Autographs from people credited in 1953 The Ford 50th Anniversary Show
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 46710Album leaf signed in bold blue ink by "Marian Anderson." Anderson, a renowned contralto, faced racial barriers in her career, notably in 1939 at Constitution Hall, leading to a historic concert at the Lincoln Memorial arranged by Eleanor Roosevelt.Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPH 1938 - HFSID 165531Album leaf signed by Marian Anderson, featuring the inscription "Marian Anderson/1938". Anderson, a prominent contralto, faced racial barriers in her career and gained recognition through her historic 1939 Lincoln Memorial concert.
Price: $200.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 2/15 - HFSID 24615Autograph letter signed: "Marian Anderson," written on February 15, thanking recipients for flowers and expressing joy about their enjoyment of her concert. Anderson, a renowned contralto, highlights her significant contributions to music history in the letter.
Price: $360.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 169208Photograph of Marian Anderson, inscribed and signed: "To/Wes Baleria/with/kind regards/from/Marian Anderson." Anderson, a renowned contralto, is noted for her impact on music and civil rights. She debuted with the Metropolitan Opera in 1955.
Price: $400.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 18982Photograph of Marian Anderson performing on stage, signed "Marian Anderson". Anderson, a prominent contralto, had a significant career beginning in 1924, notably singing at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939 after being denied a venue due to racial discrimination.
Price: $440.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 11/11/1940 - HFSID 145356Vintage sepia photograph of Marian Anderson signed with the inscription, "Marian Anderson/11-11-40". Signed during a concert tour, Anderson was a renowned contralto and the first Black performer to debut with New York's Metropolitan Opera.
Price: $950.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - ENVELOPE SIGNED - HFSID 174634Envelope autographed by Marian Anderson, postmarked September 2, 1966, from Danbury, Connecticut, and addressed to Dr. R. Edward Bellamy in Bakersfield, California. A 5-cent American Music stamp is affixed. Anderson was a prominent contralto and historical figure.
Price: $180.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPH SIGNED - HFSID 172020Program photograph signed by Marian Anderson, displaying her name in Marian Anderson. Known for her operas and spirituals, Anderson's career began in 1924. Signature is light but legible, noted as being affixed to hardstock.
Price: $400.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - MAGAZINE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 178106Magazine signed by Marian Anderson and Franz Rupp, showcasing Anderson's color photograph and Rupp's biography with his black and white photograph. Signed on separate pages, this promotional magazine for artists is presented by S. Hurok.
Price: $400.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - PROGRAM SIGNED CIRCA 1956 - HFSID 144902Program signed by Marian Anderson, titled "Marian Anderson", commemorating her concert on March 17, 1956, at Purdue Hall of Music. Anderson, a notable contralto, is recognized for her significant contributions to music and civil rights.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/03/1955 - HFSID 172173Letter signed by Marian Anderson expresses appreciation for a concert in Cleveland, dated February 3, 1955. It acknowledges the recipient's kind words and interest. Anderson, a renowned contralto, is noted for her historical performance at the Lincoln Memorial.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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MARIAN ANDERSON - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/03/1963 - HFSID 269079Letter signed by Marian Anderson expresses gratitude and mentions an autographed magazine cover from the December 30, 1946, issue of Time. The letter is dated February 3, 1963, and addressed to William Marc McCrary, acknowledging his letter.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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GUS ARNHEIM - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 177766Photograph featuring Gus Arnheim in a tuxedo, inscribed and signed in green ink: "To Chas. Silvia/Sincerely/Gus Arnheim." The image is a bust view taken by Maurice Seymour, highlighting Arnheim's influential musical career during the 1920s and 1930s.
Price: $160.00
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GUS ARNHEIM - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 27117Photograph inscribed and signed by Gus Arnheim with the message "To Ed/Sincerely/Gus Arnheim." Arnheim, a prominent bandleader of the 1920s and 1930s, led a popular West Coast orchestra based at the Cocoanut Grove in Los Angeles.
Price: $160.00
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GUS ARNHEIM - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 203752Photograph signed by Gus Arnheim, reading "Sincerely/Gus Arnheim." Arnheim led a popular West Coast orchestra from 1927 to the 1930s and appeared in 11 feature films. The item includes a pencil note on the verso by an unknown hand.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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GUS ARNHEIM - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 203757Photograph of Gus Arnheim, signed with the inscription "Sincerely/Gus Arnheim." Arnheim, a prominent West Coast bandleader from the 1920s to 1930s, is known for his contributions to music and film, including works with Bing Crosby.
