the most recognized trophy in the world, the oscar statuette has stood on the mantels of the greatest filmmakers in history since 1929.

Jan 15, 2019 · Here are 12 facts you didn't know about the famed golden statuette, including why the statue is holding a sword, who Oscar was, and whether or not you're allowed to sell one.

The Oscar statuette, officially the Academy Award of Merit, [21] is given to winners of each year's awards. Made of gold-plated bronze on a black metal base, it is 13.5 in (34.3 cm) tall, weighs 8.5 lb (3.9 kg) and depicts a knight rendered in Art Deco style holding a sword standing on a reel of film with five spokes.

The Academy Award of Merit, more renowned as the Oscar statuette, is one of the most prestigious and significant awards that recognize excellence and achievements of professionals in the world of cinema.

Mar 10, 2023 · The Oscar statuette has been honoring the best in film since 1929. But its production has changed over the years. Photographer Christopher Payne goes behind the scenes to see how each award is...

Feb 19, 2016 · Oscars statuette (Credit: Getty Images) The statuette has a rich, rumour-filled history – but was a dog really the first winner? Jonathan Glancey takes a look.

Feb 7, 2020 · On May 16, 1929, 15 statuettes, then made of gold-plated solid bronze, were handed out in the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel’s Blossom Room. The ceremony lasted just 15 minutes. The silent movie...

Mar 10, 2023 · Made in solid bronze and plated in 24-karat gold, the 1-foot tall, 8-pound golden statuette has become one of the most recognizable and desired trophies in the world since the first Academy...

Mar 9, 2023 · Famous Hollywood columnist Sidney Skolsky claimed he came up with the nickname while writing about the 6th Academy Awards in 1934. He claimed he was tired of constantly having to write “gold...

Feb 29, 2024 · Learn how much an Oscar is worth, why the Academy Award is called an Oscar, if the statuette is real gold, how much it weighs, and do people sell their trophy.