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the man, the collection, the legacy RR Auction is proud to present the internationally renowned collection of Leon Ford, space enthusiast, dedicated collector, and beloved friend and philanthropist.

the man

A pioneer of space collecting and a passionate philanthropist, Leon shared strong friendships with his fellow enthusiasts—astronauts and collectors alike. Giving back to the ﬁeld that meant so much to him, he generously donated his time, money, and knowledge to the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, nurturing the next generation of space enthusiasts.

the collection

Friends with many of NASA’s legendary astronauts, Leon had rare access to their personal collections, enabling him to build one of the most comprehensive and impressive collections the industry has ever seen—astronaut-certiﬁed, never offered to the public, expertly researched and curated. All missions, all crews, all formats: Leon wouldn’t rest until each of his sets was complete.

the legacy

Two things deﬁne Leon Ford’s legacy: his impeccable collection and his unending generosity. We are honored to keep his legacy alive by ﬁnding new homes for his treasured pieces, and further honored to continue his legacy of charity with our own donations to the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation.

The Leon Ford NASA collection sale will take place live on June 25, 2015.

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RARE. REMARKABLE. MARCH 27 - APRIL 15

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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 beatles autographs

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 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 �� 38 Military �� 107 Aviation ��116 Space �� 121 Art, Architecture, & Design �� 146 Comic Art & Animation �� 166 Literature �� 170 Classic Music �� 206 Contemporary & Modern Music �� 218 Classic Entertainment �� 236 Sports �� 253 Terms & Conditions �� 260

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presidents & first ladies

1. George Washington. Ink signature, “President, US,” on an off-white 2 x .75 slip. Matted and framed with a color portrait of the president and an image of the free franked envelope from which this was clipped to an overall size of 8.5 x 15. A vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

An exiled Frenchman pleads for the president’s support 2. Thomas Jefferson.

Docketing signature, “Mr. Jefferson,” in the bottom margin of a letter sent to him by Congressman William Branch Giles, one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.5, September 25, 1801. The letter, an introduction for a Mr. Tubeuffe, in part: “He is the son of a gentleman of that name, who some years ago came from France to the United States [but] was unfortunately murdered by the Indians….After the death of the father, and during the minority of the son, the family was put on the list of emigrants by the then government of France. Mr. Tubeuffe having received assurances that their names will now be erased from the emigrant list proposes to visit his native country. Mr. Tubeuffe sensible of the high consideration attached to your name in France, conceives, that letters from you of his good conduct here, will essentially facilitate the execution of his objects.” In very good condition, with a few light scattered spots and soiling, mild toning to area of signature, and a few tiny chips and tears. Jefferson earned this “high consideration” of the French government during his tenure as minister to France from 1785 to 1789, during which time he lived in a house on the Champs Elysees in Paris. Jefferson’s signature, though small, is dark and distinct. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Jefferson’s crucial role in defining America’s courts, sent within weeks of ratification in 1790 3. Thomas Jefferson. LS signed as secretary of state, “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 8 x 9.75, June 25, 1790. Letter to the governor of Georgia. In full: “I have the honor to send you herein inclosed, two copies duly authenticated of the Act for giving effect to an Act intitled, ‘An Act to establish the Judicial Courts of the United States,’ within the State of Rhode Island and Providence plantations.” In very good condition, with silking on the reverse to repair separations and tears to horizontal folds, small chips and areas of paper loss affecting some words and portions of a few letters in Jefferson’s signature, and moderate spreading and mirroring to ink.

Rhode Island was the last of the original colonies to ratify the United States Constitution on May 29, 1790, less than one month prior to Jefferson’s letter. Article III established only the Supreme Court while granting Congress the power to create lower courts as necessary—a modest example of the ‘checks and balances’ between the three branches of government. On June 23, Congress organized Rhode Island as one judicial district assigned to the Eastern Circuit, authorizing one judgeship, and Jefferson subsequently notified the nation’s governors by sending copies of the newly passed statute. This letter represents the very beginnings of the United States, invoking the Constitutional powers granted to the federal government upon ratification. It is an early example of Jefferson’s role in the creation of the American judicial system, an influence which would only increase during his term as president. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Uncommon 1805 Jefferson-Madison ‘X’ patent

4. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as

secretary of state, one page, 12.5 x 14.5, October 1, 1805. An offical patent issued to “Samuel Bartlett a Citizen in the United States, [who] hath alledged that he has invented a new and useful improvement being a Clay pipe for Conduits.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by President Jefferson and Secretary of State Madison, as well as Secretary of the Navy Robert Smith. The embossed white paper seal and light blue ribbons to the left side remain intact. The second page, still attached by the binding ribbon, contains Bartlett’s own description of the manufacturing techniques used in making conduits out of clay. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a couple letters of Madison’s signature), both signatures a shade light, and foxing to folds on the second page. A fire in the patent office on December 15, 1836, destroyed a great majority of patents issued by the United States government over the previous forty years. Approximately 10,000 patent documents were lost, with about 2,800 recovered. When creating a filing system for these documents years later, all patents issued prior to the fire were numbered with an ‘X’ prefix—this example designated as ‘X637.’ As an uncommon example of such an ‘X’ patent in its complete and original form signed by two of America’s important early presidents, this is a fascinating document of historical interest. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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5. James Monroe. Partly-printed vellum DS as presi-

dent, one page, 15.25 x 9.75, April 10, 1824. President Monroe grants Newton Coffey of Montgomery County, Illinois, a parcel of land “in the District of Edwardsville and State of Illinois containing Eighty Acres.” Signed at the conclusion by President Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office George Graham. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains clean and fully intact. Intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through letters of the signature), and scattered staining and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

6. James Buchanan. Ink signature as secretary of state, “James

Buchanan,” on an off-white 5.75 x .5 slip clipped from a document. Light toning, soiling, and closely cropped edges, otherwise fine condition. Buchanan served in James K. Polk’s cabinet as secretary of state from 1845 to 1849. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

7. Abraham Lincoln. Beautiful photograph of Lincoln in near profile, 6.5 x 8, printed by George B. Ayres circa 1890 from the original negative taken by Alexander Hesler in Springfield, Illinois, in 1860. A copyright stamp, “G. E. Ayres, Copyright 1881,” is impressed in the lower left corner. Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.25 x 16. In fine condition. Accompanied by a printed description from the period, containing the history of the negatives and their rediscovery. Chicago photographer Alexander Hesler traveled to Springfield for his sitting with Lincoln in early June of 1860, just weeks after the latter secured the Republican presidential nomination. Following the close of the Civil War, George Ayres acquired two of Hesler’s original negatives and made a living selling prints of them from the 1880s through the turn of the century. A magnificent portrait of the Great Emancipator, considered one of the finest ever taken—by both the general public and the president himself. Starting Bid $200

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Enclosing Lincoln’s rebel-state appointment after Bedford Forrest’s massacre: “I trust that the slaughter at Fort Pillow will not be permitted to go unpunished”

8. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 11, September 11, 1863. President Lincoln appoints Delano F. Smith as a “Tax Commissioner for the District of Tennessee.” Crisply signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury Salmon P. Chase. Includes the original transmittal ALS from Chase to Smith, one page, Treasury Department letterhead, May 9, 1864, in part: “Through some inadvertence in the Internal Revenue Bureau at the Executive Mansion your nomination was not sent to the Senate as soon as it should have been. It was sent at last, however, and has been confirmed…I trust that the slaughter at Fort Pillow will not be permitted to go unpunished. In my judgment the highest officers in the rebel service now in our hands should be made to pay the penalty for this outrage.—It would do something towards the prevention of it, if the President would revoke his Amnesty Proclamation and insist upon putting colored soldiers upon the same footing with all the rest.” Professionally repaired partial separations to intersecting folds, repairs to small holes at intersections with a couple letters in the appointee’s position filled in, and light toning, otherwise fine condition; an overall appealing, clean appearance.

Chase references the recent massacre of United States Colored Troops by Nathan Bedford Forrest’s Confederates at Fort Pillow, Tennessee, on April 12, 1864. Taking place in Smith’s home state, the brutal incident galvanized public opinion against the Confederacy and served as a rallying cry for the Union for the remainder of the war. Delano T. Smith was a prominent political figure in the Republican party who specialized in financial matters, thus this appointment to the difficult position of collecting taxes from the rebel states. An excellent pairing of an appointment and wartime letter, both associated with federal involvement in the fractured South during the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Addressed to the relentless abolitionist 9. Abraham Lincoln. Free franked transmittal enve-

lope, 5.5 x 3, addressed in Lincoln’s hand to “Hon. C. Sumner,” and franked in the upper right corner, “A. Lincoln.” Double-matted and framed with images of President Lincoln and Charles Sumner to an overall size of 20 x 12.5. In fine condition, with a tear to the upper left corner and spreading to ink in a few letters. Sumner was an ardent and outspoken abolitionist, at first clashing with Lincoln over the president’s less radical policies. Despite Sumner’s criticisms and Lincoln’s hesitation to follow his advice, the two had great mutual respect for each other and were ultimately working toward the same moral goals in the preservation of the Union and emancipation of slavery. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

A Belgian diplomat for war-torn Kentucky 10. Abraham Lincoln. Partlyprinted DS as president, one page, 17.5 x 14, December 10, 1862. President Lincoln appoints Charles T. Van der Espt as “Vice Consul of Belgium, at Louisville, Kentucky.” Signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of State William H. Seward. Handsomely cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 26 x 22. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), separations along folds repaired with toned tape to reverse, and show-through from docketing to reverse, otherwise very good condition. Oversized. Although remembered as the ‘War Between the States,’ European nations held positions of considerable influence in the Civil War. Both the North and South purchased arms from Belgium which proved notoriously unreliable—they suffered from poor quality control and were loathed by soldiers for their forceful recoil. Committed to the idea of ‘cotton is king,’ the Confederate government recognized international trade as a key to their success and believed that the industrial nations of Europe would not tolerate the weakening of the cotton culture or interference in North American commerce. The Confederacy also targeted Europe via diplomatic means in attempts garner support and earn recognition as a sovereign state to further their legitimacy. President Lincoln combated these efforts with diplomacy of his own, as seen in this document—although the Union held Kentucky and the Confederate Army had withdrawn from the state a few months earlier, it was still a bastion of Southern thought and culture. An unusual foreign relations document from a time marked by domestic distress. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 9

Vicksburg on the horizon, General Grant writes to McPherson 11. U. S. Grant. Civil War–dated ALS signed “U.S. Grant, Maj. Gen.,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7.75, April 3, 1863. Letter to Major General James B. McPherson, written from the Vicksburg area. In full: “Pass Mr. Hawkins down. I would like to have you come down here as soon as you can. I want to explain to you the present situation.” An area of soiling to the upper portion, otherwise fine condition; a bold and crisply penned letter. The Siege of Vicksburg would begin the following month on May 18, with Grant leading his Army of the Tennessee to decisive victory in the course of three weeks. The three corps Grant brought to battle were led by Generals John A. McClernand, William T. Sherman, and James McPherson, and their defeat of John C. Pemberton’s Confederate forces led to Union control of the Mississippi. With Vicksburg considered a key turning point in the war, this is an exceptional wartime letter penned as Grant anticipates his next tactical move. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

12. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 15.5 x 19.5, October 31, 1877. President Hayes appoints John G. Walker as “a Captain in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by President Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of Navy Richard W. Thompson. The blue seal affixed at the bottom remains intact. A mild overall block of toning from previous display, soiling to the bottom, and trivial brushing to Hayes’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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13. Rutherford B. Hayes. Impressive disbound autograph book, 9.5 x 6, signed inside by over 400 political figures of the 1870s and 1880s such as the president, his cabinet, the Supreme Court, and Congress, including: Rutherford B. Hayes, William T. Sherman, John Sherman, Carl Schurz, Charles Devens, William King Rogers, David M. Key, William M. Evarts, Richard W. Thompson, George W. McCrary, Morrison Waite, Nathan Clifford, Samuel F. Miller, Noah Haynes Swayne, William Strong, Stephen Johnson Field, Joseph P. Bradley, and John Marshall Harlan. Also signed by over 350 of the senators and representatives comprising the 45th US Congress, plus a number of state legislators and other politicians. In very good condition, with scattered soiling and covers and binding absent. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare presidential appointment of a former Union general to Peru 14. James A. Garfield. Partly-printed

DS as president, one page, 8 x 9.75, May 27, 1881. President Garfield directs the “Secretary of State to cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to the envelope of my letter accrediting Stephen A. Hurlbut as Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States to Peru.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. Hurlbut served as a Union general during the Civil War, going on to be appointed as minister resident to Columbia from 1869 to 1872. After a brief stint in Congress, Garfield assigned him to Peru. This appointment dates to just five weeks before Garfield was shot by Charles Guiteau, an injury that proved fatal in September. As he was in office for a mere six months—and incapacitated for two—documents signed as president are very scarce. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Garfield’s personal copy of Milton’s works, including Paradise Lost 15. James A. Garfield. Signed book: The Poetical Works of John

Milton. London: T. Nelson and Sons, 1853. Hardcover, 4.5 x 6.5, 523 pages. Signed on the first free end page in ink, “J. A. Garfield, Hiram. June 1st 1857.” Garfield’s 2.5 x 1.5 personal bookplate, “Inter Folia Fructus Library of James A. Garfield,” is affixed to the front pastedown, with Garfield also writing “Copperheads,” in pencil on the rear pastedown. Autographic condition: very good, with soiling and dampstaining to the signed page. Book condition: G+/None, in a VG+ case. Accompanied by a custom-made clamshell box. Garfield was a voracious reader who amassed a large collection of books. The first Presidential memorial library, completed at the Lawnfield estate in Ohio by First Lady Lucretia Garfield four years after her husband’s assassination, houses almost 3,000 books that were used and treasured by the 20th president. More than two decades ago, several dozen of his books were de-accessioned, with this personal volume among them. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

16. James A. Garfield.

Ink franking signature, “J. A. Garfield, MC,” on an off-white 3 x 1 slip clipped from a larger address panel and stamped “Free” in the upper right. Affixed to a same-size card. In very good condition, with light wrinkling, soiling, and closely cropped edges. Accompanied by a handsome cabinet photo of Garfield by J. F. Ryder of Cleveland.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

17. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, April

25, 1903. Letter to C. H. Kavanaugh. In part: “I was reminded a few days ago of your continued very good kindness and thoughtfulness by the receipt of a warm and bountiful supply of underwear…I feel abundantly furnished for a long time to come, with protection against all sorts of weather.” In fine condition, with mild mirroring to ink. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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18. William McKinley. TLS as president, one page, 5.75 x 9, Executive Mansion letterhead, March 2, 1898. Letter to General Charles F. Manderson in Omaha. In part: “Your kindly words of congratulation and approval of the policy which is being pursued by the administration in the matters which you mention are very welcome and gratifying to me.” Intersecting folds passing through the signature, light wrinkling, and toning to edges, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a modern photo. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

19. William McKinley. Bold ink signature as president, “William McKinley, Feb 19th 1898,” on an off-white 8.25 x 9 album page, also signed on the reverse by Admiral George Dewey. Includes a carbon copy bulletin issued to report on McKinley’s health two days after being shot, one page, 8 x 6.75, September 8, [1901], in part: “The improvement in the President’s condition has continued since last bulletin. Pulse 128, temperature 101, respiration 27.” In fine condition, with wrinkles and toning to the bulletin. Accompanied by the Executive Mansion transmittal envelope for the bulletin. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Massive portrait of the Rough Rider 20. Theodore Roosevelt. Spec-

tacular matte-finish 15.5 x 19.5 photo of Roosevelt in his Rough Riders cavalry uniform, affixed to its original 18 x 23.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in bold black ink as president, “To Captain John Means Thompson 9th Regiment N.G.N.Y. With the best wishes of Theodore Roosevelt Sept. 7th 1907.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 28.5 x 34.5. In fine condition, with some professional touch-ups to black background and a few trivial spots to the mount. This amazing photograph of Roosevelt standing tall in his Rough Riders uniform is inscribed to a captain in another division that saw heavy action during the SpanishAmerican War. Signed as president with the affection of one soldier to another, this striking photo captures the heart of Roosevelt as ‘The Colonel’ and is arguably the finest we have encountered. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Substantial late 19th-century naval archive, including Roosevelt as assistant secretary

21. Theodore Roosevelt. Archive of letters sent to Captain Frank M. Bennett, comprised of over 150 letters and documents contained

within a 9 x 13 binder, including two signed by Theodore Roosevelt during his time as assistant secretary of the Navy. The first, signed twice, “T. Roosevelt,” one page, Navy Department letterhead, November 22, 1897, in part: “Proceed to Washington, D.C., and report to Assistant Secretary of the Navy…for temporary duty in connection with the Board on the Reorganization of Personnel of the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by Secretary of the Navy John D. Long and signed twice by Roosevelt, noting when Bennett reported for duty and completed his duty. The second, signed “T. Roosevelt,” one page, Navy Department letterhead, September 21, 1897, in part: “Upon the reporting of your relief… report to the Commander-in-Chief of the North Atlantic Station, for duty on board the U.S.F.S. New York.” The archive as a whole spans 1878 to 1901, and other notable signers include: George W. Melville, Winfield Scott Schley, Benjamin F. Tracy, Edward D. Taussig, Hilary A. Herbert, John R. Lynch, William C. Whitney, William E. Chandler, William H. Hunt, and many by Bennett himself. In overall very good to fine condition. Bennett was a career Navy officer who began his service as an engineer in 1879. He served on several different ships and was briefly detached for special duty at the Paris Exposition in September 1898. On April 30, 1917, shortly after the United States entered World War I, Bennett assumed the duties of Commander, Division 4, Atlantic Fleet, with his flag onboard USS Minnesota. A historically interesting and substantial archive highlighted by the presence of two Roosevelt letters. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

22. Theodore Roosevelt. Photo postcard of the White House, 5.5 x 3.5, boldly signed in fountain pen in the lower border, “Theodore Roosevelt.” Collector’s notation below indicates that it was received on October 25, 1907. Some light wear to corners and a few spots of discoloration to lower right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Inscribed copy of Stonewall Jackson’s Way for a Washington socialite 23. Theodore Roosevelt. Signed book: Stonewall Jackson’s Way. Limited edition of 200. Cedar Rapids, Iowa: The Torch Press, 1915. Hardcover, 6.75 x 9.25, 7 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Aunt Jobiska from her devoted nephew Theodore Roosevelt, Sept 13th 1916.” Above Roosevelt’s signature is a presentation inscription to him from the owner of the original manuscript, “Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, With regards of W.K. Bixby, St. Louis 12/16/15.” Autographic condition: very good to fine, with light soiling to signed page, dampstaining to edges, and overall feathering to Roosevelt’s signature and inscription. Book condition: G+/None. “Aunt Jobiska” is a reference to a fictional character in ‘The Pobble Who Has No Toes,’ a nonsensical poem written by English poet Edward Lear in 1877. Roosevelt had used this as a nickname for Mrs. Ralph Cross Johnson, a prominent Washingtonian and patron of the arts. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

President Roosevelt finds himself “with renewed sympathy, and regret that I have no power in the matter” 24. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, March 6, 1907. Letter to Nannie, in full: “Pray accept my deep sympathy in your troubles. As John will tell you, the Federal Government has nothing to do with any State matter of that kind. We have no power to interfere in any way. John is a lawyer and he will know far better than I what steps you can take. Wishing you all good fortune in your efforts, dear Nannie.” Roosevelt makes three emendations in his own hand, and adds at the conclusion, “with renewed sympathy, and regret that I have no power in the matter.” In fine condition. The wife of Theodore Roosevelt’s first cousin John, Nannie Roosevelt institutionalized her delusional sister Blanche at the Bloomingdale Asylum in 1903. She spent the next five years struggling to gain control of Blanche’s finances to ensure that her income would be devoted to her care. Serving in the nation’s highest office and removed from State affairs, President Roosevelt found himself unable to get involved in this emotional family case. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

25. Theodore Roosevelt. Engraved portrait of the exterior of the White House, 4.75 x 3, signed under the image in fountain pen. Removably corner-mounted to an 8.5 x 11 presentation sheet bearing an image of Roosevelt. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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27. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-

printed DS as president, one page, 22 x 17, June 13, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints John W. Fitzgerald as “Postmaster at Grand Ledge in the County of Eaton State of Michigan.” Signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and countersigned by Postmaster General Henry C. Payne. The gold seal and ribbon affixed to the lower left remain intact. Rolled and in very good condition, with light vertical folds (two passing through letters of the signature), toning to the lower left from the seal and ribbon, and edge dings and creases. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Superlative Roosevelt-Taft military appointment 28. Theodore Roosevelt and William H. Taft. Choice partlyprinted vellum DS, signed “Theodore Roosevelt” as president and “Wm. H. Taft” as secretary of war, one page, 15.75 x 20, January 31, 1905. President Roosevelt appoints Otto Becker as “Paymaster, with the rank of Major.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of War Taft. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition. A positively gorgeous, bright document boasting bold, crisp signatures of two American presidents. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The League of Nations and Monroe Doctrine

29. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” three pages, 8 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 10, 1919. Letter to newspaper correspondent

Gus J. Karger concerning negotiations over the League of Nations. In part: “I enclose herewith a copy of some tentative reservations and interpretations which, it seems to me, might be made without affecting the usefulness of the League, and without really raising the opposition or delaying the general settlement of peace terms…I had a letter from McCumber that gave me a little qualm. He seems to be willing as a last resort to strike out the word ‘preserve’ and retain only the word ‘respect’ in Article X, which of course would largely destroy the effect of the article as an affirmative and useful and threatening declaration. It is the threat of Article X that is going to be effective, and the more you weaken it, the less useful the League becomes…In respect to the Monroe Doctrine. It seems to me to cover every part of the Monroe Doctrine that we have any right to claim, and it excludes non-American nations from any interference in this hemisphere to enforce Article X unless we choose to invite them in. The attitude of Lodge and Spencer, and even of Root, that we can not define the Monroe Doctrine, because we intend to make it as broad as we choose in exclusion of non-American nations from any relation at all with the western hemisphere, is German, is domineering, is bullying, is offensive, and is wholly unwarranted by any precedent.” Taft also writes “Confidential” at the top of the first page and adds a few words to the text in his own hand. In very good condition, with rusty paperclip marks and dampstaining to the upper left corner, and overall toning. Accompanied by a carbon copy typescript explaining Taft’s reservations, and a telegram sent from Taft to Karger. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

30. William H. Taft. Partly-printed DS, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 16 x .75, September 22, 1910. President Taft appoints Louis A. Kaiser as “a Commander in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by President Taft and countersigned by Acting Secretary of the Navy R. F. Nicholson. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains intact with trivial chips to a few of the points. In fine condition, with light creases, a small piece of tape to the upper right edge, and uniform toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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31. Taft, Coolidge, and 1920s Notables. Softcover autograph album, 6.25 x 4.5, containing fifteen signatures on off-white cards affixed

inside with some coming loose, including: William H. Taft, Calvin Coolidge (on an official White House card), Orville Wright, John Philip Sousa, Gene Tunney, Charles Evans Hughes, Jane Addams, Helen Wills, Lorado Taft, Ernestine Schumann-Heink, Mary Roberts Rinehart, Ralph Henry Barbour, Harold Bell Wright, Zane Grey, and Frank B. Kellogg. The autographs were collected by mail and most of the pages have notations indicating the date of receipt, spanning 1926â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1929. In overall fine condition, with aforementioned black mounts affixed to corners. A nice assemblage of notable figures of the era. Starting Bid $200

Historic Harris and Ewing portrait of Wilson delivering his War Message to Congress in 1917 32. Woodrow Wilson. Important vintage mattefinish 9.75 x 6.5 Harris and Ewing photo of Wilson delivering his request for a declaration of war against Germany to a joint session of Congress on April 2, 1917, affixed to its original 12.75 x 10 photographerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen by Wilson and also signed by Vice President Thomas Marshall and Speaker of the House Champ Clark. Mount has been inlaid to a 17.5 x 14.5 off-white mount. Scattered silvering to edges and darker portions of the image, mild toning and foxing to mount, and a few creases to top left corner of mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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35. Calvin Coolidge.

33. Woodrow Wilson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 19 x 15, April 29, 1915. President Wilson appoints Oliver P. Robinson as “Captain of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Wilson and countersigned by Secretary of War Lindley M. Garrison; also countersigned in the upper left by H. P. McCain. The blue seal affixed to the lower left remains crisply embossed and fully intact. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 28 x 24. In fine condition, with light soiling. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, May 3, 1924. Letter to Warren Ryder of Mill Valley, California. In part: “I am greatly interested in the extract which you quote, and should be very glad to have any further results of your study of the immigration problems as it affects the Pacific Coast.” Punch holes to two borders and toned tape remnants to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Just 20 days later, President Coolidge would sign the Immigration Act of 1924 into law, which included the National Origins Act and Asian Exclusion Act. This restrictive law put significant limitations on the immigration of Southern Europeans, Eastern Europeans, and Jews, as well as entirely prohibiting the immigration of Asians. The latter portion would have had the biggest impact on the San Francisco area of Coolidge’s correspondent, which was the home of the largest Asian communities in America. An intriguing letter from a controversial moment in the history of immigration to the United States, which remains a hot-button political issue to this day. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

34. Woodrow Wilson. Two DSs: partly-printed DS as president, one page, 18.75 x 14, April 26, 1915. President Wilson appoints James

C. Crane as “Postmaster at Saint John, in the County of Whitman, State of Washington”; and a partly-printed DS as president, one page, 18 x 14, January 29, 1916, again appointing Crane as postmaster at Saint John. Both documents are signed at the conclusion by President Wilson and Postmaster General Albert S. Burleson. The gold seals affixed to the lower left of both documents remain fully intact. Toning to edges, soiling to the upper right of one document, and one of the signatures just a shade light, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Critics seem to believe that the Chapter devoted to National Regimentation, being an attack on the New Deal, should be suppressed” 36. Herbert Hoover. Archive of material from Herbert Hoover to

Lewis Strauss, comprised primarily of 26 TLSs, spanning 1934 to 1964, signed in a number of manners including “Herbert Hoover,” “Herbert,” and “H. H.” Also includes a signed photo of the White House, a free-franked envelope, and two clipped signatures. Many of the letters have attachments or accompanying material, such as articles, carbon copies of letters, and other ephemera. The 1934 letter, in part: “I am greatly obliged for your interest in the manuscript. I have rewritten a large part of it. A considerable portion of our friendly critics seem to believe that the Chapter devoted to National Regimentation, being an attack on the New Deal, should be suppressed. That, I feel, would be reducing the book merely to an essay on Liberty, of which there have been many before and many of them better.” In 1941, Hoover writes: “Depletion and some part of depreciation are a legal set up for tax purposes. The profit set up is really better than it looks in consequence.” He responds to an article in 1961, writing: “That piece was no doubt an over-statement of my qualities. But to me, it was an expression of friendship over these 44 years. Never in my life has there been such a touching tribute as that article in the Readers Digest.” Other topics Hoover discusses include fundraising, books and articles, projects, and general subjects. In overall fine condition. Lewis Strauss began working as Hoover’s assistant in 1917, when Hoover was serving as head of the Commission for Relief in Belgium. Strauss went on to serve in the Navy, rising to a rank of rear admiral, and became a major figure in the development of nuclear weapons and nuclear power in the United States. He developed a lasting friendship and working relationship with Hoover, becoming one of his most trusted associates and a frequent correspondent. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon collection of handwritten Hoover letters 37. Herbert Hoover. Collection of four uncommon ALSs from Herbert Hoover to Lewis Strauss and his wife Alice, two signed “Herbert” and two signed “Herbert Hoover,” each one page, dated in the 1950s and 1960s. His letter to Alice, in part: “This tourmaline has the advantage of great age—Pre Manchu—but the amateur sender did a poor job of trying to make a pendant of it. However tourmalines are the Chinese stone of affection.” One is in pencil, July 7, 1960, in full: “It seemed to me you needed more of a memento of Larry than just a rod. This is his favorite deep-sea reel.” Also includes an ANS in pencil, signed “H.,” with a memo dated February 4, 1918, instructing Strauss to forward a copy of the statement. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a letter from Hoover’s secretary and a couple other unsigned carbon copies and ephemera. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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38. Herbert H o o v e r. A L S ,

one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, dated “Xmas 1952.” Letter to Alice, in full: “The importance of his bug is only that it brings protection from all accidents. It is not glass but an ancient Chinese stone carving. I think that as it has been served for a long time it must be potent.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

39. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS signed “FDR,” one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, October 29, 1935. Letter to Secretary of the Senate Colonel Edwin A. Halsey. In full: “Thank you ever so much for sending me that very nicely bound volume of Veto Messages. I am delighted to have it and it will be most useful.” Roosevelt adds the final line in his own hand, “Also for the new pamphlet—it is excellent.” In fine condition, with mild creases. With a higher number of new proposals to solve the problems of the Great Depression and World War II—and with a lengthy twelve years in office—FDR vetoed far more bills than any other president in American history, 635 in total. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare letter of state expressing “deep sorrow of the great affliction which has befallen Your Majesty and the Royal Family of Greece” 40. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 10.25 x 13.75, calligraphic President

of the United States letterhead, June 11, 1940. Letter to King George II of Greece. In part: “I have received the letter…in which Your Majesty conveyed to me the sad tidings of the death in Athens on the 21st of January of Your Majesty’s beloved uncle, Prince Christopher. I learn with deep sorrow of the great affliction which has befallen Your Majesty and the Royal Family of Greece, and I offer to you my sincere and heartfelt sympathy. May God have Your Majesty and Your Majesty’s Family in His safe and holy Keeping.” In fine condition, with mirroring to ink at the bottom of the page. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope bearing a large presidential seal on the reverse. Neither the United States nor Greece were active in World War II at the time of this letter, but that would change four months later when the Greeks were handed an ultimatum by Mussolini. The Italian leader’s demand that Axis forces be allowed to enter Greek territory was rejected, prompting an attack on their borders. President Roosevelt would go on to commend the resilience and resistance of the Greek people throughout the war, and in 1943 transferred a warship, dubbed the ‘King George II,’ to the Greek Navy under the American lend-lease policy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

41. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Impressive five-volume hardcover set of The Public Papers and Addresses of Franklin D. Roosevelt. New York: Random House, 1938. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page of Volume One in fountain pen, “For Charles Stevenson Davis, from, Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Autographic condition: fine, with toning to the signed page. Book conditions: VG/None. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Oversized staff photo—‘DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN’ 43. Harry S. Truman. Rare oversized

matte-finish 14 x 11 photo of Truman holding up the memorable ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend Merle Young, with kindest regards, Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition, with trivial creases and edge dings, and the signature and inscription slightly faded. Young was pointman for Truman’s vice president, Alben Barkley, and the husband of an assistant to President Truman’s secretary. In 1951, Young was implicated in the Reconstruction Finance Corporation (RFC) scandal, in which Young and two other Missouri Democrats—Truman aide Donald Dawson and DNC chairman William Boyle—were charged with influence peddling in the loans made by the RFC. An exceptional, large example of this iconic photograph intriguingly associated with a political scandal during Truman’s administration. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Rare complete issue of the famous misprint 44. Harry S. Truman. Complete issue of the Chicago Daily Tribune of November 3, 1948, 17 x 24, featuring the iconic banner headline “Dewey Defeats Truman.” In fine condition. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the deadline for the edition. The Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next President. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would in fact be reelected. The already delivered ‘error’ newspapers were gathered for return by staff members sent out to pick them up from newsstands and homes in the Chicago area. Original, entirely complete editions of this newspaper are becoming increasingly scarce. Starting Bid $300

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45. Harry S. Truman. TLS as presi-

dent, one page, 6.75 x 8.5, White House letterhead, September 28, 1949. Letter to H. E. Josten, in part: “I send you my greetings and warm congratulations on the occasion of THE NEW ERA’s Diamond Anniversary celebration. I am impressed by the wealth of local news in the sample copy you sent me. To have survived the vicissitudes of seventy-five years, THE NEW ERA must have served its communities well.” Handsomely double-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Truman to an overall size of 21 x 16. In fine condition, with two small areas of soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

46. Harry S. Truman. Matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Truman, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Keith Allison, kind regards, Harry S. Truman, 2-10-66.” In fine condition, with mild creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“When this war is over I think (perhaps) I’ll have my fill of moving around and will be content just to sit, and let the world whirl along” 47. Dwight D. Eisenhower. World War

II–dated ALS signed “Ike,” three pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 10.5, March 9, [1943]. Letter to his wife, Mamie. In part: “Work never seems to be less than it was the day before. It’s a good thing! Keeping busy is the best cure for brooding and I do have full days. Not long ago I got up at 3:00, started travelling at 4:00 (planes could not fly), rode all that day and all the next night until 5:30 a.m.—then got one hour’s sleep and traveled all day until 7:00 p.m. I was certainly sick of automobiles by that time!…When this war is over I think (perhaps) I’ll have my fill of moving around and will be content just to sit, and let the world whirl along. Don’t think I’m worn out or am unhappy, except as I cannot seem to accept being separated from you. At least not gracefully!” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The trip Eisenhower describes was an all-night tour of the front near Sidi-bou-Zid on February 13, where he went for a short walk in the desert around midnight. He returned to General Lloyd Fredendall’s headquarters around 5:30 in the morning, only to learn that divisions of the German Panzer Army were advancing toward the area where he had been only hours earlier. Shortly thereafter Eisenhower made his way back to Constantine, visiting the famous Roman ruins at Timgad on the way. It was also during 1943 that Eisenhower earned his fourth star and his authority was extended as commander of AFHQ across the Mediterranean basin to include the British Eighth Army. A lengthy, infrequently seen letter from “Ike” during a dramatic turning point in his military career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Remarkable letter to Mamie while preparing for D-Day 48. Dwight D. Eisenhower. War-

dated ALS signed “Ike,” three pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 10.25, [March 26, 1944]. Fantastic letter to his wife, Mamie. In part: “I’m so glad you like your coat. Nothing I ever tried to buy caused me as much grief and trouble as that did. But as long as you like it, all the trouble and misunderstanding was well worth while…A V-mail just arrived from Johnny. He said he had 80 days to go, and is still scratching his head over ‘branch!’ It’s a tough one, but he must decide for himself. He had just received a note from you, and said ‘Mom is fine.’ It has been some days since I’ve had a direct letter from you…The pressure stays up at a high level—but I think I carry the burdens sufficiently well to keep my equilibrium. It would be a lot easier if I could see you if only for an hour a week. I wish so often and so much for you. Must be I love you!!” Superbly matted and framed with a photo of Eisenhower to an overall size of 24 x 29. In fine condition. Oversized. During this period Eisenhower was busy planning for the invasion of Normandy in Operation Overlord, which has come to be known as DDay—an understandably stressful time as he painstakingly prepared the greatest amphibious assault in history. Despite the pressure and sleepless nights, Eisenhower’s vitality shines through in this wonderful letter home to his beloved wife, providing an intimate glimpse into his personal relationships. His son John Sheldon Doud Eisenhower was about to graduate from West Point, ironically graduating on June 6, 1944—the same day that Eisenhower was commanding the Normandy landings. An amazing letter from this pivotal time in both his family and military life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“This whole political business is very confusing” 49. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “Ike,” one page, 7 x 10, personal letterhead,

August 13, 1952. Letter to his older brother Edgar, in part: “I am just dispatching a note to Mr. Maginnis to thank him for his contribution to the campaign. The editorial you enclosed, written by Mr. Fitzpatrick, has already been turned over to the political staff. This whole political business is very confusing. It is scarcely possible to propose a question or problem that does not instantly receive a dozen different answers—each colored by the thinking in the area in which a particular individual lives, or by the group in which he earns his livelihood. There are, for example, as many different ideas on farm problems as there are definitely defined sections of agricultural activity.” In fine condition. Despite his admitted confusion with politics, Eisenhower successfully navigated his way to the presidency, winning the election just three months later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

In search of federal appointees: “You can see the need for a little bit of young blood” 50. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president signed “D.E.,”

one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, March 12, 1953. Letter to his brother, Edgar Eisenhower, in part: “I have been somewhat troubled myself by the practice of selecting federal appointees from among selected officials in states. I quite understand your bewilderment and resentment…This morning there was a young man in my office from the State of Washington named Owen Clarke. He will probably be appointed to a post for which we think his experience fits him. He said that once or twice he had been on the opposite side of the fence from you in some particular legal contest in Tacoma. He…has been turned up because of my insistence upon looking for some young men to get into some of these appointive positions. In one commission that we have here—an important one—I am quite certain that the average age is no less than seventy-two. In fact we have one man who, I believe, they told me was eighty-one. You can see the need for a little bit of young blood.” In fine condition, with rusty paperclip impressions to upper edge. Clark was appointed chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission later this year, despite his admitted prior legal battles with the president’s brother. An excellent letter touching on the daunting task of selecting federal officials—made even more troublesome by the personal disagreements between Eisenhower and his politically opinionated big brother. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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51. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Signed limited edition two-volume hardcover set of The White House Years [Mandate for Change and Waging Peace] both signed on an opening page in black felt tip, and both numbered 82/1500. Each book is housed in its original slipcase. Autographic conditions: very fine. Book conditions: NF/None, in VG+ slipcases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

52. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Patriotic matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 portrait of Eisenhower in uniform against an American flag background, affixed to a 9 x 12 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen. Dings and small chips to corners and edges of the mount, and corners of the photo peeling from the mount, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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53. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Eisenhower working at his desk, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, â&#x20AC;&#x153;For James P. Lynch, with best wishes, Dwight D. Eisenhower.â&#x20AC;? Scattered bends and creases (most noticeably to the upper left corner), otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Iconic oversized Bachrach portrait presented to a Democratic senator 54. John F. Kennedy. Outstanding matte-finish 10 x

12.75 photo of Kennedy by Fabian Bachrach, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “For Senator Guy Gillette, with the esteem and warm regards of his old friend and colleague—John F. Kennedy.” Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 18.25 x 21.25. In fine condition, with light creases near the bottom of the image. A Democrat from Iowa, Gillette served in both the House of Representatives and Senate from the 1930s through 1950s, overlapping with JFK’s tenure in the Senate for two years. As the definitive portrait of President Kennedy inscribed to one of his Democratic colleagues, this is an exceptional piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Early JFK letter from his stint at Stanford 55. John F. Kennedy. Scarce ALS signed “Jack K.,” one page both sides, 7 x 10.5, Stanford University letterhead, no date but circa 1940. Letter to Mr. Goldsmith. In full: “Thank you very much for sending me the issue of Foreign Policy Bulletin. I appreciate your interest very much. Hope to see you down South this winter as I expect to get back for Christmas.” In fine condition, with a few stray marks, a chip to one corner, and a trimmed left edge. Earlier in 1940, the soon-to-be Harvard grad published his senior thesis, Why England Slept, which became a best seller. After graduating and unsure of his next move, Kennedy enrolled in the politically conservative Stanford Graduate School of Business in the fall. He soon left the school and decided to join the Navy in 1941, making letters from his time at Stanford quite scarce. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The young congressman hopes to influence a naval assignment for a fellow Solomon Island vet 56. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 7.75

x 10.25, House of Representatives letterhead, March 21, 1950. Letter to John H. Artesani, a specialist aboard the USS Shenandoah. In full: “Further reference is made to your desire to secure an assignment to shore duty with the United States Navy. I am enclosing, herewith, a copy of the letter I have just received from Captain W. O. Burch, Head of the Enlisted Detailing Section of the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Department of the Navy, Washington 25, D.C., which speaks for itself. I have contacted the Commander, Service Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet, in your behalf, and shall keep you posted as to the results of my efforts in that direction.” In very good condition, with overall creases and scattered stains. Like Kennedy, Artesani was a Boston native enlisted in the US Navy during World War II. He was serving aboard the USS O’Bannon near the Solomon Islands at the same time Kennedy was commanding PT-109 in the area. Kennedy’s heroism in rescuing his crew after PT-109 was rammed by a Japanese ship earned him nationwide recognition and later helped to propel his political career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“It is most important that Congress enact suitable amendments to the Taft-Hartley bill” 57. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, April 13, 1953. Letter to Robert Denniston. In part: “I agree with you that it is most important that Congress enact suitable amendments to the Taft-Hartley bill. It is rather difficult to say exactly what is going to happen, but I imagine, and this is just a guess, that Senator Taft will assert a decisive influence upon the amendments that are finally accepted…the amendments he has submitted…are by no means his final opinion on this question.” In fine condition. Kennedy had entered the Senate just three months prior to writing this letter—on this Committee on Labor and Public Welfare letterhead, he is the last of the Democrats listed by seniority. Senator Robert A. Taft, who had sponsored the bill in question in 1947, is listed as the senior Republican on the committee. Passed by Congress after President Truman’s veto in 1947, the Taft–Hartley Act restrained the influence of unions. After congressional battles over amendments for the next decade, the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act was passed in 1959. A choice letter with political content from early in Kennedy’s senatorial career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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59. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5. Signed and inscribed in black ink on the first free end page, “To Gertrude Smith, with very good wishes, John Kennedy.” Autographic condition: fine, with overall toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/VG-. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Important appointment for the International Monetary Fund 60. John F. Kennedy. Partlyprinted DS as president, one page, 23 x 19, March 7, 1961. President Kennedy appoints George W. Ball as “United States Alternate Governor of the International Monetary Fund for a term of five years, and United States Alternate Governor of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for a term of five years.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Kennedy and countersigned by Secretary of State Dean Rusk. The crisply embossed white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact and in excellent condition. In fine condition. Ball’s experience in international economics began in World War II, during which he served as an official of the Lend Lease program. After the war he assisted the French government with its economic recovery and negotiations regarding the Marshall Plan. A key figure in Democratic circles, he played an integral role in Adlai Stevenson’s campaigns of the 1950s and went on to serve in several different capacities in the Kennedy and Johnson administrations, culminating in a stint as US ambassador to the United Nations. Exceptionally clean and crisp, this is a superior example of an appointment from early in the Kennedy administration. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Sending thanks to the head of White House security 61. John F. Kennedy. TLS as president signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, December 18, 1962. Letter to Major Ralph Stover, in full: “I appreciate very much the excellent service you and the other members of your force have rendered to me and the members of my staff during the past year. You have been extremely kind and courteous to us. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.” In fine condition, with a tiny spot of soiling and trivial adhesive remnants to the corners from previous display. Ralph Stover joined the Secret Service’s uniformed White House Police Force in 1940, and for the next 27 years oversaw the protection of five American presidents. Serving as the Force’s chief beginning in 1958, he was especially close with the Kennedys, earning the affectionate nickname ‘Smokey’ from JFK for his shared last name with the popular comic strip character Smokey Stover. A charming letter of thanks to his important protector and friend, who would forever lament his absence from Kennedy’s tragic trip to Dallas the following fall. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Philippine cigar “specially made for President Kennedy” after the ban on Cuban imports

62. John F. Kennedy. Unopened cigar, 5.25˝ long, presented to President Kennedy by Philippine Ambassador Amelito Mutuc. Cigar label reads, “Flor Fina Coronas Alhambra Manila,” on a red and gold label with a black band imprinted “Choicest Philippine Tobacco Sumatra Wrapper.” Printed in gold on the wrapper is: “Specially made for President Kennedy.” Nicely double-matted and framed with a color portrait of Kennedy on the water smoking a cigar, and a small plaque to an overall size of 14.5 x 21.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by copies of correspondence between Kennedy and Mutuc, in which the president sends thanks for the gift of “the fine cigars.” Kennedy’s affinity for cigars is well known, including ordering over 1000 Cuban cigars the day before imposing the country’s trade embargo with Cuba in 1962, a ban which still exists today. Starting Bid $200

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63. 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

64. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, no date but postmarked February 8, 1960. Letter to Barbara Scannell, Joseph P. Kennedy’s secretary. In part: “Could you find out where the Kennedys got their bamboo knives & forks etc that they use everyday, (at the Mart). And could you order for me 6 place settings—knife, fork, spoon, soup spoon, butter knife & have them sent & billed to me here…P. S. Will you make sure the Bueb painting at Chatsworth which Mrs. K had sent from our house at the Cape to Palm Beach, is brought back to us when Dave drives up next spring!!! Thanks for your sweet letter about the blouse—you deserve a carload of them.” In fine condition, with a trivial fingerprint to the upper border. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Kennedy’s hand. Franz Bueb was an artist who painted a number of portraits of Jacqueline Kennedy, as well as some landscapes of Chatsworth. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

65. Ronald Reagan. ALS signed “Dutch,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, January 4, [postmarked 1978]. Letter to Lydia Hupfer McArthur, in part: “Well the holidays are over but life gets busier. You asked what we were doing and I think most of my time is spent on airplanes. I’m out on the banquet circuit averaging about 6 to 8 speeches a month. In between banquets I’m doing a 5 day a week commentary on 300 stations & a twice a week newspaper column. It really isn’t too awful though. We have a beautiful ranch up the coast & manage to get their [sic] fairly often—sometimes for just an overnight or two—now & then for several days. We ride horses, do chores and forget about banquets. I was filled with memories a couple of months ago. The circuit took me to Iowa but not Des Moines. For a few days my name was again ‘Dutch.’” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, written in Reagan’s own hand. Lydia Hupfer ‘Hup’ MacArthur was the widow of Pete MacArthur, program director of WOC in Davenport, Iowa. In 1932, MacArthur had given a then 21-year-old Reagan his first job as a sports announcer. They would remain friends until her passing at the age of 102 in 1995. A warm and insightful letter written a year before Reagan would declare his candidacy for president. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 31

66. Ronald Reagan and George Bush.

Exceptional quality navy blue leather Reagan– Bush White House garment bag, measuring approximately 24 x 36, with a zip-up front, four smaller zip-up pockets, two carrying handles, and impressively detailed embroidered color presidential seal and “The White House” embroidered on the front. In very fine condition. The consignor of this piece worked in Washington radio journalism during the 1970s and 1980s. He obtained this bag from a White House staffer who purchased it through the White House gift shop, which at the time was not open to the general public. Starting Bid $200

67. Ronald Reagan and George Bush. Superior quality black

leather Reagan–Bush White House carry-on bag, measuring approximately 14.5 x 12 x 6, with a zip-up top, two carrying handles, and impressively detailed embroidered color presidential seal and “The White House” embroidered on the small front pocket. In very fine condition. The consignor of this piece worked in Washington radio journalism during the 1970s and 1980s. He obtained this bag from a White House staffer who purchased it through the White House gift shop, which at the time was not open to the general public. Starting Bid $200

“I, too, was deeply alarmed with the recent United States Supreme Court decision regarding the burning of our flag” 68. Bill Clinton. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, State of Arkansas letterhead, July 12, 1989. Clinton thanks a supporter and comments on flag burning. In part: “Thank you for your letter regarding your concern about the threat of a local man to burn our flag. I, too, was deeply alarmed with the recent United States Supreme Court decision regarding the burning of our flag…I am pleased that this manner has resolved itself, at least for the present time. We can now begin to put together an appropriate legal response to this incredible Supreme Court decision which will inspire and insure respect for our flag and what it stands for, while protecting our First Amendment rights.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In 1989 and again in 1990, the United States Supreme Court ruled that due to the First Amendment, a government cannot prohibit the desecration of a flag, as it displayed a form of ‘symbolic speech.’ While an amendment to protect the flag has been passed several times by the House of Representatives, it has failed in the Senate each time. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Three American presidents—plus a sleepy Churchill—through the lens of a Navy photographer

Harry S. Truman

Dwight D. Eisenhower

69. Presidential Photographs. Impres-

sive archive of photographs taken by US Navy photographer Paul Begley, who was enlisted from 1942 through 1963 and assigned as the presidential photographer for both Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower. The archive is comprised of twenty-two presidential photos plus dozens of photos depicting other subjects. Archive includes:

John F. Kennedy More images from this collection are available online at www.RRAuction.com

Seven 4 x 5 contact prints of Harry S. Truman with matching negatives, including: three of Truman and Winston Churchill on the USS Williamsburg in 1952; and four of Truman on vacation and relaxing with family, one of which shows the president shirtless on the beach. Eleven 4 x 5 contact prints of Dwight D. Eisenhower with matching negatives, with three depicting official events: Eisenhower with Queen Elizabeth reviewing the Canadian military; President Eisenhower being sworn in for his second term by Chief Justice Earl Warren in the East Room of the White House on January 20, 1957; and Vice President Richard Nixon being sworn in at the same time. The others primarily show Eisenhower’s personal life or informal events, including his family at Camp David in 1954; Eisenhower practicing his favorite hobby of painting; four of Eisenhower and Winston Churchill at a bachelor party in London in 1959, one of which catches Churchill dozing off on the couch; a photo of Ike’s painting of Churchill; and one of Eisenhower looking through a periscope. The final presidential shots are of John F. Kennedy, with three glossy 10 x 8 contact sheets from 1962 showing John F. Kennedy deplaning from Air Force One and talking with various military officials, then giving a speech on the tarmac. A fourth contact sheet shows Kennedy visiting one of the Navy’s warships. These contact prints each have twelve images, for a total of forty-eight. Also includes a glossy 10 x 8 photo of Kennedy in a Lincoln Continental Convertible, date stamped November 26, 1962, on the reverse. None of the JFK negatives are present. The balance of the collection consists of dozens of other photos and negatives of non-presidential events, military officers, and assorted other subjects, and some other supplemental material and ephemera such as a hardbound book about Eisenhower’s cruise on the USS Williamsburg. In overall fine condition. This archive originates from the estate of Begley’s niece, and the variety of photographs—many of which are unpublished—provide a fascinating look into this period of American history. Starting Bid $300 www.RRAuction.com | 33

70. Four Presidents. Color vintage glossy

8 x 10 photo of four American presidents, signed in blue and black felt tip, “Ronald Reagan,” “Gerald R. Ford,” “Richard Nixon,” and “J Carter.” In fine condition, with an area of discoloration to right edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

71. White House. Five items removed from the White House during the expansive renovations undertaken by Harry S. Truman, including: four bricks, each measuring approximately 8.5 x 4 x 2.5, with varying amounts of mortar on the sides; and a block of wood, 5 x 7 x 1, bearing a small plaque with a presidential seal, reading: “Original White House Material, Removed in 1950.” In overall fine condition, with various chips and dings. Accompanied by a packet of information including photocopies of letters to the original recipient from the Commission on Renovation of the Executive Mansion, a photocopy of the bill of lading for the shipment of the White House material, and photocopies of newspaper clippings concerning the sale of White House souvenirs. Starting Bid $200

