RR Auction: January 2015 Fine Autographs and Artifacts

January 14, 2015

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February 2015 Exciting opportunities with our live Remarkable Rarities auction

In addition to our long-time monthly timed internet sale, we will be having a live gaveled auction February 19, 2015. Hosted during a month dedicated to America’s presidents, this auction celebrates several of our most beloved leaders, including JFK, FDR, and Ike. Sampling of the exceptional Kennedy pieces: • Private candids of Camelot’s first couple vacationing • John and Jackie’s 1953 wedding china and silver • John Jr. and Caroline’s first childhood sailboat Visit RRAuction.com on January 26 for the full auction preview

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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

PSA/DNA PSA/DNA is the world’s leading third party autograph authentication company. Using state of the art technology, PSA/DNA created a security system to prevent counterfeiting, forgery and piracy. As the most respected service in the industry, PSA/DNA’s years of expertise and knowledge have established an impeccable reputation for providing professional, unbiased, expert opinions. Letters of Authenticity are available STEVE ZARELLI

on certain lots. Priced from $25 to $200*

STEVE ZARELLI Steve Zarelli is a recognized authority in the field of astronaut autographs. His findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference Relics of the Space Race, and he has contributed articles to the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine, Autograph Times magazine, and the UACC signature study Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Zarelli Space Authentication also provides authentication consulting services to James Spence Authentication (JSA), Sportscard Guaranty Authentic (SGC), and PSA/DNA Authentication. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL Roger has an extensive background as a full-time dealer in autographs and collectibles, and is a trusted authenticator in all areas of contemporary music. When supported by the REAL logo and Roger’s name, music-related autographs assume an added value.

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

PHIL SEARS For over 20 years Phil Sears has been the recognized world authority on Walt Disney’s autograph habits. Included among Phil-sears.com customers are the Walt Disney Company and the Walt Disney Family Museum. Sears’s items have been featured in Autograph Collector magazine, E Ticket magazine, Collect! magazine, and the biography Walt Disney’s Missouri. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*

FRANK CAIAZZO Frank is the world’s leading authority on Beatles signed and handwritten material. Since he began his study in 1986, he has amassed the largest file of signed examples on the planet. Through decades of focused and diligent research, he has acquired great skill in identifying authentic Beatles autographs, and also has gained the insight necessary to accurately approximate the era in which they were signed.

RENATO SAGGIORI With more than 50 years in the European autograph market, Renato is considered an expert on the manuscripts of European royalty, scientists, painters, and writers. He is also considered the leading authority on papal autographs and manuscripts. His 2006 book, The Popes - Five Centuries of Signatures, is an indispensible reference tool.

BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.

JAMES CAMNER, LA SCALA AUTOGRAPHS James is a leading classical music autograph dealer. With more than 35 years experience, he is a founding member of PADA, an authenticator for PSA/DNA, a member of the ABAA, and an author of over ten published books on related subjects.

RICH CONSOLA Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide.

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Contents Presidents & First Ladies ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 Notables ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 31 Military ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 88 Aviation ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������111 Space �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������114 Art ............................................................................................................................. 123 Comic Art & Animation ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 134 Literature ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 136 Classic Music ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 158 Contemporary & Modern Music �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 167 Classic Entertainment ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 184 Sports ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 201 Terms & Conditions ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 206

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presidents & first ladies Prominently signed 1783 discharge for a Revolutionary War veteran 1. George Washington. Partlyprinted DS, signed “G:o Washington,” one page, 7.75 x 12.25, June 8, 1783. Rare military document, in full: “By His Excellency George Washington, Esq; General and Commander in Chief of the Forces of the United States of America.

These are to certify that the Bearer hereof Serjeant Calvin Mun in the fourth Massachusetts Regiment, having faithfully served the United States Six years and two months and being inlisted for the War only, is hereby Discharged from the American Army.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with some partial tape-repaired separations, and moderate to heavy scattered staining, toning, and soiling; Washington’s signature remains extremely crisp and bold, as does all other writing. Accompanied by an attractive cloth mat with an engraved portrait and nameplate for display.

An active soldier for six years during the Revolutionary War, Calvin Mun served in Captain Elnathan Haskell’s company in Colonel William Sherpard’s regiment, the 4th Massachusetts, which saw action at the Battles of Princeton, Saratoga, and Monmouth, among others. Near the end of the war, he reported to be attending to sick soldiers in Virginia. This immensely desirable document, issued within two months of the end of the Revolutionary War, features a large, crisp signature of General Washington shortly after achieving his goal of American independence.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Penned to Hancock’s London partner while preparing a defense of the Boston Massacre

2. John Adams. Rare partial self-contained third-person ADS, signed within the text, one page, 7 x .75, August 13, 1770. In full: “Boston,

August 13, 1770. Rec’d of John Adams Thirty Pounds lawfull Money, in Behalf of George Hayley Esqr of London. I say rec’d by me.” Several vertical folds, a subtle stain near the end of his name, and closely cropped edges, otherwise fine condition. Hayley was John Hancock’s friend and close business associate in London, and Adams seems to have legally represented him in a small Massachusetts real estate dispute earlier in 1770.

A highly successful lawyer, Adams had controversially agreed to lead the defense of the British soldiers who perpetrated the Boston Massacre on March 5, 1770, and was to represent them in court at the end of October, just two months after issuing this document. Though he feared it would hurt his reputation, Adams believed that all men were entitled to a fair trial and deserved equal justice. His success in the trials—Adams secured the acquittal of Captain Thomas Preston and six British soldiers, with the remaining two convicted only of manslaughter rather than murder—elevated his reputation even further. Remaining steadfast in his ideals, the principled stance Adams took in defending his enemy—he had already spoken out against ‘taxation without representation’ and would sign the Declaration of Independence in 1776—is revealing of his strong character and the qualities that led to his success as a leader. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Well-preserved unissued Jefferson-Madison partial ship’s papers 3. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Partly-printed partial DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 8 x 15.5, no date but circa 1801–1809. The rightmost half of an unissued fourlanguage ship’s paper, in English and Dutch, left blank and signed in advance by Jefferson and Madison. Handsomely double-matted and framed with engraved portraits of the eminent statesmen to an overall size of 26.75 x 22.5. Intersecting folds (horizontal folds passing through the top of Jefferson’s signature), and a repaired tear to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. An appealing example of this sought-after pair. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The extremely desirable Founding Fathers in combination 4.

Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.

Partial partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 10.5 x 4.5, November 28, 1803.

The concluding portion of a presidential document, retaining the embossed paper seal affixed to the left side with nearly all teeth still intact. Attractively matted with a nameplate and image of Jefferson to an overall size of 14.75 x 16.5. Several vertical folds passing through some letters of the signatures, and signatures significantly faded but legible, otherwise very good condition.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

5. James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS as president,

one page, 15.5 x 10.75, May 20, 1815. President Madison confers on “Captain Thomas Stockton, of the Army of the United States, the rank of Major by Brevet.” Signed at the conclusion

by President Madison and countersigned by Acting Secretary of State Alexander J. Dallas. Framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 11.75. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact with one small tear. Intersecting storage folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), significant foxing and soiling affecting the overall appearance, and mirroring to ink, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

6. James Madison. Ink signature as president, “James Madison,” on an off-white 5 x 1.5 vellum slip clipped from a document. Also signed by Secretary of State Robert Smith, “R. Smith.” In very good condition, with two vertical folds passing through letters of the signature and closely cropped irregular edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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7. James Madison and James Monroe. Partly-

printed scalloptop vellum DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 10 x 15.25, February 6, 1813.

Scallop-top ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Athens of Hudson, William Ringer, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with seventeen men to pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance seizure or molestation of the said Ship.” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and Monroe. Intersecting folds, Madison’s signature and a few handwritten portions a couple shades lighter than Monroe’s, and a bit of scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact, and slightly toned at the edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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James Monroe. Ink sig-

nature as president, “James Monroe,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1 vellum slip clipped from a document. In very good condition, with light toning and soiling, a stain affecting a few letters of his last name, and closely cropped edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Highly desirable scallop-top Mediterranean ship’s pass

10. James Monroe and John Quincy Adams. Partly-printed

8. James Monroe. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 9, May 23, 1822. President Monroe grants Edward Bryson of Belmont County a parcel of land in Marietta, Ohio, “containing One hundred and fifty eight acres, and forty seven hundredths of an acre.”

Signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. The white paper seal affixed to lower left remains intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, and scattered light stains and creases. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

vellum DS, signed “James Monroe” as president and “John Quincy Adams” as secretary of state, one page, 11.5 x 15, July 3, 1823.

Scallop-top ship’s pass issued for “the Brig Ant, Gideon Lane master or commander…mounted with no guns navigated with nine men To Pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandize without any hinderance seisure or molestation.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President Monroe and countersigned by Secretary of State John Quincy Adams. The crisply embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains entirely intact. Toned intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of Monroe’s signature), a few small holes, and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. An exceedingly desirable double-signed presidential document bearing atypically bold signatures. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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11. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed DS as president, two pages, 11.25 x 14.5, March 18, 1834. A patent issued to Isaac Robinson, who “hath alleged that he has invented a new and useful improvement in the mode of Softening Hides and Skins for Tanning & Dressing which improvement he states has not been known or used before his application…These are therefore to grant, according to law, to the said Isaac Robinson his heirs, administrators or assigns, for the term of fourteen years, from the eighteenth day of March one thousand eight hundred and thirty four the full and exclusive right and liberty of making, constructing, using and vending to others to be used, the said improvement; a description whereof is given in the words of the said Isaac Robinson himself, in the schedule hereto annexed.”

Second page bears a lengthy detailed description of the improvement, written and signed

by Robinson. In good condition, with trimmed top edge to first page, intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, small hole along fold of both pages, scattered creasing, toning, and soiling, most of Jackson’s large signature and handwritten text on first page a couple shades light, some of Robinson’s writing light, but legible, and binding holes to left edges. The white wafer seal, which retains its ribbon, is worn and toned, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

12. Andrew Jackson. Scarce hand-addressed free frank panel,

5.5 x 3, addressed by Jackson to “Robert Beal Esqr, Washington City, D. Columbia,” and franked along the top, “Free, Andrew Jackson.”

Panel is also postmarked Nashville, November 18. Mild scattered staining and a couple stray ink blots to the left side, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon handwritten letter from “Genl. Jackson” 13. Andrew Jackson. Third-person ALS, signed within the text, one page, 7.75 x 4, January 2, 1823. In full: “Genl. Jackson with compliments to Mr. King informs him that he cannot attend him today but will the first good morning, Sunday excepted.” Affixed to a same-size sheet. Matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 20.75 x 15.75. In very good condition, with two vertical folds and scattered soiling. After a 25-year-long absence, Jackson would return to the Senate in March 1823 and soon lose the 1824 presidential election. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Scarce presidential ship’s pass for the “Barque George & Martha” 14. Martin Van Buren. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “M. Van Buren,” one page, 11.75 x 14.5, June 16, 1838. Scallop-top ship’s pass issued for “the Barque George & Martha…Joseph Wilson Jr master or commander…navigated with 22 men To Pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize without any hinderance, seisure or molestation.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Van Buren and countersigned by Secretary of State John Forsyth. The crisply embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and soiling to edges. A highly appealing document featuring an exceptionally crisp signature, with a nice association as it was issued for a ship named after the the nation’s first couple. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

15. John Tyler.

Partly-printed DS, one page, 7.5 x 5.5, March 24, 1826.

As governor of Virginia, Tyler reappoints a sheriff.

In part: “William Dupree the present Sheriff of Charlotte County, having signified his consent to continue in office another year, our Governor…doth hereby commission him…to continue in the said office of Sheriff.” The crisply embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact.

Handsomely double-matted and framed with a nameplate and engraved portrait to an overall size of 12 x 16.5. Light scattered toning and a small area of paper loss at the top storage fold (affecting no words), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

16. Zachary Taylor. Uncom-

mon LS signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, April 16, 1835.

In full: “Herewith enclosed you will receive an annual return of alterations of casualties incurred to the 1st Regt Inf. for the year 1834 together with the account current of the first fund for the 1st q[uarte]r 1835 and a recruiting return etc for Feb. 35. Also the recruiting returns for Dec. 1834, substituted for the old returns from your office.

The enlistment for this return was forwarded with the one but sent back. No recruits having enlisted in Oct. and Novr 1834, the returns were not made out.” Partial separations to folds, neatly repaired on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce military appointment for the future Civil War admiral 17. Millard Fillmore. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one

page, 15.5 x 18, March 13, 1851. President Fillmore appoints Donald McNeill Fairfax as “a Lieutenant in the Navy.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Fillmore and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy William A. Graham. The paper seal affixed at the bottom remains fully intact. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), small areas of paper loss along the central horizontal fold (affecting a few words), a few small edge tears, and slight show-through from mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Fairfax went on to serve in the Civil War and was central in the ‘Trent Affair,’ a diplomatic incident that occurred when he boarded a British mail-steamer to remove two Confederate officials as prisoners. His distinguished service in the Union Navy included command of the Cayuga, Nantucket, and Montauk, and by the end of his career Fairfax had achieved the rank of rear admiral. Fillmore documents signed as president are rather scarce, as his stint in office lasted under three years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Outstandingly rare twice-signed portrait 18. Millard Fillmore. Extremely rare 2.25

x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Fillmore in a three-quarter-length seated pose, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Millard Fillmore,” and signed again on the reverse, “Millard Fillmore, April 11th 1864.” Published by E. & H. T. Anthony of New York from a Mathew Brady negative. Wrinkles and a toned area to the upper left of the image, and a minor mounting remnant to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Fillmore had served as president from 1850 to 1853, a time when tension over the institution of slavery was high—the Compromise of 1850 saw controversial policies enacted, such as the Fugitive Slave Act and the agreement that the slavery status of the newly admitted Utah and New Mexico would be determined by popular sovereignty. During the Civil War, he denounced secession and agreed that the Union must be maintained by force if necessary, but was very critical of the war policies of President Abraham Lincoln. In postwar years, he supported the Reconstruction policies of President Andrew Johnson. Signed photos of Fillmore are incredibly rare, this being just the third we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Granting safe passage to a New Bedford whaling vessel

19. James Buchanan. Partly-printed DS as president, one page,

21.75 x 16.75, November 11, 1859. Four language ship’s paper issued to “James Nichols, master or commander of the Ship called Rainbow…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for Pacific Ocean and laden with provisions, stores, and utensils for a whaling voyage.” Signed in the right panel by Buchanan and countersigned

by Secretary of State Lewis Cass. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, old reinforcement to reverse of central vertical fold, and scattered toning, including an area of circular toning from seal. The white wafer seal is toned and intact. Buchanan’s signature is large and crisp. An uncommon example enhanced by its desirable whaling connection. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

As the Republican presidential nominee, Lincoln signs from Springfield in 1860

20. Abraham Lincoln. LS signed by Lincoln, “A. Lincoln,” one page, 5 x 2.75, June 19, 1860. Letter to J. Van Prag complying with

an autograph request. In full: “I herewith send you my autograph which you desire.” Matted and framed with an image of Lincoln to an overall size of 12 x 15. Small tears and wear along the right edge, otherwise fine condition. Lincoln had received the presidential nomination just one month earlier at the Republican National Convention in Chicago on May 18, and was en route to electoral victory in November. A wonderfully bold signature from the year of his election to the presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Rare 1861 appointment for the blue-collar “Chief Justice”

21. Abraham Lincoln. Extremely desirable partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20.75 x 16, July 26, 1861. President Lincoln appoints Christopher C. Hewitt as “Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States for the Territory of Washington.” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned

by Secretary of State William H. Seward. The official seal is embossed in the lower left with a paper seal affixed to the reverse. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (tiny holes at intersection), mild toning to borders, and a few small stains. Accompanied by a mat for display purposes.

At this point in time, the Washington Territory was just eight years old and by far the most remote part of the United States. The road to Hewitt’s appointment to this position was highly unusual—although he was trained as a lawyer, he had been unable to make a living practicing law after arriving in Seattle in the mid 1850s and retired to become a mechanic, working to make oxen yokes. When a local mill needed legal representation they found Hewitt, who managed to win the drawn-out case. His brief on appeal was so impressive that Washington took notice, and, finding him legally qualified and politically fit, Lincoln tendered him the position of chief justice. Despite being well-respected as a judge, Hewitt retired after the expiration of his four-year term in order to take up farming. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Amazing Civil War autograph album, with Lincoln, Custer, Grant, and Sherman

22. Abraham Lincoln, U. S. Grant, and George Custer.

Spectacular leatherbound autograph album, 5.75 x 8.75, signed inside in ink by 50 Civil War–era figures, highlighted by Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson, U. S. Grant, George Custer, and William T. Sherman. Additional signers include Philip H. Sheriden, George G. Meade, Winfield Scott Hancock, Lew Wallace, Benjamin F. Butler, William W. Belknap, David Hunter, Christopher C. Augur, Alexander B. Dyer, Edward P. Doherty, Mortimer D. Leggett, William Dwight, John F. Miller, Benjamin F. Potts, Henry Warner Slocum, William Hays, Charles H. Tompkins, and August Kautz. A small albumen image of Lincoln is affixed above his signature.

In overall fine condition, with all signatures bold and beautifully penned.

An astounding array of the politicians and generals that won the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Superior portrait of Lincoln’s successor

24. Andrew Johnson.

23. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 9.5, September 30, 1868.

President Johnson directs the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of John F. Brown.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by Johnson. Affixed at the left edge to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare 4.25 x 6.25 cabinet photo showing Johnson in a three-quarter-length seated pose, boldly signed in the lower border in black ink. Trimmed edges with the back layer of the cabinet card removed and a tiny nick to the image, otherwise fine condition. Johnson is extremely scarce in any photographic format, and especially so in images of this size and quality. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Incensed with the poor performance of McClernand at Vicksburg, Grant replaces him with the future hero of Appomattox 25. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated document handwritten by Grant but unsigned,

one page, 7.5 x 9.5, June 18, 1863. Special Order 164 relieving Major General McClernand of command after disastrous losses at Vicksburg. In full: “Maj. Gen. J. A. McClernand is hereby relieved from the Command of the 13th Army Corps.

He will proceed to any point he may select in the state of Ill. and report by letter to Head Quarters of the Army for orders. Maj. Gen. E. O. C. Ord is hereby appointed to the command of the 13th Army Corps, subject to the approval of the President and will immediately assume charge of the same.” Document is written entirely in Grant’s hand, with the exception of the date and the last two words, “of the same.”

Grant also struck through three sets of words, one in the first line, “E. O. C. Ord,” and one in the final line, “the command.” Intersecting folds and two circular areas of staining, otherwise fine condition. Grant disliked McClernand from the beginning, and was finally able to relieve him of command after he failed in his assaults on Vicksburg and for his insubordination in communicating with the press against orders. The man Grant replaced him with, Edward Ord, went on to command the Army of the James during the Appomattox Campaign, playing a crucial role in the breakthrough at Petersburg and helping to force the surrender of Robert E. Lee. An incredible document that demonstrates Grant’s decisive actions, with an association that foreshadows the combined efforts of Grant and Ord in bringing about the climactic Union victory and the end of the war at Appomattox. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Grant updates McPherson: “On my return to Vicksburg to-day I will send up boats enough to bring down Quinby’s Division” 26. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U. S.

Grant, Maj. Gen.,” one page, 7.75 x 6.5, Lake Providence, Louisiana, February 13, 1863. Letter to Major General James B. McPherson. In full: “On my return to Vicksburg to-day I will send up boats enough to bring down Quinby’s Division. When you arrive at Lake Providence retain all boats brought with you unless it is necessary to send them back after troops or stores.” Intersecting folds and a neatly repaired thin diagonal tear, otherwise fine condition. This letter comes from the period Grant’s Bayou Operations in early 1863, in which he attempted to use or construct alternative waterways to position troops within striking distance of Vicksburg. McPherson would soon begin working to build a canal connecting the Mississippi to Lake Providence, allowing access to the Red River; he declared the canal navigable in mid March, but the boats sent to Grant were insufficient to move troops in the large quantities he desired. Highly desirable wartime content from the Vicksburg Campaign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

28. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8.5 x 11,

March 27, 1872. President Grant orders the secretary of state to “affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of John Miller.” Miller’s middle initial is scratched out, apparently a mistake when filling out the document. In fine condition, with small edge separations at horizontal folds and expected document wear. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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29. U. S. Grant.

Ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1.75 slip. Includes a contemporary collectors note, reading: “General U. S. Grant’s signature—Given to me by E. W. Howard, 15-191.” Matted and framed together with two images to an overall size of 14.75 x 14. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold and some skipping or flaking to ink in his last name. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Upon nuptial news, the congressman offers “the congratulations of Mrs. McKinley and myself”

30. Rutherford B. Hayes. Choice partly-

printed vellum DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 15.75 x 19.75, February 9, 1880. President Hayes appoints John S. Newell as “a Lieutenant Commander in the Navy.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Richard W. Thompson. The blue seal affixed at the bottom remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. An extremely clean and appealing presidential document. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

32. William McKinley. Scarce early ALS signed “Wm. McKinley,

Jr.,” one page, 5 x 5.5, April 3, 1885. Letter to Grace Hazlett, offering congratulations on her upcoming marriage to William Upson. In full: “If it is not too late, please accept the congratulations of Mrs. McKinley and myself. I know him and like him. Both have my cordial congratulations.” In fine condition. Hazlett was a close family friend of McKinley’s in Canton, Ohio, and McKinley went on to serve as the family’s lawyer. A desirable, boldly penned letter from his time in the House of Representatives. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

31. Benjamin Harrison. LS as president signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, lightly-lined,

7.75 x 10.5, Executive Mansion letterhead, March 8, 1892. Letter to J. M. Dashiell. In part: “I am glad to hear from you and glad to know that you retain a friendly recollection of your old colonel. Please accept my thanks…and my most hearty good wishes for yourself and family.”

A horizontal mailing fold bisecting the signature and light overall creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Harrison had served in the Union Army’s 70th Indiana during the Civil War, joining Sherman’s Atlanta Campaign on the front lines in 1864; Dashiell was presumably a war buddy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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33. Theodore Roosevelt.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16 x 19.75, September 12, 1905. President Roosevelt appoints Louis A. Kaiser as “a LieutenantCommander in the Navy.” Beautifully signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and countersigned by Acting Secretary of the Navy Charles H. Darling. The embossed blue Navy Department seal remains affixed to the lower left. In fine condition, with light creases and soiling to edges, and a small piece of tape affixed to the left edge; an attractive and well-preserved military appointment.

Kaiser was a pioneer of the naval use of wireless telegraphy prior to World War I, and eventually rose to the rank of captain in command of the battleship USS New Jersey. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

34. Theodore Roosevelt. Bank check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Roosevelt, payable to James L. Clark for $537, June 7, 1911. Also endorsed on the reverse by Clark. In fine condition, with two vertical folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and expected cancellation holes.

Clark was distinguished explorer who worked at the American Museum of Natural History in New York, and was a close friend to Roosevelt.

He had traveled to Africa in 1908 to photograph big game for Collier’s Weekly, producing the ‘first film to record African wildlife,’ and brought back exotic specimens for the president’s collection. Roosevelt first traveled to Africa in 1909 in his famous expedition sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution. A fine association with Roosevelt’s well-known enthusiasm for travel and exploration. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Do what you can for all the heads of the organization, without regard to faction, so long as what they desire you to do is entirely straight” 35. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president, two pages, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, July 9, 1906. Letter to Grosvenor A. Porter, a cousin of Edith K. Roosevelt. In part: “The most important thing for you to do is just what you have been doing, that is, so administer your office that all the best people will feel that you are about the best official in the Territory...I would like to have you identify yourself as far as is proper with the Republican organization, and let it be known that you are delighted to do what you can for all the heads of the organization, without regard to faction, so long as what they desire you to do is entirely straight.” He adds a handwritten closing sentence, “But the last proviso is all important.” Tape-repaired edge separations to the horizontal mailing fold (passing through his very faded last name in the signature), scattered creases, considerable soiling, and adhesive remnants to blank area of the first page, otherwise very good condition. On September 17, 1907, the people of the Indian and Oklahoma Territories voted favorably to combine the two territories to form the State of Oklahoma. Of the seven congressmen they elected—two to the Senate and five to the House of Representatives—only one was a Republican. Roosevelt nominated Porter to be reappointed as US Marshal for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, but it never got out of committee after charges of immorality and misconduct were made; rather than have the nomination rejected, Roosevelt withdrew it entirely.

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“Wilson is so vain of his style that he does not see it.

Oh what a lot of knowledge is coming to him” 36. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 4, 1918.

Letter to Gus J. Karger of the Cincinnati Times-Star.

In part: “Creel asked Judson how many fighting men we would ever have in Europe during the war. Judson said he did not think it would exceed half a million. Creel said that was his idea. That to me is a most discouraging statement. Creel doubtless reflects the opinion of the President, as probably Judson does. It shows a lack of appreciation of the job we have on hand. We ought now to be making plans for an army of 5,000,000 men. That would give us 2,000,000 or 2,500,000 fighting men on the front. Somebody said that we haven’t any ships to carry them. Well, that is true. We must build them. We will not get them unless we prepare for this war as if it was a real big job of years instead of one to be ended through the sweet, forward-looking sentences of our stylist President.

This open system of diplomacy, or this joint debate, or this exhibition of pedagogy is just to the hand of the Germans—they like nothing better for use among their own people. Wilson is so vain of his style that he does not see it. Oh what a lot of knowledge is coming to him before he gets through with this present job. It is painful to think of it.” In very good condition, with irregular blocks of toning to edges and rusty paperclip impressions to the upper left. Although World War I had begun raging in Europe during the summer of 1914, the US did not enter until April 1917—just a year before Taft wrote this letter. He clearly believed the war would continue for a long time, and advocated the type of ‘total war’ that America would use to its advantage in World War II. However, the Central Powers began to collapse in the spring and summer of 1918, and the war would come to an end in November. A fascinating letter with the country’s former leader harshly criticizing the sitting president.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce appointment for a controversial admiral 37. Warren G. Harding. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15 x 19, October 8, 1921. President Harding appoints Walton R. Sexton as “a Captain in the Navy.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Harding and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Edwin Denby. The blue seal affixed at the bottom remains crisp and fully intact. In fine condition. Accompanied by two additional commissions for Sexton, not signed by presidents, including one issued during the Hoover administration appointing him as “Rear Admiral” and one issued under Franklin D. Roosevelt appointing him as “Commander, Battleships, Battle Force, U. S. Fleet.” Sexton became a controversial voice in the US Navy in the 1940s over the question of segregation. While serving as chairman of the Navy’s General Board in 1942, he objected to the idea of desegregation in the military and discouraged the active recruitment of black soldiers. Woodrow Wilson is generally considered the last president to have signed this format of military commission, with very few such documents signed by Harding. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“The greatest Republican victory in the history of the country” 38. Warren G. Harding. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 8, United States Senate letterhead, November 16, 1920. Letter to Hampton Moore, mayor of Philadelphia. In part: “I was delighted to have your message of congratulations on the night of November 2nd. Philadelphia and Pennsylvania helped notably in securing the greatest Republican victory in the history of the country. Please know how grateful I am for the part you had therein.” Affixed to a same-size mount. Toning to borders and dampstaining to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Harding had just secured the presidency in the November 2 election by one of the greatest popular vote margins in history—the largest since 1820, when James Monroe had run unopposed. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

39. Herbert Hoover. Collection of five TLSs from Hoover to his presidential secretary Lawrence Richey, each one page, 7.25 x 10.5, dated between 1933 and 1937 (none as president). One, in part: “I send you herewith a letter from Chief Justice Hughes…it would be advisable for you to use the delivery of this letter as an excuse to call upon him and state that I am greatly distressed over an action of a well meaning friend.” Another, in part: “Please find enclosed a letter which explains itself, but which I do not wish to answer…we have always had some doubt about dealing with this fellow. Perhaps you might communicate with him, telling him you hear he has something on his mind.” The letter Hoover references is stapled to the upper left, and is from newspaper correspondent Blair Coan, regarding the need to ‘save the country from communism.’ In overall fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare 1919 Paris Peace Conference material highlighted

by Keynes—“There is nothing but shame behind us and misfortune in front. How it will all end God knows”

40. Herbert Hoover and John Maynard Keynes. Remarkable archive related to the 1919 Paris Peace Conference following World War I, comprised of Hoover’s correspondence with John Maynard Keynes, President Woodrow Wilson, Edgar Rickard, and Thomas E. Wilson.

First is a TLS drafted by Hoover to send to President Wilson, two pages, American Commission to Negotiate Peace letterhead, Paris, January 23, 1919, in part: “This work must be done for the honor of the United States and I have no wish to show so little patriotism as to embarrass you…I would be glad indeed if you would accept my resignation and communicate to your friends in the Senate my earnest wish to withdraw from the entire matter, and also from the further conduct of the United States Food Administration.” Second is an unsigned typed memo, four pages, June 5, 1919, in which Hoover outlines his objections to the treaty that had been drafted thus far; a handwritten note by Hoover in pencil, signed “H. H.,” notes the people he had discussed it with. An important highlight of this archive is a rare ALS to Hoover by John Maynard Keynes, signed “J. M. Keynes,” one page both sides, British Delegation, Paris, letterhead, June 7, 1919, in part: “You are the only man in Paris in my judgment who has come through this tragedy without discredit and has accomplished some part at least of his aims. The rest has all been wickedness, greed, meanness, smallness and failure. I look back on the last few months with horror. There is nothing but shame behind us and misfortune in front. How it will all end God knows. But this at least is certain that the world cannot be governed thus”; accompanied by an unsigned retained carbon copy of Hoover’s reply. Also included are three draft ALSs in pencil by Hoover, one signed “H” and two unsigned.

One to Edgar Rickard concerns business matters, in part: “I simply cannot have even indirect interest in any business that comprises even the color of making markets on names.” Another to Rickard, in part: “Confidential. Do you not think we should make Whitemarsh Asst Director General.” The third, to Thomas E. Wilson, in part: “I am arranging to take up my own profession as a consulting engineer.” Also includes a group of five unsigned typed letters referencing Hoover’s finances, some with a few notes in his own hand and one initialed “H. H” on the reverse.

In overall fine condition. The Paris Peace Conference was held in 1919 to negotiate the terms of the peace following World War I. Opinions varied drastically over what steps should be taken—Keynes, for example, thought the reparations that the final treaty called for would send the German economy into an economic tailspin. Like Keynes, Hoover criticized the final treaty as unfair and was concerned about the stability of the League of Nations, which the United States would never join. Handwritten items by Hoover and Keynes are extremely scarce, and the historical impact of the topic at hand in this archive makes it truly remarkable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 20 | January 14, 2015 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

“Any professor of English who has endured my excursions into that field deserves more than just a signature” 41. Herbert Hoover. Scarce ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8, personal letterhead, January 7, 1954.

Letter to Professor Wallace B. Amsbury. In full: “General Hawley tells me you want my autograph. Any professor of English who has endured my excursions into that field deserves more than just a signature.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Hoover’s handwritten letters are extremely scarce, as he generally opted for a typewriter—particularly in response to autograph requests. A bold and highly desirable letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

FDR fears a run on his bank— “Many of the accounts were what they termed ‘political’” 42. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland letterhead, December 2, 1924. Letter to Julian Goldman, in part: “I had a talk with the head of a downtown Trust Company the other day and he told me that his company had considered the acquisition of the up-town bank we were discussing and that they decided not to purchase it because, on analysis so many of the accounts were what they termed ‘political’ that they were afraid most of these would be withdrawn in the event of a change of ownership. That is something worth looking into. I am on the look-out for a young man and though I have heard of several none of them would be satisfactory. If you have not got one yet I will call up Judge Mahoney and Judge Proskauer this week as both of them are comparatively young themselves and might know of someone who would fit in.” In fine condition, with staple holes and slight creasing to upper left corner, and one light vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. Both judges mentioned were quite prominent in the New York political circles that FDR was familiar with—as a private lawyer, Joseph M. Proskauer been an advisor and speech writer during Alfred E. Smith’s successful campaign for governor, and Governor Smith appointed him to the New York Supreme Court in 1923. Jeremiah T. Mahoney was friends with FDR and was a delegate to the Democratic National Convention seven times between 1920 and 1952. He also served as president of the Amateur Athletic Union and led efforts to boycott the 1936 Olympics in Nazi Germany, a subject President Roosevelt did not comment on. A fascinating letter considering the political impact of the judges mentioned.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

43. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Signed book: The Public Papers and Addresses of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Volume I. First edition. NY: Random House, 1938. Hardcover, 6.75 x 9.75, 911 pages. Signed as president on the first free end page in fountain pen. Autographic condition: very good, with overall soiling and light foxing.

Book condition: G/None. Accompanied by the original letter of transmittal on White House letterhead, dated May 19, 1942, signed by FDR’s private secretary Grace Tully. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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44. Franklin D. Roosevelt. ALS

signed “Father,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland letterhead, postmarked January 21, 1928. Letter to his son James about attending the Democratic National Convention. In part: “By the way find out when you can leave Cambridge in the Spring—what do you say to you & Elliot going with me to the Houston Convention which starts June 26th? I ought to get there the 24th at the latest. Hope the exams are coming all right.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Roosevelt’s own hand.

The 1928 Democratic National Convention was held from June 26 to 28 at Sam Houston Hall in Houston, Texas, and resulted in the nomination of Alfred E. Smith to run as the party’s candidate in the presidential election. In October, Roosevelt was elected as governor of New York by a narrow margin. Four years later at the next DNC, Roosevelt was named the party’s candidate and soon elected to the first of his four terms as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

“This knowledge has greatly sustained me through some very decisive and difficult times” 45. Harry S. Tr u m a n . T L S

as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, September 13, 1952. Letter to Rabbi Samuel Thurman, in part: “Your letter of the sixth is wonderful and what you have been good enough to express regarding my leadership and action I have taken in the postelection days has inspired me tremendously…This knowledge has greatly sustained me through some very decisive and difficult times, and for this I shall always be grateful.” Scattered creasing, heaviest along left edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Following his triumphant victory in the presidential election of 1948, Truman invited Samuel Thurman, a longtime friend and fellow freemason, to deliver the invocation at his second term Oath of Office commencement, making him the first rabbi to recite a prayer at a presidential inauguration. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare image of Truman during World War I 46. Harry S. Truman. Uncommon official matte-finish 10 x 8 US Army photo of Truman with officers in the 129th Artillery Regiment during World War I, signed and inscribed vertically in fountain pen, “To: Joseph J. Fricelli, From: Harry S. Truman, signed 5/21/63.”

Stamped on the reverse with a caption and US Army credit. An area of surface loss to the left border and slight creases to corners, otherwise fine condition. This image was captured in Chateau le Chanay, France, in December 1918—the month after the armistice.

Truman’s artillery unit was responsible for some of the last shots of World War I, firing at German positions in Hermeville before the armistice took effect at 11 am. The battery did not lose a single man during Truman’s command in France, and his wartime experience brought forth his leadership qualities that proved vital to later political success. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce 1945 presentation for the “Shoulder Sleeve Insignia, Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Force” 47. Dwight D. Eisenhower. War-dated printed presentation sheet, signed in fountain pen, one page, 8 x 10.5, no date but postmarked May 27, 1945. The page is headed “Shoulder Sleeve Insignia, Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Force,” and features a color image of the insignia below. A description of the meaning behind the design of the patch is printed at the bottom, explaining that the black background represents “the darkness of Nazi oppression,” the fiery crusader’s sword representing “avenging justice,” a rainbow comprised of the colors of the flags of the Allied forces to represent hope, and light blue at the top “emblematic of a state of peace and tranquility.” Central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and an actual example of the patch. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

48. Dwight D. E i s e n h o w e r.

TLS as president signed “Ike,” one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, October 30, 1953. Letter to his older brother Edgar Eisenhower.

In part: “Tradition, politics, and a great deal of ignorance in critical quarters combine to prevent a truly efficient organization of the President’s office. I assure you, to compare with what was here eight months ago, we are not a model of smooth operation…I did try out my arm the other day…With 5 greens consuming 15 putts, I still limped around in the 7th—which for me was not bad, not good!” In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to the left side and filing holes to the top. Great content from Ike’s first year as president, commenting on the administrative transitions and logjams in the nation’s highest office. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

49. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

War-dated TLS signed “Dwight,” one page, 8 x 10.5, War Department letterhead, May 1, 1942. Letter to his older brother Edgar Eisenhower. In part: “I understand exactly how you feel about Mother and her visit to the far west, and I sincerely hope that she enjoys the trip…Mamie is extremely well, for her; and Johnny seems to be pursuing a normal course at West Point. She will probably go up to see him on May 29, which will be the day he goes from the status of lowly ‘plebe’ to an exalted ‘yearling.’” Eisenhower’s stationery also features an interesting war bond graphic in the lower left. In fine condition. At this time Eisenhower was in Washington, but within two months would be sent to London as the commanding general in the European Theater of Operations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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50. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Off-white mailing envelope with

“Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Force, Office of the Supreme Commander” imprinted on the flap, 8.25 x 3.75, addressed in type to his son, John S. D. Eisenhower, and signed on the left side with a censoring signature, “Dwight D. Eisenhower.” The envelope is postmarked Washington, DC, January 11, 1945, and bears an Army Examiner stamp to the lower left. In very good condition, with significant scattered creases and soiling, small edge tears, and the examination stamp affecting the first few letters of the signature. John Eisenhower was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, and served during World War II and the Korean War, remaining on active duty until 1963; his military career was largely thwarted due to the prominence of his father. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“I am definitely opposed to the lifting of rent controls”

51. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Congress of the United States letterhead, March 19, 1947. Letter to a constituent. In part: “I have your letter of recent date, and enclosure of an editorial on ‘Rent Control,’ from the New York Times of March 2nd. In reply, I wish to advise you that I am definitely opposed to the lifting of rent controls at the present time, and shall support any legislation which will retain these controls.” In fine condition, with a subtle overall block of toning from previous display. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, bearing a pre-printed free frank. A highly desirable letter from Kennedy’s first congressional term in which he takes a strong stance on a hot-button political issue. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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52. John F. Kennedy. Desirable TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, June 28, 1956. Letter to Louise M. C. Schiavoni. In part: “Thank you very much for your letter of recent date. I sincerely appreciate your interest in writing to me.” Scattered creases and a few trivial edge tears, otherwise fine condition. This marked an important period in JFK’s rise to national prominence, having released the Pulitzer Prize–winning Profiles in Courage earlier in the year. The 1956 Democratic National Convention was soon to come in August, where Kennedy lost the vice presidential nomination by a narrow margin. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“Whatever Mr. Khrushchev may try, whatever he may say, our answer is a stronger America” 53. John F. Kennedy. Remarkable typed manuscript draft for a

campaign speech given in Dallas, Texas, on September 13, 1960, 11 pages, 8.5 x 11, with several notes penned on the reverse of the last page in Kennedy’s hand. In the speech, JFK offers thoughtful remarks on the Cold War and the implications of the coming election on relations between the United States and USSR. In part: “They say that this election is to pick a man who can stand up to Khrushchev in debate. They say that experience in arguments and debates is all we need in the White House. But I suggest to you that more than this will be necessary to impress Mr. Khrushchev. He has engaged in many arguments. He has taken part in many debates. He has exchanged threats and insults with the best of them. But he continues to move ahead—to probe the weaknesses of the West—to exploit chaos and disorder—and to strengthen and expand the influence of the Communist system. Aided by the Chinese Reds, he penetrated deeper into the Middle East. And no amount of tough talk or skillful debate is going to slow him down.

Others say that our propaganda will deter Mr. Khrushchev. If we keep saying we are assured of our continued military lead—if we keep saying that our economic growth is superior—if we keep saying that we are first in space and science and research—then, according to this view, Mr. Khrushchev and all the world will be convinced. If the skeptics and critics will only keep quiet, we are told, it will be obvious that our system, not theirs, represents the wave of the future. But I suggest to you that saying it is so doesn’t make it so. Mr. Khrushchev knows, and all the world knows, that the first vehicle in space was called Sputnik, not Vanguard....The facts of the matter are that arguments are not enough to stop Mr. Khrushchev—and propaganda is not enough—and self-contentment is not enough. There is only one thing in the world that will impress the Russians and the Chinese.

And that is a strong America.”

Several corrections and small notations have been made throughout the text in another hand, and Kennedy has penned over 30 words on the reverse of the last page, most of which are illegible. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, toning and staining throughout, scattered creases, and chipping to edges. Kennedy was campaigning in full-force at this point, with the 1960 presidential election less than two months away. Texas was anticipated to be one of the closest races in the country, with Kennedy’s chances aided by his running mate, Lyndon B. Johnson, a native of the state. In this remarkable speech, JFK touches upon the key points plaguing the nation—the Soviet Union, the decay of American exceptionalism, the space race, and Democratic ideals. Given the large size of the text, it seems that this must have been prepared as a reading copy, with JFK’s notes concerning either his delivery of the speech or potential revisions.

A truly fantastic piece of history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Featured in Profiles in Courage 54. John F. Kennedy. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, February 18, 1959. Letter to Mrs. Edgar Deen of Fort Worth, Texas. In part: “I am very happy to give you my permission to use the picture of Anne Hutchinson in Great Christian Women, and I look forward with much interest to reading your new book. Thank you for your kind reference to my speech before the U. S. Conference of Mayors last September.” Scattered creases and a rusty paperclip impression to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Kennedy had featured Anne Hutchinson, a member of the early Massachusetts Puritan congregation, in his 1957 book Profiles in Courage, citing her for holding true to her ideals and standing up to her minister and Governor Winthrop in holding her own religious meetings. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

Wonderful Renoir-inspired Limoges china prepared for the First Couple’s trip to Paris 55. John and Jacqueline Kennedy.

Beautiful limited edition hand-painted Limoges porcelain dessert plate as approved by Jacqueline Kennedy for the First Couple’s visit to Paris in May 1963, numbered 1/100, measuring 7.5˝ in diameter, featuring stunning floral designs in the center and edges based upon the work of renowned Parisian artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The bottom of the plate bears a hand-painted note in gold, “Specimen du service offert a Mme. Jacqueline Kennedy in Mai 1963 [Example of the service offered to Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy in May 1963],” with makers’ stamps of Georges Boyer of Limoges and Galerie Urban. In fine condition. Stunning sets of Renoir-inspired china were prepared in anticipation of the Kennedys’ visit, with 100 of these ‘specimen’ example plates being produced in addition to the gifts given to the couple. Three such examples were submitted to Jacqueline for approval beforehand. These were to be marketed by the Galerie Urban in London, and were not produced for the general public. This rare and exquisitely decorated piece of china is a fantastic representation of the first lady’s influential style and artistic taste. Starting Bid $300 26 | January 14, 2015 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

56. Jacqueline Kennedy. TLS signed “Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Doubleday letterhead, May 21, 1985. Letter to Norman Olson at Levinson’s Book Store in Sacramento. In part: “I am writing to tell you about a very special book which I am most proud to be working on…In September, Doubleday will publish A Second Paradise, a magnificent celebration of Indian courtly life…the current success of such adaptations as The Jewel in the Crown and A Passage to India attest to a renewed enjoyment of Indian arts.” Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 20.5 x 17.5. In fine condition. Kennedy had become fascinated with Indian arts and culture while visiting as first lady in March 1962. She had begun working as an editor at Doubleday in 1978, and when she revisited India in 1983 she met with Naveen Patnaik, who she commissioned to write A Second Paradise. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

57. Gerald Ford. Archive of material related to Ford’s publishing collaboration with Lord John Press, comprised of nine signed items, including seven TLSs, one DS, and a signed proof sheet, as well as a substantial file of records concerning the work, not signed by Ford. The letters date from 1980 to 1994, primarily concerning publishing matters. One, in part: “I gave the Churchill lecture at the English-Speaking Union in London…Because of the Churchill connection, I thought you might be interested in publishing another book.”

Another, in part: “Thank you for your letter of March 16, proposing a poster containing a picture and the text of my Inaugural speech as President…I am pleased with the miniature book of my speech to Visa International.” The 1994 letter, in part: “The Nixon funeral was most emotional for those who knew him over forty years.” The DS is a W-9 tax form, and the signed proof sheet is of the title page for the Lord John Press miniature edition of Global Stability. Among the other papers are a diagram of the proposed poster featuring Ford’s inaugural remarks, photos of Ford, letters from other firms, retained photocopies of letters sent to Ford, and several original mailing envelopes with Ford’s pre-printed free frank. In overall fine condition. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin.

