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OK. After watching the new Star Trek movie, I'm going to break from the "Lady and the Tramp" Series and post up the items in our collection dealing with Star Trek. I must admit, I often wonder if there is anything I DON'T collect.....


Most of the items here are from the Forrest J. Ackerman Estate. Ackerman, who coined the phrase "Sci-Fi," was an avid collector of all things Science Fiction. His "Ackermansion" was a Mecca for those interested in the field. Due to some health issues and the failure of an individual to pay Ackerman after a successful legal action, he was forced to sell some of this collection at auction -- which is how I come to own the items...

Here are some notes on the items below: (1) The Communicator is a classic and a fairly rare find -- the case actually flips open; (2) The models are great looking and are highly detailed on the top and bottom; (3) The "Tribble" is fantastic, but it isn't from the show -- Roddenberry had a number made for him which he gave out to friends and this is the one he gave to Ackerman; (4) 1968 script -- a great example of an early script for the show; (5) The "Writer's Guide" is absolutely wonderful -- several hundred pages describing the show's philosophy, recapping episodes and providing detailed descriptions of the technology of the ship and I've included several pages that are well worth reading!!!!

Example: Gene Roddenberry's 1989 Comment (see pages below)

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Star Trek Communicator

Star Trek Starfleet Communicator. Prop communicator used on the original "Star Trek" television series (1966 - 69). Molded black plastic with decorative metal designs and brass mesh flip-lid. Measures 4 1/2 inches in length. This lot also comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Darren Julien of Entertainment Rarities.com. Condition: Good condition. Measurements: 4 ½ inches long SeqID-0821 10/16/2005



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"Enterprise" Models "B," "D," and "E" from "First Contact"

Enterprise "B"

ENTERPRISE "B" PROP FROM "1ST CONTACT" Description: Presented here is a model prop from the Star Trek movie "First Contact". This model was created specifically for the movie and is believed to have been used in the scene. Condition: The model is in very good to excellent condition. Measurements: 19" long, 7" saucer diameter SeqID-0823

Enterprise "C"

ENTERPRISE "D" PROP FROM "1ST CONTACT" Description: Presented here is a model prop from the Star Trek movie "First Contact". A beautiful golden replica of the Enterprise D. This model was created specifically for the movie and is believed to have been used in the scene. Condition: The model is in very good condition. Measurements: 18" long, 13 1/2" saucer width SeqID-0824

Enterprise "E"

ENTERPRISE "E" PROP FROM "1ST CONTACT" Description: Presented here is a model prop from the Star Trek movie "First Contact". This model was created specifically for the movie and is believed to have been used in the scene. Condition: The model is in very good to excellent condition. Measurements: 19" long, 7" saucer width SeqID-0825 10/17/2005



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Capt. Picard as Dixon Hill Print

Star Trek Generations Capt. Jean-Luc Picard Print Description: Print of Patrick Stewart as Private Investigator Dixon Hill. Stewart played the Hill character in an episode of "Star Trek: the Next Generation" titled "The Big Goodbye", and in "Star Trek: Generations" (1994). Limited Edition #153/1701, signed by artist D.J. Edwards. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. No visible flaws. Produced by Starbase Holograms, England. This image of 1 of 7 drawing produced by D.J. Edwards. [Frame: 17”W x 21”H; Image: 10.5”W x 13.5”H] SeqID-0834 7/22/2005


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"Tribble"

From Star Trek (circa 1970). SGS2: Star Trek Gene Roddenberry Tribble. Description: Tribble given to Forrest J Ackerman by Gene Roddenberry, circa 1970. This lot also comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Darren Julien of Entertainment Rarities.com. Condition: Very good condition. Measurements: 5 1/2 inches in diameter SeqID-0847 7/22/2005



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1968 Script "And The Children Shall Lead"

Star Trek “And the Children Shall Lead” (1968). Description: "Star Trek" script given to Forrest J Ackerman by Gene Roddenberry. "And the Children Shall Lead", written by Edward J. Lasko, prod. #60043, First Draft dated 6/18/68. Condition: Excellent Condition. Measurements: 11 in. x 8 ½ in. SeqID-0844 7/22/2005



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1989 "Writer's Guide"

Star Trek Writers/Directors Guide. Description: "Star Trek: The Next Generation", Writers/Director's Guide, 3rd Edition, 1989. Notes: Condition: Read copy with no visible flaws. Measurements: 8 1/2 inches x 11 inches SeqID-0848 7/22/2005



I hope you enjoyed this look back in time...!

