Punk Memorabilia Auction Opens in Chicago

Potter & Potter Auctions is hosting 'Punks, Monsters, Smut & Madmen: A Countercultural Cross-Section,' featuring rare and iconic music memorabilia, including strands of Kurt Cobain's hair and GG Allin's blood-signed underwear. The auction, opening on March 6 in Chicago, showcases items emblematic of punk and grunge history, such as the CBGB club's storefront awning and dressing room wall pieces. Cobain's hair was originally cut by friend Tessa Osbourne in 1989 and previously fetched $14,145 in a 2021 auction. GG Allin's underwear, infamous for its shocking inscription, is a highlight for collectors fascinated by his chaotic persona. Many items come from the estate of Howie Pyro, a prominent figure in the New York punk scene. The auction underscores the enduring legacy and fascination with punk culture's artifacts.