ART-006 — Herman Leonard — Images of Jazz B&W Poster Prints, 9-Piece Collection No. 2 (Davis, Monk, Parker)

A second estate collection of nine original black-and-white poster prints from the legendary Herman Leonard Images of Jazz series — the companion lot to our other Herman Leonard collection, both acquired from the same distinguished estate.

Together these two lots represent 18 prints total — 6 of each artist — making this an exceptional opportunity for serious collectors of American jazz photography.

The Collection — Three Artists, Three Prints Each:

• Miles Davis (3 prints) — New York, 1948
• Thelonious Monk (3 prints) — New York, 1948
• Charlie Parker (3 prints) — New York, 1949

Print Details:

• Dimensions: Approximately 23.5" × 16.5" each
• Medium: Black-and-white poster prints on paper
• Unframed

Provenance:

From the distinguished collection of Barbara Gillman (1937–2023), an influential American art gallerist. Estate fresh to the market.

Condition:

Good overall vintage condition. Typical handling wear and slight surface curling consistent with unmounted prints of this age.

• Photographer: Herman Leonard (1923–2010)
• Source: Hill Auction Gallery, Sunrise, FL
• Auction Date: August 13, 2025
• Lot Number: 173