PH11. An Iconic Dezo Hoffmann ‘Standing Collarless Suits’ Photograph Signed On The Back By The Beatles

Description

The Iconic Dezo Hoffmann ‘standing collarless suits’ pose is one of the most recognizable photographs ever taken of The Beatles… period! It’s the shot that was on the back cover of the “Meet The Beatles” album and the front and back of the U.S. “She Loves You” single — both available when The Beatles made their historic first U.S. visit in February of 1964.

All four have beautifully autographed in ballpoint pen the back of this Star Pics photograph featuring that very shot on the front, with John Lennon writing the sentiment “love from the Beatles” before his signatures and “XX” after signing. It is EXTREMELY rare and desirable to have John Lennon writing “love from the Beatles.” Paul McCartney has added “XXX” and Ringo Starr “XX” after their respective signatures. A previous owner had the name “Angela” professionally removed cleanly by a paper restoration expert.

The photograph measures 7 5/8″ x 6″ and it it is in good condition overall, with signs of ageing on both sides. The signatures date from the Fall of 1963 and they are all well spaced and layout nicely on the photo. Each is a great representative example from the period. Signed Beatles photographs in any form are now very hard to find anywhere. Dezo Hoffman photographs are infinitely rarer, and to have a signed Dezo in your collection is a major achievement that few can boast about.