As we delve this week headlong into the gladiators of pop culture, we can't ignore one of our favorite films and undoubtedly one of the greatest gladiator films ever made, Ridley Scott's amply titled masterpiece, Gladiator.
Russel Crowe's turn as war hero turned slave Maximus Decimus Meridius is one for the ages, and launched Crowe into super-stardom after the film received multiple Oscars including Best Picture and Best Actor.
Here are some way cool Gladiator collectibles...
1/6 Maximus Figure by Pangea (2015)
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| 1/6 scale Maximus figure by Pangea |
Pangea created this beautiful rendition of Maximus chalk full of accessories. There were two versions released, one gladiator and one general. Can be tracked down for around $250.
Gladiator Screen Print by Martin Ansin/Mondo (2015)
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| Gladiator screen print (variant) by Martin Ansin/Mondo |
One of our favorite Mondo artists is Martin Ansin, and he nails it with this Gladiator screen print. There were two versions, a variant and regular, both limited. You can still pick one up (as of this post) on the Posters and Toys
site for $50 or $85, depending on version.
Maximus the Gladiator statue by Factory X (2002)
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| Maximus the Galdiator statue by Factory X |
Factory X did this nice sculpture of Maximus as he's ready to unleash hell in the sand. Goes for about $125 on eBay when you can track one down.
The Sword of Maximus prop replica by Factory X (2000)
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| The sword of Maximus prop replica by Factory X |
Factory X is known more for their prop replicas than there resin goodies, and this replica of Maximus' unforgettable sword is bar none. Goes for about $275 on eBay these days, but can be hard to find.
See you tomorrow for more action in the arena!
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