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Lot #671
Duke Ellington and Band

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Description

Nine fountain pen signatures of Duke Ellington and his band on a custom-made 10 x 13 page upon which has been affixed two newspaper clippings and a 1944 newspaper advertisement. Signers are: Ellington, Sonny Greer, William (Cat) Anderson, Rosita Davis, Jimmy Hamilton, Albert Hibbler, Junior Naglin, Ray Nance, and Al Sears. Many of the musicians have added their respective instruments and a few are inscribed. In very good condition, with moderate toning and Ellington’s signature a little light due to irregular ink adhesion. Matted with a portrait of Ellington to an overall size of 23 x 18. An absolutely one-of-a-kind item! RRAuction COA.

Auction Info

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  • Dates: #365 - Ended January 13, 2011