Julien's Auctions, the auction house to the stars, announces the Property from the Estate of Dom DeLuise auction to take place at Julien's Auctions Beverly Hills gallery on June 26-27, 2015 during the highly anticipated Hollywood LEGENDS auction. The collection includes memorabilia, costumes, jewelry, a vast collection of fine art and furnishings from the famous actor, comedian and author who was loved by legions of fans worldwide. The auction will also feature items from his wife, Carol ARTHUR DeLuise and his sons Peter, Michael, and David DeLuise.
Original Noel Coward Seascape Oil on CanvasDom DeLuise was a New York stage trained actor and stellar comedian loved by many. He was featured in some of Hollywood's most popular and comedic motion pictures and television shows. He first found wide fame during his collaborations with Mel Brooks and his enduring cinematic and personal friendship with Burt Reynolds. Some of his most memorable films include "Silent Movie," "History of the World Part I" and "Blazing Saddles." He even supplied THE VOICE for the character of Pizza the Hutt in the cult comedy hit "Spaceballs." In his varied career he also lent his voice to numerous animated characters, wrote a number of children's books, and became a CELEBRATED chef with three cookbooks to his name. This auction features selected items from all phases of his career and throughout his life. Original prop and costumeAfter meeting his wife Carol performing at summer theatre on the Eastern Seaboard in the mid-1960s, the couple collected and maintained fascinating art which they displayed in their family home. Regional artists represented include ARTHUR Long, Anne Wyeth McCoy, Claude Dern, and Dennis Park. Ara Dona, an artist supported by the DeLuises in his early career, is represented by numerous works in the auction. A highlight is his portrait of DeLuise (Estimate: $4,000-$6,000). Other featured fine art includes a seascape by Noel Coward (Estimate: $6,000-$8,000), a Hirschfeld original pen and ink portrait of DeLuise (Estimate: $6,000-$8,000) and a large painting by Scottish artist Alexander Goudie (Estimate: $3,000-$5,000). Dom's wife Carol and his son Michael DeLuise also have several fine pieces of art featured in the auction (Various Estimates range: $800-$1,200).Placing bids;
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