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Academy Award–winning British photographer and costume and production designer (1904–1980). Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Beaton posing next to a man

Printed vintage signed and inscribed ink portrait of Bernhardt by R. Kastor on an off-white 9.75 x 12 sheet, signed and inscribed in French by Bernhar

Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 10 photo, inscribed in fountain pen, in French, and signed “Sarah Bernhardt—1911.” Framed to an overall size of 10 x 13. A

Superlative vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Bogart in a quintessentially handsome pose, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Vic, Sincere

Choice vintage ink signature and inscription, “For Lou, Regards, Humphrey Bogart,” on an off-white album page. Double-matted with a glossy 10 x 8 Warn

Boat pass for the tenth annual San Pedro Fisherman’s Fiesta, 3.25 x 4.5, two pages, held on September 15 and 16, 1956, for a spot on board the boat Mo

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Humphrey Bogart,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 card. Also signed by J. Carrol Naish, which could be easily matted out.

Autograph notes, two pages, 6 x 4, January 26, 2000. Brando pens some cryptic notes. In part: “You’ve made one real bad mistake. You don’t have any ro

Original vintage signed pencil self-portrait of his instantly-recognizable Little Tramp character on an off-white 4 x 1.75 card, signed in pencil, “‘S

Humorous TLS signed “George,” one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, February 8, 1951. Letter to Spencer Tracy. In part: “I have taken it upon myself to send y

Homework in pencil from one of DeNiro’s childhood math classes, one page both sides, 6 x 9, no date, signed at the top. DeNiro answers eight ‘word pro

TLS signed “Bill,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, Las Encinas Sanitarium letterhead, May 27, 1946. Letter to Charles Beyer. In full: “Enclosed is a letter fr

Bank check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out and signed by Flynn, “Errol Flynn,” payable to R. L. M. Laboratory for $35.88, May 2, 1945. In fine condition, wit

Crisp personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Gable, “Clark Gable,” payable to Western Exterminator Company for $12.00, April 10

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Frawley in a jacket and tie, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “My best wishes to Mrs. Olijar, Sincerely, Bill Fr

Superb vintage pearl finish 8 x 10 Sinclair Bull portrait photo from Judy’s very first MGM sitting, taken on November 30, 1935, when Garland was 13 ye

DS, three pages, 8.5 x 11, September 6, 1938. Agreement between Garland and Lord & Thomas for her to appear “on the Pepsodent Programs presently...

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed in fountain pen, “Good luck! Cary Grant.” Some light contrast and irregular ink adhesion to signature

DS, one page, 8 x 10, January 16, 1946. RKO Radio Pictures informs Grant that “we desire to use a ‘double’ for you in connection with a ‘matte shot’ w

ALS signed “Audrey,” two pages both sides, 6.25 x 8, no date. Letter to director George Cukor. In full: “Once again there are no words to describe the

Rare and exquisite vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 portrait of the gorgeous Harlow wrapped in a fur shawl, signed and inscribed in the lower right in

Stunning vintage glossy 7 x 9 head-and-shoulders photo of Hepburn in the 1953 classic Roman Holiday, nicely signed in the lower right in fountain pen.

Incredible vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9 portrait of Hepburn ensconced in shadow, affixed to its original 9 x 12 mount, signed and inscribed on the mou

Original vintage signed and inscribed fountain pen self-portrait profile on a light blue 3.75 x 5.25 album page, signed and inscribed, “To Peter, Alfr

Very early vintage pearl-finish 7 x 9 photo by Cannons of Hollywood (London), signed in fountain pen. In very good condition, with some moderate contr

Desirable vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 7.75 photo of the comedic duo posing side-by-side in their bowler hats, signed and inscribed in the lower border

Vintage ink signature, “My brain is the key that sets me free, Houdini. Jan. 24/1922, Phila. Pa., Keith’s Theatre,” on an off-white 4.5 x 4 album page

Lovely vintage matte-finish 8.75 x 13 photo, affixed to a 12 x 18 mount, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To John, My friend and loyal fan, Mar

Highly desirable bank check, 5.75 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to cash for $12.00, November 18,

Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc., business check, 8 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Marilyn Monroe, payable to Sutton Motors, Inc. for $58.33, d

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of members of the cast and crew of Rio Bravo, signed in blue ballpoint by John Wayne, Howard Hawks, Dean Martin, Ric

Terrific vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Rogers wearing a bow tie, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Will Rogers.” A light crease pa