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75. U. S. Grant

76. Rutherford B. Hayes

78. Theodore Roosevelt

79. Theodore Roosevelt

80. William H. Taft

82. Woodrow Wilson

83. Herbert Hoover

84. Eleanor Roosevelt

88. Eleanor Roosevelt

89. Harry S. Truman

Starting Bid $200

77. Grover Cleveland Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

90. Harry S. Truman Starting Bid $200

81. Woodrow Wilson Starting Bid $200

87. Eleanor Roosevelt Starting Bid $200

91. Harry S. Truman Starting Bid $200

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92. Harry S. Truman Starting Bid $200

93. Dwight D. Eisenhower Starting Bid $200

94. Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson Starting Bid $200

95. Lyndon B. Johnson

96. Lyndon B. Johnson

99. Richard Nixon

100. Richard Nixon

101. Richard Nixon

102. Richard Nixon

103. Richard Nixon

104. Richard Nixon

105. Gerald Ford

106. Gerald Ford

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97. Lyndon B. Johnson Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

107. Gerald Ford

108. Gerald Ford

109. Gerald Ford

110. Jimmy Carter

111. Ronald Reagan

112. George Bush

113. George Bush

114. George Bush

115. Bill Clinton

116. George W. Bush

117. Barack Obama

118. Barack Obama

119. Barack Obama

120. First Ladies

121. White House

122. White House Telephone

Starting Bid $200

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notables Declaration of Independence Signers 125. Benjamin Harrison. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1726 -1791). Harrison was the father of President William Henry Harrison and great-grandfather of President Benjamin Harrison. Partial partly-printed DS, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 7 x 6, March 18, 1784. The conclusion of a legal document, signed at the conclusion by Harrison as governor of Virginia. The paper seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. Partial separations to intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), brittle and heavy uniform toning, and chipping to edges, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

126. Robert Treat Paine. Massachusetts 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. 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

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American Politicians and Leaders

Supremely bold 1795 Samuel Adams appointment 128. Samuel Adams. Partly-printed DS, one page, 10.75 x 17,

January 23, 1795. As governor of Massachusetts, Adams appoints “Chauncy Brewer of Springfield Esq to be one of the Justices to keep the Peace in our County of Hampshire for the term of seven years.” Boldly signed in the upper left by Governor Adams and countersigned at the conclusion by John Avery as secretary. The white paper Massachusetts state seal affixed above Adams’s signature remains intact with several folds and creases. In very good condition, with tape-repaired separations to horizontal storage folds, a few small stains, and various edge tears and creases. Despite some flaws to the document, the signature is entirely unaffected and essentially flawless. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

129. Jane Addams.

American social reformer (1860–1935) who became the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931. ALS, one page, 5.25 x 8.75, Hull House letterhead, November 8, 1928. Letter to Mrs. Ball, in part: “I always admired your husband’s fine character and ability. He was a great asset to the cine life of Chicago and we are all grateful to him and to his memory.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

130. Susan B. Anthony. National–American Woman Suffrage Association business check, 6 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Anthony, payable to A. J. Ferris for $8.75, February 28, 1899. Countersigned by Alice Stone Blackwell as secretary and Harriet Taylor Upton as treasurer. Expertly suede-matted and framed with an engraved plaque, two coins, and an image of Anthony to an overall size of 16.5 x 31. In very good condition, with slight chipping and significant adhesive remnants to upper edge, toned tape remnants to lower corners, and a central vertical crease (passing through a single letter of the signature). Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 39

Colonial governor appoints a future Minuteman commander 131. Thomas Hutchinson. Prominent Loyalist politician (1711–1780) who was governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay from 1764 until 1774. Considered a significant contributor to rising tensions in the colonies, Hutchinson insisted that taxes on tea be paid and claimed it was his duty as governor to uphold the revenue laws of Great Britain, a stance that would lead to the Boston Tea Party. Partly-printed DS, signed “T. Hutchinson,” one page, 14 x 12.75, January 18, 1773. Governor Hutchinson appoints Joseph Warner to be “Lieutenant of the Millitary Com[p]any in the Township called Number five In the Company of whereof William Ward is Captain.” Signed in the upper left by Governor Hutchinson. Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 20.5. In good condition, with significant separations to intersecting folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), paper loss affecting some of the document’s text, and overall creases, toning, and soiling. The recipient of this appointment, Joseph Warner, would later join the revolutionary cause as a lieutenant in command of a company of Minutemen who marched on April 21, 1775, in response to the Lexington Alarm of April 19. An uncommon document with outstanding associations to the American Revolution. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Requesting a flag from General Washington to the Yonkers” 132. John Jay. ALS, three

pages two sheets, 7.75 x 12.75, August 1, 1778. Letter to his wife Sally, in part: “I was informed that Fady [his younger brother Frederick] had that morning set out in Quest of his wife, & proposed requesting a flag from General Washington to the Yonkers...he is not yet returned, nor have we heard of or from him since. I imagine he was indulged with a Flag, and that the Enemy from prudential tho temporary Reasons detain him for the present: on any other supposition his absence & his Silence are difficult to be accounted for. How much Trouble & anxiety are occasioned by Deviations from the Line of Prudence!…Mr. D. Lancey has also been of the number of my visitors. The Country here has not enjoyed so much Tranquility as at present since the war. Robberies have ceased, neither army is near us, the militia chiefly at Home, and every Body pleased with an Expectation of seeing the Devastation & Miseries of War, speedily succeeded by the Blessings of Peace Liberty & Plenty.” Addressed on the reverse of the second page in Jay’s hand. Partial separations to intersecting folds and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a custom-made presentation folder. In addition to the great content about George Washington and the newfound peace in the area, Jay mentions a meeting with James Delancey, a loyalist leader with whom he had been very close prior to the war and maintained a friendship with despite political differences. The tranquility Jay discusses that had descended upon the Hudson Valley was probably caused by the presence of a large French fleet blockading the entrance to New York Harbor, where they remained between the 11th and 22nd of July. Within a few months of writing, Jay was to resume his seat in the Continental Congress and continue to work toward a free America. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“Dear Joy-bringer with the heart of Mary Poppins, blessed is the childlike spirit that is the true Christmas” 133. Helen Keller. TLS signed in pencil, one page, 6.75 x

9.25, personal letterhead, December 1, 1943. Letter to Nancy. In part: “You could not have given two lonely women more homefelt pleasure than you did Polly and me on Thanksgiving day…What sparkles of fun flew like the champagne bubbles from your turkey reminiscences, the record of the ancient dame singing off key, the adorable good-night song from ‘Mary Poppins’ and the appetizing watermelon ditty: But above all I give thanks for people like you whose smiling courage, as Stevenson says, ‘delivers others from black thoughts.’ Dear Joy-bringer with the heart of Mary Poppins, blessed is the childlike spirit that is the true Christmas: For out of childhood’s love and happy trust must come the universal peace and good-will which shall enfold a weary old world in their healing radiance.” Attractively double-suede-matted and framed with an image and nameplate to an overall size of 26 x 21. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized. Starting Bid $200

“No one knows white man better than servant” 134. Malcolm X. Handwritten manuscript, one page,

8.5 x 11, no date but circa 1960s. A page of Malcolm X’s handwritten notes in red ballpoint, possibly for one of his charismatic speeches. In part: “No one knows white man better than servant, there the Black Man’s powers. Sees w[hite] m[en] eat, sleep, knows his habits, his children, etc… Minister R. T. (Oakland) was 70 years old when he became Muslim. Was in Chicago…Slave name was Ashford. Now 77 years old. White’s can’t attack Muhammad, but do put words into the mouths of Negroes dependent on them. Jew will not attack a Negro, but will use another Negro to put his program over. Jew has mastered the art of divide and conquer. He never shows his hand. Ideas planted at the dinner table.” In fine condition, with a few creases. The ideas penned here echo those he frequently brought up in interviews and speeches, often reiterating the idea that ‘the servant sees that master, but the master doesn’t see the servant.’ He also spoke of the strategy of ‘divide and conquer,’ as did Elijah Muhammad, but often in broader terms describing either the ‘white man’ or colonialism in general. Despite its brevity, these notes touch upon several of the most important concepts associated with Malcolm X—race relations, conversion and the rejection of the “slave name,” Muhammad, and institutionalized racism. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The excessively rare Alamo defender with ‘Three Legged Willie’ 135. Te x a s : William Barret Travis. Lawyer and

soldier (1809–1836) who migrated to Texas in the early 1830s and became active in the movement agitating for independence from Mexico. In early 1836 Mexican forces besieged his little command inside the Alamo fortress; when the Alamo fell on March 6, 1836, all its defenders—including Travis—were killed. Extremely rare manuscript DS, signed “W. Barret Travis,” one page, 7.5 x 12.25, April 20, 1834. A petition of Martha Hill regarding the settlement of her late husband’s estate. In part: “To the Honorable R. M. Williamson, constitutional Alcade of the jurisdiction of Austin, the petition of Martha Hill…surviving widow of Levi T. Bostick respectfully represents that my husband died in the year 1832 having considerable property both real & personal in community between the Heirs of… Bostick & myself. That in obedience to in order of your honor I have advertised for sale on the 25th of this month, the property of said Heirs in my hands with the view to a partition among said heirs…A partition of the [com]munity property should be made by you[r] honor as the judge of probates…in order to prevent a confusion of my personal property with that of the heirs.” Signed at the conclusion by both Hill and Travis, and also signed on the reverse by Williamson beneath a statement ordering the partition of property as requested. In very good condition, with overall toning, repaired paper loss to right edge (affecting a few words), and the writing in general a couple shades light. Fleeing financial distress in Alabama, Travis opened a law office in San Felipe de Austin in late 1832, where he became actively involved in local politics. There he met Robert McAlpin Williamson, who had been there since the 1820s and went by the moniker ‘Three-Legged Willie’ due to a peg leg stemming from a childhood illness. The Bostick family referenced in this document also lived in San Felipe around this time, before settling in the area of present-day Columbus. The year Travis signed this document, he had been made secretary to the ayuntamiento, the governing body of the area; Williamson was even more engaged in politics and an early supporter of independence from Mexico. During the siege of the Alamo, Williamson played a role in helping to organize the relief forces gathering in Gonzales after receiving Travis’s plea for aid—these 32 Gonzales men were the only reinforcements that made it to the Alamo, and all were killed. Levi T. Bostick’s son, Sion, participated in the Battle of San Jacinto and, with two other scouts, he captured and brought in Santa Anna on April 22, 1836—ending the fight for independence. Travis is one of the rarest and most desirable autographs from the Texas Revolution and, in combination with Williamson, this is an extraordinarily rare document associating the ‘founding fathers’ of Texas. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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136. John Penn. Descendant of the Penn family (1729–1795) who served as Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania from 1762–1776. Partly-printed DS, one page, 12 x 8, October 28, 1768. Lieutenant Governor Penn grants Alexander Blaine a “License to trade with the Nations or Tribes of Indians, with whom his Majesty is connected, and who live under his protection.” The license stipulated that Blaine was “not to trade or traffick with; or vend, sell, or dispose, of any Goods, Wares or Merchandizes of any Kind whatever, to any Indian or Indians within the Country of any of the Indian Nations aforesaid, beyond the Settlements of the Inhabitants, except at Fort Pitt & the Forts or Posts which are already, or shall hereafter be established by his Majesty, and garrisoned by his Troops.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature) and a few partial separations, and a rough top edge and some scattered toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

137. Watergate: Woodward, Bernstein, and Dean. Signed book: All the President’s Men. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1974. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 349 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ballpoint by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. Also signed on the title page by John Dean, Chief White House Legal Counsel under Nixon. An infamous Watergate co-conspirator, Dean is remembered for his famous line, ‘There is a cancer on the presidency,’ delivered during his appearance at the US Senate Impeachment Hearings in 1973. A cracked hinge before the signed page, a JSA label affixed to the reverse, scattered light foxing (including signed page), and some wear and adhesive remnants to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Merry Christmas, But don’t tell Hubby” 138. Western: William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Exceptional matte-finish 6.5 x 9

photo of Cody with a suitable smirk on his face and twinkle in his eye, signed and inscribed in black ink, “W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’ To Mrs. Robey, Merry Christmas, But don’t tell Hubby, 1913.” In very good to fine condition, with a few surface creases (one passing through inscription), some chipping and surface loss to edges (slight paper loss to upper left corner), and a small unobtrusive tear to top edge; the photo is extremely appealing with a crystal-clear image and bold inscription and signature, presenting far nicer than its technical condition. A fantastic and humorously inscribed example, showing a playful side of Cody not usually seen. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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139. Western: William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Color

postcard depicting Bois de Boulogne in Paris, 5.5 x 3.5, neatly signed in black ink, “W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’” with a collector’s date notation of 1908 below the signature. Some light wear to corners and signature a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Geronimo and two Chiricahua leaders with exemplary provenance

140. Western: Geronimo. Ink signature, “Geronimo,” on an off-white 3.25 x 5 lightly-lined sheet also signed by the last Chiricahua chief, “Christian Naiche,” and the interpreter and leader of the Ndendai group of the Chiricahua band, “Asa Daklugie, Later elected Chief Fort Sill, Oklahoma.” Lieutenant George Albert Purington of the 8th Infantry, who was in charge of Geronimo and his fellow prisoners at Fort Sill, also signs below Geronimo’s signature as a witness. Attractively suede-matted and framed with an unattributed pencil sketch of the great Apache warrior to an overall size of 17.5 x 21.75. In fine condition, with a stray ink mark affecting one letter of Geronimo’s signature and unobtrusive tears to the upper right. Originates from an autograph book belonging to Clara Schofield, the daughter of General John Schofield. A fantastic, well-documented autograph of the Western legend along with the unusual addition of his two compatriots. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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141. Western: Simon Kenton.

American frontiersman and soldier (1755–1836) who served in the Revolution, Northwest Indian War, and War of 1812, and once saved the life of Daniel Boone. Manuscript DS, signed “Simon Kenton,” one page, 7.25 x 11.75, April 22, 1805. A financial document concerning a loan. In part: “Know, all Men by these presents that we Simon Kenton, William Moore & Joseph C. Vance of Champaign County and state of Ohio are firmly bound to the Treasurer of the state of Ohio in the just and full sum of one thousand Dollars.” Signed at the conclusion by Kenton, Moore, and Vance. Double-matted with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 17 x 17. In very good condition, with separations to intersecting folds repaired on the reverse, and light toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

142. Western: John Sutter. Californian pioneer (1803–1880) known for his association with the Gold Rush as the owner of Sutter’s Mill, where gold was first discovered by James W. Marshall. Large ink signature, “J. A. Sutter,” on a light blue 7.5 x 3.75 lightly-lined slip clipped from the close of a letter. Affixed at the top edge to a slightly larger slip. In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). A bold, prominent example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Supreme Court Justices

143. Burger Court. Color satin-finish 14 x 10.5 formal

photo of the Supreme Court justices, affixed to a 17.5 x 14.5 mount, signed and inscribed at the top of the mount in black ink, “For William Fitzgerald, with all good wishes, Warren E. Burger,” and signed in the lower border in various inks by all nine justices: Thurgood Marshall, William J. Brennan, Jr., Warren E. Burger, Byron A. White, Harry A. Blackmun, John Paul Stevens, Lewis F. Powell, Jr., William H. Rehnquist, and Sandra Day O’Connor. Framed to an overall size of 18.75 x 15.75. Several signatures faded but legible, otherwise fine condition. William H. G. FitzGerald was a philanthropist and served as US ambassador to Ireland. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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144. John Marshall. Influential

American statesman and jurist (1755–1835) who served as the fourth Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. ADS, signed “J. Marshall for P,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 12, no date but circa August 1785. Marshall outlines at length John Thornton’s case against John Page in a suit over an unpaid debt from an estate for which Page was the executor. Several areas of professionally repaired paper loss affecting substantial portions of the text on the first two pages (the “for P” portion of the signature slightly affected by a repaired edge tear), and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce handwritten personal legal document as chief justice 145. John Marshall. ADS signed as chief justice, “J. Marshall,” one page, 7.75 x 5, August 22, 1829. Document regarding a real estate transaction. In part: “I have agreed with Mr. George Johnson to cancel the contract I have made with him for the sale and purchase of the tract of land…I will give him a lease for the land for his life, with the same covenants as in the old lease.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with small separations, and scattered foxing and toning. An uncommon and highly desirable document, especially as many of Marshall’s most prominent cases as both lawyer and justice concerned land and land disputes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

146. Warren Court. Color satin-finish 8 x 11 photo of the justices inside an impressive

area of the Supreme Court, affixed to a 10 x 13.5 mount, signed on the mount in various inks by all nine justices: Earl Warren; Hugo L. Black; William O. Douglas; Tom C. Clark; Potter Stewart; William J. Brennan, Jr.; John M. Harlan; Byron R. White; and Abe Fortas. Matted to an overall size of 15.5 x 19. In very good condition, with noticeable creases to the upper left of the mount and lower right of the photo, subtle fading to the color image, and a few signatures light but legible (Warren, Brennan, and Fortas are particularly light, while Clark and Stewart are especially bold). This photograph was taken by the National Geographic Society while these nine justices presided over the Court, and is a highly desirable fully signed example, infrequently seen in this large format. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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American Outlaws and Lawmen Remarkable archive chronicling Lansky’s desire to return to Israel: “My second land is Israel, I would love to visit my friends again next year in Jerusalem” 147. Meyer Lansky. Amazing

archive of 47 ALSs signed “Meyer,” totaling 82 pages, dated between 1972 and 1981. All are to Joseph Sheiner, a member of the Israeli Security Agency who had accompanied Lansky on his infamous flight from Israel to seek asylum elsewhere rather than face charges in the US. Lansky’s letters to his Israeli confidante, who he addresses by his Hebrew first name, Yoskeh, span the final chapter of the mobster’s storied career—from his return to Miami in November 1972 to a year before his death in 1982. The letters reveal not only a cagey businessman who displayed keen insight into people’s strengths and weaknesses, unafraid to angrily lash out at those who would cross him, but also a man with deep compassion and love for his family, friends, and the State of Israel.

The first letter comes from only weeks after Lansky’s return to Miami following his attempts to obtain Israeli citizenship under the nation’s law of return...Recalling the intense media and police attention he received on his arrival at Miami International Airport, he writes on November 21, “I’m interested to know how you were treated back home after your eventful trip. My arrival brought out the band. I wonder if any police were left to guard the President?… What concerns me most now is you! How you will be treated for taking on this assignment from my lawyer to travel with me?”...The proceedings underway, Lansky provides updates throughout 1973. In August, he reports on his trial for tax evasion: “My most important matter I won…I just wanted to win this frame up and I’m sure it will be same with the other one, most likely without a trial. They well k[n]ow that I’m innocent but they are afraid to let go now because it would be an admission of her guilt. I have to pay for it through the nose. I heard that my victory got very little attention in your press, my loss received much more attention.” Following the end of Lansky’s legal troubles at the end of 1974, he renewed his efforts to settle in Israel. Reflecting on a suggestion that winning popular support could sway the Israeli government, Lansky writes: “I’m anxious to visit Israel but not on the strength of publicity. Publicity will not help my return. I also don’t have a desire to create any friction in Israel. Israel has enough problems without me. I also don’t intend to beg for permission to visit Israel. Regardless of what may be the outcome my second land is Israel, I would love to visit my friends again next year in Jerusalem.” As he approached the end of his life and Israel finally granted a visa, it came with a condition that he post a bond of over $100,000 during his stay. Furious at this requirement set forth by Interior Affairs Minister Yosef Burg, Lansky lashes out on November 15, 1980: “I will not visit Israel under conditions. The only condition I would accept is: police protection from Burg’s criminal mob. Fuck Burg and his restrictions. My well meaning lawyer can be naive, but I am not. Time is running out for my desire to make trips both physically and financially.” By 1981 he was resigned in his cause: “My days of seeking to visit Israel are over, health is not on our side.” Indeed, Lansky never returned. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $1000

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148. Joseph Bonanno.

Mobster (1905– 2002) who became boss of one of the most prominent crime families in the world. A pair of Bonanno’s personally-owned and -worn eyeglasses made by American Optical, featuring translucent gray plastic frames and bifocal lenses. The left temple is imprinted in white “AO American Optical 5 3/4,” and the right temple is imprinted “5 3/4.” Also includes a personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Bonanno, payable to Keller’s Drug for $15.58, May 25, 1973. In addition to signing the check, Bonanno initialed the memo field. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a certificate of authenticity from Rosalie Bonanno, his daughter-in-law, certifying the “pair of plastic rimmed American Optical bifocal glasses worn by Mr. B.” Rosalie Profaci, niece of crime boss Joseph Profaci, married Bonanno’s son, Salvatore ‘Bill’ Bonanno, in 1956, uniting two Mafia dynasties. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Businessmen One-of-a-kind 1926 passport from the Los Angeles billionaire

149. J. Paul Getty. Getty’s personal passport, number 177717, issued on March 30, 1926. Passport measures 3.75 x 6 and is filled out in

Getty’s hand inside the front cover with his address, “J. Paul Getty, 647 South Kingsley Drive, Los Angeles, Cal.,” as well as the address of his father, “George F. Getty,” as an emergency contact. Pinned to the fourth page is Getty’s glossy 2.25 x 2.5 passport photo, signed across the top in bold black ink; the adjacent page is also signed by Getty, and filled out in another hand with detailed personal information including height, hair and eye color, birthplace, birthdate, and occupation, which is listed as “Producer.” The remaining pages bear a few visa stamps from around the world, including those from England, Italy, France, and Germany. Expected cancellation holes affecting the signatures on the passport photo and adjacent page, an official embossed seal to the lower portion of the photo, and light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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150. Carl F. W. Borgward.

Germa n e ng ineer and designer (1890–1963) who founded the Borgward group, which produced four brands of cars: Borgward, Hansa, Goliath, and Lloyd. The company was controversially forced into bankruptcy in 1961. TLS in German, one page, 7 x 8.75, personal letterhead, December 11, 1941. Borgward offers condolences to Wilhelm Kissel, chairman of the board of DaimlerBenz, on the death of his son Hans Werner. In fine condition. A nice association between two automotive giants of the period. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

151. Henry Wells and William Fargo. Partly-printed DS, signed “Henry Wells” and “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page, 12 x 8.5, October 13, 1865. Certificate for two shares of capital stock in the American Express Company, issued to Frank Hiscock of Syracuse. Signed at the conclusion by Wells as president and Fargo as secretary. In very good condition, with dampstaining to the left side of the certificate, slight rippling to edges, and Fargo’s signature a few shades light but legible. A desirable piece from one of America’s most famous and enduring financial institutions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The financier’s charitable work for the Peabody Education Fund 152. J. Pierpont Morgan. DS, seven pages, 8 x 13, February 20, 1894. Lengthy Supreme Court of New York legal document in which the Trustees of the Peabody Education Fund bring a case against a group of people, led by Charles H. Jenkins, for failing to repay a $100,000 mortgage. Signed at the conclusion by Morgan, serving as treasurer of the Trustees of the Peabody Education Fund, and countersigned by a notary. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a stray ink blot to the first letter of Morgan’s signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. The Peabody Education Fund was established in 1867 to promote education in the South, seeking to aid elementary education by strengthening existing schools, many of which had been crippled by the Civil War. An unusual document demonstrating Morgan’s philanthropic side. Starting Bid $200

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Scientists and Inventors

155. Niels Bohr.

Matte-finish 3 x 4.75 photo of Bohr, signed in the lower border in blue ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

153. Alexander Graham Bell. Color postcard depicting the Potomac Park in Washington, D.C., 5.5 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “Alexander Graham Bell.” Collector’s notation on the reverse indicates that it was received on December 12, 1912. Light edgewear and toning, and the first half of the signature a few shades light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Bell remains in Beinn Bhreagh 154. Alexander Graham Bell. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, personal Beinn Bhreagh letterhead, October 31, 1916. Letter to Professor W. M. Davis in Cambridge, presumably noted Harvard geographer and geologist William Morris Davis. In part: “I am sorry that I shall not be able to attend the Nov 13, 14, meetings of the National Academy, in Boston; but as I have not been very well I plan to remain here at my Summer place as late as possible.” Gorgeously suede-matted and framed with an image and engraved plaque to an overall size of 24 x 20. In fine condition, with uniform toning. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Beinn Bhreagh was Bell’s estate in Nova Scotia that he established after making his telephone fortune. He constructed a laboratory and boatyard on the premises where he conducted experiments in powered flight and hydrofoil technology. Starting Bid $200

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The staunch anti-slavery evolutionist returns to a constant source of uncertainty, the different lice plaguing Europeans and “the Negroes born in N. America”

156. Charles Darwin. ALS signed “C. Darwin,” one page both sides, 5 x 7.75, June 1 [1844]. Letter to an unidentified gentleman, most likely entomologist Henry Denny. In full: “You may remember a statement, which I communicated to you about the Sandwich Islands lice not living on Europeans. The other day, I met a passage in a foolish book: ‘Whites Regular Gradation of Men,’ which I thought you might like to know of. At p. 79 he states that he has heard that the lice on the Negroes born in N. America and who have never been in a hot country, are blacker and larger than the lice on Europeans and further that the European lice seem to refuse to live on the Negroes. It is singular if both this and my independent statement, are without any foundation.” On the reverse of the second integral page, Darwin writes: “This letter returned by Dead Office. I hope you received the specimens, safely, which I sent by Post the other day.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, two small punch holes along bottom edge, and a purple pencil notation to top of first page. As scientific racism permeated the academic world in the early 1800s, Darwin, a passionate abolitionist, searched for an ancient common ancestor that would unite the races. While sailing along the Chilean coast in 1834, he observed that the lice plaguing the inhabitants were significantly larger and darker than the English lice that spread among white Europeans. He also heard from an English whaler’s surgeon that these darker lice, infesting dark-skinned Sandwich Islanders, died promptly when they crawled onto British sailors. Intrigued by the possible implications of this observation, Darwin began collecting specimens for further research. A decade later, in May of 1844, he came across a “passage in a foolish book” by a Manchester physician named Charles White; while the observation of the different lice corroborated Darwin’s own findings, the remainder of the doctor’s work, which attempted to empirically prove that human races had distinct origins, with Europeans reigning supreme and Africans ranking alongside apes, seemed absurd. This letter, most likely written to Darwin’s friend, entomologist Henry Denny, who did significant work with lice and other parasitic insects, touches on an important topic in Darwin’s theory of evolution—and a tiny insect that continued to elude him throughout his career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Crick investigates family trees “by studying what is called mitochondrial DNA” 157. DNA: Francis Crick. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 8.5, March 6, 2002. Letter to a gentleman interested in tracing ancestry. In part: “Eventually it should be possible to trace many family trees in this sort of way but I suspect it will be some time before it can be done cheaply. Incidentally it can also be done for the person’s female line, going backwards, from mother, to grandmother, to great grandmother… etc, by studying what is called mitochondrial DNA.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Crick’s hand. Handwritten material from Crick is quite scarce and especially desirable when mentioning his most famous contribution to science in the discovery of DNA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

158. Thomas Edison. Color postcard depicting Ilfracombe harbor, 5.5 x 3.5, nicely signed in fountain pen, “Thomas A Edison.” Collector’s notation to reverse indicates that it was received on September 17, 1912. Some light wear to corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Boldly penned letter from the great German immunologist 159. Paul Ehrlich. German scientist and pioneer of chemotherapy (1854–1915) who was co-awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine with Ilya Ilyich Mechnikov in 1908. ALS in German, signed “P. Ehrlich,” one page, 8 x 9.75, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Bauer, in part (translated): “I am delighted that I have heard that you are all well and back from England, I would have liked to visit, but I have to go away again tomorrow at 8 days, first to Berlin and then to Hennigsdorf.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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A sobering call to action to prevent “the general annihilation of mankind through man” 160. Albert Einstein.

AQS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” dated October 2, 1954, written beneath a TLS sent to him by Pastor WolfDieter Zimmermann, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, personal letterhead, September 24, 1954. Zimmermann wrote to request a comment from Einstein on world peace, in part (translated): “You were kind enough last year to let us have the complete text of your open letter to the Russian scientists...May we impose on you once more with a request for help, a word from you for peace in the world, three, four lines, if possible signed in your own handwriting, so that we can publish it in a magazine, just like you did with your open letter.” Einstein replies below, in full (translated): “The development of modern weapons has rendered the resolution of international political conflicts through warfare completely illusory. Only a supranational organization can put an end to the current state of hysteria. Everyone has to be fully aware of that, if the general annihilation of mankind through man is to be prevented.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, trivial soiling, and slight show-through to the left edge from a slip affixed to the reverse. An outspoken pacifist since his teen years, Einstein repeatedly encouraged international leaders to strive for one, singular goal: the abolition of war. With the development of the atomic bomb—giving mankind the ability to destroy itself completely—this call grew increasingly urgent and remained at the forefront of Einstein’s thoughts until his death in the spring of 1955. An extraordinarily powerful statement urging the creation of a unified “supranational organization,” to navigate the dangers of living under nuclear threat. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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163. Niels Finsen. Physi-

161. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, July 15, 1954. Letter to representatives from the British pharmaceutical company Allen & Hanburys, in full: “My kind thanks for your sweet gift which is being enjoyed by the whole household.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a diagonal crease to lower left, scattered spots of foxing, and several repaired areas of paper loss, primarily to borders. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

162. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page,

6.75 x 9.25, blindstamped personal Princeton letterhead, July 12, 1953. Letter to H. M. Raphaelian. In full: “I thank you very much for sending me your beautiful book. It must have been very difficult to get convincing proof about the meanings attributed to these symbols.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and trimmed edges. Raphaelian had sent Einstein a copy of his recently published book, The Hidden Language of Symbols in Oriental Rugs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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cian and scientist (1860–1904) awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine and Physiology in 1903, best known for his pioneering use of phototherapy for treatment. ALS in Danish, signed “Niels R. Finsen,” one page, 5.25 x 8, January 26, 1903. Letter to a physician discussing an upcoming experiment with catgut in the laboratory. In fine condition, with a few small stains. Catgut, the natural fiber found in the walls of animal intestines (generally sheep), was a widely used material in surgical settings for the suturing of wounds. An extremely scarce letter with desirable medical content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare signed laboratory photograph, a bottle of penicillin on his desk 164. Alexander Fleming. Scottish bacteriologist (1881–1955)

who shared the 1945 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery and isolation of penicillin. Extremely desirable glossy 7.5 x 6 photo of Fleming at work in his laboratory in 1943, a large bottle of penicillin visible on the table, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my friend Arnold Sorsby, with kind regards, Alexander Fleming 1953.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 11.5. In very good condition, with scattered creases and mild overall rippling to emulsion, most of which is visible only at an angle. The recipient, Dr. Arnold Sorsby, was a noted ophthalmologist who wrote a chapter in Penicillin: Its Practical Application, a book edited by Fleming published in 1946. This photograph was taken in 1943, an important year in the development of penicillin as large scale manufacturing techniques were introduced. In 1942 there was enough penicillin in the United States to treat ten patients. After the required clinical trials proved the safety and effectiveness of the drug, and with the support of the War Production Board, the United States was able to produce 2.3 million doses in time for the invasion of Normandy in 1944. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

166. Werner Heisenberg. German theo-

165. Henry Ford. Uncommon matte-finish 5.5 x 3.5 postcard photo of Henry Ford whispering in Thomas Edison’s ear, signed in fountain pen by Ford. In fine condition. Ford and Edison were close friends and exchanged ideas, frequently traveled together, and eventually lived in the same neighborhood. As a tribute to his friend’s genius, Ford founded the Edison Institute in Detroit in 1929, where he collected and displayed American history ‘as written into things their hands made and used,’ with Edison’s Menlo Park laboratory transported and rebuilt as its centerpiece. A warm and friendly image of these titans of American innovation, neatly signed by the automotive pioneer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

retical physicist (1901– 1976) awarded the 1932 Nobel Prize in physics for the creation of quantum mechanics. TLS in German, signed “Heisenberg,” one self-contained air mail page, 6.75 x 10, January 3, 1950. Letter to Dr. F. L. Breusch. In part (translated): “I am going to have so many obligations within the upcoming future because of the research council that I did not know if I could accept your invitation. Well, I do believe now that I could come to Istanbul perhaps just before Easter holidays end March—beginning April. Certainly provided that I get permission from the Allied authorities to travel abroad. I would then travel with the airplane from Frankfurt am Main and flight must go over Italy since I do not think getting permission to fly over Russian assigned territories. Therefore, I will apply for visa permit for an airplane route over Italy.” Intersecting folds, light toning, edge wear and creases along top, and light show-through from postmarks on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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167. Galileo Galilei: Antonio del Turco.

LS in Italian, one page both sides, 8 x 11, August 11, 1631. Antonio del Turco, a goldsmith, writes to Florentine patrician Alessandro Caccini, requesting him to grant his deserving employee Niccolaio Martinetti a pension. He encloses a six-page list of his debtors with “Galileo Galilei” listed as the very first, his debt running to 26,12.8 Scudi. Heavy overall dampstaining (not affecting legibility) and a few edge tears, otherwise very good condition. Compared to others on the list, Galileo’s debt is miniscule—Grand Duke Ferdinando II owed 300 and the heirs of theologian Giovanni Bandini owed 1330. An intriguing association. Starting Bid $300

168. Johannes Hans Daniel Jensen. Ger-

man nuclear physicist (1907– 1973) who made contributions to the separation of uranium isotopes and received the 1963 Nobel Prize for Physics with Maria Goeppert-Mayer for their proposal of the nuclear shell model. Autograph manuscript in German, 16 pages on ten separate sheets of lined printer paper, 14.75 x 12, no date but circa 1970. A draft manuscript entitled “The principle of d’Alembert in classical mechanics and in quantum theory,” signed below the title as a contributor, “H. Jensen.” The untranslated manuscript contains several interesting mathematical expressions and is heavily handedited and corrected throughout in various inks. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Written in collaboration with Heinz Koppe, this paper was presented at the Heidelberg Academy of Sciences in 1971. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

The founder of modern bacteriology continues the “monitoring of mosquitoes” for malaria studies 169. Robert Koch. German

medical scientist (1843–1910) regarded as the father of bacteriology. He isolated the tuberculosis bacillus and the anthrax virus, and received the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine in 1905. ALS in German, signed “R. Koch,” one page, 4.25 x 7, August 7, 1899. Letter to a young fellow, apparently Giovanni Galli, who regularly compiled mosquito deliveries for Koch’s research. In part (translated): “The last parcels of mosquitoes, also the ones from Colico I received in good order. The continued monitoring of mosquitoes that appear in Vernato led into an interesting result. We found out that the same circumstances are existing like in other fever areas that are a long way away, like Szilia and in the northern part of Germany in the swamp areas of the Weser. Unfortunately I won’t be able to continue my important studies as I have to leave in the next days from Grosseto to travel via Rome and Naples to Batavia. Maybe we can continue the mosquito collection upon my return again.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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170. Otto Loewi. German pharmacologist and psychobiologist (1873–1961) who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1936. Untranslated ALS in German, signed “Prof. Loewi,” written on a 5.75 x 3.5 postcard, February 14, 1918. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

172. Antonio Pacinotti. Italian phys-

171. Guglielmo Marconi. Uncommon matte-finish 6.5 x 9 headand-shoulders photo of the telecommunications innovator in formal attire, signed at the bottom in fountain pen, “Guglielmo Marconi, 1933-XII.” In fine condition, with a few surface marks and light staining to the lower left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

icist (1841–1912) best known for inventing an improved form of direct-current electrical generator, or dynamo. Booklet entitled ‘Sopra Una Piccola Macchina Dinamo-Elettrica,’ published in Pisa in 1870 by Tip. Pieraccini Dir. Da L. Ungher, seven pages in glossy black wraps, signed and inscribed on the first page in ink, “Prof. Toto Martini, ricordo dell’ amico, AP.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold, overall foxing and soiling, and a few creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

173. Guglielmo Marconi. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Marconi,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.25 x 7.5, Le Grand Hotel, Rome letterhead, September 19, no year. Untranslated letter mentioning Pisa. Encapsulated in a Mylar sleeve. In very good condition, with significant stains throughout, areas of paper loss affecting a few words, light foxing, and silking on the reverse for reinforcement. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Over 50 letters penned while developing radio in the early 1900s, including “the means by which to obtain signals across the Atlantic by day as well as by night” 174. Guglielmo Marconi. Large archive of 31 letters by Marconi, including eight ALSs totaling 41 pages and 23 TLSs totaling 36 pages, dated between 1902 and 1909. Nearly all are to engineer Richard N. Vyvyan, with a handful of others written to his wife. The handwritten letters date from 1902 to 1905, the time of the first transmission of a telegraph signal from Canada to England. On August 5, 1903, Marconi writes: “I have been working very hard to try and find out what are the somewhat occult causes which make signals good one night and unobtainable the next, and also the reason of the great difference in distance over which signals can be sent by day compared to night. For this purpose I have had to carry out a very great number of tests between this station [Poldhu] and other stations on the east coast and in Scotland, and I believe I have found if not very clearly the cause of the effects noticed at least the means by which to obtain signals across the Atlantic by day as well as by night.” In a lengthy eight-page letter of May 15, 1904, marked “Private,” he reports on “results obtained from the working of the Poldhu station during the last voyage of the S.S. Campania, from Liverpool to New York…I have undertaken to carry out a series of tests to war ships stationed at different points, the receiving apparatus being taken in charge of by our assistants. I shall try various sending arrangements at Poldhu.” Marconi also discusses general domestic life, such as his wife, family, and home in Cape Breton. The typed letters date from 1907 to 1909 and are written in Marconi’s capacity as managing director to Vyvyan at Glace Bay, concerning day-to-day telegraph operations and equipment, employees, and scheduling. In a letter of August 29, 1907, he writes: “Since my return here from London a few days ago I have been carrying out some interesting work. We are at present using only about half the available power of the plant, and the results of the programme, according to latest reports, are satisfactory in the light of the arrangements which we are using at this end. I hope that, by the time this letter reaches Glace Bay, you will have received the discs which were sent in charge of the operator of the ‘Empress of Ireland’ last Friday.” On May 14, 1908, he writes: “I have your report…and am sorry to note that you are still suffering very much from X-s at your station. It is difficult to understand why these X-s have been so persistent for the last few weeks, and I hope you are doing all in your power to ascertain whether

the Receiving apparatus and Receiving Aerial are so adjusted as to allow of the most efficient reception.” He continues to address the issue a month later, writing on June 10th, “As I informed you in my previous letter, I hope as soon as I can get back to my experiments to make further improvements in connection with the X-stopping device.” In his ongoing attempts to improve the station’s equipment later in the year, Marconi writes: “I have to consider ways and means for the proper management of the station during your absence…Before you leave Glace Bay I wish you to order a Generator suitable for producing such a current to drive a 50 H.P. Motor which will be directly coupled to the new disc.” These letters are more formal in tone and often briefly touch upon technical subjects. Also of particular interest is Vyvan’s handwritten and illustrated manuscript in a quarter-leather notebook, entitled “Notes on Long Distance Wireless Telegraphy and the Design and Construction and Working of High Power Wireless Stations.” The comprehensive manuscript covers several aspects of his work in telegraphy under the auspices of Marconi, covering the period of the first transatlantic transmission in 1900 through 1904. At well over one hundred pages, the notebook is full of descriptions of their experiments, tests, equipment, and other details, and is enhanced by an abundance of sketched schematics, diagrams, and charts. In addition to the Marconi letters and Vyvyan’s notebook, the archive contains nine ALSs by Ambrose Fleming, who was employed by Marconi as one of Vyvyan’s co-workers and later invented the vacuum tube. One of these, in part: “I read of the death of Marconi…The newspapers and magazines do not do justice to the cooperative work of his colleagues…I agree with all you say about M. He had genius of a certain kind but he over-reached himself in thinking that he could appropriate the whole credit for wireless.” Included as well are a series of letters by Godfrey C. Isaacs, Alldin Moore, and a letter by Vyvyan to his brother. In overall very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and office notations to the typed letters, as well as some spreading and brushing to some signatures; all ALSs in fine condition. Lending significant insight into the early development and implementation of Marconi’s telegraphic systems, this impressive archive is both vast in quantity and of the utmost scholarly interest. Starting Bid $5000

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Rarely seen autograph document signed in full, “Gregor Mendel” 175. Gregor Mendel. Rare autograph DS in German, signed “Gregor Mendel,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, September 1, 1876. 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. Intersecting folds, light toning and soiling, and wrinkles to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. 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 very difficult to come by. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Outstanding collection of letters to his most trusted advisor

176. Alfred Nobel. Three exceedingly rare ALSs, each signed “A.

Nobel,” totaling four pages, 5 x 8, dated between 1880 and 1895. Letters to Alarik Liedbeck, Nobel’s friend and collaborator. The first letter is written in French, one page, dated October 10, 1880, and includes a small diagram sketched in the second paragraph. In full (translated): “I have your letter of 10/12. Could not the bottom be set up in the following way: [sketch] Point A would be 10 to 20 centimeters higher than B. It seems to me then that part B would be also well stirred, and that this way there would not be any unused acid, not attacked by the glycerin, as this will happen in this large pipe that starts from the bottom of the device. There you fill it up with 50 d—this could be done; but what a nuisance. If you replenish it with the recuperated acid as it is less dense that the mixture, it will mix with it, and you will only get a nuisance, with no benefit. The above layout seems preferable to me. Think about it.” The second letter is written in Swedish, one page, dated January 8, 1886, and reads, in part (translated): “Worldly cosmopolitans who just yesterday were so merry ought to be self-described connoisseurs of pleasure, provided that [our] fathers are not so full of bluster as to act like potbellied gastronomes, as well as the heart’s legitimate expectations….And so for now Happy New Year, my old and faithful friend, and may it go well for you and yours in happiness and…health, as fondly wished to you from [your] old worn-out hypochondriac.” The final letter is also in Swedish, two pages on two adjoining sheets, dated February 6, 1895. Letter reads, in part (translated): “I experienced not so tiny a shock when some days ago I had the chance to see [the] letter from Sohlman that you were lying in bed ill in Christiania. Although he wrote that you were in full recovery and you had probably already travelled off…You are surely traveling too lightly dressed: even Alarik’s health is not made of steel and cannot

be cured with ice….I am in great debt to you but we can settle up when we meet. If this year treats us well we can more or less have fun messing about anew, for there is much ongoing and partly planned.” Scattered creases and the central horizontal fold of the 1895 letter almost completely separated, otherwise overall fine condition. Alarik Liedbeck was, both personally and professionally, one of the most important figures in Alfred Nobel’s life. A childhood friend, fellow chemist, and brilliant explosives engineer, he served as Nobel’s most trusted advisor from the inception of his first company, Nitroglycerin AB, in 1864. As business developed and expanded, Liedbeck oversaw the construction of new factories, revolutionizing the field with innovative manufacturing methods and new machinery of his own design—especially effective in reducing the risk in handling explosives. Also mentioned in the final letter of this collection is Ragnar Sohlman, Nobel’s assistant and executor of his will, which stipulated that the money he left behind be used for prizes in physics, chemistry, peace, physiology or medicine, and literature; in 1900, Sohlman established the Nobel Foundation to handle the distribution of the prizes. Letters from the world-changing chemist are phenomenally rare, and this collection—to one of his closest friends, crucial in his own success, and with reference to the Nobel Foundation’s founder—is especially remarkable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 61

Investigating the disease-stricken French silkworm population, Pasteur finds success with native eggs “prepared according to my directions” 177. Louis Pasteur. ALS

in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8, Ecole Normale Supérieure letterhead, September 7, 1867. Letter to Italian scientist M. Salimbeni whose brochure entitled ‘Le microscope employe a prévenir et déterminer La maladie des vers a soie’ (The Microscope Used to Study and Determine Silkworm Disease) was presented by Pasteur to the Academy of Sciences on October 19, 1868. In part (translated): “I am sending you…a copy of the succinct report which I sent to the Minister of Agriculture. Its chief purpose is to point out the existence of quite notable quantities of silkworm eggs of our own native species, prepared according to my directions and in conditions which seem best to me for producing healthy silkworm eggs. You will especially note Mr. Raybaud-Lange’s very important method for the production of silkworm eggs. You inform me, Sir, that you plan to process silkworm eggs according to my system. If you have already put this into practice I would be pleased to know the results you’ll have next year. In case you don’t have silkworm eggs prepared in accordance with my system, I urge you to get some from M. Raybaud-Lange from a portion of one of the lots that I have examined so that a report can be drawn up on their progress next year, at your agricultural society, for example.” In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on opposite sides. Beginning in 1855, a widespread epidemic among silkworms nearly brought the French silk industry to ruin. As the crisis reached its peak in 1865, Pasteur—then serving as the professor of geology, physics, and chemistry at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris—was asked by the Department of Agriculture to head a commission to investigate the devastating disease infecting the worms. Within five years, he had determined that temperature, humidity, ventilation, quality of the food, sanitation and adequate separation of the broods of newly hatched worms all played a role in susceptibility to the disease, and was able to create new methods of breeding that would preserve healthy eggs and prevent contamination. In his report to the Minister of Agriculture, Forcade La Roquette, a copy of which was sent to Salimbeni along with this letter, Pasteur outlined those methods and conditions. “You plan to process silkworm eggs according to my system,” writes Pasteur, encouraging his fellow scientist to keep him informed of his progress: “If you have already put this into practice I would be pleased to know the results you’ll have next year.” An important topic in Pasteur’s career, his research with the silkworms helped shape his future concepts on the influence of environment on contagion, leading to his most significant contributions in the study of causes and prevention of disease. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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178. Jan Evangelista Purkyne. Czech anatomist and physiologist (1787–1869) who was one of the most well-known scientists of his time. Lengthy AQS on an off-white 5.75 x 4.25 sheet, signed at the conclusion in bold ink, “Prof. Dr. Joh. Purkyne,” and dated in Prague, April 6, 1864. Untranslated. In fine condition, with a trivial horizontal fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Scarce portrait of the 1930 Nobel laureate

180. Tadeusz Reichstein. Polish-Swiss chemist (1897–1996)

awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1950. Impressive autograph manuscript, comprised of nine handwritten pages and nine hand-edited typed pages, 8.25 x 11.75, published in the magazine Webbia in December 1978. A draft manuscript by Reichstein entitled “Identification of Cheilanthes frapans var. Gennarii Fiori with C. guanchica Bolle and remarks on related taxa,” signed below for himself and two contributors, “E. Nardi, Helga Rasbach, T. Reichstein.” Also accompanied by a slip signed by Reichstein. In fine condition, with expected wear for a working draft. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

181. Nikola Te s l a . C o l o r

179. Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman. Indian physicist (1888–1970) whose work in the field of light scattering earned him the 1930 Nobel Prize for Physics. Dignified matte-finish 3.5 x 4.5 headand-shoulders photo of the pioneering scientist, signed in fountain pen, “C. V. Raman.” In fine condition, with moderate contrast to the signature against his dark shirt. Raman is rarely seen in this format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

postcard of the Brooklyn Bridge, 5.25 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “Nikola Tesla,” with a collector’s date notation of 1913 below the signature. Toning and some light wear to corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Intellectuals 182. Cesare Beccaria. Ital-

ian criminologist, jurist, philosopher, and politician (1738–1794) best known for his treatise On Crimes and Punishments. Untranslated manuscript DS in Italian, signed “Beccaria,” one page, 7.75 x 11.25, May 9, 1785. Brushing to signature, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

184. 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. TLS in French, signed “E. M. Cioran,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, May 12, 1960. Untranslated letter to publisher Max Niedermayer, the founder of the LimesVerlag, regarding a German edition of his work ‘The Temptation of Existence,’ and some translations done by Friedhelm Kemp. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a pair of punch holes to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

183. James M. Buchanan. American economist (1919–2013)

whose work on public choice theory earned him the Nobel Memorial Prize in 1986. Two TLSs, both signed with his initials, each one page, 8.25 x 11, Center for Study of Public Choice letterhead, dated December of 1990 and January of 1991. Both letters are to Michael Tochtermann “with reference to the Recktenwald project on the Future of Economic Science.” One reads, in part: “I was never sure whether or not Professor Recktenwald and I could communicate fully with each other for he seemed to consider that I had made commitments when I did not think that such was the case. My last note from Professor Recktenwald was a request that I write a short essay on ‘Economic Science in the Future,’ 5–10 pages, to be translated into German.” In overall fine condition, with punch holes to left side of both letters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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185. Marquis de Condorcet. Italian philosopher, mathematician,

and early political scientist (1743–1794) who advocated a liberal economy, personal freedoms, and equal rights. ALS in French, signed “M. de Condorcet,” one page, 5.5 x 4.75, no date. In part (translated): “I have the honor to address your 2nd report to the academy on how to preserve shops powder from the effects of lightning.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, overall toning, show-through from adhesive to the left edge, and a spot to the lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

186. William McGuckin de Slane. Irish orientalist (1801–1878) known for publishing and translating a number of important medieval Arabic texts. Two ALSs in French, both signed “’M. de Slane,” totaling five pages, 6.5 x 8.5, written from Constantinople, 1846. Both letters are written to the orientalist Joseph Toussaint Reinaud, a pupil of Silvestre de Sacys, who cataloged the Paris oriental manuscripts. The first is three pages on two adjoining sheets, January 14, and retains the address panel written in de Slane’s hand. The second is one page both sides, February 24, and incorporates a few lines of Arabic. These letters contain detailed reports on de Slane’s attempts to purchase oriental manuscripts for the Paris library. He describes the finds, also lists the prices, and asks his friend to be in Paris for the purchase thereof. Intersecting folds and light toning to both, and a tear to one corner and slice to one side of the second letter (cleanly passing through several lines of text), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

187. Martin Heidegger. Important German philosopher (1889–1976) whose Being and Time was a fundamental text in the development of existentialism. Untranslated handwritten notes in German, seven pages, ranging in size from 2.75 x 4.25 to 5.75 x 8.25, containing his various thoughts, notes, and excerpts for a workshop conversation. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

188. Ferdinand Lassalle. German-Jewish jurist, philosopher, and socialist political activist (1825–1864). ALS in German, signed “F. Lassalle,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no date. In part (translated): “Please do not consider it as vanity…if I cordially ask you to send me the spirited and beautiful words you honored my accomplishments with…I have the desire to show a lady friend of mine, and likewise to safely keep it among my dearest personal souvenirs.” In fine condition, with scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The father of phenomenology makes plans to save his legacy from Nazi book burning

