The Private Collection of Joan Rivers | Christie's

The late star’s daughter takes a poignant last look at her favourite pieces from the Private Collection of Joan Rivers.
‘One of my mother’s dreams,’ smiles Melissa Rivers, ‘was to be left alone in a Christie’s warehouse with a satchel and nobody supervising her.’ As the only child of celebrated comedian, writer and television host Joan Rivers, Melissa admits she had ‘very, very difficult decisions to make’ when it came to parting with pieces that hold so many cherished memories.
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[@ewat4753]

No one! No one had such exquisite taste in jewelry like Ms. Rivers. Her personal style was beyond. What a treasure.

[@JB-sx3te]

I loved her and her sense of humor. She had impeccable taste. Love her apartment and decor so elegant and classy. RIP. ♥️

[@ivydog100]

I'm tearing -up. The world still doesn't feel quite right without Joan.

[@michaelneel4828]

@annamal pete Another old & bitter Queen that has done nothing with their lives . Soo Soo SAD !!!

[@mrmiss8062]

Ahhh when Joan left us, I felt a part of me went missing. She was a paradigm of woman idol: classy, attractive, stylish, FUNNY and REAL! She's definitely one of a kind.

[@1BobsYourUncle]

Classy? That’s a laugh..

[@christinenewhouse6920]

And giving..

[@joshualovell2003]

Why did she say those hateful things about Michelle Obama?

[@jayniekinser7259]

She voted Republican.

[@LlyleHunter]

There’s a difference between hate and rancor

[@Aceof2Hearts]

In memory of a classy woman who made us not just to smile but to laugh out loud and enjoy the moment. Thank you Joan.....

[@christya2488]

I think Joan, who will always be remembered for her humor, will also enjoy being remembered for her elegance and style.

[@jessicamorales2555]

superb taste. Melissa shows her respect and love for her talented mom

[@glennstockley2197]

Disgusting display of insecurity and greed.

[@Trollika_Devi]

While some of the stuff is good the overall vibe is tacky.

[@bentleyhorne2952]

I miss Joan Rivers. She taught us that if you can laugh at the bad things that happen in life, the bad things will never win. Rest peacefully, reunited with the souls that you love.

[@LS-dp2gs]

Us? My mom taught me that.

[@mov1ngforward]

How fortunate we were to have had just a glimpse of this elegant lady. ❤

[@rebecanajar9841]

I wish I had the money to buy some of her things... Loved Joan Rivers ♥️

[@divinekate]

Thank you Melissa, for sharing your Mother with us..Joan was a treasure herself. Still miss her...Blessings to you dearheart.💜💜

[@ivorytower99]

It still upsets me to this day, what a senseless death. Joan Rivers lives on forever in her jokes, her memories and through video, luckily.

[@jv-ep2tc]

We must always question any procedure that a doctor recommends. Always know what the risk is. Always know everything about anybody that touches you in a medical office: where they went to school, have there ever been any complaints, filed against them, etc. etc. people people do your research. Much of so-called modern medicine is very dangerous and the patient’s well-being comes last.

[@markallen3293]

Melissa you have warmed my heart. Thank You. I loved you mothers work very much, I remember her hosting Johnny's show, Oh so grand memories when I was young. God's speed Joan.

[@mizzpink98z24cavi]

This world doesn't laugh anymore because Joan isn't in it. Love Joan very much.

[@rachelw821]

The love between Melissa and her mother is so palpable.

[@kittyviveen9448]

Joan Rivers was the funniest woman ever. If ever you are depressed or just going through a bad period, read one of her books. Within 5 minutes you can't stop laughing, I promise you

[@loyshaw935]

I dont understand? WHY would you part with some of these items Melissa if they were so precious to you?

[@ellenamontana1352]

i loved Joan so much for years and i miss her on fashion police' i would look forward to seeing the show.

[@fastnbulbouss]

I'm really impressed. Not easy to fill a room with so many luxurious items and make it look so perfect and balanced. Truly beautiful interior. Not my style at all, but, wow....this is way up there with the very best. Strange how different it is from her public image.

[@ghostdog1454]

Funny as she was, a woman of class and elegance. Thanks for the memories.

[@bretnielsen5502]

Melissa has her mothers beautiful face; watching her brings back such fond memories over the years watching Joan.

[@Cherryvanilla27]

Horrible entitled nasty spoiled brat . I always felt so bad this was all Joan ever had.

