“Portrait of an Era,” immortalizing an unbridled outpouring of the innocent exuberance that fueled the Beatles’ legendary music, was taken by Linda McCartney (1941 – 1998), Paul’s wife, soul mate and creative muse, during the press launch for “Sgt. Pepper.” Originally a receptionist at a New York society magazine, Linda snagged an invitation to a Rolling Stones’ press reception where the photos she took led to her position as the first staff photographer for “Rolling Stone” magazine. Linda’s candid, spontaneous images of musicians were taken with an innate perceptiveness and sensitivity that keenly chronicled their joy, introspection and frailties.

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