This is an original signed, limited edition black and white print of John Cougar Mellencamp and his father, taken by famed Chicago celebrity photographer Marc Hauser. Hauser photographed many celebrities and he shot the cover photo of Mellencamp's acclaimed 'Scarecrow' album. Hauser died in 2018. (Note: I can't tell what number print this is b/c I can't read the writing)
Dimensions
Frame is 20" x 24". Image size is 14.75" x 14.75".
Acquired From:
Dealer or Gallery
Hello Jean, Thank you very much for submitting your item for an appraisal. The presented object appears to be a hand-signed and numbered black and white print of John Cougar Mellencamp and his father, taken by Marc Hauser. It measures 14.75 x 14.75 in., is framed and appears to be in excellent condition based on the images provided. A few of Hauser's celebrity portraits have been listed at auction in recent years, including: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/67910706_marc-lee-hauser-copland https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/137385333_an-original-marc-hauser-signed-autograph-photo-print-of-michael-jordan Based on these results, I would estimate the current fair market value of this print to be between $100 and 200 USD, though retail and asking prices may vary. Please let me know if you have any questions in the comments section below. Thank you again and have a wonderful day! Kind regards, Anne
