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| 1984 Stevie Ray Vaughan Concert Photo Freeborn Hall - Davis, California |
So much has changed in 40+ years of concert history. From the sound, lighting and theatrics all the way down to merchandise, non-smoking signs and that little thing called ticket prices. But the one constant among all this is this guy (or gal) in the pit, tirelessly aiming an above-averagely priced camera at the lead singer in the hope of getting that 'money shot'.
Countless books have been released over the decades, showing us jaw-dropping images so real, we can 'almost' experience the rush of being there. Live albums, posters, t-shirts, magazine covers...they have all benefited from 'The Photographer' without whom rock 'n roll would have never had a face. This week at Backstage Auctions, the 'Rock 'n Pop Auction' event hosts almost 400 lots of original concert slides, negatives and photos from the 1970s and 1980s, which if anything is a fitting tribute the artists 'behind' the camera.
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| David Bowie Concert Photo '80s |
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| Bob Dylan Concert Photo Houston, Texas 1970s |
Equally impressive are the 200 (!!) lots of slides and negatives from a pair of legendary Houston, Texas photographers; Larry Lent and Jim Townsend, who go back as far as 1970 and seemingly never missed a show in 20 years, be it at a stadium or hole-in-the-wall. Rolling Stones, The Who, Bob Dylan, CSNY, Faces, George Harrison, David Bowie, Frank Zappa, Grateful Dead....the list is endless, and so is the number of times you'll shake your head in disbelief at so much history and beauty
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| Jerry Garcia 1974 Concert Photo Winterland - San Francisco, CA |
Not only is all this a prime opportunity to add one-of-a-kind authentic photos to your collection, but nearly 95% of the lots are offered with a full transfer of rights, which means that the new owner can also explore commercial avenues with these wonderful images.
Larry Hulst started his career in the bustling Haight -Asbury district before moving to Colorado and we are honored to have an impressive collection of nearly 40 pre-matted, large prints from his archive, each and any ready to be displayed with pride
Last but not least, the auction offers several exclusive, high-end prints from legendary photographers such as Gered Mankowitz, Francesco Scavullo, Herb Green, Mick Rock, Godlis, Ebet Roberts, Kamen Rider, Richard Mann and Roberta Bayley.
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| 1967 Jimi Hendrix - Gered Mankowitch Signed Ltd. Ed. Photo |
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| 1973 Mick Jagger - Francesco Scavullo Photo |
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| 1978 Sex Pistols "Sid & Nancy In London" - Richard Mann Signed & Numbered 6/100 Ltd. Ed. Print |
Photos have proven to be more than just 'pictures'. They tell a story without words and let us be part of it without having to be there. Collectors are increasingly aware of the historic relevance, which is a good thing....after all, who can tell the story better than the person behind the camera?
Backstage Auctions' - 2012 Rock 'n Pop Auction is open for bidding November 3 - 11th, but is available now for previewing the entire catalog. VIP All Access Registration is FREE and only takes a minute or two.
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