RR Auction: Fine Autograph & Artifact Auction

AQS on an off-white 5 x 8 sheet, signed “William Cullen Bryant.” Bryant pens a quote from his poem ‘A Forest Hymn,’ in full: “The groves were God’s fi

American novelist (1892–1977) best known as the author of such crime/noir classics as The Postman Always Rings Twice and Double Indemnity. Two letters

French author and art critic (1886–1958). ALS in French, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, October 17, 1934. Complimentary letter to a poet. In part (

Signed book: Not Under Forty. Later printing. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1936. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 147 pages. Signed and inscribed on t

British author (1824–1889) regarded as the first British detective story writer. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, June 11, 1865. Let

Italian poet, novelist, and dramatist (1863–1938) who distinguished himself as a heroic aviator in WWI. Appealing Italian postcard photo of D'An...

French novelist (1840–1897) known for his controversial political and social views. Daudet’s personal calling card, 3.75 x 2.25, nicely signed along t

Three TLSs, one signed “Edna Ferber.,” and two signed “Ferb.,”each one page, 730 Park Avenue letterhead, dated 1953 and 1959, with one undated. One le

American writer (1850–1895) best known for his poems of childhood, including ‘Wynken, Blynken, and Nod’ and ‘Little Boy Blue.’ ALS, one page, 5 x 8, N

TLS, one page, 7 x 9, Station Comshall letterhead, October 29, 1929. Letter to Monsieur Saurat, in part: “I remember saying that I would take the chai

French author (1844–1924) who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1921. Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 6 x 7.75, Editions d’Art Edouard Pellet

Victorian-era author (1810–1865) whose works detailed the lives of people in all classes of society, best known for her novel North and South. Ink sig

Circa 1962 Saint–Georges Theatre program for a French production of The Potting Shed, 5.25 x 7, 36 pages, signed and inscribed below his image on the

Two letters with good autographic content: an ALS signed “Edward E. Hale,” one page, South Congregational Church letterhead, September 30, 1879, in fu

American novelist, playwright and actor (1927–1993) best known for the novels Midnight Cowboy and All Fall Down, and for the play Blue Denim. Glossy 5

ALS signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 4.5 x 6.75, no date but postmarked 1893. Letter to the cashier of the Beverly National Bank, in full: “I find tha

ALS signed “Oliver Wendell Holmes,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 6, January 30, 1885. In part: “I thank you for your pleasant letter. It is a rather cu

English playwright and politician (1626–1698) who co-wrote The Indian Queen with John Dryden. ADS, signed “Ro: Howard,” one page, 7.5 x 4.5, circa 166

Signed booklet: Freedom’s Plow. NY: Musette Publishers, 1943. Softcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 14 pages. Signed on the front cover in fountain pen. In fine con

Appealing FDC postmarked Washington, D.C., November 1, 1968, signed in blue felt tip by Lee. In fine condition.

TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, January 13, 1920. Letter to Miss McKinstry, in part: “My Milt might work out as yours did. But there are variations in Milts

Two ink signatures: “Yours truly, Henry W. Longfellow, Cambridge, June 6, 1865,” on an off-white 5 x 2.5 slip, and “Henry W. Longfellow, June 11, 1880

Belgian playwright, poet, and essayist (1862–1949) awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1911. Vintage glossy 8.5 x 11.5 portrait of Maeterlinck by

Belgian playwright, poet, and essayist (1862–1949) awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1911. ALS in French, signed “Maeterlinck,” one page both s

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 5.5, personal letterhead, October 6, no year. Letter to Mr. Carney, in full: “Thanks very much for the Academy, with the article

ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 3, 1964. Letter to director George Cukor, in full: “Here is the letter to Ava Gardner which I t

Souvenir typescript, seven pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint, “From An Octopus, Marianne Moore.” Moore’s famous poem, begin

Three items: a TLS, one page, Collier’s letterhead, December 22, 1954, in part: “Except for the well known fact that I am a mush-mouth, I see no reaso

American playwright (1906–1963) known for his powerful works of the Depression era, including Waiting for Lefty and Golden Boy. ALS, one page, 7.25 x

ALS signed “Gene,” one page both sides, 5.75 x 4.75, Le Plessis letterhead, July 15, 1930. Letter to Terence Holliday. In part: “Thank you for the raz

British mystery and adventure novelist (1863–1950). TLS, one page, 8 x 10, Heathcote letterhead, November 12, 1900. Letter to John Foster Fraser. In f

English writer, social commentator, and broadcaster (1894–1984) who is remembered for the novel The Good Companions, and whose left-wing beliefs influ

Two signed books by early sci-fi writers: a first edition of Slan by A. E. van Vogt, hardcover with dust jacket, published by Arkham House, 1946, limi

ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page on the reverse of a 3.5 x 5.25 postcard, July 14, 1943. Letter to James Shirvell, in full: “I had hoped that th

Ink signature, “John Steinbeck,” on a white 2.75 x 2 card. In fine condition, with a light rusty paperclip mark to top edge, approaching but not affec

Signed book: Portraits and Prayers. First edition. NY: Random House, 1934. Hardcover, 6.25 x 8.25, 264 pages. Signed on the first free end page in bla

Ink signature, “H. B. Stowe, Hartford, Conn., Sept. 20, 1875,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.5 autograph slip. In fine condition.