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Exceedingly rare Reagan presidential appointment 58. Ronald Reagan. Immensely desirable partly-printed DS as president, one page, 22.5 x 18.25, May 16, 1985. President Reagan appoints Christopher Hicks of Texas as “Director of the Office of Administration.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Reagan and countersigned by Secretary of State George P. Schultz. A gorgeous, crisply endorsed official paper seal is affixed to the lower left. Nicely framed to an overall size of 24 x 19.75. In fine condition. Reagan is excessively rare in signed presidential appointments, this example dating to shortly after his second term began. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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60. Grover Cleveland

61. Grover Cleveland

62. William McKinley

63. William H. Taft

64. William H. Taft

65. Woodrow Wilson

66. Calvin Coolidge

67. Franklin D. Roosevelt

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80. Richard Nixon

81. Gerald Ford

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85. Gerald Ford

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75. Richard Nixon

76. Richard Nixon

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79. Richard Nixon

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82. Gerald Ford

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87. Ronald Reagan

88. Ronald Reagan

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91. Ronald Reagan

92. George Bush

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93. George and Barbara Bush

96. Bill Clinton

97. Bill and Hillary Clinton

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notables Scarce Massachusetts appointment for a Revolutionary veteran 101. Samuel Adams. Partly-printed DS, one page,

14.75 x 9, May 3, 1796. As governor of Massachusetts, Adams appoints Silas Buss as “Lieutenant of a Company in the first Regiment of the Second Brigade, Seventh Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth.” Boldly signed in the upper left by Adams and countersigned at the conclusion by John Avery as secretary. The paper seal affixed to the reverse remains fully intact. Intersecting folds (a horizontal fold passing through the very bottom of the signature), a partial separation to the top of the central vertical fold, and uniform overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Buss served during the Revolutionary War and in the militia that helped to suppress Shays’ Rebellion in 1787. A highly desirable military document enhanced by its association with these early uprisings in American history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

Choice correspondence on his musical theory 102. Theodor Adorno. German sociologist, philosopher, and musicologist (1903–1969) known for his critical theory as a leading member of the Frankfurt School. Four TLSs in German to Martin Lutschewitz, three signed “Th. W. Adorno” and one signed “Theodor W. Adorno,” totaling six pages, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, dated between 1955 and 1960. One letter, in part (translated): “Perhaps the current situation made your letter so especially meaningful to me since my debate with the so-called musical movement and the endlessly unfair behavior of such people as Twittenhoff, Borries, and Wiora (as opposed to Doflein, with whom I carry on a constant and fruitful correspondence) has forced me into extremely pointed wording. The discussion is about a fairly large piece, ‘Critique of the Musician,’ which will be broadcast in the Stuttgart evening program on May 25 and again on June 1.” In overall fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Accompanied by one original mailing envelope and full English translations for all letters. Adorno was accused of being too unfamiliar with the musical youth to have the right to judge it, and he had ongoing dialogues with his fellow academic musicologists, who he mentions—Erich Dolfein, Walter Wiora, Siefried Borris, and Wilhelm Twittenhoff. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The Revolution’s notorious traitor files suit 103. Benedict Arnold.

Manuscript DS, signed “B. Arnold,” one page, 7 x 8, October 5, 1790. A legal document in which “Benedict Arnold the plaintiff in this cause maketh oath that Freeman Hughes…is justly and truly indebted to this deponent in the…sum of one hundred thirty seven pounds, ten shillings and sixpence.” Signed at the conclusion by Arnold and countersigned by Joshua Upham, a judge in the Supreme Court of New Brunswick, Canada. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (a horizontal fold passing through the signature), some light dampstaining, and show-through from docketing to reverse. Arnold moved to Saint John, New Brunswick in 1785, where he established a business doing trade with the West Indies; he became thoroughly disliked in the area due to a series of bad business deals and legal battles—this document certainly pertaining to one. Both Loyalists and Americans turned against him, and after winning a slander suit against a former business partner, the townspeople burned him in effigy in front of his house as his family watched. After six years of controversy and resentment, Arnold returned to London in December 1791. Benedict Arnold documents are scarce and always desirable, this example being especially so as it relates to his sordid legacy in the Americas. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

104. Charles Babbage. Pioneering British mathematician and

mechanical engineer (1791–1871) whose Difference Engine and Analytical Engine are generally acknowledged as the first programmable computers. Uncommon LS signed “C. Babbage,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.25, January 30, 1824. In part: “Mr Cesar Moreau, Vice Consul of the French government in London and a member of several learned societies has inquired of me if there would be any possibility of getting instructions for a young protegee of his in your business and has requested a note of introduction to you. I know that a few words from yourself would save much time in the transference of information and therefore take the liberty of introducing him to you. I have been so much occupied lately that I have been unable to pay you a visit to examine your new telescope for distances.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Babbage to an overall size of 17.5 x 14.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing the front of the letter. In fine condition, with light scattered stains, and show-through from writing on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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105. David Ben-Gurion. ALS in Hebrew, signed “D. Ben-Gurion,” one page, lightly-lined,

4.75 x 8.25, July 8, 1967. Letter to an employee at the Sde Boker Academy, the kibbutz where Ben-Gurion lived from 1963 until his death. In part (translated): “I know well…of your difficulties; unfortunately I am troubled for many days…I went to Sde Boker, but only for a few days, I did not see anyone. Not even my grandchild that is there now…Your resignation is hard to digest, and we could not easily find a person that could work with the kind of devotion and talent you have. I ask you to stay in your job—and I will see how we can help in any matter.” Central vertical and horizontal folds, light creases, and small paper loss to lower corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Herewith please find the layout chart for the 2 HP motor,” writes the automotive pioneer at the close of 1896 106. Carl Benz. Rare ALS in German, signed “Benz & Cie.,” one page,

8 x 11, Benz & Co. letterhead, November 21, 1896. Letter to the German astronomer Max Wolf, a pioneer in the field of astrophotography, about sending him the construction plans for an engine and offering further details on the project, in part (translated): “Herewith please find the layout chart for the 2 HP motor. From this you will see that the exhaust gas line is requiring only a short channel of about 400 mm depth and 250 mm width. The channel for the cooling water pipe as well as for the filling line for gasoline shall be appr. 150-200 mm deep and wide. So it would be possible to start laying cement floors.” Crease passing through a portion of his signature, a few office notations, small holes to upper left, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. An extremely boldly penned and attractive letter.

A decade after patenting his groundbreaking Motorwagen, the first automobile designed to generate its own power, Karl Benz dominated the burgeoning automotive industry, presenting constant innovations that set him apart from the growing field of competitors. Around the time of this letter, continuing an impressive series of firsts—production and sale of the first commercially available automobile in 1888; participation in the world’s first automobile race in 1894; invention of the first truck in 1896, which became the basis for the first motor bus—Benz was granted a patent for his design of the first flat engine.

With horizontally opposed pistons that balanced each other with respect to momentum, his boxer engine design continues to be used today by Porsche, Subaru, and several high-performance engines in racecars, as well as BMW motorcycles. Writing to astronomer Max Wolf, then serving as director of the new Königstuhl Observatory and professor of astrophysics at the University of Heidelberg, this is a remarkable letter discussing one of his legendary motors. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Observing a revolutionary Russia: “The forces of Czardom are driven back and crippled more and more, both on sea and on land” 107. Karl Blind.

German revolutionist and writer on politics, history, mythology, and German literature (1826–1907). Rare and lengthy AMS in English, signed within the title and at the conclusion, 60 lined pages, 5 x 8, no date but circa autumn 1904. Blind’s draft for an article published in the North American Review in October of 1904, titled at the top, “Czarism at Bay,

By Karl Blind.” In part: “As the forces of Czardom are driven back and crippled more and more, both on sea and on land, curious attempts are being made in England to impress public opinion with the idea that, if ever she were actively to turn against Russia, she would have to reckon with an armed alliance between Russia and Germany. An Australian writer…writes in a Liberal London paper, after having travelled through the Muscovite Empire: ‘I saw quite enough to make me know that the Czar of Russia is at this present moment holding in a grip of iron the war party in St. Petersburg, who, rightly or wrongly, imagine that Britain’s present Government intrigued successfully with the powers at Tokio to bring about the present war between Russia and Japan.’”

Heavily hand-edited and revised throughout in ink and pencil, with several redacted sections. In fine condition, with small edge tears and expected wear. Accompanied by a photocopy of the final article as it was published in the North American Review. Blind was writing as a wave of social and political unrest was spreading through the Russian Empire, which led to a revolution beginning in January 1905 characterized by worker strikes, peasant unrest, and military mutinies. Despite changes in the structure of government, Nicholas II retained the throne, not to be forced to abdicate until the Bolshevik overthrow in 1917. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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“My disciples,” the Hare Krishna founder writes, “can give lectures in Vaishnava cult and if possible you can arrange for their Kistrant lectures” 108. A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. Spiritual teacher (1896–1977) who

founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. ALS signed “A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, December 13, 1967. Letter to Nripendawath Banerjea, a follower in the village of Karpur. In part: “The Calcutta situation having come down to normal condition, I have now purchased my ticket for Japan (Tokyo) on my way to San Francisco & New York…My disciples…can give lectures in Vaishnava cult and if possible you can arrange for their Kistrant lectures; otherwise they may go to Mathura after taking rest for one day or so. I hope this will find you in good health and I shall be glad to hear from you to my San Francisco address.” In very good condition, with fragile intersecting folds (some with partial separations), overall creases, and a few edge chips and tears. In 1965, Bhaktivedanta left India for the US where he struck a chord with the emerging counterculture movements and in 1966 he founded the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. He amassed a large number of followers in San Francisco, the epicenter of hippie culture, and his followers introduced the message to all corners of the globe—most notably to England, where the movement acquired its most famous adherent, the Beatles’ George Harrison. The Calcutta situation mentioned in this letter most likely refers to the upheaval caused in the Bengali city by Naxalites, a group of militant communists whose violent uprising included a take-over of Calcutta’s Jadavpur University, the assassination of authority figures, and attacks on the police. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

109. Letizia Bonaparte.

Mother (1750– 1836) of Napoleon Bonaparte who shared her son’s exile in Elba during 1814. LS in French, signed “Vostra aftisma Madre,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, April 30, 1822. Letter to her eldest son, Joseph Bonaparte.

In part (translated): “It’s been quite some time since I’ve received any letters from you…I’ve been sick…but at the moment I’m feeling better. I had the consolation of embracing Jerome…I’m waiting for him and his children to return any day now.

For some time we’ve been expecting the arrival of his son Jerome from America…

He’s probably given you news of me in person. He was also the bearer of a box that I sent you that contained my portrait, a bonnet, and a shawl for Charlotte. I’m waiting for your answer to the letter he transmitted to you; these are urgent matters.

I’ve written you what I think about the marriage of Zenaide and Charles. Charles has gone to Brussells with Lucien…The marriage…will take place near the end of the month of May. Pauline left this morning for Via Reggio…Louis leaves tomorrow for Florence and I’ll be alone in Rome with the Cardinal…Give me news of yourself more often because your long silence always causes me great anxiety.” In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, staining to one edge, and several repaired tears; expertly restored and reinforced for preservation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

110. William Booth. British minister and social

reformer (1829–1912) best known as the founder and first ‘General’ of the Salvation Army. Desirable AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 5.25 sheet, signed in bold black ink, “William Booth, General of The Salvation Army, Hamburg, June 25, 1903.” Booth pens a religious sentiment, in full: “Live and love and fight for the glory of God and the salvation of souls, as you will wish you had done when the Archangels trumpet summons you into the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ on His judgment throne.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce Russian document from Brezhnev to Khrushchev, concerning Stalin’s university 111. Leonid Brezhnev. DS in

Cyrillic, signed “Brezhnev,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, July 21, 1949.

Letter to Nikita Khrushchev, who was serving as first secretary of the Communist Party of Ukraine. In part (translated): “The 50th anniversary of one of the largest metallurgical institutions of higher learning in our country—the I. V. Stalin Dnipropetrovsk Metallurgy Institute—will be celebrated on October 12, 1949.

The institute’s multiyear history is inextricably linked to the development of Russian, primarily Soviet, metallurgical science and the metallurgy industry, as well as to the training of engineers and technicians for the metallurgy industry. The works of the institute’s professors and alumni have helped establish the precedence of domestic science in ferrous metallurgy, metal science, metal heat treatment, engineering mechanics, the elasticity theory, and applied mathematics...Taking into account the distinguished service of the I. V. Stalin Dnipropetrovsk Metallurgy Institute in the development of our country’s metallurgy industry, we ask that you resolve to commemorate the 50th anniversary of this engineering institution.” Intersecting folds, tears and small areas of paper loss to left edge, and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Now known as the National Metallurgical Academy of Ukraine, the institute named in this document was at one time named in honor of Josef Stalin, whose name can also be Romanized as ‘Iosif Vissarionovich Stalin,’ and thus “I. V. Stalin.” As a letter from Brezhnev to Khrushchev, this is a remarkable, early document connecting three figureheads of the Soviet Union. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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B r itish Royalty.

Three individual ink signatures of British royalty on 8 x 10 and 10.5 x 8.5 off-white sheets, including:Queen Elizabeth II, signing, “Elizabeth R, April 29th 1954”; Princess Margaret, the only sibling of Queen Elizabeth II, signing, “March 20, 1979, Margaret”; and Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, a career soldier and the third son of King George V and Queen Mary, signed “Henry.” A typed collector’s notation on the Henry sheet indicates that the signature was obtained at The Football Association International Match between England and Scotland on April 14, 1951. In very good to fine condition, with overall dampstaining and toning to the Margaret sheet, and moderate creasing to the Henry sheet. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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113. John Brown. Light ink signature, “Your friend, John Brown,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1 slip, affixed to a 7.75 x 9.75 photographer’s mount bearing a three-quarter length albumen portrait of Brown. The image measures 5.25 x 7.25 and mount is blindstamped by Lawrence’s Photographs of New York. In good condition, with scattered toning, surface marks, and soiling, heavy creases to the signed slip, the signature faded but visible, and the image a bit faded. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

114. Richard E. Byrd. Collection of four TLSs, four unsigned photos, and other unsigned ephemera dating between 1927 and 1938. The letters are all to Daniel Rochford and of general content, sending thanks and offering New Years’ greetings, with one signed “R. E. Byrd” and three signed “Dick Byrd.” The photos include one candid of Byrd and his dog and three press photos of his plane. Additional ephemera includes programs for two different dinners given in Byrd’s honor, a seating list, a retained carbon copy of a letter from Rochford to Byrd, and some news clippings. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered toning to letters.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

115. Andrew Carnegie. Signed book: The

Old Religion in Modern Words. Later printing.

NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1898. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9, 406 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in pencil, “W. C. Gale, Esq., With every good wish, Andrew Carnegie, Skibo, Aug 28, 1905., You will here learn that the Unknown gave to all his children not to one (ourselves) the pure faith.” In fine condition, with light edge wear. Skibo Castle was Carnegie’s estate in Scotland, which he purchased in the late 1890s.

Witnessing the sectarianism and strife in Scotland over religious questions, Carnegie kept a distance from organized religion and preferred to view the world in naturalistic and scientific terms. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Incredibly rare 1959 Cuban revolutionary autograph book, with Castro, Guevara, and Cienfuegos

116. Fidel Castro and Cuban Revolutionaries. Rare autograph album, 7.5 x 4.5, featuring gold lettering on the front, “Autografo de Heroes de la Revolucion,� signed inside circa March 1959 in ink and ballpoint by over 20 Cuban revolutionaries, highlighted by the first page which includes Fidel Castro, Che Guevara, and Raul Castro. Additional signers include a second Raul Castro, Camilo Cienfuegos, Rolando Cubela, Pedro Miret (2), Manuel Fernandez, Faustino Perez, Armando Hart, and Regino Boti. In overall very good condition, with scattered foxing and staining slightly affecting a few signatures. An exceedingly rare collection featuring many of the biggest and most important names of the Cuban revolution, many of whom served in the cabinet of Manuel Urrutia Lleo, president of the first revolutionary government in 1959. Starting Bid $500

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117. Wentworth Cheswill. African American teacher, assessor, auditor, selectman, and Justice of the Peace (1746-1817); considered the first African-American elected to public office, as well as the first archaeologist in New Hampshire.

Partly-printed DS, one page, 7.75 x 12.75, January 7, 1812. A legal document filled out and signed

by Cheswill, also incorporating his name within the text, in part: “Whereas Edward Wells…on the 30th Day of December 1811 before Wentworth Cheswill Esquire, one of our Justices of the Peace for our County of Rockingham, aforesaid, recovered judgment against James Smith of Portsmouth…for the sum of Six Dollars and Eighty eight cents…We Command You, therefore, that the Money of the said Smith…be levied, paid and satisfied, unto the said Wells.” A small paper seal remains affixed to the upper left.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

119. Chiang KaiShek. Chinese mili-

tary officer and politician (1887–1975), one of the most durable leaders of the 20th century, who led the government of Republic of China from 1928 until his death. Handsome matte-finish 3.75 x 6 photo, signed in black ink in Chinese.

Reverse bears a Hu Chung Hsien photographer’s stamp. Two collector’s notations, one to lower border and one to reverse, date the photograph to August of 1973. In fine condition, with light scattered foxing and slight silvering to the dark background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Extremely scarce Chevrolet letter—the automaker takes flight 118. Louis Chevrolet. Swiss-born race car driver and pioneering

automotive engineer (1878–1941) who founded the company that bore his name and created one of the most familiar and durable brand names in history. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Glenn L. Martin Company letterhead, January 19, 1931. Letter to W. C. Clayton of Pitcairn Aircraft.

In part: “Since our pleasant visit at your factory we have designed a manifold to take care of the special condition on your plane. We are today ordering the pattern and the castings from the Alloys Foundry Corporation, and instructing them to ship one of those castings to you no later than January 26th…we are sending you inclosed a blue print to have this manifold machined in your shop. You will notice that the flange where the carburetor is bolted on shows a six degree angle on the facing. This should be kept right so as to keep the carburetor in a level position while in normal flight.” In fine condition.

Clayton, the recipient of this letter, was an engineer who helped to develop the Pitcairn PCA-2 in the early 1930s—the first ‘gyrocopter’ design to sell in quantity. After developing a new type of aircraft engine in 1929, Louis Chevrolet left the automobile business altogether and formed the Chevrolet Brothers Aircraft Company. As this letterhead suggests, he sold the company to aviation pioneer Glenn Martin, but stayed on to help oversee production of his engine. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Scarce handwritten letter while supporting disabled World War I soldiers 120. Winston Churchill. ALS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page,

4.5 x 7.25, embossed Colonial Office, National Scheme for Disabled Men letterhead, May 27, no year but circa 1921–22. Letter to British author “Mrs. Alec Tweedie.” In full: “I am sorry we cannot lunch with you on Saturday week as we have people lunching with us. Many thanks for asking us.” In fine condition, with toned adhesive remnants to upper corners. Though Churchill omitted the year when dating this letter, it can be inferred from the letterhead as he served in the Colonial Office as Secretary of State for the Colonies from February 1921 to October 1922, shortly after World War I. At the end of the war in 1919, King George V issued a proclamation asking businesses to employ the returning disabled soldiers as at least five-percent of their workforce; those who met the requirement would be permitted to use a special emblem design on their stationery so that it would be easy for the public to distinguish the patriotic from the unpatriotic employer. A very scarce handwritten letter by Churchill from an important period in the history of the United Kingdom. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Distinguished Vivienne portrait of the famed prime minister 121. Winston Churchill. Iconic matte-finish 6 x 7.75 formal

portrait of Churchill by Vivienne, affixed to an 8 x 10 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To James Dunn from his friend of many years, Winston S. Churchill.” Reverse bears the photographer’s stamp and a clipped section of 10 Downing Street letterhead, dated in type March 25, 1954. Trimmed top edge to photo and mount, and signature and inscription just a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Dunn was a prominent Canadian-born financier and industrial magnate who worked with Churchill during WWI to help supply nickel from Norway. A superior image of the great British leader with a nice association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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124. Jean-Baptiste Colbert. French politician (1619–1683)

122. Emil Cioran. Romanian philosopher and essayist (1911–1995) who was awarded the prestigious Rivarol Prize in 1950 for his first French book, A Short History of Decay. ALS in French, signed “E. Cioran,” one page, 4 x 6.25, February 18, 1955. In full (translated): “I have an interesting proposition for you or rather a suggestion. Could you go with me next Tuesday, February 22 at 3 o’clock? In case you are not free, try to give me a date at your convenience (except Thursday).” In fine condition. In 1955, Cioran was working on a collection of writings of Joseph de Maistre, which were published two years later

by Editions du Rocher. A scarce autograph—the first Cioran we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

123. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Scarce matte-finish 5.25 x 3.25 postcard photo of the Western showman on horseback, signed in white ink, “W. F. Cody, Buffalo Bill.” A collector’s notation penned on the reverse reads, “From ‘Buffalo Bill’—Denver, Colorado, January 19, 1915.” In very good condition, with light surface creases and substantial fading and flaking to ink in signature. A fabulous and infrequently seen cowboy-themed pose of Buffalo Bill. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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who served as the minister of finance under King Louis XIV. Partlyprinted DS in French, signed “Colbert,” one page both sides, 11.25 x 8, January 1680. Untranslated document issued by Gedeon Berbier Du Metz, signed on the reverse by Colbert. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, show-through from printed text to opposing sides, and a bit of skipping to ink. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

125. Marquis de Condorcet. Italian phi-

losopher, mathematician, and early political scientist (1743–1794) who advocated a liberal economy, personal freedoms, and equal rights. ALS in French, signed “le M de Condorcet,” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 24, no year. Condorcet thanks the recipient for the commission he has been honored with by the Societe Libre d’Emulation.

In fine condition, with a few creases and slight showthrough near the top from docketing to reverse. The Societe Libre d’Emulation was founded in 1779 by the Prince Bishop François-Charles de Velbruck to embody the ideals of the Enlightenment and promote appreciation of the arts, letters, and sciences. Condorcet was recognized worldwide as an influential thinker and granted honorary membership to many foreign academies and philosophic societies including the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Condorcet took a leading role at the beginning of the French Revolution, hoping for a rationalist reconstruction of society and championing his liberal ideals. However as politics shifted, he was branded a traitor and arrested, mysteriously dying while in jail. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Unique manuscript by the Nobel Prize-winning scientist 126. Carl Ferdinand Cori. Czech biochemist and pharmacologist (1896–1984) who, along with his wife and physiologist Bernardo Houssay, was awarded a Nobel Prize in 1947 for their work with glycogen. An ANS transmitting the manuscript, signed “C. F. Cori,” one page, 6 x 4, May 4, 1981, in full: “Part of an article now in press in ‘Trends in Biochemical Sciences.’” The handwritten manuscript is unsigned, five lined pages, 8.5 x 11, titled at the top: “50 years ago, James B. Sumner and the chemical nature of enzymes.” The article offers an account of Sumner’s achievements isolating and crystallizing enzymes in 1926. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. James B. Sumner was a fellow chemist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1946 for his work in the crystallization of enzymes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 18th-century archive from King Louis’s ‘woman’ spy 127. Chevalier d’Eon. French diplomat, spy, and soldier (1728– 1810) whose first 49 years were spent as a man, and whose last 33 years were spent as a woman.

Archive of 11 untranslated receipts or ledger pages listing household expenses such as prices for firewood, lumber, clothing, and other items, dated from 1779 to 1785.

Seven are ADSs handwritten by Chevalier d’Eon and signed in the third-person within the text, with variations including “M’lle la ch’re D’Eon,” “M’lle D’Eon,” “Mad’lle la ch’re D’Eon,” with one initialed at the conclusion instead, “D.” Two are in another hand and signed at the conclusion, one endorsed and initialed “D,” and the other signed “La ch’re D’Eon.” The final two are written in the hand of Chevalier d’Eon, but left unsigned. In overall fine condition, with expected document wear. An especially interesting series of documents, as d’Eon identifies as ‘mademoiselle’ several times throughout, providing a level of insight into Chevalier d’Eon’s unusual story. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Exceptional 1874 carte-de-visite of Darwin

128. Charles Darwin. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Darwin by Elliott & Fry, circa 1874, signed below the image in black ink, “Ch. Darwin.” Printed text on the reverse [now concealed by the frame] reads: “Elliot & Fry, 55, Baker Street, Portman Square. W.” Beautifully archivally triple-cloth-matted and framed with an engraved plaque to an overall size of 12 x 17.5.

In 1874, Darwin published the second—and finally complete—edition of his second book on evolutionary theory, The Descent of Man. This exceptionally rare pose features Darwin with his arms crossed; cartes-de-visite typically seen from this sitting with Elliott & Fry are a slightly different pose where his arms are not visible. This is a perfect example of one of only a handful of known signed Darwin cartes-de-visite. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

129. Countess Marie du Barry. Infamous French courtesan

(1743–1793) who was the last mistress of Louis XV. Accused of aiding emigres from the Revolution, she was imprisoned, tried, and executed during the Reign of Terror. Untranslated manuscript DS in French, signed “La Comtesse du Barry,” one page, 6.5 x 4.25, March 9, 1790.

Double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 11.75 x 17. In very good condition, with scattered soiling, toning to edges, a wrinkle or thin tear to lower right, and the signature light but legible. An uncommon piece from the French Revolution. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Excessively rare 1775 autograph of the Maryland signer

130. Declaration of Independence: Samuel Chase. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Maryland (1741–1811) and

Associate Justice of the Supreme Court from 1796 until his death. Incredibly rare Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed “Saml. Chase,” one page, 8 x 1.25, December 12, 1775. Chase confirms the receipt of a payment, in full: “Rec’d 12 Dec. 1775 of Thomas Harwood Junr Treasurer of the Western Shore forty pounds pr order of the Provincial Convention held Annapolis 12 Dec. 1775.” Affixed to a slightly larger slip with a window cut to reveal a similar manuscript receipt on the reverse, dated February 28, 1776, and signed by Richard Tootell, who was later appointed as a surgeon in the Maryland militia. An unobtrusive central vertical tear neatly repaired from being affixed to the larger slip, otherwise fine condition. The “Provincial Convention” that Chase refers to was the government of revolutionary Maryland from 1774 to 1776, also known as the ‘Annapolis Convention’ or ‘Assembly of Freeman.’ He was a member of this body and also represented Maryland in the Continental Congress. Chase is one of the most difficult Declaration signers’ autographs to obtain, especially in war-dated examples. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

131.

Declaration of Independence: George Clymer. Signer

of the Declaration of Independence, and founder and president of the Bank of Philadelphia (1739– 1813). Manuscript DS, signed “Geo. Clymer,” one page, 6.75 x 8.25, docketed December 13, 1803. A letter of recommendation, in part: “We the subscribers having understood that an application has been made to the Purveyor of Public Supplies on the part of Henry Kline Taylor to employ him in the making up of Soldiers Clothes beg leave to offer our Recommendation—We have found him honest in his Transactions & Skilfull in his workmanship.”

Signed at the conclusion by Clymer and two others. Central vertical and horizontal folds and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

132. Declaration of Independence: Elbridge Gerry. Mas-

sachusetts lawyer (1731–1814) who served as one of the prosecutors of British soldiers during the Boston Massacre trial; he later signed the Declaration of Independence. Rare third-person ALS, one page, 4.5 x 4.75, September 4, no year. In full: “Mr. & Mrs. Gerry request the pleasure of…company to dine on Wednesday next, at half after two.”

Letter bears an ink collector’s identification notation at the bottom. In very good condition, with partial separation to central horizontal fold repaired with tape to reverse, scattered creases, and the recipient’s name struck through in dark ink. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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137. Declaration of Independence: Robert Treat Paine. Massachusetts lawyer

133. Declaration of Independence: Benjamin Harrison.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1726 -1791).

Harrison was the father of President William Henry Harrison and greatgrandfather of President Benjamin Harrison. Manuscript DS, signed “Benj Harrison,” one page, 6 x 4, June 13, 1783. Harrison approves a land grant in the immediate aftermath of the American Revolution. In full: “I do certify that Lieutenant Colo. Samuel Hawes is entitled to the proportion of land allowed a Lieut. Colonel of the Virginia Continental Line for Seven years service ending Feb’y 2d 1783.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and a light stain to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

134. Declaration of Independence: Samuel Huntington. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut

(1731–1796) and seventh President of the Continental Congress.

Crisp ink signature, “Sam’l Huntington,” on an off-white 4 x 1.5 slip.

In fine condition, with a wrinkle from mounting remnants to reverse affecting one letter of the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

136. Declaration of Independence: McKean and Matlack.

Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Tho McKean” and “T. Matlack,” one page, 21 x 11.75, October 10, 1806. Document granting Thomas Mayne Willing and Charles Willing “a certain tract of land, called Banbury, situate in the late Purchase now Potter County.” Signed in the upper left by governor and signer of the Declaration of Independence Thomas McKean, and endorsed on the reverse by the engrosser of the Declaration, Timothy Matlack. Document retains its crisply embossed paper seal affixed to the upper left. In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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(1731–1814) who served as one of the prosecutors of British soldiers during the Boston Massacre trial; he later signed the Declaration of Independence. Endorsement signature, “Paine,” at the conclusion of a manuscript legal document, one page, 3.75 x 6.25, dated August 1767. The document is a bill for the costs to a plaintiff involved in a legal case, amounting to £2.4.0.

A central vertical fold, a surface wrinkle passing through a couple letters of Paine’s signature, and mild mirroring and light brushing to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

138. Declaration of Independence: Robert Treat Paine. Massa-

chusetts lawyer (1731–1814) who served as one of the prosecutors of British soldiers during the Boston Massacre trial; he later signed the Declaration of Independence. Manuscript DS, signed “R. T. Paine,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.25, February 15, 1771. Lengthy legal document signed on a panel on the last page beneath a statement in another hand: “Caleb Hopkins comes and defends…he never promised the plaint in manner and form as the plaint declares.” Crudely tape-repaired partial separations along intersecting folds, complete separation to adjoining hinge, chipping and small tears to edges, and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1772 pay order for the Connecticut Superior Court, featuring two Declaration signers 139. Declaration of Independence: Sherman and Huntington. ADS written mostly in Sherman’s hand, signed “Roger

Sherman” and “Sam Huntington Justice Peace,” one page, 12.5 x 7.75, April 3, 1772. Financial document headed “The Debenture of the Superior Court in the Feb. & March Circuit 1772,” listing payments for Chief Judge Matthew Griswold and Judges Robert Walker, Eliphalet Dyer, Roger Sherman, and William Pitkin, signed by all but Dyer, with Timothy Larrabe on his behalf. The pay order request to be submitted to Treasurer John Lawrence of Connecticut is penned in the lower right by Sherman, with Samuel Huntington and Richard Law signing below as justices of the peace. Three vertical folds, subtle scattered staining, and several large stray ink blots, otherwise fine condition. This exact document is depicted on page 141 of Charles Hamilton’s notable book, American Autographs, published in 1983. A highly desirable example of Declaration signers in combination. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

140. Declaration of Independence: Roger Sherman. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Connecticut (1721–1793) who was the only man to also sign the Articles of Association, the Articles of Confederation, and the US Constitution. Ink signature, “Roger Sherman, Assistant, Judge of the Sup’r Court,” on an off-white 4 x 1.5 slip clipped from a legal document.

In fine condition, with light show-through from writing on reverse. Sherman was a justice of the Superior Court of Connecticut from 1766 to 1789, when he left to become a member of the First US Congress. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

141. Declaration of Independence: Roger Sherman. Partly-

printed DS, one page, 6 x 7, no date but circa 1780s. A blank court summons do cume nt en dorsed at the conclusion by Sherman, “Received two Shillings duty on this writ. Roger Sherman, Assistant Judge of the Sup’r Court.” Neatly affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a small hole to the body and subtle toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

142. Declaration of Independence: Oliver Wolcott.

Connecticut politician (1726–1797) who signed both the Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation, and later served as governor of the state. Handwritten and signed endorsement, “This is a true Copy of Records, as Examined By Oliver Wolcott Assistant,” on an off-white 8 x 2 slip clipped from a larger document. Moderate overall showthrough from writing to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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143. Declaration of Independence: Oliver Wolcott. Large

ink signature, “Oliver Wolcott,” on an off-white 4 x 1.75 slip. A collector’s pencil notation in the lower right dates the signature to 1796. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

144. Declaration of Independence: Oliver Wolcott. Partly-

printed DS, signed “Oliver Wolcott,” one page, 14.75 x 9, May 25, 1797. As governor of Connecticut, Wolcott appoints David Baldwin “to be Lieutenant Colonel Commandant of the sixteenth Regiment of Militia.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Governor Wolcott and countersigned by Samuel Wyllys as secretary. The paper seal affixed to the left side remains almost entirely intact, with small tears to edges and moderate toning. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Exceedingly scarce Diesel letter

146. Rudolf Diesel. German inventor and mechanical engineer (1858–1913) famous for the invention of the diesel engine. ALS in German, signed “Diesel,” one page, 5.25 x 3.5, September 4, 1885. Letter to Theodor Ackermann in Munich. In full (translated): “I am requesting information on the titles and years of publication of the best and most complete works about the fabrication of spirit and compressed yeast, as well as on the construction of mills; also indication of the ceiling prices of these works.—I also ask in particular for these informations on the work of Schlegel, Complete Art of the Construction of Mills.” In fine condition, with light show-through from postmark ink to the right side. At this time, Diesel was working for his former professor Carl von Linde in developing early innovations in refrigeration. Breweries were one of their firm’s largest customers, which is presumably why Diesel was conducting research on brewery processes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

1776 court document—mere months before signing the Declaration 145. Declaration of Independence: James Wilson. Signer of the Declaration of

Independence from Pennsylvania (1742–1798), and one of only six men who signed both the Declaration and the US Constitution. Revolutionary War–dated ink endorsement, “Wilson,” prominently penned on the reverse of a partly-printed document, one page, 13.5 x 4.25, January 26, 1776. The document concerns a debt settlement between Joseph Brown and Thomas Douglas. Several clerical financial notations dated April 1776 appear above Wilson’s signature. In very good condition, with a central fold through the document, scattered creases, and light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Eiffel electrifies the “technical teaching of our beloved school”

147. Thomas Edison. Iconic matte-finish 5.5 x 8.75 formal portrait of Edison by Walter Scott Shin, nicely signed in the lower border in black ink using his classic ‘umbrella’ signature, “Thos. A. Edison.”

Expertly double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 15. In fine condition, with the last few letters of the signature a shade light.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

148. Thomas Edison. ANS signed “Edison,” one page on a 4.5 x

1 slip, no date. A short and unusual note. In full: “Am compelled to go down to Laboratory tonight. Those Manhattan Lucre sharps want to chew my ear.” In fine condition, with light toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

149. Gustave Eiffel. LS in French, signed “G. Eiffel,” one

lightly gridded page, 5.25 x 8.25, December 16, 1899. Letter to Reynaud and Balsan, presidents of the Alumni Association of Ecole Centrale, offering a donation for the construction of a new laboratory. In part (translated): “I am pleased to send you the sum of five thousand francs for the purchase of electricity for the laboratory and resistance of materials. This interesting plant can only help raise the technical teaching of our beloved school, and I am particularly pleased to take part.” In fine condition. Eiffel had attended the prestigious Ecole Centrale des Arts et Manufactures in Paris beginning in 1852, where he obtained his engineering degree and graduated in 1855.

When making this donation to his alma mater, Eiffel was a decade removed from his creation of the iconic Eiffel Tower for the 1889 Universal Exposition. A fine letter associated with the starting point of his engineering and architectural career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Terse letter on debt and his estranged son-in-law— “It makes no sense that my daughter or I talk to you” 150. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed

“A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 22, 1936.

Letter to Leon Ziguelnik. In part (translated): “It makes no sense that my daughter or I talk to you, especially since I have passed the Marianoff matters off to our representative, attorney James Marshall, 150 Broadway. I thank Mr. Alexandre for his kind offer, but I cannot accept because I have already been committed. With regards to the bank debt, I will not be able to pay the entire sum as promised…I hereby agree to pay the bank immediately 150 dollars, which the two ladies, who have frivolously taken such a guarantee, will simultaneously deposit the remaining 300 dollars to the bank. I request to communicate this immediately to the two ladies in order to conclusively clean up the matter with me.” In very good condition, with partial edge separations to horizontal mailing folds, scattered toning and soiling, and creasing and small tears to edges. Einstein’s stepdaughter, Margot, had married his assistant Dr. Dmitri Marianoff in 1930. The pair would separate four years later and finalize their divorce in 1937. Marianoff later wrote a controversial tell-all book, Einstein: An Intimate Study of a Great Man, which Einstein went out of his way to publicly discredit as unreliable. An intriguing letter revealing elements of this Einstein family feud. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

151. Emperor Francis II. The last Holy Roman Emperor

(1768–1835) who ruled from 1792–1806, when he dissolved the empire, and became the first Emperor of Austria. Collection of seven untranslated LSs in German, totaling eight pages, 7.5 x 9, dated April–November 1792. All are official letters to Count Karl von Zinzendorf und Pottendorf, who served the government of Austria in a variety of capacities, including as governor of Trieste, and rose to high rank at the Habsburg court. In overall fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Enormous collection of letters from the Holy Roman Emperor 152. Emperor Joseph II. Holy Roman Emperor (1741–1790) from 1765 until his death, and ruler of the Habsburg lands. Exceptional collection of 42 untranslated LSs in German, signed “Joseph,” most one page, 7.25 x 9, dated between 1766 and 1789. Official correspondence primarily written to Ludwig Count Zinzendorf and his brother Charles, also including some letters to Count Khevenhüller and Count Kressel. In overall fine condition. Ludwig von Zinzendorf was president of the Aulic Chamber of Accounts beginning in 1762; his brother Charles became counsellor there in 1770 before being made president of the New Aulic Chamber of Accounts

by Joseph II in 1782. Charles is of special interest to scholarship for his lifelong diaries, which comprise 76 volumes. Starting Bid $300

154. Filipino Leaders Group Lot. Collection of five photos of

Filipino leaders, measuring 4 x 5 to 5 x 8, each signed in ink by the leader pictured, many inscribed, including: Carlos P. Garcia (president from 1957 to 1961), Diosdado Macapagal (president from 1961 to 1965), Ferdinand Marcos (president from 1965 to 1986), Corazon Aquino (president from 1986 to 1992), and Carlos P. Romulo (writer and longtime secretary of foreign affairs). Some light brushing to signatures and a noticeable crease to the Romulo photo, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

155. Foreign Leaders. Collec-

153. Empress Elisabeth of Austria. Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary as wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I, known for her obsessive concern with her health and beauty (1837–1898).

LS in Italian, signed “Elisabeth,” one page, 8 x 10.5, July 6, 1866.

Untranslated letter sending congratulations to an unnamed recipient on his appointment as cardinal. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and red pencil marks to lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

tion of five items signed by political and military leaders, including: Montgomery of Alamein (FDC), Moshe Dayan (FDC), King Faisal of Saudia Arabia (FDC), Juan Peron (TLS), and Menachim Begin (SP).

In overall fine condition, with adhesive remnants below Montgomery of Alamein’s signature and lines of staining to the Peron letter. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and transmittal slip for the Begin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“To clear myself of guilt in the eyes of the Nation, in the eyes of the Universe will give me a new existence” 156. Thomas de Mahy, marquis de Favras. ALS in French, signed “Le M’is de Favras,” one page, 7 x 9.25, January 7, 1790. In part (translated): “You have told me, sirs, that after a few days of detention you have sent my case, as is the procedure in law, to the Chatelet; is it you or it that I must implore to begin the procedure?....to clear myself of guilt in the eyes of the Nation, in the eyes of the Universe will give me a new existence. I beg you to take care that each day increases more deeply the character of the heinous crimes with which I have been charged by libelists; for I do not presume, Sirs, that it is from you; and that to prolong the length of time until my justification, which I desire so much, would be to confirm the general opinion which you also surely have at heart which came from abroad. Your uprightness, the purity of your intentions make me more and more confident, please believe me, as also believe in the most respectful feelings with which I write. Your humble and very obedient servant.” In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and moderate scattered foxing. Accompanied by two printed pamphlets in French from the period, one headed “Judgment Without Appeal,” February 18, 1790, detailing his sentence to execution, and another entitled “Act of Faith by Madame de Favras,” describing his wife’s mourning on the day of the execution. Also accompanied by the original receipt from Walter R. Benjamin Autographs.

Favras was arrested in December 1789 for conspiring against the state, charged with helping to organize an elaborate plot to rescue the royal family, encircle Paris with foreign troops, and assassinate the three most prominent liberal leaders. The city would then be starved into royal submission by cutting off food supplies. After a lengthy trial, Favras was found guilty and publicly hanged on February 19, 1790, just over one month after writing this letter pleading his case. A remarkable letter from a critical moment in the French Revolution.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Extremely rare portrait of Archduke Franz Ferdinand 157. Franz Ferdinand. Archduke of Austria (1863–1914) whose assassination precipitated the start of World War I. Rare 5.25 x 8.5 cabinet photo of Ferdinand in uniform, prominently signed in black ink and dated 1899. Published by Carl Pietzner of Vienna. In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and soiling, and dings and tape remnants to edges. A highly sought-after icon of world history.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Remarkable archive of personal letters from the great Prussian king

158. Frederick the Great. King of Prussia (born 1712) from 1740 until his death in 1786. His political prowess and enlightened attitudes toward religion, learning, and the humanities earned him the sobriquet ‘Frederick the Great.’ Collection of 20 untranslated letters, 19 ALSs and one LS, all in French, all signed “Federic,” all dated circa 1777–1785, one page each, various sizes, and all to Eleonore de Maupertuis, Lady of the Household to Princess Anna Amalia of Prussia, Frederick’s younger sister. Letters reflect Frederick’s concern for Amalia’s health after she suffered a stroke in 1773 and underscore the close relationship between the siblings. In overall fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds to most of the letters. Accompanied by a brown sheet with a late 18th-century caption which reads, “Collection de Lettres de Frederic le Grand Roi de Prusse, de Sa main propre; a feue Madame de Maupartuis Gouvernante de feue la Princess Amelie Soeur de ce Roi.” Seven years younger than Frederick, Anna Amalia became the Princess-Abbess of Quedlinburg in 1756, and spent most of her time in Berlin, where she remained until her death in 1787. Like her brother, she had a strong inclination towards music, and developed a reputation as a composer and musical patron, achieving modest amounts of fame for her chamber works. Her house was run by Eleonore de Maupertuis, who had become close with the family beginning in 1744, when she married Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis, a close confidant of Frederick’s and the head of the Prussian Academy of Science. This extensive collection of letters, showing the king’s deep affection for his sister, offers a unique look into Anna Amalia’s life, accounts of which are difficult to find. Starting Bid $1000

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159. Frederick the Great. LS

in German, one page, 7.5 x 9, December 27, 1770.

Untranslated letter to General Count Frederick W. von Wylich and Lottum, the commander in Berlin, acknowledging his reports bearing on the garrisons.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

160. John Gotti.

Uncommon ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 19, 2000. Letter written from prison to a friend. In full: “Just a quick note letting you know our friend speaks of you always.

I hope this finds you well and with clear mind set, take care and stay strong!” In very good condition, with scattered creases, a few edge tears, and a few light stains. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Gotti’s hand with his name incorporated in the return address area, “Gotti, 18261-053.”

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Mired in poverty, Lord Nelson’s mistress reaches out to the Queen of Naples 161. Lady Emma Hamilton. Born the daughter of a humble blacksmith, the model, entertainer, and courtesan Emma Hamilton (née Amy Lyon, 1761) ascended the ranks of British society to become the mistress to Lord Admiral Horatio Nelson.

ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, December 30, 1812. Letter to Colonel Fullerton. In part: “I have been so much occupied by writing my narrative of Services that I have had not any time to write or scarcely to sleep and my Dear Horatia having the Hooping Cough I have not had rest for many weeks—my narrative is gone to the printer, I only Hope He will take my Case in to his Consideration[.] A very little bond [would] make me comfortable and to finish Horatia’s education[.]...I can again tell you the story in person of my poor unfortunate friend the Q[ueen] of Naples…” At the top of the address panel, she adds an apologetic postscript. Intersecting folds with mended partial separations, and a mounting strip and scattered staining to the last page, otherwise fine condition.

After Nelson’s death in 1805 at the Battle of Trafalgar, Emma quickly exhausted her finances and, despite Nelson’s status as a national hero, the instructions he left to the government to provide for Emma and Horatia were ignored. The “narrative of Services” she mentions in this letter was her attempt to obtain a £20,000 grant to compensate for her diplomatic services with the Neapolitan royal family during her time there with her husband, Sir William Hamilton, the British envoy to Naples. The narrative was never published, but the original manuscript is now housed at the Houghton Library at Harvard. Her petition was apparently unsuccessful, and within six months of the present letter, Emma and her daughter landed in debtor’s prison. Hoping to escape her British creditors, Emma fled to France in 1814, where she soon turned to drink and died the following year in poverty. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Exceptional example of the Declaration’s most prominent signer 162. John Hancock.

Choice ink signature, “John Hancock,” on an off-white 3 x 7.5 slip clipped from an official Massachusetts document, retaining the fully intact affixed state seal.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the extreme edge of the last letter in his signature). A clean and extremely appealing example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

164. Sven Hedin. Swedish explorer (1865–1952) who mapped the Himalayas and other regions in Central Asia. Handsome profile portrait etching of Hedin, 8 x 10.25, neatly signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Also signed in pencil by the artist. In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce letters from the important economist

163. Friedrich Hayek.

Influential economist (1899–1992) known for his defense of classical liberalism, who shared the Nobel Prize in Economics with Gunnar Myrdal for ‘pioneering work in the theory of money and economic fluctuations.’

Collection of four letters in German, all signed “F. A. Hayek,” comprised of three TLSs and one ALS, dated between 1985 and 1988. One TLS is to the economist Horst Claus Recktenwald concerning a publication, discussing a reprint of his 1966 Academy Lecture in a ‘Classics Edition.’ The other three letters are to Michael Tochtermann of the Handelsblatt business newspaper. One of these, in part (translated): “I am looking forward to contribute to making classical works of history of ideas available again.” In overall fine condition, with filing holes to edges and a tear to the corner of one letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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165. Martin Heidegger. Important German philosopher (1889–1976) whose

Being and Time was a fundamental text in the development of existentialism.

