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BEATLES
Rare fully signed With the Beatles album, autographed for the Empire Liverpool’s stage manager in December 1963
7001. Beatles Rare Signed Album - With the Beatles - Signed for the Empire Liverpool Stage Manager in 1963. Fantastic Parlophone UK mono pressing of the Beatles’ second album, With the Beatles, beautifully signed and inscribed on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “To Barbara, love, John Lennon, xxx,” “Love, Paul McCartney, xxx,” “George Harrison, xxx,” and “Ringo Starr, xxx.” In fine condition, with some mild toning and soiling. The record is included. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “Signed in Dec. 1963. I was stage manager at the Empire Liverpool when Juke Box Jury was recorded followed by ‘It’s the Beatles.’ I had the LP signed while they were in the dressing room prior to the show. With a dedication to my then girlfriend—Barbara. When she arrived at the show (with tickets I had provided) she brought another boyfriend! So she never received the L.P.” The inner sleeve bears an inscription from the stage manager to Barbara.
Also includes letters of authenticity from Tracks and Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “The signatures were obtained on December 7, 1963, by the stage manager of the Empire Theatre in Liverpool. On this day, The Beatles were at the location to
film a BBC television show called ‘It’s The Beatles’…A stamp in the upper right hand corner ‘Allen Bros.’ refers to the local record store in Liverpool where the album was purchased. This is a magnificent example of a ‘With The Beatles’ signed LP, and there are very few in existence which have been signed as nicely, or are in the condition this one is in.”
On December 7, 1963, the Beatles appeared at Liverpool’s Empire Theater to tape a special edition of the BBC show Juke Box Jury—starring John, Paul, George, and Ringo as the program’s star judges—and then gave a special Northern area fan club convention live concert. Both events were taped and broadcast by the BBC later that evening. In the concert, the Beatles played a short version of ‘From Me To You,’ followed by ‘I Saw Her Standing There,’ ‘All My Loving,’ ‘Roll Over Beethoven,’ ‘Boys,’ ‘Till There Was You,’ ‘She Loves You,’ ‘This Boy,’ ‘I Want To Hold Your Hand,’ ‘Money (That’s What I Want),’ ‘Twist And Shout,’ and another version of ‘From Me To You.’
Only 15-20 band-signed With the Beatles albums are estimated to exist; this one, featuring bold autographs and superb provenance, is a superior example. Starting Bid $5000
The Beatles celebrate their latest film, Magical
Mystery
Tour, signing for their youngest costar
7002. Beatles Signed Magical Mystery Tour EPObtained at the Film’s Launch Party at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel (December 21, 1967). Exceptionally rare Parlophone Records Magical Mystery Tour double EP record by the Beatles, signed and inscribed on the inside front cover and opening booklet page in pencil, “To Nichole, love, John Lennon, x,” “Love, Ringo Starr,” “Paul McCartney,” and “Love from, George Harrison.”
The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained by Nicola Hale, who starred opposite the Beatles in the Magical Mystery Tour film and is credited in the offered booklet as ‘The Little Girl.’ Hale obtained the signatures at the film’s launch party held at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel on December 21, 1967, and, as such, the booklet is also signed by six other
attendees from the party, including cast members George Claydon, Shirley Evans, Victor Spinetti, and Derek Royle, filmmaker Peter Theobald, and pop singer Lulu, who famously scolded John Lennon for his drunken flirtations towards Pattie Harrison at the party; Lennon’s inebriated state may also explain for his misspelling of the recipient’s name.
The complete signed EP is attractively matted with a large color image of the band, a second Magical Mystery Tour EP (with removed pages to show front cover and inner vinyl sleeve, the latter with a reference to ‘Little Nicola’), and a typed caption indicating that the booklet was previously sold at Christie’s in 1998. Framed together to an overall size of 20.5 x 31.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
The only known Beatles-signed ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ royal world premiere ticket extant, obtained by a chef at The Dorchester Hotel’s celebratory post-screening dinner
7003. Beatles Signed ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ Royal World Premiere Ticket - The Only Known BandSigned Example. Incredibly rare color 7.25 x 4.5 largeformat ticket for the royal world premiere of the Beatles’ first film, the classic 1964 musical comedy A Hard Day’s Night, which was held at London’s Pavilion Theatre on July 6, 1964, signed beautifully on the reverse in blue ink by John Lennon, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr. Issued for Seat No. 26 in Dress Circle Row A, the ticket features heartshaped portraits of each Beatle and notes the attendance of Princess Margaret and the Earl of Snowdon. In fine condition, with light handling wear.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the daughter of the original recipient: “[After the premiere]...a champagne supper dinner was held at The Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London. My father, Mr. Brian Howitt, was a senior chef on duty that night at The Dorchester Hotel and he asked one of the waiting staff to obtain The Beatles autographs on his behalf. All four signed the reverse side of the ticket.” To date, this is the only known fully signed ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ premiere ticket to have surfaced at auction. Starting Bid $1000
Scarce signed program from the Fab Four’s 1963 Winter Gardens engagement
7004. Beatles Signed 1963 Winter Gardens Program. Exceptional original 5.75 x 9 program for the Beatles at the Winter Gardens at Margate, Kent, England, from July 8–13, 1963, two pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr, xx.” Each Beatle signs beside his respective likeness, an image taken by photographer Angus McBean on January 21, 1963, at EMI House in Manchester Square, London. In very good condition, with dampstaining blurring McCartney’s signature and affecting appearance. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a statement of provenance from the former owner.
The band played 12 shows over six consecutive nights at the Winter Gardens, with opening acts including the Dakotas, Billy J. Kramer, and comedian Derek Roy. Their nine-song set list included ‘Please Please Me,’ ‘I Saw Her Standing There,’ and the energetic closing track, ‘Twist and Shout.’ An exemplary autographed piece from the Beatles at the start of their fame, boasting four crisp signatures. Starting Bid $1000
Amazing
fully
signed Beatles photo
from mid-1963—a super rare pose, excellent in every regard
7476. Beatles Signed Photograph - Rare Pose, Encapsulated by PSA/DNA. Vintage circa mid-1963 glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo of the Beatles smiling brightly and looking directly into the camera, with George holding an autograph album in his left hand, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Susan, love from the Beatles, George Harrison,” “John Lennon,” “Love, Paul McCartney, xxx,” and “Ringo Starr, xxx.” In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/ DNA authentication holder.
Accompanied by letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA and noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, who states: “This photo was signed by The Beatles in late 1963, and is an excellent example of a Beatles signed photo in every regard.” We couldn’t agree more with Mr. Caiazzo; possessing brilliant, crisp autographs against the blank upper background, this photo is further complemented by its highly uncommon image, depicting the lads huddled together in an exuberant front-facing pose that we have not seen before. Starting Bid $2500
First pressing of the Beatles’ debut single, signed the day after its release
7005. Beatles Signed ‘Love Me Do / P.S. I Love You’ 45 RPM Single Record - Parlophone UK First Pressing - Signed One Day After Its Release. Exceptionally rare and desirable Parlophone UK first pressing of the Beatles’ debut single, ‘Love Me Do / P.S. I Love You,’ signed on the A-side label in black ballpoint, “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney, xx,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr, xxx.” This first pressing has the ‘Type 1’ label with “Made in Gt. Britain”
below the Parlophone logo and has a “ZT” tax code and matrix numbers of “7XCE 17144-1N” and “7XCE 17145-1N.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, who notes that the autographs were obtained at a record signing session at Dawson’s Music Shop, Widnes, England, which occurred on October 6, 1962, just one day after the record’s release. Starting Bid $1000
Fantastic circa 1963 Beatles signatures, presented by EMI to a DJ on South Africa’s Radio 5
7007. Beatles Signatures (c. 1963). Fantastic vintage circa 1963 ink signatures, “John Lennon, xxx,” “Paul McCartney, xxx,” “George Harrison, xxx,” and “The Beatles, Ringo Starr, xxx,” on a pink 7 x 4.5 album page, also signed on the reverse by fellow Cavern Club regulars The Merseybeats. In fine condition, with light fading to Harrison’s signature. Consignor
notes that the autographs were originally presented to Kevin Savage, a pioneering radio presenter in South Africa, by EMI Records as thanks for his support of the Beatles following a three-part radio documentary on the band that was broadcast nationally on Radio 5. Starting Bid $1000
Remarkable on-stage Beatles portrait by Dezo Hoffman, signed by the
‘Fab Four’ for their 1964 Australian tour promoter and regarded by experts as “very likely the greatest Beatles signed photograph known to exist”
7008. Beatles Signed Photograph - Rare Pose, Encapsulated by PSA/DNA. Amazing vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Beatles performing at the Empire Theatre, Liverpool, on December 7, 1963, taken by Dezo Hoffman, boldly signed in black felt tip by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. Reverse is stamped: “Please return to Aztec Services Pty. Ltd., 289 Flinders Lane, Melbourne.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder.
Provenance: Lot 1794, Collection of Kenn Brodziak, Downie’s Australian Coin Auctions, July 13, 1999; the original catalog is included, documenting Brodziak’s extensive collection of Beatles memorabilia. A leading Australian concert promoter, Kenn Brodziak served as managing director of Aztec Services from the 1940s through 1970s, bringing over 100 top acts to the Australian show circuit. In addition to promoting the Beatles’ 1964 Australian tour, Brodziak was involved in the presentation of such acts as Bob Dylan, The Monkees, The Kinks, Roy Orbison, Ray Charles, Eric Burdon and The Animals, Dave Brubeck, and many others. An original 1964 Beatles Australian tour program, noting Aztec Services as the promoter, is also included.
Accompanied by two letters of authenticity from noted Beatles experts Frank Caiazzo, dated 1999 and 2015, noting: “All four have autographed this photo beautifully in black felt tip marker, near their respective images. This photograph was signed in June of 1964, for Australian concert promoter Kenn Brodsiak, who was responsible for bringing The Beatles to Australia for a 16 day tour there in mid-1964. Beatles signed photographs of the band performing onstage are exceedingly rare and extremely desirable.” Also includes a letter of authenticity from Perry Cox, who recognizes it as “very likely the greatest Beatles signed photograph known to exist.”
The Beatles’ 1964 tour of Australia took them to Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, attracting massive crowds at every stop. Their historic visit helped to solidify their global influence and left a lasting impact on Australian popular culture. An absolutely remarkable Beatles photograph, exceptional in every respect: an ideal image with bold autographs, signed for a significant figure in the worldwide promotion of the Beatles at the height of ‘Beatlemania.’Starting Bid $5000
“The Beatles”—vintage album page signed by John, George, and Ringo
7006. Beatles SignaturesLennon, Harrison, and Starr. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “The Beatles, Ringo Starr, xx,” “George Harrison,” and “John Lennon, xx,” on a light pink 5 x 3.75 album page, with another hand adding Paul McCartney’s first name in red ink. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
‘Help!’—rare original EMI Studios acetate for the Beatles’ chart-topping single
7010. Beatles Original EMI Acetate Single for ‘Help!’. Rare 7˝ EMI acetate pressing of the Beatles song ‘Help!,’ which was recorded at London’s EMI Studios on April 13, 1965. The acetate disc bears an Emidisc label annotated with track and band name, “Help! The Beatles,” the run time, “2:17,” and “45, AC,” the latter the initials of EMI engineer Anthony Clark. In very good to fine condition, with scattered scuffs and scratches. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. An exceedingly rare original acetate for an all-time Beatles song— the title song for the 1965 film and the band’s accompanying soundtrack album, ‘Help!’ was released as a single in July 1965 and was number one for three weeks in the United States and the United Kingdom. In 2008, the 1965 Capitol Records recording of ‘Help!’ was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Starting Bid $300
“Beatles
Top Poll!”—elusive complete edition of Mersey Beat,
Vol. 1 No. 13, the most desirable issue of all of the Merseyside newspapers
7009. Beatles Rare Original Mersey Beat Newspaper Vol. 1, No. 13 (January 1962). Exceptionally rare and historic complete issue of the Mersey Beat newspaper, Vol. 1, No. 13, January 4–18, 1962, eight pages, 9.75 x 12.75, with the front cover featuring the bold headline, “Beatles Top Poll!”, and a classic image of the young leather-clad Beatles with Pete Best on drums, a photo taken by Liverpool photographer Albert Marrion in his studio on December 17, 1961; Paul McCartney’s surname is misspelled below to read: “McArtrey.”
The fourth page contains results of the “Mersey Beat Popularity Poll,” with the list of 20 musical acts topped by the Beatles.
The following page features an article about a Beatles Christmas Party concert, and page seven contains an article by the Beatles entitled “Parisian Rock,” which includes their take on the Paris music scene, and an article by Brian Epstein headed “My Top Pops—1961,” discussing his favorite singles of 1961.
The back cover lists forthcoming concerts at the Cavern Club and notes the Beatles as performers on the 6th, 10th, 12th, and 17th of January 1962. In fine condition, with light toning along the intersecting folds. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $1000
7013. John Lennon 25th Anniversary ‘Imagine’ Gold Record with Tittenhurst Door Relic - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—a limited edition (#52/9500) commemorative 24K gold-plated record display honoring the 25th anniversary of John Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band’s 1971 album Imagine, laser-etched with the lyrics to Lennon’s peaceful anthem, with
an “original section of the doors of Tittenhurst, the home where John Lennon composed the song,” etched “Imagine.” Mounted, matted, and framed with its plaque to an overall size of 16 x 20. In fine condition, with some scuffing and small cracks to the frame’s plexiglass. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate.Starting Bid $200
John Lennon and Neil Aspinall agree to a royalties contract for the nursery rhyme-inspired Beatles song ‘Cry Baby Cry’
7014. John Lennon and Neil Aspinall Signed Royalties Contract for ‘Cry Baby Cry’. DS, one page both sides, 8 x 13, October 15, 1968. An original Memorandum of Agreement between Maclen (Music) Limited, John Lennon and Paul McCartney, and Northern Songs Limited for royalties related to the Beatles song ‘Cry Baby Cry,’ which appeared on the group’s 1968 self-titled album, otherwise known as the ‘White Album.’ Signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by John
Lennon, and countersigned in black ballpoint by Neil Aspinall. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Demos indicate that Lennon composed the song in late 1967, with Lennon later describing to biographer Hunter Davies that he got the words from an advertisement. Some of the lyrics of the song are loosely based on the nursery rhyme ‘Sing a Song of Sixpence.’ Starting Bid $1000
“Resenting the past is futile”— typed letter and questionnaire from John Lennon, fulfilling the wishes of a patient at the New York Psychiatric Institute
7015. John Lennon Signed Typed Letter and Signed Questionnaire to a Patient at the New York Psychiatric Institute - “Nothing is seperate from everything (or anything)”. Fascinating TLS and signed typed questionnaire from John Lennon directed to Arthur Rosen, a patient at the New York Psychiatric Institute, in March of 1976. The TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Lenono Music letterhead, postmarked March 2, 1976, reads, in full (spelling and grammar retained): “Why dont you type out your questions on paper…leaving a space for answers…enclose a STAMPED ADDRESSED ENVELOPE…and who knows what will happen!? I would answer them in my own time. all the best, love, but not too many (questions).” Signed prominently at the conclusion in black ink by John Lennon, who signs on behalf of his wife
and baby son, “+ Yoko” and “+ Seaman,” and adds small face doodles of the entire family.
Rosen responded with a typed letter postmarked on March 30, 1976, containing a total of eight questions spaced out across the front and back of three 8.5 x 11 sheets, with Lennon signing his name after the seventh in black ballpoint, “Love, John Lennon,” and adding a small sketch of his spectacled face and a handwritten message: “It’s short n’ sweet, don’t ask for more.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by both original mailing envelopes.
Rosen’s questions and Lennon’s typed responses can be read in our online description. Starting Bid $1000
“Love to Penny from the Beatles”— large format 1963 Parlophone promo card signed by John, Paul, and Ringo
7017. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr
Signed 1963 Parlophone Records Promotional Card (Large Format). Vintage 7.5 x 5 Parlophone Records large format promo card for “The Beatles” issued in March 1963, signed and inscribed on the reverse in ballpoint, “Love to Penny from the Beatles, John Lennon xxx,” “Paul McCartney xxx,” and “Ringo Starr, xxx.” The consignor notes that the signatures date to 1963. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, heavy creasing, and a short tear to the bottom edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.
Early on, Parlophone Records produced a small number of promotional photocards in two formats (horizontal and vertical), both with pictures shot by Dezo Hoffman while the Beatles were in the studio. Examples of these were typically signed on the reverse because there was very little light area on the front of the cards for the Fab Four to place their signatures. Parlophone’s second and final issue card, featuring a portrait taken by Angus McBean at EMI on January 21, 1963, was introduced in March and came in two sizes: small (5.75 x 3.75) and large (7.5 x 5). Starting Bid $500
Beautiful
mid-1962 signatures of the
Beatles’
principal songwriters –“John Lennon” and “Paul McCartney (Beatles)”
7016. John Lennon and Paul McCartney Signatures (1962). Vintage blue ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon” and “Paul McCartney (Beatles),” on an off-white 4.75 x 4 sheet. The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at the Strensham motorway service station near Cheltenham, England, in mid-1962. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered small stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $500
Rare Lennon-signed Fan Club program for the Beatles’ 1963 televised concert on Juke Box Jury
7018. John Lennon Signed Beatles Fan Club Program for Juke Box Jury - Liverpool Empire Theatre on December 7, 1963. Official Beatles Fan Club program for the Beatles concert held at the Liverpool Empire Theatre on December 7, 1963, for the Beatles Northern Area Fan Club Convention, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by John Lennon. The inside of the bi-fold program, 5 x 8, features a schedule of events for the recording of an episode of the BBC television program Juke Box Jury, which was followed by a special fan club performance by The Beatles. In fine condition; the spine has been professionally restored. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Tickets for this event were never available to the public and issued only to members of the band’s “Northern Area Fan Club.” Juke Box Jury was a weekly program featuring a celebrity panel giving their opinions on recently released records, rating them as ‘hit’ or ‘miss.’ After recording the show, the Beatles performed a 30-minute set for the invited fans. Starting Bid $500
7019. John Lennon Rare Original Acetate for ‘Jealous Guy’ (Rough Mix). Very rare Apple Corps Ltd. acetate for the 1971 John Lennon song ‘Jealous Guy,’ which appeared on his album Imagine and was recorded at his Ascot Sound Studios on May 24, 1971. The record retains its original white-and-green Apple Corps label with typed captions: “‘Jealous Guy,’ (Rough Mix), John Lennon, Stereo.” In very good to fine condition, with two small chips to the right edge, scattered scuffs and marks, and light stains to the label. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. An extremely rare rough ‘Jealous Guy’ mix that differs from the version released on Imagine. Starting Bid $200
John Lennon’s ‘to-do’ list from The Dakota:
“How to rig a T.V. in Sean’s bedroom”
7020. John Lennon Handwritten ‘To-Do’ List - “How to rig a T.V. in Sean’s bedroom”. Handwritten notes by John Lennon on a yellow 5 x 7.25 sheet of notebook paper, unsigned, no date. Lennon makes a ‘to-do’ list in black ink: “1. What happened to Brooks Bros. shirts? 2. Harris Marmalade is ‘the usual’ – i.e. not Guava Jelly Bananas! 3. Beta max replacement ‘I’ll call you’ (Bedroom) 4. Kitchen T.V. – measure size of shelf etc.” Curiously, Lennon then jumps to “7. How to rig a T.V. in Sean’s bedroom – that ONLY PLAYS TAPES (perhaps the other ‘giant’ Sony like one in my room?) i.e. no ‘live’ T.V.” In very good to fine condition, with dampstaining and associated light wrinkling. Starting Bid $300
7021. John Lennon and Yoko Ono ‘Watching the Wheels’ Photograph by Paul Goresh. Vintage 1980s color 5 x 3.5 photo of John Lennon and Yoko Ono leaving the Dakota Apartments in Manhattan, an image originally taken by Paul Goresh on August 7, 1980. The reverse bears “This Paper Manufactured by Kodak” watermarks. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. This image was famously used as the front cover for the John Lennon single ‘Watching the Wheels,’ which was released on March 13, 1981. Starting Bid $200
7028. George Harrison Signed Album - Somewhere in England. Somewhere in England album by George Harrison, who has signed the front cover in black felt tip. In very fine condition. The record is included. The consigner notes that the autograph was obtained in Adelaide, Australia in November 1993, whilst Harrison was in the city for the Grand Prix car race. Starting Bid $200
7029. George Harrison Signed Album - Cloud Nine. Cloud Nine album by George Harrison, who has signed and inscribed the front cover in black felt tip, “To Dennis from, George.” In very fine condition. The record is included. Starting Bid $200
George praises his 1960s jangle-maker:
“The Rickenbacker 12 string is a well designed guitar...it still sounds terrific”
7023. George Harrison Autograph Note Signed on His Rickenbacker 12-String Guitar: “Along with its bright sound this guitar contributed a lot to the music of The Beatles”. ANS signed “G.H.,” one page, 10.75 x 8.5, no date but circa 1987. Harrison pens a note on the reverse of a letter to English guitar tech Alan Rogan from Richard R. Smith, author of Rickenbacker: The History of the Rickenbacker Guitar, commenting on the use of his 1963 Rickenbacker 360/12 electric guitar. In full: “The Rickenbacker 12 string is a well designed guitar and I particularly liked the layout of it[s] 12 machine heads. Along with its bright sound this guitar contributed a lot to the music of The Beatles and the 1960’s. In fact I have used it recently on my new album and it still sounds terrific.”
