Highly regarded American film composer who earned a staggering 45 Academy Award nominations and garnered nine wins. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Newman conducting, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Danny Franklin, Warm regards, Alfred Newman.” This image was used for his 1999 USPS Hollywood composer stamp. Accompanied by a secretarial letter of transmittal on letterhead from the film Airport and the original mailing envelope. In fine condition, with scattered light creases and impressions. RRAuction COA.