Glossy 4 x 5.75 photo of Heidegger looking downward, boldly signed on the reverse in black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1844 Texas land grant issued

by Houston and ‘Peg Leg’ Ward 166. Sam Houston. Partly-

printed vellum DS, one page, 17 x 14.25, October 28, 1844.

As president of the Republic of Texas, Houston grants “William E. Howth and James C. Boyd assignees of Emanuela de los Santos Coy, his heirs or assigns, Forever, Thirteen Labors (being part of his headright) of Land, situated…in Bexar County.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by Houston as president and countersigned

by Thomas William ‘Peg Leg’ Ward as commissioner of the General Land Office. The document retains the original ribbon and a portion of the Republic of Texas seal to the lower left. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall foxing and staining, and heavier stains and a few small tears to right edge.

Both names of these recipients appear on the rolls of the Texian volunteer army that won the independence from Mexico in the Texas Revolution. William Edward Howth was a major who participated in the capture of San Antonio in the 1835 Siege of Bexar, and a Private James C. Boyd appears on the rolls of the ‘Columbia Company’ that fought at the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836, the decisive battle of the war; these are presumably the same men named on this land grant, which amounted to about 2300 acres. The countersignature of Ward is also of note, as he too fought in the Siege of Bexar, where a cannon ball shattered his right leg, necessitating its immediate amputation. Though highlighted by its enormous Sam Houston signature, this document’s additional historical connections make it an absolutely fantastic early Texas piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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168. Hua Guofeng. Color 9.75 x 7 magazine photo of Hua Guofeng seated in a group, signed in black felt tip. Affixed to a same-size sheet. In fine condition, with light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

170. Frank James. Outlaw and older brother of Jesse James (1843–1915). Scarce hand-addressed mailing envelope, 6 x 3.25, addressed by James to his wife, “Mrs. A. F. James, Independence, Mo.” A collector’s notation along the top indicates a date of September 1883, and an apparently unrelated pencil notation is written in the lower left. Creasing to edges and light scattered soiling, otherwise fine condition. A rare and desirable piece from the fabled outlaw family. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Should you know much already, learn more”

169. Ulrich von Hutten. German scholar, poet, and reformer (1488–1523) who was an outspoken critic of the Roman Catholic Church and a bridge between the Renaissance humanists and the Lutheran Reformation. Exceedingly rare AQS in Latin, unsigned, one page on a 6.25 x 7.75 sheet. Pair of quotes from the Dicta Catonis and from the satires of Lucilius penned by Ulrich von Hutten beneath a longer quotation from Boethius’s De Consolatione Philosophiae in another hand. Ulrich von Hutten’s juxtaposed contributions defend two central virtues of humanism—the pursuit of good scholarship and the courage to speak one’s mind (translated): “Should you know much already, learn more; and cherish the desire of improvement” and “I must speak out; for well I know that Amiclae was destroyed for its silence.” In very good condition, with scattered foxing and soiling. Hutten’s early literary life was dedicated to neo-Latin poetry; a master of the Latin language, he excelled in satirical and passionate invective. He is regarded as more open in the expression of his opinions than almost any other man of his age, and did much to prepare the way for the Reformation and to promote it. Examples of Ulrich von Hutten’s handwriting are tremendously rare, particularly with such exquisite content.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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From the psychoanalyst to his patient

172. Carl Jung. TNS signed “C. G. Jung,” one page on a 5.75 x 4 171. Benito Juarez. Indigenous Mexican statesman (1806–1872)

who served as the country’s president from 1858 until his death.

Untranslated LS in Spanish, one page, 8.5 x 12.5, Gobierno del Estado de Oaxaca letterhead, February 24, 1848. Intersecting folds and scattered staining to the left side, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

postcard, December 8, 1932. A note to a patient in New York. In full: “In accordance with your letter I have postponed your appointment to May 1st.” Light creases and soiling, and an unobtrusive spot of surface loss below the text, otherwise fine condition. Psychoanalysis was still a fledgling craft at this point, with America having begun to embrace it in the 1910s. Although Jung’s practice was based in Europe, he had a strong legion of followers overseas. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The famed psychoanalyst is introduced to the masses

173. Carl Jung. Scarce matte-finish 7.25 x 9 photo of Jung

speaking with BBC producer Hugh Burnett, signed in fountain pen, “C. G. Jung.” Framed to an overall size of 8.25 x 10. In fine condition. Burnett and interviewer John Freeman met with Jung at his home in Switzerland in March 1959 to record an episode of the television program Face to Face, which was first broadcast on October 22, 1959. The show introduced Jung’s ideas and concepts to a vast audience, and was met with such great success that Burnett desired to film another the following year; however, Jung’s poor health led him to decline the invitation, and he passed away the following year. A desirable format with a nice connection to a broader popularization of his ideas. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Rare inscribed flyleaf from Kant’s Religion within the Limits of Reason 174. Immanuel Kant. Central figure of modern philosophy (1724–1804) best known for The Critique of Pure Reason. Exceedingly rare ink signature and inscription in Latin to his one-time student [translated], “To the doctor, cordate, upright, Carol. Theophil.

Fischer, of Christianity are true, bringing in and from the example, with a friend exopatissimo, this little book DDD [Give, Devote, and Dedicate]. Author,” on an off-white 4.25 x 7.75 sheet formerly constituting the free end page of Kant’s book Religion within the Limits of Reason Alone. At the bottom of the page is a statement of authenticity penned

by Justus Florian Lobeck, secretary of the Royal Library at Konigsberg, dated June 15, 1850, attesting that the rare Kant autograph was removed from the volume presented to Fischer. Some subtle staining and a stray ink blot to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by two letters and one postcard referring to the quotation, all from the early 20th century. Fischer (1745–1801) was a hospital priest in Konigsberg and an admirer of the philosopher, and appears twice in Kant’s collected correspondence. In a letter of January 29, 1794, Fischer wrote to thank him for ‘the gift of Religion within the Limits of Reason Alone from the hand of its author.’

Published in 1793, Kant’s Religion within the Limits of Reason Alone cast immense and lasting influence on the history of theology and the philosophy of religion. The work was comprised of four journal articles, which Kant published as a collected volume through the philosophy department at University of Jena to avoid the need for theological censorship. This act of insubordination led to a reprimand from King Frederick William II of Prussia, who issued a royal order that required Kant to never publish or speak publicly about religion again. An important association and superb provenance for this exquisite piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

175. Helen Keller. TLS signed in pencil, one page, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, November 23, 1929. Letter to Edwin Gould, son of notorious financier Jay Gould. In part: “As I write this letter of appreciation in behalf of the blind children of America, my own childhood grows vivid in my memory. I live again in the hopeless, groping, silent years before I was taught, and the wonderful day on which my teacher came to liberate my fettered spirit. Full of this blessed experience, my heart glows with gratitude to you for the aid you are giving to the many, many children of our country who will never see the light again…Remember, when we help a child, we help humanity with an immediateness that no other help gives.” In fine condition, with pencil notations at the top. Edwin Gould differed from his father in that he generously contributed to many charities, including his own Edwin Gould Foundation for Children.

Desirable content regarding Keller’s own experience with blindness. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

176. Helen Keller. Uncommon matte-finish 8

x 10 photo of Keller sitting with her trusty canine companion, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Helen Keller, November 14th, 1949.” Some edge and corner creases, and fair contrast to portions of Keller’s light signature, otherwise fine condition.

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Rare 1435 document by the early Renaissance king, on the verge of capturing Naples 177. King Alfonso V of Aragon. Prominent figure of the early Renaissance and a knight of the Order of the Dragon (1396–1458) who ruled over Aragon, Valencia, Majorca, Sardinia, Corsica, Sicily, and Naples. Vellum manuscript DS in Latin, signed “Rex Alfonsus,” one page, 16.25 x 11, Gaeta, June 8, 1435. Untranslated document confirming Antionio de Carusio as head of the Royal Treasury.

Signed at the conclusion by King Alfonso V and countersigned by Johann de Vitellino. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (partial separations repaired on the reverse), some small areas of paper loss rebacked, and scattered staining and soiling.

The childless Queen Joanna II of Naples had named Alfonso heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Naples in 1421, but declared her promise null and void after a falling out in 1423. When she died in 1435, Alfonso seized the opportunity to conquer Naples and, with the support of several barons of the kingdom, captured Capua and besieged the important sea fortress of Gaeta—from where this document was issued. However, he was defeated off the island of Ponza by a Genoese squadron and captured, then jailed in Genoa before being held in Milan. Duke Filippo Maria Visconti ruled both cities, and while imprisoned Alfonso charmed his captor into an alliance. Released to continue his fight to gain possession of Naples, Alfonso defeated the opposition of Venice, Florence, and the Pope in 1442. He permanently moved his court there in 1443, and under his rule Naples emerged as a brilliant center of art and culture. Alfonso’s overlapping status as King of Naples and Aragon resulted in the fertile interaction of Italian Renaissance and Spanish Gothic influence, forming a cultural bridge between the two peninsulas of the western Mediterranean. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce 1670s British military appointment 178. King Charles II. British monarch (1630–1685) who ushered in the Restoration of 1660 and ruled until his death. Vellum manuscript DS, signed “Charles R,” one page, 13.5 x 11.25, June 26, 1677/8. A military appointment issued to Thomas Fairfax, appointing him “to be Captaine of a Company of Foote raised…for our service in the Regiment whereof Sir Henry Goodricke…is Colonell.” Prominently signed at the top by King Charles II and countersigned by a government official at the bottom. Seal once affixed to lower left is absent. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and moderate scattered soiling (heavier to edges). Religious strife characterized this period of Charles’s reign, primarily in the fictitious ‘Popish Plot’ concocted by by Titus Oates. He alleged that there existed an extensive Catholic conspiracy to assassinate the King Charles II, even accusing the queen of complicity. The supposed conspiracy gripped the kingdoms of England and Scotland in anti-Catholic hysteria, resulting in the executions of over 20 men and prompting the Exclusion Crisis. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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179. King Francis I. Monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of France from 1515 until his death, remembered as a prodigal patron of the arts who initiated the French Renaissance (1494–1547).

Untranslated vellum manuscript DS in French, signed “Francoys,” one page, 17.5 x 8, September 22, 1538. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, various creases, scattered soiling and staining (heavier to the right, with the signature in a bright, clear area), and a lengthy cut to the right side. The following year, Francis signed the Ordinance of Villers-Cotterets, an extensive piece of reform legislation that called for French to replace Latin as the administrative language of the kingdom. These clauses on the use of French marked a major step towards the linguistic and ideological unification of France at a time of growing national sentiment and identity. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

181. King George III. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “George R,” one page, 17.5 x 14, July 23, 1813. King George appoints Thomas K. Hutchinson as “a Second Captain in Our Corps of Engineers.”

Signed in the upper left by King George III and countersigned at the conclusion by other officials. A blue paper seal is affixed to the lower left. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), soiling to edges, and irregular adhesion and some fading to ink in the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

182. King George IV. King of Great Britain and Ireland (1762–1830) from 1820 to his death. Third-person ALS signed “GR,” one page, 7.75 x 3.5, December 10, 1827. In full: “The King sends his very kind regards to the Marquis of Anglesey, & as the Master Gen’l…with the representation of the Dep. Adj. General, the King consents.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon 1577 French document concerning wine sales 183. King Henry III of France. King of France (born 1551), the son of Henry II and Catherine de Medici, who reigned from 1574 until his assassination in 1589. Vellum manuscript DS in French, signed “Henry,” one page, 19.25 x 9.5, August 6, 1577. Untranslated document concerning privileges for Rene Montault, who was apparently responsible for one-eighth of the retail wine sales in the city of Montmorillon. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold touching the last letter of the signature), moderate to heavy creasing on the right side, toning to the lower right, and a cut to the right side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Exceedingly rare 14th-century document by Henry the Sufferer 184. King Henry III. King of Castile and Leon (1379–1406) sometimes called ‘Henry the Sufferer’ or ‘Henry the Sick,’ who reigned from 1390 until his death at age 27. Due to his poor health, he delegated part of his power to his brother Ferdinand I of Aragon in the later part of his rule.

Manuscript DS in Spanish, signed “Yo el Rey,” one page, 9.25 x 5, September 19, 1392. Untranslated document in which Henry confirms the right of Ruy Lopez de Mendoza to wear a sash in acknowledgment of his services rendered to Kings John I and Henry II. Loosely sewn along the edges to a later handwritten transcript of the text. In very good condition, with partial separations to vertical folds repaired with tape to reverse, scattered staining, and paper loss and chipping to edges. Kings Henry II and John I were respectively Henry III’s grandfather and father, and had succeeded him on the Castilian throne. At over six hundred years old, this is an exceptionally rare document from an important historical period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce letter from the start of the reign of King James I 185. King James I. King of England and Ireland (1566–1625) under whom the ‘Golden Age’ of Elizabethan literature and drama continued.

Manuscript LS in Old English, signed “James R,” one page, 7.75 x 10.75, January 1580. A letter to Colin Campbell, laird of Glenvrquhay, desiring him to postpone until a more convenient day the hearing of a dispute between him and the laird of Weyme. Intersecting folds (with small separations at edges reinforced on the reverse), small vertical cuts to the sides, and some scattered staining, otherwise fine condition.

This 1580 letter dates to early in the leadership of King James, who had succeeded to the Scottish throne at the age of thirteen months after his mother Mary, Queen of Scots, was compelled to abdicate in his favor.

Four different regents governed during his minority, which ended officially in 1578, though he did not gain full control of his government until 1583.

In 1584 at the age of 18, James published the treatise, Some Rules and Cautions to be Observed and Eschewed in Scottish Prosody, which outlined the ideal standard for poets writing in the Scottish tradition, one of the most culturally important legacies of his reign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“The Scots affairs, and so much company is come to me, I have not any tyme to myself” 186. King James II. The last Catholic monarch

(1633–1701) to reign over the Kingdoms of England, Scotland, and Ireland, crowned in 1685. ALS, unsigned, one page both sides, 6.75 x 9, March 22, [1682]. Letter to his niece, the Countess of Lichfield. In part: “If you will pardon me for being so long before I answered your letter…the Scots affairs, and so much company is come to me, I have not any tyme to myself, but now that I have it, I would not faile to let you know how much I am obliged to you for what you have sayd to me in your letter.” Intersecting folds and light toning from a mounting strip to the second integral page, otherwise fine condition. James was set to succeed his brother, Charles II, as king of Scotland, which caused political strife in Scotland because a Catholic would be replacing a Protestant. Although he came to rule Scotland in 1685, this distrust of his religion led to his overthrow in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

187. King Kalakaua. King of

Hawaii (1836– 1891) who was elected to the vacant throne in 1874 by a legislature that had been convened for the purpose.

Kalakaua almost single-handedly restored many of the nearly extinct cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people.

ALS signed “Kalakaua,” one page, 5 x 7.75, Grand Hotel, San Fancisco letterhead, February 1, 1875. Letter to Mr. Gray. In part: “I must thank you for your kindness in sending me one of your pianos for my use while here and…appreciation of the superiority of tone and finish of the instrument so kindly offered.” Affixed to a slightly larger mount. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, paper loss to upper left, and toning to edges. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

188.

King Sigismund III Vasa. Im-

portant king of Poland and Sweden (1566–1632) whose long reign coincided with the apex of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth’s prestige, power, and economic influence. Rare LS in Latin, signed “Sigismundus Rex,” one page, 7.75 x 12, October 28, 1630.

Untranslated letter welcoming Onorato Visconti, Titular Archbishop of Larissa, as the new Nuncio in Poland. Retains the original official paper seal affixed to the second integral page. Affixed to backing paper for reinforcement. In very good condition, with overall toning and staining. Onorato Visconti held this post from 1630 to 1635. Sigismund, raised a Catholic, sought to ally himself with the Habsburgs and sided with the Emperor in the Thirty Years’ War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Paying ransom during his feud with Charles the Bold 189. King Louis XI. King of France (born in 1423) who reigned from 1461 to 1483. Scarce vellum manuscript DS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 12 x 9.5, March 29, 1468. Untranslated directive to his treasury councillors in Languedouil and Languedoc to pay to his friend Jehan Raguier—a financial director in his land and duchy of Normandy—the amount of 4125 livres, which will be used to pay the ransom for the captured Seigneur de Charny.

Signed at the conclusion by King Louis XI and countersigned by his secretary, Jean Bourre. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered staining and soiling, and the lower right portion excised. This was issued during a critical phase of the war with Charles the Bold of Burgundy, who moved with his army of 15,000 soldiers to Peronne the month before; the conflict would not end for four more years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Written in 1494 while preparing for battle with Italy 190. King Louis XII. King of France from 1498 to 1515, popularly called ‘the Father of the People’ (1462–1515).

Scarce LS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 8.75 x 6.75, September 4, [1494]. Untranslated letter as Duc d’Orleans to the Duc de Bar, sent from Genoa, signed at the conclusion by Louis and countersigned by Jean Coterau, treasurer to Louis XI, Charles VIII, and Louis XII. Intersecting folds and scattered stains, otherwise fine condition. One day previously, the army of King Charles VIII of France had crossed Mont Ginevre and thus started the French army’s first Italian campaign for the Kingdom of Naples, marking the beginning of the Italian wars that would rage for decades more. Charles had detached Louis with an army of 10,000 men who were to support the efforts of the fleet. The French fleet defeated the Neapolitans, and on September 8, four days after writing the present letter, Louis achieved a decisive victory over the Neapolitan troops, which had landed at Rapallo east of Genoa. Wars in Italy would continue until 1559, shaping the culture and geography of the region for centuries to come. A highly desirable piece from the outset of this period in European history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The Illuminati leader 191. Adolph Freiherr Knigge. German writer and Freemason (1752-1796) best remembered for his affiliation with the Order of the Illuminati and his book On Human Relations. ALS in German, signed “Knigge,” one page, 6.5 x 8, February 17, 1795. Untranslated letter to his cousin, who had complained that Knigge hadn’t returned some family documents; Knigge denies any sort of debt. Light scattered staining, subtle show-through from writing to opposing sides, and a tear to one edge (affecting a few words), otherwise fine condition.

An exceedingly rare autograph. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

192. Sebastian Kneipp. Bavarian priest (1821–1897) who pioneered naturopathic medicine, particularly a form of hydrotherapy known as the Kneipp cure. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet three-quarterlength portrait of Kneipp, signed in the lower right in black ink, “S. Kneipp.” Published by Julius Grimm of Offenburg. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Kropotkin finishes his Memoirs of a Revolutionist 193. Peter Kropotkin. Russian geographer, zoologist, and political theorist (1842–1921) best known for his advocacy of anarchist communism. ALS signed “P. Kropotkin,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, July 7, 1899. Letter to Charles Rowley. In part: “We would be so happy to spend a few hours in your company, but, alas, it is impossible. I am just finishing the next instalment [sic] of the Memoirs which has to be posted next Friday, for the States, and every minute, even late at night, has to be given to it. Late with the MS., as always! And Sophie will not let herself be persuaded that she may go when I am working so hard as I am the last few days before posting the MS.” In fine condition. Kropotkin originally published the story of his life and work for The Atlantic Monthly magazine, serializing it from September 1898 through September 1899; when it was published later on in 1899 in book form, it became his best known work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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194. Pyotr Lavrov. Prominent Russian theorist of narodism, philoso-

pher, publicist, and sociologist (1823–1900) who endorsed revolutionary socialist ideals. Rare ALS in Russian, signed “P. Lavrov,” three pages, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 10.5, April 11, 1899. Untranslated extensive letter to a comrade on relations between Russia and Finland and the role of the socialists there. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds with small separations at edges. Accompanied by a contemporary unsigned 7.5 x 10 mounted photo of Lavrov at his desk. A lengthy letter of the utmost rarity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

195. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sought-after ballpoint signature,

“With Best Wishes, Martin Luther King,” on an off-white 3 x 1.25 slip.

Expertly double-matted and framed with a portrait of the civil rights leader to an overall size of 10.5 x 14.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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196. Georg Limnaeus. German astronomer and professor of mathematics who built the first observatory at Jena (1554–1611). Rare AQS in Latin on an off-white 5.25 x 5.25 sheet, signed in the lower right and dated Jena, July 13, 1591. In full (untranslated): “Uti cantos gubernatores decet, dum tranquillitas arridet, ad defendendam tempestatem instrumenta expedire: sic par est virum prudentem afflante fortuna, reflantis praesidia comparare.” Affixed at the left edge to a slightly larger card. In very good condition, with dampstaining affecting several words. In 1597, Johannes Kepler would send his first major astronomical work, Mysterium Cosmographicum, to Limnaeus, who offered great praise on the groundbreaking work. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

197. Nelson Mandela. Signed book: Long Walk to Freedom. First paperback edition. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1995. Softcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 638 pages. Signed on the first page in black felt tip, “N. Mandela, 21.10.95.” In fine condition, with slight dings to corner tips of the covers.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Marie Antoinette’s extravagant wardrobe— a symbol of the French Revolution 198. Marie Antoinette. Fabled

queen of Louis XVI of France (1755–1793) whose public execution, along with that of her husband, was the most grisly, visible, and powerful symbol of the political aims of the French Revolution. LS in French, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, September 20, 1789. Letter to Administrator of the Royal Treasury Marc Antoine Francois Marie Rendon de la Tour, responsible for the expenditure of the household, ordering him to [translated] “pay in cash to our two valets of the wardrobe the sum of seven hundred and thirty two livres, which we granted them as an additional food payment, in consideration of their service during the year.” Signed at the conclusion by Marie Antoinette and countersigned

by Pierre Jean Baptiste Beauregard.

In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, foxing and soiling to edges, and a few small stains (nothing affecting the crisp, bold signature).

Employed exclusively to manage Marie Antoinette’s wardrobe were a secretary who oversaw finances, two women charged with care and preservation of dresses, two women to fold and press clothes as necessary, two valets, and a porter. One duty of the valets was to present the queen with a large book of patterns and fabric samples that detailed all articles of clothing at her disposal, allowing her to choose what to wear that day. Marie Antoinette’s wardrobe was a chief symbol of the class divide that erupted into the French Revolution—in fact, when the royal family was imprisoned in 1792, a mob invaded Tuileries Palace and made straight for her wardrobe, tearing to shreds the clothes that they did not steal. Similar actions took place at Versailles, where they smashed all mirrors in the queen’s dressing room. An exceptional document in its relationship to Marie Antoinette’s notoriously extravagant lifestyle.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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“The Croatians are a bit conceited, that they have a higher culture than their Serbian brethren”

199. Tomas Masaryk. Founder and first President of Czechoslovakia (1850–1937). Two letters to British journalist Annie Christitch: an ALS, signed “T. G. Masaryk,” one page, January 12, 1933, in part: “A stupid grippe didn’t allow me, to send a letter, the doctor feared the contagiousness”; and an ALS signed “T. G. Masaryk,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, Savoy Westendt Hotel letterhead, November 22, 1933, in part: “We have in Prague Mestrovich & his exhibition; I’m told they don’t like in Belgrad that he is accepted by us so well. My dear Catholic friend: peccatur intra et extra muros [failures inside and outside the walls]—the Croatians have no able leader, the Serbians either, as you say. About the King I have no opinion, how able he is. I think the Serbians are good soldiers, but they lack in administrative skillfulness; the Croatians are a bit conceited, that they have a higher culture than their Serbian brethren; and unhappily they had from the beginning no leaders. Radic was, poor fellow, shortsighted physically & mentally; not seeing sharply the contours of men & kings he was mentally unclear & fantastic.” In fine condition, with small edge separations to the horizontal mailing fold of the longer letter. Accompanied by the original hand-addressed transmittal envelopes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Complimenting the “sharpness and precision that reigns” in Hollman’s Principles of Natural Philosophy 200. Pierre Louis de Maupertuis. French mathematician and philosopher (1698–1759). LS in French, signed “Maupertuis,” one page, 6 x 8, April 3, 1750. Letter to the naturalist and philosopher Samuel Christian Hollman, thanking him for sending a kind letter along with his book Principles of Natural Philosophy, praising him for the “subtle and deep character” and the “sharpness and precision that reigns” in the work. Central vertical and horizontal folds, mild scattered foxing, and a bit of unobtrusive paper loss to left edge, otherwise fine condition. This year marked the final stage of his argument for the ‘principle of least action,’ an idea which he had developed over the course of two decades that culminated in the publication of his ‘Essay on Cosmology’ in 1750. It was the result of Maupertuis’s work in several areas of physics and he saw it as his most important accomplishment in the realms of both science and philosophy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“I shall always be what I have been so far, a Catholic Christian, neither a liar nor a hypocrite” 201. Catherine de Medici. Queen

Consort of France (born Florence, 1519) from 1547 to 1559 and mother of three French kings: Francis II, Charles IX, and Henry III. ALS in French, signed “Caterine,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12, April 16, 1562. Letter to Sebastien de L’Aubespine, bishop of Limoges, defending herself against the accusation of having converted to Protestantism. In full (translated): “I accept that all these gentlemen write to the King of Spain on the way I [dis]respect the religion; not to witness what I want either before God or before men, my faith or my good works, but to talk about the lies that were told about me and slander that was made ??to me. Because it has long been told anything else than it was at this time, people lied; I have not changed or harmed or stolen, in the way I have lived my religion for forty-three years, and I called and fed and I do not know if anyone can say the same. I was married without sin, and this lie has lasted for too long not to feel angry at the end and mainly, when you feel a clear conscience and that is very bad that they talk much about that. Kindly show this letter to the Duc d’Albon and The King, my son, because I do not want them to think that I am begging for a witness, as I have been living all my life in the right way. But I did write, as I cannot stand that one talks about my attitude towards charity and I want to shut the mouths of those who invent and say, without being willing to help. And they do everything to get me away from the good graces of the King, my son, whom I consider more important than my own life. Assure me well before leaving that no power may decrease and tell the Queen, my daughter, if she wants to do something to make me happy to live, she shall talk to me and do all that is good for me, I shall always be what I have been so far, a Catholic Christian, neither a liar nor a hypocrite, and you shall always find me to be so.” Intersecting folds, a thin mounting strip and small repair to left edge, and a small collector’s stamp to bottom edge of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Previously sold at Christie’s, 1995.

When Catherine’s son, King Francis II died in 1560, she was appointed regent on behalf of her ten-year-old son King Charles IX, giving her enormous political power. Initially hopeful that growing hostilities between Catholics and the rebelling Protestants, or Huguenots, could be quelled with compromise, she passed the controversial Edict of Saint-Germain in January of 1562, granting Huguenots private worship outside of towns. Accusations that Catherine had rejected Catholicism abounded, and she frequently defended herself as in this letter to L’Aubespine, the French Ambassador to Spain; vehemently denying that she has changed her religion, she asks that the letter be shown to her son-inlaw King Philip II and his queen (her daughter, Elizabeth de Valois). Unable to ignore the hurtful slander, she writes, “I do not want them to think that I am begging for a witness, as I have been living all my life in the right way. But I did write, as I cannot stand that one talks about my attitude towards charity and I want to shut the[ir] mouths.” As the French Wars of Religion began and criticism of her leniency intensified, Catherine renounced her hopes of compromise and encouraged what would become some of the most brutal and excessive persecutions in history, including the St. Bartholomew’s Day massacre of 1572, in which thousands of Huguenots were killed throughout France. With such fervid and personal self-defense pouring from the hand of the most powerful woman in France, this is an outstanding letter in both its content and its rarity. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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The Medici queen convenes parliament at Rouen 202. Marie de Medici. Queen consort of France (1575–1642) as the second wife of King Henry IV of France. She herself was a member of the wealthy and powerful House of Medici. LS in French, signed “Marie,” one page, 8.25 x 12.5, September 12, 1613. Untranslated letter to M. de Bouthwoud, the president of the Parliament at Rouen, ordering him in the name of her son to convene and supervise the convocation of the Parliament. Expected folds (one horizontal fold passing through the top of the crisp signature) and moderate scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition; all writing is clear and bold.

Originally purchased from Walter R. Benjamin Autographs and accompanied by the paper folder. At this time Marie de Medici was regent for her son, Louis XIII, who was nine years old. A rare and desirable piece from the influential Medici, featuring a large, prominent signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Impressive archive of official Mussolini documents 203. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Collection of 14 untranslated DSs in Italian, totaling 32 pages, each approximately 9.5 x 14.5, dated between 1925 and 1937. All are signed at the conclusion by both leaders, “Mussolini” and “Vittorio Emanuele.” In overall very good to fine condition, with expected document wear. Starting Bid $300

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Exceedingly rare 1878 document from the ‘father of modern genetics,’ Gregor Mendel 204. Gregor Mendel. Rare autograph DS in German, signed “Gr. Mendel,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, September 1, 1878.

Untranslated document concerning a financial transaction, issued from St. Thomas’s Abbey in Brno. An official embossed red wax seal is affixed to the lower left, with two revenue stamps affixed near the top. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and expected document wear.

When the young Johann Gregor Mendel entered the Augustinian St. Thomas’s Abbey in Brno in the early 1840s, he commenced his training as a priest, taking the name Gregor and securing himself an education that would have otherwise been financially unattainable.

Fascinated with heredity, he began studying mice, but at the behest of his bishop (who did not like the idea of his monks studying animal sex), quickly switched to plants. Conducting his studies in the monastery’s five-acre experimental garden, he spent nearly two decades working with peas before developing his Law of Segregation and Law of Independent Assortment—which would later become Mendel’s Laws of Inheritance.

Though his findings made little impact at the time of publication (1866), they would resurface 35 years later to become one of the biggest contributions to the emerging field of genetics. Becoming abbot of the monastery in 1868, Mendel left his scientific work behind to handle a lengthy dispute with the government regarding special taxes on religious institutions.

Following his death, the succeeding abbot burned papers in Mendel’s collection to mark an end to the financial troubles, making autographed material by the groundbreaking scientist nearly impossible to come by. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Choice diplomatic appointment to Constantinople 205. Napoleon. Manuscript DS in French, signed “appr, Np,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12, November 2, 1807. Document regarding the appointment of a diplomat in Constantinople, in part (translated): “General Sebastiani upon arriving in Contantinople, found it necessary that there be a Chancellor for the Kingdom of Italy, he named Mr. Franchini for this function, an Italian subject of His Majesty.

He is now writing me that the affairs of Your Majesty Italian subjects established in the States of Ottoman Gate require that there be besides the legation a private Dragoman to the Kingdom. The Ambassador thinks that it would benefit greatly to be handled by a man who would be specially in charge of it. He believes that this position could not be better served than by Mr. Mattheo, hereof Dragoman to the General Consulate at Raguse in Constantinople. Mr. Mattheo is a young man who possesses oriental languages and knows Constantinople market affairs perfectly.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a large book photo of Napoleon. Bonaparte held enormous respect for the Ottoman capital, and is remembered as once declaring: ‘If the earth were a single state, Constantinople would be its capital.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Rare fragment from Napoleon’s memoirs, concerning his first victory as commander-in-chief 206. Napoleon. Handwritten manuscript

fragment in French, unsigned, one page, 7.75 x 2, no date but circa 1818. A fiveline excerpt from a draft of Napoleon’s memoirs, concerning a military campaign by two of his greatest marshals, Messena and Augereau. In full (translated): “From the same night of the 8th to the 9th the commander in chief moved with the Messena and Augereau divisions by Cadibone sur Montinotte and at break of day Argenteau, surrounded on every side was attacked in front.” Napoleon’s writing is confined to the left half of the page, with his secretary Louis Marchand writing in the other column. The reverse bears a transcription of Napoleon’s notes penned by Emmanuel de Las Cases. Inlaid into a larger sheet. A few vertical folds, scattered creases, and light show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition.

This remarkable piece concerns the Battle of Montenotte during Napoleon’s Italian Campaign in April 1796, which marked his first victory as commander-in-chief. Fighting against a coalition of Austria and Sardinia, Napoleon led his army against an Austrian corps under Count EugeneGuillaume Argenteau in combat beginning on April 10. Pierre Augereau led one of the divisions in Napoleon’s command, and Andre Massena’s forces formed their advance guard. Massena led an attack that overwhelmed Argenteau’s troops on April 12, which ultimately secured the French victory. Realizing his strategic advantage, Bonaparte issued orders to thrust west toward Millesimo and north toward Dego, widening the gap between the weakened Austrian and Sardinian armies. In isolating them from each other, Bonaparte was able to defeat each army and forced Sardinia to withdraw from the war. Napoleon dictated his memoirs to his small cadre of followers while exiled on the island of St. Helena; Louis Joseph Marchand, whose writing also appears on this piece, was Napoleon’s main valet and most faithful servant. Within its historical context, this is an extremely significant handwritten piece from Napoleon’s draft of his memoirs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500 70 | January 14, 2015 | NOTABLES

Seeking officers employed “during the war with Germany and in particular during the invasion of the English” 207. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7 x 9, February

24, 1810. Letter to the Duke of Feltre, minister of war. In full (translated): “I ask you to send me the note of the division and brigadier generals and colonels who are employed without a decree by me for perusal.

Some of them were during the war with Germany and in particular during the invasion of the English; and present me a paper on the general officers of France. On this I pray that God may keep you in his holy protection.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing between the letters of his signature). The War of the Fifth Coalition had come to a conclusion just a few months earlier in October 1809. The conflict put Napoleon’s French Empire in opposition against a coalition of the United Kingdom and Austrian Empire, and Napoleon emerged victorious. An interesting military letter from a period of Napoleon’s greatest influence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Pasteur’s experimental notes on fermentation 208. Louis Pasteur.

Handwritten scientific notes in French, unsigned, one page, both sides, 7.25 x 9.5, dated June 19–28, [1857], headed at the top in pencil in another hand, “(fermentation de l’acide Tartrique) From his laboratory notebook tartaric acid.” Seven groups of 11 numbered items, possibly test tubes, have been handwritten by Pasteur: one group on June 19, four groups on June 22, and two groups on June 28. In his notes to the right of the June 19 group, Pasteur brackets Numbers 1 and 2 and, in French, compares numbers 5 and 7 with 8 and 9, concluding, “In the same way N. 8 and 9 during the 24 first hours.” He then pens, “Report of N.3 and 4 / N.1 and 2 = 4, 6.” On June 22, Pasteur brackets four additional pairs of numbers and adds, “Report = 4, 3.” There are numerous brackets on the second page. In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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209. Queen Elizabeth II. Uncom-

mon partly-printed DS, signed “Elizabeth R,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 13, September 2, 1953. A pardon document. In part: “Whereas Stanislaw Chmielewski…was convicted of shopbreaking and larceny and was sentenced to imprisonment for twelve months…

We in consideration of some circumstances…are Graciously pleased to extend Our Grace and Mercy unto the said Stanislaw Chmielewski and to pardon and remit unto him the remainder of the sentence passed upon him.” Signed at the top by Queen Elizabeth beside an embossed official seal. In fine condition, with expected document wear and trivial mounting remnants along the top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare handwritten document from the infamous Queen Margot 210. Queen Margaret of France. Mar-

garet of Valois (1553–1615) was Queen of France and of Navarre during the late sixteenth century; she was the daughter of Catherine de Medici and Henry II, the wife of Henry IV, and the sister to three French kings.

Lengthy vellum ADS in French, signed “Marguerite,” one page, 10 x 9, April 4, 1603, Paris. A substantial financial agreement written entirely in the queen’s hand, marking the importance she attributed to this particular deal. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), moderate to heavy scattered creases, and a few stains and two small holes to the body. An exceptionally rare document from one of Europe’s most highly connected queens. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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211. Peyton Randolph and J o h n B l a i r.

Rare partly-printed banknote from colonial Virginia for five pounds, 6.5 x 4.5, March 4, 1773, signed at the bottom by the speaker of the Virginia House of Burgesses, “Peyton Randolph,” and the associate justice of the Supreme Court, “John Blair.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with a few small splits, overall creases and wrinkles, and scattered toning. Peyton went on to serve as the first president of the Continental Congress in 1774; and Blair carried out one of the most distinguished legal careers of his day, signing the Constitution in 1787 and going on to influence its interpretation during his years on the Supreme Court. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

212. Rene Antoine Ferchault de Reaumur. French

scientist (1683– 1757) who contributed to many different fields, especially the study of insects, and introduced the Reaumur temperature scale.

Manuscript DS in French, signed “de Reaumur,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, February 20, 1743. In part (translated): “By order of the Academy we have read the Letters Patent of Oct. 26 1742 by which the King grants to Sir Francois Fresneau, former surgeon on His Majesty’s ships, the exclusive privilege of constructing, selling, and distributing, for a period of 30 years, a stove invented by him for different kitchen procedures using a single flame…we declare that this stove can be very useful, provided that the author does not multiply its operations excessively.”

Signed at the conclusion by de Reaumur and countersigned by fellow members of the Academy of Sciences Jean Hellot and Louis-Leon Pajot d’Onsenbray. Also endorsed in the upper right by Francois Fresneau, providing the date. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light toning, and ink flecks and foxing along the bottom. A rare combination of prominent scientists of the period. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

213. Jose Antonio Remon Cantera.

Panamanian police chief and politician (1908– 1955) who served as president of Panama from 1952 until his mysterious assassination in 1955, when he came under machine gun fire at a racetrack. Rare TLS in Spanish, one page, 8.5 x 11, Republica de Panama presidential letterhead, December 30, 1953. Response to an American student. In part (translated): “With pleasure…I answer your attentive communication dated in LaRue, Ohio. My purpose in life is to learn and to work.

I wish you every success in your studies.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several tears and small areas of paper loss to edges, and scattered foxing and staining. Accompanied by an official transmittal envelope. The identity of Remon’s assassin and the reasoning behind it remain unresolved to this day, resulting in several conspiracy theories—though it may have been a simple internal coup, one theory holds that it was a CIA hit due to his interference in Panama canal negotiations, while another claims that he was killed on the orders of Lucky Luciano over a dispute involving a seized shipment of heroin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

215. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. Mexican general and

politician (1794–1876) best known in the US for his role in the Mexican-American War and the slaughter of scores of Americans at the Alamo. Choice untranslated LS in Spanish, signed “Ant. Lopez de Santa Anna,” one page, 8 x 11.5, November 8, 1822. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. An extremely clean and highly desirable piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare double-signed cabinet photo of the ill-fated couple 214. Rudolf and Stephanie. Archduke Rudolf, the crown prince of AustriaHungary and heir-apparent of the Habsburg dynasty, married Princess Stephanie of Belgium in 1881. In 1889, Rudolf famously died in a suicide pact with his mistress, Baroness Mary Vetsera; the ensuing scandal made international headlines and remains a cause of speculation more than a century later. Scarce original 4.25 x 6.25 cabinet full-length portrait of Rudolf and Stephanie standing side-by-side, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Rudolf” and “Stephanie.”

Published by H. Eckert of Prague. In fine condition, with trimmed left and right edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The seeker of Homeric treasure 217. Heinrich Schliemann. Pioneering archaeologist (1822–1890) best known

for his excavations at the ancient sites of Troy and Mycenae. ALS in German, signed “H. Schliemann,” one page, 6.25 x 3.75, December 1, 1877. Letter to “Prof’r Schmitz,” most likely L. Dora Schmitz, who translated Schliemann’s ‘Trojan Antiquities’ into English. In full (translated): “I shall call on you the first evening I am free, excuse me that I have not done so yet. I hope you and your dear family are all well.” In fine condition. Schliemann discovered a cache of gold, jewelry, and artifacts during an excavation of Troy in May 1873, which he named ‘Priam’s Treasure.’ He published these findings in 1874 under the title ‘Trojanische Altertumer [Trojan Antiquities].’

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Shana Tova greetings from the Chabad leader 218. Menachem Schneerson. Orthodox rabbi (1902–1994) who led the

Chabad-Lubavitch movement and is considered one of the most influential Jewish figures of the 20th century. TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September 1967. Untranslated letter offering Shana Tova greetings for the New Year 5727. In fine condition, with scattered wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The celebrated philosopher directs an antiquarian to some “valuable specimens” 219. Arthur Schopenhauer. ALS in German, one page, 8.5 x 10.5,

February 26, 1853, Frankfurt am Main. Letter to auctioneer Johann Friedrich Lippert, regarding the payment of an invoice. In part (translated): “You failed to instruct me to whom I am to send payment for the books received…I have no access to autographs. A year ago I saw several valuable specimens in the shop window on the ‘Zeil’ road. St. Goar or Hermann Booksellers will be able to tell you exactly where. I do not know.” Reverse bears an address panel in another hand and also bears a paper seal remnant. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, show-through from stamps on reverse, paper loss to bottom edge from seal, and some light creasing and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition.

Enjoying his newfound celebrity following the 1851 publication of his Parerga and Paralipomena, Schopenhauer kept the company of several notable book dealers and collectors throughout Germany. Settling up an account with Johann Lippert, manager of the Halle Book Auctions, and responding to an inquiry regarding autographs, Schopenhauer refers him to “St. Goar or Hermann Booksellers”—two men who had previously published his own volumes. An excellent letter from the brilliant philosopher. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Rare official state letter from Ethiopia’s emperor to Germany’s president 220. Haile Selassie. Longtime Emperor of Ethiopia (1892–1975) who reigned from

1930 to 1974. Selassie is one of the most revered figures among followers of the Rastafari movement, whose members view him as a symbol of God incarnate. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, official Imperial Palace letterhead, December 11, 1955. Letter to Theodor Heuss, the first President of the Federal Republic of Germany. In part: “We have deeply appreciated the gracious and generous gift of the figurines and flower holders in porcelain, which Your Excellency has sent to Us on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee of Our Coronation, by the intermediary of the Special Representative Of Your Excellency to these ceremonies, His Excellency Dr. Hans Bidder, Envoy Extraordinary Minister Plentipotentiary of Germany in Ethiopia.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. The year before, Emperor Haile Selassie became the first foreign head of state to visit the Federal Republic of Germany, then generally referred to as West Germany. Selassie was interested in learning how the technical achievements of the west could be imported to his empire on the Horn of Africa, visiting steelworks and hospitals throughout Germany. The diplomatic bonds forged between the nations during this trip laid the foundation for strong ties today, and Germany remains one of the largest export markets for Ethiopian goods. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The rare sewing machine innovator 221. Isaac M. Singer. American inventor, actor, and entrepreneur

(1811–1875) known for his important improvements to the sewing machine, who founded the Singer Sewing Machine Company. Exceedingly rare LS signed “I. M. Singer,” one page, 4.75 x 8, personal Oldway letterhead, July 15, 1873. Letter to the directors of the Singer Manufacturing Company in New York. In full: “Please pay my brother John V. Singer one hundred dollars ($100) or whatever more is necessary to pay his passage comfortably to New Orleans and his expenses while in New York.” Light toning and office notations to the top, a couple dings to left edge, and a few brushes to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Singer established his sewing machine firm in 1851 under the name I. M. Singer & Co., and the immediate success of his innovative device made him extremely wealthy. Unfaithful to his wife, Singer had as many as two dozen children with several different women, including a second family that he housed in a Fifth Avenue mansion. When his second wife had him arrested for bigamy in 1862, he fled from the embarrassment and left for Europe. He commissioned the Oldway Mansion in Paignton, Devon, England, where he lived out his days in decadence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

222. Thaddeus Stevens. Representative from Pennsylvania who opposed fugitive slave laws and urged emancipation (1792–1868). Choice 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo by Brady’s National Portrait Gallery, signed along the bottom of the image in black ink, “Thaddeus Stevens, Dem.” In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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From the year of his Theory of Moral Sentiments, an excessively rare letter by the father of economics

223. Adam Smith. Very rare ALS, one page both sides, 7 x 9, March 10, 1759. Letter to Lord Shelburne updating him on the progress of his

son Thomas. In part: “I have been very much out of my Duty in having so long neglected to write to your Lordship who have trusted me with so very important charge as the Education of Mr. Fitzmaurice...There is not a poor boy in the college who is supported by charity & studies for bread that is more punctual in his attendance upon every part of college discipline. He attends different Masters for Greek, Latin & Philosophy five hours a day & is besides employed with me at home between two & three hours, in going over the subjects of those different lectures. He reads too every day something by himself & a good deal on Saturdays & Sundays when he has most leisure. He has never missed a single hour, except two days that he was ill of a very violent Cholic...He is perfectly sober, eats no supper, or what is next to none, a roasted apple or some such trifle & drinks scarce anything but water. There is the more merit in this part of his conduct as it is the effect of Resolution not of habit for I find he had been accustomed to a different way of living at Eton. But your Lordship & my Lady Shelburne good advice, I understand, produced this change...I find him every way agreeable; full of spirit & sensibility, two qualities which are very rarely joined together” Accompanied by a detached second integral page, docketed on the reverse by Shelburne, “March 10, 1759, Mr. Smith Morality Professor of Glasgow, his first letter to me concerning my son Thomas under his care.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (and a few extra vertical folds). Accompanied by an attractive custom-made leatherbound clamshell case.

After completing his studies at University of Glasgow and Oxford, Smith returned to Glasgow to teach, finding a place in the Philosophical Society of Edinburgh and securing the position as head of Moral Philosophy within his first three years. Having found the entitled student body of Oxford unmotivated and the lax professorship disappointing, he was happy to return to the strict regimen and high standards of Glasgow, as highlighted in his description of Thomas FitzMaurice’s rigorous course load: “He attends different Masters for Greek, Latin & Philosophy five hours a day & is besides employed with me at home between two & three hours, in going over the subjects of those different lectures.”

