RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

Politician and lawyer from Ohio (1841–1921). Original 4 x 6.5 deckle-edge cabinet photo by C. M. Bell of Washington, D. C., signed in the lower border

Original albumen photo of the officers of companies, F and K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Artillery, posing out in front of a building at Fort Stevens

Enlisted in the US Navy in 1861 and served on board the receiving ships Ohio and St. Lawrence. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by an anonymous

Union infantry officer who served with the 1st Kansas Infantry. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Morse and Peaslee of Nashville, identified

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo, signed in the lower border in black ink, adding his unit and the date on reverse. Signature a few shades ligh

Union naval officer who was acting master of the Constellation. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Hodgend and Degoix, signed on the reverse i

Union naval officer who served on the sloops Dacotah and Adirondack. Original 2.5 x 4 oval carte-de-visite photo by Valparaiso, signed on the reverse

Union general and Medal of Honor recipient. Ames was the last general officer of the Civil War from either side to die, passing away at 93 years of ag

Union naval officer who served on board the Dacotah and was also stationed at the Naval Academy. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Bradley an

Union naval officer. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Valparaiso, signed horizontally on the reverse in black ink, “Yours ever, Geo. W. Arme

Union naval officer. Original 2.25 x 4 full-length carte-de-visite photo by T. Lilienthal of New Orleans, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Yours tr

Military officer (1821–1898) most noted for his role in the American Civil War. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo, signed in the lower border in black

Union naval officer who served on board the Constellation. Original 2.5 x 3.75 carte-de-visite photo by Hodgend and Degoix, signed on the reverse in b

Union naval officer. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, USS Commodore McDonough, March 14, 1863. Letter to surgeon Henry F. McSherry, stat

Union naval officer. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Landy of Cincinnati, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Yours truly, W. H. Baer, USN

Union naval officer who commanded the steamer Florida. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. P. Bankhead,” one page, 8.25 x 2.5, September 1, 1848. Bankhead c

Union officer (1840–1864) who served with the 113th New York Volunteers. He was wounded at Cold Harbor on June 5, 1865, and died the next day during a

Union officer and aide-de-camp, probably to General Alexander Webb. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Gardner Galleries, signed in the lower

Ensign in the Union navy who served on board the Ohio, the Saginaw, and Sagamore. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Silas Selleck of San Fran

Union naval officer who served as assistant paymaster on board the steam gunboat Seneca. Original 2.5 x 4 oval carte-de-visite photo by Hermanos of Li

Union soldier wounded at the Second Battle of Bull Run. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by W. Curtis Taylor & Co. of Philadelphia, signed at t...

Unsigned original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Beauregard, by Vannerson & Jones of Richmond, Virginia. In very good condition, with...

Unsigned original 2.25 x 2.75 oval portrait of Beauregard in uniform, by an anonymous studio, affixed to a 4.25 x 5.25 mount. In very good condition,

Brigadier General of the Confederate Provisional Army (1818–1893) who commanded the forces at Charleston, where he ordered the bombardment of Fort Sum

Distinguished original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Beauregard in a suit and overcoat, his hand tucked into his jacket by Anderson of New York, identified

US Naval officer (1832–1903) who served on board the St. Louis and the New Ironsides. Original 4 x 6.5 seated cabinet photo, by an unknown studio, sig

First lieutenant in the 32nd US. Colored Troops Infantry, Company G. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Berryman in uniform by an anony

Union general (1825–1864). Colonel of the 23rd Pennsylvania Infantry. He fought as a division commander of General Sickles 3rd Corps at Gettysburg, an

Acting assistant paymaster aboard the USS Arkansas. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite half-length portrait of Bishop in uniform by Whitney & Para...

Third assistant engineer on board the steamer Massachusetts. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Washburn’s of New Orleans, signed on the rever

Union naval officer who served on board the Morning Light. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Bradley and Rulofson of San Francisco, signed in

Union naval officer who served on board the Constitution from 1861–1863. Original 2.5 x 4.25 full-length carte-de-visite photo of Blydenburgh in full

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Patridge of Bridgeport, Connecticut, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Thos. Bondren, Maj 25th U.S.

