RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents and Autographs

American actor (1931–1955) best known for his star turns in three 1950s screen classics: East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant. His untimely

Exceptional original charcoal and pastel portrait of James Dean, done by artist, Ray Lucas, on a light gray 13.25 x 20 sheet. Image depicts Dean in a

Original vintage signed charcoal, ink and chalk sketch of John Barrymore on his deathbed, with white highlights in either chalk or pastel, drawn by De

ALS signed with her married name “Margot Arias,” two pages both sides, 5.75 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September 19. A letter to Dr. Daum. In part: “

Personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, payable to Southern California Telephone Co. for $13.11, February 25, 1947. Two sm

ALS signed “Jack,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to George Cukor. In full: “How is it going? Are you happy? Is it fun? I’m

Pioneer of modern dance, choreography, and theatrical lighting (1862–1928). ALS in mixed English and French, one page, 4.25 x 6.75, no date. A letter

Special effects artist (1902–1965) remembered for his innovative trick photography techniques and winner of two Acadamy Award wins for Best Special Ef

Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Gable, payable to Gail Strickling for $12.00, April 4, 1947. In fine condition, with a c

DS, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, February 12, 1945. Letter to Loew’s Incorporated agreeing to work for free for the war effort. In full: “At the requ