Original Hank Marvin – 98-Image Vintage Contact Sheet Collection (Unpublished) – Photographer: Bill Zygmant – c. early 1980s Artist: Hank Marvin (The Shadows) Photographer: Bill Zygmant Year: c. 1980–1984 Technique: Gelatin silver print contact sheets (from Ilford HP5 B&W 35mm film) Total images: 98 frames Sheet size: 23 × 30 cm Condition: Very good vintage condition Notable: Contains many never-before-seen images DESCRIPTION Exceptional and extremely rare set of original vintage contact sheets featuring Hank Marvin, the iconic lead guitarist of The Shadows, photographed in a humorous publicity session during the early 1980s. The collection consists of 98 individual frames, many showing Hank Marvin posing with multiple life-size cardboard cut-outs of himself—an imaginative and distinctive photoshoot concept seen in early 80s British music press. These images capture Marvin’s trademark smile, glasses and charisma in a playful, self-referential series clearly designed for magazines and promotional material. These contact sheets originate directly from the private working archive of acclaimed British photographer Bill Zygmant, known for photographing John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Jimi Hendrix, The Move, Kenny Everett, Lulu, Captain Sensible and many major figures in 60s–80s music and entertainment. UNPUBLISHED CONTENT The majority of these 98 frames remain unpublished, making this an extraordinary opportunity to acquire material never before released to the public. KEY FEATURES • 98 original frames printed as multiple 23 × 30 cm contact sheets • Gelatin silver vintage prints, produced directly in the darkroom from Ilford HP5 negatives • Includes editor crop marks showing the photographer’s original selections • Extremely rare – full sequences from Hank Marvin sessions almost never appear on the market • Direct provenance from the Bill Zygmant archive SUBJECT Hank Marvin • Lead guitarist of The Shadows • A defining figure in British guitar history • Recognised for his distinctive glasses, clean Stratocaster tone, and influential style These playful and charismatic images represent Hank Marvin in one of his most unusual and charming publicity shoots. PROVENANCE From the private archive of photographer Bill Zygmant. I’ve had added some photos of myself with Bill Zygmant to show provenance. These won’t be included in the sale CONDITION Very good for age. Light handling marks or corner softness consistent with vintage archive material. Prints are sharp with excellent tonal range. DIMENSIONS Each contact sheet: 23 × 30 cm Total images: 98 SHIPPING Packed carefully and shipped in a rigid postal tube with full tracking. Worldwide shipping available. Please also check my other Catawiki auction lots for more original Bill Zygmant contact sheets and rare music photography. Hank Marvin, The Shadows, Music Photography, Vintage Contact Sheets, Gelatin Silver Print, Ilford HP5, Bill Zygmant, 1980s, Guitar Legend, Unpublished Photos, Music Memorabilia, British Music History, Collectors Item, Rare. #LesInrocks