Iconic movie posters including James Bond to fetch thousands at auction

A rare collection of nearly 100 vintage movie posters—featuring James Bond, The Beatles and other classics—will go under the hammer at Ewbanks in Guildford, Surrey, on Oct. 8. The buyer is seeking an estimate of $46,620 overall, with the top lots being British Quad posters, the large 30 x 40 inch display sheets used outside cinemas. The highlight is a coveted design for the first Bond film, Dr. No (1962), with artwork by Mitchell Hooks, estimated to fetch between $6,660 and $10,650. Other expected Bond sales include From Russia With Love ($3,995-$6,660) and Thunderball ($2,660-$3,995). The sale also includes posters for Planet of the Apes, Cool Hand Luke, Grand Prix, Carry On Screaming, and The Fall of the House of Usher, plus Beatles’ Help! ($930-$1,330) and Lawrence of Arabia ($665-$1,065).