Lot 482 - Jon Cramer Hand-painted Early Draft Yellow Submarine Exterior Design

Sold Stock #160153 | Sold Dec 13 2023

YELLOW SUBMARINE (1968)

Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction: London 2023

Lot #482 - Jon Cramer Hand-painted Early Draft Yellow Submarine Exterior Design

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An original hand-painted early draft design of the Yellow Submarine from the production of George Dunning's 1968 animated Beatles film. Created in 1967, this is believed to be the earliest depiction of the Yellow Submarine that has come to market. It was created by Jon Cramer, a commercial artist and designer for TVC London, at his home in Richmond, Surrey. The Beatles held a model of Cramer's submarine design in publicity photographs taken in November 1967.

The design is rendered in pencil and watercolours, and it differs from the final version. Small amendments were made to Cramer's initial concept, notably the removal of the letter "P". The top edge of the paper is uneven, and the design exhibits signs of age, including some discolouration and small holes.

Accompanying the lot is a printed promotional image of the Beatles holding the submarine model; a black-and-white photo of Cramer; a printed copy of a letter handwritten by Cramer's wife Sandra; and a printed copy of a letter of authenticity from Cramer's son, Jason. Dimensions: 42.5 cm x 55.5 cm x (16 3/4" x 21 3/4")

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Estimate: £2,000 - 4,000 M

This item comes with a Propstore Certificate of Authenticity

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