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Harry Kleiman, Animation Expert When young Harry Kleiman’s family moved to Los Angeles in 1968, the cartoon fanatic—insatiable in his appetite for all things animated—began spending nearly every day after school visiting animation studios, learning about the process, and meeting the industry’s icons: Walter Lantz, Bob Clampett, Bill Hanna and Joseph Barbera, Chuck Jones, Marc Davis, Ollie Johnston, Frank Thomas, Ward Kimball, Grim Natwick, and Friz Freleng. These meetings sparked what would become his lifelong passion and business pursuit. In 1980, Kleiman finished college and founded Collectors Paradise Galleries, attending dozens of conventions each year to buy, sell, and—his favorite—educate new collectors. In 1982, he was the first person to approach the Don Bluth Studio about selling their original cels from The Secret of Nimh. He also began making deals with Gary Goldman, offering cels from Dragon’s Lair and Space Ace. In 1984, he partnered Collectors Gallery in Studio City, where he was introduced to fellow animation enthusiasts from around the world.
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Over the years, Kleiman accumulated one of the most impressive animation art collections in existence, portions of which he generously lent out to animation scholars to continue broadening the world’s understanding and appreciation of this beloved art form. As an animation veteran who has spent his life studying, buying, and selling, Kleiman is eager to branch out and educate the next generation. We are proud to be a part of his lifetime of passion.
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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES
John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*
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PHIL SEARS COLLECTIBLES
For over 20 years Phil Sears has been the recognized world authority on Walt Disney’s autograph habits. Included among Phil-sears.com customers are the Walt Disney Company and the Walt Disney Family Museum. Sears’s items have been featured in Autograph Collector magazine, E Ticket magazine, Collect! magazine, and the biography Walt Disney’s Missouri. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*
FRANK CAIAZZO, BEATLES AUTOGRAPHS
Frank is the world’s leading authority on Beatles signed and handwritten material. Since he began his study in 1986, he has amassed the largest file of signed examples on the planet. Through decades of focused and diligent research, he has acquired great skill in identifying authentic Beatles autographs, and also has gained the insight necessary to accurately approximate the era in which they were signed.
BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURES
With more than 45 years combined experience in the field, Brian and Maria are two of the nation’s leading experts in Civil War autographs and manuscripts.
JAMES CAMNER
James is a leading classical music autograph dealer. With more than 35 years experience, he is a founding member of PADA, an authenticator for PSA/DNA, a member of the ABAA, and an author of over ten published books on related subjects.
RICH CONSOLA
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presidents and first ladies From Washington to Wilson, a presidential collection spanning over 130 years of American history 49. American Presidents Collection: Washington to Wilson. Exceptional collection of presidential autographs
representing a complete set from George Washington through Woodrow Wilson, uniformly affixed by their left edges to large off-white sheets, and custom-bound into a beautiful red leather volume with slipcase, gilt-stamped titles, and a calligraphically embellished title page, each page preceded by a large engraving depicting the president. It should be noted that most of the larger documents have either been trimmed or feature at least one extra fold to accommodate the size constraints of the album. Highlights of the archive include: George Washington on August 7, 1786, approves a payment voucher from the Potomack Company issued to Thomas Boylan for £4.6.0, paid unto him “For Traveling Charges and horse hire for six days in pursuit of runaway servants.” On April 2, 1800, President John Adams ratifies a land grant for “Four Thousand acres…appropriated for satisfying Warranty for Military services.” Pair of documents dual-signed by Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe, and their respective secretaries of state (and future presidents), James Madison and John Quincy Adams. The Jefferson–Madison document, May 7, 1802, concerns a land grant issued to “refugees from the British Provinces of Canada and Nova Scotia.” The MonroeAdams document is a ship’s pass, April 15, 1824, granting safe passage to the “Ship Earle of New York.” President Zachary Taylor on July 14, 1849, appoints a “Second Lieutenant of Infantry in 2’d Reg’t 3d Brigade of the Militia of the District of Columbia.” Civil War-dated commission signed by President Abraham Lincoln on August 20, 1862, appointing a “Collector of Taxes for the third collection district of the state of Pennsylvania.” Lincoln’s signature is attractively crisp and bold. Invitation for the “Eleventh Annual Dinner, Given to celebrate the Seventy-third Birthday of Abraham Lincoln,” organized by the Lincoln Club of the City of New York on February 12, 1882. Signed upside down at the bottom by U. S. Grant.
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Lower portion of a document signed “Woodrow Wilson” as president and “Franklin D. Roosevelt” as acting secretary of
the Navy, on January 25, 1916. The presence of Roosevelt is essentially a fortuitous coincidence, as this volume was assembled 23 years before he became president, hence the omission of his engraving. Taken as a whole, this is an exceptionally appealing set of presidential autographs that represents many of young America’s most important and formative early chapters. The archive is beautifully presented in a single, impressive leatherbound volume that was originally assembled by a bookbinder in 1910. For condition statements and more detailed descriptions of each item, please refer to our online catalog. Starting Bid $10000
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“I had the pleasure of shaking hands with General Washington”—rare letter from one original Supreme Court justice to another
1. George Washington: William Cushing Autograph Letter Signed. Early American jurist (1732-1810) who was one of the original five associate justices of the United States Supreme Court; he was the last judge in the United States to wear a full wig. Extremely rare ALS signed “Wm. Cushing,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9, November 9, 1790. Handwritten letter to “The honourable James Iredell, Esqr., one of the Judges of the Supreme Court of the United States.” In part: “The Court here was short, sat but two days—no civil business—a short trial for stealing a bank bill out of a Letter by a Letter-carrier...Day before Yesterday I had the pleasure of shaking hands with General Washington who was escorted into town in the morning by the light horse, reviewed several volunteer Companies of foot, & soon passed out of town & onward for Trenton...You have heard that Mr. Bushrod Washington is appointed to the bench...As to Elections—I believe the cause of liberty, of government & of order & decency will be strengthened rather than weakened, this trial, upon the whole.” In fine condition, with a small edge separation to one fold and partial seal-related losses to the address leaf. Starting Bid $300
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As the nation’s first Secretary of State, Jefferson writes to a fellow Founding Father just three days before his famous ‘Compromise of 1790’ dinner party
2. Thomas Jefferson Letter Signed. LS as secretary
of state, signed “Th: Jefferson,” one page, 8 x 9.75, June 17, 1790. Addressed from New York, a letter to Pennsylvania President and fellow Founding Father Thomas Mifflin, in full: “I have the honor to send you herein inclosed two copies duly authenticated of the Resolution respecting the arrears of pay due to the troops of the lines of the States of Virginia and North Carolina; also of the Act for giving effect to the several Acts therein mentioned in respect to the State of Rhode Island and Providence plantations; Also of the Act for relief of Thomas Jenkins and company; Also of the Resolution for the publication of treaties made, or which shall be made, under the authority of the United States, and of being with sentiments of the most perfect respect.” The letter is affixed by its back left edge to an 11.25 x 14 sheet. In fine condition.
Just three days after signing this letter, Jefferson hosted a dinner party at his NYC residence on June 20, 1790, which included only two guests: Virginia Congressman James Madison and, his main rival, Alexander Hamilton, the secretary of the treasury. The resulting meeting, or ‘dinner table bargain,’ produced a pact that ultimately led to the famed Compromise of 1790. Seeking to place the fledgling nation on firm financial ground, Jefferson and Madison accepted Hamilton’s proposition that the federal government assume state debts accrued during the Revolutionary War. This compromise, which made possible the passage of the Residence and Funding (Assumption) Acts in July and August 1790, is ‘generally regarded as one of the most important bargains in American history.’ Starting Bid $1000
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3. John Quincy Adams Document Signed as President. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 13.25 x 17, March 21, 1826. President Adams appoints William M. Hunter as “a Master Commandant in the Navy in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Adams and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Samuel L. Southard. The white Navy Department seal affixed at the bottom remains fully intact. In fine condition. A career Navy officer, Hunter’s War of 1812 service included a cruise aboard the USS Constitution; he would later command the USS Franklin at Boston. Starting Bid $200
Early handwritten letter from Jackson as a 30-year-old Tennessee Senator
Solemn 1845 letter on the death of an old friend, a spokesman for Jacksonian democracy 5. Andrew Jackson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page, 7.5 x 8.25, January 2, 1845. Letter to Thomas Dawson, expressing his condolences over the loss of his father, Moses Dawson, in full: “Yours of the 19th ultimo has come to hand & found me scarcely able to wield my pen to acknowledge it. Your other letters come duly to hand, and I am sure no one with more heartfelt sincerity sympathized with you in your great bereavement on the death of your much lamented father. He was my friend, peace be to his name and consolation to his family. As it respects my letters to your father, you will please keep them, allways recollecting that they were written not for publication, but in haste and for his eye, as a friend.” Cloth-matted and framed with an engraving bearing a facsimile signature to an overall size of 14 x 23.5. In very good to fine condition, with apparent overall silking. Moses Dawson owned the left-leaning Cincinnati Advertiser and Ohio Phoenix, a predecessor of the Cincinnati Enquirer, for more than two decades. As its editor, he used the paper’s influential platform to serve as a Western spokesman for Jacksonian democracy. In addition to his friend Jackson, Dawson corresponded with several prominent figures such as Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and James Knox Polk, as well as many other wellknown national and Ohio political leaders. Thomas Dawson honored Jacksons’s wish that he “keep them, allways recollecting that they were written not for publication.” Dawson’s collection of over 180 letters, spanning 1811-1845, remained in the family until 1934, when a descendant donated them to Xavier University. A poignant letter from Jackson, written only six months before his own death on June 8, 1845. Starting Bid $300
4. Andrew Jackson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS,
one page, 7.75 x 12.5, December 19, 1797. Addressed from Philadelphia, a handwritten letter to his friend Colonel Robert Hays, in part: “I have been anxiously waiting to receive a line from you...I have not heard from any of my Cumberland friends since I left home however I will exercise patience until the next post and see what it may bring. With respect to news, business is not yet ripe for communicating—therefore will [not] touch upon foreign or domestick. With respect to Mercantile Transactions I have nothing certain on that head, but from the many failures, and the crowd of respectable citizens in Jail, Commerce wears a more dreary aspect than ever…had I only cash, bargains might be had in that line but, all confidence between man and man is at an end, therefore difficult to obtain credit…Make my respects to your lady and deliver the inclosed to Mrs. Jackson.” In very good to fine condition, with some light staining, and professional repairs to fold splits and seal-related paper loss. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed by Jackson, who adds his franking signature to the upper left corner: “Free, A. Jackson.” Starting Bid $500
