Superb vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of a young Davis holding his trumpet by James J. Kriegsmann, signed and inscribed in blue fountain pen, "Johnny, Thank you, Miles Davis.” In fine condition, with smudging to the handwriting. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Davis tying his shoelaces. A magnificent early signed photo of the jazz virtuoso—signed images of Davis at the start of his legendary career are seldom offered and highly desirable. Learn more about this photo.
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