RR Auction: Fine Autographs & Artifacts

ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” one page, 5.25 x 7, June 29, 1907. Untranslated letter saying that he will not be able to meet his new cousin

Uncommon glossy 8 x 10 photo of the composer in uniform, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen, “To D. W. Landon Esq, from John Philip Sousa

Italian opera composer and conductor (1774–1851) extremely celebrated in his time, though largely forgotten after his death. ALS in French, signed “Sp

Austrian tenor (1891–1948). Glossy 3.5 x 5.5 signed postcard photograph of Tauber, signed in black felt tip, “Richard Tauber, 1956, London.” In fine c

Matte-finish 5 x 8 photo of Toscanini in near–profile, signed in the lower border in red fountain pen. In fine condition, with trivial brushing to a s

Hand-addressed transmittal envelope, 4.25 x 3, addressed by Wagner to “Herr A. Niemann” in Hannover. In very good condition, with moderate overall cre

German-born conductor and composer (1876–1962). ALS in Italian, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, Waldorf Hotel letterhead, May 26, 1931.

Distinguished British composer (1902–1983) best known for such works as Façade, a theatrical collaboration with Edith Sitwell, and the oratorio...

Exceptionally desirable 1963 Parlophone mono first pressing of the Please Please Me album, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Pau

Fantastic vintage 1968 fountain pen signatures, “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” and “George Harrison,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.75 album page, and a

Vintage circa late 1963 ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon” and “Paul McCartney,” on the reverse of a cardstock photo of the group issued as an insert

Vintage glossy 7.5 x 6 Star Pics publicity photo of the Beatles in their classic gray collarless suits in 1963, signed and inscribed in fountain pen,

Unsigned handwritten note, one page, 8 x 1.5, no date but circa 1980. In full: “3. ‘Trade in’—‘Fishy’ cat food tins for ‘meaty’ ones (& must be ...

Beautiful vintage circa 1963 ballpoint signature, “George Harrison,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.75 album page. Double-matted and framed to an overall si

Signed book: I, Me, Mine. First edition, limited issue of 2000 but unnumbered. England: Genesis Publications, 1980. Hardcover with slipcase, 7.25 x 10

Signed book: Postcards from the Boys. First edition, limited issue, numbered 155/2500, one of 350 deluxe copies. England: Genesis Publications, 2003.

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of the Beatles performing, signed in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In fine condition.

Original signed pencil sketch of Paul McCartney on a white 15.5 x 11.75 sheet, signed at the bottom in artist’s pencil by Voormann. Double-matted and

Singer (1940–2010) considered one of the founding fathers of soul music in the 1960s. Color glossy 8.25 x 10.75 photo of Burke in a pinstriped suit, s

Exceptional glossy 8 x 10 Rush Studio portrait of Cline, signed in fountain pen, “Your Friend, Patsy Cline,” with “Decca” added below in ballpoint. In

Excellent satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Dylan walking down a cobbled street, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Gershwin playing his piano, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Judey Kette—Sincere goo

TLS, one page, 8.75 x 9.75, personal letterhead, November 15, 1932. Letter to Irving E. Meishel, sending a delayed thank-you for birthday wishes. In p

ALS, one page, 7.5 x 9, personal letterhead, May 26, 1930. Letter to Leslie Rogers of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. In full: “I will try to locate th

One of the premier American folksingers (1888-1949), he spent years in and out of jail for murder and attempted murder, recorded ‘Goodnight, Irene,’ ‘

ALS signed “J,” two pages, 6 x 8, September 15, no year but postmarked 1965. Letter to her boyfriend Peter deBlanc. In full, “It’s the same evening as

Unsigned handwritten working lyrics to Madonna’s song ‘Dear Father,’ one page on a lined 7.5 x 10.5 sheet, no date but circa 1992. An unreleased colla

Collection of five black-bodied Stedman Pro electric guitars, each signed on the white pickguard in blue or black felt tip by a different musician, in

Ummagumma album signed on the front cover in blue and black felt tip by David Gilmour, Roger Waters, and Nick Mason. In fine condition, with edgewear

Zenyatta Mondatta album signed on the front cover in felt tip by Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland. In fine condition, with a crease to top le

Limited edition color 19 x 22 lithograph entitled ‘Bridges to Babylon,’ numbered 19/125, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by Mick Jagger,

Partly-printed DS, one page, 8.25 x 5.25, no date but circa 1960s. An assignment of stock document in which Sinatra transfers “unto Henry W. Sanicola

