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A Rock & Roll Anthology: From Folk to Fury

10 December 2016 | 11:00 AM EST | New York

SALE TOTAL

847,318USD
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  • 51
    Bob Dylan
    Autograph manuscript, with minor corrections, of "Blowin' in the Wind" - the essential final lyrics as recorded on 9 July, 1962 and released on the 1963 album The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan.
    LOT SOLD.324,500USD
  • 107
    Sex Pistols 
    God Save the Queen Jubilee Boat Banner (1977) 
    LOT SOLD.50,000USD
  • 26
    Eric Clapton
    Original autograph manuscript of the opening lines of "Layla" - final draft lyrics as written and recorded late Summer 1970 in Miami, Florida
    LOT SOLD.50,000USD
  • 8
    The Beatles — John Lennon
    Jacket worn by Lennon in the movie Help! (1965)
    LOT SOLD.50,000USD
  • 73
    John Lennon
    Wire Rim Glasses
    LOT SOLD.43,750USD
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Sale Number: N09587 Lots : 133

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Results: Sotheby's is thrilled to share the sales results for our 10 December 2016 A Rock & Roll Anthology: From Folk to Fury auction. Highlights included an original and signed sketch by John Lennon, circa 1960s which sold 221% above its high estimate. A 70's Sex Pistols God Save the Queen Jubilee Boat Banner sailed 67% above its high estimate of $30,000. And Elvis' RCA TV from Graceland which sold at $20,000, passing its high estimate by 67%. 

Auction Details: Sotheby’s is pleased to present A Rock & Roll Anthology: From Folk to Fury, a kaleidoscopic survey of the history of rock & roll, pop, folk, and punk. Featuring important manuscripts and memorabilia from the Beatles, Bob Dylan, the Eagles, and a rare offering from the Sex Pistols’ seminal album Never Mind the Bollocks (the original working autograph manuscript of "Problems"), among others. A highlight of the sale is John Lennon’s Broadwood Upright Piano upon which he composed “A Day in the Life,” “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds,” and many other iconic songs. 

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Richard Austin
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Books & Manuscripts
+1 212 606 7385
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Ella Hall
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Books & Manuscripts
+1 212 894 1193
Ella.Hall@sothebys.com
   
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