[@marlenedecook7789]

She's so right about letting go and let someone else enjoy the collection .

[@jayniekinser7259]

Oh yeah. And what fun would it be if she just kept them in a vault? This is better. She is giving honor to her mom.

[@christophermyers3758]

I'm grateful for having the pleasure of meeting Joan years ago, at Spago in West Hollywood, after my pizza dinner! She was so nice and gracious in person, she really looked at me in the eyes, as I spoke to her, and I'll never forget it. 🤗 I still miss her sense of humor and style! 😢

[@trixVK]

I remember watching Joan on QVC and every time she spoke with a caller she would have them leave their information so she could send them a companion piece of jewelry to the piece they had just ordered. She was so gracious for being such a "tough old broad". I truly admired her. RIP Joan 💖

[@Shazzadut1]

I think I read that Joan told Melissa to keep what she wanted and then sell the rest, which is what she is doing. I miss Joan. I miss Fashion Police with Joan. She was so sharp. She death was avoidable. Okay she was in her 80’s but she was sharp, still working hard, independent and feisty. She had fabulous taste. I saw a photo of her Thanksgiving table. Melissa was right. It was heavily laden with beautiful china and glassware and flowers. A gracious hostess of a bygone era.

[@scarletfluerr]

That's what the heirs always say. Right before they sell Grandmas teeth.

[@biancahotca3244]

Sorry to say, but she was nasty and she swore a lot.

[@gailmiller6333]

scarletfluerr 😂😂Funny😂😂!

[@lpc61]

Yes. There was so much and melissa chose what she kept. Again there was so much......

[@williamf4544]

@@biancahotca3244 If your sorry have a bit of class and keep your nasty mouth shut - vile people like you just cant resist throwing in a nasty remark even when people are remembering with sadness someone who has died - you are disgusting

[@goldkhw]

When Joan Rivers was demonstrating her jewelry on television her voice sounded like my mother's voice. My mother was from England but her voice was the same. I had watched Joan Rivers when she had an afternoon show and I particularly loved her jewelry back then. What a terrible blow when I clicked on the computer one morning and there was the news. She was gone. It was so ridiculous. I had just bought a CD and watched her show and she was so vital and strong and giving away plants to the audience as only she would. I really do miss her because she would have been with us for a very long time. Gone too soon. Too soon.

[@1212matt]

I miss you mother so much , she brought great joy to me..... I truly miss her......

[@newnormtrump7519]

JOAN RIVERS IS A TRUE ICONIC SHE WILL ALWAYS BE LOVED AND MISSED I LOVED HER BUBBLY PERSONALITY I REALLY HOPE THIS ISN'T THE ONLY VIDEO SHARED ABOUT THE JOAN RIVERS MAY GOD BLESS HER AMEN

[@barpaza]

I LOVED HER

[@newnormtrump7519]

HOW CAN ANYBODY NOT LOVE HER SHE WAS A TRUE TREASURE

[@historylvr8000]

Magnificently unapologetically Grandiose just like Joan's heart and soul! She was one of a kind and one in a trillion! Miss you Joan...♡♥♡

[@historylvr8000]

@Terri Freeman And...just what are you doing to help those poor veterans?! I'm sure passing judgment is making a change!

[@LIT70]

Thank you, Melissa and Christie's. Joan was truly one of a kind.

[@dxmxo9427]

In the End Nothing is ours,We leave Everything behind..Only our Energy also known as our Soul is what we got.

[@WhirledPeace]

Dima Androgynous Amen ❤️🕊❤️

[@NYangelicany]

That's true....

[@GodsFavoriteBassPlyr]

This was tastefully done. There's a great line from a song written by Louis Marshall Jones - "For when you leave this earth for a better home someday, The only think you'll take is what you gave away." And Joan gave a LOT. She was an amazingly generous person. (Jones was better known as 'Grandpa Jones'.)

[@hjones1]

I’ve got a head start - I’ve got nothing now.

[@barpaza]

You are so right... It wonderful to enjoy our loved ones...while we can.

[@heyjude4842]

I always loved Joan. We miss her as you do

[@TheReturnOfStephan1]

This was a beautiful video. Images of those who are precious to you deserve to be presented in such wonderful frames. Thanks for posting.:)

[@angelofdeath5094]

Melissa , sorry for your loss . Your mother was dearly loved by so many . She will surely be missed as well as remembered . God bless you for carrying out your mother's wishes , I know she's smiling down on you and very proud . May God continue to watch over you as I know he's allowing your mother to do . P.S. I see your mother in you .