189. Edmund Husserl. Important German philosopher who established the school of phenomenology (1859–1938). Collection of four ALSs in German, signed “Vater [Papa],” three of which are written as lengthy postscripts to letters written by his wife Malvine, signed by her as “Mama,” with Husserl’s writing totaling about seven pages, 8.5 x 11, dated 1935. A series of untranslated letters to his son Gerhart Husserl, mainly on the formation of a Husserl-Archives in Prague and discussing some essays by Burkhart which he found quite interesting. Also includes nine ALSs by his wife, seven carbon copies of letters by Gerhart Husserl, and letters from Ludwig Landgrebe, Hans Lassner, and Ernst Utiz. In overall fine condition. Suppressed by the anti-Jewish laws passed in Nazi Germany beginning in 1933 and reaching old age, Husserl began to consider his legacy and look for a place to house his manuscripts. Czechoslovakia, with Husserl’s former mentor Tomas Masaryk as its founder and first president, presented a potential safe haven for the archive. It was also an appropriate choice, as the Czech intellectual community was attempting to organize a similar collection of the papers of Franz Brentano, one of Husserl’s teachers. He went to Prague in 1935 to lecture and pave the way for the archive, but he hesitated to commit to the idea because of the nation’s close proximity to land-hungry Nazi Germany and the project never materialized before his death. Almost immediately after the philosopher passed away, a student learned that the Nazis intended to burn the entirety of Husserl’s papers and conspired with his widow, Malvine, to safeguard the valuable collection and smuggle it into neutral territory. They successfully moved Husserl’s personal papers and library—an amazingly comprehensive archive of over 40,000 pages of his writings and his personal philosophical library of over 4,000 books and pamphlets—into Leuven, Belgium, where it remains today. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 66 | April 15, 2015 | NOTABLES

A proposed denazification film based on “dramatic phantasies they develop while reading the Essays” 190. Carl Jung. TLS signed “C. G. Jung,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal let-

terhead, February 1, 1949. Letter to P. M. Shankland at Short Film Production, Zonal Office Information Services in Hamburg, Germany. In part: “Your proposition is indeed most interesting, but it will be equally difficult to translate such a thing as my Essays on Contemporary Events into the language of film. I must confess that I have not the slightest imagination in this respect. What I think I would do would be: I should give my little book to a number of better-class writers that are interested in the film and...see what kind of dramatic phantasies they develop while reading the Essays.” Intersecting folds, light creases and soiling, and filing holes to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Jung’s Essays on Contemporary Events was a collection of pieces he had published between 1936 and 1945 that discussed the psychological and philosophical implications of events in Germany during and immediately following the Nazi period. During the war he had been criticized for not denouncing the Nazi regime and accused of being sympathetic to their cause, and he added a preface and epilogue to this collection of essays in an attempt to clear up any misunderstandings. The ‘Zonal Office Information Services’ had been established by the Allied powers during their postwar occupation of Germany and charged with controlling the media during the denazification process, an Allied initiative to rid German society, culture, and politics from any remnants of the Nazi regime. Although it does not appear that this film project based on Jung’s work ever came to fruition, it is an intriguing proposition expounded upon by the notable psychologist in this fantastic letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Let us hope for the propagation of truth & the abolition of error, in both hemispheres” 191. Arthur Schopenhauer. Important and highly influential German philosopher (1788–1860) best known for his often pessimistic works exploring the nature of reality, will, and desire. Exceptional AQS on a light blue 5.5 x 8.75 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Arthur Schopenhauer, Frankfurt am Main, June 12th 1855.” Schopenhauer pens an optimistic philosophical quote. In full: “Let us hope for the propagation of truth & the abolition of error, in both hemispheres.” In fine condition, with a horizontal fold below all writing and a few light wrinkles. An extraordinarily influential philosopher, Schopenhauer’s ideas resonated with such diverse scientific and cultural figures as Charles Darwin, Gustav Mahler, Albert Einstein, and Dylan Thomas. Also extremely scarce in autographic material, this is just the third Schopenhauer we have offered in the last decade. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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192. George Stigler. Nobel Prize–winning economist (1911–1991) who was a key leader of the Chicago School of Economics. Four TLSs signed “George J. Stigler,” each one page, 8.25 x 11, dated 1987–1991. Letters to publisher Michael Tochtermann. One, in part: “I am quite prepared to sign your publication agreement with respect to my essay on Alfred Marshall, but I must first be certain that this publication is acceptable to Professor John Whitaker…The essay was prepared for a volume he is preparing for a publication by the Royal economic Society in commemoration of the centenary of the appearance of the first edition of Marshall’s Principles.” Filing holes to the left edges and bands of toning to one letter, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by one secretarially signed letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Religious Figures 195. Lucas Osiander. German theo-

logian and composer (1534–1604) who compiled one of the earliest hymnals for the express purpose of enabling the whole congregation to sing together. AQS in Latin on an off-white 3.75 x 3.25 slip clipped from an album amicorum, signed at the conclusion in ink, “Lucas Osiander D., Scribebat Stutgardia, 2. Octob. Anno 80 [October 2, 1580].” Osiander quotes from Psalm 119, writing: “Beati immaculati in via, qui ambulant in lege Domini [Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord].” An identification notation is penned in the lower left and a quote by another contemporary scholar is penned on the reverse. Affixed to a larger sheet. In fine condition, with light foxing and toning to edges and mild show-through from writing to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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196. Pope Benedict XVI. Matte-finish 4 x 5.75 photo of the pope emeritus as a cardinal, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Joseph Card Ratzinger.” In fine condition, with trivial soiling to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Pope Gregory provides for the orphanage-turned-conservatory 197. Pope Gregory XIII. Influ-

ential pope (1502â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1585) who enacted reforms based on recommendations of the Council of Trent, patronized the arts and sciences, and supported education through the Society of Jesus, but remains best known today for creating the Gregorian calendar. DS in Italian, signed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greg. pp XIII,â&#x20AC;? one page, 8.25 x 11, May 13, 1580. Document concerning improvements and additions to the Ospedale della Pieta, the well-known convent, orphanage, and music school in Venice. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light creases and toning, and a few small tape-repaired tears. The Ospedale della Pieta was a charitable institution for orphans and abandoned girls that developed into an influential center for music, promoting high quality concerts, artisan instrumentmaking, and study and training. Famed composer Antonio Vivaldi worked as a violin teacher at the Pieta for many years and was the most prominent musician associated with the conservatory. A desirable, bold document relating to this important establishment. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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198. Pope Gregory XVI. Born Bartolomeo Alberto Cappellari (1765-1846), he was

Pope of the Catholic Church from 1831 to 1846. Strongly conservative and traditionalist, he opposed democratic and modernizing reforms in the Papal States and throughout Europe, seeing them as fronts for revolutionary leftism, and sought to strengthen the religious and political authority of the papacy. ALS in Italian, signed “Capellari,” one page, 7.5 x 10.5, April 27, 1817. Untranslated letter as General of the Camaldolese Order in the monastery of St. Apollinare in Classe at Ravenna. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a couple creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

200. Pope Innocent XI. Con199. Pope John Paul II. Matte-

finish 4 x 5.75 photo of Wojtyla as archbishop of Krakow, signed in fountain pen, “Karol card. Wojtyla.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

servative clergyman (1611–1689) who served as pope from 1676 until his death in 1689, during which he abolished sinecures and pushed for greater simplicity in preaching as well as greater reverence in worship. ALS in Italian, one page, 8 x 10.5, July 16, 1672. Untranslated letter written as Cardinal Benedetto Odescalchi. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, ink erosion and spreading to several letters, and a bit of mirroring to ink. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

201. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. French philosopher and Jesuit priest who trained as a paleon-

tologist and geologist and took part in the discovery of Peking Man (1881–1955). Two untranslated ALSs in French: one signed “P. Teilhard de Ch.,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 4.25, personal letterhead, September 8, 1928; and one signed “Pierre,” one page, 4.5 x 5.5, May 29, 1935. Letters concerning some paleontological business and other general topics. Scattered creases to the later letter, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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World Leaders and Politicians Victorious Ataturk sends his thanks two weeks after the Treaty of Lausanne 202. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Rare TLS in French,

signed “Moustapha Kemal,” one page, 8.25 x 10.75, August 9, 1923. Untranslated letter of thanks for a letter of congratulations on the occasion of the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne. Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through the first letter of signature), a chip to the upper left corner, an insignificant repaired edge separation to the horizontal fold, mild creases and foxing, and slight mirroring of ink, otherwise fine condition. After leading his people to victory in the Turkish War of Independence and refusing to sign initial proposed treaties that he believed would compromise the new nation’s sovereignty, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk finally accepted and signed the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923. Defining Turkey’s borders and giving them control of their own finances, capitulations, and the Straits, the treaty brought years of conflict to a close. A fantastic letter of thanks written at an absolutely crucial time in history, just two months before the Republic of Turkey was proclaimed and Ataturk was named its first president. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Scarce signature of the 19-year old future Emperor 203.

Akihito.

Emperor of Japan (born 1933) from 1989 to the present. Scarce early vintage ballpoint signature, “Akihito 21.6.53,” on an offwhite 6.25 x 9.5 album page, with a couple collector’s pencil notations to page. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

204. Louis Blanc. French statesman and historian (1811–1882)

who was forced to abandon his post as a member of the provisional government and flee to England after the Revolution of 1848. ALS in French, one page both sides, 5 x 8, January 17, 1881. In part (translated): “I would be happy to provide you a job, but it is not, unfortunately, in my power—being outside of the government and not belonging to any particular administration.” Also includes a brief ANS on a 4.5 x 3.5 slip. Crudely tape-repaired separations to central vertical and horizontal folds, and scattered soiling, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

205. Fidel Castro. DS in Spanish, three pages, 9 x 13.5, August 25, 1959. In part (translated): “The Law of Bases for the Execution of the Budget and the Regulations of the General Accounting Act, authorize the formulation of requests for funds with the ‘Order of Credit Allocation,’ only to pay attention Personnel, Retirement, Pensions, Rentals, debt of the Republic and Expropriation; Fixed constitute Funds; authorized deposit in the amount of purchases made abroad by opening a letter of credit in banks; or anticipate amounts to officers and employees traveling on official business for diets and other amenities subject to further liquidation.” Signed at the conclusion by Fidel Castro as prime minister and countersigned by Osvaldo Dorticos Torrado as president. The blue seal and ribbon affixed below the signatures remain fully intact. In very good condition, with tears and paper loss to the left edge. A desirable document from Castro’s first year in power after leading a successful revolution. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Historically significant 26th of July Movement collection 206. Fidel Castro. Exceptional archive of rare material from the Cuban Revolution, comprising a DS signed by Fidel Castro and Manuel Urrutia Lleo; a flag, banner, and sleeve patch for Castro’s revolutionary 26th of July Movement; an unsigned photo of Castro; and several booklets and other related ephemera from the period. More detailed descriptions of each piece follow: DS in Spanish, signed by Fidel Castro as prime minister and by Manuel Urrutia Lleo as president, two pages, 8.75 x 13, July 14, 1959. An untranslated document outlining budgets for specific hospitals. Signed at the conclusion by Castro, Urrutia, and another official, and also initialed in the left margin of the first page by all three. The document retains its affixed seal and ribbon, as well as the binding string. In very good condition, with scattered soiling, small edge tears, and cracks to the seal. Urrutia, who was the first president installed after Castro’s overthrow of the government, was forced to resign a month after signing this document after several disputes with Castro and under pressure from the sugar workers. The cloth material from the 26th of July Movement is all in the traditional red and black colors and includes: a large 71 x 35 flag with white patch lettering sewn across the center, “M-26-7,” and holes on the side so it could be flown; a 34 x 16.5 banner of similar design with simple lettering in the center, “26,” and grommets with strings on the edges for hanging; an armband with string ties and stenciled white lettering, “26”; and a small ribbon with hand-painted lettering, “M 26 J,” pinned to a souvenir card identifying it as a “Bandera de la Libertad” to be preserved as a historical relic of the revolution. The name of the movement was derived from a failed attack on the Moncada Barracks on July 26, 1953, and reorganized in 1955 by Castro and a group of exiled revolutionaries, including his brother Raul and Camilo Cienfuegos, to establish a disciplined guerrilla force to overthrow the Batista regime. Other ephemera includes a silver gelatin 8 x 10 photo of Castro in his military uniform with a 26th of July Movement patch and armband seen on his sleeve, taken circa 1957 while in the Sierra Maestra mountains; three different notes of guerrilla revolutionary currency in denominations of one and two pesos, no date but known issues of 1957–58; a booklet of two-peso ration coupons; a worn metal plate embossed with the rallying cry “Patria o Muerte [Homeland or Death]”; a tiny portrait of Camilo Cienfuegos stapled to a small paper flag; two 1940 publications of the Cuban constitution, one of which is leather-bound; and a contemporary printing of a speech given by Castro on March 2, 1959, during a labor rally in Havana. In overall very good condition, with foxing and soiling to several items. Accompanied by a modern 2004 printing of the Cuban constitution. A fabulous assemblage of seldom-seen items from revolutionary-era Cuba. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300 www.RRAuction.com | 73

At odds with the United States, Castro predicts “the victorious and uncontrollable development of our revolution”

207. Fidel Castro. Handwritten speech notes in Spanish, unsigned, one page both sides, 6 x 9, no date. His notes read, in part (translated): “Hiram of Lubrijón…The Revolutionary Government is very aware of the desperate efforts that is…the efforts that reflect in the last days…the open…activity that the imperialism has been realizing during the last weeks in order to promote at all cost…revolutionaries, terrorism acts, murder attempts and all type of fights that have a tendency to interfere with the revolutionary process…That activity has been doubled after… reports have been expressed to the ONU to the Prime Minister of the Government. It seems like they are worried within the Justice department of the United States Government, every time the anger and desperation increases, because of our solid activity and the victorious and uncontrollable development of our revolution that translates each time in a less dissimulated support of anti-revolutionaries, the war criminals and the worse…traitors, mercenaries of all type that…of service. Disembark between Moa and Baracoa…group of expatriates and gringos coming from…They left the United States. They are 27 in total Leader dead. One hurt and another prisoner…quickly attacked combated…by the army forces and militia’s farmers…The Ministry of the Armed Forces communicates the following: In the day of yesterday…communicates the headquarters of…Militia of the West.” Several of the lines have been struck through and a few other corrections were made throughout the text. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few creases and wrinkles, chipping to top edge, and a bit of light foxing. Castro’s thoughts reveal the rising tension between the United States and Cuba in the wake of the 1959 revolution. His successful overthrow, he plainly notes here, threatened the US government and caused officials to attack out of “anger and desperation”—apparently a reference to the Bay of Pigs Invasion. Relying on counterrevolutionary Cuban exiles and a few American pilots, the attempted invasion took place in April 1961 with disastrous results, with more than 100 exiles dying in the attack and approximately 1,200 others taken prisoner. It was later revealed that four American pilots flying for the CIA had lost their lives as well. A remarkable handwritten piece exemplifying Castro’s triumphant revolutionary mindset. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 74 | April 15, 2015 | NOTABLES

208. Fidel Castro. ALS in Spanish, one page, 8.5 x 11, Movimiento

Revolucionario 26 de Julia letterhead, no date but circa August 2, 1960. Letter to Hubert Matos, another commander of the Revolution. Castro writes that he is sending a check for 100,000 pesos and instructs Matos that the money can only be invested in the cultivation of the farms for an agricultural cooperative that Castro created. He further asks that Matos get an accountant who will keep good records of the expenses, and adds that he wants 4% interest on the money while it is idle. Castro also instructs Matos to pay attention to the soybean because “very soon the new crop will be ready, and pay a lot of attention to the cotton as well.” Includes the unsigned check in Spanish, 8.5 x 6.25, filled out in type, payable to Department of Production (Poultry Section) for $100,000, August 2, 1960. In the lower left corner Castro has written some highly inflammatory comments: “Stop eating so much shit and explain if you are going to produce chicken in cooperatives.” In very good condition, with heavy creases to the letter, a small area of paper loss to the left edge, and rusty paperclip marks and tears to the top edge; the check has two toned pieces of tape to the upper corners. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

209. Chen Cheng.

Chinese political and military leader (1897– 1965) who was one of the main National Revolutionary Army commanders during the Second Sino-Japanese War and the Chinese Civil War. Matte-finish 4 x 5 photo of Chen, signed in black ink in Chinese characters. Blindstamped in the lower right. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges and light contrast to a portion of the signature against his dark jacket. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

210. Chiang Kai-shek. Desirable matte-finish 3.75 x 5.75 photo, signed in black ink in Chinese. In fine condition, with trivial creasing to upper corners. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Madame Chiang’s unique gift to Pearl Buck 211. Madame Chiang Kai-shek. TLS signed “Mayling Song Chiang,” one page, 7 x 10.5, Headquarters of the Generalissimo letterhead, December 3, 1941. Letter to Mrs. Richard J. Walsh (the married name of Nobel Prize-winning author Pearl Buck), in part: “I send you this piece of embroidery in the hope that it will not duplicate anything that you have. It was given to me as something unique in its way, and I am giving it to you because I believe that you will appreciate it as no–one else would. The work was done by a young woman of the Miao Tribe of Kweichow Province, and is remarkable for the fact that she grew the cotton plants and reared the silkworms and produced the embroidery by her sole unaided efforts. I send it to you with my greetings and my thanks for the powerful help that you have rendered in the United China Relief campaign and for all the work that you have done for China in other directions.” In fine condition. A wonderful gift from China’s most powerful woman to one of her country’s most prominent supporters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Early letter from 27-year-old Churchill’s first political position 212. Winston Churchill. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, stamp-dated September 2, 1902. Letter to Mr. Copper, in full: “By all means make the announcement at your convenience and keep the advertisement back until this has been done. Some unauthorized paragraphs have been circulated in the press, but I do not propose to send any notice elsewhere.” Light scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Immediately after securing his first elected political position in 1900—holding the seat of Oldham in Parliament—Churchill began his first speaking tour, receiving significant attention for his rhetorical skills. He also almost immediately began to break with the Conservative Party; by 1904, he had crossed the aisle completely and become a Liberal. Already showing signs of the legendary leader he would become, this is a fantastic early letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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213. Winston Churchill. Fountain pen signature,

“Winston S. Churchill,” on a pink 6.75 x 4.75 album page also signed by his two children, politician Randolph Churchill and actress Sarah Churchill. In fine condition, with toning to edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

215. Thomas Clarkson. English abolitionist and a leading campaigner against the slave trade in the British Empire (1760–1846). ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7.25, May 9, 1845. A touching letter penned just a few months before Clarkson’s death, expressing his sorrow at learning of the death of the child of the Biddell family. In part: “My dear friend, let me assure you, that both of you have very seldom been out of our thoughts since the melancholy event took place…Who, that has a heart to feel, could abstain from mourning at the loss of such a child of promise.” In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a piece of tape affixed to the center of the page, and scattered soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“We are in the midst of a great commotion by the result of my motion on the Chinese war” 216. Richard Cobden. In-

214. Winston Churchill. Matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Churchill in a stately pose by Vivienne of London, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “W. Churchill.” In fine condition, with light brushing to his last name and slight soiling to the background. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

fluential British statesman (1804–1865) associated with John Bright in the formation of the Anti-Corn Law League; an immensely important figure in classical-liberal thought in economics and international affairs. ALS signed “R. Cobden,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, March 12, 1857. Letter to Henry Ashworth. In part: “I send you enclosed an introduction to the President of the United States [James Buchanan]…We are in the midst of a great commotion by the result of my motion on the Chinese war to which I confess I did not attach so much importance when it was first brought forward.—The vote was very honorable to the House, & whatever may be the result of the elections it will have a salutary effect in checking the propensity to violence & over bearing arrogance among our agents & officials abroad. I shall not attempt to go into any details of our political movements, for you will gather them from the newspapers. There is a great attempt to get up a Palmerston fever, but it is very much the work of cliques & coteries & will I expect soon collapse before a few public meetings.—The result of the coming elections nobody can foresee.—I suppose there will be no great change in relative strength of parties.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and significant show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Cobden’s hand. In this letter, Cobden references his objection to British escalation in the Second Opium War—a position that cost his seat in parliament in oncoming election, but which held true to his pacifist inclinations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“The flame which you have made to shine anew, and which is named William Shakespeare” 217. Giuseppe Garibaldi. ALS in French, signed “G. Garibaldi,” one page, 5.25 x 8, July 10, [1864]. Letter to Francois-Victor Hugo, son of the famous writer. In full (translated): “The Victor Hugos have always a right to do what they like with my name, for they never will use it but for a good purpose. At all events, I can only accept your dedication as a vow that we make together for the liberty of our two countries, and for the alliance with that mighty people which may be one of the lights of civilization when it shall remember that it kindled the flame which you have made to shine anew, and which is named William Shakespeare. I shake hands with your illustrious father and yourself.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and the writing a shade light. Francois-Victor Hugo translated the works of William Shakespeare into French, released in eighteen volumes between 1859 and 1866. Like his father, Francois-Victor was politically active and dedicated the thirteenth volume, published in 1864, to Garibaldi. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare Cuban bond by the famed revolutionary 218. Che Guevara. DS in

Spanish, signed “Che,” one page, 14 x 10.75, May 30, 1960. Cuban National Bank bond for 1.5 million pesos, consolidating the national debt. Signed at the conclusion by Guevara as president of the bank. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and a cancellation stamp and holes to the center. The bonds, which paid 4% interest, were to mature after fifteen years in 1975. Due to the rapid nationalization of industry in Cuba as well as Guevara’s mismanagement of the national bank, these bonds quickly lost value in the market, complicating the country’s efforts to refinance its sovereign debt. A trade embargo imposed by the United States further complicated matters, forcing Cuba to become financially dependent on the Soviet Union for support. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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219. Leonardus Justinianus. ALS in Italian, one page,

221. Ferdinand Lassalle. German-Jew-

8.5 x 12.5, May 5, 1531. Untranslated letter to the Council of Ten in Venice. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases and toning, a bit of show-through from docketing to reverse, and a cut to the lower left. Justinianus was governor of the Croatian island Krk, which stood under Venetian control since 1480. He had been ordered to inform monasteries, churches, and communities of the island that their preachers should calm down the people in face of the Turkish army danger and neither preach against the Turks nor introduce any tax. Jusitinianus met the vicar-general and the priests and told them to execute this command ‘ad unguem’ on pain of penalties. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

220. Ioannis Kapodistrias. Distinguished Euro-

pean politician (1776–1831) considered as the founder of the modern Greek State. ALS in French, signed “Kapodistrias,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, June 20, 1825. Untranslated. In very good condition, with overall toning and scattered staining. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

ish jurist, philosopher, and socialist political activist (1825–1864). ALS in German, signed “F. Lassalle,” one page, 5 x 8, April 27, 1862. Letter to Barnays. In part (translated): “Just to let you know that Graefe arrived today in Berlin. Will we see you soon here? By the way I am annoyed with you that you laid yourself again in the dunghill of Oppenh.” In fine condition, with light wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

222. Nelson Mandela. Exceptional

color matte-finish 8 x 9.75 photo of Mandela, signed in black felt tip as president, “N. Mandela, 26. 5. 99.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Sought-after Easton Press signed edition 223. Nelson Mandela. Signed book: Long Walk to Freedom. Collector’s Edition. Norwalk, CT: Easton Press, 2000. Leather-bound hardcover, 6.25 x 9.5, 558 pages. Signed on the designated page in black ballpoint, “N. Mandela.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the publisher’s original certificate of authenticity indicating that the book was signed on September 26, 2000. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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224. Benito Mussolini. Exceptional vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 13 photo of Mussolini in a three-piece suit, signed in fountain pen. Framed with a pair of official ribbons bearing the colors of Italy and a dried sprig of fig leaves to an overall size of 14.5 x 18.25. In fine condition, with slight silvering to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Demanding “that no Spanish prisoners remain at the Depot de Paris” 225. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one

page, 7.5 x 9, January 29, 1811. Letter to his chief of staff, General Louis-Alexandre Berthier, concerning the evacuation of Spanish prisoners from the Depot de Paris. In part (translated): “Give the order that no Spanish prisoners remain at the Depot de Paris. Make General Quesnel responsible if anyone is left under your Command under pretext of illness or any other pretext; it is necessary that everyone be evacuated.” In fine condition, with light creases, paper loss to upper corners, and a bit of feathering to ink in the signature. This letter comes from the time of the Peninsular War, in which Napoleon’s French Empire fought the allied powers of Spain, Britain, and Portugal for control of the Iberian Peninsula. Thousands of prisoners were taken from both sides, and the French used them in varying capacities—some were held captive and some were traded for French prisoners, while others were put to work or incorporated into military divisions. Although Napoleon believed the Spanish were most likely to become ‘traitors,’ he established a regiment formed from Spanish prisoners of war in 1809 to be commanded by his brother, Joseph Bonaparte. A few months after this letter, the referenced general, Francois Jean Baptiste Quesnel, commanded troops in the successful but costly Siege of Figueras in Catalonia. The siege, which lasted for the whole summer of 1811, resulted in the French capture of two thousand Spanish soldiers, who were marched into captivity. An interesting wartime order concerning the prisoners of war held captive by the French during the Napoleonic Wars. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Opulence in 1813 France, importing “coffee and sugar from the French Colonies in America and Asia, cocoa, spices of every sort from the formerly Dutch islands” 226. Napoleon. Partly-printed DS in French, signed “Np,” one page both sides, 13.5 x 19.25, April 14, 1813. A document regarding international trade. In part (translated): “Researches have confirmed that the heads of the firm of Morton & Russell in Bordeux have consistently complied with the laws of the Country and shown their attachment to our Person and have never engaged in any criminal practice or collusion with our enemies; the firm has a well established reputation for honesty.… by the present document signed by our hand we authorize…the American ship…to import into France…cotton, fish oil, and cod; coffee and sugar from the French Colonies in America and Asia, cocoa, spices of every sort from the formerly Dutch islands… the ship is required to export from a French port of its choice, goods of equal value to the supplies it will introduce into France…At least one third is to consist of silk fabrics of French manufacture; the rest will consist of French wines and brandies…We desire that the ship’s voyage and operations not be troubled or in any way impeded by our warships, or by French Corsairs…or Customs officials…Nevertheless in the case of fraudulent dealing of any kind the present Permit will be declared null and void, the ship will be confiscated…and the firm will have to pay a fine to be determined by us.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by Napoleon, and countersigned by the following officials: Foreign Minister Jean-Baptiste de Nompere, the Duc de Cador; Minister of the Navy and colonies Denis Ducres [who fought with de Grasse during the American Revolution]; Minister of Trade and Commerce Count de Sussy; and Director General of Customs Francois Ferrier. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one passing through Napoleon’s signature), and partial separations at one edge and the center of the horizontal fold. The ongoing War of 1812 had been spurred by British interference in trade between France and America, making this an especially interesting piece. Morton & Russell was one of the few successful American firms in Bordeaux at the time, and frequently supplied wine to Thomas Jefferson. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

227. Nguyen Cao Ky. Vietnamese leader (1930-2011) who served as chief of the Vietnam Air Force in the 1960s, prime minister of South Vietnam from 1965-1967, and vice-president under Nguyen Van Thieu. Vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 7 photo of Ky at his desk, signed in black felt tip. In very good condition, with heavy scattered creasing, slight foxing and discoloration, and a faint paperclip impression to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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230. Mustafa Resid Pasha. Ottoman statesman

228. Park Chung-Hee. South Korean military leader (1917–1979) who seized power in a 1961 coup d’etat; he was assassinated by the director of his own security force. FDC with a cachet honoring the 50th anniversary of Oklahoma’s statehood, signed in black ink in English and in Korean characters. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

229. Park ChungHee. Vintage matte-

finish 5.25 x 7.75 portrait of Park Chung-hee in a dignified formal pose, signed in black ink in Korean characters. Housed in its original presentation folder. In fine condition, with slightly irregular ink adhesion to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

232. Kurt Schuschnigg. Chancellor of the Federal State of Austria from 1934 until the occupation and annexation of Austria into Nazi Germany in 1938, upon which he was arrested and imprisoned until the end of the war (1897–1977). Souvenir typescript of a chapter from his book entitled ‘Austrian Requiem,’ seven pages, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint, “Kurt v. Schushnigg, March 72.” Entitled “Austria and the League of Nations,” it begins, in part: “In September 1934 I had an opportunity to take part in a planning session of the League of Nations. It was the only opportunity I had, since very soon afterward the political situation changed so completely that I had to turn down all subsequent invitations, notwithstanding their urgent nature.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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and diplomat, known best as the chief architect behind the Ottoman government reforms known as Tanzimat (1779–1858). Rare LS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, Ambassade de la Sublime Porte letterhead, July 28, 1844. Untranslated. In fine condition, with scattered creases and light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

231. William Pitt the Younger. ALS signed

“W. Pitt,” one page, 7.25 x 9, August 1, 1802. Letter to E. Estcourt. In part: “I shall be very glad to meet you at Sittingbourne (at the Rose Inn) at one next Wednesday.” Intersecting folds, scattered foxing, and light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

233. Souvanna Phouma. Political leader (1901–1984) of the neutralist faction in Laos who served several terms as the kingdom’s prime minister between 1951 and 1975. FDC with a cachet honoring John F. Kennedy, signed in fountain pen by Souvanna Phouma. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The Hadassah founder saves children during the Holocaust

235. Chaim Weizmann. LS signed “Ch. Weizmann,” one page,

8 x 10.25, personal letterhead, February 16, 1915. Letter to Dr. Gaster, in part: “I hope that this makes our point of view fairly clear, and I expect that Mr. Scott and his friends will discuss these points, and we may, in that way, have an opportunity afterwards of raising this question before them, and at least attempt to convince them.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and trivial creasing. Along with Weizmann, the Jewish-British scholar Moses Gaster was a prominent leader of the Zionist movement, serving as vice president of the First Zionist Congress in Basel and actively participating in each succeeding congress. This letter provides a unique insight into the budding relationship of Weizmann and Gaster, whose ‘Mizpah’ residence in London would serve as the venue for the first draft of the Balfour Declaration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

China’s driving force, second only to Chairman Mao 234. Henrietta Szold. TLS, one page, 6.5 x 9.5, Hebrew letterhead, January 29, 1942. Letter to Hanna Elbert. In part: “You failed to give me several important details in your letter…the age of the boys, where they were born and if they came from abroad, when their parents arrived here and from what country they came. In the Youth Aliyah all these details are limiting circumstances…You must understand that the Youth Aliyah Movement is not a social service undertaking. It rather belongs in the category of immigration.” Double-matted and framed with a photo of Szold to an overall size of 18 x 15.5. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases and soiling, an area of dampstaining to the lower border, and show-through from postmark ink near the signature. The Youth Aliyah organization rescued thousands of Jewish children from the Nazis during World War II, with Szold overseeing their resettlement in Palestine in kibbutzim and youth villages. A remarkable wartime letter written as Szold struggled to use all possible resources. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

236.

Zhou Enlai.

First premier of the People’s Republic of China (1898–1976) who served under Mao Zedong. Ballpoint signature in Chinese characters on an off-white 4.5 x 6.25 album page. Mild foxing and show-through from unrelated writing to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Items signed by Zhou Enlai are quite scarce and highly soughtafter. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Royalty

Supremely bold Catherine the Great

237. Catherine the Great. Sought-after vellum DS in Cyrillic, one page, 15.5 x 11, 1764. A military appointment for the rank of Lieutenant Colonel of the Guards given to Alexander Polyansky in 1764. Boldly signed at the conclusion by Catherine and countersigned by Count Zakhar Grigorievich Chernyshyov. The crisply embossed paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and trivial soiling to edges. Accompanied by three other official documents from the same family: a 1717 manuscript document in French signed by Louis Alexandre de Bourbon, stating that nobleman Andre Polanscoy is admitted to His Royal Majestyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Navy as a garde-marine and assigned to the port of Brest; an 1835 diploma for the civilian rank of Court Councilor signed by six senators, given to Alexander Polyansky; and a circa 1870 blessing issued by the Synod in St. Petersburg and signed by Isidor Metropolitan of Novgorod and St. Petersburg, acknowledging a donation given by the landowner Alexander Polyansky to the church of the village of Makarovka. A desirable grouping topped by the attractive appointment boasting Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exceptionally bold signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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241. King Franz Joseph I. Emperor

238. Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria.

of Austria, King of Bohemia, King of Croatia and Apostolic King of Hungary from 1848 until 1916. Autograph telegram draft in German, signed with his initials, one page, 8.5 x 11, March 7, 1857. Franz Joseph informs his mother Sophie of their safe arrival at Udine. Central vertical and horizontal folds and small edge tears, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

ALS in German, signed “Rudolf,” one page, 4.5 x 7, April 27, 1885. Letter to the writer Joseph von Weil, head of the German editors of ‘Kronprinzenwerks.’ In full (translated): “I am tomorrow all day in Laxenburg. Between 11 and 12 o’clock you will find me there at home.” In fine condition, with spreading to ink in his signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

239. Emperor Franz Joseph I: Katharina Schratt. Austrian ac-

tress (1853–1940) who became ‘the uncrowned Empress of Austria’ as a confidante of Emperor Franz Joseph. Choice 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of the lovely actress, signed in black ink, “Katharina Schratt, Wien 1903.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

242. King Louis XV: Madame 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. ADS in French, signed “La Comtesse du Barry,” one page, 5.75 x 3.5, October 10, 1784. A promissory note submitted to Monsieur Caillebeaux for 2,000 livres to be paid to Monsieur Gilbert, a Versailles cloth merchant. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

240. Frederick the Great. Manuscript DS in German, three pages

on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.5, October 9, 1748. Untranslated document concerning bargaining power of attorney for the Prussian “Secret Legation Counsellor Friedrich Edler von Grove.” Between the wars of succession negotiations between Prussia and Austria repeatedly took place in Vienna. This is a formal negotiating mandate for the Prussian Head of Delegation in Vienna. The large official paper seal affixed below Frederick’s signature remains fully intact. In very good condition, with partial separations to intersecting folds (folds passing through the signature), small holes at intersections, and light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Regrets from the king’s would-be assassin 243. King Louis-Philippe: Giuseppe Marco Fieschi. Chief conspirator in an attempt on the life of King

Louis-Philippe, in which he shot a 25-barrel gun of his own design during the annual review of the Paris National Guard. Eighteen were killed, but the king escaped with but a graze. ALS in French, signed “Fieschi,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 10, January 1836. Untranslated letter to his lawyer FrancoisMarie Patorni, written from prison while awaiting trial for his attempted assassination of the king. Fieschi reflects on the unintended deaths he has caused and concedes the inevitability of a death sentence; but, after all, he declares that he is still a man of qualities. In very good condition, with repaired partial separations to intersecting folds, scattered soiling, and a few stray ink blots. Patorni defended him at trial, which became a nationwide sensation. Reveling in his celebrity status, he named his accomplices, displayed much bravado, and believed he would ultimately be pardoned. He was condemned to death, and was guillotined on February 19, 1836. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

244. King Philip II. King of

Spain (born 1527) from 1556 until his death in 1598; his eventful reign included Spain’s conquest of the Philippines, the establishment of a colony in Florida, and the historic defeat of the Spanish Armada by the British in 1588. LS in Spanish, signed “Yo El Rey,” one page, 8.5 x 11.75, September 1568. Untranslated letter to the Duke of Albuquerque, forwarding government instructions. Repaired separations to intersecting folds, overall foxing, toning, and soiling, a large area of repaired paper loss to lower right, and show-through from a collector’s stamp to reverse, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

245. Marie Antoinette. Unsigned printed booklet in French, containing “Notice Historique sur Le Testament de Louis XVI” and “Notice Historique sur Le Testament de Marie Antoinette d’Autriche,” 20 pages, 8.25 x 10, printed in 1816 by the order of King Louis XVIII. Facsimiles of the testaments not present. The final page features printed facsimile signatures of Marie Antoinette, Madame Elisabeth (sister of Louis XVI), and the young Louis XVII; on the preceding page are the facsimile signatures of A. Q. Fouquier, Legot, Guffroy, Massieu, and L. Le Cointre. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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246. Marie Therese. Queen consort of France as wife of Louis XIV, she was born at the Escorial as the daughter of Philip IV of Spain and Elisabeth of France (1638–1683). Vellum manuscript DS, in French, one page, 18.5 x 8, April 24, 1680. Untranslated document in which the Queen promotes Guillaume Bignon to the new position of master pastry chef. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, moderate overall creases, and two cuts to the lower right. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

247. Nicholas II. DS in

Cyrillic, one page, 4.25 x 7, no date. A bill from the Preobrazhensky Regiment Officer’s Club, signed at the bottom in Cyrillic in pencil. In very good condition, with a tape repair to the upper left, light soiling, and showthrough from an ink stamp to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

248. Princess Diana and Prince Charles. Desirable Christmas

card from 1991 with embossed coats of arms on the front, measuring 14 x 6 open, featuring a color photo of the royal family affixed inside opposite a printed holiday greeting, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Tony—from Charles and” and “Diana.” In fine condition. This particular card was sent to Anthony Burrows, the personal accountant to Charles and Diana at St. James’s Palace. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Newlywed royals send heartfelt thanks from Buckingham Palace 249. Princess Diana and Prince Charles. Very nice TLS signed “Yours

most sincerely, Charles and Diana,” with Charles’s name in his own hand and the remainder written by Diana, one page, 7.5 x 11.75, Buckingham Palace letterhead, October 7, 1981. Letter to Miss Harding. In full: “We would like to thank you very much indeed for your most kind contribution to the wedding present which the Duchy has given us. We really are delighted with the mahogany library table which will look splendid in our home at Highgrove and is exactly the right period for the house. We were also most touched to receive the balance of the gift in the form of a cheque with which we shall probably buy some more furniture. As you can well imagine, with two houses to equip from scratch we have quite a difficult task ahead of us! We have been completely overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity which so many people have shown to us, but, as you well know we have a very special affection for the Duchy and all those who live and work in it and we therefore particularly appreciate your gift. We look forward very much to visiting the Duchy together in the future.” Handsomely double-matted and framed with a color photo and plaque to an overall size of 25 x 21. In fine condition. The fabled royal wedding took place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on July 29, 1981, before an invited congregation of 3,500 and an estimated worldwide television audience of 750 million. A highly desirable and personal souvenir of one of the most storied public marriages in modern history. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“I always want to do my best to achieve the real goal that we had on entering the War”

250. Queen Anne. Queen of England (born 1665), the last British monarch in the Stuart dynasty, who reigned from 1702 until her death in 1714. ALS in French, signed “Anne R,” one page both sides, 6.75 x 9, March 3, 1711/1712. Letter to Emperor Charles VI of Austria regarding the War of the Spanish Succession. In part (translated): “I am glad to assure your Imperial Majesty by a person of distinguished merit and of a confidence so special that my zeal for the advancement of Common Cause, and the Interests of Your House, Augustus did not relent. I always want to do my best to achieve the real goal that we had on entering the War and I am convinced that nothing can contribute more effectively than a straight union and mutual confidence between us and all of our allies.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, creases to the top edge, and slight show-through to the signature area from writing on the opposing side. Accompanied by the original address panel written in Anne’s hand, as well as three engraved portraits and an export certificate from the French Ministry of Culture. The War of Spanish Succession was triggered with the death of the childless King Charles II of Spain in 1701, upon which the grandson of King Louis XIV, Philip, Duke of Anjou, was set to inherit the throne. Fearing that French domination over Europe would disrupt the balance of power between nations, England, the Dutch Republic, Austria, and the Holy Roman Empire reestablished the Grand Alliance to counter the growth of the French empire. The war raged for over a decade and the interests of the allied nations began to diverge and focus occasionally shifted to various domestic issues, thus Queen Anne’s letter imploring the Holy Roman Emperor to commit to a unified goal and bring about an end to the war. It would soon draw to a close with the Treaty of Utrecht in 1713, marking the end of French ambitions of hegemony in and preserving the European system based on the balance of power between nations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Uniquely framed with the same wood used to house her handmade carpet 251. Queen Mary of Teck. Uncommon

matte-finish 6.25 x 8.25 photo of Mary wearing her priceless jewels, affixed to its original 9 x 12.5 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Mary R, 1950.” Also signed at the top in pencil by the photographer, Henry Wrightson. Wonderfully framed to an overall size of 12 x 15.5, engraved on the reverse, “Made from the same wood used for the chest for H. M. Queen Mary’s carpet, 1950.” The frame’s backing opens to reveal a letter from Queen Mary’s private secretary, dated April 19, 1950, transmitting the signed photo to the craftsman who made the carpet’s chest. In fine condition. Accompanied by photos of the carpet and chest, and a magazine article describing the carpet’s history. Queen Mary herself produced a handmade carpet measuring over 6 x 10 feet, with the intention of selling it as a contribution to the country’s dollar export drive. A unique piece of royal history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

252. Royalty. Collection of five letters from different members

of royalty, including: a lengthy TLS from Elisabeth of Wied, Queen of Romania, dated March, 20, 1901, with a handwritten note and signature as queen in pencil at the conclusion; an LS from Ernest I, Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, dated November 30, 1826; an ALS from Elena, Queen of Italy and Consort of Victor Emmanuel III, circa 1908; an LS from Louis II, Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt, dated August 30, 1837; and an LS from Louis III, Grand Duke of Hesse-Darmstadt, dated August 6, 1850. In overall very good to fine condition, with tears and paper loss to the top edge of the Ernest letter and blocks of toning to the Elisabeth of Wied. Accompanied by the original transmittal covers for the Louis II and Louis III letters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Titanic and Maritime

253. David Dow. Captain of the RMS Lusitania (1860-1931) from

1913 until her penultimate voyage in May 1915. Bold fountain pen signature, “Yours faithfully, D. Dow,” on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 card clipped from a program for the RMS Lusitania, dated February 22, 1915. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and slight soiling and edgewear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

254. William Turner. Captain of the RMS Lusitania (1856–1933) when it was sunk by a German torpedo in May 1915. Postcard of the RMS Aquitania, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “W. T. Turner,” with a collector’s notation of “1914, Captain” below. Some light soiling and wear to corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

255.. Archibald Butt. American

military officer (born 1865) who served as an influential aide to Presidents Roosevelt and Taft before perishing during the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Bank check, 7.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and made payable to Archibald W. Butt for $21.28, May 18, 1906, endorsed on the reverse by Butt, “A. W. Butt.” In fine condition, with expected cancellation cuts and holes. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Ornate iron key recovered from the body of a third-class passenger

256. Carl Asplund. A single iron key with

quatrefoil head made by Yale and Town circa 1900, measuring approximately two inches long, recovered from the body of third-class Titanic passenger Carl Asplund. Beautifully archivally triple-cloth-matted and framed with a descriptive plaque and photo of Asplund to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. Keys of this type were used to lock and unlock jewelry, document, or small casket boxes. This key was recovered from Asplund’s body, no. 142, by the MackayBennett, and is documented in the inventory of his possessions. Provenance: Asplund Family; Henry Aldridge, May 2011. Asplund and his wife, Selma, had previously lived in the US but had returned to Sweden to raise their family. Having decided to return to the United States, the couple and their children—Filip Oscar, Clarence Gustaf Hugo, Carl Edgar, Lillian Gertrud, and Edvin Rojj Felix—boarded the Titanic at Southampton. When the accident occurred, Carl took possession of all the family’s important items, money, and paperwork—unfortunately, the family’s money and papers were lost. The only survivors were Selma, Lillian, and Felix, who had managed to board lifeboat 15; Lillian, five years old at the time, was one of the last three living survivors and the only one to have actual memories of the ship. An attractive and nicely displayed relic from a tragic loss of the maritime disaster. Starting Bid $500

The man who fought for more lifeboats on board the Titanic 257. Alexander Carlisle. General manager and chief draftsman at Harland & Wolff (1854-1926); primarily responsible for the ships’ safety systems, he proposed multiple plans to increase the number of lifeboats on board the Titanic and Olympic liners during their design. He retired before either ship was completed, and his plans were not utilized. He retired before either ship was completed, and his plans were not utilized. Attractive postcard showing the bridge of the SS Leviathan, 5.5 x 3.5, signed vertically along the left edge in fountain pen, “Yours truly, A. M. Carlisle.” Collector’s notation indicates that it was received on May 21, 1914. In fine condition, with additional collectors notations in upper and lower borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“We merely exchanged the words ‘Goodbye, old man.’ This occurred shortly before the end”

259. Charles Lightoller. Second officer on board the Titanic, and the most senior officer to survive the disaster. He was the last survivor taken on board the rescue ship Carpathia. TLS signed “C. H. Lightoller,” two pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 10, embossed White Star Line letterhead, S.S. Adriatic, May 1, 1912. Letter to R.W. Graham of Holt & Co. of New York informing Graham that Titanic assistant surgeon John E. Simpson was lost at sea. In full (with a couple of handwritten corrections by Lightoller): “In reply to yours of the 30th ultimo, I am sorry to say that Asst. Surgeon John E. Simpson was on the ‘Titanic,’ (not Asst. Purser, as stated in the papers). I deeply regret your loss, which is also mine. I may say I was practically the last man to speak to Dr. Simpson, and on this occasion he was walking along the boat-deck in company with Messrs. McElroy, Barker, Dr. O’Loughlin and four assistant pursers. They were all perfectly calm in the knowledge that they had done their duty and were still assisting by showing a calm and cool exterior to the passengers. Each one individually came up to me and shook hands. We merely exchanged the words ‘Goodbye, old man.’ This occurred shortly before the end and I am not aware that he was seen by anyone after. With deepest sympathy for you in the loss of your friend.” Beautifully archivally triple-clothmatted and framed with a photo of Lightoller and descriptive plaque to an overall size of 32 x 17.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few light wrinkles and creases, and a couple spots of light toning. Oversized. Lightoller had been travelling on the Adriatic at this time on his return to England following his testimony at the American Senate Inquiry into the Titanic Disaster. He had been immediately detained following his arrival on Carpathia in New York, and was making his return to England at the time this letter was written. Lightoller describes the final moments and whereabouts of such iconic Titanic figures as its chief purser, chief surgeon, and assistant surgeon, as well as describing what may have been Dr. Simpson’s final words before he was lost. For these words to have come directly from Titanic’s highest ranking surviving officer, while he was returning home after being detained in America, elevates this letter to a class all its own. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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A Titanic crewman writes from the mighty ship’s birthplace, Belfast: “I expect we are leaving here for our trials on Monday and for home on Tuesday”

260. Sidney Conrad Siebert. ALS, in pencil, signed “Your own ever loving & Davoted [sic] Husband hon,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to his wife Winnie, written in the Public Library in Belfast. In full (with grammar and spelling retained): “I have bought a little note paper so that I could drop you a few more lines than I could get on a postcard. As I told you we had a very trying journey here we were over 11 hours in the train and then straight on to the steamboat for another 8 hours and nowhere to sleep all that time and she was a rather old boat we came over by. I hope you are still keeping well. I am glad to say I am alright the air here is very bracing it makes me as hungry as anything. I don’t think a great deal of the City it is not so good as Soton [Southampton] although there are several fine buildings here but the town itself is very dirty and it has been raining ever since we got here. I am writing this in the Public Library a very nice building but not up to date English books and papers seem very scarce here. Also another thing which strikes one as curious is that there are no cabs or Taxis here they all have these jaunting cars as sort of a shelf arrangement on two wheels and they look most decidedly uncomfortable. I have not tried one yet and have no intention of doing so. I expect we are leaving here for our trials on Monday and for home on Tuesday and I can tell you I shall be glad after that long time at home I don’t like being away at all. But I suppose I must not grumble as I have had a good time while I was home and must not get on & earn some money. Kiss baby for me tell her her daddy wants to see her and I want to see my other little girl as well. Good Night my own beloved with all the hearts love.” A small separation to one of the central horizontal folds, expected light soiling, and some scattered light toning to second page, otherwise fine condition. At this time, Titanic had been in Belfast awaiting her delivery to Southampton in order to embark on her maiden voyage from that port on April 10, 1912. She had a skeleton delivery crew for this short but necessary journey, of which Siebert was a part. The crew was responsible for getting themselves to Titanic’s birthplace, first to take her on her sea trials and then to Southampton. Siebert explains he had carried the notepaper he used for this letter with him to Belfast so that he wouldn’t have to send her a postcard. Siebert died in the sinking. His body was not identified. According to Colonel Archibald Gracie in his book Titanic (page 181), Siebert had been pulled from the water into Lifeboat No. 4 but died thereafter. Letters from Titanic’s delivery/sea trial crew during their very brief stay in Belfast are practically non-existent. The fact that Siebert mentions the upcoming sea trials and delivery trip, and discusses the sites he had seen in Belfast makes this letter all the more desirable, and possibly unique. Provenance: Lot 45 Christie’s South Kensington Maritime sale, May 24, 2001. Starting Bid $500 www.RRAuction.com | 93

“The White Star Line has agreed to pay a sum of about £130,000 in settlement of all claims arising from the loss of the ‘Titanic’” 261. William T. Stead.

