RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

ALS in German, signed “Schumann-Heink,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10, Waldorf-Astoria letterhead, New York, December 4, 1911. Letter to a gentleman.

Renowned Prague-born alto (1861–1936) best known for her Wagnerian operatic roles. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Schumann-Heink in costume by W

German composer (1819–1896) regarded as one of the most distinguished pianists of the Romantic era. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Elliott and F

Hungarian conductor (1850–1898) who conducted the premiere performance of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9, and is especially associated with Wagner’s operas.

Polish soprano (1858–1935) who enjoyed a lengthy career at the New York Metropolitan Opera. Original 4.25 x 5.5 cabinet photo of Sembrich holding a fa

Striking vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Sousa in his bandmaster uniform, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen “John Philip Sousa to Dr.

Unsigned “Manhattan Beach Amusement Programme,” 6.75 x 10, 17 pages, with two pages featuring the concert program for “Sousa’s Grand Concerts” on Augu

American dramatic soprano (1870–1946). Original 4.25 x 7.25 cabinet-style photo by Sarony of New York, signed and inscribed vertically in black ink, “

French violinist (1880–1953) who was part of a trio along with pianist Alfred Cortot and cellist Pablo Casals. Vintage 4.25 x 6.5 full-length cabinet

Dramatic soprano (1831–1877) whose triumphant career was cut short by cancer. Original 4.25 x 6.5 full-length cabinet photo by Elliott and Fry of Tiet