#prototype prop

THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982)

Lot #719 - SkekZok the Ritual Master's Decorative Staff Topper Prototype - Sold on Propstore.com

"SkekZok the Ritual Master's decorative staff topper prototype from Jim Henson's and Frank Oz's fantasy adventure film The Dark Crystal. Ritual Master skekZok features several crescent moon motifs throughout his ensemble.

Derived from Brian Fround's concept art but ultimately unused, this topper prototype is painted to resemble gray metal with a green patina, featuring a textured scale-like finish, inlaid red faux crystal eyes, a claw holding a faux indigo translucent faux crystal, and yellow resin talons. It is mounted to a black painted wood base. The topper exhibits light scratching and minor chipping. Dimensions: 4.5" x 3" x 7" (11.5 cm x 7.75 cm x 18 cm)"

Lot # 833 : THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982) - Skeksis Dagger Prototype - Sold on Propstore.com

"A Skeksis dagger prototype from Jim Henson's and Frank Oz's fantasy adventure film The Dark Crystal. The Skeksis concealed daggers within their robes, including SkekZok (Jerry Nelson), who stabbed Kira (Kathryn Mullen).

This resin dagger was originally created as a prototype for the stabbing scene, but is believed to have instead been used as a background piece on a Skeksis costume. It features a bone-like handle with a black faux stone, a silver-colour blade, and decorative patterns engraved throughout. The dagger exhibits scuffing, paint chipping, bending, and a large crack on the tip. Dimensions: 29.25 cm x 7 cm x 4.5 cm (11.5" x 2.75" x 1.75")"