Press Photo
(1989 American Music Awards)
Item Description
Up for sale is a rare, 100% authentic vintage silver gelatin press photograph featuring the King of Pop,Michael Jackson, captured in January 1989 during the absolute peak of his legendary Bad era.This stunning shot shows Michael wearing his famous high-fashion military-style jacket with multiple buckle details,receiving the prestigious Special Award of Achievement.Standing alongside him is the legendary actor and comedian Eddie Murphy, who presented the award during the 16th Annual American Music Awards ceremony at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.
Key Features & Authenticity Details
Type: Original Vintage Press Photo (Odbitka prasowa)
Date of Image: January 1989 (FEB.89 stamped on reverse)
Subject: Michael Jackson & Eddie Murphy
Photographer: Greg De Guire / LFI
Paper: Authentic Kodak paper from the era
Who is Greg DeGuire
Greg DeGuire is a prominent Los Angeles-based celebrity and entertainment photographer
who has served as a visual chronicler of Hollywood's red carpets for decades.
His lens has captured pivotal moments in modern pop culture at major industry events,
including the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and SAG Awards.
As a prolific contributor to premier photographic agencies like Getty Images and PictureGroup,
DeGuire has built a massive portfolio of hundreds of thousands of images
that routinely feature in top-tier global publications such as Forbes and HuffPost.
He is a definitive chronicler of show business, whose work significantly
shapes the visual identity of contemporary Hollywood
Provenance/Markings
Features the official archival text stamp of "LONDON FEATURES INTERNATIONAL LTD."
printed on the back,
confirming it originated from the press archives of the renowned UK media agency
based in London
Authentic vintage agency notations and details on the reverse:
"MICHAEL JACKSON & EDDIE MURPHY AT THE AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 1989"
along with the official archive code "CPS/LFI" and production date "FEB.89"
Dimensions
6” x 8” inches (approx. 15 x 20.5cm)
Laboratory Standard: In the era of analogue photography, this was one of the standard sizes for darkroom prints.
It was large enough for a photo editor to assess sharpness and detail,
yet compact enough to fit perfectly into editorial folders and archives.
Condition
Good Vintage Condition:
The photo has been remarkably well-preserved. It shows sharp details and strong contrast.
The corners of the photo are slightly worn, consistent with an authentic archival piece that passed through a newsroom press desk.
Please review the high-resolution images provided (both front and back) to judge the exact condition for yourself.
Shipping & Handling
Worldwide Shipping Available with fully tracked and insured delivery.
Professional Packaging: The photograph will be packed flat in a heavy-duty,
rigid cardboard mailer with additional protective sleeves to ensure it arrives in pristine condition.
IMPORTANT
Copyright Notice:
This image is fully protected by copyright law.
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