Julien's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) presented "Hollywood Legends: A Day of Contemporary Hollywood" on June 19th and “A Day of Classic Hollywood” on June 20th to impressive outcomes.

The event presented a stunning collection of cinematic treasures that captivated a global audience of collectors and cinephiles. Held live at Julien's Studios in Los Angeles and broadcast online, the auction featured over 850 of Hollywood’s most iconic costumes, props, personal items, and production materials, representing the Golden Age through to modern and contemporary film and television classics.

The undisputed star of the auction was a piece of cinematic headwear that has become a symbol of adventure and heroism for generations: the fedora worn by Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The brown felt fedora, bearing the prestigious Herbert Johnson crest, sparked a ferocious bidding war that sent it flying past its modest $2,000 - $4,000 estimate to a staggering final price of $195,000. The hat's impeccable provenance, including a hand-signed letter from stunt double Jim Dowdall, undoubtedly fueled the intense desire to own a piece of the legendary archeologist's legacy.

The enigmatic and surreal world of David Lynch's Twin Peaks also commanded the attention of collectors. The original, hand-drawn and signed concept map of the mysterious town was a holy grail for fans, soaring past its $40,000 - $60,000 estimate to sell for an impressive $117,000. Further demonstrating the deep appreciation for Lynch's artistic vision, two of his original abstract artworks also sold for $26,000 and $22,750, respectively.

Hollywood Legends: Classic Hollywood

The legends of Classic Hollywood made their presence powerfully felt. A microphone created for and used by the one and only Judy Garland on her 1963-1964 television series, The Judy Garland Show, became a tangible piece of television history. Known for her distinctive handling of the mic in legendary performances, including an iconic duet with a young Barbra Streisand, the custom-painted microphone, emblazoned with "judy," obliterated its $6,000 - $8,000 estimate to achieve a final sale price of $52,000.

Other significant cinematic artifacts ignited the passions of bidders. The Holy Grail Chalice from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, a deceptively simple prop central to the film's epic quest, defied its humble resin composition and $2,000 - $4,000 estimate to achieve a remarkable $45,500. Another transformative and instantly recognizable prop, the "Mask of Loki" from Jim Carrey's electrifying performance in The Mask, saw spirited bidding, ultimately selling for a "smokin'!" $39,000, far surpassing its $5,000 - $7,000 estimate.

A diverse array of lots hammered down at the impressive $35,750 mark, showcasing the wide-ranging appeal of Hollywood history. The rugged charm of the Australian outback came to Los Angeles with the sale of the original poster artwork for both Crocodile Dundee and Crocodile Dundee II, with Daniel Goozeé's vibrant paintings each securing that price. The Coen Brothers' masterpiece, O Brother, Where Art Thou?, saw two of George Clooney's "Ulysses Everett McGill" costumes—his hero ensemble and his initial prison uniform—achieve the same impressive result. The legacy of martial arts icon Bruce Lee was also celebrated, with a pair of his personally owned and used nunchaku, accompanied by a certificate from his top student, selling for $35,750.

The luminous legacy of Marilyn Monroe shone brightly, with a 1957 photograph by the legendary Richard Avedon, later printed and signed by the photographer in 1998, selling for $29,250 against a mere $1,000 - $2,000 estimate. A delicate rhinestone choker from Monroe's personal collection, inherited by her famed acting coach Lee Strasberg, also found a new home for $16,250.

The auction paid powerful tribute to trailblazing entertainer and entrepreneur Josephine Baker. A stunning and incredibly rare life-size plaster bust from the late 1920s, used as a cosmetic-counter display for her "Bakerfix" hair product line, mesmerized bidders, selling for $26,000 against an $800 estimate. In a perfect companion sale, a display box of the Bakerfix products themselves, complete with sample tubes and a vintage magazine ad, fetched an astounding $22,750, turning its humble $200 estimate into a testament to her enduring influence.

Further illustrating the power of nostalgia and pop culture iconography, one of the most famous images of the 1970s, Farrah Fawcett's iconic red bathing suit poster, brought an incredible $22,750. The poster's astounding sale price, rocketing past a $600 estimate, was driven by its extraordinary provenance: it came from Fawcett's personal collection.

Finally, the genius of legendary screenwriter Paddy Chayefsky was honored in two remarkable sales. His heavily annotated production script for his prophetic masterpiece, Network, garnered $19,500. In a deeply personal offering, a collection of ephemera detailing his close friendship with director Bob Fosse—including a signed note and Fosse's own poignant bequest leaving money for his friends "to go out and have dinner on me"—also sold for $19,500, providing a touching glimpse into the personal lives behind the Hollywood curtain.

The "Hollywood Legends" auction was a thrilling and record-breaking event that not only celebrated the films and television shows that have captivated audiences worldwide but also underscored the robust and ever-growing market for Hollywood memorabilia. The remarkable prices realized throughout the two days were a clear affirmation that for many, owning a piece of cinematic history is the ultimate way to keep the magic of the movies alive.