Collection of Ricky Nelson Performance Photographs

This is a collection of several black-and-white gelatin silver or lithographic print photographs featuring the American rock and roll musician Ricky Nelson. The primary focal point is a set of three large prints: a wide shot showing Nelson and his band performing under a 'RICKY NELSON' banner, and two vertical portraits showing him at a microphone with an acoustic guitar. The photos appear to be standard professional 8x10 or 11x14 press/publicity prints. The lighting is characteristic of mid-century stage photography, with high contrast and dark backgrounds emphasizing the performer. The prints are on medium-weight paper stock with white borders. Several photos show minor edge wear, slight curling, and small pinholes or staple marks near the bottom edges, suggesting they were once displayed. One background photo shows a large theater interior, likely the venue of the performance. The attire and equipment used by the musicians suggest these dates are from the late 1950s or early 1960s, a peak era for Nelson's career. No specific signatures or photographer stamps are clearly visible from this angle, but the resolution of the performance shots indicates high-quality professional equipment. The condition is generally good for vintage ephemeral items, with no major tears or staining visible, though a light patina of age is present on the paper borders.