La Marquise (guitar)

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La Marquise is a famous electric guitar, that belongs to French rock guitarist Jean-Pierre Danel. It is a rare 1956 Fiesta Red Fender Stratocaster which has been famous since it appeared on the sleeves of his popular albums Guitar Connection 1 & 2. It was also used by Danel during many performances on TV and in concert in the 1990's and 2000's.

The guitar bears serial number 11 218. Auctions showed such instruments being sold for $50,000 to $65,000.

Jean-Pierre Danel owns another famous guitar, Miss Daisy, a rare 1954 Fender Stratocaster.