An original Joy Division concert poster for a performance by Joy Division at The Factory, Russell Club, Manchester. The poster is for a concert performance that took place on 13. Around 450 people attended the concert where the group performed tracks including Dead Souls, Insight, Shadowplay, Disorder and Transmission. It has been signed in the lower right corner by music and cultural critic Jon Savage, who designed the artwork. The poster also comes with a certificate of authenticity from The Rob Gretton Archive which reads: The Rob Gretton Archive Joy Division Shimmy Poster Designed by Jon Savage 1979 This certificate certifies ownership of an original item from the archive of Rob Gretton. All items are original and have been maintained and stored solely within the archive at all times. The signatory hereby confirms the authenticity of this item. Lesley Gilbert Partner of Rob Gretton. The poster measures 44cm x 63.5cm (17.25 inches x 25 inches). There is some very light creasing to the poster. The condition is near mint. The first item is charged at the normal rate. Our Grading System Explained. Mint = As new. Near Mint = Almost like new with one or two very minor flaws. Excellent = Minor wear yet looks attractive and is perfectly usable. Very Good = Some wear and tear but overall presentable and usable. Good = Apparent wear and tear but with obvious deterioration of the condition. Poor = Extremely worn. A plus or minus after the grading indicates that the condition is marginally higher or lower than the stated grade. The item “Joy Division Shimmy 1979 Concert Poster Rob Gretton Archive (UK)” is in sale since Wednesday, September 30, 2020. This item is in the category “Music\Music Memorabilia\Rock\Posters”. The seller is “tracksuk” and is located in Chorley. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Artists/ Groups: The Beatles
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Type: Posters