Ultra-rare Barney Bubbles artworks on view as Bonhams auction ends tomorrow
Auction house Bonhams’ sale of ultra-rare and collectible original artworks by Barney Bubbles ends tomorrow at 12noon BST (British Summer Time).
++ Artwork for a poster for a 1979 Christmas concert at Birmingham International Arena. Barney Bubbles playfully inserted the name of his friend Cynthia Lole as the promoter ++
++Overlays for artwork for the 1983 single You Little Fool by Elvis Costello & The Attractions++
If you’re in London and can spare the time, the 11 lots representing 25-plus individual artworks are available to view today and tomorrow morning at the auctioneer’s outlet in Knightsbridge.
++ Photography, ink and lettering paste-up for ad in music weekly Sounds for Elvis Costello & The Attractions’ album Armed Forces in January 1979 ++
++ Cabinet displaying Barney Bubbles works at Bonhams ++
Judging by the bids so far, the interest is high – recognition that this is the first time these precious designs have been made available.
Check out lots 113-123 in Bonhams’ Rock Pop & Film sale here.