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Sothebys auction of Elton John items. Eltons famous Doc Martin boots were
Sothebys auction of Elton John items. Eltons famous Doc Martin boots were marched out of an auction for a record £ 11, 000 - in he hands of their maker. The 4ft 61/2 inch fibreglass lace-ups with platform shoes and metal callipers were bought by Stephen Briggs, whose Northampton family firm manufactures Doc Martens under licence from Germany. Elton wore the boots when he played the Pinball Wizard in the rock opera Tommy. Stephen was prepared to bid up to £ 15, 000 for them. Pictured, Stephen with his £ 11, 000 boots. 6th September 1988
Harry Prosser
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
DM 88 4896
Media ID 21861562
© Mirrorpix
Auction Auctions Elton John Lots Memorabilia Pianist Sothebys 1988
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the world of music history with our exclusive range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating print showcases a pivotal moment from Sotheby's auction of Elton John's iconic memorabilia. Witness the legendary moment as Elton's famous Doc Martin boots, crafted by Harry Prosser of Memory Lane Prints, are sold for a record-breaking £11,000. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the magic of music history into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.4cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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This print captures a momentous event in music history - the Sotheby's auction of Elton John items. Amongst the coveted memorabilia, Elton's iconic Doc Martin boots took center stage as they were paraded out of the auction room, fetching an astonishing record-breaking price of £11,000. What makes this image even more extraordinary is that these legendary boots were held proudly by their very creator. Standing at an impressive 4 feet and 6½ inches tall, these fibreglass lace-ups adorned with platform shoes and metal callipers symbolize both fashion and musical prowess. They hold a special place in Elton's career as he wore them during his unforgettable portrayal of the Pinball Wizard in the rock opera Tommy. The man responsible for acquiring these prized possessions is none other than Stephen Briggs, representing his family firm from Northampton which holds the license to manufacture Doc Martens under German authorization. Determined to secure this remarkable piece of history, Stephen was willing to bid up to £15,000 for the boots that once graced Elton John's feet. In this snapshot frozen in time on September 6th, 1988, we witness Stephen beaming with pride as he clutches his newly acquired treasure worth £11,000. This photograph serves as a testament not only to Elton John's enduring influence but also to the power that music memorabilia holds over collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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