On the front, Smith writes to Rogan on June 3, 1987, in part: “Here is a copy of the book…As you can tell, we’re still fixing things. Let me know what you think and if you have any luck with George…Enclosed is an original print of John’s Model
325/12 from 1964 & a new Rick catalog.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light creasing. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and Beatles experts Perry Cox and Frank Caiazzo.
Also includes: the referenced original vintage photo of John Lennon’s 1964 Rickenbacker twelve-string, an original 1964 print sent by the family of F. C. Hall (Rickenbacker owner) to Smith; the unbound draft copy/publisher’s mockup of Smith’s book; and the final version of Smith’s book as published in 1987, signed and inscribed on the title page in black felt tip, “To Alan Rogan, thanks for all the help! Hope you enjoy the book. Richard Smith.” The first page of the book features a portrait of George Harrison and quotes from this handwritten note; to our knowledge, it is the only handwritten testimonial by any Beatle about Rickenbacker guitars. At the end of his note, Harrison refers to his recent work on Cloud Nine. Starting Bid $1000
Rare Harrison-signed Apple Records 7-inch for
‘My Sweet Lord,’ a controversial number-one single that changed the music industry
7025. George Harrison Signed 45 RPM Single Record - ‘My Sweet Lord’. Apple Records 45 RPM single record for ‘My Sweet Lord / What a Life’ by George Harrison, who has signed on the B-side in red ballpoint. In fine condition. The consignor notes that the autograph was obtained at Harrison’s home at Friar Park in Henley-On-Thames, England, by a nun of the Salesian Order S.D.B, who had occupied the estate before its purchase by Harrison. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, a newspaper clipping detailing the purchase, and two vintage postcards of Friar Park.
Harrison’s B-side placement of his signature is curious given the significance of ‘My Sweet Lord’ as his album’s lead single.
A possible explanation could be Harrison’s involvement in a copyright infringement case filed against him by Bright Tunes Music Corporation on February 10, 1971, which alleged that ‘My Sweet Lord’ plagiarized the Ronnie Mack song ‘He’s So Fine,’ later recorded by The Chiffons. Given that the signature was obtained after Harrison moved into Friar Park (March 12, 1970), it seems plausible that news of an impending lawsuit may have already surfaced, resulting in an annoyed Harrison opting for the B-side. In 1976, Harrison was found to have subconsciously plagiarized the song, a verdict that had repercussions throughout the music industry and that cost him just under 1.6 million dollars. Starting Bid $300
7026. George Harrison Signed Pop Weekly Magazine ‘Dezo Hoffmann’ Centerfold. Vintage centerfold page from a Pop Weekly magazine from circa 1963, measures 14.5 x 9.5 open, featuring an image of the Beatles in their famous gray collarless suits, a portrait taken in Dezo Hoffmann’s studio on Wardour Street in London, England, in April 1963, boldly signed next to his likeness in blue ballpoint by George Harrison. The consignor notes that the signature dates to the publication year. In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold, and light creasing the left side. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $300
Rare George and Ringo-signed Beatles Greatest Hits album
7027. George Harrison and Ringo Starr Signed Album - Greatest Hits, Vol. 1. Rare Australian pressing of the Beatles compilation album The Beatles Greatest Hits, Volume 1, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Ringo Starr and in black felt tip by George Harrison. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “Ringo signed this cover in Australia in the early 1980s while George’s signature was obtained a decade later, in Adelaide. This is an extremely rare album to have signed by any members of The Beatles.” Starting Bid $200
Harrison lovingly inscribes The Beatles Anthology to his photographer
7024. George Harrison Signed Book to Photographer
Barry Feinstein - The Beatles Anthology. Signed book: The Beatles Anthology. First edition. London: Cassell & Co., 2000. Hardcover with dust jacket, 10.25 x 13.5, 367 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in black felt tip, “To Barry F., with love, George Harrison,” adding a Hindu ‘Om’ symbol. In fine condition, with light wear to the dust jacket. Barry Feinstein collaborated frequently with George Harrison at the outset of his post-Beatles career, contributing artwork for his albums All Things Must Pass, The Concert for Bangla-
desh, and Living in the Material World. They became close friends and Feinstein was granted unprecedented access as a photographer, allowed to capture Harrison at home, in his garden, onstage, and in the studio. Many of the photographs and ephemera from their time together have been collected in the book George Harrison: Be Here Now by Barry Feinstein and Chris Murphy. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Starting Bid $500
“Thank you for all your help. Hare Krsna”—
George Harrison thanks photographer
Barry Feinstein for contributing to The Concert for Bangladesh
7030. George Harrison Typed Letter Signed on Funds Raised by The Concert for Bangladesh to Photographer Barry Feinstein. TLS signed “George,” adding a Hindu ‘Om’ symbol, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, Apple letterhead, September 1, 1971. Letter to legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein of Camouflage Productions, in full: “Dear Barry: Thank you for all your help. Hare Krsna,” below an image of the check from Madison Square Garden for $243,418.50, payable to the “United Nations Children’s Fund for Relief to Refugee Children of Bangla Desh,” “in payment of Box Office Receipts for the George Harrison & Friends Concert held at Madison Square Garden - August 1, 1971.” In very fine condition, with tiny mounting tabs to the top edge of the reverse.
The Concert for Bangladesh, a pair of benefit concerts organized by Harrison and sitar master Ravi Shankar, were held at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on August 1, 1971. They were attended by over 40,000 people and raised close to $250,000 for Bangladesh relief, funds designed to assist refugees from East Pakistan following the Bangladesh Liberation War-related genocide. Although Ringo Starr was the only other Beatle to attend, the concerts included many willing and legendary musicians, including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and Badfinger.
The concert film, released in 1972, was produced by The Beatles’ Apple Films and directed by Saul Swimmer. By 1985, through revenue raised from the Concert for Bangladesh live album and film, an estimated $12 million had been sent to Bangladesh, and sales of the live album and DVD release of the film continue to benefit the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF. Barry Feinstein and frequent collaborator Tom Wilkes were the official photographers for the concert; together, they designed the packaging for the live triple album box set, which was adapted for distribution of the concert film.
Some of the stills shot by Feinstein during The Concert for Bangladesh were used on the covers of subsequent albums by the participating artists, notably the compilations Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits Vol. II (1971) and The History of Eric Clapton (1972). A remarkable and historic letter relating to one of rock music’s greatest charity endeavors. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate.Starting Bid $300
Iconic album cover proof photograph for George Harrison’s solo debut, All Things Must Pass, from the collection of photographer Barry Feinstein
7022. George Harrison ‘All Things Must Pass’ Album Art Cover Proof Photograph by Barry Feinstein. Photographer Barry Feinstein’s original cover proof for the front of George Harrison’s iconic 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass, showing the former Beatles guitarist sitting amidst garden gnomes at his Friar Park estate. The semi-glossy 16.25 x 13.5 silver gelatin photograph is affixed to its original 20 x 16 board, with a protective paper overlay. In very good to fine condition, with very subtle dampstaining toward the top of the photograph.
All Things Must Pass, released as a pioneering triple album on November 27, 1970, was George Harrison’s solo debut— and proof that his talents had gone under-appreciated during his time with the Beatles. Barry Feinstein’s cover artwork, showcasing Harrison seated in his garden, surrounded by gnomes, symbolizes a sense of solitude and contemplation. The stark, open setting complements the album’s themes of spiritual reflection and transition. Feinstein’s iconic image has become a visual representation of Harrison’s emergence as a solo artist and the depth of the album itself.
Featuring hits like ‘My Sweet Lord’ and ‘Isn’t It a Pity?,’ the record received widespread critical acclaim for its rich production, spiritual themes, and Harrison’s exceptional songwriting. Regarded as one of the greatest solo albums by any ex-Beatle, its legacy endures as a landmark in the history of rock music.
Feinstein collaborated frequently with Harrison at the outset of his post-Beatles career, contributing artwork for his albums All Things Must Pass, The Concert for Bangladesh, and Living in the Material World. They became close friends and Feinstein was granted unprecedented access as a photographer, allowed to capture Harrison at home, in his garden, onstage, and in the studio. Many of the photographs and ephemera from their time together have been collected in the book George Harrison: Be Here Now by Barry Feinstein and Chris Murphy.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $1000
7033. George Harrison ‘All Things Must Pass’ Album Art Outtake Print - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—a color 15.75 x 12 print on fine art paper of an outtake from the photo session for George Harrison’s iconic 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass, showing the former Beatles guitarist sitting amidst garden gnomes at his Friar Park estate. Though similar to the artwork used for the album, this image portrays Harrison in a less contemplative, more at-ease mood, smiling as he looks away from the camera. Stamped on the reverse with Barry Feinstein’s copyright. In fine condition.
All Things Must Pass, released as a pioneering triple album on November 27, 1970, was George Harrison’s solo debut—and proof that his talents had gone under-appreciated during his time with the Beatles. Barry Feinstein’s black-and-white cover artwork, showcasing Harrison seated in his garden, surrounded by gnomes, symbolizes a sense of solitude and contemplation. The stark, open setting complements the album’s themes of spiritual reflection and transition. Feinstein’s iconic image has become a visual representation of Harrison’s emergence as a solo artist and the depth of the album itself.
Featuring hits like ‘My Sweet Lord’ and ‘Isn’t It a Pity?,’ the record received widespread critical acclaim for its rich production, spiritual themes, and Harrison’s exceptional songwriting. Regarded as one of the greatest solo albums by any ex-Beatle, its legacy endures as a landmark in the history of rock music.
Feinstein collaborated frequently with Harrison at the outset of his post-Beatles career, contributing artwork for his albums All Things Must Pass, The Concert for Bangladesh, and Living in the Material World. They became close friends and Feinstein was granted unprecedented access as a photographer, allowed to capture Harrison at home, in his garden, onstage, and in the studio. Many of the photographs and ephemera from their time together have been collected in the book George Harrison: Be Here Now by Barry Feinstein and Chris Murphy.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7034. George Harrison ‘All Things Must Pass’ Album Art Outtake Limited Edition Print - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—a limited edition semi-glossy 22 x 17 silver gelatin outtake photograph from the photo session for George Harrison’s iconic 1970 triple album All Things Must Pass, showing the former Beatles guitarist sitting amidst garden gnomes at his Friar Park estate. Nearly identical to the artwork used for the album, this image portrays Harrison looking directly into the camera, rather than slightly to the side. The piece has a “Barry Feinstein Photography” blindstamp in the lower right corner and a Barry Feinstein copyright stamp on the reverse, and is annotated on the reverse in pencil: “George Harrison, ‘All Things Must Pass,’ Friar Park, 1970, 7/24.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Barry Feinstein Photography.
All Things Must Pass, released as a pioneering triple album on November 27, 1970, was George Harrison’s solo debut—and proof that his talents had gone under-appreciated during his time with the Beatles. Barry Feinstein’s black-and-white cover artwork, showcasing Harrison seated in his garden, surrounded by gnomes, symbolizes a sense of solitude and contemplation. The stark, open setting complements the album’s themes of spiritual reflection and transition. Feinstein’s iconic image has
become a visual representation of Harrison’s emergence as a solo artist and the depth of the album itself.
Featuring hits like ‘My Sweet Lord’ and ‘Isn’t It a Pity?,’ the record received widespread critical acclaim for its rich production, spiritual themes, and Harrison’s exceptional songwriting. Regarded as one of the greatest solo albums by any ex-Beatle, its legacy endures as a landmark in the history of rock music.
Feinstein collaborated frequently with Harrison at the outset of his post-Beatles career, contributing artwork for his albums All Things Must Pass, The Concert for Bangladesh, and Living in the Material World. They became close friends and Feinstein was granted unprecedented access as a photographer, allowed to capture Harrison at home, in his garden, onstage, and in the studio. Many of the photographs and ephemera from their time together have been collected in the book George Harrison: Be Here Now by Barry Feinstein and Chris Murphy.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7031. George Harrison ‘All Things Must Pass’ Outtake Limited Edition Print - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. Limited edition color satin-finish 20 x 24 outtake print from the shoot for George Harrison’s 1970 album All Things Must Pass, numbered, titled, and signed on the reverse in pencil: “Barry Feinstein, 4/25, George Harrison, (All Things Must Pass), Friar Park, England, 1970.” Showing Harrison standing in a narrow stairway inside his neo-Gothic Friar Park estate, this image was used for an insert poster included in the triple album’s packaging. In very fine condition. This limited edition print was created for a gallery in 2006—this example was kept by Feinstein for his personal collection.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7032. George Harrison Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘Portrait’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 16 x 20 silver gelatin photograph of George Harrison seated on a stool with his legs crossed. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, George Harrison, (Portrait), Hollywood, California, 1971, 1/25,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In fine condition. In very fine condition.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7035. Paul and Linda McCartney Signed 1986 Royal Variety Performance Program. Extremely rare program from Paul McCartney’s appearance at the Royal Variety Performance, which took place in front of Queen Elizebeth II and the Queen Mother at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane in London, England, on November 24, 1986, 8.25 x 11.75, signed nicely on the front cover in blue felt tip, “Paul McCartney,” and in blue ballpoint by his wife, “Love, Linda,” who adds a heart to her name. Includes an original large-format ticket stub for the performance, issued for “Row J, Seat 29.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7482. Paul McCartney Oversized Original Photograph from ‘A Hard Day’s Night’. Oversized original semi-glossy 16 x 20 silver gelatin photograph of Paul McCartney drinking a bottle of Coca-Cola with cigarette in hand, taken during the filming of A Hard Day’s Night in 1964 and printed circa 1980 from the original negative. Reverse is stamped: “‘A Hard Day’s Night’ production photograph printed from the original negative in 1980 by Jim McCrary. I oversaw the design of the poster and visual materials for the 1981 theatrical re-release, and this photograph was printed during the design process. Jeff Ayeroff.” Signed below in pencil by legendary music business executive Jeff Ayeroff. In fine condition, with light surface ‘dimpling’ to McCartney’s dark sweater, visible at an angle.
The photograph was almost certainly shot by the film’s unit photographer Bert Cann. This print was made circa 1980 by celebrated photographer Jim McCrary, whose photographs graced the covers of many famed albums including Carole King’s Tapestry, Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs and Englishmen, and albums by Cat Stevens, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bobby ‘Blue’ Bland, and B. B. King. Starting Bid $200
McCartney-signed early 1963 Parlophone promo card, the first to feature Ringo with the band
7036. Paul McCartney Signed 1963 Parlophone Promo Card - The First to Show New Drummer Ringo Starr. Desirable early Parlophone Records promo card of the Beatles during a recording session in the Abbey Road Studios, 5.75 x 3.5, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “To Linda, best wishes, Paul McCartney.” In fine condition, with a tack hole to the upper section of image. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Taken on September 4, 1962, the image shows the group in their final incarnation at the very beginning of their storied career, and the first promo card with new drummer Ringo. Starting Bid $200
7038. Paul McCartney Early Original ‘German Soldier’ Sketch as a Student at the Liverpool Institute High School for Boys. Original sketch by Paul McCartney as a student at the Liverpool Institute High School for Boys in the mid-1950s. Accomplished in black ink on the reverse of an off-white 8 x 6.5 trimmed ‘Passenger Transport’ sheet, the drawing depicts a German soldier in profile, with McCartney adding the word “ACHTUNG” near the soldier’s mouth. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo. Starting Bid $200
7037. Paul and Linda McCartney Signed Photograph. Semi-glossy 11.25 x 11.25 cardstock photo of Paul and Linda McCartney sitting side-by-side holding hands, signed by both in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light surface scratches to the upper right corner. The consignor notes that this photograph was signed backstage at the Adelaide Oval on March 13, 1992, during the Australian leg of McCartney’s 1992 ‘New World Tour.’ Starting Bid $200
7039. Paul McCartney Signed CD Booklet - Flaming Pie. CD booklet for the 1997 Paul McCartney album Flaming Pie, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Paul McCartney, 97.” In very fine condition. The CD is not included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Original Wings acetate for McCartney’s beloved James Bond theme ‘Live
and Let Die’
7040. Paul McCartney: Wings Original Acetate Single for ‘Live and Let Die’. Rare 7˝ Apple Corps Ltd. acetate pressing of the Wings song ‘Live and Let Die,’ which was recorded at London’s AIR Studios in October 1972 during the sessions for the Red Rose Speedway album. The acetate disc bears a green-and-white Apple Corps label annotated with typed captions: “Wings, ‘Live and Let Die,’ Stereo.” In fine condition, with scattered scuffs and marks. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7041. Ringo Starr ‘Photograph’ Album
Art Outtake Proof
Photograph by Barry Feinstein. Photographer Barry Feinstein’s original outtake proof from the picture sleeve shoot for Ringo Starr’s 1973 single ‘Photograph,’ showing the former Beatles drummer poking his head through a silver foil star. The color semi-glossy 16 x 20 photograph is affixed to its original 20 x 24 board, with a protective paper overlay; the mount is stamped on the reverse by Ted Staidle & Associates Photographic Color Reproduction, Los Angeles. The square-shaped 11.75 x 11 image is printed askew on the photo paper. In very good to fine condition, with a light central block of toning to the image.
One of Ringo Starr’s signature solo singles, cowritten with former Beatles bandmate George Harrison, ‘Photograph’ was released on September 24, 1973, as the lead single from his album Ringo. The song became an international hit, topping singles charts in the United States, Canada, and Australia.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
Rare ‘Third state’ mono version of the Beatles’ infamous butcher cover
7042. Beatles ‘Third State’ Mono Butcher Album (AMG 5). The Beatles Yesterday and Today mono ‘third state’ butcher cover (Capitol, T2553, 1966). This ‘third state’ version features the ‘butcher’ cover, the previously affixed ‘trunk’ cover pasteover having been professionally peeled from the album jacket to reveal the butcher cover underneath. The record is included. Encapsulated and graded by AMG with a grade of 5 (Good (G), Open, Packaging: 5, Media: 7). Accompanied by an AMG statement of archival. Within days of releasing this miscellany of previous hits, Capitol recalled all copies in response to retailers’ negative reactions to the original macabre cover image. The recalled copies were ‘retrofitted’ with a paste-over pictorial flat: an innocuous image of the boys posing around a steamer trunk; these new flats were frequently peeled away by collectors to reveal the infamous butcher image below. Starting Bid $300
7044. Beatles 1965 North American Tour Itinerary - Issued to Sounds Incorporated. Original stapled Pickwick Travel Services, Inc. itinerary booklet for the Beatles’ 1965 North American Tour, three pages, measures 8.75 x 14 unfolded, with the front cover indicating that the booklet was prepared for an issued to a member of “Sounds Inc.,” a British instrumental pop/rock group that served as the Beatles’ opening act between the years 1964 and 1966. In very good to fine condition, with toning along folds and evident signs of use. The consignor notes that the itinerary originates from the collection of Alan Holmes, saxophonist of Sounds Incorporated. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7043. Beatles 1963 Swedish ‘Pop Festival’ Handbill. Original vintage 6.25 x 11.25 handbill for the ‘Pop Festival,’ the Beatles’ 1963 tour of Sweden, which lists stops in Karlstad, Gothenburg, Boras, and Eskilstuna between October 25 and 29, 1963. The top section features Dezo Hoffmann’s famous image of the band seated in their collarless suits. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A scarce handbill that commemorates the first Beatles tour outside of the United Kingdom. Starting Bid $200
7045. Beatles Help! 1965 ‘Royal World Premiere’ Movie Ticket. Colorful large format movie ticket for the royal world premiere of the Beatles’ 1965 film Help!, which was held at the London Pavilion in Piccadilly Circus on July 29, 1965, at 8:30 p.m., measuring 5.5 x 4.75, issued for “Stalls Row S, Seat No. 12,” for a price of “5 gns,” and noting the special attendance of Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, and the Earl of Snowdon. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7046. Beatles: Original ‘Abbey Road’ Street Sign from Westminster, England. Official painted “ABBEY ROAD NW8, CITY OF WESTMINSTER” cast iron street sign commissioned for the city of Westminster in Greater London, England. The white street sign, measuring 23.5˝ x 10.75˝ x .25˝ and weighing 15 pounds, features black text, “ABBEY ROAD,” with red postal code, “NW8,” above a black line and location text: “CITY OF WESTMINSTER.” The sign bears four mounting holes and the reverse is engraved for official use, “St Johns Wood Greater London 1967,” with the left bearing a debossed British crown. In fine condition. Examples of this sign, which was intended for placement on buildings high above the street, were often removed after a period, repainted, and then placed back into circulation as needed. Starting Bid $200
7047. Beatles ‘Apple Records’ Promotional Lucite Box. Original Apple Records promotional lucite box, 4˝ x 2.5˝ x 4˝, comprised of a solid black box topped with a transparent cover that features a silver Apple logo. This box was produced in limited quantities in the late 1960s and early 1970s and presented to friends and staff of the company. In fine condition, with overall scuffing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7048. Brian Epstein Signed 1965 ‘NEMS Enterprises’ Contract. DS, one page, 8 x 13, September 7, 1965. NEMS Enterprises Ltd. contract between Bob Wooler, compere of the Cavern Club, and NEMS regarding a performance by The Rustiks at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, England, on September 30, 1964. Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by NEMS owner and Beatles manager Brian Epstein. In very good to fine condition, with light scuffing and soiling. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, an oversized “Brian Epstein Presents The Rustiks” promotional card, and a label demo of The Rustiks single ‘What a Memory Can Do.’ Starting Bid $200
“Bob
Dylan (Don’t Look Back), MI Highway, England, 1966” BOB DYLAN
7090. Bob Dylan Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘Don’t Look Back’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein— an original semi-glossy 20 x 16 silver gelatin photograph of Bob Dylan looking out the rear window of his limousine while cruising down the M1 Highway in England, cigarette in hand with motorcycles following, taken by Feinstein in 1966. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Bob Dylan (Don’t Look Back), MI Highway, England, 1966,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In fine condition, with a subtle corner crease.
