RR Auction: Rare and Obscure Signed Photography

New Jersey congressman and ambassador to Germany, as well as a prolific arborculturist and art collector (1839–1894). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet phot

AQS on an off-white 4.25 x 7.25 sheet. Phillips writes, “Count that day lost whose low descending sun, Lies at thy hand no worthy action done. These o

American abolitionist and social reformer (1811–1884). Original 4 x 6.25 Sarony cabinet photo, signed in black ink. A few light creases, surface marks

Thin paper advertising sign for a new gallery, 11.75 x 7.5, bearing the text: “Penny Photograph Gallery Now Open, In the building on Ludington street

Founder (1840–1924) of the influential Carlisle Indian Industrial School, where he aimed to educate Native Americans using controversial techniques th

Husband and Prince Consort to Queen Victoria (1819–1861). Vintage ink signature, “Albert,” on an off-white 2.75 x 6 slip clipped from a document. A fe

Prince Regent of Yugoslavia who was exiled during World War II (1893–1976). Matte-finish 5.25 x 7.75 full-length portrait of Paul in full regalia, sig

Botanist (1795–1869) who devoted his life to grape culture. Original 2.25 x 4 oval carte-de-visite photo by R. A. Lewis of New York, signed in black i

Republican politician (1831–1908) who served as the 37th governor of Vermont and as secretary of war under Benjamin Harrison. Original 4 x 5.5 cabinet

Universalist clergyman and editor of the Christian Leader; brother of industrialist George Pullman. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait by

Abolitionist (1810–1898) and supporter of the Underground Railroad, whose own house acted as a station. Ink signature and sentiment, “Convention, wh.

Queen Consort to Edward VII of England (1844–1925) and mother of George V. Vintage 7 x 11.5 full-length photo of Alexandra in profile, signed in black

Queen Consort to Edward VII of England (1844–1925) and mother of George V. Two items: an original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Alexandra, Edward,

Original 1800s albumen carte-de-visite of Queen Victoria, 2.5 x 4, by W. & D. Downey of London. Ink note to bottom of reverse, light edge and co...

Queen consort of King Alfonso XIII of Spain (1887–1969). Vintage matte-finish 6 x 8 photo of of Victoria Eugenie as queen consort, affixed to 9 x 11.5

Congressman, mayor of Boston, and president of Harvard (1772–1864); Quincy Market in downtown Boston is named in his honor. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-

Original turn of the 20th century gelatin silver photograph showing a large crowd engulfing an early steam locomotive, 17 x 12.5, affixed to its origi

Renowned ‘horse whisperer’ (1827–1866) who gave instructions to Queen Victoria and her family. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by an anonymous

Judge, editor of the Minneapolis Tribune, and commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic (1840–1900). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J

Son of the prominent Pennsylvania jurist and ardent supporter of Lincoln during the 1860 campaign, he served as an adjutant general during the Civil W

Secessionist politician from South Carolina (1800–1876). ALS, three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, May 13, 1870. Letter to

Eminent British physician (1828–1896) who was a pioneer in anaesthesia. LS signed “B. W. Richardson,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 7.75,

American educator, historian, and editor (1840–1900). Unsigned original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Ridpath in profile by an anonymous studio. In fine

Mother (1854–1941) of Franklin D. Roosevelt. DS, three pages, 8 x 13, July 1, 1911. Document regarding the cancellation of a mortgage on a farm situat

Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Rudd in his overcoat and hat by Bath and Mann, signed below the image in black ink, “John S. Rudd.” Clipped

Last crown prince of Bavaria (1869–1955). Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Rupert in full royal dress, signed in the lower left in black ink. A

Collection of 111 vintage photos, various finishes, ranging in size from 4 x 3 up to 8.5 x 6, depicting various aspects of Russian life including: one

Senator from Delaware from 1859 to 1871 (1820–1892). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Brady’s National Photographic Portrait Galleries of New York

Senator from North Carolina (1822–1891) who was active in Reconstruction measures. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Brady of Washington, D. C

Protestant theologian and a Church historian (1819–1893). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait by D. Appleton & Co. of New York, signe...

American entomologist and paleontologist (1837–1911) best known for his studies of butterflies. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Scudder b

Lawyer, author, and editor (1844–1915). He served as an officer in the 20th Massachusetts, and spent time in Libby Prison. He later became the editor

American politician, longtime United States Senator and author of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act. (1823–1900). Sherman also served as secretary of the tr

American politician (1823–1900), longtime United States senator and author of the Sherman Anti-Trust Act. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Mansfield, Ohio letter

American physicist (1910–1989) and, more controversially, eugenicist, who won the 1956 Nobel Prize in Physics for his development of the transistor. I

Methodist bishop (1811–1884) who was a close friend and trusted advisor of Lincoln, and delivered the eulogy at his burial. Unsigned original 4.25 x 6

Journalist and curator of the Field Columbian Museum of Chicago. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Muhr of Denver, signed at the bottom of the imag

Vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.5 photo of Skinner sitting on a bench with a top hat and walking stick, affixed to its original 6 x 9 mount, signed vertica

ADS, signed “Wm. Ritchie, Clerk, Frederick County Court,” one page, December 23, 1807. Legal affidavit granting John Jones his freedom reads, in part:

Vintage matte-finish 9.75 x 13 photo by E. F. Foley of New York, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Warren K. Snyder, with best wishes of Alfred Sm

American politician (1873–1944) who served as Governor of New York and who was the unsuccessful Democratic presidential candidate in 1928. Vintage sep

Civil engineer who introduced the ‘freezing’ process of excavation in big building projects, and designed the foundation for the Empire Building in Ma

Governor of the state of Rhode Island from 1860 to 1863, and US Senator from 1863 to 1875. He also participated in the First Battle of Bull Run during

Congressman from Illinois (1836–1903) most noted for his involvement with legislation involving Native American lands. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet pho

American physician (1838–1908) and one of the founders of Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait by Jo

Welsh-born author, explorer, and special correspondent for the New York Herald (1841–1904). He entered the annals of popular quotation with his famous

Vintage unsigned late 1800s albumen carte-de-visite of explorer Henry M. Stanley, 2.5 x 4.25, by Black of Boston, bearing a pre-printed signature inhe

Author, explorer, and special correspondent for the New York Herald (1841–1904). He entered the annals of popular quotation with his famous inquiry, ‘

AQS on a 4 x 2.25 off-white card. Stanton writes “Man, woman, a simultaneous creation,” and signed at the top, “Elizabeth Cady Stanton.” Stanton writi

ALS, three pages on two sheets, 5.5 x 9, November 22, no year. Letter to “Mr. Rockwood.” In full: “What I desire is that you get the names, all right