Check back here in late June for a sneak preview of the Lucy-Desi Memorabilia Auction which will take place on Saturday, August 2 in Lucy’s hometown!

The Mission of The Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center is to preserve and celebrate the legacy of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz and enrich the world through the healing powers of love and laughter.

El propósito del Centro Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz es el conservar y celebrar la herencia contribuída por Lucille Ball y Desi Arnaz al patrimonio del mundo: la fuerza saneante procediente del cariño y de la risa.

The following auction items were featured for bidding during Lucy-Desi Days 2008!

Lot 31. Snapshot Collection: : An amazing collection of 55 different color candid snapshots featuring a party held in the backyard of Lucille Ball’s Beverly Hills home in the mid 1970’s. Party guests seen in the photos include Farrah Fawcett, Lee Majors, Mel Brooks, Mary Wickes, Dom DeLuise, Lucie Arnaz, Eva Gabor, Allen Ludden, Dick Van Patten, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Gary Morton, Chuck Wollery, and others. Lucy’s mom, DeDe, appears in 10 of the photos. Lucy’s poodle, Tinker, can also be seen in the arms of the world’s favorite redhead. Other photos featuring Lucy include posed shots with Lucie Arnaz, Lee Majors, Chuck Wollery, and DeDe, as well as several candid shots. This is a great collection of photos that include Lucy—at home—surrounded by her family and friends. Opening Bid: $30 (Lot of all 55 photos)

Lot 32: Lucy & The Gabor Sisters: Set of two color photos of Lucy with Eva and Zsa Zsa Gabor. Photos were taken in Lucy’s Beverly Hills backyard. Framed. Opening Bid: $30
Lot 36: LucyFest Cuff Links: Sold in 1992 for one of Jamestown’s early festivals, these gold cuff links say “Jamestown, New York” and picture Lucille Ball in gold relief. Opening Bid: $20
Lot 40: Original Lucy-Desi Museum Poster: This custom framed die-cut poster documents the original (1996) season of the Lucy-Desi Museum on Pine Street in downtown Jamestown. Opening Bid: $50
Lot 43:
“I Love Lucy” Mattel Dolls: Choose from five different Lucy dolls. Opening Bid: $20(choice)
Lot 43-1: 1997 “Lucy Does A TV Commercial” (Vitameatavegamin)
Lot 43-2: 1999 “Lucy’s Italian Movie” (grape stomping)
Lot 43-3: 2002 “Paris At Last” Lucy (burlap sack dress; pictured)
Lot 43-4: 2003 “L.A. At Last” Lucy (burning nose; pictured)
Lot 43-5: 2004 “Sales Resistance” Lucy (polka dot dress; pictured)
Exclusive “I Love Lucy” Items From Viacom Store
Lot 46: “I Love Lucy” Jewelry: Manufactured exclusively for the Viacom Store in Chicago in the mid 1990’s. The Viacom Store is no longer in business. Opening Bid: $5 (choice)                                        

Lot 46-1: Heart-shaped Lucy & Ricky Ring
Lot 46-4: Lucy & Ricky Choker                                                     
Lot 52: “I Love Lucy” Blown Glass Ornaments: From the Christopher Radko Company. No longer in production. Opening Bid: $20 (choice)

Lot 52-1: Latin LucyWINNING BID $40.00

Lot 52-2: Vitameatavegamin Lucy (pictured)
      WINNING BID $45.00
Lucille Ball’s Scarf!
Lot 55: Brilliant Pink and Red Tie-Dye Chiffon Scarf Shawl: This oversized scarf shawl of bright pink, red, and blue (and with metallic gold thread) is from the Estate of Lucille Ball. Scarf comes with a letter of authenticity from Lucy’s long-time personal secretary, Wanda Clark. Here’s a rare opportunity to own a very special item once worn by Lucille Ball! Opening Bid: $100
Rare Vintage Memorabilia
Lot 60: Lucy Caricature Coffee Mug: Custom made for Lucy, these coffee mugs were given by the redhead as gifts to co-workers and friends in the 1970’s. Cream colored ceramic mug features the Lucille Ball Productions caricature of Lucy on the mug’s front. Excellent condition. Identical mug sold earlier this month on eBay for $361. Opening Bid: $40
Lot 61: Original Script: Very rare original script from the 1953 episode entitled “The Ricardos Change Apartments.” This 50-page script features a cover that identifies this program as “Show No. 61” and has “Tony M.” written in pencil in the upper right-hand corner. This episode was filmed on April 16, 1953. Scarce. Opening Bid: $1,500.
Lot 62: “Love, Lucy” Gold Keychain from Lucille Ball: Lucy had a small quantity of this keychain custom made in the 1970’s. She used them as gifts for close friends and associates. Keychain has replica of her famous signature. Opening Bid: $30
Lot 63: “I Love Lucy” Photograph: Uncommon vintage 1950’s photograph of Lucy and Desi sitting on the edge of the bed on the “I Love Lucy” bedroom set. Measures 4” x 5”. Opening Bid: $20
Lot 67: 1999 Lucy-Desi Days Festival Poster: Unique die-cut poster features highlights of both 1999 festivals. Festival headliners Rich Little (May) and Keith Thibodeaux (August) have signed the poster in black marker. This was a limited edition signed poster. Only 50 exist. This is #1 of 50 and is numbered in the lower right hand corner. Custom framed. Opening Bid: $60
Original CBS “Lucy” Publicity Stills
Lot 71: Lucy & Carol Burnett: Black and white original still with CBS press release dated October 25, 1966. Release announces Carol Burnett’s appearance on the November 7 episode of The Lucy Show. Opening Bid: $10
Lot 73: Lucy & Ann Sothern: Original black and white CBS publicity photo featuring Lucy, Ann Sothern, and a horse from the October 25, 1965 episode of The Lucy Show. Opening Bid: $10
Lot 74: Lucy & Vivian Vance as Witches: Original black and white CBS publicity photo featuring Lucy and Vivian from a ghoulish episode of The Lucy Show in which Lucy has a nightmare about being in Count Dracula’s castle. Accompanying news release is dated January 8, 1965. Opening Bid: $10
Mattel “I Love Lucy” Dolls
Lot 90: Lucy & Ricky 50th Anniversary Doll Set: Mattel released this doll set in 2001 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of “I Love Lucy”. Doll set and original box are in excellent condition. Opening Bid: $60