‘Cracking auction, Gromit!’ Original Aardman puppets go under the hammer

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1. Thu, 24 September 2026

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   • The Guardian World21:41first to report
     ‘Cracking auction, Gromit!’ Original Aardman puppets go under the hammer

     Wallace and Gromit stop-motion models and other beloved creations raise money to train new generations of animators Wallace’s reaction as the auction got into full swing might have been a trademark “good grief!” – and the enthusiasm of some of the bidding could have caused even the phlegmatic Gromit to show surprise. Fans of Wallace and Gromit and other beloved creations of Aardman Animations seized the chance to grab souvenirs when more than 200 pieces – including Wallace, Gromit, Shaun the...

2. Fri, 25 September 2026

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   • ABC News (Australia)00:43
     Original Wallace & Gromit puppets auctioned to raise funds for 'emerging filmmakers'

     The original Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep and Feathers McGraw puppets have been auctioned to help fund "opportunities for emerging filmmakers".