Michael Jackson’s personal art collection and rare memorabilia up for auction

Michael Jackson’s career marked an iconic era in pop history and he will always be missed.

But fans of the King of Pop will be glad to know that the Guernsey auction house will host the October 23 sale of “Treasures Once Owned by Michael Jackson,” comprising 70 bronze sculptures and other decorative items collected. by Jackson, as well as related memorabilia. to his musical career.

This event is very special as it is believed to be the only auction to feature items recovered from a previous planned sale of Jackson’s possessions in 2009, which was canceled due to legal complications.

Here are our highlights of the sale, from a gift Jackson received from Elizabeth Taylor to an original copy of The Jackson 5’s first recording contract.

Peter Pan bronze sculpture

One of the many bronze sculptures that decorate Jackson’s ranch and amusement park in California, the piece To Neverland! Peter Pan shows the youthful spirit of Neverland Ranch.

Bronze by an acclaimed French sculptor

This 2.5 meter tall bronze statue is by acclaimed 19th century French sculptor Antonin Mercie, whose works are found in some of the most important public places in France. His signature is at the base of the piece.

Jolly Roger pirate ship model

This model is said to be a Christmas present from another icon, Elizabeth Taylor. The large-scale wooden model depicts the Jolly Roger, which was Captain Hook’s pirate ship in Peter Pan. Jackson and Taylor have been known to have given each other lavish gifts back and forth, such as an elephant for Jackson’s ranch and a 17 karat diamond ring and other diamond jewelry for Taylor.

Pair of malachite and gilt chandeliers

These glamorous 1.6-meter tall pieces include intricate details of carved foliage, flowers and dolphins.

The Jackson 5’s First Label Contract

This original contract between Steeltown Records and Joe Jackson, Michael Jackson’s father, marks the beginning of the Jackson 5 on November 21, 1967. Young Jackson recorded some of his early songs under this contract. Ragged and wrinkled paper edges show the years that have passed.

The Jackson 5’s First Acetate Press

What would be more special than the first acetate press of your favorite artist? This piece features a proof print of one of Jackson 5’s early singles, featuring the tracks Big Boy and Some Girls Want Me For Their Lover, with the titles written in ballpoint pen on both sides of the acetate.