RR Auction: Rare Manuscript, Document, and Autograph Auction

Polish-American classical pianist (1887–1982) considered by many the greatest Chopin interpreter of his time. Fabulous early pearl-finish 5 x 7 photo,

ALS in French, signed “C. Saint-Saens,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “I was ver

Highly regarded Austrian pianist (1882–1951) renowned especially for his interpretations of Beethoven and Schubert. Matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 real phot

Composer and one of the most distinguished pianists of the Romantic era (1819–1896). She and her husband, composer Robert Schumann, were early champio

Soviet composer (1906–1975) whose fifteen symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. Russ

Distinguished Czech composer (1824–1884) best known for his colorful symphonic poem The Moldau and the opera The Bartered Bride. DS, one page, 20.75 x

Uncommon 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Silotti, signed vertically in the upper left in black ink, “A. Siloti,” and signed and inscribed later along the

Uncommon matte-finish 2.5 x 4.25 candid photo of Sousa in his bandleader attire, signed in fountain pen, “John Philip Sousa, 1951.” In fine condition.

Uncommon matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 real photo postcard of the important composer in a handsome suit, signed at the bottom in pencil by Strauss and date

Highly popular Spanish mezzo-soprano (1895–1936). Rare vintage fountain pen signature, “Conchita Supervia,” on a light pink 6.25 x 5.25 album page. In

Unsigned monogrammed mailing envelope, 5 x 3.5, addressed in Tchaikovsky’s hand in Cyrillic, and bearing a January 1887 Russian cancellation. Matted a

French violinist (1880–1953) who was part of a trio along with pianist Alfred Cortot and cellist Pablo Casals. Crystal-clear 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo

ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one page, 4.25 x 7, May 14, 1900. Letter to his lawyer. In part (translated): “I was very happy to receive your let

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Yehudi Menuhin, Daivid Oistrakh, and Arthur Grumiaux, signed and inscribed in blue ink to Louis Persinger by all three acclaime

Pair of ALSs to Louis Persinger by Yehudi Menuhin and Isaac Stern. The Menuhin letter, three pages on two sheets, March 22, 1962, in part: “Congratula

Commemorative cover from the 1957 International Henryk Wieniawski Violin Competition held in Poland, signed in ink and pencil by the entire jury of th

German composer, pianist, and music teacher (1862–1942) who was one of Franz Liszt’s pupils, considered one of the most distinguished pianists of his

Influential daughter of Franz Liszt and second wife of Richard Wagner, known for directing the Bayreuth Festival (1837–1930). Untranslated ALS in Germ

German-born conductor and composer (1876–1962). Uncommon matte-finish 3.75 x 4.75 photo of Walter in a handsome suit, signed and inscribed in fountain

Pair of matte-finish real photo postcards of the Austrian composer and pianist, 3.5 x 5.5 and 5.5 x 3.5, each boldly signed in black ink, with one bea

German-born conductor and composer (1876–1962). ALS, one page, 6 x 8, March 3, 1940. Letter to Louis Persinger. In part: “It would have interested me

ALS in French, signed “E. Ysaye,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, La Chanterelle letterhead, August 19, 1907. Untranslated but apparentl

Vintage tour program photo from the band’s 1963 tour with Chris Montez and Tommy Roe, 8 x 10.25, 14 pages, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint,

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Ringo Starr xx,” “George Harrison xxxx,” “John Lennon xxx,” and “Paul McCartney,” on a green 5.25 x 4 album page. Signa

Ticket to the Beatles concert at the Grosvenor in Norwich, held on May 17, 1963, 3.5 x 2.25, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,

Vintage pencil signatures, “John Lennon xx,” “Ringo Starr xx,” and “To Margaret & Michael best wishes from the Beatles, George Harrison,” on a y...

An incredibly rare invitation extended to a young woman to appear on the July 11, 1964, ABC Television show Lucky Stars Summer Spin, one page, 7.75 x

Original concert ticket to the Beatles April 29, 1964, show at the A. B. C. Cinema in Edinburgh, Scotland. Ticket measures 1.75 x 2.25, and is for the

Vintage Parlophone Belgian 45 rpm record sleeve for ‘She Loves You/I’ll Get You,’ signed on the front in ballpoint next to their images, “Paul McCartn

Signed book: The Beatles: Covered. First edition, limited issue, numbered 433/500. Dusseldorf, Germany: A Jono Book, 2009. Hardcover with slipcase, 12

A one-page program for a children’s concert which featured a piano performance by then nine-year-old Dhani Harrison, 8.25 x 11.5, held at St. Mary’s C

Apple Records, Inc. business check, 7.5 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to S. J. Keel-Duffey M. R. C. V. S. for &...

