RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

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