As reported in previous articles – see Auction Events | Julien’s Auctions | Michael Jackson – Michael Jackson’s MJJ Productions filed a lawsuit against Julien’s Auctions for the return of personal property from the Neverland Ranch that was consigned to the auction house with a sale planned this month. These events appeared to have prompted long time auction partner Auction Network to withdraw as the online bidding service provider. In reviewing the JuliensAuctions.com and LiveAuctioneers.com websites today, it appears that Auction Network has been replaced with competitor Live Auctioneers. [Read more…]
In The News: Colony Capital May “Throw Their Hat Into The Ring” To Stop Julien’s Auctions Sale of Michael Jackson Property
Fox 411’s Roger Freidman, who has been out in front with the developments concerning Julien’s Auctions event and Michael Jackson’s efforts to stop it, today reports that Colony Capital may also take steps to halt the sale of Jackson’s personal property and memorabilia. [Read more…]
Michael Jackson & Julien’s Auctions Lawsuit Update: Review of Preliminary Injunction Declarations, Consignment Agreement
As widely reported in the mainstream media, Michael Jackson’s MJJ Productions has filed a lawsuit against Julien’s Auctions for the return of personal property from the Neverland Ranch that was consigned to the auction house with a sale planned for April 22-April 25, 2009 in Beverly Hills. Having reviewed the Plaintiff’s declarations in support of the motion for injunction as well as the Consignment Agreement, it should prove interesting to learn how the courts ultimately rule on the case. [Read more…]
Michael Jackson & Julien’s Auctions Lawsuit Update, Claims of Threats: “Lives Are At Stake and There Will Be Bloodshed”
As widely reported in the mainstream media, Michael Jackson has filed a lawsuit against Julien’s Auctions for the return of personal property from the Neverland Ranch that was consigned to the auction house with a sale planned for April 22-April 25, 2009 in Beverly Hills. Fox News now reports on claims of threats made against Darren Julien and partner Martin Nolan by a Jackson associate. [Read more…]
Philip Weiss Auctions Cancels “Special Superhero Weekend”
The Philip Weiss website has been advertising a “Special Superhero Weekend” auction event for about a month, with highlights noted as “The Dane Nash Collection” of Superman costumes “originally purchased from Jim Hambrick”. Per the website, this auction event has been canceled, with no further details or explanation. [Read more…]
Movieum of London To Celebrate Anniversary, Host Terry English Exhibit
The Movieum of London will be celebrating its one year anniversary in March, and the celebration will be marked with a special exhibition by world renowned armourer Terry English. [Read more…]
FIDM 17th Annual Art of Motion Picture Costume Design Exhibition
Today’s Ventura County Star features an article about the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) and their 17th annual Art of Motion Picture Costume Design exhibition, which opens Wednesday. [Read more…]
The Comisar Collection Featured in RadioTimes Magazine
James Comisar and the The Comisar Collection were featured in last week’s issue of RadioTimes magazine. The article provides some background about Mr. Comisar and the Collection, his objectives in preserving original props and wardrobe from classic television, and his hopes to find a global exhibition partner to allow the public to enjoy and appreciate the important pop culture artifacts. [Read more…]