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
each boot inscribed in pen to the inside 'HANDO', together with a colour printed photograph of Russell Crowe as the character, 'Hando', signed by Russell Crowe
Accompanied by a letter from Russell Crowe stating his ownership.
- Lot Sold $10,000 (Hammer Price)
- $12,200 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Provenance
Mr Russell Crowe, Sydney
The boots still have traces of sand remaining from the penultimate scene in the film, where Hando is killed during a fight with 'Davey' (Daniel Pollock), and 'Gabe' (Jacqueline McKenzie), which took place on a beach location beside a back drop of rolling surf and cliffs.
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