Two classic horror movie posters owned by the late critic Alan Frank are set to go under the hammer.
The two bits of art are from Frankenstein films.
They are due to fetch £9,000 at auction.
The critic passed away last May, aged 86, as reported by What’s The Jam.
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The posters are among the lots being sold by Ewbank’s, in Woking, Surrey on 30 May.
The artwork was thought to have not been in existence anymore until they were found in his collection after his death.
A spokesperson said: “He was the doyen of celluloid terror, writing books like The Horror Film Handbook and Horror Movies, Monsters and Vampires.
“Now original horror film poster artwork from the collection of the late film critic Alan Frank comes to auction.
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“ These are not just any pieces of artwork, and they are expected to take thousands of pounds in the Entertainment & Memorabilia auction.
“Created by two of the most celebrated film poster artists of the 20th century, Tom Chantrell who designed the iconic posters for Star Wars.
“And Bill Wiggins, known for his 007 James Bond designs, as well as Hammer Horror films among others, these are classics of the genre and a must-have for any serious collector.
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“It had been thought that this original artwork had not survived.”
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