Barry Feinstein served as the exclusive photographer on Bob Dylan’s 1966 European tour and again for Dylan and The Band’s 1974 tour of the United States. His greatest photographs of Dylan—perhaps most famously, the cover of the 1964 album The Times They Are A-Changin’—have been collected in the book Real Moments: Bob Dylan by Barry Feinstein. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings.Starting Bid $500
“Bob
Dylan (Onstage at The Forum), Los Angeles, Ca.,
1974”
7091. Bob Dylan Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘Onstage at The Forum’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 20 x 16 silver gelatin photograph of Bob Dylan on stage with his Telecaster at the Los Angeles Forum in 1974. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Bob Dylan (Onstage at The Forum), Los Angeles, Ca., 1974,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In fine condition, with a small corner crease.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $300
7099. Bob Dylan and Joan Baez Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘Dressing Room’.
From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 20 x 16 silver gelatin photograph of Bob Dylan sitting with Joan Baez in her dressing room, listening intently as she picks her acoustic guitar. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Bob Dylan (In Joan Baez’s dressing room), location unknown, 1964,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp.
In very fine condition.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings.Starting Bid $200
7092. Bob Dylan Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘Contemplation’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 16 x 20 silver gelatin photograph of Bob Dylan in an ultra close-up pose, his hand thoughtfully placed on his cheek. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Bob Dylan, ‘Contemplation,’ Ireland, 1966,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In very fine condition.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $300
Uninscribed Highway 61 Revisited album signed by Dylan in 2017 for the president of the Bob Dylan Music Company
7094. Bob Dylan Signed Album - Highway 61 Revisited. USA vinyl pressing of Bob Dylan’s 1965 album Highway 61 Revisited, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Bob Dylan. In very fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from Jeff Rosen, the president of the Bob Dylan Music Company, which reads: “I represent Bob
Dylan and have done so for many years. In 2017 he signed a number of individual albums on a rare and limited basis, including the album photographed here. I can say for certain that is Bob Dylan’s signature. The chain of custody is directly from Bob Dylan to myself.” A marvelous uninscribed example of a classic record. Starting Bid $500
Gold RIAA sales award for the bootlegged Bob Dylan ‘Royal Albert Hall’ Concert, presented to legendary Dylan photographer Barry Feinstein
7089. Bob Dylan RIAA Gold Sales Award for ‘Bob Dylan Live 1966, The ‘Royal Albert Hall’ Concert’ - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. Official serial number hologram-style RIAA gold sales award presented to “Barry Feinstein to commemorate RIAA Certified Gold Sales of more than 250,000 copies of the Columbia Records/Legacy Recordings double compact disc ‘The Bootleg Series Vol. 4, Bob Dylan Live 1966, The ‘Royal Albert Hall’ Concert.’” Impressively framed with its CDs, plate, and album image over an in-concert image to an overall size of 21.25 x 17.25. Award retains its original backing with Ill-Eagle Enterprises label intact. In fine condition.
Released in 1998 as Vol. 4 in the Bob Dylan ‘Bootleg Series,’ Bob Dylan Live 1966 features a live recording from Dylan’s May 17, 1966 concert at the Free Trade Hall, Manchester, England—a bootleg initially attributed to the Royal Albert Hall. The concert is famed as a transitional moment in Dylan’s career,
opening with a typical solo acoustic set before launching into an ‘electric’ act with Dylan backed by the Hawks. The ‘electric’ Dylan was met with uproar from the folksy audience, sparking a legendary confrontation between Dylan and a heckler who yelled out ‘Judas!’ Dylan turned to his band, told them to ‘play it fuckin’ loud,’ and ripped into ‘Like a Rolling Stone’ to end the show.
Legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein served as the exclusive photographer on Bob Dylan’s 1966 European tour and again for Dylan and The Band’s 1974 tour of the United States. His greatest photographs of Dylan—perhaps most famously, the cover of the 1964 album The Times They Are A-Changin’—have been collected in the book Real Moments: Bob Dylan by Barry Feinstein.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate.Starting Bid $200
Dylan-owned acetate for ‘Side 3’ of his 1970 album Self Portrait
7095. Bob Dylan’s ‘Self Portrait’ Acetate with Alternate ‘Side 3’ Sequence. Single-sided 12˝ acetate from Bob Dylan’s personal collection, featuring an alternate sequence of side three of his 1970 album Self Portrait, with its original sleeve annotated by Dylan’s longtime producer, Bob Johnson, with the track listing: “Side 3, 1. Mighty Quinn, 2. Take Me As I Am, 3. Copper Kettle, 4. Gotta Travel On, 5. Blue Moon, 6. The Boxer.” The acetate features a Columbia Recording Studios label, marked “Stereo” and “33 RPM,” and is labeled in another hand with the artist and album side:
“Bob Dylan, Side 3.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dylan handwriting expert Jeff Gold, the owner of Recordmecca who appraised The Bob Dylan Archive for Dylan’s management. In part: “The Houston St. Studios acetates originally belonged to Bob Dylan, who either discarded them or left them when he moved out of the building in the early 1970’s.” Also includes a copy of a letter by the estate’s executor detailing his discovery of the acetates. Starting Bid $500
7096. Bob Dylan Signed Limited Edition Giclee Print - ‘Amagansett’. Limited edition color 28 x 36 giclee print from the original 2008 release of Bob Dylan’s ‘Drawn Blank’ series, entitled ‘’Amagansett” (medium), numbered 152//295, signed in the lower border in pencil by Dylan. Includes a certificate of authenticity from Washington Green Fine Art. Rolled and in fine condition, with trivial edgewear. Dylan’s popular Drawn Blank art series—a visual autobiography capturing his life on the road—colorfully portrays the people and places he has encountered over the course of his ‘Never Ending Tour.’ Vividly rendered in this large ‘medium format’ size, this is a stunning Long Island-inspired print from the multitalented singer-songwriter. Starting Bid $200
7097. Bob Dylan Signature. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Bob Dylan,” on a 4.5 x 6.5 sheet clipped from a CBS Records flyer from circa 1971, which pictures album covers for Blonde on Blonde, Self Portrait, and Greatest Hits Vol. II. In fine condition, with some light creasing. Starting Bid $200
7098. Bob Dylan Signed CD - Tempest. Tempest CD by Bob Dylan, who has signed the front cover in silver ink. In fine condition. The CD is included. Although unconfirmed, this Tempest CD may be one of the few dozen that Dylan signed for the album’s ‘pop-up store’ release promotion on September 10, 2011. Dylan signed a limited number of copies of the CD – approximately 60 to 70 worldwide – to be sold to the first customers at the stores, which were open for just one week. This was the first time in Dylan’s entire career that he ever offered autographed CDs or LPs. Starting Bid $200
7483. Bob Dylan (2) Oversized Unpublished Prints. Two oversized prints on fine art paper of unpublished circa 1963 photographs of Bob Dylan taken by 16 Magazine editor Gloria Stavers, created as part of an abandoned limited edition project in the 2000s. Includes: a 11.75 x 16.5 print showing the young Dylan standing by a tree, wearing jeans, a jacket, and a bolo tie; and a sharp 19 x 13 close-up portrait of Dylan in the same outfit. In overall very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Huge Jimi Hendrix Experience autographs on a 1968 poster, obtained at their only Iowa concert
7109. Jimi Hendrix Experience Signed Poster - Autographed at The Col Ballroom, Iowa, 1968. Exceptional vintage circa 1968 ‘Electric Last Minute’ poster of Jimi Hendrix from Eye Magazine, 18.5 x 23.5, boldly and prominently signed in black ballpoint, “Stay Groovy, Jimi Hendrix,” “Cheers, Noel Redding,” and “Mitch.” Archivally matted and framed under museum glass to an overall size of 24 x 28.5. In very good to fine condition, with some scratches, stains, and wrinkles, and old tape along the intersecting folds. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA and a provenance statement from the original recipient, noting that the autographs were acquired at the Col Ballroom in Davenport, Iowa, on August 11, 1968.
The Jimi Hendrix Experience appeared at the historic Col Ballroom in Iowa on August 11, 1968, jamming through a six-song, 45-minute set that included ‘Are You Experienced?,’ ‘Lover Man,’ ‘Tax Free,’ ‘Foxey Lady,’ ‘Red House,’ ‘I Don’t Live Today,’ and ‘Fire,’ before an audience of about 1,500. Hendrix’s innovative guitar work, combined with the raw power of Mitch Mitchell on drums and Noel Redding on bass, created a sonic experience unlike anything the venue had seen. As Hendrix’s only Iowa show, the concert became legendary among local fans and marked one of the last times the band played such an intimate setting before rising to even greater fame. A bootleg recording of the concert is widely available online. Starting Bid $1000
Bronze Chinese Buddha dating to the Ming Dynasty, formerly owned and displayed by Jimi Hendrix in his Greenwich Village apartment
7110. Jimi Hendrix’s Ming Dynasty Chinese Buddha. Chinese bronze Buddha from the Ming Dynasty, personally owned and displayed by Jimi Hendrix in his New York apartment on West 12th Street in 1969 and 1970. Identified as a Chinese bronze figure of Budai from the later Ming period (1368-1644), the antique statuette measures approximately 8.75˝ x 7˝ x 5.5˝ and weighs 5.75 lbs. The Buddha was acquired directly from Stella Benabou Douglas, one of Hendrix’s closest friends during the last years of his life. The former wife of record producer and Hendrix archivist Alan Douglas, she appeared in the 1973 documentary A Film About Jimi Hendrix. In fine condition, with a vertical crack to back side, presumably done during original casting process. Accompaniments include:
A DVD containing a 15-minute video interview with Stella Benabou Douglas, about her close relationship with Jimi Hendrix and the history of his bronze Buddha; a signed letter of provenance from Alan Douglas, dated March 10, 1997, in part: “This letter is to certify that a Bronze Buddha…I personally purchased for Jimi Hendrix for his 27th birthday…[was] kept in his New York apartment until the time of his death”; and a lengthy letter of authenticity from Jeff Gold of Recordmecca, in part: “When [Stella] first met Hendrix, he was living in a basement room in the apartment of his manager…and Stella told him he needed his own apartment. A few days later she found one for him, on West 12th Street, and soon after began to decorate it for him…She was out with Jimi and her then husband Alan when Jimi saw the Buddha in a shop. ‘Jimi picked it up and caressed his stomach.’ It was nearing Hendrix’s birthday, and Alan bought it for him as a birthday gift. ‘It was such a big thing for Jimi; I don’t think he ever had something old and precious like this. He became very attached to it.’
‘One time he asked me why Buddha’s have such a big stomach. I told him it was because they have the whole universe in it. He used to tell other people that…He showed it to people and explained the big stomach story to people, which for him was a bit of a mystery. Of course he wasn’t a Buddhist in any way. He was absolutely colorblind, religion blind, never got involved in politics in any way, contrary to what some people have said.’
Douglas was with Hendrix at a party in London on the night he died. She describes how, upon her return to New York, Hendrix manager Michael Jeffery asked her and Alan Douglas to accompany him to open Jimi’s apartment for the first time. ‘Of course it was emotional. We saw all those things. My emotions were that I had gotten all these things and decorated the place.’ Stella describes how Jeffery said to Alan ‘Why don’t you take the Buddha’—as Alan had given it to Jimi.” Alan did indeed take the Buddha, which he then, after a time, gave to his wife, Stella, who kept the statuette in safe keeping for over 45 years. An astounding, museum-quality artifact once owned and treasured by one of rock history’s most ephemeral and influential stars. Starting Bid $1000
“Jimi Hendrix” and “Cheers, Noel Redding”— dual-signed Are You Experienced album
7111. Jimi Hendrix and Noel Redding Signed Album - Are You Experienced. Are You Experienced album by the Jimi Hendrix Experience, signed on the back cover in black ballpoint, “Jimi Hendrix,” and in red ballpoint, “Cheers, Noel Redding.” In very good condition, with light scuffing, and old tape stains over the poorly contrasted signatures. The record is not included. Released in 1967, Are You Experienced? was an immediate critical and commercial success and is now widely regarded as one of the greatest albums in rock and roll history. The record showcased Jimi Hendrix’s innovative approach to song-writing and electric guitar playing that spearheaded a new direction in psychedelic and hard rock music. Starting Bid $500
Band-signed indemnity agreement from the Jimi Hendrix Experience, who, the following day, played their legendary set at the 1968 New York Rock Festival
7112. Jimi Hendrix Experience Document Signed the Day Before the 1968 New York Rock Festival. Desirable DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 22, 1968. Legal document between the Jimi Hendrix Experience and the law firm Abrahams, Gold & Hecht of New York, which reads: “We hereby jointly and severally agree to indemnify your firm from any and all claims which may be asserted against you or any of you in respect of the receipt and disbursement by you of any monies paid in respect of the Jimi Hendrix Experience, its personal appearances, and royalties of every kind and description.” Signed at the conclusion in bold black felt tip by Jimi Hendrix, Noel Redding, and Mitch Mitchell. In fine condi-
tion. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.
On August 23, 1968, one day after the contract was signed, the Jimi Hendrix Experience appeared live on stage at the New York Rock Festival at the Singer Bowl in Flushing Meadow, Queens, New York. The three-day New York Rock Festival holds the distinction of having one of the greatest musical line-ups in rock history—the kickoff show included the likes of The Doors and The Who, the second show was highlighted by Janis Joplin, Soft Machine, and The Jimi Hendrix Experience, and the final featured The Rascals and The Vagrants. Starting Bid $1000
“Be Groovy, Jimi Hendrix”
7113. Jimi Hendrix Experience Signatures - “Be Groovy”. Vintage ink signatures of the Jimi Hendrix Experience— “Be Groovy, Jimi Hendrix,” “Noel Redding,” and “Mitch”—on an off-white 3.75 x 2.75 calling card with printed text, “Coinette Giacomini.” In very good condition, with creasing, staining, soiling, and a short tear to the top edge. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and JSA. Given the card’s Italian name, it’s possible that these signatures were obtained when the band stopped for two shows in Italy as part of their 1968 European Tour. On May 23rd they played at the Teatro Brancaccio in Rome, and a day later they performed at the Palasport in Bologna. These dates seem to be the only shows the Experience ever played in Italy. Starting Bid $500
7114. Mitch Mitchell’s English Class Notebook with (26) Handwritten Pages on Pride and Prejudice. Mitch Mitchell’s circa 1950s original school notebook for English class, 36 pages, 6.5 x 8, signed on the front cover by Mitchell with his given name, “John Mitchell,” who adds below, “English with Mrs. Jack, Upper 4A.” The notebook contains 26 pages of handwriting from Mitchell, who completes a month-long chapter-by-chapter study on Jane Austen’s classic novel ??Pride and Prejudice. Mitchell’s teacher has added various edits and remarks in pink and red ink. In fine condition, with expected light wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
ROLLING STONES
Sought-after Stones-signed limited issue
litho for It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll— a rare low number edition
7122. Rolling Stones Signed Limited Edition Lithograph - It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll. Limited edition color 26 x 26.25 lithograph featuring Guy Peellaert’s cover art for the Rolling Stones’ twelfth studio album, It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll, which was released on October 18, 1974, numbered
8/75, signed in the lower border in pencil by the full band: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Mick Taylor, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. Rolled and in very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $500
Sought-after fully signed debut EP from The Rolling Stones
7123. Rolling Stones Signed 45 RPM Record - Self-Titled Debut EP. Scarce Decca Records 45 RPM record of the self-titled debut EP from The Rolling Stones (Mono DFE 8560), signed nicely on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Brian Jones, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. In fine condition, with scattered light staining. The record is not included. A popular Decca Records promotional card shares the same image featured on the cover of this debut EP, which Decca released in January 1964 to test the commercial appeal of the Rolling Stones before they committed to producing a full album. Starting Bid $300
The Rolling Stones’ Black and Blue—an eclectic album fully signed by the legendary group
7124. Rolling Stones Signed Album - Black and Blue. Black and Blue album signed on the front and back covers in felt tip and ballpoint, “Love, Mick Jagger,” “Love, Keith Richards, 2003,” “Love, Bill Wyman,” “Cheers, Ron Wood, ‘95,” and “Love, Charlie Boy.” In fine to very fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and JSA.
Released in 1976, Black and Blue marked a transitional period for the Rolling Stones as they experimented with a variety of musical styles, including reggae, funk, and jazz. The album also featured the debut of guitarist Ron Wood, who officially replaced Mick Taylor, solidifying his place in the band’s lineup. Though it received mixed reviews initially, Black and Blue has since been appreciated for its eclectic sound and the band’s willingness to explore new genres. Starting Bid $300
7125. Rolling Stones Signed ‘Voodoo Lounge’ Tour Poster. Uncommon color 32 x 23 poster for the Rolling Stones’ 1994–1995 ‘Voodoo Lounge’ World Tour, signed in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ronnie Wood. The poster features a solarized portrait of the group taken by noted photographer Sante D’Orazio. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with moderate scattered creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Starting Bid $200
Multi-signed vintage Atlantic Records publicity photo of the Rolling Stones
7126. Rolling Stones Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 9.5 x 7 Atlantic Records photo of the Rolling Stones from circa 1975, signed in ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, Ronnie Wood, and Billy Preston. Mounted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 11. In fine condition, with scattered light surface creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200
7484. Rolling Stones Some Girls Boxing-Style Poster. Scarce 14 x 22 cardboard boxing-style promotional poster advertising the Rolling Stones’ 1978 album Some Girls, featuring the artwork from the side two inner sleeve. Printed by Colby Posters of Los Angeles, these were posted on telephone poles around the city. In very good condition, with some creasing (heaviest at the top) and minor edge wear. A version using the faces of celebrities—such as Marilyn Monroe, Lucille Ball, and Farrah Fawcett—was also created, but quickly withdrawn due to threats of lawsuits. Starting Bid $200
Rare ‘red elephant’ gold invitation for the 1968 “The Rolling Stones’ Rock and Roll Circus”
7127. Rolling Stones Rare 1968 ‘Rock and Roll Circus’ Gold Invitation. Exceptionally rare double-sided ‘red elephant’ gold invitation for a live recording of “The Rolling Stones’ Rock and Roll Circus,” 5 x 3, which took place at Intertel Television Studios in Stonebridge Park in London on December 11, 1968. Text on the reverse reads, “You are invited to the Rolling Stones’ Rock and Roll Circus on Wednesday, 11th December 1968 at the studios of Int[ertel Tele] vision, Wycombe Road, W[embley, M]iddlesex. Nearest tube: St[onebridge] Park…15.3018.00 costumes provided.” In very good condition, with a clipped upper right corner, heavy overall creasing, and associated small flecks of surface loss. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7128. Rolling Stones Original 1965 Great Yarmouth Handbill (ABC Theatre). Original vintage 5.5 x 10.25 handbill for a Rolling Stones concert held at the ABC Theatre in Great Yarmouth, England, on July 25, 1965, featuring a central image of the five band members and listing supporting acts Peter Jay and the Jaywalkers, The Silkie, Mike Cotton Sound, and Marian Angel. The postal booking form remains intact below. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7129. Rolling Stones, Reg King, and Thee 1965 UK Tour Performance Contract. Original Eric Easton Ltd. performance contract, one page, both sides, 8 x 10, June 29, 1965, containing an emergency contract in which “Rolling Stones Ltd.” and “Reg King, Thee” agree to “appear at four performances” at the Odeon in Exeter on July 16th and at Guildhall in Portsmouth on July 17th. Signed at the conclusion by a representative on behalf of Thee, who supported the Rolling Stones on their 1965 UK tour, with the reverse featuring a printed schedule of the performances. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Moon pays over £300 to his favorite hotspot, the private London nightclub “Tramp”
7142. Keith Moon Signed Check to His Favorite Nightclub, Tramp. Personal (Williams & Glyns Bank Limited) check, 6 x 3, filled out and signed by Keith Moon, payable to Tramp for £361.05, November 26, 1977. In fine condition. Encapsulated in a Beckett authentication holder. A Moon check signed to Tramp, his favorite London nightclub, was likely not an uncommon occurrence as the rowdy musician routinely took advantage of the club’s lax policy on running up bar tabs. Moon apparently holds the record with a tab of around £14,000. Starting Bid $300
THE DOORS
Elektra
record deal initialed by The Doors, with Morrison, Manzarek, Krieger, and Densmore
7146. The Doors Partial Document Signed with Initials. Partial DS signed by The Doors using their initials, one page, 8.5 x 11, no date but circa February 1970. Page from a record label contact concerning the royalties of a loanout deal and amounts due by Elektra to The Doors, pertaining to live tapes recorded at Los Angeles’ Aquarius Theatre (that would become their ‘Absolutely Live’ album), initialed in the lower margin in black ballpoint by Jim Morrison (“JM”), Ray
Manzarek (“RM”), Robby Krieger (“RK”), and John Densmore (“JPD”). Also initialed by Elektra president Jac Holzman. In fine condition. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. The complete contract was exhibited at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland as a part of the exhibit ‘Break On Through: The Lasting Legacy of The Doors’ in 2007–2008. Starting Bid $300
Jim Morrison sends “2 books of private edition”—his self-published poems— to blues harp master Tony Glover
7147. Jim Morrison Typed Letter Signed to Tony Glover. TLS signed “J. Morrison,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Doors letterhead, June 17, 1969. Letter to Tony Glover in Minneapolis, in full: “Enjoyed talking with you again. Keep in touch and hope to see you again…Enc: 2 books of private edition.” In very good condition, with scattered creasing, a tape-repaired tear to the top edge, and the letterhead uniformly faded. Originally enclosed with this letter were Morrison’s privately printed books, The Lords: Notes on Vision (see lot #5061) and The New Creatures (see lot #5062), both printed
in limited runs of 100 earlier in 1969.
