RR Auction's Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

Vintage ink signature, “Basil Rathbone,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1 slip clipped from the closing of a document. In fine condition.

Indian filmmaker (1921–1992) regarded as one of the greatest auteurs of 20th century cinema. Felt tip signature, “Satyajit Ray,” on an off-white 5.5 x

Matte-finish 4 x 6 photo of Reed wearing a dazzling necklace, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition.

Glossy 7 x 8.5 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Ginger, Donna Reed.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges and surface impressi

Distinguished French director (1894–1979) whose 1939 classic Rules of the Game takes a place among the most acclaimed films ever made. Felt tip signat

Glossy 8 x 10 Universal Pictures publicity photo, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “Best Wishes Matt, Tony Richardson.” In fine condition, wit

DS, signed “Hal E. Roach,” one page, 8.5 x 11, March 21, 1939. Roach confirms an agreement “with Jack Haley, for the services of Oliver Hardy on the W

Glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of the famous producer, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To LaVerne, Regards, Hal Roach.” In fine condition.

Two items: glossy 10 x 8 20th Century Fox promotional photo for Julia, signed in blue felt tip; and a color 10 x 8 lobby card for All the President’s

Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9 photo of a young Robinson enjoying a pipe, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Charles Williamson, All good wishes

Youthful glossy 8 x 10 photo of Rogers dancing, signed and inscribed in red felt tip, “To Mr. LaVerne Decker, With Blessings, from Ginger Rogers.” In

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the hirsute actor with an unbuttoned shirt, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To LaVerne Decker, With Best Wishes, Gilbe

Glossy 10 x 8 Columbia Pictures promotional photo of Ross while filming California Suite, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of the busty Russell, signed in black felt tip, “God bless!! Jane Russell.” In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Russell adorned with three strands of pearls, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To LaVerne Decker, All good things to yo

Glossy 7 x 9 cast photo, signed in black felt tip by Jim Belushi, Harry Shearer, Martin Short, and Christopher Guest, and in blue felt tip by Billy Cr

Actor (1895–1962) who appeared as a cowboy sidekick and was the second Bozo the Clown. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 French real photo postcard of Schneider holding a dog, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a

Two items: color 10 x 8 lobby card of of Scofield in A Man for All Seasons, signed at the top in black ink; and a satin-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo, signed

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Scorsese talking to Robert DeNiro on the set of Taxi Driver, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox promotional photo of Scott in Taps, signed in blue felt tip, “Geo. C. Scott.” In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in black felt tip. Tack holes and creasing to corners and borders, otherwise fine condition. Accompanie

Pearl-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “For Miss Elizabeth Haprien, Most sincerely, Peter Sellers, Nov. 1967.” In fine cond

British actress (1755–1831) who became the queen of the stage, unrivaled as a tragedienne. ALS signed “S. Siddons,” one page both sides, 3.5 x 4.5, no

Versatile and durable director (1912–1991) who helmed such classics as Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Dirty Harry, and John Wayne’s final film, The S

Glossy 9 x 7 NBC Television composite publicity photo, signed in black felt tip by Billy Barty, and Sid and Marty Kroft. Promotional information is af

Producer and director (1910–1951) known for working with the Marx Brothers and Abbott and Costello. Scarce TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, Columbia Pictures

Film director (1900–1973) known for his melodramatic noir thrillers. ALS, one page, 8.25 x 5.75, personal letterhead, June 2, 1972. Letter to an admir

Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the critics, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Alan—2 Thumbs up! Gene Siskel,” and “Roger Ebert.” In fine conditio

Glossy 8 x 10 Universal Television publicity photo of Steve Austin, signed in black felt tip, “All the best, Lee Majors”; and a glossy 8 x 10 Universa

German inventor and early filmmaker (1863–1939) who, with his brother, invented the Bioskop projector, which they used on on November 1, 1895 to displ

Original Howdy Doody ventriloquist doll from 1972 by Eegee, complete with scarf and boots, signed and inscribed on the top of his head in black felt t

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Sondergaard smiling, signed at the bottom in black felt tip. In fine condition, with light creases to the left corners.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the actress in a dazzling sequined outfit, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To LaVerne Decker, Best wishes, Barbara Stan

Elegant glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Stanwyck, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

Glossy 10 x 8 promotional photo for Psycho, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “My very best wishes to you, George, Joseph Stefano (author of scr

Glossy 8 x 10 Paramount promotional photo for No Way to Treat a Lady, signed in black ink, “Thank you—Rod Stieger.” In fine condition, with a vertical

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Steiger as he appeared in The Unholy Wife, signed in red ballpoint, “Thank you, Rod Steiger.” In fine condition.

Felt tip signature, “George Stevens,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Academy Award–winning director (1904–1975) known for Giant, The Diary of Anne Frank, and A Place in the Sun. TLS signed “George,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5,

Two checks: a personal check, 6 x 3, filled out and signed by Stewart, payable to the Carlyle for $546.00, dated October 25, 1978; and a business chec

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of detectives Mike Stone and Steve Keller, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Alan, My best—Karl Malden,” and signed and

Two glossy 8 x 10 full-length photos of Stuart, each signed in black or white ink. In overall very good to fine condition, with some emulsion loss to

Four photos of various finishes, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed and inscribed in felt tip by the Superman actor pictured. Signers are: Kirk Alyn, Jack

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Swanson in her most famous role as Sunset Boulevard’s Norma Desmond, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a trimmed

Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of the Hollywood couple, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jo—All our love—Always—Bob” and “Ursula.” Bl

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the pair dancing in the 1936 film Captain January, signed in black felt tip, “Shirley Temple Black,” and in blue felt tip, “Bes

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Temple as a lovely young lady, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Rattray, Love, Shirley Temple.” In

Five letters, consisting of four ALSs and one TLS, each one page or one page both sides, no dates. General correspondence to fellow actor Richard Ward

Glossy 8 x 9.5 photo of Besser humorously glaring at a bust, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Laverne, Best wishes always, Joe Besser.” In