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PLANET OF THE APES ORIGINAL CRUCIFIED APE COSTUME |
Updated: March 27, 2005
Crucified gorilla figure from Beneath the Planet of the
Apes. (TCF, 1970) This crucified gorilla figure, famously
featured in a mutant-induced vision in Beneath the Planet
of the Apes, is the only existing life-sized ape figure
ever made for the original classic movie series. The figure
is in near-mint condition, and was originally given away at
an automobile trade show in 1970. It was then on display at
a car dealership in Minnesota for 30 years before it was
re-discovered and mounted on this stunning custom display.
The head is a foam-filled master pull of a Gorilla background
mask. Because it was originally foamed in one solid piece,
there has been virtually no deterioration, making this the
finest example likely to be found of an original Apes
background mask, married to a one-of-a-kind gorilla body and
mounted on a remarkably accurate base.
(*) Photos & info courtsey of Profiles in History!
Value: $12,000 - $15,000
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