Hundreds of items from filmmaker David Lynch’s personal estate are being auctioned by Julien’s in Los Angeles, with online bidding already exceeding $56,000. The nearly 450 lots include movie props, musical gear, Polaroids, and more, spanning Lynch’s career. Top-performing items include his personalized director’s chair (bidding at $15,000), a red curtain from Twin Peaks ($2,750), a photo of a nuclear explosion from Twin Peaks: The Return ($6,000), a personal 35mm print of Eraserhead ($7,000), a vintage boomerang sofa ($4,500), and a signed Man Ray photograph ($3,500). The sale also features musical instruments from his home studio, such as a custom five-neck Ferrington guitar and a Roland synthesizer. The auction officially ends on June 18 and is held in collaboration with Turner Classic Movies.
This auction matters because it offers a rare, intimate glimpse into the personal and creative life of David Lynch, a visionary filmmaker and visual artist who died in January at age 78. The sale not only reflects the enduring cultural and commercial value of Lynch’s work—spanning film, television, music, and visual art—but also highlights the growing market for celebrity estate auctions. The collaboration with Turner Classic Movies underscores the crossover between art-world collecting and film history, making this event significant for both art and cinema enthusiasts.