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Silence of the Lambs (1991) - Hannibal Lecter’s (Anthony Hopkins) Mask

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia Start Price:40,000.00 USD Estimated At:50,000.00 - 60,000.00 USD
Silence of the Lambs (1991) - Hannibal Lecter’s (Anthony Hopkins) Mask
Hannibal Lecter’s (Anthony Hopkins) restraint mask from Jonathan Demme's Oscar-winning thriller The Silence of the Lambs. Jodie Foster stars as Clarice Starling, a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford (Scott Glenn) wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins), a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.


Lecter wore this mask in a pivotal scene in the film at the Memphis airport during the tense meeting with Senator Martin (Brooke Smith) when he reveals Buffalo Bill's identity and whereabouts. This is a form-fitting, green/tan-colored mask made of thick acrylic material that covers Lecter's face. The design is simple yet chilling, with a guard-like appearance that prevents him from biting or attacking others. The mask has a series of small holes or perforations to allow Lecter to breathe and speak, but it effectively conceals his mouth and most of his facial expressions. The item comes from an LOA from the films producer and is also accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Studio Auctions.