Abbott & Costello Wardrobe & Props

WOLFMAN SPECIAL EFFECTS DOLL

Original prop special effects doll of Lon Chaney Jr.
"The Wolfman"
"ABBOTT & COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN" (1948)

Has two holes in the wrists where they attached Dracula in his bat form

This scene was achieved with a matt painting so a miniature Wolfman was needed

The wig has been added just to enhance the display In recent years an archival expert from the studio paid a visit to see the prop and confirmed that this is the original The studio has also tried to buy it back for their archives

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ABBOTT & COSTELLO

Original costumes worn by Bud Abbott and Lou Costello
"ABBOTT & COSTELLO MEET THE MUMMY" (1955)

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LOU COSTELLO

Original Jacket worn by Lou Costello
"THE NAUGHTY NINETIES" (1945)

This film is famous for the duo performing the complete rendition of their hysterical "Who's On First?" routine which has become one of the most popular comedy moments ever captured on film. This jacket was also used again by Lou Costello on the television show in a hilarious Magic skit and as a rich oil tycoon.

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BUD ABBOTT

Two piece suit worn by Bud Abbott
"ABBOTT & COSTELLO IN THE WISTFUL WIDOW OF WAGON GAP" (1947)

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LOU COSTELLO

Two piece suit worn by Lou Costello

"ABBOTT & COSTELLO MEET THE KEYSTONE KOPS" (1955)
Also worn in "ABBOTT & COSTELLO MEET Dr. JEKYLL AND Mr. HYDE" (1953)
Also worn on the Abbott & Costello Television show in various episodes including one where the duo help in a bank robbery

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