"Yogi Bear Show: Bat Bear Episode" (1960-1961) - Full Storyboard

Yogi was one of those "bad" hero cartoons that was a major departure from other cartoon role models of the time -- probably why I liked it...


This is one of my favorite pieces. Unfortunately, since I can't find a way to frame it without taking over a whole wall it sits in a file drawer!

There are some great boxes -- like these:

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Here is the entire storyboard set. Hope you enjoy it!!! (Sorry about the pink cast...)









----- DATABASE NOTES -----

From “The Yogi Bear Show - Bat Bear episode” (1960-1961).. Very unusual -- full pencil story board for "Bat Bear." 14 panels with up to 9 scenes per panel. For use in 1960-1961 season. HB99-89-999-01. SeqID 1369_1 to 1369_14 This group contains 100% of the story boards for the cartoon. [14 pages @ 12.5"W x 10.5"H] SeqID-1369

"Marilyn Monroe" (1960; 1979) - 16" x 20" Gelatin Silver Print by Milton Greene

I noticed today that there is a big auction coming up featuring Marilyn Monroe pictures. The Christie's will be held December 16-17 and will feature over 100 images. I've mentioned a couple of times that the items in our collection are not limited to just animation and comic art and the upcoming Monroe auction reminded me of one of the photos in our collection.

I liked this Milton Greene photo of Marilyn Monroe the first time I saw it. There was an unusual quiet quality to the pose that I had not seen in other images. A more mature, reflective Monroe. I thought I was lucky to get it...

Large Milton Greene "Marilyn Monroe"

Since this is an unusually fine photograph, I uploaded a somewhat larger image -- CLICK TO ENLARGE.

Here's some background on Greene (http://www.archivesmhg.com/):

Born in New York in 1922, Milton Greene began taking pictures at the early age of 14. Although he was the recipient of a scholarship to the renowned Pratt Institute, a heightened awareness of the photographic image diverted his attention to the camera and its versatility. He soon apprenticed himself to the famous photojournalist and wizard of composition, Elliot Elisofen. Before long, his keen regard for fashion and the camera found him assisting Louise Dahl-Wolfe, the distinguished fashion photographer known for her unique covers and fashion pages for Harper´s Bazaar. At the age of twenty-three, Milton was referred to as "Color Photography´s Wonder Boy".

The majority of Milton´s work in the fifties and sixties appeared in major national publications including Life, Look, Harper’s Bazaar, Town & Country and Vogue. In fact, Milton Greene, along with other eminent photographers such as Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton, Irving Penn, and Norman Parkinson, is credited for bringing fashion photography into the realm of fine art.

Although Greene was initially renowned for his high-fashion photography, it is his remarkable portraits of our most beloved artists, musicians, film, and television and theatrical celebrities, which have become legendary. It was Milton´s ability as a director that enabled him to capture the qualities that best personified the real person, making each of his pictures an eloquent, unique statement as he converted his remarkable vision into compelling photographic art. Milton believed that as an artist/photographer he wanted to capture people´s beauty, which was in the heart and to show people in an elegant and natural way. His gifts were in creating rapport in which to allow yourself to be seen, as well as his flawless timing.

