RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

Limited edition hand-painted animation cel, 12.75 x 10, #131/300, depicting Fred Flintstone about to perform surgery on Barney, signed in black felt t

Printed signed sketch of Daffy Duck on an off-white 5.5 x 8.5 sheet, signed at the bottom in pencil by Jones. In fine condition.

Original signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of Woody Woodpecker on an orange 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed and inscribed “To Carmon C. Norman, Walter Lantz

Three original hand-inked Mickey Finn daily comic strips, all measuring approximately 17 x 5.25, all having golf-related content. Each signed in one o

Charming 6.25 x 9 newspaper photo of Schulz at his drawing table, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition, with

TLS signed “Sparky,” one page, 8.5 x 11, National D-Day Memorial Foundation letterhead, May 15, 1999. Letter to Ed McGeean. In part: “The other day…I

Pioneering African-American contralto (1897–1993) best remembered for her memorable 1939 performance on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial after the Da

Vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.75 photo of a seated Anderson, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Miss Elinore Sayre, Sincerely, Marian Anderson.” In ver

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To J. W. Sayre, very sincerely, Claudio Arrau, Seattle 1950.” In very good conditio

Matte-finish 4 x 5.75 photo of Callas in a Japanese costume, perhaps from Madame Butterfly, signed and inscribed in blue ink “A Carla Moraudun, Maria

Composer (1887–1979). She studied at the Paris Conservatoire (1897-1904), where she won several prizes, and went on to write many vocal and instrument

Famed German composer (1833–1897) whose works in the Classical spirit, written in the midst of the Romantic era, take a place among the most enduring

ANS, one a 5.25 x 3.5 postcard, no date, but postmarked Naples, June 12, 1921. Short note to Ina Claire. In full: “To you and your dearest mother our

Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard three-quarter length photo of Caruso on the deck of a ship, signed in fountain pen, “Caruso.” In very good condition, wit

Vintage 4.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo of Casals playing his cello, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “To Mr. and Mrs. K. H. Browne,

Russian violinist (1891-1967), who began his virtuosic career as a child and played Carnegie Hall at age 17. His recording career spanned six decades,

Austrian baritone (1904-1982) who became a renowned opera singer after emigrating to the United States in 1933. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Gorin i

AMQS on a 5.25 x 3.25 off-white album page. Herbert pens three bars of music from his 1911 opera ‘Natoma,’ signed underneath, “With best wishes from V

Well-regarded Australian-born pianist, conductor, and composer (1882–1961) best known for his folk settings and colorful experimental works. Vintage m

TLS, one page, 7 x 10, personal letterhead, August 12, 1963. Letter addressed to “Whom It May Concern.” In full: “Evelyn Hellem was my personal secret

Polish pianist (1911-1959) whose career was put on hold when Germany invaded Poland in 1939. After refusing an offer to move to Berlin, she was arrest

Vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.5 photo, affixed to its original 6 x 9 mount, signed in fountain pen on the mount, “Jan Kubelik, 19. IV. 1906.” In fine con

French harpsichordist (1879–1959) whose performances, teaching, recordings, and writings played a large role in reviving the popularity of the harpsic

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

Popular Austrian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage 4 x 6 postcard photo of an a

Three vintage matte finish 8 x 10 photos, each signed and inscribed in ink and fountain pen by the respective singer pictured. Signers are: Frederick

Two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning Italian American composer (1911–2007) best known for such popular operas as The Consul, The Saint of Bleecker Street,

ALS signed “Gian Carlo,” one page, 5.75 x 3.75, Capricorn letterhead, no date. Letter to Leonard Lyons. In full: “Do let me know what was old Serusff’

Polish pianist, composer, and politician (1860–1941) whose abounding talent and personal magnetism made him one of the most popular virtuosi of all ti

Influential classical pianist (1881-1962) whose repertoire focused on Bach, Liszt, Beethoven, and Brahms. He escaped from Poland the day before German

Italian-born composer and opera director (1771–1839) who was one of the first teachers of the young Franz Liszt. ALS in Italian, signed “your most dev

Remarkable Italian violinist and composer (1782–1840) generally regarded as the greatest virtuoso in the history of the instrument. Paganini’s strikin

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Piatigorsky holding his cello, signed and inscribed in blue fountain pen “To Elinore Sayre, with my best wishes, Gregor

Scottish violist (1904-1982) who played in the NBC Symphony Orchestra under Arturo Toscanini. In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II made him a Commander of the

Brazilian opera soprano (1902-1999), she was a leading artist of New York’s Metropolitan Opera from 1932 to 1952. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed

French composer and conductor (1904-2003), best remembered for his 1938 ballet Gaîté Parisienne. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Rosenthal ...

