RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

Pianist, radio personality and author, perhaps best remembered for his autobiography, Memoirs of an Amnesiac. Signed book: A Smattering of Ignorance.

Two hardcover editions of Home: A Memoir of My Early Years, each signed on the second free end page in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Four personal checks, ranging in size from 6 x 2.75 up to 8.25 x 3, dating from 1966–1988. Three filled out and signed by the celebrity: Alex Haley, C

Three business checks from Lake Pillsbury Properties, all 8.5 x 3.5, all dated from June of 1967 or 1970, and all filled out in type and signed by Hal

Two TLSs and a typescript, with one letter signed “Alistair,” the other signed in full, both from 1943. One letter reads, in part: “From victory girls

Eight one-page TLSs from Duryea to a young admirer, dating from 1958 to 1963, all on Duryea’s personal letterhead. One reads, in part; “I’m glad you l

Two items: vintage glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros. promotional photo for A Majority of One, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Rolf—Alec Guinness”;

Two items: glossy 8 x 10 photo of Olivier sitting on the arm of a chair, signed and inscribed in purple felt tip, “For Chuck, All good wishes, Laurenc

Two items: glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in black felt tip, “James Stewart”; and an 8.25 x 10.5 Volpe print of Stewart for The Philadelphia Story, signe

Collection of 21 letters, consisting of 10 ALSs, nine TLSs, and two greeting cards, each written to Archerd from a celebrity. ALSs are from Richard Ch

Famed dance instructors. Four letters consisting of three TLSs signed “Kathryn,” and one ALS from Arthur, including: an ALS, signed “Arthur,” one page

One-page heavy stock menu for “Sid Grauman presents ‘Menu–Eatte,’” held at the Alexandra Hotel on June 28, 1921, 4.25 x 8.5, signed in fountain pen by

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Henreid in a jacket and tie, signed in black felt tip; and an ANS, written on the back of a letter to Henrei

English actress (1870–1955) and suffragist whose career on stage and in film spanned six decades. She starred in James Whale’s 1932 film The Old Dark

Color limited edition 24 x 30 print featuring a great collage of Tarzan scenes, numbered #758/1500, signed in black felt tip. In very good condition,

Program from the 1972–1973 Television Academy Awards, 8.5 x 11, 24 pages. Signed on the front and back cover in blue felt tip by 22 attendees includin

Program from the world premiere of Lost Horizon, 8.5 x 11, signed inside in blue felt tip by Liv Ullman, George Kennedy, Sally Kellerman, Olivia Husse

Program from the Salute to A Cockeyed Optimist: Oscar Hammerstein II, held on April 4, 1971, at the University of Southern California, 6 x 9, two page

Transgendered actress who appeared in the Andy Warhol movies Trash and Women in Revolt. She is also referred to in Lou Reed’s classic ‘Walk on the Wil

Felt tip in-person signature, “James Stewart,” on an off-white 6 x 4 card; and a vintage ballpoint in-person signature and inscription, “To Doreen, Do

In-person ink and felt tip signatures of Fred MacMurray, William Demarest, Tim Considine, Stanley Livingston, and Barry Livingston on individual off-w

Four glossy photos, three 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, each signed in black felt tip by the respective actress pictured. Signers are: June Allyson, Gale Son

Ten glossy 8 x 10 photos, each signed in felt tip or ink by the respective actress pictured. Signers are: Piper Laurie, Viveca Lindfors, Lenore Aubert

Two color 8 x 10 photos, one portrait and one of Baryshnikov performing, both signed in-person in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Four glossy and satin-finish 8 x 10 photos, three color, each signed in felt tip by the respective actor or actress pictured. Signers are: Adam West,

Two different glossy 8 x 10 photos of Cardinale in circus-type attire, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with dings to a single vertica

Two glossy 8 x 10 photos of Duff, each signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered surface marks, creases, and impressions.

