What the Record-Breaking Donkey Kong Poster Sale Means for C…
This sale highlights the growing value of video game memorabilia and could inspire more collectors to seek out rare gaming artifacts.
This sale highlights the growing value of video game memorabilia and could inspire more collectors to seek out rare gaming artifacts.
Key points - A 1981 Donkey Kong promotional poster sold for $329,400, the most expensive video game artwork ever auctioned. - The poster was saved from disposal by former Nintendo of America employee Donna Darbous. - The previous record was $63,000 for Prince of Persia cover art in 2023. - The auction also featured other Nintendo artworks, including a Super Mario Bros. NES copy that sold for $34,160.
Timeline - 1981: Donkey Kong arcade flyer featuring Mario's first appearance is created. - 2023: Prince of Persia cover art sells for $63,000, setting previous record. - 2025: Donkey Kong poster sells for $329,400, breaking the record.
FAQ
Q: Who saved the Donkey Kong poster from being thrown away? A: Donna Darbous, a former Nintendo of America employee, rescued it from materials marked for disposal.
Q: What was the previous record for video game artwork at auction? A: The original cover artwork for Prince of Persia sold for $63,000 in 2023.
Q: What else was sold in the Jumpman auction? A: Original artwork of Mario and Luigi, a Goomba, a first-production Super Mario Bros. NES copy, and a Nintendo orientation VHS tape.
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