[Goodman, Benny. (1909–1986)] Gottlieb, William. (1917–2006)
Original Photograph - Signed by Photographer
Original William Gottlieb black and white photograph of the great jazz clarinetist known as the "King of Swing," circa 1946-48; printed circa 1979. The photographer has signed his name and added a copyright symbol to the lower right. In fine condition. Sight: 10.75 x 13.25 inches (27.3 x 33.6 cm.); framed to 16.75 x 20.75 inches (42.5 x 52.7 cm.). Literature: The Golden Age of Jazz, Pomegranate Artbooks, 1995, p. 100."Gottlieb was not taking pictures; he was photographing music. Again and again, he catches the precise moment when the musician's face is suffused with effort and emotion and beauty: the music is there." - Whitney Balliett (19561)
Signed Photograph Jazz