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Christmas Greeting Card signed by Composer William Walton (1902-1983)

Sir William Turner Walton, OM (1902-1983) was an English composer best known for his work on operas and for composing the coronation marches for King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II.

England: 1920s. A handsome Christmas greeting card signed by the English composer William Walton (1902-1983) for an unnamed friend or colleague. The inscription inside reads: "[From] William Walton. La Rosita. Dinard. Brittany. France." Most likely referencing a popular song from 1923, "La Rosita", and perhaps memorializing a night out with friends in France. Printed greeting inside with poetry by Frances Ridley Havergal. Outer cover is embossed and chromolithographed with an Art Nouveau-style jewel pendant design and a stylized illustration of two upper class ladies from the 19th century. Measures approx. 3.5" by 4.5". Printed greeting loose inside. Light purple ribbon secured to outside. Very good. A little toned. Ribbon worn.

Price: $22.00

Item #24011783