RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

Two albums: JT and Dad Loves His Work, each signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with mild creases and light chipping to edg

Deceased founder and lead singer of Thin Lizzy (1949–1986). Signed book: A Collected Works of Philip Lynott. 1977. Hardcover, 6 x 8.75, 104 pages. Sig

Souvenir printed lyrics to ‘Happy Together,’ on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed in blue and black felt tip by Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Jim Pons

Two glossy 8 x 10 photos, one color, of Vai posing with his guitars, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Stage-used 12? coated Remo drumhead, signed in black felt tip by David Lee Roth and Eddie Van Halen, and in blue felt tip by Alex Van Halen and Wolfga

American jazz saxophonist (1909–1973) generally regarded, along with Coleman Hawkins and Lester Young, as one of the three greatest ‘swing tenors.’ Vi

Felt tip signatures, “Keith Moon,” and “Roger Daltrey,” on individual off-white 4.25 x 2 slips. In fine condition, with light show-through from collec

Color limited edition print of a ticket for Farm Aid II, numbered #43/500, signed in black felt tip. Also signed in pencil by the artist, Bob Scott. S

Ballpoint signature, “F. Zappa,” on an off-white card. Suede matted with a great portrait of Zappa to an overall size of 8 x 10. In fine condition.

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Elizabeth Taylor, Ronald Reagan, Ann Sheridan (ins), Lauren Bacall, Martha Hyer, Terry Moore, and Robert Taylor on two

ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.25, Wallack’s letterhead, September 27, 1912. Letter of introduction for a friend. In part: “This is to introduce Mr. Charles D

Vintage hardcover autograph album, 7 x 4.5, signed inside in fountain pen and pencil by 45 celebrities, all single page, with many adding brief inscri

Vintage softcover autograph album, 6.25 x 4.5, signed inside in fountain pen and pencil by 38 celebrities and friends, with some adding brief inscript

Two personal checks, 1952 and 1956, each filled out in type, one payable to Hazel Pierce, and signed “Desi Arnaz,” the other payable to Cash and signe

ANS, one page, 4.5 x 3.5, undated but postmarked December 16, 1967, personal letterhead. Brief note of thanks. In full: “Thank you for sending me the

Cinematographer (1874-1944) noted for his association with filmmaker D. W. Griffith. TLS signed “G. W. ‘Billy’ Bitzer,” 8.5 x 11, International Photog

Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 11 photo of Bogart in a pin-stripe suit, signed and inscribed in black fountain pen, “To Jack Perry, Good luck Jack, Humph

DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, October 1947. A brief letter of resignation to the board of Liberty Films. In full: “I hereby resign as a Director a

Original unsigned ballpoint sketch of three portraits, a man with long hair and a mustache, a man with curly hair, and a man in a ‘Julius Caesar’ pose

ANS, one light green album page, 5.25 x 4.5, no date. Advice to an admirer. In full: “To Janet—To be a successful actress one must study. The road is

Actress (1906–1965) best remembered as Mina in the film Dracula with Belá Lugosi. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 DeBarron Studios portrait, signed...

Fantastic vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Chaplin as a young man, boldly signed in the lower border in black fountain pen, “Faithfully, Chas. Chap

Actor (1914–1968) who enjoyed a 20-year film career including Sunset Boulevard, How to Marry a Millionaire, and Auntie Mame. Clark’s personal passport

TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Seasons Greetings letterhead, Christmas, 1967. Brief holiday greeting to actor Jerry Lewis. In full: “This C

TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, October 19, 1970. A letter to director Vincent Sherman. In full: “Thank you so much for your

Draft TLS signed “George,” three pages, 8.5 x 11, no date. A letter to producer Darryl Zanuck about an upcoming project (which apparently never came t

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October 30, 1936. A confirmation from MGM’s Eddie Mannix regarding Cukor’s credit in Camille. In part: “You will be given cred

TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11 and 8 x 10 respectively, National Corporate Fund for Dance letterhead, January 7, 1980. Letter of thanks to a contributor. In

Popular early film comedienne (1897–1961) who became infamous as the longtime intimate companion of married publishing tycoon William Randolph Hearst.

Revolutionary Soviet Russian film director and film theorist (1898–1948) noted in particular for his silent films Strike, Battleship Potemkin, and Oct

American actor (1931–1955) best known for his star turns in three 1950s screen classics: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant. His untimely

Exceptional original charcoal and pastel portrait of James Dean, done by artist, Ray Lucas, on a light gray 13.25 x 20 sheet. Image depicts Dean in a

Original vintage signed charcoal, ink and chalk sketch of John Barrymore on his deathbed, with white highlights in either chalk or pastel, drawn by De

ALS signed with her married name “Margot Arias,” two pages both sides, 5.75 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September 19. A letter to Dr. Daum. In part: “

Personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, payable to Southern California Telephone Co. for $13.11, February 25, 1947. Two sm

ALS signed “Jack,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to George Cukor. In full: “How is it going? Are you happy? Is it fun? I’m

Pioneer of modern dance, choreography, and theatrical lighting (1862–1928). ALS in mixed English and French, one page, 4.25 x 6.75, no date. A letter

Special effects artist (1902–1965) remembered for his innovative trick photography techniques and winner of two Acadamy Award wins for Best Special Ef

Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Gable, payable to Gail Strickling for $12.00, April 4, 1947. In fine condition, with a c

DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, February 12, 1945. Letter to Loew’s Incorporated agreeing to work for free for the war effort. In full: “At the requ

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 13, 1962. A letter of thanks to Henry Jaffe. In part: “I want you to know that I deeply appreci

ALS in pencil signed “Laurette,” written at the bottom of a TLS to Taylor, one page, 8.5 x 11, Selznick International Pictures letterhead, May 14, 193

Actor (1870–1952) known for his supporting roles in The Mask of Fu Manchu, Werewolf of London, and Son of Frankenstein. DS, one page, 8.5 x 17, Januar

DS, one page, 6.25 x 10, April 22, 1938. Notice from RKO reads, in part: “Please be advised that we will require you to commence the rendition of your

DS, one page, 7 x 5, April 14, 1927. An application for diamond broker Joseph McCloskey’s membership to the exclusive Masquers Club, supported by Grau

DS, signed with his real name “Lloyd Crane, Charles Locher,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 16, March 19, 1937. A contract with Samuel Goldwyn Inc. indica

Welsh actor (1912–1980) who won an Academy Award for his supporting role in the 1959 epic Ben-Hur. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Griffith as Sheik Ilderim in

ALS signed “Rex,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 8, personal letterhead, October 16. Letter to journalist Radie Harris. In part: “We are so disappointed

Vintage glossy 7 x 9.5 photo of Hayworth in Amsterdam, signed in black fountain pen. Scattered marks and creases, some spotting to the finish, and lig

Seductive glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hayworth in a long black dress and smoking a cigarette in Gilda, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Louie, from Rit