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Serial number S9214903 to rear of headstock, circa 1992, single cutaway, bound solid mahogany body, maple top with cherry sunburst finish, mahogany neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, two pickups, selector switch, four rotary controls, with white pickguard; in rectangular hard-shell case stencilled ‘SMALLER’, with grey plush-lining.

Serial number S9214903 to rear of headstock, circa 1992, single cutaway, bound solid mahogany body, maple top with cherry sunburst finish, mahogany neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, two pickups, selector switch, four rotary controls, with white pickguard; in rectangular hard-shell case stencilled ‘SMALLER’, with grey plush-lining. Used in sessions at Out of the Blue Studios, Manchester, and Monnow Valley Studios, prior to the final recording of Oasis’ debut album ‘Definitely Maybe’ at Sawmills Studio. Additionally photographed at Sawmills Studio. Featured in both the music video (UK version) and the iconic cover artwork of Oasis’ debut single ‘Supersonic’. On stage during their debut TV appearance on ‘The Word’ on the 18th March 1994, and stage-played on numerous early live performances including at the Boardwalk in Manchester, Gleneagles in Scotland, and Water Rats in London. Accompanied by provenance documents comprising: a signed letter from Noel Gallagher on Ignition letter-headed paper, dated 29th March 2001; a signed letter from Peter “Digsy” Deary; a signed letter from Mark Coyle (record producer on ‘Definitely Maybe’) dated 17th January 2018; a copy of an Out Of The Blue tracksheet dated 14th April 1994; a colour photographic print by Michael Spencer Jones of Noel in the studio recording a demo of ‘Shakermaker’ with the guitar in 1993, printed later, numbered AP 1/5, signed and stamped by the photographer, the print 23 1/2in x 28 1/2in overall. a black & white photographic print by Michael Spencer Jones of Noel at Out of the Blue studios, printed later, with photographer’s stamp, the print 10 1/3in x 7 1/2in (26.4cm x 19cm) overall; A copy of Total Guitar Magazine, issue 15, February 1996. Dimensions the guitar 38 1/2in (98cm) long the case 42in (106.5cm) long; 14 1/2in (37cm) wide; 4in (10cm) high Provenance The collection of Noel Gallagher. Gifted by the above to Peter “Digsy” Deary in June 1994. Digsy was the inspiration for the Oasis track ‘Digsy’s Dinner’, and his band had Smaller supported Oasis on tour. Acquired directly from the above by the current owner. Literature Total Guitar magazine, Issue 15, February 1996, p. 39. Usage September, 1993 Boardwalk, Manchester (filmed rehearsals, video) 14th September, 1993 The Canal Café, In The City Festival, Manchester (photographs) October, 1993 Out of the Blue Studios, Manchester (‘Shakermaker’ demo) (photographs) 18th & 19th December, 1993 Pink Museum, Liverpool (by repute) January, 1994 Monnow Valley Studios, Monmouth (photographs) 27th January, 1994 Water Rats, London (London live debut) (photographs) February/March, 1994 Sawmills Studios, Cornwall (photograph) Spring 1994 Gleneagles Golf Club, Scotland (video) 13th March, 1994 Kings Cross, London (‘Supersonic’ music video, UK version) 18th March, 1994 Teddington Studios, Richmond (‘The Word’ TV show, on stage but not played) Image Captions Detail from photographic print by Michael Spencer Jones (included in the present Lot). Noel Gallagher playing the present Lot Manchester’s Out of the Blue Studio, October 1993. Detail from photographic print by Michael Spencer Jones (included in the present Lot). Noel Gallagher playing the present Lot during a ‘Shakermaker’ demo at Manchester’s Out of the Blue Studio, October 1993. Detail from 30th anniversary release of Oasis’ ‘Supersonic’, 2024 (not included in the present Lot), front cover photo by Michael Spencer Jones. The present Lot illustrated behind Noel Gallagher. Detail from 30th anniversary release of Oasis’ ‘Supersonic’, 2024 (not included in the present Lot), back cover photo by Michael Spencer Jones. The present Lot illustrated. This lot contains Dalbergia latifolia (Indian Rosewood), which is an endangered species. However, finished musical instruments, finished musical instrument parts, and finished musical instrument accessories of Dalbergia latifolia are exempt from CITES regulation. Sotheby’s recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid, as lots containing endangered species may be subject to import restrictions in certain countries or necessitate licenses and certificates for export from some and import into others. The possession of an export license or certificate does not guarantee obtaining its counterpart elsewhere. Buyers must ascertain and adhere to all applicable regulatory requirements regarding the import and export of such items before bidding, securing all necessary licenses and certificates at their expense. The inability to export or import these items, or their seizure by a government agency, does not justify delaying payment or cancelling a sale.

noel gallagher / oasis

Serial number 82590004 and Made in USA to rear of headstock, 1980, solid mahogany body and neck with black finish, Indian rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, two pickups, three-way selector switch, three rotary controls, with white pickguard; in shaped hard-shell case with blue plush-lining.

