A Spanish collector has revealed his obsession with Diane Keaton after purchasing her nail clippers at auction for $960. Gustavo Egusquiza, a travel journalist from Bilbao, outbid other fans to secure the item, which came in a box with hairpins and safety pins.
Intimate Connection
Egusquiza said he was drawn to the nail clippers because they offered a glimpse into Keaton's daily life. 'It was something that she would have used every day, so it was a tiny piece of Diane's life. It is objects like this that reveal the intimate parts of a person's real life,' he explained.
He passed on more glamorous items like dresses and hats, opting instead for what he considered the most intimate object. 'I wanted something more intimate, and I think this is the most intimate thing, it will have her fingerprints on it. That's why I decided to go for it,' he said.
Auction Frenzy
The online auction at Bonhams in New York quickly exceeded the $200 estimate, surpassing $600 before Egusquiza secured the lot for $960, including buyer's premium. Despite the high price, he said he had no regrets. 'I had a bit of doubt, I really didn't expect it to get that high, but I wanted it, and didn't mind paying.'
Egusquiza is waiting for the clippers to be shipped from New York to Bilbao, where they will join his growing collection of celebrity memorabilia. His collection already includes Whoopi Goldberg's teapot, a statuette from Larry King's office, and a signed portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
Investment and Passion
Egusquiza views the purchase as a long-term investment. 'At the end of the day, it is an investment in the long run,' he said. He has been a fan of Keaton for years, citing her roles in The Godfather and Annie Hall as favorites.
He plans to display the box in his office, alongside his other treasures. Most friends and family support his hobby. 'They like it. I have been collecting since I was a teenager, I don't think they think I'm crazy. If they consider me eccentric, I remain entirely unbothered,' he said.
