Chet Baker and Lili, Hollywood, 1955

Fantastic image of jazz legend Chet Baker and Lili taken after a gig in Hollywood, California in 1955.

Baker (1929-1988) was an American jazz trumpeter and vocalist, known for his major innovations in cool jazz that led him to be nicknamed the “Prince of Cool”. His well-publicized drug habit also drove his notoriety and fame and he began using heroin just before this photograph was taken. At times, he pawned his instruments for money to maintain his drug habit.

This is a genuine vintage photogravure, printed in Japan in 1987. Archivally mounted on 100% acid-free 11"x14" board, with artist name and signature on label verso and matted in a 16"x20" black frame.