[@BEAUTYnIQ]

April 2020 whos watching .. my gosh melissa how you look just like your mother .. ! Lovely things but yes I was taught some pieces stay in the family .. even so we never really own antiques we just get to take care of them for awhile .. let go of some, cant keep it all .. we are all flawed, even mothers .. she loved you so .. she had terrific values .. and wonderful work ethic .. !

[@gabybejarano4684]

Our very dearest Joan Rivers. Her apartament was beautiful. GOD blessed you Melissa ( missy) Libby

[@romanking3547]

Joan is like my mom she always says "Don't hold onto any of my trash for sentimental reasons, when I die, I'll be in your heart"

[@sharongill9837]

Why buy stuff in the first place and then call it trash later??

[@grod805]

@@sharongill9837 because everyone should live their own lives and own what they want. It's not fair to make your kids feel guilty over not keeping all your stuff. My grandmother died 14 years ago. My cousin kept her old car that he has just parked in his driveway since then. It's all rusted now and doesn't work. What good does that make?

[@joeanonymous1834]

Yes, particularly if one needs the money. Please. In a strong field, self deception is one of the ugliest human traits. I lost my wife about a year ago and I just had her extravagant jewelry collection appraised. If money were no object, I would keep everything. Of course it "should be enjoyed." I'm a masculine man and keeping it, for me, would be like vicariously visiting my wonderful wife in some small way every time I opened the jewelry boxes. I will keep some, including a couple of the most valuable pieces. However, being in my fifties and not being "set for life," I simply can't justify the luxury of keeping everything. What a better life it would be if we were all capable of just being honest.

[@sharongill9837]

@@joeanonymous1834 I'm sorry for your loss💕 sure at the end of the day you do with what you feel is right, God bless xx

[@TheresaPowers]

your mom is different from Joan. your mother had trash and Joan had collector items that had meaning.

[@Pippa-tf8je]

Remember Melissa has lost both of her parents suddenly - lm sure they were both very proud of her - we are with you Melissa - We miss her too 💎 Cherish your precious memories 🙏

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

Awesome collection..she is miss greatly...

[@peacetree5000]

Joan was a treasure herself..

[@pltopper771]

she is still loved by many.....rip

[@suginami123]

Joan was fearless. Astonishing in her directness. Joan and Bianca are now history.

[@Diana-dd4dt]

That apartment of hers is just breathtakingly gorgeous! All that detail and all the thought she put behind everything shows us how truly talented this woman was when it came to beauty and design. I still miss her everyday. I grew up watching her and, although I'm 19, I still admire her to this day and look at her as an example for what I strive to become in this life of mine. Joan, you are so, so missed!

[@jayniekinser7259]

You are 19. Wow. I was probably 19 when she was first becoming famous.

[@philipmarsh2801]

Beautiful touching from her daughter

[@TheJamiebaby15]

I still miss her like mad such a beautiful person

[@donnaflowers6326]

Thank you for sharing Melissa. May your Mother RIP. Thank you for keeping her memory alive.

[@oscarsoriano6123]

Joan rivera! The utmost un charm! Mayor she resto un peace. Luv, melissa!

[@oscarsoriano6123]

She was intelligent, distinguished, beautiful and classy. And a superb enteryainer,ay god bless her!

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[@pinklady6042]

I just loved her apartment. Just beautiful.

[@donpace6405]

Bless you , your mom was very Beautiful and very funny she had so much class and was so funny you have to ask yourself is anyplace very secure for such precious items no matter where they go you will always have their memories in your Heart you are your Mothers Angel forever.

[@gsmapple938]

Hi Melissa .. Ure Mom Her Honor was a legend and a Royalty loved by each and everyone ...i remember when i first moved to NYC from Germany,i went to c her one woman Show at The Fes on Lafayette street NYC..i was in love with Joan Rivers ..she pictured my life in few words...she s Hilarious ,Extremly funny and absolutly Fabulous....i miss her alot..love her soo much... Love khalid from NYC/Morocco...

[@1AlphaOmega0]

Ornate design... something missing from today's world!

[@wizzardofpaws2420]

It's amazing how much she looks like her mother. And I had collected all the Joan Rivers costume jewelry I still have lots and lots of it and I loved it all

[@barbaralemere5183]

Joan had incredible taste and you can see that the things that she collected she collected because she loved them.

