A "Citizen Kane" Prop Just Sold for Almost $15 Million
Briefly

The sled from Citizen Kane, famously referred to as 'Rosebud,' was sold for $14,750,000, emphasizing the film's enduring legacy. This sled is one of three remaining artifacts from the classic film, which continues to influence modern cinema. Director Joe Dante, who sold the sled, had obtained it from a Paramount employee who indicated it was marked for disposal. Another sled was previously purchased by director Steven Spielberg in 1982. The auction of the sled reflects its significant value in cinematic history.
The sled, one of three remaining from Citizen Kane, sold for $14,750,000, showcasing the film's enduring cultural significance and popularity.
Director Joe Dante, known for Gremlins, sold the sled after acquiring it from a Paramount studio employee who identified it for disposal.
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