The year that this letter was written, Smith published his Theory of Moral Sentiments, focusing on the dependence of human morality on what he called ‘mutual sympathy’ (which can be likened to the idea of modern-day empathy). The work made him wildly popular, drawing students from all over Europe to enroll at Glasgow and sparking a shift in his lectures from moral theory to jurisprudence and economics, beginning his career as an internationally recognized intellectual. Written to John FitzMaurice, 1st Earl of Shelburne and a Member of Parliament—later joined in the House by his son Thomas, the subject of this letter—this is an absolutely remarkable and noteworthy letter entirely in Smith’s hand from the start of his rise to fame. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500 www.RRAuction.com | 77

224. Charles Maurice de Talleyrand. Highly skilled and influential diplomat (1754–1838) who served the French government from the reign of Louis XVI through that of Louis-Philippe, the last King of France. In the month-long period between the fall of Napoleon and the return of Louis XVIII in early 1814, Talleyrand headed the provisional government of France, making him, if only briefly, the most powerful man in the nation. Untranslated partly-printed vellum DS in French, signed “Charles Maurice,” one page, 20.75 x 16, July 17, 1808. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one with an edge separation at the top and another fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and toning and soiling to borders. Accompanied by the original receipt from Walter R. Benjamin Autographs. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Dozens of letters from academics worldwide

225. William Roscoe Thayer. Collection of approximately 50 letters written to American author and editor William Roscoe Thayer by several notable scholars and statesmen, some in other languages, including: one TLS from British statesman James Boyce, dated 1913; four ALSs from Italian idealist philosopher and politician Benedetto Croce, dated 1907–1909; one ALS from clergyman and Dante scholar Charles Allen Dinsmore, dated 1913; sixteen ALSs and six TLSs from Italian historian and writer Guglielmo Ferrero, dated 1908–1912; five ALSs from Italian novelist Antonio Fogazzaro, dated 1906–1908; one ALS from English writer and socialist politician Henry Mayers Hyndman, dated 1910; four ALSs from Italian priest and politician Romolo Murri, dated 1909–1912; seven ALSs from Italian statesman Marchese Emilio Visconti–Ventosta, dated 1910–1914; and three TLSs and two ALSs from Helen Zimmers, dated 1908–1917. Many contain content regarding scholarly pursuits. In overall very good to fine condition. Thayer wrote about Italian history and in 1914 was elected to The American Academy of Arts and Letters. Among the works he published during the period he received these letters were A Short History of Venice (1905), Longfellow: Our National Poet (1907), Life and Times of Cavour (two volumes, 1911), Life and Letters of John Hay (1915), and Germany vs.

Civilization (1916). Starting Bid $300

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Woodworking tools used in the actual construction of the Titanic 226. Titanic. Two woodworking tools once owned and used by Thomas McCauley who was employed as a carpenter and cabinet maker at the Harland and Wolff Shipyard in Belfast during the construction of Olympic and Titanic. These two tools, consisting of a folding carpenter ruler and ‘keyhole’ hand saw were once part of the tool kit of Thomas McCauley. They eventually passed as part of McCauley’s entire tool kit to his grandson, Ernest McGookin of Belfast, Ireland. Attractively archivally triple-cloth-matted and framed with a photo of the Titanic at the shipyard and a descriptive plaque to an overall size of 22.5 x 31. Included with this lot is a photocopy of a picture showing McCauley as well as a copy of a letter on Queen’s University of Belfast’s letterhead dated January 17, 1975, thanking McCauley for the loan of his tools he used when working on Titanic for inclusion in an educational exhibit. Other examples of tools owned and used by Thomas McCauley are currently on display at the Titanic museum attractions in Branson, Missouri, and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Chain of custody is as follows: Thomas McCauley to his grandson Ernest McGookin, Ernest McGookin to Steve Santini in 1999. Oversized. Starting Bid $300

Excessively rare Christmas card from the Titanic’s bandleader 227. Titanic: Wallace Hartley. Very

elegant Christmas card, 5.5 x 3, with foliate cut borders and a floral front highlighted with glitter and the printed word “Remembrance.” Inside bears pre-printed sentiments that read, “There’s gladness in remembrance” and “With all good wishes for a happy Christmas, From,” neatly signed below in black ink, “Wallace H. Hartley.”

Card has been carefully separated at the fold and beautifully archivally mounted, double-cloth-matted, and framed with an image of Hartley to an overall size of 20.5 x 14.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original hardcover autograph album in which the card was affixed, which mainly contains poetry, artwork, and cartoons done by convalescing First World War soldiers.

Hartley famously led his band to continue playing while the ship sank, with ‘Nearer, My God, to Thee’ generally recognized as the song. Many credit this valiant performance for maintaining the calm on the ship that allowed lifeboats to be filled and lowered in an orderly fashion. A choice specimen of this highly sought after Titanic autograph. Starting Bid $300

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Super scarce Montague Black-designed White Star Line poster in its original frame

228. Titanic. Exceedingly rare color poster for the White Star Line, 39 x 29, of the company’s two newest and biggest ships, the Titanic

and Olympic, circa early 1912. Originally done by Montague Birrell Black, the poster shows the Olympic steaming ahead, with its decks and bow full of passengers, with the Titanic in the background. The poster’s borders have been trimmed, as was the custom after the catastrophic Titanic sinking. Poster bears Black’s printed initials in the lower right, has been affixed to an identical size mount and is housed in its original frame (with plate glass), along with a small White Star Line plaque nailed into the bottom edge of the frame, to an overall size of 44.5 x 34.25. Backing bears most of a Galindo Mfg. Co. New York label. In fine condition, with uniform light fading to colors, a couple small areas of paper loss near top edge, and a small tear to left edge. Black produced numerous paintings and postcards for White Star Line throughout the 1920s. Printed in a relatively small number to hang in White Star Offices, only a few copies have survived, even fewer in their original frames.

Oversized. Starting Bid $1000

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Outstandingly rare certificate signed by the Titanic’s captain-on-the-rise from the helm of the SS Britannic 229. Titanic: Edward J. Smith. English naval officer (1850–1912) in command of the RMS Titanic, and one of the 1502 who died when the ship sank. Excessively rare DS, signed “E. J. Smith,” one page, 7.75 x 6, March 1, 1895. Certificate of discharge issued to F. G. Raddish, who served as second mate aboard the SS Britannic from February 6, 1895, to March 1, 1895, and was discharged in Liverpool. Printed near the bottom is a certification statement which reads, “I certify that the above particulars are correct and that the above named Seaman was discharged accordingly, and that the character described hereon is a true copy of the Report concerning the said Seaman.” Signed at the conclusion of the statement by Smith as the vessel’s master, and countersigned by a shipping representative. Discharge also bears two “V.G.” stamps in areas for character of conduct and ability, as well as an office stamp. A central vertical fold and toning to left edge from adhesive residue to reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Joining the White Star Line in March of 1880, Edward Smith quickly rose in status, receiving his first command of a passenger vessel just seven years later. Earning his Extra Master’s Certificate, joining the Royal Navy Reserve, and developing a remarkable rapport with the line’s elite passengers—many of whom would only travel under his care—he earned the nickname ‘Millionaires’ Captain,’ a title that would help decide his future assignments. Stepping on board the SS Britannic for the first time in 1884 and returning to command it several times throughout his career—including most of 1891–1895—Smith came to know the waters between the UK and New York like the back of his hand. His success on the Britannic helped him secure commands of the newest and most impressive ships—the Baltic, the Adriatic, the Olympic, and finally, the Titanic. An incredibly rare document—only the third we have offered—signed by the Captain as his career steadily climbed. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

230. Leon Trotsky. Russian Communist leader (1879–1940) who, with Lenin, organized the Bolshevik seizure of power during the October Revolution of 1917.

Untranslated DS in Cyrillic, signed in the upper left in thick red pencil, one page, 9.25 x 11.75, February 8, 1926. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several tears and creases to the right edge, a clipped upper corner, and tears to filing holes at the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“As soon as I catch up to the killers of your brother, they will be punished with all severity,” Villa vows, “especially the one nicknamed ‘El Chiquirrin,’ who will be shot” 231. Francisco ‘Pancho’ Villa. TLS in

Spanish, signed “Francisco Villa,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, Ejercito del Norte letterhead, October 3, 1915. Letter to General Felipe Riveros. In part (translated): “With great dismay I learned that a member of the military escort of General Jose Rodriguez treacherously assassinated your beloved brother, don Jesus. With these lines, I beg you to kindly accept my sentiments of sincere condolences…On my behalf, I assure you with all sincerity that I am going to be very attentive to what you are telling me.

And as soon as I catch up to the killers of your brother, they will be punished with all severity, and especially the one nicknamed ‘El Chiquirrin,’ who will be shot.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with partial edge separations, one repaired with heavily toned tape just above the signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Felipe Riveros was the governor of Sinaloa who had recently aligned himself with Villa’s cause. His brother Jesus, one of his chief aides, was assassinated on September 30, 1915, prompting Villa’s letter promising revenge. As he promises here, Villa dispatched another letter on October 8th, writing to inform Riveros that they had ‘made an example of the murderer.’ Villa’s stronghold on the northern regions of Mexico would soon end after suffering substantial losses in battle, and by the end of the year he was on the run from the United States Army. A fantastic letter from a crucial turning point in Villa’s revolutionary goals, highlighting his ruthlessness against his enemies. Starting Bid $500

Early sociological inquiries into factory conditions 232. Max Weber. Extremely influential social

theorist (1864–1920) often cited with Emile Durkheim and Karl Marx as a founding architect of sociology. Very rare ALS in German, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, July 30, 1897.

Untranslated letter to the economist Hermann Losch, head of the state office, about conditions at a manufacturing location. In fine condition, with a couple trivial stains. This dates to rather early in his career as a professor of economics, though he would be greatly affected by the loss of his father two months later and increasingly prone to depression, nervousness, and insomnia, making it difficult for him to fulfill his duties. During this period Weber was conducting some of his earliest empirical social research, which included three investigations of agricultural and industrial labor conditions, worker attitude, and work histories, and a fourth study concerning the psychological aspects of factory work. It is also interesting to note that while Max Weber was interested in the social conditions of factories and manufacturing work, his brother Alfred approached the same subject from an economic point of view, developing theories of the location of industry and geographical cost-effectiveness. A highly desirable letter concerning this early sociological work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300 82 | January 14, 2015 | NOTABLES

After revolutionizing American agriculture, the inventor looks forward to “the Cattle Show” at the 1821 county fair 233. Eli Whitney. American inventor

(1765–1825) whose cotton gin revolutionized Southern agriculture. ALS signed “E. Whitney,” one page, 7.75 x 8, October 5, 1821. Letter to Oliver Wolcott, Jr., the governor of Connecticut. In full: “The Cattle Show at this place will be had on the 9th & 10th inst—I will be at Litchfield on the evening of Monday the 15th (if that day is fair, if not on the next fair day) & have so advised Mr. Watkinson & Mr. Woodbridge.”

Handsomely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 20.5 x 14.5. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and haloing to ink in a few lines, otherwise fine condition.

Whitney established his cotton gin factory in New Haven, and as a member of the New Haven Agricultural Society helped to establish the annual county fair around 1810, officially called the New Haven Agricultural Fair and Cattle Show. Farmers from across the state exhibited their prized oxen, steers, heifers, cows, and bulls, among other livestock. This was one of the earliest such fairs in America, and similar annual events became commonplace throughout New England. Autographic material from Whitney is very scarce, and this letter’s appropriate association with a popular agricultural exposition makes it especially desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Rare letter from the influential ‘father of art history’ to his publisher 234. Johann Joachim Winckelmann. German art historian and archaeologist (1717–1768) who was a pioneer of scientific archaeology and the first to articulate the differences between Greek, Greco-Roman, and Roman art. ALS in German, signed “Winckelmann,” one page, 6.75 x 4.75, February 18, 1764. Letter to his publisher, Georg Konrad Walther, after the printing of his magnum opus Geschichte der Kunst des Alterthums [History of Ancient Art]. Winckelmann informs Walther that he has received the second bill of exchange. In very good condition, with several vertical folds (two passing through letters of the signature) and moderate foxing (heaviest to the lower blank area). Considered by many the father of the discipline of art history, the influence of Winckelmann’s writings extended into Western painting, sculpture, literature, and philosophy. The book this letter concerns, his History of Ancient Art, was one of the first books written in German to become a classic of European literature. It presents a thorough, chronological account of all antique art, exploring the art produced by each civilization in terms of organic growth, maturity, and decline. An extreme rarity from the time of this important work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“The problem of mathematical finitism,” Wittgenstein writes, “is a central problem of modern philosophy” 235. Ludwig Wittgenstein. TLS signed “L. Wittgenstein,” one page,

8.5 x 11, November 29, 1934. A letter of recommendation for his student, Alice Ambrose, later a renowned philosopher in her own right. In part: “Miss Alice Ambrose has been attending my classes regularly since the beginning of last academical year. I have been giving two courses of conversation classes entitled ‘Philosophy’ and ‘Philosophy for Mathematicians.’ As my classes are very small I have been in a position to get to know her ability, her way of thinking and discussing, and general attitude towards the subject. I am greatly impressed by her extraordinary seriousness and sincerity, and have found her indefatigable in trying to understand the extremely difficult problems we have been discussing…The problem of mathematical finitism which she has set herself to investigate is a central problem of modern philosophy.” In very good to fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and small tears and creases along edges.

Alice Ambrose studied under Wittgenstein at Cambridge University, growing close to him as he worked on his Blue and Brown Books, in which he traced the history of his philosophical thought between his famous Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus and his later works. During the 1934 school year, Wittgenstein spent four days every week dictating the Brown Book to Ambrose and another of his students, Francis Skinner.

Their friendship came to an abrupt halt in 1935—less than six months after this complimentary letter—when she published an article entitled ‘Finitism in Mathematics (I)’ in the April issue of the philosophy journal Mind, outlining Wittgenstein’s thoughts on the subject without his input or approval; despite his objections, she went on to publish the second part of her article shortly after. Although he continued to supervise her PhD, the once-cordial relationship became an embattled one, and he resigned as her advisor the following year—the two would never reconcile before his death in 1951. Within this context the present letter is particularly remarkable in both its date and content, as Wittgenstein applauds Ambrose’s interest in the very subject that would fracture their friendship a year later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

237. Emiliano Zapata.

236. Chaim Weizmann. Scarce matte-finish 9 x 6.75 photo of Chaim Weizmann and his wife Vera at a degree ceremony, affixed to a 12.25 x 10 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in Hebrew to Yigat Kimchi by both, and dated 1949. In very good condition, with toning, creases, and scattered foxing to the mount. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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TLS in Spanish, one page, 8.5 x 13.5, September 27, 1914. Untranslated letter to Manuel Palafox. In very good condition, with intersecting folds passing through the signature, moderate scattered creases, and a few small edge tears. Palafox joined Zapata’s Liberation Army of the South in 1911, and by 1914 had become Zapata’s most important advisor. A highly desirable piece of correspondence between revolutionaries.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

240. Yasser Arafat Starting Bid $200

241. Yasser Arafat and Helmut Kohl

242. John Jacob Astor III

243. Abolhassan Banisadr

244. Otto von Bismarck

245. Charles Bulfinch

246. Richard E. Byrd

247. Andy Card

248. Chiang Ching-Kuo

249. Jacques Cousteau

250. George Curzon

251. Ferdinand de Lesseps

252. DNA: Watson and Crick

253. William Duer

254. Duke and Duchess of Windsor

255. Duke and Duchess of Windsor

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256. Edward, Duke of Windsor

257. Fang Lizhi

258. Carlo Gambino

259. J. Paul Getty

260. Jay Gould

261. Joseph P. Kennedy

262. Robert F. Kennedy

263. King George IV

264. King Hussein of Jordan

265. King Leopold II of Belgium

266. King William IV

267. Lee Teng-Hui and Tseng Wen-Hui

268. Gordon W. ‘Pawnee Bill’ Lillie

269. Louis Wei Tsing-sing

270. Ferdinand Marcos

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271. Mother Teresa Starting Bid $200

272. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

273. Politicians

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274. Queen Mary of Teck

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275. Queen Victoria

276. Queen Victoria

277. Anwar Sadat

278. Jonas Salk

279. Charles Sumner

280. Supreme Court: Benjamin Cardozo

281. Supreme Court: William O. Douglas

282. Supreme Court: Oliver Ellsworth

284. Edward Teller

285. Margaret Thatcher

286. Gianni Versace

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military Scarce pre-war letter from the crucial Gettysburg participant 292. John Buford.

290. P. G. T. Beauregard. Beauregard’s own handwritten copy of a letter sent to him by William T. Sherman, penned entirely in Beauregard’s own hand, two pages, lightly-lined, 7 x 8.5, August 1, 1865. In part: “Your communication of July 8th with the later note of the 12th came to me here. And I have sent both to Genl Hoffman at Washington with this Endorsement ‘Respectfully referred to Genl Hoffman’s Commanding General of Prisoners; if the boxes and trunks referred to by Genl Beauregard and contain private papers and clothing, they should be returned to him as something too small for a great Government to notice. If the contents be of sufficient importance Genl Beauregard should be notified plainly that he may know.’ Less difficulty would exist as to clothing, printed matter and articles of ordinary use and you might find it to your interest to divide your application. I see that the War Dept has made a separate Bureau of captured archives and documents with a view to collect and arrange the material and Professor Lieber is placed in charge of the Bureau. He is regarded as perfect authority on all questions arising under Treaties, conventions &c and it would be better for you to address him direct. Of course all conventions should be religiously kept, for on them are based the most sacred Rights of War and consequent Peace. I am truly yours, W. T. Sherman, Maj. Genl, U. S. Army.” Beauregard does incorporate his name into the heading, “Genl G. T. Beauregard, New Orleans.”

Intersecting folds and a bit of paper loss to one corner tip, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

291. Roy Brown. Scarce mattefinish 7 x 9.25 formal portrait of Brown in uniform, affixed to its original 10 x 14 photographer’s mount, signed in fountain pen, “A. Roy Brown.” Housed in its original presentation folder. In very good condition, with blocks of toning and creases to the mount, subtle horizontal marks near the bottom of the image due to ink transfer from a newspaper clipping laid on top, silvering to dark areas of the image, and light contrast to signature against the dark background. Accompanied by two letters of transmittal from his office, dated 1935. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 88 | January 14, 2015 | MILITARY

Union cavalry officer (1826–1863) whose troops fired the first shots at Gettysburg. He fell ill shortly thereafter, likely stricken with typhoid, and passed away before the year’s end. LS signed “Jno Buford,” one lightly-lined page, 8 x 9.75, New York City, October 4, 1857.

Letter to Colonel Jonathan Munroe. In part, “As I passed through Chicago I saw Lt. Wood sick in bed. He gave me in my charge one of your trunks which had been left on some account or other yesterday….

The day after in St. Louis I had a bilious attack which confined me to bed for 11 days…At Detroit I took the fever…which still hangs on to me.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature. Handwritten correspondence from Buford is quite uncommon and this example presents an interesting discussion of sickness and fever—of which a later instance would take his life.

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293. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain.

ALS signed “J. L. Chamberlain,” four pages, 5 x 8, Office of the Surveyor of Customs, Port of Portland letterhead, October 30, 1900. Letter to Dana Estes regarding an upcoming trip to Italy and Egypt. The main letter is one page both sides, in part: “Says by all means see the Oriental manager of ‘Thos Cook & Son’ in New York.

They are the Kings of Egypt in this day, & are absolutely reliable, & will treat me royally even if I do not patronize them. So he says. And he says ‘Use their Hotel confines etc in Cairo by all means.” Chamberlain adds two full-page handwritten postscripts, both signed “J. L. C.,” in part: “Could not we leave out Genoa & spend the time visiting Pompeii & Rome & meet the Alexandria steamer coming down from Genoa?”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds and staple holes at the top. In 1900, President William McKinley appointed Chamberlain the surveyor of customs at the port of Portland, and through the courtesy of the government he was enabled to make visits to Italy and to Egypt. It was a journey that he was very much anticipating, for he hoped that trip would offer him some relief from painful wounds he sustained in the Civil War—injuries from which he suffered. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

294. George B. Crittenden. Confeder-

ate general (1812–1880) who was defeated at the Battle of Mill Springs on January 18, 1862, the first important Confederate defeat of the war. Civil War–dated handwritten endorsement, “Approved & respectfully forwarded, G. B. Crittenden, Maj Genl,” penned on the reverse docketing panel of an ALS signed “F. Schaller, Lt Col Comdg,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, March 22, 1862. Schaller’s letter, sent to Colonel Stathem, requests more modern arms. In part: “My regiment is armed with old percussion muskets (two companies have flint-lock muskets)…furthermore, in view of the fact that the President of the Conf. States did promise to my late Colonel Enfield rifles with sword bayonets…I have the honor most respectfully to ask you to exert yourself on behalf of the better armament of my regiment.” In very good condition, with a few tiny edge tears, a few spots of dampstaining, and two large bands of toning.

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Rare document as “Acting Secretary of the Navy”—a position he never held 296. Jefferson Davis. LS signed “Jef-

fer. Davis,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, October 10, 1853. Letter to Commodore Charles Stewart, commander of the US Navy Yard in Philadelphia. In full: “It being represented to the Department by the father of John S. King, a boy on board the Cyane, that he is a Minor, and enlisted without his consent, you will discharge him on settlement of his accounts.” In fine condition. During this period Davis was serving in Franklin Pierce’s cabinet as secretary of war, but sends this letter as acting secretary of the Navy. It was in reality James Dobbin’s position, but he must have been indisposed when this was sent. A highly unusual piece. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Almost seven years after the end of the Civil War, Davis and Beauregard continue their feud 295. Jefferson Davis. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, March 4, 1872.

Letter to General Braxton Bragg. In part: “Accept my thanks for your prompt compliance with my request for information in regard to Beauregard’s misrepresentation. My impression has been that the order to you caused this application for surgeon’s certificate because my recollection is that he told you that he, as an engineer officer, was not sufficiently acquainted with matters of organization etc. to perform the duties required by the condition of the command at Tupelo, and that he would therefore devolve them upon you. Of this there would be no record, but if you have no objection to stating it, I would be glad to know if your memory is the same as my own.” On the reverse of the separated second integral page, Bragg has docketed, “Memphis, 4th March ‘72. Jeffer Davis.

Beauregard’s public writing about his relief from command of army at Tupelo.”

In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light show-through from writing on opposing sides. Accompanied by two unsigned carte-de-visite portraits of Davis.

After the Union victory at the Siege of Corinth in 1862, Davis relieved P. G. T. Beauregard of his command and appointed Bragg as his successor as commander of the Western Department, which included the Army of the Mississippi. This letter seeking Bragg’s recollections of the controversy was spurred by Beauregard’s publication of articles claiming to have been wrongly relieved of command and blaming Davis for the loss of the war. Davis and Beauregard sparred in the press for the rest of their lives, bitterly blaming each other for the South’s failure.

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“The Charlestonians are surrounding us with batteries on every point,” writes the Union general from Fort Sumter in January 1861: “If war must come let the people rise in their might and maintain the integrity of the Union” 297. Abner Doubleday. ALS signed “A. Doubleday, Capt. U. S. A.,” two pages, lightly-lined both sides, 5.25 x 8, Fort Sumter, January 6, 1861.

Letter to Major General Jesse Segoine of Auburn, Cayuga, New York. In part: “At Fort Moultrie everything had been prepared for a desperate stand but we could have done little against the powerful batteries of this Fort which would have been turned against us, in addition to an Army of at least 10000 men who would have assailed us on the land side.

Our own lives were of little consequence, but our defeat would have involved the loss of this harbor to the United States, a loss that would have been irreparable. This State still continues her aggressive actions. The Charlestonians are surrounding us with batteries on every point of land in the vicinity and are arming them with guns from the Forts they have siezed [sic]. This is done with the hope of preventing any vessel from coming to our assistance and also with a view to force us ultimately to surrender from a lack of supplies. In this I think they will be disappointed for there is no such word as surrender in Major Anderson’s composition… if war must come let the people rise in their might and maintain the integrity of the Union. That cause will carry the hearts of thousands with it even in the slave states themselves.” In good to very good condition, with moderate overall soiling and wrinkling, near-complete separations to fragile mailing folds repaired with toned tape, toned tape along the left border of each page, and three areas of ballpoint ink to the bottom of the last page. Accompanied by a carte-de-visite portrait of the commander of Fort Sumter, Robert Anderson.

Six days after South Carolina declared its secession on December 20, 1860, U. S. Major Robert Anderson surreptitiously moved his small command from the indefensible Fort Moultrie to the powerful Fort Sumter, maintaining control of the entrance to Charleston Harbor. As Anderson’s second in command, Abner Doubleday penned this letter amidst the mounting tension, surrounded

by South Carolina’s recently seized batteries and under their watchful and threatening eyes. With the exception of Sumter, South Carolina authorities seized control of all federal forts and properties within their boundaries and demanded that the U. S. Army evacuate. Resistant to surrender, they continued to hold the fort despite pressure from the growing Confederate forces (which had come to include seven states by February). Finally, on April 12th, Confederate forces fired upon Sumter; Doubleday aimed the cannon that fired the first return shot in answer to the bombardment, and the Civil War was begun. A remarkable letter of significant historical content, written from the heart of Sumter by the general who would fire the Union’s first shot. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 90 | January 14, 2015 | MILITARY

298. Andrew H. Foote. American na-

val admiral (1806–1863) who commanded the Mississippi River Squadron during the Civil War. After his promotion to rear admiral, Foote was on his way to take command of the South Atlantic Blockading Squadron when he died en route on June 26, 1863. Wardated ALS signed “A. H. Foote,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, September 10, 1862. Letter to Walter S. Griffith. In part: “Your kind letter of the 9th instant specifying the time, place and arrangements for the presentation of the sword with which my friends in Brooklyn propose honoring me has been received.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Exceedingly rare special orders by the first general killed in the Civil War 299. Robert S. Garnett. Confederate

officer (1819–1961) who was the first general killed in the Civil War, shot while leading a retreat after a loss at the Battle of Rich Mountain. Rare manuscript DS, signed “R. S. Garnett,” one page, 7.75 x 6.5, Richmond, Virginia, May 4, 1861. Special Orders No. 21 issued by Garnett, in part: “Private Robert J. Kelly of the Howitzer Companie & Private John McKenna of the Richmond Grays will report to Lieut: Col: R. H. Chilton, Va. Volunteers at Richmond, Va., for duty upon the General Recruiting Service.” Affixed at the top of a document regarding a payment to Kelly. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

300. Gettysburg. Civil War–dated manuscript muster roll, signed “Chapman Biddle, Col. 121st P. V.,” one page both sides, 23 x 21, June 30, 1863. A document for the 121st Regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers covering the period from April 30 through June 30, 1863, listing a detailed record of the force’s movements throughout the time period, in part: “May 2d…Left Pollock’s Mill and march to Chancellorsville & take position on Right…June 30th…[March from] Emmittsburg to Monity Tavern.” A further note adds: “The regt was marched immediately after muster to Marsh Creek Pa. Went on picket on July 1, 1863 to Gettysburg; went at once into action where Lieut. Funk was wounded & subsequently taken to hospital.” The document also describes the unit’s arms as “Excellent—Springfield rifled musket cal. 58 Jenks’ contract.”

The opposing side lists the names of the soldiers in the 121st Regiment, their service information, and additional remarks. Fragile intersecting folds with several tape-repaired full separations (one passing through Biddle’s signature), scattered stains, and small areas of paper loss, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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301. Gettysburg.

War-dated ALS signed “D. A. Buehler,” three pages, lightly-lined on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, October 21, 1863. Letter to Surgeon Henry James of Camp Letterman concerning reimbursement for damages to the local school while it was being used as a hospital after the Battle of Gettysburg.

In part: “Capt. Blood is adjusting some damages to the furniture of the school buildings of ‘Gettysburg School District’ during its recent occupation for Hospital purposes by U. States, and today requested me to procure from you a certificate that the building was so used. Although…the repairs have been made under his direction, it seems that a surgeon’s certificate is necessary to accompany the vouchers. Will you do us the favor to send us…the necessary certificate…the building was taken possession of on the 1st of July and continued in use until…about the last of August…first by Dr. Tate and then by Dr. Rulison of the cavalry…I do not recollect the precise date of its vacation.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. David A. Buehler served as secretary of the Gettysburg school district from 1852 to 1867. The Union Public School had nearly 400 students enrolled at the time of the battle, and were displaced from July through September while over 60 wounded Union cavalrymen were cared for there. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

303. Henry W. Halleck.

302. Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich. Grandson of Nicholas I who served in World War I as commander-in-chief of the Russian armies on the main front before commanding troops in the Caucasus (1856–1929). Scarce matte-finish 8.5 x 11 photo of Nikolaevich in uniform with a sword at his waist, boldly signed in Cyrillic in black ink, and dated 1927. In fine condition, with wrinkling to wide borders from adhesive remnants to reverse and a few marks and notations to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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War-dated ALS signed “H. W. Halleck,” one page, 5.25 x 8, Head Quarters, Department of the Missouri letterhead, February 24, 1862. In full (translated): “If it be thought that the present arrangement is best for the public service I have nothing to say.

I have done my duty in making the suggestions, and leave it to my superiors to adopt or reject them.”

In very good condition, with intersecting folds with a tape-repaired partial separation and toning along the vertical fold and creases to the bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Lengthy battlefield recollection: “Here we were sharply engaged for some hours before Hill made his attack & my men were deployed”

304. Wade Hampton. Confederate military officer and politician (1818–1902) who replaced J. E. B. Stuart as Lee’s Chief of Cavalry following Stuart’s death on the battlefield. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, May 17, 1887. Letter to General F. A. Walker thanking him for sending his History of the Second Army Corps in the Army of the Potomac, and pointing out a couple of errors. In part: “My Div’n crossed at Malone’s Bridge. When we first struck the enemy, & the other Div’n crossed the Rowanty by the Bridge on the Halifax Road, both concentrating at Malone’s Station. Here we were sharply engaged for some hours before Hill made his attack & my men were deployed, dismounted, on both sides of the R.R. Hill’s first assault was repulsed, & when I saw him forming for a second one, I moved my whole force to the right, or east of the R.R., my left resting on it, & as the inf’try attacked your front line, I struck that portion where you have, in your map, placed Gibbon. The cav. unaided took this line & when it intersected the R.R. my men joined McGowan’s who were on the west of the Road…I have spoken to some of my officers, who were present, & to Gen. McGowan, who is now here, & they all concur in my opinion on this point. There were a few rifle-pits covering your front, but they were at quite a distance from the R.R…That night…Gen Lee recalled me, & I reached White’s Tavern, early on the 15th just after Gen Chambliss—who commanded a Brig. in W.H.F. Lee’s Div’n—was killed. I at once ordered the 1st & 2nd N.C. cav. of Lee’s other Brig. to dismount & attack. This they did with spirit driving the enemy across White Oak creek, & taking prisoners from four Inf’try Regts.” In fine condition, with faint edge toning to all pages. Reliving heated moments of battle, Hampton pens a vividly detailed recollection of his major victory during the Second Battle of Ream’s Station in 1864. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

305. Joseph Hooker. ALS signed “J. Hooker, Asst. Adj. Gnl., U.S.A.,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, December 29, 1851. Letter to Adjutant General of the Army Roger Jones. In part: “I request that I may be furnished with a copy of the proceedings of a General Court Martial commenced in this place…I was not furnished with a copy of the order until after the departure of the steamer of the 15th.” Overall wrinkling and light show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“All the troops we can get are needed here”—Hood’s urgent plea after losing Nashville 306. John Bell Hood. Confederate

general (1831–1879) known for his recklessness who commanded forces at important battles including Second Bull Run, Antietam, and Gettysburg. Very rare war-dated handwritten telegram, signed “J. B. Hood, Genl.,” one page, 7.5 x 4, near Nashville, December 19, 1864. Telegram to General P. G. T. Beauregard. In full: “Can Bakers brigad[e] of this army now at Mobile be ret[urned] all the troops we can get are needed here. I would be glad to know the news from the Sherman C…hear nothing here.” In very good condition, with paper loss to right edge affecting several words of text, uniform fragile toning, three vertical folds, and scattered creases. Hood had just suffered a decisive defeat in the Battle of Nashville at the hand of his former West Point instructor, Union General George H. Thomas, on December 15 and 16. It was one of the greatest Union victories of the war, devastating Hood’s army and effectively ending his career. Although Hood blamed the debacle on his subordinates, he resigned a few weeks later and never reassigned to a field command. Hood is scarce in general, as are rebel telegrams—particularly those of such great historical significance. A truly outstanding piece of correspondence between important Confederate officers. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Distinguished Brady carte-de-visite 307. Andrew A. Humphreys.

Union general and chief engineer of the US Army (1810– 1883). Highly desirable 2.25 x 4 cartede-visite bust portrait of Humphreys in uniform, signed below the vignette image in black ink, “A. A. Humphreys, Maj. Genl.” Published by M. B. Brady & Co. A pencil notation in the lower border reads, “Enlarge 1 1/4 inch from chin to top of head,” undoubtedly written during the period when this image was used for publication. Scattered soiling to edges and trivial chipping to corner tips, otherwise fine condition. A pencil notation to the reverse notes that this is from the collection of ‘John B. Batchelder.’ In Humphrey’s distinguished service during the Civil War, he commanded troops at Antietam, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

‘Stonewall’ forwards an order two weeks before his death on the battlefield 308. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson. Civil War–dated ink endorse-

ment signature as lieutenant general, “T. J. Jackson,” at the conclusion of a concise manuscript document headed “Hd Qrs 2d Army Corps,” one page, 3.25 x 2, April 21, 1863, in full: “Res. forwarded & Appr’d.”

Affixed to the reverse of a 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Jackson, bearing an identification notation in the lower border. In very good condition, with moderate overall toning, soiling, and a few stains, none of which affect the unusually bold signature. Accompanied by another carte-de-visite portrait of Jackson by Lee Gallery of Richmond, also bearing an identification notation in the lower border. This note dates to just eight days before the Battle of Chancellorsville commenced, during which Jackson was mortally wounded. On the evening of May 2, while leading his men back to camp, he and his troops were mistaken for a Union cavalry force and fired on by the 18th North Carolina. Hit by three bullets, Jackson’s arm had to be amputated; he soon contracted pneumonia and died from complications on May 10. In addition to the late date of this endorsed document, the accompanying carte-de-visite is quite notable as it is Jackson’s last portrait, taken at Spotsylvania County farm on April 26, 1863. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Before he was ‘Stonewall,’ the West Point cadet enjoys “very fine music by the band. Among the tunes was Hail Columbia & Star Spangled Banner” 309. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson.

Early ALS signed “T. J. J.,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, January 1, 1846. Letter to his sister Laura Jackson Arnold, written from West Point. In part: “Amid the scenes of mirth & joy by which I am now surrounded I grasp my pen to announce to you the reception of your heart churning letter with it came feelings of joy which are more easy felt by the heart than expressed by the tongue or pen. Among the items of your letter I observed an improvement of your health & an accession to your family both of which are as agreeable to me as to yourself. I look with joyful anticipation to that day which I will have the pleasure of verbal instead of expository conversation with you as well as all my friends. The misfortune of Uncle Cummins brought to my heart feelings of regret & sympathy which time will never be able to erase. But I sincerely trust that he may ride clear from all harm which should be the case if as I have been informed that there was false evidence against him. I have not written home since my return from furlough neither have I received one from there.

My standing at present is undecided but the examination commences to morrow the prospects are more favorable for me than they have ever been heretofore. It grieves me to think that in a short time I must be separated from amiable & meritorious friends…Last night we had very fine music by the band. Among the tunes was Hail Columbia & Star Spangled Banner. We have concerts every week by the brass band.

I could continue to wright [sic] until every line should be filled but being well satisfied that the foregoing will be as much as you could desire to read considering the hand in which it is written.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through last letter of the signature), scattered staining, and light show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise fine condition.

In 1842, Jackson was accepted to the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. Because of his inadequate schooling, he had difficulty with the entrance examinations and began his studies at the bottom of his class. Displaying a dogged determination that was to characterize his life, however, he became one of the hardest working cadets in the academy, and moved steadily up the academic rankings; he graduated 17th out of 59 students in the Class of 1846. Jackson had a very close relationship with his sister, who was just two years younger, up until the beginning of the Civil War; as the war loomed, Laura Jackson Arnold became a staunch unionist and broke away from the family. Both Thomas and Laura were raised by the “Uncle Cummins” mentioned in the letter, who had gotten into some legal trouble. He had discovered a vein of silver near his property in 1844 and began to counterfeit half-dollar coins of lead with a thin coat of silver; after several months, a federal grand jury indicted him for forgery and 26 counts of counterfeiting. A wonderful and historically important letter from Jackson’s time at West Point. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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“He had no aid or sympathy from honorable men of the South—They are not assassins and not the allies of assassins”

310. Edward Johnson. Confederate general (1816–1873) who opted against attacking Culp’s Hill at the Battle of Gettysburg, a decision frequently blamed for the loss of this decisive battle. Exceptional Civil War–dated ALS signed “Edw. Johnson, Maj. Gl. CSA,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 9.75, April 17, 1865.

Letter to his cousin, Emily Barton Brune, regarding the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, written while being held as a prisoner of war at Fort Warren in Boston. In part: “I know that the recent events that have transpired in Va. and in Wash’n must have affected you as they have done us…heartfelt gratitude for your sympathy and your kindness in my misfortune…yr father, mother & sister who have been surrounded by such awful & trying events…I room in what is called a casemate in military parlance, a sort of subterranean abode, built of very solid masonry, but not shut out from the light of sun…I no doubt occupy the apartments formerly occupied by your friends…exercise at all hours of the day…We have all been shocked by the terrible tragedy recently perpetrated in Wash’n, and

all of us deeply and sincerely deplore it. Nothing at this time could have been more unfortunate for our unhappy country. All honorable men must feel as we do about this assassination. It must have originated in the brain of the perpetrator. I feel confident that he had no aid or sympathy from honorable men of the South—They are not assassins and not the allies of assassins.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Johnson was called to give testimony at the assassination trial six weeks later on May 30, 1865, where he was questioned about the conspiracy by Mary Surrat’s counsel and by Judge Advocate John A. Bingham. He swore that he did not know John Wilkes Booth, and had never heard of any assassination conspiracy. On the same date of this letter, Johnson and several other imprisoned Confederate officers wrote a letter to General U. S. Grant expressing the same sentiments on the death of the Union’s president. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“We have all been shocked by the terrible tragedy recently perpetrated in Wash’n, and all of us deeply and sincerely deplore it”

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Twenty years after the Civil War, Johnston notes General Longstreet’s order book of the Battle of Seven Pines “contradicts my report of the battle” 311. Joseph E. Johnston. ALS signed “J. E. Johnston,” two pages, 5.5 x 9, January 7, 1885. Letter to Major Robert Stiles. In part: “As to the report of the battle of 7 Pines by Longstreet—R. Jones and I had an earnest conversation on the subject, I claiming that the book purporting to be Genl L.’s order book was not authority against the report received by me and urging him to accept the latter as the official one, as I offered it. He refused—but consented to let the report made to me, be deposited near or by the order book. This was after 1878. As this paper was not accepted as official, I now claim it for use. It is of interest to me—because the copy in the order book has an interpolation which contradicts my report of the battle, in all items taken from Longstreet’s report to me—The only official one.” On the reverse, Stiles has docketed the letter, as well as penning a one-page ALS to a Mr. Jones, which reads, “You see how strong Genl Johnston’s impression is that he had left with you this ‘official’ Report. Please write to me a letter responding to this point, that I may forward it to him. I understand your memory is distinct to the contrary of this. If possible give details which may tend to refresh Genl Johnston’s memory, if it be his which is in default & oblige.” In fine condition, with a complete separation to hinge, and mild toning to edges. Accompanied by two unsigned carte-de-visite portraits of Johnston. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

312. William E. Jones. Confederate cavalry general (1824–1864), killed while

leading a charge against a superior attacking force at the Battle of Piedmont. Civil War–dated ALS signed “W. E. Jones, Brig Genl Comdg,” one page, 10.75 x 8, Dublin, Virginia, May 18, 1864. Letter giving orders to obtain supplies. In part: “Capt. Isaac Shelby for Capt Coussy…is hereby ordered to take immediate steps for use of troops of this department in the state of North Carolina both by purchase or impressment if necessary and by exchange for salt, coffee, sugar, tobacco, and other articles…

He will call on Major Crutchfield, Chief QM for all transportation necessary, who is hereby ordered to furnish same without delay.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a few small edge separations, and show-through from docketing to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

313. Marquis de Lafayette. LS in French, signed “Lafayette,” one page, 7.25 x 8.5, May 6, 1829.

An intriguing letter regarding an exiled friend. In part (translated): “I would not allow myself to add a new note to the one that the Minister of Foreign Affairs has been willing to receive, should not I have at this time the duty to comply as a simple messenger. General Corrijos, whom, after having lived for some time in Alencon is now in England, has given me the responsibility to hand in to the Minister the report…He will find in it a very clear account of the facts and rights upon which about fifty Spanish officers founded their complaints. I do not doubt that justice will be dispensed to them by the Minister; and I would like very much that the answer from the French Minister of Justice, while in interim, will sort this affair out, that is valued as much, it seems to me, to our French honor, than the one of the claimants.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and two tiny holes to upper corners. This letter presumably misspells the surname of Jose Maria de Torrijos y Uriarte as “Corrijos.” Also known as ‘General Torrijos,’ he was a Spanish military officer who first distinguished himself in the popular uprisings against Napoleon’s invasion in 1808. He continued in revolutionary activities until 1823, when a French invasion forced him to surrender his post at Cartagena and live in exile. He first traveled to France, where he met and befriended Lafayette, staying only five months before leaving for London due to Louis XVIII’s hostility to the Spanish liberals. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Signed during the French Revolution, shortly before his resignation 314. Marquis de Lafayette. War-

dated vellum manuscript DS, signed “Lafayette,” one page, 14.25 x 9.25, October 5, 1791.

Untranslated official military document, signed by Lafayette as commander of the French National Guard. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), significant foxing along the left edge, and a clipped lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. The National Guard was a militia separate from the French Army and existed both for policing and as a military reserve, established in 1789 with Lafayette in command.

However, by the time he signed this document Lafayette was beginning to lose control and respect among his troops, and he opted to resign just two weeks later on October 18. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

316. Robert E. Lee. Ink signature, “R. E. Lee,” on an off-

white 3.25 x 2 card, mounted to a mat also featuring an ALS from his son George Washington Custis Lee, signed “G. W. C. Lee,” dated May 10, 1871, in part: “Although having but few of my father’s autographs left I send you one of them in accordance with your request.” An original pencil sketch of Lee is also drawn on the mat above the affixed signature. Framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 12.5. In very good condition, with irregular staining affecting the overall appearance. A highly desirable Civil War autograph with excellent direct familial provenance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare handwritten and signed check as West Point’s superintendent

315. Robert E. Lee. Scarce and extremely desirable handwritten check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lee, “R. E. Lee,” payable to “Cash—B—Farmers Bank of Va” for $32.50, July 5, 1854. Lee adds further information at the top, “West Point, N. Y., Cash—Bank of the Old Dominion at Alexandria.” Several vertical folds, light creases and soiling, noticeable wrinkling to signature area adhesive remnants on reverse, and an expected cancellation cut and notation to body, otherwise very good condition. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Lee. After distinguishing himself in the Mexican-American War, Lee reluctantly accepted an appointment as superintendent of the Military Academy at West Point in 1852, where he remained for three years. During this time he managed his affairs from afar, banking in his boyhood home of Alexandria with the Bank of the Old Dominion and Farmers Bank of Virginia, both of which would close during the Civil War. An extraordinarily desirable autograph prewar piece from the important Confederate leader. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Early Mississippi River engineering document, certified by his daughter 317. Robert E. Lee. Partial self-contained

partly-printed DS, signed “R. E. Lee, Capt.

Engrs.,” one page, 8 x 2.75, no date but circa June 1839. Lee certifies the necessity and receipt of supplies for the “Improvement of the Mississippi, above the Mouth of the Ohio.” The reverse is filled out in another hand with the purchase order, submitted to the firm Kingslands & Lightner and dated June 1, 1839, for “2 Bars Iron—332 lbs @ 9¢, for repairing grappling irons,” totaling $29.88. This was clipped from the top of a larger document by Lee’s eldest daughter, Mary Custis Lee, to give as a gift to family friend Mary Mason Anderson, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “For dear little ‘Mary Mason,’ from Mary Custis Lee, June 15, 1915.”

In fine condition, with light toning and expected document wear. Mary Mason Anderson was the granddaughter of Joseph Reid Anderson, an iron manufacturer and Confederate army officer, whose Tredegar Iron Company was the largest producer of munitions, cannon, railroad iron, steam engines, and other ordnance for the Confederacy—perhaps it was this ironworks association that inspired Mary Custis Lee to present this specific autograph of her father. At the time he signed this, Lee was a decade removed from graduating West Point as a lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers. Between 1837 and 1842, he supervised the development of St. Louis harbor and the upper Mississippi and Missouri rivers, ultimately earning a promotion to captain for his work there. A highly desirable document in both its early date and direct family provenance.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“The Army of Northern Virginia is no more!!!”

