BOB DYLAN, OWNED AND STAGE-PLAYED HARMONICA

A Hohner harmonica in A-minor and a neck stand, personally owned and stage-played by Bob Dylan. The heavily played harmonica was given away by Dylan in 1961, a few months prior to Dylan's debut album and his later worldwide fame. Due to the fact that Dylan gave away this heavily used harmonica in 1961, it's reasonable to state that it shaped Dylan to become one of the all-time greatest singer-songwriters. When listening to Dylan's music, you'll notice that the harmonica is very important and significant for Dylan and is included in almost all of his classic songs.

Only a handful of instruments owned by Bob Dylan have ever been offered for sale. This is the earliest known harmonica that Dylan owned. It's pre-fame and before all of his success, which makes it even more interesting. Indeed, a truly important piece of pop culture!

Size: Approximately 8.5 x 11 in. / 22 x 28 cm, unframed.

Condition: The harmonica is heavily-used yet intact, with minor restoration of three screws only.

Provenance: Letter of Provenance by Peter McKenzie dated July 27, 1994, in which he writes: "This A Hohner Marine Band harmonica was played extensively by Bob Dylan and was given to me along with a note when Bob moved out of my parent's apartment in September of 1961" and a photocopy of Bob Dylan's note: "These are for you. They are a bit worn but still good! Bob". The items sold as lot 446 (2) by Sotheby's New York on September 18, 1996. Letter of Authenticity from Alexander Bitar History.