Limited edition book: Places I Remember. Limited edition of 1200 copies (this being No. 854). United States: Curvebender Publishing, 2012. Hardcover w

DS, one page, 16 x 7, June 3, 1965. Official vehicle registration form for Lennon’s 1965 Rolls Royce Phantom V limousine, signed on the left side by L

TLS signed “Yoko Ono” with a postscript signed “John Lennon,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Capitol Records letterhead, March 9, 1973. Letter to KOL-FM radio di

Harrisongs Ltd. business check, 7.5 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Lennon, payable to Ray Sargeant Ltd. for £65.11.0, June 16,...

Signed book: The Penguin. Later printing. England: Penguin Books, 1965. Softcover, 5 x 7.75, 155 pages. Signed on the half-title page, “Love from John

Original vintage signed red felt tip self-portrait on an off-white 6.5 x 4 card, nicely signed under the image, “Paul McCartney.” Double-matted and fr

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Paul McCartney, Beatles,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3.75 album page, dating from circa 1963. In fine condition. Accompanied

Christmas card, measuring 8 x 7 closed, with the inside bearing a pre-printed holiday message. Signed underneath in blue ink, all in Paul’s hand, “To

Christmas card, measuring 4 x 5.5 closed, and bearing a pre-printed sentiment inside, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Lulu, John and Jorda

Signed book: Linda McCartney’s Home Cooking. Later printing. London: Bloomsbury, 1990. Softcover, 7.5 x 9.75, 170 pages. Signed on the title page in b

Apple Records, Inc. business check, 7.5 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Starr, “R. Starkey,” payable to Bohen Antiques for £60...

Carpenters souvenir program, 10 x 13, signed inside on their full-page images by Karen Carpenter and Richard Carpenter, with their entire backing band

August album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. Album is affixed to a mount and framed (without glass) to an overall size of 15 x 15. In fine

Signed book: Six String Stories: the Crossroads Guitars. Limited edition of 2000 copies (this being No. 414). Guildford, England: Genesis Publications

DS, signed “John Mellor,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, July 31, 1988. Strummer informs Mystery Train, Inc. that use of his “likeness and/or performance in

Glossy 8 x 6 photo of the band posing outdoors, signed in blue felt tip by Joe Strummer and Topper Headon and in silver ink by Mick Jones and Paul Sim

‘Remote Control/London’s Burning’ 45 rpm record sleeve, signed on the portrait side in ballpoint by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and Topper

In Concert album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Paice, Roger Glover, Ian Gillan, and Jon Lord. In fine conditio

Long Road Out of Eden CD signed on the front cover in silver ink by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, and Timothy B. Schmitt. In very fine condition.

Highly desirable program for a performance with the Reisman Symphonic Orchestra celebrating the 10th anniversary of ‘Rhapsody in Blue,’ on February 5,

Ink signature, “George Gershwin,” on an off-white slip clipped from a check. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Gershwin composing at a piano

Two checks: personal check, 6 x 2.5, filled out and signed by George Gershwin, payable to Consolidated Gas Co. for $4.69, dated May 10, 1935; and a ba

Bad album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. Beautifully double-suede-matted and framed with two photos of Jackson taken at the time of sign

Handwritten note, one page, lightly-lined, 6 x 9, no date, signed “the Jacksons.” Note to Jackson’s neighbor reads: “Thank you for being the greatest

Color 18 x 24 poster for the Hard Rock theme park’s Led Zeppelin ride, signed in black felt tip by Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones. Roll

Felt tip signatures, “Best wishes, John Bonham,” and “Robert Plant,” and ballpoint signatures, “Jimmy Page,” and “John Paul Jones,” on a 4.25 x 6.5 sh

Color 1979 Belgium 45 rpm record sleeve for ‘Whole Lotta Love/Immigrant Song,’ signed in blue felt tip by Robert Plant and Jimmy Page. In very good co

Signed book: Jimmy Page. Publisher’s deluxe edition of ten copies (this being No. IX). England: Genesis Publications, 2010. Hardcover with slipcase, 1

Babylon by Bus album signed and inscribed in the die-cut ‘window’ in blue ink, “Jim, Rastafari live, Bob Marley.” In fine condition. The record and in

Idiosyncratic pianist, composer, and arranger (1917–1982) who takes a place among the most innovative and influential figures of modern jazz. Two Hour

Theatre of Pain album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Vince Neil, Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee, and Mick Mars. In fine condition, with some lig

Program cover from a live performance of The Wall, signed in blue and black felt tip by Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Nick Mason, and Rick Wright. Matt

Animals album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Roger Waters and Rick Wright, in silver ink by David Gilmour, and in blue felt tip by Nic

Pink Floyd’s 1992 box set Shine On. Set includes a hardcover book, 9 x 12, signed on the title page in felt tip and ink by David Gilmour, Nick Mason,