Vintage fountain pen signature, “S. Rachmaninoff 1937,” on a light pink 5.5 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned 4.75 x 6.

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

Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Stern playing his violin, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Mr. J. Willis Sayre—with warmest greetings, Isaac

Vintage glossy 7.75 x 9.25 photo of Stern playing his violin, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To J. W. Sayre—cordially—Isaac Stern, 1957.” Scatt

TLS, quickly signed “I Stravinsky,” one page, 8.5 x 5.25, March 1, 1960. Letter to Debbie Ishlon at Columbia Records. In part: “Would you kindly do tw

Austrian orchestra and opera conductor (1908–1989) and one of the most renowned conductors in music history. Color glossy 4 x 6 cardstock photo of von

Distinguished British composer (1902–1983) best known for such works as Façade, a theatrical collaboration with Edith Sitwell, and the oratorio...

Esteemed Russian composer (1840–1893) whose colorful, dramatic, and expressive works represent the epitome of the Russian Romantic tradition and take

Vintage hardcover 3.5 x 2.75 autograph album, signed inside in ballpoint and pencil by 18 performers, most single page with most signatures also back-

DS, one onionskin page, 8 x 13, October 9, 1962. Agreement between the Beach Boys and Capitol Records, in which Capitol agrees to pay the local union

Please Please Me album (original Parlophone first UK Beatles release) signed and inscribed on the back cover in ballpoint, “To Lynn, Love from George

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Beatles, George Harrison xxx,” and “Ringo Starr xxx,” on a salmon-colored 3 x 4 album page, still contained in its orig

Vintage black felt tip signatures, “Paul McCartney,” “Ringo Starr,” and “John Lennon,” and a red felt tip signature, “George Harrison,” on a blue 4.5

Vintage red ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,“ and “Ringo Starr,” and a blue ballpoint signature, “Beatles Paul McCartney,” on an

A Hard Day’s Night soundtrack album signed on the back cover in black ballpoint, “George Harrison,” “Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” and “Ringo Starr.

Fantastic original color vintage glossy 3.5 x 5 candid photo of the Beatles, dated June 1964, with fill-in drummer Jimmie Nicol, at a Hong Kong press

Vintage 5.75 x 3.5 Parlophone Records promotional photo from March of 1963, signed in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney,” “Ringo Starr,” and “George Har

Extremely early vintage glossy 5.25 x 3.5 promotional photocard of the band, with original drummer Pete Best, posing along with John Lennon, Paul McCa

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Paul McCartney xxx,” on a light blue 4.5 x 4 album page, with clipped photos of McCartney and John Lennon affixed to the

Abbey Road album signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In very good condition, with scattered creases, surface marks, and impressions, light ru

Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club band CD signed on the front of the sleeve in black felt tip. In fine condition. The CD is included. Accompanied by a

Close to You album signed in blue ballpoint, “’Carpenters,’ Richard Carpenter,” and “Karen Carpenter.” Scattered light overall creasing, light ‘ring o

Bold felt tip signature, “Hi! Karen Carpenter,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Signed book: Eric Clapton: The Autobiography. Limited edition, first edition, #488/1000. London: Century, 2007. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.25 x 9.5, 3

Vintage leather-bound autograph album, 6 x 5, signed inside in ballpoint and pencil by 28, including some country music greats, almost all single page

Dynamic, pioneering rock ’n’ roll musician (1938–1960), best known for his hit ‘Summertime Blues,’ who met his untimely end in a fatal automobile cras

Vintage ink signature, “Sincerely, George M. Cohan,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, a couple

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo of a smiling Cole, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, Nat King Cole.” Some rippling at t

ALS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, October 8, 1954. In part: “Enclosed please find check for 2.50 for which please mail me…D. G. Mason—The Dil

Country singer who died in the plane crash that also killed Patsy Cline. Vintage glossy 8 x 10.5 cardstock publicity photo, signed and inscribed in bl

Early TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, June 3, 1946. In part: “If you care to you mail me your Cinderella to the above address. I think I ought to warn you, h

Official Wilson Frontier League baseball signed in black ballpoint on a side panel by Dylan, on another side panel by Willie Nelson, and on a third si

Signed book: Rolling Thunder Logbook. Later printing. NY: Penguin Books, 1978. Softcover, 7 x 10, 184 pages. Signed and inscribed in red ink on page 9

