Below are some images of an attractive model miniature prototype, measuring approx. 17.75" x 12.5" x 12.25", used for concept development / design approval of the Earth Spacedock filming model that was constructed for the third Star Trek motion picture, The Search for Spock (Paramount, 1984). This mock-up is constructed from molded sheet plastic and features eight docking bays with a wire-supported paper Enterprise seen entering one of the open ports. The surface of the station features a fine grid-line pattern to simulate paneled construction which is similar to that seen in the final version of Earth Spacedock, and this prototype also features numerous antennas protruding from either end of the station, but of simplified design in comparison to the complex geometries seen on-screen.
This impressive model was recently offered as Lot 341 in the Prop Store of
London's September, 2015 "Treasures from the World of Film &
Television" entertainment memorabilia auction that took place at the
ODEON
BFI IMAX theatres in Waterloo, London, England; where it realized a
high bid of £5,000 (approximately US$7,650), not including the 29% buyers premium.
Some Spacedock screen captures from The Search for Spock are shown at the bottom of this photo study.
