UPDATE: Oscar-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro has just announced a highly anticipated auction featuring some of his most coveted horror memorabilia. The event, set to kick off on September 26, will allow fans to bid on unique items that reflect del Toro’s passion for monsters and the macabre.
In a revealing press release from Heritage Auctions, del Toro shared insights into why he is parting with these treasures. “I believe that collecting is not owning. Collecting is protecting, a sacred duty,” he stated in an accompanying video. The recent wildfires in Los Angeles prompted him to reassess the size and responsibility of his collection, leading to this decision to share these valuable pieces with others.
This auction marks a rare opportunity for horror aficionados to acquire artifacts from del Toro’s extensive collection, which he lovingly refers to as his Bleak House. The selection includes an array of art, props, and rare items, all starting at significant bids, reflecting the high esteem in which they are held.
Among the standout items is a piece of original art from Bernie Wrightson related to *Frankenstein*, with a starting bid of $200,000. Another highlight is the iconic screen-used shotgun from *Hellboy II: The Golden Army*, starting at $50,000. For fans of *Pacific Rim*, the screen-used Gipsy Danger Jaeger escape pod is available, beginning at $10,000.
Del Toro’s collection also features concept art and original sketches that bring his cinematic vision to life. Notable pieces include a full-body maquette for the Amphibian Man from *The Shape of Water* with a starting bid of $3,000, and a splash page from *Hellboy: Seed of Destruction* at $26,000.
The auction will not only allow fans to own a piece of horror history but also honors del Toro’s belief in the importance of preserving cultural artifacts for future generations. “This predicament has made me aware of the responsibility to share this meticulously curated treasure trove,” he explained.
For those eager to participate, detailed information on how to bid and view the full inventory can be found on the Heritage Auctions website. With bids starting at various price points, this auction invites fans and collectors alike to consider their own role in keeping these iconic pieces alive.
As excitement builds ahead of the auction, fans are encouraged to prepare for an event that promises to blend the thrill of horror with the joy of collecting. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary chance to own a piece of Guillermo del Toro’s unique artistic legacy.
