Thelonious Monk (1917-1972). Photo With Signature Card. Black and white photo with large signature card. Ink on paper. Excellent condition. Photo is 6” x 7”. Signature card is 5” x 3”. Frame is 10.5” w x 15.5”. Est. $1,000-2,000. Ship: $35. An Incredibly Rare Autograph of Theolonius Monk. Monk was suffering from mental illness and, other than a few special appearances during the mid-'70s, he lived the rest of his life in seclusion. He was not known for often signing autographs.