A watch worn by Robin Williams in Dead Poets Society has sold for $32,500 at Sotheby's New York. The late actor played inspirational English teacher John Keating in the 1989 movie. The collection included more than 300 pieces that included many pieces of fine art, film memorabilia (including awards and certificates), and items from the couple’s private hobbies and collecting interests – including 44 wristwatches (and one Panerai compass, making for a forty-fifth item in that category). His quartz Hamilton watch—engraved with the words “ Robin Williams Dead Poets Society 1988”—was one of only two watches ever made to feature his face on it. Proceeds from the Creating a Stage: The Collection of Marsha and Robin Williams sale went to benefit organisations supported by the couple and towards establishing a permanent scholarship fund at the Juilliard School.
A watch worn by Robin Williams in Dead Poets Society has sold for $32,500 at Sotheby's New York. The late actor played inspirational English teacher John Keating in the 1989 movie. His quartz Hamilton watch—engraved with the words “ Robin Williams Dead Poets Society 1988”—was one of only two watches ever made to feature his face on it. Proceeds from the Creating a Stage: The Collection of Marsha and Robin Williams sale went to benefit organisations supported by the couple and towards establishing a permanent scholarship fund at the Juilliard School.