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Lot #613
Earl 'Fatha' Hines

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Estimate: $300+
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Description

American jazz pianist and bandleader (1903-1983), who is considered one of the most influential figures in the development of jazz piano; his big band during the late 1920s consisted of legendary players like Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. Bandleader Count Basie once said that Hines was, 'the greatest piano player in the world.' Attractive vintage glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo of Hines playing his piano in a full-length pose, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue fountain pen, "Yours fingerly, To Willy From Earl 'Fatha' Hines.” Reverse bears a Regent House stamp. In fine condition. Learn more about this photo.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #519 - Ended January 10, 2018