RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

Actor (1853–1937) best remembered today for portraying Sherlock Holmes on stage and in a 1916 silent film. His portrayal of Holmes helped create the m

TLS signed “Betty,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, postmarked September 12, 1951. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thanks for your complim

Attractive vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Grable smiling, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Don—With kind thoughts an

Highly influential dancer and choreographer (1894–1991) and creator of over 150 ballets. Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo for Graham’s Acrobats of God, s

Beautiful glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of the Academy Award-winning actress, signed in black ink, “Love, Gloria Grahame.” In fine condition.

Color glossy 10 x 13 photo of the Happy Days cast, signed in black felt tip by Henry Winkler, Donny Most, Erin Moran, Tom Bosley, Anson Williams, Mari

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Hart in one of his classic cowboy costumes, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Kelly, from Bill Hart.” Af

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Toni, Rita Hayworth,” on an off-white 5.25 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with a dark thumbprint to the

Australian dancer, actor, theatre director, and choreographer (1909–1986). Matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 close-up photo of Helpmann, signed in black felt tip

Great color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Henson and a gaggle of Muppets, signed in the lower border in green felt tip. Accompanied by a pre-printed letter o

Scarce pairing of vintage circa 1941 fountain pen signatures and inscriptions, “To Jo Jo, Best Wishes, Katharine Hepburn” and “To Jo-Jo—with my best w

Color satin-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Heston from The Ten Commandments, signed in person in black felt tip. Nicely double-matted and framed to an ov

Three glossy photos of Hoffman in his Academy Award-nominated roles (The Graduate, Midnight Cowboy, and Kramer vs. Kramer), each signed in black ink o

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the pair hugging each other, signed in black felt tip, “Bob Hope” and in blue felt tip, “Good luck! Dorothy Lamour.” In fine co

Gorgeous and crystal-clear vintage glossy 10.5 x 13 portrait of Hudson in profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the two J.’s—Always &am...

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures publicity photo of Lamour, signed in fountain pen, “Dottie Lamour.” Scattered surface creases and cracks to e

Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 head-and-shoulders photo by Maurice Seymour, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Lila, Best wishes to you, Hal Le Roy

Distinguished actor (1907–1952) who pioneered roles for African Americans on stage and in film. A vocal civil rights activist, he found himself on the

Collection of five glossy 8 x 10 photos of Loren wearing various lingerie, each signed in blue or black felt tip. In fine condition.

Jaw-dropping vintage glossy 8.5 x 11 photo of Mansfield in a busty top, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Harry, All my best, Jayne Mansfield.

Ballpoint signatures, “Dean Martin,” “Jerry Lewis,” and “Joe DiMaggio,” on the reverse of an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 drink card from Club 500 in Atlantic

Glossy 10 x 8 20th Century Fox promotional photo for Death Hunt, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Lee Marvin.” In fine condition.

Personal business account check, 8.5 x 3.5, filled out in type and signed by Marx, “Zeppo Marx,” payable to The Prescription Ctr for $31.67, September

Louis B. Mayer Studios business check, 8.25 x 3.5, filled out in type and signed by Mayer, “L. B. Mayer,” payable to J. W. Robinson Co. for $144.44, O

Intense matte-finish 4.75 x 6.5 photo of Mifune as he appeared in Red Beard, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Produced in 1965, Red Beard

Photographer (1929–2005) known for his images of Monroe. Lovely 7 x 10 cardstock photo of Monroe wearing pearls, signed and lengthily inscribed on the

Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Morgan with her hand to her chest, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Helen M, To Allan.” In very good con

Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of an illustrated likeness of Murray, signed and inscribed in red fountain pen, “Happy Christmas to Mr. and Mrs. La

Ten items: document regarding Fade Out—Fade In, 1965, signed in blue ballpoint by Jule Styne, Adolph Green, Lester Osterman, and Betty Comden; vintage

Two State of California income tax forms, each one page both sides, 8 x 3.5, July 26, 1940, one signed “Fayard Nicholas” and the other “Harold J. Nich

Glossy 10 x 8 Paramount promotional photo for Chinatown, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Nureyev in costume, signed in blue felt tip, “R. Nureyev.” Some scattered light creases and surface impressions, and a couple o

Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Pangborn in his typically dapper attire, signed in fountain pen, “Franklin Pangborn, 1933.” Also bears the p

Russian-born prima ballerina (1881–1931) who won international fame for her exquisite interpretations of classical roles. Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5.25 p

Youthful vintage glossy 8 x 10 Paramount publicity photo of Perkins as a 24-year-old actor in 1956, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Allan—be

Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Pickford in a black hat and overcoat, signed in fountain pen, “Yours sincerely, Mary Pickford.” In very good

Glossy 7.75 x 9.75 head-and-shoulders publicity photo of Radner, prominently signed in red felt tip. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 15.

Live From New York album signed on the front cover in red felt tip. In fine condition. The record is included.

Handsome vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 11.75 photo of Rathbone with a cigarette in his hand, thoughtfully signed and inscribed against his light pants in

Distinguished French director (1894–1979) whose 1939 classic Rules of the Game takes a place among the most acclaimed films ever made. DS, one page, 8

British actress (1892–1972) who won an Academy Award for her performance in The VIPs. Uncommon glossy 3.25 x 5.25 head-and-shoulders photo of Rutherfo

Handsome vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, neatly signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Robert Ryan.” In fine condition, with a stra

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 21, 1950. Agreement between Skelton and MGM in which they comply with his “desire to obtain two scripts of our photoplay

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Spielberg holding one of his many awards, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained in person by NY

Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Ted, Best wishes, Elizabeth Taylor,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3.25 lightly-lined album page. Toned t

Choice glossy 8 x 10 photo of Truffaut at a party in New York, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip in French to “Diane.” A press caption is affixed

Two photos: vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Vera-Ellen seated with her long legs extended, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Joan, I wish you h

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of a drenched Weissmuller, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Orson Welles,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3.75 album page. A light block of toning from previous display and a few finger

Two personal checks, 8.25 x 3, both dated 1976, filled out in type and signed by West, “Mae West.” In fine condition, with expected bank stamps.