Music cover collection 1830-1880

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Music cover collection 1830-1880

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These illustrated sheet music covers reflect varied aspects of American history, culture, and politics in the nineteenth century.

ca. 1,700 prints : chiefly lithographs, b&w and color, 36 x 28 cm. or smaller.

eng,

Library of Congress. Prints and Photographs Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6357940

Library of Congress. Prints and Photographs Division

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