RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 24, 1975. Letter to an admirer. In part: “It is good to hear more about your interest in photo

Uncommon glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Adams in a suit and tie, signed in black felt tip, “Ansel Adams, Carmel.” In fine condition, with scattered surface

Grim postcard of Adams’s photograph entitled ‘Devastated Area, Mount Lassen National Park, California,’ 4.25 x 6, signed on the reverse in black felt

Collection of over 100 items, including signatures, book pages, FDCs, letters, and photos signed by authors and illustrators from all fields. Signers

Russian painter (1866–1924) remembered for the exotic, richly colored sets and costumes that he designed for the Ballets Russes. ALS in French, two pa

Noted French sculptor (1921–1998). Ballpoint signature, “Amitie, Cesar,” on an off-white 8 x 5 card with a photo of one of his works affixed to the le

Eminent French sculptor (1834–1904) best known for designing the Statue of Liberty. Vintage 2.25 x 3.5 carte-de-visite photo, removed from its origina

German-American painter (1830–1902) best known for his large landscapes of the American West during the 19th century. Ink signature, “Boston, Sept. 28

Signed book: The Exorcist. First edition. NY: Harper and Row, 1971. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 340 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ballpoint. In f

Bourke-White Studio business check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Bourke-White, “Margaret Bourke-White,” payable to Joseph Penker for $200