RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

Color satin-finish 18 x 12 photo of the band on rollerskates, signed in silver ink and blue felt tip by Rob Halford, Glenn Tipton, K.K. Downing, and I

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 group photo, signed in black felt tip and silver ink by Steve Walsh, Phil Ehart, Rich Williams, Billy Greer, Steve Morse, an

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo, signed in blue ballpoint, “May I wish you the very best of everything in life always from Mario Lanza.” In

Color glossy 11 x 14 photo of Lennon performing, signed in black and blue felt tip by 35 musicians. Signers are: The Guess Who’s Randy Bachman, Jim Ka

Color glossy 12 x 18 photo of a promotional poster for a 1967 New York City concert at the Forest Hills Tennis Stadium, signed in blue felt tip by Joh

Color glossy 10 x 8 group photo, signed in blue felt tip by John Sebastian, Steve Boone, Joe Butler, and Jerry Yester. In fine condition.

Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the cover of Street Survivors, signed in blue and silver ink by Bob Burns, Artimus Pyle, Leslie Hawkins, Greg T. Walker,

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of their Smokes album art, signed in blue ink and felt tip, “Bob Burns, Freebird,” “Artimus Pyle, Lynyrd Skynyrd, I Ain’t th

Color glossy 10.25 x 10.75 photo of the band’s Smoke album cover, signed in blue and black felt tip by Gary Rossington, JoJo Billingsley, Greg T. Walk

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Mancini behind a piano, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and dings.

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 composite photo of Marley and the lyrics to ‘Duppy Conqueror,’ signed in blue felt tip by Junior Marvin, Aston ‘Family Man’

Glossy 10 x 12.5 Gordy Recording Artists promotional photo of the ladies in matching gowns, signed in blue felt tip, “Love & God Bless, Martha, ...

Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Miller holding his trombone, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a single tack hole to top border and

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of a smiling Pavarotti in a shirt and tie, signed in blue felt tip “Luciano Pavarotti ‘78.” In fine condition, with upper right co

Glossy 8 x 10 promotional photo of Pavarotti for MGM’s Yes, Giorgio, signed in black felt tip, “Luciano Pavarotti 86.” In fine condition.

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo, signed and inscribed in purple felt tip “Peter Yarrow—To Frank,” adding a peace sign and “love” and signed in black felt

Color satin-finish 11 x 17 photo of the back of The Dark Side of the Moon album cover, signed in blue ink by the producer, Alan Parsons. In very fine

Glossy 10 x 8 Sire Records publicity photo from 1987, signed in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Dee Dee, and Tommy Ramone. In fine condition.

Glossy 10 x 8 promotional photo for Rock ‘n’ Roll High School, signed in black felt tip by Tommy, Marky, Richie, and Elvis Ramone. In fine condition,

Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the front cover of the February 13, 1985, issue of Rolling Stone, signed in felt tip and ink by 19 inductees: Don

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Jagger preening on stage, signed in blue ballpoint. In very good condition, with scattered surface loss, filled in with felt ti

American jazz saxophonist (1925-1985). Classic semi-glossy 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Sims performing on stage, signed in blue felt tip, “Zoot Sims.” I

Satin-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of a young Slick, signed in black felt tip, “A bit more innocent, Grace Slick.” In fine condition, with a

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Slick drinking a beer in a bathroom stall and flashing one of her breasts, signed in black felt tip and adding a “No Ebay,’ ref

Vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in green fountain pen, “Sincerely, Kate Smith.” Rippling along left edge and some other s

Cardstock 10 x 8 publicity photo, signed in black felt tip by John Kay, Michael Wilk, Ron Hurst, and Danny Johnson. In fine condition.

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of a young Streisand, signed in person in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered toning to borders.

Color satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of the group performing, signed in-person in blue felt tip by Diana Ross, Cindy Birdsong, and Mary Wilson. In fine co

American composer (1896–1989) best known for his two operas written with Gertrude Stein. Thomson was also the only composer ever to receive the Pulitz

Color satin-finish 11 x 17 photo of a poster for a 1968 Turtles concert at the Fillmore East, signed in blue felt tip by Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan

Glossy 11 x 14 photo of the band during their 2004 reunion, signed in silver ink by Eddie and Alex Van Halen, in black felt tip by Michael Anthony, an

Color satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the original members, signed in felt tip and ink by Eddie and Alex Van Halen, Michael Anthony, and David Lee Roth.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Claude, Yours vocally, Sarah Vaughan.” In very good condition, with a sing

Color satin-finish 11 x 17 photo of a poster for a Village People concert at the Hollywood Bowl in 2009, signed in silver ink by Felipe , Alex B

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the band, signed in blue felt tip by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, and John Entwistle. In fine condition.

