This softcover book features a substantial rectangular silhouette and a matte paper texture, offering a reverent aesthetic for curated library displays.
A glamorous artifact of the late 1930s, this 1939 Warner Bros. Song Folio captures the intersection of the silver screen and the American songbook. Published by the Remick Music Corporation, the second edition is a visual triumph, defined by its high-energy orange cover and a series of circular star portraits that evoke the theatrical posters of the era. This folio provides a sophisticated, academic presence that serves as a cornerstone for any collection of "dark academia" media or classic Hollywood memorabilia.
The volume carries an authentic patina of history, with a texture that speaks to its life as a functional piece of musical history. Containing 25 selected hits with arrangements for various instruments, it includes rare "autographed" promotional photos of contemporary film icons, making it as much a photographic archive as a musical one. Whether utilized as a primary source for the study of pre-war pop culture or styled as a textural anchor on a vintage music stand, this folio is a resilient and dignified testament to the enduring influence of the Warner Brothers studio.
This item is vintage, over 85 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.
Origin: USA (New York)
Era: 1930s
Material: Heavy Paper
Dimensions: 12" H x 9" W
Condition: Good
Special Feature: Includes Hollywood star portraits
Note: Remick Music Corp G-14