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Spitting Image Productions Limited (TV/Film Production Company) (1981-) (United Kingdom)

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1981-

Places

Found in 520 Collections and/or Records:

 Sub-Series

Legal Documents, 2001

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/9/3
Scope and Contents

Two legal documents, one terminating a consultancy agreement between Spitting Image Productions Limited, Tooth'N Claw Limited and Funday Limited; and the other hiring the Director of Spitting Image Production Limited, Richard Bennett, as an executive producer for the first series of the British satirical animated television programme, 2DTV.

Dates: 2001
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 File

Letters File, c 1987-1991

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/8/4/2
Scope and Contents A file containing two letters from French sculptor, Etienne Aillaud, a member of the artisan company, Atelier Bombyx. The first letter is dated 21 February [c 1987-c 1988], and is addressed to Spitting Image Productions Limited artists, Pablo Bach and David Stoten. The letter is accompanied by photographs of foam/resin sculptures that Atelier Bombyx have produced for various clients. This letter was also originally accompanied by a number of chess pieces [see MS Add.10275/3/9/4/1], modelled...
Dates: c 1987-1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Sub-Sub-Sub-Series

Lists and Card Indexes, 1990s, 2000 - 2001

 Sub-Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/5/2
Scope and Contents

A range of lists and card indexes relating to puppets produced by the Spitting Image Workshop for use on the British satirical television series, Spitting Image, and in other Spitting Image Productions Limited activities. Items present include: lists of puppets produced by the workshop, puppet neck size-related material, and lists containing head and teeth mould information.

Dates: 1990s; 2000 - 2001
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Sub-Series

London International Advertising Awards, 1989 - 1991

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/11/16
Scope and Contents

An award statue and a finalist certificate, presented to Spitting Image Productions Limited, by the London International Advertising Awards.

Dates: 1989 - 1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 File

Luck & Flaw's Illustrated Guide to Caricature, c 1985

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/2/1
Scope and Contents A file containing papers relating to an episode of the BBC documentary series, Omnibus, which focused on Roger Law, Peter Fluck, their work on Spitting Image and their influences. This episode was aired on BBC 1, on 26 July 1985. This file contains a letter to Law from the show's producer, Mary Dickinson, accompanied by copies of notes. These notes were taken by Dickinson in meetings between herself, Law and Peter Fluck, along with the...
Dates: c 1985
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

M to Z Puppet Neck Size Card Index, c early - c mid-1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/5/2/2/1
Scope and Contents

A box containing a partial card index that documents the neck sizes of Spitting Image puppets, whose names/surnames begin with the letters 'M' to 'Z.' The cards come in three colours: white cards for large puppets; pink cards for generic puppets; and blue cards for small puppets. Some of these cards also provide information on a puppet's costume.

Dates: c early - c mid-1990s
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Sub-Series

Magazines, 1984 - 1997

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/2
Scope and Contents

British and international magazines, journals and other publications, which contain articles, interviews and images relating to Spitting Image, Spitting Image Productions Limited's other productions and activities, and on Roger Law and Peter Fluck. There are also a few articles written by Law.

Also present are a small amount of accompanying material with some of these publications, such as ephemera, faxes, and photographic items.

Dates: Publication: 1984 - 1997
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Making Sense Exhibition Catalogue, 1995

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/13/7
Scope and Contents

A catalogue for the exhibition, 'Making Sense,' which was displayed at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery in Exeter, in 1995. The catalogue contains short paragraphs from a number of contributors, including Roger Law. Law's passage comments on the work of those involved in Spitting Image, and how everything a viewer sees during an episode is made by hand. Accompanying the catalogue is a small acknowledgement slip.

Dates: 1995
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher 10th Anniversary Toby Jug, 1989

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/5/3/1
Scope and Contents

A Margaret Thatcher 10-year anniversary toby jug, commemorating her prime ministership, which also features Denis Thatcher as the handle (SI/1228). The jug was modelled by Pablo Bach at the Spitting Image Workshop, and manufactured by the pottery company, Glazed Expressions. The base of the jug is signed 'J Mick.'

Dates: 1989
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher and Neil Kinnock Slippers, 1988

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/1/1/3
Scope and Contents

A large pair of Margaret Thatcher and Neil Kinnock 'Sleeping Partners' slippers, designed by Spitting Image Production Limited's David Stoten, and made by Linden Cards and Gifts Limited (SI/440). Each slipper resembles a bed, with a plastic head of Thatcher residing on the end of one slipper and the head of Kinnock on the other.

