Julien’s Auctions and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) proudly present an unprecedented opportunity to journey through the mind and imagination of one of cinema’s most visionary storytellers, David Lynch.
The iconic director died January 16, 2025, and now fans have the chance to bid on pieces of his legacy. The David Lynch Collection auction will be held on Wednesday, June 18 at 10:00 AM PST, but online bidding on items has already begun.
What items are up for auction in “The David Lynch Collection”?
Now, for the first time, over 450 rare and personal items from Lynch’s home, studio, and creative archive are being revealed in a one-of-a-kind auction. This isn’t just a collection. It’s a portal into the surreal, haunting, and often beautiful world he brought to life on screen.
Step into the strange and wonderful world of David Lynch, a visionary who reshaped the language of cinema with works like Eraserhead, Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, Mulholland Drive, Lost Highway, The Elephant Man, Inland Empire, Wild at Heart, The Straight Story, Dune, and beyond.
From the very chair he directed from, to handwritten notes, props, paintings, photographs, and personal belongings that inspired his iconic stories, each artifact offers a tangible connection to the mind behind the mystery. This auction is more than a sale. It’s an invitation to peek behind the red curtain and explore the vast, layered dreamscape of a true original. Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a curious collector, or simply drawn to the mysteries of the Lynchian universe, this is your chance to own a piece of the dream. You’ll also find objects that reflect both the discipline and dreamlike intensity of his creative life.
Inside the collection, you’ll find:
- Paint-splattered tools and brushes from his home art studio
- Handmade furniture (Yes, Lynch designed and built furniture. And yes, it’s as cool and curious as you’d expect.)
- Odd and wonderful instruments and audio gear from his home sound lab
- Props, memorabilia, and mysterious mementos from his many filmed dreamscapes
- And a small army of coffee machines and mugs (Because David Lynch and coffee were basically soulmates, and no one should ever be more than 15 steps from a damn good cup of coffee!)
How to Bid on the Auction
There are four ways to bid in live auctions:
- Bid with Julien’s Auctions online in real time.
- Bid over the telephone with an auction house representative.
- Bid in person in the room at auction events.
- Bid in advance by absentee bid, online, or in writing.
You can register to bid on Julien’s Auctions website here.
📆 When: Now until June 18, 2025