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Multi-faceted mogul of show business (1886–1954) who assumed the various roles of theatre director and producer, songwriter, actor, screenwriter, and

Darling vintage glossy 9.75 x 8 photo of the timeless duo locked in a playful gaze on the dance floor, signed in fountain pen, “Fred Astaire,” and sig

Two different cardstock 8 x 10s, one featuring Adele in a flamboyant collar and jewelry, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jerry, Love Adele

TLS signed “Lucy,” one page, 6.25 x 9.25, personal letterhead, April 2, 1981. Short letter of thanks for a picture frame sent by an admirer. In part:

Unsigned handwritten manuscript, in pencil, three pages, 8.25 x 10.75, no date. An article in French entitled “Au Canada,” in part (translated): “I ju

Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 10.75 photo of Carroll and Brian Donlevy, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To my dear dear Carmen, whose friendship

DS, signed “Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Carson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 12, 1977. Carson informs Jacques-Yves Cousteau that he “may use my name as one...

Distinctive color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Colbert as Cleopatra, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition.

TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 6.25 x 10, personal letterhead, June 9, 1953. Letter to Eylla Jacobus. In part: “I, too, am sorry you didn’t get down to

Glossy 7.75 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo from early in her career, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Bette Davis for Lester Glasswer.” In fine

Handsome glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple scattered light creases.

Gorgeous vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait by Vandamm of New York, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Joan & Gully, in memory o...

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 21, 1965. Ford lists his earnings as a member of the Directors Guild of America, as “maximum,” and his potential earni

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, January 28, 1968. Grable sends thanks for some photos. In part: “It is always pleasant to be remembe

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hart as The Lone Ranger, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To my good friend Frank, Sincere best wishes, John Hart ‘The L

TLS signed “Kate,” one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, January 14, 1982. Letter to a doctor. In full: “You write the best thank you letters of anyon

English character actress (1917–1998). Glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in blue felt tip. Scattered light surface creasing, a small tear

German actor (1884–1959) best known for playing the title role in the 1920 silent horror classic The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Vintage fountain pen sig

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Ladd leaning against a fence, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, “To Jean, Regards, Alan Ladd.” In fine condition

Dazzling glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Joseph—Good Luck! Dorothy Lamour.” In fine condition, wit

Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Leigh in a maid’s uniform, signed and inscribed in black ink “Arch, with love, Vivien.” In fine condition.

Vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in red fountain pen. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered creases and surf

Domineering glossy 7.5 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Joseph Gregg, with best wishes, Raymond Massey, 1981.” In fine condit

DS signed “Marilyn Maxwell,” one page both sides, 8 x 10.5, February 1963. AGVA Standard Form of Artists Engagement Contract between Maxwell and the S

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Merman in a sequined gown, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Joseph Gregg, All good wishes, Ethel Merman.” In fine co

English actress (1870–1955) whose career spanned six decades and included a role alongside Boris Karloff in The Old Dark House. Two different vintage

Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Eylla, Sincerely, Conrad Nagel.” In very good con

Glamorous glossy 8 x 10 photo of Negri draped in fur and pearls, signed in black felt tip. Two vertical creases passing through the facial area, one p

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “L. Olivier” on the front, and “Margot Fonteyn” on the reverse of a light green 4.5 x 4 album page. In fine condition

Vintage glossy 7.75 x 10 Warner Bros. publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Tommy, Ann Sheridan.” The photo is affixed to a same-

Handsome glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Joseph, My thanks, Red Skelton.” In fine condition, with a f

Program for the New York Theatre Organ Society’s presentation of From Silents to Sound at the Beacon Theatre on May 8, 1967, tri-fold, 6.25 x 11, sign

Actor (1893–1964) who appeared in over 200 films during his career. Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in purple fountain pe

ALS signed “Billie,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to an unidentified woman thanking her for her help after

Four glossy 8 x 10 photos, including two color, each signed in blue felt tip by the Hall of Famer pictured. Signers are: Lou Brock, Reggie Jackson, Lu

Gold Hall of Fame plaque card signed across the top in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a bit of light skipping to the signature.

Color limited edition 18 x 22.5 Looney Tunes print of Wile E. Coyote as a 49ers wide receiver, numbered 100/250, signed on the image in black felt tip

Imperial German Light Cavalry saber belonging to General George Armstrong Custer. The blade measures 33? long with broad single fullers and floral scr

Civil War general and Indian fighter (1839–1876) who distinguished himself as a cavalry commander, earning the rank of brigadier general of volunteers

Very interesting collection of items, highlighted by a TLS and signed and notated book from Dalton, as well as photos relating to the Coffeyville Raid

Remarkable one-of-a-kind archive of nine documents relating to the reputed killing of Butch Cassidy and ‘Wild Bunch’ desperado Joe Walker. Items inclu

Celebrated American performer (1860–1926) whose legendary prowess as a markswoman earned her worldwide renown as a star attraction in Buffalo Bill’s W

TLS signed “P. F. Garrett,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Executive Department, Territory of New Mexico letterhead, April 1, 1897. Letter to George Wallace, who

New Mexico lawman (1850–1908) who killed his former gambling partner, the fabled outlaw Billy the Kid, in 1881. In 1901 he was appointed customs colle

Extremely rare ink signature, “Sitting Bull,” on the reverse of a light brown 4.5 x 2.5 Randall House hotel promotional card. Above the signature is a

Wife and biographer (1842–1933) of ill-fated General George Armstrong Custer. ALS signed “Elizabeth B. Custer,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x

American artist (1861–1909) best known for his paintings and sculptures of the American West, and for his depictions of cowboy life in particular. Ink

Blackfoot chief (1872–1934) best known for the durable though still-controversial claim that he served as one of models for sculptor James Earle Frase

Inventor of the eponymous machine gun which has been estimated to have killed over 250,000 men since 1862. Fantastic ink signature, “Yours truly, R. J

ALS signed “Col.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, illustrated Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show letterhead, Portsmouth, May 29, [1911]. Letter to G. W. Lillie, other