Villa-Lobos, Hector. (1887 - 1959) Signed Photograph to José EchánizIntense Harcourt of Paris photograph of the Brazilian composer, signed and inscribed to the pianist Jos Echniz ("and his strong and admirable artistry"). In fine condition, one of the nicest examples we've seen. 7. 25 x 9. 5 inches [18 x 24 cm] Pianist Jos Echniz (1905 1969), a Cuban born child prodigy, studied at the Falcon Conservatory in Havana, where he was awarded the title professor of piano at age 14. During the 1920s, he appeared at Carnegie