Propmasters are a Proud Member
of the MPA
What is the MPA?
It is a group of dealers and collectors
of original props and wardrobe items used in the production
of Movies and TV shows who adhere to certain values and
standards in the items that are sold and the manner we
deal with our customers. MPA members are always monitored
to ensure that we continue to operate within the policies
and goals of the MPA.
What ARE those policies and goals?
Well put simply, the MPA believes
in always dealing in an ethical manner. If someone wants
to buy a prop or costume from their favourite movie, or
used by their favourite star, they want to feel confident
that the item REALLY is as described. Buying from an MPA
member is all about knowing that the item is backed up
by a guarantee that the item IS genuine.
Specifically:
1. We are here to help. If you are
looking for an item that an MPA member does not have listed,
or if you have any other question about props or wardrobe,
we will try to help. If we know someone who has the item
you are looking for we will tell you. If we don't know
the answer to a question right away we will do our best
to find an answer for you. Collecting should be fun and
we should be able to help each other out!
2. We have zero tolerance for people who misrepresent
items as being the "real thing" when they are
merely replicas. This type of practice is not only fraudulent
and immoral but only harms the hobby. Without some degree
of trust the whole hobby falls apart.
3. We do not condone the trade of stolen props since this
is also detrimental to collecting. No one wants to buy
something and proudly display it only to have a studio
reclaim it as stolen property!
4. If we know of dealers or collectors who have cheated
people in any way we will make sure that we warn others
about it since we all have to protect each other in this
hobby.
Guarantees of authenticity
All sales are final so please ensure
that you satisfy yourself about any and all queries you
have BEFORE buying. However, IF at ANY TIME during the
life-time of the prop or wardrobe item it is questioned
on its authenticity, the seller will use all the resources
and know-how of the AMPA to investigate the authenticity
of the item. IF it is proven by an independent expert
(e.g. a reputable auction house such as Christies, Sotheby's,
Butterfields or similar) that the item "was not made
for the movie" then the seller will offer a refund
of the full price or an exchange for another if available.
This is the client's sole remedy of claim. IF it is proven
to be real then you the client must pay for ALL charges.
The seller will not be responsible for any charges involving
that investigation.
Joining
the MPA
If
you are interested in joining the MPA you should preferably
already be known to at least one of the existing members.
We will want to talk to dealers or collectors who have
dealt with you and can vouch for your reputation. Please
contact Dave Farthing +44 (1376) 326977 or join@moviepropsassociation.org
The
MPA Board
Dave
Farthing - Founder & Director
Stephen
Elder - Founder & Director
Thomas
Tewoort - Director
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