Can you
believe it ? A dress has been sold for a huge price of $1.56Million.
Yes, A dress worn by Hollywood actor Judy Garland in the movie 'The
Wizard of Oz' was sold for a price of $1.56M in New York during an
auction. A statement from Bonhams auction confirmed the news.
The
dress became a highlight amidst a sale of 400 pieces of Hollywood
memorabilia organized by the auction house and Turner Classic Movies
that netted total sales of more than $4 million.
The
'Dorothy' dress became the centre of attraction as three bidders stared
to auction and the estimation went from $800,000 to $1.25Million.
Catherine Williamson who is Bonhams' director of entertainment
memorabilia said, this costume is one of the priceless thing and it is
considered a true and timeless icon of classic Hollywood.
Garland
is also one of the famous actress during the early age of Hollywood
era. 'The Wizard of Oz' even had two oscars for best song and best
music. The next expensive item was a suit worn by Marilyn Monroe. It
went for a price of $425,000.