Crypt Keeper haunted house miniature...

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Crypt Keeper haunted house miniature 909. Screen-used "Crypt Keeper" haunted house miniature from Tales from the Crypt. (HBO-TV, 1989-96) This incredibly impressive filming miniature house with ornate metal gate was crafted by the artisans at Boss Film Studios for the opening main title sequence for all 93 episode of this popular HBO horror series. Constructed of wood, foam core, resin and metal, the house measures approx. 63 in. wide x 62 in. deep x 78 in. tall (the tallest spire of the roof is removable measuring 20 in., hence chipping heigh approx. 58 in.). The "stone" walls measure 35 in. long (short side) and 56 in. long (long side) and each stand 11 in. tall. The metal gate measures 10 in. wide x 9 in. tall. A phenomenal piece from this cult horror series. Comes with a signed LOA from visual effects wizard, Richard Edlund, who was head of Boss Film Studios and credited as the producer of the opening sequence. $10,000 - $12,000

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