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Iconic Musician Photos Up for Auction
11 Aug
Summary
- Over 100 signed photos from renowned artists are up for sale.
- The collection is expected to fetch around £50,000 at auction.
- Photographer Gered Mankowitz is downsizing his home.
A remarkable collection of iconic photographs featuring legendary British musicians is scheduled for auction in Wiltshire in early September. The selection includes over 100 signed works by acclaimed photographer Gered Mankowitz, known for his striking images of artists such as the Rolling Stones, Kate Bush, and Jimi Hendrix. These celebrated photographs, some of which graced album covers, are anticipated to generate approximately £50,000.
Mankowitz, aged 80, is parting with these treasured pieces as he and his wife prepare to downsize their home. The move from Cornwall to Wales signifies a new chapter for the photographer, who began his career in the early 1960s and was among the first British artists to collaborate with Jimi Hendrix.
