1966-The Matrix-Big Brother and the Holding Company Concert Handbill-PAE Graded Mint '93'

closed on Friday, October 12, 2018

Final Auction Price
*Final prices include buyers premium
$150.00
Starting bid: $1.00

This is a rare original handbill that advertised a run of Big Brother shows at the Matrix in ’66. This was before Janis Joplin joined the band. The art was designed by Wes Wilson however he is not credited. The Matrix was an early club that hosted many Blues and folk acts along with the emerging San Francisco sound. Managed by the Airplane’s Marty Balin the matrix served as an early showcase for the band. Ads like this were distributed freely during the day but very few have survived. This one is a real find and it's amazing how it remained in such good condition all this time. Original Handbills are RED HOT! Read our blog dated 5/18/18 to learn more!


Handbill – Big Brother and the Holding Company at The Matrix 1966

Grade – PAE Graded Mint 93

Bands/Bill – Big Brother and The Holding Company

Venue – The Matrix

City – San Fransisco CA

Date – 3/1-6/66

Dimensions – 5 1/2” x 8 1/2"

Printing – OHB-A Original Pre-Concert First Printing

Paper Type – Super Thin Paper

Condition Details- Handling in the top and bottom corners. There are no nicks cuts tears pinholes or restoration of any kind. 

  *****This Handbill is available for inspection at our gallery by appointment. *****

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