Lot 644
Basie, Count. 1904-1984. Jazz pianist and
bandleader.
Inscribed Photograph Signed. Black & White, 6¼
x 9" photograph by staff photographer Kraig Scattarella. Charismatic head-and
shoulders profile of the Count of Bop in a pin-stripped suit, with Captain's
cap, gaily printed polyester shirt, and a rose pinned to his lapel. Inscribed
"Love from Count Basie" in deep blue ink. Very Fine. A warm and becoming
image.
Estimated Value $100-150.
From the Gerald Burg collection.