The only photograph ever taken of the noted Blues artist, " Blind Bilberry" Bronte.

In this evocative study, " Blind Bilberry is seen reaching into the cupboard for his wellingtons, prior to going up onto the moor to rehearse the tunes of the day with his band.

(At the time, these impromptu sessions were highly popular, and scores of people would gather to watch Bilberry "Jam" .)

 

 

Bluesman shades typical of the period worn by those meeting 'down at the Crossroads'.