Iconic Hollywood props including Citizen Kane's sled go up for auction

In Beverly Hills, California, a significant auction is set to occur from July 15-19, 2025, organized by Heritage Auctions. This auction features some of the most iconic props from cinematic history, including the Rosebud sled from Orson Welles's 1941 film, Citizen Kane, a whip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and Macaulay Culkin’s snow cap worn in Home Alone. The Rosebud sled, long considered lost, is one of only three known surviving props, discovered by director Joe Dante in 1984 on the former RKO Pictures lot. Originally given to Prince Charles, the Indiana Jones whip later became a cherished item of Princess Diana, further emphasizing the intertwined nature of Hollywood memorabilia and real historical figures. Additionally, the auction includes notable sci-fi artifacts such as a filming miniature of Luke Skywalker’s X-wing from The Empire Strikes Back, along with lightsabers from the prequel trilogy featuring characters Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker. The wide-ranging collection aims to attract the attention of both collectors and movie enthusiasts alike, highlighting how these artifacts serve as remnants of Hollywood’s most revered legacies. Executive Vice President of Heritage Auctions, Joe Maddalena, stated that these items are more than just props; they are “mythical objects” that tell the stories of Hollywood's greatest moments. Also included in the auction are costumes and vehicles, such as the blue velvet suit worn by Mike Myers in Goldmember and a Citroën 2CV driven by Roger Moore as James Bond in For Your Eyes Only. The auction represents a unique opportunity to own items that have not only played significant roles in their respective films but have also shaped popular culture. The excitement surrounding this auction reflects the enduring fascination with cinematic history and the objects that have come to symbolize that nostalgia. By presenting a collection that encapsulates both the thrill of the movies and their impacts on society, Heritage Auctions aims to bridge the gap between film fans and the history of the art form itself, demonstrating how every item has its own story to share with the world.