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Bogart and Bacall: Bonhams Sells Outstanding Collection of Hollywood's Star Couple: Clothing and film scripts from a collection of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall memorabilia are amongst items relating to the icons of stage and screen in Bonhams' Entertainment Memorabilia sale on 16th December. (6th December 2009) click for more

FAO Madame Alexander 2009 Christmas Wendy Doll & Bear: This years FAO Madame Alexander exclusive pairs Wendy in her blue and gold Holiday dress with a miniature version of the annual bear in a coordinating dress coat. (5th December 2009) click for more

Wade Betty Boop Christmas Cheer: This years Wade Betty Boop is entitled 'Christmas Cheer'. Special Edition of 500. Available from C&S Collectables . (4th December 2009) click for more

Pure Sixties. Pure Bailey: A selling exhibition of David Bailey's iconic images of the 1960s - the 50th anniversary of a decade that changed our cultural history - will be hosted by Bonhams in New Bond Street. (3rd December 2009) click for more

Ho Ho Ho from Adam Binder: This year's Christmas piece from Adam Binder is 'Ho Ho Ho'. It features four naughty mice dressing up as Santa. (2nd December 2009) click for more

Maxwell the Harrods Chritsmas Bear 2009: 2009 sees the newest Harrod's Christmas bear ‘Maxwell’ join the twenty-four strong hug of furry friends. Made with a super soft caramel coat he has warm chocolate brown eyes and is snugly wrapped up in a cherry red hooded jumper which has embroidered Christmassy items such as a festive tree, gingerbread man and Christmas pudding around the bottom.(30th November 2009) click for more

Doctor Who Costumes at Auction: Amongst lots at the Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia sale on 16th December are several costumes from the classic British sci-fi series, 'Dr. Who'. These include a Tetrap costume, which stands over six feet tall. (29th November 2009) click for more

Michael Jackson's trademark black fedora and loafers: Michael Jackson memorabilia features amongst lots at the Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia. These include Michael Jackson's trademark black fedora and loafers worn by Michael for the September 2001 concerts at Madison Square Garden to mark the 30th anniversary of his solo career. The shoes are signed and inscribed. Offered together, they are expected to fetch £10,000 - 12,000.(28th November 2009) click for more

Unusual Beatles Items Including Abbey Road Crossing Stud & Tarmac: The world of pop and rock memorabilia continues to be dominated by The Beatles. One of the more unusual items in the auction is a metal stud and piece of white-painted tarmac from the famous Abbey Road crossing. These were rescued from destruction in 1994 when this London landmark was resurfaced. (Estimate £800 – 1,000). (27th November 2009) click for more

Rare Jimi Hendrix Police Document: Jimi Hendrix fans will be interested to see an unusual document amongst the lots at the Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia sale on 16th December. (26th November 2009) click for more

First Day Fest from Harmony Kingdom: Harmony Kingdom's "First Day Fest" is a perfect collectible for Christmas and should be with local Harmony Kingdom dealers now. (25th November 2009) click for more

The Willard S Folsom Collection of Old and Rare Single Malt Whiskies: The Willard S Folsom Collection of Old and Rare Single Malt Whiskies will go under the hammer at Bonhams Edinburgh. (10th October 2009) click for more

Swarovski's Halloween Mo: Halloween Mo - Presenting the sweet side of scary. Swarovski have introduced a very special Halloween Mo in its Lovlots Collection. (9th October 2009) click for more

Boo from Adam Binder Editions: Adam Binders 2009 Halloween release is the wonderful 'Boo'. The piece features three naughty mice standing on each others shoulders dressed up as a ghost. The ghost costume fits over the mice showing a few body parts through gaps in the sheet. (8th October 2009) click for more

Sports Legends Warmed by Olympic Torch: Martin Johnson's Boots From World Cup Win In Sydney, Joe Louis And Muhammad Ali's Gloves, And Hungarian Soccer Genius Puskas Jersey and more. (7th October 2009) click for more

