Julien’s and TCM to Auction David Lynch Collection
By Elizabeth Heineman
Fans of Twin Peaks, Eraserhead, and Mulholland Drive will have the chance to bid on items from celebrated filmmaker David Lynch’s personal archive at Julien’s Auctions.
When filmmaker David Lynch passed away in January 2025, he left a legacy of creativity and an extensive collection. On June 18, Julien’s Auctions and Turner Classic Movies will present The David Lynch Collection, a live auction of over 400 items from Lynch’s personal archive. The auction will take place at The Peninsula Beverly Hills and will feature in-person and online bidding.
David Lynch’s personal 35mm print of his groundbreaking debut feature film Eraserhead (Libra Films, 1977).
Lynch’s first feature-length film, Eraserhead, was released in 1977 after a lengthy production. It established his surreal, experimental style and quickly became a cult success. A 35mm print of the film, consisting of five 14.5-inch reels, is up for auction with a presale estimate of $500-$700. As of this writing, bids have passed $27,000!
“Twin Peaks” Black Lodge Style Red Curtain and Zig-Zag Rug.
The television show Twin Peaks, which ran from 1989-1991, may be Lynch’s best-known work. He revisited its strange world with a prequel film released in 1992 and a sequel series in 2017. A red curtain and black and white zigzag rug matching one of the show’s most memorable and eerie locations, the Black Lodge, has bidders in a frenzy, already reaching $17,500 against an estimate of $1,000-$2,000. Blurring the lines between art and life, Lynch had curtains and rugs like this in his home.
“Lost Highway” Style Boomerang Sofa
Another piece that may have appeared in Lynch’s home and work is a vintage sofa in the style of Adrian Pearsall’s iconic Boomerang design. A sofa like this one, albeit with a different finish and upholstery, appeared in Lynch’s 1997 film Lost Highway.
Danny Ferrington Custom Five Neck Console Guitar Designed and Studio Played By David Lynch.
Music has always been integral to Lynch’s work; many albums that inspired him and instruments he played are up for auction. The most notable may be a five-neck guitar custom-made or Lynch by renowned luthier Danny Ferrington.
Personalized Director’s Chair.
Possibly the most emblematic—and highest-priced item in the auction is a director’s chair personalized with Lynch’s name. Estimated at $5,000-$7,000, bids have already reached $30,000.
La Marzocco GS/3 Home Espresso Machine (A)
Other lots include screenplays, props, cameras, lighting equipment, books on film and photography. Several of Lynch’s personally used coffeemakers, including a top-of-the-line La Marzocco espresso machine. According to Julien’s, Lynch “could never be more than 15 steps away” from a cup of what one of the most famous characters he wrote, Dale Cooper of Twin Peaks, called “damn good coffee.”
Photos courtesy of Julien’s Auctions.
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