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Auction: 284 - Bond, Share & Americana Mailbid & Internet Exclusive
Lot: 1009

Ethiopian Serenaders Sheet Music Incredible 1847 sheet music from the first major blackface minstrel show. Music for the song "Rosa Lee," published by William Hall & Son, NYC. With illustrated cover showing the five musicians, each with his facsimile signature beneath. Having played for President Tyler, the Ethiopian Serenaders were more subdued than many later rivals, as the cover shows. Edges worn, overall VG. Matted. Estimate US$ 40-50

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