Megga Mego Auction: The TV and Film related section of the 26 August Vectis sale consists of 200 lots consisting entirely of Licensed items, figures, vehicles and play-sets, all carded and boxed and are in Mint in their original packaging, mainly ex-shop and unplayed with condition. (7th August 2009) click for more

Classy Corgis at Vectis: The upcoming Vectis sale on the 18th August features some of the best Corgi Toys Vectis the company has offered in one sale for quite some time. (5th August 2009) click for more

The Heart and Soul of a Collector The JZ Knight Collection: Bonhams & Butterfields is pleased to announce the September 27, 2009 auction of The JZ Knight Collection. Amassed over a decade, the Collection will feature eclectic and unique examples of period furniture, decorative arts, carpets and paintings from the 17th through 20th centuries with a particular focus on European and American elegance. (2nd August 2009) click for more

Cars Once Owned By Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Clark Gable, Al Capone and `Hopalong Cassidy' For Sale At Bonhams Auction in Carmel, California: A consignment of 14 vehicles with impeccable Hollywood credentials, from the collection of the late Sidney Craig and his wife, Jenny Craig, will be sold by Bonhams at Quail Lodge in Carmel, California, on August 14th. (31st July 2009) click for more

Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store presents Fashion Photography by Morten Bjarnhof: The Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store at Amagertorv in Copenhagen presents an eye-catching exhibition of Fashion Photography by the internationally renowned Photographer Morten Bjarnhof set in a graphic landscape of Royal Copenhagen’s black and white hand-painted porcelain to mark Copenhagen Fashion Week. (30th July 2009) click for more

Wade Burgundy Dress Princess Whimsie: Released at this years Wade Fest and available in limited numbers is the Wade Burgundy Dress Princess Whimsie from C&S Collectables. (29th July 2009) click for more

Wade Fantasy Betty Boop: Now available is the Fantastic Wade Fantasy Betty Boop. She is being produced in a Limited Edition of 750 and is available from C&S Collectables. (11th July 2009) click for more

Batman Black And White: Batman By Marshall Rogers Statue: DC Direct have announced the release of a Limited Edition Batman Black And White statue based on the art of Marshall Rogers and sculpted by Ray Villafane. The statue retails at $80 and is set for release on February 17, 2010. (10th July 2009) click for more

Batman: Black And White: The Penguin By Brian Bolland Statue: Released this month from DC Direct is the Penguin Black and White statue created from the artwork of Brian Bolland. The figutes pose is taken from an actual frame of Batman Black and White Volume 1. The statue retails at $75. (2nd July 2009) click for more

Calling All Pop Legends And Rock Gods: July at Christie’s South Kensington pays homage to the idols of rock and pop; from Brian Jones to Jimi Hendrix, Lennon and McCartney and the Stone Roses to Oasis, this sale is essential viewing for all music enthusiasts bringing together the greats from the last fifty years of Rock ‘n’ Roll.. (18th June 2009) click for more

Tinker Bell And Peter Pan Fly To Neverland by Thomas Kinkade: Available from June is the Tinker Bell And Peter Pan Fly To Neverland picture by Thomas Kinkade. The picture is inspired by the Disney feature film Peter Pan and follows on from Thomas Kinkade's previous Disney pictures based on the Disney archives. (18th June 2009) click for more

Beatles Memorabilia On-Song: The Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Sale, held in Knightsbridge on Tuesday 16 June included a number of interesting Beatles collectables and memorabilia. (17th June 2009) click for more

Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Sale: It's An All-Star Line Up!: When it comes to drumming up interest in an auction, there’s no business like show business. Bonhams has unveiled a stellar list of lots for its forthcoming Entertainment Memorabilia Sale, to be held in Knightsbridge on Tuesday 16 June.(15th June 2009) click for more

Lowry's Painting Of Wuthering Heights For Sale At Bonhams: L.S. Lowry’s painting of the village that inspired Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights will go under the hammer on 1st July at Bonhams New Bond Street Sale of 20th Century British Art estimated at up to £180,000.(14th June 2009) click for more

The Big Apple from Adam Binder: Adam Binder has added 'The Big Apple' to his Netsuke Series. The model features Frogs and Mice enjoying a Big Apple. The edition of 250 features 125 Yellow and 125 Green.(11th May 2009) click for more

