Lot 220: AR Mick Rock (British, b. 1948): Johnny Rotten print,

Mick Rock (British, b. 1948): Johnny Rotten print,
a 1990s colour dye transfer photographic print on heavy art resin board, signed in black marker by the photographer, numbered 3/95 and 5/75, professionally mounted and framed, image 19 3/4in x 24in (50.2cm x 61cm ), overall 29 1/2in x 34 3/4in (75cm x 88.5cm)

An unusual, specially modified image, made in the early Punk montage spirit with rips and safety pins. Originally shot in late 1976, the first professional session John had sat for, it appeared on the cover of German magazine 'Stern' and was later used on the cover of US magazine 'High Times'.Provenance:The Mark Jay Collection. Lots 172-232.