318. Robert E. Lee’s Surrender. War-dated autograph telegram, signed “Loring,”

two pages, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 10, April 10, 1865. Colonel Charles G. Loring transcribes the telegram sent by the “Head Quarters Armies U. S. Appomattox C. H. April 9th. 1865,” to transmit to Bvt. Major General Orlando B. Wilcox. In full: “Genl Lee this afternoon surrendered his entire army to Lieut Genl Grant; officers and privates to retain private horses, arms, and baggage; officers and men to be permitted to return to their homes, but not be disturbed by the U. S. authorities as long as they observe the laws where they reside; all public property to be turned over to Ordinance and Quartermaster Departments. Remnants of Lee’s army surrendered is about 30,000. April 10. Surrender is completed this morning; munitions of war, etc. turned over to the U. S. and Genl Grant leaves for City Point at eleven o’clk this morning. The Army of Northern Virginia is no more!!!” The transcript was subsequently made official by the endorsement of Brigadier General Lewis Richmond at the conclusion. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with tape-repaired partial edge separations, and scattered foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

319. Benjamin Lincoln. Major general in the Continental Army (1733-1810) during

the American Revolutionary War, known as the officer who formally accepted the British surrender at Yorktown. Choice partly-printed DS, signed “B. Lincoln,” one page, 9.5 x 5, October 20, 1804. Lincoln signs off on an import “from Bordeaux one Cask of Wine numbered and marked as per margin, containing Fifty Six Gallons.” In fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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320. Benjamin Lincoln. Revolutionary War–dated dated LS signed “B. Lincoln,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25,

March 4, 1783. Letter to General Huntington written just before the official end of the war. In part: “I have called on the Pay Master respecting the Months pay to those officers of your Line who received each twenty pounds at York Town Virginia…Mr. Morris adheres to his former determination and I see little reason to suppose he will depart from it however if on your father’s conversation he should give up the matter you will receive early Notice of it.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), partial tape-repaired separations to folds, light foxing and toning, and significant chipping to edges (not affecting any words). Lincoln had received the British surrender at Yorktown on October 18, 1781, after which negotiations began to end the war. However, they remained engaged in conflict and the war did not officially end until the signing of the Treaty of Paris on September 3, 1783. A desirable war-dated letter with a Yorktown association. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

321. James Longstreet.

ALS, one page, lightlylined both sides, 5.5 x 9, Piedmont Hotel letterhead, June 1, 1880. Letter to Senator L. Q. C. Lamar, who would later serve on the Supreme Court. In full: “The papers report opposition to my confirmation in your Honorable Senate. I desire to say that any charges that may be brought against me, save that I am an honorable Republican are false and I can so prove them and those who make them know them to be false. Otherwise they would long ago have made them before a civil tribunal. You are reported, by the papers, as favorable to the confirmation. It is therefore due you that I should make this assurance.”

Small separations along fragile horizontal folds, uniform toning, scattered creases and wrinkles, and pencil notations to back, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Choice 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Meade, boldly signed below the vignette image in black ink, “Geo. G. Meade, Maj Gen’l USA.” Published by Wenderoth, Taylor & Brown of Philadelphia. In fine to very fine condition, with a couple trivial surface marks and slight irregular ink adhesion to his rank. An exceptional, crisp portrait of the Union general.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

323. Daniel Morgan. American pioneer, soldier, and congressman from Virginia

considered one of the most gifted battlefield tacticians of the Revolutionary War (1736–1802). Manuscript DS, signed “Dan’l Morgan,” one page, 5.75 x 5.75, January 4, 1800. A promissory note from another party, in part: “For Value received I Promise to pay Gen’l Daniel Morgan one hundred pounds on or before the 30th day of April next.” Morgan certifies receipt of the payment at the conclusion, writing, “I have been Honorably paid the above sum of one hundred pounds.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through the first letter of the signature), show-through from docketing to reverse, and paper loss to the right edge from seal removal. Accompanied by an unsigned mounted portrait.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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322. George G. Meade.

324. Revolutionary War. De-

sirable collection of ink signatures of five figures of the American Revolution on individual off-white slips, including: Jonathan Trumbull, Ebenezer Huntington, Benjamin Huntington, Jeremiah Wadsworth, and Joseph Spencer. In overall very good to fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

326. Erwin Rommel. World War II–dated DS in German, signed in

325. JeanBaptiste de Rochambeau.

French military officer (1725– 1807) who made a substantial contribution to the American Revolution, including a leading role in the defeat of Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781.

Manuscript DS in French, signed “de Vimeur Rochambeau,” one page, 9 x 14, October 4, 1791.

Untranslated document concerning the 78th regiment of infantry, approved at the conclusion by Rochambeau. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and expected document wear. After returning to France, Rochambeau led troops in the French Revolution, which began in 1789. In late 1791 he would be made a marshal of France and given command of the northern armies, but would resign shortly thereafter due to illness. A highly desirable war-dated piece from Rochambeau’s second revolution. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

pencil, “Rommel,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, October 2, 1941. Untranslated document awarding the War Merit Cross Second Class to three men. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Rommel had recently been placed in command of Panzer Group Africa, which was established on August 15, 1941, and was participating in the failed Siege of Tobruk. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

327. Winfield Scott. Exceptional 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait

of Scott seated with his sabre by his side, signed on the reverse in bold black ink, “Winfield Scott, 1863.” An ink signature of Scott on an off-white clipped slip is also affixed to the carte-de-visite mount below the image. Published by Chas. D. Fredericks & Co. with a statement printed on the reverse that states this portrait is preeminently recognized as the best portrait of the ‘Great American Military Chieftain.’ In fine condition, with a discolored area to the background of the image.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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328. William T. Sherman. Partly-printed pass for the

Grand Review of the Armies, 5 x 4.75, filled out and signed in pencil by Sherman, “W. T. Sherman, Maj. Gen’l.” In full: “Admit Gen’l Butterfield and party to the Head-Quarters Platform, Lafayette Square, May 23d and 24th, 1865.” A central horizontal fold, overall wrinkling, and toned tape remnants to corners, otherwise fine condition. In celebration of the Civil War’s conclusion just two weeks earlier, the ‘Grand Review’ was the triumphant parade of troops down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House reviewing stands at Lafayette Square. General Butterfield was a recipient of the Medal of Honor and credited as the composer of ‘Taps.’ An excellent association piece from the immediate aftermath of the war.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“A pretty, perky young miss has been in waiting…

I will be married in just seven hours” 329. William T. Sherman.

ALS signed “Sherman,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 9.75, May 1, 1850. Letter to Lieutenant Edward O. C. Ord. In part: “We have hoped till now that you might be present at the wedding (now near at hand) but the rect of yr letter of the 13th forbids all hope. H Brown, Harder, Carter of the Navy & Tom Ewing are my assistants, and a pretty, perky young miss has been in waiting…I will be married in just seven hours from this time, and had no time for thought or reflection…With this I leave a Signet ring which I had engraved for you and had hoped to achieve in person, but from that we shall pass each other and meet again long hence if ever. I shall go west via New York, Buffalo, & Sandusky and would now write to you to try and meet me, could I have any certainty in my letter finding you, but I’ll trust to fate to meet you somewhere before you depart for the west.” Reverse of second integral page is addressed by Sherman to Ord. Intersecting folds with a couple small edge separations, light toning, and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. After his father passed away when he was nine, Sherman went to live with a family friend, Thomas Ewing. On the day he wrote this letter, he married Ewing’s daughter, Eleanor Boyle Ewing, in a Washington ceremony attended

by President Zachary Taylor and other political luminaries. The recipient, Edward Ord, was Sherman’s roommate at West Point and was later instrumental in forcing the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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330. William T. Sherman. ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, General,” three pages on two adjoining lightly-lined sheets, 5 x 8, Headquarters, Army of the United States letterhead, October 12, 1878. Letter to Dr. Bertolet, the acting assistant surgeon of the US Army. In part: “When I was in Santa Fe you gave me a bottle of Cough Mixture two or three tastes of which completely stopped my cough…Now my object is to obtain the Prescription in such form that it can be prepared by any apothecary. The bottle is marked ‘Dr. Bertolet No. 85, Aug. 28, 1878-Cough Mixture for General Sherman.’ If you will send me this, you will place me under additional obligation.” Small edge separations to horizontal mailing folds, and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Sherman’s hand, and two unsigned carte-de-visite portraits, one of Sherman and his generals and one of Bertolet. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

331. Adam J. Slemmer. US Army officer (1828–1868) who served in the Seminole

Wars and Civil War, as well as in the Old West. Partly-printed DS, signed “A. J. Slemmer, Brig. Gen. U.S.A.,” one page, 17 x 11, August 2, 1864. Provision and pay document covering the month of July 1864, in which Slemmer submits the earnings of himself and three servants, clothing for the three servants, and cost of subsistence, totaling $291.30 all together. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Hoping to “avert the impending ruin & save the Country” 333. Edwin M. Stanton.

332. Henry James Sparks. British fighter pilot shot down

by Baron von Richthofen in 1918 and taken as a prisoner of war. Oval matte-finish 3.75 x 5.25 photo of Sparks in uniform, affixed to its original 8 x 11 W. Wedlake photographer’s mount, neatly signed in black ink, “Yours very sincerely, H. J. Sparks, Lt., KRRC & Royal Air Force.” In fine condition, with trivial chipping to lower corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Fantastic ALS, one page, 5.25 x 9.25, January 5, 1861.

Letter to Lieutenant George L. Campbell. In part: “I am fully sensible of the dangers that beset us on all lives and threaten the existence of this Government. I trust you need no assurance that every thing on my part within my power will be done to avert the impending ruin & save the Country. I have firm faith that we shall pass through these troubles; and that with patience, forbearance, and resolution, peace & harmony will be returned.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light brushing to ink in a few words. At this time, Stanton was serving as attorney general in the Buchanan administration before becoming secretary of war under Lincoln in 1862. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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334. Adam Stephen. Scottish-born doctor and military officer (1718–1791)

who served under George Washington during the French and Indian War and American Revolution. Manuscript DS, one page, 7 x 4.25, January 4, 1755.

A pay order sent to Stephen, signed at the conclusion by Carolus Gresham de Splittdorff, in part: “Pay Carlyle & Dallas on their order Eleven pounds two shillings & two pence value rec’d of them—& place the same to the discharge of my pay.” Endorsed at the conclusion by Stephen, “Accept, the above order as pay money of the Virginia Forces.” In very good condition, with separations to intersecting folds repaired with silking to reverse, subtle foxing, and toned tape remnants to lower left. Splittdorff was killed during the French and Indian War in Braddock’s defeat in the summer of 1755, in what was considered one of the most disastrous defeats for the British in the 18th century. An intriguing association from colonial America. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

336. Alexander Stephens. ALS

335. Alexander Stephens. Vice President of the Confederacy (1812–1883) under Jefferson Davis. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, Liberty Hall, Crawfordville, Georgia, June 14, 1870. Letter to Julius L. Brown of Cambridge, Massachusetts. In part: “Your enclosed photograph was received several days ago but I have not been able to answer it soon. I have had a severe attack and am still suffering.

I now write in pain. I think the likeness a good one but in execution the artistic skill is not good.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one through a single letter of signature), partial separation to hinge, and a couple light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

signed “Alexander H. Stephens, Chairman,” one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 8, House of Representatives letterhead, May 2, 1878. Letter to Dr. Henry Richard Linderman, director of the US Mint. In part: “We should ask to have Mr. Pollack Superintendent of the Mint at Philad— before the Committee on Coinage, Weights & Measures on Monday.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, a few tack holes (affecting one word), and a tear to the top edge. Accompanied by a Confederate $20 bill from 1864, depicting Stephens in the lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

337. Alexander Stephens. ANS signed “Alexander H. Stephens,” on the reverse of Stephens’s personal calling card engraved with his name and title as a congressman of Georgia, 3.25 x 2, no date. A note to the postmaster of the House with directions on where to send his mail.

In very good condition, with a significant vertical crease, small edge tear, and corner tip dings. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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338. David E. Twiggs. Officer dismissed from the US Army for ‘treachery to the flag of his country’ after surrendering his command in Texas to the Confederacy; he subsequently accepted a commission as a major general in the CSA. Civil War–dated LS signed “D. E. Twiggs, Major Genl, Comg,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, Confederate States of America letterhead, New Orleans, June 30, 1861. Letter to the governor of Louisiana, Thomas Overton Moore. In part: “Concerning the fortifications proposed by a committee of the City Council, I would state that no plan of fortifications will be approved or sanctioned by me except such as may be prepared or approved by the Engineer officers of the Confederate Army.” One small edge separation and light scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Twiggs had been appointed to command the Confederate Department of Louisiana, but because of his advanced age and poor health he was not able to pursue an active command. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

339. Union Army. Civil

War–dated manuscript field orders, signed “A. M. Van Dyke, Asst Adj Genl,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, Head-Quarters Department and Army of the Tennessee letterhead, April 13, 1865. Special Field Orders No. 91 issued

by Major General O. O. Howard. In part: “Maj. Gen. John A. Logan…will move at 4 o’clock a.m. tomorrow to and beyond Raleigh…

Maj. Gen. F. P. Blair…will lay his Pontoon Bridges and move tomorrow morning at an early hour passing through Raleigh.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. Dated four days after Lee’s surrender at the Appomattox Courthouse and four days before Joseph E. Johnston began negotiating the terms for his surrender, this is among the last ‘Field Orders’ that the Union Army would receive. Starting Bid $200

“Official intelligence has been received of the death, by assassination, of the President of the United States” 340. Union Army: Lincoln Assassination. Historically important war-dated manuscript general orders, two pages, lightlylined, 7.75 x 9.75, April 16, 1865. A fair copy of General Orders No. 15 issued by Major General George G. Meade, announcing the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. In part: “The Major General commanding announces to the Army that official intelligence has been received of the death, by assassination, of the President of the United States. The President died at 7.22 on the morning of the 15th instant. To this Army this announcement will be received with profound sorrow and deep horror and indignation. The President, by the active interest he ever took in the welfare of this Army, and by his presence in frequent visits, especially during the recent operations had particularly endeared himself to both officers and soldiers, all of whom regarded him as a generous friend.” Light scattered staining and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

341. Joseph Wheeler. Confederate major general (1836–1906), known as ‘Fightin’ Joe,’ who led his troops in vigorous opposition to Sherman during the Atlanta campaign.

AQS, signed “Joseph Wheeler,” on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet, dated September 13.

Wheeler writes: “The teachings of American mothers to their sons that their highest honor, and greatest privilege is to fight is to fight [sic] for country its safety, honor, and prestige has done more than all else to raise this republic to the grand position it holds among the nations of the earth.” In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. A poignant and patriotic quote from the hard-driving officer, who would serve the Confederacy for the duration of the war, and would later rejoin the US Army serving with distinction at the turn of the century. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 105

World War II propaganda posters

342. World War II Group Lot. Starting Bid $200

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348. World War II Group Lot. Starting Bid $200

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351. Edward Bates

352. Omar Bradley

353. Benjamin Butler

354. Benjamin Butler

355. Luigi Palma di Cesnola

356. Vasily Chuikov

357. Enola Gay

358. Enola Gay

359. David G. Farragut

360. Ferdinand Foch

361. John C. Fremont Starting Bid $200

362. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal

365. George B. McClellan

366. Irwin McDowell

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363. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal Starting Bid $200

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367. George G. Meade

368. Wesley Merritt

369. Nelson A. Miles

370. Edwin D. Morgan

371. John Pope

372. David D. Porter

373. David D. Porter

374. David D. Porter

375. Hyman Rickover

376. William S. Rosecrans

377. John M. Schofield

378. Philip H. Sheridan

379. George H. Thomas

380. Lew Wallace

381. Henry Watterson

382. James Wilkinson

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aviation Extraordinary image of Earhart and her vanished plane 385. Amelia Earhart. Superb pearl-finish 10 x 8 photo of Earhart posing with her Lockheed Electra 10E Special, signed in fountain pen. Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges.

This plane, registered as NR16020 as seen on the tail, was the plane that Earhart was flying when she disappeared while attempting to circumnavigate the globe. A rare image depicting the aviatrix and her notorious plane in full view. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

386. Charles Lindbergh. DS, signed “C. A. Lindbergh,” one page, 8.5 x 7, October 21, 1954. A standard rental agreement from Aladdin Drivurself System, Inc., in which Lindbergh rents “Car No. 309,” a “Chev. Spt. Cpe.” Document also bears Lindbergh’s address in Darien, Connecticut, in a box on the right. Scattered foxing, toning, and other expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

387. Orville Wright. Fantastic postal cover, 6.5 x 3.5, postmarked at Kitty Hawk on December 17, 1934, the 31st anniversary of the Wright Brothers’ historic first flight, signed in fountain pen, “Orville Wright.” Also postmarked twice on the reverse on the same day, once again at Kitty Hawk and once in their hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Reverse is also signed in fountain pen by the postmasters of the respective cities, “H. M. Baum” and “L. C. Weimer.”

Baum also penned his return address on the front of the cover. In fine condition, with stray ink blots to left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Iconic image of man’s first flight—Kitty Hawk, December 17, 1903 388. Orville Wright. Supremely desirable 5 x 3.75 card-

stock photo of man’s first flight at Kitty Hawk on December 17, 1903, nicely signed at the bottom in fountain pen. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 10.5. In fine condition. A great example of one of aviation’s most soughtafter signed photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Extremely scarce portrait with an immaculate signature 389. Wilbur Wright. Fantastic matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of the pioneer of flight, signed in the lower border in extremely bold black ink, “Yours truly, Wilbur Wright.” The reverse bears text printed in French, including: “Comptoir Photographique de l’Ouest Le Mans.” In fine condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image. Le Mans was a central location in the Wrights’ experience in France in 1908. It was where Wilbur went to perform a series of flights that would prove his plane’s capabilities, and during these tests he repeatedly broke his own speed and endurance records. Signed photos of the elder Wright are extremely scarce, given his early death from typhoid fever in 1912. Examples as fine as this, with a crystal-clear image and impeccable signature, are highly sought-after and very rarely seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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392. Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin. German

390. Orville Wright. Commemorative postal cover, 6 x 3.5, postmarked at Dayton, Ohio, on December 17, 1928, signed in the upper left in fountain pen, “Orville Wright.”

A stamped cachet to the left side reads: “In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the first aeroplane flight by Wilbur & Orville Wright. Compliments, Dayton Chamber Commerce.” In fine condition, with mild creases and soiling.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

engineer (1838– 1917) who designed the famous rigid airship that bears his name.

Distinguished 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photo of the famed engineer in profile, signed in black ink, “ G. F. Zeppelin, 1916.” In fine condition, with silvering to darker portions of image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Significant Zeppelin letter from World War I

391. Graf Ferdinand von Zeppelin. German engineer (1838–1917) who designed the famous rigid airship that bears his name. War-

dated ALS in German, signed “G. v. Zeppelin,” one page, 6.25 x 7.75, August 24, 1916. Letter to Charles Prince Lowenstein, apologizing for not being able to participate in some undertakings during WWI. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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space Rare collection of 1967 covers, including Givens and three moonwalkers

396. Edward Givens and Group 5 Astronauts. Collection of four postal cov-

395. John Young. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Young in his Gemini space suit, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Bill Curtis, Best Regards, John Young.” In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA label affixed to the lower right corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

ers, each postmarked at Houston or Pensacola in March–April 1967, signed in felt tip or ballpoint by pairs of astronauts from NASA Astronaut Group 5 as they went to Ellyson Field for training, including: Edward Givens and Ken Mattingly; Charlie Duke and Jim Irwin; Edgar Mitchell and Al Worden; and Vance Brand and Fred Haise. All bear lengthy collector’s notations identifying the signers. In overall fine condition.

Givens, a reluctant signer, was killed in an automobile accident on June 6, 1967, before being assigned to a prime or backup spaceflight crew, making his one of the toughest astronaut signatures to acquire. In his article ‘The Rarest of them All,’ noted collector Bob McLeod rates Givens’s signature as ‘perhaps the rarest of all NASA astronauts.’ Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

Apollo 9 Robbins medal from a moonwalker’s personal collection 397.

Apollo 9.

Flown Apollo 9 Robbins medal, approximately 1-inch diameter, with a raised design on the face of the mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts James McDivitt, Dave Scott, and Rusty Schweickart, as well as “March Images are larger than actual size 3–13, 1969” and is serial numbered “17.” Medal is accompanied by the original case, labeled “17.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 silver medallion number ‘17’ included with this letter is from my personal collection and was flown aboard Apollo 9, March 3–13, 1969. I was Command Module Pilot on Apollo 9…Each astronaut crew designed the medallions for their mission and had them produced by the Robbins Company…The medallions were carried aboard the spacecraft during the mission and returned to the crew after the mission. Apollo 9 medallion number ‘17’ included with this letter has been in my personal collection since the mission.” Starting Bid $300

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Type 1 insurance cover from Aldrin’s personal collection 398. Apollo 11. Signed

Apollo 11 ‘Type 1’ insurance cover, 6.5 x 3.5, with a printed color cachet of the moon landing and a July 20, 1969, Houston, Texas, cancellation, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin.

Cover is also marked along the reverse bottom edge, “BA26.” The cover is lightly affixed to a piece of personal letterhead signed by Buzz Aldrin, which reads, in part: “This Manned Spacecraft Center Stamp Club postal cover…is one of the ‘insurance covers’ signed by the Apollo 11 crew before our launch on July 16, 1969…The cover displayed above has been in my private collection since 1969 and has an identifier of BA26 written on the reverse side. It was signed by the Apollo 11 crew—Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and myself prior to launch.” In fine, bright condition. The famous insurance covers, produced immediately prior to space missions in order to provide financial security for astronauts’ families in case of disaster, have earned near-legendary status as the ultimate space-related philatelic item and one of the most sought-after formats for astronaut autographs. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500

“The study of the exploration of space is a fascinating subject” 400. Neil Armstrong. TLS, one

399. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Arm-

strong in his white space suit, trimmed to a size of 6 x 8.25, signed in blue felt tip. Photo is affixed to an identical size mount. In very good condition, with aforementioned trimmed edges, signature a couple shades light, and a small image of the first man on the moon postage stamp affixed to upper left. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

page, 8.5 x , personal letterhead, December 1, 1988.

Letter to Ms. Hester’s middle school class. In part: “I am very pleased to learn of your interest in the space program…

The study of the exploration of space is a fascinating subject. I hope that you will continue to learn more about it.” A small stain to the upper portion and two sets of staple holes to the top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

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401. Neil Armstrong. Russian

commemorative cover featuring an affixed 1969 postage stamp depicting Earth from outer space, 6 x 4.25, signed in the lower left in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a trivial brush to the top of one letter of the signature. A scarce format, likely signed during Armstrong’s only visit to the USSR in 1970, which helped build relations between NASA and the Soviet space program. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

403. Buzz Aldrin.

Iconic color satin-finish 16 x 20 photo of Aldrin standing on the lunar surface, with Neil Armstrong reflected in his visor, signed in black felt tip, “‘Magnificent desolation’ Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI, July 20, 1969.” In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli.

Starting Bid $200

404. Michael Collins.

402. Neil Armstrong. Choice ballpoint signature, “Neil Armstrong,

Apollo 11,” on an off-white 6 x 3.75 album page bearing a collector’s date notation of September 10, 1971, still housed within its original autograph album. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Collins posing in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Zarelli.

Starting Bid $200

405. Apollo 12. Unusual color satin-finish 13.25

x 10.5 photo of the ALSEP deployment labeled in detail, affixed to a 19.5 x 15.5 mount, signed on the mount in black felt tip by Charles Conrad, Richard Gordon, Alan Bean, and NASA administrator Thomas O. Paine. Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 22.75 x 18.75. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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Haise-certified Beta cloth from the miraculous Apollo 13 mission 406. Apollo 13. An 8 x 8 swatch of flown Beta cloth, with a 3.5˝ diameter Apollo 13 mission emblem printed in the center, flown into lunar orbit on board the Apollo 13 mission. Signed in black felt tip, “Flown to the moon on Apollo 13, Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP,” and “James Lovell, Apollo 13 Cdr—11-17 Apr. 1970.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

Rarely seen oversized American flag, “flown in lunar orbit for 6 days aboard the Apollo 15 Endeavor spaceship” 407. Apollo 15. Supremely desir-

able flown flown American flag, 11.5 x 7.75, signed and flight-certified in blue ballpoint by Commander David Scott, “This flag was flown in lunar orbit for 6 days aboard the Apollo 15 Endeavor spaceship, July 26–August 7, 1971.

Dave Scott, CDR.” In fine condition, with vertical folds through the center and near the right edge, and some light wrinkling near the edges. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the large United States flag included with this letter…is from my personal collection and flown in lunar orbit for six days aboard the CSM Endeavour during Apollo 15, July 26–August 7, 1971…After orbiting the Moon for a day in preparation for the landing, Jim Irwin and I landed the lunar module ‘Falcon’ on the Moon between Hadley Rille and the Apennine Mountains…During the three days we were on the Moon, Al Worden flew the ‘Endeavor’ solo in lunar orbit…The ‘Falcon’ remained on the lunar surface for 66 hours and 54 minutes, after which we launched and completed a direct rendezvous…and docking with the…‘Endeavor’ in lunar orbit, after which we spent two more days in lunar orbit conducting scientific experiments and photography…This large Apollo 15 US Flag has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” Flown flags are usually considerably smaller than this example, and as a flag of the United States—the first and only nation to put man on the moon—it is one of the most sought-after formats in the hobby. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500

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Apollo 15 Robbins medal made from the storied ‘1715 Spanish Plate Fleet’ silver 408. Apollo 15. Apollo 15 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.5˝ diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 15 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “Man’s Flight Through Life Is Sustained by the Power of His Knowledge” along with the July 26, 1971, launch date; July 30, 1971, moon landing date; and August 7, 1971, return date. This medal is serial numbered “143” along the rim and was not flown. Medal comes in its original case, also numbered “143.”

Images are larger than actual size Condition is mint state. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that approximately 20% of the silver contained in the Apollo 15 silver medallion number ‘143’ included with this letter was part of a [1 kg] silver ingot salvaged from the famous ‘1715 Spanish Plate Fleet’ that was destroyed by a hurricane almost 300 years ago. This ingot was carried in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK) during Apollo 15, July 26-August 7, 1971. Upon return to Earth, the Spanish silver was mixed with silver from certain Apollo 15 medallions that had been stored on Earth prior to launch to form the combined-silver Apollo 15 medallions such as #143…Prior to the mission, 304 medallions were struck [but due to weight limitations only 127 were carried on the flight]…After the mission the Robbins Company restruck the 177 medallions that had not flown and included the flown Spanish silver bar in the mix…This Apollo 15 medallion serial number ‘143’ has been in my personal collection since the mission.” Prior to Apollo 15, the entire run of medallions had been carried on each flight; but because of spacecraft weight limitations resulting from additional payload on Apollo 15 (the first extended scientific exploration of the Moon), this mission could only carry 127 on board. Though unflown in their final format, these post-mission medallions (as noted by the correct spelling of ‘Apennine’) do contain flown silver from the Spanish Plate Fleet ingot—which clocked twice as much lunar flight time as any complete medallions carried on any flight before Apollo 15—combining 300 years of adventure, from Old World sea exploration to the modern world of space exploration. Starting Bid $500

409. Dave Scott. Color 8.5

x 11 cardstock photo honoring RCA’s contributions to the Apollo program, signed in blue felt tip, “The first color TV camera on The Moon, The first remote-controlled TV camera on The Moon, The first Lunar Roving Vehicle on The Moon. Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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410. Dave Scott. Photo booklet entitled ‘Apollo 15: At Hadley Base,’

published by the NASA’s office of public affairs in 1971, 32 pages, 12 x 9, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Dave Scott, Apollo 15 CDR.” In fine condition, with some noticeable creases near the spine. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

One-of-a-kind St. Christopher statue carried to the lunar surface and a Jerusalem tile flown in lunar orbit

Image is larger than actual size 411. Charlie Duke. Flown St. Christopher statue carried to the lunar surface by Duke

on board the Apollo 16 Lunar Module Orion. Statue measures approximately one-inch high and was stored in Duke’s PPK inside the lunar module. Statue is accompanied by an eyecatching 10 x 14 hand-calligraphed and -illuminated prayer for the Apollo 16 astronauts, said by the children of The Holy Spirit School and Father Paddy Roche, and illuminated by the Carmelite Nuns of Up Holland, England. Reverse of the prayer is signed, “This prayer was hand painted by the students and staff of Holy Spirit school and personally given to Charlie Duke by Father Paddy Roche. Charlie Duke.”

Also included is a lovely 1˝ x 1˝ hand-painted Jerusalem tile, which Duke carried into lunar orbit on board Apollo 16’s Command Module Casper.

Accompanied by a 2001 letter of authenticity from Duke, which reads, in part: “This is to cerImage is larger than actual size tify that this one (1) inch tall St. Christopher statue accompanied me aboard our Lunar Module Orion to the Descartes Highlands…This statue then spent the next three days on the surface of the Moon housed in my Personal Preference Kit (PPK) in the Orion. This St. Christopher statue was presented to me by my sister, Betsy, before our liftoff…These items, though personal, were a part of the official stowage list for the Apollo 16 mission. This statue is, to the best of my knowledge, a one of a kind treasure here on Earth of the religious artifacts carried to the surface of the Moon.” Also accompanied by a letter from Duke certifying the Jerusalem tile. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000

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“Flown to the Moon on Apollo 15” 412. Al Worden. Flown fabric flag of

Barbados carried on board Apollo 15, 6 x 4.25, signed and flight-certified in black ink by Command Module Pilot Al Worden, “Flown to the Moon on Apollo 15, Al Worden CMP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed by Worden, in part: “I hereby certify that this flag from Barbados included with this letter went to the moon aboard Apollo 15 in the spacecraft ‘Endeavour.’ It remained in the command module during the lunar orbit phase of the flight.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

One of 248 unflown Robbins medallions made for the first Space Shuttle flight 413.

STS-1.

Unflown STS-1 Robbins medal, approximately 1.5˝ in diameter, with a raised design on the face featuring the mission insignia. The reverse is encircled by the names of the astronauts, John Young and Bob Crippen, and is engraved with the launch Images are larger than actual size date of April 12, 1981, and landing date of April 14, 1981. The medal is serial numbered “315” and is accompanied by its original case, also labeled “315.” Condition is mint state. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that the STS-1 silver medallion number ‘315’ included with this letter is from my personal collection…Prior to the mission, 359 medallions were struck by Robbins; however, only 111 were actually carried on the mission.” Starting Bid $200 120 | January 14, 2015 | SPACE

“It’s so important that teachers unify and draw from each others strengths” 414. Christa McAuliffe. ALS signed “Christa,” one page, 6 x 8.5, September 7. Don LeBrun, friend and colleague of McAuliffe’s at Concord High School in New Hampshire. In part: “I feel very strongly about remaining an active member [of the C.E.A.] this year even though I will not be in a classroom. It’s so important that teachers unify and draw from each others strengths. Thanks again—I’m off tomorrow for Houston.” In fine condition, with a crease to the lower right corner. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from LeBrun. A scarce and highly desirable letter concerning her educational career as she prepared to become the first teacher in space.

Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

415. Space. Rare battery operated ‘Space Commando’ toy made in Japan by Modern Toys, measuring 8˝ tall, with a wired controller.

Includes the original box, measuring 9.5 x 5 x 2.75. A few trivial scattered marks to finish of the toy and splits to two corners of the box, otherwise overall fine condition. Working condition untested.

Starting Bid $200

416. Clyde W. Tombaugh. Official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph

of a rendering of Pluto, signed in the upper border in black felt tip, “Discoverer of the 9th Planet, Pluto, Clyde W. Tombaugh, Feb 18, 1930.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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417. Buzz Aldrin Starting Bid $200

418. Gene Cernan Starting Bid $200

421. Challenger: Resnik and Scobee Starting Bid $200

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424. Jim Irwin

425. Alexei Leonov and Valeri Kubasov

428. Alan Shepard

429. Alan Shepard

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419. Gene Cernan

420. Challenger

422. Charlie Duke

423. Richard Gordon

426. Bruce McCandless

427. James McDivitt

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430. Soyuz 9

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431. STS-135

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art Vivid 1831 draft of Audubon’s bird-watching voyage down the Ohio

435. John J. Audubon. Ornithologist and artist (1785–1851) whose monumental pictorial studies of the birds and quadrupeds of North America take a place among the most distinguished accomplishments in the history of zoology and natural history illustration. Remarkable handwritten manuscript draft, unsigned, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 10.25 x 16.25, no date but circa 1831. Audubon’s working draft for an article entitled “The Ohio,” one of several episodes published in 1831 in Audubon’s Ornithological Biography, intended to accompany his Birds of America. In this essay, Audubon recalls his voyage down the Ohio River from Pennsylvania to Kentucky, In part: “It was in the month of October, the autumnal tints already decorated both the shores of that queen of rivers, the Ohio. Every tree was hanging with long and flowing festoons of different species of vines, many loaded with fruity and varied brilliancy…the mellowing yellow leaves…now had become prominent over those still green reflecting far livelier groups of tints on the transparent stream than ever was portrayed or imagined by any landscape painter…[O]ne evening not far from Pigeon Creek…some loud & strange noises were heard, so resembling the yells of Indian warriors, that we pulled our oars and made for the opposite side as fast and as quietly as possible—the sounds increased, we imagined we heard the cries of ‘Murder’ and…we were rendered extremely un-

comfortable for a while—however ere long our minds became more calmed & we plainly discovered that the singular uproar was nothing more than the produce of the meeting of an enthusiastic set of Methodists who…[were] holding one of their annual camp meetings…I hope to read ere I close my earthly career, accounts from these delightful writers of the progress of civilization in our western Country—they will write of the Clarks, the Croghans, the Boons and many other Men of great and daring enterprise—they will analise…each component part of the country as it once existed and thereby immortalise it as it deserves to be for ever!” Audubon makes several corrections and emendations in ink throughout the text. In fine condition, with a few small stains and trivial paper loss to the final page. Accompanied by an impressive custom-made leatherbound clamshell case. Previously sold at Sotheby’s, 2010. Audubon issued his classic Birds of America between 1827 and 1838 as a monumental four-volume set, with Ornithological Biography published in five volumes between 1831 and 1839; the passage here offered appears on pages 29–32 of the first volume. He continued making expeditions throughout North America during this period, observing birds in areas from Key West to Newfoundland. An absolutely outstanding piece closely associated with Audubon’s most famous work.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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436.

Ansel Adams. TLS signed

“AA” and “Ansel Adams,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 21, 1969. Letter to Jim Hartnett of the Polaroid Corporation. In part: “He is the one I spoke about and requested roll film for. He received them and is very appreciative! I felt that he had a very interesting ‘eye’ and deserved encouragement. We do not see many good roll-film Polaroid Land prints these days, and I think he achieved some excellent compositions. I would like to encourage him to try the 100 series (or the 300 if he could afford it). Would there be any of the 100 or 200 series available? He is very precise about payments, etc. and has enclosed a P.M.O. for mailing the prints from Cambridge to Fitchburg.” In the margin, he adds: “Good heavens, I thought we had sent you the TRAILSIDE print!! It will go off PRONTO!! As you note, I have sent the prints on to Polaroid. I am sure they will be pleased. In am very sorry that they came while I was away and were placed in my vault!” In fine condition, with punch holes to the left edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Oversized engraving of Borglum’s colossal Lincoln bust, inscribed to a Sargent family member 437. Gutzon Borglum. Remarkable engraved portrait on tissue paper of Borglum’s celebrated bust of Abraham Lincoln, 10 x 13.5, signed in the lower border in pencil

by Borglum, “Gutzon Borglum,” and by the engraver, “Howard McCormick, 1909.” Additionally inscribed in black ink by Borglum, “For Margarett Sargent, 1917.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 25. Overall wrinkling, otherwise fine condition.

Oversized. The engraver, Howard McCormick, was an illustrator who had worked for many of America’s most popular magazines; he took up wood engraving in 1907, leading somewhat of a revival in the once popular technique. Borglum’s colossal marble bust, named ‘The Head of Lincoln,’ was carved from a six-ton block of stone and first exhibited in Theodore Roosevelt’s White House, now on display in the Capitol rotunda. Margarett Sargent, a fourth cousin of noted artist John Singer Sargent, studied under Borglum and worked as an assistant at his art studio between 1917 and 1920. Her life and relationship with Borglum are detailed in the recent biography The White Blackbird, written by her granddaughter. A highly desirable piece with several wonderful associations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early letter while studying at the Parisian Ecole des Beaux-Arts 438.

Constantin Brancusi. Pioneering Ro-

manian sculptor (1876–1957) whose art emphasizes clean geometrical lines that balance forms inherent in his materials with the symbolic allusions of representational art. ALS in Romanian, one page on a 5.25 x 3.25 postcard depicting the Chateau de Compiegne, August 17, 1907. Letter to Ciurea Eugenia in Craiova, Romania, telling her that he had sent a bust “depicting you sitting and thinking of me.” In very good condition, with a central fold with partial separation to one edge, stamp remnants to upper right, and overall feathering to ink. Brancusi’s studies had taken him to France in 1904, where he studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts from 1905 to 1907. It was during this 1907–1908 period that he began to refine the revolutionary style for which he has become known. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300 124 | January 14, 2015 | ART

439. Marcel Breuer. Hungarian-born architect,

furniture designer, and Modernist master (1902— 1981), best known for his modular construction and simple forms. Color 5.25 x 7.75 print, initialed in pencil in the lower right corner, “M.B.,” and signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink, “All the best! Constance and Marcel Breuer.” In fine condition, with some scattered spots of discoloration, and a light bend to upper right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

440. Harrison Cady. American illustrator and author (1877–1970) best known for his Peter Rabbit comic strip which he wrote and drew for 28 years. Fabulous archive of nine items sent by Cady to Selma Strong, comprised of two ALSs signed “Harrison,” two ALSs signed “Harrison C,” three ALSs signed “Stuart Little,” an ANS in pencil signed “Stuart Little,” and a wonderful sketch on a small card, dated between 1946 and 1955. The longest ALS is signed as “Stuart Little” and playfully written from the mouse’s perspective, two pages, October 28, 1946, in part: “Perhaps you remember the day which your generous heart purchased a carton of ice cream at a wayside stand in Essex and gave it to a hard working artist seated near the ship yard—my friend Mr. Cady…that morning when Mr. Cady started out with his sketching…

I thought I would enjoy going along too so I stowed away unknown to him in one of his big side pockets and poked my nose out from time to time to see the morning sun and to get a whiff of the good sea air…all of course without the knowledge of Mr. Cady.” He also draws a small sketch of the mouse at the end of the letter. Another highlight is a meticulously detailed sketch in ink and watercolor on a 3 x 1.5 card, showing the little mouse holding a holly branch with a small sign hanging from it that reads, “A Merry Xmas from Stuart Little.” In overall very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and some edge tears to letters, paper loss to top corners of the two-page letter, and light toning. Starting Bid $200

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HENRI CARTIER-BRESSON

Henri Cartier-Bresson’s pioneering work in photojournalism elevated the genre of candid street photography to fine art in its ability to capture what he termed the ‘Decisive Moment.’ He founded the iconic Magnum Photos cooperative in 1947 with a group of other important photojournalists, who split up assignments among the members to cover news around the globe. Cartier-Bresson was first assigned to China and India, where he covered the last stages of the Chinese Civil War in 1949 and left as the Communist regime took power. These photos come from his return to China in the late 1950s, when he traveled thousands of miles throughout the country to depict Chinese life during the ‘Great Leap Forward.’ These photographs were printed during the same period they were taken, confirmed by his appropriate inkstamp on the reverse, making them extremely sought-after by collectors.

441.

Henri Cartier-Bresson.

Unsigned mattefinish 7.75 x 11.75 photo of two young men carrying several rifles, bearing a photographer’s stamp on the reverse by “Henri Cartier-Bresson & Magnum Photos.”

Scattered creases (most noticeable to upper right corner), otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

442.

Henri Cartier-Bresson.

Unsigned mattefinish 7.5 x 11.75 photo of a Chinese man playing a game, bearing a photographer’s stamp on the reverse by “Henri Cartier-Bresson & Magnum Photos.” A crease to the lower left edge, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

443. Henri Cartier-Bresson. Unsigned matte-finish 11.5 x 7.75 photo of a rundown Chinese farm, bearing a photographer’s stamp on the reverse by “Henri Cartier-Bresson & Magnum Photos.” In fine condition, with light bends and creases. Starting Bid $200

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Choice letter to a critic in the year of the Armory Show 444. Mary Cassatt.

ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 6, personal Mensil-Beaufrense letterhead, no date but likely July 1913. Letter to Forbes Watson. In full: “I have just sent you a wire, which you may not understand. I am fourty [sic] miles from Paris, and some distance from the main line—therefore it is better to come to luncheon. I haven’t the table with me, but if you take the morning train for Chaumont en Vequin leaving the Gare St. Lazare after 10—you will reach Chamount before 12—the return train leaves between four and five. My car will meet you at Chaumont. Hoping to have the pleasure of meeting you and Mrs. Watson on Monday.” In fine condition, with some show-through from writing on reverse.

Forbes Watson was a prominent art critic and expert on Cassatt who first met her face-to-face while traveling in France in 1913. He described the meeting in his 1932 monograph on the artist, writing: ‘When I first actually knew Mary Cassatt and visited her at her chateau at Beaufresne, Mesnil-Theribus, a pleasant automobile drive from Beauvais...She began to talk the instant that I alighted from the motor which she had sent to the station and the talk went on all that day.’ The corresponding content between Cassatt’s letter and Watson’s description of their meeting implies the 1913 date, which was the same year that two of Cassatt’s works were exhibited at the influential Armory Show in New York. A fabulous letter with several outstanding artistic associations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

445. Salvador Dali.

Color 8.75 x 11.75 book photo of Dali’s 1936 surrealist work entitled ‘Couple with Clouds in Their Heads,’ signed in person on the right side in blue felt tip. Dampstaining to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

446. Gustave Dore. Paint-

er and illustrator (1832–1883) known for his illustrated editions of books by Rabelais, Balzac, Dante, Milton, and others. Untranslated ALS in French, signed “G. Dore,” one page, 5 x 8, no date. Affixed to a larger scrapbook page.

Central vertical and horizontal folds and scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare set of watercolor illustrations for her beloved Book of Games

447. Kate Greenaway. British children’s author and illustrator (1846–1901) whose distinctively illustrated books were among the most

popular ‘juvenile’ works of the Victorian age. Fabulous collection of unsigned original ink and watercolor illustrations used in her Book of Games, published in 1889, accomplished on four small individual off-white sheets ranging in size from 1.5 x 2.25 to 5.25 x 1.5. The illustrations depict a badminton racquet and birdie; a paddle and shuttlecock; a group of three spinning tops; and a leafy branch. They are nicely matted and framed to overall sizes of approximately 8 x 10, with calligraphic descriptions on each mat. In overall fine condition. The delightfully illustrated book contained playful descriptions of a variety of games for children. It featured 24 plates depicting the games, with these illustrations used to embellish the borders surrounding the text. Of the present group, the two illustrations with racquets appear on the page for ‘Battledore & Shuttlecock,’ the spinning tops decorate the bottom of the page for ‘Tops,’ and the leafy tree branch is shown next to the text for ‘Ball.’ A supremely desirable set of original production illustrations from the classic children’s illustrator. Starting Bid $500

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449. August Macke. Paint-

448. Childe Hassam. Uncommon invitation to an exhibition of

paintings by the ‘Ten American Painters,’ held at the Montross Gallery in New York from March 25 to April 13, 1905, 4.75 x 3.75, boldly signed in black ink, “Childe Hassam, New York, March 27th 1905.” A horizontal crease passing through the top and light scattered marks and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Often known simply as ‘The Ten,’ the exhibited group had broken away from the Society of American Artists over questions of artistic philosophy and included some of the finest painters of the day, such as William Merritt Chase, Frank W. Benson, Edmund C. Tarbell, and Thomas Dewing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

er and leading member of the German Expressionist group Der Blaue Reiter (1887–1914) who was killed at the front in Champagne, France, in 1914. ANS in German in pencil, signed “August,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting Kurhaus Stalten in the southern Black Forest, no date but postmarked 1911. A note to his family. In part (translated): “Greetings from Stalten.” Postcard bears additional pencil notes and several strikethroughs and emendations to the address area. In fine condition. The period he sent this postcard marked the beginning of the height of his career, during which he developed his distinct style by integrating several of the avant-garde movements. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare letter by the female “Manet” 450. Berthe Morisot. French painter

(1841–1895) considered one of the greatest female Impressionists alongside Mary Cassatt. She was married to Eugene Manet, the brother of her friend and colleague Edouard Manet. ALS in French, signed “B. Manet,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 6.75, black-bordered mourning letterhead, no date but circa 1892. Untranslated letter to Monsieur Desormeaux about business affairs, apparently pertaining to a tenant who lied to her about an arrangement he claimed to have made with her late husband before his death. In fine condition. Small areas of paper loss and mounting remnants to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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451. Grandma Moses.