The range of Milton Greene´s subjects include such people as Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich, Sammy Davis, Jr., Elizabeth Taylor, Cary Grant, Sophia Loren, Groucho Marx, Audrey Hepburn, Andy Warhol, Judy Garland, Giacometti, Lauren Hutton, Alfred Hitchcock, Romy Schneider Sir Lawrence Olivier, Ava Gardner, Steve Mcqueen, Claudia Cardinale, Paul Newman, Lauren Bacall, Dizzy Gillespie, Catherine Deneuve and Norman Mailer as well as many others. But it was his unique friendship, business relationship and ensuing photographs of Marilyn Monroe for which he is most fondly remembered.

Milton first encountered Marilyn Monroe on assignment for Look Magazine. They quickly became close friends and ultimately formed their own film production company which produced Bus Stop and The Prince and the Showgirl. Before marrying Arthur Miller, Monroe lived with Milton and his family in their Connecticut farmhouse. It was during this period that Greene was able to capture some of the most beautiful photographs ever taken of Marilyn Monroe, recording her moods, beauty, talent and spirits. During their ten years together, Greene photographed Monroe in countless photographic sessions including the famous "Black" sitting.
It was also at this time that Marilyn entrusted Greene with her autobiography, simply called "My Story". It is the combination of the book and Greene´s rare and vivid photographs of Marilyn which evoke the legendary spirit of Marilyn Monroe. Milton also collaborated with Norman Mailer on a fictional auto-biography of Marilyn Monroe, entitled "Of Women and Their Elegance".

His photography won him many national and international honors, medals and awards; among them the American Institute of Graphic Arts and the Art Director´s Club of New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, San Francisco, and Detroit. One of his last awards was from the Art Director´s Club of New York for his work in Harper´s Bazaar.

In recent years, Milton Greene´s photographs, prints and posters have been exhibited in major museums and galleries throughout the world, as well as represented in many private collections. Milton H. Greene´s work will continue to be regarded as representative of an era in time, which may be gone, but will always be reflected in pictures.

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“Marilyn Monroe” (circa 1960) by Milton Greene (1922-1985). Gelatin silver print, signed and dated '4-12-79' by the photographer [Milton Greene] in ink and with his credit and copyright stamps on the reverse, matted, circa 1960, printed in 1979. Seller’s Notes: “Condition: In general this photograph is in very good condition. There are hairline streaks through the photograph and some missing flecks of emulsion. The streaks are only visible upon very close inspection. The flecks are somewhat noticeable but do not detract from the generally good quality of this print.” [Unframed Item: 16"W x 19.75"H] Acquired 1999. SeqID-0418 8/3/2005

"How The Grinch Stole Christmas" (1966) - Virgil Ross Signed Sketch (circa 2000)

Merry Christmas and Season's Greetings!

Since I will be away for part of December, I thought this would be a good opportunity to post some Christmas/Holiday related art. To see other holiday related items, select "Category-Holiday" from the "Content by Category" list on the right.

Speaking of the "Grinch," here's a nice item... A sketch of Max and the Grinch signed by Virgil Ross. To my way of thinking, Ross was one of those less known animators that made a significant contribution to the art and character development of some of our best known cartoon figures. This sketch was done by Ross in his early 90's. (For other Ross items, check the "Names-Ross" entry.)

Virgil Ross Sketch of Max and Grinch

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From “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966). Grinch & Max pencil sketch done by Virgil Ross. An outstanding example of his pencil work. [Unframed Item: 12,5”W x 10.5”H] Acquired 2004. SeqID-1171 8/3/2005

Seller’s Comments: An item by Virgil Ross, who I had the privilege of knowing quite well. An outstanding example of his pencil work. If you consider that he did this at the age of 93+, it is even more amazing still.

Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virgil_Ross) 12/2/2008:

His introduction to cartooning was in high-school, where he took a class in that art form. Early work was done for Charles B. Mintz (later Screen Gems), Ub Iwerks studio, and then on to Walter Lantz, where he began animation work. In 1935, he moved on to work for Leon Schlesinger at Warner Bros. where he spent about 30 years, first under Tex Avery's supervision, until 1942, then for Bob Clampett, and finally with Friz Freleng. His resumé also includes time spent with such firms as Filmation (where he worked on the early '70s Star Trek: The Animated Series), Hanna Barbera, and Marvel Comics. He was notably self-effacing. In an interview with John Province in 1989, he is quoted as saying "I always had an eye for movement, and I think this kept me in the business a lot longer than a lot of guys, despite the fact that I really wasn't very good at drawing. When I started out in animation, you didn't have to be a good artist. I just had a little natural talent, and it's mostly just timing anyway." [1] Of the very many characters Ross animated, he is most closely associated with Bugs Bunny, but also did a great deal of work involving Daffy Duck, Yosemite Sam, Tweety, and many others.

"How The Grinch Stole Christmas" (1966) - Chuck Jones Signed Cels

Merry Christmas and Season's Greetings!

Since I will be away for part of December, I thought this would be a good opportunity to post some Christmas/Holiday related art. To see other holiday related items, select "Category-Holiday" from the "Content by Category" list on the right.


Christmas would not be complete without something from "How The Grinch Stole Christmas!"

Here are two great cels signed by Chuck Jones. The two are mounted in a single frame, with Cindy Lou slightly lower to maintain the Grinch's sight-line. I liked the fact that Cindy Lou was looking at the wreath, unaware of the Grinch's motives. A nice set that speak not only to the season, but the opposing "spirits" of the Christmas season.

Chuck Jones Signed Cels of Grinch and Cindy Lou

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From “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966). 9x11 cel of Grinch talking with Cindy Lou Who. Both signed by Chuck Jones. Mounted with Cindy Lou Who. "c 1966 MGM" Grinch: Seal: "06208" Cindy Lou Who: Seal "02374" [Grinch: 11"W x 9"H. Cindy: 11"W x 9"H] Acquired 1999. SeqID-0423 11/29/2008

"Jungle Book" (1967) - 3-Cels on Master Background

I posted an item from "101 Dalmatians" that had six cels on a Master Background. Here is a 3-cel item on a Master Background. There is a cel of Baloo, Louie and the monkeys. The cel of the monkey and background are "key" and the other cels are from another sequence -- but they work together quite well. I have to tell you, this background is fantastic. The detail is super and it would make a wonderful stand-alone piece.

3-Cels on a Master Background

The group is in a great, understated frame that sets off the images nicely...


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From “Jungle Book” (1967). Baloo, Louie & 4 monkeys on master background. Consists of cels of (1) Baloo, (2) Louie, (3) cel of monkeys and (4) master background. The cel of the monkeys and background are key. [14"W x 11.5"H] Acquired 1998. SeqID-0286 Updated: 8/1/2005

"Jungle Book" (1967) - Bagheera Cel on Master Background

This was one of the "Jungle Book" items we added to the collection. A nice cel of Bagheera and a very nice Master Background. Now, I wish I had made a copy of the background before I framed everything up...

Bagheera Cel on Master Background

You can't tell it in this photo, but the frame picks up some of the colors in the background...



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From “Jungle Book” (1967). Cel of Bagheera on master background. "Seq 7 2179-7-4444" "Pos. Sc. 44 (4920)" "2179" "OK D???" [Background and cell: 15-7/8"W x 12-3/8"H] Acquired 1998. SeqID-0341 7/16/2005

"Jungle Book" (1967) - Mowgli Cel on Photo Background

Here's an OK cel of Mowgli riding on an elephant trunk. It's not a great image, but I didn't have anything from "Jungle Book" at the time...

Mowgli Cel on Photo Background

In keeping with the general "look" of the cel, we decided to put the piece in a more non-traditional frame...


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From “Jungle Book” (1967). Cel of Mowgli riding elephant trunk on photo background. [Image: 15”W x 10-7/8"H. Frame: 21-5/8"W x 17.5"H] Acquired 1991. SeqID-0054 8/3/2005