ALS signed “W. M. Thackeray,” one page, 4.5 x 7, February 4, no year. Letter to Irish novelist Charles James Lever, in part: “Pray do not send your Dr

Two items: an ALS signed “John G. Whittier,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, in part: “I was glad to hear from thee, but have not bee

ALS signed “T. N.” (Wilder’s middle name was ‘Niven,’ and he occasionally signed with his first and middle initials for close friends), one page both

TLS signed “W. C. Williams,” one page, 6 x 6.75, personal letterhead, March 2, 1954. Letter to the Atlantic Monthly, in full: “The enclosed poem is su

Austrian novelist and playwright (1881–1942). Ink signature, “Stefan Zweig,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.75 sheet. In fine condition, with a vertical fold

Boldly penned AMQS on an off-white 7.25 x 7.75 sheet, signed neatly in fountain pen, “Bartok Bela,” who pens two bars of music from his Suite for Pian

Boldly penned AMQS on an off-white 9.75 x 7.5 sheet, prominently signed, “H. Berlioz, 1 Dicembre 1856.” Berlioz neatly pens seven bars from the ‘Love

German composer (1838–1920) who wrote over 200 works, including staples of the violin repertoire. Musical manuscript on a 13.5 x 10 musically lined sh

ALS in Italian, signed “Enrico,” on both sides of a 3.25 x 5.25 photo postcard of Caruso, December 30, 1908. Untranslated letter to “Filippo,” signed

Leading English composer (1857–1934) and a significant figure among late Romantic European musicians. AMQS on an off-white 6 x 3.75 album page, signed

Leading English composer (1857–1934) and a significant figure among late Romantic European musicians. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, June 26, 1897

Gifted pianist and composer (1829–1869) who was one of the first figures in American music to attain an international reputation. Uncommon ALS signed

ALS in German, signed “F. Liszt,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, June 7, 1878. Letter to a friend, presumably K. E. Edler, the co-author of The Legend of

Desirable 3.25 x 5.5 postcard photo of Puccini in a relaxed pose, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink; also bears an ANS by Puccini

Important Italian composer (1792–1868) who became one of the seminal figures in the history of opera with such repertoire staples as The Barber of Sev

ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9.75, October 8, 1918. In full (translated): "The composer and orchestra le...

Highly desirable trimmed Feerie ballet cover sheet for a Parisian performance of The Nutcracker, 7 x 12, boldly signed in the upper right in black ink

Russian composer and pianist (1899–1977) Excellent combination of AMQSs and an autograph testimonial on a white 10.25 x 8 sheet, signed at the conclus

ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one page, 5.5 x 7.5, Grand Hotel de Milan letterhead, May 5, 1898. In part (translated): "In the letter I wr...

DS in German, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 9 x 13, August 30, 1873. Untranslated circular issued to the friends and patrons of his Bayreuth Fes

Much-lauded Swedish tenor (1911–1960) who was one of the most popular opera stars of his era. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Bruno of Hollywood portrait of the

Sheet music for ‘The Song of the Volga Boatmen,’ one page both sides, 8.75 x 11.75, prominently signed in the upper right in fountain pen, “F. Chaliap

Desirable collection of four items, each signed by a composer, including: Michael Balfe (ALS), Benjamin Britten (program), Darius Milhaud (ALS), and L

Well-regarded Australian-born pianist, conductor, and composer (1882–1961) best known for his folk settings and colorful experimental works. Three ite

Czech composer, musical theorist, folklorist, publicist, and teacher (1854–1928) considered one of the most important opera composers of the first hal

Czech composer, musical theorist, folklorist, publicist, and teacher (1854–1928) considered one of the most important opera composers of the first hal

DS, ten onionskin pages, 8.5 x 13, December 13, 1965. Agreement between Menotti’s publisher G. Schirmer and Roy Newbert, in which the former “sells, a

Untranslated ALS in French, signed “Meyerbeer,” one page, 5 x 8, no date. Affixed to a larger page by its second integral page. In fine condition.

