A guitar that made history when played by John Lennon and George Harrison during the legendary recording sessions for the Beatles' albums Help ! (1965) and Rubber Soul (1965) has finally resurfaced after spending half a century forgotten in an attic. This musical icon, a 12-string Hootenanny model guitar manufactured by the Bavarian firm Framus in the 1960s, will be auctioned along with other equally remarkable memorabilia items.
This legendary instrument not only echoes the iconic notes of songs like “You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away” and “Norwegian Wood,” but also carries with it the aura of the Beatles’ legacy. Darren Julien , co-founder and CEO of Julien’s Auctions, described the discovery as equivalent to finding a work of art by a Renaissance master ( via The Guardian ): “Finding this remarkable instrument is like finding a lost Rembrandt or Picasso, and yet it looks and plays like a dream.”
The journey of this guitar to auction was full of surprises and twists. Its current owners, who for a long time were unaware of its importance, originally received it from Gordon Waller , of the famous 1960s pop duo, Peter and Gordon . After a meticulous authentication process conducted by experts, including Beatles historians Andy Babiuk and Danny Bennett , the provenance of this musical treasure was confirmed.
The auction, scheduled for May 29th and 30th, promises to attract music aficionados from around the world, with an estimated sale price between US$600,000 and US$800,000 (R$3,098,820.00-R$4,131,840.00 in Brazilian Real). It will offer not only this historic guitar but also a rich array of other collectible items, including a handwritten concert setlist by Kurt Cobain , a book of handwritten lyrics by Tupac Shakur , and a Fendi dress worn by Amy Winehouse Yoko Ono organized at the time .
This event reaffirms not only the enduring influence of the Beatles on popular culture, but also the incredible ability of historical objects to connect us with the past in a tangible way.
Fans and collectors will have the opportunity to glimpse these treasures in a special exhibition from April 23 to 29 at the Hard Rock Cafe in Piccadilly Circus, London.
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