The final possessions of Syd Barrett are to be auctioned in Cambridge later this year, it has been announced.

Amongst the items set to go under the hammer are pieces of artwork from the Pink Floyd founder, some signed, which have never been seen before.

Also up for sale are his bikes, which were hand painted by the former star, who lived out much of the last 30 years of his life as a recluse.

In a statement, Cheffins Auctioneers commented: “The auction will consist of items left by Syd in his Cambridge house. Syd spent his last years living a quiet, yet content life in Cambridge.

“Both his bikes, which he had used every day in Cambridge for visits to the local shops and pub were hand painted by Syd and will be included in this sale as will several pieces of furniture which Syd customised or made himself.

“The sale will also include other lots of various books, homemade speakers and a classical guitar.”

The auction tales place at Cheffins Auctioneers fine art sale on November 29 and 30.

For more information, go to www.cheffins.co.uk.

Posted: 08|23|06 at 6:58 am. Filed under: UK News.