Michael Jackson drawings (Miscell inc. 'Historic portraits' and 'Disney characters')

I'm noticing a sudden influx of MJ signed Michael Jackson drawings coming on to the auction market, which seem to share the common themes of either 'portraits of historical figures' or 'Disney characters'.

Both of these themes are of course recognised from Michaels' drawings both at a young age and later in life, but it is interesting that so many new drawings are being released on to the market at the same time.

Here are some current examples:

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/32578267_collection-of-art-by-m...

Tags: Michael, disney, forgery, jackson, parr, portraits

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on September 30, 2025 at 3:36am

Thankfully, it seems that no-one bid, as the item was passed.

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on September 30, 2025 at 3:32am

Another COPY drawing, this time a copy of the 'Dancing feet' sold at Gotta Have Rock and Roll in April 2014.

This copy is being sold via a New Jersey auction on the Liveauctioneers internet platform.

The estimated price is $20,000- $30,000 and the starting price is $300.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/215767983_michael-jackso...

Michael Jackson (1958-2009), Ink on Paper

Signed (lower right)

Image Dimensions: 15 x 10 1/4 in (38 x 26 cm)
Frame Dimensions: 18 3/4 x 14 1/2 in (47.5 x 36.9 cm)

Provenance and Authentication:
This collectible has undergone a rigorous forensic evaluation. The signatures were carefully analyzed across multiple criteria, including ink deposition, material aging characteristics, stylistic consistency, and historical alignment. The findings provide a sound basis for authenticity and historical context, and the piece is accompanied by comprehensive documentation supporting both its provenance and verification.

This striking ink drawing by Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," presents a minimalist yet instantly recognizable depiction of his signature dance pose-legs crossed and toes poised on the ground, complete with glittering socks and high-top shoes. Executed in confident black lines, the image encapsulates the movement, flair, and rhythm that defined Jackson's stage presence. Below the figure, Jackson has added his bold autograph, merging visual art with his personal brand. Such drawings are exceedingly rare, offering not only a symbolic representation of his performance style but also a highly collectible, autographed work of art from the icon himself.

Any statement made in any catalogue or otherwise regarding the origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, or estimated selling price of any lot is an expression of opinion only. Such statements do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by I&J Auction in relation to any lot.

Prospective buyers are strongly advised to satisfy themselves as to the accuracy and reliability of the catalogue description prior to making a purchase.

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on December 1, 2025 at 5:28am

The fake-MJ-signed copy of a post-memorial fan painting called 'Going Home' is up for sale again on Liveauctioneers, from a Florida-based seller with ridiculous estimates ($50-$75k), and minimum bid of $10k.

This fake-signed drawn copy was first discussed in this thread on p64.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/220840577_-micky-and-mic...

"Micky and Michael" by Michael Jackson (American, 1958-2009) Drawing

Estimate $50,000-$75,000 Dec 9, 2025

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on December 5, 2025 at 3:43am

Another fake copy of a fake.

This is a fake Snow White drawing, offered at $400 start on Liveauctioneers, for an auction sale on 11 Dec. 2025.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/221063482_michael-jackso...

This charming hand-drawn depiction of Snow White, boldly signed by Michael Jackson, captures a uniquely personal side of the global icon.

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on April 3, 2026 at 12:37pm

A new fake on ebay.com, which is a near-copy of the cover portrait on the book 'Kunstwerke von Michael Jackson'. Size 27 ins x 20 ins. The starting price is listed as $100, but at this price the 'reserve is not met'. (Note: The MJ Estate says that 'there is no evidence that the drawings in this book are genuine'. This ebay item therefore appears to be a fake copy of a fake).

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/358401567318?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26...

Seller description:

One of the major MJ fine art originals that is available which MJ was personally keeping and not exhibiting in conjunction with his 'This is It' concert tour, is shown here in the attached photograph. It is the Iconic MJ Dance master work of art titled, "My Moonwalk Lunar - Self Portrait". This art was created by Michael Joseph Jackson on the historic archival paper used for the Official Bicentennial of the United States Constitution and United States Presidency custom-hand made paper from the White House.

The valuable historic paper was presented to Michael Jackson by President Ronald Reagan in the 1980's.

Michael Jackson carefully created his iconic work of art on this paper and signed it.

Dimensions: 20" x 27".

This Is one the the rarest self Protrait of MJ ever exist. I have all the officail documents of Authorization from Jackson & Strong Alliance to sell this Artwork. It has been authenticated by the alliance. You are welcome to authenticate the piece by your own authenticator if desire. The artwork as shown in pictures also has an orginal MJ authentication seal stamped on the bottom of the painting.

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on Tuesday

Now that the MJ Biopic is out, I've noticed some new fake 'MJ' drawings by a forger whose work was first described near the beginning of this thread. But these appear to be new drawings. Listed at Williamson Auction Gallery in Florida on Liveauctioneers, with a $225 starting price.

1. "Elizabeth Taylor" by Michael Jackson (United States, 1958-2009) Marker on paper.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/230336404_-elizabeth-tay...

12 x 18 in.

2. "Portrait of Princess Diana" by Michael Jackson (USA, 1958-2009) Colored pencil on paper.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/230336412_-portrait-of-p...

18 x 14 ins

3. "Portrait of Marlon Brando" by Michael Jackson (USA, 1958-2009) Graphite on paper

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/230336411_-portrait-of-m...

22 x 15 ins

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie on Tuesday

Another new fake drawing on the same auction site appears to be a green Peter Pan:

4. "Peter Pan" by Michael Jackson (United States, 1958-2009) Green marker on paper.

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/en-gb/item/230336403_-peter-pan-by-...

12 x 18 ins

NOTE: Other drawings in this auction were previously listed on pages 78 and 81 of this thread, being offered for sale by a UK seller.

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Permalink Reply by Steve Cyrkin, Admin on Tuesday

Has there been an increase in activity since the movie?

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie 19 hours ago

Hi Steve, Apologies for my slow reply - I've just come back online today. Following the MJ Biopic launch , I'm seeing more general discussion of MJ art online, which (sadly) invariably mixes genuine MJ art eg Chaplin drawings with fakes from all sources. I have seen more (maybe 10-20% more) 'new' fake drawings on auction sites eg Liveauctioneers, but I suspect this is partly due to newly-created fake drawings, and partly due to new sightings of older 'unseen' fakes which are now perhaps being re-sold. (Sales and re-sales of most MJ -related items online and at auction were significantly reduced after the release of the false-allegations 'doc' Leaving NL' in early 2019). I'll add a couple of images- one copy-fake (plus fake) Mickey Mouse drawing from a video of mixed MJ fake and genuine drawings on Tik Tok, and one Mickey Mouse 'wink' (with the wink removed) drawing (with a previously discussed-on-this-thread fake signature) which I don't recall seeing before, and which is currently on sale at G*tta.

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Permalink Reply by Lizzie 19 hours ago

I should add that MJ was a genuine artist, who had great respect for other artists- from the classics to modern, and from Disney to comic-book art. I am sure that he would not trace Disney characters and then sign these drawings as if they were his own original artworks.