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AEDMartin & Co Acoustic Guitar
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About Auction
LiveMay 21, 2026
Hit Maker: The Estate of Richard Perry, America’s legendary music producer, offers a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into a life defined by creativity, style, and unparalleled musical achievement. Perry, whose visionary production shaped the careers of Barbra Streisand, Carly Simon, Ringo Starr, and countless others, remains one of the most important figures in American music history. Abell Auction Company todd@abell.com
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- Lot Description
176737; 1960 -00-18G, played by Bob Dylan, Harry Dean Straton, Mick Jagger, and Richard Perry
Condition
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- Provenance
Provenance: The Estate of Legendary Music Producer Richard Perry, Los Angeles, CA
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This Martin Guitar, from the personal collection of legendary producer Richard Perry, is far more than an instrument—it is a witness to an extraordinary circle of music history.
Passed hand to hand in the late hours of Perry’s storied gatherings, this guitar became a centerpiece of intimate, unguarded performances. It was played by an unparalleled roster of cultural icons, including Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Mick Jagger, Harry Dean Stanton, and Robbie Robertson—each leaving behind an unseen imprint from nights that existed purely in the moment.
As the evenings stretched on, the guitar was often played in dialogue with the piano—frequently with Elton John or Herbie Hancock at the keys—creating spontaneous collaborations that blurred the line between performance and memory.
The wear, tone, and presence of this Martin reflect not just craftsmanship, but use at the highest level—an instrument that has lived its life in the hands of legends. It stands as a rare artifact of private musical history, where some of the most influential artists of the modern era gathered not for audience, but for each other.
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