Sotheby's

TRIBUTE TO
THE MAN IN BLACK
AND THE WOMAN HE LOVED

SOTHEBY'S TO OFFER PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF
JOHNNY AND JUNE CARTER CASH
SEPTEMBER 14-16, 2004

This September, Sotheby's is honored to offer property from The Estate of Johnny and June Carter Cash. The sale, to be held September 14-16 in New York, will be a celebration of the half-century careers of two of the most important figures in country music history.

More than 650 lots will be featured, including historic awards, instruments, stage-worn clothing, gold and platinum records, handwritten lyrics, and items from the Cash's personal collection of fine art, furniture and decorations, jewelry and even Johnny Cash's 2002 Ford F-150 black pick-up truck. An exhibition of the entire Collection will be held September 7-13 at Sotheby's galleries in New York.

"Over the course of five decades, Johnny and June Carter Cash's music and lyrics touched the hearts and minds of millions, from prison inmates to presidents," commented Leila Dunbar, Director of Sotheby's Collectible's Department. "It is such a privilege to pay tribute to Johnny Cash and the love of his life, June Carter Cash.

In 2003, Country Music Television named Johnny Cash the 'Greatest Man in Country Music,' but his influence extended far beyond any specific genre with his ability to blend the lines between country, folk, gospel, rock and pop. He and June Carter are true American icons, and this sale presents countless opportunities for collectors as well as fans of The Man in Black."

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