She went from Queen of the Movies to Box Office Poison and she still had the biggest ego in Hollywood. Her home, Brentwood, was a testament to her extravagance, and she's absolutely spellbinding in 'Johnny Guitar' and the horrifying 'Whatever Happened to Baby Jane' (where lots of the fighting between her and Bette Davis was done a little bit too realistically, their decades-long feud being no big secret). She was hard as nails and absolutely captivating...
Well, Doyles Auction House in New York are holding an auction of her estate today. In addition to lots and lots of paintings, furniture and books, her couture collection is up for sale too. And what does it mostly consist of? Furs and gold-plated jewellery, the ultimate in faded glamour and perfect for channeling her cheekbones.
We <3 you Joan.
Sable Cardigan Style Coat, estimated at $600 - $900
Gold-plated Metal and Rhinestone Earclips and Ring, estimate $300 - $500
Ebony Mink Coat, estimate $750 - $1000
Cream Ostrich and Coq Feather Boa, estimate $200 - $300
Mink Scarf with Tail Fringes, est. $600 - $900
Gold-plated metal necklace and earclips, estimated at $200 - $300
Silver Fox Rectangular Stole, est. $600 - $900
0 CLICK HERE TO LEAVE A COMMENT :):
Post a Comment