Adjutant general on Grant’s staff. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Bowers in uniform by an anonymous studio, signed at the bottom of the

Career Army officer (1803–1865) who served as Superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite pho

Union naval officer who served as an engineer on board the Iroquois and the gunboat Winona. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Boyton in his u

Union general who saw action in the Battle of Chickamauga and Atlanta Campaign (1819–1892). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Brannan

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Brown in his kepi and coat by Manchester Brothers of Providence, R. I., signed in black ink, “Capt. E. P. B

Union officer in the 4th Rhode Island Volunteers. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Brown in his kepi by B. Moses of New Orleans, signed belo

American military officer (1818–1898) who served in the Seminole, Mexican-American, and Civil Wars. His actions in the last were the source of much co

American military officer (1818–1898) who served in the Seminole, Mexican-American, and Civil Wars. His actions in the last were the source of much co

American military officer (1818–1898) who served in the Seminole, Mexican-American, and Civil Wars. His actions in the last were the source of much co

US general (1861–1947) who served in conflicts in the American western frontier, the Philippines, and World War I. Vintage 9.5 x 13.75 Harris and Ewin

Union officer in the 30th Massachusetts Infantry who fought at Port Hudson. Original 2.25 x 4.25 full-length carte-de-visite photo of Bullock and his

Member of the New York Sharp Shooters who died of disease in Virginia in 1864. Original unsigned 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Burns by Moore of J

Union general (1825–1892) who was among the commanders of the famed Philadelphia Brigade, most notably during McClellan's Peninsular Campaign in...

Soldier and politician (1836–1909) who served as a major general in the Confederate Army during the Civil War, a three-term US senator, and a major ge

Union general (1832–1910) who fought at Cedar Mountain, Lookout Mountain, and Gettysburg, where he played a role in the defense of Culp's Hill. ...

Union general (1830–1910) who served in the Indian Wars and Vicksburg. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by an anonymous studio, signed below th

Union general (1828–1895) who was distinguished for gallantry at Gettysburg, where he was wounded, but his men held their ground near the Peach Orchar

Union naval officer who served as assistant paymaster on board the USS Narragansett. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Moore Bros. of Springf

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Chipman in uniform by John A. Heard of Boston, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Yours truly, A. S.

Union officer who commanded a brigade in the IX Corps of the Army of the Potomac at several important battles, including the Battle of Antietam (1824–

A nice collection of 22 ALSs, four in pencil, all signed "Henry" from Corporal Henry Blanchard of the 2nd Rhode Island Vols. to his family...

Civil War surgeon Allen S. Heath (b. 1821). Surgeon on the staffs of General King in West Virginia and of General Michael Corcoran's Irish Legio...

Typscript, one page, 6.25 x 9, July 26, 1960, consisting of the Gettysburg Address and Clark’s response to it, signed at the conclusion in fountain pe

Union general who served on McClellan’s staff and breveted for his actions at Gettysburg and his war service. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo b

Union naval officer. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by R. A. Lewis of New York, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Yours respectfully, S. F

Major in the 14th New York Heavy Artillery. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Henry Ulke of Washington, D. C., signed below his image in blac

Union general (1813–1898) who later served as New York State attorney general. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo, signed in the lower border in black

Union General who fought at Fredericksburg and Antietam (1813–1898). ALS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, New York, March 6, 1884. Letter to a g

Major in the 101st Colored Infantry. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by J. H. Stavoren of Nashville, signed below the image in black ink, “Jno

Union naval officer who served as acting master’s mate on board the USS Beauregard. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Richardson of Lima, sig

Union naval officer who served as acting master‘s mate on the USS Onward. Original unsigned 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by T. Lilienthal of New Orl

Unissued war-dated Confederate states receipt, one page, 7.75 x 11, 1864. A receipt for L. Lyon for commutation of quarters from July 30, 1864, to Oct

Union naval officer aboard the USS San Jacinto. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Coop in uniform by Knowles & Hillman of New Bedford...

