1930-40s Band Leader Ben Bernie Advertising Plate with Photo by Maurice Seymour

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For sale is an original vintage advertising piece that promotes Ben Bernie, a famous American jazz violinist, bandleader, and radio personality who often was introduced as "The Old Maestro." He was noted for his showmanship and memorable bits of snappy dialogue. Made with the texture and shape of a paper plate, this item features a portrait of Bernie by legendary photographer Maurice Seymour. It measures 8 inches in diameter and is in very good condition, with scrapbook residue on the blank back. It probably dates to the 1930s or early '40s; Bernie died in1943, at the age of 52. Bernie is perhaps best remembered for the song "Sweet Georgia Brown," which he and his orchestra recorded in 1925. Bernie was the co-composer of this jazz standard, which became the theme song of the Harlem Globetrotters. Bernie and his orchestra were heard on November 15, 1926, via a remote broadcast from the Hotel Roosevelt in New York City, on the first NBC broadcast. His musical variety radio shows through the 1930s; he consistently received ratings that placed him among radio's top 10 programs. See my listings for other vintage items. I gladly combine shipping fees for multiple purchases when they can be packaged together, and I do ship internationally. Payment is expected in three days. Please e-mail me with any questions, and thanks for looking!
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