Outstanding collection of three sets of handwritten charts by Donald Fagen for his Nightfly sessions, totaling nineteen pages, all signed on a label a

The Joshua Tree tour program, 9.75 x 12.25, signed on the front cover in ink and ballpoint by Bono, Edge, Larry [Mullen, Jr.], and Adam . Fir

‘A Celebration’ 45 rpm promo single signed on the front cover in ballpoint, “Bono 82,” “Edge,” “Adam,” and “Larry.” In fine condition, with a crease t

War album signed on the inside gatefold in various ink types by Bono, Edge, Larry Mullen, Jr., and Adam Clayton, all signing first names only. In fine

Hand-notated printed set list headed “The Faces, In Concert at the Paris theatre, London 1/4/73,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, initialed in the lower right

Color 5.5 x 7 promotional postcard photo announcing the release of his double album You Are What You Is, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To R

Ballbreaker album flat signed in black felt tip by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Bruce Johnson, Phil Rudd, and Cliff Williams. An AC/DC after show pass

Fly on the Wall album signed on the front cover in blue and black felt tip by Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Cliff Williams. Some scat

Live! Bootleg album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Steven Tyler and Joey Kramer, and in black felt tip by Joe Perry and Brad Whitford.

Vintage glossy 3.25 x 4.75 photo of a smiling Anderson, signed in blue ink. Matted and framed to an overall size of 8 x 9.75. In fine condition.

Vintage glossy 9.5 x 7.5 photo of a diverse diplomatic meeting, signed in fountain pen by LaVerne Andrews, Patty Andrews, and Maxene Andrews, as well

Desolation Angels album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Simon Kirke, Mick Ralphs, and Paul Rodgers, who adds a peace sign. In fine condi

Signed book: Golden Dreams. Limited edition, numbered 267/2500. England: Genesis Publications, 1996. Hardcover with slipcase, 10 x 11, 122 pages. Sign

Color 10 x 8 cardstock photo of Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band and crew taken during the band’s USA summer tour of 2012, signed in silver ink,...

Limited edition Gartlan cold cast figurine of Starr in his famous Abbey Road pose, numbered 794/1000, measuring 9.75? tall, signed on white plate on t

Limited edition 13 x 7.25 print of a comic depicting the process of Voormann’s creation of the Beatles Revolver album cover, numbered 21/200, signed i

Friend of the Beatles from the Hamburg days and designer of their Revolver album cover. Deluxe box set of Voormann’s A Sideman’s Journey, consisting o

Innovative clarinetist and saxophonist (1897–1959) regarded as one of the greatest wind players in the history of jazz. Glossy 7 x 9 publicity photo o

Satin-finish 9.75 x 8 Warner Bros. publicity photo of the Bee Gees, signed in black felt tip, “Robin,” “Love, Barry,” and “Love, Maurice Gibb.” In fin

ALS, one page, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, July 25, 1942. Letter to Decca Records founder Jack Kapp, in part: “I just played the records in the al

Uncommon bank check, 6 x 3, filled out and signed by Berlin, payable to James Martin for $14.31, December 7, 1925. In fine condition, with expected ho

Complete set of four 11 x 17 prints given to VIP ticket holders on their 2011 tour, each signed in black felt tip by the musician pictured, including:

Self-titled album signed on the front cover in various color inks by Neil Young, Stephen Stills, Dewey Martin, and Richie Furay. In fine condition, wi

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 General Artists Corporation publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mary, Sincerely, King Cole Trio, Nat King

Greatest Hits Volume 3 album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Peace! John Denver.” In fine condition, with a discount cut and crease to t

Desperado album signed and inscribed on the front cover in silver ink, “To Joe, Don Henley,” “Bernie Leadon,” “Randy Meisner,” “J. D. Souther,” and “G

Trilogy album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer. In fine condition, with a crease to lower righ

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Foghat, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Mickey, You’re the best, keep on rockin’, Roger Earl,” “Rod Price

Color glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Gibb, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Andy Gibb.” In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gillespie playing his trademark ‘bent’ trumpet, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Daniel, Be-Bop, Dizzy Gillespie, ’8

Handsome vintage glossy 7.25 x 8.25 photo of Goodman with his clarinet, signed in fountain pen. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.25 x

Live Baby Live album signed on the inside gatefold in black felt tip by all six members, including the late Michael Hutchence. In fine condition, with

Victory album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. Light contrast to signature, scattered light creases to cover, and an authentication label a