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The elderly statesman, with “eyesight so much impaired,” writes to one of his “Democratic friends,” Pennsylvania Senator and future President James Buchanan 6. Andrew Jackson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75,
March 25, 1843. Addressed from the Hermitage, a handwritten letter to Pennsylvania Senator and future American President James Buchanan, in full: “You will perceive from the inclosed that I have been obliged to use an amanuensis. My debility is so great & my eyesight so much impaired, that often I cannot write for days, and I hope this will be a sufficient excuse for my not directly replying to my Democratic friends whose letter you and your colleague inclosed me. Not knowing where to address your colleague I have taken the liberty to inclose my reply to you, that you may make it known to him. With the assurance of my continued respect & regards, I remain your friend.” Addressed on the reverse of the second integral page by Jackson. In very good to fine condition, with creasing, a small seal-related tear, and a small hole affecting one word of text. Starting Bid $200
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7. James K. Polk Document Signed as President. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.5 x 16.75, May 18, 1847. President Polk appoints Robert G. Beale as “a Captain in the Fourteenth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William L. Marcy. The crisply embossed white War Department seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In very good to fine condition, with the body of the text light, but fully legible. Starting Bid $200
Two handwritten genealogies by Millard Fillmore, penned as a 19-year-old clerk and as the 53-yearold former president, containing five full signatures
Scarce presidential appointment by Zachary Taylor, who served for just 16 months
9. Millard Fillmore (2) Autograph Manuscripts on His Father’s Genealogy with (5) Total Signatures. Note-
8. Zachary Taylor Document Signed as President. Choice DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 14 x 10,
May 12, 1849. President Taylor appoints George W. P. Smith as “Surveyor and Inspector of the Revenue for the Port of Snow Hill, in the State of Maryland.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Taylor and countersigned by Secretary of the Treasury William M. Meredith. The white seal affixed to the lower left remains intact. Handsomely double-matted and framed with a portrait and plaque to an overall size of 28.75 x 18.75. In fine to very fine condition. Given his short 16-month tenure in the White House, presidential autographs by Taylor are especially scarce; this is a spectacular example, signed just two months into his term. Starting Bid $300
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worthy pair of autograph manuscripts in the hand of Millard Fillmore, who signs his name a total of five times throughout, with both manuscripts relating to the genealogy of his father, Nathaniel Fillmore. The first, penned by Fillmore as a 19-year-old law clerk, is a one-page chronological listing of his father’s family, 8 x 12.75, January 29, 1819, signed within the text, “Millard Fillmore” and at the conclusion, “Written by Millard Fillmore, Sempronius, Cayuga county state of N. York.” The second, more detailed manuscript was penned by Fillmore five-and-a-half months after leaving the presidency on August 23, 1853, 10 total pages, 7.75 x 9.75, signed three times in full: within the header, “Genealogy of Nathaniel Fillmore grand son of John Fillmore of Connecticut & his descendants, By Millard Fillmore of Buffalo, N.Y.”; within the text on the sixth page, “Millard Fillmore”; and in the docket on the reverse of last page: “Genealogy of Nath’l Fillmore’s Descendants, By Millard Fillmore, Sept. 8, 1853,” with Fillmore signing his initials below. In overall very good to fine condition, with partial separations to fragile folds of earlier document, and wear to upper left corner of some pages of the later document. Starting Bid $300
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In the lead up to the 1839 Whig National Convention, Congressman Fillmore makes known “a very general conviction” that Henry Clay “ought not, and can not be our candidate for the Presidency”
Twice-signed handwritten affidavit by Abraham Lincoln in an Illinois Supreme Court case
10. Millard Fillmore Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, September 1, 1839. Handwritten letter to future New York State Senator Ephraim Gossin, candidly assessing Whig presidential hopefuls in the election of 1840. In part: “There seems to be a very general conviction here that Clay ought not, and can not be our candidate for the Presidency. The elections in Tennessee and Indiana have brushed the scales from the eyes of his most blind and enthusiastic advisors and supporters. The only thing to be apprehended is that they have seen their errors too late. That our case has become desperate. But the prospect now is that Clay and [William Henry] Harrison will both be dropped and [Winfield] Scott taken up. Either his name will run like a prairie fire or the nomination will fall still born from the convention. If the former we triumph, if the latter, the doom of whiggery is sealed forever, and we may as well at once bow our necks to the galling and servile yoke of locco focoism.” Addressed on the second integral page by Fillmore, who adds his franking signature in the upper right, “Free, M. Fillmore, M. C.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
11. Franklin Pierce Document Signed as President. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 14.5 x 17.75, October 13, 1855. President Pierce appoints Leonard Paulding as a “Lieutenant in the Navy…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by President Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy James C. Dobbin. The orange Navy Department seal affixed at the bottom remains fully intact. In fine condition. Paulding died while in command of the USS Wateree in 1867. Starting Bid $200
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12. Abraham Lincoln Autograph Document Signed. ADS, signed in the third-person, “Abraham Lincoln,” and at the conclusion, “A. Lincoln,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 12, October 3, 1856. Lengthy handwritten affidavit by Lincoln, filed with the “Supreme Court of the State of Illinois, Second Grand Division,” concerning the disposition of a contested estate. In part: “Abraham Lincoln, being first duly sworn, states on oath that at the November special term of the Circuit Court of Sangamon County, in the State aforesaid, in the year of our Lord one thousand, eight hundred and fifty one, a decree of Divorce was rendered by said court, dissolving the bands of matrimony theretofore existing between Franklin C. Gray and Mary Anna Gray; that afterwards the said Franklin C. Gray went through the forms and ceremonies of a legal marriage with one Matilda Caroline French…after the death of said Franklin C. Gray, the said Matilda Caroline French was delivered of a child, which in the course of nature, must have been begotten after her supposed marriage with Franklin C. Gray, and while they co-habitated, as husband and wife, and that he left no other legitimate child, so far as affiant knows, or believes; that said child is still living, a female and a minor, and that its name is ‘Florence Franklin C. Gray.’” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Lincoln, and countersigned by clerk William Turney. Matted and framed with acrylic on both sides to an overall size of 15.5 x 21. In fine condition. In the case referenced, Mary A. Gray v. Matilda C. French, et al., in the Illinois Supreme Court, Mary Gray sought to overturn her divorce in order to collect from her former husband’s considerable estate. If successful, her attempt would render the child of her ex-husband’s new wife a bastard, and neither the new wife nor the child would legally be entitled to an inheritance. In this sworn affidavit, neatly written by Lincoln in his distinctive hand, the future president attests to his knowledge of both the legal divorce and the paternity of the child. Between the desirable presence of both variations of his signature—”Abraham Lincoln” and “A. Lincoln”—and the considerable amount of handwriting, this is an excellent piece of Lincolniana. Starting Bid $1000 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 13
Scarce 1864 “Executive Mansion” letter from Lincoln to his soon-to-be ousted Vice President
13. Abraham Lincoln Autograph Letter Signed to Vice President Hannibal Hamlin. Civil War-dated ALS as president signed “A. Lincoln,” one page, 5 x 8, Executive Mansion letterhead, March 31, 1864. Short letter to Vice President Hannibal Hamlin, in full: “Yours of this date is received, and the subject of it shall be attended to.” The letter is affixed inside a presentation folder. In very good to fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges, soft creasing, and some small faint stains. In spite of its brevity, this is an exceptionally desirable handwritten letter from President Lincoln made special by three notable traits: Lincoln letters on “Executive Mansion” letterhead are quite rare; correspondence between a sitting president and his vice president, especially during wartime, is not commonly seen at auction; and the proximity of the date to Hamlin’s removal as vice president—two months later, at the 1864 National Union National Convention, Hamlin was dropped from the ticket in favor of War Democrat Andrew Johnson, the Military Governor of Tennessee, a running mate Lincoln believed would prove essential in securing the southern vote and thus winning the reelection. Starting Bid $1000
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Civil War-dated appointment by President Lincoln for a Kansas notable
14. Abraham Lincoln Document Signed. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, January 29, 1862. President Lincoln appoints Capt. William A. Phillips an additional aide-de-camp of General McClellan, specifying that he is being detailed to serve “with the army in Kansas under Brigadier General James H. Lane with the rank of Captain.” Signed neatly at the conclusion by Lincoln, and boldly countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton. Affixed to a slightly larger sheet with newspaper clippings about Phillips on the reverse. In very good condition, with irregular toning, a split to the end of a horizontal fold, and several small edge tears. In 1858, William A. Phillips (1824-93) the recipient of this commission, co-founded Salina, Kansas, and became the first Justice of the Kansas Supreme Court under the Lecompton Constitution. In 1861, Senator James H. Lane, noted militia commander of the Kansas ‘Red Legs’ or ‘Jayhawkers,’ made a number of raids into Missouri. Lane’s sacking of the town of Osceola inspired the novel ‘Gone to Texas’ which was the basis
for the 1976 Clint Eastwood movie ‘The Outlaw Josey Wales.’ In December 1861, President Lincoln appointed Lane a Brigadier General of Volunteers. As a fellow Kansan, Phillips immediately requested and was granted a captaincy on Lane’s staff (this commission). On March 21, 1862, Lane’s commission was canceled following concerns that a sitting US Senator could not simultaneously hold a general’s commission. Eight days later, seeing his position with Lane vanish, Phillips obtained a commission as a Major in the U.S. Army. Lane’s commission would be reinstated in April 1862, but by that time Phillips had already obtained his new commission. Phillips was assigned to command the First Indian Regiment. In July 1862 he was made Commanding Colonel of the Third Indian Regiment. In October 1862 he became Commanding Colonel of the Union Indian Brigade, serving as such throughout the remainder of the war. Post-war, Phillips served as legal counsel to the Cherokee Nation and as a two-term US Congressman from Kansas. Starting Bid $1000
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President Lincoln grants a captured and dying Confederate prisoner of war to “go home with his relatives”
Silver ladle from the presidency of Abraham Lincoln—one of the last artifacts owned by direct or collateral Lincoln descendants 16. Mary Harlan Lincoln Sterling Silver Ladle from Lincoln Presidency. Daughter (1846–1937) of United States Senator James Harlan and the wife of Robert Todd Lincoln. Civil War-era sterling silver Gorham Medallion ladle deriving from the estate of Mary Harlan Lincoln, the wife of Robert Todd Lincoln, measuring 7˝ in length, with reverse of handle engraved with a Gothic “H” and the reverse of handle bearing a hallmark and patent date of 1864. In fine condition. Provenance: The Property of Robert Russell Crans, Jr.
