Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped for Sale

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Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped For Sale

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Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped:
$39.73

Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped c.70s/80s

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First Impression & Visual Impact

A magnificent, iconic vintage black-and-white studio portrait of Glam Rock legend Marc Bolan posed with his famous modified Gibson Les Paul guitar. Striking, full-length framing with exceptional contrast and clarity, capturing Bolan at the absolute height of T. Rex-mania.

Item Details & Provenance

Subject: Marc Bolan (T. Rex)
Era / Subject Date: c.1971–1973 (Glam Rock Era)
Printing Era: Struck c.1970s/1980s by Press Association Press Room (PSA Type II)
Agency: Press Association (PA) Archive
Format & Paper: Vintage black-and-white darkroom press print on plain paper stock
Backing Details: Features a full, crisp, clear original Press Association 85 Fleet Street Copyright stamp on the reverse

Condition Report

Overall Grade: Very Good Vintage Condition
Front Details: Sharp image clarity, deep black tones, and strong contrast. Free of major tears, pinholes, or heavy creasing.
Reverse Side: Plain reverse displaying a bold, complete PA 85 Fleet St copyright stamp.

The Story & Historical Context

1970s Glam Rock Archive: Fronting T. Rex, Marc Bolan spearheaded the UK\'s glam rock movement with chart-topping anthems like \"Get It On\" and \"Electric Warrior\". This classic studio shot highlights his trademark wild curls, leopard-print top, and his legendary late-1950s Gibson Les Paul. Struck by the Press Association in Fleet Street for syndicate distribution, this print represents authentic UK music history.

PHOTOGRAPHIC GRADING & PROVENANCE NOTE (PSA TYPE II): This archive print is a true, first-generation darkroom photograph developed chemically in the PA laboratory during the 1970s/1980s directly from the original master negative. Classified under standard US photographic grading systems as an official Type II Press Photograph. It is NOT a modern digital reproduction, second-generation copy, or laser print, offering exceptional clarity and deep silver contrast.

Provenance & Shipping Details:

Dempsey Archive Lineage: This print comes directly from the private collection of Press Association photographers Mike and Sean Dempsey. A copy of the official career provenance statement will be securely enclosed with your order to guarantee its flawless agency background.
Source: Sourced directly from a Press Association archive collection.
Terms of Sale & Copyright: This listing is for the physical photograph only, sold strictly as historical memorabilia. This sale does not transfer copyright, reproduction rights, or commercial rights.
Shipping & Packaging: Packed securely in a new heavy-duty card-backed envelope to ensure safe transit. Combined shipping is available if you are selecting multiple pieces from this collection.

\"COA\" Statement: Prints will be accompanied by a copy of the signed provenance statement from the archive\'s custodians, which serves as a Certificate of Authenticity. It reads:

\"These photographs were collected and kept by myself and my brother, Sean Dempsey, during our careers at the Press Association, in Fleet St London. The Collections include Original Music, sub culture, and British Social history Archive Prints, spanning the 1960s-1980s - (Some with the original PA stamps) along with historical and later files from the agency\" — Mike Dempsey

Shipping, Offers & Multi-Buy:

Best Offer: Reasonable offers are welcome, particularly if you are looking to purchase multiple prints from this archive collection.
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This listing is part of a premium, curated release from a major private press archive collection. As a lifelong specialist in football vintage memorabilia, my extensive archive was professionally catalogued by Bonhams in 2006 for their prestigious specialist collections. I have continued to curate, collect, and trade ensuring absolute authenticity and solid provenance. Please check my other items for more rare, high-quality vintage music photography.

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Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped For Sale

Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped: $39.73

Marc Bolan T. Rex Gibson Les Paul Vintage PA Press Photo 85 Fleet St Stamped:
$39.73