Object Details
Printer
American Packaging Corporation
Depicts
Josh White, American, 1908 - 1969
Description
The Postal Service issued four 32-cent Folk Musicians commemorative stamps on June 26, 1998, in Washington, DC.
The stamps salute the memorable talents of Huddie "Leadbelly" Ledbetter, who sang the sentimental song, "Goodnight Irene"; Woody Guthrie, famous for "This Land is Your Land"; Sonny Terry, known for his rendition of the "Fox Chase," a traditional pre-blues piece; and exceptional guitarist Josh White, whose haunting lament, "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out" reflected the varied influences in his life. These four artists composed, played, and sang songs that reflect the heart and soul of America.
Designed by Howard Paine of Delaplane, Virginia, and illustrated by Bernie Fuchs of Westport, Connecticut, the stamps were printed by Sennett Security Products in the gravure process and issued in water-activated panes of twenty.
Reference:
Postal Bulletin (June 4, 1998).
AMERICAN MUSIC SERIES
Folk Singers
Josh White
32-cent mint single
Issued June 26, 1998
Credit line
Copyright United States Postal Service. All rights reserved.
Date
June 26, 1998
Object number
2000.2021.122
Type
Postage Stamps
Medium
paper; ink (multicolor); self-adhesive
Dimensions
3 x 4 cm (1 3/16 x 1 9/16 in.)
Place
United States of America
See more items in
National Postal Museum Collection
Data Source
National Postal Museum
Topic
Contemporary (1990-present)
Music & Musicians
Black Heritage
U.S. Stamps
Link to Original Record
Record ID
npm_2000.2021.122