Wired report that later this month an exemplary collection of screen-used film props, costumes, castings, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood memorabilia goes up for auction in London. I asked Brandon Alinger, one of the collectibles experts at Prop Store, which is running the auction, where all these goodies come from. "This is what we call our 'multi-consignor' sale," Alinger said in an email. "The pieces have been sourced from a variety of different places, including private collectors, studios and production companies, industry personnel, and rental houses." Alinger also says his team has thoroughly researched and authenticated each item—600 in total—so these gems are legit.
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