Original vintage program from Alan Freed’s 1955 Easter Jubilee, 9 x 12, signed inside in blue ballpoint by 20 of the show’s participants next to their

Glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo for Duke Ellington and his Famous Orchestra, signed in black felt tip, “Good luck, Duke Ellington.” In fine condition, w

Color 10 x 12.75 Rolling Stone magazine photo of the band from the August 7, 1980, issue, signed in blue felt tip by Jerry Garcia, Brent Mydland, Bill

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 cardstock photo, signed in red ballpoint by Haley and also signed in pencil by four of the Comets, with one inscribing to Barbara. R

Fantastic and rare vintage 6.5 x 4.5 Family Dog postcard signed on the reverse in purple ballpoint by all three members, “Love always, Jimi Hendrix,”

One of the earliest and biggest of the rock ‘n’ roll stars, Holly died tragically in a plane crash February 3, 1959, en route to a concert. ALS in pen

Original 1958 Buddy Holly and the Crickets U. K. tour concert program cover, front and back, 8.5 x 10.5, signed in black ballpoint on the back cover f

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “To Jon, Michael Jackson, Be Cool,” “Marlon Jackson,” “Jermaine Jackson 5,” “Randy Jackson,” “Jackie,” and “Joe Jackson,

AMQS at the bottom of a young boy’s 1933 letter to Kern seeking his autograph. Letter measures 5.25 x 5.5 with Kern adding a four-bar AMQS from ‘Music

Highly regarded American songwriter (1885–1945) best known for the musical Showboat and for such standards as “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes.” Personal chec

Czechoslovakian-born composer (1897–1957) who, after producing much well-received “serious” music (including the still-important opera ‘Die Tote Stadt

Austrian-American composer (1901-1988), he collaborated with lyricist Alan Jay Lerner on Broadway musicals My Fair Lady and Camelot. Vintage fountain

Influential jazz bassist and composer (1922–1979) whose complex, innovative works meld elements of jazz, classical, and gospel. DS, signed “Charles Mi

Vintage fountain pen signatures of Donald, John, Herbert, and Harry Mills on an 3.25 x 3.75 off-white slip clipped from the back of an envelope. One o

Influential jazz bassist and composer (1922–1979) whose complex, innovative works meld elements of jazz, classical, and gospel. Rare matte-finish 5.25

Considered one of the most influential jazz musicians ever, Parker and Dizzy Gillespie helped develop Bebop as a reaction against the prevalent swing

Distinctive French chanteuse (1915–1963), who attained worldwide popularity in the 1940s and 1950s and was revered as one of France’s cultural treasur

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Elvis Presley,” on the reverse of an off-white 5 x 3.5 piece of a Lucky Strike cigarette label. Two vertical creases pas

Jazz pianist (1924-1966). DS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 16.5, July 26, 1949. Uniform popular songwriters contract between J. J. Robbi

Bold ink signature, “Thanks, Elvis Presley,” on a light pink 5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with a bit of trivial edge toning and a slight bru

Captivating vintage glossy 8 x 10 Sun Records promotional photo of a young Presley in a suit and tie, signed in fountain pen, “Yours, Elvis Presley.”

Signed book: 40 Years of Queen. First edition. England: Carlton Books, 2011. Hardcover with dustjacket, 10 x 11.5, 92 pages. Signed on the title page

DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, August 20, 1968. Agreement between Elvis, Colonel Tom Parker, RCA Records, and the Singer Company regarding the financial arr

Color limited edition 10 x 14 Queen fan club promotional lithograph for Innuendo, signed in black felt tip by Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon

A Night At The Opera album signed and inscribed on the front cover, “All the best Bill, Brian May,” “Freddie Mercury,” “John Deacon,” and “Keep Yourse

Singer, known as the “King of Soul,” who died tragically in a plane crash at the age of 26; a month thereafter ‘(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay’ was

Vintage glossy 5.5 x 3.5 postcard photo of the group, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, and Charlie

Color 21.5 x 34 lithograph of their Tattoo You cover art, signed in red felt tip by Mick Jagger and in black felt tip by Keith Richards, Ron Wood, and

All Stars ’64 rock and roll show souvenir program, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Jones, and also signed and inscribed on th

AMQS on an off-white 7.25 x 3.25 sheet of music paper. Sills pens four bars of an unidentified work, writing at the top, “My mother is my strongest in

Vintage ink signature and inscription, “All the best to Gotham Recording. Happy Grooves! Frank Sinatra,” on an off-white 8 x 11 guest book page. Page