RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

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