The recipient of this letter was none other than Minneapolis’s resident ‘Rock and Roll Renaissance Man,’ Tony ‘Little Sun’ Glover (1939–2019) who honed his talents as a musician, writer, and critic in the Twin Cities. A renowned harmonica player, he formed one third of Koerner, Ray & Glover, an influential blues trio during the early 1960s folk/blues revival that included ‘Spider’ John Koerner and Dave ‘Snaker’ Ray. Starting Bid $1000
7477. The Doors: Krieger and Densmore Handwritten Track Lists. Handwritten track lists by Robby Krieger and John Densmore, nearly identical to those printed on the sleeves of the 2013 compilation album ‘The Doors - Curated By Record Store Day,’ each one page, 8.5 x 11, both incorporating interesting sketches in the margins. Krieger writes “Break on Thru, Soul Kitchen, Moonlite Drive, When the Music’s Over, Love Street, Unknown Soldier, Roadhouse Blues, Five to One, Monaural, Sterio,” signed in the lower right, “Robby Krieger.” Krieger adds several sketches to the margin, including a hammer, car, light bulb, street sign, and animals. Densmore writes “JD’s Set List: Breal on thru, Soul Kitchen, Moonlight Drive…Unknown Soldier, Roadhouse, 5 to 1 - Fi(one)ve, monaural, sterio.” Includes both variants of the sleeve, with facsimiles of similar track listings by Krieger and Densmore, plus one of the limited-release 180 gram records. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
GRATEFUL DEAD
7151. Grateful Dead 1966 ‘Skeleton & Roses’ Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (First Print). Sought-after original first printing color 14.25 x 20 Family Dog ‘Skeleton & Roses’ concert poster (FD-26) for the Grateful Dead shows at the Avalon Ballroom in San Francisco, California, on September 16 and 17, 1966. Designed by Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, the famous poster features classic artwork of a rose-clad skeleton after a 19th-century drawing done by Edward Joseph Sullivan. Garage psych rock band Oxford Circle is listed as the supporting act. Printed by the Bindweed Press of San Francisco, with the lower left crediting “Mouse! Studios-66” as the artist. In very good to fine condition, with various wear to borders, including tape-repaired tears, pinholes, and areas of paper loss, the majority of which could be matted out if so desired.
A rare, highly coveted concert poster that marks the very first appearance of the Grateful Dead’s iconic ‘skeleton and roses’ motif, which Mouse and Kelley designed after discovering the illustrations of E. J. Sullivan in the 1913 book Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. The image of a skeleton assembling a wreath and crown from a nearby rosebush seemed to them an appropriate design for a band named the Grateful Dead. Starting Bid $200
LED ZEPPELIN
Huge Led Zeppelin portrait signed by Bonham, Plant, and Page to their American attorney
7157. Led Zeppelin
Oversized Signed
Photograph to the Band’s Attorney. Massive vintage circa 1969 matte-finish 19.5 x 23.5 photo of Led Zeppelin, lovingly signed and inscribed by three in red felt tip to the band’s management attorney Steve Weiss, “Thanks for making it all possible Steve, John Bonham,” “To Steve, Thanks for everything, Jimmy Page,” and “To you, the biggest thank you in all the U.S.A., Robert Plant.” Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 26 x 29.5. In fine condition, with fading to Page’s signature, and poor contrast to Plant’s signature.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Marie Weiss, in part: “This was a special gift to the band’s management attorney, Stevens ‘Steve’ Weiss, who helped manager Peter Grant obtain a fabulous deal with Atlantic Records.” Led Zeppelin signed with Atlantic Records in 1968, securing one of the most lucrative recording contracts for a new band at the time. The deal granted the band unprecedented creative freedom, allowing them control over the production of their albums. Led Zeppelin’s eponymous debut was released on Atlantic Records in mid-January of 1969, roughly four months after the band played their first official concert together. By all accounts, the speed in which the group achieved success remains an unprecedented feat, with Page, then the only high-profile member of the group, footing the bill for the debut’s entire recording and mixing costs, a process that took a mere nine days. A remarkable, oversized portrait of the band with an outstanding association. Starting Bid $1000
7156. John Bonham Signed Album - Led Zeppelin II . Sought-after Led Zeppelin II album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Best Wishes, John Bonham.” In fine condition, with a trivial brush to the start of the signature. The record is not included. Accompanied by a typed letter of provenance from the original recipient. Starting Bid $200
7158. Jimmy Page Signed Limited Edition PrintCatalyst by Scarlett Sabet. Limited edition color 16 x 20 print of the front cover design for Scarlett Sabet’s album Catalyst, numbered 5/25, signed below in black felt tip by Jimmy Page, Scarlett Sabet, and Page’s daughter, photographer Scarlet Page. In very fine condition. Catalyst is a spoken word album written and performed by Sabet and produced by Page. Starting Bid $200
7159. Robert Plant and Jimmy Page Signed Led Zeppelin 1975 Earl’s Court Concert Program. Original program for Led Zeppelin’s concert series at Earl’s Court in London, England, between May 17 and 25, 1975, 12 pages, 8.25 x 11.75, signed and inscribed inside on their respective page in black felt tip, “To Dave, Robert Plant” and “Dave, All the best, Jimmy Page.” In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original owner. Starting Bid $200
PINK FLOYD
Scarce fully signed soundtrack album for the 1969 romantic drama More
7164. Pink Floyd Signed Soundtrack Album - More. More soundtrack album by Pink Floyd, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by David Gilmour, Roger Waters, and Richard Wright, and in black ballpoint by Nick Mason. In very good to fine condition, with scuffing, edge wear, and a discount hole in the upper right corner. The record is included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and JSA.
Released on June 13, 1969, More marked Pink Floyd’s third studio album, their first soundtrack album, and their first album
without former leader Syd Barrett. Filmmaker Barbet Schroeder, a fan of Pink Floyd, brought a rough cut of the film to London for the band to use as a guideline. Instead of typical background music, Schroeder wanted the songs to feature in the film, such as a record playing at a party. Designed by Hipgnosis, the soundtrack cover uses a shot from the film of two characters playing around a windmill in Ibiza, processed in a dark room to make it look like a psychedelic trip. A rare signed title from the kings of progressive rock. Starting Bid $300
Crisp Wall-era Pink Floyd signatures penned on the reverse of a Gerald Scarfe-signed art postcard
7165. Pink Floyd Signatures - Obtained During The Wall Tour . Vintage The Wall-era ballpoint signatures from Pink Floyd—Roger Waters, Richard Wright, David Gilmour, and Nick Mason, who adds “Pink Floyd” in his trademark bubble letters—on the reverse of an off-white 6.5 x 4.5 postcard with front imagery from The Wall by Gerald Scarfe, who signs the upper right corner in blue ballpoint. The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained during the band’s The Wall Tour in 1980-1981. In fine condition, with a piece of clear tape, and associated surface loss to the upper right corner, not affecting any of the handwriting. Accompanied by a vintage Pink Floyd ‘pyramid’ flyer and five unused Scarfe postcards for Pink Floyd’s The Wall, including an example that matches the art found on the front of the signed postcard. Starting Bid $300
7166. Pink Floyd Signatures. Desirable set of large brown felt tip signatures of Pink Floyd—”Richard Wright,” “David Gilmour,” and “Nick Mason” on both sides of a white 8.25 x 5.5 album page, and “Roger Waters” on a white 4.75 x 4.75 album page. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from Floyd Authentic and REAL. Starting Bid $200
7167. Pink Floyd 1970 Royal Albert Hall Concert Handbill. Original single-sided 7.5 x 10 concert handbill for ‘An Evening With Pink Floyd’ at the Royal Albert Hall in London on February 7, 1970, printed with venue information at the top and ticket pricing along the bottom. In fine condition, with light handling wear and a central horizontal fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
QUEEN
Queen’s landmark A Night at the Opera, signed by
the entire group
7170. Queen Signed Album - A Night at the Opera. A Night at the Opera album by Queen, signed nicely on the front cover in ballpoint by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. In fine condition, with light soiling and edge toning. The record is not included. An exceedingly desirable fully signed copy of Queen’s influential A Night at the Opera, made all the more rare and impressive by its crisp, well-placed signatures and lack of inscriptions. Starting Bid $1000
Queen rule the states with their epic 1980 The Game Tour
7171. Queen Signed 1980 ‘The Game Tour’ Program. Scarce original program for Queen’s 1980 American Tour in support of their eighth studio album, The Game, 24 pages, 9.5 x 11.75, signed nicely on the front cover in black ballpoint by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A desirable vintage-signed program from the American leg of the band’s globe-trotting Game Tour. Carried by hit singles ‘Another One Bites the Dust’ and ‘Crazy Little Thing Called Love,’ The Game remains Queen’s best-selling studio album in the U.S., with four million copies sold to date. Starting Bid $1000
Desirable fully signed and uninscribed Hot Space album by Queen
7172. Queen Signed Album - Hot Space. UK vinyl pressing of the 1982 Queen album Hot Space, which has been signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Freddie Mercury, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon, and in blue ballpoint by Brian May. The consignor notes that the autographs were obtained in 1982. In very good to fine condition, with wear to the edges, and a small stain to the bottom right corner. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $1000
News of the
World-era band
portrait signed in full by Queen
7173. Queen Signed Photograph - Uninscribed 1977 Band Portrait. Vintage circa 1977 glossy 10 x 8 Elektra Records publicity photo of Queen, featuring a band portrait taken by photographer Christopher Hopper, signed in blue ballpoint by Freddie Mercury, in black ballpoint by Roger Taylor, and in blue felt tip by John Deacon and Brian May. In fine condition, with a bit of light creasing, and a tiny hole in the top border. A desirable uninscribed band photo that dates to Queen’s iconic News of the World period, which produced chart-topping anthems ‘We Will Rock You’ and ‘We Are the Champions.’ Starting Bid $500
7174. Queen Signatures. Bold felt tip signatures of Queen—Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon—on an off-white 5.75 x 4 card. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $500
7175. Queen Signed Album - Iron Eagle. Iron Eagle soundtrack album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor. In fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. The album’s first track is Queen’s ‘One Vision,’ which is used multiple times during the training and battle scenes of the film, where the young hero, Doug Masters, plays the song on his cassette player and headphones. Starting Bid $500
JAZZ, BLUES, AND AMERICAN STANARDS
7176. Miles Davis Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein‘Backstage, Los Angeles (1959)’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 16 x 20 silver gelatin photograph of Miles Davis standing in a full length pose, taken by Feinstein in 1959. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Miles Davis, (Backstage, Los Angeles, Ca., 1959),” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In very fine condition.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings.Starting Bid $200
Stunning signed portrait of ‘Lady Day’
7177. Billie Holiday Signed Photograph. Fantastic vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders portrait of the legendary jazz singer, neatly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Best always to Paul from Billie Holiday.” Handsomely cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 16.5; a photocopy of the photo’s Music Corporation of America label, concealed by the frame’s backing, is affixed to the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with two small edge tears, and scattered creasing, primarily to the right side. Starting Bid $200
Rare menu from Birdland in NYC, signed by jazz icons Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie
7480. Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie Signed ‘Birdland’ Menu. Fantastic 8.5 x 11 menu for the ‘Birdland’ jazz club on Broadway at 52nd Street in New York City, two pages, signed on the front cover in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Charlie Parker,” “Dizzy Gillespie,” and “Welcome to Birdland, Sincerely, Bob Garrity.” In very good to fine condition, with brushing to the signatures, light handling wear, and some old tape to an inner hinge split.
Named after Charlie Parker, Birdland was one of NYC’s premiere jazz clubs. It was open from 1949 to 1965 and played
host to many of the biggest names in jazz: in addition to Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, the likes of John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Billie Holiday, Thelonious Monk, Lester Young, Stan Getz, Art Blakey, Coleman Hawkins, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus, and many more performed there. Several recordings of these concerts were released as records, including One Night In Birdland by Charlie Parker (1950), A Night at Birdland by Art Blakey (1954), Basie at Birdland by Count Basie (1960), and Live at Birdland by the John Coltrane Quartet (1964). Starting Bid $300
1950s
Rare Mercury Records publicity photo signed by the Big Bopper for a pioneering rock ‘n’ roll DJ
7208. J. P. ‘Big Bopper’ Richardson Rare Signed Photograph. Early rock ‘n’ roller and disc jockey (1930–1959) known for his songs ‘Chantilly Lace,’ ‘Running Bear,’ and ‘White Lightning,’ who was tragically killed along with Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens in a plane crash on February 3, 1959—famously known as ‘The Day the Music Died.’ Incredibly rare vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.5 Mercury Records promo photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to radio personality George ‘Hound Dog’ Lorenz, “Hello Baby! To my buddy—Hound Dog, Thanks for Everything, The Big Bopper.” Nicely matted and framed with a descriptive caption to an overall size of 14.5 x 19.25. In very good to fine condition, with surface impressions and several creases touching his face, visible at an angle. The Big Bopper’s autograph is extremely scarce and sought after in any form, this being just the second signed photograph we’ve offered in the last decade.
As a radio emcee/personality, George Lorenz, known fondly as ‘Hound Dog,’ was recognized by his many listeners as one of the most renowned showmen in the music industry. With his vision and passion for music, he pioneered the birth of rock ‘n’ roll and laid claim to what would change American music forever. He launched many of the careers of artists and musical groups, maintaining ongoing friendships with them. The ‘Hound Dog’ did many shows along the east coast with The Big Bopper, as well as with Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens. Devastated by their deaths, George recalled the last time they spoke: he told The Big Bopper, ‘When you finish this leg of your tour, let’s do another show in Buffalo.’ Bopper sent an autographed picture to George but, sadly, there would be no more shows. George remembered: ‘The Big Bopper was a great radio personality, artist, and a down to earth, wonderful guy.’ Starting Bid $300
COUNTRY AND FOLK
Cline heads out on tour with Johnny Cash, George Jones, and Carl Perkins—
“Should really be a wet tour with all these drinking nuts”
7214. Patsy Cline Autograph Letter Signed on Her New Record and Touring with Johnny Cash, George Jones, Carl Perkins: “Should really be a wet tour with all these drinking nuts”. Fantastic ALS signed “Patsy,” six pages on two sets of adjoining sheets with cowboy illustrations, 4 x 5, January 20, 1962. Significant handwritten letter to friend Marie Flynt, in part [grammar and spelling retained]: “Well I’m taking off again on another trip. Start tonight in Tulsa & then to Kansas, Idaho, Omaha, South Dakota, Wichita & Des Moines. This trip with Johnny Cash, George Jones, Carl Perkins, Gorden Terry & myself. Should really be a wet tour with all these drinking nuts. Then come home for 3 days & go back to Canada for 2 days…Gosh! I sure hated to see you all leave that day at home. I just felt strange about you leaving and I was afraid something would happen, but thought maybe I was just like that because of all my accidents, I sure hope all is well & you got the car fixed O.K…Well looks like my new record is gonna make a little noise after all. It’s going in no 60 slot next week in Bill Board and they are calling it a 2 sided hit. Dick Clark is playing it and that’s a big help. It was the highest rated record he had of new releases last week. Everyone says this is the best one yet and says ole Hank Cochran (who wrote it) really did his self a master-piece this time. He also wrote ‘Little Bitty Tear’ & E Tubbs’ ‘Through That Door.’ He’s got 3 or 4 in the charts now & he’s tickled pink. They want me to do another album right away but I’m gonna be real sick with my throat for the next 2 mos, so I can’t cut another one yet. The album to date has sold 40,000 and is just now breakin big in sales. The new one (single) has sold about 250,000 copies so far and only been out a week & 1/2. Don’t guess I’ll get to do the Ed Sullivan show any time soon. Randy is holding out until they give me $5000 for a T.V. spot. I think he’s too high but he says he’ll get it if this record gets in the top 40. I hope he’s right & so far he’s been right.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Cline’s own hand, and a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. After the success of ‘I Fall to Pieces,’ which Cochran also penned, Cline released ‘She’s Got You’ on January 10, 1962, which served as the first single for her third studio album, Sentimentally Yours. Starting Bid $200
7215. Johnny Cash at San Quentin Oversized ‘Middle Finger’ Photograph Signed by Jim Marshall - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an iconic oversized original 17.75 x 11.75 silver gelatin photograph of Johnny Cash gesturing with his middle finger during his performance at San Quentin Prison in 1969, matted to an overall size of 24 x 20, titled and signed on the mat in pencil by the photographer, “Johnny Cash—1969—Jim Marshall.” Framed and in very fine condition.
From Jimi Hendrix setting his guitar aflame at Monterey to Johnny Cash flipping the bird at San Quentin, rock photographer Jim Marshall captured many of rock’s most iconic moments. In an interview with the San Francisco Art Exchange, Marshall recalled the circumstances of this photo: ‘I said, ‘John, let’s do a shot for the warden,’’ before the country legend flipped the camera the bird,’ adding that the image was ‘probably the most ripped off photograph in the history of the world.’
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Starting Bid $200
1960s
7218. Cream and Canned Heat Autograph Album with Jeff Beck, Rod Stewart, and Ronnie Wood. Vintage autograph album from the late 1960s, 4.75 x 4, signed inside in ballpoint on the same page by legendary rock bands Cream (Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Ginger Baker) and Canned Heat (Bob Hite, Larry Taylor, Henry Vestine, Alan Wilson, and Adolfo ‘Fito’ de la Parra). The album also contains signatures of Rod Stewart and Jeff Beck (same page), Ron Wood, Tim Rose, and others. A band image clipping of Cream affixed to the inside back cover notes their appearance on the rock/pop music television program Ready Steady Go! In fine condition, with missing covers and a loose spine to the album itself. Starting Bid $200
7219. Duane Eddy Signed Gretsch Signature Model Electric Guitar. Gorgeous Duane Eddy Signature Model (Nashville 6120) hollow body electric guitar by Gretsch with a lacquered maple body with a desert sunrise color finish, signed on the body in black felt tip by Eddy. The pickguard and headstock feature Eddy’s facsimile signature. Includes its original hardshell carrying case by Gretsch with associated documentation. In fine condition. This beautiful guitar features twin DynaSonic single-coil pickups, Tru-Arc ‘rocking’ bar bridge, trestle bracing, and special neck and headstock profile replicated from Eddy’s original G6120, which was heard on many of his chart-topping hits. Starting Bid $200
Gorgeous 1963 ‘El Clasico Especial’ classical guitar signed by esteemed New York luthier Manuel Velazquez
7486. Manuel Velasquez Signed 1963 ‘El Clasico Special’ Classical Guitar. Beautiful vintage 1963 ‘El Clasico Especial’ classical guitar by renowned New York luthier Manuel Velazquez, who has signed the inner soundhole label in blue ballpoint, “M. Velazquez,” and added the number, “F-30,” and year, “1963.” This hand-crafted guitar was built with Brazilian rosewood for the back and sides, mahogany for the neck, a German spruce top, an ebony fingerboard, and both the binding and headstock cap are made using high-quality rosewood. In fine condition, with scattered scuffs and marks to the body. Includes an attractive vintage hardshell carrying case, which contains the original “M. Velazquez Guitars, Inc.” brochure, as well as extra nylon strings, capo, tuning fork, picks, and a case of powdered pumice.
