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Russell Crowe: The Art of Divorce
AU0822 | 7 April 2018 | Sydney | 6 pm
Russell Crowe
CHARLES BLACKMAN, born 1928, The Suitor (1960). Sold for $439,200 April 2018. (c) Charles Blackman. Licenced by Viscopy, 2018
Rolex A fine gold automatic chronograph wristwatch with registers and bracelet ref 16528 no 149099 Cosmograph Daytona late 1990s. Sold for $48,800 April 2018
The stunt cuirass worn by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Maximus', in the film, Gladiator (2000). Sold for $156,250 April 2018
Sale Number: AU0822
Russell Crowe: The Art of Divorce
On 7 April 2018, Sotheby’s Australia auctioned the private collection of actor, film producer, director and musician, Russell Crowe. The sale included an important collection of Australian art, decorative arts, watches and jewellery, together with music and sporting memorabilia, and costumes, props, musical instruments and items from Crowe’s extensive and diverse career in film and music. Consisting of 226 items, the sale realised over $3.7 million with 144.5% sold by value.
CONTACT INFORMATION +
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 | Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Geoffrey Smith |  | Gary SingerChief Executive Officer Australian & International ArtMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Gary Singer |
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 | Guy CairnduffHead Arts & DesignMelbourne | Sydney T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Guy Cairnduff | | Anthony HurlConsultant Specialist Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
 | Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International Art |  | Brett BallardSenior Specialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
| | Hamish SharmaHead Jewels | | Patricia KontosSenior Specialist JewelsMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Patricia Kontos |
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 | John KeatsSenior Executive Office T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: John Keats | | Olivia JiaAdministrator Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Olivia Jia |
 | Liza HallamAdministrator Australian & International ArtMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Liza Hallam | | Tabitha DavisonAdministrator JewelsSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Tabitha Davison |
Auction Results & Details
Sale Total: $3,731,553 including buyer's premiumEXHIBITION TIMES +
EXHIBITION
SYDNEY | CARRIAGEWORKS, 245 WILSON STREET, EVELEIGH
WED. 4 APR 18 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
THU. 5 APR 18 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
FRI. 6 APR 18 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
SAT. 7 APR 18 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
1 A collection of props and costume items used by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Andy', in the film, Proof (1991) Estimate $800 - $1,200 Lot Sold: $793 (including buyer's premium)
2 A pair of maroon leather Doc Martens boots, worn by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Hando,' in the film, Romper Stomper (1992) Estimate $10,000 - $15,000 Lot Sold: $12,200 (including buyer's premium)
3 A pair of moleskin pants and a full-length leather coat, worn by Russell Crowe as the character, 'The Man', in the film, The Silver Brumby (1994) Estimate $2,000 - $4,000 Lot Sold: $2,440 (including buyer's premium)
4 The cloth 'angel' doll used to decorate the Christmas tree in the film, The Sum of Us (1994), featuring Russell Crowe and Jack Thompson Estimate $400 - $600 Lot Sold: $1,464 (including buyer's premium)
5 A purple two-piece double-breasted suit, two shirts and a metal ring, worn by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Sid 6.7', in the film, Virtuosity (1995) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $1,830 (including buyer's premium)
6 A collection of ephemera relating to the film, LA Confidential (1997) Estimate $1,500 - $2,500 Lot Sold: $3,660 (including buyer's premium)
7 A pair of Bauer ice skates, used by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Sheriff John Biebe', in the film, Mystery Alaska (1999) Estimate $400 - $800 Lot Sold: $671 (including buyer's premium)
8 A 'Crowe 10' ice hockey sweater, signed by cast members from the film, Mystery Alaska (1999) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $2,440 (including buyer's premium)
9 Two 'Louisville Slugger' baseball bats given to Russell Crowe during the production of the film, The Insider (1999), signed by Al Pacino and other crew and cast members Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $5,124 (including buyer's premium)
10 The important stunt cuirass worn by Russell Crowe in the scene depicting the death of the character, 'Maximus', in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $20,000 - $30,000 Lot Sold: $152,500 (including buyer's premium)
11 A pair of black leather wrist cuffs worn by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Maximus', in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $39,040 (including buyer's premium)
12 A wooden training sword from the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $600 - $800 Lot Sold: $24,400 (including buyer's premium)
13 The aluminium prop sword and spare blade used by Russell Crowe in the filming of the tiger fight scene in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $3,000 - $4,000 Lot Sold: $85,400 (including buyer's premium)
14 Russell Crowe's set crew pass from the production of the film, Gladiator (2000), in Ouarzazate, Morocco in 1999 Estimate $200 - $500 Lot Sold: $3,172 (including buyer's premium)
15 Two General's Army leg wraps, used by Russell Crowe as the character, 'Maximus', in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $10,980 (including buyer's premium)
16 A life-size prop horse used in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $2,000 - $4,000 Lot Sold: $6,710 (including buyer's premium)
17 A fully functioning replica Roman chariot from the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $5,000 - $10,000 Lot Sold: $79,300 (including buyer's premium)
18 A life-size prop horse used in the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $2,000 - $4,000 Lot Sold: $6,710 (including buyer's premium)
19 A collection of fifteen posters from around the world, advertising the release of the film, Gladiator (2000) Estimate $500 - $1,000 Lot Sold: $1,708 (including buyer's premium)
20 A blue satin robe worn by Russell Crowe as the character 'James J. Braddock' in the film, Cinderella Man (2005) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $24,400 (including buyer's premium)
21 A pair of Everlast blue satin trunks worn by Russell Crowe as the character 'James J. Braddock' in the film, Cinderella Man (2005) Estimate $1,000 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $12,200 (including buyer's premium)
22 A pair of boxing boots worn by Russell Crowe as the character 'James J. Braddock' in the film, Cinderella Man (2005) Estimate $1,500 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $3,050 (including buyer's premium)
23 One of a limited number of 'stadium' jackets designed as a gift from Russell Crowe to the principle cast of the film, Cinderella Man (2005) Estimate $200 - $300 Lot Sold: $976 (including buyer's premium)
24 The Heavy Weight Champion Boxer of the World certificate presented to James J. Braddock by the National Boxing Association of America, dated 10th February 1937 Estimate $5,000 - $8,000 Lot Sold: $9,760 (including buyer's premium)
25 A brown leather boxer's protector used in the film, Cinderella Man (2005) Estimate $500 - $600 Lot Sold: $8,540 (including buyer's premium)