Remarkable pair of letters related to the loss of newspaper editor William Thomas Stead in the Titanic disaster. First is a TLS signed “Norman CroomJohnson,” two pages, 8 x 10, law firm letterhead, January 5, 1916. Headed “re ‘TITANIC,’” the letter was sent to the claims department of the White Star Line on behalf of Emma Lucy Stead. In part: “My Client…is the Widow of the late Mr. W. T. Stead who was one of the passengers drowned in the ‘Titanic’ disaster in April 1912… She made a claim against your Company for the very considerable damages caused to her by the loss of her husband who, as you are no doubt aware, was a very well known Journalist and the Proprietor of the ‘Review of Reviews’ but at that time I understand you intimated that you were not in a position to consider any claims. I now understand that the White Star Line has agreed to pay a sum of about £130,000 in settlement of all claims arising from the loss of the ‘Titanic,’ and I am instructed to ask you what portion of this sum your Company is prepared to pay to my Client as compensation for the very serious pecuniary loss caused to her by the late Mr. Stead’s death.” Attached to the front is a letter from the White Star Line to the law firm Hill Dickinson, forwarding the letter and requesting that they address the issue. Also includes the law firm’s retained carbon copy, confirming receipt of the letter. Scattered creases and various pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Stead was one of the most famous Englishmen aboard the luxury liner and certainly one of the most valuable—he had revolutionized Victorian journalism, introducing tabloid elements into serious and socially conscious reporting. Two fictional short stories he wrote earlier in his literary career eerily predicted his misfortune—one published in 1886, ‘How the Mail Steamer went down in Mid Atlantic by a Survivor,’ described a collision at sea wherein a lack of lifeboats resulted in a high loss of life, and ‘From the Old World to the New’ in 1892, told of a vessel rescuing survivors from another ship after striking an iceberg. Stead left the majority of his estate to his wife in his will, which included his interests in the Review of Reviews, the rights to his entire body of published work, all financial investments, their house, and his other personal property. To his eldest daughter he left his private papers, including his diaries and autobiographical material. In all, Stead’s estate was valued at £13,000 at the time—an amount equivalent to well over one million dollars today. While the owners of the Titanic were fully compensated by their insurance policies within thirty days of their immense tangible loss, it took years for the families of those who perished to receive any financial consideration—a fact evidenced in these papers from four years after the wreck. Coming in the aftermath of the Titanic tragedy, these letters concerning one of the ship’s most famous fatalities are of tremendous historical interest. Starting Bid $500

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Original photo of ragged surviving crewmen awaiting dry clothes

262. Surviving Titanic Crew Members. Original vintage glossy 8.5 x 6.5 International News Service photo of Titanic crew survivors receiving dry clothes at the Sailor’s Home in New York. Photo shows four rows of weary sailors, many in their White Star sweaters, patiently waiting for dry clothes. Reverse bears an International News Service, New York stamp, a handwritten caption which reads, “Giving out clothes to Titanic sailors at Sailor’s Home,” as well as several date stamps and crop marks. In good condition, with clipped upper corners, lightly trimmed edges, some noticeable creases to upper portion, a few small edge tears, and a few spots to finish. Provenance: Caren Archive, New York Times. The outpouring of support following the Titanic disaster around the world, and especially in New York, is worthy of the highest accolades one could receive. Sailors’ benevolent societies, religious groups, the Red Cross, the Salvation Army, hospitals, and many other organizations and individuals came together to lend a helping hand in the form of financial relief, food and shelter. This rare photograph shows what was generally known but was hardly ever seen by others. Starting Bid $300

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Two British Enquiry Marconigrams, one requesting a full narrative from a survivor, “preferably Frank D. Millet or Maj. Butt”

263. Marconigrams. Two handwritten Marconigrams in pencil, both 8.5 x 5.5, and affixed to opposite sides of a 13.5 x 8.25 album page, with British Enquiry evidence numbers 168 and 169 written at the top of the pages. First Marconigram, stamped “Carpathia,” is addressed to the “Operator Carpathia,” stamp-dated April 17, 1912. In full: “Can you get survivor write Boston Globe full narrative disaster and also wireless report to Franconia if so get most promising man preferably Frank D. Millet or Maj. Butt all charges paid here. Winfield Thompson.” Second is addressed to “Mrs. Paul Schubert Carpathia,” and reads: “Very happy you are saved. Love to both. Paul.” In very good condition, with scattered creases, some stray pencil and ink marks, and scattered light toning. Both Marconigrams are documented in the book Titanic: Signals of Disaster. Book notes number 168 was received from MEA by H. C (altered from H. B.) at 6:35 am (altered from 6:25). Number 169 was received from DKP by H.B. At 10:15 am. As evidenced by the first Marconigram, news outlets were desperate for exclusive information surrounding the disaster. Winfield Thompson was a reporter for the Boston Globe aboard the Franconia, a Cunard Line steamer bound for Liverpool via Quebec, whose task was to monitor wireless traffic between the Carpathia and other wireless stations, and to retransmit any important news back to the Globe. The biggest news that Thompson broke during this time was that there were 705 Titanic survivors on the Carpathia, a reduction from a previously reported 868. However, at the time he dispatched this Marconigram, he was unaware that both of his requested sources—Francis D. Millet, an accomplished artist, and Archibald Butt, a respected presidential aide—had passed away in the tragedy. With the second Marconigram’s heartwarming message, this piece presents a striking contrast of the tragedy’s aftermath. Starting Bid $500

264. The Loss of the Steamship Titanic. Ten-

stanza poem by John J. Friend of Bangor, Maine, entitled ‘The Loss of the Steamship Titanic: In Loving Remembrance of Those Who Lost Their Lives on Board the Steamship Titanic,’ 8.75 x 13.75, featuring an artist’s depiction of the liner at the top. In very good condition, with three noticeable diagonal creases, other light scattered creases and soiling, and mild overall toning. Starting Bid $200

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265. The Loss of the Titanic. Poem entitled

‘The Loss of the Titanic’ by A. J. Tilley, printed on black-bordered cardstock, December 7, 1912, featuring a description of the disaster on the front and the 12-stanza poem inside. In very good condition, with scattered foxing and soiling throughout. Starting Bid $200

A railway ticket agent forwards prices to a prospective client “White Star Line—Steamer ‘Olympic’ or ‘Titanic’ all rooms $65:00” 266. Titanic. TLS

signed “Wm. A. Wiley, A. Ticket Agent,” one page, 8 x 10.25, The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company letterhead, March 11, 1912. Letter to a perspective traveler. In part: “I take great pleasure in handing you herewith for your information a detailed list of the various Steamship Lines and rates in effect over same to Plymouth England…I wish to say that any consideration that you may give our ‘line’ will be greatly appreciated.” Two additional pages provide rates for travel on various lines, including “White Star Line—Steamer ‘Olympic’ or ‘Titanic’ all rooms $65:00.” Third page has several handwritten notations including “5 to 12 half—under 5 free on rail—between ages of 1 and 12 half fare on Steamer.” In very good condition, with partial separations along horizontal mailing folds, uniform toning, and a couple of rusty staple holes. An interesting letter presenting the little known fact that children up to the age of 12 sailed for half price. Starting Bid $300

Two consecutive weeks of Titanic Wisconsin newspapers detailing the international, and local, tragedy

267. Titanic. Collection of 14 issues of The Evening Wisconsin, no Sunday editions, all approximately dating from April 15–20, 22–27, and

29 and 30, 1912, with the headlines chronicling the latest developments of the Titanic. April 15 headline states “Titanic Sinking After Collision; Passengers Safe.” The following day the realization of the tragedy is reported in the headline “Titanic Sinks With 1341 Souls—868 Survivors Saved By Carpathia.” Issue also features an image of prominent Milwaukee passenger Captain E. G. Crosby. The April 18 issue has an image of the Titanic at sea, a map showing the area of the accident, and images of prominent passengers including the Astors, Archibald Butt, Isidor Straus, and Frank Millet. Headlines in later issues deal with the inquiry and other issues surrounding the accident, including one which states, “Titanic Investigation is ‘Brutally Unfair,’ says J. Bruce Ismay.” In very good condition, with expected toning, fragile pages, edge tears, and binding holes to left edge. A great collection chronicling the first two weeks after the tragedy, which included several prominent Wisconsin residents. Starting Bid $200

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268. Titanic. The Titanic by E. J. Pratt. First edition. Toronto: The Macmillan Company of Canada Limited, 1935. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 42 pages. An epic poem about the life and death of the Titanic, which also features two photos of icebergs. In fine condition, with scattered marks and dings to the covers and spine, and trivial toning and soiling to a few pages. Starting Bid $200

Titanic. “Wreck of the Titanic” disaster souvenir napkin, 13.25 x 13.25, by the Palatine Printing Co., Wigan, Lancashire. Pink floral bordered napkin is headed at the top “In Memory of the Captain, Crew and Passengers who lost their lives by the Wreck of the Titanic,” with an engraving of the ship. There is a detailed description of the vessel, described as “the last word in ocean-going science and luxury,” with her “sumptuous Café Parisien, an elaborately fitted restaurant, a gymnasium, Turkish baths, a swimming bath and a racquets court.” The messages of sympathy received from King George V, Queen Mary and Queen Alexandra are also reproduced. At the bottom, there is a “local list of crew,” i.e. the names of crew members born in Liverpool or Birkenhead. Double-matted to an overall size of 15 x 15. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and scattered creases and toning. Starting Bid $200

Surviving first class saloon steward collects his due 271. Titanic Account of Wages. Partly-printed docu-

ment, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, May 13, 1912. Titanic ‘Account of Wages’ document for Edneser Edward Wheelton, who worked on the vessel as a saloon steward with the Victualling Crew. Document is stamped with the ship’s name, “Titanic,” date of engagement, “10 APR 1912,” and date of discharge, “15 APR 1912.” The remaining areas are filled out in a clerical hand, including “Name of Master: E. J. Smith” and “Name of Seaman: E. Wheelton,” and a tally of his wages, adding a bonus to his earnings from six days of work for a total of £4. Intersecting folds, scattered creases, and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Wheelton awoke upon the late-night collision and immediately began helping to load passengers into lifeboats, afterward joining lifeboat 11 himself. After arriving home in Southampton, he continued to work at sea through the 1920s. Of the nearly 900 members of the Titanic crew, only 215 survived, making this type of document quite rare. Starting Bid $500

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A pittance for the devoted bearers of bad news “in connection with the ‘Titanic’ compensation claims” 272. Titanic Compensation. TLS, one page, 8 x 10, illustrated White Star Line Olympic letterhead, October 17, 1912. Letter to Sir John Gray Hill of the Liverpool & London Steamship Protection Association. In full: “We beg to attach copy of a letter we received from our Southampton Office with reference to the services rendered by Master-at-Arms Osman and Assistant Shipping Master Greenham in connection with the ‘Titanic’ compensation claims. As this would be a debit on the Protection Association we should be glad to know whether you authorise us to make the grants suggested.” Letter is initialed at the conclusion by a representative from Ismay, Imrie and Co. The letter cited is attached to the reverse left edge, dated October 16, 1912, and reads, in part: “In connection with the many enquiries made by us at the instigation of Messrs. Hill, Dickinson & Co. with respect to dependents of the members of the crew, we desire to call your special attention to the services rendered by Master-at-Arms and our Assistant Shipping master Greenham. These men received no overtime allowance, most of the enquiries have had to be made after the day’s work at the dock is over, and in many instances considerable distances have had to be travelled into the country in order to follow up on their enquiries. Their cycles have been used for this purpose and as the number of reports made to Messrs. Hill Dickinson & Co., is great, the wear and tear on their machines has been correspondingly heavy. Under all the circumstances and in view of the satisfaction expressed by Messrs. Hill Dickinson & Co. at the reports made we recommend a special grant to Osman and Greenham of say £5/£10 each and we trust that this will meet your approval.” In fine condition, with a small pencil notation to bottom left, a couple small staple holes to top left, and a few trivial brushes to typed text. Of the Titanic’s massive crew of almost 900 members, only 215 survived the ship’s sinking. The two men mentioned in this letter, Master-atArms Osman and Assistant Shipping Master Greenham, took upon themselves the extraordinary task of personally delivering the tragic news to the families of the fallen crew members “after the day’s work at the dock is over” with “no overtime allowance.” Requesting a small amount of compensation for their bicycles, which carried them far and wide in their difficult task, this is a fascinating pair of letters, written as the White Star Line was busy trying to limit its liability in much larger claims for loss of life and property. Starting Bid $500

273. The Titanic Tragedy.

The Titanic Tragedy—God Speaking to the Nations by Alma White. Bound Brook, NJ: The Pentecostal Union, 1913. Green hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 211 pages. White argues that the Titanic disaster was caused by God in retribution for a sinful world. In very good condition, with a cracked front hinge, soiling to the lower portion of the front cover, and light damp staining to the bottom of the pages. Starting Bid $200

274. The Wreck of the Titanic. Two different copies of sheet music for ‘The Wreck of the Titanic,’ five pages, published in 1912 by H. Kirkus Dugdale Co., Washington, D. C. The first, by Kirkpatrick and Hanford, features ornate purple printing; and the second, by Euler and Stanley, boasts elegant black print. Starting Bid $100

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Original New York Times photo of two survivors overwhelmed by the media upon the arrival of the Carpathia

275. Titanic Survivors. Original vintage 9.75 x 7.5 New York Times/American Press Association photo of two Titanic survivors coming off the Carpathia, surrounded by a throng of reporters on April 17, 1912. Reverse bears a New York Times stamp as well as several other date stamps. Paper loss to top edge and corners, a few small edge tears, and light overall creasing and wrinkling, otherwise very good condition. Provenance: Caren Archive, New York Times.

The radio operators on Carpathia were so busy transmitting messages from survivors to their families, a task Carpathia’s captain felt took priority, relatively little official information came from Carpathia during this period. The U.S. government was so anxious for information and a list of survivors (President Taft’s military aide had been on the ship) that it dispatched the U.S.S. Chester in an attempt to make radio contact with Carpathia in hopes of getting the requested information. The press, too, had been waiting for information and had attempted to solicit passengers and crew to provide exclusives while the ship was still at sea. Some reporters even planned to get onto the ship before it reached New York Harbor. This photo represents a culmination of the press’s tenacious efforts to gather as much information about what happened before their competition did. An original photograph of Titanic passengers just as they disembarked the rescue ship depicts a rare scene indeed! Starting Bid $200

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276. American Bankers Association

277. James Barr

280. Captain Edward J. Smith

281. The Ill-Fated S.S. Titanic

Starting Bid $200

284. Titanic

285. Titanic Sinking

Starting Bid $200

283. Titanic

Starting Bid $200

286. Titanic Lifeboat Alongside Carpathia

287. Titanic Sunk on Her Maiden Trip

Starting Bid $200

278. Boy Scouts Titanic Relief Fund

279. Olympic and Titanic Starting Bid $200

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282. Titanic

Starting Bid $200

288. Triple-Screw Steamer Titanic Starting Bid $200

289. Triple-Screw Steamer Titanic Starting Bid $200

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Explorers and Archaeologists 290. Arctic Explorers. Program for a Hunters Fraternity of America dinner honor-

ing polar explorers held on January 3, 1927, measuring 17 x 10.75 open, signed on the front cover in black ink by Robert E. Byrd, Roald Amundsen, and Lincoln Ellsworth, and signed on the reverse in ink and pencil by Ezra Meeker, George P. Putnam, Robert Bartlett, Henry Woodhouse, Fitzhugh Green, Frederick S. Dellenbaugh, and three others. An additional signature was penned in another hand, possibly by Byrd, to represent the late Robert Peary who had passed seven years earlier. A patriotic decal and news clipping about the event are affixed to the program below the signatures. Matted and framed to an overall size of 23.5 x 17.25, with plexiglass on both sides for viewing all signatures. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

293. Ernest Shackleton. LS signed “E. H.

291. Robert E. Peary and Frederick Cook.

Two postcards: one depicting a ship sailing on rough seas, 3.5 x 5.5, signed in fountain pen, “R. E. Peary,” with a collector’s notation below indicating that it was received on October 23, 1912; the other showing a wintry Siberia, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in blue ink on the reverse, “Sincerely, Frederick A Cook, 601 Steinway Hall, Chicago.” Some light wear to edges, a few tack holes to the Peary, and brushing to the Cook signature, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

292. Ernest Shackleton. Color postcard de-

picting Ashness Bridge in Derwentwater, 5.5 x 3.5, signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Ernest Shackleton.” Collector’s notation below indicates that it was received on April 19, 1913. Some light soiling and wear to corners, and an address and additional notations in another hand on both sides, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Shackleton,” one page, 8 x 10, British Antarctic Expedition 1907 letterhead, November 24, 1909. Letter declining an invitation. In full: “Major Forbes has forwarded your letter to me. I thank you very much for your kind invitation but I shall be returning to town from Reading after the lecture.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), and some scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

294. Henry M. Stanley. ALS,

two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7, personal letterhead, January 9, 1901. Letter to Mr. Ridenig, in part: “This is a rare occasion being the first month of the year & the first of the new century and as it is not likely to be repeated during our lives may the Gods grant full effect to my good wishes to you & yours.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

295. Roald Amundsen

296. August Belmont

297. David Ben-Gurion

298. David Ben-Gurion

299. Louis D. Brandeis

300. British Prime Ministers

301. British Royal Family

302. William Jennings Bryan

304. Richard E. Byrd and James H. Doolittle

305. Andy Card

306. Benjamin Cardozo

308. George Washington Carver

309. Henry Clay

310. Clarence Darrow

Starting Bid $200

303. Henry Bulwer Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

307. Andrew Carnegie Starting Bid $200

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311. Charles de Gaulle

312. Frederick Douglass

313. Oliver Ellsworth

314. Oliver Ellsworth

315. Emma Goldman

316. Mikhail Gorbachev Starting Bid $200

317. William Randolph Hearst

318. George de Hevesy

320. J. Edgar Hoover

321. Huang Hua Starting Bid $200

322. Alexander von Humboldt

325. Robert F. Kennedy

326. Robert F. Kennedy

Starting Bid $200

319. J. Edgar Hoover Starting Bid $200

323. Collis P. Huntington Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

324. Robert and Ethel Kennedy Starting Bid $200

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327. King Wilhelm I

328. Ulrich Friedrich Kopp

329. Simon Lake

330. Wassily Leontief

331. Lincoln Assassination

332. Ramon Magsaysay

333. Theodor Mommsen

334. Napoleon

335. Cardinal John Newman

336. Nguyen Van Thieu

337. Nguyen Van Thieu Starting Bid $200

338. Antoine-Augustin Parmentier

339. George Peabody

340. Eva and Juan Peron

341. Simeon Poisson

342. Alfred Polgar

Starting Bid $200

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343. Prince William Frederick

344. Yitzhak Rabin

347. Syngman Rhee Starting Bid $200

348. Henry Roscoe and Edward Schunck

351. Norodom Sihanouk

352. Hans Sloane

Starting Bid $200

355. James Tobin Starting Bid $200

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356. William M. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bossâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tweed Starting Bid $200

345. William Ramsay Starting Bid $200

346. Jean Pierre Abel Remusat

349. Bertrand Russell

350. Paul Samuelson

353. Sukarno

354. Margaret Thatcher

357. Booker T. Washington

358. Booker T. Washington

Starting Bid $200

military “I think it would be well to attack them whenever the opportunity presents itself” 360. P. G. T. Beauregard. Extraordinary Civil War– dated ALS signed “G. T. Beauregard,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.75, October 21, 1861. Letter to General Joseph E. Johnston. In part: “I send you herewith two despatches I found at Ewells. How true they are I am unable to tell, but I should not be surprised if there was some truth in them, especially in reference to that battery, on the Maryland shore, probably a mortar battery—Bomb proofs ought to be previewed at once for the garrisons & part of the reserves. I think they ought to be telegraphed to know if they want Triplets Co. from Camp Pickens as it might be sent there anyhow for a few days—& should they wish to keep it they could return another Co. in its place. The Flag, I think will do ‘first rate’ they ought to be made as to be easily attached to the staff. When will the others be back? I send a dispatch just recd from Evans I should not be surprised if he whipped the whole of Banks Army.” In a postscript initialed “G. T. B.,” he adds, “I think it would be well to attack them whenever the opportunity presents itself.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. Light scattered foxing and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. At the first Battle of Bull Run a number Confederate regiments fought under the Confederate national flag, known as the ‘Stars and Bars,’ which resembled the flag of the United States—this led to some confusion in identifying troops, and Beauregard made developing a new battle flag a priority. In September 1861 he first suggested the design of a potential flag—red with two star-emblazoned blue bars crossing diagonally—and worked with Johnston to make the idea a reality. In addition to its brief but significant mention of the flag, this letter contains an exceptional discussion of battlefield tactics from one commander to another. All together excellent and important content from early in the Civil War. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

361. P. G. T. Beauregard. Crisp ink signature, “G. T. Beauregard, 1880,” on an

off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

362. Confederate Amnesty Oath. Partly-printed DS, signed “John Thompson,”

one page, 8 x 6.25, December 18, 1865. Amnesty oath reads, in full, “State of Arkansas. Columbia County. I John Thompson of Columbia County, State of Arkansas, do solemnly swear, in the presence of Almighty God, that I will henceforth faithfully support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the Union of States thereunder: and that I will in like manner, abide by and faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves—so help me God.” Signed at the conclusion by Thompson and countersigned by Columbus County Clerk W. B. McNeill. In very good condition, with central horizontal fold, two ink spots over Thompson’s signature and scattered toning and soiling. Starting Bid $200

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363. Braxton Bragg. ALS, one

page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7.75, Galveston, Texas, February 15, 1875. Letter to an admirer, in full: “I have no picture of the period you desire, and know not where you can find one. Indeed I was too much occupied in the field to avail myself of the opportunities for artists. I regret not being able to gratify you.” In fine condition, with a few trivial spots of soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite bust portrait of Bragg in uniform, with an ink notation in another hand. One of a handful of ALSs from Bragg that we have offered, accompanied by an apparently scarce image from his military years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

364. George A. Custer. Civil War–dated hand-addressed mailing envelope, 9.25 x 4.5, addressed by Custer to his wife, “Mrs. Genl Custer, Care of Senator Chandler, Washington DC,” bearing an affixed three-cent postage stamp and postmarked Old Point Comfort, Virginia, March 19, [1865]. The envelope is imprinted: “Headquarters Third Division, Cavalry Corps., Official Business.” In fine condition, with an opening tear to the left edge and the postmark lightly affecting some of the writing; a crisper example than typically seen. Custer commanded the Third Cavalry Division from September 30, 1864, through the end of the war in April 1865. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare 1862 provision document for the Virginia Volunteers 365. Jubal A. Early. Civil War–dated partly-printed DS, signed “J. A. Early, Brig Genl,”

one page, 10.25 x 7.5, August 8, 1862. A provision return accounting for one day of supplies for Colonel John S. Hoff of the Virginia Volunteers, filled out in another hand in pencil, reporting on rations for 225 men, listing items such as “Fresh Beef,” “Pork,” “Flour,” “Sugar,” “Candles,” “Soap,” and “Salt.” Two vertical folds and a moderate uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. Early had been seriously wounded during the Battle of Williamsburg just a few months earlier in May; it took him nearly two months to recover before returning to the battlefield at the very end of June. The day after signing this document, on August 9, 1862, Early served with distinction in the Southern victory at the Battle of Cedar Mountain. Extremely scarce in war-dated military documents. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

366. John S. Hoffman. Confederate colonel (1821–1877) who served at Gettysburg and

was severely wounded at Hatcher’s Run in February 1865. Civil War–dated handwritten endorsement, “Approved and respectfully forwarded, J. S. Hoffman, Col. Com. Regt.,” penned on the reverse docketing panel of a Confederate certificate of disability for discharge, one page, 8 x 9.25, September 26, 1862. The certificate discharges Elias Norris from service due to rheumatism that had prevented him from performing any duty for over five months. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, moderate soiling, chips to edges, and some spreading to ink in Hoffman’s endorsement. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The navigator’s Hiroshima flight log: “Bomb Away”

367. Enola Gay: Theodore ‘Dutch’ Van Kirk. Extraordinary souvenir navigator’s flight log of the Enola Gay’s atomic mission on Au-

gust 9, 1945, four cardstock sheets, 20.5 x 8.25, filled out in pencil on the first three sheets by Van Kirk with the plane’s flight data, the fourth page containing a ballpoint description of the piece, signed at the conclusion, “Theodore J. ‘Dutch’ Van Kirk, Navigator—Enola Gay, 6 August 1945.” The flight log consists of successive entries from the time of the take-off of the Enola Gay to the return to base, denoting the plane’s position, time, course, temperature, altitude, air speed, wind, ground speed, and several other factors. At time “09:15” on the second page is the ominous and most important entry: “Bomb Away.” On the last page is Van Kirk’s description, in part: “This Navigator’s log has been filled out entirely in my own hand as I did during our historic flight over Hiroshima to drop the first atomic bomb on August 6, 1945. The purpose of the log during our August 6 flight was to record flight data used by myself during the flight to keep our plane on course and on time. The target was Aioi Bridge in Hiroshima. The log served its purpose beautifully as we dropped the atomic bomb both on time and on target.” In fine condition. An absolutely remarkable representation of the most important flight in World War II. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Crisply signed Brady carte-de-visite 368. Robert E. Lee. Distinguished 2.25 x 3.5 carte-de-visite portrait of Lee in

a near profile pose, crisply signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” Published by M. B. Brady & Co. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 13, with a window on the reverse for viewing Brady’s backstamp. In fine condition, with light soiling and a slightly trimmed bottom edge. This portrait was captured by Brady in May 1869 when Lee visited President Grant at the White House, the last time they would meet. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Fantastic, early handwritten letter to Alexandria’s ‘Lloyd House’ owner 369. Robert E. Lee. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 7, March 6, 1833. Letter to John Lloyd of Alexandria. In full: “If you can use advantageously to your business the Interest of the $9600 on the 8th trust I will thank you to do so. And in order to make an even sum I have added $844. As will be done by the above check. My wish is for the whole amount to be returned at the same time as the date I mentioned in the deed. Let me know if this arrangement is perfectly convenient to you. I had intended to have mentioned it to you before but always forgot it. I will bring the deed in with me one of these days and get you to arrange it.” In fine condition, with several intersecting folds (one through a single letter of signature), and writing and signature a bit light but eminently legible. An especially interesting association, as John Lloyd was the husband of one of Lee’s cousins, and he owned what is now known as the ‘Lloyd House’ in Alexandria, Virginia—Lloyd had taken possession of the house in 1833, but the deed of sale was not recorded until the year of this letter, 1835. Coincidentally, Lee attended school at this very property during the 1820s, when operated as a schoolhouse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

371. Peter Ernst I von Mansfeld.

370. James Longstreet. ALS signed “J. Longstreet,” one page, lightly lined, 6 x 9.5, August 18, 1892. Letter to an unnamed general, in part: “Can you give me the names of all the signers of the petition sent to President Davis…and for a change of Commander for his Army…There was such confusion between Bragg and his General that I…have forgotten something of it.” Intersecting folds with partial separations at edges, light scattered soiling, and pencil notations in unknown hand below the signature, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Imperial and Spanish army commander of German origin and governor of the Spanish Netherlands (1517–1604). Manuscript DS in German, signed “Mansfelt,” one page, 8 x 12.75, January 12, 1602. Untranslated mandate to collect funds past due for the payment of the garrisons and to hand them over to the head accountant or his staff. Professionally repaired partial separations to intersecting folds, show-through from docketing to reverse, repaired paper loss to lower right, and wax seal remnants, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

372. Maurice, Count of Saxe.

Saxon soldier in French service who became a Marshal and later also Marshal General of France (1696–1750). Manuscript LS in French, signed “M. de Saxe,” one page, 8 x 12.5, April 29, 1748. Written in the Camp in Maastricht forbidding any person to cross the lines, even with passports, unless signed by his hand, and mentioning the fate of deserters. In fine condition, with expected document wear, tack holes to upper corners and lower edge, and toning to right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

373. John S. Mosby. Confederate ranger (1833–1916) whose guerrilla band specialized in attacking and disrupting Union supply lines. Photo postcard of Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C., 3.5 x 5.5, signed in fountain pen, “Jno. S. Mosby.” Collector’s notation below indicates that it was received on February 16, 1908. Area of discoloration near but not affecting signature, two collector’s notations, and some light wear to corners, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Fragments from the HMS Victory’s flag which flew above the Battle of Trafalgar 374. Horatio Nelson. An unbelievably rare pair of colored fabric swatches, each .25 x .5, removed from the ensign flag that flew above the HMS Victory during Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar on October 21, 1805, and was later placed upon his coffin at his funeral at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Both swatches are housed in a .5 x .5 locket, with a color portrait of Nelson opposite the swatches, and suspended from a braided rope necklace. In fine condition, with expected wear, as well as some surface wear to bottom and sides of the locket. After Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar—which he did not survive to enjoy—the Victory sailed back to England to prepare for its leader’s elaborate state funeral. At the close of the service on January 9, 1806, as Nelson’s loyal sailors draped the Victory’s flag over his coffin, they proceeded to tear off pieces of the flag as mementoes of their fallen commander. Any artifact associated with Nelson, especially pieces directly from the Victory are extremely rare. Provenance: Ex-Royal United Services Museum. Starting Bid $1000

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The Old North Church sexton who aided Paul Revere— ‘One if by land, two if by sea’ 375. Robert Newman. DS, one page, 7.25 x 4, August 10, 1787.

A financial document concerning funeral expenses, listing the costs of “Digging Grave for Negro Woman,” “Cash Pd for ye Pall,” “Ditto for toaling Bells,” and “My attendance, Borrowing chears, &c.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Newman. Intersecting folds, one small tear repaired on the reverse, toning, and an ink blot to the left side, otherwise fine condition. On April 18, 1775, it was Newman who hung lanterns in the steeple of Old North Church to alert Paul Revere and the colonial militia of the forthcoming British invasion by sea. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Inscribed with appreciation to a soldier in the Pacific on “1 May 45,” the day after Hitler’s death 376. Chester Nimitz. Vintage glossy 14.25 x 11 photo of Nimitz at his desk, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Comdr A. Donald Fraser, USN, With best wishes and great appreciation of the splendid services performed by you and your command in the war in the Pacific. C. W. Nimitz, First admiral USN,” adding the date, “1 May 45.” In very good condition, with a significant central vertical fold (passing through the inscription and a single letter of the signature), small tears to edges, and scattered creasing. Despite the announcement of Hitler’s death and the fall of the Nazi regime on the day this photo was signed, the war was not over for Nimitz. His action in the Pacific theater would continue for another four hard-fought months, finally ending with the signing of the Japanese Instrument of Surrender on September 2nd. An impressive portrait inscribed to a fellow Pacific soldier, just months before the war’s end. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

377. George S. Patton. War-dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10.5, June 27, 1945. Letter to Virginia Doyle. In full: “I regret that I have not my picture available, and deeply appreciate your desiring one. My signature to this letter provides the autograph you request.” In fine condition, with light creases and toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Patton writes this letter from Hamilton, Massachusetts, during an extended leave in June with his family, during which he spoke in Boston, Denver, and Los Angeles, making a final stop in Washington, DC, before returning to Europe in July to serve in the occupation forces. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Pickett submits an 1848 Mexican-American War bounty to Longstreet, his future Gettysburg commander 378. George E. Pickett. Partly-printed DS, signed “G. E. Pickett. Lt & r Adjt 8th Infy,” one page, 15 x 12.5, May 1848. Document headed “Recruiting Account of Lieut. Geo. E. Pickett of the Eighth Regiment of Infantry for the month of May 1848 Tacubaya, Mexico Recruiting Station.” The document lists a new soldier recruited by the 23-year-old Pickett, “Jose Perez,” enlisted for a period of “5 Yrs,” and “Assigned to Co. F 8 Infy May 3, 1848.” Pickett boldly signs below. An account table on the reverse reads: “Cash received of Lt. James Longstreet Dollars 109 Cents 50,” which includes the “Bounty paid Pvt Jose Perez for enlisting in U.S. Army.” Intersecting folds, an area of repaired paper loss to a column left of Pickett’s signature, and a few stray ink spots. Longstreet and Pickett became good friends while serving together in the 8th Infantry, fighting side-by-side in the Mexican-American War. This document was issued at Tacubaya nearby Chapultepec Castle, the site of their greatest triumph of the war. During the Battle of Chapultepec in September 1847, Longstreet was wounded while charging up the hill with his regimental colors and passed the flag on to Pickett. Laboring on, Pickett was the first soldier to reach the top of the castle’s walls and fought his way to the roof of the palace, unfurling the flag over the fortress and announcing its surrender. The two officers remained friends and joined the Confederate Army, with Pickett commanding a division in Longstreet’s corps. At Gettysburg General Robert E. Lee ordered Longstreet to advance on the Union forces, an order transferred to his friend that resulted in the disastrous ‘Pickett’s Charge.’ An uncommon and excellent association document between the future Confederate officers. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

379. Augustin Robespierre.

Younger brother of Maximilien Robespierre who was also a radical revolutionary (1763–1794). He was elected to the National Convention in September 1792 and became deputeen-mission to the Army of Italy in 1794, where he wielded his influence to advance Napoleon Bonaparte’s early career. After a coup famously overthrew Maximilien on July 27, 1794, Augustin stood by his side and was also arrested; they were subsequently guillotined on the same day. LS in French, signed “Robespierre,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 10.75, March 21, 1793. Untranslated letter written from Nice, where he was very active in the Comite de Surveillance during the French Revolution. Robespierre writes to oppose the incarceration of the citizen Bertrand, citing all that he has done for the cause of the Revolution. The letter retains its red wax seal affixed to the final page. Intersecting folds, light staining to the top, and a bit of show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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380. JeanBaptiste de Rochambeau.

Lengthy autograph endorsement in French, signed “Le Cte de Rochambeau,” on the reverse of a manuscript document, one page both sides, 8.5 x 11.75, April 1, 1780. The document reads, in part: “Mr. Charles Joseph Detremautt, former musketeer of the Royal Guard and of a family of old nobility of this province…is a loyal gentleman and…is able to take the most distinguished position. With faith we are giving him the present certificate made in Vendome.” Rochambeau pens fourteen lines of text certifying “that Mr. De Hemautt, former musketeer, always acted as a well-bred gentleman…he has always been distinguished in regiments of Bourbon and has always had the best conduct and an excellent reputation.” Rochambeau signs at the conclusion. Affixed at the left edge to a slightly larger sheet. Intersecting folds, one small tape-repaired edge tear, and a few stray ink marks and dampstains, otherwise fine condition. In the spring of 1780, Rochambeau was given command of nearly 7000 French troops and sent to join the Continental Army and assist the Americans in their fight for independence from the British. Three months later he arrived in Rhode Island; the following year he would make his lasting mark on the American Revolution, helping Washington secure a decisive victory in the crucial Siege of Yorktown. Documents signed by Rochambeau from around the time of his most famous Revolutionary contribution are quite scarce. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

381. William S. Rosecrans. Union general (1819–1898) who, after a long string of victories, was defeated at Chickamauga and relieved of his command. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Rosecrans in uniform, by Bogardus of New York, signed in black ink, “W. S. Rosecrans, Maj Genl.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

382. Gerhard von Scharnhorst. General in Prussian service (1755–1813 ) noted for his military theories, reforms of the Prussian army, and leadership during the Napoleonic Wars. ALS in German, signed “Scharnhorst,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, May 9, 1810. Letter to his brother. In part (translated): “Finally I am in good health and able to think about you, my only and beloved brother. But there is a long and ineluctable journey ahead of me, I have to inspect all of our fortresses, because I am no longer head of the War department, but I am now responsible for engineering.” In very good condition, with professionally repaired separations to central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered staining, and show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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383. Hap Arnold Starting Bid $200

384. Louis-Alexandre Berthier

385. Karl Bolle

386. Ambrose E. Burnside

387. James Doolittle

388. James H. Doolittle

389. Enola Gay

390. Enola Gay: Morris Jeppson

Starting Bid $200

391. Enola Gay: Theodore â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Dutchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Van Kirk

392. Prince Eugene of Savoy

393. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal

394. Josef Jacobs

395. Horatio Kitchener

396. James A. Mulligan

397. Yatsuji Nagai

398. Lew Wallace

Starting Bid $200

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aviation 400. Glenn Curtiss. Aircraft designer and manufacturer (1878–1930) who pioneered such far-reaching innovations as the aileron, the pontoon airplane, the flying boat, dual pilot controls, and the retractable landing gear. TLS signed “G. H. Curtiss,” one page, 8 x 9, The Curtiss Flying Boat letterhead, March 25, 1916. Letter to Henry Woodhouse of the Aero Club of America. In full: “We went after Morris for giving out the stories we thought he had released, and I enclose a copy of his reply to our letter. You are carrying this thing too far. I have heard your arguments but they do not warrant going as far as you have gone in the matter of publicity. We must find some way of placing a check on this.” Trimmed and affixed to a same-size board. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper left and aforementioned mounting. Woodhouse was an aviation expert who helped found the magazine Flying, and served as its managing editor. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

401. Amelia Earhart. Quintessential vintage fountain pen signature, “Amelia Earhart,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

402. Amelia Earhart. Collection of several items, highlighted by a signed book: 20 hrs. 40 min: Our Flight in the Friendship. Second printing. NY: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1928. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.5, 314 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in fountain pen, “To Mr. and Mrs. Goodlatte, with many thanks for hospitality—Amelia Earhart.” A cracked hinge, edgewear, and light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Also includes a scale model of Earhart’s Lockheed Model 5C V plane; a commemorative plate; a small framed airmail stamp; magazine cover; newspaper cover; women’s air race program; greeting cards; postcard; and small record. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Amazing series of Hindenburg artifacts— including a charred razor from the disaster site 403. Hindenburg. Historic collection of five items pertaining to the infamous Hindenburg, including: a charred gentleman’s travel razor in a metal case with spare blades, recovered from the wreckage of the Hindenburg; a printed manuscript, signed in facsimile “A. E. Jessurun,” detailing his flights aboard the Hindenburg, including a conversation with Dr. Hugo Eckener, commander of the flight; a printed message from Jessurun titled “Flying Trip”; a publicity reprint of three articles about Jessurun’s flights on one 7.5 x 14 sheet; and a color postcard picturing “Sleeping Cabin in the Airship ‘Hindenburg,’” addressed to Mrs. Van Eiff, Spofford, N.H., U.S.A., postmarked aboard the Hindenburg, August 11, 1936. In overall very good condition. A more detailed description of these items is available online at RRAuction.com. Starting Bid $200

404. Howard Hughes. Ink

signature, “Howard Hughes,” on an off-white 5.25 x 8 sheet. Also signed in pencil by Hughes’s lawyer, “T. A. Slack, August 11, 1947.” In fine condition, with overall toning. Accompanied by two original press photos and a newspaper clipping concerning Hughes’s appearance at Senate hearings in August 1947, in which he testified about wartime plane contracts he received. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

405. Charles Lindbergh. Signed book: ‘WE.’ First edition. NY:

G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1927. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 318 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in fountain pen, “To Miss E. L. Power, Sincerely, Charles A. Lindbergh.” Autographic condition: fine, with very light scattered foxing and a small tear to upper left corner of signed page. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“I remember at some point disagreeing with you— & others—about calling Charles ‘a leader’” 406. Anne Morrow Lindbergh. Fantastic ALS signed

“Anne,” three pages, 5.5 x 8.5, March 8, 1977. Letter to journalist Alden Whitman of the New York Times, in part: “I remember at some point disagreeing with you—& others—about calling Charles ‘a leader.’ I don’t think he was or wanted to be ‘a leader.’ Leaders (like T. E. Lawrence, F.D.R. or Martin Luther King […]) want certain things: followers, influence, popularity, a movement behind them, political position etc. Charles really never wanted or went after any of these things. He had causes he advanced—but usually alone. He was much more of a Crusader than a leader...The other story I remember telling you was of his first contacts with Carrel, who was impressed by Charles’ scientific and technical curiousity [sic] and inventiveness. I was always very amused by hearing from an outside source of Carrel telling his two old friends...‘My friends, this world will hear from this young man someday!’ (This being a year or so after Charles’ Trans Atlantic flight.) This story illustrates the point I was making in my last letter that Charles was continually surprising people by breaking in a new role. It also illustrates what water-tight compartments scientists—and all of us—tend to live in.” In fine condition. Rife with excellent content about her husband’s inadvertent leadership and insatiable curiosity, this letter also mentions one of Lindbergh’s most frequently overlooked achievements—his collaboration with Nobel Prize–winning surgeon Alexis Carrel to invent the first perfusion pump, opening the door to future heart surgeries and organ transplants. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

407. Willy Messerschmitt. Ger-

man aircraft designer and manufacturer (1898–1978) whose planes were used extensively in combat. TLS signed “Messerschmitt,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, personal letterhead, December 10, 1941. Letter of condolences to the Chairman of the Board of DaimlerBenz, Wilhelm Kissel, on the death of his son Hans Werner. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a pencil notation in another hand, and some light scattered spots of foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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408. Chuck Yeager. Detailed composite 1/32 scale model of Yeager’s Bell X-1 rocket research plane, measuring 13˝ long, signed on the top of a wing in black felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original stand, a photo taken at the time of signing, and a printed description of the plane bearing a facsimile signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

409. Orville Wright. Fountain pen signature, “Orville Wright,” on an off-

white 2.75 x 1.25 clipped slip, with a collector’s notation, “Father of Aviation,” written below. In very good condition, with two trimmed corners, two small edge tears, paper loss to right edge, and mild adhesive remnants to lower portion (affecting the tip of a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

410. Orville Wright. The Winters National Bank check, 7.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, payable to Everybody’s Book Shop for $8.80, January 13, 1917. In fine condition, with two vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), expected bank notations, stamps, and cancellation holes (trivially affecting the tips of a few letters), and staple holes to upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Incredible Wright Brothers display, including a piece of the Kitty Hawk Flyer 411. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in an-

other hand and signed by Wright, payable to the Pennsylvania R. R. Co. for $25.95, April 5, 1930. Gorgeously presented with two important artifacts: a swatch of original Kitty Hawk Wright Flyer fabric from Wright Brothers’ employee Harvey D. Geyer; and a nickel turnbuckle from the World War I–era Wright B Flyers, presented to Louis P. Christman by Col. Edward Deeds for his work in restoring the 1905 Wright Flyer. All are handsomely matted and framed together with an image and plaque to an overall size of 15 x 19. In overall fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and slight show-through to the signature area from bank stamps to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Wilbur Wright photograph inscribed to the automaker who made his “success at Le Mans possible”

412. Wilbur Wright. Breathtaking matte-finish 5.75 x 7 crystal-clear portrait of Wright in a classic head-and-shoulders pose, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To my true friend Leon Bolles, whose warm sympathy and unfailing help made my success at Le Mans possible, my sincere thanks and best wishes. Wilbur Wright, Le Mans, 18 December ’08.” Affixed to a period 8.25 x 10.5 mount. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and scattered staining to mount.

In order to secure a contract for their Flyer with a private French syndicate, the Wrights had to complete several public demonstration flights to prove that their plane could fly a distance of at least 50 kilometers with a passenger. After a captivating series of 1908 flights in Le Mans, far surpassing the requirements of the French contract, Wilbur was joined by Orville, who had been giving similar demonstrations in the US. This stunning portrait is inscribed to Leon Bolles, a French automaker who accompanied Wright as a passenger at Le Mans during a flight of four minutes and nine seconds on October 5, 1908—newspaper reports emphasized that Bolles weighed in at a hefty 216 pounds, yet the plane remained agile. The following day, Wright broke his own record for longest flight with a passenger, remaining aloft for 1 hour 4 minutes 26 seconds. It was this flight that secured the contract with M. Lazare Weiller’s syndicate, awarding them a whopping $100,000. An extremely rare and absolutely stunning image of Wright with a great association to this important period in his career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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space 415. Mercury Astronauts. Col-

or glossy 14 x 11 doubleweight photo of the Mercury astronauts posing in front of an F-102 Air Force jet, signed in black felt tip by Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, and Wally Schirra. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

416. Mercury Astronauts.

Two items: a color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Mercury 7 crew, signed in black felt tip by Wally Schirra, John Glenn, Gordon Cooper, and Scott Carpenter; and a glossy 10 x 8 photo of Schirra and Carpenter in discussion, with Gus Grissom listening in the background, signed in blue felt tip by Schirra and Carpenter. Very subtle toning to first photo, and some surface marks to second photo, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

417. Scott Carpenter. Two signed manuals: a staple-bound Project Mercury Spacecraft Flight Operations Manual, 161 pages, 5 x 7, April 1, 1962, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Carpenter; and a manual entitled Results of the Second United States Manned Orbital Space Flight, 107 pages, 8 x 10.25, May 24, 1962, signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Carpenter. In overall fine condition, with some haloing to the signature on the operations manual. Precertified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

Awards presented for traveling over three million miles in space 418. Gordon Cooper. Two

certificates of achievement presented to Gordon Cooper after his Gemini 5 mission. A “Diplome de Record,” presented by the Federation Aeronautique Internationale, 14 x 10.5, for his world-record distance of 5,331,752 kilometers; and a certificate of record presented by the National Aeronautic Association, 12 x 15, for “Distance of Earth Orbit…3,312,997 Miles.” Bottom of each certificate is signed in black ink, “8 Days or Bust! Gordon Cooper Gemini 5.” Accompanied by four photos of Cooper posing with the certificates after signing. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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Uncommon “Gemini 8 Emergency Landing” cover

419. Gemini 8. Gemini 8 recovery cover with a stamped cachet honoring the two-man spacecraft and its emergency landing, signed in black ballpoint by Neil Armstrong and black felt tip by Dave Scott. The cover also bears a stamped address to the lower right. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

420. Richard Gordon.

Limited edition replica Gemini 11 flight plan, numbered 50/50, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Replica of the original flight plan flown on Gemini XI, 9/12–15/66, Richard Gordon.” The back cover also bears a label signed by the artist, Linda Gordon, Richard’s wife. In fine condition, with the edges of the emblem on the front slightly peeling away from the cover. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

421. Apollo 1. Four items pertaining to the Apollo 1 disaster, including a letter and three condolence cards. The letter is from William A. Drewes of the Astronaut Office in Houston, April 27, 1967, in part: “Mr. Slayton appreciates your extending condolences upon the deaths of Astronauts Grissom, White, and Chaffee. They were truly valiant men and we are most grateful for your thoughtful and kind words.” Includes cards from the families of each deceased astronaut acknowledging the condolences they received; the card from the Chaffee family is signed by his wife, Martha. In overall fine condition, with tears to filing holes on the letter. Starting Bid $200

422. Frank Borman. Fabulous 9.5 x 8 photo of Borman’s iconic photo taken

during Apollo 8, signed in silver ink, “And from the crew of Apollo 8, we close with goodnight, good luck, a merry Christmas and God bless all of you—All of you on the good Earth—Col. Frank Borman—Apollo 8 CDR,” adding below, “‘Human kind’s first view of Earthrise.’” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 11.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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423. Apollo 9. Printed poem flown on the Apollo 9 mission. The untitled

poem by John Evelyn is printed on a 4 x 3 sheet of parchment-type paper. Poem reads, “There is in friendship of all relations / and something above them all / It is the golden thread that ties the heart / of all the world.” Signed in black ballpoint, “Flown on Apollo 9, Rusty Schweickart.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

424. Apollo 9.

Official glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Apollo 9 Lunar Module ‘Spider’ as seen from the Command Module, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Jim McDivitt, and Rusty Schweickart. Reverse bears purple NASA caption text. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

425. Apollo 10. Unbound Apollo 10 flight plan manual entitled “Final Apollo 10 Flight Plan, AS-505/CSM106/LM-4,” 248 pages, 8.25 x 10.75, April 17, 1969, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “John Young” and “Tom Stafford, Apollo X, CDR.” Also signed on the second page by NASA administrators E. B. Pippert, Jr., T. R. Lindsay, and Bill Anderson, all signing beside their facsimile signatures. Housed in a modern three-ring binder. In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling to the cover, and tears to the uppermost binding holes. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

The First Lunar Landing: As Told by the Astronauts 426.

Apollo 11.

The First Lunar Landing booklet, 9 x 12, 25 pages, signed on the first page in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, in black felt tip by Michael Collins, and signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Jack Good, with best wishes, Buzz Aldrin.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling mostly confined to the covers, and a pricing label affixed to the lower right corner of the front cover. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500

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“With thanks for giving us the Apollo 11 descent procedures. They worked!”

427. Apollo 11. Fantastic vintage official color glossy 9.5 x 7 NASA photo of the crew in their white spacesuits, signed and inscribed during

the period (circa 1969–1970) in black felt tip, “To Chuck Lewis—With thanks for giving us the Apollo 11 descent procedures. They worked! Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” and “M. Collins.” Reverse bears purple NASA caption text and “A Kodak Paper” watermarks. In fine condition, with trimmed edges, the image a bit faded, and a trivial speck of surface loss to the lower left edge. An absolutely spectacular inscription on this highly sought-after vintage format.. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

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Armstrong, Aldrin, and von Braun lend their names to a large volume on the conquest of the moon 428. Armstrong, Aldrin, and von Braun. Signed book:

Moon: Man’s Greatest Adventure. NY: Harry N. Abrams, 1970. Hardcover with dust jacket, 12.5 x 15.5, 267 pages. Signed on the title page in ink and felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Harrison Schmitt, and Scott Carpenter, and by authors Wernher von Braun, Silvio A. Bedini, and Fred L. Whipple. Adjacent page features a large color image of Aldrin on the lunar surface, taken by Neil Armstrong, signed in blue ballpoint by Armstrong, and signed and inscribed ink black ink, “To Floyd Bekins, with best wishes, Buzz Aldrin.” Both signed pages are attractive and suitable for framing. Autographic condition: a few creases and edge tears to the detached signed pages, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: G-/G+. Book originates from the estate of Floyd R. Bekins, a member of the Bekins Van and Storage family, who was also interested in mining and geology and did some work for NASA. Several slips of paper are tucked into specific pages of the book which bear notations by Bekins identifying elements and minerals he believed to be present in the photos. An impressive piece linking the father of rocket science with the first two moonwalkers. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500

429. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of

Armstrong posing in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with mild toning to reverse and a light paperclip impression to the upper left. A highly desirable uninscribed example featuring an atypically bold signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

430. Neil Armstrong. Felt tip signature and inscription, “To ‘Roy-

Boy,’ with Best of Luck—Neil Armstrong, Apollo 11,” on a blue 7.25 x 10.5 sheet of embossed Eastern Airlines stationery. Intersecting folds passing through the signature and scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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433. Buzz Aldrin. Fantastic color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip, “We came in peace, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

434. Buzz Aldrin. Brad-bound Hand-

431. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of

Armstrong in his white space suit, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Kevin Dooley—Best Wishes—Neil Armstrong.” In very good condition, with irregular surface rubbing and staining to the shoulder area, the inscription very light from an apparent attempt at removal, and some brushing and skipping to signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

book of Lunar Soils, Part I: Apollo 11–15 handbook, 8.5 x 11, dated July 1983, 421 pages. Introduction states “The purpose of this handbook is to serve as a data base for the material properties of lunar soils. It is a resource for present and future sample investigators in selecting soil samples for detailed study, for investigators conducting syntheses studies, and for scientists and engineers designing manufacturing processes utilizing lunar soil.” Signed on the front cover in blue ink by Aldrin. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

Featuring his rare ‘formal’ signature 432. Neil Armstrong. Exceptionally desirable personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Armstrong, “Neil A. Armstrong,” payable to Lorian Trust for $2500, June 30, 1987. Pencil notation by Armstrong on the memo line reads, “All Interest.” In very fine condition. In 1973, Armstrong was president of Lorian, Inc., a business in Lebanon, Ohio, where he lived at the time. An uncommon and much sought-after form of Armstrong’s autograph. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

435. Buzz Aldrin. A diploma from Gustavus Adolphus College awarding Aldrin an honorary doctorate, one page, 8 x 6, May 28, 1967. In part: “The Board of Directors of Gustavus Adolphus College upon the recommendation of the Faculty and by the authority of the State of Minnesota has conferred the degree of Doctor of Science upon Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr.” Housed in an 8.5 x 6.5 presentation folder gilt-stamped with Aldrin’s name on the front. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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438. Richard Gordon. Limited

436. Buzz Aldrin. A diploma from Montclair State College award-

ing Aldrin an honorary doctorate, one page, 11 x 8.5, September 6, 1969. In part: “Montclair State College Upon the recommendation of the faculty and by virtue of the authority vested in the Board of Trustees hereby confers upon Edwin E. Aldrin, Jr., the degree of Doctor of Letters.” Housed in a 11.5 x 9.25 presentation folder. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

edition replica Apollo 12 flight plan, numbered 50/50, 8.25 x 10.5, signed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “Richard Gordon, CMP.” The back cover also bears a label signed by the artist, Linda Gordon, Richard’s wife. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

439. Richard Gordon. Limited edi-

437. Michael Collins. Official

color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Collins posing in his white space suit against a lunar background, signed in black felt tip, “Michael Collins, Apollo XI CMP.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

tion replica Apollo 12 Launch Operations Checklist, numbered 46/50, 6 x 8, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Replica of the original ‘Launch Operations Checklist’ flown on Apollo XII. Richard Gordon CMP.” The back cover also bears a label signed by the artist, Linda Gordon, Richard’s wife. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

440. Apollo 13 and 16. Collection of four pages of lunar charts, ranging in size from 26 x 24 to 39 x 27.5, including: an Apollo 13 first edition

LM Ascent Monitoring Chart; an Apollo 16 first edition Ascent Monitor Chart (LMA); and both sheets of the Apollo 16 first edition Lunar Orbit Science Contingency Flight Chart (LSC). Some small tears and toning to edges, otherwise overall fine condition. Rolled. Charts originate from the estate of a former assistant director of The Aeronautical Charts and Information Center. Starting Bid $200

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“I had the pleasure of carrying your flag to the moon and back” 441.

