Sotheby's is featuring a portrait by Elizabeth Peyton of Noel and Liam Gallagher, capturing their complex relationship during Oasis's peak in 1996. This painting, based on a famous photograph, showcases both their camaraderie and underlying tension. The significance of the year is marked by Oasis's monumental concerts at Knebworth, where millions sought tickets, reflecting their lasting impact on music culture. With Oasis reuniting for concerts after years apart, the auction serves as a nostalgic nod to the band's enduring legacy and the beauty found in their portrayal by Peyton.
You could feel the quiet tension between them in Peyton's portrait... It feels so prescient, knowing now how it all ended up.
Peyton always slightly feminises these big male, macho pop stars... You've got bright red lips, almost soft rosy cheeks, aquiline noses.
It feels like this is just the most perfect moment for this painting to come up again. It has come full circle.
Ticket prices for 2025 were considerably higher than the 22.50 charged at Knebworth.
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