#7394 • Michael Jackson's "Motown 25" Florsheim Loafers

Part of Collection of the de Medici Royal Family (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $120,000-$130,000 Michael Jackson's Personally Owned "Motown 25" Florsheim Imperial Loafers Numbered "Michael #2" W/Letter of Authenticity - NEVER BEFORE OFFERED AT AUCTION. These loafers were personally owned by Michael Jackson and were used for the "Motown 25" television special rehearsal. These black leather Florsheim Imperial loafers are the shoes that Michael Jackson wore during the rehearsal of "Billie Jean", a rehearsal which marks the very first time Michael Jackson ever performed his now famous moonwalk on stage. Photos found in archives show Michael Jackson wearing them during the rehearsal. These loafers have never been offered at auction. According to the letter of authenticity Michael referred to this pair as his "magic shoes." The loafers are marked "Motown 25" and signed "Michael Jackson" on the soles in blue marker, and one of the shoes is also numbered "Michael #2". "Motown 25: Yesterday, Today and Forever" was the first time that Michael Jackson performed Billie Jean onstage. These shoes are an incredibly iconic piece of Jackson history. The loafers will be accompanied by a typed letter of authenticity, with an original endorsement from legendary choreographer and dancer Lester Wilson, who states that Michael gave him the shoes in his dressing room after rehearsing with his brothers for the special. The lot will also include a photograph of Michael rehearsing with his brothers (as pictured). If you would like more information regarding the provenance or authenticity of this piece, please call Brigitte at (760) 610-4175. These shoes are in wonderful condition for their age, with evident signs of use to the soles. Please view all of the photos for complete condition of the piece.