The consignor notes that he purchased this guitar from Velazquez in 1964.
Born in Puerto Rico in 1917, Manuel Velasquez attended woodworking school as a youth and worked at a local cabinet shop when he was 14 years old. He created his first guitar in 1929 when he was only 12 years old in Puerto Rico, having learned the art of guitar making from his older brother and absorbed valuable lessons about species of wood from his father. Another influence was a guitar teacher named Jorge Rubiano who encouraged the young Velasquez to see a Segovia perform in Puerto Rico. Hearing Segovia play on his 1937 Hauser greatly impacted Velasquez. He was also inspired by the guitar of Antonio de Torres and Santos Hernandez. After moving to New York in 1941, Velasquez worked as a cabinet maker and a joiner in a shipyard before opening his first workshop in 1948. In time, he gained many admirers, including the premier classical guitarist of all time, Andres Segovia. Starting Bid $500
7221. Janis Joplin ‘Pearl’ Album Art Outtake Limited Edition Print - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. Limited edition color satin-finish 16 x 20 outtake print from the shoot for the front of Janis Joplin’s 1971 album Pearl, showing the celebrated blues-rock vocalist seated on an antique sofa with feathers in her hair, hand on chin. Signed and titled on the reverse in black felt tip by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Janis Joplin, (Pearl), Hollywood, California, 1970, 3/10.” In very fine condition. This limited edition print was created for a gallery and kept by Feinstein for his personal collection.
Pearl represented Janis Joplin’s farewell—it was released in January 1971, three months after her death on October 4th. The album cover featured a slightly different image from Feinstein’s shoot, showing Joplin similarly positioned on the Victorian loveseat, but with a drink in hand. The photo session took place in Hollywood on October 3rd, the day before her tragic overdose. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7222. Peter, Paul and Mary Oversized Original Photograph by Barry Feinstein - ‘March on Washington’. From the personal collection of legendary rock photographer Barry Feinstein—an original semi-glossy 16 x 20 silver gelatin photograph of Peter, Paul and Mary performing the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963, with the imposing Washington Monument towering over the massive crowd. Signed and titled on the reverse in pencil by the photographer, “Barry Feinstein, Peter, Paul & Mary, March on Washington, Aug. 1963,” beneath Feinstein’s copyright stamp. In very fine condition.
Although Martin Luther King, Jr. was the headline act with his enduring ‘I Have a Dream’ speech, several folk artists performed
during the March on Washington: Joan Baez led the crowd in several verses of ‘We Shall Overcome’ and ‘Oh Freedom,’ Bob Dylan performed ‘When the Ship Comes In,’ and Peter, Paul and Mary sang ‘If I Had a Hammer’ and covered Dylan’s ‘Blowin’ in the Wind.’ Of their performance, Peter Yarrow said: ‘It was our intention not to entertain, not to make people take a moment off, but to focus on why we were there. And when we did so, it was euphoric.’ From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
1970s
Platinum RIAA sales award for the
‘Concert for Bangladesh’ concert film, presented to iconic rock photographer Barry Feinstein
7241. The Concert For Bangladesh RIAA Platinum Sales Award for ‘The Concert for Bangladesh’ - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. Official serial number hologram-style RIAA platinum sales award presented to “Barry Feinstein to commemorate RIAA Certified 4x Platinum Sales of the Apple/Rhino 2 DVD set ‘The Concert for Bangladesh.’” Impressively framed with its DVDs, box, and plate to an overall size of 19.25 x 19.5. Award retains its original backing with Jewel Box Platinum label intact. In fine condition.
The Concert for Bangladesh, a pair of benefit concerts organized by Harrison and sitar master Ravi Shankar, were held at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on August 1, 1971. They were attended by over 40,000 people and raised close to $250,000 for Bangladesh relief, funds designed to assist refugees from East Pakistan following the Bangladesh Liberation War-related genocide. Although Ringo Starr was the only other Beatle
to attend, the concerts included many willing and legendary musicians, including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and Badfinger.
The concert film, released in 1972, was produced by The Beatles’ Apple Films and directed by Saul Swimmer. By 1985, through revenue raised from the Concert for Bangladesh live album and film, an estimated $12 million had been sent to Bangladesh, and sales of the live album and DVD release of the film continue to benefit the George Harrison Fund for UNICEF. Barry Feinstein and frequent collaborator Tom Wilkes were the official photographers for the concert; together, they designed the packaging for the live triple album box set, which was adapted for distribution of the concert film.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Starting Bid $200
Remarkable triple-signed Concert for Bangladesh mini lobby card, featuring George Harrison, Bob Dylan, and Leon Russell
7242. The Concert For Bangladesh: George Harrison, Bob Dylan, and Leon Russell Signed Mini Lobby Card. Scarce color 10 x 8 mini lobby card for the Apple/ Twentieth Century-Fox film of The Concert for Bangladesh, signed in black felt tip by Bob Dylan and George Harrison, and in silver ink by Leon Russell. In fine condition, with light wear to corner tips. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL.
The Concert for Bangladesh, a pair of benefit concerts organized by Harrison and sitar master Ravi Shankar, were held at NYC’s Madison Square Garden on August 1, 1971. They were attended by over 40,000 people and raised close to $250,000 for Bangladesh relief, funds designed to assist refugees from
East Pakistan following the Bangladesh Liberation War-related genocide. Although Ringo Starr was the only other Beatle to attend, the concerts included many willing and legendary musicians, including Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and Badfinger.
The concert film, released in 1972, was produced by The Beatles’ Apple Films and directed by Saul Swimmer. The movie captures four of the songs performed by Harrison, Dylan, and Russell, all Dylan originals: ‘A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall,’ ‘It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry,’ ‘Blowin’ in the Wind,’ and ‘Just Like a Woman.’ A stunning signed piece from one of rock music’s greatest charity endeavors. Starting Bid $500
7243. Black Sabbath and Stevie Nicks Signatures. Vintage ballpoint and felt tip signatures of Black Sabbath—Ozzy Osbourne, Bill Ward, Tony Iommi, and Geezer Butler—on an off-white 5.5 x 4 album page, the reverse of which is signed by Stevie Nick of Fleetwood Mac. Collector’s notations to the Sabbath side date the signatures to New Bingley Hall in Stafford, England, on March 6, 1977, which was part of the group’s Technical Ecstasy tour. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7244. Tony Iommi Autograph Letter Signed - Black Sabbath Tour Australia in Early 1973. ALS signed “Tony,” penned on the reverse of a color 5.5 x 3.5 postcard of Hong Kong harbor, postmarked on January 14, 1973, from Melbourne, Australia. Handwritten letter to the group’s concert promoter, Norman Hood, in full: “Well we’ve got here OK. At the moment we’re in Melbourne, just after flying in from Fiji, where we spent a few days off. The weather there was great, the only thing I didn’t like was all the bugs all over the place. Hope everything is OK with you Norm. I’ve made a good contact over here for some gigs (good A!) See you soon.” In fine condition, with light scuffing and an old tape stain. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7245. David Bowie Signed Album - Aladdin Sane. Aladdin Sane album by David Bowie, who has signed the back cover in blue ballpoint, “Bowie, 88.” In fine condition. The record is not included. An essential signed Bowie album that further cemented his rock superstar status. Starting Bid $200
7246. Eric Clapton Autograph Letter Signed to His Ex-Wife, Pattie Boyd. ALS signed “El, x,” penned on the reverse of a color 6.75 x 4.75 postcard of Petrohue Waterfalls, postmarked from Chile in October 1990. Handwritten letter from Eric Clapton to his ex-wife, Pattie Boyd, to whom he calls “Nell,” in full: “Here I am in South America, everybody’s got dodgy tummies or sick in one way or another, but it’s a great place, very, very different, like a cross between Poland and Mexico – I hope you are well and happy, I get home in late October I hope I see you then.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a signed certificate of authenticity from Pattie Boyd. Starting Bid $200
7474. Eric Clapton Signed Fender Squier Stratocaster Electric Gutiar. Beautiful Fender Squier Stratocaster electric guitar with a sunburst finish, nicely signed on the body in black felt tip by Eric Clapton. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services and a letter of provenance from in-person autograph collector John Brennan. Starting Bid $500
7478. Eric Clapton’s Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Certificate. Songwriters Hall of Fame induction certificate presented to Eric Clapton, signed in ink by chairman Hal David, 10.75 x 13.75, June 14, 2001. In full: “The National Academy of Popular Music Songwriters Hall of Fame is proud to induct Eric Clapton into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, June 13, 2001.” Retains its gold seal and ribbon affixed at the lower left. Framed to an overall size of 13 x 16. In fine condition.
Recognizing Eric Clapton as a ‘transcendant blues guitarist, singer and songwriter,’ the Songwriters Hall of Fame notes: ‘The only triple inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of both The Yardbirds and Cream and as a solo artist), Eric Clapton continues to astonish and delight a vast spectrum of music lovers.’Starting Bid $200
7479. Eric Clapton Oversized Color Photograph by John Olson. Original color semi-glossy 14 x 11 photographic print of a photograph taken by Life Magazine’s John Olson in 1971, showing Eric Clapton at the dinner table with his grandmother, Rose Clapp, who raised him, at her home in Surrey, England. Printed circa 1990s, the reverse bears “Kodak Professional” watermarks and is annotated in red pencil: “Photo by John Olson/LIFE, Not for Reproduction.” In fine condition. This image appeared in the article ‘The Rock Family Affair,’ published in the September 24, 1971 issue of Life Magazine. Starting Bid $200
7485. Eric Clapton’s Playboy Magazine 1999 ‘Music Poll Winner’ Award for ‘Male Vocalist: Rock’. Playboy Magazine ‘Music Poll Winner’ award presented to Eric Clapton in 1999 for “Male Vocalist: Rock.” The acrylic obelisk award measures 2.25˝ x 6.5˝ x 2.25˝ and features the Playboy bunny logo with Clapton’s name below. In fine condition. Accompanied by its original box. Starting Bid $200
7247. Eric Clapton (4) Annotated Polaroid Photographs - From the Collection of Pattie Boyd. Four color glossy 3.5 x 4.25 Polaroid photographs taken during Eric Clapton and Pattie Boyd’s stay at bassist Carl Radle’s home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, circa 1977, each annotated in the lower border in black felt tip by Clapton. The images and annotations are as follows: Boyd seated and talking on the telephone, “On the Bone (Jeffry)”; Boyd wearing a nightgown near a large window, “Crumpet”; a group of records and an acoustic guitar near a fireplace, “Noise”; and a counter with a variety of alcohol, “Relatives.” The reverse of each bears a Christie’s stamp identifying the photograph as deriving from “The Pattie Boyd Collection.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7249. Deep Purple Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Deep Purple on a pair of yellow and light blue 5.5 x 4 album pages, with one signed by Dave Coverdale, and the other signed by Jon Lord, Ian Paice, Tommy Bolin, and Glenn Hughes. Collector’s notations to both date the signatures to Granby Halls in Leicester, England, on March 11, 1976, which was part of the group’s Come Taste the Band Tour. In very good to fine condition, with scattered stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7248. Delaney & Bonnie & Friends ‘On Tour with Eric Clapton’ Back Album Cover Proof
Photograph by Barry Feinstein. Photographer Barry Feinstein’s original back cover proof for the live album On Tour with Eric Clapton by Delaney & Bonnie & Friends, showing the ten-man touring band with Delaney and Bonnie Bramlett in the middle. The semi-glossy 16.25 x 13.25 silver gelatin photograph is affixed to its original 18 x 15 board, with pencil crop marks in the borders defining the image for resizing to the standard album cover width of 12 3/8˝. The photograph is protected by a plastic overlay. Originating from Feinstein’s estate, this album cover proof was sent to the label, Atco Records, for press and then returned to Feinstein. In fine condition.
On Tour with Eric Clapton is a 1970 live album by Delaney & Bonnie with Eric Clapton, along with their famed touring band that included Jim Gordon, Carl Radle, Bobby Whitlock, and Dave Mason. Recorded during their December 1969 concert at Fairfield Halls, Croydon, England, the album has been celebrated as ‘a triumph’ with ‘wicked performances of the kind of country and boogie that would define Southern rock’ (Rolling Stone). From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7250. Delaney & Bonnie ‘Home’ Album Art Outtake Proof
Photograph by Barry Feinstein. Photographer Barry Feinstein’s original outtake proof from the shoot for the front cover of Delaney & Bonnie’s 1969 debut album Home, showing Delaney and Bonnie with Delaney’s grandfather, John Bramlett, in front of the log cabin in Pontotoc, Mississippi, where Delaney grew up. The color semi-glossy 15.25 x 15.75 photograph is affixed to its original 20 x 24 board, with a protective paper overlay featuring a label from Ted Staidle & Associates Photographic Color Reproduction, Los Angeles. In fine condition.
In this image, Bonnie is looking down and Delaney is conversing with his grandfather; in the similar image chosen for the album’s front cover, Bonnie peers straight ahead while Delaney looks away. Recorded at Stax Studios in Memphis, Tennessee, the album offers a classic blend of blues and soul, with backing performances by many of Stax’s legendary house musicians, including Donald ‘Duck’ Dunn, Steve Cropper, Booker T. Jones, and Isaac Hayes. From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
Fleetwood Mac’s landmark Rumours album, boasting a full cast of vintage signatures
7251. Fleetwood Mac Fully Signed Album - Rumours. Rumours album by Fleetwood Mac, signed and inscribed on the front cover in ballpoint, “To Takas family, love Stevie Nicks,” “To the Takats Family, Mick Fleetwood,” “Thank you, Christine McVie,” “Lindsey Buckingham,” and “Thank you, John McVie.” In very good to fine condition, with soiling, edge wear, and a stain to the lower left corner. The record is not included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from JSA and Beckett Authentication Services. Starting Bid $300
7252. Genesis Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Genesis—Phil Collins, Tony Banks, Steve Hackett, Bill Bruford, and Mike Rutherford—on a light pink 4 x 5.5 album page. Collector’s notations date the signatures to June 10, 1976, in Stafford, England; the month is presumably wrong, as Genesis played a concert at Stafford’s Bingley Hall on July 10, 1976. In fine condition, with some small stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7253. Genesis Multi-Signed (5) Album - Genesis Live. Genesis Live album signed on the front cover in pink paint pen by Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Steve Hackett, Mike Rutherford, and Phil Collins. In fine condition, with two small dings to the spine edge. The record is included. Starting Bid $200
22 signed albums sent as a ‘thank
you’
present from Elton John
7475. Elton John Collection of (22) Signed Albums, including Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Greatest Hits, and Captain Fantastic. Marvelous collection of 22 albums by Elton John, consisting of 19 of his first 21 studio albums and his first three compilation albums, all of which have been signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by the award-winning musician. All of the records are included. The album titles, in chronological order, are as follow: Empty Sky; Tumbleweed Connection; Madman Across the Water; Friends soundtrack; Honkey Chateau; Don’t’ Shoot Me I’m Only the Piano Player; Goodbye Yellow Brick Road; Caribou; Greatest Hits; Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy; Rock of the Westies; Blue Moves; Greatest Hits Volume II; A Single Man; Victim of Love; Lady Samantha; The Fox; Jump Up!; Two Low for Zero; Breaking Hearts; Ice On Fire; and Leather Jackets. In overall fine condition.
When first sold in 2021, this archive included a letter of provenance (now absent) explaining the incredible circumstances behind the signed albums, in part: “In the Autumn of 1987, Elton John sang an impromptu gig at my parents’ pub, the Robin Hood in Hackney. My parents passed recently and they forever spoke about that evening. I was at boarding school at the time. Elton John had finished a recording session for the day and he then asked his band mates, Alan Carvell and John Carr, what they were up to that evening. They told him they were playing a gig at a pub, Elton said he would come along and watch them.
My dad opened the pub as normal and in walks Elton dressed in civvies, with his bodyguard. Throughout the night, the bodyguard referred to him as ‘Mr Elton.’ As word got about that he was in the pub, people started flocking in to see him. The band set up as normal and started playing a few tracks. Legend has it, a lad tried to persuade Elton to sing, eventually he relented and so began the secret Elton John gig. He played a lot of the classics. Elton tried the pub piano but it was very out of tune, instead opting for the stage, a simple raised platform of bottle crates covered in carpet.
The pub was rammed, the bar was non stop and apparently the phone wouldn’t stop ringing, people were queuing to use the payphone and were even stood in the garden listening. At the end Elton posed for some photographs and spoke to mum and dad for a while. All my mum could muster was ‘Thank you for coming!’…
That night was one of my parents’ most treasured memories. My parents made a significant donation to charity from the profits made that evening. Elton sent as a gift his back catalogue of albums, he signed each one of them.” Starting Bid $1000
“Rasta Live, Bob Marley”— obtained in Australia on April 20th
7254. Bob Marley Signature - Obtained in Adelaide, Australia, on April 20, 1979. Desirable vintage ballpoint signature, “Rasta Live, Bob Marley,” on an off-white 3 x 2.5 sheet. Matted with a portrait of Marley taken at the Adelaide concert to an overall size of 14 x 13. In fine condition. The consignor notes that the autograph was obtained just after Marley left the stage in Adelaide, Australia, on April 20, 1979. Marley’s only ever visit to Australia lasted just under two weeks in April 1979, playing a select handful of dates while on his Asia & Oceania leg of his 1979 ‘Babylon By Bus’ World Tour. Starting Bid $300
7256. Bruce Springsteen Signed Album - Born in the USA. Born in the USA album signed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “Bruce Springsteen.” In very fine condition, with the plastic wrapper (with ‘Dancing in the Dark’ promo sticker) torn but present. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. A superb, vintage-signed example of Bruce Springsteen’s classic album, which became a massive commercial success—it was the best-selling album of 1985 and topped the charts in nine countries, launching Springsteen into worldwide superstardom. Starting Bid $200
Attractive Strat with a huge autograph from The Boss: “Git it! Bruce Springsteen”
7472. Bruce Springsteen Signed Fender Squier Stratocaster Electric Guitar. Outstanding cream-bodied Fender Squier Stratocaster electric guitar (made in Japan), serial no. E805725, boldly and prominently signed on the body in black felt tip, “Git it! Bruce Springsteen.” The Boss’s autograph is a huge and exceptional example, filling most of the guitar’s surface. In fine condition, with the strap buttons missing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500
7257. Steely Dan Signed Electric Guitar. Beautiful Fender Stratocaster electric guitar with a metallic ice blue finish, signed and inscribed on the off-white pickguard in black felt tip, “Yo John! Walter Becker” and “Donald Fagen.” Includes its original hardshell Fender carrying case. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Massive music collection containing approximately 650 albums signed by some of rock and roll’s biggest names
7255. Rock and Roll Collection of (600+) Albums.
Impressive collection of over 600 albums signed by many of rock and roll’s biggest bands and musicians, some of whom have signed multiple albums, including Ray and Dave Davies of the Kinks (roughly 45 albums), Eric Burdon (35), Graham Nash (20), Robin Trower (20), John Mayall (20+, some also signed by John McVie), Steve Winwood (15), Ian McLagan (20+, some signed by Steve Marriott, who, in turn, has signed over 10 of his own), Ian Anderson (25, most also signed by Martin Barre), Adam Ant (10+), and over a half dozen by both Dave Mason and Jack Bruce.
To a lesser extent, there are multiple albums (two or more) signed by each of the following names: Pete Townshend, John Sebastian, Justin Hayward, Roger McGuinn, Peter Frampton, Oingo Boingo, Mick Jones, Steve Miller, Christine McVie, Stephen Stills, Jeff Beck, Debbie Harry, Leslie West, Simon Townshend, Jon Anderson, Rick Wakeman, Ian Hunter, Joe Jackson, Greg Lake, and Noel Redding.