Apollo 15. Fantastic flown fabric American flag carried to the moon on Apollo 15, 5.75 x 4, affixed to a 9.25 x 11.25 presentation certificate signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. The certificate also bears an affixed embroidered Apollo 15 mission patch and a caption beneath the flag, “This flag was flown aboard the first extended scientific exploration of the moon.” Also includes an ALS by Jim Irwin, one page, 8 x 11.25, NASA letterhead, August 14, 1971, in full: “It was good to see you again. Hope you enjoyed the show! I had the pleasure of carrying your flag to the moon and back. This will authenticate that the enclosed flag flew to the moon on Apollo 15.” Matted and framed side-by-side with a clipped magazine photo of the launch to an overall size of 21.5 x 15.5. In fine condition, with toning to edges, and the signatures and Irwin’s writing just a shade light. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

“Carried to the lunar surface aboard the Lunar Module Falcon”— from the commander’s personal collection 442. Apollo 15. Uncommon

Apollo 15 postal cover, 6.5 x 3.75, numbered 4 of 400, carried to the lunar surface aboard the Falcon, signed in the lower left corner by crew members Dave Scott, Al Worden, and Jim Irwin. In fine condition. This particular cover comes from astronaut Dave Scott’s personal collection, and retains its original informational card insert. Accompanied by a one-page typed notarized certification, signed “Alfred M. Worden,” “David R. Scott,” and “James B. Irwin.” The provenance reads, in part: “Postal covers were carried aboard the Apollo 15 Mission, which postal covers were stamped and postmarked at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on the date of the launch, July 26, 1971, and carried aboard the Apollo 15 Spacecraft during the entire term of the Mission, to include landing on the moon and were returned to the Earth at the termination of the Mission on August 7, 1971…The postal covers were in the possession of one or more of the undersigned until 1972, at which time they were deposited with the United States Government…The undersigned have this date inspected Postal Cover No. 4, bearing NASA Serial No. 097, and aver, affirm and certify that said Postal Cover is a cover which was carried aboard the United States Lunar Mission—Apollo 15.” All three crew members have also added their initials to a small correction in the text. Also included is a two-page letter of authenticity signed by Dave Scott, which reads, in part: “I hereby certify that the postal cover No. 4 included with this letter was carried to the lunar surface aboard the Lunar Module Falcon.” Scott goes on to recall the controversial history of these covers and their eventual return to the Apollo 15 crew. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500 128 | April 15, 2015 | SPACE

444. Apollo 15. Two covers: an Apollo 15 launch day postal cover with a cachet of the mission insignia, signed in black felt tip by Dave Scott, James McDivitt, and Al Worden; and an uncancelled commemorative cover with an identical cachet, also signed in black felt tip by the full crew. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

445. Gene Cernan. Color satin-finish 20 x 16 photo of Cernan saluting the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip, “‘….We leave as we came, and God willing as we shall return, with peace and hope for all mankind. God speed the crew of Apollo XVII,’ Gene Cernan, Commander, Dec. 1972.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

446. Moonwalkers. Gorgeous color glossy 15 x 12 photo of the classic ‘Earthrise,’ signed in gold ink by one moonwalker from each of the Apollo missions that achieved a lunar landing, including: Buzz Aldrin (Apollo 11), Alan Bean (Apollo 12), Edgar Mitchell (Apollo 14), Dave Scott (Apollo 15), Charlie Duke (Apollo 16), and Gene Cernan (Apollo 17). Also signed by moon-orbiter Richard Gordon. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

447. Apollo Astronauts. Lightweight glossy reproduction of an official NASA Lunar Earthside Chart, 17 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Tom Stafford, Richard Gordon, Fred Haise, Edgar Mitchell, Al Worden, Charlie Duke, and Gene Cernan, each adding his mission below. In fine condition, with dings to edges. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Fred Haise stating that the print was signed for the benefit of the Infinity Space Center in Mississippi. All proceeds from the sale of this item will be donated to the Science Center. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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Celebrating firsts in flight 448. Astronauts. Limited-edition color 28

x 20 lithograph titled ‘Lindbergh Arrives Over Paris,’ commemorating the 50th anniversary of his historic flight, numbered 53/100, signed in black felt tip in the lower border by Neil Armstrong, Alan Shepard, James Lovell, and James H. Doolittle. Also signed by the artist, Robert E. Carlin. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

449. Apollo. Collection of seven pages of lunar charts, ranging in size from 34 x 10.5 to 41 x 13, including: a 1964 USAF Space Flight Simulator Instructor Chart; a 1968 first edition Spacecraft Weather Briefing Chart (NWB) 2; a 1969 second edition Deep Space Re-Entry Recovery Planning Chart (NDR); a 1969 first edition LM Descent Monitoring Chart—LMD (PDI to Landing); two 1969 first edition Apollo 12 Lunar Orbit Charts (ALO) prepared for different launch dates, November 14 and 16, 1969; and a 1973 first edition Apollo/Soyuz Test Project Prototype Earth Orbit Map. In overall fine condition. Rolled. Charts originate from the estate of a former assistant director of The Aeronautical Charts and Information Center. Starting Bid $200

450. Apollo. Collection of

seven pages of lunar charts, ranging in size from to 16.5 x 21 to 42 x 13.5, including: a 1962 Project Apollo Lunar Planning Chart; a 1967 second Apollo edition Apollo Mission Plotting Chart (AMP); a two-page 1967 first edition Apollo 4 Mission Chart (AMC) 4; a 1967 first edition Apollo 5 Mission Chart; and a two-page 1968 first edition Apollo 6 Mission Chart (AMC) 6. In overall fine condition. Rolled. Charts originate from the estate of a former assistant director of The Aeronautical Charts and Information Center. Starting Bid $200

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451. Walter Kapryan.

Launch director at Kennedy Space Center for the majority of the manned Apollo missions. Collection of five items, including: a large 22 x 17 chart labeled ‘AS 503 Space Vehicle Processing, Planning Only,’ signed in blue felt tip by Kapryan, noting that it is from his personal collection; an Apollo/Soyuz Mission Events card for July 15, 1975, signed at the top in black felt tip by Kapryan, noting that it is from his personal collection; a glossy 8 x 10 photo of Kapryan next to a Saturn V rocket, signed in black felt tip and noting that it is from his personal collection; a small unsigned photo of Kapryan and Conrad; and an unsigned Prelaunch Mission Operation Report for Apollo 14. Also includes a Gemini decal signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Guenter Wendt, who notes that it is from his collection. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

452. Voyager: Rutan and Yeager. A wonderful

display of three signed items and two associated artifacts: a flown limited edition postal cover carried on the Voyager’s around-the-world flight in December 1986, numbered 59/750, signed in black ink by Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager; a flown limited edition postal cover carried on the Voyager’s engineering test flight in July 1986, numbered 59/500, signed in black ink by Rutan and Yeager; a color glossy 19 x 15 photo of the record-setting aircraft, signed in black felt tip by Rutan and Yeager; a sample of Hexcel honeycomb of the type used to construct the Voyager; and a Teledyne Continental Motors Voyager engine plate. All are impressively matted and framed together to an overall size of 27.5 x 31.5. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by certificates of authenticity for the flown covers. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

453. Smilin’ Jack. Vintage collection of four original hand-inked three-panel Smilin’ Jack comic strips from early 1962, boldly drawn in pencil and ink on off-white artist’s cardstock, approximately 20.75 x 6.75, each stylistically signed within a panel, “Zack Mosley.” The four strips feature various stages during Lefty the astronaut’s mission into space, including a scene in which Lefty, after squeezing too hard on a food tube, picks “weightless blackberry-like clusters out the air,” and then says, “Quite a bit different from back on th’ farm…and maybe I’ll wish I were!” Three comic strips bear affixed correction blocks to the text; all feature blue crayon emendations by the artist or editor and are individually affixed with a small copyright panel removed from a newspaper. Two comic strips, dated January 23, 1962, and January 25, 1962, are matted and framed to an overall size of 26 x 20.75. In overall fine condition, with scattered soiling, and toning to worn edges. Oversized. Starting Bid $200

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455. Project Mercury. Attractive limited

edition presentation of flown fragments from the six manned Mercury program spaceflights, numbered 24/30, displayed in a 7 x 4 x 1 acrylic block above images of the associated launches. The swatches include parachute from Alan Shepard’s MR-3, film from Gus Grissom’s MR-4, heat shield from John Glenn’s MA-6, lanyard from Scott Carpenter’s MA-7, heat shield from Wally Schirra’s MA-8, and heat shield from Gordon Cooper’s MA-9. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

456. Liberty Bell. A limited edition presentation containing a 1.5˝ long segment of film from Liberty Bell 7’s pilot observation camera, recovered from the Atlantic Ocean on July 20, 1999, from a depth of 16,043 feet. Strip is housed in a triangular acrylic display, numbered 127/1000, with an image of the space craft and Gus Grissom, and two explanatory plaques on the reverse, stating that the film contained the only in-flight images of Grissom and the harrowing moments after splashdown, and was issued in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Grissom’s flight by the Kansas Cosmosphere. Starting Bid $200

457. Liberty Bell. Two mission-used artifacts from Liberty Bell 7: a limited edition presentation containing a flown 1.75˝ long segment of film from the pilot observation camera, housed between two images in an acrylic display numbered 521/1000; and three small pieces of missionused wire from the umbilical head that provided power to the spacecraft prior to launch, presented in a plastic capsule affixed to a certificate of authenticity from Ken Havekotte. In overall fine condition, with bends to the certificate. Starting Bid $200

Flown visual acuity test card with recorded crew info 458. Gemini 5. Flown eye test date card carried on board Gemini 5. Double-sided laminated card measures 1.5 x 2.5 and was for the “In-flight Visual Acuity Experiment S-8/D-13,” performed by Pete Conrad and Gordon Cooper. Conrad’s side of the card is filled out during the seventh revolution, one day and 15 minutes into the flight, with Conrad getting “8 wrong.” Cooper took the test on the same day, five minutes earlier than Conrad and got “12 wrong.” Card is presented on a 4.5 x 15.5 x 2.5 walnut base with informational plaques on both sides. Accompanied by an original NASA manual for the experiment, signed on the front cover in black ink, “Charles Conrad, Jr., Gemini V, Plt.” In fine condition. Also accompanied by a photocopy of an October 19, 1972, story from the Galveston Daily News about the card and the government’s investigation of the ownership. This represents one of the first attempts by the government to reclaim a flown artifact that was in the possession of an astronaut, in this case, Gordon Cooper, who gifted the eye chart to his friend. Any flown experiments, particularly with recorded data, are quite desirable. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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Star chart used during their “8 Days or Bust!” mission 459. Gemini 5.

Flown star chart carried on board the Gemini 5 mission. Chart measures approximately 9.75˝ in diameter and is labeled, “CF55062I Serial No. 54.” All major stars, planets, and constellations visible from orbit are plotted underneath a rotating translucent position locator and include the moon, Venus, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, the Sun, Virgo, and Libra. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Charles Conrad which reads, in part: “CF55062-1 Serial No. 54…was flown onboard Gemini 5 with Astronauts Charles P. Conrad and L. Gordon Cooper.” Cooper has also signed the certificate, “8 Days or Bust! Gordon Cooper, Commander Gemini V.” Also included is a photo of Cooper holding the chart and certificate. In fine condition. A rare navigational tool from an important Gemini mission. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

460. James Lovell. Flown double-sided flight plan update page carried on the Gemini 12 mission, 5 x 8, signed in black felt tip, “James Lovell, Gemini 12, CDR.” The page was removed from the Gemini 12 Procedures Manual, Part No. CF 55019, Serial No. 122. In fine condition. Accompanied by a data CD with provenance material including scans of every page of the flown manual. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

461. Apollo 9. Jim McDivitt’s star chart used for Apollo 9 training, folded to a size of 11 x 9.5, labeled at the top: “Apollo Mercator Star Chart, Nov 1, 1968.” The chart is taped into a loop and includes its translucent sleeve. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Novaspace ‘Jim McDivitt Garage Sale.’ Starting Bid $200

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Apollo 9 Robbins medal from a moonwalker’s personal collection 462. 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 3–13, 1969” and is serial numbered “146.” Medal is encapsulated in a plastic NGC holder and graded MS64. Medal is accompanied by the original case, labeled “146.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 9 silver medallion number ‘146’ 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 ‘146’ included with this letter has been in my personal collection since the mission.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

463. Jim McDivitt. Flown embroidered Apollo 9 mission patch, 3.5˝ in diameter, signed and flight-certified on the reverse in green felt tip, “Jim McDivitt, Flown on Apollo 9.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity from McDivitt, in full: “I certify that this 3.5˝ Apollo 9 embroidered mission patch was flown onboard Apollo 9 on her flight from March 3–13, 1969. It is from my personal collection.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

464. Apollo 11. A flown 1.5 x .5 swatch of Kapton foil from the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia’s thermal protection subsystem. Affixed to an 8.5 x 11 informational presentation sheet, hand-signed by Ken Havekotte, stating that it was removed after splashdown by O. W. Nasse, who was assigned to the Apollo 11 post landing and safety recovery team. Starting Bid $200

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Coveted flown Apollo 11 medallion #190, from the collection of moonwalker Dave Scott

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465. Apollo 11. Historic flown sterling silver Apollo 11 Robbins Medal, approximately 1.25˝ diameter, with a raised early design on the face

of the iconic Apollo 11 mission insignia, with the eagle carrying the olive branch in its beak. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved with the last names of astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins, along with the July 16, 1969, launch date; July 20, 1969, moon landing date; and July 24, 1969, return date. This medal is serial numbered “190.” Condition is mint state. Medal is accompanied by the original case, labeled “190.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott stating, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 11 silver medallion number ‘190’ included with this letter is from my personal collection and was flown aboard Apollo 11, July 16-24, 1969…After the mission, the Astronaut Office distributed the medallions accordingly. I specifically requested the Apollo 11 number ‘190’ included with this letter.” Remarkably scarce flight-flown mementos such as this—particularly one from man’s first step into a brave new world—are highly prized by collectors. Provenance: Dave Scott. Starting Bid $1000

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“Flown to the moon aboard Apollo XI, Buzz Aldrin”

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466. Buzz Aldrin. Flown Apollo 11 Beta-cloth patch, 3.5 x 3.5, signed and certified on the

reverse by Buzz Aldrin in blue ink, “Flown to the moon aboard Apollo XI, Buzz Aldrin.” In fine condition, with somewhat rough edges and a square spot of toning to reverse of emblem, just barely touching any writing. Accompanied by an 8.5 x 11 photograph of Aldrin holding this emblem, captioned, “Buzz Aldrin certifies flown emblem: 3/99.” A fantastic flown artifact from the first lunar landing, with handwritten confirmation and photographic evidence from the second man on the moon. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $500

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Exceedingly desirable Robbins from the last-minute Command Module Pilot 467. Apollo 13. Flown sterling silver

Apollo 13 Robbins medal, with a raised design of the mission insignia on the face, approximately 1.25˝ in diameter, engraved on the reverse with the launch date of April 11, 1970, and return date of April 17, 1970, encircled by the names of the astronauts in raised text. The medal is serial numbered “154.” Encapsulated in a plastic NGC holder and graded MS68, and noting that it originates from the collection of Jack Swigert. The Apollo 13 Robbins holds the distinction of being somewhat different than all of their other mission counterparts. Because of the last minute change to the crew—due to illness, Ken Mattingly was swapped out for Jack Swigert three days before launch—all of the flown medals were melted down and restruck with the names of the final crew. Starting Bid $500

Flown spare lightbulb assembly for Apollo 15’s Crewman Optical Alignment Sight 468. Apollo 15. Flown COAS Spare Light Bulb Assembly carried to the

lunar surface on board the Apollo 15 Lunar Module Falcon. Assembly measures 2 x 1.75, and consists of a small light bulb inside a housing which would be inserted into the COAS to illuminate the optical reticle used for docking alignment. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott, complete with images and diagrams of the assembly, in part: “I hereby certify that the Lunar Module COAS Spare Light Bulb Assembly included with this letter was carried aboard the Lunar Module ‘Falcon’ during Apollo 15…The Crewman Optical Alignment Sight (COAS) is an alignment aid that provides fixed line-of-sight attitude reference between the Lunar Module and the Command Module as well as the horizon (Earth and Moon) and stars… To ensure this capability during a mission, a spare bulb assembly was carried aboard the spacecraft…This LM COAS Spare Bulb Assembly has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” Starting Bid $1000

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“This special Apollo 15 patch has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth” 469.

Apollo 15.

Flown embroidered Apollo 15 mission patch, 4˝ in diameter, carried to the moon in the Apollo 15 Lunar Module Falcon, signed on the reverse in blue felt tip, “Dave Scott, ‘Falcon’ to Surface.” The extremely rare patch features “XV” embroidered in silver thread in the background, as well as the stylized initial “E” in black for designer Emilio Pucci. In fine condition, with the writing on the reverse difficult to read due to the texture. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dave Scott, in part: “I hereby certify that the Apollo 15 patch (with silver ‘XV’) included with this letter was carried to the surface of the Moon aboard the Lunar Module Falcon ‘Falcon’ during Apollo 15…Jim Irwin and I landed the lunar module ‘Falcon’ on the Moon between Hadley Rille and the Apennine Mountains…This special Apollo 15 patch has been in my personal collection since returning to Earth.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

LM Simulator 2 training checklist 470. Apollo 15. Training checklist used in Lunar Module Simulator 2, labeled at the top, “S-Band Antenna Angles, Descent REFSMMAT,” 2.25 x 7.5, consisting of a data table with many antenna angles listed. Bottom is labeled, “Apollo 15 Data, 9/14/71,” and reverse bears two pieces of Velcro. Moderate scattered toning to top, otherwise fine condition. The values on the card indicated the required orientation of the directional Unified S-Band High Gain antenna (relative to the onboard inertial platform) necessary to maintain signal lock during descent of the Lunar Module. Starting Bid $200

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471. Apollo 16. Star chart used for training Apollo 16 astronauts, 8.25˝ in diameter, depicting several constellations and their brightest stars. Overlaid with a spinning transparent sheet that features a set of six intricate orbit patterns. Chart is Velcroed to a clear 8.5 x 11.5 piece of plexiglass. In fine condition, with rust to small central bearing and a slight crease to transparent sheet. Starting Bid $200

Used in Lunar Module Simulator training

473. Apollo-Soyuz. Staple-bound Apollo-Soyuz Test Project flight

472. Apollo 16. Checklist used during training in the Lunar Module Simulator LMS-2, 2.5 x 3.25, dated November 12, 1971, consisting of columns of numbers. A block of toning to right side, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

plan, signed on the front cover in black ink and blue ballpoint by Tom Stafford, Vance Brand, and Deke Slayton. The manual is entitled “ASTP, July 15 Launch, Final Revision A Flight Plan,” 216 pages, 8 x 10.5, June 18, 1975. The plan provides general notes, charts and tables, nomenclature, detailed flight plan, post-separation orbital phase, summary timeline, astronomy experiment pads, and solar eclipse/ UVA checklist. Housed in a modern three-ring binder. Light toning and a small stain to the bottom edge of the front cover, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

Mission-critical pre-flight weather map carried into space 474.

Skylab I.

Flown world weather map, used in the prelaunch briefing for Skylab I, and carried on board the mission. Color map measures 38 x 13.75, with “Skylab Weather Briefing Chart (NWB) 3, Edition 1 July 1972,” printed in the border, and hand-done felt tip details of all major weather fronts, areas of rain, and high and low pressures done by a NASA employee, with multiple notations in the left and bottom borders. Signed in the right border, “Used at our pre-launch weather briefing and carried in the SL-2 CM during the Skylab I mission. Paul Weitz, PLT.” In fine condition, with previous storage folds. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Weitz, which states that this is “a flown world weather chart…that I chose to bring back to Earth upon completion of our mission…I have signed and inscribed the right edge of the map as flown and it has been in my personal collection since our mission during May and June of 1973.” Also included is a photo of Weitz holding the chart. Launch day preparation included a detailed briefing on the weather, not just of the immediate launch area, but of the entire world. This was necessary due to the possibilities of a launch abort, off-course flight path, or early re-entry, which could have placed the crew almost anywhere on the planet. Fortunately the chart was not needed, and Weitz and his crew spent 28 days in orbit. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $300

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475. Space Shuttle. Available to US bidders only. Multi-Layer

Insulation (MLI) Blanket with Beta cloth on one side and gold foil on the other, 30 x 2.5 x 1, part number “V070394066-068, 20614341033.” The blanket bears multiple “Scrap” stamps on the top and is painted dark red on the bottom. In fine condition, with scattered soiling and light wear. Starting Bid $200

476. Space Shuttle.

Available to US bidders only. Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) Blanket with Beta cloth on one side and gold foil on the other, 8.5 x 8.5 x 1.5, part number “V070 362167-015, 0CN-03933 J0056.” A small lanyard is attached to one of the grommets and the Beta cloth side bears multiple “Scrap” stamps. In fine condition, with scattered soiling and wear. Starting Bid $200

477. STS-6. Flown embroidered Space Shuttle Challenger STS-6

mission patch, 4.5˝ in diameter, affixed to a 10 x 8 certificate, reading: “This crew patch was flown during the maiden voyage of the Space Shuttle Challenger, STS-6, April 4–9, 1983.” Signed below in black felt tip, “Paul Weitz. This is from my personal collection.” Matted to an overall size of 12 x 10. In fine condition. Accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity from Weitz, in part: “This is to certify that the accompanying NASA presentation…includes a cloth mission patch that was indeed carried with me into space on…Challenger during STS-6.” Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

478. STS 51-B. Collection of flown weather reports and maps used on board the Challenger by Bob Overmyer during Shuttle mission 51-B. First, a three-page “L-O Latest Observed Weather,” report of various abort sites used during the mission, labeled at the top of the first two pages, “Overmyer,” with several notations to the bottom of the second page by Overmyer. Second, two identical 5 x 8 maps of French Polynesia. Next, two identical 5 x 8 maps of the southern portion of England, 5 x 8, both notated on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Overmyer. Fourth, a 9 x 4 cue card, labeled at the bottom, “All Veh/A,E/BAS 13,” detailing several procedures, with six swatches of Velcro affixed to the reverse. Finally, two identical 5 x 8 maps of a portion of southern Turkey. Accompanied by a handwritten letter of authenticity from Katherine Overmyer which reads: “This information was found in Bob’s flown file. In April 1985, while commanding the 51-B Challenger space shuttle, Bob recorded the wind temperatures at the abort sites. Included are maps and official cue cards.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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480. NASA. Limited edition presentation of six flown fragments representing historic steps in space exploration, numbered 14/25, displayed in a 7 x 4 x 1 acrylic block above associated images. The swatches include outer hull from a German V2 rocket, parachute from Alan Shepard’s MR-3, heat shield from Gemini 8, Kapton foil from Apollo 8, heat shield from Apollo 11, and Kapton foil from Apollo–Soyuz. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200 481. Positive Expulsion Tank. A Positive

479. NASA Safecase Gauge. Circular Safecase Master Test gauge, serial no. Z81747, 6.25˝ in diameter, made by the Marsh Instrument Company. Gauge is calibrated from 0 to 6000, has a NASA/ KSC label affixed to the face, and a NASA KSC Cleaned label, dated September 17, 1983, affixed to the glass cover. The two calibration seals on the reverse are worn, but remain intact. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Expulsion Tank fabricated from titanium with a helium pressurized Teflon bladder inside, measuring approximately 17˝ long and 9˝ in diameter. The top has a bracket engraved with serial numbers: “F 287117, S/N 2.” In very good condition, with soiling to the exterior. Starting Bid $200

482. Orlan EVA Space Suit Gloves. Pair of gloves for an Orlan EVA spacesuit, the left glove serial numbered [Cyrillic characters approximated] “rn-7K-11b-0350219” and the right hand serial numbered “rn-8K-1-0210120,” signed on the righthanded glove’s Velcro-close flap over the knuckles in black felt tip by Musa Manarov and dated 1991. The gloves measure 14˝ long and consist of an insulated nylon canvas outer surface and inner pressure glove with pebbled orange rubber palm and smooth green fingertips. Scattered soiling and staining to the unsigned glove, otherwise overall fine condition. Given the 1991 notation, these gloves would date to the Soyuz TM-11 mission on which Manarov served as Flight Engineer. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli. Starting Bid $200

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485. Mercury

486. Scott Carpenter

487. Scott Carpenter

488. Gordon Cooper

489. Gordon Cooper

490. John Glenn

491. Wally Schirra

492. Alan Shepard

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $100

Starting Bid $200

495. Apollo 9

496. James McDivitt

497. Rusty Schweickart

498. Tom Stafford

499. Apollo 11

500. Apollo 11

493. Wally Schirra

Starting Bid $200

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494. Apollo 8

Starting Bid $200

501. Apollo 11

502. Buzz Aldrin

Starting Bid $200

503. Buzz Aldrin Starting Bid $200

504. Buzz Aldrin and Frank Borman Starting Bid $200

505. Michael Collins

506. Charlie Duke

507. Apollo 12

508. Alan Bean

509. Alan Bean

510. Alan Bean

511. Fred Haise

512. Fred Haise

513. Gene Kranz

514. Edgar Mitchell and Jim Irwin

515. Alan Shepard

516. Alan Shepard

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

518. Jim Irwin

519. Apollo 16

520. Charlie Duke

521. Ken Mattingly

522. Apollo 17

523. Apollo 17

524. Gene Cernan and Ron Evans

517. Jim Irwin

Starting Bid $200

528. Soyuz 9

525. Gene Cernan

526. Harrison Schmitt

527. Deke Slayton Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

529. Apollo Lunar Module

530. Launch Control Center

531. Skylab Wives

532. Delta Clipper

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

533. SBS-3 Columbia

Starting Bid $200

535. Space Shuttle Discovery

536. Yuri Gagarin

537. Alexei Leonov

538. Valentina Tereshkova

539. Chesley Bonestell

540. Ed Hengeveld

541. Jeffrey Koterba

542. Jeffrey Koterba

543. Jeffrey Koterba

544. Jeffrey Koterba

545. Jeffrey Koterba

546. Joe Martin

547. Joe Martin

548. Gordon Purcell

Starting Bid $200

534. Shuttle Astronauts

Starting Bid $200

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art, architecture, & design

550. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi and Francis Hopkinson Smith. Nice pairing of signatures: an ink signature of the French sculptor who designed the Statue of Liberty, “For autograph, F. Bartholdi, N. Y. November 18th 1889”; and an ink signature of the artist, writer, and engineer who built the foundation for the Statue of Liberty, “With great pleasure, F. Hopkinson Smith, N. Y. Mch 5/94.” Elaborately triple-matted and framed with several images and a nameplate to an overall size of 31 x 21. In overall fine condition, with mild dampstaining to the far left edge of the mat. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized. Starting Bid $200

551. Marc Chagall. Full sheet of 15 stamps featuring ‘Gad’ from Chagall’s twelve tribes of Israel series, 9 x 7.5, signed in the upper border in blue felt tip, “Marc Chagall, 1977.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that this was formerly in the collection of Teddy Kollek, the charismatic mayor of Jerusalem. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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.

552. Henri CartierBresson. Unsigned

matte-finish 7.75 x 11.75 photo of the inside of a Chinese bus, bearing a photographer’s stamp on the reverse by “Henri Cartier-Bresson & Magnum Photos.” Light bends, creases, and corner tip dings, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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553. Henri CartierBresson. Unsigned

matte-finish 7.75 x 11.5 photo of children observing marching men, bearing a photographer’s stamp on the reverse by “Henri Cartier-Bresson & Magnum Photos.” Light bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

The French government attempts to seize the self-exiled artist’s paintings as payment for the Vendome Column 554. Gustave Courbet. French

painter (1819–1877) who was scorned for his rigid classical outlook. He was imprisoned and fined for his part in the destruction of the Vendome Column and later fled to Switzerland. ALS in French, signed “G. Courbet,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.5, July 2, 1874, Tour de Peilz [Switzerland]. Letter to friend and dealer Paul Pia, in full (translated): “As you wish I am giving you this painting at the price that you offer but it is rather long in my situation. Above all to reduce as an advance what I owe you up to now on that purchase cost and on the Margerot sale. Concerning the Oran painting assert against seizure that you own this painting, and give me a letter in exchange. I just wrote to Margerot, I wait until you have this money brought to me while I am telling him that he pays me integrally. I owe him clothing. My lawyer won on the seizures that had been done dubiously now I will pay the column at my leisure, they are going to make new ones, but they can search many things at your house and ones of friends. You saw that Felix Pyat has restored honors by knocking over the Vendome Column on his own it is fine with me.” A short ink notation in another hand is written at the top of the first page, indicating that the letter regards “purchase of painting the Bridge of St. Sulpice…fr[ancs] 220 or 27 thousands.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and foxing. After the toppling of the Vendome Column during the Paris Commune in 1871, which was spearheaded by Gustave Courbet, president of the Federation of Artists and elected member of the Commune, the artist was sentenced to six months in prison and a fine of 500 francs for his role in the destruction. Two years later, when newly elected president Mac-Mahon decided to resurrect the monument, Courbet was again singled out and condemned to pay the expenses of rebuilding, estimated at 323,000 francs, in yearly installments of 10,000 francs. Unable to pay, he exiled himself to Switzerland, where he would live out his final years. To avoid the seizure of his paintings as payment to the state, Courbet arranged dummy sales of his works through fellow exiled Frenchman Paul Pia, who had opened an art supply store and gallery in Geneva. Pia featured a prominent display of Courbet’s work, frequently selling pieces on commission (and occasionally without the permission of the artist). A remarkable letter regarding the consequences of his most famous act of destruction, leading to sneaky sales and “dubious seizures” of his work for years to come. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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555. Salvador Dali.

Scarce DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 22, 1968. Dali agrees to a Music Images commission to “paint a watercolor to be used primarily as a cover of a long playing record…featuring Los Ninos Cantores,” for a fee of $5,000. Signed at the conclusion by Dali, “Salvador Dali,” and countersigned by Music Images vice president Manheim Fox. Full Dali signatures are uncommon, as the artist typically signed only his last name. In fine condition, with slight scattered creasing and expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

556. Salvador Dali. Color 8.75 x

11.75 book photo of Dali’s 1940 surrealist work entitled ‘Slave Market with the Apparition of the Invisible Bust of Voltaire,’ prominently signed in person in the lower right in blue felt tip. Light dampstaining to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Casting harsh criticism on the Salon: “There are still some good paintings but they are rare” 557. Charles Francois D a u b i g n y.

Painter of the Barbizon school considered an important precursor of Impressionism (1817–1878). ALS in French, signed “C. Daubigny,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, no date. Letter to painter Louis-Augustin Auguin, offering compliments for his two paintings and continuing (translated): “I am very wild and am now no longer on the panel. I was often in conflict with colleagues and cliques of the institute and the school, so that I broke…with the official artistic side. They are absurd regulations castrating the bold. It must be painted in a way to be received. They opposed this time…the bulk of the paintings in the exhibition…well there are still some good paintings but they are rare.” Several lines in another hand have been penned at the conclusion. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, a small tear to the upper right corner, and light show-through from writing to opposing sides. This letter may refer to Daubigny’s tumultuous relationship with the Salon, where he first served as a juror in 1865 but resigned in protest when Pissarro and Cezanne’s works were rejected. This pattern would continue throughout the years—he resigned again in 1870 after one of Monet’s submissions was declined, and did the same in 1875 after becoming frustrated with the Salon jury’s rigid standards. Excellent content from one painter to another, remarking on his own artistic taste and touching upon the infighting in the French artistic world. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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The bookends of Impressionism 558. Edgar Degas. Important French painter and sculptor (1834–1917) regarded as

one of the founders of Impressionism. ALS in French, signed “Degas,” one page, 4.25 x 5.5, January 14, 1908. Letter to Madame du Puigaudeau, the wife of painter Ferdinand du Puigaudeau. In full (translated): “I would have answered sooner to your good letter but it’s been more than two weeks that I’ve been sick and I can barely get up. A good year to the three of you.” Addressed on the reverse in Degas’s hand. In fine condition. Ferdinand du Puigaudeau, known for his vibrant portrayals of twilight landscapes, was a close friend of Degas and classed with the post-Impressionists. An excellent association between friends and contemporaries working during these important artistic movements. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Duchamp recommends a Belgian Surrealist to the Guggenheim and MoMA 559. Marcel Duchamp. ALS in

French, one page both sides, 5.75 x 7.75, November 14, 1962. Letter to his friend and fellow artist Marcel Marien, telling him to write to two key figures of the New York museums. In part (translated): “Regarding Mr. Messer he awaits your letter and you will likely be asked to come and see: Mr. Messer, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Fifth Avenue at 89th Street, New York NY. Regarding Mr. Seitz he will answer your letter if you write it: Mr. Seitz, Museum of Modern Art, 11 West 53rd street, New York City.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Duchamp’s hand. Marcel Marien (1920–1993) was a Belgian surrealist writer, essayist, poet, and editor, but also a photographer, filmmaker, and creator of collages and unusual objects. This letter presents a number of outstanding associations in the modern art scene—Thomas Messer was the longtime director of the Guggenheim Museum, serving for 27 years from 1961 to 1988 (thus far the longest tenure of any director of the city’s major art institutions). Seitz was the curator of the Department of Painting and Sculpture Exhibitions at the Museum of Modern Art from 1960 to 1970; he was both a studio artist and historian, bridging the divide between academic criticism and the practice of studio art. He was largely responsible for raising the study of contemporary art to an academic discipline. Marien only lived in New York for a single year, and in 1963 set out for Communist China to work as a translator on the French edition of the magazine China Under Construction. A truly exquisite and historically intriguing piece connecting the movers-and-shakers of the art world during this period. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Busy constructing his eponymous Tower 560. Gustave Eiffel. LS in French, signed “G. Eiffel,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, personal letterhead, April 18, 1888. Untranslated letter declining a request to work on a project. Handsomely triple-matted and framed with the original mailing envelope, two images, and nameplate to an overall size of 28.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and filing and staple holes to the left edge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. The Eiffel Tower was under construction at the time of this letter, its legs and base essentially complete in anticipation of its unveiling at the 1889 Exposition Universelle. Oversized. Starting Bid $200

The extremely influential Belgian painter 561. James Ensor. Belgian painter and printmaker (1860–1949) who was

an important influence on expressionism and surrealism. Rare ALS in French, one page, 5.5 x 3.5, July 6, 1897. Letter is written to a fellow artist, inviting him to join the general assembly of the Ostende Circle of Fine Arts. Signed at the conclusion by Ensor, Felix Buelens, and one other. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

562. Albert Gleizes. French artist, theoretician, philosopher, and self-proclaimed founder

of Cubism (1881–1953). ALS in French, one page, 5 x 6.75, June 6, 1928. Untranslated letter to Henri Serouya, specialist in Middle Eastern and oriental studies, informing him that he will be in Paris for a few weeks, and discussing some photos he had previously given Serouya. In very good condition, with overall creases and a small stain to the signature area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Outstandingly rare document confirming the master Russian craftsman’s “head trusted man”

563. Karl Faberge. Russian jeweller (1846–1920) best known for the famous Faberge eggs made of precious metals and gems. Scarce DS in Russian, signed in Cyrillic, “K. Faberge,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, March 11, 1916. Letter to Otto Ottovich Bauer. In full (translated): “This is to confirm that I invited you to take the position of the head trusted man of my business concern for 5 years, beginning from May 1st of this year, 1916, ending May 1st of 1921, provided that you accept responsibility for fulfilling all assignments given by me to you, according to position held by you, on the following terms: 1. To remunerate you for your work, you will receive payment in amount of eighteen thousand Rubles per year, payable to you monthly at the rate of one thousand five hundred Rubles; 2. You have the right to take up to six weeks of vacation per year; 3. I take upon myself the payment of income tax that you might be liable to due to your employment; 4. In case of early termination through no fault of your own, I will pay you the compensation for the period of this term at the rate of eighteen thousand Rubles per year; in of the event you stop working for me at your own volition before the end of the term, you’re obliged to inform me of this in writing at least six months in advance with your com-

pensation at the rate of eighteen thousand Rubles per year payable from me to you in this case for one year, counting from the day you leave your employment with me, and this agreement becomes void; 5. This agreement is binding for my successors, and in the event this enterprise that belongs to me is transformed into joint-stock corporation, it is binding for the corporation; 6. I undertake to cover expenses of executing this agreement and stamp duty.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered foxing, and small edge tears. This letter outlines the terms for Bauer, who had served as Faberge’s chief accountant and proxy since 1898. As a result of the outbreak of World War I, the mass conscription of craftsmen and workers combined with a waning demand for high-end luxury items led the House of Faberge to begin producing more practical copper articles for sale, as well as war material for the defense of the nation, including military equipment, grenades, and syringes. Bauer is believed to have later stolen and hidden an estimated twenty boxes of Faberge items, including the company’s books and records. A scarce letter written during Russia’s most tumultuous period from one of the greatest craftsmen of all time. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Rare set of watercolor illustrations for her beloved Book of Games

564. 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 $300

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“I certainly would recommend to you to read my own book ‘Scope of Total Architecture’” 5 6 5 . Wa l t e r Gropius. Highly

influential Germa n arch i te ct (1883–1969) who founded and designed the Bauhaus and whose other important buildings include the Harvard Graduate Center in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the Pan Am Building in New York City. Letter to Mrs. Harry Thomson, in part: “I suggest that you may keep in touch with The Museum of Modern Arts in New York. The whole mentality of that Museum mirrors very much my own approach in architecture…The Museum publishes many books on various problems of this field, but I certainly would recommend to you to read my own book ‘Scope of Total Architecture’ in which I touch many of the modern problems, particularly from my experience as an educator at Harvard.” In fine condition, with trivial creasing to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

566. Childe Hassam. Painter

(1859–1935) who helped introduce Impressionism to Americans, best known for his urban and coastal scenes. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, March 14, 1910. Letter to Mrs. Young. In full: “You can understand that I have to keep a record of my things that are out. The price of the ‘Laurel’ is 3,000 and when I get it back here it will be 3,500. You can take the things on this St. Louis exposition, etc., but after that I must have the ‘Laurel’ back here. It is an important canvas and it has been lost in the West long enough.” Scattered toning and a chip to the lower right corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

567. Jozef Israels.

Prominent 19th-century Dutch painter (1824– 1911). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Gravenhage, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Jozef Israels, Haag (Holland) 11 Marz 1904,” adding a Dutch sentiment above his signature. In very good condition, with silvering and surface impressions to image, small ink notation to lower border, and mounting and adhesive remnants to reverse, as well as a couple ink notations to bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Kandinsky’s art honored in a special edition 568. Wassily Kandinsky. Pioneering Russian artist (1866–1944) who takes a place among the seminal figures in the development of abstract art. Scarce TLS in French, signed “Kandinsky,” one page on a 6 x 4 postcard, July 30, 1933. Letter to Andre de Ridder, requesting copies of the issue of ‘Selection’ devoted to his artwork. In part (translated): “I have not received the books. Would you be so kind to let me know when you send a copy on Holland directly to my address…And finally the ex 20. to Mr. Grohmann? I would be grateful…P.S. Please fix the address of Mr. Prof. Dr. Alois Schardt on the list I gave you, this is no longer Halle, but Berlin, National Gallery, where he is now Director.” A diagonal crease to the lower left, otherwise fine condition. Andre de Ridder was the editor of the Belgian periodical ‘Selection,’ which published a special issue on Kandinsky in July 1933. The “Mr. Grohmann” referenced is Will Grohmann, an important art critic and author of a book on Kandinsky who also contributed to the issue of ‘Selection.’ An exceedingly desirable letter directly concerning his work. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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From the Bauhaus, “Professor Klee” explains he must “concentrate right now on my production and put everything else to one side” 569. Paul Klee. Important Swiss-German artist

(1879–1940) whose works incorporate a number of the most influential movements of the day, including Surrealism, Expressionism, and Cubism. ALS in German, signed “Klee,” one page, 4 x 5.75, May 18, 1929. In part (translated): “My wife, who usually helps me with these kind of things, will return today. Please be a little bit patient, because I not only receive many letters and am very busy, but I also have to concentrate right now on my production and put everything else to one side that is not important.” Addressed on the reverse in Klee’s hand, incorporating his name in the return address area, “Professor Klee, Dessau.” In fine condition, with uniform toning and light soiling at the top. At this time Klee was a professor at the Bauhaus in Dessau, where he and Wassily Kandinsky played a definitive role in the advancement of modern art. Klee would celebrate his fiftieth birthday in December 1929, an occasion marked by several exhibitions of his work worldwide. His comment on concentrating on his work is especially notable as this became one of his most prolific periods, painting such masterpieces as ‘Fire in the Evening,’ ‘Highways and Byways,’ ‘Uncomposed Objects in Space,’ and ‘Strong Dream’ in 1929. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“My Fear is Your Fear” 570. Glenn Ligon. Limited edition 9 x 12 silkscreen print on black wove paper, “My Fear is Your

Fear,” numbered 313/325, signed in the lower right by the artist, “Glenn Ligon.” Some creasing to the upper right edge and corner, and a much lighter crease passing through a portion of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Born in the Bronx in 1960, Ligon is a noted conceptual artist whose work explores race, sexuality, and language, often employing intertextuality to engage with other works of art. His work is held in institutions including the Guggenheim Museum, MoMA, Tate Modern, and the White House collection. This 1995 print comes from a relatively early period of his career, and the consignor notes that he received this as a gift from Ligon while working on a committee in an advocacy group for artists with AIDS. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

571. Joan Miro. Signed book: Miro. Later printing. NY: Crown Publishers, 1963. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.75 x 7, 141 pages. Signed on the reverse of the half-title page, “Miro!” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: G-/VG-. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Neatly penned from his Giverny garden 572. Claude Monet. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, Giverny par Vernon letterhead, May 21, 1918. Letter to Dominique Vecchini. In part (translated): “I am sending you the enclosed money order of 2. F 50 dated the 21 March. Unfortunately my preoccupations made me forget.” In fine condition, with a trivial spot of soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Monet’s hand. Monet’s house, gardens, and workshop were in Giverny, where he accomplished his series of famous water lily paintings. These were the main focus of his artistic production during the last thirty years of his life and remain some of his popular pieces today. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Intimate candid between Picasso and his greatest muse

573. Pablo and Jacqueline Picasso. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of Picasso and Jacqueline relaxing at a table, signed and inscribed on the reverse in pencil to Picasso’s longtime friend and housekeeper Ines Sassier, “Pour Ines, Picasso, Cannes le 9.5.57,” and “Pour la Jolie Doña Ines, Jacqueline.” Reverse also bears a “Photo Delille” inkstamp. In fine condition. Picasso found in Jacqueline Roque not only his second wife, but also his greatest artistic muse. He painted over four hundred portraits of her throughout their two decades together—far more than any other subject—providing a unified, progressive body of work that wonderfully showcases his increasingly abstract style over the last years of his life. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Realist sketch from the cubist master

574. Pablo Picasso. ALS in pencil in Spanish, signed “Picasso,” one page on the reverse of a 12.5 x 9.25 menu, no date. Picasso writes to thank his friend for sending him some socks, sketching a sock at the bottom. He also writes that he is with “Minuni,” a bullfighter whose hospital expenses had been paid by Picasso after seeing him injured in the ring. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light creases and soiling, and a couple spots of dampstaining to the top edge. A large, impressive letter featuring an original sketch by one of the most famous artists of the 20th century. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

575. Pablo Picasso. Large red pencil signature, “Picasso,” on an off-white 7.25 x 10 sheet bearing affixed images of the artist playing a guitar and a painting. Affixed to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Redoute’s famous ‘Roses’ 576. Pierre-Joseph Redoute. Painter and botanist from the Southern Netherlands (1759–1840), known for his watercolors of roses, lilies, and other flowers at Malmaison. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Redoute,” with four additional words in his hand, one page, 7 x 9.25, March 1, 1821. A detailed receipt for several copies of his famous works on “Roses” on consignment with the prominent imperial bookstore Treutel & Wurtz. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Irony in a letter to a subject of his 1881 ‘Luncheon of the Boating Party’— “Impossible for me to have lunch” 577. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. ALS in French, signed “A. Renoir,”

one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date but likely circa 1880s. Letter to art critic and collector Charles Ephrussi. In part (translated): “Impossible for me to have lunch. I’m at Versailles, but as I know that you do not go until tonight, I would like to shake your hand before your departure. I will come between 5 and 6:30.” In very good condition, with overall toning and foxing, and a few small chips to edges. Renoir was actively selling to Ephrussi, an important patron of the Impressionists, during the early to mid 1880s. He has been identified as one of the subjects of Renoir’s famous 1881 painting ‘Luncheon of the Boating Party,’ portrayed in the background as a man in a top hat. A great letter of artistic significance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Renoir authenticates his ‘Girl in the Yellow Hat’ 578. Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Exquisite matte-finish 6.25 x 10.5 photographic print of Renoir’s 1885 painting entitled ‘Girl in the Yellow Hat,’ signed in the lower border black ink, “Renoir.” Lower border also bears official certification stamps in French signed by the mayor of Cagnes-sur-Mer, to authenticate Renoir’s signature, adding the date of January 10, 1911. Matted to an overall size of 11 x 15.5. Some scattered surface marks and mild foxing to the lower border, otherwise fine condition. A nice example of one of the Impressionist’s portraits. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

The famed sculptor writes to the Belle Epoque composer 579. Auguste Rodin. ALS

in French, signed “Rodin,” one page, 4 x 6.25, no date. Letter to composer Charles Gounod. In full (translated): “I knew that it was on the 20th and I thought the 20th was Thursday…I send you the enclosed card to prove my truthfulness.” In fine condition. A desirable piece of correspondence between two persons of note. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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On the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and Gustave Moreau 580. Georges Rouault. ALS

in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. In part (translated): “The souvenirs you requested regarding the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and on G. Moreau and others…I would like you to send me a card preferably before the end of the day so I can give them to you personally…I am leaving Paris for a while.” He adds a postscript at the conclusion: “If you would prefer to keep the originals you can do this on the condition that it would be very exact copies and reviewed very carefully.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Rouault studied under Gustave Moreau, a leading Symbolist painter, at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts and became one his favorite students. An interesting artistic association. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

“In 1924 I illustrated A. A. Milne’s ‘When We Were Very Young’ and 2 years later ‘Winnie the Pooh’” 581. Ernest Shepard. ALS signed “Ernest H. Shepard,” one page, 5.25 x 7,

October 26, 1967. Letter to Evelyn Byrne, in part: “I am indeed glad to know of the success of your venture and I hope that your new book will meet with great success. By all means reprint my letter. I am particularly pleased to know that schools, parents and teachers showed such interest. I am returning you the typescript of my letter and, as you will see, have added something that may be of interest to you personally.” In fine condition. The aforementioned typescript is included, and bears a lengthy handwritten postscript, in part: “I started working for ‘Punch’ when I was 26 and fifteen years later, when I came back from 3 years service as a gunner in the 1914 war, I was elected to the Punch ‘Table’ staff. In 1924 I illustrated A. A. Milne’s ‘When We Were Very Young’ and 2 years later ‘Winnie the Pooh’ followed by ‘Now We Are Six’ and ‘The House at Pooh Corner.’” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope (addressed in Shepard’s hand), and a photocopy of the original letter sent to Byrne. Byrne ran a program at New York City’s Elizabeth Barrett Browning Junior High School where she asked major literary and artistic figures for recollections of what books inspired them; some responses were published in the 1971 book Attacks of Taste. Fine content from the influential children’s illustrator about the books that inspired him as a young boy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Madrid’s Royal Palace artisans 582. Francesco Sabatini. Neoclassical architect (1722–1797) who worked on projects in Spain including the Royal Palace of Madrid, Puerta de Alcala, San Francisco el Grande Basilica, and Plaza Mayor. ALS in Spanish, signed “Fran’co Sabatini,” one page, 8 x 11.75, March 27, 1770. Letter to Secretary Miguel de Muzquiz announcing the death of the painter Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Sabatini and Tiepolo both worked on the Royal Palace of Madrid, with Sabatini working on a large expansion of the palace and Tiepolo painting ceiling frescoes in three of the rooms, including the throne room at the behest of King Charles III. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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583. Philipp von Stosch. Notable Prussian anti-

quarian, art dealer, and collector who lived in Rome and Florence (1691–1752). ALS in French, one page both sides, 7.25 x 8.5, no date but circa 1750. Letter to a baron. In part (translated): “You are right, Monsieur, calling the Princesse Borghese the most elegant lady of Italy. I know her since her early life and ecclesiastical history claims that cardinal Alexander and I, friends of her mother, have contributed much in forming her mind…Baron de Thun is still living here…He has a good cook and meets his Chanteuse who lives in the neighborhood…He does much better than many other foreigners, who make love to the ladies and lose their time and money.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall foxing, and a bit of showthrough from writing to opposing sides. Accompanied by a later collector’s handwritten descriptions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The major Dutch artist’s priestly portrait 584. Jan Toorop. Dutch-Indonesian painter (1858–1928) who worked in various styles, including

