Lot 50
Gershwin, George -- Signature With Autograph Sentiment and Date (1898- 1937) American composer and pianist who, with his brother Ira, became the songwriting team synonymous with the sounds and style of the Jazz Age. His best-known works include the orchestral compositions Rhapsody in Blue (1924) and An American in Paris, the songs Swanee (1919) and Fascinating Rhythm (1924), the jazz standard I Got Rhythm (1930), and the opera Porgy and Bess (1935). Signature, autograph sentiment, "With admiration," and the date, "Sept. 24, 1931" on 3½ x 4¾" paper. Matted with a photo of George at the piano working on the Porgy and Bess score, framed to an overall size of 12½ x 16". Estimate Value $300 - UP
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