Also of key interest are single albums signed by Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones, the Monkees, Loverboy, Alan Parson, Slash, Steve Howe, Todd Rundgren, Art Garfunkel, and Mick Fleetwood.
Additionally, multiple albums are signed by partial bands. For example, there are several Jefferson Airplane albums signed by Jack Casady and Jorma Kaukonen, as well as albums signed by various members of the Moody Blues, Yes, the Byrds, Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Psychedelic Furs, Procol Harum, Poco, UFO, America, Hermans Hermits, and almost two dozen albums signed by some of the members of Humble Pie.
While the breadth of names is not expansive, the overall quantity, nearly complete lack of inscriptions, and generally bold in-person examples, make for an impressive showing. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
7258. Barbra Streisand ‘Stoney End’ Album Art Outtake Limited Edition Print - From the Collection of Photographer Barry Feinstein. Limited edition color satinfinish 24 x 24 outtake print from the shoot for the front of Barbra Streisand’s 1970 album Stoney End, showing the versatile entertainer seated on an antique sofa in the back of a red pickup truck in the Mojave Desert, looking toward Sunrise Mountain, with two red chairs in the background. The piece has a “Barry Feinstein Photography” blindstamp in the lower right corner and a Barry Feinstein copyright stamp on the reverse, and is annotated on the reverse in black felt tip: “Barbra Streisand, ‘Stoney End,’ 1971, 3/25.” In fine condition. This limited edition print was created for a gallery in the 1990s—this example was kept by Feinstein for his personal collection.
In the finalized album artwork, Streisand is shown in a different position on the couch, closer to the cab of the truck. Conceived and created by Barry Feinstein and his frequent collaborator Tom Wilkes, Feinstein volunteered his own pickup truck (with custom New York license plate “11-BF”) for the shoot, which they set up in the Mojave during one of Streisand’s Las Vegas residencies.
Wilkes told a Streisand biographer: ‘It was a dirt road in the desert, surrounded by mountains. Someone—probably Barbra— suggested we have antique furniture placed on the truck. So, we rented a red velvet couch and some chairs. Jay York, a friend of ours, went out and rounded up the stuff for us. We went out to the desert early in the morning and set everything up. That afternoon Barbra arrived in a limo. I remember it was winter and very cold. She put up with a lot of different shootings—in the cab of the truck, on the back of the truck, and on the road. She was a real trouper. She kept jumping up and down, and putting her hands under her arms, because it was cold, real cold. She never complained; there was no star stuff. Afterwards she invited us all back to her house. She had this rented house in Vegas, and we hung out there for two or three hours. She fed us and gave us drinks and made sure we were comfortable. Later, Barry and I picked the shot for the cover and both Barbra and Richard Perry agreed on it. There were no problems whatsoever. It was a great experience.’
Stoney End was positioned to be Barbra Streisand’s pop-rock breakthrough, featuring cover versions of songs by contemporary singer-songwriters like Laura Nyro, Randy Newman, Harry Nilsson, and Joni Mitchell. The album was a great success, hitting number 10 on the Billboard 200 and eventually going platinum with sales in excess of one million copies.
From the personal collection of Barry Feinstein and accompanied by a letter of authenticity from his estate. Barry Feinstein passed away in 2011, and since then his estate has offered posthumous estate stamped limited edition photographs from his archives; this example, printed during his lifetime and deriving from his personal collection, is superior to those gallery offerings. Starting Bid $200
7262. Van Halen Signed Photograph. Color glossy 6.75 x 9 photo of Van Halen, signed in black felt tip by Sammy Hagar, Eddie Van Halen, Michael Anthony, and Alex Van Halen. Triple-matted and framed with an engraved plate to an overall size of 14.75 x 18.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
7263. Yes Multi-Signed (8) Album Flat - Yesyears. Album flat for the 1991 Yes boxset Yesyears, signed in red felt tip by ?Bill Bruford, and in pink paint pen by Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Steve Howe, Alan White, Rick Wakeman, Tony Kaye, and Trevor Rabin. In fine condition. The record is not included.
Starting Bid $200
Kramer electric guitar played by Eddie Van Halen at the legendary 1986 Kramer NAMM Jam in Chicago alongside Journey’s Neal Schon and The Who’s John Entwistle
7261. Eddie Van Halen Vintage Kramer Electric Guitar Played at the 1986 Kramer NAMM Jam. Vintage white-bodied Kramer Stratocaster-style electric guitar (E 3590) played by Eddie Van Halen at NAMM in Chicago, Illinois, in June 1986, when he joined musicians John Entwistle, Neal Schon, and others at the now legendary after-show Kramer Jam. Included with the guitar is the original Kramer hardshell carrying case and a color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Van Halen playing the offered guitar at the Kramer Jam, with Schon pictured to his left, signed in black felt tip, “Eddie Van Halen” and “To: Dan, Neal Schon.” The guitar is in fine condition, with overall toning to the body, a common issue for guitars of this age; the photo bears bleeding to the Schon signature.
Accompanied by a letter of provenance from noted rock photographer Dan Kristen, who obtained the guitar from a Kramer representative the day after the NAMM jam showcase: ‘A Kramer guitar representative was at the NAMM show Kramer party and brought the guitars that the musicians would be playing that night. The Kramer party was in downtown Chicago and was highlighted when EVH played alongside Neal Schon from Journey. The Kramer rep came into Naperville Music the following day and had the guitar that EVH played in the Kramer Jam the night before. I wound up purchasing that guitar. Another Kramer rep who was also at the jam wound up giving me the picture of EVH playing the guitar while jamming with Schon. I had Edward and Neal sign the picture. I have owned the guitar since 1986.’
Guitar statement: all electronics are in working order. The guitar originally featured two JB Seymour Duncan pickups, with the bridge pickup swapped for an EMG pickup by the owner; the original JBJ Seymour Duncan pickup that Van Halen used
with the guitar is in the case pocket with pots and washers, the screw-in tremolo arm, and a small wrench. The Seymour Duncan JBJ pickup is still in the neck position. Both of these pickups were wound by Maricela Juarez, who now heads up the Seymour Duncan Custom Shop, and are very desirable on their own.
The body is Stratocaster-style with comfort cutaways and is 25.5-inch scale length. The original German Floyd Rose tremolo system and locking nut are in place, and the original white finish has aged to more of a cream color, which is normal for white guitars almost 40 years old. The neck is a three-piece maple with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, and the original black 135-degree angle Schaller tuners are in place as is the Allen wrench in its mount on the back of the headstock. The neck plate reads “Kramer, Neptune, NJ, USA,” and is marked with a serial number of “E 3590.” Starting Bid $2500
PUNK ROCK AND THE RAMONES
Johnny Rotten’s early original working lyrics for ‘Holidays in the Sun’ and ‘Submission,’ a pair of beloved punk anthems from the band’s iconic debut album, Never Mind the Bollocks,
Here’s the Sex Pistols
7311. Sex Pistols: Johnny Rotten Original Handwritten Lyrics for ‘Holidays in the Sun’ and ‘Submission,’ Classic Tracks from Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols. Historic original handwritten lyrics by John Lydon, aka Johnny Rotten, for the songs ‘Holidays in the Sun’ and ‘Submission,’ both of which were included on the Sex Pistols’ legendary full-length debut album, Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols, which was released in the UK on October 28, 1977. The unsigned working lyrics are penned in black and green ballpoint on both sides of an 8 x 13 sheet, with the front featuring early complete lyrics for “Holiday in the Sun,” the title of which Lydon has added above. The lyrics read, in part (grammar and spelling retained): “I dont want a holiday in the sun / I wanna go to the new Belsen / I wanna see some history / cos I got a reasonable economy / Now I got a reason / In sensurround sound in a two inch wall / I was waiting for the comunist call / didnt ask for sunshine and I got World War three / I looked over the wall and they looked at me / Now I got a reason “ / and Im still waiting / at the Berlin Wall.” Lydon has added the first line pencil: “A cheap holiday in other peoples misery.”
The reverse side features green ballpoint lyrics for the song ‘Submission,’ to which Lydon has not added the title. They read: “Im on a submarine mission for you babe / Feel the way you were going / I picked you up on my T.V. screen / I can feel your undercurrent flowing / Submission / down / I cant tell you what I found / You got me pretty deep babe / Cant figure out your watery love / I gota solve your mystery babe / while your sitting it out in heaven above.” In fine condition, with three folds and general light handling wear. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, a full letter of authenticity from REAL, and a signed letter of provenance from acclaimed Sex Pistols and Punk historian and music journalist Jon Savage, from whose personal collection these lyrics derive.
These lyrics were exhibited in Cleveland’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame between 1996-2000, in addition to showings at London’s Hospital Exhibition in 2004, and the Urbis ‘PUNK: Sex, Seditionaries & the Sex Pistols’ exhibition in Manchester in 2005. Starting Bid $10,000
7306. Ramones Signed Univox Electric Guitar with Rare “Richie Beau” Signature. Vintage Japanese-made Univox MM20 electric guitar with a sunburst finish, signed on the body in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, and Dee Dee Ramone, and by Richie Beau. Includes the original carrying case. In very good to fine condition, with some light fading to the signatures, and cracks, chips, and paint loss to the finish. Accompanied by a photo of the guitar being signed by Joey and by a letter of authenticity from Ramones historian and close friend Chris Lamy, who notes that the band signed the guitar the day after the band played the Club Casbah in Manchester, New Hampshire, on March 22, 1984.
Drummer Richard Reinhardt joined the Ramones in February 1983 before the release of Subterranean Jungle. In his first months with the group, he broke the tradition of adopting the Ramones surname and instead performed under the stage name Richie Beau. However, by the time of his first recordings with the band, he had switched to the name Richie Ramone. Starting Bid $200
7310. The Clash Signatures. Vintage ink and ballpoint signatures of The Clash — “Paul Simonon,” “Joe Strummer,” “Mick Jones, (GTR),” and “To Jim, Topper Headon” — on a peach-colored 12 x 4 album centerfold page. The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at the King Georges Hall in Blackburn, England, on January 25, 1980. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
1980s
7317. Genesis: Phil Collins Handwritten Lyrics for ‘Me and Virgil’. Handwritten draft lyrics in blue ballpoint and black ink by Phil Collins for the 1981 Genesis song ‘Me and Virgil,’ headed with the working title ‘Chunky’ and marked as “Master,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, unsigned. The lyrics, in part: “So years they’d come, years they’d pass / (our) sister got married, moved out west / I stayed with ma, I couldn’t desert her / I knew it would hurt her to be alone / We all pulled tighter and we all would try to make it easy & keep a smile / but as the night came… / I couldn’t sleep, just to think of her.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
7318. U2 Signed Album - October. October album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono, to John again, October in December,” “Edge,” “Larry,” and “Adam.” In very fine condition. The record is included.
Released in 1981 as the U2’s second studio album, October reflects a more spiritual and introspective tone than their debut. Led by singles ‘Gloria’ and ‘Fire,’ it features a raw and energetic sound while exploring themes of faith, uncertainty, and idealism. Though not as commercially successful as later albums, October played a crucial role in shaping U2’s identity and direction. Starting Bid $200
Fantastic 1989 Fender Stratocaster boasting an ideal SRV autograph
7473. Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar. Beautiful cream-bodied 1989 Fender Stratocaster electric guitar (made in Japan), serial no. E963919, neatly signed on the body in red felt tip, “Stevie Ray Vaughan, 89.” In fine condition. Includes a Fender hardshell case. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Like any legendary guitarist, Vaughan is exceptionally desirable in signed guitars; given his early death, however, they are quite rare. Guitars signed on the body, rather than the pickguard, are the most highly sought after. An absolutely magnificent piece boasting a huge SRV signature. Starting Bid $1000
7319. Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed Album - Texas Flood. Texas Flood album by Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “All My Best, Stevie Ray Vaughan.” In fine condition. The record is not included. A choice, uninscribed example of SRV’s debut album, boasting a bold and prominent autograph. Starting Bid $200
7320. Wham! Signed Album - Make It Big. UK vinyl pressing of the 1984 Wham album Make It Big, signed and inscribed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “To Debbie, love, George, x” and “To Debbie, love, Andrew Ridgeley, xxx.” In fine condition, with skipping to George’s inscription. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
MICHAEL JACKSON
Archive for the important 1985 charity
single ‘We Are the World,’ highlighted by documents signed by Michael Jackson and Lionel Ritchie
7354. Michael Jackson: We Are the World Signed Document Archive (11), with Jackson 5, Lionel Richie, Steve Perry, and Others. Archive of 11 documents concerning the recording and promotion of the historic ‘We Are the World’ charity single, co-written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie in 1985 as a fundraising anthem, and recorded by the ‘USA for Africa’ supergroup of more than 40 legendary musicians, including Michael Jackson and his brothers, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder Paul Simon, Billy Joel, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Kennedy Rogers, Waylon Jennings, and many more.
The archive is highlighted by documents signed by co-writers Jackson and Ritchie: first is a DS signed twice, “Michael Jackson,” seven pages, 8.5 x 11, January 1, 1985, being a joint agreement between Michael Jackson and Lionel Ritchie, splitting the credit and songwriter’s share 50/50, and directing all royalties to the foundation. In small part: “’We Are The World,’ written and composed by Michael Jackson (‘Jackson’) and Lionel Ritchie (‘Ritchie’)…shall be licensed to Warner Bros. Music…The parties hereto agree that United Support For Artists For Africa shall have the perpetual right…to exploit the Composition in timed synchronization with the video recording of the Composition”; second is an “Inducement Letter,” signed “Lionel Ritchie,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, June 1, 1984, addressed to Diana Ross, regarding a loanout agreement “in connection
with the production of a master recording embodying the performances of Diana Ross.”
The nine other documents are releases signed by participants, including: Journey lead singer Steve Perry; Michael Jackson’s brothers Tito Jackson, Jackie Jackson, Randy Jackson, and Marlon Jackson; Toto keyboardist Steve Porcaro; Prince-affiliated drummer Sheila E. (“Sheila Escovedo”); mixing engineer Humberto Gatica; and a secretary on behalf of Smokey Robinson. In these releases, the artists sign with the understanding that “as of January 28, 1985,” the recording date for ‘We Are the World,’ “(100%) of the ‘net proceeds’ from the exploitation of the Master and the Special shall be donated directly or indirectly to victims of the famine in Africa, it being understood that some portion of such net proceeds (not to exceed fifteen percent [15%]) may be donated to the hungry in the United States.” In overall fine condition. Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie (with arrangements by Michael Omartian) and produced by Quincy Jones, ‘We Are the World’ is one of the best-selling singles of all time and an iconic song of the ‘80s. It ultimately won four Grammys, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, and Best Short Form Music Video. In total, ‘We Are the World’ raised more than $80 million for humanitarian aid. Starting Bid $1000
Detroit Red Wings hockey jacket worn by Michael Jackson
during the Off the Wall era
7355. Michael Jackson Personally-Owned and -Worn Detroit Red Wings Jacket. Michael Jackson’s personally-owned and -worn vintage NHL Detroit Red Wings jacket by Starter, which Jackson presented as a gift to his employee Terry Kisor, who worked for Jackson as both a driver and photographer during the 1980s. The red button-up bomber-style jacket, size medium, with nylon shell and polyester liner, features red-and-white knit cuffs, collar, and waistband, two front pockets, and the left chest bears a large Red Wings logo patch. Included are several candid photos of Jackson wearing an identical jacket, which matches perfectly with the style and color patterns of the jacket offered here. In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Kisor. Starting Bid $200
7356. Michael Jackson Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 Epic Records publicity photo of Michael Jackson posing with a black panther during his Dangerous era, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
The King of Pop brings on David ‘Fathead’ Newman to perform at his ‘30th Anniversary Celebration’ at Madison Square Garden
7357. Michael Jackson Document Signed - 30th Anniversary Celebration Contract for Saxophonist David Newman. DS, one page, both sides, 8.5 x 14, August 22, 2001. An agreement between World Events, LLC and saxophonist David ‘Fathead’ Newman for the latter to perform for a “2 hour prime time television special…tentatively entitled ‘Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration, The Solo Years,” which is to be held on September 7 and 10, 2001, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Signed at the conclusion in black felt tip by Michael Jackson, in blue ballpoint by producer David Gest, and in black ballpoint by Newman. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Prince’s beautiful blue custom Cloud guitar, played extensively in his ‘green room’ before taking stage PRINCE
7400. Prince’s Personally-Owned and -Played Blue Schecter ‘Cloud’ Electric Guitar. Prince’s personallyowned and played Schecter ‘Diamond Series’ Cloud electric guitar, serial number 0033991, which features a blue metallic finish, golden hardware, and cloud-inspired design to body, horn, and headstock, with a unique series of 10 silver Prince symbols to the fretboard. The battery plate bears an affixed Schecter, U.S.A. label. In fine condition, with some light toning and fading to pickups and hardware. Includes a hardshell carrying case.
Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, Raul Sandoval, which reads, in part: “This blue Cloud Guitar was gifted to me personally by the artist known as Prince Rogers Nelson (aka Prince). I was hired by Prince himself and worked as his bodyguard/personal assistant from 2001-2010. In 2005, Prince selected two (2) Schecter Cloud Guitars for himself—one in blue (noted here) and one in white. We would take them with us on tours or other engagements. The guitars would always be set up in Prince’s Green Room for him to warm up with before heading on stage—never taken on stage. I personally attest to the provenance and authenticity of this Schecter guitar and to its having been gifted directly to me by Prince.”
Luthier Dave Rusan was working at Knut-Koupée Music, a store owned by local guitarist Jeff Hill, when he was asked to create the iconic Cloud guitar in 1983. Prince, a regular customer at the South Minneapolis shop, was talking with
Hill at the counter when Rusan arrived for work. Prince and Hill moved to the back office, and after some time, the latter returned with exciting news for Rusan: ‘Prince is going to make a movie. He needs a guitar, and you’re going to make it.’
The requested Purple Rain guitar was to feature a design inspired by the bass owned by Prince’s childhood friend and former bass player, André Cymone. Other than the body style, Rusan was told that the guitar ‘had to be white, and it had to have gold hardware.’ In the end, Rusan made four Cloud-style guitars for Prince in the mid-1980s, the last of which was for a contest giveaway sponsored by Warner Bros. in 1985.
Prince had several other Cloud guitars commissioned over the years, including those from Schecter, who later produced a limited run to be sold to the public during the artist’s ‘Hit and Run’ tour of 2014-15. According to the Schecter website: ‘We have never publicly sold guitars that we made for Prince. He has always custom ordered them from us exclusively for his own use. Only one time during the ‘Hit and Run Tour’ did he have Schecter create a production run of guitars that he sold exclusively at his shows…All guitars shown on our website are purely to commemorate the works that we created for him. We have always respected his wishes to not recreate the guitars and resell them.’ As one of Prince’s own Schecter Clouds, the electric guitar offered here is a magnificent rarity, having been personally played by the artist any number of times before his record-breaking shows. Starting Bid $5000
First worn by Prince during his Musicology Live 2004ever Tour, then used as a design template for his 2005 Oscar night tuxedo
7402. Prince Stage-Worn Musicology Live 2004ever Tour Suit. Brilliant custom-made two-piece suit worn on stage by Prince during the Musicology Live 2004ever Tour, consisting of a red jacket with peaked lapels, three front buttons, and a single vent in the back; and a pair of crisp off-white slacks; both of which are made of 7 oz. Super 120 100% Merino wool. The jacket, which bears its original Willie Scott Custom Clothier label to the inner lining, is notable in that the right-side hem is longer than that of the left side, a preferred style of Prince who wore similarly designed jackets throughout his career. In fine condition, with two small openings used for earpiece wire connections and a slight stain to inner right lining.
This two-piece suit derives from the personal collection of custom tailor Maurice Hood, who provided the purple silk tuxedo that Prince wore at the 77th Academy Awards when he presented the Best Original Song Oscar on February 27, 2005. In order for Hood to create a custom tailored suit for Prince, Paisley Park Enterprises sent him this stage-worn two-piece suit; using its precise measurements, Hood made a total of five finely tailored suits for Prince, including the famed 4 ply purple ‘Oscar’ tuxedo.
Accompanied by two DVDs from the Musicology Live 2004ever Tour, with disc one containing ample footage of Prince performing in the offered suit, and by a letter of provenance from Hood. Starting Bid $1000
7403. Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Oversized Limited Edition Photograph by Robert Whitman. Enormous limited edition 33 x 49 archival pigment print of Prince by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977, professionally adhered to a floating metal mount, numbered 1/1, signed on the back in black felt tip, “Robert Whitman, 1977.” The print, which is entitled ‘Prince with Guitar, Husney’s Home Session,’ depicts Prince as a 19-year-old musician seated with an acoustic guitar in the home of his manager, Owen Husney. In fine condition, with some minor edge chipping.