Symbolism and Art Noveau. ALS in Dutch, signed “J. Th. Toorop,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, July 10, 1913. Untranslated letter concerning arrangements for his portrait of the Flemish priest and author Hugo Verriest. Toorop wants to visit his correspondent on Saturday, July 19, and hopes to begin drawing two days later. In fine condition. Accompanied by two contemporary poems signed by Joann Kat, one inscribed to Jan Toorop. The board of the Amsterdam Catholic artist’s society ‘De Violier’ commissioned Toorop to make the portrait. Verriest was especially notable for his political activism, especially in the Flemish Movement as an advocate for emancipation and greater autonomy of the Belgian region of Flanders, for protection of the Dutch language, and for the protection of Flemish culture and history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

585. Maurice de Vlaminck. French artist (1876–1958) and a

member of the Fauvists, his work is typically marked by bold colors and eccentric brushwork. ALS in French, signed “Vlaminck,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.25, December 22, 1957. Untranslated letter to a clergyman regarding an art book. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The French WWI painter returns from the eastern Front 586. Felix Vallotton. Painter and printmaker associated with Les Nabis (1865–1925) considered an important figure in the development of the modern woodcut. ALS in French, signed “F. Vallotton,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, June 25, 1917. Letter to a military man at the front during World War I. In part (translated): “Here is the brassard which was entrusted to me with many thanks. My hounded departure tomorrow morning keeps me from seeing you again and I am sorry. Everything went well and all the officers I was involved with were very nice…It’s time for me to go if I want to exhibit something that has form.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light toning. Verdun was on his way home after making an official visit to the Eastern Front with the task of portraying the war, an undertaking sponsored by the the Ministere des Armees. He completed fourteen paintings which were exhibited, along with those of other artists sent on missions to the front, in a show in October 1917 called ‘Peintres aux Armees.’ It was this trip that inspired one of his most famous paintings, ‘Verdun,’ an uncharacteristically abstract and geometric piece representing the clash of warfare on a battlefield devoid of human life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

587. Giovanni Volpato. Italian engraver, excavator, dealer in antiquities, and manufacturer of biscuit porcelain figurines (1735– 1803). ALS in Italian, signed “Gio. Volpato,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 11, September 7, 1767. Untranslated letter to Giambattista Remondini at Bassano. Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page in Volpato’s hand. Heavy show-through from writing to opposing sides affecting the signature area, and some foxing and staining to the top of the letter, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Oversized schematic for Wright’s ‘Prairie Style’ home, annotated and given to Mumford 588. Frank Lloyd Wright. Exceptional German lithograph, 23 x 14, titled in German [translated here], ‘Perspective View of House in its Landscape in Springfield, Ohio, for Burton,’ with Wright’s handwritten pencil notations at the top, “Tri-dimensional Surface and Wall—(The Interior outwardly expressed) NEW. Walls are screens, roof uninterrupted planes. Offering in Europe 1910.” Doublematted to an overall size of 28.5 x 21. In fine condition, with subtle scattered foxing. The house depicted is the Burton Westcott House, built in 1904–05 and considered a significant example of Wright’s ‘Prairie Style’ houses. With Wright’s abstruse commentary at the top, he notes that the diagram is “tri-dimensional,” that is, shown in plan, section, and elevation, and that the “interior is outwardly expressed,” meaning that the interior function can be inferred by exterior design. Wright’s architecture grew popular in Germany, and the publisher Ernst Wasmuth released a two-volume lithograph portfolio of his designs—the first publication of Wright’s work anywhere in the world. This example comes from the Wasmuth portfolio that Wright annotated and gave to his longtime friend (and sometimes enemy) critic Lewis Mumford, who was noted for his study of cities and urban architecture. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Planning the world-famous Guggenheim 589. Frank Lloyd Wright. DS, one page, 8.5 x 14, City of New York Department of Housing and Buildings letterhead, February 13, 1957. An amendment to the plans of his tremendously famous creation, the Guggenheim Museum on Fifth Avenue. In part: “In lieu of the original design bearing condition, which is 5 ton soil, approval is requested of a substitute bearing condition at Column L-5, which is a concrete foundation of a prior building on the site. The concrete foundation is 6’ x 12’ x 8’ deep resting on rock. Column L-5 would be centered on the foundation as shown on the sketch.” Under the typed amendment is a sketch of the proposed amendment to the column, done in another hand. Boldly signed near the top in fountain pen by Wright. In very good condition, with two punch holes to top corners, small areas of paper loss and small tears to edges, and scattered creases. Accompanied by a color 16.5 x 14 copy of Wright’s drawing of the plans for the Guggenheim Museum. The cylindrical building would be Wright’s last—and arguably most well-known—work, as he passed away just six months before the museum opened its doors to the public. A magnificent document related to this landmark work of 20th-century architecture. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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A personal gift from Andrew Wyeth

590. Andrew Wyeth. Exceptional color 24.25 x 12.5 print entitled ‘Wood Stove,’ signed in the lower border in fountain pen by Wyeth. Nicely matted and framed in its period frame to an overall size of 31 x 20. In fine condition. The print was originally given as a gift to Maine legislator John Knight on the day he gave Wyeth an award from the state, and is accompanied by a letter of provenance and framed photograph of the ceremony. A beautiful signed print with an interesting history. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Posing with four of his iconic sitters, including the subject of ‘Christina’s World’ 591. Andrew Wyeth. Remarkable matte-finish 9.25 x

7.25 photo of Wyeth posing with four of his most important Maine sitters: Christina Olson, subject of the painting ‘Christina’s World’; Ralph Cline, subject of ‘The Patriot’; Waino Matson, subject of ‘The Sexton’; and Forrest Wall, subject of ‘Man from Maine.’ The photograph was taken in the early 1960s by Jim Moore, who frequently photographed Wyeth. Matted and framed in its original frame to an overall size of 14.75 x 11.75. In fine condition, with some trivial soiling to the mat and small chips to the frame. An unusual and artistically important piece. Starting Bid $200

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“The two writers I enjoy most and still do are Robert L. Stevenson and Henry D. Thoreau” 592. Andrew Wyeth. ALS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, February 9, 1966. Letter to Evelyn Byrne, in full: “Many thanks for your nice letter. Please tell your students that the two writers I enjoy most and still do are Robert L. Stevenson and Henry D. Thoreau—Mr. Stevenson wrote about drama and Nature with great poems—and Mr. Thoreau wrote deep personal accounts of his looking in Nature.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive soiling to the signed page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, written in Wyeth’s hand. Byrne ran a program at New York City’s Elizabeth Barrett Browning Junior High School where she asked major literary and artistic figures for recollections of what books inspired them; some responses were published in the 1971 book Attacks of Taste. Wyeth grew up with the tales of Robert Louis Stevenson as illustrated by his own famous father, N.C. Wyeth, who counted Treasure Island and Kidnapped among his finest works of classic illustration. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

593. Andrew Wyeth. Color MOMA postcard depicting Wyeth’s 1948 masterpiece ‘Christina’s World,’ 6 x 4.25, signed in the lower right in ballpoint, “Andrew Wyeth.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

594. Andrew Wyeth. Two hardcover limited editions, each signed on the colophon in black ink by Andrew and Betsy James Wyeth; both

editions are limited to 200 copies, and both are unnumbered. First, Wyeth at Kuerners, Boston, Houghton Mifflin, 1976; and second, Christina’s World, Boston, Houghton Mifflin, 1982. Autographic conditions: fine. Book conditions: VG+/None. A highly desirable set from the iconic American realist. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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595. Ansel Adams and Charles Wilson Peale

Starting Bid $200

597. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi

598. Leonard Baskin

599. Andre Dunoyer de Segonzac

600. Charles Garnier

601. Robert Indiana

602. Carl Larsson

603. Marie Laurencin

604. Henry Moore

605. Grandma Moses

606. Gerald Murphy

607. Norman Rockwell

608. Richard Rogers

609. Napoleon Sarony

610. Stanford White

Starting Bid $200

596. Artists

Starting Bid $200

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comic art & animation 611. Cartoonists. Collection of eleven items, including one clipped magazine comic signed in black felt tip by Charles Schulz and ten signed sketches on individual cards, including: Jim Davis, Bud Sagendorff, C. C. Beck, Tom Wilson, Brad Anderson, Dick Locher, Hank Ketcham, Chester Gould, George Baker, and Johnny Hart. In overall fine condition, with some small edge tears and tack holes. Starting Bid $200

612. Dilbert. Animation cel and matching drawings fea-

turing Dilbert holding a model rocket from the 1999–2000 TV series. Image measures 5.5 x 7 with an overall size of 12.5 x 10.5. The cel is stuck to the matched drawing and also includes another matched pre-production drawing. In very good condition, with the cel and animation paper rolled and firmly curled, and the cel stuck to one of the drawings. Accompanied by a color copy background. Starting Bid $200

Outstanding early inscription and Pinocchio production cel

613. Walt Disney. Blue pencil signature and

inscription, “To Peggy Fox, from Walt Disney,” on a brown 4.25 x 2 card affixed to the mat of an original production cel featuring a girl puppet from the classic 1940 Walt Disney Studios film Pinocchio. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by the Disney Studio to be sold at the Courvoisier Galleries. Image measures 3 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 8.5 x 7.5. Matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 16. The original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label is affixed to the reverse. In fine condition. Pinocchio was the second animated feature film produced by Disney and the first such film to win a competitive Academy Award, making production materials—especially those bolstered by Disney’s signature from the period—extremely desirable. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $300

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Insurance payment made just days before the release of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea 614. Walt Disney. Personal check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Disney, “Walter E. Disney,” payable to John Hancock Mutual Life Ins. Co. for $584.80, stamp-dated December 17, 1954. A vertical fold through a single letter of signature, expected stamps and holes, and a staple hole to top left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $300

One-of-a-kind piece inscribed to Chevalier

615. Walt Disney and Carol Channing. Unique matte-finish 14 x 11 photo of Disney and Channing with Maurice Chevalier, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Maurice, avec mon appreciation, Walt Disney,” and in blue ballpoint, “Maurice dearest, How lucky can a girl get?… being between the first Gentlemen of France and America! With devotion and xxx’s, Carol Channing.” Diagonal creases to the upper right corner, staple holes and a crease to upper left, and some other trivial creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Although Chevalier did not appear in a Disney film until 1962—the live-action In Search of the Castaways—Disney had actually caricatured the French actor-singer in the 1933 Silly Symphonies episode ‘Mickey’s Gala Premiere.’ An excellent association piece between entertainment icons. Pre-certified Phil Sears. Starting Bid $500

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616. Gary Larson.

618. Charles Schulz. Un-

Original ink sketch of a man driving a car with a bumper sticker that reads, “I Don’t Brake,” on a white 11 x 8.5 sheet, signed in black felt tip, “Thank you, Larson.” In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

617. Stan Lee.

Color glossy 20 x 15 photo from the 2007 film Spider-Man 3, signed in silver ink. In fine condition, with a Stan Lee authenticity label affixed to the lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

usual pencil sketch of Linus on an off-white 4 x 6 sheet, unsigned, showing the classic Peanuts character concentrating as he writes a letter. The text of his letter is written above, reading: “Gentlemen, Please send me a year’s subscription to Butternut Bread.” In fine condition, with light overall wrinkling. Accompanied by copies of the original group of prototype sketches this was a part of, which were completed by Schulz for a Butternut Bread advertising campaign. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

619. Charles Schulz. Highly desirable large pencil sketch of

Snoopy on an orange 8.25 x 10.75 sheet, signed and inscribed in pencil, “For Palu—Charles M. Schulz.” A great original sketch of the classic Peanuts character. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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620. Myron Waldman. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled

‘Orders Up,’ numbered AP 23/50, 13.75 x 11.75, depicting Popeye and his family getting a meal in a diner. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a preprinted background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

621. Myron Waldman. Limited edition hand-painted animation

623. Myron Waldman. Limited edition hand-painted animation

622. Myron Waldman. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘The Big One,’ numbered AP 38/50, 13.75 x 11.75, depicting Popeye fishing with Swee’Pea. Signed in gold ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition, with slight irregular ink adhesion to signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

624. Myron Waldman. Limited edition sericel entitled ‘Take Me

cel entitled ‘Anchor Parking,’ numbered AP 16/50, 13.75 x 11.75, depicting Popeye anchoring his car to a fire hydrant. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

cel entitled ‘Flexing for Betty,’ numbered AP 43/50, 13.75 x 11.75, depicting Popeye showing off his large muscles. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Out to the Ballgame,’ numbered AP 481/1000, 15.5 x 12.5, depicting Popeye tipping his cap. Signed in black ink by Waldman and set against a pre-printed background. Cel bears a 2000 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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literature 626. Pierre Boulle. French

625. Maya Angelou and Toni Morrison. Two books: a later print-

ing of The Heart of a Woman by Maya Angelou, hardcover with dust jacket, signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black ballpoint by Angelou; and a first edition of Beloved by Toni Morrison, hardcover with dust jacket, signed on the title page in black felt tip by Morrison. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

novelist best known for authoring The Bridge over the River Kwai and Planet of the Apes (1912–1994). ALS in French, signed “P. Boulle” and “Pierre Boulle,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, January 30, 1953. In part (translated): “I’ve read your article about my last book ‘The Bridge on the River Kwai’ in the newspaper ‘Rayonnement des Lettres’ under the name ‘Novelist without crown.’…I forgive you because of the good things you wrote and your kind appreciation. I thank you deeply for [what] you have shown, the analysis you’ve done so deeply, and the general idea you’ve taken away.” In fine condition, with light creases and a brush to the date at the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

In the wake of Les Fleurs du mals, Baudelaire shares his bureaucratic struggles with his destitute publisher 627. Charles Baudelaire. ALS in French, signed “C. B.,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25,

no date [but 1862]. Letter to his publisher, Auguste Poulet-Malassis, describing the complicated bureaucratic ordeal he went through to obtain a permit in the Palace of Justice in Paris. Baudelaire describes in detail his endless Kafkaesque procession through the corridors of the Palace, pushing through door after door only to be sent back to the first offices he visited. He ends (translated): “Now, when do you believe this can have an end, and where will it lead us?” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light creases, and two small tears to the right edge (affecting a single letter of one word). Best remembered for publishing the works of his close friend Charles Baudelaire, Auguste Poulet-Malassis only maintained his now-admired career for six short years. After releasing the stunning first edition of Les Fleurs du mal at a great expense to himself, both the publisher and author were fined, and the title was banned for obscenities, leaving Poulet-Malassis with an insurmountable debt. After years of struggle, he was imprisoned for his unpaid debts in 1862. Sharing his own bureaucratic struggles with his dear friend, who supported Les Fleurs du mal from its inception, this is a wonderful personal letter from the controversial poet. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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His early poem “Elegia de Palermo,” capturing the rough-and-tumble barrio of his youth 628. Jorge Luis Borges. Crisply-

penned handwritten poem, in Spanish, signed at the conclusion, “Jorge Luis Borges 1926,” entitled “Elegia de Palermo.” Poem is dedicated to Argentinian poet Francisco ‘Paco’ Luis Bernárdez. Borges writes out 48 lines of the poem, in part: “Este es una elegía / de cuando los portones de Palermo hacían sombra / y a cualquier bocacalle le salía un compadrito. / Esta es una elegía / que se acuerda de un largo resplandor agachado / que las tardes derechas daban a los baldíos / Este es una elegía / para unos barriletes que hacían fiesta en el cielo / charro papelerío / por donde lo escalaron al cielo los domingos!” A small tear to top edge and a couple of minor spots, otherwise fine condition. After spending the first fifteen years of his life in Palermo, a poorer suburb of Buenos Aires, Borges and his family relocated to Geneva to avoid the political unrest of World War I (in which Argentina remained controversially neutral). When he returned a decade later, he found his home changed: the hard-edged, seedy taverns and sudden eruptions of violence that had impressed the young boy were replaced with chic restaurants and wealthy immigrants—but Buenos Aires and the beloved Palermo of his youth remained a key feature of Borges’s work throughout his career. He published his first collection of poetry, Fervor de Buenos Aires, in 1923, and began contributing to the avant-garde review Martín Fierro, for which Francisco Luis Bernardez also wrote. This poem, written in 1926 and originally titled “Elegy of Palermo,” appeared in Borges’s third book of poetry in 1929 (Cuaderno San Martín) under the title “Elegy of the Gates.” Beautifully capturing the shadowy city, where at ‘any intersection you find a hoodlum,’ this stunning handwritten poem to a fellow Argentine poet is a highly desirable and rare piece—only the third Borges we have offered, and by far the finest. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Preliminary artwork for Babar Comes to America

629. Laurent de Brunhoff. Author and illustrator (b. 1925) best known for continuing the Babar the Elephant series of children’s books, created by his father. Four fabulous original preliminary watercolor illustrations for the famous work Babar Comes to America on two 8.25 x 12 cardstock sheets. The first sheet, headed “6. Going to New York,” and signed in pencil, “Laur de Brunhoff,” has a charming sketch of Babar preparing for his trip to New York by exchanging his crown for a black hat, with the second illustration below showing him strolling through an airport terminal. The second sheet is labeled “15. New-York,” with the first painting showing Babar browsing an antiques shop, initialed in the lower corner in pencil, “LB.” Below is the largest illustration, showing the elephant taking in the New York jazz scene, signed in the lower left in pencil, “Laur de Brunhoff.” In fine condition, with tape remnants to edges. Babar Comes to America was first published in 1965 and remains one of Brunhoff’s most popular books. Invited to meet the president of the United States, Babar explores the country’s landmarks on a whirlwind tour that takes him from New York to San Francisco. As vivid illustrations of the classic children’s book character, these are miniature masterpieces. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $2500

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631. Ivan Bunin. Russian

630. Charles Bukowski. Souvenir typescript, one page, 6 x 7, October 16, 1990. A typed copy of his poem ‘The Movies,’ the last lines reading: “the people waste their lives and their minds / sitting in the dark / and more movies are made.” Signed and dated at the conclusion in black felt tip. Matted and framed with a photo of Bukowski to an overall size of 11 x 17. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

writer (1870– 1953) best known for his poems and stories, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1933. Rare ALS in French, signed “Ivan Bounine,” one page, 8.75 x 11, May 24, 1925. In full (translated): “Mr. Boris de Schloetzer has told me he has sent you the manuscript of my novel ‘The Martyr’ and that you have the intention of publishing it. I need to know your final decision and your offer.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, moderate toning to borders from adhesive remnants to reverse, office stamps and notations, and a few small repaired edge tears. ‘The Martyr’ does not figure among the published works of Burin and may have been published later under another title. Bunin is among the rarest winners of the Nobel Prize in Literature, especially in this format. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

The exalted 18th century poet of ‘Scotch Drink’ approves a “Cask of Foreign Rum” 632. Robert Burns. Partly-printed DS, signed

“Rob’t Burns,” one page, 6 x 4, March 1, 1793. An official document filled out by Burns as the exciseman for Dumfries, Scotland, permitting Robert Anderson to “receive one Cask of Foreign Rum…Quantity nine Gallons” from the stock of James Grieves. Affixed to a slightly larger backing for reinforcement. In very good to fine condition, with small areas of paper loss affecting some of the printed text, a couple repaired edge tears, and light soiling. After a failed attempt at farming, Burns decided to become a tax collector in 1789 and moved to Dumfries two years later. Burns was infamously known for his love of alcohol, an interest perhaps best embodied in his poem ‘Scotch Drink.’ Although his poetry cites whiskey as a favorite—in some cases calling out specific brands by name—he did not shy away from rum and was known to enjoy ale, claret wine, port, and brandy on occasion. Autographic material from Burns is quite scarce, and with its large signature and appropriate association with drink, this is a particularly appealing example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Penned from Ravenna while composing Don Juan 633. Lord Byron. ALS signed

“Byron,” one page, 4.75 x 7.25, November 10, 1820. Letter to Signor Albaghetti. In full: “I have heard of no change of English Ministry—and should doubt it—for the present, though it will probably occur ere long. I have not received Lugano papers— nor has any one else—even at Milan. The cause is probably the freedom of its reflections after the Conferences of Troppau. The moment I am aware of anything that would interest you in my English news by letters or Gazettes—you shall have it—there will probably be something of the kind on Thursday.” Byron adds the recipient’s name, “Sig’r Albaghetti,” and address to the reverse of the second integral page. In very good condition, moderate overall soiling (partially affecting the signature area) and professionally silked on the reverse to repair light paper loss and small tears (one just above the signature). When writing this letter Byron was living in Ravenna, Italy, and working on the fifth canto of his famous masterpiece, Don Juan, while Europe was struggling with widespread political unrest and revolution. The Congress of Troppau, which had occurred at the end of October, was a conference of the Quadruple Alliance called to discuss ways of suppressing the revolution in nearby Naples that had begun in July. Meanwhile, Great Britain was engrossed in royal scandal after the ascension of King George IV to the throne; despising his wife and hoping to dissolve their marriage to deprive her of the title of queen, the potential divorce stirred up a sensational and salacious debate in the House of Lords. The deciding vote on the subject was held on the day Byron penned these observations from afar. An interesting letter demonstrating the Romantic’s keen awareness of world politics. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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634. Edgar Rice Burroughs. TLS, one

page, 8.5 x 11, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. letterhead, April 6, 1937. Letter to the managing editor of the Galveston News-Tribune. In full: “I am having an article prepared for a national magazine in which I should like to show the number of newspapers that wrap their editions with the Tarzan Color Page on the outside. I know that some sixty or seventy papers do. If you are one of them, will you kindly send me a copy of your Tarzan Color Page for photographic reproduction with others. May I tell you how happy I have been to have Tarzan appear in the Galveston News-Tribune.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and several pencil notations to bottom, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

635. Agatha Christie. TLS signed “Agatha

Christie Mallowan,” one page, 5.5 x 7, personal letterhead, September 28, 1968. Letter to Mr. Nuttall. In part: “I was most interested in the article you sent me and I shall be very pleased to agree to the quotation and reference from my book The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding being used. Please tell Councillor Thompson how interested I am in his account of Abney…Abney was a landmark in my life, and though I am now 78 years of age I still remember it, and my visits there, quite distinctly.” In fine condition, with office stamps to the top and filing holes to left edge. Accompanied by a newspaper clipping of the article as it was eventually published. Abney Hall, owned by Christie’s brother-in-law, became the inspiration for many of the country settings in her works. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Corrections of any kind are nearly always a mistake” 636. Agatha Christie. ALS, one page both sides, 5.5 x 7, personal

letterhead, September 29, 1967. Letter to E. B. Byrne, in part: “I am so glad your project met with such wide appreciation—I certainly give you full permission to reprint my letter to you in book form. I am quite content to leave it as written—later additions & deletions—or indeed corrections of any kind are nearly always a mistake.” In fine condition, with expected horizontal mailing fold passing through the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a glossy photo of Christie. Byrne ran a program at New York City’s Elizabeth Barrett Browning Junior High School where she asked major literary and artistic figures for recollections of what books inspired them; some responses were published in the 1971 book Attacks of Taste. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

637. Samuel L. Clemens. Color postcard depicting the Giant’s Causeway in Ireland’s County Antrim, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “Mark Twain.” Collector’s notation below indicates that it was received on January 20, 1908. Some light wear to corners, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Choice portrait given in memory of “an unbroken friendship of 55 years” 638. Samuel L. Clemens. Exceptional matte-finish 4.5 x 6.25 H. Walter Barnett portrait of Twain, affixed to its original 9.5 x 12 photographer’s mount, signed and inscribed in fountain pen below the image, “Mark Twain, In reverent memory of John Garth, and an unbroken friendship of 55 years. June, 1902.” In fine condition, with signature penned over photographer’s printed text, small tears and chips to edges of mount, and scattered creases. Often cited as inspiration for the character of Tom Sawyer, John Garth met young Samuel Clemens as a grade school classmate and remained a close friend until his death in 1899. As the author’s popularity soared, he sent copies of his books directly to Woodside, Garth’s summerhouse in Hannibal, Missouri—a familiar vacation spot for Clemens throughout the 1870s and 1880s. Three years after Garth’s death, Clemens returned to Hannibal to his pay his respects to Garth’s widow and daughter, offering this beautifully inscribed photo as a token of his remembrance. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“They’re a whoreson lot to thin out literature, as Shakespeare would say“ 639. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “S. L. Clemens,”

one page, 4.5 x 7, personal Farmington Avenue letterhead, June 20, no year but circa 1874. Letter to a bookseller, written while staying in Elmira, New York. In full: “Yes, I want them, but please lay them by for me, if it isn’t too much trouble, for I am here summering till August, & if I keep accommodating books here I’ll have too much luggage, shortly. I don’t like to stow them in our new dwelling at Hartford, because it is full of builders and plumbers, yet, & they’re a whoreson lot to thin out literature, as Shakespeare would say. If this Vol. I of The Chancellors has been sent through Brown & Gross for me (as the bill seems to say,) all right—they will pay for it & collect from me. I keep an account there.” In fine condition. Clemens’s wife Olivia was from Elmira, where they returned every summer to visit her family. Construction on their dream house on Farmington Avenue in Hartford had begun in 1873, and they would move in a year later. In addition to the great Shakespeare reference, Clemens mentions Lord John Campbell’s Lives of the Lord Chancellors of England, published in 1874. He studied English history extensively in preparing to write The Prince and the Pauper, his first attempt at historical fiction, published in 1881. A boldly penned letter with excellent literary and biographical associations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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640. Jean Cocteau. ALS

in French, one page, 8.25 x 10, January 29, 1962. Untranslated letter discussing the Eiffel Tower, adding two fabulous sketches of the iconic landmark at the bottom. Central vertical and horizontal folds and soiling to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by two unsigned press photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

641. Gabriele d’Annunzio. Italian poet, novelist, and dramatist (1863–1938) who distinguished himself as a heroic aviator in WWI. ALS in Italian, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7 x 9, January 30, no year. Untranslated letter to Winnaretta Singer, Princess Edmond de Polignac [unnamed], encouraging her to attend a hunting banquet taking place that evening at the Hotel Carlton. Partial separations to expected mailing folds and some mirroring of ink, otherwise fine condition. Daughter of sewing machine inventor Isaac Singer, Winnaretta was an established patron of arts, honoring the memory of her late composer husband by commissioning several works of the young composers of her time, including Igor Stravinsky, Erik Satie, and Darius Milhaud. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Surrealist sketch by the troubled French writer 642. Rene Crevel. Important early French surrealist author (1900–1935) who committed suicide at age 35. Wonderful ballpoint sketch on a 8.25 x 10.5 sheet showing a crouching figure playing dominoes, unsigned but with “Me voila” written below the drawing. The sheet also bears an Artine Artinian Collection provenance stamp to the lower right. In fine condition, with rusty staple holes to upper left. An exceedingly scarce, magnificent sketch. Starting Bid $500

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643. Isak Dinesen. Pseudonym of prominent Danish author

Karen Blixen (1885–1962), best known for her account of life in Kenya, Out of Africa, later adapted into an Academy Award–winning film. TLS in Danish, signed “Karen Blixen,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 8.75, July 14, 1959. Letter to a gentleman who had sent her a manuscript sample, in part (translated): “A single point of criticism I wish to make: the persons appearing in this chapter are not sympathetic—that we may say, is not a literary argument, but I felt this way and certainly a greater number of readers will. They are all characterized by a certain arrogance, a property that seems strange to me, and access more difficult.” Central vertical and horizontal folds (passing through a single letter of the signature), slight creasing to corners and folds, and a rusty paperclip impression to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

644. Charles Dickens. Ink signature, “Charles Dickens,” on an off-white 2.25 x 1 slip. Double-matted with an image of the author to an overall size of 11 x 17. In very good condition, with overall soiling and irregular tears to edges, and some soiling and tack holes to the upper portion of the mat. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

With A Christmas Carol in the works, Dickens postpones a dinner 645. Charles Dickens. Boldly signed ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7.25, May 16, 1843. Letter to “N.W., Senior Esquire,” marked “Private” at the top, in full: “Circumstances have come to my knowledge, which induce me to think, in common with some other friends of W. Black, that it will be better to postpone for the present, that proposed friendly and private dinner to him, (involving no other question of any kind) in reference to which I troubled you with a note a few days since.” Dickens has also added his address, “1 Devonshire Terrace, York Gate Regents Park,” at the top. Central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered toning, and a tack hole to upper left, otherwise fine condition. Having recently returned from his first trip to America—a six-month tour that took him from Boston to New York to Washington, DC—the now-internationally acclaimed Dickens immediately began work on his cherished yuletide tale A Christmas Carol. Released in late 1843, it became an instant sensation, solidifying his standing as the most popular author of the Victorian era. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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646. Arthur Conan Doyle. Color postcard depicting Pittville

Gardens of Cheltenham, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “X Arthur Conan Doyle,” with a collector’s date notation of 1912 below the signature. Surface loss to upper edge (near but not affecting signature) and some mild edgewear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

649. Gabriel Garcia Marquez. ALS

647. 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

signed “Gabriel,” one page, 7.25 x 10.75, personal letterhead, April 19, 1977. Letter to “Gabriel Marquez Norbutt.” In full: “This letter is to remind you of the day your parents were crazy enough to name you after me.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

648. Alexandre Dumas, pere.

Uncommon AMS in French, signed “Ale. Dumas,” five pages, 8 x 10.5, no date but circa early 1860s. Dumas’s untranslated manuscript for an article entitled “Le Haut et le Bas Clerge [The High and Low Clergy],” with a few deletions and emendations throughout. Intended for publication in one of the two newspapers managed by Dumas during his stay in Naples between 1861 and 1864, the Indepediente and the Monte-Cristo, the article gives an uncompromising appraisal of the clergy in Italy, divided between high-ranking dignitaries and priests close to the common people, and offers his solutions. Intersecting folds, light foxing and soiling, and general edge wear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“The Pasture” by Frost: “I shan’t be gone long.—You come too” 650. Robert Frost. Twice-signed book: Mountain Interval. Later printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1921. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 75 pages. Opposite the frontispiece, Frost pens a two-stanza poem in black ink, “The Pasture,” initialed “R. F.,” in full: “I’m going out to clean the pasture spring / I’ll only stop to rake the leaves away / (And wait to watch the water clear, I may) / I shan’t be gone long.—You come too. / I’m going out to fetch the little calf / That’s standing by its mother. It’s so young / It totters when she licks it with her tongue. / I shan’t be gone long.—You come too.” Signed again on the title page, “Robert Frost, Baylor College Nov. 18, 1922.” Autographic condition: a mild spot of surface loss to the page with the autograph poem, and a light block of toning to the title page, otherwise fine. Book condition: G+/None. This is a superb example of a Frost handwritten poem as it embodies the style and character that defines his work, exploring man’s connection to nature through calm colloquialism. It was first published as an introduction to North of Boston and he often chose it to lead off his readings, inviting the audience to join in a pastoral journey through his poetry. An ideal piece of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“I have been wrestling with an angel and a devil” 651. Kahlil Gibran. Lebanese-American artist and writer (1883–1931) best known for his writings on religion and for his best-selling 1923 spiritual-philosophical classic The Prophet. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 7.5, no date but circa 1916. Letter to James Oppenheim, author and editor of the short-lived Seven Arts magazine. In full: “This war poem came to the Seven Arts through me. It might interest you to read it. I have been wrestling with an angel and a devil during the past two months. And it is indeed terrible to be between two powers so different. In a week or so I shall leave town for a much needed rest in the country. May I not see you before I go?” Nicely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 17 x 14. In fine condition. The Seven Arts was founded with the idealistic goal of transforming American life through the arts, featuring contributors such as Dreiser, Frost, Mencken, and Dos Passos, but folded in 1917 after just one year. In 1916, Gibran was preoccupied with the war in his native Syria, actively soliciting funds and suffering emotional distress at any war news; although he diverted his energy toward writing, the predominant theme from this period was death. In September he left New York to visit his sister on Cape Cod hoping to relieve this building stress, but suffered a nervous breakdown. A remarkable letter from a tumultuous period of Gibran’s life that influenced his writing for years to come. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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A wine order for the influential German writer 652. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. ADS in

German, signed “Goethe,” one page, 7.75 x 4.25, November 3, 1806. Goethe orders (translated) “two pints dessert wine.” In very good condition, with a vertical fold, an overall block of toning, and heavy foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

The Bolsheviks’ famous literary couple 653. Maxim Gorky. LS in French, signed in Cyrillic by Gorky, one page, 5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, no date. Untranslated letter written and also signed by his lover, the Soviet actress and Bolshevik administrator, Maria Andreyeva [Peshkoff]. In fine condition. Gorky and Andreyeva met in Sevastopol in 1900, as the former grew more outspoken in his support of the Bolshevik wing of the Russian Social Democratic Labour Party. The two caused a scandal in 1906 when they traveled to the United States together on a fundraising trip for the party, leaving Gorky’s wife in Russia. Despite the fact that the author had not lived with his wife for years, American society shunned the couple, causing them to leave with a bitter condemnation of the country. A crisply signed letter from the artistic political duo. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Upon the opening of Montanaro D. Giovanni: “the first act was heard with attention” 654. Carlo Gozzi. Italian playwright (1720–1806)

primarily known for his satirical works. ALS in Italian, one page, 7 x 9.5, June 16, 1802. Letter to his younger brother Almoro at Pordenone about a lawsuit of 24,000 ducats and an unsuccessful performance of his play The Montanaro Don Giovanni Pasquale at Udine. In part (translated): “With regard to taxes, I can deduce nothing more…Let’s move forward. After a month of silence, finally I received a letter from Bergamo…He had written to my demand of twenty-four thousand Ducats, already rejected as heresy…I was written from Udine who showed my Montanaro D. Giovanni, that the first act was heard with attention, but that seeing a King in the second place in the sad aspect, the whisper was great, and prevented the listening. It was praised by many, but that all were amazed that was dismissed in these circumstances. I do not know how they think…but I wrote that the work is forever withdrawn and closed.” Intersecting folds, overall wrinkling, and small areas of paper loss to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. This letter describes one of the techniques he began attempting in his later years, writing tragedies with comic elements; as this innovation proved unacceptable to the critics he turned to the Spanish drama as a model. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

655. Zane Grey. Handwritten manuscript, unsigned, nine pages, 3.75 x 6.75, headed “Beaver Dam Camp, October 3, 1927,” on the first page. In part: “We motored from Altadena, Cal. to Flagstaff in less than two days…The first night out found us stranded in a dark gloomy forest, with ground and brush and fire-wood thoroughly wet…Two miles west of Leonard Canyon we ran into a mud-hole impassable for the trucks…Lee brought up the horses. Night as always was in the lead. This great horse—the original Night of ‘Riders of the Purple Sage’—must have been all of 18 years old. Yet he appeared black and glossy and spirited as ever.” He also dedicates about two pages to describing a hunt, in part: “Up to this date I have seen 52 turkeys, and have had six shots, without ever getting a feather!” Contained within a contemporary loose-leaf binder as acquired from the Zane Grey estate. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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A Yuletide present from ‘Papa’ 656. Ernest Hemingway. The First National Bank of Boston check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Hemingway, “Ernest M. Hemingway,” payable to Roberto Herrera for $100, December 24, 1954. Also endorsed on the reverse by Herrera. A crease to upper left corner, a few light scattered spots of soiling, and expected cancellation holes and bank stamps (stamps partially affecting signature), otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope penned in Hemingway’s hand, “Merry Christmas, Roberto, Happy New Year,” with scattered foxing and a large stain to top edge. 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 Pilar. Two months prior to writing this check, Hemingway received the Nobel Prize in Literature, an honor which was greatly influenced by the novella The Old Man and the Sea, which was inspired by his own marlin fishing trips in Cuba. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Hemingway’s wartime classic, A Farewell to Arms 657. Ernest Hemingway. Signed book: A Farewell to Arms. Later printing. NY: Modern Library, 1932. Hardcover, 4.5 x 6.5, 355 pages. Signed and inscribed on the dedication page in fountain pen, “To Helen Mauldin, with very best wishes, Ernest Hemingway.” Autographic condition: fine, with some mild toning to signed page. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

658. Ernest Hemingway. Ink

signature and inscription, “Biarritz, 10/5/54, For Christine with all best wishes always from her friend, Ernest Hemingway,” on a light blue 6 x 4.5 sheet. In very good condition, with overall wrinkling from adhesive remnants to reverse, light irregular dampstaining, and some small areas of paper loss from previous mounting. Accompanied by two glossy photos of Hemingway. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

659. Heinrich Hoffmann. German psychiatrist who also wrote some short works including Der Struwwelpeter, an illustrated book portraying children misbehaving (1809–1894). ALS in German, signed “H. Hoffmann,” one page, 5.5 x 8.75, November 29, 1876. Letter to Dr. Creizenach, likely educator and literary historian Theodor Creizenach. In part (translated): “Not to multiply your literary treasures, but because the alpha and omega of the essay were given to me, and all have garlanded with symbolical flowers, I will send you the booklet.” In fine condition, with light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Critiquing Cocteau in the year of A Brave New World 660. Aldous Huxley. ALS in French, one page both sides, 8.25 x 5.25, La Gorguette, Sanary, letterhead, August 6, 1932. Letter to notable author and artist Jean Cocteau. In part (translated): “On my return from England, where I spent several months, I found your ‘Essai de Critique Indirecte.’ I thank you for your donation. It really touched me, that you thought about me. When reading it, I can hear every moment—and with much joy—your voice. If you come to Toulon this summer, please remember this address.” A central vertical fold and two large blue ink marks to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Huxley is writing from Sanary-sur-Mer on the French Riviera, a prominent destination for the literary figures of the day including Cocteau. It was while living in Sanary that Huxley composed his classic A Brave New World over the course of four months in the summer of 1931, and it was published the following year. Huxley’s observations on Cocteau’s essay are also spot on and correspond with scholarship today—the Essai de Critique Indirecte hyperbolizes the stylistic tendencies found throughout Cocteau’s oeuvre that characterize his unique and distinct voice. An exquisite letter given its several important literary associations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

662. Italian Poets, Scholars, and Politicians. Nice collection of

661. Henrik Ibsen. Revered Norwegian playwright and poet (1828–1906) whose works, including A Doll’s House and Hedda Gabler, made him one of the seminal figures of modern drama. Crisply penned ALS in Norwegian, one page, 5.5 x 8.75, personal monogrammed letterhead, May 22, 1877. Untranslated. In very good condition, with overall foxing and toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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autographs of Italian poets, scholars, and politicians from the collection of Maria Gaspari, primarily penned directly on 11 x 7 album pages with a few affixed pieces as well, most signers writing letters, poems, long inscriptions, essays, and other substantial pieces. Signers include: Prince Camillo Massimo di Arsoli, Marianna Giarre Billi, Gino Capponi, S. Centofanti, Gaetano de Castilla, Augusto Conti, Francesco dall’Ongaro, Pietro Dazzi, Isidoro Del Lungo, Pietro Fanfani, Caterina Francheschi Ferrucci, Michele Ferrucci, Emilio Frullani, Erminia Fua Fusinato, Pietro Giannone, G. Giuliani, Raffaello Lambruschini, Terenzio Mamiani della Rovere, Giannina Milli, Caterina Percoto, Giuseppe Salvatore Pianell, Carlo Poerio, Marina Sprea Baroni Semitecolo, Atto Vannucci, and Bernardino Zendrini. Light scattered foxing, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

663. Johannes V. J e n s e n .

Danish author (1873–1950) who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1944. Matte-finish 4 x 5.5 portrait of the writer with his hands clasped, affixed within its original 7.5 x 11.5 photographer’s presentation folder, signed below the photo in black ink, “Johannes V. Jensen, Jan 1920.” A spot of dampstaining to the bottom edge and separations to the spine of the folder, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

664. Aleksandr Kuprin. Russian writer, explorer, and adventurer

(1870–1938) best known for his story The Duel. ALS in Cyrillic, signed “A. Kuprin,” one page, 8 x 10.75, August 3, 1923. Untranslated. Central vertical and horizontal folds, a chip to the upper left corner, and filing holes to left edge (touching one letter of Kuprin’s writing), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

665. Else Laske r - S c h u l e r.

Jewish poet and playwright (1869– 1945) famous for her bohemian lifestyle in Berlin, who later fled Nazi Germany for Zurich before settling in Jerusalem. ANS in German, one page both sides, 4.75 x 3.25, no date. LaskerSchuler writes an untranslated note in pencil on one side of the slip, boldly signing with her address on the other. In fine condition, with scattered creases and show-through from writing to opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

666. Lin Yutang. Writer (1895–1976) whose compilations and

translations of classic Chinese texts into English were bestsellers in the West. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, July 20, 1945. Letter to Mrs. Whiteside, in part: “My family is going to Canada this summer, & so we shall not be able to see you. Hope you are enjoying your stay at Manchester-by-the-sea.” In fine condition, with slight creasing to top and bottom edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Leopardi reflects on solitude and friendship 667. Giacomo Leopardi.

Italian poet, essayist, philosopher, and philologist (17981837). Rare ALS in Italian, signed “Leopardi,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, December 17, 1828. Unpublished letter to Venetian count Antonio Papadopoli, one of his most faithful friends and patrons, in full (translated): “I cannot express all my gratitude for the loving letters you have sent me here to alleviate my solitude. The letter from Milan you refer to has never arrived, but the one from Venice did. It means I still live in your thoughts and you still love me. I hoped so, despite our long silence. How have you enjoyed yourself in Milan? Why do you say so little about yourself? Why do you mention nothing about your studies? You can’t imagine how dear to me your personal matters will always be. My stay in Recanati is obviously not dear to me and my health suffers accordingly. But my father does not have the means (or the will) to sustain me elsewhere and I act as if my life was finished. If you see our excellent Gamba (who I have met in person this year in Florence) please greet him for me. When will we see each other again? Will it ever happen? I really don’t know, my dear Antonuccio. And as to myself, I believe I have become immobile—but I will always love you, even being far, and you also will. If in my complete inutility I can be useful in any way, please command.” Addressed on the reverse in Leopardi’s hand. Intersecting folds, light toning, and small paper loss at the bottom from seal removal, otherwise fine condition. Physically weak and struggling to make ends meet, Leopardi returned to his father’s home at Recanati—his ‘savage native town,’ as he calls it in his famous ‘Le Ricordanze’—in 1828. He remained there for two years, and although it was a productive period, it was also a very unhappy time for him, again feeling isolated from the uncultured small town inhabitants. Beautifully expressing both his solitude and treasured friendship, this is a scarce and highly desirable letter from the important Italian writer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

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Rare photo of the writer-adventurer 668. Jack London. Handsome matte-finish 4.25 x 3.25 portrait of London wearing a broad-brimmed outdoorsman’s hat and tie, signed across his chest in black ink. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 9.75 x 8.75. In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall silvering and the signature light but legible. A very scarce format for London, with an especially desirable depiction of the author in garb fit for an expedition into the wilderness. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

669. Jack London. Color postcard portraying horse-racing on the Filipino island

of Cebu, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in fountain pen, “Jack London, Jan 29/13.” Some light wear to corners, traces of adhesive remnants to upper left, and copyright underlined by the collector, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Impressive 1859 portrait of the Fireside Poet 670. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Scarce oval

matte-finish 4.5 x 5.5 formal bust portrait of the poet in his younger years, affixed to a 10 x 13 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Henry W. L o n g f e l l o w, 1859.” Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 19.5. Scattered creases and spots of foxing to mount, otherwise fine condition. Longfellow had published his classic epic, ‘The Song of Hiawatha,’ just four years earlier in 1855. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

671. Jean-Baptiste Louvet de Couvrai. French

novelist, playwright, and politician (1760– 1797) who was prominent during the Revolution. Handwritten manuscript in French, one page, 4 x 6.5, no date [but 1789], headed at the top (translated): “One word about our situation.” Important notes on a speech on the recently approved Declaration of Human Rights, stating that “it is not about the rights the law grants, it is about the duties it imposes.” In fine condition, with uniform toning and pinholes to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare literary criticism from the Cthulhu mythmaker

672. H. P. Lovecraft. ALS signed “Viceroy of Rhode Island,” two

pages both sides, 5.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, February 14, [1928]. Letter to Walter J. Coates, editor of the literary journal Driftwind, headed “To His Worship, the Chief Counsel, The lowly President of the Committee sends greeting,” with a date of “Idibus Februarii, Anno Reipublicae Viridmontanae I.” In part: “As for my comments on the new Driftwind—they really represent merely the spontaneous preferences dictated by my personal bias rather than any objective estimate of relative intrinsic merit. River in Spring seems to win the straw vote… Laboratorically Speaking seems to be too much of philosophical concoction to be a poem. It’s clever stuff, whatever it is, but it hasn’t the singing beauty & ecstasy that make poetry…Our warm spell broke a couple of days ago, & we are having what is is subarctic weather for us—Though, thank heaven, the ground is snowless. But as Percy B. said—‘if winter comes’ & all that!

