Lady Africa, March song and chorus, sheet music.
New York: Howley, Haviland & Co., 1897. Ephemera. Sheet music with a striking color cover image of an African American woman with parasol, red and white dress with puff sleeves and hat decorated with feathers. Lyrics describe her as the "Queen of color'd high society" and uses stereotypical references and politically incorrect language. 10 1/8 x 14 1/8", 6pp, pages detached but complete, top and right edges slt ruffled. Cover art by Syd Davies. Otherwise very good condition. Item #28219
Price: $75.00