Mirka Mora’s Sons Sue Over Estate Administration and Art Valuation
Philippe and Tiriel Mora, the surviving sons of late Australian artist Mirka Mora, have launched legal action in the Supreme Court of Victoria regarding the administration of their mother’s estate. The brothers argue they have been treated unfairly by the current and former trustees. The dispute follows the 2023 death of their brother, William Mora, whose widow, Anna Mortley-Mora, is named as a respondent alongside current trustees Anthony William Parsons and Allan Verstandig, and former trustees Bernard Marin and Christopher Vincent Maher. The plaintiffs question whether proper duties were discharged, including the creation of an accurate inventory of artworks valued at approximately $6 million in 2019. They also raise concerns about copyright fees, trademarks, and licensing agreements with companies like Kip & Co. The sons propose appointing new trustees, art dealer Tim Olsen and accountant Danny Lustig, to manage the estate. Former trustees defend their actions, stating they acted diligently and in good faith to protect Mirka Mora’s legacy. The case highlights significant tensions within the family over the financial and artistic management of the renowned painter’s substantial portfolio.
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Mirka Mora’s Sons Sue Over Estate Administration and Art Valuation
Philippe and Tiriel Mora, the surviving sons of late Australian artist Mirka Mora, have launched legal action in the Supreme Court of Victoria regarding the administration of their mother’s estate. The brothers argue they have been treated unfairly by the current and former trustees. The dispute follows the 2023 death of their brother, William Mora, whose widow, Anna Mortley-Mora, is named as a respondent alongside current trustees Anthony William Parsons and Allan Verstandig, and former trustees Bernard Marin and Christopher Vincent Maher. The plaintiffs question whether proper duties were discharged, including the creation of an accurate inventory of artworks valued at approximately $6 million in 2019. They also raise concerns about copyright fees, trademarks, and licensing agreements with companies like Kip & Co. The sons propose appointing new trustees, art dealer Tim Olsen and accountant Danny Lustig, to manage the estate. Former trustees defend their actions, stating they acted diligently and in good faith to protect Mirka Mora’s legacy. The case highlights significant tensions within the family over the financial and artistic management of the renowned painter’s substantial portfolio.
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