John Philip Sousa – visually arresting cabinet-sized photograph of a young, bemedalled Sousa in his military band uniform. Sousa boldly signed it vertically along the side in a thick black ink creating a visually appealing contrast against the sepia background. Professionally framed with outstanding taste, the piece is ready for immediate display and would stand out in any setting, and any collection.
Condition: Both the photo and frame are in excellent condition. The signed image, at sight, is approximately 4 x 5.5, the frame measures 10 x 11.75”.
Commonly known as the March King, Sousa composed more than 100 military marches, some of America’s most memorable songs including The Stars and Stripes Forever, and the Marine Corps ‘ march Semper Fidelis and Washington Post. He gained fame as the Director of the US Marine Band from 1880-1892 and then toured the world with his own Sousa Band.
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John Philip Sousa – visually arresting cabinet-sized photograph of a young, bemedalled Sousa in his military band uniform. Sousa boldly signed it vertically along the side in a thick black ink creating a visually appealing contrast against the sepia background. Professionally framed with outstanding taste, the piece is ready for immediate display and would stand out in any setting, and any collection.
Condition: Both the photo and frame are in excellent condition. The signed image, at sight, is approximately 4 x 5.5, the frame measures 10 x 11.75”.
Commonly known as the March King, Sousa composed more than 100 military marches, some of America’s most memorable songs including The Stars and Stripes Forever, and the Marine Corps ‘ march Semper Fidelis and Washington Post. He gained fame as the Director of the US Marine Band from 1880-1892 and then toured the world with his own Sousa Band.
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