Fantastic color glossy 14 x 11 photo of a younger Jackson dancing during a performance, attractively signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

Living in the Past album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Ian Anderson. In fine condition, with some edgewear, a faint ‘ring of wear,’ an

Escape album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Steve Perry, Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain, Ross Valory, and Steve Smith. A faint ‘ring of wea

Drastic Measures promotional album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Phil Ehart, John Elefante, Dave Hope, Kerry Livgren, and Rich Willia

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 9, 1940. Letter to Arnold F. Gates. In part: “This is an appreciative acknowledgment of your ge

St. Anger album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo. In fine condition, with

Great glossy 10.5 x 8 photo of Van Morrison with his piano reflected in his sunglasses, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Nine CDs, each signed on the front of the booklet in felt tip by the respective artist(s). Signers are: Richard Marx, Pink, Christina Aguilera, Megade

Three albums: James Taylor’s self-titled debut album, signed on the front cover in black felt tip; That’s the Way God Planned It, signed and inscribed

Collection of ten albums, each signed on the front or back cover by a band or musician, most inscribed, including: Waylon Jennings; Lionel Hampton; Ro

Partial DS, one page, 8.5 x 2.75, no date. Concluding portion of a document in which Porter signs his approval. A vertical fold, trimmed edges, and th

Self-titled album signed on the front cover in red ballpoint by Chrissie Hynde, and in black ballpoint by Pete Farndon, James Honeyman, and Martin Cha

Satin-finish 8 x 10 Virgin Records publicity photo of Mick Jagger relaxing on some steps, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Signed book: Ronnie. First American edition. NY: St. Martin’s Press. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 358 pages. Signed in blue felt tip on the

Archives album signed on the inside gatefold by each member above his own image in blue or black ballpoint, “N. Peart,” “Alex Lifeson,” and “Geddy Lee

Born to Run album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. Slight wear and creasing to edges, light surface rubbing, and some irregular ink adhesi

Ballpoint signatures and inscriptions of Mark Knopfler, David Knopfler, Pick Withers, and John Illsley on 7.5 x 9.75 off-white sheets, with a clipped

Two items: an AMQS on an off-white 5 x 3 card, titled and signed at the top, “From Cello Concerto by V. T., I. Ride on the Plains, cordially, Virgil T

The Unforgettable Fire album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono” and “Edge.” In fine condition, with a few edge creases, light ‘ring o

Color satin-finish 11 x 14 group photo of the original Van Halen line-up, signed in blue felt tip by Michael Anthony, Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth,

Color satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the original Van Halen line-up, signed in blue felt tip by Eddie and Alex Van Halen, in silver ink by David Lee Ro

Satin-finish 10 x 8 Island Records publicity photo of Waits, signed in blue felt tip. Waits playfully adds a mustache to his face. In fine condition.

Backless album by Eric Clapton signed on the front cover in black ballpoint by Waters. An area of surface loss to the top edge of the front cover, sca

Tormato album signed on the back cover in black felt tip by Tony Kaye, Trevor Rabin, Chris Squire, Jon Anderson, and Alan White, and in black ballpoin

Yessongs album signed on the front and back covers and gatefold in ballpoint by Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Rick Wakeman, and Allen White, and in blac

Signed book: Waging Heavy Peace. First edition, limited issue, numbered 1167/1500. NY: Blue Rider Press, 2012. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.25 x 9.25, 4

Autograph album kept by a Hollywood shop owner in the 1940s, 6 x 4.25, signed inside by over sixty entertainers, including: Fred Astaire (2), Eddie Ca

Stunning vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 photo of Bergman as she appeared as Paula Anton in her Academy Award–winning performance in the 1944 film Gaslight

DS, thirteen pages, 8.5 x 11, September 21, 1951. Contract between Bogart and 20th Century Fox in which he agrees to render his talents “as an actor i

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, December 30, 1947. Document outlining terms for the sale of Bogart’s truck to one of his employees, Aurelio Salazar, in part:

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

World-famous conjoined twins (1811–1874) born in Siam (now Thailand) from which the phrase 'Siamese twins' is derived. They were discovered ...

Vintage sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 head–and–shoulders photo of Chaplin, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Grace—wishing you much happiness

Fabulous ballpoint self-portrait sketch of his instantly recognizable ‘Little Tramp’ character an off-white 4 x 3.75 sheet, signed at the bottom, “Cha

Vintage oversized matte-finish 12.75 x 10 MGM publicity photo of Gable riding a horse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bake, Best of luck al