Signature / Unsigned Photograph Bowie, David (1947-2016) Autographs,Music

The acclaimed and influential English singer, songwriter and musician entered pop stardom in the 1970s with the androgynous Ziggy Stardust character and remained at the top for decades, innovating and experimenting along the way. Bold signature (his usual stylized "Bo") and "'80" in blue fineline on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, which he dates "Aug 14 1980" at upper right. Near fine. Bowie took on the role of Joseph Merrick in a production of "The Elephant Man" that debuted in July 1980, then went on to Chicago's Blackstone Theatre from August 5-31, which is when this example was signed. His performance earned a thumbs up from critics. Accompanied by original transmittal envelope as well as an unsigned 1984 head-and-shoulders publicity portrait (captioned "David Bowie -- 'AVA' nomination for Best Performance by a Male" along bottom). Fine. A superb example from the height of his early fame.