763. Screen-used full-scale animatronic male Velociraptor from Jurassic Park III. (Universal, 2001) Built of foam latex, carbon fiber, aluminum, steel, elastic webbing, epoxy and rubber, this Raptor is an improvement over its predecessor in that it is hydraulically powered, and all the valves and driving elements are internally mounted. The previous Raptor puppets had all their valves and electronics outside the figure or were men in suits or cable-controlled puppets. The valves and manifolds that feed the fluid power to the cylinders are still in place. The foam skin had deteriorated and the figure drifted to the lowest pose, but the power and design elements seen within are wonderful examples of animatronic technology at its best. Measures 53 in. tall (on base) x 12 ft. long.
Profiles in History is pleased to present its third and final offering of 35 original screen-used visual effects creatures and puppets of some of the most iconic characters ever created for film. These impressive pieces were assembled over many years by a single private collector who has now decided to pass these treasures on to new caretakers.

Many of you will recognize these characters as original creations of the artists at the Academy Award-winning effects house Stan Winston Studio, and each piece is accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from the Stan Winston Studio. Bidders please note: the consignor will be donating a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each piece to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

This incredible collection represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire some of the most important visual effects pieces ever created for modern cinema, each of which pushed the boundaries of film technology to new heights while simultaneously bringing new and exciting characters to life on the silver screen.

IN MEMORY OF STAN WINSTON, 1946-2008 $60000 - $80000