It's been a long time since I last posted, but I thought I would share this news item. The Mammoth Cave Wax Museum's figure's are being put up for auction on May 19th. The press release I received never actually mentions the museum by name, but a viewing of the auction items easily confirms where the figures are from.
One of a kind - Albert Einstein wax figure
and 70 others to sell at Auction in Ohio
May 19th 2012 11:00 AM EST.
This rarity was commissioned by Einstein to be created by Katherine Stubergh (the legendary wax sculptress of the stars) shortly after he came to America. This amazing work was done as a “Live Blast” which means that Mr. Einstein actually sat with Stubergh in her studio as she took a mold casting off of his face and created his likeness! This is the only one known to exist!
This once in a lifetime former wax museum collection includes 63 other works by Stubergh including Jean Harlow, Charlie Chaplin, Walt Disney and even a 13 piece full scale rendering of The Last Supper! This story is the perfect combination of the bygone era of Hollywood legends, roadside American attractions and the excitement of auction!
Charlie Chaplin
The Last Supper
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