Vintage matte-finish 9 x 12.75 full-length photo of Russell seated, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Julia McVicker, from the ‘widow,’ Lillian R

Rutherford’s personal passport, number 030032652, issued on April 20, 1982. Passport measures 3.5 x 4.75 and contains her typed personal information o

Color limited edition 44 x 36 canvas print, numbered 316/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by all 15 pictured cast members: James Gand

ALS, four pages, St. James’s Club letterhead, no date but circa 1983–84. Thank-you letter to the manager of the Club, where Spielberg and crew spent s

Vintage 4.75 x 7 photo of Shemp in a dark suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Jake’ King of the ‘Interior’ Shemp Howard.” Matted and frame

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Curly Howard,” “Larry Fine,” and “Moe (Stooge) Howard,” on a lined off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with mil

Waterman’s autograph album, 5 x 7.25, containing 59 vintage ink signatures affixed within. Signers include: Amelia Earhart, Cary Grant, Spencer Tracy,

Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 Melbourne Spurr photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Eylla’ with all my kind wishes! Erich von Stroheim.” P

Enigmatic and important Hollywood director (1894–1969) credited with polishing Marlene Dietrich into a glamorous, sensuous star. Uncommon vintage glos

Great cardstock 8 x 10 photo of Wayne as Rooster Cogburn, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Rayan—Be happy, John Wayne.” In fine condition, wit

Glossy 7.5 x 9.75 publicity photo of Welles and Joseph Cotten in a scene from the 1941 classic Citizen Kane, signed in black felt tip by Welles. In fi

DS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, The Orsatti Agency letterhead, September 9, 1938. Document from Garland’s agency sent to Lord & Thomas. In full: “We ...

Playwright, screenwriter, and theatrical producer (1887–1995) whose collaborations included The Pajama Game, Damn Yankees, and Fiorello! Pearl-finish

Collection of 10 signed photos, various finishes, several color, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actor pictured, with several adding brief inscr

Ten booklets of sheet music from various films, approximately 9 x 12, signed on the front cover in ink by an associated actor or actress. Sheet music

Program from the Masquers Servicemen’s Morale Corps weekly dinner on October 30, 1943, two pages, 5.5 x 7, with the program designed by Walt Disney, s

Three color glossy 8 x 10 photos, each signed in felt tip by the actress pictured. Signers are: Ann Blyth, Sophia Loren, and Phyllis Kirk. In fine con

Group of 15 signed photos, all 8 x 10, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actress pictured. Signers are: Anita Paige, June Havoc,

Collection of 16 signed 8 x 10 photos, various finishes, each signed in ink or felt tip by the actress pictured, with some adding brief inscriptions.

ALS signed “Julie and Blake,” one page, 8.25 x 12, personal letterhead, no date but circa May 1990. Letter offering condolences to Altovise Davis upon

Actor (1899–1976) who made the transition from silent films to talkies, and is best known for his role as a pilot in the 1927 Academy Award-winning fi

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros. promotional photo for The King’s Vacation, signed in fountain pen. In fine condition.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Arness as he appeared in the 1955 film Many Rivers to Cross, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Hi Estelle, Jim Arness.”

Sheet music for Irving Berlin’s ‘We Saw the Sea,’ featuring an image of Astaire and Rogers dancing atop a boat, 9 x 12, seven pages, boldly signed on

Handsome vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 photo of the young Astaire in dashing attire, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Fred Astaire.” A pencil co

Glossy 10 x 8 Universal promotional photo for Cry Freedom, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Best wishes Larry, Richard Attenborough ’90.” In v

Original vintage signed pencil sketch of a scene from the Thornton Wilder play ‘The Skin of Our Teeth’ on an off-white 13.5 x 21 sheet, done by D. A.

Vintage 3.75 x 9 magazine photo of a young Bankhead in a short skirt, signed in fountain pen. Photo is affixed to a 7.5 x 9.75 white board. In fine co

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the actress spilling out of her towel, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition, with a PSA/DNA authenticat

Glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox promotional photo of Baryshnikov in Turning Point, signed in black felt tip, “M. Baryshnikov.” In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Ingrid Bergman,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card with a small clipped photo affixed to lower left corner. In fine conditio

Glossy 7.75 x 10 photo, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a slightly trimmed left edge and some scattered light surface marks.

