Scrapbook chronicling the 1957 royal state visit with President Eisenhower, assembled by Ike’s trusted aide

153. Elizabeth, Queen Mother Signed Photograph in Scrapbook. Historic scrapbook assembled by Dwight D. Eisenhower’s longtime aide and assistant, Robert L. Schulz, documenting the official state visit of Queen Elizabeth II and her mother to the United States in October 1957. The 18-page scrapbook, housed in a green 13 x 14.75 leather binder, contains eleven original photographs (most with interesting captions), plus ephemera including programs, press passes, and the final itinerary for the visit. The material is highlighted by an 8 x 10 photo of Elizabeth, Queen Mother, shaking hands with Schulz, boldly signed in the lower border in ink, “Elizabeth R.” A transmittal letter from the Queen Mother’s private secretary, dated November 12, 1957, returning the signed photograph to Schulz, is also included. In overall fine condition, with light brushing to the signature on the signed photo. Starting Bid $200

155. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Signed Christmas Card (1956). Royal Christmas and New Year’s card from 1956, with a gilt-embossed crown on the front, measuring 13.75 x 9.75 open, featuring a wonderful photo of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip posing with their two young children on the deck of the HMY Britannia, signed in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1956” and “Philip.” In fine condition, with some trivial soiling. Starting Bid $200

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154. Queen Elizabeth II Oversized Signed Photograph. Splendid oversized vintage mattefinish 13.5 x 18 portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing her glimmering crown jewels, taken by Royal Court photographer Dorothy Wilding, affixed to its original 14.25 x 19.5 mount, nicely signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1953.” Archivally matted and framed to an overall size of 27 x 34.5. In fine condition. An exquisite image of the beloved British monarch. Starting Bid $1000

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Signed Photograph. Fabulous vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 7.75 photo of the British royal family outdoors with their two beloved Welsh Corgi dogs, affixed to its original 10.5 x 9.5 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Philip” and “Elizabeth R, 1958.” In fine condition, with trimming to the mount, and some light silvering to the image. A large, striking signed portrait of the United Kingdom’s royals. Starting Bid $300