Downton Abbey costumes and memorabilia for sale in charity auction
A dress worn by the late Dame Maggie Smith, who starred as Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham, is among one of the star lots.
The wedding dress Michelle Dockery wore as Lady Mary Crawley when she married Matthew Crawley, played by Dan Stevens, is also up for sale. The pale apricot chiffon long-sleeved dress, which comes with a pair of ivory satin Mary Jane shoes, a paste tiara and silk tulle veil, and accompanied by a bouquet of prop lilies, is estimated at between £3,000-£5,000 in the online sale by the auction house Bonhams.
The Grantham's family car, a 1925 Sunbeam Saloon, which Bonhams said is one of about 45 of the vehicles to survive, has an estimated sale price of £25,000 to £35,000. It was first seen in season two and used throughout seasons three, four and five, as well as all three films.
Even the distinctive bell wall from the servants' hall and a large pitched pine refectory table in 18th-century style acquired for season five for the servants' hall are among the lots. There are lady's maid and footmen uniforms, and butler Mr Carson's distinctive silver pocket watch.
A script from season one, episode one, signed by cast members including Dame Maggie, Hugh Bonneville and Samantha Bond, is listed for an estimated £600 to £800.
Proceeds from the auction will go to Together for Short Lives, a charity supporting children with life-limiting conditions and their families.
'The world of Downton Abbey is beloved around the globe for its rich, timeless storytelling,' Gareth Neame, the show's executive producer said.
'These iconic set items hold a special place in that history, and we are proud to see them help support the vital work of Together for Short Lives.'
The auction is available for bidding online from Monday at bonhams.com/auction/31605/downton-abbey-the-auction.
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