STOP! STOP! STOP! COME OVER AND LOVE ME SOME MORE Sheet Music Appraisal
Category: Musical Sheet Music
Description
This item is a piece of vintage sheet music titled "STOP! STOP! STOP! COME OVER AND LOVE ME SOME MORE". The cover features a prominent red border with an Art Nouveau-inspired design. Two stylized red roses are depicted flanking a central oval portrait of a young child identified as "BABY JUNE WALKER", beneath the text "SUCCESSFULLY SUNG BY". Below the central image, the words and music are attributed to "IRVING BERLIN**, writer of THAT MESMERIZING MENDELSSOHN TONE". The title itself is in large, bold red font. The background is a muted tan or cream color. The sheet music appears to be printed on paper which exhibits some signs of age, specifically minor wear and wrinkling along the edges and corners. There are also some light stains or discolorations visible on the cover. The overall condition suggests it has been handled and stored over time but remains relatively intact. Based on the style of illustration and the attribution to Irving Berlin, a prolific composer of the early 20th century, the item likely dates from the early 1900s, potentially the 1910s or 1920s. The craftsmanship is typical of published sheet music from this era, utilizing color printing for the cover design. There are no discernible manufacturer's marks or stamps on the cover in the visible area other than the composer and performer information.
Appraisal Report
Upon examining the image of the "STOP! STOP! STOP! COME OVER AND LOVE ME SOME MORE" sheet music, I assess the condition as Fair to Good, showing typical signs of age and use for a paper item of this vintage. There is visible edge wear, wrinkling, and some staining/discoloration, which are common with handling and storage over decades. The vibrant red color and Art Nouveau design elements on the cover are still largely intact, which is a plus. Authenticity appears likely based on the style of printing, attribution to Irving Berlin (a known composer of the era), and the depiction of a named performer, "BABY JUNE WALKER". The design is period-appropriate for early 20th-century sheet music. The market for vintage sheet music is stable, with value often driven by the composer, the performer, the visual appeal of the cover art, and rarity. Irving Berlin's work is generally desirable, and cover art featuring specific performers or notable artistic styles adds to the appeal. Rarity of this specific title with Baby June Walker as the featured performer would influence demand. Comparables for early Irving Berlin sheet music in similar condition often fall in the $10-$30 range, with some potentially higher depending on specific factors. Factors significantly impacting value are the condition (the wear and staining slightly decrease value), the desirability of the composer and performer, and the aesthetic appeal of the cover art. Without physical examination, I cannot definitively confirm the paper quality, smell, or any subtle printing details that could fully verify its age and authenticity. Provenance documentation linking this specific copy to a notable collection or the composer/performer would also significantly increase its value. Scientific testing of the paper and inks could provide definitive age and authenticity verification, which is not possible via image alone.
Appraisal Value
$15-35