George Formby (d.1961 English actor, singer-songwriter and comedian) - an original vintage G. Houghton & Sons made 'Melody Uke' banjolele signed to the skin by Formby in pencil. Along with a framed display featuring an autograph of Formby dated 1948 mounted beneath a vintage image. The banjolele appearing in good physical condition, recently restrung with new tuning pegs. Old split to the skin, not affecting the signature. With original case. Banjolele measures approx: 60cm long, framed autograph is 49cm x 34cm.
Sold for £150
Auction: AUTOGRAPHS & MEMORABILIA INC COMEDY, JAMES BOND & SPORT - TIMED - BRISTOL, ending 26th Feb, 2025
Our February Entertainment Memorabilia auction contains some truly spectacular items - Aardman Animations fans are spoilt for choice with several original pieces of artwork, we're in '00-heaven' with lots of James Bond autographs, there are props and scripts from Only Fools & Horses, a private collection of memorabilia from 'Allo 'Allo and even a banjolele signed by George Formby. Sporting memorabilia includes good vintage cricket autographs, boxing memorabilia and loads more!
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