RR Auction: Marvels of Modern Music

American blues pianist (1906–1995). Glossy 8 x 10 Airway Records publicity photo of Slim at his keyboard, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “From

Jazz violinist (1909–1967) who is considered one of jazz music's preeminent violinists of the swing era. Uncommon vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 ph...

Jazz violinist (1904–1962) known for playing in multiple jazz orchestras and big bands, and for recording with legends like Django Reinhardt and Steph

Jazz banjoist and guitarist (1890–1966) who played in Louis Armstrong’s bands. Vintage glossy 8 x 9.5 photo of St. Cyr playing his guitar, signed and

Innovative jazz bass player (1914–1987). Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Stewart bowing his bass, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To J

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter-length photo of Duke Ellington’s preferred cornetist playing his horn, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To J

American blues musician, also known as ‘The Honeydripper’ (1906–1983). Uncommon 10.75 x 10 program photo of Roosevelt and Janice Sykes together, signe

Electric blues guitarist and singer (1923–1985). Uncommon 10.75 x 10 program photo of Taylor playing a hollow-body electric guitar, signed against his

Chicago blues guitarist and singer (1912–1975). Uncommon 10.75 x 10 head-and-shoulders program photo of Taylor wearing a hat, vertically signed in bla

Glossy 10 x 8 Arhoolie Records publicity photo of Thornton in a recording studio, signed in black felt tip, “Best Wishes, Love Big Mama Thornton.” In