#5058 • Autograph of John Philip Sousa-Washington Post March

Part of Fine and Decorative Arts | Day 3 | September 29, 2022 at 10:00 AM (live auction by Alderfer Auction)

High bid $1,100.00

Status: Sold

Autograph of John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) American composer and conductor known for his marches. Autograph on real photographic postcard showing Sousa, nee-up standing in band uniform. Autograph reads "John Philip Sousa 1903" as well as a manuscript musical notation of a portion of the "Washington Post March" his famed march that he composed in 1889. Framed postcard measures 5" x 3.4" and is housed in frame measuring 11" x 9.5". Provenance: Sold by noted Philadelphia autograph dealer in 1994 as indicated by COA on reverse of frame.