The next friendly neighborhood Spider-Man can be, well, you.
The suit worn by Tobey Maguire throughout his web-slinging adventures in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man 3 is headed to the auction block this September. Peter Parker’s famed red-and-blue getup, the first film-used suit donned by Maguire to be offered up via Propstore, is a rather rare collector’s item, and pre-sales estimates have it hammering down for anywhere from $100,000 to $200,000.
Maguire’s garb is believed to have been heavily used while filming both movies, whether the actor’s Spider-Man was battling Sandman or the New Goblin. Frontline Design, aided by Academy Award-winning costumer designer James Acheson, was tapped to bring the creation to life. As such, the iteration Maguire donned in Spider-Man 2 is different from the earlier film: This time around, the suit has a darker blue fabric, bigger eyes, and a larger chest moniker, among other details. Made of a gray foam latex and a red latex, the costume also has an gusseted interior lining and zippers hidden along its sides and lower back.
A closer look at the iconic suit.
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Plenty of other top lots from iconic films are going under the hammer at the event, too, which is estimated to garner $10 million in sales thanks to its over 1,000 lots of cinematic memorabilia. One lucky Star Wars fan will be able to snag the piece of a lifetime; Darth Vader’s lightsaber, seen in climactic battles in both The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Judi, will be up for grabs, expected to fetch a whopping $1 million to $3 million. Michael Keaton’s Batsuit from the 1989 Batman flick is also on the block, set to fetch somewhere between $250,000 and $500,000. And, in an offering from a more rugged hero, Harrison Ford’s bullwhip, belt, and whip holster (the only complete set to ever be offered at auction) from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is estimated to hammer down for between $250,000 and $500,000.
Maguire’s suit joins over a 1,000 other pieces of famed film memorabilia at auction.
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“Propstore has assembled one of the most impressive selections of authentic props and costumes ever brought to market—pieces of genuine cultural history that continue to inspire awe decades after their debut,” Brandon Alinger, the auction house’s COO, said in a statement. “Whether it’s the craftsmanship of an original Batsuit, the power of a Star Wars lightsaber, each item tells a story. We’re proud to offer this exceptional collection and to give collectors and fans a rare opportunity to claim a tangible piece of the films and shows that shaped our imaginations.”
The Entertainment Memorabilia Live auction will (you guessed it) happen live in Los Angeles from September 4 to 6. Make sure to cast your bids wisely; after all, with great power comes great responsibility.
