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The Fedder estate was sold for roughly 123,000 euros at auction.

Jan Fedder, a Hamburg actor who passed away in 2019, was known for his love of collecting various items. Recently, his widow sold off some of these possessions at auction.

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May 2, 2024
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Marion Fedder (M), widow of Jan Fedder.
Marion Fedder (M), widow of Jan Fedder.

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Press outlets retell stories. - The Fedder estate was sold for roughly 123,000 euros at auction.

To maintain the legacy of the late actor Jan Fedder, who passed away in 2019, and establish memorial spots, his spouse has sold a portion of his vast accumulation. Over 123,000 euros were gathered from 26 auctions, astonishing and delighting Marion Fedder. "I'm still stunned by the numerous admirers and how enormous his fan base still is. The fact that so many individuals bid blows me away," she informed the German Press Agency in Hamburg on Tuesday. Jan's popularity remains unshaken. "It was an exceptional experience for me."

Naturally, the most significant sums were accrued during the vintage Mercedes Ponton 180 D auction on Monday evening. This 1960 vehicle exchanged hands for an astonishing 70,050 euros. In advance of the bid, there were 101 bidders for the vintage piece.

A Ford Explorer (16,550 euros) employed in the popular show "Großstadtrevier" and Fedder's motorcycle were also auctioned off. The esteemed Moto Guzzi 850 California T3 from 1978 was sold for a striking 16,151 euros. Commencing bidding for all these items was 1 euro.

Additionally, a toast Hawaii roaster that Jan Fedder received as a birthday gift from TV chef Tim Mälzer was auctioned off and went for 1,367 euros. In the end, an aluminized Zippo lighter with the German eagle from German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt even garnered 8,300 euros. Other objects offered at the auction comprised photographs, a coat checkroom sign, sunglasses, and an ancient Bravo magazine.

Marion Fedder was thrilled by the high demand, with many people approaching her intending to acquire additional collector's items. "The demand was so high that I'm probably going to do it again next year." Nonetheless, she'll no longer have any vehicles from the Fedder possession. "Cars are off the table now, but there's still a lot more things here," she said with a chuckle. For instance, a pinball machine and Hans Albers' desk remain part of the accumulation.

Since Jan Fedder's demise, his wife has routinely auctioned or had auctioned off his valuable possessions. The funds raised were bequeathed to the Michel church in Hamburg, a location Fedder held in high regard.

Marion Fedder prefers to utilize the earnings from these new auctions to preserve her husband's legacy and create additional memorials. "So that Jan will remain an enduring legend," she preemptively added.

The auction was held on Ebay.

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Source: www.stern.de

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