Friday 31 May 2013

CABINET OF CURIOSITIES: Chris Squire stage clothes (Part Two)

We continue with excerpts from the online catalogue of a Music Memorabilia Auction in Stockport, Summer 2013. Part One can be found HERE
http://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/omega-auctions/catalogue-id-2880485



YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x long taffeta kimono style coat in kingfisher blue with multi coloured design to the back and beaded embellishments with silver collar & sleeves. Worn by Chris Squire when touring with 'Yes' and in good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£1,000 - £1,500



YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x pleated cape designed by Zandra Rhodes in orange printed satin with an American Indian feather design. Also includes green satin trousers. Worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in very good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so... More

Estimate:

£1,000 - £1,500
YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x beige woven and embroidered waistcoat with brown velvet pocket detail, the lining and back are tan satin. Worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in very good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£400 - £600

YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 3 piece stage costume to include mid grey velveteen moire tailcoat with watered silk trim with waistcoat and matching velveteen trousers. Slight rubbing from guitar strap to left shoulder. Worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" in late 70's - pictures feature Chris wearing the clothing in 1977 and 1979. In very good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£800 - £1,000

YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x long sleeved tie front green silk shirt by Andres with gold painted flower detail on the left front and right sleeve, worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£300 - £500


YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x 3/4 length beige gabardine coat with peach satin lining, worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in good condition. Provenance: Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£600 - £800


YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x black tailcoat and trousers with black satin collar and 6 button trim, worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in good condition. Picture shows Chris wearing coat at Wembley in 1978 Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£800 - £1,000


YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x black evening jacket designed by Andres with Chinese design in yellow, orange & green, worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" and in good condition. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:
£1,000 - £1,500



YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x tunic designed by Andres with kimono style sleeves in cream crespon georgette with satin decoration detail in purple and blue, some staining from guitar strap across the back and some discolouration to the front neckline but a striking piece in good condition. Worn on 1976 tour as featured in picture. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:
£1,500 - £2,000

YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x purple satin shirt with front ties and reverse decorated with a sequined butterfly & coloured glass pink and purple stones, with cut out design in crepe and also including purple satin trousers. Some rubbing and staining from guitar strap and also discolouration and minor to the sleeve and crepe material. Worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes" - images show Chris wearing this on the 1972 "Closer To The Edge" tour. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:

£3,000 - £4,000


YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x black and silver lurex tunic designed by Andres and worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes". Picture shows Chris wearing the tunic on 1984 tour. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.

Estimate:
£500 - £700
YES - CHRIS SQUIRE - 1 x long satin & crepe tunic in bold red and green stripes with matching scarf and red satin trousers with ruched ankles, worn by Chris Squire when touring with "Yes". Picture shows Chris wearing the tunic on stage in the mid 70's. Provenance: Mr Squire kindly gifted his tour wardrobe from the 70's & 80's to his young grandchildren . It has been decided to place them into auction, so that fans of the of the band can purchase a piece of their tour history. Letter of provenance provided with each lot.
Estimate:
£1,000 - £1,500

5 comments:

  1. " kindly gifted" not according to Squire, these items were essentially stolen by his " disgusting , greedy" ex wife and his kids who seem to be " entitiled" according to Squire the entitled acusation is mine.

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  2. Many of the items were damaged by water. The most expensive an one of the most important and UNDAMAGED pieces was returned to him. I'm sure if he legally could have stopped the auction he would have. Division of property in a divorce can lead to hurt feelings.

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  3. However I do love Chris by the way.

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  4. Just proves what a good digging birch his wife was. Still trying to ride his coattails.

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