The Edgar Bug alien costume from the original Men in Black movie could make up to $40,000 in a sale of work from Rick Baker's Cinovation studio.
The collection will cross the block at the Prop Store in Los Angeles on May 29.
Rick Baker designed costumes for the Men in Black movies |
Baker's groundbreaking costumes feature in some of the biggest blockbusters of the past 30 years. He was also responsible for the special effects in Michael Jackson's Thriller.
Brandon Alinger, a spokesperson for the Prop Store, commented: "We are delighted to offer a no reserve live auction of over 400 items direct from Rick Baker's Cinovation studio to the public.
"Baker's career needs no introduction and it's been an honor to work with him to prepare this sale, which spans his 30-plus years in the business.
"The Rick Baker auction is an exciting opportunity for collectors and fans of the make-up artist to have a chance to take home some of the brilliant creations from their favorite films."
Other lots in the sale include Jim Carrey's Grinch costume from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, which carries an estimate of $8,000.
Click here to take a look at our striking selection of movie memorabilia.
Please sign up to our free newsletter to receive exciting news about movie memorabilia auctions.