Around the World in 80 Days

An original clapperboard used in the production of Around the World in 80 Days, the 1989 series starring Pierce Brosnan and based on the Jules Verne novel of the same name.

This production used traditional style black wooden clapperboard with hinged clap stick bears the series title 'AROUND THE WORLD' in addition to the names of director Buzz Kulik and director of photographer Nic Knowland. The clapperboard has spaces where the slate number, take number and date could be marked for reference and exhibits some heavy signs of chalk residue from use during the filming. The board features a large amount of tape to the bottom which is hand inscribed with the date from its final use during the production and also retains various other tapes to the verso.

The clapperboard measures approximately 15" x 14" and remains in good production used condition with the edge and surface wear one would expect from prolonged use, some rusting is present to the hinge.

A very fine example of the iconic clapperboard which clearly saw significant use during the production of this well received adaptation.