Signed book: Grandma Moses: American Primitive. Later printing. NY: The Dryden Press, 1946. Hardcover, 8.5 x 11. Signed in the lower border of the frontispiece portrait in fountain pen, “Aug 5 1947, Grandma Moses.” Hinge between frontispiece and title page partially cracked, and a gift inscription and toning to first free end page and pastedown, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

452. Norman Rockwell. Handsome matte-

finish 8 x 10 photo of the artist with a pipe clenched between his lips, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “My best wishes to Larry Diefenbach, Cordially, Norman Rockwell.” A long but unobtrusive central vertical crease, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

453. Norman Rockwell. Four

items: an AQS on a light blue 5.75 x 7.75 sheet, in full: “‘All is well that goes well,’ Cordially, Norman Rockwell”; a TLS, one page, personal letterhead, February 13, 1973, sending an autographed book; a TLS, one page, personal letterhead, March 27, 1973, in part: “I just can not have visitors here at the studio”; and an ANS penned at the conclusion of a letter sent to him, “Dear Herb, Hope I did what you wanted: Norman.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by one original mailing envelope. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

454. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Miniature white porcelain vegetable dish, measuring 2.5 x 2.5 x 1, personally-owned by Renoir as part of a child’s doll dinner service. The plate is beautifully transfer-decorated with lovely pink and green roses in the borders, embellished with gilt accents along the rim. This was originally part of the Pierre Auguste Renoir Personal Artifacts and Archives Collection consigned to Hantman’s in 2005 by Renoir’s grandson, Paul Renoir (1924–2005), son of his youngest child Claude (1901–1969). As part of his inheritance, Claude received Renoir’s home, Les Collettes, in Cagnes-sur-Mer in the south of France.

Pierre-Auguste Renoir began working in a porcelain factory at age 13, where his drawing talents led to his being chosen to paint designs on fine china, and his skillful work earned a good income and the nickname Monsieur Rubens. In his book ‘La Vie et l’Oeuvre de Pierre-Auguste Renoir,’ his agent, Ambroise Vollard, describes seeing a miniature service in Renoir’s dining room: ‘I saw on the sideboard shelf of the dining room, a small coffee service and two candlesticks made out of porcelain, decorated by hand, well applied…‘Those are the only pieces I still have from my old career as a porcelain decorator,’ Renoir told me.’ This is also mentioned in ‘Renoir in Time’ by noted French art dealer Paul Durand-Ruel. Starting Bid $200

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455. John Singer Sargent. ALS signed

“John S. Sargent,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, June 7, 1913.

Letter to sculptor and close family friend Francis Derwent Wood, in full: “I find that Mrs. Myers has gone to Cornwall—I have sent her your address, and hope that something may come of the equestrian statue.” In a brief postscript, he adds: “Off for six months.” In very good condition, with scattered staining, small edge tears, and some peeling to edges.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Sargent’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

457. Pavel Tchelitchew. Russian-born painter,

set designer, and costume designer (1898-1957), who immigrated to Paris in 1923 and became closely associated with the Neo-romanticism movement. ALS signed “P. Tchelitchew,” one page, 8.5 x 11, January 13, 1948. A letter to the author and book dealer Herbert Bittner, in part: “I enclose herewith a check for $15 on account of my debts for the books I took before X-mas. I had a letter from Miss Edith Sitwell, the well known poet of England, with thanks and admiration for the work you have done. She had apparently never received the copy sent to her in Sept…Neither has Mr. Kenneth Clark, nor my sister!…

Could you, kindly, look up the receipts and find if those names were there?” Intersecting mailing folds, a diagonal crease to right side, a small stain to upper right, and a few small edge tears, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Scarce 1910 Vienna international exhibition book

456. Egon Schiele. Influential, forward-looking Austrian artist (1890–1918) who takes a place among the leading figures of the Expressionist movement of the early 20th century. Schiele was among the millions of Europeans who succumbed to the Spanish flu during the epidemic of 1918. Signed book: I. Internationale Jagd Ausstellung, Vienna 1910, Kunst, Pavillon. Vienna: J. Weiner, 1910. Softcover, 5.5 x 6, 67 pages. Boldly signed in black ink on the title page by Schiele. Autographic condition: fine, with a few surface impressions to title page. Book condition: VG-/None. Schiele participated in this exhibition, showing his watercolor ‘Dekoratives Panneau’ in room six. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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458. John Tenniel. British il-

lustrator (1820–1914) best known for his collaborations with Lewis Carroll on the Alice in Wonderland books. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, July 26, 1888. Letter to Mr. Quilter. In part: “The only apology I can offer for the delay in answering your letter is, that I am just now working—literally— against time—& moreover, I wished to ascertain what my colleagues on Punch proposed doing in the matter…The subject was broached by Mr. Burand last night, at our Punch dinner, & I am sorry to have to tell you that the notion of the ‘book’ did not meet with much encouragement, the general feeling being that the expense of production would probably absorb all the proceeds!…it was ultimately & unanimously agreed that the contribution of the Punch ‘staff’ should be by a ‘subscription’ of the members collectively, that being considered the readiest form of help; for myself, personally, I can only assure you that I could not possibly promise a drawing at such short notice.” In fine condition. Tenniel was the principal political cartoonist for Britain’s Punch magazine for over 50 years, which he references throughout this letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Preparing for a 1894 limited-edition art book 459. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. ALS in French, signed “Lautrec,” one page, 5 x 3, no date but postmarked December 10, 1893. Untranslated letter to publisher and lithographer Andre Marty, asking that he come to the offices of ‘La Justice’ the following day at six o’clock to get matters settled between “Yvette” and “Geffroy.” Lautrec goes on to mention that he is meeting with his printer, Edward Ancourt, in the morning. Also stylisticallly monogrammed “TL” in the lower right corner, and addressed in his own hand on the reverse. A few light creases, brushing to the monogram, a trivial chip to one corner, pencil notation encircling a few words, and mounting traces to the top edge, otherwise fine condition.

Gustave Geffroy was a journalist who wrote for the left-wing paper ‘La Justice,’ and “Yvette” presumably refers to Yvette Guilbert, a singer and actress who was the subject of some of Toulouse-Lautrec’s most striking artwork. It is most likely that this meeting had to with the preparation of the famous 1894 portfolio entitled ‘Yvette Guilbert,’ which was published by Marty and featured text

by Geffroy and lithographs by Toulouse-Lautrec. Andre Marty found great success producing limited-edition print portfolios during the 1890s, and ‘Yvette Guilbert’ was conceived as part of a proposed series on Parisian cafe singers (although it was the only one published).

Toulouse-Lautrec’s artwork shows scenes from the singer’s daily life, while Geffroy uses the subject as a device to discuss the living and working conditions of her primary audience, members of the Paris working class. An exceedingly desirable letter concerning this important collaborative work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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460. Edouard Vuillard. French

painter and printmaker (1868– 1940). ALS in French, signed “ E . Vu i l l a r d , ” one page, 4.25 x 6.25, no date but postmarked January 28, 1923.

Untranslated letter apologizing for his rudeness (seemingly a delay in responding to a letter), and extending an invitation for a later date. In fine condition, with creases to upper corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

461. Andy Warhol. Outstanding exhibition book showing his artwork entitled ‘Blue Liz as Cleopatra, 1963,’ 8 x 10.25, boldly signed in the lower right in black felt tip. Removed from the 1978 German exhibition book entitled ‘Andy Warhol: Ein Buch zur Ausstellung im Kunsthaus Zurich [A Book for the Exhibition at the Kunsthaus Zurich].’ In very fine condition. Consignor notes that this originates from the personal collection of artist Robyn Geddes, who worked for Andy Warhol at The Factory from 1978 to 1983. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

462. James Abbott McNeill Whistler. Scarce ANS signed with

his distinctive ‘butterfly’ signature, one page, 7 x 4.5, blindstamped Hogarth Club letterhead, no date but circa 1886. In full: “Please show Mr. McNab the gallery. Arrangement in Brown & Gold.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and scattered creases, otherwise fine condition.

Whistler held an exhibition under the title ‘Arrangement in Brown and Gold’ in May 1886, displaying 75 works including 48 watercolors.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

463. Frank Lloyd Wright. Interesting TLS, 8.75 x 7.75, Taliesin letterhead, May 10, 1943. Letter to Jim Smith, secretary of Cooperative Homesteads, Inc., in full: “I sympathize with the group but fear the situation is not such that we can organize the thing right now.

What do you really think? I am willing to do my part when doing it will get results. Are you ready to go?” Double-matted and framed with a handsome portrait of the esteemed architect to an overall size of 21.5 x 15.5. In fine condition, with two vertical folds and a few scattered stains, mostly to right side. In 1941 Frank Lloyd Wright began the Cooperative Homesteads community project in Detroit’s Madison Heights. Embodying his ideas of decentralization, moderncost housing, and living in a more natural landscape, the project was unfortunately shelved due to the Second World War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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comic art & animation One of Disney’s last checks 465. Walt Disney. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to Walt Disney—Special Account for $600, November 16, 1966. In fine to very fine condition, with expected cancellation holes.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and letter from noted Disney expert Phil Sears, who comments: “The check is notable in that one month after the check was signed Walt Disney passed away. This makes this check one of the last to be signed by Walt Disney; as of this writing [November 11, 2010] I have not seen one of a later date.” In early November 1966, doctors discovered that Disney, a lifelong smoker, had lung cancer, and he entered St. Joseph Hospital on November 7 to have a tumor removed. He remained there in recovery for two weeks, during which time his secretary Tommie Wilck shuttled back and forth between the hospital and studio with his most important paperwork—this check was signed during his period of hospitalization. Shortly after being released on November 21, Disney’s condition deteriorated and he was readmitted on November 30; he never recovered, and passed away at St. Joseph’s on December 15. Starting Bid $500

Rare 1936 Ivanhoe adaptation signed by Disney 466. Walt Disney. Signed book:

Ivanhoe. First edition. San Francisco: Bohemian Club, 1936. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 107 pages. Boldly signed on the first free end page in purple fountain pen by Walt Disney and six others, including artist Harold Helvenston. The front pastedown bears the ownership signature of prominent San Francisco bookseller John Howell. Autographic condition: very fine.

Book condition: VG/None. The Bohemian Club staged this adaptation of Ivanhoe, written by Charles Gilman Norris with music by Harry I. Wiel, in 1936 as their annual outdoor ‘Grove Play’ at their annual celebration at Bohemian Grove. While Disney was not a member of the club, he did visit in 1936—an event credited as the inspiration for the snoring scene in the dwarfs’ cottage in Snow White.

An absolutely gorgeous autograph with a unique association. Pre-certified Phil Sears COA. Starting Bid $300

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467. Bud Sagendorf. Original hand-inked nine-panel Popeye comic strip for Sunday, July 19, 1987, boldly drawn in ink and pencil on off-white 16.25 x 11 artist’s cardstock, stylistically signed in the final panel, “Bud Sagendorf.” The strip shows Swee’Pea asking Popeye a series of questions hoping to find one he can’t answer, before hiding from Popeye atop a telephone pole and delightedly saying, “At last I knows sumpin’ he don’t!” A printed title card is affixed to the first panel and a 1987 King Features Syndicate copyright notice is affixed at the bottom of the sixth panel. Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.75 x 15.5. In fine condition, with expected production notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

468. Matt Groening. An

American cartoonist, screenwriter, producer, animator, author, musician, comedian, and voice actor (born 1954), who is known most famously for creating the long-running animated show, The Simpsons. Original signed felt tip sketch of Bart Simpson wearing a cap and holding a baseball on an off-white 8.25 x 11 sheet, signed below the image.

Collector’s notation on the reverse indicates that the sketch was drawn at Golden Apple Comics on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

469. Bill Watterson. Signed book: The Calvin and Hobbes Lazy Sunday Book. Later printing. Kansas City: Andrews and McMeel, 1989. Softcover, 8.5 x 10.75, 125 pages. Signed on the title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with two bookshop labels affixed to the front cover. Watterson’s reclusive nature has made his autograph quite scarce. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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literature “Life is the most beautiful fairytale” 470. Hans Christian Andersen. Beloved Danish author

(1805–1875) best known for such classic fairy tales as The Ugly Duckling, The Red Shoes, and The Emperor’s New Clothes. Fantastic AQS in German at the top of an off-white 7.75 x 9.75 sheet, signed and dated below in crisp black ink, “H. C. Andersen, Dresden, 24 August 1857.” In full (translated): “Life is the most beautiful fairytale.” Additional untranslated AQSs by Berthold Auerbach and Wilhelm Wolfsohn are penned below. In fine condition. A fabulous quote of the utmost desirability, directly pertaining to the tales that have become embedded in the worldwide collective unconscious.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Rare Symbolist association 471. Guillaume Apollinaire. Influential French poet and playwright (1880–1918) credited with coining the word ‘surrealism,’ writing some of the earliest works to be described as such. ALS in French, one page, 4.25 x 5.25, no date.

Untranslated letter to a colleague, L. Besse, accepting an invitation to meet at a cafe and agreeing to say a few words at the end of the banquet if “Roinard” wants. Toning and a couple tiny tears to edges, and slight mirroring and brushing to ink, otherwise fine condition. Paul-Napoleon Roinard was a painter, poet, and close friend of Apollinaire. They had co-authored La Poesie Symboliste together in 1908, which contained lectures delivered at the Salon des Artistes Independants. A very scarce letter from the poet who would be wounded in World War I and never recover before succumbing to the Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 at age 38. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Amazing archive from the prestigious university, with letters by Keynes, Shaw, Russell, Wells, and Kipling

472. Authors: London School of Economics. Extraordinary collection of over 150 letters, both ALSs and TLSs, addressed to officers of the London School of Economics by dozens of important writers, academics, and intellectuals, largely dating from the last years of World War I through the 1920s. Highlights of the archive include: John Maynard Keynes (1), Ernest Rutherford (1), George Bernard Shaw (1), H. G. Wells (2), Bertrand Russell (9), Rudyard Kipling (2), Edgar Wallace (1), Arthur Balfour (2), John Galsworthy (1), Hillaire Belloc (2), and Max Beerbohm (1). Most are brief responses either accepting or declining invitations to speak, some with more substantial content. Seven of the Bertrand Russell letters are ALSs; one of these, in part: “I have to give an address at about the same time in Liverpool on ‘Mental Freedom in Education,’ which might do. On the other hand I think perhaps you would prefer something less platitudinous & more concerned with actualities, such as ‘Reflections of a Globe-trotting theorist’ or ‘Asia & Europe’ or ‘Internationalism & Finance.’” Keynes is a scarce TLS written while working on A Treatise on Money, in part: “I am at the present time much engaged, partly in connection with a new book.” In overall very good to fine condition. The key autographs mentioned within this collection have been reviewed as authentic, but due to the large quantity a few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be present in the remainder. Interested parties are encouraged to view the collection in person at our offices or call us with specific inquiries, as this collection is sold as-is and no returns will be accepted.

The prestigious London School of Economics was founded in 1895 by Fabian Society members Sidney Webb, Beatrice Webb, George Bernard Shaw, and Graham Wallas, with all but Wallas appearing within this collection. As a comprehensive archive of the United Kingdom’s best and brightest, this archive represents an outstanding assemblage of incredibly influential figures in the advancement of knowledge and society during the early part of the 20th century. Starting Bid $1000

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A comprehensive literary collection, including Bukowski, Borges, and Ginsberg 473. Authors. Collection of approximately 70 items, consisting of a variety of formats such as signatures, letters, envelopes, AQSs, and souvenir typescripts, each signed by a notable author, including: Charles Bukowski; Robert A. Heinlein; Bernard Malamud; John Hersey; William Golding; Christopher Isherwood; Erskine Caldwell; Lawrence Ferlinghetti; Isaac B. Singer; Alan Watts; Irving Stone; Walker Percy; William Saroyan; Tom Clark; Allen Ginsberg; Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.; Thornton Wilder; Jorge Borges; and William Meredith. In overall very good to fine condition. The size of this lot precludes a complete list, and due to the large quantity a few secretarial and/or printed signatures may be included. Interested parties are strongly advised to view the collection in person at our offices, as this collection is sold as is, and no returns will be accepted. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Starting Bid $200

Poe’s foremost French translator—a poetic visionary himself 474. Charles Baudelaire. Influential nineteenth-century French

writer (1821–1867) best known for his highly imaginative and experimental verse, including the seminal 1857 collection Les Fleurs du Mal. ALS in French, signed “C. B.,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date but circa 1850s. Letter to his copyist, Monsieur Laumonier. In full (translated): “But I have no intention of depriving myself of your kindness, however I have been content for a long time to give certain days to one affair, and several days to another affair. I presume that I will have the work ready to give you Monday evening.” Also addressed and initialed on the reverse of the second integral sheet, “Monsieur Laumonier, C. B.” In fine condition. Baudelaire worked with Laumonier while translating the short stories of Edgar Allan Poe, releasing the first volume in 1856 under the title Histoires extraordinaires. The importance of Baudelaire’s interest in Poe is multifaceted—on a practical level, the translations brought him income in a time of financial distress. He also admired Poe, regarding him not only as an influence but as a kindred spirit, both of them ‘starving artist’ writers who embraced the fantastic, macabre, and grotesque. Baudelaire’s translations had a broader literary impact as well, considerably contributing to Poe’s popularity and favorable reception in Europe, particularly among the symbolists and surrealists.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Profound quote by the influential dramatist

475. Bertolt Brecht. German playwright, poet, and theatre director (1898–1956). Uncommon AQS in German on a thin offwhite 5 x 4.25 onionskin sheet, signed below and dated Berlin 1931. In full (translated): “Deliver, human being, the best, what you have deserved from your mistakes.” Mounted at the left edge to a slightly larger card. In fine condition, with overall toning. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“It’s in the prose style of my dead distant past, & a footling thing, though I still find a joy in reading it quietly”

476. Rupert Brooke. English poet known for his idealistic war sonnets written during the World War I, who tragically passed away

at age 27 due to an infected mosquito bite (1887–1915). ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, School Field, Rugby letterhead, February 17, 1910. Letter to “My dear Michael,” most likely noted bibliographer, collector, and novelist Michael Sadleir.

In part: “It was very good of you to write. As a matter of fact your first letter came before my father was ill, even. But I was ill then; and that, not, I do assure you forgetfulness, accounted for my silence…As a matter of fact I had dug up a thing I wrote some little while since. But it’s in the prose style of my dead distant past, & a footling thing, though I still find a joy in reading it quietly. So look at it & return it me, unless you want to fill up a corner. And I’ll send you something more intelligent & brutal.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Sadleir and Brooke had attended Rugby together beginning in 1906, and Sadleir would help John Middleton Murry establish the modernist Rhythm literary magazine in 1911; perhaps the piece Brooke references was an early submission to the as-yet unrealized scheme. An exceedingly rare letter with superb literary content. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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477. Charles Bukowski. Original

signed black felt tip sketch of a sun, bird, flower, dog, and a drunken portrait of himself on an offwhite 5.75 x 7.75 sheet, signed below the dog, “Buk.” In fine condition.

From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

479. William S. Burroughs. Striking satin-finish

7 x 9.5 close-up photo, signed in the lower border in black ballpoint, “William S. Burroughs, 5/23/1997.”

In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“my only investment is in an occasional 6 pack and some days at the track” 478. Charles Bukowski. TLS signed “Buk,” written on both sides of a letter sent to him from publisher Herb Yellin, 5.5 x 8.5, with a sketch of a dog and a drunken portrait of himself at the conclusion. In full: “My only investment is in an occasional 6 pack and some days at the track. I don’t know anything about the market but I’d judge the whole matter to be a game between subterfuge, panic, greed, standard publicity vs. rational and basic fact. Most people want a lot for a little and they don’t understand the sensibility and glory of effort, thinking and the following through of overpowering logic. I don’t suppose this sounds a hell of a lot like a drunken and mad poet up against all the walls. But, finally, the rationale is all the same. I always like it when strange people pick up on my work, whether they be whores in east Kansas City or investment counselours.

Meanwhile, yours to easy breakfasts and less and less and less trouble with women.” In fine condition, with a vertical crease and a horizontal fold trivially affecting the signature. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Your uncle Mark” sends his portrait 480. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed

“Your uncle Mark,” one page, 4.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, May 15, 1908. Letter to his honorary niece, Mary Rogers, the daughterin-law of his business advisor, Henry Rogers.

In part: “These arrived yesterday evening. They are very recent, & are better than Gessford’s, which are 4 years old.

‘D. M.’ suggests the remark that was uttered… softens a good deal of the rugged strength of it. ‘These’ refers to a photograph. I will leave it at your house tomorrow or next day.” Professionally silked on the reverse. In fine condition. Joseph Gessford was a renowned photographer with a studio on Fifth Avenue in New York City, and “D. M.” likely refers to David Munro, assistant editor of the literary magazine The North American Review. A neatly penned letter by the great author. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

482. Charles Dickens. Ink signature, “Monday, Second August 1869, Faithfully yours, Charles Dickens,” adding the recipient, “Miss Edmonds,” in the lower left, on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 sheet of his Gad’s Hill Place letterhead. Nicely double-matted and framed with an etching of the author to an overall size of 14.5 x 9.25. In very good condition, with a horizontal fold passing through the signature, scattered creases, and light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Boldly addressed to the future president of Harvard 481. Charles Dickens. Desirable hand-addressed and signed ad-

dress panel removed from a mailing envelope, 4.75 x 2.5, addressed

by Dickens to “Professor Felton, Cambridge, Massachusetts, U. S. of America,” and neatly signed in the lower left, “Charles Dickens.” Postmarked from London on November 10, 1859, and bearing several other cancellations. Nicely matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 8.5 x 10.5. Scattered soiling, a cancellation stamp affecting the center of his signature, and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. The recipient, Cornelius Conway Felton, was a regent of the Smithsonian Institution and longtime professor of Greek literature at Harvard University; he would become president of Harvard in 1860, heading the esteemed institution until his death in 1862. Dickens had met Felton in Boston during his first trip to America in 1842, and they became close friends. A nice literary and academic association. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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485. Jean Genet.

483. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one

page, 5.25 x 3.25, personal letterhead, November 3. Letter to Mrs. Harcourt Rose. In part: “You should make a party to the Remembrance Gathering at the Albert Hall at 10:45 on Sunday Nov 13th. I am speaking and I speak also in the evening at 6:30 at the Grotrian Hall…Both are free—though I believe special seats can be got for the Albert Hall.” Nicely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12 x 17. Two vertical folds and a trimmed top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“He is going to secure some subscriptions to Monte Cristo”

ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. Untranslated letter to French journalist Andre Parinaud, asking for more time to write an article and expressing his admiration for Jean Cocteau.

Intersecting folds, overall creases and wrinkles, and minor foxing, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The immensely influential German writer

484. Alexandre Dumas, pere.

ALS in French, signed “A. Dumas,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no date but likely circa mid to late 1840s.

In full (translated): “Are these coupons which I have not used still valid? Herstoler is leaving for London‚ can you be of assistance to him? He is going to secure some subscriptions to Monte Cristo.”

In fine condition, with scattered discolored spots at the bottom. Dumas’s famous adventure novel The Count of Monte Cristo was first serialized in the Journal des Debats. A great letter regarding the publication of the novel which quickly became the most popular book in Europe.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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486. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Manuscript DS in German, signed “G,” one page, 5 x 5.75, no date but circa 1822. Goethe acknowledges receipt of a remittance. A note on the reverse in another hand indicates that the text was written by the numismatist and naturalist Friedrich Soret. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Accompanied by an issue of the ‘Weimarische Wochenblatt’ pamphlet dated February 9, 1816. A scarce and highly desirable example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Sought-after letter from “this poor German bear who shuns society and who would well deserve to be forgotten” 489. Heinrich Heine. Eminent

487. Zane Grey. Handwritten manuscript, unsigned, two lined

notebook pages, 3.75 x 6.75, March 24, 1919. Grey’s manuscript for a short piece entitled “Death Valley.” In part: “The day is hot and the shade is pleasant…When I walk in the sun shine I feel the radiation of heat from the ground, as well as the direct rays from overhead. It is as if I were suddenly inclosed by a warm breath from a furnace.

The light is brilliant, glaring, too strong for the gaze of man.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

488. Knut Hamsun. Prolific Nor-

wegian novelist, dramatist, and poet (1859–1952) who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1920.

ANS in German, one page on a 4.25 x 3.25 card, August 26, 1929. Brief response to an admirer who had sent birthday wishes. In full (translated): “Please accept my sincere thanks and humble and collegial greeting.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

German poet (1797–1856), one of the leading literary figures of the Romantic era, whose verses were set to music by such composers as Schubert, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Brahms, Wolf, Strauss, and Wagner. Rare ALS in French, signed “Henri Heine,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, April 18, no year.

Letter to Countess Merlin, who ran a famous salon in Paris the 1830s, in full (translated): “I accept with much pleasure your invitation, for which I am most grateful. It is a marvelously kind and generous gesture to remember from time to time this poor German bear who shuns society and who would well deserve to be forgotten. I would not fear to exaggerate if I say you are as good as you are beautiful.” Subtle foxing, slight paper loss to upper right corner, and slight brushing to a single word, otherwise fine condition. Acutely aware of his own talent and growing fame, the stylized humility of this letter—by the “poor German bear” deserving of being forgotten–is a remarkable piece from the literary master.

With the added association to Countess Merlin, a prominent player in artistic Parisian circles, this is an exceptional, rare letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

490. Ernest Hemingway. Bank check, 8.5 x 3.25, filled out and signed

by Hemingway, “Ernest M. Hemingway,” payable to his friend and assistant Roberto Herrera for $150, February 14, 1953. Also endorsed on the reverse by Herrera. In very good condition, with three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered foxing and soiling, expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (one stamp lightly affecting first letter of signature), and show-through from Herrera’s endorsement to the reverse. Herrera was Hemingway’s close friend, part-time secretary, and brother of his Cuban doctor; he frequently accompanied the writer on his exploits aboard the famous fishing boat named Pilar. Three months after writing this check Hemingway received the Pulitzer Prize for The Old Man and the Sea, which was inspired by his own marlin fishing trips in Cuba and has become one of his most well-known works. Starting Bid $200

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491. Victor Hugo. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 6.75, January

14, 1841. A brief letter to French writer and historian Alfred Michiels.

In full (translated): “I will certainly have great pleasure, Sir, to know the Unknown. M. E. Pelleron as a man of nice talent and of a great future. Please, bring him to me, and give me the pleasure, as soon as possible, to shake both your hands.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel penned in another hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one passing through the last letter of the signature, and scattered foxing and light creasing. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

493. Francois Mauriac. French author (1885–1970) who received the 1952 Nobel Prize in Literature. Desirable autograph manuscript in French, signed in the title, “por Francois Mauriac,” six pages, 8.25 x 10.5, no date but circa 1947. Mauriac’s draft for an article about Charles de Gaulle entitled “Consequences d’une double faillite [Consequences of a Double Failure].” A reply to the speech held by de Gaulle in Rennes in which Mauriac criticizes the general for admitting France’s impotence in world affairs after being defeated in the war.

Heavily hand-corrected and revised throughout. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, overall toning, and staple holes and creases to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The pinnacle of modern literature— a 1924 presentation copy of Ulysses 492. James Joyce. Signed book: Ulysses. First edition, fourth printing. Paris: Shakespeare and Company, 1924. Hardcover, 6.75 x 8, 736 pages.

Neatly signed and inscribed on the first free end page in crisp black ink, “To Edward Irvine Halliday, James Joyce, Paris, 31. iii. 924.” Autographic condition: uniform fragile toning, a few small edge chips, and an inch-long tear to the upper left edge near the spine (in no way affecting the inscription or signature), otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Edward Irvine Halliday (1902–1984) was a painter and student at the Royal College of Art, attending classes on a travel scholarship at the Academie Colarossi in Paris when Joyce inscribed this copy of Ulysses for him.

He was highly regarded for his portraits, portraying many members of the British royal family and foreign dignitaries. As an extremely rare early edition of this iconic work inscribed to a portrait artist as a young man, this is an immensely desirable cornerstone piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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494. Arthur Koestler.

Jewish-Hungarian author (1905–1983) best known for the anti-Stalinist novel Darkness at Noon. Exceptional handwritten manuscript for an article introduced by a TLS from Koestler to his publisher Robert Calmann-Levy, signed “Koestler,” one page, February 13, 1974, in part: “Enclosed a recent manuscript for your collection. It is a review of a book on Wittgenstein, published by the Observer and included in ‘The Heel of Achilles,’ where you will find all the details.” The manuscript is Koestler’s draft entitled “Wittgensteinomania,” unsigned, five pages, 8.5 x 13, reviewing Wittgenstein’s Vienna by Allan Janik and Stephen Toulmin. In part: “The ‘Tractatus’ became one of the most influential philosophical works of our century, the source of an esoteric cult, the dark oracle from which such diverse schools as Logical Positivism, the Vienna Circle and the Linguistic Philosophers at Oxford drew their inspiration. But unavoidably—as naive non-philosophers would expect—their interpretation of Wittgenstein’s message was based on what he had written, and not on that second part which he had not written. And as far as the written text goes, the message could be summed up in a simple slogan: ‘metaphysi[ci]ans shut your trap.’” Heavily hand-edited and revised by Koestler throughout. The article was published in the Observer on June 3, 1973. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

495. Clement C. Moore. Poet and scholar (1779–1863) remembered for his classic poem ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas,’ beginning with the iconic line, ‘’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house.’ ALS, one page both sides, 7.5 x 9.75, November 17, 1824.

Letter to T. H. Hubbard. In part: “I was so much occupied that I could not attend to your wishes respecting the choice of a piano-forte.

I have since that, been so much of an invalid, in consequence of a strain in my hip, that my bodily pain, added to my literary avocations, has hindered me from the ready compliance which I should otherwise have shown to your request. This morning I went into the city the the intention of looking for an instrument…I called at DuBois & Stoddart’s, where I found an instrument, with which I was pleased for which they asked 270 dollars, made by two young men in New York, who have lately come from London. I inquired of a gentleman, of musical talents, who has lived in England, the character of the workmen. He said he knew them in London, and spoke very highly of their work, saying that he would prefer a piano-forte made by them in this country to an imported one…. These young men are now looking for a reputation; and it is probably that the work now done by them is of the best kind…A professional man happened to be in the shop at the time, who, at my request, tried it, and appeared to be as much pleased with it as I was.” A collector’s notation identifying Moore is penned at the top. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, dampstaining to the bottom, toned mounting remnants to one edge, and small areas of paper loss to corner tips. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare Nabokov—the film rights to his “literary work entitled ‘Ada or Ardor’” 496. Vladimir Nabokov. Very rare DS, two

pages, 8.5 x 11, August 4, 1969. Document extending a deadline for an option agreement between Nabokov and McGraw Hill International “with respect to the motion picture and allied rights in and to that certain literary work entitled ‘Ada or Ardor.’” In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to the top. In 1969 Nabokov published Ada or Ardor: A Family Chronicle, his longest and arguably most difficult book, which he later referred to as his ‘most cosmopolitan and poetic novel.’ Noted scholar Alfred Appel also gave it high critical praise, writing that Ada ‘provides further evidence that [Nabokov] is a peer of Kafka, Proust and Joyce.’ Although Columbia Pictures would go on to pay half a million dollars for the film rights, the project never came to fruition. Nabokov is extremely rare in any form, and this piece is particularly desirable as it directly relates to one of his novels. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce 1677 order to the Royal Yacht Katharine, issued by the important diarist 497. Samuel Pepys. British naval administrator (1633–1703) best remembered as the author of a nine-year, multi-volume diary, one of the essential documents of 17th century British history and literature. Manuscript DS, signed “Pepys,” one page, 7.25 x 11.75, August 16, 1677. An order to the commander of the Royal Yacht Katharine. In full: “This comes by his Maj[esty’s] Special Command to signfie his Pleasure to you, that after you are Discharged from your Attendance on his Royale Person at Southampton, You Repaire to Portsmo[uth] and there receive on Board you two Companyes of Foot of the R[igh]t H[onorabl]e the Early of Bathe his Regiment, consisting of fifty Men in each Company, besides their Officers, and the same transport to ye Island of Guernsey; where having discharged your Selfe of them, you are to take on Board two other Companyes (consisting of the like Numbers of Men and Officers) belonging to the R[ight]t hon[ora]ble Earle of Lichfield’s Regim[en] t and the same Transport (with ye first opportunity of Wind and Weather) into ye River of Thames and having putt them on shoare, to Expect his Ma[jes]ty further Orders. You are to cause the said Four Companys to be Victualled in their Passage to kept on Guernsey in ye same manner of the Seamen of yo[u]r Company.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with several repaired separations, tears and repaired paper loss to upper edges, and silked on the reverse. King Charles II had commissioned the Katharine in 1674, naming it for his wife. Like all Royal Yachts, it doubled as a warship and was under the command of the Royal Navy, thus the military content of this letter. Interesting content from one of the most well-known figures of this period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300 146 | January 14, 2015 | LITERATURE

498. Romain Rolland. French writer (1866–1944) who won the 1915 Nobel Prize for Literature. ALS in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, January 11, 1923. Untranslated letter to Professor Wolff, writing that while he shares admiration for the work of German writer Arno Holz, he is unable to extend his assistance any further, having already exhausted his resources on three emigre Russian writers Gorki, Yvan Bunin, and Constantin Balmont. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Rolland’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

500. Francoise Sagan. Important French writer (1935–2004) who attained international prominence with the publication of her first novel, Bonjour Tristesse, at the age of 18. ALS in French, signed “Francoise,” one page both sides, 6 x 7.75, no date. Untranslated letter to journalist Paul Giannoli, thanking him for flowers and expressing deep friendship. Intersecting folds and a few irregular spots of adhesive to the front, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Excessively rare Rousseau— “This is in memory of Heloise” 499. Jean-Jacques Rousseau. Important Swiss-French philosopher and writer who held that the individual is essentially good but usually corrupted by society (1712–1778). Rare unsigned handwritten manuscript in French, one page, 7.5 x 9.75, no date.

A fragment from a manuscript related to a projected work on the history of women that Rousseau undertook at the insistence of his patron Mme. Dupin. In full (translated): “This is in memory of Heloise, learned in Greek that the nuns of the Paraclete are accustomed to the Greek office on the day of Pentecost.” The reference of this quote is written in the margin. In fine condition. One of Rousseau’s chief works was entitled Julie, or the New Heloise, which drew its name from the history of Heloise d’Argenteuil and Peter Abelard, a medieval story of passion and Christian renunciation. An exceedingly rare and intriguing piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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501. Leopold Sacher-Masoch. Austrian writer and journalist

(1836–1895) from whose name the word masochism is derived. Collection of four letters in German by Sacher-Masoch, comprised of two ALSs and two TLSs, all three pages on adjoining sheets for a total of 12 pages, dated between 1885 and 1894. One letter, on illustrated ‘Venus in Furs’ personal letterhead, in part (translated): “Dear friend! The same time as your lovely lines, I receive the picture of my children, which I will send to you immediately….I have to limit myself to thank you, because I am very busy with the journal, due to the harassments.” He goes on to discuss being separated from his children and their growing up, and on working for popular education: “We established a People’s Theatre here and gave a series of theatre performances and concerts. My wife, too, twice participated as a pianist and once as an actress. We also set up two public libraries, one in Lindheim and another in Wolf. Each of these places serves 15 surrounding towns. We recently announced six scholarships for the crafts school, agricultural school, and housekeeping school. ‘Die Einsamen’ [‘The Lonesome’] is a little idyll, not party to the legacy of Cain. I thought you owned the little book, as I had your name put on the list for receiving reviewers’ copies when it came out. If you write to Bensheimer directly he will probably send it to you; I’ve been at loggerheads with him for ages.” Small edge separations to mailing folds and scattered creases, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by one original mailing envelope. A desirable grouping with intriguing content—Sacher-Masoch is best known for his novella Venus in Furs, which he intended to be part of an epic series to be called Legacy of Cain. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Saint-Exupery’s beloved ‘Little Prince’ 502. Antoine de Saint-Exupery. French poet and writer (1900–1944) and pioneering aviator. While flying for the Free French Air Force in North Africa during World War II, he disappeared over the Mediterranean. Fantastic signed ink sketch of his iconic character, drawn by Saint-Exupery on the reverse of a 3.25 x 5 photo of Paul Claudell, signed across the top, “Antoine de Saint-Exupery.” The sketch depicts a winged ‘Little Prince’ standing on a cloud above the earth, soaring above two trees, a tower or steeple, and a house with a smoking chimney. Some scattered light soiling and extremely subtle traces of professionally removed ink notations (trivially affecting the extreme left edge of the cloud and sun), otherwise fine condition. First published in 1943, The Little Prince sold over 140 million copies worldwide and was voted the best book of the 20th century in France. A highly sought after original piece of artwork of this beloved literary character. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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505. Jean-Paul Sartre. Handwritten manuscript fragment in French,

503. J. D. Salinger. Rare TNS signed “JS,” at the close of a letter sent to him from publisher Herb Yellin, one page, 8.5 x 11, October, 2, 1977. Response to Yellin’s proposal to publish a short story of Salinger’s, in full: “Not interested, but thank you.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A polite but characteristically terse retort from the reclusive writer, who seldom took the time to reply to such requests. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

unsigned, two lightly gridded pages, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. Sartre pens some thoughts on his existentialist understanding of the political dimension of human existence. In full (translated): “In the problem at hand, the groups differ in their praxis and the kind of integration it requires.

Praxis, in turn, is controlled by their common interests and defined by its purpose. But if these interests may give rise to the group, it is precisely insofar as it presents itself as a company; by themselves, they are unable to describe human relationships that are updated during the praxis and within a social organization. This point of view, I do not think it necessary to radically distinguish passive groups and active groups.” Light edge toning, a couple trivial creases, and an edge tear to the lower blank area of the first page, otherwise overall fine condition. Sartre analyzes the praxis in his important Critique of Dialectical Reason. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

504. J. D. Salinger. Rare TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 28,

1979. In full: “In my family’s collective use there are several motor vehicles, both foreign and domestic, and for the last ten years or so I have been privileged to have the incomparably helpful, expert, and uncommonly painstaking advice and practical service regarding the purchase, operation, and maintenance of these vehicles from the present Service Foreman at Lester’s Chevrolet Garage, in Hanover, New Hampshire, my good friend Mr. H. Al Allen, of South Promfret, Vermont.

I regard Mr. Allen as a most highly skilled specialist and troubleshooter in his field, and an extremely kind and tactful man who is liked and respected by all who know him. It is very sad news indeed to learn that he is leaving this part of the country. I unreservedly recommend Mr. Allen’s character and professional competence to his future employers and associates, whoever they may be.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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506. Jean-Paul Sartre. ALS in

French, signed “J. P. Sartre,” one gridded page, 8.25 x 10.5, June 27, 1967. Letter to dramatist Georges Michel, who had sent a tin tobacco box on the occasion of Sartre’s 62nd birthday. In full (translated): “Yes, tobacco is better preserved in jars. Especially in those beautiful tins like yours. Thank you. It makes me happy to see on my table, and thinking that it comes of your friendship.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Sartre’s own hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The intellectual power-couple of the 20th century 507. Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. Scarce pa-

perstock 4.5 x 7.5 book photo of Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir side-by-side, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip by both influential thinkers. In fine condition. Both tremendously influential writers and philosophers, Sartre and de Beauvoir began their lifelong open relationship in 1929 which, like their writing, challenged cultural norms and assumptions.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

A steep price for his literary magazine, the Athenaeum

508. Friedrich von Schlegel. German poet, critic, philologist, and scholar (1772–1829). ALS in German, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. Letter to a publisher concerning the literary magazine Athenaeum, which Schlegel and his brother established in 1798. In part (translated): “I would like to thank you for the exact calculation respecting the Athen. I instantly informed my brother, I do not decide without his consent.” His brother, August Wilhelm, decided that they could not agree to the proposed fees, “You see, that my brother is more severe.” Trivial areas of paper loss to the top of the first page and toning to one edge of the last page, otherwise fine condition. The first issue of ‘Athenaeum’ was published by Friedrich Vieweg, the next two issues by Heinrich Frölich in Berlin. It could therefore be assumed that the letter was written in the years 1798–1799 and destined for Vieweg. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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509. George Bernard Shaw. TLS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 8 x 5, personal letterhead, September 19, 1949. Letter to Robert M. MacGregor of Theatre Art Books. In full: “Do not waste your time trying to promote the circulation of any book of mine: I assure you I am sufficiently well known as an author to make the effort superfluous. The photographs of the Webbs and of my wife were taken by myself. Those of Ellen Terry and Irving are professional; and the copyright must belong to the photographers if it has not expired. I cannot give you date: you must guess them from the age of the sitters. I have made many photographs as an amateur.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature) and soiling to edges. Accompanied by MacGregor’s retained carbon copy of his initial letter, requesting information on the photographs published in Ellen Terry & Bernard Shaw: A Correspondence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

510. Mikhail S h o l o k h o v.

Russian novelist (1905–1984) who won the 1965 Nobel Prize in Literature, best known for his four-volume epic And Quiet Flows the Don. Title page removed from a 1974 book, signed in Cyrillic in ballpoint and dated October 17, 1977. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold, light overall toning, and slightly trimmed edges.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“My country, ’tis of thee” 511. Samuel Francis Smith. Boston-born Baptist minister and academic (1808–1895) best known as the lyricist of ‘America’ (‘My Country, ’Tis of Thee’), written while he was a student at Andover Theological Seminary. AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 6.5 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “S. F. Smith.

Written in 1832. This autograph Aug. 29, ’94.”

Smith pens the first stanza of ‘America.’ In full: “My country, ’tis of thee, / Sweet land of liberty, / Of thee I sing; / Land where my fathers died, / Land of the pilgrims’ pride, / From every mountainside, / Let freedom ring.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature and a small separation at the left edge), uniform toning, and a spot of adhesive to the first line, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“You are at liberty to make a selection for this purpose from the copy of ‘Fireflies’” 512. Rabindranath Tagore. Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. LS in English, one page, 5.5 x 8.75, March 2, 1927.

In part: “I have badly hurt my finger which presents me from writing to you in my own handwriting, or making an attempt at composing some lines for the paper you mention in your letter. However, you are at liberty to make a selection for this purpose from the copy of ‘Fireflies’ that I have sent to you a few weeks ago.” Also includes a 1924 letter from his son, Rathindranath, on Visva-Bharati letterhead, in part: “I am sending you a few photos which I had taken on the occasion of your departure from our asram.” The letters are affixed to opposing sides of a black folder. In fine condition, with creases and small tears to top edge and some show-through from small pieces of tape to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The doomed Welsh poet recites “Poem In October” 513. Dylan Thomas.

Two ALSs signed “Dylan,” both to English cricket commentator and journalist John Arlott. The first is one page, 6.5 x 8, no date but likely circa 1945, regarding a possible broadcast on the BBC, in part: “I don’t know what I could have been thinking about when I suggested, for inclusion in the Welsh programme, these two poems of mine: I must have forgotten, they were both very long. Surely they’ll take a disproportionate amount of our time? And surely, again, they’re very much alike in feeling and would give a monotonous effect?—even if a reader read one of them and I the other…I suggest that only the Poem In October is selected.” The second, two pages, 5 x 7.75, July 22, 1946, in part: “I forgot, last Yeatsday, entirely, to ask you to have lunch with Margaret Taylor, Roy Campbell, & myself…I had to tell Margaret T. that I’d asked you, as she’d been at me to do so for days & days…Sorry to be such a nuisance, but I had to tell Margaret I’d asked you & You’d said yes…I hope you can manage it.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light wrinkles, and a trivial stain to the one-page letter. Thomas wrote ‘Poem in October’ in 1944 to celebrate a walk that he took through Laugharne on the occasion of his 30th birthday, and recited it for a BBC radio program in September the following year. A scarce and exceedingly desirable pairing with great content.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

“If you use one of the modern steel bows, you should be developing a good torso” 514. J. R. R. Tolkien. TLS, one page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, October 12, 1966. Too overwhelmed to send personal responses following the resurgence in popularity of The Lord of the Rings, especially in America, in the 1960s, Tolkien sent this preprinted letter with typed-in name and address, signing in ink in his distinctive calligraphic hand.

In full: “Thank you very much for your kind letter. I am always pleased to hear from people who have read and enjoyed my books. I hope they will continue to give you pleasure.” After signing, Tolkien adds a handwritten postscript: “If you use one of the modern steel bows, you should be developing a good torso!” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In fine, clean condition.

From 1959 until his death in 1973, Tolkien received steadily increasing public attention, literary fame, and of course fan mail, forcing him to resort to these pre-printed, personally signed pages—with a few fortunate recipients finding a handwritten message from the author. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The masterful Russian is pleased to be “acquainted with an eminent writer...whose love for my country has been known to me for a long time” 515. Ivan Turgenev. Highly influential Russian author (1818-1883) whose 1862 novel Fathers and Sons remains one of the pillars of nineteenth-century literature.

ALS in French, signed “Ivan Tourgueneff,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, personal Bougival letterhead, November 20, 1879. Letter to French author and journalist Paul Lacroix.

In full (translated): “I have received your letter while at the countryside where I will leave from in only a week to go back to Paris—(50 Rue Donai). I will leave for Russia around December 15. I will be very happy to do the small service that you are asking me—and it will give me the occasion to be acquainted with an eminent writer, whose works I have read with great pleasure and whose love for my country has been known to me for a long time. I will have the honor to immediately inform you of my return to Paris.” A letter penned on the reverse in Lacroix’s hand forwards the letter, reading, in part (translated): “I did what you wished for, before researching, because I could not find the address of M. T. The attached letter will let you know that I finally have it and that I have succeeded. When writing him I made the point to name you…so that you already have your entry in the mind of our famous novelist. It is done.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds.

