суббота, 29 декабря 2012 г.

Some Basic Advice When Looking For Movie Props For Sale

By Clinton Geiser


Wanting to buy movie props for sale is the mark of the true film obsessive. Simply seeing a film is not enough for someone with this level of obsession, they need to own a piece of the film's history and back story too. Newcomers to the market should be careful and follow a few simple steps when looking to buy Hollywood movie props though.

Movie props is actually a shortened form of film properties. This how objects used and handled by the actors in a film are usually referred to, and a massive range of items is covered by the term. Those items which feature in films but are not handled by actors do not usually come under the definition of properties, but are instead called 'screen decorations'.

Some movie memorabilia props which are available on the wider market are not strictly speaking properties at all, but are replicas of items used on screen. These rarely have any worth at all beyond their basic appeal as looking like items from a film. It is vital to never confuse replicas with real items as this can lead to massive financial losses.

Properties come from a variety of sources, with the sourcing of correct items often a time-consuming task for the person involved. Some props come from studio stockpiles, with every studio keeping a wide variety in stock. Others come from antique stores, especially in the case of period stories, while others can be specifically made by specialists on set.

The most important step to take when looking to buy this kind of memorabilia is to go to a supplier with a good reputation. The person involved should be a dealer authorised by a studio, a private dealer who is also a collector themselves and enjoys a good reputation, or from someone who is directly involved in the film industry and can be trusted. This way, concerns about the authenticity of items can be minimised.

Another way of easing concerns about the authenticity of items is to check the Certificate of Authenticity that might be attached to the item. While not a foolproof measure, this should allow you to assess the seller's credentials more accurately. Always be aware that certificates can be forged though, so check carefully, and look for something which has been authenticated by a studio.

Finding movie props for sale is not usually too difficult, especially in the age of the internet. It is always essential to check their authenticity though. Buying from dealers who will accept returns is often a good way of adding peace of mind.




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