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the four original members, signed in silver ink by Roger Daltrey and John Entwistle, and in blue felt tip by Pete Townshe

Color satin-finish 11 x 14 head-and-shoulders photo, signed boldly in silver ink, “John Williams.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surfa

Color satin-finish 14 x 11 artistic photo of the stage and crowd at Woodstock, signed in blue and black felt tip by 25 participants. Signers are: Joe

Color glossy 14 x 11 photo of a Woodstock movie poster, signed in blue felt tip by 16 performers: Johnny Winter, Edgar Winter, Wavy Gravy, Melanie, Jo

Off-white 8? tambourine, signed on the head in blue felt tip, “Ride Like The Wind, Christopher Cross 2012.” Typical slight irregularities and discolor

Sizable vintage autograph collection consisting of 25 autograph albums containing a little over 1000 autographs and approximately 300 loose album page

Signed book: Great Stars of the American Stage. First edition. NY: Greenberg, 1952. Hardcover, 9.25 x 12.25. Signed on the opening and closing end pag

TLS, one page, 5 x 7, December 31, 1963. Letter to Leonard Lyons of the New York Post. In full: “Please forgive the crass bungling of your thank-you n

Outstanding vintage glossy 6.75 x 9.25 photo of Baker in a strapless dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Eno,’ with affection, from your

Regal vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Edna, with love, Josephine Baker 1951.” In very good condition

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Ball in a lovely gown, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Dr. Herschfus, With my best wishes—Always, Lucille Ball

Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Bara snuggling with a canine pal, signed in fountain pen, “Theda Bara 1916.” In fine condition, with some scattere

Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “For Mrs. Worheimer, Salutations! Theda Bara 1933,” on an off-white 6.75 x 4 irregularly trimmed album

ALS, two pages, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, July 11, 1946. Letter of thanks to a columnist. In part: “Thank you very much indeed for giving me tha

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Paramount Pictures letterhead, September 14, 1926. Letter to the manager of Seattle’s Liberty Theatre. In part: “I place the

TLS signed (by Bogart) “Mayo & Humphrey Bogart,” one page, 7 x 10.75, personal letterhead, December 28, 1942. Bogart writes to Eloise [Coats, fo...

DS, seven sides of four pages, 8.5 x 11, February 1, 1982. Theatrical motion picture talent agency contract between Bishop and International Creative

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Bow holding her baby son, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Elaine Dear, All our love always, Clara and G

Pristine ink signature, “Marlon Brando,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 slip, clipped from the closing of a contract. In very fine condition.

Notarized DS, twelve pages, 8.5 x 13, March 19, 1937. Declaration of trust for Robert H. Cobb and Victor Ford Collins concerning the sale of the famed

ANS signed “Billie,” one both sides of one of her 3.25 x 2.5 Mrs. Florenz Ziegfeld calling cards, no date. Brief note to George Cukor. In full: “I’d l

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Richard Burton.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and surface

TLS signed “Eddie,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, December 15, 1955. Letter to California Governor Goodwin Knight. In part: “How nice it

Famed B-movie director and producer (1914–1977) known for directing films with many gimmicks which were ambitiously promoted. Blue ink signature and i

Scarce vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 double weight Ruth Harriet Louise MGM publicity photo of Chaney in Marine dress uniform as he appeared in the 1926

Crisp and bold vintage fountain pen signature, “Best wishes, Charlie Chaplin 1930,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 sheet. In fine condition, with a couple

Terrific vintage glossy 5.75 x 4 photo of Chaplin leaning out a train window next to Jack Fitchett, manager of The Palace Theatre, mounted to a slight

FDC with a cachet honoring the Jamestown Festival, signed in blue ballpoint by Chaplin, “Charles Chaplin.” In fine condition, with handwritten address

Film actress (1901-1944) who began her career as a popular child star in silent movies. She married Charlie Chaplin in 1918 only to separate the next

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 5, 1981. Certificate on behalf of the secretary of Esquire Holding Company stating that Coppola has been elected directo

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Universal publicity photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Willis from your pal, Lou Costello.” A few scattered creas

TLS, two pages, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, September 11, 1973. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thank you for telling me that you’ve enjoyed my films—