This ladle descended to the consignor from Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mary Harlan Lincoln. To the best of our knowledge, this is very likely the last group of Lincoln artifacts owned by direct or collateral descendants. Starting Bid $200
15. Abraham Lincoln Autograph Note Signed. Civil War-dated ANS as president, signed “A. Lincoln,” penned on the
reverse of a letter sent by Mary Alexander to Colonel William Hoffman, the Commissary-General of Prisoners, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, December 19, 1863. Lincoln’s handwritten note to Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton, in full: “Will the Sec. of War please allow Charles Alexander named within, to go home with his relatives.” The Alexander letter requests that her son, Charles Armistead Alexander, a captured and dying Confederate soldier, be allowed to return to his family. In very good condition, with creasing, paper loss to the hinge, and old tape stains impinging on Lincoln’s handwriting. This particular pardon is unusual, and all the more somber, in that it was elicited by the family of a soldier no longer capable of making the decision himself—Charles Armistead Alexander died at the age of 20 on March 27, 1864. In spite of its brevity, Lincoln’s note captures fully the deep empathy and compassion that characterized both his life and leadership. The president on several occasions traveled great distances to meet and console injured and dying soldiers during the Civil War; that Charles Alexander was a private in the Confederacy only further exemplifies the solicitude and commiseration shown by the sitting president towards all men and their families. Starting Bid $500
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20. Andrew Johnson Document Signed. Partly-
printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, February 17, 1869. President Johnson authorizes and directs the Secretary of State to affix “the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of David T. Phillips and William H. Norton.” Signed neatly at the conclusion by Andrew Johnson. In fine condition, with faint toning to the edges and folds, and a small tear to the upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
21. U. S. Grant Signed Check. Citizens National Bank of Washington City check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by President U. S. Grant, payable to Dr. James Bushman for $90, April 4, 1876. The check is professionally inlaid into the second page of a custom-made 10.5 x 13.75 presentation folder, which also includes an engraving of Grant and an ALS from his son Frederick Dent Grant, dated December 21, 1895, forwarding the “autograph of my father General U. S. Grant.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Unprecedented archive of James A. Garfield, highlighted by over 20 presidentially signed letters, documents, signatures, and an elusive cabinet portrait from his brief tenure in the White House
22. James A. Garfield Archive with (22) Items Signed as President. Significant archive pertaining to the life and
presidency of James A. Garfield, consisting of 47 historical items that include documents, letters, photographs, and political ephemera, nearly half of which were signed by Garfield during his brief period as American president. As he was in office for a mere six months—and incapacitated for two of them—anything signed by Garfield during his presidency is very scarce and highly sought after. Of the collection’s 22 items signed by President Garfield, these include (7) letters/ notes, (7) documents, (6) signatures, one endorsement, and one photograph. Also of consequence is the date of four of these items, which fall within a week of Charles Guiteau’s attack on the president. The highlight of this collection is a virtually nonexistent 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet portrait of President Garfield in a bust-length profile pose, signed in ink as president.
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Five ALSs or ANSs written by Garfield as president, include one of the last letters he ever wrote, penned three days prior to his assassination, and a note to his secretary of state James G. Blaine; two presidential LSs, one of which describes his wife’s “ill and weak” condition; and a handwritten endorsement, also penned several days before he would be shot.
Seven presidentially signed documents, including two addressed to the president of Peru, an appointment of an Indian agent, and an order outlining protocol in the event of the “absence or sickness” of his Secretary of the Treasury. Six beautiful ink signatures, all as president, ranging in date from mid-March to late June, 1881. Also included are two signatures as Congressman, as well as a signature of his assassin, Charles Guiteau. A letter from James G. Blaine informing his son that “The President’s condition this morning is more hopeful,” and a dispatch from Garfield’s attending physician sending an update that Garfield “received a hypodermic injection of one quarter of a grain of morphine” and that his wound’s “appearance is healthy.” Rounding out this remarkable archive is a letter from Lucretia Garfield; various silk ribbons; a newspaper telegraph from July 2, 1881, announcing “President Garfield Shot!”; sheet music for Garfield’s Grand Funeral March; and several original cabinet portraits of Garfield, published by studios such as Brund, Jarvis, and Sarony. An unprecedented high-quality collection, and a veritable mother lode of rare material that would take decades to assemble from scratch. For condition statements and more detailed descriptions of each item, please refer to our online catalog. Starting Bid $20000
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“If you bring back the treaty with the League of Nations in it, make more specific reservation of the Monroe Doctrine”
“By my decision regarding the atom bomb, your husband’s life was spared”
24. William H. Taft Correspondence Lot to Woodrow Wilson: (2) Typed Letters with Handwritten Notes and a Typed Memorandum. Fascinating
grouping of correspondence from William H. Taft to President Woodrow Wilson in relation to the impending ratification of the Treaty of Versailles, consisting of two typed letters and a typed memorandum, five pages in total, with each bearing handwritten notations by Taft. Each missive is accompanied by its rough draft. The first letter is dated March 18, 1919; the “Memorandum for the President,” is dated at the top in pencil by Taft, “March 19th 1919”; and the second letter, dated March 28, 1919, is addressed to Joseph Tumulty, the private secretary of President Wilson. In overall very good to fine condition, with creasing and edge wear to some of the pages. Starting Bid $200
In selecting “a few ‘greatest’ figures in American history,” the Princeton President believes that he would “almost certainly, commit the error of picking out the most conspicuous”
25. Woodrow Wilson Typed Letter Signed. TLS, one page, 6 x 8.25, Princeton
University letterhead, February 13, 1907. Letter to Frank Munsey, the editor of The Scrap Book, in full: “I should very much like to oblige you by complying with the request of your circular letter of February 11th, but it has always seemed to me impossible to give a satisfactory answer to such questions. There are so many fields of greatness that in picking out a few ‘greatest’ figures in American history, one would probably, indeed almost certainly, commit the error of picking out the most conspicuous.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200
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26. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph and Typed Letter Signed. Two signed items, including: a historically significant TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, March 22, 1972, to Mrs. Margot L. Chadwell, in part: “I was pleased to have your letter of March 12, which I read with special interest and all the more so since you consider that by my decision regarding the atom bomb, your husband’s life was spared. I appreciate your wanting to share with me your personal experience.” Second, a matte-finish 3.5 x 5 head-and-shoulders portrait, signed and inscribed in the lower border in ballpoint, “To Lance Balusk, Harry Truman.” Also includes an official double-sided USAAF leaflet in Japanese, 8.5 x 5.5, warning the residents of eleven cities, including Hiroshima and Nagasaki, to flee before the arrival of American bombers. The message reads, in part (translated): “Bombs have no eyes…heed this warning and evacuate these cities immediately.” In overall fine condition. The husband of this letter’s recipient was Lieutenant Colonel George T. Chadwell, who served in the Pacific with the 19th Bombardment Group during World War II and conducted daylight raids against strategic objectives on the Japanese home islands, bombing targets in Tokyo, Nagoya, Kobe, and Osaka. The decision to drop the two atomic bombs on Japan remains one of the most controversial in American history, and was justified by Truman for saving countless American lives that may have otherwise been lost during a military invasion. Only a handful of known Truman letters have content pertaining to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and this is possibly the only letter in private hands in which he mentions the atom bomb saving American lives. Starting Bid $500
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“Trib elect Dewey for one day! It didn’t stick” 2 7 . H a r r y S . Tr u m a n S i g n e d Photograph and Lighter Box. Two
extraordinary items: a choice matte-finish 9.5 x 7.75 photo of Truman holding up the iconic ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune, signed in fountain pen, “Trib elect Dewey for one day! It didn’t stick. Harry S. Truman, 5/16/60”; and a unique Ritepoint Table-Desk Roman Classic cigarette lighter featuring a small image of Truman inside, signed and inscribed on the box in fountain pen to his vice president, “To Hon. Alben Barkley, From the President.” Signed photo and lighter are in very fine condition; the lighter presentation box is in very good condition. When the decision to print this paper was made, returns were coming in very slowly and time was running out before the Chicago Daily Tribune’s deadline. The pro-Republican Tribune staff, based on the early returns, decided Dewey would be the next president. After the newspaper was delivered to the street, more returns came in and showed that Truman would be reelected. Despite their scramble to recover their mistaken papers, about two thousand copies were unaccounted for. Showing Truman gleefully displaying the erroneous paper on his train the next morning, this is one of the most famous political photos in US history. The inclusion of an original White House gift inscribed by the president to his vice president makes this lot all the more unique. A fantastic pairing, with the photo bearing one of the longest and most clever inscriptions we have seen on this famous image. Starting Bid $500
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28. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph. Desirable vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 portrait of Truman by Pach Bros. of New York, signed and inscribed in fountain pen to the studio’s director, “Kindest regards to Alfred Pach, Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition, with a few small creases, and a light paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
30. Jacqueline Kennedy Signed Book. Signed book:
Profiles in Courage: Memorial Edition. NY: Harper and Row, 1964. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 287 pages. Signed neatly on the half-title page in black ballpoint by Jacqueline Kennedy. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG, with some rubbing and edgewear to jacket, and a price-clipped front flap. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Starting Bid $200
“Original White House Material, Removed in 1950” 29. Harry S. Truman: White House 1950 Restoration Brick. Brick
removed from the White House during the expansive renovations undertaken by Harry S. Truman, measuring approximately 8 x 4 x 2.75, and weighing 4.55 lbs, with varying amounts of mortar to the sides. Includes a small plaque with a presidential seal, reading: “Original White House Material, Removed in 1950.” In fine condition, with expected wear. Accompanied by the original cardboard shipping box and letter from the Commission on Renovation of the Executive Mansion, a 1951 letter from the original owner requesting “a brick, salvaged from the repair operations on the White House,” and newspaper clippings concerning the sale of White House souvenirs. Starting Bid $200
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An excessively rare high-level appointment: JFK names the controversial Robert McNamara as his Secretary of Defense
The young Jack Kennedy honors a fallen airman in 1939, two weeks after the start of World War II
33. John F. Kennedy (2) Typed Letters Signed. Two early TLSs by John F. Kennedy, pertaining to a wreath sent for the memorial of Peter George Alexander St. Clair-Erskine, who had been killed while in active service with the Royal Air Force on September 8, 1939, at the outset of World War II. Includes:
31. John F. Kennedy Document Signed as President. Historic partly-printed DS as president, one page, 22.75 x 18.75, January 21, 1961. President Kennedy appoints Robert S. McNamara of Michigan as “Secretary of Defense.” Signed at the conclusion by John F. Kennedy and countersigned by Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Lower left bears the original embossed seal. Framed to an overall size of 25.75 x 21.75. In fine condition. A magnificent presidentially signed document for one of Kennedy’s most significant cabinet members—McNamara proved himself an invaluable resource during a particularly volatile period in American history, helping reorient the national defense system while offering JFK sage counsel throughout the Cuban missile crisis and the burgeoning conflict in Vietnam. Starting Bid $5000
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TLS signed “John F. Kennedy,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Foreign Service of the United States letterhead, September 15, 1939. Letter to Charles R. Nasmith, American Consul at Edinburgh, in full: “I want to thank you for your kindness in sending the wreath out to Rosslyn Chapel. Both my sister and I appreciate it very much‚ I am sorry it was on such short notice. I am leaving next Friday for America, so if you could let me have the bill, I will send you up a check immediately.” TLS signed “Jack Kennedy,” one page, 8 x 10.5, blindstamped American Embassy letterhead, September 19, 1939. Also to Nasmith, in part: “I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of September 18. I am enclosing a check for 25/- in payment for the flowers sent to Rosslyn Chapel. Again I wish to thank you for your kind co-operation in this matter.”
