RR Auction: Rare Manuscripts, Documents, and Autographs

TLS signed “Richie A,” one page, 8 x 10.25, Old Friars letterhead, April 11, 1962. Letter to Robert Angus. In part: “I cannot think how the Bank can h

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photo of Baker in a very risque costume, signed in purple fountain pen. A few creases and some scattered light rubb

Gorgeous vintage pearl-finish 2.25 x 3.25 photo of Baker in a jeweled headpiece, by Isabel of Paris, signed in fountain pen. Light scattered soiling,

Actress (1879–1959) from the famous Barrymore clan whose performance in None but the Lonely Heart earned her the 1944 Academy Award for Best Supportin

French actress (1844–1923), known as ‘The Divine Sarah,’ who became one of the most revered personalities ever to grace the stage. Vintage matte-finis

Unsigned handwritten manuscript, in pencil, three pages, 8.25 x 10.75, no date. An article in French entitled “Au Canada,” in part (translated): “I ju

Vintage magazine cover from the June 7, 1954, issue of Time magazine, featuring Bogart as Captain Queeg in The Caine Mutiny, with printing under the i

Handsome vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Bogart with slicked back hair, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Charles, good luck, Humphrey Bogart

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Gutekunst of Philadelphia, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Edwin Booth.” In very good condition,

British character actor (1895–1953) best known for his frequent role as Dr. Watson opposite Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes. Vintage matte-finish 8

Articulate and humorous TLS signed “Take care, Mar,” one page, 8.5 x 11, 1957. Letter to Eddie Sherman of the Honolulu Advertiser. In full (spelling a

ANS signed “Jim Cagney,” on a 5.75 x 3.5 picture postcard of Cagney’s paintings of posies, April 1974. In full: “Warm thanks & some ‘posies’ fro...

American actor and singer who played the pianist Sam in Casablanca (1886–1953). Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Wilson sitting at a piano, signed

Italian ballet dancer, mime, and founder of the Cecchetti method (1850–1928). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Pagliano e Ricordi of Milan, signed

Ink signature, “Best wishes, Charlie Chaplin,” on a light blue 5 x 3 album page with a clipped photo of an elderly Chaplin affixed to the lower right

Two large black binders, 10.5 x 12, consisting of over 100 recipes intended for an apparently unpublished ‘Celebrity Cookbook,’ most handwritten and a

Highly regarded American actor (1920–1966) best known for his Oscar-nominated turns in such classics as Judgment at Nuremberg, From Here to Eternity,

Broadway star (1847–1924) who spent much of her youth dancing on stage for miners in the California Gold Rush, eventually becoming the protegee of act

American actor (1845–1928) who frequently played eccentric characters. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Sarony of New York, signed in the lower bo

Stunning vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 Hurrell photo of Crawford in a low-cut dress and bathed in shadows, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Iren

ALS, one page, 6.25 x 9, May 11, 1964. De Havilland declines an invitation. In part: “Thank you…for your kind invitation to attend the Elger Producers

Signed book: The Pocket Book of Great Drawings by Paul J. Sachs. NY: Pocket Books, Inc., 1951. Softcover, 4.25 x 6.25, 112 pages. Signed on the first

Choice personal check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, “Errol Flynn,” payable to Dr. C. W. Priddy for $21.12, April 5, 1946. In fi

ALS signed “Hank,” one page, 5.75 x 7.75, January 16, 1946. Letter to his “Ma.” In part: “I think it’s only right that you should know your son gave a

Director and producer (1893–1972) best known for the The Good Earth and Toll of the Sea. TLS signed “Sidney,” one page, 6.5 x 10, personal letterhead,

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 11, 1952. Gable gives Loew’s Incorprated his “consent to your using…reproductions of my signature, on my photographs

ALS signed “Ava,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, no date, but postmarked 1976. Letter to Harris William in Spain. In part: “I think I’m on the road to re

Lovely vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Garland in a striped shirt, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Tommy, love, Judy Garland.” Scattered surfa

Superb vintage pearl finish 8 x 10 Sinclair Bull portrait photo from Judy’s very first MGM sitting, taken on November 30, 1935, when Garland was 13 ye

Actor (1853–1937) best remembered today for portraying Sherlock Holmes on stage and in a 1916 silent film. His portrayal of Holmes helped create the m

DS, one page, 8.25 x 13, October 4, 1939. Document from Warner Bros., notifying Gorcey that the studio has allowed his contract of July 30, 1937 to ex

Comedian and voice actor (1895–1974) who appeared mostly on vaudeville and on radio. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 15, 1969. Director’s Guild of Ame

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 26, 1953. Grable gives Twentieth Century Fox permission to use her name in an upcoming film tentatively entitled Forgott

Theater owner (1879–1950) famed for his collection of hand and foot prints of movie stars. Vintage ink signature, “Sid Grauman,” on an off-white 5.25

Director and screenwriter (1893–1979), who directed Laurel and Hardy’s Babes in Toyland. ALS, on a 5.5 x 3.5 photo postcard, no date. Brief letter to

English theatrical director (1900–1971). TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Minnesota Theatre Company Foundation letterhead, May 13, 1964. Letter to a friend. I

Legendary screen actress (1911–1937), known for her unique sex appeal and her distinctive platinum blonde hairdo, who died of renal failure at the age

Vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 Hurrell photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen by ‘Mama Jean,’ “To Jean Rowley, Cordially, Jean Harlow.” Light

DS, one page, 8.5 x 14, June 1, 1929. Statement from Victor Talking Machine Company for royalties in the amount of $267.13 due Hart for the songs ‘Las

Glossy 8 x 10 Columbia Pictures publicity photo of Hepburn from Robin and Marion, signed in blue felt tip. Some scattered light creases and surface ma

American film director and producer (1898–1985) most well known for Westerns, especially those starring Randolph Scott and John Wayne. TLS signed “Hen

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Columbia Pictures publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Ralph, Best always, Rita Hayworth.” In good to very

Color glossy 8.25 x 10.25 photo of Hepburn and Cukor sitting on a curb in a London street, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip “For a pet, Katharine

Absolutely gorgeous glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hepburn in The Children's Hour, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Fantastic ALS signed “Audrey,” four onionskin pages, 8.25 x 10.75, St. Tropez, May 14, 1966. Letter to George Cukor from the set of Two for the Road.

Original vintage signed and inscribed fountain pen profile self-portrait on an off-white 4.5 x 6 album page. Page is still contained in its original 6

DS, one page, 6 x 4, June 13, 1940. State of California tax document identifying his employer as the 20th Century-Fox Film Corp., partially filled out

Early actor (1829–1905) who gained fame in Laura Keene’s company and appeared in many productions including, Rip Van Winkle. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabin

ALS signed “Deborah,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, March 6, 1951. Letter to Watson Webb, Jr. In part: “I am so

Tahitian (1924–1979) who became famous for her one acting role in the 1966 motion picture, Hawaii, for which she was nominated for an Academy Award. S