Playbill for No, No, Nanette at the 46th Street Theatre on January 19, 1970, 6 x 9, 36 pages, signed on the front cover in felt tip and ballpoint by B

Souvenir cast sheet for Academy Award–winning director Norman Taurog’s 1948 film Big City, one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, signed by 25 members of the

ANS, one page, 4.25 x 3.25, no date. Brief note to a gentleman. In full: “I must be excused from saying anything on the subject.” A diagonal band of t

Vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to veteran actor Roland Young, “To Roland Young, you made me what I am today.

Three different original color posters for the 1955 film Marty, measuring 14 x 36, 28 x 22, and 27 x 41, each signed in black felt tip by Borgnine. Ex

Lovely vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of Burke standing in front of an elaborate open window, signed in blue ink, “All good wishes, Billie Burke, 19

French actor (1848–1909). ALS in French, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, June 21, 1907. Letter to an unidentfied

DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11.75, December 29, 1941. Document outlining the assets and liabilities of Frank Capra Productions, Inc., listing a number of pay

Academy Award–winning film director (1897–1991) best known for helming such crowd-pleasing classics as It’s a Wonderful Life and Mr. Smith Goes to Was

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Carrillo as Pancho, signed in black ink. In fine condition.

Often uncredited actor (1872–1958), who originally became famous for his role in the 1914 film serial The Perils of Pauline. He appeared in more than

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bob, Sincerely, Jack Cassidy.” In very good condition, with some scattered crea

Bold vintage fountain pen signature, “Monty Clift,” on an off-white 5 x 3 album page. In fine condition.

American Express credit card receipt, 4.75 x 3.25. Dated June 10, 1964, for a $27.54 check at Sardi’s in New York. Signed at the bottom in pencil by C

Personal check, 7 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Costello, “Lou Costello,” payable to Universal City Club for $75, September 4, 1947. I

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox promotional photo of Cotten as he appeared alongside Marilyn Monroe in Niagara, signed in black ink, “Joseph Co

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Crabbe as Flash Gordon, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Buster Crabbe.” In very fine condition.

Playbill for Don Sherwood’s Showboat Dinner Theatre’s production of Beginner’s Luck, 5.5 x 8.25, signed and inscribed on the front cover in red felt t

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Crawford, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Hello to Mrs. Olijar, Sr., from Joan Crawford.” In fine condit

Signed book: Tony Curtis: The Autobiography. First edition. NY: William Morrow and Company, 1993. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 352 pages. S

ALS, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, Honeysuckle Hill letterhead, August 19, 1964. Letter to Patricia Day at Stein and Day Publishers. In full: “I am answering

Glossy 6.5 x 8.75 close-up photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Bette Davis, hello to Sherman Emery.” Double-matted and framed to an overal

Business check, 7 x 3.5, filled out in type and signed by Davis, “Sammy Davis, Jr.,” payable to George Rhodes for $514.16, March 20, 1981. In fine con

TLS, one page, 6.25 x 4.25, personal stationery card, June 7, 1989. Letter to Mickey Rooney. In full: “Sixty years of show business is a long road to

Two items: glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dietrich and Jimmy Stewart, signed in blue felt tip; and an endorsed check, dated July 3, 1991, payable to Dietrich

Vintage semi-glossy 5 x 6.75 close-up photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and a few scattered bends.

Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dors seductively glancing over her shoulder, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “To Richard, Diana Dors.” Scattered creases and

Four items: two glossy photos of Frank Langella as Dracula, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed in blue felt tip; an admirer’s original ink and wash sketch

Color satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of Eastwood as Dirty Harry, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition.

Comedy star (1881–1951) best remembered for his two-reelers dating back to the early 1930s and for his appearances opposite Lupe Velez in the ‘Mexican

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Douglas Fairbanks, 1928” and “Sincerely yours, Mary Pickford, 1928,” on individual off-white 3.5 x 2 cards. In overa

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Fairbanks lighting a cigarette, signed in green fountain pen. In fine condition, with some light surface marks and mounting

Satin-finish 7 x 3.75 photo of Fellini looking into a Mitchell 205 camera, signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “A Matthew Stiller, Federico Felli

Glossy 5 x 7 photo of Ferrer as Cyrano de Bergerac, inscribed in blue ink, in French, and signed “Jose Ferrer I.X.46.” Some light rubbing and toning u

On Stage program for Flower Drum Song at Shubert Theatre, October 27, 1958, 6 x 9, 23 pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Miyoshi Um

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Fonda wearing a bow tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Dan Olijar, Sr., with my best wis