A Collection of American Illustrated Sheet Music

Updated August 25, 2026

This is a collection of antique American sheet music dating from approximately 1900 to 1920, covering the Ragtime and World War I eras. The items feature lithographic and illustrated covers in a variety of artistic styles. Visible titlesinclude Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin (photo 7), Over There by George M. Cohan (photo 6), Smiles (photo 3), I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles (photo 2), and the wartime piece We're Going to Hang the Kaiser Under the Linden Tree(photo 6). Other visible titles include The Three Flags with Red White and Blue (photo 6), Missouri Waltz (photo 7), and The Ghost of the Violin (photo 5). Printed publisher information on various covers includes Jerome H. Remick & Co.,Leo Feist Inc. New York, Waterson Berlin & Snyder Co., M. Witmark & Sons, and T. B. Harms Company. Several covers feature handwritten pencil notations including the names Margaret and Mary. The pieces are constructed of printed paper.This group of sheet music shows a lovely character consistent with its age. The covers generally retain their vibrant colors, though some overall toning and light foxing are visible (photo 1). There is typical edge fraying.

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