Signed photograph of the innovative clarinetist and saxophonist regarded as one of the greatest wind players in the history of jazz, who has inscribed "To Mr. Charles Vaughan / from Sid Bechet / Mar-5-39" in pen to the lower margin.  Signed photographs of Bechet are uncommon, especially at this size.  Moderate silvering which is barely visible under natural light, creasing and handling marks to edges and corners, overall in fine condition.  11 x 14 inches (27.9 x 35.6 cm.).