Production Used Robert Redford Rope Prop The Horse Whisperer 1998 - Greg Martin

Own an authentic piece of cinematic history with this original production-used rope attributed as used by Robert Redford during the production of the acclaimed 1998 motion picture The Horse Whisperer.

According to the accompanying provenance documentation, this rope was used by Robert Redford during production and originates from the estate of Greg Martin, Robert Redford's longtime stand-in and stunt professional. The item was consigned by Mr. Martin's widow, who carefully preserved pieces retained by her late husband throughout his career.

The accompanying provenance correspondence further confirms that the original catalog description for this piece was prepared using information obtained directly from the consignor, providing an important documented link between the rope, Greg Martin's estate, and the production.

Greg Martin Production Connection

Independent research provides additional support for Greg Martin's documented connection to The Horse Whisperer. Martin's IMDb credits specifically identify his work on the 1998 film as "stand-in: Tom," referring to Robert Redford's character, Tom Booker.

Martin's professional credits also document his continuing work with Redford, including a "stand-in: Mr. Redford" credit on Spy Game (2001), in addition to stunt work during his career.

These independently documented credits provide valuable supporting context for the rope's provenance from Martin's estate and his professional association with Robert Redford.

Greg Martin's film and television career and production credits can be independently reviewed through IMDb.

Independent Film Research

As part of HorrorCurator's independent research, we conducted an extensive review of The Horse Whisperer and documented numerous appearances of traditional natural-fiber rope throughout the finished film.

Rope is prominently incorporated into the ranch and horse-training sequences. Robert Redford's character, Tom Booker, is repeatedly shown carrying, handling and working with rope, providing numerous opportunities for comparison with this production piece.

Several sequences provide particularly useful close views of the ropes' construction, coloration, approximate diameter, three-strand twist and working appearance. Additional scenes show coiled ropes carried on horseback and ropes actively handled during horse work.

The production-used rope offered here is physically consistent in its general construction, coloration, diameter and overall appearance with ropes visible throughout these sequences.

Of particular interest, this rope retains its original knot configuration as received. Our film review identified scenes providing views of rope knots, loops and coiled configurations, allowing additional comparison with the surviving production piece.

Selected screen captures from our film research are included among the listing photographs to provide visual production context.

While these similarities provide valuable supporting context for the documented production attribution, we have not identified a sufficiently distinctive individual characteristic to definitively screen-match this particular rope to a specific scene. No screen-match claim is being made.

Physical Specifications

• Approximately 24 feet in length

• Approximately 1/2-inch diameter

• Approximately 1 lb. 13 oz.

• Approximately 2-inch loop

• Three-strand natural-fiber construction

• Natural tan coloration

• Original knot configuration remains intact as received

• Naturally frayed working end

• Production wear and age throughout

Included

• Original production-used rope

• Custom HorrorCurator Certificate of Authenticity & Provenance

• Provenance summary prepared by HorrorCurator

• Supporting provenance documentation will be provided electronically to the buyer following purchase.

Condition

The rope remains in good production-used condition with expected wear from age and handling. It retains its naturally aged appearance, original knot configuration and substantially frayed working end.

No attempt has been made to clean, restore, re-tie or otherwise alter the rope's surviving configuration.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Please Note

This listing has been prepared using the available provenance documentation, supporting correspondence, physical examination of the item, independent research into Greg Martin's production career, and an extensive review of the finished film.

IMDb is referenced solely as an independent source documenting Greg Martin's professional credits. The provenance documentation associated with the rope establishes its stated history and connection to Martin's estate.

Any comparisons between this piece and ropes visible on screen are presented solely as research observations and supporting production context. This item is not being represented as screen-matched to a particular scene.

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