A collection of memorabilia from the Thunderbirds TV series has gone on display at Bonhams auction house in London. The collection includes a concept drawing for Thunderbird 2, signed by the show's effects supervisor Derek Meddings. This painting of Thunderbird 3, also signed by Meddings, could fetch as much as �10,000 at auction. Other items from the workshop and imagination of Gerry Anderson are also for sale. This head and shoulders model of Captain Scarlet is expected to sell for up to �24,000. Other lots include an original design concept sketch of the SPV (Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle) from Captain Scarlet. Fans with up to �10,000 to spend might also want to splash out on this drawing of Joe 90's land, sea and air car. Sketches of uniforms from Stingray will also feature in the sale, to be held at Bonhams on 22 November.
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