Annette Funicello's personally owned faux Oscar trophy prop, likely circa 1950s-1960s, measuring 12? tall and weighing 7.3 pounds. In very good condition, with blackening to the statuette from a fire at Funicello's home and a replacement base. Accompanied by certificate of authenticity from the 2015 sale of the personal property of Annette Funicello, signed by her husband Glen Holt; as well as a detailed statement concerning the history of this piece. Although its precise origins are unknown, it is possible that it was given to her by set designer Emile Kuri, who worked as the set decorator for early Oscar telecasts, as well as on sets at the Disney studio during the same era when the Mickey Mouse Club was filming. It may be that this was used as a prop at an Oscar event or set decoration during a telecast. Considering the rarity and immense expense of true Oscar trophies, this item serves as a superb actress-owned placeholder.