This image can be found in Whitman’s 2017 limited edition photography book Prince: Pre Fame, a 40th-anniversary visual celebration of these iconic Minneapolis portrait sessions, which
identifies the photo as “14A” from Roll 3.
This photograph was captured during one of three photo shoots that photographer Robert Whitman made of Prince in 1977 for an introductory press kit aimed at potential record companies. These resulting photos, Prince’s first with a professional photographer, mark an instrumental moment in his career. Whitman photographed Prince in his Minneapolis studio, at manager Owen Husney’s Linden Hills Boulevard home, and on the streets of downtown Minneapolis, including in front of ‘The Music Wall’ mural painted on the side of the Schmitt Music store. Only 15 copies of the press kit were ever produced, and the photographs from these sessions have rarely been seen. Starting Bid $1000
Massive Robert Whitman portrait of young Minneapolis musician Prince Rogers Nelson in 1977
7404. Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Oversized Limited Edition
Photograph by Robert Whitman. Large limited edition 33 x 49 archival pigment print of Prince by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977, professionally adhered to a floating metal mount, numbered 1/1, signed on the back in black felt tip, “Robert Whitman, AP, ‘Prince,’ Minneapolis 1977.” The print depicts Prince as a 19-year-old musician seated at a piano in the home of his manager, Owen Husney. In fine condition, with some minor wear to the frame.
This image can be found in Whitman’s 2017 limited edition photography book Prince: Pre Fame, a 40th-anniversary visual celebration of these iconic Minneapolis portrait sessions, which identifies the photo as deriving from ‘Roll 12.’
This photograph was captured during one of three photo shoots that photographer Robert Whitman made of Prince in 1977 for an introductory press kit aimed at potential record companies. These resulting photos, Prince’s first with a professional photographer, mark an instrumental moment in his career. Whitman photographed Prince in his Minneapolis studio, at manager Owen Husney’s Linden Hills Boulevard home, and on the streets of downtown Minneapolis, including in front of ‘The Music Wall’ mural painted on the side of the Schmitt Music store. Only 15 copies of the press kit were ever produced, and the photographs from these sessions have rarely been seen. Starting Bid $300
7409.
Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Contact Sheet
Proof (Roll 4) - From the Collection of Photographer Robert Whitman. Original glossy 8.5 x 11 contact sheet proof print containing 31 different images of Prince Rogers Nelson that were taken by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977 at the latter’s studio in the Kemp Ice Cream building in Minneapolis. Each image depicts Prince in a handsome up-close pose holding or playing an acoustic guitar, with one image circled in orange grease pencil. The proof is initialed by Whitman in silver ink, “RW,” and stamped with his copyright. The reverse bears “This Paper Manufactured by Kodak” watermarks, two Whitman copyright stamps, and is identified as “C-4” and “RW4.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
7410. Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Contact Sheet
Proof (Roll 1) - From the Collection of Photographer Robert Whitman. Original glossy 8.5 x 11 contact sheet proof print containing 35 different images of Prince Rogers Nelson that were taken by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977 at the latter’s studio in the Kemp Ice Cream building in Minneapolis. Each image depicts Prince in a handsome up-close pose with a cross necklace, with 12 showing the then-unknown musician without a shirt; one of the images is circled in orange grease pencil, and the upper border is initialed in white grease pencil by Whitman, “RW.” Whitman’s copyright stamps are present on the front and reverse, which also bears “This Paper Manufactured by Kodak” watermarks and a felt tip notation identifying the proof as “C1.” In fine condition, with a small scratch and a paperclip impression to the upper left edge. Starting Bid $200
7411. Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Contact Sheet
Proof (Roll 15) - From the Collection of Photographer
Robert Whitman. Original glossy 8.5 x 11 contact sheet proof print containing 35 different images of Prince Rogers Nelson that were taken by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977 at the latter’s studio in the Kemp Ice Cream building in Minneapolis. Each image depicts Prince in a handsome up-close seated pose, with six of the images circled in orange and white grease pencil, and the upper border marked “Bill.” The front is signed in silver ink, “Robert Whitman, 1977,” and bears his copyright stamp, and the reverse features “This Paper Manufactured by Kodak” watermarks, two Whitman copyright stamps, and is identified as “C-15” and “15.” In fine condition, with a couple of small creases. Starting Bid $200
7412. Prince Original ‘Minneapolis 1977’ Contact Sheet
Proof (Roll 13) - From the Collection of Photographer
Robert Whitman. Original glossy 8.5 x 11 contact sheet proof print containing 35 different images of Prince Rogers Nelson that were taken by photographer Robert Whitman in 1977 at the latter’s studio in the Kemp Ice Cream building in Minneapolis. Each image depicts Prince wearing a cross necklace in a handsome up-close shirtless pose, with six of the images circled in red and orange grease pencil. The front is initialed by Whitman in silver ink, “RW, 1977,” and bears his copyright stamp, and the reverse features “This Paper Manufactured by Kodak” watermarks, two additional Whitman copyright stamps, and is identified as “Roll 13,” with “C-17” struck through in felt tip. In fine condition, with a few trivial scuffs and marks. Starting Bid $200
Production notebook containing ample Prince handwriting for various music projects from the late 1990s
7405. Prince Production Notebook with Handwritten Song Lyrics and Titles from Circa 1997-1998. Circa 1997-1998 Pen-Tab notebook containing an assortment of handwritten production notes by Prince, who used the notebook to jot down lyrics, song titles, and recording ideas for various projects he was involved with during the period, including the Graham Central Station album GCS 2000, the New Power Generation album Newpower Soul, and other unidentified works that were presumably never published. The notebook,
8.5 x 10.5, contains 46 dual-sided leaves (92 total pages), with Prince’s handwriting present on approximately 11 pages in pencil and ink. Differing styles of handwriting found in the notebook indicate that it was used collaboratively by Prince and other musicians. The front cover is marked in felt tip, “Do not throw away, Prince handwriting.” In very good to fine condition, with the front cover and first three pages nearly detached, and scattered creases and folds. Starting Bid $500
7406. Prince’s Personally-Worn Red Velvet and Black Sequin Outfit. Prince’s fabulous personally-owned and -worn outfit ensemble, comprising an interesting red velvet and black lace long-sleeved bodysuit top and a pair of black sequined pants. The open-chested top features a red velvet floral pattern over a sheer black chiffon, with built-in shoulder pads and attached lacy black undergarment. The handmade pants have an elastic waistband and are stunningly adorned with shimmering black sequins throughout. In fine condition. An intricate and flashy outfit from Prince’s personal wardrobe, worn in and around his Glam Slam nightclub in Miami, Florida.
Accompanied by letters of provenance from Jeff Lowe (of Tiger King fame), stating that he acquired the ‘onesie’ and sequined pants in 2009 from Glam Slam club manager Paul Pudlitzke. In part: “In 2009 I purchased a very large collection of items that belonged to the musician Prince, from Paul Pudlitzke. Paul managed all of Prince’s Glam Slam nightclubs.”
The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $300
7407. Prince’s Personally-Worn Cream Military Jacket. Prince’s personally-owned and -worn long-sleeved cream military jacket, accented with handsome gold piping and decorative regal crest buttons on the placket and epaulets. Gorgeously made in a classic Versace-style design, the coat is lined in white silk and boasts impeccable detail and craftsmanship throughout. Prince wore the jacket in and around his Glam Slam nightclub in Miami, Florida. In fine condition, with a few minor stains to the lining.
Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Jeff Lowe (of Tiger King fame), stating that he acquired the jacket in 2009 from Glam Slam club manager Paul Pudlitzke. In part: “In 2009 I purchased a very large collection of items that belonged to the musician Prince, from Paul Pudlitzke. Paul managed all of Prince’s Glam Slam nightclubs.”
The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
7408. Prince’s Personally-Worn Multicolor Shirt. Prince’s personally-owned and -worn long-sleeved multicolored button-down shirt, uniquely crafted with strips of colorful velvet over a sheer black chiffon material. The top features a straight point collar and black buttons on the placket and cuffs. Prince wore the custom-crafted shirt in and around his Glam Slam nightclub in Miami, Florida. In fine condition.
Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Jeff Lowe (of Tiger King fame), stating that he acquired the shirt in 2009 from Glam Slam club manager Paul Pudlitzke. In part: “In 2009 I purchased a very large collection of items that belonged to the musician Prince, from Paul Pudlitzke. Paul managed all of Prince’s Glam Slam nightclubs.”
The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
“Talent” pass from Prince’s iconic duet with Beyoncé at the 46th Grammy Awards
7481. Prince’s 2004 Grammy Awards Backstage ‘Talent’ Pass. Prince’s laminated backstage pass for the 46th Grammy Awards, held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on February 8, 2004, measuring 3 x 6.5, reading: “Talent, Cossette Productions, The Recording Academy… No. 0912, Prince.” The light blue pass features the insignia of the 46th Grammy Awards and is suspended from a metal chain. In fine condition. Prince opened the 46th Grammy Awards with Beyoncé, performing a rousing medley of ‘Purple Rain,’ ‘Baby I’m a Star,’ ‘Let’s Go Crazy,’ and ‘Crazy in Love.’ Starting Bid $200
7413. Prince’s Purple Rain Cufflinks (Purple). Magnificent pair of ornamental cufflinks worn by Prince during the Purple Rain era, each measuring 1” x 1.25”, featuring large central clear purple jewels encircled by matching purple faux gems, set upon gold-colored bases, retaining their posts and toggles. Removed prior to laundering, these cufflinks closely resemble the style found on Prince’s iconic white ruffled shirt as seen in photographs from the Purple Rain Tour. In overall fine condition, with a couple of the tiny purple stones missing. Consignor notes that these were acquired directly from Prince’s wardrobe designer. The Prince Estate is not affiliated, associated, or connected with RR Auction or this auction, nor has it endorsed, authenticated or sponsored the items available for auction. Further, The Prince Estate has not licensed any of its intellectual property to RR Auction. Starting Bid $200
Golden snare drum used by Prince and Sheila E. during the Sign o’ the Times and Lovesexy Tours of 1987 and 1988
7487. Prince and Sheila E. Stage-Used Golden Snare Drum from the 1987-1988 Sign o’ the Times and Lovesexy Tours. Stage-used custom ‘golden’ snare drum, 14˝ x 3.5˝, used by both Sheila E. and Prince throughout their back-to-back Sign o’ the Times and Lovesexy Tours of 1987 and 1988, consisting of 14.5˝ Yamaha Power Hoops and a coated off-white Remp Ambassador drumhead, with the golden shell bearing a Yamaha parts label that reads: “Model SD493, Ser. No., OJ-8108.” In fine condition, with expected light wear.
In an eBay auction held in 2005, Sheila E. sold her custom drum kit that she used during Prince’s Sign o’ the Times and Lovesexy Tours to noted Australian music retailer Allans Mu-
sic, which featured the kit—and this offered snare drum—as a centerpiece in the new ‘Drums and Percussion’ department at their flagship store located at 152 Bourke Street in Melbourne. Photos of the kit taken at Allans Music in January 2006 are included, as is a letter of provenance from the drum kit’s former owner: “In August 2012, Allans Music was placed into receivership and in November 2012, the business and its assets were liquidated. At that time, I was an employee of Allans Music. I made an offer to acquire the original Prince/ Sheila E. Yamaha Recording Custom Sign O’ the Times/ Lovesexy Tour drum kit…directly from the liquidators, which was accepted.” Starting Bid $200
“Some days [eye] feel tangerine / Some days [eye] miss u 2”—beautiful handwritten Prince poem that evolved into the song ‘Tangerine’
7488. Prince Handwritten Poem - ‘Tangerine’. Handwritten poem by Prince that contains lyrics used for the song ‘Tangerine,’ the sixth track from his 1999 album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, signed by Prince in the lower right corner with his ‘love’ symbol. Penned in black ballpoint on an off-white 8.5 x 11 cardstock sheet, the poem reads: “Some days [eye] feel tangerine / Some days [eye] feel blue / some days [eye] just wanna black out everything [eye] ever felt 4 u / Even though [eye] take ur picture everywhere [eye] go [eye] use it 4 a coaster and drink the overflow / Some days [eye]
make a lot of $ and give it all away 2 take my mind of[f] the tangerine color of ur negligee / Beggars can’t b choosers and they don’t know how 2 serve / u got a different phone number # and a lot of nerve / Some days [eye] feel tangerine / Some days [eye] miss u 2.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. A visually enticing handwritten poem that later evolved into the Prince song ‘Tangerine,’ which appeared on his 23rd studio album, Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic, and featured Rhonda Smith on the acoustic bass. Starting Bid $500
Early handwritten Prince lyrics for the risque unreleased song ‘4 Lust’—
“‘I would get naked outside your window and hope that U will notice me / I’d ask ‘Do U like what U see?’”
7489.Prince Handwritten Working Lyrics for ‘4 Lust’. Handwritten working lyrics by Prince for the song ‘4 Lust,’ an unreleased duet by Jill Jones and Prince that is believed to have been recorded in June 1985. Written in pencil on an offwhite 8 x 10.5 sheet of notebook paper, the unsigned lyrics, no date, entitled “What would I do 4 Lust?,” read as follows: “4 Lust I would call ya / beg U 2 come over / just 2 sleep with me / 4 lust I would caress the pillows in my bed dreamin erotic fantasies / 4 lust I would get naked [undress] outside your window and hope that U will notice me / I’d ask ‘Do U like what U see?’ / 4 lust I would fondle the full length of my temple or would U like 2 do that / would U then crave me (4 me?).” A central boxed section marked “Suggestion” reads: “U could blindfold me tie me up & scold me / spin me around til I fall / whatever makes U happy / I would do it gladly / 4 lust & 4 U I do it all.” Prince continues below: “4 Lust I would strip ya in my Daddy’s Thunderbird & I’d play with things U never knew U had / 4 lust I’d pin U against a cherry tree & do something rad with your body / 4 lust I’d lay atop a grand piano & let U C what U wanna C & if U play the music I know how 2 use it / I’d do a funky dance 4 U / called the strip tease.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $500
7424. Nirvana Signed CD Sleeve - Hormoaning: Australian 1992 Tour EP. Rare CD booklet for the Nirvana EP Hormoaning, signed on the front in black felt tip, “Kurdt,” “Dave,” and “Chris,” who adds “Not for sale.” In fine condition. The CD and the track listing sleeve are included. In conjunction with Nirvana’s first and only Australian tour, a 12-date stretch in early 1992, Geffen Records released the Hormoaning EP on January 27, 1992. Limited to 10,000 copies, the six-song album was presented to their Australian fans as gratitude for their support of the band’s breakthrough 1991 album, Nevermind, and their chart-topping single, ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit.’ The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at Adelaide’s Thebarton Theatre just three days after the EP’s release. With only a handful of autographed copies known to exist, this exceptionally rare CD was signed near the start of Nirvana’s unprecedented three-year window of record-setting popularity. Starting Bid $500
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7425. Nirvana 1993 Los Angeles Forum Concert Poster (Limited Edition, #254/400, Signed by Artist Coop). Scarce limited edition original 22.5 x 17.5 concert poster for Nirvana with Butthole Surfers and Tad at the Los Angeles Forum on December 30, 1993, numbered 254/400, signed in the lower border in pencil by artist Chris Cooper, “Coop.” The bold and satirical design features a comic-style caricature of a teen pulling a glob of snot out of his nose, characteristic of Coop’s irreverent pop-art style. In very fine condition. Released in limited quantities, this poster marks one of the final performances of Nirvana in the United States before Kurt Cobain’s passing in April 1994, making it a highly sought-after piece of grunge music memorabilia. Starting Bid $200
Rare oversized poster for Nirvana’s canceled 1994 Dublin concert—scheduled as the last date of the In Utero UK tour
7427. Nirvana 1994 Dublin ‘Bus Shelter’ Concert Poster (Canceled Show - Cobain’s Death). Rare original color 40 x 60 European kiosk-style concert poster for Nirvana appearing with Sebadoh and the Raincoats at RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin, Ireland, on April 8, 1994, a canceled show which was to be the final date of the In Utero UK tour. On April 8th, Kurt Cobain’s body was found at his home on Lake Washington Boulevard in Seattle, Washington; forensic investigators and a coroner later determined that Cobain had died on April 5, three days prior to the discovery of his body, and confirmed his death as a suicide. The poster features the iconic In Utero angelic album artwork against a yellow-red gradient background. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with a bit of dampstaining to the left side of the background and a few scattered creases. Reportedly, only twelve of these large-format ‘bus shelter’ posters were produced. Starting Bid $200
7426. Nirvana Concert Ticket Collection (16) with In Utero Tour Local Crew Pass - Including Brixton Academy, April 5, 1994 (Canceled Show - Cobain’s Death). Comprehensive collection of 16 Nirvana concert tickets and ticket stubs spanning key moments in the band’s career—from their ‘Bleach’ era in 1990 to the ‘In Utero’ tour in 1994. Perhaps most notable is a ticket for the canceled show at Brixton Academy, London, on April 5, 1994—the date of Kurt Cobain’s tragic death. In addition to the tickets, the collection includes a “Local Crew” pass from the In Utero tour, featuring the distinctive anatomical design synonymous with the album. Full list of tickets available online at www.RRAuction.com. In overall very good to fine condition, with some creasing to a couple of the French tickets. Starting Bid $200
“Keep Bangin,’ B.I.G. 95’”— exceedingly rare signed CD booklet for Ready to Die by The Notorious B.I.G. 1990s
7443. Notorious B.I.G. Signed CD Booklet - Ready to Die. CD booklet for Ready to Die, the debut studio album by The Notorious B.I.G., signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “To: T-Dog, Keep Bangin,’ B.I.G. 95’.” In fine condition. The CD is not included. Anything signed by Biggie Smalls remains considerably rare given his tragic death at the age of 24. Starting Bid $200
7055. Beatles 1963 'Juke Box Jury' Ticket Stub Starting Bid $200
7059. Beatles Original '1964 Christmas Show' Photograph by Dezo Hoffman... Starting Bid $200
7056. Beatles Original Photograph by Albert Marrion Starting Bid $200
7060. Beatles Original 'Thank Your Lucky Stars' Photograph Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7064. Pete Best Document Signed - Cavern Club Membership Application Starting Bid $100
7068. Mal Evans Handwritten Song Lyrics'Keep It Simple' Starting Bid $200
7057. Beatles: Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr Photograph - From the Per... Starting Bid $200
7061. Beatles Original Help! Photograph by Leslie Bryce Starting Bid $200
7065. Peter Blake Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
7069. Mal Evans Annotated and Studio-Used Lyric Sheet for the Beatles S... Starting Bid $200
7058. Beatles (2) Concert Ticket Stubs for Shea Stadium (August 15, 196... Starting Bid $200
7062.
Vintage Photograph by Leslie Bryce Starting Bid $200
7066. Brian Epstein Original Photograph by Albert
Starting Bid $200
7070. George Harrison Signature Starting Bid $200
7071. George Harrison Signature Starting Bid $200
7075. Paul McCartney Signed CD - Ecce Cor Meum Starting Bid $200
7115. Jimi Hendrix 1967 Swedish Concert Tickets (Lot of 10) Starting Bid $200
7072. John Lennon Original Photograph by Paul Goresh Starting Bid $200
7076. Mimi Smith Autograph Letter Signed on the Beatles and John Lennon Starting Bid $200
7116. Jimi Hendrix Vintage Polydor Records Promotional Photograph Starting Bid $200
7073. John Lennon and the Dirty Mac 'Rock and Roll Circus' Photograph b... Starting Bid $200
7077. Ringo Starr Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
7117. Jimi Hendrix Experience (2) Photographs and Festival '67 Press Re... Starting Bid $200
7121. Mitch Mitchell
Out and Signed
7074. Paul McCartney Signed Book - Paintings Starting Bid $200
7078. Ringo Starr: Rory Storm and the Hurricanes and Gene Vincent 1960 ... Starting Bid $200
7118. Jimi Hendrix Experience Original UK Fan Club Biography Booklet (1... Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
School Class Schedule Starting Bid $200
7131.
Photograph Starting Bid $200
Signatures Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7132.
Maxi Single Album - 'Let's Work' Starting Bid $200
7137.
Original Vintage Photograph by Terry O’Neill Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
Photograph Starting Bid $200
7138.
Original Vintage Photograph by Terry O’Neill Starting Bid $200
Signatures Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
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7144.
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7152. Jerry Garcia Signed Lithograph - 'Rocker' (Ltd. Ed. #183/500) Starting Bid $200
7160. Led Zeppelin and Frank Zappa 1980 German 'Super Concerts' Handbil... Starting Bid $200
7153. Grateful
1967 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (Second Print) Starting Bid $200
7161.
Starting Bid $200
7154.
Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (Third Print) Starting Bid $200
7162.
7201.
Photograph Starting Bid $100
Copyrights Starting Bid $100
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7206.
NBC Television Special Booklet Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
Signed Program Starting Bid $100
7207.
