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Bidding starts at $10 million for a painting of Conan the Barbarian that Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett bought from artist Frank Frazetta for $1 million in 2009. The work, titled Conan the Berserker (1967), served as cover art for a paperback edition of Robert E. Howard's novel Conan the Conqueror, and is being offered up in Heritage Auctions ' "Hollywood/Entertainment Signature Auction" December 9-10. Conan looks more than a little triumphant in the painting, with his rippling arms stretched wide as he stares down at some heated battle action against a fiery sky.

Metallica's Kirk Hammett and Gibson have unveiled their latest collaboration, the Raven signature model acoustic guitar. This striking variation on the Gibson Hummingbird is limited to just 100 worldwide, making it a highly collectible entry in Hammett's ongoing line of Gibson signature models. As of this article, the guitar - which retails for a $4,999 - appears to already be out of stock on Gibson's website, though it is currently for sale on Reverb.

Kirk Hammett shares a list of essential albums for guitarists, showcasing influences that shaped his music during formative years, particularly from 1975 to 1980.