Includes three carbon copies of letters from Nasmith to Edward E. Moore, private secretary to JFK’s father, ambassador Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr., regarding the arrangements for bringing the flowers to Rosslyn Chapel; plus a TLS by Moore, enclosing a check from the ambassador as a reimbursement for the flowers. Per one of the carbon copies, the check was returned as JFK had already paid the bill. In overall very good to fine condition, with light creasing to both JFK letters, heaviest to their upper right corners. The deceased airman, killed one week after the outbreak of World War II, was the brother of John F. Kennedy’s friend Anthony St Clair-Erskine, 6th Earl of Rosslyn. During this period, Kennedy was touring Europe in preparation for his Harvard senior honors thesis, which he would end up writing on the British appeasement that led to war; the final product would be published as a book in 1940, under the title Why England Slept. Five years later, Kennedy’s own brother, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., would also be killed in action over England. Unique, early, and poignant correspondence from the 22-year-old JFK. Starting Bid $1000
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Kennedy’s love letters to his Swedish mistress— “If you don’t marry come over as I should like to see you. I had a wonderful time last summer with you. It is a bright memory of my life” 32. John F. Kennedy Autograph Letter Signed and (2) Partial Handwritten Letters Addressed to Gunilla von Post. Noteworthy union of an ALS and two partial autograph letters (one signed) from John F. Kennedy during his tenure as a Massachusetts Senator, eight total pages, 5.25 x 6.75 and 6.25 x 9.25, dating to 1955 and 1956, each penned on United States Senate letterhead and addressed to Gunilla von Post, a Swedish aristocrat Kennedy had met by chance in Cannes, France in the summer of 1953, just weeks before his wedding to Jacqueline Bouvier.
Postmarked to February 1956, the full handwritten letter, which features seldom-seen humor by Kennedy, reads: “Many thanks for your letter. I must say I was sad to learn that, after all, you are not coming to the U.S. and you are marrying a farmer. Thank God, it is not the one that we drove half way [around] Sweden to see last summer. Macdonald and I have a great affect on women. His friend with him from Sweden [said] she was getting married—and that he should not ever come back to Sweden. I was planning to come back again next summer to see you…& now what will happen. In any case let me know what you are going to do. If you don’t marry come over as I should like to see you. I had a wonderful time last summer with you. It is a bright memory of my life—you are wonderful and I miss you.” Includes the original hand-addressed United States Senate envelope. This is the only Kennedy letter that we have offered that displays open affection to another woman while he was married. The first partial letter from circa 1955, also bearing some uncommon JFK wit, in part: “Dear Gunilla, I must say you looked well and happy in the photograph you sent me at the Regatta. What does ‘Lagsamling Pa Dack Fore Regattan’ mean? Something awful I’m sure. It now appears that Congress will not finish until the 5th of August—so I sail on the ‘United States’ which arrives the 10th of August at Le Havre—and I shall be in Sweden on the 12th. Where do I go. Send me your address at Bastaad where you shall be.”
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The second partial letter, signed “Jack” at the conclusion: “… coming and perhaps you could make me a reservation. I am anxious to see you. Is it not strange after all these months? Perhaps at first it shall be a little difficult as we shall be strangers—but not strangers—and I am sure it will all work and I shall think that though it is a long way to Gunilla—it is worth it.” The lot is accompanied by a second United States Senate envelope, postmarked at Hyannis Port on August 1, 1956, and hand-addressed by Kennedy to “Mrs. Anders Ekman.” The envelope also bears a stamped Kennedy free frank. In overall very good to fine condition, with a small area of paper loss to the earlier letter, and complete separation along its folds, held together with pieces of old tape; the partial letters are fine. As reported in detail in her heart-wrenching 1997 memoir of the relationship, Love, Jack, von Post and Kennedy, who was travelling with his trusted friend Torbert Macdonald, spent a very blissful and intimate week consummating the relationship throughout Sweden in August 1955. Their love in full bloom, over the next year von Post writes in her memoir of efforts on Kennedy’s behalf to end his marriage and to bring her to the United States, all of which was thwarted by his father, his political ambitions, and Kennedy’s and von Post’s mutual sensitivity to the miscarriage suffered by Jacqueline in 1955 and her new pregnancy in 1956. Gunilla von Post and John Kennedy would see each other only one other time, this by chance at a gala at the Waldorf Astoria in 1958 while von Post was pregnant with her first child. Her husband died while piloting a plane in 1960 and Kennedy was assassinated in November 1963; von Post remarried and lived the rest of her life in Florida and, as noted, published her memoir in 1997. This offered group of letters was found among her possessions after her death in 2011 and originates from her estate. Starting Bid $2500
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Earliest known John F. Kennedy inscribed photograph signed “Ken”
President Kennedy letter to Capt. Liddell Hart inquiring about guerilla war tactics
35. John F. Kennedy 1962 Typed Letter Signed as President on Guerilla War. President Kennedy Typed Letter Signed to Captain B.H. Liddell Hart July 27, 1962: exceptional content letter as President Kennedy is researching T.E. Lawrence’s guerrilla tactics as Vietnam heats up and responds to influential English soldier and military historian Captain B.H. Liddell Hart. “I will agree with you that ‘those who frame policy and apply it need a better understanding of the subject than has been shown in the past.’ I was interested in your statement on page 6 that, ‘The ratio of space to forces is a key factor in guerrilla war.’” Kennedy further states, “I am interested in this mathematical calculation, but I haven’t been able to find it in a search through Lawrence’s writings. I would appreciate it if you could drop me a line and give me a more exact reference.”
34. John F. Kennedy 1935 Choate Senior Year Portrait Inscribed to Lem Billings. JFK’s 1935 Choate senior
year portrait photograph inscribed in fountain pen, signed “Ken” his nickname in his yearbook to one of his best friends Lem Billings who would have a room at the White House and remained a best friend to Kennedy his entire life. Also signed by the photographer. Earliest known signed photograph of JFK. Sepia matte-finish 5.75˝ x 9.5˝ image in frame. Starting Bid $1000
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This fascinating letter demonstrates Kennedy’s keen interest in military history and has an important connection to the impending war in Vietnam. Faced with the prospect of a communist threat in southeast Asia, Kennedy increased American involvement in Vietnam—by the end of 1962, the US had dispatched 12,000 military personnel to the region, a tenfold increase from the beginning of JFK’s presidency. Still President Kennedy hoped to avoid combat and possibly it was Kennedy’s study of Lawrence’s success that made him hesitant to engage in guerilla warfare in Vietnam which influenced his decision to remove 1,000 serviceman by the end of 1963, with an intention to bring home all soldiers the following year. This plan was obviously not implemented by LBJ, after President Kennedy’s assassination as the American presence in Vietnam increased dramatically and by war’s end 58,000 American soldiers lost their lives. Starting Bid $500
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President and First Lady signed 1957 Karsh oversized portrait print
Extremely rare signed photograph of President Kennedy with his first cabinet
36. John F. Kennedy and Cabinet Extremely Rare Oversized Signed Photograph. Extremely rare first photograph of President Kennedy with his cabinet taken Jan. 27, 1961 with signatures of the President and all 12 cabinet members: Signatures include John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, Adlai Stevenson, Robert S. McNamara, Dean Rusk, Arthur J. Goldberg, J. Edward Day, Orville Freeman, Abraham A. Ribicoff, Luther H. Hodges, C. Douglas Dillon, and Stewart L. Udall. Historically significant signed artifact of President Kennedy and his cabinet. Starting Bid $1000
37. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Color Oversized Karsh Photograph Signed as President and First Lady. Yousuf Karsh portrait print inscribed by both President Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, 2-6-61: Original photograph taken in 1957 when JFK was still a senator. Stunning 17˝ x 22˝ color Yousuf Karsh photographic print captioned “The President and Mrs. John Fitzgerald Kennedy” Repackaged from the original 1957 image by “Karsh of Ottawa.” Signed and inscribed in black ink by JFK, “For Joe Duke, with the esteem of his friend, John F. Kennedy” (Joe Duke was the Senate Sergeant of Arms at this time). Jackie signs in blue ballpoint, “Jacqueline Kennedy, 2-6-61.” Fantastic signed color portrait of the Kennedys taken by one of the world’s most famous photographers, Yousuf Karsh. Starting Bid $500
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John F. Kennedy’s historic 3-page handwritten draft for his speech announcing his intention to run for the presidency on Jan. 2, 1960
38. John F. Kennedy Historic 3-Page Handwritten Draft for his Speech Announcing his Intention to Run for the Presidency in 1960. JFK’s original 3-page
handwritten draft for his speech, announcing his intention to run for the Presidency in 1960. JFK writes on North Ocean Boulevard Palm Beach, Florida stationary, also included three additional typed pages with JFK annotated revisions, as well as a third draft of two typed pages with additional JFK hand revisions including the famous line that ended this announcement, “It is with this image that I begin this campaign.” An extraordinary and historically significant John F. Kennedy artifact: “I am announcing today my candidacy for the Presidency of the United States.” The three-page handwritten draft, in full: “I am announcing today my candidacy for the Presidency of the United States. The Presidency is the most powerful office in the World. Through its leadership can come a more vital life for our people. In it
are centered the hopes of the globe around us for a freedom and a more secure life. For 18 years I have been in the service of the United States, first as a naval officer in the 2nd World War, and for the past 14 years as a member of the Congress of the US. I have always had an image of America, as fulfilling a noble and historic role as the defender of liberty in a time of maximum peril—and of the American people as confident, courageous and persevering. I seek the Presidency for in that office in the next decade will be determined whether war or peace is to be our fate, and whether the heritage of freedom so forcefully guarded for us from our earliest beginnings can be spread through a war torn world.” Kennedy makes corrections throughout the text, striking through several words, which were incorporated into his final version that was delivered on January 2, 1960. Kennedy’s revisions and corrections appear on the additional typed drafts, including his famous closing line: “It is with this image that I begin this campaign.” Starting Bid $10000
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President Kennedy’s personally-owned lighter given to Dave Powers, 12/25/62, and personally-owned cigar
39. John F. Kennedy Personally-Owned Lighter Given to Dave Powers and Personally-Owned Cigar.
President Kennedy’s personally-owned and used lighter gifted to Dave Powers, and President Kennedy’s personally-owned cigar. President Kennedy’s personally owned and used brushed stainless cigar lighter inscribed in black, “12-25-62, JFK-JBK,” with the Great Seal of the U.S. in black. Lighter shows use.
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Provenance: Dave Powers Estate, McInnis Auction LOA stating, “Dave Powers was not a smoker and told his family that this lighter was owned and used by President Kennedy who then gave it to Dave as a keepsake.” President Kennedy’s personally-owned cigar labeled “SPECIALLY MADE FOR PRESIDENT KENNEDY,” as a gift from the President of the Philippines, framed with a photograph. Starting Bid $500
One-of-a-kind President Kennedy & Attorney General Robert Kennedy signed photograph
40. John and Robert Kennedy Signed Photograph as President and Attorney General. John and Robert Kennedy Signed Photograph: to Terence McCarten the photographer who took this photograph7.5˝ x 9.5˝ glossy black & white photo taken in the Oval Office with McCarten’s contact sheet of 11 images. The only known signed photograph of the two brothers alone, signed by both John and Robert Kennedy.
