The online auction of a large collection of letters, pictures, and other belongings belonging to Pattie Boyd, a key figure of the exciting 1960s era, has ended, and it's fair to say it far exceeded all predictions.
Christie’s, a well-known auction house, stated that The Pattie Boyd Collection sold for approximately 2.82 million pounds ($3.6 million), which is more than seven times the expected amount of around 380,000 pounds.
The collection was displayed at Christie’s London headquarters last Friday, offering a glimpse into the culture of the 1960s and 70s counterculture.
The 111 items for sale included loving letters from her famous rock star husbands George Harrison and Eric Clapton, as well as clothing, jewelry, drawings, and photos, some of which featured Boyd, and others created by her.
Boyd expressed her surprise at the international bidders' enthusiasm for these special belongings that she has always cherished. She mentioned her happiness that new owners will now enjoy them and advised people to pursue their passions and live life to the fullest.
Boyd, 79, is known as a muse for musicians and inspired The Beatles' song “Something,” written by Harrison for her, as well as Clapton’s songs “Layla” and “Wonderful Tonight.”
The most remarkable individual sale was the original artwork chosen by Clapton for the cover of the Derek and The Dominos 1970 album “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs,” which sold for just under 2 million pounds ($2.5 million), 33 times the expected amount.
Adrian Hume-Sayer, a director at Christie’s London, stated that the exceptional outcome of this important auction is a true testament to Pattie Boyd's role as a model, photographer, muse, and icon.
