Bobby Previte

Original color illustration by Marcellus Hall of American jazz, rock, and experimental drummer Bobby Previte. The New Yorker published this painting in its October 5, 1998 issue to highlight a retrospective performance by Previte and guest performers at the famed Knitting Factory performance venue in Lower Manhattan.

Ink and watercolor on 6.25” x 13.25” Strathmore 400 series drawing paper. Marcellus signed his initials in the lower right corner of the image. The reverse side contains the dates of creation and publication of the piece, as well as Marcellus’s signature stamp and return address. A protective tissue cover sheet is taped to the reverse side which folds over the front of the image. Some minor rippling from the watercolor paint application. Excellent condition.