John and Robert are relaxed and smiling, signed and inscribed in fountain pen by both, “To Terence McCarten, with every good wish, John F. Kennedy” and “To Terence, with thanks, Robert F. Kennedy.” Original contact sheet with 11 images of John & Robert Kennedy from McCarten’s session are included. Terence McCarten was an award-winning news photographer who worked at the N.Y. Herald Tribune and N.Y. Post who met the two brothers while covering the 1960 presidential campaign. An extraordinary image of these American icons and an absolute rarity of great historical significance. Starting Bid $1000
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Kennedy family photograph from Christmas 1962, inscribed to Cecil Stoughton
President Kennedy signs a photograph for one of his youngest admirers! 42. John F. Kennedy Signed Photograph and Typed Letter Signed on White House Stationery. President
John F. Kennedy inscribed photograph in ink to Marian Holliday and a TLS on White House stationery to Marian’s parents: Unique inscribed President Kennedy photograph to Marian Holliday then 10 months old looking up as if she were watching and listening to President Kennedy delivering his speech on television. President Kennedy inscribes this 10˝ x 8˝ cardstock photo, “For Marian—with best wishes, John Kennedy, May 1963” and encloses a typed letter signed as president to her parents which together shine a light again on President Kennedy’s great wit and sense of humor. Typed letter signed as president on official White House stationary to the parents of Marian Holliday: May 13, 1963 Dear Mr. and Mrs. Holliday, Warmest thanks for your thoughtfulness in sending the photograph evidencing the success of your political guidance! It is to be hoped, of course, that a Democratic President will command equally rapt attention in Marian’s later years. With every good wish, Sincerely, John Kennedy
41. John and Jacqueline Kennedy Signed Photograph (Inscribed to Cecil Stoughton). President Kennedy, Jacqueline, John Jr., and Caroline black-and-white photograph dated and inscribed by Jacqueline Kennedy on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 1962 for White House photographer “For Cecil Stoughton who took this picture with our appreciation and best wishes always, Jacqueline Kennedy” and signed below “John F. Kennedy.” (7.5” X 9.5” ) Jacqueline Kennedy considered this her favorite family portrait: Unique, one-of-a-kind signed Kennedy family photograph. Starting Bid $500
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A one-of-a-kind pairing and another example of JFK’s great wit and sense of humor. Starting Bid $500
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President Kennedy’s personally owned and worn 2 neckties with “JFK” embossed on his leather travel case
44. John F. Kennedy: New York Original 1938 Fabian Bachrach Portrait of the Kennedy Family at Home in Bronxville. Extremely rare original 12.75˝ x 9.75˝ photograph showing the Kennedy family in the living room of their home
in Bronxville, New York taken by acclaimed photographer Fabian Bachrach in 1938.
Provenance: photograph originates from Bachrach’s personal collection and was obtained directly from the family. JFK was 21 years old when this photograph was taken and attending Harvard. Bachrach was one of America’s most prominent portrait photographers of the 20th century. A stunning, crystal clear portrait of America’s greatest political family dynasty. The rarity of this photograph is historically significant as this photo is possibly the only formal portrait of this quality in private hands. In exceptionally fine condition. Affixed to a high quality contemporaneous mount and gilt stamped in the lower right by Bachrach. Shown left to right: Joseph P. Kennedy Sr., Patricia Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, Jean Kennedy, Eunice Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, Kathleen Kennedy, Edward Kennedy, Rosemary Kennedy, Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., and Rose Kennedy. Starting Bid $500
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45. John F. Kennedy’s Personally Owned and Worn 2 Neckties with “JFK” Embossed on His Leather Travel Case. President Kennedy’s personally owned and worn two neckties with “JFK” embossed on his leather travel case: letter
of authenticity from President Kennedy’s longtime personal secretary Evelyn Lincoln that the president discarded the case after one of the clasps broke, otherwise in excellent condition, the case measures 13” x 5”. The handsome monogrammed necktie travel case contains two raw silk hand-woven ties, used as president. Ex. Robert White Collection, Guernsey’s, Dec. 2005. Starting Bid $500
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Single-signed baseball by Ronald Reagan 46. Ronald Reagan Signed Baseball. Official Rawlings American League (Brown) baseball signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot, “Ronald Reagan.” In fine condition, with mild toning. A sought-after example of one of the most desirable presidential formats, combining America’s history with its national pastime. Starting Bid $300
48. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph. Choice color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of President Reagan in a tuxedo, raising his glass for a toast, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “With Best Wishes, Ronald Reagan.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
50. Five Presidents Signed Inauguration Day Cover. Fantastic commemorative cover honoring Richard Nixon’s second inauguration day, signed in felt tip by Richard Nixon, Gerald R. Ford, Jimmy Carter, George Bush, and Bill Clinton. In fine condition. A scarce assemblage of five presidents on a desirable philatelic format. Starting Bid $200
51. White House Telephone. Western 47. Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy
8 x 10 Warner Bros. and Vitaphone publicity photo, signed and inscribed in-person in fountain pen, “To Saul, Good luck - Ronald Reagan.” Reverse of photo bears a collector’s stamp date of December 16, 1939, the date the signature was acquired. In very good to fine condition, with some surface impressions to Reagan’s face from notations on reverse, and a light paperclip impression to the right edge. Reagan is quite uncommon in authentic signed photos from this era, as his mother signed most photos for him. Starting Bid $200
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Electric 500 C/D White House rotary desk phone in black, with an image of the White House in the center of the clear plastic rotary dial. The bottom plate bears an “11-74” label, dating it to the administration of President Gerald R. Ford. In very good to fine cosmetic condition, with a rusty bottom plate; working condition untested. Starting Bid $200
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notables
Declaration of Independence Two months before Hancock, as architect of the Massachusetts Compromise, advocates that the Constitution be unconditionally ratified
121. John Hancock Autograph Letter Signed. Boldly signed ALS as governor of Massachusetts, one page, 7.25 x 8.75,
April 10, 1788. Handwritten letter to physician Cotton Tufts, in full: “The Inclos’d Vote will inform you of your Appointment upon a Committee to enquire into the State of the College, in consequence of which I am to request your Attendance on Tuesday next 10 o’clock at the College. I have the honour to be with sentiments of esteem.” In very good to fine condition, with small stains, a tear to the left edge, and a small seal-related hole to the closing. On January 9, 1788, three months before writing this letter, Hancock was elected president of the Massachusetts Ratifying Convention. However, due to a recurring case of gout, he was unable to attend the debates for several weeks until January 30, when he was physically carried into the proceedings wrapped in flannel. The following day, from a speech prepared by the Federalist caucus, Hancock advocated that the Constitution be unconditionally ratified with nine recommendatory amendments, a decision known as the Massachusetts Compromise. When voting closed on February 6th, the delegates had accepted the report by a vote of 187 to 168, thereby ratifying the Constitution. Starting Bid $300
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Fellow ‘Sons of Liberty’ John Adams and John Hancock sign a 1771 legal document a year after the Boston massacre and before the coming Boston Tea Party
122. John Hancock and John Adams Document Signed. Remarkable Revolutionary War-dated manuscript DS, signed “John Adams” and “John Hancock,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 12, December 19, 1771. An indenture between Hancock and Benjamin Cudworth, a deputy sheriff in Boston. Hancock had obtained judgment against fellow merchant Henry Atkins for over 198 pounds, and Atkins’s ship, the “Schooner Adventure,” had been seized and sold at auction by Cudworth to satisfy the debt. In this document, Hancock indemnifies Cudworth for any judgment Atkins or any other party might have levied against Cudworth for that sale. Signed boldly at the conclusion by Hancock with his distinct signature, and countersigned by three witnesses, which of course includes John Adams, then a Boston representative to the Massachusetts General Court. The other two cosigners are Robert Pierpont, one of two coroners who performed an autopsy on Crispus Attucks following the Boston Massacre, and William Tudor, a wealthy lawyer and leading citizen of Boston who had joined George Washington’s army in Cambridge; Tudor provided legal advice to Washington and, on July 29, 1775, was appointed Judge Advocate of the Continental Army. In fine condition, with professional reinforcement to the central horizontal fold. A sensational document dated between two of Boston’s more defining moments—the Boston Massacre of 1770 and the Boston Tea Party of 1773—and signed by two of America’s most beloved founding fathers, men who seven years later would run against each other in the first American presidential election. Starting Bid $1000 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 43
Early handwritten letter from the North Carolina signer regarding the transaction of slaves
Extremely rare handwritten letter from the elusive New Jersey signer
124. Richard Stockton Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Rich’d Stockton,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 12.25,
May 3, 1771. Handwritten letter to a “Mr. Hunt,” consisting of legal content regarding an estate, in part: “I have considered your last state of the case respecting the recovery—Nothing is more fully settled than that the suffering of a recovery after making a will is a revocation; I took it for granted from your first state that the recovery must be said to be after the will, and I confess that your second state has not entirely altered my opinion. The case of Selwyn, as reported by Burrow, does not apply, because the reasons by which the court went upon do not appear.” The letter continues with Stockton citing other cases relative to this one. In fine condition, with two small edge stains. In his 1995 reference History Comes to Life, Kenneth Rendell places Stockton’s autograph material into the ‘very rare’ category among the Signers—an echelon second only to that occupied by the virtually unobtainable Gwinnett and Lynch. This represents just the second ALS from Stockton that we have ever offered. Starting Bid $500
American Politicians 123. John Penn Autograph Letter Signed. Signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation
as a representative of North Carolina (1741-1781). ALS, one page, 7 x 7.75, January 19, 1772. Addressed from Caroline, Virginia, a handwritten letter to an unidentified recipient discussing the sale of some of Col. John Baylor’s slaves, in part: “When I wrote to you I made not the least doubt of having your money by the time I mentioned, but have attended two sales but could not have the negroes sold for near the money. Indeed I would have bid for them myself but you said you did not desire that the Col. negroes should sell for low, and as the Sheriff had…your ext. on the negroes that Col. Baylor had will to his son George, & finding how difficult it was to sell them in Caroline, I agreed to wate till the day before next Hanover Court in order to give Col. Baylor an opportunity of selling this month at Orange Court other slaves, but should he not raise the money by the time I will bid for the negroes or do any thing I can but I will have the money by Hanover Court, had I but have heard from you sooner I might have tried another day of sale but as I did not I was in hope that the money would do by Hanover Court next.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. Includes a custom clamshell presentation case, with label to inside indicating that the letter derives from “The Thomas A. Gray Collection.” In fine condition. Only the second handwritten letter from Penn that we have offered. Starting Bid $1000
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125. Robert Todd Lincoln: Portrait Painting of Margaret Todd Kellogg. Origi-
nal portrait painting of Margaret Todd Kellogg, the half-sister of Mary Todd Lincoln, who commissioned her niece Katherine Helm to paint this portrait for her son, Robert Todd Lincoln. Accomplished in oil on canvas stretched over an oval frame measuring 25 x 30, with the reverse of canvas annotated: “Margaret Todd, Portrait of Mrs. Charles Kellogg, Copied by K. Helm from Missus Kellogg’s portrait for Robert Todd Lincoln.” Reverse of frame also annotated: “Portrait of Mrs. Kellogg, sister of Mary Todd Lincoln.” In very good to fine condition, with some scuffing, and two tears, to the canvas. Originates from the Property of Robert Russell Crans, Jr. Starting Bid $200
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126. Robert Todd Lincoln. Son of President Abraham Lincoln (1843–1926) who served as
Secretary of War in the Garfield and Arthur administrations. Attractive 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite head-and-shoulders portrait of Lincoln, signed in ink, “Robert T. Lincoln.” Reverse bears a “Collection of Americana, Frederick H. Meserve” stamp. In fine condition.