Asheville Civic Center Arena Concert Ticket (C... Starting Bid $200
7204.
and Signed Check Starting Bid $100
7216.
Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7230. The Charlatans and Canned Heat 1967 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poste... Starting Bid $200
7234. Manfred Mann Signed Photograph by Dezo Hoffmann Starting Bid $200
7238.
Rory Storm and the Hurricanes Original Photograph by... Starting Bid $200
7265. AC/DC
Starting Bid $200
7231. Herman's Hermits Original 1963 Introductory Press Release Starting Bid $200
7235. Moby Grape 1967 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (First Print) Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7232. Jefferson Airplane 1966 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (Third Pri... Starting Bid $200
7236. Van Morrison Signed Album - Poetic Champions Compose Starting Bid $200
7240. The Yardbirds Signed Album - Having a Rave Up Starting Bid $200
7233. Janis Joplin 1967 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster (Second Print) Starting Bid $200
7237.
Messenger Service and Steve Miller 1967 Avalon Ballro... Starting Bid $200
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Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7285. KISS Signed MaxiSingle - 'Unholy' Starting Bid $200
7289. Tom Petty Signed Sheet Music Page - 'Room at the Top' Starting Bid $200
7293. Rock and Roll (2,700+) Ticket Stubs from the Free Trade Hall, Man... Starting Bid $200
7297. Sparks Signed Album - No. 1 In Heaven Starting Bid $200
7286. Musicians and Bands (3,400+) Ticket Stubs from the Free Trade Hal... Starting Bid $200
7290. The Police Signed Album - Outlandos D’Amour Starting Bid $200
7294. Rush Signatures Starting Bid $200
7287. Tom Petty Signed Album - Damn the Torpedoes Starting Bid $200
7291. The Police Signed FDC Starting Bid $200
7295. Rush: Neil Peart Signed Book - Traveling Music Starting Bid $200
7298. Thin Lizzy Signatures Starting Bid $200
7299. Thin Lizzy Signatures - Obtained in Australia in October 1980 Starting Bid $200
7288. Tom Petty Document Signed for Traveling Wilburys Copyrights Starting Bid $200
7292. Punk and New Wave (2,800+) Ticket Stubs from the Free Trade Hall,... Starting Bid $200
7296. Rush: Neil Peart Signed Limited Edition Book - Far and Away Starting Bid $200
7300. Thin Lizzy: Phil
Signature Starting Bid $200
7301. Tina Turner Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
7305. ZZ Top Signed Single Album - 'Give It Up' Starting Bid $200
7312. The Clash Vintage 'Westway Sessions' Photograph by Adrian Boot Starting Bid $200
7302. Van Halen and Randy Rhoads Signatures Starting Bid $200
7307. Ramones Signed Inner Album Sleeve - End of the Century Starting Bid $200
7313. Punk Rock: The Damned, the Skids, the Members, and the Dickies Ea... Starting Bid $200
7316. The Stranglers Signatures Starting Bid $200
7321. Adam and the Ants Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
7303. Eddie Van Halen Signed 'Guitar One' Magazine Starting Bid $200
7308. Ramones Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
7314. The
Signed 45 RPM Single Record - Start! Starting Bid $200
The B-52's Signed Program Starting Bid $200
7304. Eddie Van Halen Document Signed - Warner Bros. Records Contract (... Starting Bid $200
7309. Ramones Collection of (160+) Original Unpublished Photographs Starting Bid $200
7315. The Jam and Ian Dury Signatures Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7340.
Starting Bid $200
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7341.
Signatures Starting Bid $200
7345.
Starting Bid $200
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7342.
Starting Bid $200
7346.
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7347.
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7416. Prince Collection of (38) Concert Tickets and Backstage Passes Starting Bid $200
7420. Prince 1992 Love Symbol Pin (Wardrobe Copy) Starting Bid $200
Courtney Love Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7417. Prince 'Purple Rain' and '1999' Vinyl Collection Starting Bid $200
7421. Prince Paisley Park Archives: Celebration 2017 (Exhibition Series... Starting Bid $200
7429. Nirvana 1994 Toulouse 'In Utero' Concert Ticket - (February 10th) Starting Bid $100
7433. Nirvana 1993 Dayton Concert Poster (Limited Edition, #169/267, Si... Starting Bid $200
7418. Prince (3) ‘Man‘O’War (Remix) NPG Records Sampler' Promotional Ca... Starting Bid $200
7422. Prince Paisley Park Classic Tamboracca Replica (Official Merchand... Starting Bid $200
7430. Nirvana 1990-1993 'Phone Pole' Concert Posters (Lot of 3) Starting Bid $200
7434. Nirvana 1993 Houston Astro
Concert Poster (Limited Edition,... Starting Bid $200
7419. Prince 'Love Symbol' Metal Charm Test Prototypes (3) Starting Bid $200
7423. Prince: 3121 Party Waitress Dress Designed by Lady J (Size 0) Starting Bid $200
7431.
1991 Detroit Concert Poster (Limited Edition, #88/100, Si... Starting Bid $200
... Starting Bid $200
7436. Nirvana 1994 In Utero Tour Concert Posters (2)Offenbach Stadth... Starting Bid $200
7440. Nirvana 1991 Portland Fox Theatre 'Nevermind' Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
7437. Nirvana 1994 Paris 'In Utero' Concert Ticket Book (50 Tickets) - ... Starting Bid $200
7441. Nirvana Promotional Photograph (Geffen Records, 1993) Starting Bid $200
7438. Nirvana 1994 Rome Concert Poster (Limited Edition, #884/1000, Sig... Starting Bid $200
7442. Nirvana 1992 Portland Meadows Gay Rights Benefit Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
7439. Nirvana 1994 Seattle Concert Poster (Limited Edition, #154/300, S... Starting Bid $200
7453. George Michael Signed 'ATF' Baseball Cap Starting Bid $200
7457. Pearl Jam: Eddie Vedder Signed Album - Ten Starting Bid $200
7461.
Signed Complete Set of (4) Limited Edition 'Midnight... Starting Bid $200
7454. Sinead O'Connor Signed Maxi Single Album'Nothing Compares 2 U' Starting Bid $200
7458. Radiohead Signed 'Kid A' Print Starting Bid $200
7462. Taylor
Signed Print Starting Bid $200
7455. Oasis Signed AlbumBe Here Now Starting Bid $200
7459. Ed Sheeran Signed Limited Edition 2022 Concert Print Starting Bid $200
7463. Taylor Swift Signed CD - Folklore Starting Bid $200
Starting Bid $200
7460. Ed Sheeran (5) Signed CD Singles - Bad Habits, Celestial, Eyes C... Starting Bid $100
7465. Michael Jackson 1984 Topps Unopened Trading Card Box - First Seri... Starting Bid $200
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Conditions of Sale
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Section 1
The Parties1.1 RR Auction and Auction
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1.2
Bidder
Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal.
The rights granted to Bidder under these Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale.
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Section 2 Bidding Privileges
2.1 In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established an account with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Privileges will be granted at the sole discretion of RR Auction. Additionally, Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide a cash deposit prior to RR Auction’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the Auction venue.
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2.2 Bidding privileges may be revoked without notice, for any reason, at the sole discretion of RR Auction .
Section 3
Buyer’s Premium
3.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed and live Auctions. . For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is earlier. Bidder’s failure to pay any payment in full when due required shall constitute a material breach, and in addition to other damages available under contract or law, at RR Auction’s election, RR Auction may cancel the sale and require full premium still be due along with interest at 1.5% per month from the date of breach, or at the maximum legally allowable rate.
Section 4
Bidding
4.1 Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s) and independent investigation, rather than the any reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. Bidder affirms that it regards any statements made by RR Auction concerning the item as solely opinion and that Bidder is making its own inspection and independent evaluation of the goods, and is not relying upon any description or statements by RR Auction (including as to quality, authenticity, provenance, ownership, liens existing, on goods legality, or value) in making its determination to bid on or purchase an item. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
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4.3 All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder.
4.4 Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder and Bidder has fully satisfied any outstanding financial obligations to RR Auction (including as it concerns aby other lots). RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder.
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ther grants RR Auction a lien consisting of a senior security interest (or purchase money security interest to the extent applicable) in such sums or items to the fullest extent applicable, authorizes RR Auction to file documents concerning the interest, and Bidder agrees to execute any further documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued fees and expenses, until the indebtedness is paid.
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4.8 RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.
Section 5 Bidding Options
5.1 Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid.
5.2 When identical bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.
5.3 In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction.
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Section 6 Payment
6.1 Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than sixty (60) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.
6.2 Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.
6.3 All sales for total invoices greater than $1,000 are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements.
6.4 All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks.
6.5 In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment.
6.7 If RR Auction refers any unpaid invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay and shall be liable for RR Auction’s attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction in addition to the invoice amount and interest the greater of 1.5% per month or at the maximum legally allowable rate from date of invoice to collection. If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys.
6.8 RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder (as well as to the extent it is a consignor any other monies owed or due to Bidder) to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession.
6.9 All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. RR Auction clients with an invoice totaling $1,000 or under will have the option to pay by VISA, Mastercard, Discover or Paypal. All Paypal payments must be sent to FinanceDepartment@ rrauction.com. Authorize.net, a third-party service provider contracted by RR Auction for processing on-line payments, charges a nonrefundable service fee of 3%, which will be added to your final invoice should you pay by credit/debit card.
Section 7 Sales Tax
RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. The states that are affected are: ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NEVADA, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH CAROLINA, OHIO, OKLAHOMA, PENNSYLVANIA,RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON, WISCONSIN
If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases.
The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%.
If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax.
Section 8
Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges
Bidder is liable for shipping and handling and providing accurate information as to shipping or delivery locations and arranging for such. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that
service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction.
Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.
All duties, customs, and any other import charges are the responsibility of the bidder.
Section 9
Title
Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices of Bidder (including those pertaining to the item(s) at issue) and amounts owed to RR Auction are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.
Section 10
Rights Reserved
RR Auction reserves the right, at any time before, during or after an auction has ended to: withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, cancel any bid, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal, cancellation, or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone at any time.
Section 11
Conducting the Auction
11.1 RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.
11.2 RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auctions record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.
11.3 Reserves
Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. RR Auction may execute bids consecutively or otherwise up to one bid increment below the reserve.
11.4 Off-Site Bidding
Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.
11.5 Estimate Prices:
In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).
11.6 Owned or Guaranteed Property:
RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.
11.7 Before the Auction:
Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.
11.8 Maximum Bids In All Auctions:
To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid.
11.9 Successful Bids:
The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.
11.10 Unsold Lots:
If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.
11.11 Bidding in Timed Auction:
Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.
To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.
Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/ EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/ EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion.
11.12 Bidding - Internet Live Auction:
Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right.
To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including
but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.
During live internet or live auction, property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid or bids (successively or otherwise) on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. All auctions for lots are with reserve unless specifically stated otherwise.
During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable. com and www.icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third-party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium.
11.13 Miscellaneous:
Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.
Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with ”donot-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.
11.14 Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.
Section 12
RR Auction’s Remedies
Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of material breach or default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under subpart (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any Bidder’s property in RR Auction’s possession or to which title has not yet passed to Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Section 13 Warranties
13.1 RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold ”as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) related to the item, or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.
13.2 All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices.
13.3 Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly.
13.4 All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “AC”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The AC inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the AC and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void.
Section 14
Firearms
RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm.
Section 15
Unauthorized Statements
Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed Bidder and by an authorized officer of RR Auction by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.
Section 16
Bidder’s Remedies
16.1 Except as stated expressly herein, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy related to or pertaining to items it bids upon, views, or purchases from RR Auc-
tion, and any claims by Bidder related to authenticity, ownership, condition, title or value, shall be against Consignor only.
16.2 This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, officers, managers, employees or agents), or in any way arising out of, related to, or in connection with these Conditions of Sale, , and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. Time is of the essence with respect to these procedures.
16.3
Title to Items
The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, satisfactory to the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction may make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand (if any made), RR Auction may disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and may assign to Bidder all or some of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and/or assignment, all responsibility and liability of RR Auction, if any, with respect to said lot or item shall automatically terminate related to or arising from these Conditions of Sale or such transaction operating as a complete waiver and general release by Bidder as to RR Auction and its agents, contractors, and affiliates, as to any and all claims concerning or related to the item, if any . RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction by Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.
16.4 Authenticity Challenge Process
(1) If Bidder wishes to dispute or challenge the Authenticity of the lot or item (including asserting that it is incorrect), Bidder must adhere to the following procedure: Within 30 days of the Auction Date, Bidder must present written evidence to RR Auction, that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field (and one recognized by RR Auction within its discretion) and send the physical item or lot at issue to RR Auction along with all evidence relied upon by Bidder for contesting the Authenticity. (“Authenticity Challenge Process”) “Authenticity” shall mean a gross discrepancy in the between the description, genuiness, or attribution of the item as represented by RR Auction in the Catalog or at the auction, and the item. If RR Auction concurs that the lot is not Authentic as was represented (it is sole discretion), Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, agents, employees, and contractors) shall be a refund of the purchase price of the subject item paid by Bidder, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable by Bidder. If RR Auction does not agree with the assertion by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Strict adherence to the Authenticity Challenge Process is a condition of standing for Bidder to initiate suit or claim.
(2) So long as Bidder has complied with the Authenticity Challenge Process, any claim, suit or action, by Bidder concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity, or related to the authenticity of the item must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Auction Date and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale.
16.5 Other Issues. Any dispute or claim by Bidder against RR Auction (or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors)) other than Authenticity, concerning any item or lot bid upon, or purchased, including value, title, condition, bidding process, or description must be asserted (if at all) in the following manner:
(1) If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially or grossly incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), or there is any other gross material issue pertaining to the item or lot, the item or lot may be returned if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date with explanation in writing.. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and a certificate of auction, then the description in the certificate of auction (“Lot Challenge Process”). This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction within the period of time stated herein or not materially or grossly in deviation from the description. Such a refund is subject to RR Auction’s sole discretionary review, and any request for refund must be made concurrently with returning the physical item or lot to RR Auction. Any item not returned within said frame will constitute acceptance of the item and a waiver and release of
any and all claims by Bidder pertaining to the item other than with respect to authenticity; and
(2) Provided that the Bidder has engaged in the Lot Challenge Process, any claim concerning such must be brought no later than one (1) year of the Auction Date for the item or lot at issue and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale.
NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED OR PROVIDED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND BIDDERS OR AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH SHALL BE A COMPLETE DEFENSE TO ANY CLAIMS BY BIDDER RELATED TO THE CONDITIONS OF SALE, ANY AUCTION OR BID.
16.6 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. For any and all claims by Bidder arising out of or related to this Agreement, Bidder’s viewing, bid, or purchase of items, or any agreement between the Parties, or otherwise, Bidder agrees that to the fullest extent such can be limited under the law, Bidder shall have no right to recover and hereby waives any and all rights to recover from against RR Auction or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors, consequential or indirect damages, lost profits damages, punitive, exemplary, statutory (or multiplier damages), physical or emotional distress damages, general or special damages of any kind (beyond amounts actually paid by Bidder for item(s) at issue), and in the event of recovery of any damages whatsoever, such shall be limited by the amounts actually paid by Bidder to RR Auction for the item(s) at issue in such claim, or if no money was paid to RR Auction by Bidder for items at issue, or there items are at issue, the amount of $150.00.
Section 17
RR Auction’s Additional Services
For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge.
Section 18
Headings
Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.
Section 19
Entire Agreement
Except to the extent Bidder is also a consignor (in which case the terms of the consignment agreement shall also govern), these Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the Parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the auction Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties.
If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts of the agreement and remainder of the sections or terms and provisions of the section and all sections shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
Section 20
Governing Law and Enforcement
20.1 The Parties agree that all agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location.
20.2 The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, any other related agreement(s), along with all claims between the Parties, including those arising out of or related to such are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Mas-
sachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute between the Parties, including but not limited to those related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the ”Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”) The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA in Boston, Massachusetts, unless the Consumer Arbitration Rules apply, in which case, such rules and venue will govern. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall also recover all of its related fees and costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, if RR Auction prevails, such recovery, in addition to all remedies available at agreement or law, shall include the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. Federal arbitration law, including the Federal Arbitration Act apply to this agreement to arbitrate and its related provisions. The arbitration and all related proceedings shall be held strictly confidential and all documents and discovery shall be held confidential and not used, published or disclosed publically or to anyone outside the Parties or expert consultants or counsel who shall agree to hold such confidential.
20.3 The Parties consent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as exclusive jurisdiction and venue for all claims between the Parties except as provided specifically herein and may seek confirmation of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in any Court of competent jurisdiction, including the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. To the extent such is necessary under the law, RR Auction may enforce the Arbitration award against Bidder and any related Party in any court of competent jurisdiction. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as RR Auction consenting to jurisdiction or venue in any location outside of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
THE PARTIES MAY NOT BRING CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OTHER AS A CLASS OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLAIMED CLASS, OR IN A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED, THE CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OF THE OTHER CANNOT BE CONSOLIDATED OR JOINED WITH MORE THAN ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON OR ENTITIES’ CLAIMS. NO INJUNCTIVE OR DECLATORY RELIEF SOUGHT BY BIDDER IF ANY, CAN AFFECT OR BE ORDERED TO AFFECT ANY OTHER BIDDERS OR PERSONS.
20.4 Except as provided specifically in these Conditions of Sale in Bidder’s Remedies against RR Auction (along with its affiliates, directors, agents, officers, employees, and contractors) for any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other related agreement(s), brought by Bidder must be brought within the earlier of the Auction Date as it pertains to the item(s) at issue or no later than one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances occurred giving rise to the alleged claim, without exception. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute bar to and release of any claims by Bidder initiated after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale.
20.5 To the fullest extent under applicable law and except as specifically stated herein Bidder hereby holds harmless, releases and discharges RR Auction and its agents, officer’s directors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, damages, causes of action, suits, demands, losses, debts, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected existing prior to these Conditions of Sale. Bidder agrees to the Conditions of Sale and upon each instance that Bidder participates in any auction, bids, or otherwise agrees to such terms and reaffirms this release as of the date of so participating or agreeing unless Bidder otherwise provides clear written notice to RR Auction prior to so bidding.
20.6 The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction.
20.7 Liquidated Damages for Specific Breaches
In the event that Bidder provides false information in connection with registering for bidding, fails to correct or update information or breaches the Conditions of Sale by failing to pay the purchase price when due after becoming the winning bidder, as liquidated damages associated with such breaches, R&R may obtain from Bidder the greater of (1) 150% the reserve of the item (if any); (2) the amount bidder bid; or (3), the full amount that bidder would have otherwise paid. Bidder will also be liable for an additional 20% of such amount to account for additional administrative costs, shipping, additional advertising, and other dam-
ages and liabilities fees that are difficult to calculate on an item-by-item basis.
20.8 Indemnity. Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless RR Auction (along with its officers, directors, agents, contractors, and affiliates) from and against any and all claims, costs, fees, damages, and liabilities arising out of or related to these Conditions of Sale, view of items, or lots, bidding, or participation in any auction by RR Auction, and/or or in any way connected to any item you viewed, bid upon or purchased through RR Auction.
Section 21: State-by-State Law Issues
This Auction is being conducted in and the sale shall take place in the State of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding, the foregoing, should these terms and conditions violate the law of any State should that state’s law be found to govern, or any provision herein determined to be invalid, the clause itself and the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid to the fullest extent allowed. Also, to the extent other states law apply to any transaction arising out of the Agreement (without admitting such), RR Auction states:
For Residents of California:
SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLES: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY COLLECTIBLE DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER.
A written express warranty is provided with each autographed collectible, as required by law. This dealer may be surety bonded or otherwise insured to ensure the authenticity of any autographed collectible sold by this dealer.
Section 22
Glossary of Condition terms
Information provided to prospective Bidders with respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by RR Auction.
Use of the following terms constitutes an opinion as follows:
VERY FINE describes an item believed to be in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance.
FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that we believe to show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors.
VERY GOOD describes an item that we believe exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example).
GOOD describes an item which we believe to have obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise believed to be exceedingly rare or important.
Bidder may call and request further details and information about RR Auction’s opinions concerning any item via phone or email which shall provided in RR Auction’s discretion.
Certificate of Auction, Certificate of Authenticity and Goods Acquired:
Bidder warrants that Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall not purposely deface, destroy, dismember, cut-up into parts the item or Lot purchased at auction from RR Auction and in the event such shall occur whether purposefully or accidently, Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall refrain from advertising, promoting, or marketing the item as having been purchased from RR Auction and shall in no event display, expressly claim, or imply that the item was certified or auctioned in such state by RR Auction. As liquidated damages for such breach, Bidder agrees to be liable to RR Auction for the greater of the amount of three (3) times the hammer price of the item along with all other fees and costs as otherwise provided in this Terms of Sale.