RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

Secretary of the Navy under Lincoln and Johnson (1802–1878). Ink signature, “Gideon Welles,” on an off-white 5 x 2.5 slip. In fine condition, with som

Five bank and business checks, each approximately 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Winchell, dated between 1933 and 1942. In overall fine

American military officer (1784–1869) who served in the War of 1812, Mexican-American War, and Civil War. Civil War–dated ALS signed “John E. Wool, Ma

Second Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces (1917–1984) and archeologist. TLS signed “Y. Yadin,” one page, 6.5 x 8, Deputy Prime Minister lette

Union general and onetime commander of the Army of the Potomac (1824–1881); the distinctive whiskers he sported gave rise to the word ‘sideburns.’ Civ

ALS signed “Louis Mountbatten,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 7, Brook House letterhead, September 10, 1922. Letter to Mrs. Hewitt for a

Third-person ALS, one page, 4.75 x 7.25, June 12, 1840. Letter to Mr. Cleland reads, in part: “The Duke of Wellington has received Mr.…Cleland’s lette

ALS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, The American Club, City of Mexico letterhead, January 11, 1905. Letter to his daughter. In part: “I have bought for you a be

Program from the June 7, 1969, commencement at Principia College, 6 x 9, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “Alan Shepard.” Shepard’s daugh

Two color postcards of Bearden’s vibrant works, 4.25 x 6 and 6 x 4, each signed in purple felt tip or blue ballpoint, with one inscribed to “Tom.” In

Pioneering American photographer and photojournalist (1904–1971). ALS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Moskowitz. In part

Personal check, 7.75 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Burroughs, “E. R. Burroughs,” payable to Ruth Baird for $3.75, January 14, 1938. In

Writer and poet (1904–1979) best known for his Studs Lonigan trilogy. ALS, three pages, lightly-lined, 6 x 9, January 20, 1963. Letter to Marshall Bea

American painter and illustrator (1880–1964) whose art was published in many magazines including The Saturday Evening Post and Harper’s Weekly. Vintag

Painter (1861–1912) widely known for his art of the western frontier. Ink signature, “Yours very truly, Charles Schreyvogel,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2

German-American painter and printmaker (1874–1972). Vintage glossy 7.25 x 9 photo of a portrait of Spiro, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my

American writer (1835–1921) remembered for her novels, poems, and detective stories. AQS on an off-white 5 x 7.75 sheet. Spofford writes out the first

Two color postcards of Topor’s surreal works, 4 x 5.75 and 5.75 x 4, each signed on the reverse in red pencil and dated October 14, 1976. In overall f

Two color postcards of Vasarely’s enthralling works, 4 x 5.75, each signed in the lower border in black ballpoint. In overall fine condition.

American portrait and landscape painter (1856–1935). Fifth Avenue Bank check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Volk, “S. A. Douglas Volk,” payable

Two original hand-inked Tippie comic strips, each approximately 23 x 5.5, circa 1930s–40s, depicting the humorous lives of Cap Stubbs and his dog, Tip

Original vintage ink sketch of Jiggs on an off-white 4.5 x 3 custom-made collector’s card, stylistically signed, “Geo. McManus,” with a clipped May 21

Vintage glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of Brailowsky at his piano, signed and inscribed in ink, “To Benno, in friendship, A. Brailowsky, March 1949.” In very g

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, National Bureau for Blind Artists, Inc. letterhead, December 15, 1938. Form letter soliciting a committee to benefit blind mu

TLS in German, signed “Dr. Josef Hofmann,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Curtis Institute of Music letterhead, December 30, 1936. Letter to an associate. In par

Popular Austrian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage 4.25 x 6 postcard photo of a

Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the “Swedish Nightingale,” who, under the management of impresario P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and

Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the ‘Swedish Nightingale,’ who, under the management of P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and highly pai

Ballpoint signature, “Arthur Rubinstein,” on an off-white 6.5 x 3.5 mailing envelope with a Franz Liszt Russian postage stamp affixed above signature.

Program for 10cc’s 1976 tour, 8.25 x 11.75, signed and inscribed on the front cover and inside in black felt tip by Kevin Godley (2), Graham Gouldman

Black-bodied Glen Burton ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the body in gold ink by Russell Hitchcock, adding “Air Supply, All Out of Lov

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed on the black pickguard in blue ink by Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock. In fine condition.

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the off-white pickguard in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA aut

Tony Bennett Sings His All-Time Hall of Fame Hits album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some light wear to covers

Soprano (1912–2009) who created the role of Bess in the original production of George Gershwin's opera Porgy and Bess in 1935. Christmas card me...

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Calloway in a sharp white jacket, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Telly, Hi-De-Ho, Cab Calloway.” In very

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, nicely signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip by the former Alice in Chains me

Program for Chapin’s 1977 On the Road tour, 9 x 12, signed and inscribed on the first page in purple felt tip, “To Linda—Love ya! Harry Chapin.” In fi

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, nicely signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Oversized.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Cole in a loud suit jacket, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Charles, Nat King Cole.” Scattered su

Vintage souvenir photo folder from Chicago’s Chez Paree nightclub, 9 x 11.25, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint, “To Judy, Sincerely, Nat

Book page featuring an image of the group, 6 x 9, signed in blue felt tip by Walter Orange, Thomas McClary, Ronald LaPread, Lionel Richie, William Kin

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed on the black pickguard in blue ink by Cornell. In fine condition. Oversized.

