American blues guitarist, songwriter and vocalist (1899–1977) who, after twenty years removed from the public eye, was rediscovered by blues historians Bob Koester and Samuel Charters in 1962; Estes himself explained that his nickname was born of his exhausting life as both musician and farmer. Vintage ballpoint signature of Sleepy John Estes, who signs with just his initial "J,” penned on an off-white 2.25 x 1.75 slip. Matted with an image of Sleepy John to an overall size of 9.5 x 11.75. In very good to fine condition, with a circular stain to the center.Format: Signature