Dates: 1988
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher Mould, c 1984-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/10
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher (P906). This is one of three Thatcher plaster moulds present in the archive.

Dates: c 1984-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher Mould, c 1984-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/2/6
Scope and Contents

A fibreglass mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher (F505).

Dates: c 1984-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher Mould, c 1984-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/8
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher (P141). This is one of three Thatcher plaster moulds present in the archive.

Dates: c 1984-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher Mould, c 1984-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/9
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher (P329). This is one of three Thatcher plaster moulds present in the archive.

Dates: c 1984-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Margaret Thatcher Puppet Head, c mid-1980s-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/1/8
Scope and Contents

A Spitting Image puppet head with glass eyes of the former British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher. This particular version is bald.

Dates: c mid-1980s-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Restricted. This item is currently unfit for production. Please contact repository.
 Sub-Sub-Series

Martin Moore Productions, c 2000-2002

 Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/5/5
Scope and Contents Limited edition ceramic ware modelled by Martin Moore of Martin Moore Productions, who previously worked on the Spitting Image television series. Moore obtained a licence to use the Spitting Image logo on his ceramic ware. Two lots of items are present in this section: a cruet set that uses the likeness of British Prime Minister Tony Blair, his wife Cherie and their son Leo; and a teapot commemorating the golden jubilee of Queen Elizabeth...
Dates: c 2000-2002
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 File

Marx Brothers Masks, 1993

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/2/10/2
Scope and Contents

Three painted latex foam and chamois leather masks, made by the Spitting Image Workshop for the Spitting Swanns Limited theatrical production of Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf symphonic tale. These masks are in the representation of the members of the American comedy act, The Marx Brothers: Chico, Groucho and Harpo. They were worn by some of the performers (SI/373 (a to c)).

Dates: 1993
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 File

Marxism Today, 1984, 1988

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/2/3
Scope and Contents Two issues of the British political magazine, Marxism Today. The following issues are present:1. July 1984 - the front cover bears a photographic illustration featuring the Spitting Image puppets of members of the British royal family (SI/100).2. December 1988 - pages 42 and 43 contain an article that includes an interview with Roger Law, amongst others, which covers his plans for the upcoming year and the books he...
Dates: Publication: 1984; Publication: 1988
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Sub-Series

Media Relations, 1990-c 1997

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/7/4
Scope and Contents

Material relating to Spitting Image Productions Limited's press promotion, focusing on non-Spitting Image activities, the company and its personnel.

Dates: 1990-c 1997
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Series

Merchandise, 1983 - 1995, c 2000-2009

 Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3
Scope and Contents A variety of merchandise that was either produced by, licensed by or involved the creative services of Spitting Image Productions Limited. Merchandise represented includes, but is not limited to: apparel and accessories, audiovisual material, cards, ceramic ware, dog chews, games and toys, and publications. Most of the items present are associated with Spitting Image, but material relating to other SIPL productions, such as Winjin' Pom...
Dates: 1983 - 1995; c 2000-2009
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Mikhail Gorbachev Mould, c mid 1980s-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/2/3
Scope and Contents

A fibreglass mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev (F379).

Dates: c mid 1980s-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Mikhail Gorbachev Mould, c mid 1980s-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/5
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev (P145).

Dates: c mid 1980s-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Item

Mikhail Gorbachev Puppet Head, c 1990

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/1/4
Scope and Contents

A latex foam head for the Spitting Image puppet of the former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev (SI/1252). The head is on a stand, held within a custom box.

Dates: c 1990
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
 Series

Miscellaneous, 1964 - 1997

 Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/13
Dates: 1964 - 1997
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 File

Miscellaneous Artwork File 1, c 1982-c early 1990s

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/2/15/1
Scope and Contents A portfolio of miscellaneous artwork, both originals and copies, produced by the Spitting Image Workshop, including the work of Pablo Bach, Scott Brooker, and Tim Watts. There is a range of material, which includes, but is not limited to: various pencil caricature drawings; artwork and proofs for a promotional business card that advertises Spitting Image Productions Limited's relocation to Plumber's Row, London; working drawings for a Benedict Spinola gargoyle that was produced for Magdalene...
Dates: c 1982-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: From the Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.