton Heston, Greta Garbo, Elizabeth Taylor, Bette Davis, Gene Kelly, Richard Burton, Marlon Brando, Audrey Hepburn...
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> Sur le blog - 18/06/2011, PROFILES IN HISTORY: Debbie Reynolds The Auction - Lots

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Le catalogue est vendu au prix de 39,50 $. Les lots concernant Marilyn se trouvent aux pages 149-150-151-152 (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How to marry a millionnaire, Monkey Business), pages 166-167-168-169-170 (River of no return, There's no business like show business), pages 189-190-191 (The seven year itch).

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Debbie fut invitée sur le plateau de l'émission Oprah Show
pour présenter quelques pièces de sa collection.
 

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> source: article sur examiner.com 

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Vente aux enchères "Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Collection Auction" le 6 décembre 2003 par JULIEN'S AUCTION à Beverly Hills aux Etats-Unis.
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Auction 'Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Collection Auction' on December, 06, 2003 in Beverly Hills, USA.
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L'actrice Debbie Reynolds vendait ici une petite partie de sa collection (391 lots) de costumes d'acteurs et d'actrices et d'affiches de films. Les lots sont en consultation sur le site liveauctioneers.com avec photos et descriptifs pour chacun.
La collection comportait 7 lots sur Marilyn Monroe: des costumes de films.
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Actress Debbie Reynolds was selling a small portion of her collection (391 lots) of actor and actress costumes and film posters.
The lots are available for consultation on the liveauctioneers.com website with photos and descriptions for each.
The collection featured 7 lots on Marilyn Monroe: Movie Costumes.

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> Sur le blog - les lots:
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-  06/12/2003, Julien's, "Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Collection Auction" Lots

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Enchères "Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Collection Auction"
6 décembre 2003
- 7 lots avec Marilyn Monroe -

> 06/12/2003, Julien's, "Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Collection Auction": Catalogue

Lot n°80: costume de Don't Bother to Knock
Undoubtedly the Holy Grail of any serious costume collection, presented here is a simple yet elegant green and black day dress worn by none other than Marilyn Monroe in her starring role as Nell Forbes in the 1952 drama Don't Bother to Knock. An important milestone in Monroe's career, Don't Bother to Knock was Monroe's first starring role in which she was able to show her versatility as a dramatic actress. An official wardrobe label on the inside lining of the dress reads: "1-27-1-7612 Marilyn Monroe A-66-05 #2." In fine overall condition, although numerous alterations have been made, including button removal, plaquet removal, and a replacement of the linen and lace collar. This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: One of Marilyn Monroe's emerging films, "Don't Bother to Knock" co-stars Richard Widmark in a story about a deranged girl who gets a baby-sitting job in a hotel and terrifies all concerned by threaten to kill her charge. Twentieth Century Fox released this picture in 1952.
Estimate: $ 20,000 - $ 30,000 / Sold: $ 10,000

Lot n°145: costume de Marilyn Monroe pour Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
From one of the greatest actresses of all time in what was undoubtedly one of her finest performances, we are proud to present in this special lot a complete showgirls outfit--consisting of a black sequin leotard and matching Dutch hat--worn by Marilyn Monroe in her starring role as Lorelei Lee in the 1953 Howard Hawks classic Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Worn prominently by Monroe in the film, the leotard features a black sequin pattern across the entire bodice with an accent of rhinestones along the leg openings and a large floral pattern along the bustline. The matching stylized Dutch girl hat features black sequins across the crown and flaps and a green velvet lining with in the inside. Matching sewn-in wardrobe labels on the inside of the leotard and inside lining of the hat read, "1-25-1-4288, Marilyn Monroe, A698-69." This outfit was created by renowned costume designer William Travilla, who designed numerous costumes for Monroe throughout her career, including outfits for the film Bus Stop and the memorable white subway dress for the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch. Well preserved, this outfit stands in impeccable condition. This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: Icons Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell light up the screen in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes".  They play a dumb blonde and a showgirl that go to Paris in search of rich husbands.  This wonderful musical also starred Charles Coburn and Tommy Noonan.
Estimate: $ 75,000 - $ 100,000 / Sold: $ 50,000

Lot n°146: costume de Jane Russell pour Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
A marquee piece from one of the sexiest women of the silver screen, presented here is a complete showgirls outfit--consisting of a black sequin leotard and matching Dutch hat--worn by Jane Russell in her starring role as Dorothy Shaw opposite Marilyn Monroe in the 1953 Howard Hawks classic Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Worn prominently by Russell in the film, the leotard features a black sequin pattern across the entire bodice with an accent of rhinestones along the leg openings. The matching stylized Dutch girl hat features black sequins across the crown and flaps and a green velvet lining with in the inside. Matching sewn-in wardrobe labels on the inside of the leotard and inside lining of the hat read, "1-25-1-4287, Jane Russell, A698-69." This outfit was created by renowned costume designer William Travilla, who created numerous costume masterpieces including the memorable white subway dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in The Seven Year Itch. Some alterations have been made, including the removal of flowers along the bustline and removal of a tie string along the front of the bodice, otherwise this outfit stands in overall superb condition. This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: Icons Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell light up the screen in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes". They play a dumb blonde and a showgirl that go to Paris in search of rich husbands. This wonderful musical also starred Charles Coburn and Tommy Noonan.
Estimate: $ 75,000 - $ 100,000 / Sold: $ 50,000

