This years opening adventure for Perter Capaldi’s Doctor has been a feast for fans of all generations of Doctor Who.
As well as brining back Davros from the Tenth Doctor era, several Daleks hailing from as far back as 1963 have been gracing our television screens on a Saturday early evening - just as they did over 50 years ago.
As is usual for the BBC they have issued a collection of publicity images to promote the episode, but one in particular is a stand out favourite for me.
Peter Capalai is a big fan of the series, so for him getting face to face with Daleks of a certain generation is a great thrill, and you can see it in this picture.
So, after a number of lack-lustre auctions, it finally looks like Bonhams has a genuine challenger to their Entertainment Memorabilia sales.
PropStore.com have been selling high-end props and costumes for sometime now, including the occasional Doctor Who piece.
But this month they are holding a live auction at the BFI IMAX cinema in Waterloo - for all intents and purposes a Bonhams style auction.
there‘s some amazing stuff on offer, from Mr Spock’s costume from classic Star Trek, to costumes from Back To The Future, the Alien and Star Wars films.
And unlike the last couple of years of Bonhams auctions, there are is a good spread of quality items on offer to attract the interest of the dedicated Doctor Who fans out there.
Here are just the lots relating to
the First Doctor
Lot 112 Dalek and Production-Used Shooting Script
A Dalek and production-used shooting script from Doctor Who: An Adventure in Space and Time. Nicknamed “Paul,” this creature was one of four used for the recreation of their first appearance on Doctor Who.
The Dalek is made of wood with metal skirt components and features interior seating for the operator and an array of wood, metal and resin dress-up components for the operable gun stick, plunger arm and the dome assembly. Lights in the dome, powered by a 12v battery, light up when the operator speaks. The monster is finished in grey, blue and faux-silver paint.
It is accompanied by a production-used shooting script and an “owner's workshop manual” detailing the use of the Dalek on the production. Displaying wear to the fender, skirt and paint finish from use and time spent in storage. The piece remains in very good condition. Dimensions: 160 cm x 85 cm x 160 cm (63” x 33 ½” x 63”)
As this item contains electronic components, every effort has been made to describe them accurately; however no guarantee or warranty is made as to functionality, lifespan or safety of those components. It is entirely incumbent on the new owner to satisfy themselves as to their safe use and maintenance.
Estimate £4,000-6,000 Sold for £4,000
Lot 113 Dalek
A Dalek from Doctor Who: An Adventure in Space and Time. Nicknamed “Dave” on set, this creature was one of four used for the recreation of their first appearance on Doctor Who.
The Dalek is made of wood with metal skirt components and features interior seating for the operator and an array of wood, metal and resin dress-up components for the operable gun stick, plunger arm and the dome assembly. Lights in the dome and the eye stalk are powered by a 12v battery. Full controls for the creature are situated throughout the interior “cabin.” The creature is finished in grey, blue and faux-silver paint.
Displaying some wear to the fender, skirt and paint finish from use and time spent in storage. The Dalek remains in very good condition. Dimensions: 160 cm x 85 cm x 160 cm (63” x 33 ½” x 63”)
As this item contains electronic components, every effort has been made to describe them accurately; however no guarantee or warranty is made as to functionality, lifespan or safety of those components. It is entirely incumbent on the new owner to satisfy themselves as to their safe use and maintenance.
Estimate £4,000-6,000 Sold for £4,500
You can see my photos from when I visited the auction preview here
I spotted this super item on eBay this month. It hails from the glory days of Dalekmania and is now super rare to find, especially in this complete form.
One of the hardest items of Doctor Who merchandise to get hold of.
Produced in 1965. It is NOT immaculate but it is in very good condition, particularly when you consider it's a child's toy that's now 50 years old.
The box lid is not tatty at all, but very good. Some minor scuffing and one upright (the corner bit) has been repaired. Very little creasing. Impressive!
The base of the box is less good: some warping and discolouration, and the uprights on the corners have all been repaired.
Projector is in good condition. I don't know if it still works; as it's just a glorified torch, it should be easy enough to get going.
The tray for the slides and projector is very good.
THE SLIDES ARE COMPLETE. Each strip tells a story. They're good, but they're not mint: some creasing and wear to the card that holds the transparencies.
You will be pleased to hear that the Daleks have perfected a machine called the Earthman Detector, and that it malfunctions because a cat gets in the way. Also, the Zomites are intelligent insects from the planet Skaro, which attack Dr Who and his chums.
The stories, alas, are execrable.
Please note: this has been described in full and in good faith. Buyers of high value items can sometimes be disappointed that their items are not in mint condition. It is in the condition described: no better, no worse.
This years opening adventure for Perter Capaldi’s Doctor has been a feast for fans of all generations of Doctor Who.