Collection of 14 signed photos of entertainers (primarily musicians and dancers), all approximately 8 x 10, signed and inscribed by Larry Adler, Franc

Three different glossy 8 x 10 photos, each signed in either blue or black felt tip. In fine condition.

Three glossy 8 x 10 photos: one of Butterfly McQueen signed in black felt tip; one of Melanie and Ashley, signed in black felt tip by Olivia de Havill

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of de Havilland from the film, signed in blue felt tip, “Olivia de Havilland, Melanie”; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cammie

Three photos: Glossy 10 x 8 photo from The Mummy’s Tomb, signed in black felt tip by Elyse Knox; glossy 8 x 10 photo from The Mummy, signed in black f

Two different satin-finish photos of Jackson in a dark suit, one 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Two glossy 8 x 10 photos of Mitchum in western attire, one color, each signed in black felt tip by Mitchum, adding “Greetings from El Dorado,” to one

Three glossy signed photos: two 8 x 10 and one 10 x 8, all signed in felt tip by Reynolds. In fine condition.

Three different satin-finish 8 x 10 photos from throughout Rush’s career, including one color, each signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Barbara Ru

Four photos: three glossy 8 x 10 photos, signed in blue or black felt tip by Gordon Scott, Maureen O’Sullivan, and Bruce Bennett respectively, with Be

Four glossy 8 x 10 photos, one color, each signed in felt tip by the respective actor pictured. Signers are: Gordon Scott (3) and Johnny Sheffield. In

Two glossy 8 x 10 photos of Turner in different poses, one signed in black felt tip, the other signed and inscribed to Dennis in red felt tip. In fine

Three glossy 8 x 10 photos, two color, each signed and inscribed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Original and very detailed signed felt tip self-portrait profile on an off-white 4.5 x 6.25 card. In very fine condition.

Five original pencil sketches, all done in an admirer’s hand, ranging in size from 7.25 x 9 up to 8.75 x 11.75, each signed in felt tip by the respect

Souvenir printed lyrics to the ‘Theme from Superman,’ on a white 8.5 x 11 sheet. Signed in black felt tip by Noel Neill and in black black ballpoint b

Glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of the actress wrapped in leopard skin, signed and inscribed in red ink, “to Heath, Happiness, Acquanetta.” Also signe

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Ameche in a white jacket and bow tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jack, Don Ameche.” In very good conditio

American actress (1907–1947) whose popularity grew with the advent of talking pictures, however, in the early 1940s, her popularity diminished and she

Glossy 8 x 10 photo with promotional caption affixed to bottom for Andrews in Curse of the Demon, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Fred Bomar, Wi

Glossy 9.5 x 7.5 photo of Ankers and Lon Chaney, Jr., in a scene from The Wolfman, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Al—God bless & Alo...

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Arkin in character in a straw hat, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Arness peering out from under his cowboy hat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Hi Chuck—Best wishes, Jim Arn

Austrian actor (1907-2005) best remembered for playing General Burkhalter on the sitcom Hogan’s Heroes. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Askin as the Bishop in

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the classic pair on the dance floor, signed in blue felt tip by Rogers and black felt tip by Astaire. In fine condition, with s

Glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo of Astaire smiling pleasantly, signed in red ink. In fine condition, with a couple trivial corner tip dings.

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Astaire relaxing in a parlor chair, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jeanne, Best wishes—Fred Astaire.” I

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Astaire dressed in a top hat and tails in the middle of a dance number, signed in black ink. In fine condition, with a few ligh

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Astor in a fancy dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Roy Carlson, Cordially, Mary Astor.”

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Fred—Best wishes of Mary Astor 1929.” In fine condition, with a crease to

Actress (1918-1993) remembered for her appearances in Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein and Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff. Di

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends and surface marks.

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in purple felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and surface marks.

