RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

ALS in German, one page both sides, 7 x 4.5, personal letterhead, February 2, 1921. Untranslated. In fine condition, with overall toning.

Composer and pianist (1822–1890) who drew to him a loyal and devoted circle of pupils and in 1871 won some official recognition as the nominated succe

Italian composer (1867–1948). ALS in Italian, one page, 6.5 x 8.5, March 23, 1929. Brief untranslated letter expressing thanks. In fine condition, wit

Well-regarded Russian composer (1865–1936) best known for his lush orchestral works, including nine symphonies and concerti for various instruments. A

Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of the famed soprano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Hon. George Harry Payne, with cordial greetings, Al

French organist and composer (1837–1911). AMQS on an off-white 6 x 3.5 album page. Guilmant pens four bars of music, signing below, “Alex. Guilmant, H

AMQS on an off-white 3.75 x 2.75 card. Herbert pens four bars that he identifies as “from ‘Prince Ananias,’” enthusiastically signed below, “Yours sin

Italian composer (1863–1945) whose 1890 masterpiece ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ takes a place among the most beloved staples of the operatic repertoire. Vi

Russian music teacher and composer (1859–1920) best known for the Lullaby from his orchestral suite ‘Noure and Anitra.’ ALS in French, signed “Alex. I

Choice AMQS on an off-white 10.5 x 8 musically-lined sheet. Kalivoda pens five bars from one of his works for piano, boldly signing below in German, “

Second son of Wolfgang Mozart (1784–1858). ADS in Italian, signed “Carlo Mozart,” one page, 5.25 x 3, February 24, 1837. Receipt in which he confirms

A profoundly influential composer, the prodigious Wolfgang Amadeus (1756–1791) has become practically synonymous with the classical genre; his older s

German composer (1895–1982) best known for his oratorio ‘Carmina Burana.’ Glossy 4 x 5.75 postcard photo, signed in the lower border in black felt tip

Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9 photo of Pinza joyfully rocking out on a lute-type instrument, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Barbara Ann, Co

Polish bass (1853–1917) who was one of the most celebrated singers in Europe and America in the late-Victorian era. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo

Important Italian composer (1792–1868) who became one of the seminal figures in the history of opera with such repertoire staples as The Barber of Sev

Polish soprano (1858–1935) who enjoyed a lengthy career at the New York Metropolitan Opera. Original cabinet photo of Sembrich trimmed to 4 x 5.25, si

German composer (1784–1838) who was a friend and pupil of Beethoven, considered one of his closest associates. Untranslated ALS in German, three pages

ALS, one page, 8 x 10.5, 22 Square du Bois de Boulogne letterhead, July 22, 1962. Letter to Mr. Lichter in response to the question, “What is your vie

Austrian-born composer (1874–1951) whose development of the ‘twelve-tone’ system proved to be one of the most far-reaching innovations in the history