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Gertrude Niesen Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles

GERTRUDE NIESEN
Born: July 08, 1911 in New York City, New York
Died: March 27, 1975 in Hollywood, California
Biography
Big band and cabaret singer Gertrude Niesen (1911-1975) performed pop standards by all the great songwriters of her era (1930s-1950s). She was the first to record "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" (1933). Her stage performances included the lead in the Broadway musical Follow the Girls (1944-1946)., and she appeared in several films (This is the Army, 1943). Two of her albums have recently been re-released: My Best Wishes (originally 1938) and I Wanna Get Married (from 1945).
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Theater Credits
Follow-the-Girls - Performer (April 8, 1944 - May 18, 1946), Ziegfeld-Follies-of-1936 - Performer (January 30, 1936 - May 9, 1936), Calling-All-Stars - Performer (December 13, 1934 - January 12, 1935)
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  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 22653
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 22653
    Photograph of Gertrude Niesen, signed with her clipped signature, "Gertrude Niesen", below the image. Niesen, a prominent big band and cabaret singer, is known for her performances in the 1930s-1950s, including the musical Follow the Girls.

    Price: $90.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH CIRCA 1938 CO-SIGNED BY: LEE - HFSID 46794
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH CIRCA 1938 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 46794
    Album leaf featuring signatures of Gertrude Niesen and Lee Tracy, both acquired in November 1938. Each signature includes an ink note stating the date. Niesen was a prominent big band and cabaret singer, while Tracy was an acclaimed actor.

    Price: $160.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED CO-SIGNED BY: FRANK LIBERMAN, PER - HFSID 22651
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 22651
    Autograph note signed by Gertrude Niesen reads, "You never looked lovelier - or sounded better," dedicated to chanteuse Hildegarde. Additional signatures from others appear on the verso, with a date of August 23 by an unknown hand.

    Price: $160.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 180429
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 180429
    Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Florence/Good luck/Gertrude Niesen". Gertrude Niesen, a big band and cabaret singer, is known for her performances in the 1930s-1950s, including her lead role in the Broadway musical Follow the Girls.

    Sale Price $225.00

    $280.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 266626
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 266626
    Photograph of Gertrude Niesen in a sequined gown, inscribed and signed: "To Gus -/Best wishes/Gertrude Niesen". Niesen, a big band and cabaret singer, performed pop standards and starred in the Broadway musical Follow the Girls.

    Price: $300.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1938 - HFSID 288852
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1938 - HFSID 288852
    Photograph of Gertrude Niesen in a fancy robe, inscribed in person to collector Saul Goodman with the text, "To Saul/Best wishes/Gertrude Niesen." Signed on February 9, 1938, this item reflects Niesen's career as a big band and cabaret singer.

    Price: $600.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 315541
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 315541
    Photograph of Gertrude Niesen, signed "Best wishes/Gertrude Niesen" in blue ink. Niesen, a notable big band and cabaret singer, is known for her performances in the 1930s-1950s, including the Broadway musical Follow the Girls.

    Sale Price $250.00

    $320.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 165422
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 165422
    Card signed by Gertrude Niesen, marked with "Gertrude Niesen" in ink, collected at a show featuring Myrus, the mentalist. Originating from the personal collection of Elsie Myrus, it reflects the era's entertainment scene and notable performances.

    Price: $180.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 31944
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 31944
    Typed letter signed "Scorchy Torchy" from Gertrude Niesen, discussing the contrasts of New York and Hollywood. Addressed to columnist Louis Sobol, it expresses affection and admiration for his work. Niesen was a noted singer and performer from the 1930s to 1950s.

    Sale Price $295.00

    $360.00

  • GERTRUDE NIESEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/08/1936 - HFSID 344107
    GERTRUDE NIESEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/08/1936 - HFSID 344107
    Typed letter signed by Gertrude Niesen in blue ink, dated October 8, 1936, addressed to Charles Mank. Niesen expresses gratitude for club news, shares her enjoyment of film work, and mentions sending a photograph. Original mailing envelope included.

    Price: $360.00

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