25th Jan, 2024 9:30
Fine Art, Antiques & Collectables
A Besson Class A 'Prototype' Euphonium, with case, serial number 91423, from the collection of Vivian Stanshall, founding member of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, with his personal address label affixed to the case, reading 'If Orphan'd, Beweilder'd, Lost or Underliver'd, Please Return to Vivian Stanshall, The Still Standing House, 21 Hillfield Park, Muswell Hill, London N10 3QT'.
From the personal collection of Vivian Stanshall (1943-1995), English singer/songwriter, and founder member of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band. This lot, along with many others in the sale, has been consigned for sale by Vivian's son, Rupert. Please see the following article on our website for further background.
The Vivian Stanshall Collection
Selected personal items from the collection of Vivian Stanshall, the singer and founding member of the highly influential British art rock group, The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band. Consigned by Vivian’s son, Rupert Stanshall, the items provide a unique link to the life and work of ‘Viv’, once described by his Bonzo bandmate, Neil Innes, as ‘a national treasure’.
Sold for £380
A Besson Class A 'Prototype' Euphonium, with case, serial number 91423, from the collection of Vivian Stanshall, founding member of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, with his personal address label affixed to the case, reading 'If Orphan'd, Beweilder'd, Lost or Underliver'd, Please Return to Vivian Stanshall, The Still Standing House, 21 Hillfield Park, Muswell Hill, London N10 3QT'.
ProvenanceFrom the personal collection of Vivian Stanshall (1943-1995), English singer/songwriter, and founder member of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band. This lot, along with many others in the sale, has been consigned for sale by Vivian's son, Rupert. Please see the following article on our website for further background.
The Vivian Stanshall Collection
Selected personal items from the collection of Vivian Stanshall, the singer and founding member of the highly influential British art rock group, The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band. Consigned by Vivian’s son, Rupert Stanshall, the items provide a unique link to the life and work of ‘Viv’, once described by his Bonzo bandmate, Neil Innes, as ‘a national treasure’.
