RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

German composer (1830–1908) who worked as a church organist and composed many operas, of which Die Folkunger was most famous. Original 4.5 x 6.5 cabin

Enormously popular Czech-born violin virtuoso (1880–1940). AMQS on an off-white 7 x 5 album page dated June 11. Kubelik beautifully pens the first thr

Enormously popular Czech-born violin virtuoso (1880–1940). Uncommon oversized 5.25 x 8.5 boudoir cabinet photo of Kubelik posing with two women, most

American conductor and pianist (1837–1909) who conducted the world premiere of Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in Boston. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabin

French baritone (1847–1909). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Falk of New York, signed at the top of the image in black ink, “J. Lassalle, Boston

French musical composer (1832–1918) best-known for La fille de Madame Angot. ALS in French, signed “Ch. Lecocq,” three pages on two adjoining sheets,

Renowned German operatic soprano (1848–1929). Original crystal-clear 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. C. Schaarwachter of Berlin, signed below the image

Celebrated soprano (1820–1887), known as the ‘Swedish Nightingale,’ who, under the management of P. T. Barnum, became the most renowned and highly pai

Circa 1860s albumen carte-de-visite of the famed composer and pianist by Fritz Luckhardt of Vienna. Photographer's stamp on front and back. Penc...

Original albumen carte-de-visite portrait of composer Franz Liszt with photographer's stamp to front and back. Paper loss to the bottom of the f...

Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Nadar of Paris, boldly signed and inscribed in black ink “To Fred P. Bacon Esq., in kind remembrance, Laura Schir

French soprano (1835–1923). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by W. and D. Downey of London, signed in the lower border in black ink, and als

French violinist and composer (1874–1934). Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo, signed and inscribed in black ink in French and dated 1898. Some light surf

French violinist and composer (1874–1934). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Marteau posing with his violin, by Sarony of New York, signed in black

Important Italian composer, conductor, and pianist (1858–1909) who helped introduce the works of Richard Wagner to Italy. ALS in Italian, signed “G. M

Original personal calling card bearing Massenet’s name and title, 4 x 2.25, signed in black ink, “J. Massenet,” below a brief untranslated ANS in Fren

French composer (1842–1912) best known for such operas as ‘Manon,’ ‘Werther,’ and ‘Thais.’ Handwritten pass, in French, signed “Massenet,” on an off-w

Legendary Australian opera soprano (1861–1931) revered as one of the greatest singers of her day. She also lent her name to a number of dishes, includ

Dutch conductor (1871–1951) highly regarded for his interpretations of Bach and the late Romantic repertoire. The extent of his cooperation with the N

Classical conductor (1859–1940) who endured public scrutiny in 1917 as to his allegiance during World War I. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by F. O

Belgian violin virtuoso and composer (1854–1929). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Musin with his violin tucked under his arm by Falk of New York,

Vintage 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Leon and Lamothe of Paris, signed and inscribed at the bottom of the image in black ink “To Roger Wentworth, a sou

Hungarian conductor (1855–1922). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. C. Schaarwachter of Berlin, signed in the lower border in black ink. In very

Well-regarded Swedish operatic soprano (1843–1921). Gorgeous original 6.5 x 4.25 cabinet photo of Nilsson in an extravagant gown by Gurney of New York

Hardcover guest book from an unknown town hall, 10 x 12, spanning the years of 1939–1945, signed inside by hundreds of guests, including authors, ente

American baritone (1858–1894) who sang the part of the Templar Brian de Bois Guilbert in Sir Arthur Sullivan's grand opera, Ivanhoe. Original 4....

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

American composer (1839–1906) who was the first to achieve fame for large-scale orchestral music. Original 4.25 x 6.5 head-and-shoulders cabinet photo

American composer (1839–1906) who was the first American to achieve fame for large-scale orchestral music. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. Not

Canadian violinist (1890–1963) who was a child prodigy. Original 6.5 x 4.25 cabinet photo of Parlow performing by E. Bieber of Berlin, signed in black

Russian violin virtuoso (1873–1948) and a gold medalist at the Moscow Conservatory. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Petschnikoff posing outdoors

Internationally acclaimed American violinist (1867–1920). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Powell holding her violin by Dupont of New York, signed

English tenor (1821–1900) who was the foremost vocalist of the mid-Victorian era. Original and early 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by W. and A. H. Fry of B

Hungarian-born violinist (1828–1898) who toured worldwide and earned a reputation as one of the top virtuosi of his day. Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet phot

Polish pianist (1862–1946), a pupil of Franz Liszt and colleague to many great musicians including Brahms, Strauss, and Massenet. Original 4.25 x 6.5

French operatic soprano (1846–1926) especially celebrated for her interpretation of the title role in Bizet's Carmen. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabine...

Russian pianist and composer (1829–1894) acclaimed as one of the foremost keyboard artists of all time. ALS in German, signed “Art. Rubenstein,” one p

Piano virtuoso known especially for his interpretations of Chopin (1887–1982). Uncommon program for Rubinstein’s concert at Carnegie Hall on March 15,

ALS in French, signed “C. St. S,” one page, 4.5 x 7, St. Germain-en-Laye, July 17, 1900. Cryptic letter in French. In full (translated): “It is agreed

Austrian bass-baritone (1838–1886) who created the role of Gurnemanz in the world premiere of Wagner’s opera Parsifal. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visi

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