1966 Georg Bolin Duett III classical guitar, labelled "Duett...

by Gardiner Houlgate
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£1,000

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1966 Georg Bolin Duett III classical guitar, labelled "Duett III Byggd for Fredrik Van Pallandt, Stockholm, 20.6.1966, Georg Bolin"; Back and sides: Brazilian rosewood, a few minor lacquer marks; Top: natural spruce, minor play wear; Neck: mahogany, hairline head fracture; Fretboard: ebony; Frets: good; Case: original hard case; Nut width: 54mm; Scale length: 650mm; Overall Condition: good

*Sold with non-transferable cities A10 certificate no. 615483/01

Made for Frederik Van Pallandt (Danish 1934-1994) part of the Danish 1950s - 1960s folk duo Nina & Frederik. As seen in the video for "Dawn" in 1967 and thought to have been used on the recording of "An evening with Nina & Fredrik at The Royal Albert Hall" in 1966.

The guitar was subsequently owned by lyricist and musician Herbert Kretzmer (South African 1925-2020). Sold with a hand written note from the widow Sylvie Kretzmer stating that the guitar belonged to her late husband. 

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Auction Date:
7th Dec 22 at 10am GMT

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