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Lot #1000
Bud Powell

The most influential pianist in jazz between 1945 and 1960.

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The most influential pianist in jazz between 1945 and 1960.

'Powell will be recognized as one of the most formidable creators of piano music in any time or idiom," according to noted jazz writer and critic Gary Giddens. His career was severely hampered by recurrent mental instability. Ink signature and inscription, 'Best Wishes To Darita Bingham From Bud Powell,' on a cream deckle edge 6 x 3 card. In fine condition, with a tiny smudge to one letter of the signature. RRAuction COA.

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