English violinist (1878–1912) best remembered as the courageous bandleader who, along with his seven other band members, played on as the Titanic sank. Very elegant Christmas card, 5.5 x 3, with foliate cut borders and a floral front highlighted with glitter and the printed word “Remembrance.” Inside bears pre-printed sentiments that read, “There’s gladness in remembrance” and “With all good wishes for a happy Christmas, From,” neatly signed below in black ink, “Wallace H. Hartley.” Card has been carefully separated at the fold and beautifully archivally mounted, double-cloth-matted, and framed with an image of Hartley to an overall size of 20.5 x 14.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original hardcover autograph album in which the card was affixed, which mainly contains poetry, artwork, and cartoons done by convalescing First World War soldiers. Hartley famously led his band to continue playing while the ship sank, with 'Nearer, My God, to Thee' generally recognized as the song. Many credit this valiant performance for maintaining the calm on the ship that allowed lifeboats to be filled and lowered in an orderly fashion. A choice specimen of this highly sought after Titanic autograph. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA.
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