Land of Allen came yesterday afternoon…It is surely a major contribution to Vermontiana, & carries the sturdy spirit of the undefeated republic to gratifying lyric heights…How sincerely can I subscribe to the spirit of Winter on page 56! That’s just what I would have written myself if I were a poet!…As you know, I believe very profoundly that ethics & philosophy have no place in art, & that they merely dilute poetry instead of constituting it. The true function of aesthetics is simply to describe & symbolize the actual scenes, objects, & phenomena of the universe in poignant & ecstatic fashion, without any infusion of personal opinion or philosophic theory. It was the fault of Victorianism to read a pack of non-existant ‘laws’ & values & trends into the impersonal cosmos, & then get excited about them, as if they represented realities of Nature in the same way that the tangible & genuine beauties of objective existence do 188 | April 15, 2015 | LITERATURE

Real poetry has no relation to intellectual or moral purpose, or to anything else except the poet’s ecstasy at the sight of beauty, & his unconquerable will to sing of what moves him—purely for the joy of singing & for nothing else. Poe, Swineburne, & Oscar Wilde had the right idea about this. As a matter of fact, the only use of opinions & convictions, or ideas of good & evil, in poetry, is to get the poet emotionally excited enough to sing at the required pitch of ecstasy. If he can sing thus without the added stimuli—as Keats did—so much the better. All the poet ought to do is to sing whatever is in him, & the excellence of the result can properly be judged on only two counts aside from technique: (a) Truth to human experience…& (b) Intensity of the emotion of lyrical impulse.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 24.5 x 13.5, with a window on the reverse for viewing the opposing sides of both pages. In fine condition, with some writing at the edges obscured by the mat (including a portion of his “Viceroy” signature), and a rusty paperclip mark to the top edge. Oversized. Walter J. Coates was the editor of Driftwind and author of the collection of poems Lovecraft mentions, Land of Allen, published by the noted Recluse Press in 1928. The publishing firm was established in 1925 by Lovecraft’s friend W. Paul Cook, created as a traditional private press which issued fine books written mostly by members of ‘The Lovecraft Circle,’ including Frank Belknap Long, Samuel Loveman, Donald Wandrei, Walter H. Coates, and Lovecraft himself, who was directly involved with production. As Lovecraft is one of the most significant fiction writers of the 20th century, his commentary on poetry and aesthetics make this an absolutely remarkable letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Rare portrait of the revolutionary French symbolist 673. Stephane Mallarme. Major French symbolist poet and critic (1842–1898) whose work anticipated and inspired several revolutionary artistic schools of the early 20th century, such as Dadaism, Surrealism, and Futurism. Extremely rare 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Mallarme, signed and inscribed in the lower border in bold ink, “To my friend Leon Deschamps, SM.” Published by Nadar of Paris. Heavy toning and fading to the image, a large hole at the top edge and small tack hole to the bottom, the bottom of the albumen image beginning to peel from the mount, and soiling to the lower portion, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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“Let us not only hope for the coming victory of Democracy, but also do something for it!” 674. Thomas Mann. TLS,

one page, 7.25 x 10.75, personal letterhead, April 27, 1939. Letter to Joseph Cupples in New York. In full: “Thank you very much for your sympathetic poem. Let us not only hope for the coming victory of Democracy, but also do something for it!” In fine condition, with a horizontal mailing fold passing through a portion of the signature and light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Mann had fled his native Germany for Switzerland in 1933 and emigrated to the United States with the outbreak of World War II in 1939. Mann was an outspoken opponent of Nazi Germany and took his own advice to “do something” in September 1939, when he began giving monthly anti-Nazi speeches in German via the BBC. A brief but important letter within its historical context. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

675. Guy de Maupassant. French natural-

ist writer (1850–1893) considered the greatest French author of short stories. ALS in French, one page, 4 x 5, no date but circa April 1883. Letter to his his publisher Mr. Rouveyre. Maupassant apologizes for being unable to send the corrections of ‘Les Comtes de la Becasse,’ and suggests adding two new stories. In part (translated): “I cannot send to you the corrections. I need a friend to read because my eyes are sick. I send you two new stories to make the volume bigger. The right order is Saint Antoine, Walter Schnaffs.” In very fine condition. The volume Maupassant writes about, Les Comtes de la Becasse [translated as Tales of the Woodcock or Tales of the Goose], was a cycle of seventeen short stories published later on in 1883. Maupassant originally intended it as fifteen stories, but needed to add the two mentioned in this letter to lengthen it to over three hundred pages as required by the publisher. A highly desirable letter concerning his work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“Again the Puddle ducks pass: pit pat paddle pat; while kittens squirrels rabbits frisk and gambol” 676. Beatrix Potter. An exceptional

pair of items related to the publication of a collection of sheet music entitled The Peter Rabbit Music Books, comprised of Potter’s autograph manuscript for the foreword and a letter Potter wrote to the composer, Christopher Le Fleming. AMS signed “Beatrix Potter,” one page, 5 x 8, no date. The foreword of the book, in full: “The rippling melody of this pretty music calls back many little friends. Again the Puddle ducks pass: pit pat paddle pat; while kittens squirrels rabbits frisk and gambol. Tiddly widdly widdly! Mrs. Tittlemouse with a mop follows the big dirty footprints of Mr. Jackson. And Lucie sips her tea, while dear Mrs. Tiggy heats her smoothing iron. Good luck to the merry company of Christopher Le Fleming’s tuneful numbers, and to those lucky Little People who will learn to play them some day.” Also, an ALS signed with her married name, “H. B. Heelis,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, August 18, 1935. Letter to Le Fleming, in part: “I too have been away for a very brief holiday and more than ever busy since coming home—I sent 2 or 3 samples to Messrs. Warne as I am not sure about size and style of drawing for lithography—I have not had a reply—it is just as likely that Mr. Stephens [Arthur L., Managing Director of Warne] is away from London. I shall go on in the mean time drawing when ever I can. I am quite keen on the work and do not reject it—but my hand does shake…I had nice kittens from Elizabeth & her mother. You shall have the drawings to look at.” In overall very good condition, with moderate overall creases and soiling to the manuscript and intersecting folds, light creases, and a rusty paperclip mark to the letter. Accompanied by the final publication: The Peter Rabbit Music Books: Book I, Six Easy Pieces for Pianoforte. London: J. & W. Chester, Frederick Warne & Co., 1935. Softcover, 9.5 x 12, 17 pages. Partial splitting to the spine, otherwise fine condition. With their playful plots, imaginative critters, and some of the liveliest illustrations in children’s literature, Beatrix Potter’s little books—23 in total, published over the course of two decades—were an instant and enormous success. By 1935, the 69-year-old had all but given up her writing career, focusing on her farming and sheep breeding above all else. But despite her weakening eyes and a tremble in her hand, she cheerfully embarked on a new project when a young Mr. Le Fleming—‘a rather peculiar visitor,’ as she called him in a letter to a friend—approached her with a set of piano pieces he had written, inspired by her stories and suitable for children. This extraordinary collection of items pertaining to what would become The Peter Rabbit Music Books (including the first volume, which is quite collectible in its own right), is one of the most magnificent and charming lots we have offered from the classic author/illustrator; any extensive handwritten material from Potter is highly sought-after, and with its “pit pat paddle pat,” “tiddly widdly widdly!” and mentions of the beloved Puddle ducks, Mrs. Tittlemouse, and Mrs. Tiggy, this is of the utmost desirability. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 190 | April 15, 2015 | LITERATURE

677. Silvio Pellico. Italian writer, poet, dramatist, and patriot

(1789–1854). Two items: an untranslated ALS in Italian, signed “Pellico,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.5, June 6, 1819, sent to Conte Briche with suggestions for adequate translations of the gravestone inscription for his son, Pellico’s beloved student, who died at the age of sixteen in a hunting accident; and an unsigned handwritten poem in Italian honoring the boy, one page, 4.75 x 7.25, no date. Light scattered creases and foxing, one tiny edge separation, and show-through from writing to opposing sides of the letter, otherwise overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

681. Erich Maria Remarque. Collection of three ALSs in German, signed “Boni,” each one onionskin page, 5.75 x 8.25 to 8 x 11.75, two undated and one January 25, 1962. Untranslated letters to his confidante Bettina Hoenig in New York. In overall fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases, and small edge tears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Hope T.W.’s play was uprorious success” 678. Ezra Pound. TLS signed “EP,” one page, 8 x 9.75, no date but postmarked February 23, 1957. Letter to Maria, in full: “Thanks for bringing the enclosed. Hope T.W.’s play was uprorious [sic] success and that the actors didn’t unduly lacerate his sensibilities. I enclose, as usual bits of news and/or sale-talk as you choose to regard’em.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Pound to an overall size of 20 x 16.75. In fine condition, with scattered creases and intersecting folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. The playwright whom Pound mentions is presumably Tennessee Williams, whose “uprorious success” may very well have been Orpheus Descending, Williams’s follow-up to his Pulitzer Prize-winning Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

679. Thomas de Quincey. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7.25, October 13, [1857]. Letter to his solicitor, John Sudlow, on worries about his daughter and her husband’s involvement in the British army stationed in India. In part: “Two years ago my second daughter married Lt. Col. Baird Smith—favourably known as an artillery officer…a detachment of about 40 native troopers had ridden in to the station, and desired to speak with the commandant Col. S[mith]…went out, and naturally in some anxiety. The men had not announced themselves as mutineers, but he had little doubt… The men replied that such was not their way of thinking. ‘Very well,’ said the Col., ‘then come to this open area, where you can feed your horses, whilst we discuss’…Naturally they followed him without suspicion; and in a few seconds found themselves arranged before a battery… With this advantage, he disarmed and also dismounted them…Major—, who had made himself enemies on every side, was dismissed for the command of the artillery in Delhi; and Col. S. was summoned to succeed him. There at once my poor Florence was stripped of her special protector; and already in the earliest stage of the tumult she had given birth to a daughter; so that secret escape, in the event of necessity arising, would become 10 times less feasible. After this my anxiety became insupportable…This day’s second telegraphic report leaves me no other fear than that the Scoundrels will never stand to face us, or give us an opportunity of that vengeance which every just man desires.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in De Quincey’s hand.Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Literary rights for the objectivist’s lecture, ‘The Moral Factor’ 681. Ayn Rand. Uncommon DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, The Ayn Rand Letter, Inc. letterhead, June 16, 1976. An agreement between Rand and the Palo Alto Book Service to publish the text of her lecture, ‘The Moral Factor,’ given at the Ford Hall Forum on April 11, 1976. In part: “This is to give to the Palo Alto Book Service permission to publish ‘The Moral Factor’—subject to the following conditions: 1. The lecture must be published in full without any cuts or changes of any nature whatsoever. 2. The lecture must be published as a pamphlet of the same format as that previously used by The Objectivist, Inc. 3. The proposed layout for the pamphlet must be sent to me for my prior approval.” Signed in blue ballpoint on the second page by Ayn Rand and countersigned by Robert and Beatrice Hessen. In fine condition, with expected document wear. In ‘The Moral Factor,’ Rand wrote some of her philosophy regarding war and oppressive governments. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“The interest you have shown in my book on Rodin is very valuable” 682. Rainer Maria Rilke. ALS in French, signed “R. M. Rilke,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 8, July 18, 1923. Letter to editor and owner of Stock publishing house Maurice Delamain. In part (translated): “Returned from a trip and am perfectly happy to find the volumes of ‘Notebooks’ and your kind letter. I would be very happy to see the entire book published in the collections of the ‘Librairie Stock’…The interest you have shown in my book on Rodin is very valuable for me; I hope to be able to come back to that very soon.” Rusty paperclip impressions to the top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an export certificate from the French Ministry of Culture. The first work Rilke references is a French translation of his first and only novel, The Notebooks of Malte Laurids Brigge, which he had published in German in 1910. It was translated to French by Maurice Betz and extracts were subsequently published by Stock in Les Contemporain. The second piece mentioned is Rilke’s monograph of Rodin, which he had initially written in 1902–1903 while living in Paris as the sculptor’s secretary and unofficial pupil. Under Rodin’s influence Rilke dramatically transformed his poetic style from one of emotive subjectivity into the concentrated objectivity that would characterize his unprecedented ‘thing-poems’ and elevate him as one of the most important poets of literary modernism. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Substantial literary archive from the French Nobel laureate 683. Romain Rolland. French writer (1866–1944)

who won the 1915 Nobel Prize for Literature. Archive of material sent by Rolland to the publisher Albert Kundig in Geneva, comprised of 12 ALSs, a handwritten list, five signatures clipped from return address areas of envelope panels, and a subscription application filled out by Rolland with his address to receive Le Sang des Autres by René Arcos and Frans Masereel. Letters are untranslated and in French, nine on postcards, dated between 1922 and 1930, most concerning the artistic and literary worlds: four concern a print edition of a La Révolte des machines featuring woodcuts by Masreel, and others mentioning correcting proofs of Jeu de l’Amour et de la Mort and Goethe et Beethoven. The handwritten list provides character names for La Révolte des machines. In overall fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

Fantastic letter from “Newt Scamander, a.k.a. JK Rowling” on the mythical “Wyvern” 685. J. K. Rowling. ALS signed

684. Dante Gabriel Rossetti. Prominent British

painter and writer (1828–1882) who was one of the founders and central figures of the Pre-Raphaelite movement. ALS in Italian, signed “Gabriel Rossetti,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, June 20, circa 1850. Lengthy untranslated letter to the Neapolitan general Guglielmo Pepe, regarding his ‘Narrative of Scenes and Events in Italy from 1847 to 1849.’ Mild foxing, a few stray ink marks and blots, and show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. Pepe published the book to describe his experiences during the Italian revolution of 1848, during which he participated in the siege of Venice. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Newt Scamander, a.k.a. JK Rowling,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, no date [but received May 29, 2001]. Letter to Howard Brayton, in full: “Ah yes, the fabled ‘wyvern.’ Well, naturally I had heard the rumours—the poet Browning’s allusion had not escaped me—and so I set out to investigate. Extensive research, however, has convinced me that the beast in question was a Common Welsh Green whose legs were counted by a Muggle with a very shaky grasp of numeracy. You know how that is, you’re an educational consultant. It is always a blow to have a cherished part of one’s life dismissed as a figment of the imagination, so I tender my apologies to yourself and your alma mater—but we wizards have to deal with that everyday.” In fine condition, with trivial show-through from a small area of discoloration on the reverse. Accompanied by the original letter from Brayton, proposing that Rowling include “Wyvern” in the 53rd edition of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Rowling published Fantastic Beasts—Harry Potter’s textbook on Magizoology, a required text for first-year Hogwarts students—in 2001 under the pseudonym Newt Scamander. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Defending his deviance, the Marquis de Sade responds to an attempt on his life 686. Marquis de Sade. ALS in French, unsigned, four

pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 12.75, no date but circa January 1777. Letter to Maitre Gaufridy. In full (translated): “The memo of this man is false and full of slander, where it is clear that it is carried out by the people who came here, whom I did not want to, I can only answer with the notes added to the given memo; and as for his conduct here, that he denies, the record of the proceedings that he denies and that I have sent you is authentic. This man is obviously a cheater and a man of bad faith, as he had promised Mr. Paulet to be quiet until Lent and yet, he has made some steps. And you see, even assuming that the girl will be released, that rascal will return on the alleged insults to those people who came, you see that he is the Don Quixote. Indeed what has in common the case of his daughter with this slander? All I can tell you is that the girl is ready, she testified that she was happy and had no reason to complain, and that is all what I wanted; but she would have only left with Mr de Castillon, this is something you can certify to this man. Besides, his case is going on and continues with the utmost rigor and if you want to see it, we shall send it to you. We already have enough to hang him though, and so please tell him, that all the witnesses he called for himself did actually file against him yesterday. What to do now. I do not know. If it was me, I know what I would do; because, as it is certain that this man wanted to kill me, I would ask Blancard to stop him on the spot. We would certainly find him with his bullets and pistol; once he would have been arrested, the procedure would soon be over and then we would send horsemen and the procedure to Aix, and in the same time, Mrs would bring her daughter to Mr Castillon. So Sir, that is what to do and what you would probably not do, due to the habit is to crush one who is not happy. But if it is not justice here, at least, I would certainly get much in Paris, and Madame de Montreuil will surely stop this man on his return to Montpellier; all I can add to this is to ask you to watch out this man if you do want to arrest him and to send me two riders from Apt soon, as soon as you lose his track, or that you would have known that he had taken our side. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, tears and some paper loss to bottom edge, ink erosion to several letters, and show-through from writing to opposing sides. This is a response to charges against the Marquis de Sade filed by Mr. Treillet, the father of one of the servants at the Marquis’s Cheateau de Lacoste. Treillet’s daughter, a cook at Lacoste, had been hired along with some other girls through a monk, Father Durand, who is referenced in this letter. Upset by the Marquis’s overt advances, three of them fled from Lacoste and returned to their home in Montpellier. When of the incident reached Treillet, whose daughter had remained, he paid a visit to the Marquis de Sade and demanded to see his daughter, which the Marquis granted. The daughter claimed to be perfectly happy with her situation, had no complaints, and intended to stay at Lacoste. As the Marquis de Sade began to escort her father away from the property, Treillet drew a pistol and fired point blank at his chest. Luckily for the Marquis, the pistol misfired and Treillet fled the scene. Soon afterward he decided that it would be best to send the girl home to Montpellier, but she—apparently under the spell of the Marquis de Sade’s charms—begged to stay, and he relented. An uncommon and exceedingly desirable letter with content encompassing the Marquis de Sade’s frequent legal troubles and famous sexual exploits. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The famously reclusive author visits a Pissarro exhibit and goes to the movies— “I got hooked into seeing Raiders of the Lost Ark”

687. J. D. Salinger. TLS signed “J.,” two pages, 5.5 x 8.5, June 25, 1981. Letter to Janet Eagleson, in part: “The sight of summer in full swing has put me off ever since I can remember. Oddly, I work nicely or at least normally amidst all this alien greening and flowering and burgeoning…The woodshed crew, hammerers and power-tool users, have been here, have come and gone, leaving me rattly and pale, but with a shelter of sorts for some twenty cords of wood. As ugly a structure as any I’ve seen…I took the early morning bus in to Boston one morning to do what I almost never do, or do only when Travelling: went to see some particular pictures in a gallery. The Pissarro exhibit. Had a strong notion of checking to see if you might be free…but then I remembered I owed a friend in Boston, a chronic ail-er and manic depressive, a courtesy call…When or ever was there anything good or easy in a threeway conversation. Anyway, the whole handful (of hundreds) of the Pissarro pictures are wonderful…Have seen no good movies, except The Last Metro, which wasn’t exactly indelibly fine, but Deneuve herself maybe was, or came close. I got hooked into seeing Raiders of the Lost Ark which might be excused for its unwitty, unfunny awful socko-ness if it had been put together by Harvard Lampoon seniors. I’ll coast on the Deneuve performance for the rest of the summer. She was always a good actress, but had never seen her with all this much restraint and finesse.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Salinger was indeed a movie buff and owned an extensive collection of classics, with his favorites including Gigi, The Lady Vanishes, The 39 Steps, and the comedies of W.C. Fields, Laurel and Hardy, and the Marx Bros. A wonderful, warm letter to a close friend commenting on both his reclusive country life and attempts to venture out into public. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Incredible unpublished 19-page working manuscript for Critique of Dialectical Reason

688. Jean-Paul Sartre. Substantial handwritten manuscript fragment in French, unsigned, nineteen gridded pages, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. An untranslated and unpublished portion of Sartre’s working manuscript for the important philosophical book Critique of Dialectical Reason, containing some thoughts on his existentialist understanding of the political dimension of human existence. The manuscript concerns a diverse selection of material from throughout the book, with each page relating to a different passage and often greatly differing from the final version as published in 1960. In fine condition, with light toning and small edge tears. Following his 1943 work Being and Nothingness, Critique of Dialectical Reason was Sartre’s second large-scale philosophical treatise and ranks among the most significant philosophical works in his corpus. His concern in the Critique is with the historical significance of everyday life examined through the lens of Marxism and the work represents his greatest attempt at synthesizing his existentialist philosophy with sociological analysis. Owing to its complexities and nuance the Critique is one of Sartre’s most discussed and relevant works today, with some arguing that it represents a departure from his original existentialism while others read it as a continuation and elaboration upon his earlier work. Sartre himself considered Critique of Dialectical Reason one of his most important pieces and near the end of his life declared it the principal philosophical work for which he wished to be remembered. Penned by Sartre in the course of writing his Critique, this lengthy manuscript represents a remarkable development in the history of 20th-century thought. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 196 | April 15, 2015 | LITERATURE

Extremely rare Nadar carte-de-visite 689. George Sand. Eminent French author (1804–1876) born Aman-

tine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin, better known by the masculine pen name she adopted early in her career. Rare 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Sand in a three-quarter-length pose, signed and inscribed on the mount in blue ink, “A mon ami M…G. Sand.” Published by Nadar of Paris. The name of the recipient in Sand’s inscription scratched off, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

690. Henryk Sienkiewicz. Novelist (1846–1916) who received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905. TLS in French, three pages, 8.25 x 10.5, December 10, 1907. Untranslated statement calling for an autonomous kingdom of Poland. In fine condition, with mild toning and a rusty paperclip mark to upper left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

691. Shel Silverstein. A handwritten draft manuscript and notes in pencil,

unsigned, on both sides of a 5 x 8.75 airplane paper bag. On one side, he draws a small sketch of a man’s head, writing three stanzas of poetry below, two of which are crossed out. In part: “So little boys & little girls / When you are men and ladies / theres nothing that will be as sweet / you’ll find as sweet / that’s worth making more / than makin’ love and babies.” On the opposite side he wrote a short list: “(1) When Mrs. / (2) Said he / (3) Said she / (4) they found / (5) the birds / (6) Pregnant / (7) So Little.” The bottom of the bag is folded over, on which a fourth stanza appears: “The Birds and Bees all around they flew / And chirped & Buzzed so gaily / ‘So this is what the people do / For makin love and babies’” In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling. Accompanied by an unsigned 50th anniversary edition of The Giving Tree. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Biblical verse from Uncle Tom’s Cabin 692. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Lengthy

AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 7.5 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “Harriet Beecher Stowe, April 25, 1892.” Stowe quotes from the preface of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, in full: “‘He shall not fail nor be discouraged till he have set judgment in the earth. He shall deliver the needy when he crieth, the poor and him that hath no helper. He shall redeem their souls from deceit and violence; precious shall their blood be in his sight.” Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait of the author to an overall size of 17 x 14. Uniform toning and a slightly trimmed left edge, otherwise fine condition. Quotes from Stowe’s influential canonical work are uncommon and exceptionally desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

693. John Steinbeck. TLS, one page on a 5.5 x 3.25 postcard,

no date. Letter to Diana Moss, in part: “I have your charming letter of March 17th and I deeply regret that concentration on some, to me, very important work makes it impossible to acknowledge your letter in the manner it deserves.” In very good condition, with scattered foxing, creasing to corners, ink marks through Steinbeck’s second address, and a PSA/DNA label affixed to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

694. Rabindranath Tagore. Off-white postcard, 5.5 x 3.5, signed in

fountain pen, “Rabindranath Tagore,” with a collector’s date notation of 1916 below the signature. Some light soiling and wear to edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“We stand before its productions and say: I know you as I know myself, you are real” 695. Rabindranath Tagore. Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. AMS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, no date. On a page labeled “6,” Tagore adds to a typed passage, in full: “The tremulous leaves beaten by the rain opened before my mind a vision of the world which does not merely carry an information but a revelation. This is the function of art. It has the magic wand which gives undying reality to all things it touches, and relates them to the personal being in us. We stand before its productions and say: I know you as I know myself, you are real.” Intersecting folds and light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photo of Tagore during his visit to the Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre, as well as a postcard signed by several people present at Woodbrooke. A revised version of this text appears in Tagore’s compilation of lectures published in 1931 under the title The Religion of Man, throughout which he deals with the largely universal themes of God, divine experience, illumination, and spirituality. A fantastic piece of the poet’s wisdom. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

696. Leo Tolstoy. Large and bold ink sig-

nature, in Cyrillic, on an off-white 4.5 x 1 slip dated 1902. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned cabinet photo of a younger Tolstoy by an anonymous studio. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

The adored Mary Poppins creator 697. P. L. Travers. Australian novelist, actress, and journalist (1899–1996) best remembered for writing Mary Poppins. TLS, one page, 6 x 8, personal letterhead, October 26, 1967. Letter to Evelyn Byrne, in full: “I am happy for you to use my letter, but only in the original form in which it was written. If you care to do this, I am happy to give you permission.” Travers adds a postscript, “N. B. You could leave out the paragraph about my lawyer if his letter is too long!” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original letter of transmittal, a photocopy of the initial letter sent to Byrne, and the original mailing envelope, addressed in Travers’s hand. Byrne ran a program at New York City’s Elizabeth Barrett Browning Junior High School where she asked major literary and artistic figures for recollections of what books inspired them; some responses were published in the 1971 book Attacks of Taste. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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“The Lord of the Rings has astonished me,” writes Tolkien, giving marvelous detail of the development and success of his masterpiece: “The poor ‘Hobbit’ is a non-casualty, alive but damaged” 698. J. R. R. Tolkien. ALS, five pages on three sheets, 7.5 x 9.5, no date. Letter to admirer H. Cotton Minchin regarding publication of The Lord of the Rings and his continuing work, in part: “I once had myself the idea of preparing a special volume of material for ‘specialists,’ but under the shadow of the great production costs this did not come off. It might now, however, be a practical position, as they say. The chief objection is the labour involved (on my part) and the weight of other duties which demand most of my time.... Maps take a lot of time and work. It would of course be impossible to make a map of an ‘invented’ tale or rather to write a mappable tale, unless one started with a Map from the beginning. That I did though inevitably some inconsistencies, needing the adjustment of map or text, crept in in the course of a long work, constantly interrupted….there is always a rush at the end where the thesis must at last be put into presentable form. So it was with this book. I had to call in the help of my son Christopher (the C.T. or CJRT of the modest initials on the maps), a better calligraphist than myself, and a sound student of ‘hobbit-lore’… I had to devote days, the last three almost without sleep in drawing re-scaling and readjusting a huge map. At this Christopher then worked for about 20 hours non-stop…and produced the published map, just in time. Inconsistencies in spelling (and omissions) are mainly my fault, for instance it was only in the last stages that I abandoned K in the spelling or transcription of Elvish names—in spite of my son’s protest. He holds that few or none will pronounce Cirith right, in spite of the Appendix. It appears as Kirith on the map, as it did formerly in the text… I am, all the same, primarily a ‘philologist.’ To me far the most absorbing interest is the Elvish tongues… So my plans for the ‘specialist volume’ were largely linguistic.…But it eventually became plain that the size and cost would sink the boat; so it had to be postponed. And some other things. Among them the facsimiles of three pages of the Book of Mazarbul, which I had spent some time in forging, burned, tattered, and stained with blood, really necessary as an accompaniment to Ch. 5 of Book Two. But the problems raised by this extra volume increase…. It will be a large volume, even if I attend only to the things revealed to my very limited understanding of a complicated world! But personally, I desire and intend first of all to put into order the Silmarilion, with associated legends of the Beginning and the First and Second Ages. All of these were written first; and it was my wish to issue the corpus chronologically (It would have lightened parts of the Lord of the Rings). But it was only as a sequel to The Hobbit that publication proved possible. The ‘Little People’ floated the whole unwieldy ship, bless them. As it is, The Lord of the Rings has astonished me, and I believe the gallant publishers still more. It’s actually selling more than well, in spite of 3 guineas and the borrowing habit….The fact that I have worked at the

book unremunerated for 18 years and sacrificed in that time other involvements does not touch its heart at all….Works that have taken a long time to make are simply victimized…. I am glad you approve the appearance of the Three Vols. They cost about £4,000 to produce and put on sale. That has to be covered before I get any cash reward. I get no ‘royalty’ but an eventual share of profits. The poor ‘Hobbit’ is a non-casualty, alive but damaged. The original editions were far better—and larger, with grand margins. But the stocks went up in smoke in the war-fires of London….The titles of the Volumes are unsatisfactory, since the vols. are a mere publishing convenience and have no unity. But the publishers for practical purposes rightly, insisted on the division into three parts, and for sales reasons demanded titles other than parts i, ii, iii. The ‘break’ is at least clean between books Two and Three. The ‘departure of Boromir’ could as well (or better) belong to Book Two, and at one time did. Its transference lightened Vol i and strengthened Vol ii.” Tolkien also adds two handwritten postscripts, both signed “J.R.R.T.” The first reads: “I fear you may now feel that you have gotten an answer longer than you could wish. Though you may have guessed that an author so long-winded would either say nothing or a lot.” The second is a comment on the postmark and stamp. Several areas of dampstaining to second page, which remains still mostly legible, a horizontal fold passing through signature, and a paperclip impression to top. Written during the initial success of the first publications of The Lord of the Rings (but prior to their recouping the production cost of £4,000, which “has to be covered before I get any cash reward,” according to the author), this extraordinary letter holds a wealth of insight into the world of the Rings. In discussing the financial constraints of the project, and the “volume of material for ‘specialists’” that he had planned to create—“a large volume, even if I attend only to the things revealed to my very limited understanding of a complicated world!”—he delves in to such topics as the nuances of the Elvish language, the need for a more thorough explanation of the origins of Middle-Earth’s residents and place-names, and the ceaseless requests from his new audience, eager for more information on his world: musicians requesting tunes, archaeologist enquiring about metallurgy and architecture, botanists seeking information about the plant-life, historians interesting in the politics of Gondor, etc. An absolutely astonishing letter from the creator of the most famous fantasy world in all of literature, revealing the allconsuming effect that it had—and continues to have—on fans around the world. Written in his stunning calligraphic hand, this lengthy letter is one of the finest known to exist, both in content and appearance, indulging in the details of the Rings that captured the imaginations of millions. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500) www.RRAuction.com | 201

Commenting on a literary work “filled with strong thoughts very successfully expressed” 699. Voltaire. LS in French, one page, 7.25 x 9, July 11, 1764. Letter to Antoine Maillet du Clarion in Paris, thanking him for the work he sent. In part (translated): “It is filled with strong thoughts very successfully expressed; it is certainly an engineering work, and one can not read it without holding you in high esteem.” Intersecting folds with small edge separations and small tears along the right edge, otherwise fine condition. Voltaire sent this letter from Ferney, where he lived for the last 20 years of his life after moving away from Geneva due to its ban on theater. He decided to become the enlightened ‘patriarch’ of the little village, and initiated the development of pottery, watchmaking, and theater industries in the town; his influence was so profound that the community was renamed Ferney-Voltaire after the French Revolution. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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700. Giuseppe Ungaretti. Ital-

i an mo d e rni st poet, journalist, and essayist (1888–1970) considered one of the most prominent contributors to 20th century Italian literature. ALS in Italian, one page, 8.75 x 11.5, February 10, 1935. Letter to the Italian writer and journalist Ugo Ojetti, thanking him for sending a newspaper article that mentions him in a very positive way, adding that he rarely gets articles about himself since he no longer subscribes to the media monitoring company Eco della Stampa. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds and overall foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

701. William Carlos Williams. TLS signed “Bill,” one page, 8 x

11.25, no date. Letter to Harvey. In full: “O’Hara is much too modest, Hemingway is not only the most important writer since Shakespear [sic], he is the most important writer also since Isaiah and Mickey Mouse. Let’s all otherwise go swallow an Episcopal Archbishop’s mitre backwards.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature) and trivial tears to top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

702. Emile Zola. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, July 18, 1884.

Letter to dramatist William Bertrand Busnach. In part (translated): “I leave in a few hours. My address is: at Benodet from Quimper, Finistere. Don’t promise the play before the 15th of October. It will be too difficult to finish it for this date. And send it to me as soon as possible, with a lot of attention.” Central vertical and horizontal folds and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Busnach adapted several of Zola’s novels for the stage, including L’Assommoir, Nana, and Pot-Bouille. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

703. Stefan Zweig. Austrian novelist and playwright (1881–1942).

TLS in German, one page both sides, 9 x 11.5, July 23, 1923. Untranslated response to a lady who wanted to translate his drama “Jeremiah” into Russian. Central vertical and horizontal folds with small edge separations, show-through from text to opposing sides, and a small tear to the bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. The first complete Russian edition of Zweig’s works was published by arrangement with Maxim Gorky from 1928 to 1930. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

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704. American Authors

705. American Authors

706. James M. Barrie

708. Truman Capote

709. Rachel Carson

710. Isak Dinesen

Starting Bid $200

712. Robert Frost Starting Bid $200

716. Rudyard Kipling Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

714. Thomas Hardy Starting Bid $200

717. Alfred A. Knopf Starting Bid $200

718. Selma Lagerlof Starting Bid $200

707. Robert Browning Starting Bid $200

711. Anatole France Starting Bid $200

715. Bret Harte Starting Bid $200

719. Jack London Starting Bid $200

720. Jack London and Bret Harte

721. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

722. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

723. Norman Mailer

724. Norman Mailer

725. Eugene Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill

726. John Howard Payne

727. Josephin Peladan

728. Luigi Pirandello

729. Rudolph Ruzicka

730. George Bernard Shaw

731. George Bernard Shaw

732. Harriet Beecher Stowe

733. Algernon Swinburne

734. Tennessee Williams

735. Tennessee Williams

Starting Bid $200

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classic music Recommending his own 1st Symphony in E flat major: “It has had a lot of public success. F. Liszt has spoken about it a lot, and positively”

736. Alexander Borodin. Important Russian composer (1833–1877) dedicated to producing a specifically Russian kind of art music.

ALS in French, signed “A. Borodin,” eight pages on two sets of adjoining sheets , 5.25 x 8.25, June 29, 1884. A lengthy letter written from St. Petersburg, discussing several musical topics, in part (translated): “The first name I’d mention to you is Alexander Glazunov. He has an altogether exceptional talent...he knew by heart all the remarkable works of the great masters and modern composers and made the most detailed analyses. Messrs Balakirev and Rimsky-Korsakov—when he was a student—saw that there was nothing left for them to teach him— simply offered their best wishes as if they were his colleagues.” He goes on to discuss other composers in similar detail, including Nicolas Stcherbatcheff, Nicolas Ladigenski, and Anatoly Liadov. He draws his correspondent’s attention to the Liadov’s Paraphrases, noting that it was written with “Mr. Cui, Rimsky-Korsakov and your humble servant. You probably know this bizarre little work? Liszt likes it a lot and wrote a number for the second edition.” Borodin then turns his attention to his own music, in part: “Regarding the concerts of Russian music that you propose at Liege, we would be most obliged to you and, naturally, we’d send you the score and orchestra parts. As for my 2nd Symphony (in B minor) I’d like to make a small observation. The score and the parts are still unedited and I’d only be able to send you a manuscript score and parts… Wouldn’t you find it more prudent to begin with my 1st Symphony in E flat major, which has a more European feel? It’s easier to understand, and already has a certain reputation in Germany…It has had a lot of public success. F. Liszt has spoken about it a lot, and positively. The score and orchestral parts are already in print. It seems to me that you risk less by staging a premiere of my Symphony in E flat major in Liege, where the public only know me from The Steppenskizze.” Tiny edge separations to horizontal mailing fold, light toning, and a bit of show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. A fantastic, rare letter highlighting the expanding influence of Russian music throughout the rest of Europe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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737. Max Bruch. German composer (1838– 1920) who wrote over 200 works, including staples of the violin repertoire. ALS in German, signed “Dr. Max Bruch,” five pages on adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, June 8, 1905. In part (translated): “For Hirschel (or Gregory) Livschitz, from Russia, who was not my student in spring but only now and then received artistic advice from me, I collected, not without effort, some aid money in February and March, when he arrived here totally penniless. When in April he started to behave badly and ungratefully towards me, I did not want to be concerned with him any longer and sent him the remainder of the money—almost 100 marks…But he returned me the money—seemingly in excess of defiance and megalomania—in an insolent…manner, and since then I keep the money as unclaimed property….If you come to see me tomorrow…to hand out the remainder (100 marks) to you, on condition that you give me a written declaration signed by Livschitz himself, that he regrets his behaviour and now asks for the payout of the remainder. Apart from that, I only wish to not be concerned with this man who caused me nothing but sorry and trouble.” Light foxing and soiling (most noticeable to first page) and filing holes to the left edge (affecting a couple words), otherwise fine condition. An interesting letter from his longtime position teaching composition at the Berlin Hochschule fur Musik. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“Faith is everything in life” 738. Maria Callas. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 11, June 13, 1975. In full: “Faith is everything in life. Without faith one cannot exist. I could have never of made such a career without absolute faith in myself—I repeat myself—because of others we cannot expect too much. If we are strong inside us we will also be able to pardon others weaknesses—and many are weak and irresponsible—but also many are good and fine persons. As for wisdom—that is very rare. It is a gift God gave to very few. There should be much more of wisdom, but there also we have to take life as it comes, but never lose faith in ourselves. And never forget integrity—honesty, and gratefulness.” Affixed to a slightly smaller sheet. In fine condition, with slight overall block of toning from previous display. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

739. American Composers. Collection of nine items,

comprised of one signature and eight FDCs, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint by an American composer, including: Leonard Bernstein, Frederick Loewe, Meredith Willson, Robert Russell Bennett, William Howard Schuman, Virgil Thomson, Abram Chasins, Morton Gould, and Burton Lane. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

740. Maria Callas. Glossy 4 x 5.75 photo of Callas in a white fur robe and tiara, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The composer of the Marseillaise

742. Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle. French army

741. Enrico Caruso. Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Caruso

in a handsome white suit, signed in fountain pen, with a collector’s date notation of 1915 below the signature. In fine condition, with the collector’s name etched into the upper right and some trivial brushing to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

officer and composer (1760–1836) who wrote the words and music to the French national anthem, La Marseillaise. ALS in French, signed “J. Rouget de Lisle,” one page, 4.75 x 7.75, no date. Untranslated. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), repaired tears and paper loss to left edge (affecting a couple words), and a few small holes to the body, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Over 50 pages of autograph manuscripts by the experimental composer 743. Henry Cowell. Pio-

neering American composer (1897–1963) best known for his experimental, avantgarde works employing a wide range of innovative sonic resources, including new ways of playing the piano. Archive of material from Cowell, highlighted by a substantial collection of autograph musical manuscripts, also including a few letters and unsigned ephemera. The manuscript is bound inside a ragged folder labeled “Encores by Henry Cowell, Opus I,” 26 pages both sides, 10.5 x 13.75, entirely filled with handwritten compositions in pencil titled and signed at the top by Cowell. Also includes an ALS signed “Henry,” two pages, 6 x 9, no date but postmarked January 25, 1917, writing that he hopes to study with Leo Ornstein. An ANS signed “Henry” on a 1918 postcard is also present, as well as a facsimile copy of a Christmas composition signed and inscribed at the bottom. Also includes several unsigned programs for musical events. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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David Felder Long recognized as a leader in his generation of American composers, David Felder holds a remarkably impressive resume. Featured at leading international festivals and frequently performed by such notable organizations as the New York New Music Ensemble, American Composers Orchestra, and Buffalo Philharmonic, his work has earned a privileged place in modern music. Felder currently holds the Birge-Cary Chair in composition at SUNY Buffalo and has been the Director of the Center for 21st Century Music at the University since 2006. RR Auction is pleased to offer these two outstanding manuscripts from this inspiring musician, a unique and lasting voice in the field.

744. David Felder. Exceptional autograph musical manuscript in pencil, twelve pages on three sets of adjoining music manuscript paper, 10.5 x 13.25, signed and titled at the top in pencil, “Shredder, David Felder.” A final draft of “Shredder” with some evidence of revision, composed in 2001 for brass ensemble, timpani, and electric bass or synthesizer. The score is of the complete work and thoroughly impressive. In fine condition. This piece was commissioned by the Metalafonico ensemble and first performed in Buffalo, New York, in June 2001. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

745. David Felder. Excep-

tional autograph musical manuscript in pencil, unsigned, three pages on adjoining music manuscript paper, 10.5 x 13.25, titled and dated on the front, “Insomnia (08).” A final draft of “Insomnia” with several revisions, composed in 2008 for solo bass voice and percussion. In addition to the score, Felder jots down several notes in the margins and musical sketch material on the front. Two small tape-repaired tears to the bottom edge and a couple surface scuffs to the front, otherwise fine condition. This piece is a setting of a poem by Dana Gioia commissioned for the ‘Works and Progress Series’ at the Guggenheim Museum, where it premiered on April 27, 2008. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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746. Louis Moreau Gottschalk. Gifted pianist and composer (1829–1869) who was one of the first figures in American music to attain an international reputation. His colorful keyboard works, often inspired by the Creole music he heard in his Louisiana childhood, pioneered the use of ethnic source materials in American ‘classical’ music. AMQS on an off-white 5 x 6 lightly-lined sheet. Gottschalk pens a single bar of music consisting of 11 notes, signed at the bottom, “With kind regards, L. M. Gottschalk, Saratoga, 2d Sept, 1864.” In very good condition, with small repaired tear to bottom edge, scattered toning and foxing, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

747. Edvard Grieg. Desirable AMQS on an off-white 8.25 x 5.25 sheet,

crisply signed in bold ink, “Edvard Grieg, Warschau,” and dated April 14. Grieg pens three bars of music at a tempo of “Allegro,” apparently from his ‘Norwegian Peasant Dances, Op. 72.’ In very good condition, with dampstaining to the upper right corner (affecting the last bar of the musical quote), and scattered creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

The pianist writes of playing with Busoni, Ysaye, Casals, and Enesco 748. Clara Haskil. Romanian classical pianist (1895–1960), renowned for her interpretational performances and recordings of Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann, and Scarlatti. Collection of nine ALSs, each signed “Clara Haskil” or “Clara H.,” totaling 24 pages, dated 1958–1959. Haskil writes to Gerard Bauer, discussing concerts and health problems, sadness over the death of Francis Carco, and other topics. In a letter dated December 5, 1958, she writes that her concerts “have had considerable success…[with] an ovation when I arrived.” Another, dated February 4, 1959, in part (translated): “The essential facts of my artistic life were meeting with Busoni who wanted to take me to Berlin (1911) and take care of my career, the one with Ysaye (with whom I played 10 Beethoven sonatas), with Casals and Enesco (with whom I played) and many great leaders.” A third, dated June 27, 1959, in part (translated): “The concert in London with Giulini left me fond memories because I was rarely accompanied with as much sensitivity in sensing what I was going to do. It was really quite exceptional.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by original mailing envelopes for most letters addressed in Haskil’s hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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749. Fromental Halevy. French composer of over thirty operas, best known for La Juive (1799–1862). Lengthy AMQS on an off-white 11.75 x 8.75 sheet, signed at the conclusion, “F. Halevy, 8 Mai 1854.” Halevy pens twenty-four bars of music and lyrics from “Romance de Guido et Ginevra,” writing the title at the top. In fine condition, with light toning and soiling to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

750. Zoltan Kodaly. Prominent Hungarian composer, educator, ethnomusicologist, linguist, author, and philosopher (1882–1967). ALS in German, signed “Z. Kodaly,” one page both sides, 6.75 x 10.25, February 7, 1928. Letter to soprano and teacher Marya Freund concerning an appearance at Budapest. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

751. Franz Lehar. Signed book: the piano and vocal score for Giuditta. Leipzig: Verlag W. Karczag, 1933. Expertly rebound in a quarter-leather blue binding with original cover preserved and restored, 9.25 x 12.25, 162 pages. Boldly signed and inscribed on the title page in German, and dated Vienna, July 24, 1933. Overall brittle toning to pages, various chips to edges, and aforementioned restoration to original cover, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Powerful quote from his opera ‘Le Roi d’Ys’ 752. Edouard Lalo. French composer (1823–1892). AMQS on an 8.5 x 6.5 sheet of musically-lined paper. Lalo pens seven bars of music and lyrics on a system of four staves, identifying the work, “the first act of ‘Le Roi d’Ys.’” The passage is for Rozen, the king’s daugther, with the lyric reading, (translated): “In silence why suffer / in my heart reveal your pain!,” and signed at the bottom, “E. Lalo.” On the reverse Lalo had penned nearly the same four bars on a three-stave system, but has neatly crossed them out. Page is inlaid into an 11 x 8.5 off-white sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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753. Franz Liszt.

ALS in French, signed “F. Liszt,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, March 4, 1898. Letter to composer and music publisher Antonio Pacini, discussing his intention to publish a work with 101 compositions from across Europe. Liszt proposes to include a piece “of my style so that you can add my monosyllabic name to your publication.” He does not “know yet what would be right to send,” and requests Pacini’s ideas on the subject. Liszt then asks that it also be sent to music publisher Ricordi in Milan, who might be interested in buying copies. Intersecting folds passing through the signature, light show-through from writing to opposing sides, and a repaired area of paper loss to the last page from seal removal (affecting a few words), otherwise fine condition. A charming letter with interesting music content. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Rare Mendelssohn canon in C minor 754. Felix MendelssohnBartholdy. Prodigiously gifted

German Romantic composer (1809–1847). His musical output represents virtually every form and genre of the era, ranging from piano and chamber music to symphonies and other orchestral music to such large-scale choral masterpieces. Rare and lengthy AMQS on an off-white 12.25 x 8.25 sheet, signed at the conclusion (translated), “In kindest remembrance of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy.” Mendelssohn pens 14 bars of music on two staves, identifying it above as “Canone a 2,” with the place and date below, “Leipzig 28th Marz, 1841.” In fine condition, with light overall toning (heavier to edges), a few tears repaired with tape to reverse, and a few other small edge chips and tears (none affecting the music or signature). Pencil notation to reverse describes it as an unpublished canon in E-flat minor (misidentified, as this is in C minor). This is most likely a later transcript of the original canons composed in 1837–38. The earliest known example, dated February 1839, is now preserved in the Bibliotheque National in Paris. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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The Israel Philharmonic orchestra “will always represent an intrinsic part of the hopes and reality of the State of Israel” 755. Yehudi Menuhin. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, The Drake letterhead, November 8, 1961. Fantastic

letter concerning the Israel Philharmonic. In part: “To me, as a violinist, the pattern culminating in the existence of the Israel Philharmonic orchestra seems clear and inevitable, the violin being, par excellence, perhaps even more than the piano, the prime expression of the Jewish musician. By this very token, it seems supremely logical that it should have fallen to a great violinist, Bronislav Hubermann, to have realized the ideal of growing this orchestra, which in its turn, existing before the State of Israel became a fact, was the first concrete symbol of things to come. This orchestra, therefore, will always represent an intrinsic part of the hopes and reality of the State of Israel.” Scattered creases, brushing to a few letters, and filing holes to the left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

756. Giacomo Meyerbeer. German-born

composer (1791–1864) best known for such operas as Les Hugenots and Robert le diable. ALS in German, signed “G. Meyerbeer,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. Letter to his “revered teacher,” in part (translated): “I am back to Paris for a few days…It will make me happy if you give me the honor of accepting my invitation for dinner.” In very good condition, with heavy intersecting folds, partial separations taperepaired on the reverse, and overall foxing and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

757. Jacques Offenbach. French com-

poser (1819–1880) best known for his popular stage works, most notably Orpheus in the Underworld (including the famous ‘Can-Can’) and The Tales of Hoffmann. ALS in French, one page both sides, 4 x 5, blindstamped personal letterhead, March 3, 1866. Letter to Mr. Wolf. In part (translated): “I regret that I can not accept your amicable invitation, but very serious matters force me to stay at my hotel—when I am free for a minute I shall come to bid my farewell to your charming daughter.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

758. Hans Pfitzner. Self-proclaimed ‘anti-modernist’ German composer (1869–1949), best

known for his opera Palestrina, based on the life of the famed sixteenth-century composer. Mattefinish 7.75 x 7.75 photo of Pfitzner looking contemplative, affixed to its original 12 x 16 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in German in fountain pen, and dated February 1927. Also signed on the mount in pencil by the photographer. Several significant tears to the mount, chipping to edges, paper loss to mount corners, and silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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From Puccini’s draft of La Fanciulla del West 759. Giacomo Puccini. Handwritten musical manuscript, unsigned, one page, 10.75 x 14.75, no date. A correction page from La Fanciulla del West, Act II, following the words ‘e redimermi in una vita di lavoro e d’amore,’ and comprising two eighth notes of anacrusis, four measures, and one eighth note. In very good condition, with scattered foxing, creases, and several edge tears. The study score, which was printed by Ricordi in 1925, noted down these bars on p. 287; in the Catalogue of Puccini’s Works edited by Dieter Schickling, they were registered under 78.E.5 and are considered as the opera’s final version. However, the present musical text differs from both the voice and the horn section of Schickling (who recorded the full autograph score under 78.B.1), but complies with the score’s first edition published by Ricordi in 1910 (Schickling 78.E.1A)—the present page was likely written in connection with the editing of the printed score in 1910. As Schickling writes on p. 313: ‘In that month [i.e. August 1910] in Viareggio, Puccini and Toscanini discussed the details for the first performance, particularly the appropriate tempi…so that conductor exerted an influence on details of the first edition of the full score (78.E.1A) and the first piano-vocal score (78.E.1).’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

760. Albert Roussel. Lead-

ing French composer during the interwar period (1869–1937). ALS in French, one page both sides, 8 x 5, February 22, 1930. Letter to Irving Schwerké, the music critic of the Chicago Tribune, in part (translated): “I was pleased to learn…you had listened with pleasure the concert of Antwerp…by the German radios. Special newspapers were incorrectly transcribed, the titles of my works were: ‘Evocations’ and ‘Psalm LXXX.’ [The former] consist of three parts, the last being with chorus. This work evokes visions of India where I have traveled before. The three parts are: Gods in the Shadow of Caves—The Pink City—On the banks of the sacred river….The Evocations, you have heard, are transcribed for two pianos, four hands.” In fine condition, with a trimmed right edge. From the collection of Irving Schwerke. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Three bars from his Second Chamber Symphony presented to a military officer 761. Sergei Rachmaninoff and Igor Stravinsky. Desirable

pairing of signatures: a fountain pen signature, “S. Rachmaninoff,” on an off-white 6 x 2.25 slip; and a red ballpoint signature, “Igor Stravinsky,” on an off-white 4 x 2.75 slip. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

762. Anton Rubinstein. Rus-

sian pianist, composer, and conductor who became a pivotal figure in Russian culture when he founded the Saint Petersburg Conservatory (1829–1894). ALS in German, signed “Ant. Rubinstein,” one page, 5.25 x 7.75, August 12, 1891. Letter to Mr. Bock. In part (translated): “I am well prepared to conduct the [opera] ‘Makkabaer’ with MorauOlden at the Kroll Opera House…I need at least two rehearsals of regular conducting—so if that is possible I would be pleased.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), mild mirroring to ink, and a trivial spot of toning to one corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

764. Arnold Schoenberg. 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 20th century music. AMQS on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card, Schoenberg pens three bars from his Second Chamber Symphony, signed and inscribed, “From Second Chamber Symphony To Lieutenant Commander (S) A. R. Davis Cordially Arnold Schoenberg February 1946.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

765. Clara Schumann. ALS in German, signed “C.

763. Arnold Schoenberg. Vintage ink signature, “From Fritz Mehlich, Arnold Schoenberg, 26.VI.1932,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Schumann,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.35 postcard, July 28, 1894. Letter to Mrs. Scholz, in part (translated): “We received your card with great sadness—what trials those are!... Wouldn’t you like to go to some better air for a little while, dearest Mrs. Scholz? Do strengthen your nerves a little. In Hamburg as well as in the Taunus, the air is supposed to be so good! And nature is such gentle comforter! Could we only conjure you here, you would forget your sorrow for a few moments!” Also addressed on the reverse in Schumann’s hand. In fine condition, with some toned adhesive remnants to upper portion, and light creasing to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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771. Richard Strauss. Foun-

tain pen signature, “Dr. Richard Strauss, Lisbon, 7 Mai, 1908,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 postcard. Scattered soiling and toning, and adhesive remnant to top right corner, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

767. John Philip Sousa. AMQS on a 5.25 x 3.5 photo postcard of the White House’s Blue Room. Sousa pens five bars from his march ‘The Washington Post,’ identifying it below and signing, “John Philip Sousa, 1912.” Some light wear to corners and the signature a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

769. Richard Strauss. Exceptional

matte-finish 3.25 x 5 postcard portrait of Strauss with a severe expression on his face, signed in black ink, “Dr. Richard Strauss.” Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 8.75 x 10.75. In fine condition, with some light contrast to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

770. Richard Strauss. ALS in German, one page on a 5.5 x

3.5 postcard, July 12, 1897. Untranslated. In fine condition, with two punch holes to top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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772. Edgar Varese. French-born

composer who spent the greater part of his career in the United States (1883–1965). ALS in French, signed “Varese,” one page, 5.75 x 7.25, December 2, 1956. Letter to the French music critic Jean Roy. In part (translated): “I sent—by request—your address to Miss Vivier who wished to thank you for having been included on the album cover. Who is Silva?” In fine condition, with show-through from printed airmail information to the reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

773. Henry Clay Work. American composer and songwriter (1832–1884) best known for his work produced during the Civil War. Handwritten musical manuscript, unsigned, one page on a 10.5 x 3 sheet of lined music paper, no date. Work pens the music and lyrics to the tenor part of the nine-measure chorus of his famous song, titled “Marching thro’ Georgia” in the upper left corner. Work writes, “Hurrah! hurrah! We bring the jubilee; Hurrah! hurrah! the flag that makes you free: So we sang the chorus from Atlanta to the sea, While we were marching thro’ Georgia.” In fine condition, with a few vertical creases and wrinkles. Inspired by Sherman’s March to the Sea, Work wrote ‘Marching Through Georgia’ at the end of the previous year. Thanks to its lively melody, the song was immensely popular, its million sheet-music sales being unprecedented. Starting Bid $200

Scarce letter by the Romantic master, hoping the ‘devil won’t foil his plans’ 774. Giuseppe Verdi. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Verdi,” one

page, 4.25 x 6.75, May 5, 1891. Letter to Italian novelist Edmondo de Amicis. Verdi writes that, as long as the ‘devil doesn’t foil his plans,’ he will arrive in Genoa on Saturday at 6 o’clock in the evening. He also makes a list for de Amicis: “No 1. Peppina, 2. Comm: De Amicis, 3. Contadino de St. Agata.” Matted with an unsigned postcard of Verdi to an overall size of 11.5 x 8.25. In fine condition, with a few pencil notations at the top. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Verdi’s hand. Verdi’s estate was at St. Agata, where he lived for over fifty years and owned a considerable amount of property. A coveted letter by the important composer. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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contemporary music Scott’s final tour with AC/DC

775. AC/DC. Program for AC/DC’s Highway to Hell 1979 European tour, 8.25 x 11.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Phil Rudd, AC/DC,” “Cliff Williams, AC/DC,” and “Angus Young,” with Malcolm Young and Bon Scott signing and inscribing on separate interior pages in blue ballpoint. Mild wear and creasing to covers, a significant diagonal crease to right side of front cover, and some surface rubbing (partially affecting the Williams signature), otherwise fine condition. Promoting the album that turned AC/DC into international household names, this highly desirable European tour program was signed by the band shortly before Scott’s tragic death in early 1980. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL. Starting Bid $1000

From their last show at the Cavern Club 776.

