RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

French-born engineer (1769–1849). ANS signed “Mc I Brunel,” one page, 3.5 x 3, no date. Brief note to an unidentified recipient. In full: “I beg to ac

Lawyer and senator from Pennsylvania who was the most influential early advocate of proportional representation (1821–1899). Choice original 2.25 x 4

German biochemist (1903-1995), who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1939 for his work on sex hormones. He was initially forced by the Nazi

AQS on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. Carnegie writes, in full: “Thine own reproach alone do fear. Andrew Carnegie.” In fine condition.

Diverse collection of nine checks of various types and sizes, each signed or endorsed by a notable figure. Signers are: Julius Erving, Cher, James Mic

Scarce and desirable matte-finish 3.75 x 5.5 portrait of the leader, signed in black ink in Chinese. Creases to lower corners, otherwise fine conditio

Prominent abolitionist leader (1810–1903) known as the ‘Lion of Whitehall.’ An ardent supporter of Lincoln, he served as American Minister to Russia f

Governor of the Territory of Washington (1826–1906). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Cole, boldly signed in black ink, “Geo. E. Col

Six carte-de-visite portraits of Civil War–era abolitionist congressmen, each signed in black ink. Signers are: Thomas Jenckes, George S. Boutwell, Ja

Senator from California during the Civil War (1821–1909) who was a strong advocate for Chinese immigration and civil rights. Original 2.25 x 3.75 cart