Fender Stratocaster Ex Edgar Broughton Psychedelic Finish 1963

The following instrument was personally owned and used by the highly respected and influential British blues rock guitarist, Edgar Broughton. Founding member of the Edgar Broughton Band, his distinct playing style was influenced by artists including Captain Beefheart and Howlin Wolf, details as follows:

The Fender Psychedelic Stratocaster

HISTORY

The guitar, a 1963 Fender Stratocaster, was purchased second hand by Edgar Broughton in 1966 in its original fiesta red finish and during his long tenure of ownership it has been played by many legendary and influential guitarists including Eric Clapton, Peter Green and Syd Barrett of Pink Floyd. The instrument was also used by Edgar Broughton on many highly acclaimed performances including the 1969 Isle of Wight Festival and the first Glastonbury Festival in 1970.

Key Timeline Monuments

Players

1966 Peter Green/John Mayall's Blues Band - Birmingham.

1966 Eric Clapton/Cream - Eric loaned and played the instrument for his 1966 Cream performance with Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce at the Roundhouse, Chalk Farm, London.

1968 / 1969 Syd Barrett (Pink Floyd) - Played at The All Saints Church, London

Festival Performances.

1969 Isle of Wight Festival - Featuring Bob Dylan, The Who, Free, Pentangle, Family, Joe Cocker etc

1969 Hyde Park - Featuring Blind Faith

1970 First Glastonbury Festival - Featuring T-Rex

Fender Stratocaster

1963

Unique psychedelic paintwork “Edgar Broughton Band”

Rosewood neck (Slab Board)

Green nitrate guard

Internally/externally original except for added switch to guard

Condition - stage/tour used

Case

Verification

Personalised COA from Edgar Broughton confirming history

Original 1969 Isle of Wight Festival programme

Various archival memorabilia

Comments

The above is a historically important instrument that captured the sound, look and culture of the late 1960's festival scene and was also played by multiple iconic British guitarists including Eric Clapton, Peter Green and Syd Barrett.

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