Jazz musician (1903–1978) who pioneered the use of violin in jazz during the 1920s. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Venuti bowing his violin, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Ralph, Best wishes, Joe Venuti.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and impressions, a mild uniform shade of toning, a tear to the bottom edge, and a lightly trimmed top edge. RRAuction COA.