Serial number 82590004 and Made in USA to rear of headstock, 1980, solid mahogany body and neck with black finish, Indian rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, two pickups, three-way selector switch, three rotary controls, with white pickguard; in shaped hard-shell case with blue plush-lining. Used by Noel Gallagher during the Monnow Valley Studio sessions for ‘Definitely Maybe’ in January 1994. Previously studio-used by Johnny Marr. Accompanied by provenance documents comprising: A Manchester/New York import note dated 22nd August 1989. A handwritten & signed postcard from Johnny Marr, dated 2019. A Sonic Editions black & white photographic print, no. 5/250, photo by Michael Spencer Jones, of Noel and Liam Gallagher during the 'Definitely Maybe' sessions at the Monnow Valley Studios in Wales, 26th January 1994. A Fujfilm polaroid illustrating the guitar, undated. Dimensions The guitar 43 1/2in (110cm) long The case 48in (122cm) long; 18 1/2in (47cm) wide; 4in (10cm) high Provenance The collection of Johnny Marr, 1989. Lent by the above to Noel Gallagher in January 1994 for the ‘Definitely Maybe’ recording sessions at Monnow Valley Studios. Acquired directly from Johnny Marr by the current owner in 2019. Usage 8th-24th January, 1994 Monnow Valley Studios, Monmouth Image Captions Detail from a Sonic Editions photographic print, no. 5/250, photo by Michael Spencer Jones (included in the present Lot). Noel Gallagher with the present Lot at Monnow Valley Studio, January 1994. ﻿This lot contains Dalbergia latifolia (Indian Rosewood), which is an endangered species. However, finished musical instruments, finished musical instrument parts, and finished musical instrument accessories of Dalbergia latifolia are exempt from CITES regulation. Sotheby’s recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid, as lots containing endangered species may be subject to import restrictions in certain countries or necessitate licenses and certificates for export from some and import into others.

View 1 of Lot 45: Noel Gallagher / Oasis / Johnny Marr

noel gallagher / oasis / johnny marr

Serial number 333183 on sticker to backplate, circa 1972-74, double cutaway bound hollow body with cherry redburst finish, Epiphone label inside sound-hole marked ‘EA-250’, bolt-on maple neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, two pickups, three-way selector switch, four rotary controls, with tremolo arm, black pickguard, and vibrato tailpiece; in contoured hard-shell case with pale yellow plush-lining.

Serial number 333183 on sticker to backplate, circa 1972-74, double cutaway bound hollow body with cherry redburst finish, Epiphone label inside sound-hole marked ‘EA-250’, bolt-on maple neck, Indian rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, two pickups, three-way selector switch, four rotary controls, with tremolo arm, black pickguard, and vibrato tailpiece; in contoured hard-shell case with pale yellow plush-lining. Featured with Noel on the cover of Oasis’ 1994 debut single ‘Supersonic’, photographed by Michael Spencer Jones. Stage-played on 1st July 1994 TV broadcast of “Something For The Weekend”, filmed at The Warehouse, Leeds, where Oasis performed ‘Rock n’ Roll Star’, ‘Supersonic’, and ‘Shakermaker’. Accompanied by three signed letters from Mark Coyle, concerning the provenance and usage of the guitar. A colour photographic print by James Fry of Noel holding the guitar with Oasis in 1994, printed later, numbered 7/25 and signed by the photographer, 22in x 21 1/2in (56cm x 54.5cm) overall. A colour photographic print by James Fry of Noel holding the guitar with Oasis in 1994, printed later, numbered 1/1 and signed by the photographer, 18in x 23 3/4in (45.7cm x 60.5cm) overall. Dimensions The guitar 41in (104cm) long The case 44in (112cm) long; 17in (43cm) wide; 6 1/2in (16.5cm) high Provenance The collection of Noel Gallagher, 1994. Gifted by the above in 1994 to Mark Coyle, record producer for ‘Definitely Maybe’. Acquired directly from Mark Coyle by the current owner. Usage November, 1993 Nomad Studios, Manchester January, 1994 Monnow Valley Studios, Monmouth Spring 1994 The Warehouse Club, Leeds (‘Something For The Weekend’ TV show) Image Captions Detail from photographic print by James Fry (included in the present Lot). Noel Gallagher with the present Lot during an Oasis photoshoot, November 1993. Detail from photographic print by James Fry (included in the present Lot). Noel Gallagher with the present Lot during an Oasis photoshoot, November 1993. Detail from 30th anniversary release of Oasis’ ‘Supersonic’, 2024 (included in the present Lot), front cover photo by Michael Spencer Jones. Noel Gallagher with the present Lot. Detail from 30th anniversary release of Oasis’ ‘Supersonic’, 2024 (included in the present Lot), back cover photo by Michael Spencer Jones. The present Lot illustrated. ﻿This lot contains Dalbergia latifolia (Indian Rosewood), which is an endangered species. However, finished musical instruments, finished musical instrument parts, and finished musical instrument accessories of Dalbergia latifolia are exempt from CITES regulation. Sotheby’s recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid, as lots containing endangered species may be subject to import restrictions in certain countries or necessitate licenses and certificates for export from some and import into others.

Contemporary Art Evening Sale

liam + noel (gallagher)

noel gallagher's epiphone sorento as guitar, serial r94g0285, tobacco sunburst finish,...

twenty lines on a plain piece of paper, with signicant differences to the recorded lyric

noel gallagher's handwritten lyrics for `stand by me', 1990s

fifteen lines on a ruled piece of notepaper, with one deletion

noel gallagher's handwritten lyrics for `definitely maybe', 1990s

nineteen lines on a piece of ruled paper, with slight differences to the recorded lyric

noel gallagher's handwritten lyrics for `rock'n'roll star', 1990s

twenty one lines on ruled notepaper with one amendment, some differences to the recorded lyric

noel gallagher's handwritten lyrics for `all around the world', 1990s

Modern & Contemporary Evening Auction

Elizabeth Peyton b. 1965 Liam + Noel (Gallagher) signed, titled and dated 1996 (on the reverse) oil on panel 66.5 by 56.5 cm. 26¼ by 22¼ in. Executed in 1996.

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