Christie's to auction Johnny Marr's guitar collection in London
On September 17, 2026, Christie's auction house in London will host ‘Marr's Guitars: The Johnny Marr Collection,’ showcasing the renowned guitarist's personal collection of instruments. This auction will recognize Marr’s diverse musical contributions and collaborations with numerous acclaimed artists, such as Oasis, Pearl Jam, and Billie Eilish, as well as bands like Electronic and Modest Mouse. The event highlights Marr's influential role across different music genres and his partnerships with notable names including Bryan Ferry, Hans Zimmer, and Gorillaz. This collection promises to attract attention from fans and collectors alike, celebrating Marr's artistic legacy.
Key facts
- Christie's will auction the personal guitar collection of Johnny Marr.
- The auction is titled 'Marr's Guitars: The Johnny Marr Collection'.
- The auction will take place on 17 September 2026 in London.
- Johnny Marr co-founded The Smiths in the 1980s.
- Marr's career includes solo work and collaborations with many artists.
- He has been a member of The Pretenders, The The, Electronic, The Healers, Modest Mouse, and The Cribs.
- Collaborators include Pet Shop Boys, The Pretenders, Talking Heads, Bryan Ferry, The The, Beck, Hans Zimmer, Oasis, Pearl Jam, Noel Gallagher, Billie Eilish, Blondie, Gorillaz, and Franz Ferdinand.
- The event is described as a landmark auction for fans, collectors, and music aficionados.
Entities
Artists
- Johnny Marr
- Pet Shop Boys
- The Pretenders
- Talking Heads
- Bryan Ferry
- The The
- Beck
- Hans Zimmer
- Oasis
- Pearl Jam
- Noel Gallagher
- Billie Eilish
- Blondie
- Gorillaz
- Franz Ferdinand
Institutions
- Christie's
- The Smiths
- Electronic
- The Healers
- Modest Mouse
- The Cribs
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom