RR Auction's Hollywood Auction by RR Auction

AUCTION

APRIL 25

Featuring Boris Karloff from

FRANKENSTEIN and much more!

Gigantic lifetime autograph collection for sale in May

RR Auction will be listing, in May, the largest single lot of material we have ever offered. A gargantuan lifetime

autograph collection, it spans from the 1800s to the late 20th century, and encompasses many fields-

from presidents and notables, to military figures and writers, to personalities in the areas of music, enter-

tainment and sports. Notable names include: Marc

Chagall, Enrico Caruso, Douglas MacArthur, William H. Taft, Herbert Hoover, Robert E. Peary, Al Jolson, Bill

Robinson, Katherine Lee Bates, Eleanor Roosevelt,

Jack Dempsey, Joseph Wheeler, O. O. Howard, Benjamin Butler, William Rosecrans, Rutherford B. Hayes, and George Bernard Shaw. The contents of this expansive collection literally fills an entire room-

which you are welcome (and highly recommended) to come see for yourself. Make an appointment to view this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity today!

Bob Eaton owner, acquisitions bob.eaton@rrauction.com

Bidding begins on April 18th.

Carla Eaton NH Auctioneer License #3029

An initial bid must be placed on lots by 6pm Thursday, April 25th. A one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule at 7pm. All times in RR Auction guidelines and instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

Bill White lead authenticator bill.white@rrauction.com Mandy Eaton-Casey chief financial officer amanda.casey@rrauction.com Elizebeth Otto consignment manager elizebeth.otto@rrauction.com Bobby Livingston vice president, public relations bobby.livingston@rrauction.com Tricia Eaton auction production manager tricia.eaton@rrauction.com Mike Nelson senior catalog writer mike.nelson@rrauction.com Dan McCarthy catalog writer dan.mccarthy@rrauction.com Jessica Hinckley executive bidding assistant jessica.hinckley@rrauction.com Jon Siefken consignment director jon.siefken@RRAuction.com Erika Rosenfeld inventory processing, researcher erika.rosenfeld@rrauction.com Bobby Eaton vice president of operations bobby.eaton@rrauction.com Adam Karr shipping supervisor shipping@rrauction.com Stacey Jordan customer service stacey.jordan@rrauction.com Sarina Carlo art director sarina.carlo@rrauction.com Annie Nichols junior art director annie.nichols@rrauction.com Linda Immerman acquisitions assistant linda.immerman@rrauction.com Robert S. Eaton Sr. 1940–2001

Table of Contents Legends & Icons Oversized Signed Photos �� 7 Legends & Icons Signed Photos �� 13 Actors & Actresses Oversized Signed Photos �� 30 Actors & Actresses Signed Photos �� 34 Contracts & Letters �� 42 Original Manuscripts & Documents �� 61 Directors & Notables �� 67 Signatures ................................................................................................................................... 75 Marilyn Monroe �� 81 Disney......................................................................................................................................... 94 Horror ...................................................................................................................................... 108 Vintage Costumes & Props �� 128 Lou Bunin Collection �� 141 Awards & Personal Effects �� 148 Vintage Production, Set & Costume Design �� 150 Classic Television �� 155 Contemporary Costume & Props �� 164 Contemporary Production, Set & Costume Design �� 180 Posters / Vintage Magazines �� 183 Unsigned Photos & Prints �� 186 Original Hollywood Signs �� 192

GENERAL RR AUCTION INFO R&R Auction Company, LLC, d/b/a RRAuction Licensed auctioneer: Carla Eaton, NH license #3029

CONTACT INFORMATION

5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com

HOURS

Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

RRAUCTION’S POLICIES EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE

The final day of bidding for all lots is Thursday, April 25. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into affect. 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. Hence, 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.

POSTPONEMENT

RR Auction may postpone the auction for a reasonable period of time as the result of any significant event (e.g., an Act of God, etc). In this unlikely event, bidders and consignors will be notified of the new closing date.

GUARANTEES

Each signed item is unconditionally guaranteed genuine without time limit. If a lot is declared to be not authentic, we may ask the purchaser to supply the written opinion of one competent authority acceptable to us. We will refund the original purchase price after documentation has been submitted. The buyer’s only remedy under this guarantee is the cancellation of the sale and the refund of the purchase price.

PAYMENTS Payment is due by Monday, May 6, 2013, unless prior arrangements have been made. Late payment may result in the suspension of your bidding privileges. Credit cards and PayPal are only accepted up to $5,000. Credit Card orders will be shipped first. Please send PayPal

payments to FinanceDepartment@rrauction. com. Overseas orders must be paid by credit card, paypal, or

wire. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt.

Personal and business checks are also accepted and orders paid via this method on winnings over $500 will ship 7 business days after receipt. Returned checks are subject to a $25 fee. We recommend paying by cashier’s check, money order, or wire transfer. Wire Information: Account number: 003880291609 Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLC Routing/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3 SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address: Bank of America 500 Amherst Street Nashua, NH 03063

TERMS OF SALE A buyer’s premium of 20% will be added to all winning bids. RR Auction prefers cash, check, or wire payments. For winning bids of $5,000 or less, clients may choose to pay via credit card or PayPal for an additional 2.5% convenience fee. You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and you authorize us to charge your credit card for any unpaid winnings.

RETURNS Every item is cataloged with the intent of accuracy. Improperly described items must be returned within three days of receipt. Please call us before returning any items. A merchandise credit will be issued in the case of a subjective, unresolvable dispute over condition.

CONSIGNORS Consignors are not allowed to bid on or withdraw their own lots. We will contact all consignors via mail, fax, or e-mail with their tentative final results the day after the auction ends.

SELLER RR Auction reserves the right to: (a) remove any item, (b) reject any bid, and (c) ban anyone from participating in this auction for any reason. We reserve the right to the final decision in all matters regarding this auction.

RR AUCTION’S BIDDING INFO REGISTRATION Your bidder number remains the same from auction to auction, but you must register to bid in each auction, even if you have already participated in past auctions. During registration, we will confirm your name, shipping address, phone number, e-mail, and method of payment if you are successful. Please provide any address or payment changes, or any special shipping requests, before the close of the auction.

NEW BIDDERS Bidders without a number must apply for one before they can participate in the auction. Fill out a New Bidder Application form online at http://rrauction.com/new_register. com, or request a form by mail or fax. Your bidder number will be issued only after all information has been verified.

PLACING BIDS By participating in the auction, you are accepting these Terms and Conditions. You are agreeing to the

alternative of dispute resolution by arbitration. Arbitration replaces the right to go to court, including the right to a jury trial. If any dispute arises regarding payment, authenticity, grading, description, provenance, or any other matter pertaining to the auction, the bidder or a participant in the auction and/or RR Auction agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. A.A.A. arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and in a locale mutually convenient to both parties. Where a locale cannot be agreed upon the determination shall be made by the independent ADR institution. Any claim made by a bidder must be presented within one (1) year or it is barred. The prevailing party may be awarded reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction.

MINIMUM BIDS Every item has a minimum bid (MB). No bids below this amount will be accepted.

MAXIMUM BIDS To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242. If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the underbidder’s bid.

BID INCREMENTS Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%.

CHECKING BIDS You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish. However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into affect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

RESERVES Some lots may have a confidential reserve, below which the lot will not be sold.

CALLBACKS RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night. You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

WITHDRAWING BIDS You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and no bids may be withdrawn at any time. There are no exceptions; failure to comply will terminate all future bidding.

AFTER THE AUCTION WINNER NOTIFICATION We will notify all winners by email, phone, or fax by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26. Auction results are available at rrauction.com.

SHIPPING All orders are now shipped FedEx and we must have your street address on file. At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200. Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices. Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are:

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TERMINOLOGY

INTERNET LOG-IN INSTRUCTIONS

CONDITION

Access our online catalog at www.RRAuction.com and register to become a bidder. We offer the most interactive online auction in the collectibles field. After you have completed the registration form, you will have access to:

Each item in the catalog is described with a statement 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.

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 Tricia Eaton (tricia@rrauction.com).

• Real-time online bidding • Tracking of lots/consignments All auction and bidding regulations stated in the Terms and Conditions in the front of the catalog apply to online bidding.

OBTAINING A BIDDER NUMBER & PASSWORD Before you can bid on the internet, you need to obtain a bidder number and password. If you do not have a bidder number, just follow these few easy steps: 1. Go to www.RRAuction.com and click on the NEW BIDDER REGISTRATION button located under the log-in box.

MATTED & 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.

ALS  — Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed by the given personality)

AQS — Autograph Quotation Signed ANS — Autograph Note Signed (a short ALS) LS — Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality) SP — Signed Photo DS — Document Signed

Having trouble registering to bid online? Please give us a call at (603) 732-4280 or e-mail us at Stacey.Jordan@RRAuction.com

2. You will then be sent to a registration page, on which you will enter your personal information. The safety of your personal information is ensured by top-of-the-line online security. RRAuction does not share your information. Please make sure to give accurate information so we can contact you with your bidder number. If you already get the catalog, your bidder number is located on the label on the envelope. Call or e-mail us for your password. 3. Your application will be proccessed within 24 to 48 hours (excluding non-business hours) as long as all information is received. You will be contacted with a bidder number and password.

FDC — First Day Cover INSCRIBED  — “Personalized” FIREARMS

The auctioneer complies with all federal and state rules and regulations relating to the purchase, registration, and shipping of firearms. The purchaser is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any, and is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of firearm. All modern firearms will be shipped to an FFL holder in the buyer’s home state. Bidders should be familiar with their state and local laws as RR Auction will not be responsible for any parties purchasing items which may not be possessed in, or shipped to, their state of residence. RR Auction does not warranty the safety of the firearms in this sale, therefore we recommend that, before you use any firearm, purchased here or anywhere else, you have it examined by a qualified gunsmith to determine whether or not it is safe to use.

CHANGING/ FORGOTTEN PASSWORDS After you have performed the steps above, you will be able to log in to your account and change your password. If you have forgotten your password, enter your bidder number, then click the FORGOTTEN PASSWORD button. We will automatically send your password to your e-mail address on file. If you have any problems changing your password, call or send an e-mail to Tricia@RRAuction.com.

RR Auction is committed to offering authentic autographs and memorabilia. This commitment is the foundation on which RR has built its reputation as a responsible, respectable auctioneer. Backing our commitment to authenticity, we are proud to offer a 100% Lifetime Money Back Guarantee on every signed item we sell—unsigned items are covered up to one year. The Certificate of Authenticity that accompanies every signed item is good for the life of the piece regardless of owner. While RR Auction is exclusively responsible for its guarantee, we are proud to work with a group of industry experts providing authentication services for autographed collectibles.

Auction Consultants BOB EATON AND BILL WHITE, RR AUCTION After 30 years in business, during which time well over 1,000,000 signed items have crossed their paths, no one has had more daily exposure to autographs than Bob Eaton and Bill White. To date, RR Auction has published more than 400 consecutive monthly catalogs. Several award-winning, in-depth published studies have earned Bill a reputation as a trusted authenticator. Bob, a PSA/DNA authenticator, is well established as one of the foremost authenticators in the autograph industry.

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.

HANDWRITING EXPERTS Bill White: Lead Authenticator, RR Auction Bob Eaton: Authenticator, RR Auction and PSA/DNA Tricia Eaton: Authenticator, RR Auction

Letters of Authenticity Third-Party Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $25 to $200. For more information on Letters of Authenticity contact Stacey by phone at (603) 732-4280 or by email at Stacey.Jordan@RRAuction.com All items come with our RR Auction COA.

Searching for

CAMELOT

years after Dallas

Now appraising and accepting JFK-related consignments For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280

Legends & Icons Oversized Photos Captivating portrait with a heartfelt inscription “You know how to be a real friend” 1. Jean Harlow. Legendary screen actress (1911–1937),

known for her unique sex appeal and her distinctive platinum blonde hairdo, who died of renal failure at the age of 26. Striking and incredibly scarce vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 13 head-andshoulders Walters photo of Harlow wrapping herself in a fur, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Betty—With all my love—you know how to be a real friend—Lovingly, Jean.” Beautifully double-matted and framed to an overall size of 15 x 19. In fine condition, with a single vertical crease extending from top edge to the right of Harlow’s eyeline, otherwise a remarkably stunning, crystal-clear studio portrait. Authentically-signed Harlow images are scarce, even more so in oversized examples. A gorgeous portrait, featuring a particularly bold and wellcontrasted, intimate inscription from this most legendary and elusive of Hollywood rarities. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Ethereal Lombard portrait 2. Carole LoMBard. American actress (1908–1942)

who enjoyed great success as a popular screen comedienne in the 1930s, and who became Mrs. Clark Gable in 1939. On January 16, 1942, the plane in which Lombard was traveling en route to a war bond rally crashed into Mount Potosi near Las Vegas, killing all 22 aboard. Breathtaking oversized vintage matte-finish 10.75 x 13.75 full-length photo of Lombard in an off-the-shoulder dress and bathed in soft light, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “For Shim, Cordially, Carole Lombard.” In fine condition, with a small tear to top edge and a few inconsequential creases to the edges and background. A stunning, and uncommon, oversized example from one of Hollywood’s most legendary, and sought after, Golden Era stars. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Jaw-dropping portrait from You Were Never Lovelier 3. Rita Hayworth. Heart-stopping oversized vintage

matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Hayworth in a practically seethrough white lace dress as she appeared in the 1942 film You Were Never Lovelier, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Edward Schulze, Best always, Rita Hayworth.” In fine condition, with just a few border and corner tip creases, all of which could be easily matted out if desired. A simply ravishing portrait from the film Hayworth herself called her favorite. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

4. Katharine Hepburn. Strikingly beautiful vintage

matte-finish 10.75 x 8.75 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to journeyman film grip and electrician, Fred ‘Sergeant’ Caldwell, “To Sarg, affectionatley, Katharine Hepburn.” Photo is affixed to a slightly larger board. In fine condition, with some scattered light silvering. Hepburn was well known for her reluctance to sign photographs for anyone but friends and professional acquaintances, with an oversized example such as this being of the utmost scarcity. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

5. Clark Gable. Vintage oversized matte-finish 12.75 x

10 MGM publicity photo, credited on the reverse to Grimes, of Gable atop a horse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Bake, Best of luck always, Clark Gable.” In very good condition, with some light contrast to last name of signature, some scattered surface creases, mainly to corners and right edge, and some mild edge wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Incredible original Hamlet scene from 1937

Seldom-seen portrait of the stunning Farmer

6. Leslie Howard. British actor (1893–1943) best

8. Frances Farmer. Promising American actress (1913–1970) whose career was cut short by alcoholism. She retired from films in 1942 and spent a large part of the remainder of her life in mental institutions, dying of cancer at 57. Gorgeous oversized vintage matte-finish 10.25 x 13 photo of Farmer getting her curls attended to, signed in fountain pen, “For the lovely hair, Frances F.” Affixed to a slightly larger mount. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges. Originates from the estate of Hollywood hairdresser Wally Wallace. Farmer is quite scarce in any format, and this marvelous, breathtaking portrait might be the finest we have encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

remembered for his roles in such classics as Pygmalion, The Petrified Forest, and as Ashley Wilkes in Gone With the Wind. Beautiful vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 photo of Howard performing on stage in Hamlet, taken by Theodor Ziesmer in 1937, affixed to its original 11.5 x 13.75 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Leslie Howard, ‘Hamlet’ Jan 1937.” In fine condition, with silvering to edges of image, a uniform shade of toning to mount, and some scattered light dampstaining to mount. Signed photos from Howard’s theatre career are quite uncommon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7. Susan Hayward. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 13.25 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to hairdresser Wally Wallace, “To Wally—The best brother in the world!—Love x, Susan.” Trimmed edges, scattered creases, a couple of edge tears, and silvering to darker areas of image, otherwise very good condition. The image remains crystal clear and none of the physical flaws affect the bold signature and inscription. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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9. Thomas Mitchell. Prolific actor (1892–1962) remembered for his roles as Scarlett O’Hara’s father in Gone With the Wind and Uncle Billy in It’s a Wonderful Life. Superb vintage oversized matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 Columbia Pictures publicity portrait of Mitchell in a tuxedo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Kay Proctor, with much admiration and appreciation, Thomas Mitchell.” Reverse bears photographer’s stamp of A. L. Schafer. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare caricature of Garland in Summer Stock: “Stay Happy!” 10. Judy Garland. Remarkable oversized vintage matte-finish 10.75

x 14 photo of Al Hirschfeld’s caricature of Garland singing ‘Get Happy’ in Summer Stock, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Dearest Wayne, Stay Happy! and love, Judy.” Scattered soiling and some surface loss to borders, otherwise fine condition. Summer Stock was her last film for MGM, who terminated her contract because of her erratic behavior. ‘Get Happy’ was her most famous song from the film. An outstanding image with an ironic inscription, given Garland’s personal struggles. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

11. Claude Rains. Handsome vintage oversized matte-finish 11 x 14 close-

up portrait of Rains, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Helen, from Claude Rains.” In fine condition, with some rippling to edges and tack holes to upper border. Rains is quite scarce in signed photos, especially of this size. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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12. Thelma Todd. Vintage glossy 11 x 14 double weight photo of Todd wearing a hat and tie and holding a cigarette, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Miss Vogel, with my best—Thelma Todd 1932.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface impressions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

13. Lucille Ball. Oversized matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Ball bathed

in soft light, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “For Kenny, Gratefully, Lucy.” In very good condition, with creases to corners, two staple holes to horizontal borders, and a small spot near bottom. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lucy as the Little Tramp 14. Lucille Ball. Very neat oversized matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Lucy as Charlie Chaplin’s Little Tramp, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “Kenny, I love you, Lucy.” In fine condition, with a couple staple holes to borders, some trivial edge wear, and signature and inscription a shade or two light, but completely legible. Ball played the Chaplin role on The Lucy Show episode entitled Chris’s New Years Eve Party, which originally aired December 31st, 1962. Lucy did the Chaplin skit to entertain her daughter Chris’s friends at a New Year’s Eve party. A great image with Lucy paying homage to one of the all-time comedy icons. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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15. Basil Rathbone. Oversized original vintage portrait of Rathbone in pencil by D. A. Ahrens on an off-white 11 x 14 cardstock sheet, signed at the bottom in fountain pen, “Congratulations, and with good wishes, Basil Rathbone.” Also signed by the artist in black ink, and dated 1944. In very good condition, with scattered creases and a small tear to the left border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superb portrait fondly inscribed to Louella Parsons 16. Marion Davies. Popular early film comedienne (1897–1961) who

became infamous as the longtime intimate companion of married publishing tycoon William Randolph Hearst. Oversized vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 James Manatt photo, with photographer’s blindstamp to lower right, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to Louella Parsons, “To Louella and Doc, Hope you like my new pictures, Fondest love, Marion.” In fine condition, with small stray ink marks to left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

17. Hedy Lamarr. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 13 photo of Lamarr sporting a large corsage, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Toskon’ Ted, sincerely, Hedy Lamarr, 1941.” A few creases to background, some scattered light silvering, and a pencil notation to top border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceedingly scarce studio portrait for Rebel Without a Cause 20. James Dean. American actor (1931–1955) best known for his star turns in three 1950s screen classics: East of Eden,

Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant. His untimely death in a high-speed car crash came to represent the very embodiment of the ‘live fast, die young’ philosophy—and elevated him to the status of a legend that remains unique in the annals of Hollywood. Exceptional vintage glossy 8 x 10 Warner Bros 1955 publicity photo of Dean in a cable-knit sweater for Rebel Without A Cause, by Floyd McCarty, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Almira, with my sincere best wishes, James Dean.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and impressions (some to Dean’s face but visible only at an angle), otherwise a pristine overall presentation with an unbelievably bold, well-contrasted signature. Dean is quite scarce in any form, particularly in signed photos connected to his short Hollywood career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Gorgeous vintage High Society portrait

Pensive early portrait of the silver screen legend in his prime

21. Grace Kelly. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 head-and-

22. Humphrey Bogart. Handsome vintage glossy

shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Eylla—Affectionately, Grace Kelly.” Photo is notated at the bottom in an unknown hand, “‘High Society’ 1956.” Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 15.25. In fine condition, with a few scattered areas of trivial surface loss. This photo is inscribed to Ellya Jacobs, a script supervisor on many major Hollywood films including State of the Union and Please Don’t Eat the Daisies, among many others. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

8 x 10 portrait of Bogart with slicked back hair, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Charles, good luck, Humphrey Bogart.” Scattered surface creases and the inscription and signature a shade light, but well contrasted against the white background, otherwise fine condition. A great pose of the star at a younger age than typically seen, and quite possibly the best Bogart portrait we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Phenomenal portrait of the tragic Hollywood beauty 23. Sharon Tate. Promising American actress (b. 1943) and wife of di-

rector Roman Polanski who was propelled into infamy when she was murdered by the Manson Family at the age of 26 in the notorious killing spree that shook the nation in the summer of 1969. Rare and exceptional vintage glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter length portrait of the stunningly beautiful Tate with her hands on her hips, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few trivial surface marks. A gorgeous pose of the much sought-after actress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Attractive and youthful Paramount portrait 24. Marlon Brando. Matte-finish 8 x 10 Paramount publicity photo of Brando as a young man, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Norman, Regards, Marlon Brando.” Reverse bears a Bud Fraker photographer’s stamp. In fine condition, with a few superficial surface creases to the right side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Unique pre-MGM portrait— her first publicity photo! 25. Judy Garland. Incredibly early vintage glossy 7.75 x 10 publicity portrait of Garland, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the Universal Studio Inn—Best Wishes, Judy Garland.” Inscribed in another hand to the lower left, “To Edward Miller,” who ran the Inn, which was the studio’s commissary. Inherent in the negative are notations to the lower left, “Apeda, N. Y.,” and lower right, “JGXX.1.” Scattered surface creases, otherwise fine condition. The Apeda Studio was founded in 1906 in midtown Manhattan, and left the performing arts field in the mid-1930s. This photograph is one of a series taken by Apeda at their New York studio in 1935—Garland’s first publicity photos. Later that year, the 13-year-old Judy Garland was signed to a contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Magnificent full-length portrait as his signature character, the Little Tramp 27. Charlie Chaplin. Extraordinary iconic vintage pearl-finish 5 x 7 full-length photo of Chaplin in his enduring role as the Tramp, signed in exceptionally bold fountain pen, “Faithfully, Chas. Chaplin.” In fine condition, with minor creasing to lower left border, in no way affecting the superlative signature or crystal-clear image. In his autobiography, Chaplin describes his very first transformation into Mack Sennett’s now legendary character, recollecting a very natural, almost instantaneous acclamation: ‘The moment I was dressed, the clothes and makeup made me feel the person he was. I began to know him, and by the time I walked onstage he was fully born.’ An exceedingly rare and prominently signed example of Chaplin as his iconic character—the pinnacle of early Hollywood autographed photos. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Gorgeous, angelic photo signed circa 1963 28. Judy Garland. Sublime glossy 7.75 x 9.5 portrait of the incredibly talented and beautiful Garland, bathed in white chiffon and light, her only adornment pearl earrings, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Gerald, love, Judy Garland.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 13.5. In fine condition, with a small tear to the left border. An extraordinary photo with a dark, bold signature, signed during the era of the short-lived Judy Garland Show. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautifully signed demure 1952 Hepburn portrait 29. Audrey Hepburn. Gorgeous vintage glossy 8 x 10 double

weight Paramount Pictures 1952 publicity photo, signed in blue ink. In fine condition, with some light surface marks, none affecting the extremely bold and large signature. In the same year this photo was taken Hepburn had her first significant role in Secret People before being discovered for Roman Holiday. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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30. Audrey Hepburn. Desirable vintage matte-finish 7

x 9 photo of Hepburn as Eliza Doolittle, signed and inscribed in light blue fountain pen “To Beat, my best always, Audrey Hepburn.” In very good condition, with trimmed edges and two small repaired tears to background near the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite Laurel and Hardy portrait with its beautifully illustrated original envelope, addressed by Laurel

32. Laurel and Hardy. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 portrait of the comedy team posing side-by-side, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Hello Carolyn! Stan Laurel,” and “Oliver Hardy.” Light corner tip creasing and moderate silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Laurel’s hand, which features a gorgeous color caricature of the pair in the return address area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Arbuckle presents his Spurr portrait to a silent actress 33. Roscoe ‘Fatty’ Arbuckle.

Incredible vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.5 Melbourne Spurr portrait of Arbuckle in a suit and tie, crisply signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “ To Alice Maison, Sincerely yours, Roscoe Arbuckle.” Blindstamped in the lower right by Spurr. In fine condition. Maison was an actress who appeared in a number of silent shorts. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

35. Joseph i n e Baker. Regal vin-

tage glossy 8 x 10 fulllength photo of Baker in an elegant dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Edna, with love, Josephine Baker 1951.” In very good condition, with scattered creases (heavier to the lower right), a trimmed right edge, and the inscription and signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bergman as Joan of Arc 36. Ingrid Bergman.

Beautiful glossy 7.25 x 9.25 photo of Bergman as Joan of Arc, signed in black felt tip. Affixed to a samesize mount. In fine condition. Pr e - c e r t i f i e d PSA/DNA and R R Au c t i o n COA.…(MB $200)

Gorgeous portrait inscribed to a Hollywood hairstylist 34. Lucille Ball. Youth-

ful vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Ball, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to hairdresser Wally Wallace, “To Wally, with best wishes, Lucille Ball.” Tack hole to upper border, otherwise fine condition. Originates from the estate of Wallace. A simply stunning and uncommonly early pose. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

37. Sarah Bernhardt.

French actress (1844–1923), known as ‘The Divine Sarah,’ who became one of the most revered personalities ever to grace the stage. Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.25 postcard photo of Bernhardt in an elaborate gown and veil, signed in fountain pen. Silvering to upper portion of background and a bit of mild edge soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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Spurr portrait from 1927’s The Beloved Rogue 38. John Barrymore. American stage and screen actor (1882–1942) whose rise to stardom and subsequent decline due to alcoholism became one of the legendary tragedies of Hollywood lore. Striking and dignified vintage pearl-finish 7.75 x 9.75 Melbourne Spurr profile publicity portrait, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, John Barrymore.” Reverse bears two publicity stamps, one which reads, “Feature Productions, Inc. presents John Barrymore in ‘The Beloved Rogue’ A United Artists Picture.” Other stamp indicates photo was released by Gavin Campbell Hawn. In fine condition, with a single tack hole to each corner tip. An excellent example of one of Hollywood’s leading men, wonderfully captured by one of the leading theater photographers of the day. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

39. Montgomery C l i f t.

Dashing vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity portrait of Clift in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “George, from Montgomery Clift.” Scattered surface bends and some light contrast to the signature against his dark suit, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hurrell portrait from the apex of her career 40. J oa n C raw f o r d.

Stunning vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 Hurrell photo of Crawford in a lowcut dress and bathed in shadows, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Irene from—Joan Crawford.” In fine condition, with scattered silvering to a few of the darker areas of image and a couple trivial corner bends. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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21 41. Bette Davis.

Scarce early portrait

Pretty vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 portrait of Davis, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Wally, from, Bette Davis.” In fine condition, with a crease to the upper left corner. Originates from the estate of Hollywood hairdresser Wally Wallace. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

42. Douglas Fai rb a n ks , Sr. Fantastic

vintage mattefinish sepia 6.5 x 8.5 fulllength portrait of Fairbanks in The Iron Mask, signed in fountain pen, “Very sincerely, Douglas Fairbanks.” In fine condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

44. William Frawley. American actor (1887–1966) most well-known for his role as landlord Fred Mertz in I Love Lucy. Dashing vintage pearl-finish 7.5 x 9.5 portrait by Maurice Goldberg, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Al, with my best wishes always, Sincerely, Bill Frawley.” In fine condition. An unusually early portrait of Frawley with an exceptionally bold signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

43. Errol Flynn. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed

in fountain pen “Hello Alice! Errol Flynn.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extraordinary early Greenstreet portrait

45. Betty Grable. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Lila—With my best wishes, Betty Grable.” In very good condition, with light scattered creases, a heavier crease to the upper left corner, a few surface impressions, light silvering to darker areas of image, and slight show-through from mounting remnant to reverse affecting the facial area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

47. Cary G rant.

Matte-finish 8 x 10 headand-shoulders photo of Grant, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Happy thoughts Joe, Cary Grant.” In very good condition, with soiling and damp staining to the upper portion of the photo, mild rippling to the left edge, lightly trimmed edges, and some light contrast to areas of the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

49. Sydney Greenstreet. Vintage matte-finish 6.5 x

8.5 portrait of Greenstreet in ornate costume and makeup, likely from a Shakespearan role on Broadway, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Annie Philpott, With every good wish, from Sydney Greenstreet.” In fine condition, with some silvering to dark areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredible portrait featuring Grapewin in The Good Earth 48. Charley Grapewin. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 composite photo featuring a traditional publicity portrait and image of Grapewin in full makeup as Wang’s Father in The Good Earth, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Dons Rander, Sincerely, Charley Grapewin, 6/5/38.” In fine condition. The film, based on Pearl S. Buck’s 1931 novel of the same name, was not just cinematically important—it was nominated for five Oscars, winning two—but historically important as well. Although producer Irving Thalberg envisioned making the film using an entirely Chinese cast, it was decided that American audiences were not ready for such a film, and Western actors took the main roles. These actors were disguised by makeup artist Jack Dawn using a newly developed technique, which is seen in this stunning Grapewin portrait. Grapewin and Dawn would appear in the credits of another MGM film two years later—The Wizard of Oz, in which Grapewin portrayed Uncle Henry, and for which Dawn developed some of the most memorable character make-ups in film history. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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23 53. Buster Keaton. Vintage

50. Lesli e Howard. Vintage

matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Keaton sitting alongside Donald O’Connor on the set of The Buster Keaton Story, signed in blue ballpoint by Keaton. In fine condition, with some mild edge and corner tip creases and Keaton tracing over the beginning portion of his signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

matte-finish 5 x 7 portrait of Howard, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Bill, Sincerely, Leslie Howard.” Some light creases and foxing to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

51. Rock Hudson. Handsome

glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Hudson, signed in the upper right in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a ding to the lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Fabulous early portrait of the future Oz icon

5 2 . B u ck Jones. Fan-

tastic vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 composite photo of Jones in full cowboy regalia and smoking a cigarette below a horse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Adolph N. Sutro, Best of Luck, Buck Jones.” In fine condition, with the signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

54. Bert Lahr. Very early vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 youthful photo of Lahr looking sharp in a suit and tie, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Bert Lahr.” In fine condition, with some light brushing to last name of signature. A particularly early, uninscribed portrait highlighted by a bold signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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24 5 5 . S ta n Laurel. Early

vintage mattefinish 7 x 10 photo of Laurel in a tuxedo and straw hat, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “Kind thoughts & good wishes always Queenie, Stan.” In very good condition, with scattered paper loss to edges, several tack holes to corners, and some mild soiling and surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Highly prized signed color portrait of Scarlett O’Hara 56. Vivien Leigh. Colorized vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5

postcard photo of Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara, signed in fountain pen. Signature just a shade light and small mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. One of Hollywood’s most uncommon and desirable signed photographs in any form, even more so in color images. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

57. Peter Lor r e.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Frank, Peter Lorre.” In very good condition, with clipped corner tips, tape remnants to corners, and surface impressions from notations on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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25 58. J ay n e M a n sf i e l d.

Vintage original matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Mansfield spilling out of her leopard-print wrap and posing with country music star Billy Crash Craddock, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Crash, A very fine and talented artist! Affectionately, Jayne Mansfield.” Written along the bottom in Mansfield’s hand is the location of the “Plantation Club 1963.” In very good condition, with several brushes to inscription, several light creases, a couple light spots to Mansfield’s hair, and some scattered light edge wear. This photo was taken by Mansfield’s personal photographer at the Plantation Club, and is stamped on the back, “Hope Powell Studio, Salisbury, N.C.” Intended to make its way to Craddock as a keepsake, it instead remained with the photographer all these years. A unique piece from one of Hollywood’s greatest starlets. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

59. Jayne Mansfield. Gorgeous vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo from The Wayward Bus, signed in fountain pen, “Hi! Jayne Mansfield.” Scattered unobtrusive surface marks and dings (a few to face) and slight brush to sentiment, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mammy signs in the same year as the Gone With the Wind premiere 61. Hattie McDaniel. Scarce vintage glossy 8 x 10.25 photo of McDaniel in a housemaid costume similar to Mammy’s, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Best wishes to Doris Randle, from Hattie McDaniel, 9/4/39.” In fine condition, with some creasing to borders. Filming for Gone With the Wind finished on July 1, 1939, and post-production continued until November 11, before it premiered at the end of the year. In winning an Academy Award for her role as Mammy, McDaniel earned a place in Hollywood history as the first African-American performer to win an Oscar. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vintage signed photo from the Our Gang days 62. Our Gang: Darla Hood. Vintage glossy 9.75

x 8 photo of Hood with Buckwheat, Alfalfa, and Porky, signed and inscribed in blue ink “Lotsa good wishes to Harry Wilkinson ‘n the Hollywood Amuseum of Memories—Darla Hood.” Scattered creases, paper loss to the upper corners, scattered tack holes to the corners and border, ink notation to the lower border, a trimmed right edge, and the inscription and signature a shade light, otherwise very good condition. PSA/DNA label affixed to reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A highly desirable period piece for Our Gang collectors. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

63. Carmen Miranda.

Brazilian samba singer, dancer, and film star (1909–1955). Fabulous vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Miranda in elaborate costume, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Wally—love and kisses, Carmen Miranda.” In very good condition, with tack hole, impressions, and a noticeable tear to upper border. Originates from the estate of Hollywood hairdresser Wally Wallace. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

65. Shirley Temple.

Choice vintage matte-finish 4.5 x 6.5 20th Century Fox publicity photo, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, as a child, “To Anna, Love, Shirley Temple.” Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 13.5. In very fine condition boasting an exceptional signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare portrait of Alfalfa from the Our Gang heyday 64. Our Gang: Carl A ‘ lfalfa’ Switzer. Popu-

lar child star (1927–1959) best known from the Our Gang comedy serials until 1940. At the age of thirty-one, he was shot and killed in Los Angeles during an altercation over the reward money for a lost dog. Uncommon vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Alfalfa clad in western gear and strumming a guitar, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Luck to Joseph, ‘Alfalfa’ Our Gang 1937.” On the reverse, Alfalfa has added a short unsigned note which reads, “If any of your Pals want a photo of me tell them to rite [sic] to me. By [sic].” A bit of scattered light silvering and a circular postal impression to background of top right, otherwise fine condition. A scarce and sought-after image of Switzer from the pinnacle of Our Gang popularity. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“To Walter Disney, With appreciation of many happy hours he has given me in his inimitable films” 66. Mary Pickford. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of

Mary Pickford sharing some cheese with Mickey Mouse at Pickfair, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Walter Disney, With appreciation of many happy hours he has given me in his inimitable films, Mary Pickford.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 16. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light irregular ink adhesion to portions of inscription, light contrast to last name of signature, and some scattered light surface marks. Accompanied by a photocopy of a 1930 TLS to Disney, reading in part, “I love my Mickey Mouse. To have a replica of my hero for my very own is delightful. And such a lifelike one! More than ever has Douglas a rival.” A fabulous photo of two early entertainment icons, Pickford, the former biggest star in the world, and Mickey at the beginning of his iconic rise, with superb and direct relation to Disney. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Refined vintage portrait of the Hollywood icon 67. Elizabeth Taylor. Elegant vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 MGM publicity photo of Taylor, dressed in a dark dress and pearls, looking skyward, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Leo—Best wishes to you always, Elizabeth Taylor.” In fine condition, with a few subtle areas of mild mottling, which in no way detract from the overall appeal of the beautiful image. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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28 7 0 . Th e l m a Todd. American

actress (1906–1935) best remembered for her appearances in such comedy classics as Monkey Business, Horse Feathers, and Another Fine Mess. Though her death from carbon monoxide poisoning was ruled an accident, suspicious circumstances led to a number of theories of varying plausibility, including speculation that she was the victim of a ‘hit’ ordered by gangster ‘Lucky’ Luciano. Pretty vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Leonard Klein, With regards, Thelma Todd.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

72 . S p e n cer Tracy.

Exquisite vintage sepia mattefinish 8 x 10 close-up portrait of Tracy bathed in harsh light, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Emile—Gratefully—Spencer Tra c y, S e p t . 1942.” In fine condition. In 1942, Tracy appeared in Woman of the Year opposite Katharine Hepburn, beginning a prolific partnership that produced nine films over the next 25 years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

71. Erich von Stroheim. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x

9.5 Melbourne Spurr photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To ‘Eylla’ with all my kind wishes! Erich von Stroheim.” Photo is affixed to an 8.5 x 11 scrapbook page. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, scattered silvering to edges, and some light staining to corners from adhesive on reverse. Eylla Jacobus worked as a script surpervisor for over 30 years, including such films as Blackboard Jungle, Forbidden Planet, and The Three Stooges in Orbit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

73. Orson Welles. Handsome and early vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 photo, inscribed in fountain pen in another hand, “To Edwin Willuluy, best wishes from,” and signed underneath in fountain pen, “Orson Welles.” Some scattered light creases, a bit of light silvering, and a few mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceptional and scarce uninscribed Cowardly Lion photo 74. Wizard of Oz: Bert Lahr. American comic actor. Fittingly born a Leo in New York City, he is best remembered

today for his role as the Cowardly Lion (and the farmworker Zeke) in the classic 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz, but known during his life for a career in burlesque, vaudeville, and Broadway. He later remarked, ‘After ‘The Wizard of Oz’ I was typecast as a lion, and there aren’t all that many parts for lions.’ Very rare and highly sought after uninscribed vintage glossy 8 x 10 half-length photo of Lahr as The Cowardly Lion, signed in blue ballpoint, “Sincerely, Bert Lahr.” Double matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 15.75. In fine condition. Most of the known examples of Lahr as the Lion were signed in the 1960s and discovered in his desk after his passing. An iconic, and virtually nonexistent, Oz item. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $500)

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80. Elizabeth Allen Oversized. MB $200

81. Alice Brady Oversized. MB $200

82. George Brent Oversized. MB $100

85. Bi lli e Burke. Over-

83. Johnnie Mack Brown Oversized. MB $200

86. Maurice Chevalier

84. Dorothy Burgess Oversized. MB $200

87. Joe Cook

Oversized. MB $100

88. Nancy Davis

89. Irene Dunne

Oversized. MB $200

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s i ze d v i n t a g e matte-finish 10 x 13.5 full-length Sarony photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to George Cukor, “My beloved George, Billie.” At the bottom of the photo, Burle adds the chorus from the song, ‘Mind the Paint,’ which reads, “Mind the paint, be careful, mind the paint. Fingerprints will always show however faint. Once you smear it, or you scratch it, It’s impossible to match it, Oh be careful—mind the paint,” signing her character name underneath, “Lily Parradell.” In fine condition, with two lightly trimmed edges, and a trivial spot to top border. In 1912, Burke appeared in 136 performances of Arthur Pinero’s four-act play, Mind the Paint Girl at New York’s Lyceum Theatre. It was Cukor who directed Burke in her 1932 comeback film, A Bill of Divorcement, which was also Katharine Hepburn’s film debut. MB $200

91. Ann Gillis

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92. Paulette Goddard

93. Sonja Henie

94. Paul Henreid

95. John Hodiak

96. William Holden

97. Miriam Hopkins

98. Rochelle Hudson

99. Betty Hutton

100. Leila Hyams

101. Van Johnson

102. Frank Reicher

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Oversized. MB $100

103. June Lang

Oversized. MB $200

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104. Frances Langford

105. Evelyn Laye Oversized. MB $200

Oversized. MB $200

107. Ann Miller

108. Mae Murray

109. Carmel Myers

110. Maureen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan

111. Merle Oberon

112. Edna May Oliver

113. Joan Perry

114. Dorothy Peterson

115. Walter Pidgeon

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Oversized. MB $200

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106. Gwen Lee

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116. ZaSu Pitts

117. Esther Ralston

118. Marjorie RaMBeau

119. Sally Rand

120. Florence Reed

121. Dorothy Revier

122. Lillian Russell

123. Norma Shearer

124. Ann Sheridan

125. Jean Simmons

126. Alexis Smith

127. Barbara Stanwyck

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128. Sophie Tucker

129. Helen Twelvetrees

130. Virginia Valli

131. Virginia Weidler

132. Loretta Young

133. Robert Young

134. Vera Zorina

137. Fred Astaire

138. Agnes Ayres

139. Lauren Bacall

140. Fay Bainter

141. Freddie Bartholomew MB $100

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Oversized. MB $100

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142. William Bendix

143. Jack Benny

144. Milton Berle

145. Ray Bolger

146. John Bowers

147. James Cagney

148. Eddie Cantor

149. John Carradine

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153. Lai r d Cr egar. Actor

150. Ruth Chatterton MB $100

151. Joan Collins MB $100

(1913–1944) best remembered for the titular role in The Lodger. He died from a heart attack at age 31. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Cregar in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Wallace, with every good wish to you always, Laird Cregar.” In very good condition, with overall surface creases and dings to left edge. Originates from the estate of Hollywood hairdresser Wally Wallace. MB $200

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154. Broderick Crawford MB $100

155. Bebe Daniels MB $100

158. Marlene Dietrich. Un-

157. Diana Dors

common vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Dietrich, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, â&#x20AC;&#x153;To Jerry, Marlene, 1938.â&#x20AC;? Overall creases, scattered surface spotting, various small edge tears, and paper loss to upper right corner, otherwise very good condition. MB $100

159. Jimmy Durante

160. Henry Fonda

161. Henry Fonda

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162. Joan Fontaine

163. Glenn Ford

164. Billy Gilbert

156. Dolores del Rio MB $100

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165. Paulette Goddard

166. Leo B. Gorcey

167. George Hackathorne

168. Jack Haley

169. Ty Hardin

170. Van Heflin

171. Paul Henreid

172. Charlton Heston

173. Bob Hope

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174. Jeff Hunter

175. Tab Hunter

176. Ruth Hussey

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178. Isabel Jewell

179. Jennifer Jones

180. Shirley Jones

182. Burt Lancaster

183. Jack Lemmon

184. Mary Livingstone

185. Ida Lupino & Howard Duff MB $100

186. Jeanette MacDonald

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187. Fredric March

188. Strother Martin

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181. Percy Kilbride MB $100

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190. Marilyn Maxwell MB $100

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191. Marie McDonald MB $100

192. Mary M i les M i nter.

193. Butterfly McQueen MB $100

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Silent-era film actress (1902–1984) whose career suffered a fatal blow in 1922 with the unsolved murder of her sometime director and reputed lover William Desmond Taylor. Following her final screen appearance in 1923, she lived as a recluse in California until the end of her life. Cute vintage matte-finish 7 x 9.5 fulllength photo of Minter in a winter coat and matching hat, signed and inscribed in red fountain pen “Happy days to Lady Doris, the studio ‘vamp’ and pride of the boys. Mary Miles Minter 1917.” In fine condition, with a single tack hole to each corner. MB $200

196. Mary Nolan

197. Ramon Novarro

198. Margaret O’Brien

199. Jack Oakie

200. Merle Oberon

201. William Powell

194. Robert Mitchum

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195. Ozzie Nelson MB $100

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202. Esther Ralston

203. Martha Raye

204. Martha Raye

205. Robert Redford

206. Duncan Renaldo

207. Ginger Rogers

208. Ruth Roland

209. Jane Russell

210. Norma Shearer

211. Rod Steiger

212. James Stewart

213. James Stewart

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214. James Stewart: The ReaganS MB $200

215. Gloria Swanson

217. Lilyan Tashman

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220. Moe Howard

219. Mamie Van Doren

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218. Moe Howard

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221. Clifton Webb

216. Akim Tamiroff

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222. Virginia Weidler MB $100

223. Marie Wilson MB $100

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Contracts & Letters “I am working very hard on this new picture, ‘The Maltese Falcon’… I like the script, the cast,… and most of all, my own part, that of a detective” 227. Humphrey Bogart. Exceptional TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11,

July 13, 1941. Letter to his fan club members addressed “Dear Kids.” In full: “It’s pretty wonderful to think that the fourth [‘anniversary’ added in another hand] edition of the ‘Broadcast’ is coming out and to realize how much it has grown and I want to thank our president, Eloise, and all of you other loyal fans, who have helped to make it such a success. I am working very hard on this new picture, ‘The Maltese Falcon.’ It is a straight part, the lead, and my nose is kept right to the grind-stone, as I am in every single ‘shot,’ but I like the script, the cast, the direction, and most of all, my own part, that of a detective. Mayo and I have had only one chance to get away for a week-end on the ‘Sluggy,’ but that certainly seemed grand. Again, with many, many thanks to you all for your loyal support and with my very best wishes to you.” In fine condition, with a couple of stray red ink marks near bottom, affecting nothing. Along with High Sierra, The Maltese Falcon, in which Bogie portrayed Sam Spade, propelled him into stardom as a leading man. The film also cemented a lifelong relationship between Bogart and John Huston, who directed the actor in three more films, including Key Largo and The African Queen.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Very rare, colorful and quite candid Brando handwritten letter revealing dissatisfaction with suburban life in Hollywood 228. Marlon Brando. ALS signed “Mar,” one page, lightly-lined yellow legal paper, 8.5 x 14, postmarked June 18, 1956. Brando writes to actor Eddie Sherman, in full: “Thanks so much for the note. I just can’t tell you what a fine fucking time I had. It was one of the big gasses for me and I’ll always remember it. When I finish the picture I’m going to try to get back for a week or two. That’ll be in about two months. I just can’t get over how many pleasant people I met there. After having lived in the scuffling suburbs for about fourteen years it was a big relief to meet people who were happy enough to leave themselves unprotected. It was just great Eddie and I want to thank you sincerely for giving us such a wonderful time. I’m sending you a couple of things and I hope you like them. Please give everyone a good rimming for me especially my little nigger,” adding the post-script, “I got the passport and stuff—thanks.” Three horizontal mailing folds, a central vertical crease, and scattered light surface and corner creasing, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, partially addressed in Brando’s hand. In 1956, Brando had recently been named the number one box-office star in Hollywood, and used his considerable sway with the studio to lobby for and win the lead role in The Teahouse of the August Moon, a satire on the US occupation of Japan. He spent the first part of 1956 working on the Japanese island of Okinawa filming the picture. Some viewers of the film were so convinced of his performance as the Japanese interpreter Sakini that they asserted Brando wasn’t in the picture and demanded their money back. Likely en route to Japan, Brando visited Oahu, Hawaii, where he befriended Eddie Sherman, who worked as newspaper columnist. “Celebrities would do an interview on the Mainland and that would be it for the journalist,” Sherman said. “But they’d come to Honolulu and spend awhile…I’d get to really know people in a way not possible anywhere else.” A forthright letter embodying Brando’s brash persona. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“You may have turned me into a ‘lidy’ and taught me to wash mi’ fice and ‘ands,” Eliza Doolittle applauds Cukor 229. Audrey Hepburn. Incredible ALS signed “Audrey,” seven pages on four light blue sheets (on three pages she uses both sides), 6.25 x 8.25, no date [but 1964 added in an unknown hand]. Hepburn writes legendary film director George Cukor. In part: “And now the time has come. I must put it in blue and blue, no grunts and gasps, and cheers and chuckles, nor oo’s and ah’s nor kisses nor hugs of joy and appreciation any longer suffice. I must commit myself to paper—easier said than done! Though you may have turned me into a ‘lidy’ and taught me to wash mi’ fice and ‘ands and to watch me P’s and H’s, and I do have feelin’s same as hanyone helse, that does not mean I have mastered the majesty of the English language. The BEST part of the whole M. F. L. [My Fair Lady] doin’s is without a doubt those precious days spent in your ‘basement.’ If only you’d invited me a year ago…The prettiness of my room, the softness of my bed, the glow of the fire—the unspeakable cosiness of our ‘trays’ by the fire, the thoughtfulness of each pencil and ashtray pillow and posy, the luxury of Ingrid, the soundless sweetness of Myrtle, the dainty dishes derived by Ester, Silka’s soothing serving, Capy’s bottomless disposall [sic] adoration have spoiled me rotten and I not only any longer

fit for Covent Garden…the infinite warmth and cosiness of your blowing in and out of my room…the constant care and fun of you and the immeasurable depths of your understanding not just of me but of the whole human race make you a treasure trove of a friend…what can I say after I’ve said ‘I love you.’ I shall add THANK YOU with all my heart. xx Audrey P.S. Under seperate [sic] billing I wish to pay tribute to Irene, without whos [sic] patiant [sic] passing of the telephone and constant care and ‘chic’ my stay might have been chaotic!!” In fine condition with faint paperclip impression at the top of each page. Studio executives selected Hepburn for the 1964 role of Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady because of her talent and innate beauty—and because they knew she had never had a box office flop. Her ‘transformation’ from a young flower seller with her working class Cockney speech, then schooled on how to speak like a lady, struck a chord with audiences. Despite her style and class, Hepburn took on that Cockney personage in this playful letter to Cukor. The iconic actress and legendary director forged a close relationship following production, the joyful experience elegantly described here. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Shortly after beginning her self-imposed retirement, and nursing an injury, the screen legend tries to remain cordial despite her “bitterness” 230. Greta Garbo. Autograph letter, in pencil, one page,

no date, but envelope postmarked Los Angeles, July 15, 1950. The letter to her friend Allen Porter reads, in full: “A for Allen. Thank you for sending my shorts. I have been very sad. I hurt my wrist and have been confided [sic] to the backyard for two weeks now. I suppose I should have stayed in Manhattan. It is difficult for me to write on account of it hurts. But in spite of all my ‘bitterness’ I send you my fondest. You may hug your friends from me also, but that is as far as I can go today because of being ‘bitter.’ Thank you again.” Under the closing, Garbo has drawn an arrow adding “Sounds like a shoppe.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in pencil by Garbo. Letter and envelope are matted and framed, with an irregularly clipped and light red pencil signature, “Greta Garbo,” on a yellow slip (removed from one of her tax returns), and an original Bull portrait, to an overall size of 27.5 x 25.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds to letter and moderate creasing to portrait. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from George Sanders, as well as other Sanders correspondence to the original owner. Allen Porter was a curator at MOMA who was one of the only people with whom Garbo discussed her career. He would reportedly screen her movies for her in private, however, Garbo ended their friendship when he granted an interview about her. Although the exact reason for Garbo’s “bitterness” mentioned in the letter may never be known, it may very well have to do with Porter’s indiscretion and Garbo’s abandonment of Hollywood for New York after a final screen test in 1949. The letter shows a longing to return to a private and simplistic life in New York, where she would continue to add to the Garbo mystique for the next 30 years, declining interviews, film offers, public appearances, and practically any interaction with her fans. A boldly written and insightful piece of correspondence from one of the supreme rarities among Hollywood personalities. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

231. Paul N ewman. ALS signed

“Paul,” one page, 6 x 9, personal letterhead, May 26, 1955. Letter to Barbara Rushmore, president of his fan club. In part: “Sorry about the snapshot. Now I can’t find it. I’m sending half of one that I found in my dressing room. Happy that the meetings are going well, and also that you saw my point of view about the buttons, etc.” In fine condition, with a couple areas of toning to the right border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

232. Spencer Tracy. ALS, one

page, 5 x 6.5, June 15, 1937. Letter to Mark Hellinger a hard-living, harddrinking journalist, theatre critic, and film producer. In full: “Just wanted to say thank you for all the kind thoughts the last year—Hope to see you again at the ‘long’ table at Metro.” In fine condition, with light adhesive remnants to top edge, with more remnants on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A steadfast statement from the fledgling icon to his fan club president: “I have one basic obligation and that is to myself— to be recognized and possibly applauded only upon the merits of my performances and what I am able to create”

233. Paul Newman. ALS, three pages both sides, 6.25 x 9, personal letterhead, March 21, 1955. Letter to one of the found-

ers of his fledgling fan club, Barbara Rushmore. Newman tries to relay the fact that he does what he does for himself. In part, “As for the membership cards and buttons…I sort of think the buttons and cards are presumptuous, not on your part, but on mine. They almost say, ‘Look at me! I’m a star.’ I’m not deserving of that for one thing and I’m not ready for it for another…I have no idea why I feel the necessity to defend myself but since I do I’ll admit only one thing and that is—I have an odd, perhaps non-commercial idea about my responsibilities as a working person in the theatre. I have one basic obligation and that is to myself—to be recognized and possibly applauded only upon the merits of my performances and what I am able to create. I have no intention of trying to achieve notoriety by being seen at the Stork Club, by being something that I am not, i.e., an exciting and eccentric commercial personality. I cannot understand how actors can use their wives and children as devices to get themselves publicity for themselves…on their ability to hit the front pages because they’ve smoked marihuana [sic] or gotten drunk and hit someone of importance, etc, ad infinitum.” Accompanied by a vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 close-up photo of Newman, and an original glossy 4.75 x 6.75 photo of Rushmore that she sent to Newman of her in a cheesecake pose wrapped in just a towel, with her personal stats written on the back. In fine condition, with a staple hole to top left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Back on the Broadway stage after Roman Holiday, Hepburn sends humble thanks to Eddie Mannix one of “those kind people who wished me so well for the Academy Award” 234. Audrey Hepburn. TLS signed “Very sincerely, Audrey Hepburn,” one page, 6 x 8, typed 46th Street Theatre letterhead, June 9, 1954. Letter to Eddie Mannix. I full: “I have been putting off writing until this moment to those kind people who wished me so well for the Academy Award. I so much wanted to do it quietly and at my leisure. In all the excitement, your warming wishes, were the nicest part of all.” In fine condition. After garnering the Academy Award for Best Actress, Hepburn signed a multi-picture deal with Paramount, with a year interval between films to give her time to return to the stage. A fantastic and gracious letter from the outset of Hepburn’s storied movie career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Confessing his disdain of the Oscars to Billy Wilder: “I do not believe in the integrity of the damn things when I think that Garbo never had one, Chaplin never had one, and Hitchcock never had one” 235. Charles Laughton. TLS signed “Charles,” two pages, 8 x 10, March 28, 1958. Letter to Billy Wilder. In part: “I hope you know me well enough to see that I am telling the truth when I tell you that I am very glad I was not awarded the Oscar. Every time I thought of it, I got into a frightful state of mind. I do not believe in the integrity of the damn things when I think that Garbo never had one, Chaplin never had one, and Hitchcock never had one. Have you had one, my dear fellow? I don’t remember. It would have made a nasty mark on me not to turn down something which I so heartily look down on, and I had been advised by Loyd Wright that I must not. I was terribly shocked when I heard that you wee not even nominated for your script and directing of ‘Witness,’ as I am not one of those fools, and I know the score of what’s what.” In fine condition, with a staple and punch holes to top edge, docketing notation to bottom of second page, and a few scattered creases. Laughton was nominated for Best Actor for Wilder’s 1958 film Witness For the Prosecution, which also received nominations for Best Director, Best Picture, and three others. An ironically critical letter, as Laughton had won the Best Actor Oscar for his role in the 1933 film The Private Life of Henry VIII. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

236. S ta n L au r e l . T L S

signed “Stan,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Oceana letterhead, September 29, 1961. Letter to Queenie Karno. In part: “Sorry to know of your ill health… Note your Dr. is a L&H fan—please convey my regards & best. I just mailed him a picture per your request, hope he will receive it in good condition…Haven’t been feeling too good of late, high blood pressure business or something, have never had this nonsense before, so now have this to worry about—Blimey!” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning. Accompanied by a second TLS from Fred Karno to Queenie, one page, September 9, 1927, mentioning Stan Laurel and “Chaplin.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“You are tops as director. Milland, of course, is out of this world in it” 237. Lost Weekend: Jan e Wyman. TLS

signed “Janie,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Wyman’s Warner Bros. letterhead, January 22, 1945. Letter to Billy Wilder. In part: “I do so want to thank you for running Lost Weekend for me, I was thrilled to pieces to see it. Think it is wonderful, and proves what I have always known—that you are tops as director. Milland, of course, is out of this world in it. I’d like to lay you—ten to one—that it’s going to be a smash hit.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and mild toning to upper portion of page. Obviously Wyman pegged the film right on the head, as The Lost Weekend would be nominated for seven Academy Awards, winning four including Best Director, Best Picture, and Best Actor. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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The Lost Weekend author praises Wilder for his film noir classic: “Double Indemnity is the first that has carried me away, making me forget camera, actors, lights, techniques, writers, yes, even the director himself” 238. Lost Weekend: Charles Jackson. Author (1903–1968) widely known for his 1944 novel The Lost Weekend. Extremely rare TLS signed “Charlie,” one page, 8.25 x 11, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures letterhead, May 10, 1944. Letter to Billy Wilder. In part: “Since I came to Hollywood, I’ve become awful picture conscious. By which I mean that I’m unable to see a picture now (and I’ve seen one almost everyday since I arrived) without being conscious of the mechanics behind it. Double Indemnity is the first that has carried me away, making me forget camera, actors, lights, techniques, writers, yes, even the director himself. I completely believed it, which is all one can ask of any art, ever…I’m so impressed by so many things about it—and encouraged for the entire industry. The whole picture has a great integrity…the whole wonderful cheap atmosphere and background of the story, so commonplace as to be almost poetic (like the great American cheapness of von Stroheim’s Greed)…Often I was reminded—right in my breast—of the intimate quarrel scenes in Macbeth: the ambitious ruthless woman, the pitiable weak likable and highly imaginative man, caught together. Damn it, this is difficult to write about, simply because I felt it all so keenly, and talked and thought about it for hours afterward. I’m filled with admiration for the job you’ve all done (Paramount should be very proud of you).” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a few staple holes to top left corner. Paramount acquired the rights to adapt The Lost Weekend into a film version for a tidy sum of $35,000. Wilder would win the Academy Award for Best Director, with the film garnering three other Oscars. A letter of glowing praise from Jackson shortly before Wilder sets his sights on The Lost Weekend, Jackson’s well-reviewed best selling novel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Douglas wishes Wilder luck at the 1951 Academy Awards for Ace In the Hole 239. Kirk Douglas.

TLS signed “Kirk,” one page, 7.25 x 10, personal letterhead, March 28, 1951. Letter to Billy Wilder at Paramount Studios. In full: “I wanted to tell you again how thoughtful it was of you to bring over the English reviews on Ace. I’m so happy about them; if only we can do half as well over there. I’m leaving tonight, and so I won’t be there for the Awards tomorrow. No matter what you win or don’t, my mother and I give you our own Bar Mitzvah Award. There’s nothing higher.” In fine condition, with two torn out punch holes to top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

240. Clifton Webb. ALS signed “C,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 6.75, Ritz-Carlton letterhead, Boston, postmarked March 29, 1939. Letter to his mother. In part: “Had supper with…a girl who is the daughter of one of the professors at Harvard Law school—she goes to Smith College and is coming to N. Y. to go on the stage next season.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Webb’s hand. Webb had just finished a three month run of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest at the Vanderbilt Theatre in New York, and was likely in Boston to perform the classic comedy. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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TLS, one page, 5.5 x 3.25, February 20, 1962. Letter to an admirer. In part: “The plan you described for a playroom looks very attractive…I was never too interested in the art of ‘Pool,’ it had no appeal for me.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

242. Charlton Heston. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.5,

personal letterhead, May 19, 1960. Belated letter of thanks for a previously sent letter. In part: “Though I’ve just returned from a trip halfway around the world, I’ve not yet managed a successful re-entry from the orbit I spun into on Oscar night. Of all the cliches that turn out to be true about getting one of those little gold men, the truest is the pleasure you take in the warm approval of your colleagues. I’m most proud to consider myself one of yours, and very happy for your kind words from the Morning After.” In fine condition, with an ink notation to bottom of page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Hepburn graciously fills out a celebrity questionnaire answering great questions including her life’s ambition and favorite movie star “Spencer Tracy” 244. Kathari n e H epburn. A fabu-

lous and unique autograph questionnaire page, 7.5 x 5, completely filled out in fountain pen by Hepburn. At the top she writes her full name, “Katharine Houghton Hepburn, February 13th, 1945,” adding a self-portrait caricature in the upper right corner. Underneath she adds her street address, date of birth and birthplace. She lists her likes “eating,” and dislikes “not eating,” and answers four other questions: Favorite Pastime “Tennis in spite of my game”; Favorite Boy’s Name “Thomas”; Favorite Movie Star “Spencer Tracy”; and Life’s Ambition “To be a tennis champion who retired unbeaten.” Eddie Duchin has filled out the reverse of the page, with his life’s ambition to be a “Champion Slot machine player.” In fine condition. An insightful and candid offering from the usually private Hepburn, who at this time was dedicating much of her time to Tracy and his personal issues. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mitchell letter from the middle of Gone With the Wind filming 243. G on e Wit h t h e Wi n d: Margar et M itch ell. American author (1900–1949) whose single novel,

Gone With the Wind, became one of the best-sellers of all time and spawned one of the most fabled movies in Hollywood history. She died after being struck by a speeding car at the age of 48. TLS, signed “Margaret M. Marsh,” one page, 7 x 11, personal letterhead, March 1, 1939. In full: “I am returning the clippings, which I enjoyed much. Thank you for letting me see them.”; and a clipped signature, “Mrs. John Marsh, 1268 Piedmont Ave N.E., Atlanta, Ga.,” on a light brown 4 x 2 slip clipped from the return address area of an envelope. Scattered light toning and foxing to letter, and a light pencil notation to top, otherwise fine condition. The immense popularity of her 1936 novel spawned the release of the theatrical version of Gone With the Wind, which premiered in Atlanta on December 15, 1939. Future president of the United States Jimmy Carter recalled that weekend of festivities ‘at the end of the year the biggest event to happen in the South in my lifetime,’ as over one million people came to Atlanta to participate. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A rare find! All three Dandridge sisters sign on for the 1938 film Snow Gets in Your Eyes 245. Dorothy Dandridge. Acting trio

consisting of actress Dorothy Dandridge, Vivian Dandridge and Etta Jones who were active from 1934–1940. Very uncommon DS, signed “Dorothy Dandridge,” “Vivian Dandridge,” and “Etta Jones,” five onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, March 4, 1938. Agreement between the Dandridge Sisters and Loew’s Incorporated for the sisters to appear in the film Snow Gets in Your Eyes for a salary of $400.00. The studio agrees to furnish all wardrobe with the studio retaining all the rights to the sisters’s work. Signed on the last page by all three sisters and also signed by the Loew’s Assistant Treasurer. In fine condition, with punch holes to top edges and some mild toning and an office stamp to last page. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

246. Errol Flynn. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11,

November 15, 1940. Agreement between Flynn and Warner Brothers that allows Flynn to withdraw $15,000 from a trust over the course of “three and one-third weeks.” Signed at the conclusion in green ink by Flynn and a Warner Bros. secretary. Text bears numerous ink corrections throughout and the document has been initialed twice by Flynn in the left margin. Intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, staple holes to the upper left corner, and a few expected office stamps and notations, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Gable gives his approval for his image and signature to be reproduced in his fan mail 247. Clark Gable. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 11, 1952. Gable gives Loew’s Incorprated his “consent to your using…reproductions of my signature, on my photographs or portraits, and/or in connection with exploitation generally, including but not being limited to, my fan mail.” In fine condition, with torn punch holes, staple holes, and mounting remnants to top edge and a few scattered creases. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy 8 x 10 of Gable for the 1936 film Wife Versus Secretary. An unusual association between Gable and his legions of fans, as he does his best to maintain his popularity. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Incredible relic from the tragic end of one of Hollywood’s first power couples 248. Clark Gable. DS, signed “Clark Gable,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 14, July 15, 1942. Western Union, as “a creditor of Carole Lombard, etc., deceased…presents its claim against the estate of said deceased, with the necessary vouchers, to Clark Gable as Executor of said estate,” in the amount of $14.13. Affixed to the lower portion of the document is a receipt for telegrams sent by Lombard. Gable approves the claim, signing on a reverse docketing panel. Light scattered toning, a few light creases, and expected filing and staple holes to the top, otherwise fine condition. Gable and Lombard were married for three years until her untimely death in a plane crash, a loss from which Gable never truly recovered. A rare and highly desirable document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Judy and her mother take a small percentage on Oz children’s clothes from L. Frank Baum’s widow 249. Judy Garland. Very rare DS, boldly signed “Judy Garland,” and “Ethel M. Garland,” twelve pages, 8.5 x 11, June 30, 1939. Agreement between Loew’s Incorporated and Robern Sportswear Inc. concerning “an agreement dated March 4, 1939, Licensor acquired from Maud G. Baum [author L. Frank Baum’s widow] the sole and exclusive right…to exploit and use said work and the characters thereof for commercial purposes of any and all kinds… Licensee desires to manufacture, process and distribute children’s skirts and suits…which will represent characters in the said work,” under a commercial tie up with the Wizard of Oz. Contract states Loew’s will receive “4 1/2 % of the selling price of all quantities of said skirts and suits and an amount equal to 1/2% of the selling price of said skirts and suits to Judy Garland, a minor, and her mother., Mrs. Ethel M. Garland.” Nicely signed at the bottom of the last page “Judy Garland” and by her mother “Mrs. Ethel M. Garland,” underneath, as Garland was only 17 at the time. In very good condition, with expected document wear. Document is accompanied by its original detached light blue wrappers, with “Agreement Re: ‘The Wizard of Oz,” typed on the front. Just a mere six weeks later, The Wizard of Oz premiered at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Grant signs off on a stand-in for a shot in Hitchcock’s Notorious 250. Cary Grant. DS, one page, 8 x 10, Janu-

ary 16, 1946. RKO Radio Pictures informs Grant that “we desire to use a ‘double’ for you in connection with a ‘matte shot’ which we intend to photograph for our motion picture now entitled ’Notorious,’ and we hereby request your consent to the use of such ‘double’ in your stead.” Grant signs the bottom of the document agreeing to the use of the double, and also signed by the studio’s assistant secretary. Suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Grant to an overall size of 27 x 20.5. In fine condition, with expected stamps and notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hepburn signs to play Shakespeare’s Rosalind in 1949

251. Katharine Hepburn. DS, one page both sides,

8.5 x 22, December 3, 1949. Actor’s Equity Association standard run-of-play contract in which Hepburn agrees to “render services as an actor in the part of ‘Rosalind’ in the play now called As You Like It…during the season of 1949–1950.” Signed at the conclusion by Hepburn and a Theatre Guild manager. In fine condition. As You Like It was Hepburn’s first attempt at Shakespeare, and was a great commercial success—as a result, she was offered the role as Rose Sayer in The African Queen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

252. Peter Lorre.

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, September 23, 1937. Lorre authorizes 20th Century Fox “to issue a copy of my contract with your studio…to the firm of attorneys of Mitchell, Silverberg, Roth & Knutt.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Lorre. Intersecting folds, file holes to top, and expected notations and stamps, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

253. Sal M i n eo.

Actor tragically stabbed to death at the age of 37 in February 1976, best remembered for his roles in Rebel Without a Cause, Giant, and Exodus. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 15, 1959. Release form from Mineo granting the News Syndicate Company and the Chicago Tribune “to use my name, picture or portrait, in publications for editorial or promotional purposes, excluding, however, commercial advertising.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Mineo. In fine condition and boasting a flawless signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

254. Dick Powell. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 24, 1961. Powell gives MGM and John Houseman Productions permission for scenes from The Bad and the Beautiful to be used in a scene in the upcoming film Two Weeks in Another Town “without additional compensation to me.” Signed at the conclusion by Powell. In fine condition, with two punch holes to top edge and some light foxing along right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Warner Bros. allows Rains to appear in Angel on My Shoulder

255. Claude Rains. DS, two onionskin pages, 8.5 x

11, June 29, 1945. Warner Bros. grants Rains’s request that he be “permitted to render…services in a motion pictured for Mr. Charles Rogers in the role of the warden in the picture ‘Angel on My Shoulder.’” Signed at the conclusion by Rains and a studio executive. Rusty staple marks and holes to the upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The studio keeps Russell under wraps before the premiere of The Best Years of Our Lives

257. Natalie Wood. DS, one page, 8.5 x 13, December 17, 1962. Release form in which Wood and Warner Bros. terminate their contract, agreeing to “release and discharge each other of and from any and all debts, controversies, actions, causes of action, claims and demands of any and every nature whatsoever.” Overall creases and soiling, and dampstaining to the lower right affecting Wood’s signature, otherwise very good condition. Wood had made West Side Story with Warner Bros. in 1961, just a year before this termination of her contract. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

256. Harold Russell. World War II veteran (1914–

2002) who became one of only two non-professional actors to win an Academy Award for acting, winning two for the same role. DS, signed “Harold J. Russell,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, May 27, 1946. Agreement between Samuel Goldwyn Productions and Russell considering proposed personal appearances by Russell in regards to the film The Best Years of Our Lives. In part: “We both are anxious that when this photoplay is exhibited, the portrayal of your role shall have a maximum artistic and dramatic effect. It is felt by both of us that the possibility of such maximum effect may be diminished if, prior to the actual exhibition of the photoplay you should make so-called ‘personal appearances without our prior consent…You agree that without our prior written consent thereto you will not make any personal appearances…before the first release and public exhibition…of the photoplay now entitled ‘The Best Years of Our Lives.’” In fine condition, with two staples to top edge as well as a small area of paper loss. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

258. 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 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 highest-paid live acts in the country. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The kung-fu legend issues a rare check to his instructor and ‘iron palm’ master 259. Br uce Le e.

Scarce personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lee, payable to James Y. Lee for $30.00, September 25, 1966. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes, not affecting the pristine signature. James Lee was one of three personally certified 3rd rank instructors and co-founded the Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $500)

260. [Marlon Brando]. Samuel Goldwyn Productions business check, 6 x 3.25, filled out in type and secretarially endorsed, payable to Marlon Brando for $8,933.62, June 11, 1955. In fine condition. This check was issued to Brando during the production of Guys and Dolls, which ran from March 14 to July 9, 1955. Quite successful, Guys and Dolls was nominated for four Oscars, and Variety named it the most profitable film of 1956. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The Duke buys a copy of his 1952 film The Quiet Man for his personal use 261. John Wayne. DS, two pages,

7.25 x 9, February 12, 1953. Agreement between Republic Productions and Wayne furnishing him with a 16mm print of The Quiet Man for his personal use for the remainder of the copyright. Wayne agrees that it is for private use only, and will not be sold, licensed or shown publicly. He also agrees to pay $360.06 for the copy. Signed at the conclusion by Wayne and countersigned by Republic’s assistant secretary. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Wayne as he appeared in the film (exhibiting some moderate discoloration) to an overall size of 29 x 14.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Remarkable 1953 triple-signed James Dean check cut shortly before being called to Hollywood 263. James Dean. Rare and extremely desirable triple-signed bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Dean, payable to James Dean for $50.00, November 20, 1953. In fine condition, with expected stamp and cancellation holes, some lightly affecting first name of signature on pay line (endorsement signature is pristine). The year of 1953 proved to be quite successful for Dean, as he appeared in 14 different roles, including November television performances in the role of ‘Joey’ in Armstrong Circle Theater’s The Bells of Cockaigne and as ‘Paul’ in the television film Harvest. In early 1954, Dean headed for Los Angeles to begin shooting East of Eden, the role that would garner him the first posthumous acting nomination in the history of the Academy Awards. Triple-signed checks from Dean are very highly coveted by collectors. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

After the release of Vertigo, Stewart takes his passport to exotic African and Asian locations 264. Jam es Stewart. Stew-

art’s personal passport, number 1233953, issued on November 26, 1958. Passport measures 3.75 x 6, with Stewart’s personal information typed on the reverse of the second page and signed in blue ink, “James Maitland Stewart.” Affixed to the reverse of the second page is Stewart’s 3 x 2.75 passport snapshot, signed across the top, “James Maitland Stewart.” Photo bears an embossed State Department seal over the facial area of photo. Also, on the inside front cover, Stewart has printed his name, adding his address and emergency contact. Eleven of the inside pages bear official visa stamps from locations including, England (1959), Germany (1959), India (1959), Gibraltar, and Kenya (1961). In fine condition, with expected handling wear. An extremely uncommon format with the only full Stewart signature we have encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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55 265. Glenn Ford. Glenn Ford’s personal passport, number A1015122, issued on April 8, 1980. Passport measures 3.5 x 5, and contains his printed personal information on the second page, and is signed in red felt tip, “Glenn Ford.” Affixed on the adjacent page is a 2.25 x 2 passport snapshot. Photo bears an embossed State Department seal over the facial area of photo. Ten of the inside pages bear entry stamps from different countries including Australia, Germany, and various places in Canada. Personal information page also bears a large cancellation stamp. In fine condition. It appears that Ford was traveling for leisure at this time, as he appeared in only one film, the slasher movie Happy Birthday to Me, a box office failure. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fairbanks’s jet-setting passport from the 1980s 266. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr.

Douglas Fairbanks, Jr.’s well-used personal passport, number D2019730, issued on October 12, 1983. Passport measures 3.5 x 4.5, with his personal information typed on the second page and signed near the bottom of the page by Fairbanks. Affixed on the adjoining page is Fairbanks’s 2 x 2 color passport snapshot, which bears an embossed State Department seal over the facial area of photo. The reverse of the page bearing the photo is again signed by Fairbanks. Eighteen of the inside pages bear official visa stamps including England, France, Dominican Republic, United States, Brazil, and the West Indies. In fine condition, with expected light wear. Fairbanks, a lesser-recognized though highly decorated WWII officer, was used to traveling abroad for both his military and civilian occupations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Issued in the same year as Ben-Hur 267. Francis X. Bushman. Bushman’s personal passport, number 126943,

issued on October 13, 1925. Partly-printed passport document, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.75 x 12, filled out with Bushman’s personal information, including his occupation as “Actor.” Stapled to the lower right is his 2.5 x 2.75 passport photo, bearing an embossed State Department seal to the upper left, signed at the top in black ink, “Francis X. Bushman.” Inside pages bear visa stamps from the British Territories and Palestine, China, and Japan, all dated June 1927. Document also bears an affixed State Department seal and pre-printed signature of Secretary of State Francis Kellogg. In fine condition, with a couple rust marks from staples and expected cancellation cut and stamp to left side. This passport was issued in the same year as the release of Ben-Hur, in which Bushman played one of his most famous roles as the villain, Messala. Period passports of silent screen stars are practically nonexistent. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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56 268. Vi nce nte Minnelli. Minnelli’s

original California driver’s license, May 11, 1976, 3.25 x 2.25, signed on a ‘certificate of extension’ affixed to the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Vincente A. Minnelli.” Front of the license bears a photo of Minnelli and a preprinted signature. Scattered soiling and slight haloing to signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Sammy’s final membership card to the DGA 269. Sammy Davis, Jr.

Davis’s Directors Guild of America, Inc. 1990 membership card, 3.25 x 2, signed on the front in black felt tip. In fine condition. Davis had three director’s credits, directing the 2nd and 3rd Annual Black Achievement Awards in 1979 and 1980, as well as an episode of the Sanford and Son spin-off, Sanford in 1980. An uncommon, and highly personal effect from a lesser-known part of Davis’s illustrious career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Garbo wishes Webb a “Happy Xmas”

270. Greta Garbo. Garbo’s State of California Department of Motor Vehicles instruction permit, 5 x 4, issued on February 17, 1958. Carbon permit has Garbo’s personal information and address and bears a fairly light and partially legible carbon signature of Garbo at the center. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

271. Greta Garbo. Unsigned typed telegram from Greta Garbo to Clifton Webb, one page, 8 x 6.25, colorfully illustrated Western Union holiday letterhead, December 23, 1958. In full: “Happy Xmas.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Medical notes for Bogart’s X-rays during his cancer surgery 272. H um ph rey Bogart.

Unsigned document, one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, February 29 to March 19, 1956. Medical document regarding X-rays related to the surgery to remove Bogart’s esophageal cancer, including notes from his doctor from both before and after the surgery. On February 29, the day before surgery, his doctor notes, “Barium studies revealed a flat irregular defect involving the middle third of the esophagus…There is no significant obstruction.” On March 1, he writes, “A portable anteroposterior view of the chest shows a large amount of mottled density at the right base but this is unchanged…A posterior segment of the fifth rib on the right has been surgically removed. The right lung is fully expanded and there is no pleural fluid there.” Some progress was shown on the following day, when there was a “complete clearing of the diffuse density which was present over the entire left hemithorax.” Reverse bears a brief description and the cost of each radiograph. In fine condition, with a piece of red tape affixed to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

273. Godfather Part II.

Three documents relating to The Godfather Part II: one page DS, 8.5 x 13.5, with a two-page rider stapled to the back, dated October 25, 1973, for Bruno Kirby to play the role of “Young Clemenza,” for no less than four weeks, at a salary of $650.00 per week. Signed at the conclusion by Kirby, who has also signed the second page of the rider; another one-page DS, 8.5 x 13.5, with a two page rider stapled to the back, dated February 22, 1974, hiring George Robotham to be stunt man in the film at a salary of $518.00 for one week; and a two-page DS, 8.5 x 11, dated October 22, 1973, hiring Michael Higgins to play the part of a courier in the film for $500.00 for the day. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

2 74 . L u c i l l e Ball. Collection of

correspondence between Lucy and Kenny Westcott consisting of five TLS, all signed “Lucy,” dating from 1965–1971, and two ALSs, signed “Lucy,” one oversized, written from Gstaad and Hawaii. One TLS from 1965 reads, in part: “I just want you to know how much I appreciate you and your brother, Freddie, not only for the consistently fine job you do, but for your unfailling good nature.” One letter is accompanied by the original mailing envelope. In fine condition. Westcott served as the property master for all 144 episodes of Here’s Lucy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Large collection of early vintage photos 275. Ava Gardner. Archive consisting of 45 photos, one ALS, one ANS, and a handwritten envelope. Photos include candid snapshots, press photos, and studio portraits of various sizes and finishes, and depict Gardner throughout all stages of her life and career. Especially amazing are a group of photos of Gardner as a young woman, including some of her in college and even a couple of her as a child. Some are affixed to scrapbook pages. The ALS is signed “Ava,” two pages both sides, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, no date. In part: “Have a very early dental appointment—Christ I thought at least my chompers would hold out…I hate the drilling & stuff but the numbness after is even worse.” Also includes an ANS signed “Ava,” and an original mailing envelope filled out in Gardner’s hand. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by some correspondence sent to Gardner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Humphrey Bogart Lot 276

Impressive archive including two Bogart signed letters—one mentioning the Maltese Falcon—and a host of never-before-seen candid photos

abulous collection of materials directly from the family of the founder of Bogart’s very first fan club, Eloise Coates. This huge archive consists of correspondence and photos spanning from the late 1930s to the early 1940s, and includes two authentically signed letters from Bogart to his fan club, one regarding a reunion of his Maltese Falcon co-stars, letters from his wife Mayo, a large collection of letters from Bogart’s secretaries Kathie Sloan and Gale Beatty, with some of the letters signed with Bogart’s name by the respective secretary. Also included is a great assortment of unsigned photos, mostly candids, and many of Bogart at home, on the studio lot, and even several of his beloved boat the ‘Sluggy.’ TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, February 18, 1942. Letter to his fan club members addressed “Dear Kids.” In full: “I have just finished another picture, ‘Escape from Crime,’ and now I am off for a short rest on the ‘Sluggy,’ of course taking my cook (Mayo) with me. While on the boat I’ll do my turn for the Coast Guard Auxiliary. On my return, we’ll start work on ‘Across the Pacific,’ which will have John Huston as director and Mary Astor and perhaps Sidney [sic] Greenstreet, all of the ‘Maltese Falcon’ as members of the cast. I hope the fans will enjoy it. I have bought a bicycle and keep it at the studio so that I can ride to lunch at the Lakeside Golf Club, while I am working; thus keeping fit and incidentally having a lot of fun. I registered for the Draft the other day, as I suppose many of you men have.”

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 4, 1943. Letter to his fan club reads, in part: “I finished ‘Passage to Marseilles’ yesterday, and after a weeks rest on the boat, Mayo and I are planning to leave on Nov. 15th on an over-seas tour of the camps. I have been wanting to do something for the boys in the service and so the Victory Committee has planned this trip for us, and Warner Bros. has agreed to let me go. We shall probably be gone for ten weeks and we ourselves have not been told just where we are to go and we won’t know until we leave. It will be a great experience for us both, a flight of many, many miles and a chance to see the boys near the front lines, we hope. There will be two others in our party, Zero Mostelle [sic] the impersonator and an accordion player as accompanist for Mayo, who will sing for the boys.” The remainder of the collection includes eight TLSs signed by Mayo Bogart; three ALSs from Mayo; two letters from Bogart’s mother; a letter from his sister; almost 100 letters from Bogart’s secretary Kathy Sloan, 39 letters from his secretary Gale Beatty; and approximately a dozen letters signed by either Mayo or Sunny Bogart. Approximately 100 candid photos of various sizes, many of which include Bogart, some of Mayo, Bogart’s secretaries, and a few of Bogart and Coates, and many of which are notated on the back as far as date and location. Highlights of the included photos are: two of Bogart and Joe Louis, several photos of Humphrey and Mayo on board the Sluggy; Coates and others visiting Bogart’s home; and photos of Bogart on the studio lot. Provenance: Eloise Coats Collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Bogart’s sister’s personal scrapbook including two rarely seen early childhood portraits 277. Humphrey Bogart. Scrapbook kept by the actor’s

sister, Frances ‘Pat’ Bogart Rose, during the 1950s, consisting of family correspondence, photos, and press clippings about her brother—several of the letters have interesting Bogie content. Affixed to the last page is an ANS from Lauren Bacall, in full: “With much love to Pat, Betty & Bogie.” Also included in the scrapbook are cards from Bogart’s children Steven and Leslie, a condolence card from her brother’s passing, original newspapers, and an original photo of Bogart, Bacall and his sister Pat. Also included are three fantastic Bogart family photos: one matte-finish 3.5 x 5 oval portrait of Bogart as a toddler, posing with his younger sister; one matte-finish 3.75 x 4.5 portrait of his father in hunting gear, posing with a rifle and a dog; and one matte-finish 3.5 x 4.5 portrait of Bogart’s mother with an infant child. All are matted and framed to an approximate size of 6.75 x 8.25. In overall very good to fine condition. Provenance: Butterfield & Butterfield, 2000. Bogart’s younger sister Frances, nicknamed Pat, was a troubled soul who spent much of her adult life in and out of mental institutions. She was a beloved part of the family. This is Pat’s personal scrapbook from when she was in the hospital. A touching glimpse into the family of the famous actor. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wayne, Ford, Tracy, and a multitude of others pay their respects to a noted character actor and decorated veteran 278. John Wayne: Jack Pennick. Pennick was an

American film actor appearing primarily in the movies of John Ford, including several with John Wayne. Pennick joined the US Marine Corps and served in China in 1912 and in World War I. His rather unforgettably unattractive face caught the attention of filmmakers, particularly Ford, and Pennick began to get work as an actor, as well as occasionally a military technical adviser. After reenlisting in the navy in 1942, at the age of 46, he served as Chief Petty Officer under Commander John Ford in the Field Photographic Unit was decorated with the Silver Star medal for action in which he was wounded at Majaz al Bab, Tunisia during World War II. He passed away in 1964 at the age of 68. Offered here is a collection of items, mostly pertaining to his funeral, including the guest registry from the service, a photo album of the occassion, and various photos from Pennick’s film and military career.

Collection includes the hardcover spiral-bound memorial book from Pennick’s 1964 funeral, signed inside by over 150 attendees including: honorary pall bearers John Wayne, John Ford, James Stewart, George O’Brien, Wingate Smith, and Spencer Tracy; as well as other attendees Katharine Hepburn, Robert Wagner, Donald Crisp, Frank Pershing, Hank Worden, Carlton Young, Slim Hightower, again by John Wayne, Bill Henry, and many other actors and studio crew. Also included is a photo album from Pennick’s funeral service at the John Ford Field Photo Memorial Home. The album contains 20 photos from the ceremony, a couple showing Wayne as an honorary pall bearer, a couple of John Ford giving the eulogy, and a photo of Donald Crisp reading the 23rd Psalm. Other photos in the album include Pennick’s casket, other attendees paying their respects, and Pennick’s casket being taken to a hearse by the pall bearers. Also included are approximately 28 other photos of various sizes, from Pennick’s professional and military life, including a photo of Pennick with John Wayne, one with John Ford, one from the set of The Alamo, and several of Pennick while serving in the military. In overall very good to fine condition. An impressive collection of Hollywood heavyweights paying tribute to a well-loved and respected colleague. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Original Manuscripts & Scripts Incredible fully-signed 12 Angry Men script obtained on set by E. G. Marshall’s daughter 281. 12 Angry Men.

Original brad-bound script for 12 Angry Men, 8.5 x 11, 128 pages, warmly signed and inscribed inside by the main cast and the writer. Signers are: Henry Fonda, E. G. Marshall, Lee J. Cobb, Eddie Binns, Jack Warden, Jack Klugman, Ed Begley, Robert Webber, Joseph Sweeney, Martin Balsam, George Voskovec, John Fielder, and Reginald Rose. All actors signed on the second page, with Rose, the writer, signing on the first. In fine condition, with expected handling wear to covers—inside pages remain pristine. This script was originally a gift to Degen Marshall, daughter of actor E. G. Marshall (Juror No. 4), who accompanied him to the set every day. Degen, who was about 12 at the time, endeared herself to the cast by tidying up their dressing rooms and playing cards with them on set. The cast’s fondness for her is evident in their warm inscriptions—Fonda writes, “You’ve been our wonderful mascot”; from Begley, “So happy to put on card for directors to see I have worked with the great Degen Marshall”; and from Cobb, “A privilege to have assisted at your debut.” With impeccable provenance and intimate association, this is an especially desirable piece of cinematic history because of the movie’s reliance on the script itself—with relatively little action in the single-room setting, it is the dialogue that makes film special, as recognized by its 1958 Academy Award nomination for Best Writing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Original script for Welles’s 1939 radio version of The Green Goddess 282. Orson Welles and Madeleine Carroll. Original unbound script for The Green Goddess by William Archer, dated February 10, 1939, 8.5 x 11, 84 pages, signed on the first page by Orson Welles and Madeleine Carroll. In very good condition, with paper loss to edges and scattered soiling to first and last page. This script is for the radio version of the drama, which was performed about three months after his famed War of the Worlds, by Orson Welles and his repertory group on the Campbell Playhouse radio program on February 10, 1939. Welles and his Mercury Theatre troupe also performed the play on stage, for which Welles had assembled a five-minute film from stock footage that depicted an airplane crash in the Himalayas. This film, shown before the play as a prologue, has now been lost. That film was likely Welles’s first film viewed by the general public—of the two films he is known to have made prior, one was a student film and one was also shot to incorporate into a stage play, but was never used. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Breathtaking final working draft of Breakfast at Tiffany’s in which Capote makes his most important revision— changing his heroine’s name to Holly Golightly over 150 times

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Breakfast at Tiffany’s Lot 283

we-inspiring, never-before-offered original Breakfast at Tiffany’s final working draft manuscript for its 1958 Random House publication, 8.5 x 11, consisting of its entire 84 pages, mainly on high-quality goldenrod yellow paper, and copiously annotated throughout by author Truman Capote. Completing the package are the original, hand stenciled title page design, “About the Author” page, colophon, dedication, “other works by,” content, and half-title pages—topped off by the original Random House mailing label addressed to Capote’s Brooklyn residence. The reverse of the contents page is officially stamped “June 27, 1958, The Haddon Craftsmen” [original manufacturers of the book], and the heavily-notated copyright page is likewise stamped but with a slightly different date of “August 5, 1958,” lastly the title page is stamped on the reverse “August 20, 1958.”

There are notations by the author on every single page, with most pages containing at least a dozen, and many pages having closer to 30 corrections; often times there are not just single words but entire phrases rewritten, and several superfluous paragraphs cut. So much more than mere grammatical correcting, Capote has taken expert care in fine tuning his masterpiece for Random House publication. Even in his choosing of seemingly simple single words you can see his understated mastery of the English language: from “mad” to “vexed,” from “keep” to “prevent,” from “simpler” to “scrupulous,” and from “touch” to “stroke,” each tiny change shaping the final picture. This breathtaking manuscript presents a rare chance to step inside the mind of a literary master, whose most influential, last second modification to the manuscript was to change his heroine’s name from the dreary Connie Gustafson the now iconic Holly Golightly. In addition to this brilliant fix, which is hand-notated by Capote over 150 times throughout the text, there are hundreds of important annotations and revisions, many quite lengthy. On the first page of the manuscript, Capote hand titles the novella “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” makes several witty one word revisions, and rewrites an entire sentence, fittingly adding “everything I needed, so I felt to become the writer I wanted to be.” According to close friend George Plimpton, Capote began conceptualizing his iconic novella on a European excursion in 1949, but he did not officially complete it until Spring, 1958. He had promised it to Harper’s Bazaar for a summer issue, where it got as far as layout but in late May, due to a change of face in the editorial department, the story was pulled at the last second. Though the reason on record was the raunchy language and Holly’s unconventional lifestyle, many close to the project say it was in an effort to avoid of-

fending Tiffany’s, a major advertiser at the time. The author never quite forgave the formerly supportive magazine, who had published one of his first successful short stories over a decade earlier, fuming, “Publish with them again? Why, I wouldn’t spit on their street.” On May 28, 1958, shortly after hearing the disappointing news, Capote and his life-partner Jack Dunphy (to whom Breakfast at Tiffany’s is dedicated) left for a four month trip to Greece. Judging by the July and August stamp dates on this manuscript, it was likely on this very trip where Capote went through his work for the final time, in preparation for its October Random House release. Capote detailed his writing habits, as quoted in colleague George Plimpton’s book, “Essentially I think of myself as a stylist, and stylists can become notoriously obsessed with the placing of a comma, the weight of a semicolon. Obsessions of this sort, and the time I take over them, irritate me beyond endurance. Then I type a third draft on yellow paper, a very special certain kind of yellow paper...When the yellow draft is finished, I put the manuscript away for awhile, a week, a month, sometimes longer. When I take it out again I read it as coldly as possible, then read it aloud to a friend or two, and decide what changes I want to make and whether or not I want to publish. I’ve thrown away rather a few short stories, an entire novel, and half of another. But if all goes well, I type the final version on white paper and that’s that.” Upon their return to NYC in late October, shortly after Capote’s 34th birthday, they found Breakfast at Tiffany’s on the bookshelves. Esquire would serialize the novella the following month, cashing in on the book’s success. The magazine’s editor Clay Felker said, “The sales did something that I had never seen in a magazine since,” instead of spiking when it first came out, sales came back up once the favorable reviews of the complete novella came rolling in. In comparing the here-offered manuscript with the final printed Random House version, the mirrored detail is absolutely astounding—every single comma, every hyphen, every colon—every piece of italicized text matches exactly. This truly was Capote’s final working draft before it went to the printers, on his “very special certain kind of yellow paper.” Capote’s painstaking attention to detail inspired Norman Mailer to profess he “would not have changed two words in Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” Having the once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the private, methodical thought process of this literary genius, leaves no question as to why. To pinpoint the importance of this manuscript in literary, film, and pop culture is near impossible, one word that comes to mind: monumental. RR Auction COA.…(MB $10,000)

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Kern’s personally-owned leatherbound score to Show Boat 284. Jerom e Kern. Kern’s personal copy of the piano-vocal score to Show Boat. First complete edition. London: Chappell & Co., 1928. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11, 229 pages. Custom bound for Kern by Rivière & Son in full blue leather, with pages edged in gold and gilt-stamped at spine, “Show Boat—Jerome Kern.” Included is an award ribbon and certificate, reading, “The Best Picture of the Month for the Whole Family, Box Office Blue Ribbon Award, May, 1936, Jerome Kern, Music, ‘Show Boat.’” In fine condition, with some wear to cover edges and spine. The original London production opened May 3, 1928, at the Drury Lane Theatre and starred Edith Day, Paul Robeson, and Alberta Hunter. The 1936 film, directed by James Whale, is considered by many critics to be one of the great film musicals. An extraordinary piece of history from the personal collection of one of the most important musical and musical film composers of the 20th century. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Zanuck’s personal copy 285. Shirley Temple. Producer

Darryl F. Zanuck’s personal copy of the final brad-bound script for The Blue Bird, dated September 1, 1939, 9.25 x 11.5, 159 pages, initialed in pencil on the front cover, “D. Z.” First page indicates that Shirley Temple is to play the starring role of Mytyl. In very good to fine condition, with expected creases and edge tears to covers from use during production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

286. Carole Lombard. Unsigned original brad-

bound script for The Princess Comes Across, dated February 4, 1936, 8.25 x 11, 149 pages, with Lombard’s name appearing in the cast list as Princess Olga. Upper right bears a pencil notation that reads “Asso. Purser,” and reverse bears a notation that reads, “Stage #10.” In very good condition, with expected creases, soiling, and notations from use during production. Ballpoint notation to cast page indicates that the script came from the collection of George Chandler. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Coppola’s mid-production rewrite of Apocalypse Now 287. Apocalypse Now. Unsigned original brad-bound draft for Apocalypse Now, 8.5 x 11, 150 pages, bearing typed credits on the front cover, “Original Screenplay by John Milius” and “This Draft by Francis Ford Coppola.” A few pages in the front bear a revision date of March 1976 to the upper right. Overall foxing to front cover, otherwise fine, clean condition. Milius began working on the script by himself in 1969, which Coppola began to rewrite in 1975. The revision dates of March 1976 indicate that this must be close to the final version of the shooting script—Coppola had gone to the Philippines to begin filming in February 1976, meaning that these edits were made after production had already begun. The initial filming was wrought with chaos and change anyway, as Coppola replaced Harvey Keitel with Martin Sheen after a week, and a couple months later a typhoon destroyed the entire set. Changes were being made to the screenplay as late as 1978, when Michael Herr was brought in to write the voiceover narration, which this version of the script lacks. An item with high cinematic historical value, this script offers a fascinating look into the production of one of the greatest modern films. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

288. Superman IV. Original clapper board used in the production of 1987’s Superman IV. Board measures 15 x 11.5, with “Superman IV,” written at the top in white ink, with the director’s and cameraman’s name written below. Bottom two panels have chalk remnants from the last take; and an original revised shooting script, dated July 7, 1986, 108 multi-colored pages. In fine condition, with expected handling wear to both. Items originate from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie, who worked on the production.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

289. Three Men and a Little Lady. Original

clapper board used in the production of the 1990 film Three Men and a Little Lady. Board measures 15 x 11.5, with the film’s name written at the top in white ink, with the director’s and cameraman’s name written below and a strip of white tape along the bottom with “14th July ‘90, Interior—Night,” written across it in an unknown hand; and an original revised second draft shooting script, dated April 26, 1990, 118 multi-colored pages. In fine condition, with expected handling wear to both. Items originate from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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290. The Old Jest. Original clapper board used in the production of the 1987 film The Old Jest. Board measures 15 x 11.5, with the film’s name written at the top in white ink, with the director’s and cameraman’s name written below and a strip of white tape along the bottom with “18th Oct. 1987 Int: Day,” written across it in an unknown hand; and an original shooting script, dated September 3, 1987, 107 pages. In fine condition, with expected handling wear to both. Items originate from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150) 291. Fanny Hill. Original clapper board used in the

production of the 1982 film Fanny Hill. Board measures 15 x 11.5, with the film’s name written at the top on a strip of white tape, with the director’s and cameraman’s name written below on tape strips, and an additional strip of white tape along the bottom with “17th December ‘82,” written across it in an unknown hand; and an revised script, dated November 1, 1982, 84 pages. In fine condition, with expected handling wear to both. Items originate from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie, who worked on the production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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292. Hamlet. Original clapper board used in the production of Kenneth Branagh’s 1996 film version of Hamlet. Board measures 11 x 9.25, with the film’s title engraved along the top, as well as Branagh’s name and the cameraman’s name engraved near the bottom. In fine condition, with expected light wear. Item originates from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie, who worked on the production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 293. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Original fourth revision of the shooting script for Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, dated May 8, 1988, 8.5 x 11, 127 pages. In very good condition, with the first page torn in half and repaired with tape. Originates from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie, who worked on the production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

294. Willow. Original second revision of the shooting script for Willow, dated April 1, 1987, 8.5 x 11, 111 multicolored pages. In fine condition, with expected handling wear. Originates from the personal collection of camera operator Martin Kenzie, who worked on the production. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Directors & Notables 298. Billy Bitzer. Very rare TLS signed “G. W. ‘Billy’ Bitzer,” 8.5 x 11, International Photographers of the Motion Picture Industries letterhead, September 17, 1927. Letter to Ira G. Morgan asking him to join the union. In part: “You are undoubtedly acquainted with the high standing and purposes of this Local with regard to the welfare of the cameraman. We enjoy the high respect of the producing companies and in all studios throughout the East you find our men.” Intersecting folds, one through an initial, and a paperclip impression to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

297. Alfred Hitchcock. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, March 19, 1979. Letter to horror producer Samuel Z. Arkoff. In full: “Just a note to express my thanks for the tribute from American International in the souvenir program at the American Film Institute’s Lifetime Achievement Award dinner. It was thoughtful and I am most appreciative.” Light ring of dampstaining to left side, otherwise fine condition; the signature is exceptionally bold and unaffected. The AFI Lifetime Achievement Award is given to just one person per year, and Hitchcock received his on March 7, 1979; Arkoff was an executive of the horror film production company American International Pictures, which Hitchcock mentions in the letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

299. Double Indemn ity: Davi d O. Selznick. TLS signed “David,”

one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 1, 1944. Letter to Billy Wilder. In full: “I had the great pleasure, at long last, of seeing ‘Double Indemnity’ the other evening. Please accept my most sincere congratulations on a truly fine job. When are you coming to work for me?” In fine condition, with a couple staple holes to top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lindbergh heartily endorses his friend to Wilder to serve as an advisor on his bio-pic 300. Billy Wilder: Charles Lindbergh. TLS signed “Charles,” one page, 8.5 x 11, July 2, 1955. Letter to Billy Wilder concerning the upcoming film, The Spirit of St. Louis. In part; “I have just replied to a letter from Bud Gurney, in which he raised questions about a number of technical details about ‘The Spirit of St. Louis.’ He is much impressed, as am I, with your development of the script, plans for aircraft, scenes, etc. No one could be more competent than Bud Gurney to advise about the period of aviation being covered in the film, both in general and in detail. After all, he lived through, as a pilot, wingwalker, mechanic, and friend…I am most anxious not to interfere with your freedom of action, on the one hand; and to be of assistance wherever I can, on the other.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, two punch holes to top, and some light staining along right edge, otherwise fine condition. Gurney would serve as the film’s technical advisor, his only Hollywood credit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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68 301. Citizen Kan e: H e r man Man ki ewicz. Screenwriter (1897–

1953) best known for writing Citizen Kane with Orson Welles. TLS signed in pencil with his initials, “HJM,” one page, 8.5 x 11, RKO Radio Pictures letterhead, March 11, 1946. Letter to writer and producer Charles Brackett. In part: “I’m a bit late, I know, but I count on you to understand what genuine difficulty there is in getting hold of, first, a typewriter, and then a piece of paper, and then an envelope!…next there’s to find a stamp and some one who knows where there’s a mailbox! Anyway, my point is to tell you and Billy how delighted I am that you received your well-earned Awards from the Academy.” Irregular toning to right edge and lower corner, otherwise fine condition. The Academy Awards referenced in the letter are those for The Lost Weekend—Brackett won for Best Writing, and Billy Wilder won for Best Director. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

303. Berthold Brecht. German playwright, poet,

and theatre director (1898–1956). Notarized DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, February 23, 1944. Brecht informs Samuel Goldwyn of rights regarding the novel and play Simone. In part; “I hereby assign, transfer and release to Lion Feuchtwanger…any and all rights...to the novel ‘Simon,’ by Lion Feuchtwanger and/or in or to the play ‘Simone’ by Lion Feuchtwanger and Berthold Brecht.” Signed at the conclusion by Brecht who has also initialed the first page. In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to top edges, and expected light wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Warner on John Wayne: “We have overpaid him very much for his last picture”

Copland signs on to score The North Star, which would earn him an Oscar nomination

302. Jack Warner. American film executive (1892– 1978) who, in 1923, co-founded Warner Brothers studios with three of his brothers. LS signed “Jack,” two onionskin pages, 8.25 x 10.5, Cap d’Antibes, October 10, 1958. Letter to a producer Charles K. Feldman, who managed John Wayne. In part: “For some time your company has not been lovable to me. No use to try to re-hash the world or the John Waynn’s [sic] situation but we have overpaid him very much for his last picture. Needless to try to settle this in a letter. We had four pictures coming at one hundred seventy five, that ended up paying what you got from Fox for one picture.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and a significant tear to left border of first page. The last movie that Wayne had made for Warner Bros. was The Searchers in 1956, known as one of his finest films. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

304. Aaron Copland. DS, eleven pages, 8.5 x 11,

September 4, 1943. Agreement between Copland and Crescent Productions “for you to render your exclusive sevices for us as composer, musical director, musical adviser, and orchestra conductor in connection with the production of our photoplay now entitled ‘North Star,’ and you hereby accept such employment.” Agreement also states the studio will have the right to change and add to the music as it sees fit, and will pay Copland $500 per week for a minimum of 20 weeks. Signed on the last page by Copland as well as a studio executive. Punch holes and staples to top edges, some mild toning, and expected document wear, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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69 305. Lillian Hellman. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, July 22, 1938. Agree-

ment between Hellman and Samuel Goldwyn Inc. regarding the deadline for a screenplay. In part: “The story designated by us as the story on which the next (namely the third) adaptation under your contract with us…is the story entitled ‘Nobody’s in Town’ by Edna Ferber. You have advised us that you will be willing to write an adaptation based on said story if you can commence work thereon between December 1st, 1938 and February 1st, 1939. Our schedule will not permit the commencement…later than December 1st.” At the conclusion, Hellman signs to extend her contract rather than take the project. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Sidney Howard—screenwriter of Gone With the Wind—ended up signing on to adapt Ferber’s story, but the film was never made. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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306. Sidney Howard. Playwright (1891–1939) who won the Pulitzer Prize in 1925 and a posthumous Academy Award in 1940 for the screenplay for Gone With the Wind. Very rare DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, December 5, 1935. Agreement between Howard and Samuel Goldwyn Inc., for Howard “to write…an ‘outline continuity’ for a photoplay based upon ‘Dodsworth.’ You agree to deliver said ‘outline continuity’ to us at our studio…within two (2) weeks from the date hereof.” For his work Howard will receive $5000, and also agrees to assist in writing the actual script for the upcoming film. Punch and staple holes to top edge as well as some creasing and a couple rusty staple and paperclip marks, otherwise fine condition. Howard was nominated for an Academy Award for his work on Dodsworth. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

brated director (1928– 1999) whose films include A Clockwork Orange, 2001, Dr. Strangelove, The Shining, and Eyes Wide Shut. DS, one page, 8.5 x 12, expiry date of September 30, 1960. Kubrick contributes $20,000 to an investment involving “oil, gas and other minerals,” in partnership with Dorothy Dandridge, Doris Day, Martin Melcher, Gogi Grant, Calder Willingham, and Frank De Vol. A diagonal pencil cancellation notation, a few creases, and a trivial tear to upper left, otherwise fine condition. An interesting document with numerous cinematic associations: Dandridge and Day were celebrated actresses; De Vol was an Oscar-nominated film composer; Willingham was a screenwriter who worked with Kubrick in 1957 on Paths of Glory and Spartacus and introduced the director to Nabokov, also writing initial sequences for Lolita. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Selznick transfers rights to Rebecca 308. Rebecca: David O. Selznick. DS, signed “David O. Selznick,” three pages, 8.5 x 13, May 16, 1945. Selznick, along with Daniel T. O’Shea and Ernest L. Scanlon, assigns “all of the right, title and interest…in and to that certain motion picture photoplay entitled ‘Rebecca’” to Vanguard Films, Inc. Signed at the conclusion by Selznick, O’Shea, Scanlon, and a notary witness. In very good condition, with toned tape remnants and a cut to the left border of signed page, and scattered tack and punch holes to top. Rebecca won the 1940 Academy Award for Best Picture. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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70 312. Ceci l B. deMille.

309. Secret Life of Walter Mitty: James Thurber. DS, signed “James Thurber,” two onionskin pages,

8 x 12, May 21, 1946. Thurber sells to Samuel Goldwyn Productions for $1,500 “certain letters…written by him dealing with the screenplay The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, based upon that short story by the Author entitled The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” Signed at the conclusion by Thurber and a notary witness. Document is stapled into a slightly larger blue folder. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Greetings from Cecil B. deMille,” on a light blue 5.75 x 4.5 album page, with a collector’s notation in the top corner which reads, “Lux, Mar 1, 1942.” Reverse is signed in fountain pen by John Carroll from February 1942. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

313. Pr eston Sturges. Acad-

310. Ned Washington and Victor Young.

Songwriting duo consisting of composer Young (1900–1956) and lyricist Washington (1901–1976). Notarized DS, one page, 8.25 x 17, July 22, 1949. Agreement between Washington, Young, and Samuel Goldwyn Productions, in which the composers assign all rights to the song ‘My Foolish Heart,’ in exchange for one dollar. Signed at the bottom by both Washington and Young. In fine condition, with punch holes to top edge, expected folds, and a bit of light edge wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

emy Award–winning American director and screenwriter (1898– 1959) best known for his fast-paced, cleverly scripted screwball comedies including Sullivan’s Travels, The Palm Beach Story, and Lady Eve. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Lorraine, with all good wishes, Preston Sturges, S. F. 1953,” on a green 5.5 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with toning to borders. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

311. Billy Wilder and Charles Brackett. Wilder was an

Oscar-winning, Austrian-American director and screenwriter; Brackett was a novelist, screenwriter, and film producer, and long time partner of Wilder. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 26, 1948. Agreement between Wilder and Brackett with Samuel Goldwyn Productions over writing credits for an upcoming film. In part: “We request that the writing credits in connection with your photoplay now entitled ‘A Song Is Born,’ be given as follows: ‘Based on the story ‘From A To Z’ by Billy Wilder and Thomas Monroe.’ We understand that you have this request under consideration. In the event you accede to this request the undersigned, Charles Brackett and Harry Tugend, waive any credit whatsoever in connection with said photoplay… and the undersigned…consent to the giving of credit to us as above.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilder, Brackett, Thomas Monroe, and Harry Tugend. In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to top edge. Released in October of 1948, A Song Is Born featured an amazing musical cast including Danny Kaye, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Tommy Dorsey, and Lionel Hampton. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The most frequently referenced and reproduced image of Barrymore’s final moments, this is John Decker’s original deathbed sketch of the Great Profile 314. John Decker. Original vintage signed charcoal, ink and chalk sketch of John Barrymore on his deathbed, with white highlights in either chalk or pastel, drawn by Decker on a light brown 18.75 x 13 sheet. Signed in the lower left corner in black ink, “John Decker,” and notated in the lower right corner by Decker “10–10 evening; 24th May 1942, Hollywood Hospital.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 34 x 29.5. In fine condition. When the years of reckless drinking finally caught up with John Barrymore at a radio appearance in 1942, he collapsed and was rushed to Hollywood Hospital. His loyal boys’ club of drinking cohorts, including artist John Decker, brother Lionel Barrymore, journalist Gene Fowler, and Gene’s son Will Fowler, remained by his side until the end. It was as Barrymore lay dying in his hospital bed that Decker made this chilling sketch. The drawing was displayed on an easel at Barrymore’s funeral, shown again

at Decker’s, and then passed to Gene Fowler. While Decker was known to have later made a few inferior copies of the drawing for friends, none approached this original in quality or clarity. It has been mentioned not only in Fowler’s biography of Barrymore, ‘Good Night, Sweet Prince,’ but also in virtually every subsequent book on the Great Profile, making it by far the most famous image of the legend’s final moments. This original drawing remained in the private collection of Gene Fowler until his death in 1960 at which time it was passed to his son, Will Fowler: our consignor purchased it directly from Will in 1986. It is accompanied by an original photo of Grantland Rice, director Gregory La Cava, Red Skelton, and Fowler circa 1950, with the sketch hanging behind them. Backed with solid provenance, this is an incredibly desirable one-of-a-kind image of a Hollywood legend, an extraordinary item at auction for the first time. Oversized. RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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315. Otto Prem i nger. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 20th Century Fox promotional photo for Margin of Error, signed later in black ink. A few surface marks and a light central vertical crease, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

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first movie columnist (1881–1972) whose columns were read by 20 million people. Uncommon oversized vintage matte-finish 9.75 x 13 Clarence Sinclair Bull photo of Parsons at her desk, with photographer’s stamp on the reverse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Viola, With my very best wishes—Sincerely, Louella Parsons.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

317. Billy Wilder. Glossy 7 x 9.25

photo of Wilder in a projection booth, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Ella Smith—with affection, Billy Wilder, 74.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Japanese filmmaker (1910–1998) whose critically acclaimed films include Yojimbo, Seven Samurai, and Rashomon. Christmas card featuring a printed image of Santa Claus as painted by Kurosawa, 4 x 5.75 closed, signed inside in black ink. In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, postmarked December 20, 1993. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Wizard of Oz soundtrack, signed mere weeks after the film’s 1939 release 320. Wizard of Oz: Harold Ar len. Distinguished

American composer (1905–1986) best known for his songs for the film The Wizard of Oz. Original hardbound 1939–40 Decca release of The Wizard of Oz album (78 rpm) signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the inner front sleeve, “For Sid— Sincerely, Harold Arlen, 9-16-39.” In very good condition, with cloth spine completely detached and not present, and scattered moderate wear to covers. All four records are included. Original recipient of the autograph was Sidney Skolsky, a Hollywood columnist. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I hope after so much Hollywood you will be able to stand the climate here—How’s Thalberg? & Garbo?” 321. Ceci l Beaton: Anita Loos. Interesting

archive of correspondence from Cecil Beaton to Anita Loos consisting of nine ALSs, all signed “Cecil,” both single and multi-page, all undated, and written from various locations including New York, France, and England. One two-page letter reads, in part: “I lead a very worrying, wearying life, but still it engages me in high flown fineries which make life worthwhile. This is written very badly, please excuse after a trip to London. I went by car 200 miles in all to have a tip off tomorrow with the Queen Mother. She is a great person and just to be with her a few minutes gives one food for plentiful thoughts…Otherwise life has been rather sad. The news from the top sounds awful—but what is to be done? Nothing it seems. What a lovely play on Mozart which is packing full houses. I went up to see it and was mightily pleased by Paul Scofield. He is a mean master.” Another letter, apparently written from England, says “As for Natasha I cannot imagine anything worse than being blind and having to look after herself! What a tragedy! We have just had David Hebert for a visit…He seems a long way from the days when he was a playwright. He is now looking after Michael Duff who is very near the end of a terrible cancer! Oi veh!…I have no news except War, threats of strikes and the sort of news that sends one off the rocker.” A four-page letter, written in pencil, from England updates Loos on several old friends. In part: “I was home only a few days… to come over here again to do some color photographs for Vogue…I hope after so much Hollywood you will be able to stand the climate here—How’s Thalberg? & Garbo? & Mercedes? & Adrian. I wonder if the old laughs are still laughs for you?” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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74 322. George Cukor. Typed manuscript, signed at the conclusion, two pages, 8.25 x 10.5, no date. In part; “I have enjoyed and appreciated the friendship of Ruth Gordon for several decades. Because of my knowledge of, and admiration for, her as an actress, writer, and a warm and outgoing human being, I urge her nomination as ‘The Woman of the Year.’ This year Miss Gordon celebrated her fifty-fourth anniversary as an actress…by winning an Academy Award as supporting actress in ‘Rosemary’s Baby.’…As a wise, witty, compassionate human being, Ruth Gordon is my nomination for ‘The Woman of Any Year’ as well as ‘The Woman of The Year.’” A pencil notation in another hand follows the text. In fine condition, with some mild wrinkling. A strongly worded letter praising Gordon’s lengthy and successful career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Incredible collection from Hollywood’s golden age 323. Eylla Jacobs. Script coach and supervisor

on numerous films from the 1930s through the 1960s; also went by Eylla Jacobus. Large and impressive archive consisting of primarily of unsigned and signed photos, as well as an original hand-notated working script, and a few ANSs. Most items are affixed to unbound scrapbook pages. In overall fine condition. Collection includes a a group of gorgeous vintage photos, mostly 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, signed and inscribed to Jacobus by a variety of actors and directors, including Lew Cody, Ruth Lee, Purnell Pratt, Wallace Ford, Tom Poston, Robert Montgomery, Esther Williams, Dick Simmons, Hugh Boswell, Ruth Mack, Russell Mack, Russell Hardie, Bob Paige and Jacqueline Wells, Bill Elliott, Bobby Clack, Mervyn LeRoy and Sidney Franklin, Iris Meredith, Edith Fellows, and Ted Reed. Other signed items include ANSs from Gene Tierney, John Dehner, Barry Jones (2), Dore Schary, Edward Woehler, and Edward F. Mull. The majority of the collection consists of over 500 unsigned candid on-set snapshots and contact sheet photos from many different films, including High Society, Gigi, National Velvet, Royal Wedding, Kim, Angels in the Outfield, Executive Suite, Blackboard Jungle, and The Yearling. Among the stars visible in some of these photos are Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Katharine Hepburn, Errol Flynn, Gregory Peck, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, and Frank Capra.

Also included is Jacobus’s personal working script for the 1966 film The Ugly Dachsund, dated October 30, 1964, with hundreds of notations, additions, and corrections throughout. As a whole, this unique collection represents the life’s work of one of the many uncredited, behind-the-scenes people responsible for bringing a film from initial concept to silver screen. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A veritable Who’s Who of Hollywood 326. Brian Aherne’s Guest Book. Fabulous

personal guest book of Brian and Eleanor Aherne spanning almost 30 years from 1948-1977. This very nice hardbound leather covered guestbook was the personal property of the Ahernes and measures 10 x 13, has 121 total pages, with ninety of the pages bearing signatures, some signed on both sides of the page. In overall fine condition. The opening page of the book bears a very nice hand done colored ink presentation reading “Brian Aherne, I appreciation of your fifth appearance on our Screen Guild Players radio program, October 8, 1945, Motion Picture Relief Fund.” Highlights of the book include a wonderful full page profile sketch done by Alfred Hitchcock, and a very interesting self-portrait sketch of Marlene Dietrich, adding a sketch of an Academy Award statue, with Dietrich writing “Oscar Night - 1967.” Among the plethora of other notable signers in this one-of-akind book are: Basil Rathbone, Nigel Bruce (who has signed on the same page as Rathbone), Greta Garbo, Grace Kelly, Sharon

Tate, Boris Karloff, James Whale, Ronald Reagan, Nancy Reagan, Louis B. Mayer, Hal Roach, John Huston, Ronald Colman (2), Rosalind Russell (2), Cedric Hardwicke, David Niven (2), Norma Shearer, George Sanders (6), Rex Harrison, Lili Palmer, Merle Oberon, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Edgar Bergen, Alan Napier (2), Alec Guinness, Alan Jay Lerner, Laurence Olivier, Joseph Cotten (4), Henry Fonda, Van Johnson, Lewis Milestone, Irene Dunne (2), Greer Garson, Jane Wyatt, Olivia deHavilland, Deborah Kerr, and many more. Aherne was an Oscar-nominated stage and screen actor who was one of the top cinema character actors from the 1930s to the 1950s. He made his movie debut in 1924, and by the mid-1930s had moved to Hollywood, where in 1940 he was nominated for an Oscar as Best Supporting Actor for Juarez (1939). Clearly Aherne’s talents extended off the screen into that of party-giver and much-visited host, as this veritable Who’s Who of Hollywood can attest. The stars came to the Ahernes to enjoy themselves, and their appreciation and sense of fun still resonates within these unique pages! RRAuction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Pristine Lee signature with his ‘Loong’ symbol 327. Bruce Lee. Vintage ballpoint sig-

nature, “Bruce Lee,” adding a quick version of his ‘Loong’ character under his signature, which represents the Chinese character of a dragon, on an off-white 5 x 3 card with a clipped photo affixed to top left corner. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

328. Steve McQu een. Scarce ballpoint signature, “Steve McQueen,” on an off-white 6 x 4 album page. Moderate skipping to ink, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a color 3.5 x 5 candid photo of McQueen taken at the time of signing, dated June 1971. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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ink and pencil signatures on individual album pages and slips, most approximately 5.75 x 4.5. Signers are: Gene Autry, Ed Begley, Van Heflin, Bob Hope (pencil), Shirley Jones, Gene Kelly, Peter Lawford, Jack Lemmon, Karl Malden (pencil), Rita Moreno, Patti Page, Sidney Poitier, Donna Reed, Ginger Rogers, Lana Turner, Tuesday Weld, Paul Winchell, Rudy Vallee, and Robert Wise. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

330. Actors and Actresses. Seventeen ink

signatures on individual album pages and slips of various sizes, all accompanied by candid photos taken at a later date. Signers are: Beulah Bondi, Joan Crawford, Olivia de Havilland, Patty Duke, Irene Dunne, Greer Garson, Bonita Granville, Kathryn Grayson, Rock Hudson, Burt Lancaster, Shirley MacLaine, Liza Minnelli, Walter Pigeon, Ginger Rogers, Barbara Stanwyck, Andy Williams, and Faye Wray. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Rare signature from the year of Citizen Kane’s release 331. Citizen Kane: Dorothy Comingore. Actress best known for her portrayal of Susan Alexander, second wife of press tycoon Charles Foster Kane in Orson Welles’s critically acclaimed classic (1913–1971). She became caught up in the Hollywood blacklist and had personal struggles with alcoholism, cutting her career tragically short. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Dorothy Comingore,” on an off-white 5.5 x 4.5 album page. Notation to the upper left corner indicates the signature was acquired on April 26, 1941, at the Biltmore. Album page also bears the signature of Steffi Duna to the reverse. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

332. Gary Cooper. Vintage fountain pen signature and

inscription, “To Helen—from Gary Cooper 1943,” on a light blue 5 x 3 trimmed album page. Page is affixed to a slightly larger light blue sheet. Some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

334. Clark Gable. Very early vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Lola, Sincerely, Clark Gable,” with a clipped photo of Gable affixed to left side on a gold 6 x 4.5 album page. Collector’s notation along top edge reads, “April 1, 37 Rehearsal Lux Theatre,” two years before the release of Gone With the Wind. Reverse bears a fountain pen signature and inscription of Paul Lukas, along with an affixed clipped photo. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinarily rare signature of the tragic ‘Hollywood Sign Girl’ 333. Peg Entwistle. Actress (1908–1932)

who appeared in several stage productions and one film, Thirteen Women. Struggling with depression and difficulty finding roles, she committed suicide in September 1932 by jumping from the 50 foot tall letter ‘H’ in the Hollywood sign. Vintage fountain pen signature, “To the ‘It’ girl of the Webb ‘Estate.’ (The one with the curl in the middle of her forehead), ‘Pentwistle,’ 7/18/29,” on an off-white 9.75 x 8 sheet. Entwistle signed the page for Mabelle Webb, mother of Clifton Webb, along with H. W. Ross, Joan Carter-Waddell, and Michael Farmer. In fine condition. Only one other Entwistle autograph is known to exist. In an ironic turn of fate, her uncle received a letter the day after her death that offered her a part portraying a young woman driven to suicide. An extremely rare and unique signature from the tragic ingenue. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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(1864–1946) who earned a place in Hollywood history as the screen’s first great movie cowboy. Vintage fountain pen signature, “In remembrance of ‘The Whistle’ at Graumans Realle Theatre, July 1921, William S. Hart,” on an off-white 5 x 7.25 album page. In fine condition, with small pencil notation along bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

336. Audrey Hepburn. Perfect felt tip signature, “Audrey

Hepburn,” on a light pink 6 x 4 card. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

337. Bill Robinson. American entertainer (1878–1949),

nicknamed “Bojangles,” who was one of the best-known danceractors of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Best wishes, copesetically [sic], Bill Robinson,” on a light blue 5.5 x 4.5 album page, with collector’s notations to bottom of page. In fine condition, with a few wrinkles and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

338. Jayne Mansfield. Vintage fountain pen signature

and inscription, “To Roy, Thinking of you, Jayne Mansfield,” on a 5 x 3 government postcard (postmarked 10/1/1956). In very good condition, with trimmed edges and a diagonal crease passing through a single letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

339. Emil Jannings. Vintage fountain pen inscription, in German, and signed “Emil Jannings, The Way of the Flesh, March 1927,” on a beige 5 x 3 album page. Album page is affixed to an identical size card. In fine condition, with a trivial spot below signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 340. Basil Rathbone. Vintage ballpoint signature,

“Basil Rathbone 1959,” on an off-white 7.75 x 11 guest book page, with a ballpoint signature of Fredric March above Rathbone’s, with Rathbone drawing an arrow from his name to March’s adding “Love you!!” In fine condition, with a barely noticeable hole to opening stroke of Rathbone’s signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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342. Frank Sinatra. Ballpoint signature, “Frank Sinatra,” on a green 5.25 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition, with slight skipping to ink. Accompanied by a color 3.5 x 5 candid photo of Sinatra taken at the time of signing, dated June 1971. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

343. Miyoshi Umeki. Japanese-born actress (1929–2007) best known for her Oscar-winning turn in Sayonara and for her role as Mrs. Livingston in the television series The Courtship of Eddie’s Father. Ballpoint signature, “Miyoshi Umeki,” on a green 5.75 x 4.5 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a color 3.5 x 5 candid photo taken at the time of signing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Exquisite full signatures from the late 1930s 344. Three Stooges. Vintage fountain pen signatures and inscription, “To Rosemarie, from your Pals, The 3 Stooges, Larry Fine,” “Moe Howard,” and “Curly Howard,” on a yellow 5.5 x 4.5 album page housed within a green leatherette autograph album. Other signers within the book include: Tallulah Bankhead, Joan Bennett, Frederic March, Florence Eldridge, Helen Hayes, Sinclair Lewis, and Buddy Rogers. Lewis, whose signature is on the page following the Three Stooges, has dated his signature January 8, 1939. No pages are signed back-to-back. Album pages in overall very fine condition, with negligible wear to the covers of the autograph book. A set of beautiful, bold signatures not normally seen in full. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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346. Three Stooges. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “3 Stooges

Larry,” and “Moe,“ and a felt tip signature “Curly Joe,” on an off-white slip. Double-matted and framed with a photo of the three dressed in tuxedos and performing a dance routine to an overall size of 16 x 20. In fine condition, with some light printing visible under the signatures, in no way affecting legibility. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

347. Three Stooges. A great set of crisp and bold vintage fountain pen signatures, “3 Stooges, Larry Fine,” “Moe,“ and “Shemp Howard,” on a light blue album page. Suede matted and framed with a photo of the trio to an overall size of 17 x 19. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

348. Three Stooges: Curly Howard. Born Jerome

Horwitz, Curly Howard appeared in nearly a hundred Three Stooges shorts before his death in 1952. Large vintage pencil signature, “Curly Howard 3 Stooges,” on an off-white card. Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Curly in a suit and Fedora to an overall size of 19.5 x 26. In fine condition, with some scattered light creases. A scarce opportunity to get Curly all by himself, and much larger than usually seen on group signed items. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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One-of-a-kind oversized portrait 350. Marilyn Monroe. Lovely unique vintage matte-finish 8.75 x 13 photo, affixed to a 12 x 18 mount, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To John, My friend and loyal fan, Marilyn.” Collector’s notation on reverse reads, “January 8, 1955, New York City.” In very good condition, with a couple of repaired tears and creases to right edge (one affecting the word “fan”), signature and inscription a shade or two light, and a couple small spots to her neck. Accompanied by a photocopied 1988 letter from John W. Reilly stating this “is a photograph taken by myself personally, and that the signature which appears on it is a true and authentic signature of Marilyn Monroe written by her in my presence.” A fantastic and almost certainly unique portrait of the Hollywood icon. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Radiant and classy Marilyn portrait by longtime 20th Century Fox photographer Frank Powolny 351. Marilyn Monroe. Vintage glossy 7.25 x 9.5 photo of Marilyn wrapped in white fur and a string of pearls around

her neck, taken by Frank Powolny, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen “To Cheryl, Love & kisses, Marilyn Monroe.” Slightly trimmed edges, a noticeable central horizontal crease, scattered light surface marks and creases, a staple hole near each corner, and some irregular ink adhesion to signature and inscription (which are both a few shades light, but still completely legible), otherwise very good condition. This image, taken by Powolny in 1953, captures Marilyn in all her exquisite charm and beauty, the exact opposite of the adorable ‘dumb blond’ persona she had taken on at the time in such films as Gentlemen Prefer Blonds and How to Marry a Millionaire. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Exceptionally rare, biography-featured handwritten letter in which an 18-year-old Norma Jeane thanks her sister following their first reunion since childhood 352. Marilyn Monroe. One-of-a-kind ALS signed “Norma Jeane,” on a 5.5 x 3.5 Chas. Levy picture postcard of Chicago trains, no date, but postmarked October 28, 1944. Postcard to her half-sister Berniece Baker Miracle. In full: “I just can’t tell you both how I enjoyed meeting you. I want to thank you for everything, for I had a wonderful time.” Under her signature Marilyn adds a brief postscript which reads, “P.S. Berniece, I will write to you soon. Give Mona Rae my love.” Monroe has filled out the address panel as well to “Mr. and Mrs. Paris Miracle, 3654 Cicotte, Detroit 10, Mich.” In fine condition, with a couple slight rusty paperclip marks to edges. Provenance: Sotheby’s 2001. Towards the end of October 1944, Norma Jeane had become increasingly lonely with first husband Jim Dougherty’s constant departures with the Merchant Marines and decided to embark on a railroad trip. First, she visited her half-sister Berniece and her family in Detroit—an important event—and the first time since childhood she had the chance to see her. As quoted in The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe, Berniece recalled their initial meeting: “Norma Jeane had written to tell me what kind of outfit

she’d be wearing and what color it would be…I wondered which one of us would recognize her first…well there was no chance of missing her…all of a sudden there was this tall gorgeous girl…so pretty and fresh.” The sisters truly connected and had a wonderful time together, touching upon their rocky family history and mutual mother, the mentally troubled Gladys Baker. Afterwards, Norma Jeane moved on to Chicago, as evidenced by the colorful picture side of this postcard, to see her previous caretaker and beloved mother figure Grace Goddard. It was from there that she took the time to mail this note in eager thanks for her sister’s hospitality. This supremely scarce ALS—the first Norma Jeane letter we’ve ever offered—is written in her unique childlike scrawl, mirroring her youthful, wholesome life before her transition to Marilyn Monroe. A few weeks later she would step in front of her first camera, resulting in her breakthrough appearance in Yank magazine. This exact letter is featured in renowned biographer J. Randy Taraborrelli’s book The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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A budding star, Marilyn seeks to protect her image on sheet music for Clash By Night, agreeing that her name and likeness “shall be in good taste” 353. Marilyn Monroe. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 31, 1952.

Monroe and Twentieth Century-Fox give Wald-Krasna Productions and Broadcast Music the use of “the name and likeness of Marilyn Monroe on the covers of the copies of the sheet music…utilized in your motion picture entitled ‘CLASH BY NIGHT’, upon the express understanding and agreement that… All references to or use of the name and likeness of Marilyn Monroe shall be in good taste…Wherever the name or likeness of Marilyn Monroe shall appear in connection with said sheet music, the names and likenesses of [co-stars] Barbara Stanwyck, Paul Douglas and Robert Ryan shall also appear.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and also signed by Lew Schreiber. Attractively matted and framed with a large reproduction of Warhol’s iconic Monroe portrait to an overall size of 29 x 23.5. In fine condition with two torn punch holes to top edge. Accompanied by a rare original copy of The Hollywood Reporter, June 12, 1952, with the back page having a full-page ad for Clash by Night, “A Wald-Krasna Production–An RKO Radio Picture,” only picturing Marilyn. She was probably upset, but this contract just covered sheet music, not advertising. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Shortly before the release of 1957’s The Prince and the Showgirl, Marilyn buys a bouquet 354. Marilyn Monroe.

Choice Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to the Lexington Flower Shop for $5.67, June 5, 1957. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and one small circular stamp touching, but not detracting from her bold blue signature.Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

Exceedingly rare oversized signed 1941 junior high school class portrait of Norma Jeane Baker

355. Mar i lyn Mon roe.

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 and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Unreleased and never-before-seen original footage of Marilyn visiting troops in Korea in 1952 356. Marilyn Monroe. Original 8 mm film of Marilyn Monroe visiting Army troops in South Korea in February of 1954. The film is housed on its 5˝ reel and was shot at the US Army Air Base Yang Gu in South Korea by 1st Lieutenant William G. Johnson of the 24th Infantry Division, Air Section, and himself a Bronze Star recipient. Film is approximately 90 seconds in length and was shot during three different portions of Monroe’s visit. The film opens with Marilyn arriving at the base by helicopter and being greeted by several officers and escorted away from the chopper. Film then segues into Monroe in the mess hall having breakfast with several soldiers, and finishes with the actress getting into a car and being driven away, but not before blowing a kiss to the camera. In fine condition. After spending her honeymoon in Japan with new husband Joe DiMaggio, Marilyn took a detour to Korea to entertain the troops. As part of the USO tour, she performed ten shows in four days to approximately 100,000 servicemen. She charmed the soldiers with her dancing and singing, including ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.’ She not only performed, but visited several hospitals as well. Later Monroe recalled that the trip ‘was the best thing that ever happened to me.’ While professional footage of Marilyn is available to the public, personal film of her visit is seldom-seen, the example offered here has never been made available before.RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Astoundingly poignant letter to director Billy Wilder in which Miller paints a hauntingly true-to-life caricature of his wife for her Misfits role 357. The Misfits: Arthur M i lle r an d Mar i lyn Monroe. Historically significant

TLS signed “Arthur Miller,” six pages, 7.25 x 11, personal letterhead, March 13, 1958. Letter to Billy Wilder. In part: “MCA tells me you have read the script and no! would like to see some notes of mine concerning revisions I intend to make. …The central preoccupation of the story is with what the title implies—the lack of a fruitful connection between people and the world they live in…Among these men and in this environment, Roslyn is the catalyst. She too has been betrayed—by a husband who could live without ecstasy, by a life that had no beauty, by people who uphold moral conventions in order to conceal their illicit desires and actions. She is that idiot, in Dostoevski’s sense, whose childhood has never ended. She is a poet without words who must always make those about her uneasy until they have hurt her. In another context, another story, she is that thing of beauty which exists in order to be destroyed. She is a misfit in every sense but one—she cannot help committing herself. With her, to feel is to act. Her object in staying on here after the time required to get a divorce is to achieve indifference…I add now that in the present script I have perhaps not given as much of her past as a true impression of her requires. She is a girl out of a broken family, neglected by her mother whose husband deserted her when Roslyn was a child. She has struggled between two opposing forces—on the one hand an inevitable sense of her own worthlessness, on the other, an awareness of her beauty, a confidence in it, and at the same time a conviction that she is fated to be always cast aside and humiliated…throughout her life, she could float from one relationship to another, many times ending them condemned and cast out by her partner, but always returning to life with gaiety, humor, interest. Once married, however, she could not so easily walk away once she had been humiliated. So that her decision to divorce represented an inchoate, instinctive choice whose repercussions she is living through in this story-the choice to refuse the role of the victim once and for all.” In fine condition, with punch holes to tops of each page. The similarities between Marilyn and her Misfits character Roslyn are startling: a broken family life, a low self-worth dependent upon the adoration of others, an inherent childlike emotional state, and the mirroring of her own significant problems with her husband Arthur Miller; the likeness is not surprising given the circumstances. When Miller initially began to write the screenplay, he experienced a debilitating case of writer’s block, discarding his first draft and placing blame on his wife. A friend of Marilyn at the time recalled, ‘Marilyn blamed herself for his lack of vision…she feared she no longer inspired him.’ Originality so eluded Miller that he sculpted a cruel caricature of Marilyn, further agitating her fragile mental state. Marilyn’s makeup artist Allan ‘Whitey’ Snyder once recalled, ‘There were so many script changes in her part that Arthur made so often, she became less and less happy with her role and character…he had written a movie that seemed very personal, that drew from elements of the real Marilyn’s personality and her relationship with him, so that made it even more difficult to her…there were lines in that movie that were straight out of her experience with Arthur Miller.’ In this impressively articulate letter, Miller wrote of Roslyn that “her decision to divorce represented an inchoate, instinctive choice whose repercussions she is living through in this story-the choice to refuse the role of the victim once and for all.” Perhaps, subconsciously, this is what the playwright wished for his own troubled wife. She would, unfortunately, only continue to spiral out of control, especially after their real-life divorce, passing away four years later in August, 1962. This volatile film making experience would be Marilyn’s last completed role. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceptional-content telegrams: “I cannot let your vicious attack on Marilyn go unchallenged,” Arthur Miller verbally lashes the Some Like it Hot director: “12 hours after the last shooting day her miscarriage began” 358. Marilyn Monroe: Some Like It Hot. Two

unsigned typed telegrams from Arthur Miller to Billy Wilder, each two pages, 8 x 5.75, Western Union letterhead, February 11 and 12, 1959. The first, in part: “I cannot let your vicious attack on Marilyn go unchallenged. You were officially informed by Marilyn’s physician that due to her pregnancy she was not able to work a full day. You choose [sic] to ignore this fact during the making of the pictures and worse yet, assiduously avoided mentioning it in your attack on her. Fact is, she went on with the picture out of a sense of responsibility not only to herself but to you and the cast and producer. 12 hours after the last shooting day her miscarriage began. Now that the hit for which she is so largely responsible is in your hands and its income to you assured, this attack upon her is contemptible…Your jokes, Billie, are not quite hilarious enough to conceal the fact. You are an unjust man and a cruel one.” The second, in part: “The simple truth is that whatever the circumstances she did her job and did it superbly, while your published remarks create the contrary impression without any mitigation. That is what is unfair. She is not the first actress who must follow her own path to a performance. Given her evident excellence it was your job as director not to reject her approach because it was unfamiliar to you...Had I been her director, as you say, I would have resented but one failure, a failure to perform at her best. She has given your picture a dimension it would not have had without her and this is no small thing to be brought down by a quip. She was not there to demonstrate how obedient she could be but how excellent in performance.” Moderate toning to borders, otherwise overall fine condition. Upon the completion of Some Like it Hot on November 6, 1958, the director—who was not on speaking terms with Marilyn at that point—made harsh public statements attacking her character. When one reporter inquired if he would ever work with her again, Wilder replied, ‘I have discussed this project

with my doctor and my psychiatrist and they tell me I am too old and too rich to go through this again.’ Marilyn was very hurt by his comments and the repercussions were obviously felt by her husband.However, Miller’s intensely critical tirade is ironic, since on the set of the film, he was just as upset as the director over Marilyn’s unprofessional behavior. Wilder himself recalled, ‘My feeling about Arthur Miller was that he was a little too resentful of his wife…I didn’t have to be patient and loving but he was her husband…I remember saying at the time, finally, I have met someone who resents Marilyn Monroe as much if not more than I do.’ Marilyn’s miscarriage traumatized her so deeply that she would not work again until 1960. In June 1959, she underwent several operations to determine once and for all if she would be able to carry a pregnancy to term. The news that she was, indeed, unable to have children devastated her beyond words. Having already been in a failing relationship with Miller, losing the baby made her feel more alone than ever and she never fully recovered. These private telegrams between the great playwright and director, reliving the tragic event, are an unbelievably rare and poignant piece of Marilyn Monroe history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A grim reminder of Marilyn’s 1961 fragile decline 359. Marilyn Monroe. A page from Monroe’s New York Presbyterian Hospital bill, 6.25 x 8, dated February 27, 1961. Monroe’s name and personal information are typed at the top, with an itemized list of services rendered on February 23 and 24. Charges include local and long distance phone calls (11), television rental, nurse’s services, a “guest dinner,” and two beverages. Balance brought forward at the top is “$981.86,” with a running balance at the bottom through February 17 of $1466.00. In fine condition, with punch and staple holes to top edge and a check number in red ink near the bottom. Not long after her divorce from Arthur Miller, at the beginning of February 1961, Marilyn entered the Payne-Whitney Clinic in New York at the suggestion of her psychiatrist. Surprised at the security and restrictions of the hospital, she used one of her limited phone calls to Joe DiMaggio in Florida, who arranged Marilyn’s discharge, and placed her in Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center. She remained there for three weeks, emerging healthier and in a better state of mind. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Mar i lyn Monroe. Original 1955 wall

calendar, 9.5 x 16, featuring Monroe’s famous fully nude ‘Golden Dreams’ pose. All 12 calendar pages remain intact and attached. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 23. In fine condition, with some surface and edge toning. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

361. Mar i lyn Monroe. Original 1955 wall

calendar, 10 x 17, featuring the ‘modesty’ version of Monroe’s sultry ‘Golden Dreams’ pose, with lacy black lingerie skillfully added by an artist to veil Marilyn’s feminine charms. All 12 calendar pages remain intact and attached. Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 26.25. In fine condition, with some surface and edge toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1942 The Chieftain yearbook from University High School of West Los Angeles, 9 x 12, 120 pages, depicting Monroe as Norma Baker on page 48 as a member of the sophomore class. A pencil notation to page featuring Monroe, otherwise fine condition. Monroe attended the school from September 1941 to January 1942, and this is the only photo of her to ever appear in a high school yearbook. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Great candid photo of the starlet entertaining the troops in Korea 363. Marilyn Monroe. Original glossy 10 x 8 photo of Monroe in her famous sparkling cocktail dress entertaining troops in 1954, with one person adjusting something on her left shoulder, and corporal Joseph Fishman to the right side with a large camera. On the reverse, Fishman has written, “Thats me working! Korea, Feb. 1954.” In very good condition, with overall bends and creases, moderate scattered surface marks, and lightly trimmed edges. At the time, Monroe and Joe DiMaggio were on their honeymoon in Japan, and she took a detour to Korea to boost troop morale. An unusually large, likely unpublished candid photo from one of her important shows for the troops. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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nal glossy 3.75 x 5 photo of Monroe in her famous sparkling cocktail dress entertaining the troops of the 7th Infantry Division in Korea on February 16, 1954. In fine condition, with a surface ding to the upper right. A fantastic, most likely unpublished photo from one of her shows to boost the morale of US troops deployed overseas. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Enormous and sexy Marilyn pin-up 366. Marilyn Monroe. Practically life-size vintage Marilyn Monroe pin-up poster, 21 x

61, made in the 1950s. Poster features a simply gorgeous 1940s image of Monroe in a skimpy red and white striped bikini, with her thumb tucked playfully into the waistband. Printed text along the bottom reads, “Marilyn Monroe—Write: Life Size, Dept. X, Redstone, New Hampshire.” Fittingly framed in a brushed gold color to compliment Marilyn’s hair, to an overall size of 22.75 x 63.5. Scattered mild creasing, mainly to background, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

365. Mar i lyn Monroe. Color 14 x 22 window

card for the 1953 film noir classic Niagara, which cast Monroe in her first starring role as Rose Loomis. Terrific poster shows the waterfall cascading over Marilyn’s fabulous curves. In fine condition, with expected central horizontal fold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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367. Marilyn Monroe and Army Archerd MB $150

371. Marilyn Monroe: Bus Stop

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370. Marilyn Monroe and Army Archerd

372. Marilyn Monroe

369. Marilyn Monroe and Army Archerd

368. Marilyn Monroe and Army Archerd

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373. Marilyn Monroe MB $150

375. George Barris Oversized. MB $200

374. Marilyn Monroe MB $100

376. George Barris Oversized. MB $200

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377. George Barris

378. George Barris

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380. George Barris

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383. George Barris MB $200

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385. George Barris MB $200

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381. George Barris

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382. George Barris

379. George Barris

384. George Barris

386. Bruno Bernard Oversized. MB $200

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387. Andre de Dienes Oversized. MB $250

388. Andre de Dienes

390. Andre de Dienes

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393. Joseph Jasgur MB $200

395. Joseph Jasgur Oversized. MB $200

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391. Andre de Dienes

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392. Andre de Dienes

389. Andre de Dienes

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394. Joseph Jasgur Oversized. MB $200

396. Roy Schatt Oversized. MB $200

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Disney Crystal-clear portrait of the ‘Great Imagineer’ 400. Walt Disney. Vintage matte-finish 9.5

x 7.5 photo of Disney casually leaning on a table in his office, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Dick Hyman, My best, Walt Disney.” Slightly trimmed edges and a small area of inconsequential surface loss to lower left corner, otherwise fine condition. A boldly signed distinguished portrait—the first of its kind we’ve seen. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“Walter E. Disney, President” boldly signs a $10,000 offer of Disneyland Inc. stock 401. Wa lt Disney. DS, beau-

tifully signed at the conclusion, “Walter E. Disney, President,” two onionskin pages, 8.5 x 11, May 1, 1954. Document sent to Walt Disney Productions in Burbank reads, in part: “We are the owners of 100 shares of the capital stock of Disneyland, Inc., a California corporation. We hereby grant you an irrevocable option to buy all, but not less than all, of such said shares for the price of $100.00 per share, which price, shall be subject to increase as follows: We shall be entitled to receive all dividends on any or all such shares so long as we remain the owner thereof...This document shall be binding not only on us, but any corporation with which we may be merged or may consolidate or which may acquire all or substantially all of our assets and on our successors and assigns.” In fine condition, with punch holes to left edges and a WED Entertainment, Inc. blind stamp seal over end of signature. Walt Disney Inc., was a joint venture between Disney himself, ABC, Western Publishing, and Walt Disney Productions. The company was formed in order to manage and build Disneyland in California. A provision allowed WDP to purchase ABC’s shares within seven years, which it did in 1960, after buying out Disney and Western Publishing, making Walt Disney Productions the sole owner of the park. A significant and highly desirable document related to his famous theme park. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

The original engineer’s cap worn by Governor Knight as he, Mickey Mouse, and Walt Disney himself took the inaugural train ride along the Santa Fe Disneyland tracks, welcoming the world on the park’s opening day 402. Walt Disney. A one-of-a-kind Santa Fe and Dis-

neyland Railroad engineer’s cap, presented by Walt Disney to then-California Governor Goodwin Knight, and worn by Knight on Disneyland’s Opening Day on July 17, 1955. Cap was worn by Knight on the inaugural run of the E. P. Ripley train at Disneyland. Fitted striped engineer’s cap bears a 3.5˝ diameter Santa Fe & Disneyland patch on the front, and is accompanied by a 4 x 5 photo of Knight and Disney on the E. P. Ripley on opening day, with Knight wearing the cap. The hat is in fine condition, with expected light wear. On Sunday, July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened its gates with an official dedication ceremony attended by 25,000 invited guests and witnessed across the nation by hundreds of thousands more. The event was televised by ABC, beginning as the E. P. Ripley train made its first official trip along the Santa Fe Disneyland Railroad tracks, previewing the five main areas of the park and ending at Fantasyland where all the characters stood in wait.

Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney, and California Governor Goodwin Knight led the show as the train’s engineers, and were accompanied by Fred Gurley, president of the actual Santa Fe Railroad. Smiling ear-to-ear and wearing this hat, which matches his companions’, Knight stood by Disney’s side as he offered his first words of welcome to the audience. In his speech shortly following the train ride, Knight described Disneyland as “a wondrous community with all the charm of the old world and all of the progress and ingenuity of the new world.” The E. P. Ripley captured both, carrying several hundred passengers at a time on a six-minute ride around the 60-acre park, offering a quaint view of all it had to offer. It was an instant favorite among all who visited at the parks inception, and remains a favorite today. The hat has been on display at the Disney Museum in Disneyland until now, and has never before been on the market. Boyish and whimsical, sitting upon the head of the Governor of California, it truly captures the spirit of Disneyland—for children of all ages. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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‘Hyperion-style’ Duckster for longtime Disney Studio employees 403. Walt Disney. A Disney Hyperion-style ‘Duckster’ award. These statues

were distributed at a special ceremony sometime in the early-1980s to longtime studio employees who had been with the company continuously from the days when the studio was located on Hyperion Avenue in Hollywood. Award stands on a wooden base, measures approximately 9.5˝ tall, with a “WDP” copyright stamp on the back of the right foot. It is most likely that that more awards were made than necessary for the event as evidenced by the lack of a presentation plaque. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Super-scarce 1948 ‘Mousecar’ award 404. Walt Disney. A seldom-seen ‘Mousecar’ award presented

to Disney employee Bernie Cobb. Walt Disney felt that since he was the only one of the many company employees singled out for Academy Awards and other accolades, he created an in-house award to recognize the important contributions of his key personnel who worked on projects, participated in community service, or for long-term employment. The first went to his brother Roy Disney. Walt called the initial version the ‘Mousecar Award’ (a play on the Academy’s “Oscar”), with the first being presented in 1940. The award features a six-inch tall, solidly cast metal Mickey statue with an enamel coating that gives the impression of an aged bronze patina, all mounted upon a round Bakelite base that is 2.5˝ tall. This Mousecar’s shiny brass plaque reads, “With Thanks and Best Wishes to Bernie Cobb, Walt Disney 1948.” In fine condition, with a few missing paint flecks. Walt himself had his ‘Mousecar’ and ‘Duckster’ sitting on his desk during his television program. Awards such as this are quite rare and seldom come to auction. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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One-of-a-kind sketch featuring the cartoon characters that started it all 405. [Walt Disney]. Incredibly rare original vintage signed and inscribed pen and ink sketch of Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit on an off-white 7 x 9 sheet of parchment-type paper, presented to Universal Studios founder Carl Laemmle on the 20th anniversary of the building of Universal Studios. This drawing and signature, though not in Disney’s hand, was done under Disney’s direction by artist Hank Porter. Sketch shows Mickey walking towards Oswald waving his hand, with Oswald looking fairly unhappy at seeing Mickey as he has his hands on his hips. Inscribed underneath, “To Carl Laemmle—In memory of the days when I produced Oswald for Universal—Best wishes always, Sincerely, Walt Disney.” Sketch is dated in the lower left by the Laemmle family, “Oct 1, 1935.” In very fine condition. Disney had created the Oswald character while working for Uni-

versal in 1927, and he quickly became a major hit, competing in popularity with the likes of Felix the Cat. Seeing this success, Disney tried to renegotiate his contract to no avail, and decided to sever ties with Universal set out on his own—this meant leaving behind his beloved creation, Oswald. In order to compete, he decided to come up with another character, and thus Mortimer Mouse—now Mickey—was born. When Steamboat Willie debuted in 1928, Mickey quickly surpassed Oswald in popularity and Disney didn’t look back. This sketch is especially interesting as it is probably the only one featuring both Mickey and Oswald, since the characters were owned by separate companies. The humor of Disney’s somewhat insincere sentiment directed at his former boss, as well as the image of an enthusiastic Mickey greeting the perturbed Oswald, make this a superb piece steeped in cartoon history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Uninscribed Snow White presentation mat 406. Walt Disney. Original vintage off-white presentation mat, 19 x 18, which originally held a print or celluloid drawing from Snow White, and now houses a color satin-finish 11 x 9 photo of Snow White dancing with the seven dwarves, with a pencil caption under the image reading, “From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” signed on the mat in dark brown artist’s pencil, “Walt Disney.” In fine condition, with mild toning to edges of mat from previous display. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Phil Sears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

407. Mickey Mouse and Pluto. Original hand-

painted animation cel of Mickey and Pluto from an unknown production, circa 1950s, gouache on trimmed celluloid, with the characters affixed to a 13.25 x 7.75 original hand-painted watercolor production background. Attractively triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 14.25. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

408. Minnie Mouse. Circa early 1940s original hand-painted anima-

tion cel on trimmed celluloid of Minnie Mouse looking enthusiastic, 5 x 7.25, beautifully triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 13.5. Some cracking to a couple portions of the gouache, otherwise fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Toughy, Boris, Pedro, and Bull 409. Lady and the Tramp.

Incredible original hand-painted production cel from the 1955 film Lady and the Tramp featuring Toughy, Boris, Pedro, and Bull, gouache on trimmed celluloid, each character affixed to a 14 x 11 hand-painted key watercolor production background. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 18, with the fully intact original Walt Disney label on the reverse which states, “This is an original painting on celluloid, actually used in the Walt Disney production of ‘Lady and the Tramp.’” The inner mat is hand-titled in pencil, “Walt Disney’s ‘Lady and the Tramp,’” and bears the encircled “Original WDP” stamp. In fine condition. Proveance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

410. Pinocchio. Original hand-painted animation cel of

Jiminy Cricket holding out his umbrella, 10 x 8, set against a color background. Affixed to reverse is the original label which reads, “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production. Released exclusively by the Art Corner at Disneyland.” Matted to an overall size of 14 x 12. In very good condition, with portions of the gouache cracking and peeling, a section of his hat having peeled off and lodged near his feet. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

411. The Great Mouse Detective. Original hand-

painted animation cel of two rough-looking mice in a pub from The Great Mouse Detective, 15 x 10, set against its original production background. A Disney seal to the lower right indicates that it is a certified “original hand-painted movie film cel.” Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 15. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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412. Donald Duck. Circa 1950s original

hand-painted animation cel of Donald Duck meeting Huey, Dewey, and Louie on Halloween, 10.75 x 7.75, set against an original hand-painted background. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 14.25. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Disney set design from One Little Indian 413. One Little Indian. Original watercolor set design for an exterior scene from the 1973 Disney film One Little Indian on a 13.75 x 10 heavy stock sheet affixed to a 18.75 x 16 mount. Set shows the grave of Rosebud in a dry river bed as a man stands on the far bank with a camel, and is signed in black ink by the artist Robert Ayres. Mount is labelled in pencil, “Prod. 0122 One Ltlle Indian.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Panoramic set design from Disney’s Scandalous John 414. Scandalous John. Original watercolor set design for an exterior scene from the 1971 Disney film Scanalous John on a 12 x 5 heavy stock sheet affixed to an 18 x 11 mount. Set shows a desert plain with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky. Reverse of the mount is labelled in pencil, “’Bill Majors Prod # 0114 Scandalous John.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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done pencil and watercolor set design of a grandfather clock for the 1976 Disney film Treasure of Matecumbe, on an off-white 15 x 20 piece of artist’s board, signed at the bottom by artist Robert Ayres. Pencil caption in an unknown hand reads, “Clock design No. 1, ‘Matecumbe’ Prod. 0145.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

416. Blackbear d’s Ghost. Orig-

inal hand-inked storyboard art from Disney’s 1968 film Blackbeard’s Ghost on seven individual 9 x 5.25 offwhite sheets, showing the main character Steve Walker being suspected of drunk driving, as Blackbeard‘s stench of rum convinces a police officer that Steve has been drinking. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

417. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-painted

animation cel of Winnie the Pooh from the 1983 film Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore, 11.5 x 8.5, depicting a 7˝ tall three-quarter length image of Pooh with a honey pot in his hands. Cel bears the Walt Disney Productions certified seal in the lower left with an unknown initial in the center. Double-cloth-matted to an overall size of 18 x 15, with the original Walt Disney label on the reverse which states “This is an original painting actually used in Walt Disney Productions’ Winnie the Pooh and A Day for Eeyore.” Scattered light bubbling and separation of paint, otherwise fine condition, with some slight separation to paint along edge of facial area. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

418. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-painted animation cel of Winnie the Pooh from the 1983 film Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore, 11.5 x 8.5, depicting a 7˝ tall three-quarter length image of Pooh with his hand in his mouth. Cel bears the Walt Disney Productions certified seal in the lower left with an unknown initial in the center. Double-cloth-matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. Scattered light bubbling and separation of paint, otherwise fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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419. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-painted anima-

tion cel of Winnie the Pooh done for an educational film. Cel measures 10.5 x 8.75 three-quarter length image of Pooh straining with a huge pumpkin on his back and a basket of apples balanced on top of his head. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 18 x 16. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

420. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-painted animation cel of an orange Bee Heffalump in flight from the 1968 film Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day. Cel shows the Heffalump flying low and is set against a color background. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 14.75, with a portion of the back cut-out to reveal the original label which reads, “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production. Released exclusively by Disneyland.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling and a bit of bubbling to image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

421. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-painted animation cel of a pink Heffalump in a tutu from the 1968 film Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day, 9.75 x 8, showing the Heffalump with its arms and legs crossed and its trunk in a knot hovering over the ground and set against a color background. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 14.5, with a portion of the back cut-out to reveal the original label which reads, “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production. Released exclusively by Disneyland.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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422. Winnie the Pooh. Original hand-colored colored pencil and felt tip final sketch entitled ‘Pooh Peek A Boo Frame,’ 16.25 x 9.75, and shows a front and back image of Pooh and Piglet peeking around the frame, with the rear pose showing Pooh sitting on a honey pot. Sketch also features color samplings for both images, bears a large and bold “Final Art” Disney copyright stamp, and is signed in gold ink by the artist “Best wishes, Darren Hunt 97.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 17.75. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a finished version of the frame, new in the box. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

423. Winnie the Pooh. Original blue pencil production

sketch of Winnie the Pooh by Jeff Kapp in 1996, 16.25 x 9.75, showing Pooh dressed in a beekeeper suit and mask surrounded by honey pots and a smoker. Sketch bears a Disney copyright stamp at the bottom. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 17.5. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

424. Wa lt Disn ey. Two col-

or computer printed box proofs, used for Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Too clock and chocolate box, both approximately 10 x 8, and both signed in black felt tip by the artist Cody Reynolds, with both also bearing a Disney copyright stamp. Both are double-matted and framed to an overall size of 29.5 x 16.25. In fine condition. Accompanied by finished products of both items. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original blue pencil production sketch of two images (front and back) of Piglet on an off-white sheet of 17 x 12.5 animation paper. Sketch shows Piglet in a nightshirt, Pooh slippers, and nightcap, and clutching his Teddy bear, as well as an additional facial sketch, all originally done for the making of a figurine. Signed in black ink by the artist, “Alex Maher 9-11-98.” Sketch also bears a Disney copyright stamp in the lower right corner. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Original handpainted animation cel of Widow Tweed from The Fox and the Hound, 15.5 x 12, showing a three-quarter length image of Tweed stirring a pot, with a small production notation to lower right. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22.25 x 19. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original blue pencil productions sketches of Winnie the Pooh, done for the design of a plush toy, on an off-white 17 x 12.5 sheet of animation paper. Sheet shows front, back, and side views of a sitting Pooh in a hat and scarf, notated at the bottom by the artist, “Pooh Winter Plush R. W.,” and also bearing a Disney copyright stamp at the bottom. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

427. Walt D i s n e y.

Original blue pencil production sketch of Winnie the Pooh on an off-white sheet of 17 x 12.5 animation paper. Sketch s h ow s Po o h , dressed in safari gear and a pith helmet, balanced on the Earth with a bee hive oozing honey onto his paw. Signed in black ink by the artist, “Alex Maher 9-11-98.” Sketch also bears a Disney copyright stamp in the lower right corner. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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430. Th e H u n chback of Notre Dam e. Original

Original pencil production sketch of Penny from The Rescuers (1977) on an off-white sheet of animation paper, 15.5 x 12.5, Penny kneeling in prayer. In fine

signed pencil production sketch for a Hunchback of Notre Dame product showing a full-length image of Phoebes and Esmeralda in an embrace inside a window, lettered at the top, “Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame.” Signed at the bottom by the artist, “David Zach/95,” with a Disney copyright stamp at the bottom. Nicely on an off-white 10 x 12.5 sheet. Attractively double-matted and framed in purple and gold to an overall size of 17 x 19.5. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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105 433. Wa lt Disney. A very neat

Walt Disney Studio Artist Employee handbook from 1938, 6 x 9, 31 pages. Handbook explains the different positions within the company and department and includes a chart of the chain of command starting with Walt Disney himself. In fine condition, with a couple corner creases and expected mild handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

431. Roy Williams. Well known Disney animator (1907–1976) who was also the big Mouseketeer on the 1950s Mickey Mouse Club. DS, one page both sides, 6.5 x 9.25, October 24, 1954. Williams’s AFTRA membership application, filled out and signed by Williams. He has signed on the front, adding his Burbank address and on the reverse lists his occupation as “Specialty Act (Cartoonist,” and notes he is a member of the “Screen Cartoonists Guild,” also indicating his gross income was between 0–$2000 during the past year. Two dues payment receipts are stapled to the front of the application as well. Staple to top left, a few creases and edge tears, and a small stain to left side of front, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

434. Walt Disney. Engraved wood

and metal retirement plaque presented to a Disney employee, 11 x 13, featuring a raised image of Mickey Mouse, engraved under the image, “Thanks, George, Mickey and the Gang.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Royalties for the very first Mickey Mouse book in 1931 432. Roy Disney. TLS signed “Roy O. Disney,”

one page, 8.5 x 11, nicely illustrated Mickey Mouse letterhead, July 21, 1931. Letter to Charles Lang. In part: “We understand you are to keep full accounts of the sales of the Mickey Mouse Book, and make royalty payments thereon to Bobette & Irving Bibo and to the Studio, as well as any payments due to Henry Cohen… [We will] send on to you the contracts for the publication of the song, ‘The Wedding Party of Mickey Mouse.’” In fine condition. Bibo and Lang was a publisher who received one of the first licenses from Disney to use character images in its products, and published the first Disney book, simply titled The Mickey Mouse Book, in 1930. Bobette, the publisher’s daughter, is said to have written the four page ‘history’ of Mickey contained within the book. It was a tremendous success, selling over 100,000 copies within six months. This document, related to the finances of Bibo’s endeavor, represents the early beginnings of what would become a vast empire of Disney merchandise and product spinoffs. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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435. Davy Crockett and the River Pirates. Original color 28 x 22 half-sheet movie poster for

the 1956 film Davy Crockett and the River Pirates starring Fess Parker and Buddy Ebsen, Nss no. 56/272. Poster also promotes Disney’s Man In Space. In fine condition, with scattered creases and toning. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

436. Snow White. Original color 13 x 10 lobby card for the 1951 re-release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, matted to an overall size of 19 x 17. Tack and staple holes to corners, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 437. Alice in Wonderland. Original color 13 x 10 lobby card for the 1951 Walt Disney film Alice in Wonderland, matted to an overall size of 19 x 17. A surface ding to the title text and tack hole to right side, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

438. Dumbo. Four original 14 x 11 lobby cards from the 1950s re-release of Dumbo. In overall very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mammoth panoramic chase scene 439. Walter Lantz: Woody Woodpecker.

Impressive original hand-painted animation MCA/Universal Studios cel entitled ‘Cookoo Nuts,’ of Woody being chased by a man with an axe, circa 1970, gouache on two full celluloid sheets set against a 48 x 8.5 key watercolor production background. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Vivid, supremely rare original oil painting that once hung in Lantz’s studio 440. Walter Lantz: Woody Woodpecker. Extremely scarce original painting by Walter Lantz, oil on canvas, entitled ‘Liberty Bell,’ 19.25 x 16.5, depicting Woody Woodpecker looking unhappy with a broken beak presumably from flying into the Liberty Bell behind him. This is one of a small series of paintings done by Lantz which shows Woody at different historical places. Painting is signed in black paint in the lower right, “Walter Lantz 1979.” Framed to an overall size of 26 x 22. In very fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 1994. A magnificent piece of art, this was one of a scant handful of paintings by Lantz depicting Woody at various historical locations; other themes in the set included Philadelphia and Mount Rushmore. This exceptional series, apparently done for his personal enjoyment, are a tribute to Lantz’s artistic capabilities. This painting hung in Lantz’s studio in Beverly Hills until his passing in 1994, when it was sold by Christie’s in his estate sale. An exceptional piece of artwork with impeccable provenance. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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Sinister portrait of Karloff in his iconic role as Frankenstein’s Monster 441. Boris Karloff. Rare vintage glossy 7 x 9.25 photo of Karloff as Frankenstein’s Monster, a menacing look on his face and his hand clutched to his dirty jacket, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Boris Karloff.” Matted and framed with an unsigned fulllength photo of the monster and one of Karloff from The Black Cat, to an overall size of 36.25 x 19. A single horizontal crease passing above his right eye and some indistinct contrast to last name (the sentiment and first name remain bold) otherwise fine condition. Provenance: Albert Wilkerson collection. Images of Karloff in his most famous role are virtually unheard of and highly-prized by horror collectors. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Mesmerizing Dracula portrait 442. Bela Lugosi. Intense vintage glossy 7 x 9 photo of Lugosi as Dracula, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Fred, Sincerely, Bela Lugosi.” Impressively double-matted and framed with a replica of Dracula’s ring and two plaques, to an overall size of 18.5 x 37. Some scattered light creases, otherwise fine condition. This particular pose was the one that Lugosi used to solicit Universal for the film role that would make him both a horror and Hollywood legend. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Super rare werewolf portrait from Return of the Vampire 443. Return of the Vampire: Matt Willis.

Actor (1913–1989) who appeared in many uncredited roles, best known for his role as Andreas Obry/the werewolf in Return of the Vampire. Exceedingly rare vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Willis as the werewolf from the 1944 film Return of the Vampire, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Burt, Many thanks for your wonderful smile, early morning coffee, and moral support—your Fuzzy face—Matt Willis.” With creasing to upper and lower right corners, otherwise fine condition. Just the second photo of Willis as the werewolf we have ever seen, this portrait represents a musthave for the serious horror collector. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Virtually nonexistent portrait of the unforgettable ‘Creeper’ 444. Rondo Hatton. Actor (1894–1946) who had a brief, but memorable career in B-movies, best known for his unusual facial features caused by acromegaly. Practically unheard of vintage mattefinish head-and-shoulders photo, trimmed to a size of 7.5 x 9.5, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To my friends—Chick, Della May & Nan, Every good wish—Rondo Hatton 1945.” In fine condition, with aforementioned trimming and a couple of minor spots to lower left corner. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from one of the photo’s recipients, stating, “This picture of Rondo Hatton is autographed to my father, mother, and myself in 1945…When my mother visited my aunt she got to meet Rondo once or twice…My father was a theater manager in the 1940s and this picture hung on the wall of his office.” Just the second Hatton item we have offered in over 30 years (the first being an album page), a signed Hatton photo is of the utmost rarity—this is the first we’ve ever encountered—an outstanding example boasting a clear image and a strikingly bold signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Extraordinarily early and rare portrait of the horror icon signed with his real name 445. Lon Chaney, Jr. Ultra-rare vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75

photo, signed near the bottom in fountain pen, “Creighton Chaney.” In fine condition, with l ightly trimmed edges and a couple creases to background. A handsome portrait enhanced by this highly soughtafter version of his signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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446. Lon Chaney, Sr. Uncommon vintage

sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Chaney peering out from behind his hat as Alonzo in The Unknown, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Samuel P. Clover, Sincerely, Lon Chaney.” In fine condition, with some mild irregular spotting to image and light contrast to portion of inscription. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

447. Boris Karloff. Mesmerizing vintage glossy 7.5 x

9.25 photo of Karloff from the 1931 film The Black Cat, boldly signed in fountain pen. Stamp on reverse indicates photo came from Harry Wilkinson’s “Hollywood Amuseum of Memories,” Marblehead, Massachusetts. In fine condition, boasting a particularly bold signature, with some scattered light surface marks and creases and lightly trimmed edges. This horror film became Universal’s biggest box office hit of the year, and was the first of eight pairings of Karloff with Bela Lugosi. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unbelievable oversized portrait as the deranged Dr. Moreau 448. Island of Lost Souls: Charles Laughton. Vintage oversized pearl-finish 10.5 x

13.5 Eugene Richie photo of Laughton as he appeared as Dr. Moreau in the 1932 horror classic Island of Lost Souls, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Mr. Richard Hays from Charles Laughton.” In very good to fine condition, with moderate contrast to last name of signature, a couple creases to bottom, light discoloration along left edge, and moderate mounting remnants to reverse. The first image of Laughton as the twisted scientist we have ever come across. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Detailed set design from the same year he directed Frankenstein 449. Frankenstein: James Whale. British-

born film director (1889–1957) who helmed such horror classics as Frankenstein, The Bride of Frankenstein, and The Invisible Man. After a series of strokes left Whale physically weak, he committed suicide by throwing himself into his swimming pool. His career was the subject of the Academy Award–winning 1998 film Gods and Monsters. Original vintage pencil and ink sketch of the set for Myra’s bedroom in his 1931 film Waterloo Bridge on an off-white 17.5 x 11.25 sheet, signed in the lower right border in pencil, “James Whale—1931.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 20.5. In very good to fine condition, with a central area of light dampstaining in the area of the bed. Whale had garnered acclaim for himself as a set and costume designer on the British theater scene—passions that carried over into his film career, as demonstrated by this set design sketch. Waterloo Bridge opened to mixed reviews, and was quickly overshadowed by the film Whale released three months later—Frankenstein. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Ultra-rare, one-of-a-kind portrait of Van Helsing 450. Dracula: Edward Van Sloan. Pensive, intelligent, gray-haired character actor (1882–1964) who appeared in Universal’s three horror classics: Frankenstein, The Mummy, and Dracula, where he appeared as professor Van Helsing, the indefatigable pursuer of Bela Lugosi. Extremely rare vintage glossy 7 x 9 publicity photo of Van Sloan in character as Van Helsing, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Dick, From Edward Van Sloan, 1951.” Beautifully triple-matted and framed with a name plaque to an overall size of 14.5 x 23.5. Some skipping and irregular adhesion to the inscription and signature, with the beginning of the first name especially light and affected by a small scuff, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original collector, Richard Sheffield, who obtained the autograph in person after looking up Van Sloan’s telephone number in the city phone book. Sheffield is known to Horror fans as a pivotal icon and was Lugosi’s friend near the end of his life. Van Sloan is one of the rarest and most sought after horror autographs, and this is quite possibly the only signed image of him in his most celebrated film role. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

451. Frankenstein: Glenn Strange. ALS, one page,

8.25 x 6.75, no date. Letter to an admirer. In part: “First of all I want to thank you for taking time to rite [sic] me and for the very nice letter. I appreciate hearing from friends like you.” Nicely matted and framed with a portrait of Strange as Frankenstein’s monster to an overall size of 14.25 x 24. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Self-portrait of the scene-stealing madman— straight from his personal scrapbook 452. Dracu la: Dwight Frye. Character actor (1899–1943)

who played the lunatic Renfield opposite Bela Lugosi in Dracula, as well as Colin Clive’s assistant Fritz in Frankenstein. Original vintage ink portrait of himself as Renfield on a circular off-white 2.25 x 2.25 album page. Attractively doublematted and framed with a book page featuring the image to an overall size of 14.5 x 30.75. The page bears a note of provenance from Frye’s son, in part: “Ink self-portrait by Dwight Frye, from his personal scrapbook…Presented to Dave Zimmerman, November, 1990.” In fine condition. Frye is one of the rarest and most desirable horror film autographs, virtually nonexistent in any form—this self-portrait from his greatest role represents a one-of-a-kind, cornerstone piece for any complete horror collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Merry Christmas from the creator of ‘King Kong’” 453. King Kong: Merian C. Cooper. Adventurer, director, screenwriter, and producer (1893-1973), his most famous film work was the 1933 movie King Kong. Vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 7 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To: Buddy Pepper, Merry Christmas from the creator of ‘King Kong,’ Merian C. Cooper. This is a direct copy of the first sketch, which was made long before the start of the motion picture, M. C. C.,” and dated in the upper right, “Christmas 1966.” Impressively double-matted and framed with name plaques and an unsigned portrait to an overall size of 17.5 x 39.5. In fine condition. The original sketch, depicting King Kong fighting off a swarm of airplanes, was among the images Cooper showed to RKO Pictures when pitching the film. An extraordinary photo from the creator of one of Hollywood’s most memorable monsters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce portrait of Glenn Strange’s incarnation of the monster 454. Frankenstein: Glenn Strange.

Actor (1899–1973) best remembered as the monster in the 1944 film House of Frankenstein. Great glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Strange as the Frankenstein Monster, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “For Blackie, Regards, Glenn Strange.” In fine condition, with some scattered light surface creases. Strange is uncommon in all forms, and signed photos in this character are seldom encountered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

456. The Invisible Man: William Harrigan. Actor

(1894–1966) known for his role as Dr. Arthur Kemp in the 1933 film The Invisible Man. Vintage oversized glossy 8 x 11.75 full-length photo of Harrigan in a top hat and long coat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Chamberlain, from William Harrigan.” Reverse bears a White Studio photographer’s stamp. In very good condition, with scattered surface creases, dings to edges, and clipped corners to right side. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Pre-Dracula portrait of Helen Chandler 457. Dracula: H elen Chandle r. Actress

(1906–1965) best remembered as Mina in the film Dracula with Belá Lugosi. Very early gorgeous oversized vintage mattefinish 9.25 x 13 headand-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Benedict Gimbel, Jr., Many thanks for a beautiful time, Always, Helen Chandler.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, missing lower left corner tip, a few horizontal creases, and skipping to last name of signature. Chandler is quite scarce in signed photos of any kind. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

459. Frankenstein: Gavin Gordon. Actor

(1901–1983) who played the imperious Lord Byron in Bride of Frankenstein. Glossy 8 x 10 photo from the 1935 film Women Must Dress, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, “To Harry—God bless you in all things—Gavin Gordon.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and impressions, chipping and pin holes to borders, and slight paper loss to upper left corner. The only signed photo of Gordon we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Karloff writes from the road touring with The Criminal Code, the play that would springboard him to stardom 458. Boris Karloff. Rare and early

ALS signed “Boris,” two pages, 5.5 x 8.5, Hotel Knickerbocker, San Diego letterhead, no date. Letter to “Young Virginia.” In full: “They haven’t killed me yet so everything is all right so far. The show went over splendidly here, good business & excellent notices. John is driving down to Ontario Tuesday evening to bring me home & catch the show ahead of Long Beach. It’s only about thirty miles from L. A. & I think it would be wonderful if you drove over with him. What do you think? I am droppig him a line with this & he will call you Tuesday at the office to see if you can come. Try to make it dear if you possibly can. Miss you like thunder so come along & lunch me up before the big opening in San Francisco. All the best dear girl & take care of yourself.” In fine condition. Karloff is most likely referring to the play, The Criminal Code, by San Francsco playwright Martin Flavin. Karloff appeared in the role of Ned Galloway and gave such a strong perfomance in the stage play, that he reprised his role in the 1931 Columbia film. Just a few months later, he would be cast in his famous role in Frankenstein. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Karloff’s last wife thanks his Frankenstein co-star for a touching tribute 460. Evie Karloff. Fifth wife of Boris Karloff. ALS,

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.75 x 9.75, January 28, 1988. Letter to Mae Clarke one of Boris Karloff’s costars in Frankenstein. In part; “I do want to thank you so very much for the wonderful part you played in that fabulous tribute to Boris. He would have been so happy to know you were there—& looking so lovely.” In fine condition, with punch holes along left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

463. Frankenstein: J. Carrol Naish. DS, signed 461. Frankenstein: Robert Arthur. Screen-

writer and producer (1909–1986) best known for producing Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein and Man of a Thousand Faces. DS, signed twice, “Robert Arthur Feder, Robert Arthur,” four pages, 8.5 x 11, February 17, 1939. Contract between Arthur and Samuel Goldwyn Inc. employing him to “render your services for literary and/or dramatic material as we may request,” at the rate of $600 per week. In fine to very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Carrol Naish,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, August 4, 1932. Contract between Naish and Samuel Goldwyn Inc. under the terms “set forth in the Minimum Contract of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.” In fine condition. In 1932, Naish appeared in Goldwyn’s comedy The Kid from Spain. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1933 document from Karloff’s body double in Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man

464. Frankenstein: Gil Perkins. Actor and 462. Frankenstein: Emma Dunn. Noted stage

actress (1875–1966) who later turned to films and appeared as Amelia in Son of Frankenstein. Scarce DS, signed “Emma Dunn,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 18.5, August 25, 1938. Samuel Goldwyn minimum freelance contract for weekly employment for Dunn to appear in the role of Ma Hawkins in The Lady and the Cowboy for a salary of $750 per week. Signed at the conclusion by Dunn. In fine condition, with expected folds and document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

stuntman (1907–1999) whose stunt work included classic horror films such as King Kong, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man. Highly sought-after DS, signed “Gilbert V. Perkins,” one page, 7.75 x 17.5, August 9, 1933. Standard minimum contract between Perskins and Samuel Goldwyn Inc. for him to “render services as such in the role of Designated by Director, in a photoplay the working title of which is now ‘Roman Scandals,’ at a salary of…$200.00 per week.” In fine condition. A hard-to-find, early document from the legendary stunt double. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The rarely seen horror composer 465. Dracula: Heinz Roemheld. Prominent film composer (1901–1985) who worked on music for Gone With the Wind, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Dracula, and The Invisible Man. DS, one page, 8.5 x 13, February 23, 1945. Document filled out in type with information about Roemheld’s salary, “to be used in Governmental Report under Wage and Salary Stabilization Laws,” indicating that he was paid $4500 for his assignment as “Composer for our photoplay, ‘Wonder Man,’” had a salary of $29,000 for the year of 1942, and $32,000 per year in 1943 in his position as “Composer and Conductor” for “Warner Bros. & Los Angeles Civic Light Opera.” In very good condition, with creasing to the lower right (slightly affecting signature), light scattered soiling, and various small tears to edge. Roemheld is exceedingly rare in any format—this is the first autographed material of the composer that we have ever seen or offered—made especially important since Dracula was the first Universal talkie of the Golden Age of Horror. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Days after wrapping on Frankenstein, Universal loans out their famous monster 466. Boris Karloff. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October

19, 1931. Karloff agrees to render to Fox Films Corporation “services, as an actor, at a salary of One Hundred Fifty ($150.00) Dollars per day—Three (3) days guarantee.” Signed at the conclusion by Karloff and casting director J. E. Gardner. In fine condition. The filming for Frankenstein had finished just two weeks earlier, on October 3, and the movie would go on to premier in November. This loan-out was a result of Universal’s uncertainty about the success of Frankenstein—they thought Dracula (released earlier in 1931) might have been a fluke, and so loaned Karloff to Fox for their filming of Business and Pleasure as an unbilled member of the supporting cast. Like Dracula, Frankenstein became wildly successful, and the American horror genre was born.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Historic 1913 document from the birth of the studio system 467. Carl Laemmle. Film making pioneer (1867–1939) and founder

of Universal Studios. Laemmle and his son were responsible for the fantastic string of classic Universal horror films including Phantom of the Opera, Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Mummy. DS, one page, 8.25 x 11, June 30, 1913. Agreement between the Universal Film Manufacturing Company and the Detroit Universal Film Company confirming an agreement regarding the purchase of film reels. In part: “Seven of the thirty five (35) weekly reels which you are to start buying immediately under the terms of this contract are to be sold to you at six (6¢) cents per foot for a period of sixty days, provided the Cincinnati Buckeye Film Exchange does not reduce its orders.” Signed at the conclusion by Laemmle and R. H. Cochrane. At the end of both paragraphs, Cochrane has added, “The Bison brand is not included in this offer. Scattered creases and some stray pencil marks to the top, otherwise fine condition. The Universal Film Manufacturing Company—now known as Universal Studios—was founded by Laemmle on April 30, 1912. The other signer of this document, Cochrane, was his longtime assistant who eventually became a Universal vice president. The company grew rapidly, acquiring competitors and making film after film. By 1915, Laemmle had opened the massive studiocum-town Universal City, and Universal had acquired the Detroit Universal Film Company as part of its distribution arm. Laemmle autographic material is uncommon, and most letters and documents that enter the market date to the 1930s; this decidedly the earliest Laemmle document we have ever encountered, dating just one year after the founding of Universal. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Brooks will have to pay if he creates further incarnations of his classic Young Frankenstein for television 468. Young Frankenstein: Mel Brooks. DS, signed “Melvin Brooks, Pres.,” six

pages, 8.5 x 11, August 20, 1973. Agreement for Brooks’s Crossbow Productions and 20th Century Fox for television rights of programs based on the film Young Frankenstein in which he serves “as director, co-producer, and co-writer in connection with our motion picture entitled ‘Young Frankenstein.’” The studio states, in part: “Notwithstanding the fact that all television rights in and to the Picture and the literary property upon which it is based are owned by us, we agree that if you create a concept for a television series which is based upon the material and/or characterizations contained therein, the following shall apply…You shall not, during the period commencing on the date of this Agreement and ending three (3) years after the date… utilize such television concept…without prior written consent…After the expiration of the 3 year period, you may license, lease, sell or otherwise dispose of such television concept…without our consent.” Document goes on to spell out royalty payments to the studio based on the length and frequency of any programs created. Signed on the last page in black felt tip by Brooks. The second and last page are matted and framed with a portrait of Brooks and a small plaque to an overall size of 30 x 20. In fine condition. Originally set to be made by Columbia Pictures, Brooks jumped to 20th Century Fox over budget constraints. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Screenwriter (1892– 1950) who was an uncredited contributor to the reworking of the 1925 film The Phantom of the Opera. TLS signed “Raymond L. Schrock,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Universal Pictures Corporation letterhead, September 17, 1925. Short letter to Samuel Goldwyn, Inc. In full: “Please be advised that George Sydney will be ready to start with you, Tuesday, September 29th, 1925.” Staple hole and a couple rusty paperclip marks to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

470. Cat People: Val Lewton. Film producer

and screenwriter (1904-1951) known for producing low-budget horror movies throughout the 1940s, including The Cat People. TLS signed “Val,” one page, Selznick International Pictures letterhead, 8.5 x 11, December 23, 1940. A brief inter-office inquiry. In full: “We have here at the office a good, easily read copy of Wings of a Dove, which Mr Selznick asked Miss Burns to purchase in New York. Does he want to see it now? Or shall I hold it for the present?” Pencil notations for inter-office communication have been added below in a different hand. Toning to the top and bottom, a crease to the upper left corner, and a couple edge chips to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Lon Chaney,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with light toning bordering the signature from previous display. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

473. Dracula: Dorothy Tree. Actress (1906–

1992) who played an uncredited role as Dracula’s bride. She was blacklisted from Hollywood under communist suspicions and began a career as a singing teacher. Fountain pen signature, “Dorothy Tree,” on a light green 2.5 x 1.5 circular slip affixed to a slightly larger card. Matted with an inkjet photo of Tree as she appeared in Dracula to an overall size of 8 x 10. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

474. Ruby Felker. Hollywood hair-

dresser who helped Jack Pierce with horror makeup and wigs. Scarce vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Universal City, Calif., Jan. 31, 1930, Leila: The nicest ‘bid’ I’ve ever been ‘step-mamma’ to: Love & success, Ruby Felker, Hairdresser,” on a pink 6 x 4.25 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

471. Lionel Atwill. British actor (1885–1946) best known

for his roles in such horror films as Mark of the Vampire and Son of Frankenstein and as Moriarty to Basil Rathbone’s Sherlock Holmes. Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Pauline, with sweetest? regards, Lionel Atwill,” on an off-white 6.5 x 4 album page. In very good condition, with light dampstaining to upper right (slightly affecting inscription), toned tape remnants to left border, and showthrough from signed calling card of Mildred Davis affixed to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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476. Boris Karloff. Vintage fountain pen signature,

“Boris Karloff,” on a light blue 5 x 3 trimmed album page with a clipped photo of Karloff affixed to the lower right. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

477. Kenneth Strickfaden. Set designer and electrical special effects creator (1896–1984) whose work appeared in more than 100 films and television shows including Frankenstein, The Wizard of Oz, and The Munsters. Crisp and precise ink signature, “Ken Strickfaden,” on an off-white .75 x .25 slip affixed to a 2 x 1 off-white slip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Over 20 horror stars and directors add their signatures to chilling skulls 478. Horror Stars. Two life-like ceramic human skulls, signed in ink and felt tip by over 20 horror actors, actresses, and directors. Signers include: Peter Jackson, John Landis, Kane Hodder (Jason from Friday the 13th), Betsy Palmer (Jason’s Mom), Dick Warlock (Michael Myers), Chris Sarandon, Ron Jeremy, Steven Geoffrey, Tim Thomerson, Bryce Babel, Jennifer Hun, Vivian Schilling, Jack Hill, Andrew Divoff, Al Simmons, Nicholas Worth, Camille Keaton, Reggie Bannister, Candace Hilligoss, and Joseph Pilato. A couple have also added brief inscriptions. In fine condition. Accompanied by 15 photos taken at time of signing, including Jackson and Landis. A unique collection of names on a very unusual, yet fitting, format. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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480. Silent Hill. Screen-

worn blood-spattered costume from the 2006 film Silent Hill, worn by Radha Mitchell as Rose. Four-piece costume consists of a long sleeve lightweight button up cardigan sweater with stains to both sides and arms, a heavily stained pink Gap tank, a matching ruffled skirt, and a stained chiffon top. All but the chiffon top have costume tags or notations which read, “1 #10.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Premiere Props. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

484. The Return of Chandu. Original color 27 x 41 one-sheet movie poster for the 12-chapter Principal Pictures serial The Return of Chandu, starring Bela Lugosi. Colorful poster is for Episode 7: The Edge of the Pit. Poster has been professionally cleaned and linen backed making for a pleasant presentation. In very good condition, with aforementioned restoration, previous intersecting folds, and some scattered light soiling. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

481. 28 Weeks Later. Screen

worn heavily blood-soaked costume, worn by an infected victim in the 2007 film 28 Weeks Later. Costume consists of a heavily soaked blood-stained short sleeve dress shirt by Cedarwood, with massive staining to the front; a stained Bhs zip-up jacket; and stained green canvas pants. In fine condition, with expected distress and rigidity to shirt. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Your favorite creeps together again!”

485. The Comedy of Terrors. Fantastic original color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1964 classic film The Comedy of Terrors starring Boris Karloff, Vincent Price, Basil Rathbone, and Peter Lorre, NSS no. 64/32. Poster features vivid colorful images of all the stars. In fine condition, with light central horizontal and vertical folds and a couple of edge dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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486. Blood and Black Lace. Risque original color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster from the American release of the 1965 film Blood and Black lace, starring Cameron Mitchell and Eva Bartok, NSS no. 65/129, with the poster guaranteeing “The 8 greatest shocks ever filmed!.” In fine condition, with scattered creases and slight edge wear. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

489. The Day of the Triffids. Intense original color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1962 film The Day of the Triffids, starring Howard Keel and Nicole Maurey, NSS no. 62/359. Poster features a great image of a giant Triffid with a blonde wrapped in its vines. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a couple trivial creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

487. The Curse of the Fly. Original color 28 x

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22 half-sheet poster for the 1965 double feature The Curse of the Fly and Devils of Darkness, NSS no. 65/153 and 65/154, featuring teaser images of both films. In fine condition, with some scattered light edge wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

488. The Curse of the Werewolf. Original

gripping color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1961 film The Curse of the Werewolf, starring Clifford Evans and Oliver Reed, NSS no. 61/133. Poster features great images of the werewolf and women in peril. In fine condition, with staple holes and creases to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A half-sheet poster for the 1957 monster film The Giant Claw, starring Jeff Morrow and Mara Corday, NSS no. 57/230. Poster features an image of the giant bird battling Navy fighters above the ocean. Intersecting folds, staple holes to borders, and some light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

491. The Headless Ghost. Original color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1959 film The Headless Ghost starring Richard Lyon and Liliane Sottane, NSS no. 59/159. Poster features a large image of an angry ghost preparing to throw his head at teenagers fleeing a castle. In fine condition, with some light toning and creasing to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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492. The Horror of Party Beach. Original color

28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1964 film The Horror of Party Beach, NSS no. 64/113, paired with The Curse of the Living Corpse, with a printed “Fright Release,” at the top absolving the “management of this theatre of all responsibility for death by fright.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and some light edge wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

493. I Was a Teenage Werewolf. Original

color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1957 horror film I Was A Teenage Werewolf, starring Michael Landon and Yvonne Lime NSS no. 57/377. Poster features a creepy image of the werewolf menacing a young woman. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, scattered creases, a staple hole to each corner and a few repaired edge tears. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

494. King Kong vs. Godzilla. Original colorful

28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1962 classic monster film King Kong vs. Godzilla, NSS no. 63/215. Poster features a great image of the two monsters battling and wreaking havoc. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a bit of light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

495. The Horror Chamber of Dr. Faustus and The Manster. Original color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1962 double feature The Horror Chamber of Dr. Faustus and The Manster, NSS no. 62/140 and 62/141, featuring a great image of the Manster. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

496. Shock Corridor. Original color 28 x 22 halfsheet movie poster for the 1963 film Shock Corridor starring Peter Breck and Constance Towers, NSS no. 63/248. Poster promotes various adult-themed scenarios from the film. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, a few edge tears, and some light creasing. Rolled. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 497. The Thing That Couldn’t Die. Original

color 28 x 22 half-sheet poster for the 1958 horror film The Thing That Wouldn’t Die, starring William Reynolds and Andra Martin, NSS no. 58/196. Poster features an unusual image of a ghost holding its head in its hand. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a few light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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41 one sheet movie poster for the 1954 film Killers From Space, starring Peter Graves and Barbara Bestar, SS no. 54/76, featuring an ominous image of the earth being destroyed. Intersecting storage folds, a couple of small fold separations, and a repaired tear to top left corner, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

501. Th e C r aw l i n g Eye. Two original

color 14 x 11 lobby cards from the 1958 film The Crawling Eye, numbers 4 and 8, each depicting an action scene from the film. Surface marks to one card and staple holes to edges of the other, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

499. Eraserhead. Original one sheet 1980 Spanish movie poster for David Lynch’s film Eraserhead, starring Jack Nance, Charlotte Stewart, Allen Joseph, and Jeanne Bates. In fine condition, with expected storage folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

500. The Shining. Original and uncommon color 40

x 30 British quad poster for the 1980 Stanley Kubrick classic The Shining, starring Jack Nicholson and Shelly Duvall. In fine condition, with intersecting storage folds and some scattered light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare original press kit for the 1934 cult classic The Return of Chandu starring Bela Lugosi. Colorful poster-like folder measures 12.5 x 18.5 and opens at the center to reveal two booklets for publicity and advertising including newspaper ads, lobby displays, and exploitation materials. In very good condition, with string missing from front cover, partial separations to cover hinges, and some partial separations to pages in booklets. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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503. The Man in Half Moon Street. Five origi-

nal color 14 x 11 lobby cards for the 1944 film The Man in Half Moon Street, starring Nils Asther and Helen Walker. Cards included are 3, 4, 5, 7, and 8. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

504. The Boy with Green Hair. Com-

plete set of eight original color 14 x 11 lobby cards for the 1948 film The Boy With Green hair, starring Pat O’Brien and a young Dean Stockwell. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

505. Trog. Complete set of eight color 14 x 11 lobby cards for the 1970 film Trog, starring Joan Crawford. Each card is machine cancelled “Visa Censure Quebec.” Scattered bends, creases, and edge dings, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

509. Bela Lugosi. Original vintage matte-finish 11.75

x 9.25 Dua Films publicity photo for the 1921 silent film John Hopkins III. Photo originates from Lugosi’s personal collection and was later given to Alex Gordon. In fine condition, with light creases to top right corner. Photo bears none of the censorship stamps seen on photos of the time period. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

510. Bela Lug os i. Original

vintage color-tinted glossy 8 x 10 photo of Lugosi as Dr. Zabor in the 1952 film Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla. Clipped corner tips, spot of toning along top edge, and a few light creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

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Unimposing gentle portrait of Lugosi given to his agent 511. Be la Lugosi. Wonderful

vintage oversized 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Lugosi, bathed in soft light, resting his head against a chair. Photo is stamped on the reverse, “Bela Lugosi featured in Universal Pictures.” Photo was taken in the early 1930s, with photographer’s signature in red pencil in the lower right corner, and a Don Marlowe Agency stamp on the reverse. Photo was originally owned by Lugosi and given to Marlowe to promote his career. In fine condition, with some scattered light horizontal ripples and light edge curling. A magnificent portrait of the horror star as he attempts to break his typecast as a horror-only actor. Lugosi lost out on several roles to the likes of Lionel Barrymore (Rasputin and the Empress) and Basil Rathbone (Tovarich). RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

512. Bela Lugosi. Original vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 headand-shoulders photo of Lugosi in an overcoat and Fedora, a cigar in his right hand, from his personal collection. This was one of the photos he would sign and send out to fans. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

514. Young Frankenstei n. Brad-bound copy

of the fourth draft of Young Frankenstein. Script measures 8.5 x 11, is 134 pages long, and dated on the title page February 7, 1974. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

515. You ng Fran kenstein. Original 1974 pressbook

for Young Frankenstein. Pressbook measures 8.5 x 14, is 16 pages long, and filled with various options for posters and advertisements, a synopsis of the film, publicity articles, and two pages headed “Exploitation,” full of different marketing ideas and promotions. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

516. Yo u n g Fran kenstei n. Complete

set of eight color 14 x 11 lobby cards for the 1974 comedy classic Young Frankenstein, starring Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, and Marty Feldman, and directed by Mel Brooks. In fine, bright condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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513. Bela Lugosi. Origi-

nal vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 head-and-shoulders photo of Lugosi from his personal collection. This was one of the photos he would sign and send out to fans. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

mon original 1992 Miss Shock bust model by Monstrology Models. Sculpted in the early 1990s by owner Jon Wang, this was one of his first releases. Unpainted 1:6 scale resin model measures approximately 5.5˝ tall and comes in its original box. In very fine condition. Model was based on Kathy Burns, the wife of noted Hollywood ‘apeman,’ Bob Burns. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vintage Costumes & Props From Welles’s portrayal of Bronte’s Edward Rochester 520. Jane Eyre: Orson Welles. Welles’s screen-worn costume from his role as Edward Rochester in the 1944 film Jane Eyre, created by Oscar-nominated costume designer Rene Hubert. Costume consists of a blue wool frock coat with black velvet collar, navy blue wool pinstriped pants, and a cream-colored dress shirt with frilled front placket. All have Western Costume Company labels sewn inside, with jacket tag labeled “Orson Welles” in an unknown hand, and pants and shirt tags labeled “O. Welles.” Pants and shirt also bear Western Costume Company stamps inside. In overall fine condition, with some soiling to the shirt. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2000; Guernsey’s, 2008; Butterfield & Butterfield. RR Auction COA.… (MB $300)

522. Night and Day: Jan e Wyman. Wyman’s

521. Lady Killer: James Cagney. Cagney’s screen-

worn suit from his role as Dan Quigley in the 1933 film Lady Killer. Suit consists of a stunning purple velvet jacket with long coat tails and light peach satin trousers. Both have restitched integral United Costumers tags labeled “James Cagney” in an unknown hand; coat also bears a bold Warner Bros. stamp above the tag. Some scattered discoloration and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

screen-worn gown from the 1946 film Night and Day. Light blue and off-white sleeveless chiffon dress is accented on the front by rhinestones. Inside of the zippers each bear a Warner Bros Pictures Inc. label, as well as a modern Warner Bros barcode label. In very good condition, with uniform toning to white material, a couple of trivial holes, and expected wear. Accompanied by a photo from the film of Wyman in the gown. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Incredible screen-worn Misfits jacket, with impressive photographic evidence of Gable wearing it on set with its recipient—his driver during filming 523. The Misfits: Clark Gable. Gable’s screen-

worn jacket from The Misfits. Beige western-style jacket has six metal buttons on the front, two breast pockets, and bears a Lee Westerner manufacturer’s label, is 100% cotton, and is a size 46 Regular. Accompanied by a photo of Gable on the set in the jacket posing with the recipient of the jacket. Also accompanied by a matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Gable from The Misfits, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Charles [Coffman] & Evelyn, Best wishes always, Clark.” In fine condition, with a bit of expected light wear and soiling to jacket. In the film, Gable played the role of Gay Langland, a wayward cowboy who falls for Marilyn Monroe, an attractive divorcee. The Misfits, shot on location in the Nevada desert flats, has the distinction of being Gable’s final film, as well as the final film

completed before Marilyn Monroe’s death in 1962. It has been conjectured that the stress brought about by Monroe’s difficulty on set contributed to the heart attack Gable suffered days after filming ended. This jacket was originally presented to Gable’s driver during filming, Charles Coffman, and is attested to by the presence of the photograph signed and inscribed to him, as well as the photograph of Gable wearing the jacket on set with Coffman. The usual studio labels are not present, as Gable actually purchased the jacket directly from a store in town, a special occurrence that is fondly remembered by its residents. A most desirable relic from a film many critics, as well as Gable himself, agree to be the actor’s finest work. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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McQueen’s Navy pants from The Sand Pebbles 524. Th e San d Pebbles: Steve McQueen. McQueen’s screen worn off-white

‘Navy-style’ canvas pants worn in the 1966 film The Sand Pebbles in his role as Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Jake Holman. Pants feature a lace-up front with a Western Costume Company label sewn into the inside of the waistband with McQueen’s name typed on the second line and “2401-1,” typed on the first line. Waistband also bears a Western Costume stamp on the waistband and is hand labeled “#22” in two other places in an unknown hand. In fine condition, with scattered light soiling. McQueen was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for the film, his only such nomination. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

525. Swa n e e R i v e r : Al Jolson. Jolson’s screen-worn

suit from his role as Edwin P. Christy in the 1939 film Swanee River. Suit consists of a brown wool jacket and matching pants, as well as a white silk bow tie. All have integral United Costumers tags, each labeled “Al Jolson” in an unknown hand. Material to jacket collar, cuffs, and sides of pants was added for a later film and could likely be removed to return costume to its original state. In overall fine condition, with scattered staining to waistband of pants, stitching to tag inside coat pocket coming loose, and fraying to added material inside of jacket collar. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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527. John Wayne: Big Ji m McLai n. Wayne’s

formal tuxedo jacket from the film Big Jim McLain. White double-breasted jacket has an Eddie Schmidt Inc. label sewn to inside pocket, with a second label sewn inside the pocket with, “John Wayne, 1/4/47,” written on the lines provided. In very good condition, with some minor dampstaining to inside of lining and scattered small holes, primarily to the sleeves. Accompanied by a photo of Wayne in the jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

528. John Wayne: Conqueror.

Wayne’s Genghis Khan costume from the 1956 film The Conqueror. Costume comprises of a pull-over short sleeve tunic, with a lace up front, fur lined cuffs, and color felt highlights around sleeves. Inside of tunic bears a Western Costume Co. label with “73-237-1, J. Wayne,” typed on the lines, with Wayne’s name crossed out with felt tip; and light brown pants with flared cuffs and a zip-up front, with two Western Costume Co. stamps to the inside of the waist as well as a Western Costume co. label sewn in with “73-9377-8, John Wayne,” typed on the lines. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of Wayne in the costume in the film. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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529. John Wayne: Conqueror. Wayne’s heavy and ornate production-

made coat from the 1956 film The Conqueror. Heavy long-sleeve cream-colored coat has an overall embroidered design on the outside, as well as areas of beaded highlights, and 12 hook-and-eyes closures. Inside of the collar has two Western Costume Co. labels sewn in, one with “No. 73-2841-1; John Wayne, Chest 46,” typed on the lines provided. In fine condition, with a few small separations around top label. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

530. Joh n Wayn e: Trou ble Along the Way. Wayne’s two-piece

navy blue suit from Trouble Along the Way. Single breasted jacket has an Eddie Schmidt label sewn on the lining below the pocket, and another label sewn inside the pocket with “John Wayne, 7-25-52,” written on the lines. Matching pants have a Western Costume Company stamp to the inside of the waist, as well as a sewn in Eddie Schmidt label with, “John Wayne 9-27-51,” written on the lines. In fine condition, with a few small tears to the jacket’s lining. Accompanied by a photo of Wayne wearing the suit in the film. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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531. That H a m i lto n Wo man: L au r e n c e Olivier.

Olivier’s creamcolored shirt and light brown vest from the 1941 film That Hamilton Woman. Both have integral United Costumers tags, with the shirt labeled “L. Olivier” and the vest labeled “Laurence Olivier” in an unknown hand. In overall fine condition, with light scattered staining and soiling to the shirt, and an ink mark to the vest. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The kung fu master’s plush fur-lined jacket 532. Bruce lee. Lee’s navy blue, fur-lined Chinese-styled jacket created for him to wear in a movie he was planning to make after Enter the Dragon, which he wore to a pre-pre-production photo session in order to test. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from his brother, Robert Lee, in part: “I have kept this jacket among his personal items that I received after his death in 1973. This is a very special relic related to my brother.” An exceptional item that would have been used in a film had Lee’s life not tragically been cut short. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Custom-tailored suit from Mr. Ricco worn by ‘The King of Cool’ 533. Mr. Ricco: Dean Martin. Martin‘s screen-worn suit and shirt

from the 1975 film Mr. Ricco. Two piece brown suit with pale stripes. Both the pants and jacket have sewn in labels with typed information on both reading, “Mr. Dean Martin 4.18.74—No. 3146,” with “MGM,” written in red felt tip on the jacket’s label. Jacket also bears a second label sewn on to the inside breast pocket and is embroidered, “Custom tailored for Mr. Dean Martin by Joe Kleinbardt.” Long-sleeve beige shirt has a button-down collar and a sewn on label “Custom made by Anton,” with a smaller label sewn underneath “Dean Martin.” Also included is a color 10 x 8 cardstock MGM promotional photo from the film, signed in black felt tip, “Good luck—Dean Martin 86.” Accompanied by eight original lobby cards for the film, a couple featuring Martin in the suit and a glossy 10 x 8 publicity photo from the film, again featuring Martin in the suit. In fine condition. A great, well-documented costume from Martin’s last leading film role. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

535. Plan et of the Apes. Complete

534. Planet of the Apes. Screen-

worn chimp costume from the 1972 sci-fi film Conquest of the Planet of the Apes. Suit is a single one-piece jumpsuit composed of dark green wool. In fine condition. Originally obtained from the Western Costume Company. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

screen-worn gorilla guard uniform, worn in the background of one of the later Planet of the Apes films. Uniform consists of purple drawstring pants, with remnants of a Western Costume Company stamp on the inside of the waistband; purple long sleeve button-up shirt; striped leather vest with front Velcro closure, with a Western Costume Company label sewn to the inside; and two matching leather and cloth green and purple gloves. In fine condition, with expected light wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Moses’s Ten Commandments sash

538. Ten Commandments. Pair of two screen-used

brass bracelets and a baton from the 1956 film The Ten Commandments. Bracelets measure 3.25˝ inches in diameter and molded plastic baton is 17.5˝ long. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

536. Ten Commandm ents: Charlton H eston. Screen-worn

sash worn by Charlton Heston in the 1956 classic film The Ten Commandments. Red and dark green striped sash is made of woven cotton and measures 61˝ long and 5.75˝ wide. This sash can be seen in many scenes as part of Heston’s costume after his return to Egypt to lead the Hebrews from bondage, worn over his red robe and underneath his signature cloak, as well as featured in many promotional photos and posters. At some point after filming, the sash was trimmed for further use in additional movies. In fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

537. Ten Commandments. Elaborate screen-

540. Ten Commandments. Two orange and blue beaded necklaces of different styles from the 1956 film The Ten Commandments. In overall fine condition. The classic film was nominated for a myriad of Oscars, winning for Best Effects. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

worn headdress from the 1956 film The Ten Commandments, consisting of an ornate plume of iridescent feathers with a shell and bone beaded crown. In fine condition. This headdress was worn by one of the Ethiopian attendants during the tribute presentation to Sethi. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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539. Ten Commandments. Three similar red, blue, black, and yellow beaded necklaces from the 1956 classic epic The Ten Commandments. One is trimmed with gold ribbon. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

541 . Andy Warhol. A pair

of Warhol’s personally-owned and -worn jeans. Black cotton jeans bear an Armani tag on the back pocket. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s. RR Auction COA.… (MB $300)

Original complete Playboy Bunny costume 542. Playboy. Highly uncommon and seldom-offered, original unused Playboy bunny costume, unsewn, ready to be fitted to a Playboy bunny. Neon lime green in color, the costume is complete with an unfitted bodice, two white cuffs, white collar with black bow tie, white fluffy tail, and matching lime ‘bunny’ ears. When the bunny was selected, the outfit was then put on and custom-tailored so that the fit was always perfect and exact for each girl. In very fine condition. A scarce chance as these uniforms are rarely offered for sale, since most were returned to Playboy after the clubs closed, with rumors of many of the costumes having been shredded. A few Bunnies were presented their costumes upon the end of their tenure as a gift for years of service. This one was obtained from the seamstress who did all the fittings for the New York Playboy clubs, and had kept this as a remembrance. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Heston’s spectacularly rare screen-used rifle from the dramatic conclusion of the original Planet of the Apes 546. Planet of the Apes: Charlton Heston. Heston’s

screen-used rifle from the landmark 1968 sci-fi film Planet of the Apes. Rifle stock is 34˝ long and consists of two wooden pieces painted black, secured together by metal bands to which a black leather strap is attached. These originally housed an M1 carbine, which has been removed and replaced with cast plastic. In fine condition. This rifle played an important part in the conclusion of the film, as Taylor became engaged in a shootout with Dr. Zeus and his soldiers after leaving the archeological dig site. Taylor eventually gains the upper hand in the confrontation and makes his escape down the shoreline with Nova. The wooden Planet of the Apes guns are extremely rare as they broke easily when the internal M1 was fired; after the original, all subsequent Planet of the Apes films used aluminum rifles to rectify this problem. Used by Heston in his iconic role as George Taylor, this is one of the most important sci-fi rifles to ever grace the silver screen. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Spectacular pairing of original chairs direct from Rick’s Cafe American 547. Casablanca Chairs. Two original bamboo and wicker chairs used as set decoration in Rick’s Cafe American in the 1942 classic film Casablanca. Bamboo framed chairs measure 17.5 x 35 x 16 and are wicker wrapped. One chair is stamped “Made in Belgium,” on the bottom and has handwritten production/inventory markings: “A 501-455,” “BS 7442,” “WH.” Second chair has handwritten markings which read “A 501-763,” and “BS 7632.” Both the chairs’ wicker seats have been replaced with painted wood panels. In overall very good condition, with some missing and loose wicker, primarily to the back rest, some loose nails, and expected age wear. Originally purchased over 30 years ago, when in 1982, Omega Cinema Props auctioned off its Hollywood artifact inventory, they have remained in the consignor’s steadfast care since that time. The chairs were featured in a 2009 Palm Springs episode of Antiques Roadshow: authenticity can be confirmed by the presence of the “Made in Belgium” and special handwritten production markings. Modeled after the Hotel El Minzah in Tangiers, Rick’s Cafe was the center point of the film—these very chairs were a part of such iconic scenes as Sam’s rendition of ‘As Time Goes By.’ An incredibly desirable and uncommon dual offering from one of the most iconic films of all time. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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554. James Bond: Aston Martin DB5. Original

Ministry of Transport test certificate, serial number BD 781604, one page, 6.25 x 7.75, issued on July 26, 1968. Document was issued to “Aston Martin Lagonda Limited” certifying that the “motor vehicle, of which the Registration Mark is BMT 216 A,” has passed examination, and lists the year of manufacture as 1963 and engine capacity as 3995 cc. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to reverse corners. The Aston Martin DB5 with registration mark of BMT 216A was the original ‘gadget’ car used in Goldfinger and Thunderball, after which it was returned to Aston Martin. The car was then stripped of its Bond equipment and sold as a regular DB5 to Gavin Keyzar in 1968; presumably, these tests by the Ministry of Transport were to ensure that the car remained road worthy after its multiple modifications. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

553. James Bond: Aston Martin DB5. Letter confirming the numbers on the DB5 used in Goldfinger, one page, 8.5 x 11, Eon Productions Ltd letterhead, January 27, 1971. In full: “The Aston Martin DB5 motor car (chassis number DP/216/1; engine number 400/P/4) is the car which was used in the production of the film ‘Goldfinger.’ The car’s registration mark was BMT 216A.” In fine condition, with tack holes to upper left and a small tear to right border. Accompanied by a sheet with further details about the specific car and a photocopied Declaration of Imported Motor Vehicle form. Eon Productions is the studio responsible for making 24 James Bond films. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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555. James Bond: Aston Martin DB5. Letter to Gavin Keyzar

confirming the re-registration of the DB5, one page, 8 x 10.25, Aston Martin Lagonda Limited letterhead, September 2, 1968. In part: “Following re-registration of the used Aston Martin Saloon (ex BMT 216A) which you recently purchased from our Company, I now have the pleasure in enclosing…documents for this car.” Signed at the conclusion by an Aston Martin distribution manager. In fine condition. The Aston Martin DB5 with registration mark of BMT 216A was the original ‘gadget’ car used in Goldfinger and Thunderball, after which it was returned to Aston Martin. The car was then stripped of its Bond equipment and sold as a regular DB5 to Gavin Keyzar. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

556. James Bond: Aston Martin DB5. Letter confirming the numbers on Bond’s DB5, one page, Aston Martin Owners Club Ltd. letterhead, March 7, 1970. In full: “The Aston Martin used by Pinewood Studios in the making of the film ‘Goldfinger’ was Chassis No. DB5/DP216/R and was Reg. No. BMT 216A. This car was restored to normal, reregistered 6633PP and is owned by A. M. O. C. Member G. H. N. Keyzar.” In fine condition, with slight show-through from mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

558. Charlie McCarthy. Original Charlie McCar-

557. Gentleman Jim. Three prop tickets of orange,

green and blue colors, all measuring 5 x 2.25, originally made for (but not utilized in) the production of Errol Flynn’s 1942 film Gentleman Jim, as the film did not cover this particular fight. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

thy composition ventriloquist doll by Effanbee. The 20˝ tuxedoed doll retains its monocle, has a replacement hat, but its original hat pin. The rubber band which operates the mouth does not work. Doll comes with the bottom of its original box which retains its original end label. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light crazing to face. Effenbee, a trade name of Fleischaker & Baum, dollmakers in New York, produced its first Charlie McCarthy doll in 1937, modelled after the dummy used by popular ventriloquist Edgar Bergen. The doll was a hit, and several different versions were made over four decades. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lou Bunin Collection Lou Bunin (1904–1994) was a prominent puppeteer, artist, and pioneer of stop-motion animation in the latter half of the 20th century. One of the most innovative animators of the 30s and 40s, he produced Bury the Axis (Paramount, 1943) a memorable propaganda short done in the early days of WWII, and the opening credits for The Ziegfeld Follies (MGM, 1946). His development of a uniquely wrapped wire armature and the perfection of his own rubber compound for the flexible skins and textures that conformed to each character’s use was a revolutionary contribution to his field. Bunin branched out on his own in 1948 in an effort to reproduce Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland using his unique puppets. Because of his cutting edge techniques, they would be no more than 10 inches tall, yet appear on screen as large or larger than Alice, a real-life actress. Upon hearing word of their similar endeavor, Disney sued Bunin, attempting to stop his film from reaching theaters afraid it would confuse movie-goers and potentially affect the success of his own version of the classic story. Though Disney lost the case, his smear campaign caused Bunin’s film to disappear quickly; it was not until the late 1970s that the film witnessed a resurgence on the college circuit. Following Alice, Bunin turned his attention to short films and TV commercials, including Brylcream hair treatment, Utica Club Beer, and Mike the Magicat. In 1989, Bunin catalogued all of his puppets used in previous productions, offering them in a small sale that year. The remainder were passed on to his daughters, who offer the pieces included in this sale. Bunin’s version of Alice in Wonderland still maintains a strong following. In 2009, the Museum of Modern Art preserved the film and added lost footage, extending its running time to 96 minutes. Following its well-received world premier there, Bunin’s Alice in Wonderland is now seen regularly at various film festivals around the world.

Exceptionally detailed piece from the stop-motion feature 562. Alice i n Wo n derland: Bi ll th e L i z a r d.

Bill the Lizard puppet from Alice in Wonderland, measuring 8˝ tall, constructed of a rubberized foam compound of Bunin’s own design wrapped over a wire armature. The detailed lizard is entirely hand-painted in dark green, and features a scaly texture sculpted into the body. He is also wearing a cloth vest. Includes its original Bunin ‘Punch Films’ tag. In fine condition, with slight cracking to the neck and hands. In the film, Bill is involved in the scene where Alice grows into a giant inside the White Rabbit’s house. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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563. Alice in Wonderland: Flamingo and Hedgehogs. Flamingo

puppet from Alice in Wonderland, measuring 9.5˝ tall, constructed of a hardened version of the rubberized foam compound of Bunin’s own design wrapped over a wire armature. The skinny flamingo is entirely hand-painted in pink and black. Also included are three hedgehog puppets from Alice in Wonderland, each approximately 3˝ long, constructed of a rubberized foam compound of Bunin’s own design wrapped over a wire armature. Each is posed differently and entirely hand-painted in gray. In overall very good to fine condition, with various light cracking, and one hedgehog covered in adhesive (likely from use during production). The flamingo was used as a croquet mallet, and the hedgehogs croquet balls, during the match at the Royal Court.RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

564. Alice in Wonderland: Duck. Duck puppet from Alice in

Wonderland, measuring 7˝ tall, constructed of a rubberized foam compound of Bunin’s own design wrapped over a wire armature. The detailed duck is entirely hand-painted in brown and green, and features feather textures sculpted into the body and wings. Includes its original Bunin ‘Punch Films’ tag. In fine condition, with some slight cracking to thin areas of the neck, legs, and feet. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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565. Doeskin Ti ss u es: M r. Sneezy Fantastic

and hilarious Mr. Sneezy puppet from a Doeskin Tissues commercial, measuring 8.5˝ tall, constructed of a rubberized foam compound of Bunin’s own design wrapped over a wire armature. The extremely detailed puppet is entirely hand-painted in a striped tuxedo, and features a carved opening for the mouth and swiveling head. His collar and bow tie are made of cloth and ribbon. In fine condition, with some slight cracking to arms and hands. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

566 . Alice in Wonderland: Color Set Designs. Four color ink and gouache set designs by Bernyce Polifka, on individual sheets, each approximately 8 x 6.5 and matted to an overall size of 13.5 x 11.5. Designs show the castle standing and destroyed, and two different woodland scenes. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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567. Alice in Wonderland: Alice. Four color

ink and gouache sketches of Alice, on a single off-white 7.25 x 12 sheet of artist’s cardstock. Two full-length sketches show Alice at normal size and stretching vertically, and two portraits show her from behind and in profile. Notations next to each sketch describe her movement in the scene. In fine condition, with a band of toning to left border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

568. Alice in Wonderland: Cheshire Cat.

Two color ink and gouache sketches of the Pigeon and the Cheshire Cat by Bernyce Polifka on a single off-white 7.25 x 12 sheet of artist’s cardstock. Both have notations below describing movement in the scene: for the Pigeon, “Faces this way, move wings,” and for the Cheshire Cat, “Disappears & appears in 3 parts, grin, head, body.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

569. Alice in Wonderland: Scenery . Ink

and pencil sketches of scenery by Bernyce Polifka on a single off-white 7.5 x 12 sheet of artist’s cardstock. Sketches show the woodland setting, kettle props, the interior of the Duchess’s house, and a table set for tea. Sketches are labeled at the bottom, “Scenery and Props for Act II,” and notations describe movement of scenery, in part: “Houses, trees, etc could slide in grove with, for instance, a small rope making it easier to change with light still on…The baby that becomes a pig rolls into woods and disappears.” A band of toning to the lower left corner and small tear to top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by two general sceneryrelated photos.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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pig on a single off-white 7.25 x 11.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock. The full-length sketches depict the grotesque transformation, with a movement description in the center, “Face in this direction. Neither have movements.” Some irregular blocks of toning to borders and creases and chipping to lower corners, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

571. Alice in Wonderland: Playing Cards.

Five production sketches by Art Babbit, two in color, for the playing card characters in Alice in Wonderland. Color sketches are ink and gouache on off-white 7.25 x 11.75 cardstock sheets, one depicting the King and Queen of Clubs and one depicting the three Card Gardeners of Spades. Other sketches are on off-white sheets ranging from 10.5 x 8.25 to 10.5 x 13.75, two in ink and one in pencil, the largest showing the King of Hearts, and others showing a Child of Hearts and a group of three card characters. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

572. Alice in Wonderland: Mad Hatter. Three production sketches: one color, by Bernyce Polifka, of the Mad Hatter in profile and looking to the left. Color sketch is ink and gouache on an off-white 10.25 x 13.75 cardstock sheet. Other sketches by Art Babbit are ink on off-white sheets, 8.25 x 10.5 and 10.5 x 13.5, one showing just the Mad Hatter’s head and the other a full-length portrait. In overall fine condition, with various scattered toning, and paper loss to lower border of one ink sketch. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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574. Alice in Wonderland: Character Studies. Four character studies, two color, on individual

off white sheets ranging in size from 9.75 x 6.75 to 10.5 x 13.5. Color sketches are ink and gouache on artist’s cardstock, and depict salmon and a rat. Others are an ink sketch of a fish soldier and pencil sketch of the White Rabbit. In overall fine condition, with various scattered stray marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

575. Alice in Wonderland: Cheshire Cat.

576. Alice in Wonderland: Caterpillar and Parrot. One vibrant color ink and gouache sketch of

577. Alice in Wonderland: Posters and Lobbycards. Collection of two identical 28 x 22 half-

the Caterpillar by Bernyce Polifka on an off-white 6.75 x 9.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock; one black ink sketch by Art Babbit of the Parrot on an off-white 7 x 11 sheet; and five sketches of the Parrot in various positions on a single off-white 13.75 x 16.75 sheet. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two terrific color ink and gouache sketches of the Cheshire Cat by Bernyce Polifka on a single off-white 16.75 x 11.5 sheet. Character designs show one regular version of the cat and one with stripes. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

sheet movie posters and three different original 14 x 11 lobby cards for Lou Bunin’s Alice in Wonderland, released in 1951. In overall fine condition, with central vertical folds to each poster and a chip to the bottom edge of one. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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578. Ziegfeld Follies: Eddie Cantor. Two

color ink and gouache sketches: one caricature sketch of Cantor in a tuxedo on a gray 8.5 x 12 sheet, matted to an overall size of 15 x 20; and one stunning full-length sketch of a Ziegfeld showgirl in a leggy dress on a brown 12 x 19 sheet. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a matte-finish 13 x 10 photo of a Ziegfeld puppet trio. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

580. Ziegfeld Follies: Ann Pennington.

Three color ink and gouache sketches: one caricature sketch of Pennington in a skimpy outfit on a gray 8.5 x 12 sheet, matted to an overall size of 15 x 20; and two gorgeous full-length sketches of Ziegfeld women in elaborate gowns on individual brown and maroon sheets, each approximately 12.5 x 20. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

579. Ziegfeld Follies: Bert Williams. Two

color ink and gouache sketches: one caricature sketch of Williams in a tux and top hat doing a card trick on a beige 8.5 x 12 sheet, matted to an overall size of 15 x 20; and one lovely full-length sketch of a Ziegfeld ballerina on a brown 13 x 17.5 sheet. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a great mattefinish 10 x 13 photo of Williams in puppet form. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

581. Ziegfeld Follies: Fanny Brice. Two ink and gouache sketches

on brown sheets, 12.5 x 19 and 19 x 12.5. One depicts two Native American maidens wearing traditional clothing, and the other shows Fanny Brice as a pigtailed maiden in similar garb with feathers in her hair. In overall fine condition.RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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582. Ziegfeld Follies: MGM Lion. Three color ink and gouache sketches on brown sheets, each 12.5 x 19 or 19 x 12.5. First sketch is a vibrant anthropomorphic caricature of the MGM lion; second is a lovely full-length image of a Ziegfeld dancer; and third depicts three Ziegfeld women in different outfits. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

584. Utica Club Beer Stein Puppets: Schultz and The Countess. Two original beer stein pup-

583. Ziegfeld Follies: Showgirls. Two color

ink and gouache sketches on individual brown and maroon sheets, 12.25 x 19 and 13 x 20, each depicting a Ziegfeld girl in a revealing translucent dress. In overall fine condition, with some paper loss to the left border of one. Accompanied by a matte-finish 9.25 x 6.5 photo of the Ziegfeld puppets, matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 13. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

pets of the Countess and Schultz characters from commercials run in the New York region for Utica Club Beer. Both are constructed of real beer steins painted with colorful floral designs with spring-loaded aluminum control rods attached to the base. The Countess stein measures 8˝ tall (23” including control rod), and the Schultz stein measures 10˝ tall (21.5˝ including control rod). The Countess remains fully functional, with its lid actuated for speaking parts by a lever at the bottom of the control rod. Schultz is non-functional, as the bottom of the actuation rod has broken off, but all internal wire components remain. Both include their original Bunin ‘Punch Films’ tags. In overall very good to fine condition, with cracking and crazing to finish on both mugs, and aforementioned non-function of the Schultz puppet. Accompanied by a pearl-finish 9 x 7.25 contact sheet photo of the puppets from the Brylcreem commercials, made famous for the jingle, ‘Brylcreem—A Little Dab’ll Do Ya!,’ matted to an overall size of 16.25 x 13.25. These important original screen-used puppets were part of Utica Club beer’s successful and awardwinning commercial campaign beginning in 1959. All in all, there were over 100 commercials made, with the puppets being voiced by Jonathan Winters—several are viewable on YouTube. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Awards & Personal Effects Sennett’s lifetime achievement award from Cine-Revue magazine 5 9 0 . M ack Sennett. Life-

time achievement award presented to Sennett by the Belgian film magazine Cine-Review. Gold plated award measures 1.5 x 3.25 and features a raised relief of a nude female holding a sun, originally done by Pierre de Soete, with Sennett’s name engraved on the reverse. Award is housed in its original red morocco leather presentation case. In fine condition, with scattered wear to case. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Academy pays its respects to Army Archerd 591. Ar my Archerd. APopular

Hollywood ‘Just for Variety’ columnist (1922–2009). Archerd had his own star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame—he was the original ‘Hollywood blogger,’ breaking several big stories of his time. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Commendation Medal. Gold-plated medal measures approximately 3˝ in diameter with a raised relief of an Oscar statue on one side, with the opposite side bearing an engraved presentation which reads, “To Army Archerd in appreciation for outstanding service and dedication in upholding the high standards of the Academy of Motion Picture and Arts and Sciences.” Medal is housed in its original wooden box. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Archerd’s wife Selma. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The AMPAS recognizes Archerd for his “deep understanding and broad know edge of the grateful industry which he serves with such distinction” 592. Army Archerd. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Certificate of Appreciation awarded to Army Archerd on July 28, 1978, for spending the past 20 years as being one of Hollywood’s premier “Ambassadors of Goodwill.” White, black, and gold laquered award measures 12 x 13.5 and was manufactured by Perma Plaque of Hollywood, California. Certificate reads, in part: “Through his broadcasts during the annual awards presentation ceremonies… he has been a vital force…the great reservoir of glamour and talent inherent in the motion picture industry. To this single function, Army Archerd has brought not only a great natural flair for showmanship but also a deep understanding and broad knowledge of the grateful industry which he serves with such distinction. For these exemplary efforts, Army Archerd has earned the highest commendation it is in our power to give.” Signed at the conclusion by the Academy’s president. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Archerd’s wife Selma. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

593. Ray Bolger. Bolger’s Opera-

tion Entertainment lapel pin. Engraved circular 14k gold medal measures .5˝ in diameter, with a relief star at the top and “Operation Entertainment” engraved in the center and stamped on the reverse “Las&s Co.” In fine condition. Bolger participated in USO shows in the Pacific during World War II as well as in a program called Operation Entertainment in 1955. Provenance: Ray Bolger Estate. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

597. Mack Sennett. Sennett’s un-

used personal checkbook, 6 x 3, from the Bank of America. Book has check numbers 1176–1200, with no deposit slips. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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594. Ray Bolger.

Sterling silver presentation box by Cartier, 5.75 x 4 x 1.5, presented to Bolger by actress Benay Venuta. Box is engraved on the cover, “To Ray, A real star, with grateful affection, Benay,” and dated along the bottom edge June 3, 1942. Bottom of the box is stamped “Sterling,” and “Cartier.” In fine condition, with scattered light surface wear and light tarnishing. Box was presented to Bolger on the opening night of the Rogers and Hart play By Jupiter at the Shubert Theatre. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

595. Paramount Studios. Interesting

cast plaque for Paramount’s Victory Drive 1934. Plaque measures 9.25˝ high with a relief of a winged female surrounded by stars, with “Paramount’s Victory Drive 1934,” in raised letters along the bottom. Plaque stands on an 8 x 2 wooden base. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Certificate from the Motion Picture Relief Fund awarded to actress Jane Murfin, 8 x 6, boldly signed at the conclusion by Hersholt as president of the fund. In full: “This is to express our appreciation and our gratitude for the unselfish service you contributed in behalf of your Motion Picture Relief Fund on the broadcast of December 17, 1939, over the Columbia Transcontinental Network from Hollywood, California.” The certificate is housed in a lovely presentation folder with Murfin’s name gilt-stamped on the cover. In fine condition, with some wear to folder’s spine. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

599. Screen Actors Guild. Unsigned program for

the second annual Screen Actor’s Guild Ball on November 28, 1934, 9.25 x 12.25, featuring various illustrations of actors and actresses inside. In very good condition, with moderate scattered marks and creases to covers; all pages remain crisp and clean. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

596. Mary Pickford. Lucite paperweight originally belonging to Pickford. Paperweight measures 3.25 x 3.25 with a small gold elephant set in the center, with “Salute to Republican Leadership, March 3, 1968,” printed along the bottom as well as facsimile signatures of Bob Wilson, Gerald Ford, Edmund Muskee, and George Murphy around the elephant. In fine condition. Provenance: Mary Pickford Estate. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage Production, Set & Costume Design Swanky watercolor set design from Who’s Been Sleeping In My Bed

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602. Who’s Been Sleeping in My Bed? Original

watercolor and pencil set design for an interior scene from the 1963 film Who’s Been Sleeping in My Bed?, on a 19 x 9.5 heavy stock sheet. Set shows an elegant office in a high rise building, and is signed in black ink by the artist Robert Ayres. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Original watercolor and paint set design for an interior set from the 1963 film Papa’s Delicate Condition on a 21 x 13 heavy stock sheet affixed to a 27 x 19.5 mount. Set shows the interior of a bedroom with a servant carrying luggage as a man and a woman enter the door, and is signed in black ink in the lower right corner by the artist, “Ayres.” Corner also bears a production stamp signed by Ayres and noted art director Arthur Lonergan. Mount is captioned in type, “’Papa’s Delicate Condition—Int. Amberlyn’s Room.” Mount also bears a Paramount Pictures Art Department stamp. In fine condition, with a few dings to mount. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

603. On the Double.

Original watercolor and pencil set design for an interior scene from the 1961 film On the Double on a 22 x 15 piece of heavy artist’s board. Set shows a very ritzy staircase and foyer and a man checking his pocket watch, and is signed in black ink by the artist Robert Ayres. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Detailed luxurious set design from Wives and Lovers 604. Wives an d Lovers. Original

watercolor and paint set design for an interior set from the 1963 film Wives and Lovers on a 25.5 x 10 board affixed to a 30 x 15.5 mount. Set shows the beautiful interior of a home with a woman sitting in a chair and a man pouring himself a drink, and is signed in white paint in the lower left corner by the artist. Mount is labelled in pencil, “‘First Wife’ Int. Connecticut Home.” In fine, bright condition, with some dings to mount. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Dazzling original set design of Buddy Love performing at a hopping nightclub

606. N utty P r o f e ss o r .

Bustling original watercolor set design for the 1963 film The Nutty Professor on a 29 x 9.5 heavy stock sheet affixed to a 32 x 13 mount. Set shows the interior of a bustling night club with Jerry Lewis’s alter-ego Buddy Love performing with a band, people dancing, and couples mingling and is signed in black ink in the lower right corner by the artist, Robert Ayres, last name only. Corner also bears a production stamp signed by Ayres and Academy Award-winning art director William Tyler. Mount is captioned in an unknown hand “Paramount Pictures.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

607. The Maste r of Ballantrae. Prelim-

inary title art design for the 1953 film The Master of Ballantrae reflecting the original working title, “The Sea Rogue,” pencil and gouache on artist’s cardstock, 9.5 x 6.5, featuring the title text set against a parchment background and decorated with a sword at the bottom. In fine condition. The film was a loose adaptation of a Robert Louis Stevenson novel and starred Errol Flynn and Roger Livesey. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

610. Edith Head: Actresses. Three original

unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketches of actresses for various films on individual off-white sheets, two 11 x 15 and one 12 x 17.5. Each sketch is full-length, one notated in Head’s hand “Patsy,” with other pencil notations in an unknown hand identifying each actress: Pat Crowley, Jean Willes, and Nickie Lawrence. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

608. Incredible Mr. Limpet. Five original storyboard panels from the 1964 film The Incredible Mr. Limpet. Each panel measures 7 x 5.5, with the first having a color image of Limpet swimming. The next four show an underwater sequence with one panel showing a dark image of Limpet swimming, one of a desolate underwater landscape, and two showing a passing submarine. The four panels in the sequence all bear colored pencil animator’s notations in the top border. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite Head costume design of Hepburn for Roman Holiday 609. Edith Head: Roman Holiday. Bold and visually

striking original pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Audrey Hepburn in her role as Princess Ann in Roman Holiday on a 13.75 x 16.75 sheet of sketch paper. The full-length sketch shows Hepburn’s character in a brilliant red dress and shoes and white blouse and is signed in artist’s pencil at the lower right corner, “Edith Head,” and notated near the top, “Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday.” In fine condition. Hepburn would go on to win the Academy Award for Best Actress for the film, with Head garnering Best Costume Design. The combination of the subject and its winning of two Academy Awards elevate this offering from a costume design to a visually striking work of art. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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612. Edith Head: A House Is Not a Home.

Original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Shelley Winters for her role in A House Is Not a Home on an off-white 11 x 14 sheet. The full-length sketch shows Winters in a white blouse, white gloves, and a purple dress. In fine condition. Head was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design for the film. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

613. Edith Head: A New Kind of Love. Original

pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Joanne Woodward in a white top and beige skirt for her role in A New Kind of Love an off-white 12.75 x 17 sheet. The full-length sketch is signed in artist’s pencil at the top, “Edith.” Head has also notated the sketch, “Woodward Test for Paris fashion 3, still wears glasses.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

615. Edith Head: Airport. Original pencil, felt tip and colored pencil fashion sketch of part of Head’s Airport inspired clothing line on an off-white 14.5 x 19.5 piece of artist’s board. The full-length sketch is signed in dark artist’s pencil at the lower right corner in black felt tip, “Edith Head,” who has added “The ‘Airport Collection,’” in the upper right. Head designed a line of “Airport” inspired clothing for the Hystron Fiber Company utilizing their Trivera polyester fabric. Named the Airport Look collection, the line was launched with a fashion show in January 1970. The line was not a success and was quietly withdrawn. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

616. Edith Head: Julie Andrews. Original pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Julie Andrews in a gray top and black pants for one of her roles on an off-white 11 x 15 sheet. The full-length sketch is signed in dark artist’s pencil at the lower right corner, “Edith, check for approval.” Head has also heavily notated the sketch including “Julie Andrews, double check, Thomason character for Tony’s approval.” and “Joan #5 Remake.” In fine condition, with a few light brushes to pencil notations. This costume design was likely done for The Lucy Show. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 617. Edith Head: Ann-Margret. Original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume design of Ann-Margret in a light pink dress on an 18 x 23 off-white sheet. Sketch is notated in the upper right in an unknown hand, “For Ann Margret #2.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 618. Edith Head: Beau James. Original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Vera Miles for her role as Betty Compton in Beau James on an off-white 10.5 x 14.5 sheet. The full-length sketch shows Miles in a two-piece beige outfit highlighted by fox fur on the sleeves. Sketch is notated in pencil in an unknown hand, “#9 Vera Miles, Betty Compton.” In fine condition, with some light edge and corner creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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619. Edith Head: Diana Ross. Original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Diana Ross in a flowing purple and red outfit, presumably for a performance on the Dean Martin Show, on an off-white 11 x 14.5 sheet. A portion of the costume labeled “Satin” in an unknown hand, and a ballpoint notation to the upper right reads, in part: “Diana Ross, Lady is a Tramp Costume.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 620. Edith Head: Love with the Proper Stranger. Original unsigned pencil and watercolor cos-

tume sketches of Natalie Wood for her role in Love with the Proper Stranger on an off-white 12 x 16 sheet. The full-length sketches show Wood in similar tops and pants. Sketch is notated in pencil in an unknown hand, “Natalie’s 3 steps to pregnancy,” with notations to modify the costumes as needed and “Scene in Macy’s as she doesn’t get recognized.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

621. Edith Head: Lucy Gallant. Two different

original pencil and watercolor costume sketches of Jane Wyman in different gray gowns for her role as Lucy Gallant on an offwhite 12.5 x 16.75 sheet. The full-length sketch is signed in artist’s pencil at the lower right corner, “Edith Head.” Head has also notated the sketch “Jane Wyman in Lucy Gallant.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

622. Edith Head: Shirley MacLaine. Elegant

hand-notated original pencil and watercolor costume sketch of the back of Shirley MacLaine in a red ball gown and white gloves for one of her roles on an off-white 11 x 15 sheet. The full-length sketch is notated in dark artist’s pencil at the top by Head, “Shirley McClain [sic] 3 Entrance with Buddy.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $150)

623. Edith Head: Mary Tyler Moore. Original

unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Mary Tyler More for her appearance on CBS Salutes on an off-white 9 x 11.75 sheet. The full-length sketch shows Moore in a purple dress and coat and long white gloves. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

624. Edith Head: Thelma Ritter. Splendid hand-notated original pencil and watercolor costume sketch of Thelma Ritter in a low-cut white gown and gold belt for one of her roles on an off-white 12 x 16.5 sheet. The full-length sketch is notated in dark artist’s pencil along the right side by Head, “#3? Please net on back. Thelma Ritter. Final? Recreational? Thanks.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Two original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketches of Ann Sothern on individual off-white 12 x 17 sheets. Sketches show Sothern in two variations of a blue fringed dress, with notations in an unknown hand to both. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

627. E dith H ead: Th e Lucy Show.

Three original unsigned pencil and watercolor costume sketches of various actresses for The Lucy Show on individual off-white sheets, two 12 x 17.5 and one 11 x 15. Each sketch is full-length with one sketch having a 3 x 4 fabric swatch stapled to the top. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

6 2 9 . S u sa n Hayward: I’ll Cry To m o rrow. Original color

costume art sketch on a 14.5 x 21.75 piece of artist’s board, done by Academy Award–winning designer Helen Rose for Hayward’s Academy Award–nominated role as Lillian Roth in I’ll Cry Tomorrow. Full-length gouache image depicts Hayward’s character in silver floral pattern pajamas. Initialed in pencil in the lower left corner by director Daniel Mann and producer Lawrence Weingarten. Nicely double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 28. In fine condition, with production notations to top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

630. Joan Colli ns.

Original ink and watercolor costume sketch of Joan Collins’s character Evelyn Nesbit in a gray dress, cape and muff on a beige 13 x 20 sheet. The full-length sketch is signed in dark artist’s pencil at the lower right corner by the film’s wardrobe director Charles LeMaire. Design also has several pencil notations and a taped caption affixed to top left corner. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Outrageously beautiful oversized design for the ‘First Lady of the American Screen’ 628. Bette Davi s: Dead Ringer. Striking

original costume illustration, watercolor and gouache on a peach-colored 12.75 x 18.5 sheet, signed and inscribed in pencil, “Bette Davis as ‘Margaret,’ ‘Dead Ringer,’ Warner Bros., 1964, Int. Mansion Bedroom, Donfeld.” Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 30. Accompanied by a TLS of authenticity from Donfeld explaining the origin of the item. In fine, bright condition. Donfeld was an Academy Award–nominated designer who designed the costumes for such classics as Days of Wine and Roses; They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?; and Prizzi’s Honor. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Three different original color costume sketches from Ben-Hur. Each sketch is on an off-white 11.5 x 18.25 sheet and shows a full-length female figure in costume. One sketch reads, “Roman Woman,” with measurements and notations, the second reads, “Patrician Wives,” also with notes and measurements, and the third has no notations, but another small female figure in the lower right corner. All are beautifully double-matted to an overall size of 16 x 24. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Iconic 1960s Nudie’s Lone Ranger costume 634. Lone Ranger: Clayton Moore.

Complete Lone Ranger costume worn by Moore during personal appearances in the 1960s. Costume consists of: a light blue wool western-style long-sleeve pullover shirt with a lace-up V neck, an 11˝ zipper to left side, with a Velcro crotch strap. Shirt bears a “Nudie’s Rodeo Tailors, North Hollywood, Calif.,” maker’s label; a matching pair of light blue wool pants, with a zipper front, tapered legs, and white stirrups, with a Nudie’s label sewn into waistband; a red polyester western-style necktie, 45˝ long, with a “Western Neckwear by Ray Smoot, Los Angeles, California,” maker’s label sewn inside; an off-white Stetson cowboy hat, made of beaver hide, size 6 5/8, with a black leather chinstrap and is stamped in gold in the inner rim, “Nudie’s Rodeo Tailors, North Hollywood, California,” and “John B. Stetson Company, 4 X Beaver.”; a pair of black leather cowboy boots, each bearing a Nudie’s tag sewn inside; and a beautiful Edward Bohlin silver-mounted Buscadero western double-gun rig. Made of black leather, this two-gun Buscadero rig was designed and made by famed Hollywood celebrity silversmith Edward H. Bohlin. The belt is nicely hand tooled with floral scrolls and heavily adorned with mounted sterling silver spots, with each holster having an attractive decorative sterling silver buckle ensemble. The heavy front buckle and keeper is marked on the reverse, “Bohlin made, Burbank, California.” The belt features 33 cartridge loops, each holding a specially designed souvenir ‘silver’ cartridge, made of aluminum. Also included to complete the costume is a pair of black gloves and black mask, which are not original to the costume. A hand-tooled tan leather single holster buscadero rig is also included, but not part of the original costume. In fine condition, with expected light wear and soiling from wear and use. After the Lone Ranger went off the air in 1957, and after the release of a second film, Moore chose to forego other roles, instead making personal appearances for over 40 years as the Lone Ranger, including in this very costume. An unbelievable piece of western and Hollywood memorabilia of one of the most beloved and recognizable television and pop culture figures ever. Provenance: Clayton Moore Estate, Butterfields, 2001. RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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Custom-made Colt revolvers presented to The Lone Ranger 635. Lon e Rang er: Clayton Moor e. A

pair of presentation Colt Single Action Army revolvers presented to Clayton Moore. The nickelplated guns, serial numbers LR1 and LR2, .45 Long Colt, have 4.75˝ barrels, no front sights, and ivory grips. Each backstrap is factory engraved in block letters, “Clayton Moore, The Lone Ranger.” In fine, and apparently unused, condition. Accompanied by a 2002 Colt Factory letter stating the guns were shipped to Houston, Texas, on October 16, 1987. Provenance: Clayton Moore Estate, Butterfields, 2001. A oneof-a-kind presentation with fantastic association to a legend of western cinema. These transfer as modern firearms. RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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Remington New Model Army Conversion revolver presented to Clayton Moore by James V. Dearing. Remington Model 1858 Army, serial no. 55973 (overstamped 100), .44 cal., 8˝ octagonal barrel. Revolver has a brass triggerguard and wooden grips. Gun is housed in a presentation wooden case with an engraved escutcheon plate on the cover reading, “Presented to Clayton Moore by James V. Dearing, August 29, 1981.” Also accompanied by two letters from Dearing to Moore, one describing the particulars of the revolver. In very good to fine condition, with all the metal having been cleaned and now a pleasing gray patina with some scattered light pitting. Provenance: Clayton Moore Estate, Butterfields, 2001. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

637. Lon e Rang e r: Clayton Moore. Silver

aluminum .45 caliber hollow toy bullet, 1.5˝ in length, with “Lone Ranger 45,” stamped to the bottom. In fine condition. Bullets such as these were given out by Moore during personal appearances and are now quite uncommon. Provenance: Clayton Moore Estate, Butterfields, 2001. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

638. Lone Ranger: Clayton Moore. Sculpture of the Lone Ranger atop Silver, hand-painted over bronze, approximately 20˝ tall and weighing a bit over 28 pounds. Sculpture shows Silver rearing back on his hind legs with the Ranger touching the front of his hat. Sculpture is set on a four-inch round marble base with a gold plaque which reads, “Clayton Moore, The Lone Ranger by Arch Bacon.” Impressed into the ground area is “Arch Bacon, 2/20 © 1989.” In fine condition, with expert repairs at rear legs just above hoofs and a bit of scattered mild paint loss. Provenance: Clayton Moore Estate, Butterfields, 2001. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“To Bill, The World’s ‘Joggiest’ Stunt Man & double”

tip signature, “Clayton Moore, Lone Ranger,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.25 card. Nicely doublematted and framed with a photo and name plaque to an overall size of 20.25 x 16.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

641. Bonanza: Dan Blocker.

Actor (1928–1972) best known for the role of ‘Hoss’ Cartwright on the popular television series Bonanza. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint “To Bill, The World’s ‘Joggiest’ Stunt Man & double— thanks for everything Bill—Dan Blocker.” Quadruple-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Bill Clark was hired as the stunt double for Blocker and Lorne Greene starting in 1959 and stayed with the show for 14 years. Besides being a stuntman, he served as an extra on the set appearing in the background of many episodes. Blocker is scarce in signed photos, particularly in character as ‘Hoss,’ with this portrait having the distinction of having a superb Bonanza connection. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

640. Dale Robertson. Robertson’s Colt Single

Action Army revolver, serial no. 164326, with numbers matching on the frame and backstrap, .45 Colt cal, 4˝ barrel. Barrel is also stamped “RSW,” with an 1875 patent stamp on frame, and has replacement Colt stag grips. Gun is mechanically sound and tight. Revolver comes with a nice leather holster which is signed in black felt tip by Robertson. In fine condition, with some scattered light pitting. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Samatha’s set chair leather seat back

643. Bewitched. Elizabeth Montgomery’s leather chair back from the 1971 season of Bewitched. Hand-tooled leather chair back measures 22 x 6.75, with “Samantha,” in raised letters on the front and a floral pattern on the reverse. Accompanied by an original 14 karat gold Bewitched crew charm, with the familiar show logo engraved on one side and “Uncle George,” on the reverse. Expected light wear, and some mild crazing and slight surface loss along bottom, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a photo of Montgomery sitting in her set chair, with a similar chair back partilally visible. Provenance: Profiles In History. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

642. Bewitched: Ag n e s M oo r eh ead. Screen-worn

purple dress worn by Moorehead in her role as Endora on the television series Bewitched. Fulllength purple poly-blend dress features zip up front is covered in light purple chiffon. Inside of the front of the dress bears a Screen Gems tag with Moorehead’s name written on it (spelled “Agnes Morehe,” due to space constraints). Some scattered light wear and soiling from use, otherwise in fine condition. A lovely example from a beloved television show and arguably Moorehead’s most famous role. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

644. Bew i tch e d.

Collection of seven photos from Bewitched: three glossy 7 x 5 photos of prop master George Ballarino adding or removing a prop during a freeze frame segment; a color 4.5 x 3.5 candid of Ballarino standing outside of the Bewitched house facade on the Columbia back lot; two different 10 x 8 cast and crew photos, one with Dick Sargent celebrating Montgomery’s birthday in 1969, and one of the cast with Dick York; and a glossy 7 x 9 publicity photo of Montgomery. In overall fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Bob Mackie-designed Cher costume

Landon rewards a MADD fund-raiser winner with a day on the Highway to Heaven set

646. Highway to Heaven: Michael Landon. 645. Cher. Screen-worn

Bob Mackie designed custom satin dress worn by Cher on television in the mid-1970s. Black and white polka dot dress features large puffed shoulders, a zip-up back, an oversize black satin bow on the back, and an empire waist. Inside of zipper is labeled, “CB EC-2.” This dress was worn by Cher during either The Sonny and Cher Show or her own show, Cher. In fine condition, with uniform light soiling to bottom portion of dress. Accompanied by a photo of Cher in the costume. Provenance: Julien’s 2006. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

A signed photo, letter, and jacket relating to a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Skate-A-Thon held in 1985. The TLS, signed by Landon, to the Lancaster, California, M.A.D.D. chapter reads, in part: “It gives me great pleasure to convey my support and my regards to those participating in the M. A. D. D.…Skate-A-Thon… on Saturday, April 20…While I will not be able to attend this worthwhile function, I nevertheless wholly support this fund-raiser… As an added gesture of support, I happily invite the Grand Prize winner…to spend a day on the set of Highway To Heaven when we resume production.”; a glossy 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders of Landon, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Michael Landon”; and a light blue Michael Landon Productions nylon jacket. In fine condition, with trimmed edges to photo. Letter and photo come from the winner of the fund-raiser who spent a day on the set where Landon personally presented him the jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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647. Laugh-In. Fifteen different original color costume design sketches for Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In sketch comedy show, each signed at the bottom by costume designer Michael Travis, with some dated 1967 and 1969. Most are full-length gouache images of female figures, and one includes affixed swatches of fabric for the costumes. Designs are for regular characters as well as celebrity guests, including Diana Ross, Lily Tomlin, Goldie Hawn, and Phyllis Diller. All are double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 23. In overall fine condition. In 1970, Travis was nominated for the Primetime Emmy in Outstanding Achievement in Costume Design for his work on Laugh-In. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

648. Zor ro: H en ry Calvi n.

American comic actor (1918–1975) best known for his role as Sergeant Garcia on the 1950s TV series Zorro. Brad-bound shooting script for Walt Disney’s Zorro Rides Alone, 8.5 x 11, 43 pages, labeled at the bottom of the cover, “Shooting Script…May 13, 1958.” Signed on the front cover in blue ink by Calvin and signed again at the top of the first and fourth pages by Calvin as well. Script also bears multiple notations, most in red pencil, where Calvin’s character name has been circled. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

649. Zorro: Henry Calvin. Cal-

vin’s 1958 membership card to the Screen Actors Guild, 3.5 x 2.5, stampdated May 13, 1958, and signed in the center by Calvin, also adding his Social Security number underneath. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Enthralling 1967 Star Trek Writer’s Guide

650. Star Trek. Quite rare original 1967 Star Trek Writer’s Guide, 8 x 11, 31 pages, with the orange cover reading, “Third Revision April 17, 1967.” This very interesting guide defines the Star Trek world and rules that all Star Trek Scripts must follow. It spells out for all writers the permanent characters, the transporter, the vessel, the computer, the crew, and the weapons of the crew and of the ship. These are general guidelines and history that all upcoming scripts must follow. Also includes a guide for “Star Trek Format” and “Script Format “ has definitions for “The USS Enterprise,” with an extensive bio and character profile for Captain Kirk, as well as the other primary characters. Kirk’s bio reads, in part: “Although Kirk often solicits information and estimates from Spock, never does the first officer act as Kirk’s brain… Abroad the ship Capt. Kirk has only a few opportunities for anything approaching friendship, one exception being Spock, a strange friendship based upon logic.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Early TV writer’s contract for the Star Trek creator 651. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry. DS, eleven pages, 8.5 x 11, August 6, 1957. Agreement between Roddenberry and California National Productions for his writing services on a western television series entitled “Boots & Saddles—Story of the Fifth Cavalry.” Contract covers the program’s budget, “High Budget,” city of performance “Los Angeles,” compensation for Roddenberry, who will receive a total of $1500.00 in three installments when the drafts are delivered. Signed on the last page in blue ballpoint by Roddenberry. In fine condition, with staple and staple holes to top left, and a small rider stapled to first page. The episode written by Roddenberry would be called ‘The Prussian Farmer,’ about a former Prussian cavalry officer named Franz Mueller (played by Herbert Rudley) who helps the recruits repel an Apache attack. Unhappy with freelance work, Roddenberry would go on to produce his own TV programs, most notable Star Trek in 1966. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

652. Star Trek. Extremely rare original Writer’s-Director’s Guide for the Star Trek television series, signed by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy (each adding their character name) on their respective character description page. Guide consists of 18 pages (including cover page), dated March 15, 1966, making this the first of three versions made while the series was in production, with this version being issued before a single episode was written. Guide lists James T. Kirk as the main character, Mister Spock with “satanic pointed ears,” as the principal supporting role, and lists other cast regulars as “a taciturn Scottish Engineering Officer; an Oriental Physicist; a brilliant but sometimes immature Navigator; Phillip ‘Bones’ Piper, M. D., ship’s doctor and worldly cynic; and an uncomfortably lovely Captain’s Yeoman.” guide also answers many questions the writers may come up with including warp travel, the ship’s weapons, and alien life. In fine condition, with minor notations to a couple of pages and a rusty staple hole and paperclip impression to top left. Guide originates from the collection of Star Trek writer Oliver Crawford. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Star Trek’s creator gets antsy waiting to start production on the feature film 653. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry. TLS signed

“Gene,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, neat Star Trek letterhead, June 3, 1976. Letter to Judy Thomases. In part: “I’m often in a ‘Strangers in a Strange Land’ attitude toward what is around me—in fact, I feel like a (benevolent) alien on this planet most of the time…You didn’t get an immediate answer as the film contract hassle seemed bogged down a bit…With luck the contracts should be resolved in the next week or so and we can get seriously into preproduction of the STAR TREK movie…I was finding it hard to keep up the enthusiasm as disappointment followed disappointment, month after month. Tough on the actors and others, of course, as they waited all that time too hoping it would come together and they’d receive the telephone call. But not nearly as tough as knowing that it’s over your desk that it will either come together or not.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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657. Land of the Lost.

655. Leave It t o B e av e r .

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es, 8.5 x 11, October 19, 1993. Contract between Shatner and Interplay Productions. Contract reads, in part, “You hereby grant Interplay the nonexclusive, nonterminable…world-wide license to use recorded scripted material read by you for use in connection with computer software products incorporating any of the ‘Star Trek’ characters, in all computer and video game formats…A payment of $25,000, due upon your completion of services.” In fine condition, with usual punch and staple holes to top and some light document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Original script for the episode of Leave It to Beaver entitled ‘No Time for Baby Sitters,’ dated June 16, 1961, 8.5 x 11, 32 pages, signed on the first page in ink and ballpoint by Jerry Mathers, Barbara Billingsley, and Tony Dow, with each adding their character’s name below. In fine condition, with mild scattered dampstaining to the first page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Original production sheet from the 1974 Sid and Marty Krofft television classic Land of the Lost, one page, 8.5 x 11, May 27, 1975. Sheet is for a scene from the season two episode The Test, for a shot of ‘Big Alice.’ The Description sections notes “Full Ani,” “Characters Alice (Cha-Ka’s POV),” and Action: “She moves a step closer to Cha-ka rears back and roars.” Stapled to the bottom is a glossy 5 x 4 snapshot of ‘Big Alice.” In fine condition, with punch holes to vertical edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Batman.

Brad-bound copy of the final script for the Batman episode entitled “That Darn Catwoman,” dated December 12, 1966, 8.5 x 11, 70 pages. Signed on the first three pages by Adam West, Burt Ward, Julie Newmar, and writer Stanley Ralph Ross, with Ward, and Newmar adding their character names. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $100)

659. Sopranos.

656. MASH. Five original glossy 20th Century Fox promotional photos for the film that spawned the acclaimed television series, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Souvenir brad-bound script for the pilot episode of The Sopranos, 8.5 x 11, 65 pages, signed in black felt tip on the first page by the cast, including James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli, Robert Iler, Tony Sirico, Vincent Curatola, and Steven Van Zandt. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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Complete screen-worn costume collection of the Flintstones and Rubbles 660. The Flintstones. Amazing ensemble of screen-worn costumes from the 1994 film The Flintstones. Includes John Goodman’s suede animal print tunic, faux lizard necktie, and sundial wristwatch from his role as Fred Flintstone; Elizabeth Perkins’s white leather single-strap dress, oversized stone necklace, and two wedding rings from her role as Wilma Flintstone; Rick Moranis’s brown suede tunic from his role as Barney Rubble; and Rosie O’Donnell’s blue suede dress with halter-style top and hair bow from her role as Betty Rubble. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2006. A fantastic set of costumes from the live-action adaptation of the much-loved Stone Age cartoon. RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

Tennis dress suit from Hanks’s Academy Award–winning role as Forrest Gump

661. Forrest Gump: Tom Hanks. Complete screen-worn suit worn by Tom Hanks in the 1994 Academy Award–winning film Forrest Gump. This is the U. S. Table Tennis Association suit worn by Gump when he appeared alongside John Lennon on the Dick Cavett show. Suit consists of: a bright blue double-breasted jacket with an embroidered U.S. Table Tennis Association patch over the left breast pocket, with the inside of the jacket lined in red and blue stars, with a small label sewn into the inside pocket with “T. Hanks,” written on it in black ink; a white long sleeve dress shirt; a red, white, and blue necktie; and a pair of khaki pants, also bearing a sewn in label with “T. Hanks,” written on it in black ink. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

662. The Grinch: Jim Carrey. Screen-worn robe from the 2000 film The Grinch, worn by Jim Carrey in the title role. Two-piece cloak consists of a heavy full-length brown wool cloak with a zip-up back, and highlighted by flecks of artificial snow scattered throughout the bottom; and a separate matching integral caplet and hood which bears a sewn-in John David Ridge maker’s label, with “Mr. Jim Carrey,” typed underneath. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Universal Pictures. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Screen-worn Eliot Ness suit 663. The Untouchables: Kevin Costner. Screen-worn suit worn by Kevin Costner in the 1987 film The Untouchables. Dark gray wool three-piece Armani suit bears maker’s labels inside of each piece, with “Par,” written above the label of the vest, and “Para.,” written inside the pants. The care label on the inside of the jacket is labeled “Ness,” in black felt tip, and the inside breast pocket bears remnants of another maker’s label, with “Film Ness,” typed on one line. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

664. Wyatt Earp: Kevin Costner.

Screen-worn costume worn by Kevin Costner as the title character in the 1994 film Wyatt Earp. Four piece costume includes: a green plaid bib front shirt with four buttons at the neck; a red long-sleeve Henley undershirt; dark gray ribbed pants and a red print scarf. The pants have a sewn-in Motion Picture Costume Co. label in the inside waistband, as does the green shirt, which is labeled in an unknown hand, “W. E., K. Costner.” A handwritten tag is pinned to the inside of the Henley’s collar, with “K. Costner as W. E. 19–23.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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665. Zorro: Antonio Banderas. Incredible hero costume made

for Banderas in his title role as Zorro in the 1998 film The Mask of Zorro. Costume consists of a loose-fitting black shirt, suede leather pants with ornate metal buttons, fantastic tooled leather boots, studded leather belt, a pair of leather gauntlet gloves, face mask with integral cloth headwrap, and a long black cape. In overall fine condition. Consignor notes that this was originally acquired from Sony Pictures studios. For his outstanding interpretation of the role, Banderas received an ALMA Award for Outstanding Actor in a Feature Film. A simply outstanding piece from one of the most recognizable characters in cinema. RR Auction COA.â&#x20AC;Ś(MB $2500)

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667. Addams Family Values: Raul Julia. Julia’s screen-worn suit

from the 1993 film Addams Family Values. Suit consists of a black double-breasted jacket and matching pants with silver pinstripes. Both the jacket and pants have an integral Barbara Matera label, with “Addams Family, Mr. Julia 1,” written in an unknown hand on the jacket’s label, and “Mr. Julia,” lightly on the pants label. Suit is accompanied by a bow tie. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. In fine condition. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2003. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

669. Addams Family Values: G ran ny. Grand-

mama Addams’s screenworn purple knit dress from the 1993 film Addams Family Values, featuring Carol Kane in the role. Includes a black and gray beaded purse, labeled “Paramount” inside in an unknown hand. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Stylish screen-worn Gomez Addams suit from the sequel 668. Addams Family Values: Raul Julia. Julia’s

screen-worn suit from the 1993 film Addams Family Values, in which he played Gomez Addams. Suit consists of a black and charcoal double-breasted pinstriped jacket and matching pants, with a white and gray pinstriped notched-collar shirt. All have an integral Barbara Matera label, with “Mr. Julia, 2, Addams Family,” written in an unknown hand on the jacket’s label, and “Mr. Julia,” on the pants and shirt labels. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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169 672. Addams Family: Pugsley. Screen-worn

670. Addams Family Values: Lurch. Lurch’s screen-worn tuxedo suit

from the 1993 film Addams Family Values, which featured Carel Struycken as the massive manservant. Suit consists of a black tuxedo jacket featuring braided piping, with matching pants. As it was a Paramount film, “PAR” is written inside the jacket in an unknown hand. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

shirt worn by Jimmy Workman as Pugsley Addams in the 1991 film The Addams Family. Black and white striped short sleeve shirt has a black collar and is accompanied by a 6˝ diameter circular wooden plaque with “Frisbee” hand-painted on the front. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles in History. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Uncle Fester’s primary overcoat from Addams Family Values

673. Addams Family Valu e s: U ncle Fester. Screen-

671. Addams Family Values: Lurch. Lurch’s

exceptionally large screen-worn limo driver suit from the 1993 film Addams Family Values, which featured Carel Struycken as the character. Suit consists of a dark gray suit featuring a brown velvet collar, with matching pants and a cream-colored shirt. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles In History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

worn overcoat from the 1993 film Addams Family Values. This coat was worn throughout the film by actor Christopher Lloyd. Long gray wool trench coat bears both buttons and snaps for closing and a green velvet collar. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Profiles in History. In fine condition. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Carrey’s Ace Ventura costume 674. Ace Ventura: Ji m Carrey. Screen

worn costume worn by Jim Carrey in the 1994 film Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. Costume consists of a distressed white sleeveless ribbed cotton t-shirt and a pair of button and tie-up purple and maroon silk striped pants, with “Ace Ch. 2,” written in black felt tip on the inside of the waist. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

675. Man in the Iron Mask: Gerard Depardieu. Intricately designed Musketeer’s hat made for Gerard Depardieu’s character Porthos in the 1998 film The Man in the Iron Mask. Black felt hat is trimmed with silver beaded braid around the brim, red and gold ribbon to the right side of the crown, and a gorgeous plume of red and black ostrich feathers. A tag inside is labeled “Depardieu” in an unknown hand. Also includes two cotton and lace stocks. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s, 2004; Guernsey’s, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300 )

676. Man in the Iron Mask: Leonardo DiCaprio. Cloak and cap made for Leonardo DiCaprio for

the 1997 film The Man in the Iron Mask. Costume consists of a three-quarter length heavy brown cloak made from roughly stiched together linen panels and a dark wool green cap. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s 2003. RR Auction COA.… (MB $500)

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677. Maninthe I ron Mask: G e r a r d D e pa r d i e u.

An impressive and visually striking fulllength red wool coat made for Gerard Depardieu’s character Porthos for the 1998 film The Man in the Iron Mask. Heavy coat bears slashed sleeves, wide collar, trimmed leather edges, 16 buttons for fastening, split back, and is trimmed with military-style gilt braid and brass buttons. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling. Accompanied by a copy of a 1998 fax cover sheet from United Artists arranging the purchase of “selected costumes.” Provenance: Christie’s December 2003. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

678. Man in the Iron Mask: Leonardo DiCaprio. Complete costume made for Leonardo DiCaprio’s character Phillippe in the 1997 film The Man in the Iron mask. Costume consists of: a pair of brown woolen fleece 18th century style pants, which fastens with 6 wood and composite buttons, with a “Jane Law, Worthington, U.K.,” manufacturer’s label, with a smaller tag sewn underneath with “Leonardo DiCaprio,” written on one side, and “Phillippe Prison 1,” on the reverse; two large woven wool shirts, designed to simulate sack cloth; and a pair of man’s high tongued suede shoes with lace fastening. In fine condition. Provenance: Christie’s 2000. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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172 679. Canadian Bacon: Joh n Candy. John Can-

dy’s pants made for the production of the 1995 film Canadian Bacon. Blue cotton blend pants have a single button front with zipper. Provenance: Butterfield and Butterfield (tag included). In fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bob Mackie-designed lingerie featured in Playboy 680. Ber nadette Peters. A sexy and classy

lingerie outfit designed for Peters by Bob Mackie and worn by her in Playboy’s December 1981 pictorial on the history of lingerie. Outfit consists of a black satin corset finished with pink satin trim, black lace, black point d’esprit boned bustle petticoat with a ruffled hem, and a pair of matching bloomers. In fine condition. Accompanied by a color glossy 8 x 10 photo of the magazine page featuring Peters in the outfit. Provenance; Profiles In History; Christie’s November, 2005. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

681. Superman III: Ch r i stoph e r R e eve.

Reeve’s screen-worn wig from his role as Clark Kent in the 1983 film Superman III. Brown wig is parted on the left and has an integral tag labeled “Christopher Reeve, Superman” in an unknown hand. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Screen-worn costume from Gibson’s unforgettable Patriot scene—rescuing Heath Ledger from the British 683. The Patriot: Mel Gibson. Original screen-worn costume worn by Gibson as Benjamin Martin in The Patriot.

Two piece outfit consists of a large crème Muslin shirt with long ‘tacked’ rolled sleeves and a pair of custom made black breeches with a tie up front and buttoned cuffs. Inside of breeches bears a Dominic Gherardi Custom Tailoring tag with “Mel Gibson,” and “August 1999,” typed on it. Shirt has several areas of special effects blood stains and tags noting that this relatively lighter stained version of the shirt was used in “Stage One” of the scene. In fine condition, with expected wear. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Reel Clothes and Props owner, Lennard Billin. A fantastic costume present in one of the most memorable scenes of the entire film—when Gibson rescues son Gabriel (Heath Ledger) from the British—cementing his place in the Revolutionary War. RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

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Clooneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Batman cowl, obtained directly from Warner Bros 684. Batman and Robin: Ice Cowl. Ice Cowl made for George Clooney for the 1997 film Batman and Robin.

The cowl is made out of dense foam latex rubber and has a purple/blue/black color with silver inlays. The cowl retains the Velcro on the inside of the back which was used to secure it to the cape. Two loops are present on the sides of the front that help attach the cowl to the main body of the suit. The piece is secured at the back with a zipper hidden by a strip of silver rubber. The ears are reinforced with internal cores to help them stand straight. A production tag is pinned through one of the front loops, with two printed sketches of the cowl on the reverse. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. RR Auction COA.â&#x20AC;Ś(MB $500)

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686. Mission Impossible: Tom Cruise. Screen-

worn watch face worn by both Tom Cruise and Emilio Estevez in the 1996 film Mission Impossible. Black plastic watch face measures approximately 1.75 x 2.25, and is made with a red insert designed to light up on film. Estevez wore the watch when demonstrating how the camera eyeglasses work. Later,it is in another scene on the wrist of Tom Cruise as he walks up a staircase. Watch is accompanied by its original plastic strap which has since become brittle and is in multiple pieces. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

685. Batman Forever: Riddler Cane.

Gold prop cane made for Jim Carrey as the Riddler in Batman Forever. Gold-painted cane measures 38˝ long with a resin shaft and a handle in the shape of a question mark, made of rubber. In fine condition, with some crazing of paint in handle. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

687. Mission Impossible: Jon Voight.

Voight’s screen-used ‘gadget’ gun from the 1996 film Mission Impossible. Gun is constructed of metal components and measures 12˝ long. In fine condition. Each piece was meticulously designed by one of Britain’s top armorers to be easily taken apart and look like a radio. Voight is seen assembling the gun in the film after covertly removing the pieces from a stereo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

688. First Knight. Screen-used medieval-style prop sword

from the 1995 film First Knight. Sword measures 39˝ long and consists of a dull steel blade with plain cruciform hilt and pommel with cross design. Rubber grip is dried and cracked, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the collector who originally acquired the sword from the prop department. Provenance: Christie’s, 2000; Guernsey’s, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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176 689. First Knight: Richard Gere. Gere’s screen-used special effects prop sword from the 1995 film First Knight. Sword is decorated with an intricate blue design and measures 38.5˝ long fully extended and 27.5˝ with tip retracted. An internal air bladder regulates the pressure necessary in order for the tip to retract. Expected marks and dings from use in production, and blue design slightly peeled in some areas, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an air pump and certificate of authenticity from Profiles in History. Provenance: Profiles in History, 2002; Guernsey’s, 2008. Gere, playing Lancelot, uses this sword in the opening fight scenes and when he rescues Guinevere (played by Julia Ormond) from a runaway carriage. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

690. Man in the Iron Mask: Gera r d D e pa r di eu. Depardieu’s

sword from the 1998 film The Man In the Iron mask. Sword has an overall length of 44.5˝ with the double-edged steel blade measuring 36˝ long. Sword features a large and elaborate clamshell knuckle guard and a suede wrapped handle. Sword is accompanied by its 37˝ leather scabbard and brown leather waist belt. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Prop Store of London stating the “Hero Musketeeers Sword was used in the production/filming of the movie Man In the Iron Mask.” Provenance: Profiles In History. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

691. Man in the I r o n M a sk : Leonardo DiCapr io. Screen-

used prop sword carried by Leonardo DiCaprio in his role as King Louis XIV in the 1998 film Man in the Iron Mask. Sword measures 44.5˝ long and consists of a dull steel blade with intricate ornamental guard, suede-wrapped hilt, and rounded pommel. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from The Prop Store of London stating “the sword was used in the production/filming of the movie Man in the Iron Mask.” Provenance: Profiles In History, 2000; Guernsey’s, 2008. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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692. Man in the Iron Mask: John Malkovich. John Malkovich’s fighting sword from the 1998 film The

Man In the Iron Mask. Sword has an overall length of 44˝ with the aluminum blade measuring 38˝ long. Aluminum was used as it was lighter and less prone to damage than a steel blade. Sword also bears an ornately sculpted knuckle guard and a wire-wrapped handle. Sword is accompanied by its leather scabbard. In fine condition, with light wear and knicks to blade and some wear and crazing to leather on scabbard as well as a loose drag. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from The Prop Store of London. Provenance: Profiles In History, 2001. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

693. Mask of Zorro: Anthony Hopkins.

Hopkins’s screen-used cane from the 1998 film The Mask of Zorro. Carved wooden walking cane measures 34˝ tall with a 7˝ horizontal handle and has brown paint. This cane was used in the scene where Hopkins meets Antonio Banderas for the first time and realizes he was one of the children to whom he presented his treasured medallion. In fine condition. Provenance: Profiles In History. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

695. Master and Commander: Russell Crowe. Crowe’s screen-used prop flintlock pistol from his

role as Jack Aubrey in the 2003 film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. Gun is constructed of stained wood and steel and measures 20˝ long. Handgrip is cracked from production use, otherwise fine condition.RR Auction COA.… (MB $300)

Sword cane from The Mask of Zorro

694. Mask of Zorro: Antonio Banderas. Screen-used sword cane carried by Antonio Banderas in the 1998 film The Mask of Zorro. Black metal painted cane measures 35˝ with an engraved chrome-plated knob at the top. Upper portion of the cane can be removed to reveal a concealed metal sword, with a 27.5˝ blade. Sword was carried by Banderas as the newlypresented gentleman Alejandro, who had assumed the role of Zorro from his mentor Anthony Hopkins. In fine condition, with scattered light wear from use. Provenance: Profiles In History. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Prop Mayor puppet eyes used in the film Nightmare Before Christmas. Hand crafted eyes have light pink centers surrounded by white. Nicely shadowboxed and framed with a screen capture from the film, with a Prop Store of London label affixed to the reverse, to an overall size of 13.5 x 12.25. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

699. Sleepy Hollow. Screen-used prop knife from the 1999 film Sleepy Hollow, used by Casper Van Dien in his role as Brom Van Brunt. Knife measures 15˝ long and is composed of a plastic blade and handle, painted to simulate bone. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from The Prop Store of London. Provenance: Christie’s, 2000. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

700. Independence Day. Miniature movie prop 697. Gangs of New York.

Screen-used, heavily distressed prop axe from the 2002 film Gangs of New York, used in the final scenes of the film by the rioting Irish gangs. Axe measures 20˝ long and is composed of a wooden handle and hard rubber head. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Premiere Props. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

698. Mars Attacks.

Flying saucer from the 1996 film Mars Attacks. Molded saucer measures 6˝ in diameter. In fine condition, with mild surface scuffs. Consignor acquired the saucer directly from Warner Bros. Studios. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

missile used in Independence Day. Wooden model measures 15˝ long with two fins near the center and “General Dynamics” printed twice on the missile. This missile was of a model air force jet which exploded on screen and has the battle damage from the film, including some scorching and missing tail fins. In fine condition, with expected wear and damage. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Starworld. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

701. E. T. Screen-used prop mushroom from the 1982 film E. T.: The Extra-Terrestrial. Cast resin mushroom measures 2.5˝ high. The mushrooms can be seen in the opening of the film on the space transport used by the aliens. In fine condition. Consignor notes mushroom was acquired directly from Donald Pennington, the film’s prop master. RR Auction COA.… (MB $200)

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Original Superman IV newspaper 703. Superman. Prop newspaper front page

from the 1987 film Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Page measures 16 x 21 featuring an image of Superman in the center with the headline screaming “We’re Back,” in 2˝ high bold letters. Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 26. In fine condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

705. Red Dragon. Screen-used prop

704. Planet of the Apes. Screen-used prop gourd

from the 2001 film Planet of the Apes. Gourd was used in the film by Ari (Helena Bonham Carter). Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from 20th Century Fox. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tabloid magazine, The National Tattler, for the film Red Dragon. 11.5 x 15, 6 pages. The tabloid has a color cover featuring a photo of Graham (Ed Norton) and Lounds (Philip Seymour Hoffman) entitled Top Sleuths Reveal Lurid Secrets, with related headlines. Inside is another image of Norton and Hoffman and a lengthy article about Hannibal Lecter and the FBI titled, “Graham Hopes That Lecter Can Assist Him Again.” In the film, the prop was used for the inside newspaper page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Premiere Props. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Contemporary Production Design Fantastic, unique original concept art for Burton’s award-winning Corpse Bride 708. Corpse Bride. Original color concept art for Tim Burton’s 2005 stop-motion film Corpse Bride, ink and gouache on cardstock, 11 x 8.5, depicting Victor Van Dort and Victoria Everglot seated on a couch as the Corpse Bride lurks outside. In very fine condition. In the film, Victor is voiced by Johnny Depp, Victoria by Emily Watson, and the Corpse Bride by Helena Bonham Carter. The film was nominated for an Oscar in the Best Animated Feature Film category, and the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films awarded it the Saturn Award for Best Animated Film. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fight Club production art of a battered Ed Norton

Riveting Pitt production art from Fight Club

709. Fight Club: Edward Norton. Very rare original hand-highlighted production art from Fight Club. A printed image of Norton on an off-white 8.25 x 10.25 sheet, with pencil accents added around his swollen left eye and mouth, and a darker black background colored over the original lighter printed background. In very fine condition. Consignor notes that the art was acquired directly from Fox. A unique, new-tomarket piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

710. Fight Club: Brad Pitt. Very rare original hand-

highlighted production art from Fight Club. A printed image of Pitt on an off-white 8.25 x 10.25 sheet, with pencil accents added around Pitt’s swollen left eye, and a darker black background colored over the original lighter printed background. In very fine condition. Consignor notes that the art was acquired directly from Fox. A one-of-a-kind item offered for the very first time. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The Batwing trails increasing amounts of smoke, the engines cough & pop”

712. Batman. Incredible original hand-inked single-panel storyboard art from Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman film, ink and pencil on an off-white 11.5 x 8.25 sheet. Panel depicts the Batwing as it is crashing after the Joker shoots it down, and is captioned, “The Batwing trails increasing amounts of smoke, the engines cough & pop.” A few small tears to top from use in production, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

714. Kull the Conqueror. Nine original pencil storyboard sketches from the 1997 film Kull the Conqueror. Each page measures 11.5 x 8.25 and depicts an intense sword battle between Kull (played by Kevin Sorbo) and General Taligoro (Thomas Ian Griffith), and are numbered 134, 135, and 138–144, with animator’s captions and notations to each panel. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

715. Mighty Ducks. Twelve original hand-drawn felt 713. James and the Giant Peach. Original

hand-drawn pencil and colored pencil storyboard panel from the 1996 film James and the Giant Peach on an off-white 8.5 x 5.5 sheet. Panel depicts Centipede getting bit on the nose by a bird as Ladybug looks on. Printed caption from Ladybug reads, “Have you two gone mad?!” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tip storyboard panels for the 1992 Disney film The Mighty Ducks on individual 11 x 8.5 sheets. The storyboard outlines the complete sequence of a scene, and each sheet is consecutively labeled 43 through 55, with 50 either skipped or absent. Sketches demonstrate the on-ice movement and captions below describe action and dialogue. In overall fine condition. A fascinating look into the detailed process involved in creating a single scene. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original production art of Burton’s Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie 7 1 6. N i ghtmare Before Ch r i stmas.

Two original handinked (ink and pencil) storyboard portions from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas on individual off-white sheets, both measuring 8 x 5.5. First one is divided into quarters and features four images of Jack Skellington getting out of bed, looking into an empty coffin and walking down a staircase. Second panel shows a full-length image of Oogie Boogie twirling around Santa Clause. In fine condition. Desirable characters from one of Burton’s classic films. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hand-inked storyboards of Burton’s Dr. Finkelstein and Lock, Shock, and Barrel 717. N i gh t mare Before Ch r i stmas.

Two original handinked (ink and pencil) storyboard portions from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas on individual off-white sheets, both measuring 8 x 5.25. First one shows Sally being dragged down a passageway by Dr. Finkelstein; and the second shows the characters Lock, Shock, and Barrel reacting to an unknown scare. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

718. Tron.

Four kodaliths from the 1982 Disney film Tron consisting of two transparencies for two different scenes as well as two printed negative images including one of the film’s star, Jeff Bridges. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

719. X-Men.

Ph o t oc o pi ed storyboard sequence from the conclusion of the 2000 film X-Men, 40 pages, 8.5 x 11. Storyboard shows the conclusion of the film including the capture of the X-Men by Magneto, an epic battle between Wolverine and Sabretooth on top of the Statue of Liberty, and the destruction of Magneto’s machine and the rescue of Rogue by Wolverine. Characters shown include: Wolverine, Storm, Cyclops, Sabretooth, Magneto, Rogue, and Jean. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

720. X-Men. Six pieces of color computer generated production art from the 2000 X-Men film, five 11 x 8.5 and one 8.5 x 11. Art includes two conceptual images of Professor Xavier’s wheelchair, an image of Cerebro in the XMansion, an underground laboratory in the X-Mansion, and two images of the exterior of Magneto’s lair, one showing Senator Kelly tied up waiting to be placed in The Device. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Posters

723. East of Eden

MB $200

725. Three Stooges in Orbit

726. Born Yesterday

727. Deadlineâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;U.S.A.

728. The Dirty Dozen

729. Samson and Delilah

730. Charade

731. Elvis Presley: Blue Hawaii

MB $200

724. Jayne Mansfield

MB $200

MB $100

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732. Beatles: Help! MB $200

733. Sex Kittens Go to College

734. Batman

735. Taxi Driver

736. Super Fly

737. Woody Allen

738. Ringo Starr: Candy

739. Ringo Starr: Caveman

740. Goodfellas

MB $200

MB $100

MB $200

MB $100

MB $200

MB $300

Vintage Magazines 741. Vintage Hollywood Magazines. Collection of 49 vintage Hollywood movie magazines, primarily Photoplay and Picture Play, dating from the 1920s and 30s. Cover shots include Rudolph Valentino, Marlene Dietrich, Norma Shearer, Billie Dove, Bebe Daniels, Constance Bennett, Clara Bow, and Gloria Swanson. In very good condition, with some missing covers and pages and expected age wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

742. Vintage Hollywood Magazines. Collection

of 11 vintage Hollywood magazines, primarily Motion Picture, dated between 1927 and 1931, with cover images including Marion Davies, Joan Crawford, Janet Gaynor, Corinne Griffith, Gloria Lloyd, Evelyn Brent, Esther Ralston, and Alice White. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

743. Vintage Hollywood Magazines. Complete set of 12 vintage issues of Photoplay from 1934, with gorgeous color cover portraits of Greta Garbo, Katharine Hepburn, Claudette Colbert, Carole Lombard, Norma Shearer, Janet Gaynor, Dolores del Rio, Irene Dunn, Joan Crawford, Marion Davies, Kay Francis, and Margaret Sullivan. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Superlative portrait commissioned by Caesars Palace in honor of ‘The Chairman’s’ 40 years in show business 745. Frank Sinatra. Highly-important and unique original painting of Sinatra, oil on panel, 22 x 23.5, done by artist David Brega, commissioned in 1979 by Caesars Palace in honor of Sinatra’s 64th birthday and celebration of Sinatra’s 40th year in show business, signed in the lower right corner in paint by Brega. Beautifully framed to an overall size of 30.25 x 31. In very fine condition. This portrait was previously displayed at the Museum of Fine Arts in Springfield, Massachusetts, from September–December of 2000, and the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Arts in St. Joseph, Missouri from March–June, 2001. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Demos Gallery of Las Vegas. Also accompanied by an original elaborate invitation to the event, made of acrylic, done in raised gold on black, with the invitation stating, “Caesars Palace cordially invites you to a loving tribute to Frank Sinatra on the occasion of his Fortieth Year in Show Business.” Framed to an overall size of 10.5 x 12.5,

as well as a large color promotional poster for the event, 21.5 x 27.5, and framed to an overall size of 24.75 x 31. On December 12, 1979—Sinatra’s 64th birthday—Caesars Palace was the venue for a star-studded black tie celebration of his 40th year in show business. Among those in attendance were Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Tony Bennett, Lucille Ball, Orson Welles, Milton Berle, Don Rickles, Glenn Ford, and Cary Grant. The gala was recorded by NBC and broadcast the following month. Along with celebrating Sinatra’s career, ‘Ol’ Blue Eyes’ was presented with ASCAP’s 1st Pied Piper Award for service to lyricists, as well as a special Grammy Trustees’ Award. In addition to this portrait, Brega was also commissioned to do two murals of Sinatra, each a staggering 45 x 80 feet, which hung outside Caesars Palace prior to the event. A one-of-a-kind and standout work of art befitting a place of honor in any art, music, or entertainment collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

Unsigned Photos & Prints

Korman

746. Josephine Baker MB $200

Beaton

747. Ray Bolger MB $200

Hurrell

750. Joan Crawford MB $200

751. Joan Crawford MB $200

748. Louise Brooks MB $200

Hurrell

749. Lon Chaney, Sr MB $200

Hurrell

752. Joan Crawford MB $200

753. Joan Crawford MB $200

756. William Desmond MB $100

757. Clark Gable & Joan Crawford

Hurrell

754. Bette Davis MB $100

755. Olivia de Havilland MB $200

Bull

758. Greta Garbo MB $150

759. Greta Garbo MB $150

MB $200

Bull

760. Greta Garbo MB $150

761. Greta Garbo MB $100

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762. Hoot Gibson

763. Jean Harlow

764. William S. Hart

765.RitaHayworth

766. Carole Lombard MB $200

767. Paul Newman

768. Our Gang

769. Our Gang

770. Our Gang

771. Our Gang

772. Our Gang

773. Our Gang

774. Walter Pidgeon MB $100

775. Elvis Presley

776. Stewart & Russell MB $100

777. Erich von Stroheim MB $200

MB $100

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MB $100

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Gargantuan gelatin silver print from Giant 7 7 8 . E l i za b e t h Taylor. Enormous,

Bull

779. Elizabeth Taylor MB $200

780. Three Stooges MB $100

781. Three Stooges MB $100

large-scale oversized satinfinish 47 x 48 gelatin silver photo of Taylor twirling a lasso on the set of the 1956 film Giant, which she starred in alongside James Dean and Rock Hudson. Photo was originally taken in 1955 by Frank Worth; this impressive specimen was printed later and mounted to thick foam core. In fine condition, with some dings to corners. Worth was a photographer with incredible Hollywood connections, and was allowed on the set of classic films such as Rebel Without A Cause, Giant, and The Seven Year Itch. An extraordinarily impressive, practically life-size image that retains incredible clarity despite its monumental proportions. RR Auction COA. MB $200

782. Three Stooges: Shemp Howard MB $100

783. Ethel Waters MB $100

784. Marlon Brando MB $100

Bull

785. James Dean MB $100

786. Alice in Wonderland MB $200

787. Ray Bolger MB $100

788. Ray Bolger: Alan Shepard MB $200

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789. Clara Bow

790. Chinatown

791. Julie Christie MB $150

792. Joan Crawford MB $150

793. Joan Crawford MB $200

794. Marlene Dietrich MB $200

795. Greta Garbo

796. Giant

798. Holden & Capucine MB $200

799. James Bond

800. James Bond

803. James Bond

804. James Bond

MB $200

MB $150

MB $200

MB $100

Hesser / Bull

797. Edmund Goulding MB $200

801. James Bond MB $100

802.

Jam es Bon d MB $100

MB $100

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MB $100

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805. Chico Marx MB $100

806. No Time for Love MB $100

807. Elvis Presley MB $100

Bull

808. Rebel Without a Cause MB $100

Hurrell

809. R e m e mbe r the Night MB $100

810. Rosalind Russell MB $200

811. Rosalind Russell MB $200

812. Frank Sinatra

813. Sharon Tate MB $100

814. Thirteen Hours by Air

815. Wild One MB $200

816. Margaret Hamilton MB $100

817. On Set Movie Photos MB $200

818. Actors an d Actresses MB $100

819. Actors an d Actresses MB $100

820. Actors and Actresses MB $100

MB $100

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Original Hollywood Signs 821. Selznick International. Original hand-

painted double-sided International Pictures Inc. Studio sign. Sign measures 36 x 20 x 2, with “Men’s Wardrobe, Selznick International Pictures Inc.,” painted on both sides. Sign retains its hanging wire and has a Culver Studios property label affixed to the top edge. In good condition, with paint loss to both sides, a small area of surface loss to one side, and expected crazing and moderate weathering. Selznick International was responsible for some of Hollywood’s most iconic films, including Gone With the Wind. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

821

822. Vanguard Films. Original painted wooden

double-sided sign from Vanguard Films. Sign portion measures 37 x 11.5, with an additional 7˝ provided for hanging, for an overall size of 44 x 11.5. Painted on both sides is “Special Camera Effects Vanguard Films, David O. Sleznick.” In good to very good condition, with expected crazing and weathering from outdoor exposure, one vertical border missing, a few cracks and areas of peeling, and some light fading to print. Vanguard Films was David O. Selznick’s production company following the dissolution of Selznick International Pictures in 1943. Many of the physical flaws are contained to one side, with the other side presenting rather nicely. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

823. Vanguard Films. Original hand-painted Vanguard

822

823

Studio sign. Sign measures 24 x 8 x 1.5 with “Vanguard Films, Inc. Art Dept.,” painted on one side. In very good condition, with some paint loss to the “P” in “Dept,” five screw holes, and expected wear. Vanguard Films was David O. Selznick’s production company following the dissolution of Selznick International Pictures in 1943. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

824. 20th Century Fox. Original hand-painted wooden sign, 20 x 12, with “20th Century Fox Cashier,” painted on one side. In very good condition, with screw hole to each corner, some light scratches and surface loss, and expected light wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

824

825. Selznick Co. Original hand-painted double-sided wooden sign, 15 x 5, with “Selznick Co.,” painted on both sides. Sign likely dates to the late 1940s. In very good condition, with chip to top edge, two screw holes to one vertical side, and expected light soiling and weathering. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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