1953 Cover Down Beat Van Johnson Johnny Green Composer - ORIGINAL MZ1

Please note that this is a cover only. This is an original 1953 color cover for Down Beat Magazine for August 12th. This cover features Van Johnson (television and movie actor) and Johnny Green, the American composer, musician, songwriter, and the creator of the famous "Body And Soul". CONDITIONThis 58+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Moderate aging throughout. Large crease - center. No natural defects. Some heavy surface rub. Please note that there is heavy rub, crease, and scuffing on this cover. Product Type: Original Cover; Color Grade: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 7.25 x 11 inches; 18 x 28 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Keywords specific to this image: yellow, gold, golden, mustard, Mull Duke, Kenton, jazz, Sammy Davis, pricing, publication, music, musical, song, performer, acti