LOUIS, JOE RHYTHM & BLUES SHOW ON SITE POSTER (1953)

On Sunday, July 26, 1953 at the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City former heavyweight champion Joe Louis appeared and headlined a rhythm and blues show. Others appearing included Ruth Brown, Buddy Johnson and Lester Young. Offered here is an exceptionally rare, on site poster for this event.
This is an original, heavy paper, on site poster which pictures Joe Louis, Ruth Brown, Buddy Johnson and Lester Young. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Mild toning, otherwise clean. Corners have small creases. No tack holes. One small tape repair on right edge. 10 3/4" x 16 3/4." Exceptionally rare, the only example we have seen.