Gibson Les Paul Guitar Chalkboard Wall Cover

When we think of the solid-body electric guitar explosion, we invariably think of the early to mid-1950s. But Les Paul’s story goes back even further than that. In 1945, Les Paul, already a respected guitar innovator, presented Gibson with the idea of a solid-body Spanish guitar.

A piece of pine ran through the middle of the instrument – slightly deeper and wider than the neck – and hollow sides or “wings” were added to give it shape. Les named his prototype “The Log” – not exactly an inspiring name, but entirely fitting for what was essentially a bolted-together plank of pine.

While Les recognized that the future of electric guitar manufacturing was solid-bodies, Gibson did not initially share his enthusiasm. They mocked the concept and rejected the prototype.

By 1951, however, the guitar market was a very different place. Fender’s newly christened “Telecaster” was creating a minor storm in the guitar-playing world, proving that Les Paul’s solid vision wasn’t as out there as Gibson had first thought. Unsurprisingly, that same year, Ted McCarty and his team began working on what would eventually become the Les Paul model.

That original guitar featured many of the traits we now associate with the Les Paul; its distinctive shape, mahogany body, and iconic “Gold Top” color scheme. In 1964, Keith Richards became the first guitarist to use this instrument on the British scene by purchasing his 1959 Sunburst. Eric Clapton switched to Les Paul in 1965, inspired by Freddie King. By the late 1960s, Peter Green, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page were leading the Les Paul revival. For those who love this legendary guitar, the Gibson Les Paul Chalkboard wall hanging is now on your walls.

Chalkboard Effect:

With special printing, the Chalkboard effect gives the product a real blackboard look.

Features

Easy to hang with 3M® tape and integrated hook-and-loop fasteners, the product does not require additional assembly. Thanks to the hook-and-loop feature, it can be removed without damaging the wall and rehung without additional material.

Product Content

1 wall hanging

2 3M® tape integrated hook-and-loop fasteners for the wall hanging

(Sizes may vary by +-10 cm)