Pattie Boyd selling letters, lyrics by exes George Harrison, Eric Clapton
Pattie Boyd, model and photographer, is auctioning over 100 items related to her relationships with George Harrison and Eric Clapton, including handwritten lyrics and personal letters. Boyd, who inspired songs like “Something” by Harrison and “Wonderful Tonight” and “Layla” by Clapton, was married to both musicians. The auction, titled “The Pattie Boyd Collection,” is hosted online by Christie’s until March 22. Highlights include the original artwork for Derek and The Dominos’ album “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs” and handwritten lyrics for Harrison’s song “Mystical One.” Boyd met Harrison during the filming of “A Hard Day’s Night” in 1964 and married him in 1966. Clapton, who fell in love with Boyd while she was married to Harrison, wrote her a letter in 1970 expressing his feelings. Boyd eventually divorced Harrison and married Clapton from 1979 to 1989. The auction also features photographs and postcards from Harrison and Clapton.