More than 300 legendary guitars including instruments associated with the biggest name of rock’n’roll history, are ready to be auctioned on February 27th. Guernsey’s auction in New York City will feature magnificent Acoustic instruments (Martin, Gibson, Washburn, Larson Bros. and other fine names) along with classic D’Angelico, Gretsch, Epiphone transitional models plus many of the most exceptional Electric guitars ever to cross the auction block.
Included in the sale is a wonderful private collection of Electric guitars formerly owned and played by such iconic figures as Eric Clapton, Ace Frehley, and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
Legendary Rock Guitars to Be Auctioned
Among the top highlights is a 1952 Gibson Super 400 CES 7-String made for late studio guitarist Tony Mottola that could bring as much as $100,000. Also, very notable piece is Eddie Van Halen’s customized 1982 Charvel that is expected to go for $60,000-$80,000.
Two acoustic guitars associated with the 1962 film adaptation of Truman Capote’s In Cold Blood will be offered as one lot with a pre-sale estimate of $150,000 to $200,000. The first was played by Robert Blake in the Academy Award-winning movie, while the other was actually owned by the character he plays, killer Perry Edward Smith.
Legendary Rock Guitars to Be Auctioned
Other highlights include a 12-string acoustic guitar owned by Ringo Starr and played by John Lennon; several signed guitars from Eric Clapton’s collection; a Stevie Ray Vaughn ’67 Fender Stratocaster; and 20 different instruments from jazz and R&B legend George Benson. Various types of music are represented, including an extensive selection of signed guitars from Elvis, Bob Dylan, Nirvana, Fleetwood Mac, Prince, The Rolling Stones, Sex Pistols and Pink Floyd.
Legendary Rock Guitars to Be Auctioned
