Bechet, Sidney. (1897–1959)
Enormous Signed Original Portrait
Original bust portrait drawing, signed in brown ink by the innovative clarinetist and saxophonist regarded as one of the greatest wind players in the history of jazz. Accomplished in black and blue ink on heavy paper, signed lower right by the artist, Andre Remeliouty. Measuring an impressive 50 x 60 cm [20 x 24 inches], this is almost certainly the largest signed image of the musician in existence. A number of small tears and mostly minor areas of staining around the edges, overall in very good condition. Will be shipped rolled. (10755)Signed Photograph Jazz