The great slave-turned-abolitionist submits his autograph for the 1864 Sanitary Fair
Frederick H. Meserve (1865–1962) was a world-renowned collector of Lincoln and Civil War-era photography, remembered for compiling a catalog of known Lincoln images. Much of Meserve’s collection of Lincolniana is now held by Yale University’s Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Starting Bid $200
Activists and Social Leaders Douglass prepares to depart for Haiti as America’s new ambassador in 1889 127. Frederick Douglass Letter Signed. LS signed “Frederick Douglass,” one page, 8.25 x 10.25, September 21, 1889. Letter to Ebenezer Bassett, the United States’ first African-American diplomat, who had served as minister to Haiti from 1869 to 1877. In full: “I have just received information from the State Department that myself and family are to be conveyed to Haiti by either the Ossippee or the Kearsarge, one or the other is to sail from Norfolk on the 28th inst. It is advisable that you join me in Washington as early as the 25th. This announcement on the part of the State Department is very sudden. I shall nevertheless make my arrangements to meet the exigency.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the lower left corner, and splitting to the ends of the intersecting folds. In 1888, Republican President Benjamin Harrison, for whom Douglass had faithfully campaigned, nominated him to be the United States’ minister resident and consul-general to the Republic of Haiti. Douglass accepted the challenging post, which came at a time of unrest in Haiti and an era of empire-building in the United States. The Haitian government had been overthrown by the military in 1888, and a stable replacement had not yet been established. Sensing an opportunity, the United States hoped to capitalize. Soon, American gunboats were dispatched in an effort to acquire, by intimidation, the Haitian commune Mole St. Nicholas as a naval base. This placed Douglass in a precarious position—though a patriotic American in support of expansion, he also respected the wishes for sovereignty of his Haitian brethren. Eventually, he found it impossible to reconcile these competing ideals, and resigned the commission in July 1891. Starting Bid $1000 46 |
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128. Frederick Douglass Document Signed. Civil War-dated DS, signed “I am, Dear Sir, Yours Truly, Fred’k Douglass,
Rochester, Sept. 6th 1864,” one page, 5 x 8, August 25, 1864. Douglass signs at the conclusion of an autograph request document issued by the Western Illinois Sanitary Fair Committee, in part: “As a means for increasing the fund for the benefit of our soldiers, and procuring a valuable and interesting collection, the Executive Committee have decided to respectfully request the Autographs of prominent persons.” In fine condition, with wrinkling to the top from two mounting remnants on the reverse. Founded by influential, civic-minded Northerners like Henry Whitney Bellows and Central Park designer Frederick Law Olmstead, the US Sanitary Commission conducted fundraisers throughout the Civil War as a means to better care for sick and wounded soldiers. The group raised an incredible $25 million between 1861 and 1865, and often relied on prominent figures like Douglass and President Lincoln to contribute autographed items. In his attempts to expedite the abolition of slavery, Douglass also used his prestige to persuade Lincoln into granting black soldiers the opportunity to fight in the Union army. A truly remarkable piece of wartime history, and according to ABPC, the only Sanitary Fair document signed by Douglass to appear for sale in the last 40 years. Starting Bid $200
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“As an out and out war resister,” Gandhi expresses that those “who want to do humanitarian service need not join any Red Cross Society”
Mounted photograph signed by the seldom-seen trio of Keller, Sullivan, and Thomson 130. Helen Keller, Anne Sullivan, and Polly Thomson. Rare vintage
matte-finish 8.5 x 6.5 photo of Keller and her assistant, Polly Thomson, seated in their home in Forest Hills, New York, with other guests, affixed to its original 12.5 x 14 mount, prominently signed on the mount in pencil, “Sincerely yours, Helen Keller,” and in ink, “Anne Sullivan Macy” and “Polly Thomson.” Also signed below the image by the photographer, “F. Garcia Monteiro.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the upper left corner, a short tear to middle of the top edge, a couple of tape repairs on the mount’s reverse, and the photo attached only by its bottom edge. Items signed by Keller, her companion Thomson, and her teacher Sullivan are very scarce. Starting Bid $200
Scarf of the new South African flag, signed in 1995 by President Nelson Mandela
129. Mohandas Gandhi Letter Signed. LS signed “M. K. Gandhi,” four pages on two sheets, 5.5 x 8.75, Sevagram,
Wardha, C.P. letterhead, December 10, 1940. Letter to District Judge Edmund Elmar Mack, in part: “You have raised a difficult question. Red Cross work I love. I did it during the Boer War & again during what was then called the Zulu Rebellion and yet again during the late war...But organized Red Cross work has as much a humanitarian as a political side to it. It is part of the war machinery. As an out and out war resister I can not identify myself with it. I have, therefore, at the risk of being misunderstood, opposed people [of my way of thinking] joining the Indian Red Cross Society. But I have done no propaganda against it. I have guided those who have asked my opinion. Those who want to do humanitarian service need not join any Red Cross Society... In happier times I should carry on propaganda for introducing genuine Red Cross work as part of the education syllabus at its early stage so that a young lad or lass of 15 years would be able to render first aid to any person who is in need of it.” The five words in brackets are in Gandhi’s own hand. In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Starting Bid $1000
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132. Nelson Mandela Signed Scarf of the South African Flag. Magnificent Santini scarf of the flag of South Africa,
with the black isosceles triangle featuring an image of Nelson Mandela and a white facsimile signature, measuring 31 x 31 unfolded, signed on the yellow band in black ink, “N. Mandela, 24. 4. 95.” Includes a French-language softcover copy of 491 Days: Prisoner Number by Winnie Madikizela-mandela, who has signed the first free end page in black ballpoint, “All my love, Winnie Mandela, 10-2-2014.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient for the scarf, which reads, in part: “In 1995 Nelson Mandela was a guest on our national entertainment TV show People of the South, hosted by Dali Tambo…At the end of the program all cast and crew posed for a photograph...I had purchased a large scarf that celebrated the new South African flag…While we were standing in line waiting for the audience to disperse, I asked President Mandela to sign my scarf, and he obliged.” Starting Bid $500 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 49
Dr. King inscribes a copy of Stride Toward Freedom— “In appreciation for your unswerving devotion to the idealsof freedom and human dignity”
133. Sarojini Naidu Signed Book. Indian activist and poet (1879–1949) who was the first woman to become the governor of an Indian state, and the second woman to become the president of the Indian National Congress in 1925. Signed book: The Sceptred Flute: Songs of India. Later printing. NY: Dodd, Mead & Company, 1928. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 231 pages. Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen, “Sarojini Naidu, 1929.” Autographic condition: fine, with faint edge toning. Book condition: VG-/None, with cracked hinges, heavy wear and scuffing to spine, bumped top edges, and foxing to frontispiece. A rare autograph from the pioneering writer and politician who campaigned for Indian independence. Starting Bid $200
Booker T. Washington on the absence of “intelligent, cleanly, healthy cooking” in “the Negro’s education”
131. Martin Luther King, Jr Signed Book. Signed book: Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1958. Hardcover with custom quarter-leather slipcase, 6.25 x 9, 230 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in ballpoint, “To my Friend: Julius Kiano, In appreciation for your unswerving devotion to the ideals of freedom and human dignity, Martin Luther King, Jr.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None, with light rubbing to boards and wear to spine ends. As a young African scholar at the University of California at Berkeley, Dr. Julius Gikonyo Kiano became the first Kenyan to earn a PhD. According to Dorothy Stephens in her 2006 memoir, Kwa Heri Means Goodbye: Memories of Kenya 1957-1959, Kiano dated Coretta Scott, the future wife of Martin Luther King, Jr., for five years. The couple separated due to Scott deeming him ‘too bright’ and ‘too political.’ Published in 1958, King’s first book, Stride Toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story, chronicles the planning, events, and aftermath of the first successful large-scale application of nonviolent resistance, the year-long Montgomery bus boycott. A comprehensive and insightful account, the book traces the journey of a community and highlighted King’s transformative devotion to equality and non-violence. An outstanding signed volume from the Civil Rights icon. Starting Bid $1000
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134. Booker T. Washington Handwritten Speech Notes. Unsigned handwritten notes by Booker T. Washington for
an address given before the Birmingham Lyceum on March 30, 1899, one page, 8.5 x 11, penned on the reverse of a sheet of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute stationery. Following a brief list of speaking topics, Washington writes, in part: “It has been surprising to me how the Negro’s education has been overlooked in the very matters that any individual should know most about. Let us take the matter of intelligent, cleanly, healthy cooking. Here is something that directly concerns the whole race, three times a day, every day in the year. Cooking not only concerns directly the whole colored race in this state, but the health and happiness of the white race, for you will agree with me that a large proportion…” In the address, recorded in The Booker T. Washington Papers, Vol. 5, he goes on to note that much of Alabama’s white upper class relies upon black cooks for meal preparation, making this a universal issue. In very good condition, with scattered creasing and staining. Starting Bid $200
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Supreme Court Handwritten letter by Cardozo honoring a colleague 135. Benjamin Cardozo Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Benjamin N. Cardozo,” two
pages, 8 x 10.5, State of New York Court of Appeals letterhead, November 28, 1919. Early letter offering a fine comment on the legal profession, to “Surrogate Fowler” (Robert Ludlow Fowler), replying to a letter containing “a copy of the correspondence on the subject of your portrait.” In part: “Lawyers for many years to come will consult the scholarly opinions from your pen which have given dignity and distinction to the records of the Surrogate’s Court. I rejoice that the opportunity to recall the features and bearing of their author will also be preserved. I cannot tell you, my dear Mr. Surrogate, with what regret I view you approaching retirement. You have ever forgotten the high and solemn significance of the administration of the law; and your example has helped to communicate to the bar an appreciation of the practice of our profession as a great and noble calling.” In fine condition, with light toning. Starting Bid $200
Scientists and Inventors
136. Rudolf Diesel Typed Letter Signed. German inventor and mechanical engineer (1858-1913) famous for the invention of the diesel engine. TLS in German, signed “Diesel,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, personal letterhead, February 11, 1911. TLS in German, signed “Diesel,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, February 11, 1911. Letter to James R. Harris, concerning the formation of the Busch-Sulzer Bros. Diesel Engine Company. In part (translated): “I thank you for your kind communication regarding the incorporation of the new company...As far as the price is concerned, at which Mr. Adolphus Busch enters his investment to the new company, I am in accord with the proceeding as proposed by you.” A typed translation of Diesel’s letter is attached, and a copy of a letter in English to Diesel from Harris is affixed to the reverse. In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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“No, I do not believe in God” 137. DNA: Francis Crick. Permission slip signed “Francis Crick,”
one page, 8.5 x 14, October 18, 1983, reproducing his letter of April 20, 1983 to Paul Rifkin. The original letter read, in full: “No, I do not believe in God,” and reproduces his signature. Below, the authentically signed permission slip reads: “I herewith give Paul Rifkin permission to include this response in his forthcoming book.” In fine condition. Rifkin, posing as a fifth-grade student doing a school project, wrote to notable individuals in a wide variety of fields, posing them all a simple question: ‘Do you believe in God?’ After receiving responses to his inquiry, he replied to reveal himself and ask for permission to publish their answers. With the approval of many respondents, Rifkin edited a compilation entitled The God Letters, published by Warner Books in 1986. A remarkable piece in which one of the discoverers of DNA—the blueprint for life on Earth—confirms his disbelief in a higher being. Starting Bid $300
An Edison family heirloom, dedicated to their “darling daughter” 138. Thomas Edison Signed Photograph. Vintage mattefinish 7.5 x 7.25 photo of Thomas and Mina Edison together in his study, matted to an overall size of 12 x 13.5, boldly signed and inscribed on the mat in fountain pen by Thomas Edison, “To our darling daughter Madeleine, Father and Mother.” Also lightly signed in pencil by the photographer, “George Higgins.” The mat and photograph are detached from the backing due to dried adhesive, but could be easily repaired; otherwise in fine condition, with a small corner bump, and some trivial foxing, to the mat. Born in 1888, Madeleine Edison was Thomas’s fourth child, and first with his new wife Mina. She married the aviation industrialist John Eyre Sloane in 1914, and gave the Edisons four grandsons. A great family piece from the revered American inventor. Starting Bid $200
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Fully functioning 1935 Enigma I cipher machine used by the German military in WWII
139. Enigma Machine. Early, fully operational three-rotor
Enigma I electromechanical cipher machine made for the German military in Berlin in 1935 (most likely by Heimsoeth und Rinke), during the build up of German forces in violation of the Treaty of Versailles prior to World War II. Based on the chassis of the commercial Enigma D, the Enigma I machine was the standard Enigma machine used by the German military throughout the war. It features an ebonite Steckerbrett [plugboard] on the front, which was exclusive to the German armed forces and exponentially increased the complexity of the code. This version of the Enigma is sometimes referred to as the Heeres [Army] Enigma, Wehrmacht Enigma, or Luftwaffe Enigma due to its military-specific application. This machine would have been used to conceal the pre-war expansion of the German military, in addition to being used in the field during WWII and likely thereafter during the Cold War era.
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The Enigma machine is housed in its original stained oak case with hinged lid and hinged front panel, with serial number plate “A3192” inside the lid. Also inside the lid are the original metal stamped “Enigma” label, two spare Stecker cables, 10 spare light bulbs, contrast screen, and original “Zur Beachtung” instructions for cleaning, use, and troubleshooting. The lid also retains its message holder at the top, a metal clip marked “1914”; most examples no longer have this. The inner front panel is stamped “Enigma” and “Klappe Schliessen,” and the case retains its brown leather carrying handle on the back. The front of the case has four small rubber bumpers added later, indicating post-war use in in West Germany or Austria. During the Cold War, the British encouraged a few countries, including Norway, West Germany, Austria, and Israel, to use Enigma machines for sending secret messages—without disclosing that the code had been cracked.
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The three included rotors—marked as “I,” “III,” and “V”—match each other with “A9592” serial numbers. Though the serial numbers of the Enigma machines and their rotors matched when issued, mismatches are typical of field-used machines. Rotors were often swapped out at German communication outposts as they were interchangeable and not dedicated to specific machines. When the machine was issued in 1935, it would have had three rotors marked “I,” “II,” and “III”; beginning in 1937, Enigma machines were issued with five rotors in order to increase their cryptographic security. Those machines already in use by the military were issued rotors “IV” and “V.” The present rotors demonstrate a progression in design, which evolved as resources became scarce over the course of the war. The earliest rotors featured an all-metal construction, while later examples had Bakelite thumbwheels and ratchet wheels. With aluminum thumbwheels and Bakelite ratchet wheels, these rotors represent an in-between step in this progression. Each rotor can display one of its 26 numerals through the three windows in the machine’s cover. They have spring-loaded brass contacts on the sides corresponding to each of the 26 numbers, and they may be arranged in any order on the internal shaft. The specific settings of the rotors and plugboard were determined on a daily basis via a secret codebook that allowed the German forces to synchronize their Enigma machines. The Enigma machine has a standard German “QWERTZ” keyboard with 26 white-on-black keys, with matching “QWERTZ” lighted display. When a key is pressed, the corresponding encoded letter—as determined by the specific arrangement of the rotor wheels and plugboard—is illuminated. The rightmost rotor steps once each time a key is pressed. At an adjustable point it triggers the middle rotor to step, and so on. Through this mechanism, an easily crackable simple substitution cipher is avoided—letters are not encoded the same way twice. An encoded message would be written down and transmitted, usually via radio telegraph (a standard World War II-era German
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Wehrmacht Baumuster T1 telegraph key is included with this machine). In order to decode a message, the Enigma machine on the receiving end would have to be set up with the plugboard and rotor wheels in the same pattern as the sending Enigma: when the encoded message was typed in, the decoded letters would light up, revealing the secret message one character at a time. Since no original batteries have survived, this machine has been modified to accept three modern AA batteries, which are housed in a replica Third Reich battery case. Also includes two reprints of the Enigma operator manuals. First patented in 1918 by Arthur Scherbius, the Enigma machine was developed for use in the transmission of confidential information: in addition to its obvious military and diplomatic applications, the machine found commercial use for the encryption of sensitive financial data. The German military adopted the Enigma as its primary cipher in 1926, after learning that the British had intercepted and interpreted coded German naval messages during World War I. Amidst the subsequent buildup of German forces, Poland felt particularly vulnerable—having been ceded disputed border territories by the Treaty of Versailles—and sought to crack the Enigma. Genius Polish codebreakers—led by Marian Rejewski, Jerzy Rozycki, and Henryk Zygalski—developed techniques for the decryption of Enigma code, and turned over their research to Allied counterparts after Germany’s 1939 invasion of Poland. Alan Turing and the other brilliant code breakers at Bletchley Park continued their important work, speeding up the time it took to decode Enigma messages. The code breaking efforts at Bletchley Park led to the development of the world’s first computers as technology was pushed to defeat German cipher machines. Historians agree that these decoded messages shortened World War II by about two years, perhaps denying Nazi Germany the time needed to develop nuclear weapons. As a functional, early example of the German military’s Enigma machine, this piece is truly a marvel of technological and WWII history. Starting Bid $25000
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140. Guglielmo Marconi Signed Photograph. Handsome vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 11.75 photo of Senator Marconi wearing his captain’s hat, signed and inscribed in the lower border in Italian in fountain pen, “Ai Batelli Bertino…Guglielmo Marconi, Genova 12 Settembre 1931 IX.” Blindstamped in the lower right corner by the photography studio. In very good to fine condition, with small stains and tack holes to the borders, and silvering to the bottom of the image. Starting Bid $200
At the height of his experiments on rabies, Pasteur treats a rabid dog
Praising William Hazlitt as “a rational Christian, and a zealous friend of truth, and of civil and religious liberty” 142. Joseph Priestley Autograph Letter Signed. English theologian, philosopher, and scientist who is credited with the discovery of oxygen (1733–1804). Rare ALS, one page, 8 x 11, February 26, 1783. Letter written from Birmingham, recommending the noted Unitarian minister William Hazlitt. In full: “Mr. Hazzlit laying much more stress on my testimonial in his favour than it deserves, I cannot help certifying, that, tho I have not had much personal intercourse with him, he has been my correspondent many years; that I have every reason to consider him as a rational Christian, and a zealous friend of truth, and of civil and religious liberty. He was uniformly attached to the cause of America in the late contest. I have never heard of any reflection on his conduct as a man, or as a Christian minister; and wherever divine providence may conduct him, he has my earnest wishes and prayers in his favour.” In very good condition, with light staining and soiling, and old repairs to fold splits on the reverse. Starting Bid $200
Religious Figures
141. Louis Pasteur Autograph Letter Signed. ALS in French, signed “L. Pasteur,” one page, 4.5 x 3.5, January 28, 1885. Important letter about his research on a rabies vaccine, in part (translated): “I have received today, from the hands of Mr. Savadon, a dealer in Gray, a dog that has been attacked by a rabid dog. It will not leave my kennel where I will try to make him resistant to rabies despite the bite being probably at least four days old.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold.
