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May Vernacular Photo History Auction

Wed, May 6, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-06 11:00:00 2026-05-06 11:00:00 America/New_York Michael Lehr Michael Lehr : May Vernacular Photo History Auction https://auction.michaellehrantiques.com/auctions/michael-lehr-antiques/may-vernacular-photo-history-auction-22757
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Lot 436

Postcard format ‘King Reston’ Vibraphone Stage Performer

Estimate: $50 - $100
Starting Bid
$25

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Real photo postcard format promotional photograph depicting a stage musician identified by inscription as “King Reston.” The performer stands behind a vibraphone or similar percussion instrument arranged on a wheeled frame. A bass drum beside him features a scenic painted design, and the inscription reads “Your little friend King Reston.”


Images of entertainers posed with their instruments were commonly produced for theatrical promotion and sale to audiences following performances. The staged studio setting and dramatic lighting emphasize the performer and his instrument.


The front bears the printed text: Inscription reading “Your little friend King Reston.”.

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