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bacall arm-in-arm with a gun-wielding Humphrey Bogart against a sunset, signed in black felt tip by Bacall. In fine condi

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Bacall lounging by the pool, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “For Richard, Best, Lauren Bacall.” In fine condi

Wonderful vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Bainter playing backgammon, signed in fountain pen “Sincerely, Fay Bainter.” Scattered light creasing an

Glossy 8 x 10 photo from The Miracle Worker, signed in light blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and surface marks.

Sultry satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Bardot, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with PSA label affixed to bottom right. Accompanied by a cert

Pretty color glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Bardot twirling in a floral print dress, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few trivial edge and

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bardot in a tunic, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered marks and impressions and a PSA/DNA label affixe

American character actress (1888-1954) who frequently portrayed a grande dame in her many films. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in

Glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox publicity photo, signed in black felt tip. Light overall vertical crazing to finish, a couple corner and edge creases,

Glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox publicity photo, signed in black felt tip. Some rippling to emulsion, scattered surface marks and impressions, tack hol

Animal trainer and circus impresario (1903–1965) who appeared in several big-game-themed films in the 1930s-1950s. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Universal pro

Child actor (1929-1968) known for his starring roles in Our Gang and Rocky Jones, Space Ranger. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Beckett as a young

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Belmondo wearing a straw hat and smoking a cigar, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “A Richard Cancilla, avec toute ma sym

Glossy 7.5 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip. Scattered creases, one lightly affecting signature, and some scatt

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Benny in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Jack Durkin, all good wishes, Jack Benny.” In v

Actor (1921–1978) who portrayed the role of Dr. Alex Stone (Donna Reed's TV husband) on The Donna Reed Show from 1958 to 1966. Vintage glossy 7...

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Bey and Lon Chaney, Jr. from 1942’s The Mummy’s Tomb, signed in black felt tip by Bey. In fine condition.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Blondell in a low cut cocktail dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Willis, Wishing you all that’s good, Jo

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 Universal publicity photo from Between Us Girls, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Charles from John Boles,” with a promotion

Glossy 10.5 x 8 photo of Boone as ‘Ward’ in The Kremlin Letter, signed and inscribed in-person in black ink “To Pierre, from Richard Boone.” Light cor

Satin-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Borgnine as Quinton McHale, signed in-person in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Borgnine in Columbia’s Man On A String, signed in-person in black felt tip. In fine condition, with trivial corner creases, mi

Glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Burr from early in his career, signed in black ink, “Best wishes, Raymond Burr.” Dings to left edge,

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo of Cabot in chiffon and diamonds, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Anna Marie, A cha

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip. Scattered creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

American comic actor (1918–1975) best known for his role as Sergeant Garcia on the 1950s TV series Zorro. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and insc

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of a suited Capra, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Fred Bomar, with pleasure, Frank Capra.” In fine

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Cardinale dressed as a show girl posing with a carousel horse, signed vertically in blue felt tip. In fine condition, wit

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 deckle-edge French postcard photo, signed in aqua blue fountain pen. In fine condition.

Dramatic glossy 8 x 10 photo from The Story of Three Loves, signed in-person in red ballpoint by Caron and fountain pen by Granger. In fine condition,

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink in French. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks to

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Chamberlain in Twilight of Honor, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen “To Peter, Best wishes, Richard Chamberlain.”

Candid glossy 8 x 10 photo of Clark celebrating the 10th anniversary of ABC’s American Bandstand, signed in black felt tip. A light central vertical c

Glossy 10 x 8 Warner Brothers publicity photo for The Last of Sheila, signed in-person in black fountain pen. In fine condition, with scattered mild c

Matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Colbert as Cleopatra, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light creases to corner tips.

Glossy 8 x 10 Paramount publicity photo of a fashionable Colbert, signed in blue felt tip. Caption printed on reverse describes her outfit in detail.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the lovely Colbert, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered mild impressions and a PSA/DNA label affixed to

Vintage glossy 7.25 x 9.25 photo of Cook staring at his cigar, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Richard, Clyde Cook.” Lightly trimmed edges, scatt