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Item: Antique 19th Century American Sheet Music.Title: Washington Gray Cavalry March.Composer: Richard Cornwell.Dedication: To Major Edward H. Kent (Washington Gray Troop of Cavalry, 3rd Brigade, N.G.S.N.Y.).Publisher: C.H. Ditson and Co., 711 Broadway, New York.Copyright Date: Entered according to Act of Congress AD 1870 by O. Ditson.Cover Artist: Engraved portrait signature appears to be prominent 19th-century lithographer J.E. Baker.
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Rare, historically significant piece of post-Civil War American military sheet music from 1870. This piece was specifically composed by Richard Cornwell and dedicated to Major Edward H. Kent of the famous Washington Gray Troop of Cavalry, which was part of the National Guard State of New York. The cover features a beautifully detailed, engraved stone-lithograph portrait of a military officer in full uniform, bearing the signature of the renowned era artist Baker (Joseph E. Baker). Published by the legendary C.H. Ditson and Co. during their historic residency at 711 Broadway. This is a brilliant cross-collector piece perfect for military historians, New York City history buffs, and antique paper or ephemera enthusiasts alike.
Overall Grade: Very Good (VG).Status: Disbound cleanly from a bound 1870s parlor album. Spine and Edges: The binding edge is clean with minimal fraying, completely clear of the cover artwork and musical notation. Pages: Complete and intact. The paper retains good structural integrity with only minor, age-appropriate toning or foxing consistent with a 150+ year-old document. There are no major tears, heavy stains, or interior markings.
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