RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

American soldier and statesman (1821–1875) who served as a general in the Civil War and as the last Confederate secretary of war. ANS, one page, light

Politician and officer in the Union Army (1845–1898) who later amassed a fortune, mainly in railroads. Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Fredrick’s of

New Hampshire born personality (1829–1889) who was the first deaf-blind American person to learn to communicate in the English language. ALS signed “L

British orator and statesman (1811–1889). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by Mayall of London, signed in the lower border in black ink. In f

Two items: one unsigned original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by Brady of New York; and one original unused ticket to the Senate gallery to view t

American politician (1860–1925), three-time presidential candidate, secretary of state under Woodrow Wilson, and one of the attorneys in the 1925 Scop

American politician (1860–1925), three-time presidential candidate, secretary of state under Woodrow Wilson, and one of the attorneys in the 1925 Scop

Congressman from New York and editor of the North American Review (1851–1917). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by C. M. Bell of Washington, signed a

Maryland physician who treated Robert E. Lee after the Civil War. Original unsigned 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Bendann Brothers of Baltimore. P

Famed American naturalist (1837–1921) best known for his writings on nature and travel. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 4.75, no date. Letter to Robert Underwood

Original 7 x 9.5 gelatin silver photo of Burroughs circa early 1900s. Sharp and clean matte image. Glue and paper residue on back, otherwise only mini

Mounted display with large photo and handwritten caption in another hand saying Burroughs is weeding in his garden at Riverby. It also says “Photograp

Inventor, manufacturer, and railway constructor who patented a type of canal lock and improved the process for manufacturing pig and wrought iron. Ori

Politician from Kentucky (1834–1910) who served as Speaker of the House from 1883–1889 and Secretary of the Treasury from 1893–1897. Original 4 x 6.5

American surgeon (1817–1887) who performed numerous operations that had never been attempted, including severing the femoral artery to cure elephantia

Empress of Russia, 1762–1796. She had her husband murdered, Peter III, and proclaimed herself Czarina in 1762. Empress Catherine II’s large white pape

American suffragist and peace activist (1859–1947) who was one of the leading forces behind the adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment in 1920, ensuring

American educator and naturalist (1823–1883) who served as president of University of Wisconsin from 1867 to 1870, and president of Williams College f

British statesman and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize (1863-1937). Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed across the top in fountain pen

Lawyer from New Hampshire (1835–1917) who served as secretary of the navy under Chester A. Arthur. Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by W. G. C. Kimball

New York attorney (1826–1877) and US representative from New York. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Brady of Washington, D. C., signed below

LS, one page, 9.5 x 13.5, Whitehall Treasury Chambers, June 6, 1683. Letter from the Lords of the Treasury to “John, Earl of Bridgewater,” asking for

Original 7 x 4 group portrait of men and women posing outdoors together below a sign that reads, “Chicago Photographic Co. Kruse & Roberts Props...

American lawyer and diplomat (1832–1917). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Sarony of New York, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Joseph H.

Distinguished statesman, US senator, secretary of state, speaker of the house, and three-time presidential candidate (1777–1852) who became known as t

Attorney and politician (1809–1876) who served as governor of Massachusetts from 1853 to 1854. Original 2.5 x 4.35 carte-de-visite portrait by Diersta

Writer and advocate of phrenology (1788–1858) who founded the influential Edinburgh Phrenological Society. ALS signed “Geo. Combe,” one page both side

Grandson of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia, poet, and playwright (1858–1915). AQS in Russian on an off-white 6.5 x 2.75 sheet. Constantinovich writes, i

American Civil War financier and railroad magnate (1821–1905). Vintage ink signature, “Jay Cooke,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1.25 slip clipped from a larg

American Civil War financier and railroad magnate (1821–1905). Partial ANS, one page, 5.5 x 2.5, no date. Partial portion of a longer letter reads, “t

Scientist from Harvard University (1827–1894) who was instrumental in the measurement of atomic weights. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 9, Chemical Laboratory o

Noted American paleontologist and comparative anatomist (1840–1897) who founded the Neo-Lamarckism school of thought. The intense competition to disco

American businessman and politician (1794–1872) best known for his investments in railroads. Free franked 5.5 x 3 mailing envelope, addressed in anoth

US Congressman and diplomat (1824–1889). Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Brady of New York, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink,

US federal judge (1826–1902). Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Rice of Washington, D. C., signed below the image in black ink, “Walter S. Cox.” In fi

Western scout (1847–1917) during the Indian Wars who later enjoyed a career as a popular poet, playwright, short story author, and entertainer. ALS, o

Politician (1787–1863), former governor of Kentucky, who twice served as US attorney general in the administrations of William Henry Harrison and Mill

Politician (1787–1863) who served as governor of Kentucky, and attorney general under Harrison, Tyler, and Fillmore. ALS signed “J. J. Crittenden,” on

Politician (1787–1863) who served as governor of Kentucky, and attorney general under Harrison, Tyler, and Fillmore. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite

Russian Grand Duke forced to flee in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution; recognized as head of the house of Romanov and claimant to the Russian t

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by W. L. Germon’s of Philadelphia, signed horizontally on the reverse in black ink, “Geo. M. Dallas, Jr.,” and

Hardcover photo album, 11.75 x 8.5, from the late 1870s, containing 96 cabinet photos of faculty, students and the campus, two to a page and all back

Daughter of Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Bingham and Hilliard of Memphis, Tennessee, signed at the

Representative and senator from Kentucky who opposed secession (1801–1872). ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, Washington, December 10,

Unsigned original 2.75 x 3.5 oval portrait of Davis, affixed to a 4 x 5.5 mount. In fine condition, with scattered surface marks, toning, and soiling,

Unsigned original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Davis in uniform, by Charles D. Fredricks & Co. of New York, dated 1861 in the lower borde...

Original 2.25 x 4 anonymous carte-de-visite bust portrait of Jefferson Davis that reproduces an engraved portrait. Light edge and corner wear only.

French geologist (1839–1908). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by G. Gevrey of Paris, signed and inscribed to a fellow geologist on the rever

French diplomat (1805–1894) who spearheaded the project to build the Suez Canal. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Mora of New York, signed at the

Original personal calling card bearing Depew’s name and 54th Street address, 3.25 x 1.5, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Yours very truly, Chaunc