Union naval officer who served as an engineer on the USS Canandaigua. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite full-length hand-colored portrait of Cooper in

Union general (1835–1893) who participated in Sherman’s March to the Sea. Original 2.25 x 3.5 carte-de-visite photo by Morse’s Gallery of the Cumberla

Union general (1828–1900) who later was elected governor of Ohio and served as secretary of the interior under U. S. Grant. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de

Army surgeon and Union general (1829–1892) who was on duty during the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter to start the Civil War and later led troops in

Career US Army officer (1828–1890) most noted for his distinguished service during the Civil War, including Antietam, Chickamauga, and Appomattox Cour

Union medical officer. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait by Barnett’s of New York, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink, “Aug. 20,

First steam-powered ironclad warship of the Confederate States Navy, constructed using the raised and cut down original lower hull and steam engines o

Union surgeon who served during the Atlanta campaign. Original 2.25 x 4 full-length carte-de-visite photo of Curtis in full dress uniform, signed in t

Union brigadier general (1835–1910) who fought at Petersburg, New Market Heights, and received the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Second Battle

Union officer (1838–1894) who served on the staff of Major General McClellan, and a claimant to the French throne from 1848 until his death. Original

Naval leader (1809–1870) who headed the Union Navy's ordnance department during the Civil War and developed a number of guns and cannons. Origin...

Naval leader (1809–1870) who headed the Union Navy's ordnance department during the Civil War and developed a number of guns and cannons. ALS si...

US Army officer in the Civil War (1828–1879). Although successful in a number of Civil War battles, he is best remembered for two attributes: the simi

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Davis in his uniform and overcoat by J. W. Black of Boston, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Your

Union naval officer. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Joshua Williams of Newport, Rhode Island, signed on the reverse in black ink, “M. S. D

Union officer and writer (1821–1907) noted for his histories of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Rockwood

Union naval officer who retired with the rank of captain in 1900. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by F. Kindler of Newport, Rhode Island, sign

American military officer and politician (1798–1879) who served as a Union general during the Civil War, in which capacity he played a pivotal role in

American military officer and politician (1798–1879) who served as a Union general during the Civil War, in which capacity he played a pivotal role in

British military officer (1804–1883) and the second Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia. Original 2.25 x 4 full-length carte-de-visite photo by Brady’s

Union navy officer (1812–1865) who commanded naval forces against Confederate forts defended by his brother Thomas F. Drayton in the capture of Port R

Union naval officer (1803–1865) who made significant contributions to the modernization of the US Navy, despite being blamed for the Union’s failure a

Union officer (1830–1896) in the Civil War who was wounded at the Battle of Fort Donelson. Following the war, he was a leading executive in the insura

Union officer and a commander of the famed Iron Brigade. He lost almost 80 percent of his men at Gettysburg, as well as his right leg. Original 4 x 6.

Union surgeon who served with the 15th Kentucky Infantry. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by A. S. Morse of Nashville, signed in the lower bor

Union general who served as a member of the military commission that tried the conspirators involved with Lincoln’s assassination (1819–1891). Civil W

Swedish-American Army engineer (1803–1889) who designed and built the ironclad warship Monitor for the American Navy. Unsigned original 2.5 x 4 carte-

Swedish-American Army engineer (1803–1889) who designed and built the ironclad warship Monitor for the American Navy. Civil War–dated ALS signed “J. E

Swedish-American Army engineer (1803–1889) who designed and built the ironclad warship Monitor for the American Navy. Unsigned original 2.25 x 4 carte

Union surgeon taken prisoner at Chickamauga. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by C. C. Giers of Nashville, signed below the image in black ink,

Union officer (1826-1905) and brother-in-law of William T. Sherman. He flanked the enemy at Antietam, and discovered correspondence between Jefferson

Exceedingly scarce original 4 x 2.5 carte-de-visite photo of Farragut and Drayton on the deck of the Hartford in 1864, signed on the reverse in black

American admiral (1801–1870) who was a flag officer of the Navy during the Civil War. Original circa 1860s albumen cabinet card of Farragut in uniform

American admiral (1801–1870) who was a flag officer of the Navy during the Civil War. ALS signed “D. G. Farragut, Admiral,” one page, 5.25 x 8, 1868.