ジョン・レノンがビートルズの数曲を作曲したブロードウッド製アップライトピアノが、オークションで記録破りの330万ドルで落札された。この楽器はジム・イーセイ・コレクションの一部で、予想を上回り、ビートルズの記念品の新たな基準を設定した。今回のセールにはリンゴ・スターの最初のドラムキットも含まれ、約240万ドルで落札された。
ブロードウッド製アップライトピアノは、ジョン・レノンが「Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds」「A Day In The Life」「Being For The Benefit Of Mr Kite!」などの曲を書いたもので、ニューヨークのクリスティーズオークションで歴史的な価格を記録した。当初の落札予想価格は40万～60万ドルだったが、最終的に330万ドル（250万ポンド）で落札され、ビートルズ関連アイテムの過去すべての記録を上回った。
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A rare 19th-century print of the thatcher photograph used on Led Zeppelin's fourth album fetched £16,000 at a Sussex auction on February 25, 2026. The item, the largest known original version, exceeded its estimate after a bidding war between UK and US buyers. The discovery highlights ongoing interest in the album's iconic cover art.
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Julien's Auctions has revealed plans for a major auction featuring items from Gwyneth Paltrow's personal collection, combined with archival fashion pieces. The event, titled Bold Luxury: Gwyneth Paltrow Lexicon of Style & The Archival Edit, is set for March 24 and 25, 2026, at The Peninsula Beverly Hills. A portion of proceeds will support World Central Kitchen.
Eric Clapton cut short his long-awaited return to Madrid after a fan hurled a vinyl record at him during the May 7 concert at Movistar Arena.
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Elton John revealed details of his upcoming solo album during a weekend ceremony in Toronto. The 79-year-old singer described the record as 'so happy' while accepting the Glenn Gould Prize.