LOS ANGELES, CA.- Propstore announced its upcoming Collectible Posters Auction, featuring an extraordinary collection of rare and highly sought-after film posters. Taking place March 7 – 8, 2025, this event offers collectors and film fans the opportunity to own a piece of cinematic history.
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From near-impossible-to-find vintage classics to contemporary designs that have cemented their iconic status, this event is sure to excite film buffs and memorabilia collectors alike.
Among some of the standout auction lots is an extraordinary DRACULA (1931) One Sheet estimated between $150,000 - $300,000 - this is a hauntingly beautiful piece of horror history, featuring Bela Lugosi’s piercing gaze and dramatic silhouette, as captivating today as it was nearly a century ago.
Another showstopper is the FRANKENSTEIN (1931) One Sheet, estimated at $125,000 - $250,000, this poster is a true “holy grail” for collectors, showcasing Boris Karloff’s iconic monster in a striking, unforgettable design that defined an era of horror.
Other notable lots include THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI (1920) One Sheet, estimated at $60,000 - $120,000, which is an eerie and visually stunning poster from one of history’s most influential silent films and a beautiful French Grande Poster from KING KONG (1933), estimated between $20,000 - $40,000.
Top lots to be sold at Propstore’s Collectible Posters Auction (with estimated sale prices) include:
• DRACULA (1931) One Sheet (Style F) est. $150,000 - $300,000
• FRANKENSTEIN (1931) One Sheet Poster est. $125,000 - $250,000
• THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI, (1920) One Sheet Poster (LB) est. $60,000 - $120,000
• M (1931) Pre-War German - (37.25" x 54”) est. $30,000 - $60,000
• THE DEVIL IS A WOMAN (1935) One Sheet Poster (Style B) (LB) est. $40,000 - $80,000
• THE CIRCUS (1928) Three Sheet (Style No.1) est. $30,000 - $60,000
• THE MASTER MYSTERY, (1918) One Sheet Poster est. $30,000 - $60,000
• CIMARRON (1931) One Sheet Poster (LB) est. $25,000 - $50,000
• DER HERR DER WELT (MASTER OF THE WORLD) (1934) German Poster (LB) 37.5" x 55.75" / Art by A.M. Cay est. $25,000 - $50,000
• KING KONG (1933) French Grande Poster (Full-Bleed Style A) (LB) est. $20,000 - $40,000
• M (1931) German Poster (LB) est. $20,000 - $40,000
• THE PETRIFIED FOREST (1936) Half Sheet (Style B) (LB) est. $20,000 - $40,000
• SUPERMAN (1941) One Sheet (LB) est. $20,000 - $40,000
• WHITE WOMAN (1933) Six Sheet (Style A) (LB) est. $12,000 - $24,000
• A CLOCKWORK ORANGE (1971) One Sheet / 27" x 42" / Linen-Backed / Art by David Pelham est. $15,000 - $30,000
• FLASH GORDON'S TRIP TO MARS (1938) One Sheet Poster (27" x 41") Folded est. $15,000 - $30,000
• KING KONG (1933) Insert est. $15,000 - $30,000
• LA DOLCE VITA (1960) Italian Four-Fogli (LB) est. $15,000 - $30,000
• PANDORA'S BOX (1929) Austrian Poster (Paper-Backed) est. $15,000 - $30,000
Over 900 rare and iconic posters will be available, offering a range of price points to accommodate both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts. Some of the most accessible lots in the auction include:
• THE GOONIES (1985) One Sheet Poster - (27.75" x 41" / Rolled / Linen Backed) est. $400 - $800
• ARMY OF DARKNESS (1992) Subway Poster - (60" x 46" / Rolled / Advance / Artist: Michael Hussar / Signed by Sam Raimi) est. $400 - $800
• FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980) One Sheet Poster - (27" x 41" / Folded / Artist: Alex Abel) est. $300 - $600
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