Beatles. Vintage ballpoint signatures of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr on an off-white 5.25 x 3.25 lightly-lined album page. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold passing through the signatures, moderate overall foxing and soiling, and slight paper loss to the lower left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the autographs were obtained at the Cavern Club in Liverpool on August 3, 1963—their very last show at the venue. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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777. Beatles. Vintage blue ballpoint signatures and

inscription, “To Janice, love from the Beatles, George Harrison,” and “John Lennon,” and in black ballpoint, “Ringo Starr xxx,” on an off-white 2.5 x 4.5 lightly-lined pocket address book page. Page is affixed to 3.5 x 4.5 off-white album page. Some scattered stray ink marks and some light show-through from a signature on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Signatures were originally obtained following a concert at the Granada in Mansfield, England, on March 26, 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

With their Hard Day’s Night co-star 778. Beatles. Wonderful uninscribed ink signatures, “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white 8 x 10 sheet. Also signed by English actor Norman Rossington, who appeared in the film A Hard Day’s Night as the band’s manager. Central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through single letters of the Starr and Harrison signatures), a tiny tear touching the top edge of the “S” in Ringo’s signature, and light creases and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Given the presence of Rossington’s autograph, this was almost certainly signed in 1964 while The Beatles were filming A Hard Day’s Night. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $1000

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779.

Beatles.

Full set of choice 1963 ballpoint signatures on three separate album pages: “John Lennon” and “Helen Shapiro”; “Paul McCartney” and “George Harrison xx”; and “Beatles, Ringo Starr, xxx.” Magazine photos of the signers are clipped and affixed near their signatures. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the previous owner, in full: “These Beatles signatures were obtained by my auntie at Ready Steady Go when they appeared with Helen Shapiro.” This performance took place on October 9, 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $500

780. Beatles: Harrison and Starr. Vintage ballpoint signatures

and inscription, “To Theresa, love from the Beatles, George Harrison xxx (thanks for the card)” and “Ringo Starr, xxx,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2.75 trimmed album page. In fine condition, with a light crease passing through the inscription. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked Scarborough, Yorkshire, 1963, and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL. Starting Bid $200

Harrison’s rare Genesis autobiography 781. Beatles: George Harrison. Signed book:

I, Me, Mine. First edition, limited issue, numbered 545/2000. England: Genesis Publications, 1980. Hardcover with slipcase, 7.25 x 10, 398 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink by Harrison. In fine condition, with trivial scuffs to textblock edges, heavy soiling to one side of slipcase, and a small stain on the slipcase’s paper label. An extremely desirable autobiographic work by George Harrison, this hand-bound, limited edition book by Genesis Publications sold out soon after its release and remains quite difficult to find today. Its mixture of printed text and multi-color facsimiles of Harrison’s handwritten lyrics make it a beautiful edition to behold. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL. Starting Bid $500 220 | April 15, 2015 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

782. Beatles: George Harrison. Felt tip signature and inscription, “To Marc, George Harrison,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Harrison speaks from the cover of The Best Of 783. Beatles: George Harrison. The Best of George Harrison album signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “To Debbie, love from George Harrison,” with Harrison drawing a speech bubble and apparently etching a mustache above his mouth. He also adds an ‘om’ symbol beneath his signature. Scattered creases, some soiling, and dampstaining evident to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

784. Beatles: Olivia Harrison. Signed book: Concert for George.

Limited edition, numbered 1462/2500. England: Genesis Publications, 2004. Hardcover with clamshell case, 10.5 x 14, 306 pages. Signed on the colophon in black felt tip by Olivia Harrison. Includes the original program from the concert as issued. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

785. Beatles: Kirchherr and Voorman. Signed book: Hamburg Days. Limited edition, numbered 1229/2500. England: Genesis Publications, 1999. Hardcover with box, 10.5 x 14, 220 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink by Beatles photographers Astrid Kirchherr and Klaus Voormann. Includes its unsigned companion volume entitled The Paintings. Separations to two corners of the box, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Rare Lennon check cut while putting the finishing touches on ‘Imagine’

786. Beatles: John Lennon. Harrisongs Ltd. business check, 7.5 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Lennon, payable to Ray Sargeant Ltd. for £65.11.0, June 16, 1971. Matted and framed with a color portrait to an overall size of 12.5 x 20. In fine condition, with punch holes to top edge, and a bank stamp over first name of signature, as well as a red cancellation mark slightly touching last name of signature. Lennon checks are quite scarce, and this is the first we have ever seen issued on behalf of George Harrison’s publishing company. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

Exquisite limited memoir of the ‘Fifth Beatle’ 787. Beatles: George Martin.

Signed book: Playback. First edition, limited issue, numbered 326/2000. England: Genesis Publications, 2002. Hardcover with clamshell case, 9.25 x 12.25, 327 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ballpoint by Martin. Includes the CD as issued. In very fine condition. This gorgeously presented chronicle of Martin’s life and career as the renowned Beatles record producer is a scarce and sought-after piece. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

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791. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Fabulous 9.75 x 12.25 book

788. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Signed book: High in the Clouds. First edition. London: Faber and Faber, 2005. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8.25 x 10, 87 pages. Signed on the half title page in black felt tip. In fine condition, with slight rubbing to dust jacket. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

789. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Band on

the Run album signed on the front cover in blue felt tip, “Paul McCartney. ” S o m e what noticeable creasing to edges and a slight separation to the bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

790. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Yesterday

and Today replica album featuring the ‘Butcher’ cover, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

photo removed from Paparazzo by Richard Young showing McCartney with David Bowie at Live Aid, signed vertically in black felt tip by McCartney. Scattered creases and soiling, and some brushing to a couple letters in his signature, otherwise fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person collector Richard Simpkin, and mentioned in his book, Richard & Famous, on page 55. This piece was signed at the Park Hyatt Hotel in 1993 during McCartney’s tour of Australia. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

792. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Color sat-

in-finish 5.75 x 8 photo of McCartney playing his iconic Hofner bass, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Susie, with lots of love, from Paul (McCartney!!), xx.” Adhesive remnants over a portion of the inscription, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

793. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Two photos: a color glossy 10.75 x 7.25 photo of Paul playing live, signed in blue felt tip; and a color glossy 10.75 x 7.25 image of Linda with a bouquet of roses, signed in black felt tip, “Love, Linda McCartney.” Both photos are doublematted and framed together to an overall size of 15.5 x 21.5. In overall fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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796. Beatles: Jurgen Vollmer.

794. Beatles: Ringo Starr.

Signed book: Hamburg to Hollywood. Limited edition, numbered 259/1750. England: Genesis Publications, 1997. Hardcover with box, 9 x 12.5, 127 pages. Signed on the colophon in silver ink by Beatles photographer Jurgen Vollmer. Includes a glossy 6 x 8 print of one of Vollmer’s photographs, signed in black felt tip by Vollmer. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Ringo behind his drums playing for The Beatles, signed in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Precertified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

795.

Beatles: Ringo Starr.

797. Beatles: Klaus Voorman. Limited edi-

Instruction sheet for the assembly of a promotional standee produced to advertise the release of Starr’s 1981 album Stop and Smell the Roses, 8.5 x 11, signed at the top in blue ballpoint, “Ringo Starr.” Three horizontal folds, creases, light soiling, and toning to edges, otherwise fine condition; the signature area is bright and unaffected. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

tion 13.5 x 11 lithograph entitled “Unforgettable George,” numbered 100/555, signed in pencil by Voormann. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 19.75. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

Fully signed classic 1977 single 798. The Clash. A 45 rpm record for ‘Complete Control/City of the Dead,’ signed on the reverse of the sleeve in blue ballpoint by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and Topper Headon. Scattered creases, a few small tears to the top edge, and a couple small edge separations, otherwise fine condition. Featured on the US release of their debut album, ‘Complete Control’ is considered one of punk’s greatest singles and was Topper Headon’s first recording with the band. A fantastic fully signed, uninscribed example. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

799. Patsy Cline and Cowboy Copas. Hardcover autograph book, 6 x 4.75, signed inside in blue ballpoint, “Your friend, Patsy Cline, Decca,” and “Cowboy Copas, WSM.” Also signed inside by several of the recipient’s classmates and teachers, as well as musicians Porter Wagoner, Bobby Helms, Hank Snow, Wilma Lee, and Stoney Cooper. In fine condition, with light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The influential French musician and his flame 801. Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin.

800. Patsy Cline. Vintage glossy 8 x 10.25 Rush Studio portrait of

Cline in one of her famous western dresses, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best Wishes, Patsy Cline.” In fine condition, with trivial scattered creases to edges and faint writing impressions made in Cline’s hand, presumably from signing another photo laid over this one. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Desirable glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Gainsbourg with his arm around Birkin, signed in blue ink by Gainsbourg and black ink by Brikin. In fine condition, with a bit of irregular adhesion to both signatures and a slightly grainy quality to the image. A scarce and much sought-after example. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Thrice-signed by the blues legend 802. Willie Dixon. American blues musician,

vocalist, and songwriter (1915–1992). Signed book: I Am the Blues: The Willie Dixon Story. Later printing. NY: Da Capo Press, 1989. Softcover, 5.25 x 8.5, 264 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page in gold ink by Willie Dixon, and signed again on the publication page and table of contents. In fine condition, with slight wear and soiling to exterior. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL. Starting Bid $200

803. George Gershwin. Personal check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out in an-

other hand and signed by Gershwin, payable to ‘The Bohemians’ for $10, October 11, 1935. In fine condition, with a faint vertical fold, and expected bank stamps and cancellation holes. A distinguished New York-based club whose membership included some of the biggest names in the music industry—including George Gershwin—The Bohemians used their popularity and connections to create the nation’s first charitable organization for musicians in 1914, aptly titled the Musicians Foundation. Throwing major fundraising events, they endowed the organization for the sole purpose of providing aid and assistance to professional musicians and their families during times of need. Crisp and boldly signed, this check also holds a wonderful philanthropic and musical connection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 225

Musical quotation inscribed to his agent 804. George Gershwin. Signed book: George Gershwin: A Study in American

Music by Isaac Goldberg. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1931. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8, 305 pages. Signed and inscribed on a free end page in fountain pen, “To Grace Morse, All the best, George Gershwin, Nov. 8, 1932,” adding a four-bar musical quotation. Autographic condition: very good, with scattered soiling and a tiny tear to the upper right corner of the signed page. Book condition: G+/G+, with half-title page detached but present. Morse was Gershwin’s literary agent at James B. Pinker & Son. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“I have listened to the album, Ballads From The Dust Bowl,” Guthrie writes, preparing to reissue “HARD TRAVELING” and “PASTURES OF PLENTY” on Folkways Records 805. Woody Guthrie. TLS, signed, “Woody Guthrie,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.5 x 9.75, March 19, 1946. Letter to Moe Asch and Marian Distler. In part: “I have listened to the album, Ballads From The Dust Bowl, and like the cover better than I thought I did. I think this cover will look better to a customer on a shelf or in a window than it does to me, and this is how David Stone Martin wanted it to look… The Letter and Words to the Songs on the inside front cover are too small to read. It is like hunting back into the archives of folk songs for something that is right there in front of you. Would like to see these words put in the backside also so as to blow up to bigger size… Shirley is Nineteen, she lives with us and watches Cathy, she belongs to the AYD and gets lots of Daily Worker Subs. She just now heard the recording, The Curfew Blow, and asked me what it was about. I said I didn’t know. She asked did I make it up? I told her yes. She asked, ‘About anything specific?’ And I just stood here by the fonograf [sic] and looked down towards the floor. I guess I can criticize other folks records lots plainer than I can my own.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, light creasing to three corners, a bit heavier to top right, otherwise fine condition. Humorously addressed, “DEAR MOE: ASCH’S CRASHES, / DEAR MARIAN: DITSLER’S DISCS,” this letter to the founders of legendary Folkways Records reads as pure Woody Guthrie from start to finish. When the musician found Victor RCA unwilling to reissue his first commercial album, Ballads From the Dust Bowl, he authorized Folkways to copy the discs and put out its own version. After acknowledging the famous artist David Stone Martin’s customer-friendly cover art—“I think this cover will look better to a customer on a shelf or in a window than it does to me”—he moves on to a critique of what really mattered: the letter and words to the songs. Known for his ‘authentically American’ lyrics, he wanted them to take a prominent place, blown up and put on the backside as well. He also lists the order he likes for some of his most famous songs—including Hard Travelin’ and Ramblin’ Blues—and relates a quick story about his daughter’s nanny, Shirley, questioning him on his own music. In reading this incredible letter, packed with important references, it is hard not to imagine the spirited musician punching the keys of his old typewriter in his Mermaid Avenue apartment. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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Rare signed ticket to his 1969 Stuttgart performance

806. Jimi Hendrix. Highly desirable ballpoint signatures of Jimi Hendrix and Mitch Mitchell on the reverse of a 4.25 x 2 ticket to the Jimi

Hendrix Experience show in Germany on January 15, 1969. In very good condition, with an edge tear extending from the top edge to the center (passing through the right side of the “J” into a part of the “H”), scattered creases (a diagonal crease passing through Hendrix’s signature), and a paperclip impression to the top edge; however, these hardly affect the overall clean, attractive appearance of the piece. Accompanied by a modern photo of the concert poster. Hendrix concert tickets are themselves highly sought-after, with this one remarkably more so because of its signatures—the first signed Hendrix ticket we have offered. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Hendrix and his Woodstock bandmates: “Stay free”

807. Jimi Hendrix: Band of Gypsys . Superb display of autographs by the members

of Hendrix’s Band of Gypsys, including: a black felt tip signature, “Stay free, Jimi Hendrix,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 card; four checks endorsed on the reverse by his Woodstock Gypsy Sun and Rainbows bandmates Larry Lee, Billy Cox, Juma Sultan, and Jerry Velez; and a green felt tip signature of Mitch Mitchell, “Mitch,” on a pale green 3 x 3.5 slip. All are matted together with an original unused three-day Woodstock ticket and two color photos to an overall size of 19 x 40. In overall very good to fine condition, with running to ink in the Henrix signature from exposure to water, toned adhesive remnants to the Hendrix card, usual bank stamps to checks, and Mitchell’s signature very light. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

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808. The Highwaymen. A red cotton High-

waymen bandana, 21.25 x 20.25, signed in black felt tip by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson; also signed again on the other side by Kristofferson. Affixed to a triple-matted display to an overall size of 26 x 27. In fine condition, with some show-through from Kristofferson’s signature to the opposing side. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

809. Billie Holiday. Fountain pen signature, “For Peter, Sincerely, Billie Holiday,” on an off-white 6.25 x 4 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

810. Led Zeppelin: Plant and Page. Fantastic pair of

color 10.5 x 15.75 mini posters of Jimmy Page and Robert Plant in their prime, each signed in black felt tip. Impressively matted and framed side-by-side to an overall size of 30.5 x 22.5. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person collector Richard Simpkin, and mentioned in his book, Richard & Famous, on pages 92 and 103. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Elvis plays it cool: “I remember his hair was an improbable blue-black; and he was standing alone, in front of a motorcycle” 811. Elvis Presley. Paramount Pictures Cafe Continental

menu from the early-to-mid 1960s, 7.25 x 11.5, signed on the ‘Paramount Specials’ section in blue ballpoint, “Elvis Presley.” A few other entertainers have signed in the margins, including Michael Landon, Peter Lawford, Mary Tyler Moore, Dick Van Dyke, and Andy Griffith, and the menu bears several dozen facsimile signatures of various stars and celebrities in the background. In fine condition, with light scattered creases and moderate contrast to Elvis’s signature against the busy text of the menu. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “I was fortunate to be in a small group given a private tour of the lot, where TV shows and movies were being shot…Elvis Presley happened to be taking a break outside one of the sound stages. I remember his hair was an improbable blue-black; and he was standing alone, in front of a motorcycle, that was the only vehicle parked in the area. Though he was likely looking for some alone-time, he was very kind and courteous to our group of young girls.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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Fabulous 1956 fan club–issued portrait 812. Elvis Presley. Exceptional vintage 7.75 x 9.5 cardstock publicity photo for the 1956 movie Love Me Tender, boldly signed and inscribed against the light background in blue ink, “To Maria, yours, Elvis Presley.” Nicely matted and framed with a nameplate to an overall size of 14 x 19. In fine condition. A limited insert distributed to fan club members, very few signed examples of this photo are known. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $300

Scarce fully signed Queen II

813. Queen. Queen II album signed and inscribed

on the inside gatefold portrait in black ballpoint, “To Mike, Roger Taylor,” “Freddie Mercury,” “Brian May,” and “John Deacon.” Creasing and wear to edges, some surface rubbing, a light ‘ring of wear’ to covers, and light waterstaining to fold and edges, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, stating that the signatures were obtained on March 6, 1975, in Madison, Wisconsin. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

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814. The Ramones. End of the Century album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Joey, Johnny, Dee Dee, and Marky Ramone. Light edge wear and surface rubbing, a faint ‘ring of wear,’ and slightly irregular ink adhesion to three of the signatures, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, stating that the signatures were obtained in 1981 at a backstage meet-and-greet in Tampa, Florida. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Over 70 signers including Johnny Cash, B. B. King, and Jimmy Page 815. Rock and Roll. Color 27 x 40 poster advertising the HBO Rock and Roll Hall of

Fame concert, signed in felt tip and ink by an impressive 77 members, including: Jackson Browne, Eric Burdon, Johnny Cash, Clarence Clemens, Elvis Costello, Ray Davies, Bo Diddley, Aretha Franklin, Al Green, Etta James, B. B. King, Peter Max, Meatloaf, Graham Nash, Yoko Ono, Jimmy Page, Iggy Pop, Lou Reed, Robbie Robertson, Stephen Stills, Donna Summer, Ike Turner, Joe Walsh, Ann Wilson, Nancy Wilson, and 52 others. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with light creases throughout and heavy creasing, small tears, and wear to edges. A complete list is available online at rrauction.com. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

The Stones first studio album with Ronnie Wood 816. Rolling Stones. Black and Blue album signed in blue felt tip on the front and back covers by all five members of the group: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. When opened, the front and rear covers appear side-byside, providing an excellent complete image of the band with all signatures visible. In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface creases. The record is not included. Released in 1976, Black and Blue was notable for being the band’s first studio album following guitarist Mick Taylor’s departure, with Ronnie Wood playing half of the record’s tracks, and Wayne Perkins and Harvey Mandel playing the rest; Wood was subsequently hired as the group’s full-time guitarist. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200 230 | April 15, 2015 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

Terrific portrait of “Frankie” at CBS Studios, signed in 1946

817. Frank Sinatra. Supremely handsome vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Sinatra behind a CBS microphone, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Barney, Thanx for everything, Fondly, Frankie, 1946.” Creasing to the lower right corner (not detracting from the overall outstanding appearance), otherwise fine condition. An absolutely stunning pose of the young crooner. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

818. Frank Sinatra. DS,

one page, 8.5 x 11, September 5, 1961. An amendment to the articles of incorporation of the company Puccini, Inc., in which Sinatra and his longtime manager and business partner Henry W. Sanicola approve of a new shareholder agreement that states the company is “authorized to issue only one class of shares of stock; the total number of such shares is 600; the aggregate par value of all such shares is $300,000.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Sinatra and Sanicola. The agreement is bound into a legal binder documenting the existence and incorporation of Puccini, Inc., a restaurant consulting and management business, containing many additional documents signed by Sanicola and various other company officials. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Sinatra and fellow Rat Pack member Peter Lawford co-owned a Beverly Hills restaurant called Puccini’s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon band-signed pressing of their 1982 single ‘A Celebration’ 819. U2. ‘A Celebration/Trash, Trampoline and The Party Girl’ 45 rpm record, signed on the sleeve in blue ballpoint, “Bono 82,” “Edge,” and “Larry,” and in black ballpoint, “Adam.” With light to moderate contrast to Edge’s signature. Slight damage to frame backing due to removal of tape, otherwise in fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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820. U2. Clear plastic album sleeve for the War picture disc, 12 x 12, signed on the front in black felt tip, “Bono,” “Edge,” “Larry,” and “Adam.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

821. U2. Signed book: The Achtung Baby Songbook. England: International Music Publications, 1992. Softcover, 9 x 12, 94 pages. Signed upside down inside the front cover in black felt tip by Bono, Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen, Jr., with Bono signing “Mr. B” and adding a large self-portrait sketch. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person collector Richard Simpkin, who mentions one of his many meetings with Bono in his book, Richard & Famous, on page 263. This book was signed by the four band members in 1993 while U2 was touring Australia. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

822. Ronnie Wood. Signed book: Wood on Canvas. First edition, limited issue, numbered 235/2500. England: Genesis Publications, 1998. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.5 x 13, 144 pages. Signed on the colophon in black felt tip by Wood. Includes the CD as issued. In very good condition, with peeling to the finish of the binding and slipcase. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL. Starting Bid $200

Rare Weill presentation to Bing Crosby 823. Kurt Weill and Maxwell Anderson. Signed book: Knickerbocker

Holiday. First edition, first printing. Washington, DC: Anderson House, 1938. Hardcover, 6 x 8.75, 109 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “For Bing Crosby, from Maxwell Anderson, and” and “Kurt Weill.” Autographic condition: fine, with a couple light red marks to the signature area. Weill and Anderson collaborated on this musical which introduced ‘September Song’ as one of its musical numbers, now considered a pop standard. Bing Crosby recorded the tune twice, first in 1943 and again in 1977, just one month before his death. A scarce autograph highlighted by an excellent musical association. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 232 | April 15, 2015 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

A decade after fleeing Nazi Germany, Weill’s 1942 “Song of the Free (The United Nations Anthem)”

824. Kurt Weill. Eminent German-American composer (1900–1950) best known for such evergreen stage works as the Threepenny Opera, Mahagonny, and Knickerbocker Holiday. A number of his songs, including ‘Mack the Knife’ and ‘September Song,’ take a place among the most durable standards of the 20th century. Scarce autograph musical manuscript, 9.5 x 12.25, six pages on three sets of adjoining musically lined sheets within a 10.25 x 13.25 cover folder, signed and inscribed on the front in bold fountain pen, “The Manuscript of The Song of the Free (The United Nations Anthem), for Gertrude Lawrence as a token of my undying affection, Kurt Weill. New York City, May 30, 1942.” Written entirely in Weill’s hand, the manuscript is headed “Song of the Free by Archibald MacLeish, Music by Kurt Weill,” and contains the music and lyrics of the song in its entirety. Edge tears to the cover folder, and scattered creases and soiling (most significantly affecting the cover folder), otherwise fine condition.

A prominent Jewish composer, Weill fled Nazi Germany in 1933 and emigrated to the United States in 1936. His interest in American literature became a vital part of his music, composing settings for the work of poets and writers including Walt Whitman, Robert Frost, Archibald MacLeish, and Maxwell Anderson. According to the Kurt Weill Foundation for Music, “Song of the Free” was composed for the war effort between February and April, 1942. Written in collaboration with modernist poet Archibald MacLeish, this was one of several patriotic pieces Weill composed as a part of the American mobilization campaign to rally support during World War II. Musical manuscript material in Weill’s hand is extremely rare. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000 www.RRAuction.com | 233

825. AC/DC

Starting Bid $200

828. Bee Gees

Starting Bid $200

833. George M. Cohan Starting Bid $200

836. Deep Purple Starting Bid $200

827. Badfinger

831. Leonard Bernstein

832. Hoagy Carmichael

834. Nat King Cole

835. Deep Purple

Starting Bid $200

829. Bee Gees

Starting Bid $200

826. Louis Armstrong

837. Jethro Tull Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

838. KISS

Starting Bid $200

839. KISS

Starting Bid $200

840. Huey Lewis and the News

841. Metallica

Starting Bid $200

847. The Ramones

851. Van Halen Starting Bid $200

843. Moody Blues

845. The Osmonds

846. The Police

849. Diana Ross

850. U2: Bono

Starting Bid $200

844. Musicians

Starting Bid $200

842. Metallica

Starting Bid $200

848. Rolling Stones: Richards and Wyman Starting Bid $200

852. Tom Waits Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

853. Neil Young Starting Bid $200

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classic entertainment 51st Academy Awards program signed by 16 Oscar winners 855. Academy Award Winners. Program from the 51st Annual Academy Awards Presentation held on April 9, 1979, 9 x 12, signed on the front cover in black ink by various Oscar recipients, including: Gregory Peck, Jane Fonda, Julie Andrews, Patricia Neal, Marisa Tomei, Liza Minelli, Charlton Heston, Al Pacino (signing over Peck in black felt tip), Maximilian Schell, Faye Dunaway, Glenn Close, Meryl Streep, Cloris Leachman, F. Murray Abraham, and John Williams. Also signed on the back cover by Joel Grey. In fine condition, with expected handling wear, and irregular ink adhesion to the portion of Heston’s signature crossing over the gold statue. An impressive assemblage of Oscar winners from Hollywood’s most important night. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Gorgeous oversized portrait of the exotic beauty 856. Josephine Baker. Stunning

vintage matte-finish 9 x 11.5 portrait of Baker in near profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “A Madame Vedrine, avec mes meilleurs souvenirs, Josephine Baker, Tunis, 1936.” Light surface marks and creases, and a bit of soiling most noticeable to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. Baker is very uncommon in oversized photos. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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857. Clara Bow. Gorgeous vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Bow with a longing expression, signed in fountain pen, “Cordially, Clara Bow.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

858. Charlie Chaplin. Menu

for the Critics’ Circle Film Section Luncheon to Charles Chaplin Esq., held at the Empress Club, W.1. on October 10, 1952, 6 x 9.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Charlie Chaplin. Trivial creasing and some scattered spots of discoloration, otherwise fine condition. After traveling to London in 1952 for the premiere of his new film Limelight—which took place just weeks after this luncheon held in his honor—Chaplin would never return to his longtime home in Los Angeles; with his re-entry visa revoked for his alleged communist sympathies, the formerly beloved actor cut all professional ties with the US. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

860. Gary Cooper. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 publicity photo of Cooper, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Jesse King, With many many thanks and many good wishes always, Gary Cooper, 1954.” In fine condition, with slight creasing to corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The silent-screen legend in his iconic role—the Tramp

859. Charlie Chaplin. Highly desirable glossy 10 x 8 photo of Chaplin

during his glory days as the ‘Tramp,’ boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen late in his life, “To Peater [sic], Charlie Chaplin.” In fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the image and light toning to the lower border. Signed images of Chaplin in his best-known role are prized by Hollywood collectors. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

861. Dolores Del Rio. Mexican film actress (1904–1983) who was one of the premier Hollywood female stars in the 1920s and 1930s. Enchanting vintage oversized matte-finish 10.75 x 13.5 photo of Dolores del Rio by D. Gaggeri of Wilshire Blvd., affixed to a 13.75 x 17.25 mount, signed and inscribed in white ink, “To Phil, Dolores.” Framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 18. In fine condition, with a few trivial dings to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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862. W. C. Fields. Extremely early vintage 6.75 x 8.5 full-length photo of Fields in character, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Kind regards to Arthur, W. C. Fields.” Attractively quadruple-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 15.5. In very good condition, with scattered creases (mostly to right side) and portions of the signature and inscription a few shades light but legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 863. Clark Gable. Pearl-finish 10

x 13 Clarence Bull MGM publicity photo of Gable as Candy Johnson in the 1941 film Honky Tonk, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Chatty my sweet, Always, Clark.” In very good to fine condition, with some creases to bottom portion of image and upper background, mild rippling and dings along top edge, and a few other spots and surface marks. Precertified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

864. Clark Gable. Dashing vintage glossy 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Marty, Best Wishes Always, Clark Gable.” Scattered creases, missing upper left corner tip, slight surface marks, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to portion of the signature and inscription, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Academy Award nomination for Gigi as Best Motion Picture

865. Gigi. Remarkable Academy of Motion Picture Arts and

Sciences certificate of nomination for Best Picture for the iconic 1958 film Gigi, 9.75 x 11.5, in full: “Be it known that ‘Gigi’ was nominated for an Academy Award of Merit for Outstanding Achievement: Best Motion Picture of 1958, Arthur Freed Productions, Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Arthur Freed, Producer. This judgment being rendered with reference to Motion Pictures First Regularly Exhibited in the Los Angeles district during the year ending December 31, 1958.” Signed at the conclusion by George Stevens as president of the Academy and Hal Elias as secretary, and bears an official Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences gold seal and ribbon to the lower left. The certificate is mounted and lacquered on an official 11.75 x 13.5 ‘Perma Plaque.’ In fine condition, with a few light surface marks. In addition to its box office success, the critically acclaimed Gigi won every Academy Award for which it was nominated, taking home a record-setting nine Oscars. This certificate represents the most coveted of them all—Best Motion Picture—and is a significant piece of cinematic history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

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Beautiful oversized portrait of the early MGM starlet with close personal association 866. Jean Harlow. Rare and exquisite vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 portrait of the gorgeous Harlow wrapped in a fur shawl, signed and inscribed in the lower right in fountain pen, “To my Ruthie & Johnny, I love you both more than you will ever, ever know—Yours, Jean.” Affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper right corner. Johnny Hamp, one of the recipients of the photo, was a well-known jazz bandleader of the Kentucky Serenaders, and he and his wife, Ruthie, were Harlow’s close personal friends. A captivating image in the elusive oversized format. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

868. Audrey Hepburn. Ex-

867. Audrey Hepburn. Won-

derful 3.5 x 5.5 German Paramount publicity postcard photo of Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 film Sabrina, signed in black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

ceptional vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Hepburn as she appeared in the 1961 film The Children’s H o u r, b o l d l y signed against the light background in fountain pen. A collector’s notation to the reverse indicates that it was signed in person at the Regency Hotel on December 13, 1963. In fine condition, with a few subtle creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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869. Audrey Hepburn.

Fountain pen signature, “Audrey Hepburn,” on an off-white 7.5 x 10.5 sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of Hepburn and sheet music for ‘Moon River,’ from the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

870. Harry Houdini. An early printed broadside, unsigned, one page, 8.25 x 11, no date but circa 1900. Houdini issues a challenge to the public at large, in part: “I offer $100.00 to any human being living that can escape from all the cuffs I carry, and from which I release myself…I have escaped out of more handcuffs, manacles and leg shackles than any other human being living.” An image of Houdini appears below the text of his challenge, as well as his title as “The Expert Handcuff Manipulator.” In very good condition, with repaired edge separations to intersecting folds, a few creases, and toned adhesive remnants to the top edge. Starting Bid $200

“Love Laughs at Locksmiths”

871. Harry Houdini. Wonderful vintage AQS on a pink 7.25 x 4.5 sheet, in full: “June 14/05, ‘Love Laughs at Locksmiths,’ So does Harry Handcuff Houdini,” adding, “Blackpool, England,” to the left. In fine condition, with scattered spots of foxing (heaviest to right edge). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

872. Harry Houdini. Signed book: Miracle Mongers

and Their Methods. Later printing. NY: E. P. Dutton & Company, 1920. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8, 240 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “To my good old friend William Beral, Best wishes from the author, Houdini, Feb 14/1923, ‘My Valentine.’” Autographic condition: very good, with toning to first free end page and overall feathering to ink. Book condition: G+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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The Houdini Picture Corporation 873. Harry Houdini. DS, one

page, 11.5 x 8.25, May 12, 1922. Stock certificate for ten shares of the Houdini Picture Corporation issued to Isabelle Steffy. Signed at the conclusion by Houdini as president of the company and countersigned by Harry H. Poppe as assistant treasurer. Three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), small tape-repaired edge separations, and Houdini’s signature a few shades light, otherwise fine condition. Chartered by the State of New York on February 26, 1921, the Houdini Picture Corporation was involved in three Houdini silents: The Soul of Bronze (1921), The Man from Beyond (1922), and Haldane of the Secret Service (1923). Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

“Harry Handcuff Houdini” 874. Harry Houdini. Fantastic matte-finish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Houdini clad in his trademark handcuffs and shackles, signed vertically in pencil, “Best wishes from Harry Handcuff Houdini, Sept 22/11.” In fine condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image and light brushing to graphite in the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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875. The Hollywood Ten. Signed book: Hollywood on Trial by Gordon Kahn. First edition. NY: Boni & Gaer, 1948. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 229 pages. Signed on the first free end page in fountain pen and ballpoint by nine of the ten famously blacklisted Hollywood writers: Alvah Bessie; Herbert Biberman; Lester Cole; Edward Dmytryk; Ring Lardner, Jr.; John Howard Lawson; Albert Maltz; Samuel Ornitz; and Adrian Scott. Also signed on the title page in ballpoint by author Gordon Kahn. In very good condition, with soiling to the signed page and pastedowns, and chipping and small tears to dust jacket edges. Accompanied by a second price-clipped dust jacket. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $200

876. Laurel and Hardy. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of the classic comedic duo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Hello Earle! Stan Laurel” and “Oliver Hardy.” Light creases, a couple small spots to the left side, tack hole to bottom edge, and signatures a few shades light but legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Incredible oversized photo that captures her equine affection 877. Carole Lombard. Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.25 portrait of Lombard crouched in a field with one of her horses, affixed to an original 15 x 19.5 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To Chatty, Dear, Devotedly, Auntie Carole.” In very good condition, with moderate to heavy creasing to the mount (not affecting the image or signature), a tear to the upper right edge of the mount, and tack holes to top and bottom; the photo itself is extremely sharp and unaffected. Lombard loved horses and owned many throughout her tragically abbreviated life—the horse in this image appears to be one of her favorites, a palomino gelding named Pico. Provenance: William Collier Family Collection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Sam Spade, the sinister ‘fat man,’ and his henchman Joel Cairo 878. The Maltese Falcon: Bogart, Lorre, and Greenstreet. Extraordinary collection of three candid

photos of the male leads in the 1941 noir classic, The Maltese Falcon: one vintage glossy 3.25 x 5 photo of Bogart with his hand in his pocket, signed across his chest in fountain pen, “Humphrey Bogart”; one vintage glossy 2.5 x 3.75 photo of Lorre at an event, signed on his jacket in fountain pen, “Peter Lorre”; and a vintage glossy 2.5 x 2.75 photo of Greenstreet in a hat and formal attire, signed in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Sydney Greenstreet.” All are matted together and framed to an overall size of 10 x 10.5. In overall fine condition, with portions of each signature light but legible. An incredible, one-of-a-kind display featuring the lead actors from one of the most suspenseful and influential films in cinema history. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

879. Marilyn Monroe.

Large pencil signature, “Warmest Regards, Marilyn Monroe,” on an off-white 4.5 x 4 album page. Beautifully triple-cloth-matted and framed with an attractive color photo and engraved plaque to an overall size of 21 x 17. In very good condition, with a vertical fold passing through a couple letters of her signature and moderate to heavy creases throughout. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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20th Century Fox accommodates the emerging starlet in 1952 880. Marilyn Monroe. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, June 5, 1952. An agreement between 20th Century Fox and Monroe concerning adjustments in Monroe’s compensation schedule under her original 1950 agreement with the studio. In part: “Pursuant to your request to have your salary pro-rated over the balance of Option (a) of your contract, this will confirm our mutual understanding…Please understand that this arrangement is for your convenience only, and in no way affects your original contract, nor does it affect any additional monies due you.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Monroe and countersigned by Paymaster A. W. DeWeese.” In fine condition, with expected document wear. Only days after Monroe executed this contract, she flew to New York to begin filming Niagara, spending the week upstate and the weekends in New York City with her new boyfriend, Joe DiMaggio, who she had begun dating early in the year. It was in 1952 that Monroe began her rapid rise to stardom as she took on more substantial film roles. She had appeared on the cover of Life in April, who billed her as ‘The Talk of Hollywood.’ Then, in September 1952, Fox released Monkey Business in which she appeared with Cary Grant and Ginger Rogers—it was in that film that Monroe appeared with her signature platinum-blond hair. As a document from the start of Monroe’s apotheotic rise to pop culture superstar, this is an extraordinary and significant contract. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $1000

Rare oversized signed 1941 junior high school class portrait of Norma Jeane Baker

881. Marilyn Monroe. Incredibly scarce

vintage 24.75 x 8 panoramic photo of the graduating Class of Summer 1941 Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High School in Los Angeles, with a radiant Norma Jeane Baker (later Marilyn Monroe) easily identifiable to the right of center in a sea of fresh faces, signed on the reverse in blue ink, “To a swell, nice & perfect girl[?], Norma Jeane Baker.” In very good condition, with multiple noticeable heavy vertical creases affecting appearance (one partly separated), two creases passing through letters of Monroe’s signature, several edge tears, Monroe’s cramped signature circled in pencil, moderate creasing and crazing to image. While unsigned versions of this photo appear from time-to-time, signed examples are extremely uncommon, and represent one of the earliest examples of the future starlet’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500 244 | April 15, 2015 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

“Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire”

882. Schindler’s List. Rare and cinematically significant production-made ring from the 1993 Academy Award-winning film Schindler’s List. The ring is inscribed in the inside in Hebrew (translated): “Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the film’s property master, Batia Grafka, in full: “This is a production made ring for use by Oskar Schindler in Schindler’s list.” Also included is a photocopy of an August 5, 1993, fax between Dave Morino and Tiffany & Co., presenting two different fonts of the ring’s inscription, and asking for confirmation of the spelling. In fine condition. When Oskar Schindler’s factory workers hear that he must flee, having become a hunted war criminal following the Allied victory, they make him a ring as a token of their appreciation. Presenting it to him and explaining that the inscribed quote is from the Talmud, they convey their deepest gratitude in showing him that by saving them, he has saved humanity. Starting Bid $1000

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Titular element of the 1993 Academy Award–winning Schindler’s List 883. Schindler’s List. Production-used

prop list from the 1993 film Schindler’s List, six pages, 8.25 x 11.75, listing names of Schindler’s factory employees, one page bearing a blue pencil notation, “O. S.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the film’s property master Batia Grafka, in full: “This is an original Schindler’s List used in the making of the movie, Schindler’s List.” Schindler’s List went on to garner seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, and earned Liam Neeson a nomination for Best Actor for his role as Oskar Schindler. Starting Bid $300

Rare large cabinet portrait of the theatrical innovator 884. Konstantin Stanislavsky. Rus-

sian actor and theatre director (1863–1938) whose techniques and methods have become incredibly influential in modern film and theatre. Rare 5.5 x 8.75 cabinet photo of Stanislavsky in a striking pose, lengthily signed and inscribed in Cyrillic in black ink. In very good condition, with light surface marks and chipping, crackling, and staining to mount edges; the magnificent image itself is unaffected and Stanislavsky’s signature and inscription remain extremely bold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200 246 | April 15, 2015 | CLASSIC ENTERTAINMENT

885. Three Stooges. DS, signed “Moe Howard,” “Larry Fine,” and “Joe DeRita,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, January 17, 1959. Exclusive agency contract between the Three Stooges and the William Morris Agency for a period of three years at the standard ten percent commission. Signed on the reverse by all three members. In very good condition, with a couple partial separations along horizontal folds, scattered creases and small edge tears, and torn punch holes to top. In 1959 the Stooges found themselves back in public demand, following the syndication of the original Stooge shorts on television and their subsequent rediscovery by baby boomers. Throughout the 1960s, The Three Stooges were one of the most popular and highestpaid live acts in the country. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Fully signed promo for Have Rocket Will Travel 886. Three Stooges. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 cardstock promotional fan club photo for 1959 film Have Rocket Will Travel, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Dane, from The 3 Stooges, Larry,” “Moe,” and “CurlyJoe.” In very good condition, with moderate creases, a small tear to the upper left edge repaired with toned tape, and paper loss to the lower left corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This was Curly-Joe DeRita’s inaugural screen appearance with the Stooges, having replaced Joe Besser after Columbia ceased production of their earlier shorts. A classic, humorous image of the famous slapstick trio. Starting Bid $300

888. Mae West. Glossy 8 x

10 Paramount publicity photo of Mae West wrapped in a fur, signed and inscribed in fountain pen. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

889. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton.

887. Elizabeth Taylor. Pretty glossy 8 x 10 MGM promotional photo of Taylor for the 1963 film The V.I.P.s, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Elizabeth Taylor.” In fine condition, with creasing to lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Vintage 10 x 8 cardstock photo of a scene inside the castle of the Wicked Witch of the West, signed in black felt tip, “Margaret Hamilton, This is a notice for you— Notice! Read it! WWW.” In fine condition, with light contrast to a portion of the signature against the dark background. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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890. Actors

891. Actors and Actresses

892. Actors and Actresses

893. Actresses

Starting Bid $200

894. Julie Andrews Starting Bid $200

898. Josephine Baker Starting Bid $200

895. Desi Arnaz Starting Bid $200

899. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

896. Fred Astaire Starting Bid $200

900. Theda Bara and William S. Hart Starting Bid $200

897. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Starting Bid $200

901. Ingrid Bergman Starting Bid $200

902. Ingrid Bergman

903. Clara Bow

904. Neville Brand

906. Frank Capra

907. Gary Cooper

908. Gary Cooper

909. Lou Costello

910. Bing Crosby

911. Bing Crosby

912. Bette Davis

913. Marlene Dietrich Starting Bid $200

914. Marlene Dietrich and Ray Milland

917. Douglas Fairbanks, Sr

918. Marty Feldman

Starting Bid $200

915. Allan Dwan Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

916. Clint Eastwood Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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919. Federico Fellini

920. Errol Flynn

921. John Ford

922. Clark Gable

923. Judy Garland

924. Betty Grable

925. Cary Grant

926. Cary Grant

927. Cary Grant

928. Cary Grant

929. Happy Days

930. Jim Henson

933. Katharine Hepburn

934. Katharine Hepburn

Starting Bid $200

931. Katharine Hepburn Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

932. Katharine Hepburn Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

938. Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier

940. Elsa Lanchester

941. Mario Lanza

942. Stan Laurel

943. Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis

944. Phillips Lord

945. Ernst Lubitsch

946. Marcel Marceau

947. Dean Martin

948. Groucho Marx

949. Harpo Marx and Gregory Peck

950. Paul Newman

935. Alfred Hitchcock

936. Horror

Starting Bid $200

939. Bert Lahr

Starting Bid $200

937. Boris Karloff

Starting Bid $200

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951. Paul Newman Starting Bid $200

952. Rudolf Nureyev Starting Bid $200

953. Heather Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rourke Starting Bid $200

954. Our Gang Starting Bid $200

955. The Outsiders

958. Ginger Rogers

959. George C. Scott

960. Rod Serling

964. James Stewart

965. James Stewart

Starting Bid $200

967. Mae West

Starting Bid $200

968. Wizard of Oz Starting Bid $200

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969. Wizard of Oz: Harold Arlen Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

970. Wizard of Oz: Frank Morgan Starting Bid $200

sports 971. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Official Rawlings baseball

bat with a plaque listing the top five living home run hitters as of the late 1980s, signed in blue felt tip on the barrel by Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Frank Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, and Reggie Jackson. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

972. Roberto Clemente.

Color 3.5 x 5.5 Dexter Press postcard photo from 1968, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, Roberto Clemente.” In very good condition, with noticeable creases passing through the center and corners (none affecting the signature). Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

974. James J. Corbett. ALS signed “Jas J Corbett,” one page, 4.25 x 6.5, E.F. Albee Theatre letterhead, January 28, 1926. Letter to Vance, in part: “My mail is so large I just reached your letter, and when I played Phila last week had not read your letter. The story is very good but I don’t think I will ever go out, in a play again.” Doublematted and framed with a three-quarter portrait of the southpaw to an overall size of 15.75 x 12.5. In fine condition. After retiring from boxing in 1903, Corbett’s natural competence as an actor enabled him to make a living as a performer for over two decades, appearing in plays, silent films, vaudeville, and one-man shows recounting his boxing career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

“The World’s Greatest Ball Player” 973. Ty Cobb. Fantastic circa

1910 souvenir photo presentation featuring two affixed 3.5 x 5.75 magazine-type portraits of Cobb in a cardstock folder, measuring 12.25 x 9.25 open, signed vertically across the center fold in fountain pen, “Very Truly, Ty Cobb.” In very good condition, with paper loss to lower corners and a chip to the bottom edge of one photo, the center fold separated but expertly repaired on the reverse, and the fold passing through Cobb’s sentiment but not the signature itself. Accompanied by the cover which was originally housed in a presentation folder with the title “Souvenir Photos of Ty Cobb, The World’s Greatest Ball Player.” Very few of these signed presentations are known, and Cobb’s youthful image makes this an especially appealing piece. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $300

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2004 Daytona 500 Earnhardt team championship ring 975. Daytona 500. A 10K gold 2004 Daytona 500 championship

ring made by the MTM division of Jostens, approximately size 9 and 35.1 grams, featuring a checkered flag design on the top. One side features the facsimile signature of winner Dale Earnhardt, Jr., his number 8, and Bud sponsor logo. The other side features the Dale Earnhardt, Inc., logo and is engraved “Doolittle,” presumably a team or staff member. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

The Revenge Match of the Century 976. Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky. Uncommon folding

chessboard, measuring 13.75 x 13.5 open, signed inside in black felt tip by Bobby Fischer and Boris Spassky, adding the year 1992. In fine condition. In 1992, Fischer again defeated Spassky in a rematch of their 1972 World Championship ‘Match of the Century.’ The match took place in Yugoslavia, which was under a United Nations embargo at the time, and Fisher’s participation in the event led to major legal troubles with the US; with a warrant awaiting him in the states, he lived the rest of his life as an emigre. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

One of boxing’s most elusive champions 977. Bob Fitzsimmons. Legendary boxer (1863–1917) who was the sport’s first three-division world champion, winning the middleweight title in 1891, the heavyweight title in 1897, and the lightheavyweight title in 1903. Color postcard featuring Australian state flags and a coat of arms, 3.5 x 5.5, signed in fountain pen, “Robert Fitzsimmons, ‘a man, a man for a that,’” with a collector’s date notation of 1913 at the bottom. Some light soiling and wear to corners, and spreading to ink in a few letters of signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

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978. Althea Gibson. American

tennis player and professional golfer (1927-2003) who became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title in 1956. Beautiful vintage glossy 8 x 10 head-andshoulders photo of Gibson, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, “To Vaughn, Good to see you again, Best Regards, Althea Gibson.” In very good condition, with Gibson’s signature a shade light, scattered surface creasing, a ding and tack hole to top edge, a tiny tear to right edge, a stray ink mark (touching end of the inscription), and a PSA/DNA label affixed to the reverse; none of which affect the otherwise gorgeous image. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

980. Francis Ouimet. Professional

golfer (1893–1967) who, at the age of 20, became the first amateur to win the US Open. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 10, 1949. Letter to Bert, in part: “I was pleased to hear that you enjoyed the story that appeared in the recent issue of ‘Sports’ and I hope someday to read where you have been active in some line of athletic endeavor.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

981. Jackie Robinson.

Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Robinson, “Jack R. Robinson,” payable to Jarr Motors for $92.61, January 10, 1972. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with writing a shade light and expected banks stamps. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity signed by his wife, Rachel Robinson. Starting Bid $200

982. Pat Tillman.

979. Golf: 1929 Ryder Cup. Ten fountain pen signatures of the

1929 British Ryder Cup team on an off-white 8.5 x 6 card, including: George Duncan, Aubrey Boomer, Henry Cotton, Abe Mitchell, Ernie Whitcombe, Fred Robson, Stewart Burns, C. A. Whitcombe, Percy Alliss, and Archi Compston. A newspaper title and collector’s date notation are at the top, and a newspaper photo of the team is affixed to the reverse. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold (to the right of all signatures), and some light wrinkling. Pre-certified Steve Grad/ PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

Football player (1976– 2004) who left the NFL to enlist in the US Army following the September 11th attacks; he was killed in a friendly fire incident while deployed in Afghanistan. Signed book: Maroon & Gold: A History of Sun Devil Athletics by Bob Eger. Champaign, IL: Sports Publishing LLC, 2001. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11.25, 302 pages. Signed on free end pages by Pat Tillman, Herman Frazier, Frank Kush, Rob Evans, Ned Wulk, Baldy Castillo, Bruce Snyder, Bill Kajikawa, Pat Murphy, Bob Winkles, Dirk Koetter, and Bob Eger. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the publisher. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Pristine example of the Sultan of Swat 983. Babe Ruth. Choice fountain

pen signature, “Sincerely, Babe Ruth,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.25 album page. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $300

The Babe’s mighty swing 984. Babe Ruth. Desirable matte-finish

8 x 9.75 photo of Ruth late in his Yankees career, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend Ralph Woodbury, from Babe Ruth, 5-3-47.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases (most noticeably to his knee area), inscription and signature slightly faded with some flaking to ink, a slightly trimmed bottom edge, and a block of uniform overall toning from previous display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A classic action pose of the legendary home run hitter. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA. Starting Bid $500

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985. Muhammad Ali Starting Bid $200

986. Baseball Executives Starting Bid $200

988. Baseball Hall of Famers Starting Bid $200

990. Baseball: National League All-Stars Starting Bid $200

993. James J. Corbett Starting Bid $200

987. Baseball Hall of Famers Starting Bid $200

989. Baseball: 300 Win Club Starting Bid $200

991. Brooklyn Dodgers: 1940s

992. Mickey Cochrane

Starting Bid $200

994. James J. Corbett Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

995. Football Hall of Famers Starting Bid $200

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996. DiMaggio Brothers Starting Bid $200

999. Hank Greenberg Starting Bid $200

997. Formula One Champions Starting Bid $200

998. Four Horsemen: Harry Stuhldreher

1000. Connie Mack

1001. Connie Mack

Starting Bid $200

1002. Mickey Mantle

1003. Mickey Mantle

1005. Miracle on Ice

1006. NY Rangers

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

1004. NY Mets: 1986 Starting Bid $200

1007. Sports

Starting Bid $200

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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 Sweet spot - The area on the baseball where the stitched lines are

closest together.

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Book Grading:

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.

Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws

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

Fine (F) - unused, no damage 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 ONLINE, 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 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. 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 pre-register 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 pre-approval 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-and-a-half percent (22.5%) buyer’s premium for the first $100,000 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 determin-

ing 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 onincrement. 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 closing 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. 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. 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. 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 payments 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 included 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 un-

less 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 pre-approved

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 Auctioneer 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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