Original 5.5" x 3.5" French handbill promoting a May 9, 1949 recital at Thetre de la Cite Universitaire in Paris, featuring legendary American folk and blues artist Huddie “Lead Belly” Ledbetter. Presented under the patronage of the Hot Club de France, the event highlights Lead Belly and his 12-string guitar performing a powerful set of spirituals, blues, work songs, ballads, and chronicles. Trumpeter William Dillard is also noted as a special guest. Printed in bold black text on tan stock, the flyer captures the esteem with which Lead Belly was held abroad and reflects his growing international legacy in the final year of his life. In fine condition, with expected age toning and light handling wear. A scarce piece of postwar music ephemera tied to one of the most influential voices in American roots music.