Out of Touch 12? single album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Daryl Hall and John Oates. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authenticati

Vintage 8 x 10 cardstock photo, inscribed in blue ballpoint and signed “William C. Handy 2/9/1951.” Scattered creases, primarily to corners, and a thi

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed on the black pickguard in blue ink. In fine condition. Oversized.

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip by Tito, Marlon, and Jackie Jackson. In

Glossy 8 x 10 MCA Records publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Ann, with love, Elton John.” In fine condition, with a bit of l

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA auth

Color 34 x 21.5 lithograph of John Lennon’s Imagine cover art, signed in the lower border in pencil by Yoko Ono. Rolled and in fine condition.

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, nicely signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA

Sunburst-finish OSM ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Oversized.

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip, “Love & light, Olivia Newton-John...

Return of Saturn CD booklet signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Adrian Young, and Tom Dumont. Double-matted and f

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip, “Michael Stipe.” In fine condition, wi

Color 45 rpm record sleeve for ‘Since You Been Gone,’ signed on the front cover in ballpoint and felt tip by Graham Bonnet, Cozy Powell, Roger Glover,

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, quickly signed on the white pickguard in black felt tip. In fine condition. Oversized.

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed in blue ink on the black pickguard. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authentication label affi

Great-grandson (1917–1989) of Steinway piano company’s founder Henry Steinway, and a chairman of the family’s company towards the end of his life. Sig

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip by Weiland, adding “STP,” under his signat

Glossy 11 x 14 photo of Stone with his hand on a piano, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed in silver ink on the black pickguard. In fine condition. Oversized.

Natural wood-finish six-string acoustic guitar, signed on the black pickguard in blue ink. In fine condition. Oversized.

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authe

Ink signatures of Annie Lennox, Dave Stewart, Pete Coombes, and Eddie Chin on a 3.5 x 4.5 date book page from 1980, with one adding a brief inscriptio

The Turtles! More Golden Hits album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan. In fine condition, with a few scatter

Black-bodied Stedman Pro ‘stratocaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the white pickguard in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authe

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bardot sporting short hair and fishnet stockings, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition.

Color 14 x 11 cardstock laser print photo of Bardot pulling her knee up to her chest, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Two DSs: J. Walter Thompson Company contract, three pages, 8.5 x 11, September 18, 1943, in which Bergen agrees to appear on an RCA radio program in e

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Burke and Farren Soutar in The Belle of Mayfair, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with moderately irregu

Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Carney as his Honeymooners character, Ed Norton, climbing out of a man hole, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes from

Glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter length photo, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with some fingerprint smudges to the gloss.

Vintage glossy 5.25 x 7 double weight photo, signed in fountain pen. Irregular blocks of light silvering, scattered surface marks and impressions, and

Three signed glossy and satin-finish photos, two 8 x 10 and one 4 x 6, including two color, each signed in felt tip, “Barbara Eden ‘Jeannie.’” In fine

Glossy 7.75 x 9.5 cast photo, signed in felt tip by Robert Young, Jane Wyatt, Lauren Chapin, Elinor Donahue, and Billy Gray. Matted and framed to an o

Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Jerry, Barry Fitzgerald,” on a green 7 x 4.5 album page. Mild creasing to the bottom corners, toning

Film and television character actor (1901–1983) best known for portraying Marshal Micah Torrance in The Rifleman. Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders pho

Original 8 x 12 imperial cabinet photo by Foulsham and Banfield of London, showing Keane, in costume as Mme Cavalini, posed with William Courtenay in

German actor (1884–1959) best known for playing the title role in the 1920 silent horror classic The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Vintage fountain pen sig

Vintage ink signature, “Lillie Langtry,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.75 slip affixed to a slightly larger card. In fine condition, with a vertical fold p

Author and screenwriter (1908–1985) who was one of the blacklisted ‘Hollywood Ten.’ ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 5, 1945. Letter to an admirer. In

Playbill for the Plymouth Theatre performance of Abe Lincoln in Illinois in June 1939, 6.75 x 9.25, 32 pages, signed on the front cover in fountain pe

Gorgeous vintage sepia matte-finish 10.25 x 13.25 half-length portrait of Pickford in a lovely gown, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jenabel

Vintage glossy 7.75 x 10 Warner Bros. publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Tommy, Ann Sheridan.” The photo is affixed to a same-

Matte-finish 7.25 x 9 photo of Sullivan on a television set, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Hi Keith–Ed Sullivan 5/14/73.” In fine condition

Complimentary ringside ticket for a boxing match at the Maple Grove Arena in Lancaster, PA, April 2, 1941, 4.5 x 2.5, signed on the reverse in pencil,

Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Brown, “Paul E. Brown,” payable to Queen City Club for $539.73, February 3, 1989. In fine condition

Glossy 20 x 16 photo of Rizzuto and Kubek at second base, signed in blue felt tip by both. In fine condition.

Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on a side panel, “I wish I shot Bin Laden, Pete Rose.” In very fine condition.

Victoriaville hockey stick signed in black felt tip on the blade, “Milt Schmidt, #15.” In fine condition, with a couple dings to the shaft. Oversized.

Collection of 12 personal checks, 8.25 x 3, all filled out and signed by Trippi, all dated 2002–2003. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold

Two baseballs: official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot, “Bob Feller HOF ’62, Merry Christmas!!”; and an off