David Edward Byrd Giclée "Queen & Freddie Mercury at Live Aid- July, 1985"

Item Details

David Edward Byrd (American; b. 1941)
Queen & Freddie Mercury at Live Aid- July, 1985, 2018
Giclée on archival paper
Signed and dated to the lower right
Editioned A.P. (artist’s proof)
Includes a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist

David Edward Byrd was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and is known for his musical and rock posters featuring famous musicians such as Prince, David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, and The Who. Byrd moved to New York City after receiving his BFA and MFA from Carnegie-Mellon University where he studied painting, design, and printmaking. In NYC he aided in establishing the multi-media collective Fantasy Unlimited with friend Peter Nevard and later became the poster and program designer for the Fillmore East in 1968. Byrd’s work is featured in many iconic rock posters, illustrations, and style guides, including those for the first three books of the Harry Potter series.

Condition

- paper tends to roll; item will be shipped rolled in a tube.

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Item #

ITMG062975