RR Auction: Marvels of Modern Music

Four limited edition glossy 16 x 20 photographic prints of blues musicians, each numbered 39/50, titled signed in the lower border in ink by the photo

Glossy 9.75 x 8 ECM Records publicity photo of the group sitting around an outdoor table, signed in black ballpoint by Roscoe Mitchell, Don Moye, and

One of the most popular female vocalists of the 1930s, but despite all of her success, superstardom eluded her. Plagued by a combination of diabetes,

Jazz trumpeter (1908–1942) who rose to stardom during the swing era, but was hampered by alcoholism until it drove him to death at age 33. Vintage 9.7

Blues ‘shouter’ in Jay McShann’s band (1917–1956). Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Brown with his arms crossed, signed and inscribed in fount

Singer (1940–2010) considered one of the founding fathers of soul music in the 1960s. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Apollo Records publicity photo of Burke, s

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Carmichael looking at sheet music, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Mr. Ransom, Sincerely, Hoagy Carmichael.” In fine

Accordion player (1925–1987) of the ‘zydeco’ genre, a fusion of Cajun and blues music. Glossy 8 x 10 Arhoolie Records publicity photo of Chenier posin

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Collins playing his Telecaster on stage, vertically signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 Rosebud Agency publicity photo, signed in black felt tip, “From, Willie Dixon.” In fine condition.

Jazz drummer (1898–1959) who was among the first drummers who improvised while performing to be recorded. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dodds posing

ALS signed “Jack,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, January 21, 1982. Letter to Brenda Bell. In part (spelling and grammar retai

Vintage matte-finish 10.25 x 10 Teenie Harris photo of Eckstine and Lena Horne at the Loendi Club in Pittsburgh, in October 1944, signed later in red

Vintage pearl-finish 14 x 11 photo of Ellington and his orchestra, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “With kindest regards and much success to Lud

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Ellington posing with his entire band, signed in fountain pen by Sonny Greer, Art Whetsol, Juan Tizol, Harry Carney, Jo

Vintage sepia 8 x 9.75 paperstock photo of Freeman and Tough on stage, signed in fountain pen by Bud Freeman, Dave Tough, Dick Jones, and Carmen Mastr

One-man band musician (1896–1976) known for ‘San Francisco Bay Blues.’ Uncommon 6.75 x 8.75 book photo of Fuller with his guitar, signed in the upper

Renowned jazz saxophone player, aka ‘The Sound’ (1927–1991). Matte-finish 10 x 8 close-up photo of Getz performing, signed in black felt tip. In fine

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gillespie and his trumpet, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Sara Hamburger, My insurance man—Best wishes, Dizz

Jazz pianist and bandleader (1893–1962) best known for leading the Victor Recording Orchestra. Handsome vintage sepia matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Gol