RR Auction: Fine Autographs and Artifacts

American clergyman (1835–1893) best known as the lyricist of the popular Christmas carol ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem.’ Lengthy AQS on an off-white 4.2

Handsome 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Caruso seated in an armchair, signed in black ink, “Enrico Caruso, 1909.” In very good condition, with scattere

Postcard depicting Trader’s Bank in Toronto, 5.5 x 3.5, postmarked in May 1908, signed in the correspondence area in thick black ink, “Meilleur souven

A two-bar AMQS of a piece by Johann Sebastian Bach on an off-white 7.75 x 5.5 sheet, signed below and dated 1972; and a TLS, one page, personal letter

ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, no date. Letter to a friend, in part (translated): “The Emperor of China seems to be playi

Esteemed Czech composer (1841–1904) of orchestral and chamber music, best known for his Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ Bold AMQS on an off-whit

Composer and pianist (1822–1890) who won some official recognition as the nominated successor of Benoist as organ professor at the Conservatoire. ALS

Russian-born American pianist, conductor and composer (1878–1936) who married Clara Clemens, daughter of Samuel L. Clemens. Vintage matte-finish 7.25

Russian composer (1875–1956) who concentrated primarily on monumental operas, ballets, and cantatas. Uncommon matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, s

French composer (1818–1893) best remembered for his composition of ‘Ave Maria.' Uncommon single-sheet concert program, 5.25 x 8.25, signed and i...

Russian composer (1904–1987) who helped to set up the Union of Soviet Composers in Moscow and remained one of its leading figures. Felt tip signature

Unique pair of different candid glossy 3.5 x 2.25 photos of the conductor walking through the city, each signed in blue ballpoint. In overall fine con

Scarce unsigned handwritten musical quotation on an off-white 6.5 x 2.25 slip affixed to a slightly larger card. MacDowell pens five measures of music

Prolific Bohemian-Czech composer (1890–1959) of modern classical music. ALS signed “B. Martinu,” one page, 5.75 x 9, October 6, 1945. Letter to “Mr. R

Russian violin virtuoso (1908–1974). Russian release of Brahm's Violin Concerto in D major op. 77, performed by Igor Oistrakh and conducted by h...

Belgian pianist (1811–1875) considered one of the finest of her time who was once engaged to Hector Berlioz. Untranslated ALS in French, signed “M. Pl

Eminent and prolific Russian composer (1891–1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much mus

ALS in Italian, signed “G. Puccini,” one page, 6 x 9.75, May 12, 1891. Untranslated letter written before the performance of his opera Edgar in Lucca,

Ink signature, “G. Puccini,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1.75 slip. Light soiling and a couple pinholes affecting the signature (one to the last letter and

Highly influential French composer (1875–1937) who remains unsurpassed in his imaginative use of instrumental color in his operas, brilliantly scored