Auctions: Christies Behind the Scenes + Sotheby's Automobiles of London

Bonhams & Butterfield California Classic

Sunday, 26 October 2008 11:53

Auction Central News checks out the California Classic automotive and motorcycle auction conducted by Bonhams & Butterfield at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles on October 25, 2008. Featuring remaining elements from the Steve McQueen Collection and select vehicles from the Bruce Willis Collection, the auction also contained a huge selection of vintage motorcycles from virtually every era and manufacturer.

Saturday, 09 August 2008 16:41

Thirteen/WNET New York's SundayArts provides a fascinating look behind the scenes at Christies, the world's leading art business.

ELVIS OWNED A WORN PUKA SHELL NECKLACE [Lot 279 - Starting Bid $5000 - There are 0 other bids on this item]

Lot 279

ELVIS OWNED A WORN PUKA SHELL NECKLACE

White coral and turquoise necklace gifted to Dr. Nick by Elvis. Presley told Dr. Nick that he had worn the necklace while filming "Blue Hawaii" (Paramount Pictures, 1961).

It was given to Dr. Nick while vacationing with Elvis and friends in Hawaii. Mounted and housed in a frame. A copy of "Dr. Nick's™ Memories of Elvis" DVD accompanies this lot.

In it, Dr. Nick discusses this item and the other items owned by him in this sale. 16 by 11 1/2 inches, framed PROVENANCE From the Collection of Dr. Nick (George Nichopoulos), personal physician to Elvis Presley.

ELVIS OWNED AND WORN PUKA SHELL NECKLACE

There are 0 other bids on this item.

• Estimate $10,000 - $20,000
• Starting Bid $5000

Women Are Stupid

Future Schlock Volume 1 Trailer

Zolar X "Timeless" Documentary Teaser

THEN: From 1973 to 1981 Zolar X gained notoriety on the west ocast USA for seemingly dressing and acting like space-aliens 24 hours a day! Their outlandish image was matched by strong sonwriting, performances, and over the top stage sets. Zolar X were for a time the "house band" at famed rock star hangout Rodney Bingenheimer's English Disco, and shared stages with Iggy Pop, The New York Dolls, Ray Manzarek, Jobriath, Berlin Brats, and Silverhead (among others). Kiss would check them out and Zolar X slugged it out against all odds in the pre-DIY rock scene. The now cliched factors of substance abuse, mental illness, bad management, and intolerant girlfriends derailed their career. A 1982 posthumous LP (Timeless) became a holy grail for record collectors, and sealed Zolar X's legacy.

NOW: Longtime fan Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys) released a deluxe edition of Timeless in late 2004. Inspired, Zolar X reformed in 2005! Lucky fans should expect metallic amp casings, silver platforms and backdrops, antennae headgear, and ever-changing outfits faithful to the 70's glam era. Whether you are glam, a punk, an indie-rocker, a cult (Psychotronic) movie fan, or still bitching about how Rush sold out in the 80's, Zolar X has something for you! Catch them now, before they once again, leave earth!
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