Pinocchio Wishes Upon A Star by Thomas Kinkade: Available from February is the Pinocchio Wishes Upon A Star picture by Thomas Kinkade. The picture is inspired by the Disney feature film Pinocchio and follows on from Snow White Discovers the Cottage which was released in August 2008. (14th February 2009) click for more

Charisma announces the recent retirement of Marie Osmond dolls: Charisma has announced the recent retirement of Marie Osmond dolls. (12th February 2009) click for more

Outstanding Rock ‘N’ Roll Memorabilia featuring Beatles, Buddy Holly, Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix And More: Memorabilia from some of the greatest acts in rock ‘n’ roll history – the Beatles, Buddy Holly, the Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix and others – will be sold at an auction slated for Sunday, Mar. 1, by Philip Weiss Auctions. The Buddy Holly items are timely, as the 50th anniversary of the singer’s death in a tragic plane crash in 1959 (known as “the day the music died”) is February 9th. (5th February 2009) click for more

Auction Record Price for Edgar Degas Sculpture at Sotheby’s: Sotheby’s sale of Impressionist & Modern Art at Sotheby’s in London saw 22 works realise a total of £32,564,300 ($46,238,050). The sale was 75.9% sold by lot and 67.7% sold by value and it saw two works command prices in excess of £5 million, and six for more than £1 million. (4th February 2009) click for more

American Girl's New 2009 Girl of the Year Tackles Bullying: To bring awareness to the devastating effects of bullying and to give girls the skills to stand strong and speak out against it, American Girl is proud to introduce Chrissa™, 2009 Girl of the Year®. A friendly, creative girl who finds the courage to stand up for herself and for others, Chrissa will launch on January 1 with two books, an 18-inch Chrissa doll, accessories, and two 18-inch friend dolls. (1st January 2009) click for more

Roy Rogers Collection for Auction: An outstanding Roy Rogers collection will be auctioned on January 10. The collection is owned by James and Nora Hood from Taneytown, Maryland. The Hoods have collected Roy Rogers items for many years. (28th December 2008) click for more

Royal Copenhagen’s Easter eggs are a sign of spring: All who are enchanted by the delicate Easter eggs from Royal Copenhagen have something to look forward to. Keeping up the tradition of evocative Easter decorations, Royal Copenhagen’s floral designs welcome the spring and the sunshine. (21st December 2008) click for more

Unique pieces from Royal Copenhagen: It is now possible to buy rare and unique art pieces made by some of the most highly respected artists in Denmark in collaboration with Royal Copenhagen. (15th December 2008) click for more

Ty Xmas Introductions: It always feels like Christmas is coming when Ty start releasing their Xmas Beanies. Just released are Snowbank the Penguin and Howlidays. (17th November 2008) click for more

Elvis Presley Beanie Babies: Are You Lonesome for Beanie Babies. Ty have released a number of Elvis Presley specials including: Blue Beanie Shoes, Beanie House Rock and Bearning Love. (3rd November 2008) click for more

American Girl Says Farewell To Samantha Parkington™: American Girl officially announced plans today to say farewell to Samantha Parkington, one of the company’s original historical characters introduced in 1986. Samantha’s complete product collection, including her best friend Nellie™, will soon be removed from American Girl’s catalogue, Web site, and retail stores and placed in the American Girl Archives™. (13th October 2008) click for more

Christmas in New York by Thomas Kinkade: Now available from Thomas Kinkade is the fabulous Christmas in New York featuring the famous Christmas tree in the Rockeller Center. (26th September 2008) click for more

It's A Beanie Halloween: Ty have released a number of Halloween specials in their toy rages including these three new Beanie Babies: Trickster the Bear, Treator the Bear and Vanish the Ghost. (16th September 2008) click for more

Sport Relief Charity Sale At Bonhams: Top artists, Sir Peter Blake, Jack Vettriano, Stella Vine, Gerald Scarfe and Rankin have created portraits of British sporting stars to help raise money for the charity, Sport Relief. (12th September 2008) click for more