The recipient, Lacroix, wrote under the pseudonym ‘P. L. Jacob, bibliophile,’ or ‘Bibliophile Jacob,’ producing several historical romances as well as serious historical studies, including one on the life and times of Tsar Nicholas I. Turgenev’s love of Russia is a theme throughout his oeuvre, with works such as Rudin and Fathers and Sons embodying the ideals of his generation, and A Nest of the Gentry filled nostalgia for the irretrievable past and with love for the Russian countryside. A rare and exceedingly desirable letter from late in his life, when he was recognized as a dominant force in Russian literature, surpassing even Tolstoy and Dostoyevsky. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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The voice of the French Enlightenment—“an old man who is fed up” 516. Voltaire. LS in French, signed “Voltaire,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.75, February 26, 1775. Letter to a gentleman. In full (translated): “An old man who is fed up has been somewhat encouraged upon receiving your excellent treatise. I admire the goodness of your heart as well as your eloquence, for I suppose it is thanks to you that I have this masterpiece. I see that you have forgiven me for having an opinion contrary to your own.

You have sensed how much I must have been afflicted formerly, and how much I am still, and will be until the last moment of my life, by useless cruelty of which one cannot think without the services rendered by those who have committed it, and I have gotten everything confused. This is how passions are created. My greatest passions today at the gratitude that I owe you, Sir, and the regret of not having been able to hear you. I place at your feet the work of a young man who at first had given me some hope, but he did not keep his promises.” In fine condition, with light intersecting folds and mild show-through from writing to opposing sides.

‘Nature renders men eloquent under the influence of great interests or passions,’ wrote Voltaire in his 1764 Dictionnaire Philosophique, one of his last major works, which represented a lifetime of contemplation. What many would dash off as an obligatory note of thanks for a piece of writing received, Voltaire turns into a beautifully written letter, both praising the recipient’s eloquence and offering his own. “I admire the goodness of your heart as well as your eloquence, for I suppose it is thanks to you that I have this masterpiece. I see that you have forgiven me for having an opinion contrary to your own,” he writes, continuing on to humble himself as he commends his recipient. A delightful letter from the “old man who is fed up,” living out his final years in his quiet chateau in Ferney, France. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Massive cabinet photo inscribed to his biographer’s wife 517. Emile Zola. Magnificent oversized 8.75 x 12.75 cabinet card–style bust

portrait of Zola wearing his pince-nez glasses, prominently signed and inscribed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “a madame Paul Alexis, en hommage et en souvenir de bonne affections, Emile Zola.” Published by Eugene Pirou of Paris circa 1895. In very good condition, with a significant diagonal crack passing to the left of the signature but affecting the inscription, several less noticeable cracks and surface wrinkles, and scattered spotting. Paul Alexis was the close friend and biographer of Zola, and Cezanne painted a portrait of them together in 1869–70. An exceedingly rare oversized format for this period, with an excellent personal association. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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520. Authors

521. Authors

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523. Katharine Lee Bates Starting Bid $200

522. Authors

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524. Samuel Beckett Starting Bid $200

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525. Bohemian Club Starting Bid $200

526. Edgar Rice Burroughs and Henry Miller

527. Camilo Jose Cela

528. Paul Celan

530. Richard Henry Dana, Jr

531. Daphne du Maurier

532. Robert Frost

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529. James Fenimore Cooper Starting Bid $200

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533. Gunter Grass

534. Han Suyin

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538. Washington Irving Starting Bid $200

541. Lin Yutang Starting Bid $200

544. Arthur Miller Starting Bid $200

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536. Horror Authors

537. Julia Ward Howe

539. Elfriede Jelinek

540. Selma Lagerlof

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542. Jack London and Manfred Lee Starting Bid $200

545. Margaret Mitchell Starting Bid $200

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543. Edna St. Vincent Millay

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546. Anais Nin

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547. Eugene O’Neill Starting Bid $200

548. Sully Prudhomme

549. Rainer Maria Rilke

550. Samuel Rogers

551. Carl Sandburg

552. Arthur Schnitzler

553. Arthur Schnitzler

554. Maurice Sendak

555. Booth Tarkington

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556. Frank Wedekind Starting Bid $200

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557. Tennessee Williams Starting Bid $200

559. Tennessee Williams and Louis Bromfield Starting Bid $200

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560. P. G. Wodehouse Starting Bid $200

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558. Tennessee Williams Starting Bid $200

561. Andrew Wyeth Starting Bid $200

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classic music 565. Ludwig van Beethoven.

Two strands of Beethoven’s hair, each about two inches long when straightened, presented in an attractive display featuring a large portrait and engraved plaque detailing the provenance, in part: “Acquired at an auction in 1994 at Sotheby’s in London. The lock was obtained by Ferdinand Hiller, a 15 year old music student who accompanied his teacher to Beethoven’s house on the day following the great composer’s death. Ferdinand kept the lock until 1883 when he gave the hair as a 30th birthday present to his son, Paul, a journalist. Upon Paul’s death the hair was passed on to one of his three sons who, in turn, presented the lock to Dr. Lkay Fremming. Dr. Fremming practiced medicine in Denmark and was involved in an underground movement to transport Jews safely into Sweden.” The display is nicely double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 21 x 16.75. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from University Archives and additional provenance documentation. Starting Bid $300

566. Phillips Brooks. American

clergyman (1835– 1893) best known as the lyricist of the popular Christmas carol ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem.’

Lengthy AQS on an off-white 4.25 x 6 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Phillips Brooks, February 22, 1886.”

Brooks pens a religious quote, in full: “All truly consecrated men learn little by little that what they are consecrated to is not joy or sorrow but a divine idea & a profound obedience, which can find their full outward expression not in joy & not in sorrow but in a mysterious & inseparable blending of the two.” Matted and framed with a period portrait of Brooks to an overall size of 12.5 x 9.5. In fine condition, with toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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567. Enrico Caruso. Handsome 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Caruso seated in an armchair, signed in black ink, “Enrico Caruso, 1909.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling, and stray brushes of ink to his facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

568. Enrico Caruso. Postcard depicting Trader’s Bank in Toronto,

5.5 x 3.5, postmarked in May 1908, signed in the correspondence area in thick black ink, “Meilleur souvenir, Caruso.” Also addressed in Caruso’s hand to an address in Frankfurt, Germany. In fine condition, with a few slight creases and erased pencil notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

569. Pablo Casals. A two-bar AMQS of a piece by Johann Sebastian Bach on an off-white 7.75 x 5.5 sheet, signed below and dated 1972; and a TLS, one page, personal letterhead, March 20, 1972, in part: “My belated thanks for…your account of the UCLA reception in honor of Henry Miller’s 80th birthday.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an appealing original watercolor painting of Casals by an unknown artist on a small sheet. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“The Emperor of China seems to be playing autocrat with unequaled skill” 570. Claude Debussy. ALS

in French, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 6, no date. Letter to a friend, in part (translated): “The Emperor of China seems to be playing autocrat with unequaled skill. That’s why he will never understand that the world is not there to indulge him and, besides, that no singer has the bad taste to not worry about the state of his serfs. I have done and will continue to do what I possibly can in this affair, hoping for the sake of God, the tsar, and the fatherland!, that I will have the necessary time to act!” Light scattered soiling and a rusty paperclip mark to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Though undated, this letter was likely penned around 1900, when an eight-nation alliance—including France, the Russian Empire, and the German empire—intervened in China’s violent uprising known as the Boxer Rebellion. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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From his powerful grand opera ‘Vanda’ 571. Antonin Dvorak. Esteemed Czech composer (1841–1904) of orchestral and chamber music, best known for his Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ Bold AMQS on an off-white 6 x 4.25 sheet. Dvorak pens eight intricate bars from his opera ‘Vanda,’ signing underneath, “Antonin Dvorak, 20/1 1904.” Matted with a portrait of Dvorak to an overall size of 7.75 x 11.5. In fine condition. A supremely desirable musical quotation by the preeminent modern composer.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

572. Cesar Franck. Com-

poser and pianist (1822–1890) who won some official recognition as the nominated successor of Benoist as organ professor at the Conservatoire.

ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7, no date.

In part (translated): “Don’t worry about our Saturday meeting. I shall be absent because of a sad occasion. However, if you should come at 9:30 we would rehearse the duet.” In fine condition. Nice musical content from the acclaimed pianist.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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573. Ossip Gabrilowitsch. Russian-born American pianist, conductor and composer (1878–1936) who married Clara Clemens, daughter of Samuel L. Clemens. Vintage mattefinish 7.25 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my dear friends Mignon and Fred, with love and affection, Ossip. Detroit, Nov. 18th, 1928.” Framed to an overall size of 8 x 10. In very good condition, with noticeable silvering to dark areas of the image and around the signature, and light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

574. Reinhold Gliere. Rus-

sian composer (1875–1956) who concentrated primarily on monumental operas, ballets, and cantatas. Uncommon matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed in Cyrillic in fountain pen, “R. Gliere.” In very good condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image, small t ac k h o l e s t o top and bottom edges, and some areas of the image traced over for further definition (including the lapels of his jacket and eyeglass rims). Only the second item we have offered signed by the famed composer. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

575. Charles Gounod. French

composer (1818–1893) best remembered for his composition of ‘Ave Maria.’ Uncommon single-sheet concert program, 5.25 x 8.25, signed and inscribed on the front in black ink by Gounod below an affixed photo of celebrated soprano Christine Nilsson. In very good condition, with scattered soiling and surface rubbing, missing lower left corner, and pin holes along upper and lower edges. Reverse bears a detailed program listing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

576. Dmitri Kabalevsky.

Russian composer (1904– 1987) who helped to set up the Union of Soviet Composers in Moscow and remained one of its leading figures. Felt tip signature and inscription, “To Dave Staton, D. Kabalevsky 1979,” on an off-white 7.5 x 9.5 mount bearing an affixed matte-finish 4 x 5 portrait. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

577. Herbert von Karajan. Unique pair of different candid glossy 3.5 x 2.25 photos of the conductor walking through the city, each signed in blue ballpoint. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by two unsigned press photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

578. Edward MacDowell. Scarce unsigned handwritten musical quotation on an off-white 6.5 x 2.25 slip affixed to a slightly larger card. MacDowell pens five measures of music from ‘Soubrette,’ the first piece from his Marionettes opus. In fine condition, with two very neatly repaired vertical tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Concerning the score of his Symphony No. 3 579. Bohuslav Martinu. Prolific

Bohemian-Czech composer (1890– 1959) of modern classical music.

ALS signed “B. Martinu,” one page, 5.75 x 9, October 6, 1945. Letter to “Mr. Rogers,” possibly American composer Bernard Rogers. In part (spelling and grammar retained): “I am very sorry and I send you immediately the score of III Symphony, but it is probably to late. You must have over there anyway me second score. I sended twoa scores and matirial allready last year. I hope you had not so much troubles with mistakes.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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580. David Oistrakh. Rus-

582. Sergei Prokofiev. Eminent

sian violin virtuoso (1908–1974).

Russian release of Brahm’s Violin Concerto in D major op. 77, performed

by Igor Oistrakh and conducted by his father David, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip

by David Oistrakh.

In fine condition, with some light rubbing and wear to cover and a small separation along spine. The record is included. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

and prolific Russian composer (1891– 1953) best known for his colorful, rhythmically vigorous works, including symphonies, operas, and much music for keyboard and chamber ensembles. Choice AMQS on a thin off-white 6.25 x 5 onionskin sheet, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Serge Prokofieff, To Mr. Joseph Huntley.” Prokofiev provides the opening bars to his 1921 Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major, which he titles below, “3rd Concerto.” In fine condition, with mild toning. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

581. Marie Pleyel.

583. Giacomo Puccini. ALS

Belgian pianist (1811–1875) considered one of the finest of her time who was once engaged to Hector Berlioz. Untranslated ALS in French, signed “M. Pleyel,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, embossed Angouleme letterhead, February 24. Letter to poet Joseph Autran, thanking him profusely for ‘crowning’ her with the magnificent verses that he wrote in homage to her. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, and a few light creases.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

584. Giacomo Puccini. Ink signature, “G. Puccini,” on an off-white 4.5 x 1.75 slip. Light soiling and a couple pinholes affecting the signature (one to the last letter and one to the paraph), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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in Italian, signed “G. Puccini,” one page, 6 x 9.75, May 12, 1891.

Untranslated letter written before the performance of his opera Edgar in Lucca, addressed to a friend of the composer in Torre del Lago. In very good condition, with partial separations to mailing folds, small edge tears, and overall toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Shortly after the premiere of Bolero 585. Maurice Ravel. Highly influential French composer (1875–1937) who remains

unsurpassed in his imaginative use of instrumental color in his operas, brilliantly scored orchestral music, and virtuosic piano pieces. Boldly penned ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7.5, personal Le Belvedere letterhead, January 10, 1929. Letter to his friend, English music critic Edwin Evans, asking him to relay a message to Sir Hugh Allen, “to tell him how much I appreciate the honor done me at the Anglo-French Luncheon Club,” to which he accepts the invitation. Also addressed on the reverse in Ravel’s hand. In fine condition.

This luncheon was held in honor of Ravel two weeks later on January 24 at the the Princes’ Restaurant in London, and was presided over by Sir Hugh Allen, the director of the Royal College of Music. Ravel’s iconic work, Bolero, had premiered two months earlier at the Paris Opera. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

586. Gioacchino Rossini. Important Italian composer (1792–1868) who became one of the seminal figures in the history of opera with such repertoire staples as The Barber of Seville and William Tell. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Rossini,” one page both sides, 8 x 10.5, May 14, 1850. Untranslated letter to “Angelo” concerning the sale of a residence for 19,000 scudi without the rented furniture, the glass, china, pottery, or antique busts. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light toning, some haloing to ink, and moderate to heavy show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Superb line of music from the great Rossini 587. Gioacchino Rossini. Immensely desirable AMQS on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card, signed in the center, “G. Rossini, Kissingen, 12 Aut 1856.” Rossini pens five bars of unidentified music.

He also adds the place and date, Kissingen, August 12, 1856, along the bottom. Affixed to a 5.75 x 4.75 mount. In fine condition.

Rossini is quite uncommon in musical quotes. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Salieri—instructor of Beethoven, Schubert, and Liszt—pens a duet

588. Antonio Salieri. Venetian composer and conductor (1750–1825). As the Austrian imperial Kapellmeister from 1788 to 1824, he was one of the most important and famous musicians of his time. Signed autograph musical manuscript on two 12.5 x 8.5 musically lined sheets.

On the front page Salieri writes, “Un duettino e un Terzino da cantarsi alla campagna, Salieri,” and the date of 1817. Inside manuscript contains two vocal pieces, 38 bars of music and lyrics overall, including a duet for two soprano voices (in 3 two-line systems) and a trio for soprano, alto, and basso voices (in 3 two-line systems). Front cover also bears an ownership signature of Louise von Zedlitz. In fine condition, with some mild toning. A phenomenal musical piece from the highly esteemed Salieri. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Sending the “music of ‘Verklarter Nacht’ and one of my ‘Gurrelieder’” 589. Arnold Schonberg. Austrian-born composer

(1874–1951) whose development of the twelve-tone system proved to be one of the most far-reaching innovations in the history of twentieth-century music. TLS in German, one page, 8.5 x 10.75, October 22, 1949. Nice letter to Eaghor Kostetzky. In part (translated): “I am sending you a small brochure where you can find the most important things on my biography. Moreover I am sending you the so-called ‘Gehende Selbsportrait,’ which is one of my rather known portraits, and a small manuscript including a quote of music of ‘Verklarter Nacht’ and one of my ‘Gurrelieder.’” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light creases. An especially desirable letter as he references two of his great works. ‘Verklarte Nacht [Transfigured Night],’ a string sextet, was composed by him over the course of three weeks in 1899 and is considered his earliest important work. ‘Gurrelieder’ is a massive cantata for five vocal soloists, narrator, chorus, and large orchestra, composed over the course of a decade from 1900 to 1911. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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590. Arthur Rubinstein. TLS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, The Drake letterhead, February 20, 1967.

Letter to Alan Kusler of the Rochester Civic Music Association. In part: “I think I will arrive on the day of the concert…so it would be possible to make the interview sometime in the afternoon.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

591. Dmitri Shostakovich. Soviet composer

(1906–1975) whose fifteen symphonies occupy a place of central performance in the orchestral literature of the twentieth century. Scarce mattefinish 3.25 x 5 photo of Shostakovich in a pensive pose, signed in Cyrillic in fountain pen. Wrinkling and adhesive remnants near the top, slightly irregularly trimmed edges, and subtle fading to the signature, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

592. Franz Schubert. Six short strands of Schubert’s hair, presented in a handsome display featuring a portrait and engraved plaque detailing the provenance, in part: “A lock of Franz Schubert’s hair given to Mr. Otto Erich Deutsch cut right after his death and sent by Dr. Kaindlsberger to Knight Von Hartmann in Linz, who was personally acquainted with Schubert.” The display is double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 16. In fine condition. Accompanied by several pages of photocopied documentation as to the hair’s origins, including a 1928 letter from a member of the Von Hartmann family. Starting Bid $200

593. John Philip Sousa. Cardstock 5.25 x 3.25 photo showing

Sousa and his band in Europe, signed in the lower border in pencil, “John Philip Sousa, 1907.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 9. Staining to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Remarkable imperial cabinet portrait 594. Giuseppe Verdi. Rare 7 x 9.75 imperial cabinet photo

of Verdi in a bust-length pose, signed in black ink, “G. Verdi, Montecatini, 1 Agosto 1898.” Published by Pietro Tempestini of Spezia. Small areas of surface loss near the bottom of the image, wear to white lettering on the mount, and subtle fading to portions of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Verdi frequented Montecatini throughout the last twenty years of his life, an area of Italy known for its spa and a destination for many of his contemporaries, such as Mascagni and Leoncavallo. At this point, he had finished writing his last work, Quattro pezzi sacri, which had been performed in Paris for the first time in April. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

595. Oscar Straus. Viennese composer (1870–1954) of operet-

tas, film scores, and cabaret songs. Neatly penned AMQS on an off-white 7 x 4.75 album page, signed and inscribed in ink, “To Abe Meyer, Remembrances of working on ‘Make a Wish,’ Oscar Straus, Hollywood 1937.” Straus pens five bars of music, adding the lyrics below, “There’s music in my heart.” Moderate irregular overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Straus wrote the score for the 1937 film Make a Wish, which Abe Meyer oversaw as musical supervisor. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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596. Fritz Wunderlich. Gifted German operatic tenor (1930–1966) who died from a fall at the age of 36. Vintage glossy 4 x 5.75 headand-shoulders photo, signed in fountain pen. Stamp-dated December 4, 1962, on the reverse. In fine condition, with a few subtle surface impressions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

contemporary music

The Allman Brothers pay “Rent on Cabin”—Idlewild South 600. Allman Brothers. Collection of four items, each signed by one or more members

of the band, including: a scarce The Allman Bros. Band business check, 8 x 3, filled out and signed by Duane Allman, payable to Stanley Stater for $165, April 1, 1970, noted in the memo field as a payment for “Rent on Cabin through April 20, 1970”; a glossy 7.5 x 9.5 Epic Records publicity photo, signed in black felt tip by Gregg Allman, Warren Hayes, and Butch Trucks; a greatest hits CD booklet, signed in silver ink by Gregg Allman, Dickey Betts, Butch Trucks, and Jaimoe; and a 2nd Set CD booklet, signed in black felt tip by Dickey Betts. Double-matted together to an overall size of 17 x 19. Expected cancellation holes to the check and severe scattered golding to the photo, otherwise overall fine condition. The check signed by Duane Allman is of particular importance— not only are his autographs extremely scarce due to his early death at the age of 24, but it is a payment for their “Cabin,” which they named ‘Idlewild South.’ They rented out the ramshackle farmhouse to use as a rehearsal space and for wild parties, using the name as the title for their second studio album, which was released in September 1970. An immensely desirable grouping highlighted by this check. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Dating to August 1963— their international breakthrough

601. Beatles. Bold vintage ink signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on an off-white

6 x 2 card, with a collector’s notation below McCartney’s signature reading, “Beatles, Springfield Theatre, August 7, 1963.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold (not affecting any signatures) and a couple stray ink spots affecting Lennon’s signatures. These Beatles signatures date to the beginning of their breakthrough to international stardom. Their second single, ‘From Me to You,’ began to catch on in America thanks to airplay on Los Angeles’s KRLA radio station, and on August 10th it peaked at number 116 on the ‘bubbling under’ portion of the Billboard Hot 100—the first time the Beatles appeared on a national chart in the United States. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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Signed while filming Help! on the River Thames 602. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, Paul Mc-

Cartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on an off-white 5 x 4 sheet of folded business letterhead, signed while filming Help! on April 24, 1965.

Also signed on the opposing side by actor Patrick Cargill, who played the superintendent in the film; an unrelated map is drawn on the lower portion of the sheet and various notes are penned on the reverse, as it was a piece of scrap paper. Light scattered staining and soiling, and showthrough from notes to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient and a sheet showing six high-quality copies of candid photographs she took of the band members and actors on the film set. Her letter, in part: “During my stay at a house in Strand on the Green, Chiswick, West London, some of the filming of ‘Help’ took place. On Saturday 24 April 1965 the Beatles were filmed being chased along the river side (Thames) and also at a scene at the pub. The Beatles and Paul [sic, Patrick] Cargill sat outside the house in between takes and it was then that I obtained the autographs…on…the first piece of paper that came to hand. I took quite a few photographs of the filming activities.” The pub mentioned, known as The City Barge, is on the Thames. Help! was the second feature film made by the Beatles and is a comedy adventure which sees the group come up against an evil cult. A highly desirable fully signed piece with excellent provenance.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

603. Beatles. Desirably early and uninscribed vintage ballpoint signatures, “Beatles, Paul McCartney xxx,” “John Lennon xxx,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr, xx,” on an off-white 4 x 5.5 album page, signed circa April–May 1963. In very good condition, with multiple horizontal folds, moderate to heavy overall creases and wrinkles, scattered soiling, and toned tape remnants along the top edge. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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Parlophone card signed in March 1963, the week after releasing Please Please Me

604. Beatles. Parlophone promo card of the Beatles from March of 1963, 5.75 x 3.5, featuring a charming image of the band in matching

suits, signed and inscribed on the reverse in bold blue ballpoint, “To Jane, love from the Beatles, George Harrison xxx,” “Paul McCartney xxx,” “Ringo Starr, xxx,” “John Lennon xxx,” and signed once again by Starr. In very good to fine condition, with a crease to the left side passing through the first letters of some signatures, and some slight brushing to ink. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I was lucky enough to get the Beatles autographs when they came to the De Monfort Hall in March 1963. They were a support act to Chris Montez and Tommy Roe and they were not even named on the tickets.” Also accompanied by her Official Beatles Fan Club membership card and club letter. This show, which took place on March 31, 1963, concluded the Beatles’ second theatre tour of the UK for which they shared the bill with Montez and Roe. By the next time they played De Monfort Hall—December 1, 1963—Beatlemania was in full swing. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

Exclusive access to the Beatles on BBC’s Juke Box Jury

Unused ticket for the Fab Four’s last London show

605. Beatles.

Scarce unsigned pass to the filming of a special edition of the BBC television show Juke Box Jury at the Empire Theatre on December 7, 1963, 5.75 x 4, issued exclusively to members of the official Beatles “Northern Area Fan Club.”

In very good condition, with a large ballpoint notation and moderate scattered creases. Tickets for this event were never available to the public and issued only to members of the band’s “Northern Area Fan Club.” Juke Box Jury was a weekly program featuring a celebrity panel giving their opinions on recently released records, rating them as ‘hit’ or ‘miss.’ After recording the show, the Beatles performed a 30-minute set for the invited fans. A highly desirable and rarely seen piece. Starting Bid $200

606. Beatles. Exceedingly rare full unused concert ticket for the last show the Beatles ever played in London, 4 x 2.5, held at the Astoria Cinema at Finsbury Park on December 11, 1965. In fine condition, with mild creases and the perforation fragile but entirely intact. Given the band’s immense popularity at this time, Beatles concerts were invariably sold out, making complete tickets from this period extremely rare. This example is also historically significant, as it represents not only their final London show but their penultimate full-length concert ever performed in the UK. Starting Bid $200

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607.

Beatles.

Collection of three tickets to Beatles appearances, including: a ticket for their show at the Public Hall in Preston on September 13, 1963; a full unused ticket to the Liverpool premiere of A Hard Day’s Night at the Odeon Theatre on July 10, 1964; and a full unused ticket to their show at King’s Hall in Balmoral on November 2, 1964. Partial separation to the perforation of the Hard Day’s Night ticket, otherwise overall fine condition.

Despite its official premiere in London on July 6th, A Hard Day’s Night made its Northern debut in their hometown on July 10th with the Beatles and manager Brian Epstein in attendance. Starting Bid $200

1963 pass to a private fan club performance 608. Beatles. Rare special pass for an official Beatles “Southern

Area Fan Club” event, 8 x 5, held at the Wimbledon Palais Ballroom on December 14, 1963. In very good condition, with scattered creases. This event took place one week after the Beatles had given the special concert for members of their ‘Northern Area Fan Club.’ Fearing damage to the stage from ravenous fans afflicted with Beatlemania, the Wimbledon Palais management built a separate performance platform surrounded by a steel cage to separate the crowd from the band. Starting Bid $200

Extremely rare autographs from the 1964 World Tour, with Jimmie Nicol filling in 609. Beatles and Jimmie Nicol. Postcard depicting a British Overseas

Airways Corporation Rolls-Royce 707 Jetliner, 5.5 x 3.5, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Jimmie Nicol. In very good condition, with a significant creased central fold passing through a portion of Lennon’s signature, and moderate creases throughout (much more noticeable on the front image than on the reverse). Nicol replaced Ringo Starr from June 3–15, 1964, at the start of the Beatles’ World Tour, while Ringo was suffering from tonsillitis and pharyngitis. An extremely rare piece, as Nicol was with the Beatles for under two weeks, playing a total of eight shows. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $500

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610. Beatles: George Harrison. Scarce ALS signed “George Harrison,”

one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting a crock of Boston baked beans against the great city’s skyline, postmarked November 17, 1976. Letter to Mindi White of North Hollywood. In full: “Greeting from Bean town! Merliss say’s you’re the grayster? (I think He’s mad).” Also addressed in Harrison’s hand. Subtle blocks of toning to the left side and top edge, and a crease to the lower right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

The quiet Beatle and his muse 611. Beatles: George and Pattie Harrison. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison” and “Pattie Harrison,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3 card bearing an affixed magazine photo of George. In very good to fine condition, with toned adhesive remnants affecting the ends of the signatures, and the affixed photo beginning to peel. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a statement from the original recipient, noting that the signatures were obtained outside Harrison’s house in September 1966.

Harrison first met Boyd on the set of A Hard Day’s Night in 1964 and the two wed in early 1966, beginning a tumultuous marriage that would result in separation in 1974. According to Boyd, Harrison wrote the song ‘Something’ for her, and she was also the inspiration for much of Eric Clapton’s Layla album in 1970; she would marry Clapton in 1979. An uncommon and desirable pairing. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Playful Lennon sketches from the collection of his early publisher 612. Beatles: John Lennon. Rare original unsigned ink sketch by Lennon on an off-white 10 x 7 sheet, showing a long line of about twenty different characters, including a naked woman (presumably Cynthia Lennon), a kangaroo, several sheep, a small bespectacled man, a man riding an animal, an elephant, and several other little people and animals. In fine condition, with a small block of tape toning to upper right. Previously sold by Christie’s, 1991. The sketch originates from the collection of Tom Maschler, Lennon’s publisher at Jonathan Cape, and the man responsible for getting Lennon in print after being shown a sample of his verses and simple line drawings.

This sketch may have been intended to be included in either In His Own Write or A Spaniard in the Works, both filled with Lennon illustrations. A crisply penned example of Lennon’s light-hearted artistic talent, ranging from the detailed and lifelike to the humorous and abstract—a supremely desirable piece. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 171

613. Beatles: John Lennon. Prominent circa 1976 ballpoint signature, “John

Lennon,” on an off-white 5.75 x 4 slip. In fine condition, with a fold across the bottom edge, trivial skipping to beginning of signature, and a PSA/DNA label affixed to the lower right corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Yoko “and her famous husband John Lennon” 614. Beatles: John Lennon and Yoko Ono.

Signed book: Grapefruit. Second edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1970. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 5.5. Signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the first free end page to Swiss actor and theater critic Pierre Biner, “To Pierre, with love, Yoko Ono,” and “and her famous husband John Lennon 71!” adding self portrait caricatures of himself and Yoko. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. A charming and witty example of Lennon taking a back seat to his wife’s work, as she presents her art in America, at the same time the Beatles were dissolving. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

Rare 1973 Capitol Records letter for “Approximately Infinite Universe” 615. Beatles: John Lennon and Yoko Ono. TLS signed “Yoko Ono” with a post-

script signed “John Lennon,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Capitol Records letterhead, March 9, 1973. Letter to WBRU radio disc jockey Andy Simons. In full: “I’ve been wanting to write to thank you for giving me the airtime to talk about my new album, and to thank you for the attention you’ve paid ‘Approximately Infinite Universe’ since its release. I am very pleased with the positive attitude and remarks that have been the essence of reaction to the album in the U.S. and abroad.” Signed at the conclusion by Ono, with a short typed postscript which reads, “I agree,” signed by John Lennon. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of Lennon’s signature), scattered creases, and a few tack holes, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “This is a rare typed letter on Capitol Records letterhead signed by both.”

On top of producing his wife’s album, Lennon had also played guitar and sang backing vocals under the pseudonym of Joel Nohnn, an anagram of John Lennon. Around the same time, he was busy meeting with George Harrison and Ringo Starr to block the release of a Beatles bootleg album Alpha Omega, which the band countered by releasing their red and blue double albums. Fabulous musical content from the famous couple.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

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616. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Black

t-shirt featuring the Let It Be album cover on the front and text on the back, size medium, signed on the back in silver ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

“I love to hear that people like yourself sympathize with our views”

618. Beatles: Paul McCartney. The Space Within Us DVD

signed on the outer cardstock sleeve in black felt tip, “Paul McCartney,” and in silver ink, “Paul.” In fine condition. The DVD is included.

An unusual twice-signed item. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

619. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Ballpoint signa-

tures and inscription, “To Carol, all the best, from Paul McCartney, and” and “Linda McCartney,” on an off-white 6 x 4 card. In very good condition, with light creases and stains affecting a portion of the inscription and a couple letters of Paul’s signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. The signatures were obtained circa 1982 at Pinewood Studios. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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617. Beatles: Paul McCartney. ALS entirely in McCartney’s hand, signed on behalf of himself and his wife, “Paul (& Lin) McCartney,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, illustrated pig letterhead, no date but postmarked June 12, 1987. Letter reads, in full: “Just a note to thank you for your sentiments expressed in your letter. Linda & I love to hear that people like yourself sympathize with our views, and are thus encouraged to go on talking about our ‘cranky’ thoughts!” In fine, clean condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in McCartney’s hand, as well as a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. In a 1984 newspaper article, McCartney described his views on ecology as ‘sort of cranky’—meaning eccentric—and promoted the ideas of animal rights and vegetarianism. McCartney is notoriously scarce in handwritten letters, even more so with such intriguing content. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

Blind Faith. Selftitled album signed on the back cover in black ballpoint

by Eric Clapton (with an uncommon full signature), in black felt tip by Ginger Baker and Rick Grech, and signed and inscribed in blue felt tip

by Steve Winwood. Album also bears a signature and inscription, “To Steve from Jim,” possibly the album’s producer, Jimmy Miller, who is most likely inscribing to Steve Winwood. Research indicates that these signatures were acquired in person at the Houston Music Hall by the late Larry Lent, a journalist in Houston from 1969-1991.

Matted and framed with a group photo and a small caption to an overall size of 15.25 x 27.25. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling and edge wear. A scarce and extremely desirable classic rock piece.

Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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622.

Cream.

Crisp black felt tip signatures of Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and Ginger Baker on a white 6 x 4 card. Card bears a collector’s notation at the top. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

621. The Clash. Four signed photos: satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Paul Simonon, signed in silver ink; glossy 8 x 12 photos of Mick Jones and Topper Headon, each signed in felt tip; and a 5.75 x 8 book photo of Joe Strummer, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few bends and creases to Simonon’s photo. Accompanied by three full letters of authenticity from James Spence (Strummer, Jones, and Headon).

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

623. George Gershwin. Per-

sonal check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Gershwin, payable to The Greeneville Farm for $17.62, December 23, 1935. Nicely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12.5 x 17. In fine condition, with a few vertical folds and expected cancellation holes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

624. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Rare Jerry Garcia

Band Home Account check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Garcia, payable to Archbold Insurance for $541, March 7, 1985. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps to both sides. The Jerry Garcia Band was formed by the Grateful Dead founder in 1975 as a side-project and featured a rotating collection of musicians who toured and occasionally recorded, usually during the Dead’s downtime.

Shortly before writing this check, the members of the Grateful Dead held an intervention in an attempt to halt Garcia’s decade-long addiction to heroin. He fought to kick the habit while on tour throughout 1985, and by 1986 was completely clean. An extremely uncommon offering. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

625. Jimi Hendrix. Choice ballpoint signature, “Be Groovy, Jimi Hendrix,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2 slip. Double-matted with a photo of Hendrix with his guitar on fire to an overall size of 12 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

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628. Michael Jackson. Color satin-finish

11 x 14 photo of Jackson on stage, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/ REAL. Starting Bid $200

626. Jimi Hendrix Experience. Vintage felt tip signatures of Jimi Hendrix, Mitch Mitchell, and Buddy Miles, all signing with first names only, on an off-white 8 x 5.5 card bearing an affixed image and collector’s notations. Affixed to a slightly larger sheet. Light scattered soiling and uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Rare uninscribed 1976 Swan Song promo

627. Led Zeppelin: John Bonham. Rare tri-fold 1976 Led Zep-

pelin press release from their Swan Song record label, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the front beneath an image of the group in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, John Bonham.” In very good condition, with light creases and scattered staining (lightly affecting portions of the signature area).

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Classic Elvis image signed for his Army buddy

629. Elvis Presley. Wonderful vintage 8 x 10 program photo of Elvis in a handsome head-and-shoulders pose, taken from the inside of Presley’s 1957 Photo Folio, signed against the light background in blue ballpoint, “Elvis Presley.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter of provenance from the widow of Jerry Ledford, Elvis’s Second Lieutenant while at Fort Hood, stating that her husband was in the Army and assigned to basic training at Fort Hood at the same time Elvis was there, and that he occasionally helped to ‘smuggle’ Elvis off of the base in an effort to evade fans and paparazzi; near the end of his training, Elvis signed pages of a souvenir photo booklet for them. A fantastic image of Presley from the late 1950s, enhanced by its excellent provenance. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 175

631. Elvis Presley. Ink

signature and inscription, “To Donna, yours sincerely, Elvis Presley,” on an off-white 4.25 x 3.75 album page.

In fine condition, with a subtle block of toning and irregularly trimmed edges. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

632. Rolling Stones. Excel-

lent color glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Rolling Stones backstage, signed in blue felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman, and Ronnie Wood. In very fine condition, with fair contrast to Watts’s signature against his dark shirt. A sought-after fully signed photo of the 1980s iteration of the band. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

634. Queen. A Day at the Races album signed on the front cover in yellow artist’s pencil by Freddie Mercury, Roger Taylor, and Brian May, and in blue felt tip by John Deacon. Some scattered edge wear and dings, and a partial separation to one edge, otherwise fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Scarce fully signed 1964 Decca promo card 633. Rolling Stones. Vintage circa 1964 Decca Records promo card of the group, 5.5 x 4.25, signed in ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. Scattered soiling affecting the overall appearance and a few small spots of surface loss to reverse edges, otherwise fine condition. This features the same image used for the cover of the band’s self-titled debut EP, which Decca released in January 1964 to test the commercial appeal of the Rolling Stones before they would commit to producing a full album. A desirable fully signed example from their early years, soon to break through to international stardom. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

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Eerily powerful lyrics from Joey 635. The Ramones: Joey Ramone.

Handwritten lyrics to an apparently unpublished song by Joey Ramone. The untitled and unsigned lyrics are written on both sides of an 11 x 8.5 off-white sheet. Lyrics read, in part (with grammar and spelling retained): “If things weren‘t strange / enough / If things weren‘t freaky / enough / If ya got a problem just / pick up a gun / & blow your schoolmates / away…If things weren‘t freaky enough / just wait.” In fine condition, a central vertical crease and a couple trivial edge tears. A much darker offering from Joey. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the Joey Ramone Estate. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

“Schizophrenic backstabbin so called 2 faced friends” 636. The Ramones: Joey Ramone. Handwritten lyric fragment for an apparently unpublished song by Joey Ramone. The untitled and unsigned fragment is written on the reverse of a restaurant check for a meal of spaghetti and a side of spinach. Ramone writes, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “Sick of everybody & I’m / sick of everything / egocenntric / paranoid schizophrenic / backstabbin so called / 2 faced friends.” In fine condition. A great example which shows Joey’s inspiration for writing could happen anytime and anywhere. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the Joey Ramone Estate. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

“Gun violence aint cool what happened to fist fightin” 637. The Ramones: Joey Ramone. Handwritten lyrics

to an apparently unpublished song by Joey Ramone. The untitled and unsigned lyrics are written on both sides of a 9 x 12 unopened envelope from from Corcorans of New York, addressed to “Jeff Hyman.” Ramone writes, in full (with grammar and spelling retained): “What’s with all / the violence / hatred / copycat killings / shootings in school / aint you got any / imagination gun violence / aint cool / what happened to / fist fightin / enraged—bout whats / goin on around here / this countrys / really fallen by / the fuckin / wayside / or is it the media that inspires this jive, but I’m / glad to be alive / is it the government / It’s like a bad / movie on the / late late show.” An interesting opinion of Ramone’s on the state of the country. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the Joey Ramone Estate.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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Promotional release of their politicallycharged anthem 638. U2. Sunday Bloody Sunday 12˝ single

signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Bono and Adam (Clayton), and in black felt tip by Edge. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases and edge wear. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

639. U2. Elevation CD poster featuring three images of the band,

signed in black felt tip, “Bono 2004,” and “Surfing Pat, Edge,” sketching feet and a surfboard at the bottom of Bono’s image. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few creases, and tape reinforcement along folds on reverse. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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640. U2. With or Without You single album signed on the reverse

in blue ballpoint and black felt tip by “Bono,” “Edge,” and “Larry.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases and edge wear, and some haloing to the Bono and Edge signatures. The record is included.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

641. U2. Large felt tip signatures of U2 on two off-white 4.75 x 7.75 cards, one signed “Bono ’88” and “Larry” and the other signed “Edge” and “Adam Clayton.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

642. Stevie Ray Vaughan. Live Alive album signed on the front

cover in gold ink, “All the love! Stevie Ray Vaughan.” In the “g” of his last name, Vaughan has also written, “C/S,” Spanish for Con Safos; literally translating to “with respect,” many Spanish artists added this to their work to protect it from future defacement. In fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by a mat for display purposes. Consignor notes that this album is from the collection of Craig Hopkins, biographer and president of the Stevie Ray Vaughan Fan Club. Excellent association piece, with the rarely added “C/S” in his signature. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

643. Stevie Ray Vaughan. Glossy 10 x 8 Epic Records

publicity photo of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, signed in black felt tip by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Tommy Shannon, Chris Layton, and Reese Wyman. In fine condition. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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645. 1960s Rock

646. Aerosmith

649. Badfinger: The Iveys

650. Sidney Bechet

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653. British Invasion Starting Bid $200

656. Nat King Cole Starting Bid $200

657. Crosby, Stills, and Nash Starting Bid $200

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647. Aerosmith Starting Bid $200

651. Bobby ‘Blue’ Bland Starting Bid $200

648. Louis Armstrong Starting Bid $200

652. Blues Musicians Starting Bid $200

654. British Rock

655. Hoagy Carmichael

658. Deep Purple

659. Deep Purple

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660. John Denver

661. Bo Diddley

662. Willie Dixon

663. Duke Ellington

664. Eurythmics

665. Eurythmics

666. Ella Fitzgerald

667. The Five Americans

668. Fleetwood Mac Starting Bid $200

669. Foreigner: Mick Jones

670. Guns N’ Roses Starting Bid $200

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672. Iron Butterfly

673. Iron Maiden

674. Jefferson Airplane

675. Jefferson Airplane

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671. Heart

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676. Elton John

677. Jerome Kern

678. Huey Lewis

679. Jerry Lee Lewis

680. Lightnin’ Hopkins

681. Lovin’ Spoonful

682. Madonna Starting Bid $200

683. Manfred Mann and Cilla Black

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684. Marmalade

685. Clyde McPhatter

686. Modern Jazz Quartet

687. The Monkees

688. Moody Blues

689. Van Morrison

690. Mountain

691. Muddy Waters

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692. Jack Norworth Starting Bid $200

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694. Lou Reed

695. Little Richard

696. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

697. The Runaways

698. Harvey Schmidt

699. Ravi Shankar

700. Dusty Springfield

701. Bruce Springsteen Starting Bid $200

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702. Styx

703. James Taylor

704. James Taylor and Carole King

705. Thin Lizzy

706. Muddy Waters

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693. R.E.M.

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707. Yes

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classic entertainment Unique mid-century entertainment assemblage, featuring Porter, Lawford, and Wagner 710. Actors and Actresses. Large collection of approximately 100

ink signatures on five scrapbook pages, one of which is signed on both sides, including: Cole Porter, Michael Rennie, Van Johnson, Ethel Barrymore, Anne Baxter, John Hodiak, Ethel Merman, Cobina Wright, Peter Lawford, Gene [Tierney] Cassini, Joan Fontaine, Louis Jourdan, Joan Benett Wagner (2), Tyrone Power, Hedda Hopper (2), Bill Haines, Janet Gaynor, Oscar Levant, Charles Vidor, Mervyn LeRoy, Cathleen Nesbitt, Robert Wagner, Van Heflin, Michael Wilding, George Cukor (2), and Charles Brackett. In overall very good to fine condition, with light dings and small tears to edges, and a section of one page excised. Starting Bid $200

713. Marlon Brando. Scarce

711. Humphrey Bogart. Scarce vintage fountain pen signature, “Humphrey Bogart, ‘Bogie’,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 slip. Handsomely double-matted and framed with a portrait of Bogart to an overall size of 15 x 20.5. Slight skipping to the signature, irregularly trimmed edges, and a toned strip of tape to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. A highly desirable and seldom seen variation of his signature, with both his full name and nickname. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

712. Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Humphrey Bogart” and “Lauren Bacall Bogart,” on an off-white 6.75 x 2 slip clipped from a larger signed scrapbook page. In fine condition, with a couple loops from a trimmed off signature extending into Bogart’s, and the extreme bottom edge of the first letter of Bacall’s signature trimmed off. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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glossy 5 x 3.25 candid photo of Brando dressed in a dapper suit and sitting with a large group of people, signed on the front in green ballpoint, “Marlon Brando,” and signed again on the reverse, “My very best wishes, Marlon Brando.” In fine condition, with a small crease near the top edge and a few trivial surface impressions. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

714. Louise Brooks. ALS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, March 13, 1981.

Letter to Canadian collector and longtime correspondent Winston Jacobs, in part: “Paintings!

I loved, and still love, ART!...I would definitely say that abstract art is my favorite, as it allows me to use my imagination, and being the avid reader that I am, the imagination is a wonderful thing...Your collection of Art Deco sounds interesting, extensive, and very beautiful. I, as well as yourself, lived through the Art Deco era. During my film heyday I owned several ART Deco pieces but unfortunately had to sell them many years ago...An antique dealer bought all of my other pieces and paid me a rather paltry sum when I think of it now. That bastard must have made a tidy profit when he sold them. Today they would be worth thousands.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

716.

Directors.

Collection of 15 photos of film directors, ranging in size from 4 x 6 to 8 x 10, each signed in ink, including: Elia Kazan, Stanley Kramer, Federico Fellini, Mervyn LeRoy, John Huston, Fred Zinnemann (2), Billy and Audrey Wilder, James Toback, Tim Burton, Walter Hill, John Schlesinger (3), and Mel Brooks. In overall fine condition. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Starting Bid $200

Stunning portrait of the Gone With the Wind actress

715. Celebrity Checks. Collection of 119 personal and busi-

ness checks, each signed by an actor, actress, athlete, or celebrity.

Signers include: James Stewart (PSA/DNA encapsulated), Edgar Rice Burroughs (PSA/DNA encapsulated), Lou Costello (PSA/DNA encapsulated), Doris Day (PSA/DNA encapsulated), Jack Lord (PSA/ DNA encapsulated), Louis Lewyn (PSA/DNA encapsulated), Charlton Heston, Ava Gardner, Rod Taylor (2), Warren Beatty, Sharon Stone, Jack Haley, Bill Bixby, Deborah Kerr (4), Rory Calhoun (2), Blake Edwards, Eddie Albert, Rod Steiger (2), Sydney Pollack, David Niven (4), Glenn Ford (2), and Jonathan Winters (2 endorsed). In overall very good to fine condition. A complete list is available online at rrauction. com. Starting Bid $200

717. Gone With the Wind: Hattie McDaniel. Actress (1895–

1952) who earned a place in Hollywood history as the first AfricanAmerican performer to win an Academy Award for her memorable turn as Mammy in Gone with the Wind. Scarce vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of McDaniel in a housemaid costume similar to Mammy’s, boldly signed in fountain pen, “‘Best Wishes,’ Hattie McDaniel, 44.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. An immensely desirable piece with a bold, crisp signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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718. Audrey Hepburn. Beauti-

ful glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hepburn in her famous Breakfast at Tiffany’s dress, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

719. Audrey Hepburn. Color 8 x 11 magazine photo of Hepburn in the 1964 classic My Fair Lady, signed in blue felt tip, “Audrey Hepburn.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a photograph of Hepburn at the 1991 Bambi Awards at the Kurhaus in Wiesbaden, Germany, where this signature was obtained.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Fabulous 1954 oversized portrait signed as “Ondine” 720. Audrey Hepburn. Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Hepburn in her 1954 Broadway role as Ondine, signed and inscribed in blue ink, “To Walter, with sincere best wishes, Ondine.”

