American jazz tenor saxophonist (1904-1969), nicknamed 'Hawk' and occasionally 'Bean,' who was strongly associated with the swing music and big band era, and played a role in the development of bebop in the 1940s. Sought-after vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 Ava Studio postcard photo of the legendary sax player, signed and inscribed in black ink, "To Keith, Best wishes, Coleman Hawkins.” In fine condition. Encapsulated and graded by PSA/DNA as "NM-MT 8."
