8th Feb, 2022 10:00
Day 1: Music Memorabilia | Day 2: Rare & Collectable Vinyl Records
THE SMITHS 1983 MOSELEY POSTER.
A very rare example of an original poster advertising a concert on June 3rd 1983 at 'The Fighting Cocks', Moseley, Birmingham with The Smiths and Passion Play. This version is red and measures 64 x 45cm. Shows losses, staining and some detail from designs on reverse are visible. Also a smaller print with Smiths artwork - likely used for a proof poster design. Originally from the collection of concert promoter 'Mint' who booked an amazing array of artists to perform at The Fighting Cocks and later at the Joiners, Southampton.
Sold for £1,400
Hammer Price
A very rare example of an original poster advertising a concert on June 3rd 1983 at 'The Fighting Cocks', Moseley, Birmingham with The Smiths and Passion Play. This version is red and measures 64 x 45cm. Shows losses, staining and some detail from designs on reverse are visible. Also a smaller print with Smiths artwork - likely used for a proof poster design. Originally from the collection of concert promoter 'Mint' who booked an amazing array of artists to perform at The Fighting Cocks and later at the Joiners, Southampton.
Auction: Day 1: Music Memorabilia | Day 2: Rare & Collectable Vinyl Records, 8th Feb, 2022
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