Price: $160.00
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GUS ARNHEIM - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 223602Photograph signed by Gus Arnheim, stating "Sincerely/Gus Arnheim." Arnheim led a popular West Coast orchestra during the 1920s and 1930s, with notable alumni including Bing Crosby and Stan Kenton. The item shows slight toning and creasing.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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IRVING BERLIN - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 1309Signature of Irving Berlin appears early and clear, measuring 3 ¼ x 2. Berlin, a pivotal figure in American music, wrote over 900 songs, including "God Bless America". Item shows slight soiling and a paper clip impression.
Price: $700.00
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IRVING BERLIN - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 159436Signatures of composer Irving Berlin and dancer Cyd Charisse are featured on a card, with "Irving Berlin" signed on the front and "Cyd/Charisse" on the verso. Both artists are renowned figures in American music and dance.
Price: $300.00
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IRVING BERLIN - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 171536Autograph sentiment of composer Irving Berlin, signed "Respectfully/Irving Berlin" on a clipped piece of paper from a letter. Berlin, known for over 900 songs, significantly contributed to American music, including the classic "God Bless America."
Price: $260.00
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IRVING BERLIN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 1978 - HFSID 202283Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Craig/All good wishes/from/Irving Berlin/1978". Signed by Irving Berlin, who composed over 900 songs, including classics like "White Christmas" and "There's No Business Like Show Business".
Sale Price $725.00
$850.00
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IRVING BERLIN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/15/1944 - HFSID 252596Document signed by Irving Berlin, dated November 15, 1944, addressing Paramount Pictures regarding credit for Mark Sandrich on the film Blue Skies. Berlin's ink signature appears at the top of the page, discussing credits related to the film's production.
Price: $800.00
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IRVING BERLIN - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 167723First Day Cover signed: "Irving Berlin", honoring the 50th anniversary of ASCAP with a 5-cent American Music stamp postmarked New York, October 15, 1964. Typed address included, commemorating the influential American songwriter Irving Berlin.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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IRVING BERLIN - INSCRIBED BOOK SIGNED 1938 - HFSID 9281Book of lyrics inscribed and signed by Irving Berlin, stating "For Harry Ruby-/with affection/from/Irving". Titled Songs From/Irving Berlin's/'Alexander's Ragtime Band'/1938, it features songs spanning 1915-1938 and was privately printed for friends.
Price: $1,250.00
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IRVING BERLIN - INSCRIBED MAGAZINE PHOTO SIGNED - HFSID 54510Magazine photograph of Irving Berlin, inscribed and signed, “To Clyde all good wishes/Irving Berlin.” Berlin appeared as himself in the 1943 film This Is the Army, which raised funds for Army Emergency Relief.
Price: $1,100.00
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IRVING BERLIN - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE - HFSID 159350Album leaf inscribed with the signature of composer Irving Berlin reads, "To Pat/all good wishes/from/Irving Berlin". Berlin, a pivotal figure in American music, authored over 900 songs, including "God Bless America" and many musical scores.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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IRVING BERLIN - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 101245Album leaf inscribed by Irving Berlin with "To Richard/Irving Berlin" and by William LeMassena with "To Richard/With best luck/Bill LeMassena". An ink caption notes the date and location as "Inside U.S.O. 4-24-48".
Price: $300.00
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IRVING BERLIN - MATCH BOOK SIGNED - HFSID 152149Match book signed by composer Irving Berlin. Berlin, a significant figure in American music, wrote over 900 songs, including "God Bless America" and "White Christmas". The match book includes ink notes on the verso.
Price: $225.00
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IRVING BERLIN - PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED - HFSID 152150Photograph mount signed: "Irving Berlin". This black and white magazine photograph showcases Irving Berlin, an influential American music composer known for songs like "God Bless America" and "White Christmas".
Price: $380.00
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IRVING BERLIN - PROGRAM SIGNED - HFSID 254189Program signed by Irving Berlin, reading "I Berlin," related to his show This Is the Army. Signed in the upper right margin, Berlin performed in the production, singing "Oh, How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning." Accompanied by three unsigned candid photographs.
Price: $600.00
