6-7/8x9-3/8” vintage glossy bw photo shows noted composer and “Father Of The Blues” W.C. Handy. Noted for such compositions as “Memphis Blues,” “Beale Street Blues” and “St. Louis Blues.” Handy has signed in blue ink adding date “1-8-1952.” Nice photo of one of the most important figures in the history of the blues. Lt. corner tip/edge wear with .5” and .75” crease in lower right corner. VF with Exc. signature area. 8x9-7/8” vintage bw composite photo showing just Waters’ face and signed in blue ink “Peace Be With You Always. Sincerely Ethel Waters.” Waters, (1896-1977) was a blues and jazz vocalist/actress. She is also noted as being the second African-American ever nominated for an Academy Award. (In the Best Supporting Actress category for her role in the film "Pinky"). Photo has some handling wear at corners but if matted and framed, would display Exc. Comes with Hake’s COA.