Event Details
JULIEN'S AUCTIONS PRESENTS: GIBSON BAND'S EXCLUSIVE AUCTION - FEATURING SERJ TANKIAN'S ORIGINAL ARTWORK AND CUSTOMIZED LES PAUL GUITAR
LOS ANGELES, CA — December 8th, 2023 — In a groundbreaking collaboration, Julien's Auctions and Gibson proudly unveil the Gibson Band, a dynamic collective of renowned Gibson artists, and to mark this momentous occasion, an exclusive auction will showcase the artistic prowess of Serj Tankian. The auction will feature the single's cover artwork, "Our Mountains," a 48" x 36" acrylic painting on canvas by Serj Tankian, along with a one-of-a-kind Gibson Les Paul Standard customized with the "Our Mountains" artwork.
"Our Mountains," a 48" x 36" acrylic painting on canvas by Serj Tankian - Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
One-of-a-kind Gibson Les Paul Standard customized with the "Our Mountains" artwork - Estimate : $8,000 - $12,000
This exclusive global auction, running from December 8th to December 18th, closing at 11:00 a.m. PST, offers a unique opportunity for art and music enthusiasts to own these unparalleled pieces. The "Our Mountains" painting, resonating with Tankian's Armenian heritage, and the customized Les Paul guitar represent a fusion of visual and musical artistry that transcends boundaries.
As part of this momentous occasion, the Gibson Band is set to release their first single, "Deconstruction," co-written by Serj Tankian and Cesar Gueikian, CEO of Gibson, featuring the legendary Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath on guitar. The single will be available on December 8,th on Gibson Records.
In addition to the artistic brilliance of Serj Tankian, Tony Iommi, and Cesar Gueikian, the auction will contribute to a noble cause. All proceeds from the sale of "Deconstruction," the auction of Tankian's painting, and the unique Les Paul guitar will be donated to Armenia Fund’s Artsakh Refugee Initiative through Gibson Gives. The Eurnekian family and Corporación América Airports will generously match the funds raised, further amplifying the impact on vital infrastructure projects, education, culture, healthcare, and disaster relief programs provided by the Armenia Fund.
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"We are thrilled to partner with Julien's Auctions to present the exclusive auction of Serj Tankian's original artwork and the customized Les Paul guitar," says Cesar Gueikian, CEO of Gibson. "The concept of the Gibson Band was born out of a love of writing and recording new music, and this auction adds a new dimension to our collaborative venture."
"It’s a dream come true to have collaborated with my good friend Cesar Gueikian and Tony Iommi, who I have collaborated with before," says Serj Tankian. "I am happy that we are using our platform to donate the music, my art, and Gibson’s incredibly unique guitar for such a great charity."
This auction is not just an opportunity to own exceptional pieces but also a chance to contribute to positive change. Bid generously and be part of this historic moment that combines the power of music, art, and philanthropy in support of the Armenian community.