Lot n°147: costume de Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
An attractive 2-piece outfit--consisting of a dress and matching jacket--worn by Marilyn Monroe in her starring role as Lorelei Lee opposite Jane Russell in the 1953 classic Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Created by costume designer Travilla, this grey ensemble features a matching grey fabricated pattern across the entire length of the dress and matching jacket. Both dress and jacket also feature a lovely satin trim accent that is highlighted by 2 grey satin trains that flow from the waist. A handwritten wardrobe label on the inside lining of the dress reads, "1-27-3-7914 M. Monroe A698-53." Well preserved, this true Hollywood artifact stands in excellent condition. This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: Icons Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell light up the screen in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes". They play a dumb blonde and a showgirl that go to Paris in search of rich husbands. This wonderful musical also starred Charles Coburn and Tommy Noonan.
Estimate: $ 75,000 - $ 100,000 / Sold: $ 50,000

Lot n°148: costume de Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
A "must have" for any serious collector of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, offered here is a peach satin leotard with fishnet overlay and a pair of peach satin gloves with rhinestones, worn by none other than the legendary Marilyn Monroe herself as Lorelei Lee in the 1953 classic Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Created by famed costume designer Travilla, outfits such as this leotard created a great controversy at the time of the film's release since it was considered too revealing for major stars as Monroe to wear. Ultimately, it was Monroe's ability and willingness to wear such outfits that made her perhaps the greatest sex symbol in the history of motion pictures! An official 20th Century Fox sewn-in wardrobe label on the inside lining of the leotard reads, "20th Century Fox, Marilyn Monroe." NOTE: The leotard and gloves were worn in the film, however, they are not a matching set and are seen separately. Originally acquired from Sotheby's and accompanied by an original Sotheby's sticker. In overall fine condition, with some rhinestones on the leotard and gloves missing. These costume pieces are accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment.
About The Film: Icons Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell light up the screen in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes". They play a dumb blonde and a showgirl that go to Paris in search of rich husbands. This wonderful musical also starred Charles Coburn and Tommy Noonan.
Estimate: $ 10,000 - $ 15,000 / Sold: $ 3,000

Lot n°314: costume de The Seven Year Itch
An outfit almost as striking as the woman who wore it, presented here is a terrific purple sequined strapless pant-outfit with a glowing pink satin shawl, worn by Marilyn Monroe in her immortal role as "The Girl" in the 1955 Billy Wilder classic The Seven Year Itch. Created by renowned costume designer Charles Le Maire, this eye-catching outfit features a handwritten sewn-in wardrobe label on the inside lining of the pant-outfit that reads, "1-25-1-4710 M. Monroe A-734-03." In superb condition, this costume is certain to be the pinnacle of any memorabilia collection! This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: A magnificent comedy starring the legendary Marilyn Monroe. "The Seven Year Itch" comes to mind when we think of a Hollywood classic. This timeless masterpiece was released in 1955 by Twentieth Century Fox and is Marilyn's most memorable role. The great story line features Richard Sherman; when his family goes away for the summer, a so far faithful husband is tempted by a beautiful neighbor (Marilyn Monroe).
Estimate: $ 60,000 - $ 80,000 / Sold: $ 50,000 

Lot n°357: costume de A Ticket To Tomahawk
A marquee addition to any serious costume collection, presented here is a late-1800's styled jacket and dress worn by the legendary Marilyn Monroe, performing in one of her early roles as "Clara" in the 1950 film A Ticket to Tomahawk. In superb condition, this yellow jacket and dress combination, designed true to it's period (circa 1870's) features green velvet and braid trim across both pieces with a pleated tier to the skirt. 20th Century Fox costume labeling on the inside of the jacket states "Marilyn Monroe" and on the inside of the dress, "1-25-1-3843, A-581-14 #2, Marilyn Monroe." From condition to collectability, it doesn't get any better! This costume is from the prestigious collection of Debbie Reynolds and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Debbie Reynolds and Darren Julien of Julien Entertainment. Proceeds from this sale go to benefit The Debbie Reynolds Hollywood Motion Picture Museum.
About The Film: In 1950, Marilyn Monroe had a small part in "A Ticket to Tomahawk. Set in 1876, Dawson wants to prevent a train from getting to Tomahawk CO on time, to keep it from competing with his stage coach line. Kit, who must get the train to its goal, forces Johnny aboard as the needed passenger. Madame Adelaide's showgirls (including Marilyn as Clara) ride along and, en route to Tomahawk, join Johnny in "Oh, What a Forward Young Man You Are."
Estimate: $ 60,000 - $ 70,000 / Sold: $ 35,000  
 

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