[@penelope-oe2vr]

It would be a girls dream come true to sit at a vanity with Joan's jewelry. Elegant lady, always

[@mistergrandpasbakery9941]

Melissa, thank you for this. You are an extraordinary woman in your own right. I always admired you when I was a teenager!

[@KingJonathan.p]

I’m sorry but I wouldn’t sell my family heirlooms and personal objects. Those things are meant to be kept and passed on within the family. Especially if the have sentimental value or memory.

[@GFSLombardo]

The late, great Joan Rivers. Gone way too soon and sorely missed (especially now). Not bad for a little Jewish American Princess from Brooklyn! And she was FUNNY!

[@barbaramelville6940]

Agree she was to funny rip joan

[@projects6456]

A lady sadly missed and you are an amazing person.

[@elftails]

I’m just glad Melissa held those physicians accountable for their unprofessionalism. Thankfully physicians Gwen Korovin, Renuka Bankulla and Lawrence Cohen took responsibility and are no longer at Yorkville Endoscopy in New York. Yes they are still practicing but they will not be stupid enough to repeat such a foolish blunder.

[@robtaylor7519]

She clearly didn't inherit her mom's sense of humour. With Joan, this would have been hilarious.

[@JeBusInYoutbe]

She seems stuck up and neurotic which I could get having Joan as mom

[@loretyoung536]

Girl, you are looking just like your mom. I remembered when you went to college. I followed your mom . She was a stylish woman.

[@joansmith3296]

I LOVE Faberge just like Joan did. If I ever got my hands on the real thing I could die happy. RIP Joan.

[@peterpalmer9755]

If I were her daughter, I could not bear to part with my mother's most precious belongings. Especially the framed family photos.

[@fanys7413]

Peter Palmer i know, it doesn’t seem right to me to auction the frames with pictures in them :(

[@williamf4544]

Probably advised to do that by the auction house to get the max possible - im sure her daughter will have had duplicates of these photos made

[@Bunny-rh1yy]

Joan was brilliant and she is missed.

[@sonyagraske376]

Oh how I miss Joan Rivers. 💯😢♥️

[@susanlewis9351]

You can't take it with you. I'm sure Joan and Melissa spoke about what she wanted for with her things before even though she died unexpectedly. What a sad loss that was. God BlessMelissa and her so . Loved Joan

[@cathrina1786]

She definetly look like her mother, like twin. Gid bless u

[@MrMrremmington]

Melissa thank you. You have a lot of material in our world that you can watch your mom doing her thing.She was always fun and full of energy. I like that she stood up for herself she was a strong women and that’s why so many people picked on her. I know I hurt her, She shared that with us. That’s why we love her, she was the real thing no crap. I do miss her.

[@PhilVerryChannel]

She was a friend of Liberace and he once said, " These items don't belong to me, each of these items belongs to the people of the world I'm just their caretaker for now and I get to enjoy them. They will go back to the world someday, where they belong."

[@phoeberaymond8781]

Her family has the same history as mine on my moms side. Fascinating!

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

god rest her soul

[@elizabeths8229]

Melissa...... You are SO BEAUTIFUL to your mother....the love you share is obvious & may your days ahead be 🌝

[@gardensofthegods]

Joan Rivers had Exquisite taste. Also that apartment is the location of Joan River's story on Celebrity Ghost Stories... it was a truly fascinating episode... some of it was really frightening. Joan bought that apartment which I think was originally was the ballroom.. or part of the ballroom when she was broke. By broke she may have meant when she was down to her last few million ... she was able to turn that situation around and make sure that the last few decades of her life were lived gloriously . I would have loved to have been able to buy something of hers at auction

[@katewest130]

Joan is an icon dearly loved & missed by all. I share her sentiments about things are meant to be used & loved. My pet peeve is saving jewelry “for good”.

[@analavig]

I would keep at least the apartment with all the furniture,it's like a palace!😍 The problem with the youth is that they don't want to have any work that's why they want everything sleek and modern,it's more practical,but not me,i also believe that more is more! I'm not a minimalist for sure!😉

[@pavofan59]

Melissa probably couldn't afford the taxes.

[@pianoman551000]

Joan still owed money on her apartment at the time of her death, according to Melissa, which I don't understand with all the money she accumulated over the years,

[@martinwright4125]

she really had a wonderful eye and excellent taste. it is my understanding that she had her own ideas re: decorating, and that much of the decorating in her homes was those things which she owned and picked out from her extensive travel.

