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The Mark Knopfler Guitar Collection Photocall At Christie's In London
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JANUARY 18, 2023: Staff members hold Gibson Incorporated, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 1959, a solid-body electric guitar, Les Paul standard, estimate: £300,000-500,000 (L) and Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Corona, California, 1997 and 2002, a solid-body electric guitar, artist's prototype, Mark Knopfler signature Stratocaster, estimate: £4,000-6,000 (R) during a photocall at Christie's auction house showcasing the highlights from the personal collection of Mark Knopfler, frontman of the iconic British band, Dire Straits, in London, United Kingdom on January 18, 2023. The guitars will be offered at an auction on January 31 and 25% of the total hammer price will be donated to The British Red Cross, Tusk and Brave Hearts of the North East charities, which Mark Knopfler has supported for many years. (Photo by WIktor Szymanowicz/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #10922072 |
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| Photographer | WIktor Szymanowicz/NurPhoto |
| Category | Arts, Culture and Entertainment |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - WIktor Szymanowicz/NurPhoto |
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