Fantastic vintage 8 x 10 program photo from 1957 of the King in a near-profile pose, taken from the inside of Presley’s 1957 Photo Folio, signed in bl

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Elvis Presley,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 lightly-lined sheet of note paper. Sheet is notated by the original recipient,

Color vintage 5 x 7 cardstock photo of Presley posing outdoors in a blue jacket, and bearing a pre-printed signature and sentiment, signed on the reve

A Day at the Races album signed on the front cover in yellow artist’s pencil by Freddie Mercury, Roger Taylor, and Brian May, and in blue felt tip by

Box set entitled The Complete Works, 12.5 x 12.5, featuring 14 albums, each in an individual white sleeve bearing a gold Roman numeral above the ban...

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 album page, with a s

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, and Keith Richards on a 7 x 9 off-white lined sheet, with Richards adding, “Love from the

Exceptional limited edition 17 x 26 print entitled ‘Sinatra in Concert,’ numbered 29/300, signed in the lower left in felt tip by Sinatra, and in the

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Paul Sawyer’s 1956 portrait of Sinatra, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Harry Ty, Good luck, Frank Si

Typed lyrics to ‘Stand On It,’ one page, 8.5 x 11, hand-corrected throughout in red ink by Springsteen. Springsteen makes brief corrections on seven d

Under a Blood Red Sky album signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono 91,” “Edge,” “Adam,” and “Larry.” In fine condition, with irregular ink

Joshua Tree tour program, 9.5 x 12.5, signed on the first page in blue ballpoint, “Bono 88,” “Best wishes, Edge,” “Adam,” and “Larry.” In fine conditi

Color 8 x 5.5 promotional postcard for the Republic Pictures film Eighteen and Anxious, signed in ballpoint by Bono, who has sketched a hat on the hea

Achtung Baby album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Bono and Edge. In fine condition, with some scattered light edge creases and a James

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of the entire Von Trapp Family Singers, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen by one of the family members, “To Madam

ABBAntologia album signed on the front cover in gold and black ink by Benny Andersson, Agnetha Fältskog, Frida Lyngstad, and Björn Ulvaeus...

Back in Black album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Phil Rudd, and in purple ink by Cliff Williams. Scatter

Satin-finish 8 x 10 Columbia publicity photo, signed in person in blue felt tip by Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kram

Six albums, each signed on the cover in ink or felt tip by the associated recording artist. Signers are: Tommy James; Peter Noone; Gary Lewis; Mark Vo

Souvenir printed lyrics to ‘Blue Sky,’ on a light blue 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed in blue felt tip by Dickey Betts, Butch Trucks, and Jaimoe. In fine cond

Unused 13? Evans coated drumhead, signed in black felt tip by Gregg Allman and in blue felt tip by Dickey Betts, Butch Trucks, and Jaimoe, adding a sm

Original handbill for Armstrong’s engagement at the Liverpool Empire beginning on September 12, 1932, 5 x 7.5, featuring Armstrong, Esther Ralston, Le

Funplex album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, Cindy Wilson, and Keith Strickland. In fine condition, with

Scarce felt tip signatures of Pete Ham, Joey Molland, Mike Gibbings, and Tom Evans on an off-white 5 x 3.75 album page, with one member adding, “All t

Original concert program from Basie’s 1957 UK tour, 8.25 x 10.5, 14 pages, with photos, articles, and song selections. Small pencil notation to one pa

Singer best known for James Bond theme songs for Goldfinger, Diamonds Are Forever, and Moonraker. Original color 12 x 19 poster for Bassey’s two-week

Pet Sounds album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine, and Bruce Johnston. In fine condition, with a mild

Color limited edition 22.5 x 26.25 print of their Please Please Me album cover, numbered 2511/9800, with all four of the band member’s signatures prin

Original Beatles salesman sample calendar, 11.5 x 18, featuring an image of the Beatles posing in front of a brick entry way with printed signatures o

Two items: first, an ink signature, “Irving Berlin,” on a off-white card. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Berlin at a piano to an overall

Vintage ballpoint signatures of Bern Elliott, Alan Judge, Wally Allen, Eric Willmer, and John Povey on a large 10 x 16 off-white album page, also sign

Original color 13.75 x 22 poster for Berry’s October 3 concert at the University Center Ballroom supported by Yellowstone. Poster has been laminated.

Original 13.25 x 22 color poster for upcoming summer 1975 shows at the Paramount Northwest in Seattle, Washington. Among the acts listed are Blue Oyst

Signed book: State of the Blues. First edition, first printing. NY: Aperture, 1998. Hardcover with dust jacket, 9.75 x 12.25, 174 pages. Signed inside