HOT TOYS prototypes, artist versions and dioramas on auction! (Bat Cave) BATMAN 1966, BATMAN 1989 and NOLAN tumbler as shown in 2016 at expo/con Japan

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Hello fellow addicts ^_^

i didn't find any info's on this topic here in the forums, so i thought i might give all the hardcore Batman collectors with (very) deep pockets a heads up on these beauties.

They come from the Batman 100% Hot Toys Exhibition held in September of 2016 in Tokyo Japan and include items from 1966 Batman, 1989 Batman, Nolans Batman and Arkham Knights.


sell your lungs and kidneys after following this link for all prototypes, artist renditions and dios:


All items Hot Toys Batman - Heritage auctions




Look at THAT ! CLICK PICS TO ENLARGE!




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One-of-a-kind 1:6 scale Batman Batcave Diorama with Prototypes (Hot Toys, 2016). Caped Crusader fans will instantly recognize this classic setting from the 1966 Batman TV show... the Bat Cave! Meticulously recreated by a talented team of artists and craftsmen, this one-of-a-kind diorama was created to be displayed publicly at the Batman 100% Hot Toys Exhibition in September of 2016. This date coincided with the release of the first Suicide Squad movie in Tokyo and lasted for 2 weeks.

The diorama measures 9' wide by 5' deep by 4' tall and includes an impressive number of custom-made pieces, not the least of which is the pre-production '66 Batmobile that was first displayed at San Diego Comic-con in 2012. While initially planned for a full release by Hot Toys, this Batmobile has yet to be available, making it the only one produced to date by the company.

The stone cave walls are the base of this setting with an Atomic Generator set in the back wall, two large pipes flanking it on either side. While the Bat-boat sits in the rear grotto, a variety of machines often employed in the TV show fill the room. In the center, a crescent-shaped stand with four unique Bat-suits brings to life the cover of Detective Comics #165 – "The Strange Costumes of Batman!"

Everything pictured is included. The Batcave walls are constructed of foam and the floor is plywood-based. The computers and scanners can be wired underneath and hooked up to an electrical box that is included but was not connected or tested at the time of photography. The Bat-boat with trailer and stand are custom pieces used for this setting but were not created by Hot Toys artists. The four Bat-suits are one of 2 sets in existence, each with their own sign describing the suits origin. And as previously mentioned, the Batmobile is one-of-a-kind and served as a prototype shown at San Diego Comic-Con in 2012.

Standing in front of this impressive diorama gives you the feeling that you are in the presence of something truly special. It transports you back to a simpler time of youth where you became vested in the fate of your favorite heroes versus the over-the-top villains they faced every week. This is the piece that begs to be at the center of your Batman collection.



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actually i remeber this from back in the day, some bloogers took pictures of the expo items and i was blown away. Never ever thought stuff like this would end up in an auction in the states.There was a similar event for Iron Man in 2013 i think. Maybe we see some customs from that one as well at some point in the future? :) Guess when they shut down one or two of the toy sapiens stores they found this stuff sitting there. Since space is always a thing in Japan and the largest Batman fanbase is in the US, they did the only right thing that was to do :-D I think if it was for protos and dios that have been used in Hong Kong events, we would never see them like this on auction. Howard wouldn't let slip any of these babies. lol
By the way, here is your chance to own the Hot Toys 66 Batmobil that was never produced. My favourite from that set is also the Bat-Boat. Gives me Corgi Toys vibes :cool:
 
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actually i remeber this from back in the day, some bloogers took pictures of the expo items and i was blown away. Never ever thought stuff like this would end up in an auction in the states.There was a similar event for Iron Man in 2013 i think. Maybe we see some customs from that one as well at some point in the future? :) Guess when they shut down one or two of the toy sapiens stores they found this stuff sitting there. Since space is always a thing in Japan and the largest Batman fanbase is in the US, they did the only right thing that was to do :-D I think if it was for protos and dios that have been used in Hong Kong events, we would never see them like this on auction. Howard wouldn't let slip any of these babies. lol
By the way, here is your chance to own the Hot Toys 66 Batmobil that was never produced. My favourite from that set is also the Bat-Boat. Gives me Corgi Toys vibes :cool:
Yeah I’m really curious how this stuff is ending up at Auction; we all always assumed Howard has it all in storage someplace. Is this a charity auction?
 
Haven't seen any of the artist renditions before but I remember the Batcave and Axis Chemicals (w/Bob The Goon) dioramas pretty well. They also had a killer one for TDKR. My bet is on the Batcave being the winner because of the car followed by Axis. It will be a fun auction to watch.
 
@Spanbauer there is no indication of an charity auction here. As all items stem from this single event in japan, i think it comes straight from the owners of Toy Sapiens Japan.

These Hot Toys pieces are part of the

2023 August 4 - 5 Action Figures & Toys: The Ultimate Batman Collection Signature® Auction​

There are many more vintage and diverse Batman items on offer.

As a little bonus, here the official Heritage Auctions video to get a better idea of the size: Heritage Auctions

 
@Spanbauer there is no indication of an charity auction here. As all items stem from this single event in japan, i think it comes straight from the owners of Toy Sapiens Japan.

These Hot Toys pieces are part of the

2023 August 4 - 5 Action Figures & Toys: The Ultimate Batman Collection Signature® Auction​

As a little bonus, here the official Heritage Auctions video to get a better idea of the size: Heritage Auctions


Insane.
 
@Spanbauer there is no indication of an charity auction here. As all items stem from this single event in japan, i think it comes straight from the owners of Toy Sapiens Japan.

These Hot Toys pieces are part of the

2023 August 4 - 5 Action Figures & Toys: The Ultimate Batman Collection Signature® Auction​

There are many more vintage and diverse Batman items on offer.

As a little bonus, here the official Heritage Auctions video to get a better idea of the size: Heritage Auctions


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I hope that whoever gets it doesn't split the collection and throw the different Batmans on eBay.

There's a lot of 'standard' figures being sold via the same auction, and no doubt the same collector. People tend to overpay via big auction houses, so will be interesting.
 
Walls made of foam. Gotta make sure that shipping container is sturdy.
 
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