[AFRICAN AMERICANA - MUSIC]. HANDY, W.C. (1873-1958). A group of 3 items, including photograph and sheet music signed by W.C. Handy.

Vintage, silver gelatin photograph of W.C. Handy, 10 x 8 in., signed and inscribed to James Wiggins, "W.C. Handy, 1-3-1950." Accompanied by Letter of Authenticity issued by Todd Mueller Autographs. -- HANDY, W.C., music, and ROBINSON, J. Russel, words. The Memphis Blues (or Mr. Crump). New York: Handy Brothers Music Co., Inc., 1940. Page 3 signed by W.C. Handy and J. Russell Robinson, with personalized inscription that also appears to be in Robinson's hand, "To our friend Harold Arlen, With Season's Greetings, December 1940." -- HANDY, W.C., words and music. Saint Louis Blues. New York: Handy Brothers Music Co., Inc., 1914. -- Together, 3 items.

William Christopher Handy (1873-1958), widely known as the "Father of the Blues," was an American blues composer and musician, producing many classics such as "St. Louis Blues" and "Beale Street Blues."

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Photograph: some wear to ink signature.

Sheet music: light handling wear, else very good.

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[AFRICAN AMERICANA - MUSIC]. HANDY, W.C. (1873-1958). A group of 3 items, including photograph and sheet music signed by W.C. Handy.

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