TLS, one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, May 5, 1969. Short letter of thanks to Bill Gott. In part: “Thank you so much for being so wonderful to me

ALS signed “Crystal,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, no date. Brief letter to George Cukor. In full: “I hope these will fit into your home—

Five one page TLSs, all signed “Joan,” all 6 x 7, dating from 1975–1977, all to the same recipients. All letters contain cordial content and thanks yo

Distinguished Hungarian-born American film director (1886–1962) who helmed such all-time classics as Casablanca, Angels with Dirty Faces, Yankee Doodl

TLS signed “George,” three pages, 8.25 x 10.5, March 2, 1953. Letter to his producer of The Actress, Lawrence Weingarten. In part: “Your observations

TLS, two pages, 8.25 x 10.75, no date. Letter to James Bellows, Associate Editor of the Los Angeles Times. In part; “I have enjoyed and appreciated th

TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11 and 8 x 10 respectively, National Corporate Fund for Dance letterhead, December 31, 1978. Letter of thanks to a contributor.

Vintage ink signature, “Dorothy Dandridge,” on an off-white slip clipped from a Who’s Who publication with a small image of Dandridge and a printed bi

Off-white mailing envelope, 3.5 x 6.5, signed in black ballpoint, “My best, Love, Sammy Davis, Jr.” Scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition.

Author and screenwriter (1903–1990) who was nominated for an Academy Award for her screen adaptation of the Arthur Richman play, The Awful Truth. DS,

Ballpoint signature, “Brian Donlevy,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4.5 album page with newspaper photo affixed to the lower right. In fine condition, with mi

French actor, screenwriter, and director (1889–1976) who played Napoleon in “Napoleon” by Abel Gance. Program cover from a performance of ‘Les Nuits D

Dublin-born film and theatre actor (1892-1982) who appeared in films such as The Informer and Bride of Frankenstein. Ink signature, “Neil Fitzgerald,”

Actor best-known as Capt. Binghampton on McHale’s Navy. Vintage ballpoint signature, “For Henry—All the best, Joe Flynn,” on an off-white 8 x 7 sheet.

Screenwriter (1916–2009) best known for his screenplay for the film To Kill a Mockingbird. Ink signature, “Horton Foote,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card.

Vintage ink signature, “John Ford,” on a glossy off-white 5 x 3.5 sheet with a typed notation in the upper right. In fine condition, with light skippi

Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 Clarence Sinclair Bull photo of Gable climbing into an automobile, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen “To Dixie,

Charming vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of a young Garland seated atop a brick wall, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Arnold, Sincer

Godfather souvenir book/program, 8.5 x 11, signed on the cast page in blue ballpoint by Al Pacino, and in blue felt tip by Morgana King and Nino Rota,

Mary Gordon (1882-1963) was a Scottish actress who primarily played housekeepers and mothers, best remembered as Mrs. Hudson in the Sherlock Holmes mo

TLS, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, July 9, 1963. Letter written from the majestic Theater to an admirer. In part: “Thank you for your ch

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Gloria Grahame,” on an off-white 4.25 x 6 album page with affixed 2 x 3 candid glossy photo. In fine condition, with

Glossy 8 x 10 Columbia promotional photo of Grant for The Howards of Virginia, signed in black felt tip. In good condition, with noticeable creases, s

Renowned French actress and cabaret singer (1865–1944) who was immortalized in a number of works by prominent Belle Époche poster artists Henri...

Actor (1876-1959) who appeared in over 180 films over five decades, best remembered as Carter, the bank examiner in It’s a Wonderful Life. Vintage fou

Postmaster general in the Harding administration (1879–1954) who later headed the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America, in which capac

DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, August 1, 1982. Agreement between Henson and Muppets Inc., for Henson “to render services as a puppeteer in connection with t

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hepburn posing between her Sabrina co-stars Humphrey Bogart and William Holden, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Robe

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of the demure actress, signed and inscribed in blue ink to ballet russe dancer George Zoritch, “To Geor

Regal satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Hepburn as she appeared in the award-winning My Fair Lady, signed in black felt tip. Water spot to background in th

TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, July 4, 1992. Brief letter to an admirer. In full: “I traveled there after the war—My father was a doct

ALS signed “Kate Hep,” one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, no date, but postmarked December 29, 1969. Letter to Alex Tiers. In full: “How nice o

Clipped 3.5 x 7.75 newspaper photo of Hitchcock, signed vertically in black ink and affixed to a slightly larger card. Accompanied by the original Alf