[@lisastallingskeelor3328]

I’m still saddened Joan is gone. 😢😢

[@traceyyeoman8391]

Joan was a true Capricorn at heart loved the classics, she made the money to have it all well done to Joan.

[@jackmac6965]

She was Gemini. Very very Gemini

[@roxannesantoro7503]

@canarsiemarsie You're absolutely right Gemini..

[@kmgirl1967]

Joan was a Gemini!! I be live....June 8....1933!!

[@marykoritheasmith2411]

I miss Joan. Her style taste and humour was a joy to watch

[@dimitridebastogne1512]

It would be nice to create a Museum or a place where people who loved Joan Rivers could still feel her presence and pay a tribute by visiting her apartment and appreciate her exquisite taste. Thank you for the upload.Best Wishes. DDB.

[@jaimeattenborough5952]

That was amazing to watch !

[@DD-hy1nl]

What beautiful treasures! I wish I could have bought just one beautiful piece from Joan's own collections..But I could never afford any or her things that were up for auction..I always enjoy your funny jokes and you were a Classy lady, you dressed beautifully..I miss you so much Joan, maybe someday I will meet you in Heaven..RIP Funny Lady.

[@dianeelaine]

Joan had great style in everything.

[@gloriahanes6490]

I am sure Joan's daughter, Melissa, is keeping something as a memory of her mother. What we collect, how we decorate, the type of home we live in, all reflect our personality and how we choose to live. Joan Rivers lived and was loved by many, we saw her for the refined and elegant woman she truly was in real life.

[@jonaswunderkind4580]

I wonder why did she sell all of this treasure? She could keep and pass on! It is hard to source certain items, but anyways its heartbreaking.. we love you Joan!

[@mikeday62]

Melissa is adorable and wonderful like her mom.

[@lasuvidaboy]

Joan said she lived a very formal lifestyle and her ornate homes show that. She had exquisite taste in antiques and they suited her. Melissa was very fortunate to have been blessed with such a loving mother.

[@godzooke]

A wonderful woman, one of the all time great comics. And, she achieved all of these treasures through her own talent and hard work. RIP Miss Rivers.

[@lalalalaname5845]

Lovely and touching. Thank you for this.

[@carriea.2467]

I am so glad u think so beautiful that way , yes it should be sell for someone that will use and love it like your mom did . I really love seeing your mom on TV she made me laugh so much when she would criticize womans dresses on the Red Carpet ...😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@tcareccia]

That woman was my freaking hero.

[@scouser2010ify]

She lived like royalty she often said I work so hard so I can live the way I do if only other people thought this way

[@mscott3918]

Exceptionally fine taste. Superb collection.

[@sidviscus]

Wow, learning that Vincent Price is Melissa's godfather. Joan truly has a royal family and she was the queen of comedy.

[@sherwood9043]

Aloha, I loved your mom. I grew up watching her living her very large life. Thank you for sharing her things. I'm sorry she's gone, Melissa. My mom is gone also, they leave a very large space. I love to see her apt pictures. So tasteful, I could feel her. So nice. Thank you.

[@SirParcifal]

I miss Joan so much - she was honest - brutally honest and I loved her for that!

[@barbaramelville6940]

Me to

[@leemclaury6251]

We collect stuff but in the end we take nothing when we leave this earth.

[@jamesfox2579]

I just love this!❤️

[@holefan69]

Why is this stuff being sold? Melissa mentioned "This piece I wish I could have kept".. Melissa and her son were left EVERYTHING Joan owned! So why does she have to sell it?

[@pavofan59]

Estate taxes I assume.

[@chomama1628]

Many pieces were priceless. The insurance alone would be tremendous. Plus security.

[@chomama1628]

Many pieces were priceless. The insurance alone would be tremendous. Plus security.

[@williamf4544]

Many pieces were priceless. The insurance alone would be tremendous. Plus security.

[@Rainy_Day12234]

She was a great talent and is missed.

[@glamdolly30]

Joan would be so proud of her daughter, she has matured into an elegant, smart lady. Imagine having the late, great Vincent Price and Coral Browne as your Godparents - how fabulous and camp! I confess I'm a little baffled as to why Melissa would sell such personal keepsakes as framed photos. It's not like she needs the money!

[@zapfanzapfan]

RIP Joan Rivers, the funniest comedian I have ever seen.