EB-147023553791

Chris Cornell Handwritten Lyrics Edits RARE Photo Andrew Stuart COA

$6,500.00
Ask a question about this piece
Authenticated before listing Certificate included 30-day returns Secure Shopify checkout
The limited edition photo of Chris Cornell in Los Angeles in 2015, taken by Andrew Stuart, is a highly specific and rare piece of music memorabilia. 
This original archival digital print, numbered #15/25 and signed by photographer Andrew Stuart, was purchased at the Morrison Hotel Gallery in Los Angeles. The label of the gallery is featured on the back of the frame.  The print features a personal dedication from the photographer, inscribed 'To David".
This particular print's value is derived from several factors:
  • Limited edition and rarity: Being one of only 25 copies makes the print highly collectible.
  • Provenance: Authenticity Guaranteed.  The purchase will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from its origin, the Morrison Hotel Gallery in Los Angeles, CA.  
  • Artist and subject: The photograph was taken by renowned photographer Andrew Stuart and features Chris Cornell., Chris Cornell's legacy is being celebrated as Soundgarden was recently inducted into the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame  with a tribute at the ceremony honoring his vital role as the band's frontman. 
  • Context: It captures Cornell during the recording sessions at Henson Studios for his album Higher Truth, adding historical significance.
The inclusion of the 2 pages of printed lyrics of "Light On" with handwritten edits/notes by Chris Cornell makes this a unique piece documenting Cornell's creative process.   

  • About the lyrics:  Chris Cornell co-wrote the lyrics to the song "Light On" with Brian Hausen, a track that became the lead single for season 7 American Idol winner David Cook's 2008 debut studio album. While the David Cook version is the official studio release, Cornell did perform the song live on occasion, and a version with his vocals exists as an unofficial "studio tease" or demo recording circulated online. Following his passing, several musicians have performed the song in tribute to his memory. 
  • Print: Chris Cornell, Los Angeles, 2015
  • Date: 2015, during the recording sessions for his album "Higher Truth" at Henson Recording Studios.
  • Photographer: Andrew Stuart.
  • Item: Archival pigment print.
  • Sale: Originally purchased as a limited edition print through the Morrison Hotel Gallery.
  • Framing: Framed by the Morrison Hotel Gallery
  • Image (dimensions of photo) (approx): 11.25"  Height  x 16.75" Width
  • Image (dimensions of photo including white border)  (approx): 12" Height x 17.25 Width x 
  • Lyrics (dimensions of both page) (approx): 10.5" Height x 7.75" Width and 10.5" Height x 7.75" Width 
  •  Frame (dimensions of frame) (approx): 32.5" Height  x 26.5" Width x 
  • Weight: 7 lbs
Shipping:
This item will be securely packaged, fully insured, and shipped with tracking to ensure it arrives safely.
Please view all photos and feel free to ask any questions before purchasing. Serious inquiries only.

Shipped crated and insured, framed as held. Transit arranged by our registrar; collection in person by appointment.

Examined by a third party

Authentication is commissioned from independent specialists, not carried out in-house.

Insured, tracked delivery

Every order ships fully insured with signature on delivery.

Thirty-day returns

Return any piece in the condition it arrived for a full refund.

Speak to a registrar

Questions about condition or provenance are answered by a person, not a script.