Reverse bears a Milton Greene photographer’s stamp and other promo stamps for the play. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 20.5, with a window in the backing so that the ink stamps can be viewed. Some brushing and irregular adhesion to signature and inscription, and a few subtle surface creases, otherwise fine condition. She co-starred with Mel Ferrer in the play, marrying him shortly after it closed; she received much acclaim for her stunning portrayal of Ondine, and received the 1954 Tony for Best Actress in a Play for the role. An outstanding portrait dating to the time of Hepburn’s emergence as a worldwide star. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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721. Audrey Hepburn and Sean Connery. Fantastic color 14 x 11 lobby card for the 1976 film Robin and Marian, signed in blue felt tip by Audrey Hepburn and black felt tip by Sean Connery. Reverse bears an ink stamp from the ‘Socci Collection.’ A light horizontal bend passing through the upper portion and dings to corner tips, otherwise fine condition. Hepburn’s sons helped convince her to take the part in this Robin Hood adaptation so she could act beside ‘James Bond.’

A wonderful, uncommon pairing of two cinema legends. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Spectacular collection of over 100 original James Bond lobby cards

722. James Bond. An incredible collection of complete lobby card sets from fourteen James Bond films, including: On Her Majesty’s Secret

Service (American and Mexican sets), Dr. No, You Only Live Twice, Live and Let Die, The Man with the Golden Gun, The Spy Who Loved Me, Moonraker, A View to a Kill, The Living Daylights, License to Kill, Goldeneye, Tomorrow Never Dies, Casino Royale and Quantum of Solace.

For a complete description of each set and images of all cards, please visit RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $500

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Supremely rare Bruce Lee portrait

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723. Bruce Lee. Incredibly rare glossy 2.5 x 3.25 head-and-shoulders photo of Lee smiling, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Lisa, Kiss to you, Bruce Lee, ‘Kato’.” In very good condition, with a creased central vertical fold, tiny edge tear below the signature, and toned tape remnants to two corners. Lee played Kato in the Green Hornet television series, which aired for the 1966–67 season; the show became a hit in Lee’s native Hong Kong, where it became known as ‘The Kato Show.’ An exceedingly rare format, this is the first Lee signed photo we have offered in 15 years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Choice uninscribed Laurel and Hardy

724. Fritz Lang. Esteemed Austrian-American film director (1890–1976). Three TLSs to the film historian Lotte Eisner, two signed “Fritz Lang” and one signed “Fritz L.,” each one page, 8.5 x 11, Diana Productions, dated 1946–47. The first, in part: “Mr. Herbert Margolis… is primarily interested in (1) working out a kind of apprentice system in the motion picture industry whereby returning veterans could take advantage of the ‘GI Bill of Rights’…and (2) an international student exchange”; Lang also makes a few handwritten revisions to this letter.

In the second, Lang offers to supply “stills of any of the productions I made in the United States.” The third, in part: “I am trying to find copies of the scripts and stills of both Scarlet Street and Woman in the Window for you.” Intersecting folds and light scattered creases, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by another letter from Lang’s secretary. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Gorgeous image of the acclaimed actress

726. Laurel and Hardy. Superlative matte-finish 6.75 x 4.75

photo of the pair side-by-side in their trademark bowler hats, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Stan Laurel” and “Oliver Hardy.”

Attractively double-matted to an overall size of 12.5 x 10.75. In very fine condition. An exceptional example in terrific condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

From the year of The Great Escape 729.

Steve McQueen. Scarce

725. Hedy Lamarr. Beautiful vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of

the actress wearing an elaborately beaded outfit and gazing into the distance, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Hedy Lamarr.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

DS, one page, 8.5 x 10.75, January 2, 1962. Retained carbon document submitted to the Actors’ Equity Association in which McQueen certifies that the William Morris Agency has represented him continuously “in the Screen Actors Guild Theatrical Motion Picture and Screen Actors Guild Television Motion Picture fields” for over one year. Filing and staple holes to the top, and show-through from a mounting strip to reverse, otherwise fine condition. McQueen’s top project during 1962 was The Great Escape, which began filming in June. The film’s wild success following its release in 1963 solidified McQueen’s status as a superstar and definitively marked his transition from television to the silver screen. A superlative piece from the sought-after Hollywood hero. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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ARTHUR K. MILLER An artist from York Beach, Maine, Arthur K. Miller’s paintings are collected internationally and have graced the covers of many publications, with some having been featured in a one-man show at the National Baseball Hall of Fame for more than five years. In this series of banners, he utilized mixed media on raw canvas in a ‘faux-antique’ style developed to capture the essence of true pop cultural artifacts—the sort stowed away in attic trunks and farmhouse lofts in days gone by, lying in wait to be rediscovered today. This is the first time Miller’s banner paintings have been made publicly available, preceding a San Francisco gallery exhibition scheduled for later this year.

730. Joan Crawford. Gorgeous original painting done by artist Arthur K. Miller, mixed media on canvas, 21.5 x 34, nicely depicting Crawford against a light blue background, with red text below reading: “Joan Crawford.” Intentionally distressed for vintage appeal, signed in the lower border by Miller with his last name, and signed again on the reverse edge in black felt tip, “Arthur K. Miller, 2013.” Rolled and in fine condition. This wonderful image was inspired by the ‘Personality Posters’ produced by the major studios in the 1930s and 1940s, distributed to movie theaters—primarily in the European markets—to promote their stars. Starting Bid $200

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731. Clark Gable. Stunning original painting done by artist Arthur K. Miller, mixed media on canvas, 21.5 x 34, handsomely depicting Gable in his early years, with blue text below reading: “Clark Gable.”

Intentionally distressed for vintage appeal, signed in the lower border

by Miller with his last name, and signed again on the reverse edge in black felt tip, “Arthur K. Miller, 2013.” Rolled and in fine condition.

This handsome image was inspired by the ‘Personality Posters’ produced by the major studios in the 1930s and 1940s, distributed to movie theaters—primarily in the European markets—to promote their stars. Starting Bid $200

733. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Wonderful

original painting done by artist Arthur K. Miller, mixed media on canvas, 31.5 x 41, depicting the classic character in the center with text above and below reading: “Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, A Walt Disney Cartoon.” Intentionally distressed and designed to resemble a vintage one-sheet poster, signed in the lower border by Miller with his last name, and signed again on the reverse edge in black felt tip, “Arthur K. Miller, 2013.” Rolled and in fine condition.

Created by Walt Disney for Universal Studios, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit made his debut in 1927 in the animated short ‘Trolley Troubles,’ bringing Disney his first major hit. After failing to renegotiate a more profitable contract with his producer in 1928, Disney left his job and, consequently, his beloved character. Determined to continue his success, he began work on a new character which would soon become the most famous cartoon personality in film history: Mickey Mouse.

Starting Bid $200

734. Superman.

732. Boris Karloff. Terrific original painting done by artist Arthur K. Miller, mixed media on canvas, 24.5 x 59.5, depicting Karloff in his iconic full makeup as Frankenstein’s monster, with blood-red text below reading: “Karloff.” Intentionally distressed for vintage appeal, signed in the lower border by Miller with his last name, and signed again on the reverse edge in black felt tip, “Arthur K. Miller, 2013.”

Rolled and in fine condition. A superlative nearly five-foot-tall rendition of this unforgettable horror character. Starting Bid $200

Superb original painting done by artist Arthur K. Miller, mixed media on canvas, 27.5 x 45, depicting Superman standing akimbo at full-length with his chest puffed out, with a “10¢” symbol and text at the bottom reading: “On Sale Here!” Intentionally distressed and designed as a vintage comic book window advertisement, signed in the lower border by Miller with his last name, and signed again on the reverse edge in black felt tip, “Arthur K. Miller, 2013.” Rolled and in fine condition. An excellent display piece. Starting Bid $200

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From the year of Some Like It Hot 735. Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe Pro-

ductions, Inc., business check,

8.25 x 3, filled out in type and

signed by Mon-

roe, payable to

May Reis for $104.72, November 20, 1959. Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait of Monroe to an overall size of 18 x 25. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and expected bank stamps (one very light stamp to the first letter of

her last name. May Reis was Monroe’s longtime personal secretary and one of the beneficiaries named in her will. At the time she wrote this check, Marilyn was between projects—the classic Some Like It Hot had been released earlier in the

year, and she would begin shooting Let’s Make Love in early 1960. Oversized.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Exceptional 1953 RCA recording contract mentioning Gentlemen Prefer Blondes 736. Marilyn Monroe. DS, four pages, 8.25 x 11, October 8, 1953.

An agreement between Monroe and the Radio Corporation of America, in which she agrees to engage in “rendering of personal services for recording and making phonograph records…made at recording sessions in our studios…which shall not interfere with your obligations to perform services for Twentieth Century-Fox…A minimum of sixteen (16) record sides shall be recorded during the term of this contract…no record made hereunder shall contain any song heretofore sung by you in any motion picture…including ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.’” Attractively signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Monroe and countersigned by executives Joseph Schenck and Emanuel Sacks. Show-through from mounting remnants to top edge of the signed page, several small edge tears and staple holes, scattered creases, and other expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. A spectacular document, this contract dates to the year of Monroe’s emergence as Hollywood’s premier bombshell, with films such as Niagara, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, and How to Marry a Millionaire all debuting in 1953. Although this contract excluded songs from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes—which would have included the classic ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’—RCA did release singles from the soundtracks of her two 1954 films, River of No Return and There’s No Business Like Show Business. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Rare choice signatures of Marilyn and Miller obtained together in New York in 1958 737. Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller.

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Arthur Miller,” and “Marilyn Monroe,” on a 5.75 x 3.5 double-weight custom-made collector’s card (similar in look to an invitation card). Card is notated on the reverse by the collector, “Marilyn Monroe—Arthur Miller NYC 1/58.” In fine condition, with a couple small areas of trivial surface loss, one directly under Monroe’s signature. Monroe and Miller first met in Hollywood in 1950, and were married from 1956–1961, separating shortly after Monroe completed filming The Misfits, written by Miller. A spectacular set of signatures, and the nicest dual-signed item from this early Hollywood power couple we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

739. George Reeves. Actor (1914–1959) best remembered for 738. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Signed book: Lord

John Film Festival. First edition. Northridge, CA: Lord John Press, 2006. Hardcover with slipcase, 8.75 x 11.25, 224 pages. Signed on free end pages by Ray Bradbury, Robert Bloch, Janet Leigh, Dennis Etchison, Antoine de Caunes, Thomas Gilou, and a few others, with some adding inscriptions. In fine condition. From the collection of noted publisher and founder of Lord John Press, Herb Yellin. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

his role as Superman in the popular 1950s television series. His homicide at the age of 45 remains one of the great unsolved mysteries of Hollywood lore. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Annie, from your friend, George Reeves,” on an off-white 4.75 x 3.5 slip. Also includes a 1934 yearbook from Pasadena Junior College, mentioning the future actor on three pages (210, 220, and 271) as ‘George Bessolo,’ and picturing him on two pages (215 and 230). In very good condition, with vertical lines of toning affecting the overall appearance of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rooney’s papers for the 1964 ‘An Essay on Doors,’ the first of his many TV essays 740. Andy Rooney. Small archive of material from early in Rooney’s career, primarily comprised of material related to his first television essay, ‘An Essay on Doors.’ This is highlighted by Rooney’s handwritten notes in pencil on a lined 8 x 12.5 sheet, no date but circa 1964. “Doors are necessary in shelter for occupants to go in & out of, light, air discharge of smoke. Of these openings the door is most important.” Also included are the library slips from books Rooney borrowed during the course of his research, three filled out in pencil and signed by Rooney, “A. A. Rooney,” listing titles such as “Van Kannel Revolving Door Co.,” “Self-Opening Doors,” and “The House Door.” Includes two other unsigned library slips, as well as Rooney’s Underwood typewriter manual. Also includes books signed and inscribed by his colleagues, including The Camera Never Blinks, signed and inscribed, “For Andy Rooney—who has helped with so much for so long. In admiration and with appreciation, from his friend, Dan Rather, July, 1977, New York,” and David Brinkley’s biography, signed and inscribed, “To Andy Rooney—I can’t offer a motorized skateboard, but I can, and do, wish you a great new year! David Brinkley.” In overall very good condition, with scattered creases and significant toning to the page of notes. Accompanied by a transcript of the ‘Essay on Doors’ as it was finally presented, in which several of the thoughts jotted down on this note page were clearly incorporated. A fascinating, early example of Rooney’s process in creating his pioneering television format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

742. Glenn Strange. Actor (1899–1973) who, after appearing in a string

741. Alain Resnais. Prolific French film director (born 1922)

whose career has extended over more than six decades. Glossy 3.25 x 5 photo of Resnais in a tranquil state, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Pour Eva-Maria Kinzler, Cordialement, Alain Resnais.”

In fine condition, with slight haloing to signature and inscription.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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of westerns, became better known as Frankenstein’s monster after Boris Karloff declined to continue. Scarce glossy 7.5 x 10 photo of Strange in his iconic Frankenstein makeup, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To a wonderfull friend Jerry, Sincerely, Glenn Strange.” Also signed and inscribed on the reverse, “Jerry I sure thank you for all the stills you have sent me I love the Radio shot I don’t have one. Thanks, Glenn.” A few trivial creases, a tack hole to upper border, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition.

Strange is uncommon in any form, particularly in images as Frankenstein’s monster. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

745. Apocalypse Now

746. Blade Runner

747. Body Heat

748. Blue Velvet

749. Bonnie and Clyde

750. The Godfather

752. Jaws

753. Raging Bull

Starting Bid $200

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751. McCabe and Mrs. Miller Starting Bid $200

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754. Shakespeare in Love Starting Bid $200

757. Taxi Driver Starting Bid $200

760. Woody Allen Starting Bid $200

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755. Silence of the Lambs

756. The Stunt Man

758. Sunset Boulevard

759. Touch of Evil

Starting Bid $200

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761. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Starting Bid $200

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762. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Starting Bid $200

763. Josephine Baker

764. Sarah Bernhardt

767. Comedians

768. Francis Ford Coppola

771. Joan Crawford Starting Bid $200

772. Creature from the Black Lagoon

775. Robert DeNiro

776. Marlene Dietrich

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765. British Actresses Starting Bid $200

766. Maurice Chevalier Starting Bid $200

769. Lou Costello

770. Joan Crawford

773. George Cukor

774. Vittorio de Sica

Starting Bid $200

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777. Kirk Douglas and Jean Simmons Starting Bid $200

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778. Easy Rider Starting Bid $200

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779. Entertainers

780. Entertainers

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

781. Barry Fitzgerald Starting Bid $200

782. Errol Flynn

783. Errol Flynn

784. Clark Gable

785. Clark Gable

786. Judy Garland

787. Gilligan’s Island

788. Alec Guinness

789. Audrey Hepburn

790. Katharine Hepburn

791. Grace Kelly

792. Akira Kurosawa

793. Charles Laughton

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794. Stan Laurel Starting Bid $200

797. Vivien Leigh

796. Christopher Lee

799. Myrna Loy

800. Jayne Mansfield

Starting Bid $200

798. Oscar Levant

Starting Bid $200

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801. Dean Martin

Starting Bid $200

802. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis

Starting Bid $200

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804. Toshiro Mifune Starting Bid $200

795. Peter Lawford

805. Robert Mitchum Starting Bid $200

806. Vic Morrow Starting Bid $200

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803. Spanky McFarland Starting Bid $200

807. Maria Ouspenskaya Starting Bid $200

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808. Al Pacino and Gene Hackman

809. Slim Pickens Starting Bid $200

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810. Robert Redford Starting Bid $200

811. Romy Schneider

812. Steven Spielberg

813. Shirley Temple

814. Gene Tierney

815. The Flying Wallendas

816. Raoul Walsh

817. Western Legends

818. Billy Wilder

819. Wizard of Oz: Ray Bolger

820. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

Starting Bid $200

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821. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton Starting Bid $200

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822. Young Frankenstein: Wilder and Garr Starting Bid $200

sports 825. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Commemorative cover with

a cachet honoring the prestigious 500 Home Run Club, 9.5 x 4, signed in blue ballpoint by 11 members: Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Frank Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Willie McCovey, Eddie Mathews, Ernie Banks, Mike Schmidt, and Reggie Jackson. Also signed by all-time hit king Pete Rose. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

826. Morgan Bulkeley. Ink signature, “Yours truly, Morgan G. Bulkeley,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4 trimmed sheet of State of Connecticut Executive Department stationery, dated January 31, 1889.

In fine condition, with faint horizontal folds. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Game-used in his fifth championship season and prepared for the NBA Finals 827. Kobe Bryant. Game-used official Adidas Los Angeles

Lakers purple road jersey worn during the 2009–2010 regular season, displaying all correct tagging and sewn-on identifiers; it was also likely used during the playoffs and prepared for the 2010 NBA Finals. The jersey features “Lakers” across the chest and “Bryant” across the shoulders, with his number 24 on both the front and back. The correct Adidas ‘Climalite’ manufacturer’s tag is sewn to the front left tail, with adjacent flag tags noting the season, “2009–2010,” size, “54,” and alteration, “Length +4.” The NBA Finals patch is also present to the upper left, prepared for use in the championship series but likely not used during it as no definitive photo match is available. The jersey exhibits light to moderate general wear consistent with use. Accompanied by letters of opinion from Mears and noted jersey expert Dave Miedema, with Mears evaluating it at a grade of A5 with respect to characteristics and game use. This jersey marks the year of Bryant’s fifth (and most recent) championship, in which he was also awarded the 2010 NBA Finals MVP. Newly crowned the third-highest-scoring NBA player of all time—surpassing Michael Jordan’s 32,292 points in his 19th season with the Lakers—Bryant continues to solidify his place as one of basketball’s all-time greats. A highly desirable game jersey of the future Hall of Famer. Starting Bid $300

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Magnificent portrait of Cobb in his prime 828. Ty Cobb.

Superlative matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 bust portrait of Cobb in his Detroit Tigers uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To K en Jo hn son , from Ty.” Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 15.75.

In fine condition, with a few surface nicks to the left side and mild overall toning. An iconic and crystal-clear image of one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

829. Mickey Mantle.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, no date but circa 1984. Letter to a new member of his collector’s club, inscribed to “Tony” in another hand.

In part: “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for becoming a member of the ‘Mickey Mantle Collectors Club.’ As a major league rookie, you hope that one day your accomplishments on the field will merit the recognition of baseball fans. To be remembered so many years later by collectors, the most ardent fans of all, is something I never dreamed would be possible.” In fine condition, with subtle lines of toning from previous display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. During the mid 1980s Mantle’s business associates sought to capitalize on the growing demand for his autograph by forming the Mickey Mantle Collector’s Club. Although the club was short-lived, it held great significance in the development of the sports memorabilia field. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Highly desirable LeBron James game-used high school uniform 830. LeBron James. Game-used official On Sports

St. Vincent–St. Mary High School uniform worn during the 2003 Pangos Dream Classic, consisting of James’s white mesh jersey and matching shorts, displaying all correct tagging and sewn-on identifiers. The jersey features his number 23 in dark green and gold on the chest and back, with the chest bearing the team nickname, “Irish,” and his name above the number on the back, “James.”

The On Sports manufacturer’s tag is sewn in left front tail and indicates a size XXL. Right breast of the jersey bears an American flag embroidered ribbon worn in remembrance of 9/11, and an Adidas logo is screened on the left breast; the team’s logo is also displayed at the center of the neck. The shorts also feature the correct On Sports manufacturer’s tag is sewn inside the waistband, indicating a size of XXL, and dual Fighting Irish logos appear on the sides; the Adidas emblem is also present. Appropriate one-time event wear is discernible and apparent throughout. Accompanied by a Mears letter of opinion and authenticator’s worksheet, evaluating the uniform at a grade of A5 with respect to characteristics and game use. Starting Bid $300

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“I have never heard of anyone playing 18 holes in fewer scores than the years of his age” 831. Bobby Jones. TLS signed “Robt T. Jones, Jr.,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The American Golf

Institute letterhead, November 29, 1939. Letter to elderly golfer Harry T. Black of Los Angeles. In part: “It is very difficulty for me to remember the precise details of the treatment which cured my lumbago…These treatments were accomplished by oiling up my back and then rubbing over a glass tubing which did quite a lot of buzzing and crackling with electric charge…I certainly congratulate you on your scores of 78 and 79. Like your professional, I have never heard of anyone playing 18 holes in fewer scores than the years of his age. It is certainly a most remarkable performance. I hope as your years increase your score will continue to come down.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases. The Los Angeles Times reported that Black, at the age of 82, turned in scores of 78 and 79 on the Clover Field Golf Course in Santa Monica. Fabulous golf content from one of the sport’s great legends. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The Yankee legend practices his world-famous swing in 1928 832. Babe Ruth. Classic glossy 7 x 9 photo of the

‘Sultan of Swat’ taking a practice swing in a white shirt and his Yankee pinstripe pants, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jack Schweitzer, From Babe Ruth,” (apparently intended for the recipient’s son, “Jr.” has been added after Schweitzer’s last name in another hand). Archivally double-suede-matted and framed with a biographical plaque to an overall size of 16 x 25. A notation to the lower left dates the photo to July 1928. In very good condition, with scattered creases, some slight tears and small areas of paper loss to edges, and a bit of flaking to ink in inscription and signature. A classic pose of the Babe in his iconic pinstripes. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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835. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Starting Bid $200

836. Muhammad Ali Starting Bid $200

837. Muhammad Ali Starting Bid $200

838. Muhammad Ali Starting Bid $200

839. Baseball

840. Baseball Hall of Famers

841. Basketball

842. Roy Campanella

843. Joe DiMaggio

844. Joe and Dom DiMaggio

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

845. Hockey

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

846. Sandy Koufax Starting Bid $200

847. Mickey Mantle Starting Bid $200

848. Mickey Mantle Starting Bid $200

849. Mantle, Mays, and Killebrew

850. Milwaukee Brewers Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

851. Hideki Matsui Starting Bid $200

854. San Diego Chargers Starting Bid $200

856. Max Schmeling Starting Bid $200

852. Minnesota Twins

853. NY Giants: 1986

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

855. San Diego Padres Starting Bid $200

857. Johnny Unitas Starting Bid $200

858. Tiger Woods Starting Bid $200

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AUCTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Conditions of Sale: Before you bid, you must read the Terms and Conditions of Sale, immediately preceding these pages. They represent a contract between RR Auction and you, and they contain important terms and conditions such as jurisdiction, payment terms, warranties and remedies. The Conditions of Sale are controlling over these general guidelines in the event of any conflicts between their respective terms.

Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction. In other instances, estimate prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimates are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the buyer’s premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

Reserves: The reserve is the minimum price the seller is willing to accept and below which a lot will not be sold.

Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Premium and Sales Tax: 10. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a twenty-two-anda-half percent (22.5%) buyer’s premium for the first $100,00 and twenty percent (20%) of any amount over will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots. RR Auction will only accept cash, check, money order, or wire. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later. All purchases delivered to Massachusetts are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number.

Before the Auction: You may attend pre-sale viewing for all of our auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. You are encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. You may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.

Contact Information: 5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com Hours of Operation: Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment. You must acknowledge having read your agreement with all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale prior to your registration and prior to your bidding on any lot.

Bidding Live Auction:

Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor at or above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

Maximum Bids – Internet Auction Only: To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242. If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under bidder’s bid.

Bid Increments – Internet Auction Only: Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10% or at the discretion of the auctioneer.

Checking Bids – Internet Auction Only: You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish.

However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into effect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

Callbacks – Internet Auction Only: RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night. You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

Bidding - Internet Auction – Live Auction: To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. If you have questions about this feature, please call RR Auction well in advance of the auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not and cannot be responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following services: www.RRAuction.com, www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector.com. On some occasions beyond the control of RR Auction, the bid software or the Internet itself may not physically keep up with the pace of the auction. In order to help avoid disappointment, RR Auction recommends placing a realistic absentee bid now. Since Invaluable and iCollector (hereinfafter referred to as “Third Party sites”) bids are not shown to RR Auction until RR Auction opens the lot on the floor, RR Auction treats those bids the same as floor or telephone bids. In most cases, however, the floor and/or tele-

phone responds before the Third Party sites bid is presented, due to Live Internet bid software or Internet lag time, so for consistency it is RR Auction’ policy that floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over Third Party sites bids with floor bids being considered before telephone bids. Also please note that all RR Auction lots purchased through the Third Party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. RR Auction strongly urges the bidder to resolve any questions about these policies or their implementation PRIOR TO BIDDING. Successful Bids: The fall of the auctioneer’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the buyer. If your salesroom or absentee bid is successful, you will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.

Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the consignor. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

After the Auction - Payment: You are expected to pay for your purchases in full within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. (See Generally “Payment” §27 through 34 of the Term and Conditions of Sale).

Shipping: After payment has been made in full, RR Auction may, as a service to buyers, arrange to have property packed, insured and shipped at your request and expense. For shipping information, please contact RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. In circumstances in which RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, we will also include an administration charge. Packages shipped internationally will have full value declared on shipping form. (See Generally “Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges” §36 and 37 of the Term and Conditions of Sale).

At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 80¢ per $100 of value over $200. Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices. Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are: $0–$100..........................................$10 $101–$500.......................................$15 $501–$1,000....................................$20 $1,001–$3,000.................................$35 $3,001–$10,000...............................$45 Over $10,000.................................$100 Additional Cataloging, Warranties and Disclaimers: NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY DESCRIPTION CONTAINED IN THIS AUCTION OR ANY SECOND OPINE. Any description of the items or second opinion contained in this Auction is for the sole purpose of identifying the items for those Bidders who do not have the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding, and no description of items has been made part of the basis of the bargain or has created any express warranty that the goods would conform to any description made by Auctioneer. Color variations can be expected in any electronic or printed imaging, and are not grounds for the return of any lot.

Auctioneer is selling only such right or title to the items being sold as Auctioneer may have by virtue of consignment agreements on the date of auction and disclaims any warranty of title to the Property. Auctioneer disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purposes. All images, descriptions, sales data, and archival records are the exclusive property of Auctioneer, and may be used by Auctioneer for advertising, promotion, archival records, and any other uses deemed appropriate.

Release: In consideration of participation in the Auction and the placing of a bid, Bidder expressly releases Auctioneer, its officers, directors and employees, its affiliates, and its outside experts that provide second opinion, from any and all claims, cause of action, chose of action, whether at law or equity or any arbitration or mediation rights existing under the rules of any professional society or affiliation based upon the assigned description, or a derivative theory, breach of warranty express or implied, representation or other matter set forth within these Terms and Conditions of Auction or otherwise. In the event of a claim, Bidder agrees that such rights and privileges conferred therein are strictly construed as specifically declared herein; e.g., authenticity, gross cataloging error, etc. and is the exclusive remedy. Bidder, by non-compliance to these express terms of a granted remedy, shall waive any claim against Auctioneer.

Some Property sold by Auctioneer are inherently dangerous e.g. firearms, and items that may be swallowed or ingested or may have latent defects all of which may cause harm to a person. Bidder accepts all risk of loss or damage from its purchase of these items and Auctioneer disclaims any liability whether under contract or tort for damages and losses, direct or inconsequential, and expressly disclaims any warranty as to safety or usage of any lot sold.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Provision: Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in The Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any dispute, claim, cause of action must be brought within one (1) year of the alleged breach, default or misrepresentation or the claim is waived. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Both Bid-

der and RR Auction agree that these provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute specifically including third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder, and that absent such agreement, RR Auction would not permit Bidder to bid hereunder. Any violation of the terms of this Paragraph shall entitle RR Auction to reasonable attorney fees and litigation costs in addition to all other available remedies, all of which remain reserved. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the parties’ agreement, and the parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County law.

Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and consignors to effectuate a nonsale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize the Auctioneer’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, Auctioneer reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.

Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.

Rules of Construction: Auctioneer presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Terms and Conditions of Auction by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.

Group Lots: In descriptions of group lots of two or more items, every effort is made to mention any obvious flaws. Bidders should note that condition for group lots is given as a general statement or range, and that specific flaws to single items within the group may be omitted in the interest of catalog space. Questions about group lots, or specific items within a group lot, should be addressed before the close of the auction to Sue Recks (Sue.Recks@RRAuction.com).

Matted and Framed: Many of the items offered for sale in our monthly auctions are described as matted and/or framed. We do not remove items from frames; the given dimensions of items housed in a frame and/or mat indicate sight size only. Photographs and other ephemera used with matted and framed items are not subject to description and condition statements, nor are they considered a reason for return. Condition refers only to the item and not the mat or frame.

Our terms of return apply only to the item and not the matting and framing. Any item that is removed from the frame cannot be returned. Returns are only accepted when there is an authenticity question or the description of the item is incorrect.

Abbreviations and Terms: ALS -Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed

by the given personality)

ANS - Autograph Note Signed (a shorter ALS) AQS - Autograph Quotation Signed AMQS - Autograph Musical Quotation Signed DS - Document Signed Endorsement - A signature on the reverse of a check, or a signature

on a document indicationg approval or further instructions

Ephemera - An unsigned item FDC - First Day Cover Inscribed - “Personalized” ISP - Inscribed Signed Photograph LS - Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality) Souvenir Typescript - An excerpt from a speech, book, film, etc. or an

account of an incident, typed by a collector and signed by the

individual noted

SP - Signed Photograph

TERMINOLOGY Condition: Each item in the catalog is described with a statement of opinion indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine— very fine. Treated as a scale of 1 to 4, good describes an item that has as many as several flaws, which are described in detail; very fine describes an item whose condition and appearance may be regarded as flawless and superior in every respect. Most of the items we offer are in fine condition, meaning that there are no serious flaws. While we make every effort to describe flaws that materially affect appearance and value, we generally do not specify minor or routine flaws, such as (but not limited to) pencil or secretarial notations, mailing folds to letters, normal aging to paper, or tiny bends or creases from normal handling. We encourage prospective bidders to examine the image(s) of each item closely and to contact us with specific inquiries regarding condition.

Sweet spot - The area on the baseball where the stitched lines are

closest together.

TLS - Typed Letter Signed Book Grading:

Fine (F) - unused, no damage

Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws

Very Good (VG) - some signs of wear, but overall sound Good (G) - well-worn but complete

Poor (P) - heavily worn, sufficient as a “Reading Copy”

All defects will be noted. For complete book grading guide, please check online.

Terms and Conditions of Sale TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE - AGREEMENT BETWEEN R&R AUCTION COMPANY, LLC AND BIDDER BY EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID, THE BIDDER ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH RR AUCTION. The following terms and conditions constitute the sole terms and conditions under which R&R AUCTION COMPANY (“RR Auction”) will offer for sale and sell the property described in the Catalog.

These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Bidder and RR Auction with respect to the auction. By bidding at auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, on-line, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, the Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby.

NO BID MAY BE PLACED IN ANY MANNER UNLESS THE BIDDER HAS FULLY REVIEWED AND AGREES TO ALL OF THE “CONDITIONS OF SALE” EITHER PRINTED IN THE CATALOG OR ON-LINE, AS WELL AS THE TERMS OF THE REGISTRATION FORM. BY PLACING ANY BID, THE BIDDER REPRESENTS AND WARRANTS TO RR AUCTION THAT HE OR SHE HAS FULLY REVIEWED AND AGREES TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THESE “CONDITIONS OF SALE” AND THE TERMS OF THE REGISTRATION FORM. WITHOUT SUCH REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY AND AGREEMENT, RR AUCTION WOULD NOT PERMIT THE BIDDER TO BID. Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in The Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any dispute, claim, cause of action must be brought within one (1) year of the alleged breach, default or misrepresentation or the claim is waived. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Both Bidder and RR Auction agree that these provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute specifically including third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auc-

tion or Bidder, and that absent such agreement, RR Auction would not permit Bidder to bid hereunder. Any violation of the terms of this Paragraph shall entitle RR Auction to reasonable attorney fees and litigation costs in addition to all other available remedies, all of which remain reserved. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the parties’ agreement, and the parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County law.

RR Auction is in compliance, to the fullest extent possible, with Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County procedures regarding the bonding of auctioneers.

Auctioneer and Auction: 1. This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site (the “Auctioneer”). The Auction is conducted under these Terms and Conditions of Sale and applicable state and local law. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Terms and Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed catalog.

Bidder/Bidders: 2. “Bidder” or “Bidders” shall mean the original Bidder of the property from RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal.

3. The rights granted to Bidders under these Terms and Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise. Any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void and unenforceable. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

4. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment that the Terms and Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder.

5. Any person participating or registering for the Auction agrees to be bound by and accepts these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

6. All Bidders must meet Auctioneer’s qualifications to bid.

Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made

by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction.

RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the auction.

7. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid.

8. By accepting the Terms and Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee

payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction Credit: 9. In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with the Auctioneer must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply valid credit card information, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should preregister before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Credit will be granted at the discretion of Auctioneer. Additionally Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide their social security number or the last four digits thereof so a credit check may be performed prior to Auctioneer’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by preapproval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction. com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the auction venue.

Buyer’s Premium: 10. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a twenty-two-anda-half percent (22.5%) buyer’s premium for the first $100,00 and twenty percent (20%) of any amount over will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots. RR Auction will only accept cash, check, money order, or wire. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later.

Bidding: 11. By submitting a bid, whether online, in person, by mail, by phone, by facsimile or through an employee or agent, the Bidder acknowledges (i) receipt of the catalogue, (ii) that the Bidder has read the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the descriptions for the lots on which they have bid, and (iii) that they agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

12. Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s), rather than the strict reliance as to what is represented in this Catalogue, online or elsewhere. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALUATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES. 13. RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the 22.5% Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and the Auctioneer has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake.

14. If the description of any lot in the catalogue is incorrect (e.g. gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the sale date. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT BY REASON OF LACK OF AUTHENTICITY, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. 15. All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the

sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder.

16. Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder.

17. It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession.

18. Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid.

19. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction.

20. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.

21. If a dispute arises concerning ownership of a lot that has been bid upon during the course of the sale, RR Auction reserves the right to commence a statutory interpleader proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful Bidder and any other applicable party, and in such event shall be entitled to its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

22. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Commission actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned.

Bidding Options: 23. Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to podium, fax, phone and mail bids) are treated similar to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any podium, fax, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered your high bid.

24. When identical mail or FAX bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. Auctioneer is not responsible for executing mail bids or FAX bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published clos-

ing time; nor is Auctioneer responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, FAX, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.

25. In internet only Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of the auctioneer.

ments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) business day hold, and ten (10) days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via Check, personal or corporate checks. All others will be subject to a hold of five (5) days, or more, for the funds to clear prior to releasing merchandise.

26. RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid.

Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless the Auctioneer directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). Bidders participating in both live and online auctions acknowledge that the law provides for substantial penalties in the form of treble damages and attorneys’ fees and costs for those who violate these provisions. For live auctions the auctioneer will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between bidders. The auctioneer will determine the successful bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute.

RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises our sale record is conclusive.

30. In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via Check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment.

Payment: 27a.Subject to fulfillment of all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale set forth herein, at the close of the Auction, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction, and such bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as we may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirteen (13) business days following its sale and if it is not so removed, (i) a handling charge of 1% of the total purchase price per month from the 13th day after the sale until its removal will be payable to RR Auction by the Bidder, with a minimum of 5% of the total purchase price for any property not so removed within 60 days after the sale, and (ii) RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.

32. If any applicable conditions herein are not complied with the Bidder will be in default and in addition to any and all other remedies available to RR Auction and the Consignor by law, including, without limitation, the right to hold the Bidder liable for the total purchase price, including all fees, charges and expenses more fully set forth herein, RR Auction, may (a) cancel the sale of that, or any other lots sold to the defaulting Bidder at the same or any other auction, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the Bidder, or (b) resell the purchased property, whether at public auction or by private sale, or (c) effect any combination thereof. In any case, the Bidder will be liable for any deficiency, any and all costs, handling charges, late charges, expenses of both sales, RR Auction’s commissions on both sales at our regular rates, legal fees and expenses, collection fees and incidental damages. RR Auction may apply any proceeds of sale then due or thereafter becoming due to the Bidder from RR Auction or any affiliated company, or any payment made by the Bidder to RR Auction or any affiliated company, where or not intended to reduce the Bidder’s obligations with respect to the unpaid lot or lots, to the deficiency and any other amounts due to RR Auction or any affiliated companies. In addition, a defaulting Bidder will be deemed to have granted and assigned to RR Auction a continuing security interest of first priority in any property or money of RR Auction’s owing to such Bidder in RR Auction’s possession, and RR Auction may retain and apply such property or money as collateral security for the obligations due to RR Auction. Payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until RR Auction has collected good funds.

In the event the Bidder fails to pay any or all of the total purchase price for any lot and RR Auction elects to pay the Consignor any portion of the sale proceeds, the Bidder acknowledges that RR Auction shall have all of the rights of the Consignor to pursue the Bidder for any amounts paid to the Consignor, whether at law, in equity, or under these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

27b. All purchases delivered to Massachusetts are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporation and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

28. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. Auctioneer reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, Auctioneer’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay Auctioneer its fees (seller’s and buyer’s premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.

29. All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders, and are subject to all reporting requirements). All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all pay-

31. If any Auction invoice submitted by Auctioneer is not paid in full when due, the unpaid balance will bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law from the date of invoice until paid. Any invoice not paid when due will bear a one and one-half per cent (1.5%) late fee on the invoice amount. If the Auctioneer refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the buyer agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by Auctioneer. If Auctioneer assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys.

33. Auctioneer shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the buyer to secure payment of the Auction invoice.

Auctioneer is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the buyer then held by the Auctioneer or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due the Auctioneer or affiliates from the buyer. With respect to these lien rights, Auctioneer shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale.

In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the buyer waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against the Auctioneer and the consignor of the merchandise in-

cluded on the invoice. If a Bidder owes Auctioneer or its affiliates on any account, Auctioneer and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession.

34. Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.

35. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire are shipped upon receipt.

Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: 36. Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. Auctioneer is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that Service and Handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to the credit card on file with Auctioneer. Unless otherwise specifically indicated, all merchandise is stored at Auctioneer’s facilities in Amherst, New Hampshire. The purchases shall be shipped from that facility unless bidder makes arrangements to take possession at the facility.

37. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to the Auctioneer for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States.

NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price together with its buyer’s premium and Auctioneer shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Buyers on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.

Title: 38. On the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction but fully subject to Buyer’s compliance with all of the terms of the Conditions of Sale and the Registration Form.

Rights Reserved: 39. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the auction, and/or to postpone the auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone.

Conducting the Auction: 40. RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the auction sale or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

41. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time, even after the hammer has fallen, until the Bidder has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any consequential damages if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale.

42. The highest qualified Bidder recognized by the Auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the earliest bid received or recognized wins. In the event of any dispute between any Bidders at an Auction, Auctioneer may at his sole discretion reoffer the lot. Auctioneer’s decision and declaration of the winning Bidder shall be final and binding upon all Bidders. Bids properly

offered, whether by floor Bidder or other means of bidding, may on occasion be missed or go unrecognized; in such cases, the Auctioneer may declare the recognized bid accepted as the winning bid, regardless of whether a competing bid may have been higher.

Auctioneer reserves the right after the hammer falls to accept bids and reopen bidding for bids placed through the Internet or otherwise.

43. Lots bearing bidding estimates shall open at Auctioneer’s discretion. In the event that no bid meets or exceeds that opening amount, the lot shall pass as unsold.

44. All items are to be purchased per lot as numerically indicated and no lots will be broken unless decided by RR Auction. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close, any lots from the Auction.

45. Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale in the event of nonpayment, breach of a warranty, disputed ownership, failure to execute the reserve, auctioneer’s clerical error or omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason and in Auctioneer’s sole discretion.

46. Auctioneer occasionally experiences Internet and/or Server service outages, and Auctioneer periodically schedules system downtime for maintenance and other purposes, during which Bidders cannot participate or place bids. If such outages occur, RR Auction may at our discretion extend bidding for the Auction. Bidders unable to place their Bids through the Internet are directed to contact Client Services at 1-603-732-4280.

47. The Auctioneer has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

Internet Auction – Extended bidding & the 30 Minute Rule: 48. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into effect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. If you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

Auctioneer’s Discretion: 49. RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. The auctioneer has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between bidders or if the auctioneer has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful bidder in the event of a dispute between bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. The auctioneer also may reject any bid and withdraw the lot from sale if the auctioneer decides either that any opening bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: 50. Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property.

Off-Site Bidding: 51. Bidding by telephone, facsimile-transmission (fax-in), on-line, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.

RR Auction’ Remedies: 52. Failure of the Bidder/Buyer to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder/Buyer liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder/Buyer’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Buyer as damages (the Bidder/Buyer understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages; (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder/Buyer interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half per cent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’ rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting buyer shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such buyer is the successful bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any buyer failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such buyer’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’ possession owned by such buyer. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by The Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Warranties: 53. RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders or Buyers, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided for in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchant ability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the

consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Buyer acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights.

RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.

54. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Generally Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices.

55. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly.

56. FIREARMS. Auctioneer complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm.

Important Notice: Many identical versions of props and costumes are created for film and television productions in the normal course of a production. RR Auction does not warrant or represent that the screen shots referenced are exact images of the offered item (unless specifically noted in the written description). Use of a screen shot does not constitute a warranty or representation of authenticity or provenance. There is not a right of return or refund based upon a claim arising out of or pertaining to any reference to a screen shot.

57. Lots and property are not returnable to RR Auction for any reason except under Buyer’s limited Remedies set forth in Sections 58 and 59 below and under the express terms and conditions of Section 58.

Limitation of Damages: 58. In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Buyer or Buyer is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Buyer. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost.

Unauthorized Statements: 59. Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Terms and Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on the Registration Form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other

term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied on by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Remedies: 60. Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. The terms and conditions of sale herein described shall be enforced in accordance with, and governed by the laws of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

61. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Buyer in conformity with Sections 51-55 (“Warranties”) and 56 (“Limitation of Damages”) herein, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Buyer by law.

The Buyer hereby accepts the benefit of the consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the consignor for the Buyer’s benefit. In the event that Buyer proves in writing to RR Auction satisfaction that there was a breach of the consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Buyer, RR Auction shall make demand upon the consignor to pay to Buyer the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Buyer within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the consignor to Buyer and assign to Buyer all of RR Auction’ rights against the consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Buyer only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.

62. All Lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate. On any lot presented with a Auction Certificate (“AC”) issued by RR Auction, that warranty insures only to the original Bidder (as shown in Auctioneer’s records) “Bidder”. Bidder may not transfer the rights afforded under the AC and it is null and void when Bidder transfers or attempts to transfer the lot. The AC warranty is valid from date of the auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot to five (5) years after its purchase. The AC warranty is valid as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage. When the lot is accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity (or its equivalent) from a third-party authentication provider, buyer has no right of return. On lots not accompanied by third-party authentication or under extremely limited circumstances not including authenticity (e.g. gross cataloging error), a Bidder who did not bid from the floor may request Auctioneer to evaluate voiding a sale; such request must be made in writing detailing the alleged gross error, and submission of the lot to Auctioneer must be preapproved by Auctioneer. A Bidder must notify the appropriate department head in writing of the Bidder’s request within three (3) days of the non-floor bidder’s receipt of the lot. Any lot that is to be evaluated for return must be received at the office of RR Auction within 35 days after Auction. AFTER THAT 35 DAY PERIOD, NO LOT MAY BE RETURNED FOR ANY REASONS. Lots returned must be in the same condition as when sold and must include any Letter of Authenticity. If a bidder wishes to challenge the Letter of Authenticity within the five (5) year warranty period, Bidder must present with the claim, authoritative written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If Auc-

tioneer concurs that the lot is not as represented, Bidder shall be refunded their purchase price. If the Auctioneer denies the claim, the Bidder may file the dispute with the American Arbitration Association with locale in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County, before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in The Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The challenge to Authenticity must be brought within one (1) year if the Auctioneer denies the claim. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Specifically, the AC provided by RR Auction, does not provide for incidental or consequential damages or other indirect damages. Any lot sold with a certificate of authenticity or other warranty from an entity other than Auctioneer is subject to such issuing entity’s rules and such conditions are the sole remedy afforded to Bidder. For information as to third party authentication warranties the bidder is directed to contact RR Auction.

RR Auction’ Additional Services: 63. For Buyers who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’ premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Buyers, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Buyer. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, RR Auction will include an administration charge.

Headings: 64. Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.

Entire Agreement: 65. These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties.

No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties.

66. If any section of these Terms and Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

67. These Terms and Conditions of Sale and the auction shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Conditions of Sale are fully performed in Boston Massachusetts, Suffolk County.

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