French composer (1819–1880) best known for his popular stage works, most notably Orpheus in the Underworld (including the famous ‘Can-Can’) and The Ta

German composer (1895–1982) best known for his oratorio ‘Carmina Burana.’ TLS, one page, 8.25 x 5.75, personal letterhead, September 18, 1978. Letter

Two matte-finish photos, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, both signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink to “To Mr. Luzio Cinalli”; one dated “Philadelp

AMQS on a light pink 6 x 4 album page, signed below, “C. Saint-Saens, 1902.” Saint-Saens pens four bars of music from a piano and string quartet. In f

ANS in French on both sides of a 3.5 x 2 personal calling card imprinted with his name, unsigned, no date. In full (translated): "Yes…we can ta...

Belgian composer and violinist (1820–1881) considered an essential part of the Franco-Belgian violin school during the mid-19th century. Two ALSs in F

Belgian violin virtuoso, composer, and conductor (1858–1931) known as ‘The King of the Violin.’ Ink signature, “Souvenir of E. Ysaye,” on an off-white

Wonderful vintage circa 1963 ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on a yellow 5.25 x 4 album page sti

Crisp vintage ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, and Ringo Starr on a light green 4 x 3 album page. Framed with the

Vintage luncheon menu for The Atlantic Hotel in Newquay, England, on September 14, 1967, measuring 8 x 10, one page both sides, signed on the front in

Ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 4 x 3 slip. In very good to fine condition, with light staining and overall

Choice ballpoint signature, “George Harrison,” on a white 4 x 5.5 sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks a

Official vintage circa 1964 Beatles fan club promo card depicting the band in their collarless suits, 5.5 x 4.25, authentically signed on the front in

Unusual program for a performance of George Frideric Handel’s Messiah by the Bristol Choral Society on December 18, 1965, eight pages, 5.75 x 8.25, si

Yesterday and Today reproduction ‘butcher’ album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by McCartney. In fine condition. The record is included.

Run Devil Run CD signed and inscribed on the front of the booklet in black felt tip, “To John—Cheers! Paul McCartney,” and in blue felt tip, “Klaus Vo

Color 40.5 x 40.5 canvas print of a Ringo Starr painting entitled ‘Untitled Circle,’ exhibited at the Gerald Hartinger Fine Arts gallery in Vienna, Au

ALS signed “Patsy & Julie,” two pages, 5.75 x 9, December 8, 1958. Letter to her friends Trina and Bruce, in full, “Sorry to be so late writing ...

Sought-after Nashville Skyline album prominently signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In very good to fine condition, with usual wear to the s

Scarce and highly desirable cover and title page for sheet music to Porgy and Bess, measuring 17 x 11.75 open, signed below his frontispiece image in

Ideal ink signature, “Jimi Hendrix,” on an off-white 3 x 2.25 slip matted and framed with the cover to the 1979 single Gloria to an overall size of 10

Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Tony, from Elvis Presley,” on an off-white 2.5 x 2.25 slip. In fine condition, with light soiling.

The Rolling Stones self-titled debut EP signed on the reverse of the sleeve in black ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Charlie Wa

Program for “The Sensational Rolling Stones” presented by Robert Stigwood Associates in 1964, ten pages, 8.75 x 11, signed inside in blue ballpoint by

Vintage circa 1964 Decca Records promo card of the group, 5.5 x 4.25, signed in blue ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman

Complete set of vintage signatures, including: ballpoint signatures of Pete Townshend, Keith Moon, and Roger Daltrey on the reverse of a ticket for a

Ballpoint signatures, “Best Wishes, 10CC, Eric Stewart,” “Tony O'Malley,” “Stuart Tosh,” “Paul Burgess,” “Rick Fenn,” and “Graham Gouldman, xxx,...

Who Made Who album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Cliff Williams, Simon Wright, Malcolm Young, and Angus Young, with each adding “AC/D

Toys in the Attic album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, and Joey Kramer. In fine condition. The

Circa 1994 satin-finish 8 x 10 Geffen Records publicity photo of Aerosmith during their Get a Grip period, signed in black felt tip by Steven Tyler, J

Felt tip signatures of Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kramer on an off-white 9.5 x 10.25 MCA cardstock sheet. In fine

My Boyfriend’s Back album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “My Boyfriend’s Back, Barbara Brown,” “Peggy Santiglia,” and “Phyllis Sirico.”

Alpha album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Geoff Downes, Carl Palmer, John Wetton, and Sam Coulson. In very good to fine condition, wit

Felt tip signatures of Brian Wilson and Al Jardine on one off-white card, and Carl Wilson, Mike Love and Bruce Johnston on another. Nicely double-matt

TLS signed “George Martin,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, Air Studios Ltd letterhead, May 30, 1991. Letter to John Bennett, in part: “I am so glad you enjoy