After five years of extensive study of the rabies virus and the successful treatment of several infected dogs, Louis Pasteur faced his first human patient in July of 1885. Certain that the severely bitten nine-year-old Joseph Meister would not survive without treatment, he began the course of the 13 injections; after administering all 13, one each day, in progressively stronger doses, Meister regained strength and never developed rabies. After a second successful treatment on a bitten shepherd which began in October, word spread and people began to seek him out for the vaccinations. A remarkable letter by the scientist penned at the height of his rabies research. Starting Bid $200
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143. John H. Cardinal Newman Autograph Letter Signed. English theologian and poet (1801–1890) who was first
the Anglican leader of the Oxford Movement, then became a Roman Catholic priest and cardinal; he wrote the well known hymn ‘Lead, Kindly Light,’ and was canonized as a Catholic saint in 2019. ALS signed “John H. Card. Newman,” one page, 4 x 5, September 28, 1881. Letter to Mrs. Combs, in part: “I am very much concerned to hear of your serious illness. It was too kind of you to make such an effort to write, & I do trust that you did not suffer from it. I fancied you knew about the Lenthalls. I had much esteem and kind feeling for Elizabeth,, The last time I was inside St. Mary’s, was at her funeral. Her sister had the misfortune of a bad husband, who drove her out of her senses; but she recovered them, and for ten years before her death passed her time in peace.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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144. Pope Clement VII Letter Signed. Born Giulio di Giuliano
de Medici in 1478, he served as pope from November 1523 until his death in 1534; the Sack of Rome and English Reformation occurred during his papacy. LS in Italian as papal vice-chancellor, signed “Vr. Giu. Vice Cancell.,” one page, 8.5 x 11.5, Florence, May 11, 1522. Letter to Paolo Vettori, a commander of the papal fleets, asking his advice for a response to a letter received from Don Giovanni Emmanuel. Reverse of second integral page bears the original paper seal. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
145. Pope Pius X Signed Photograph. Born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto in 1835, Pius X served as pope from 1903 until his death in 1914. Known for his conservative, anti-modernist philosophies, he became, in 1954, the first pope to be elevated to sainthood since Pius V in 1712. Vintage matte-finish 6.75 x 9.25 portrait of Pope Pius X, affixed to its original 9.5 x 13 mount, inscribed on the mount with a six-line apostolic benediction in Italian, which begins (translated): “To the beloved son, Priest Pius Stievano…on his first day at the parish church.” Signed “Pius PP. X” and dated to the Vatican on January 24, 1909. In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, scattered small stains, and light toning from prior display. Starting Bid $200
“Women are as free here as anywhere to marry agreeably with their own views and choice”— Young responds to a young recruit, assuring her that the journey to Utah “is each day becoming easier as the railroad progresses”
146. Brigham Young Letter Signed. LS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, June 19, 1868. Written from Salt Lake City, a letter to “Miss Jane Ire, Barrington, Yates County, Pennsylvania, Care of John Johnson, Esq.,” in full: “In reply to your note of May 22, I have to inform you that any one of our faithful Elders or members, with whom you may meet, will give you ‘reliable’ information concerning our religious faith and doctrines and our views as to the wisest and best course of conduct in the affairs of this life. We believe and are striving to obey the same gospel that our Savior taught while upon this earth, obedience to which is blest with the same gifts and blessings enjoyed by the Saints in former days, our God—the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob—being unchanjable, as also is His plan of salvation and the priesthood or authority for administering in its ordinances. Women are as free here as anywhere to marry agreeably with their own views and choice, obedience to every requirement of Heaven being voluntary, in accordance with the agency granted to the human family. Journeying to Utah is each day becoming easier as the railroad progresses, from the terminus of which stages run daily; there are also frequent opportunities for continuing one’s journey from that point with small companies, should stage traveling be deemed too fatiguing. Trusting that my reply may prove, satisfactory.” In very good to fine condition, with some faint toning, and splitting to the ends of the top fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $1000
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World Leaders Signed menu from Churchill’s historic 1942 transatlantic flight—the first by a world leader, after soliciting American support for WWII
149. Winston Churchill Typed Letter Signed. TLS 148. Winston Churchill Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 5 x 8, Ashby St. Ledgers letterhead, February 3, 1905. Handwritten letter to Mr. Morris, in part: “Will you explain…how much I appreciate the courtesy of his invitations, & how greatly I regret my inability to be present at the dinner of the Manchester Automobile Club, I am much pressed just now.” In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Starting Bid $200
147. Winston Churchill and War Cabinet Signed Menu. British Airways menu for a mid-Atlantic dinner on the Boeing Clipper flying boat RMA ‘Berwick’ on January 16, 1942, 4 x 6.5, signed in fountain pen by attendees including Winston Churchill and members of his war cabinet: First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Dudley Pound, Air Chief Marshall Sir Charles Portal, Minister for Aircraft Production Lord Beaverbrook, Senior Assistant Secretary Gen. Leslie C. Hollis, Principal Private Secretary John Martin, and his personal physician Charles Wilson; also signed on the reverse by H. F. Good, a member of the crew. Matted and framed with an original press photo of Churchill preparing to depart from the HMS Duke of York for his visit with President Franklin D. Roosevelt to an overall size of 18 x 11.5; a glass backing allows the reverse to be viewed. In fine condition, with some rippling to the photograph.
Within days of the Japanese surprise attack on the Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Prime Minister Churchill undertook a dangerous transatlantic journey on the Royal Navy battleship HMS Duke of York. He arrived in America on December 22, in time to spend Christmas at the White House. On December 26, Churchill gave a historic address to a joint session of Congress to win support for his concept of the war. In public, he seemed to epitomize the ‘bulldog’ fighting spirit; in private, the strain was taking its toll, and that very evening Churchill suffered a mild heart attack. After concluding his visit, on January 16, 1942, he decided to fly back to Great Britain to save time—this was the first transatlantic flight by a world leader. Starting Bid $500
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signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, Hyde Park Gate letterhead, March 30, 1950. Letter to editor and publisher Desmond Flower, in full: “Thank you for your letter of March 23 and for telling me about the intricacies of publishing Volume III. I am sorry it is so much behind the American edition, but I quite understand the difficulties.” In fine condition. Desmond Flower (1907–1997) was the longtime editor and director at London’s Cassell & Co., a publishing house that released numerous collected speeches by Churchill. Starting Bid $200
Churchill and King George VI appoint a vicar 150. Winston Churchill and King George VI Document Signed. DS, signed by the prime minister, “Winston S.
Churchill,” and the king, “App’d GRI,” one page, 6.75 x 8.5, 10 Downing Street letterhead, July 24, 1942. In full: “Mr. Churchill, with his humble duty to The King, respectfully recommends to Your Majesty the appointment of the Reverend Harry Lionel Ingham, M.A., B.D., Rector of St. Nicholas, Hereford, to the Vicarage of Whittlebury with Silverstone, vacant by the cession of the Reverend Mark Salisbury, LL.D.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 12 x 13.75. In fine to very fine condition. Provenance: Robert F. Batchelder, May 1981. Starting Bid $300
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Royalty 151. Georges Danton Document Signed. Leading figure (1759–1794) in the early stages of the French Revolution, later guillotined during the ‘Reign of Terror.’ Manuscript DS in French, signed “Danton,” one page, 7.75 x 7.25, circa 1793. Document outlining charges brought against an enemy of the state. Mounted in a mat to an overall size of 9.5 x 10.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered soiling, and a tear passing between the last two letters of his signature. Starting Bid $300
153. Alexander II Signed Photograph. Emperor of Russia until his assassination
in 1881 (born 1818), who also served as the King of Poland and the Grand Duke of Finland; became known as Alexander the Liberator for his emancipation of Russia’s serfs in 1861. Rare 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo of the Russian emperor in uniform, nicely signed below the image in ink. A notation on the reverse reads: “Given us by the Emperor Alexander 2nd, 1879.” In fine condition, with a few small edge creases, and a small area of emulsion loss to the upper left corner tip. Starting Bid $300
Scarce document from the Haitian general, readying himself for a “convention of friendship and commerce” between the French Republic and the United States 152. Toussaint Louverture Document Signed.
Military and political leader of the Haitian Revolution, born a slave, who delivered both emancipation and independence to his people (1743–1803). Manuscript DS in French, signed “Toussaint Louv…,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, Germinal [April] 7, 1798. An official letter from Louverture as General-in-Chief of the Army of Saint-Domingue, issued from Port-Républicain to Citizen Létombe, chargé d’affaires and general commissioner for commercial relations of the French Republic in Philadelphia. In part (translated): “I have received the honor of your letter dated 9 Ventôse last, by which you confirm that I should have been sent instructions by the minister of the navy for the purpose of acquainting me with the convention of friendship and commerce established between the French Republic and the United States...I thank you for the details that you add concerning the measures subsequently taken by the government of the United States and at the same time for the newspaper clipping by which you make me aware of how part of the French Antilles has already implemented this convention as far as concerns it.” In very good to fine condition, with a small repaired edge tear, and toning from prior display. Accompanied by an engraving bearing a facsimile signature. Starting Bid $500
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King George V sends thanks to Chinese president Yuan Shikai for “the reproduction of Our Portrait upon porcelain”
154. King George V Letter Signed. Important LS signed “Your Good Friend, George R. I.,” three pages on two adjoining
sheets, 7.25 x 9.25, royal coat of arms letterhead, March 31, 1916. Official letter of state to “Our Good Friend the President of the Republic of China,” in part: “We have received with very great pleasure the reproduction of Our Portrait upon porcelain, which you recently caused to be forwarded to us through Sir John Jordan, our Minister at Peking. We thank you most cordially for this gift which we look upon as a welcome testimony of your friendliness and of the interest which you take in us and our Royal House. Sir John Jordan will have the honour of delivering this letter to you, and we have commanded him to express to you our warm appreciation.” Signed at the conclusion by King George V and countersigned by Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Edward Grey. In very fine condition. A superb state letter acknowledging a fine piece of Chinese art, connecting Great Britain—the greatest world power at the time—with the newly created Republic of China in the early 20th century. Starting Bid $300
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Royal warrant signed by “Marye the Quene,” ordering a finely embroidered garment from the keeper of the great wardrobe
156. Queen Mary I of England Document Signed. Mary I (1516–1558) was the oldest daughter of King Henry VIII who
ruled as Queen of England and Ireland from 1553 until her death at which time her half-sister, Queen Elizabeth I, ascended to the British throne. Her brutal persecution of Protestants earned her the nickname ‘Bloody Mary.’ Manuscript DS, signed “Marye the Quene,” one page, 7.75 x 5.75, June 22, 1557. Royal warrant ordering the livery of her plumber and naming four of her residences, Newhall, Hunsdon, Havering-atte-Bower, and Pirgo, addressed at the foot to Sir Edward Waldegravey, a courtier and administrator who, for his loyalty following the succession crisis of 1553, had been rewarded with a knightship and a position as keeper of the great wardrobe. The plumber would have been responsible for all work in lead on the various buildings, comprising a considerable amount used in roof coverings, drainpipes, and conduits. The Worshipful Company of Plumbers was one of the original livery companies of London. Boldly signed at the head by Queen Mary I.
American West 158. Kit Carson Signature. American scout and soldier
(1809–1868) who takes a place among the most colorful personalities in the Old West. Rare and sought-after Civil War–era ink signature, “C. Carson,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.75 slip clipped from a letter, with his rank penned below in another hand: “Colonel 1st Cav. N.M. Vols., Comd’g Reg’t.” In fine condition, with slight show-through along the left edge from old mounting residue on the back. Serving as an Indian Agent before the Civil War, Carson resigned his post and was enlisted with the New Mexico Volunteers as a lieutenant colonel, leading the 1st New Mexico Volunteer Infantry and training the new men. He was commissioned as a colonel in October 1861, and brevetted brigadier general in March 1865—dating this signature to the wartime period. Provenance: Lot 192, Christie’s, November 8, 2000. Starting Bid $300
159. Sam Houston Autograph Letter Signed. Third-
person ALS signed within the text, “Gen’l Houston,” and with an elaborate paraph, one page, 5 x 8, January 1, 1858. In part: “Gen’l Houston has the pleasure of presenting to Mrs. Jackson Smith his regards & holy day greetings.” In very good condition, with complete splits to horizontal folds (repaired with archival tape on the reverse) and some light foxing. Accompanied by a contemporary three-page letter from “Sally” to “A. Jackson Smith,” in which she says to give her “respects to Gen. Houston” in the closing line. Starting Bid $200
In full: “We woll and com’aunde youe upon the sighte hereof to delyver or cause to be delyvered unto paule Bocher—oure plumer attendinge our workes from tyme to tyme as neyde shall requyre at our howses of newehalle hunsden haveringe at bower and pyrgo withe in our Counties of Essex and hertford yearely frome hensforthe during our pleasure at or against overy Feaste of Saynt John Baptiste theis parcells followinge First thre yeards of read clothe for a Coate at xd the yerd and two yerdes of velvett for gardinge the same coat at xvd the yerd for the enbrauderinge of the said coat withe our lettres of M and R upon the breast and the backe foure shillinges and theis our lettres shalbe youre sufficient warraunt and dischardge in this behalf geven undre our signe manuell at our palace of Westm the xxth day of June in the fourthe yeare of oure Reigne.” In fine to very fine condition. A superb, immaculately well-preserved document signed by the notorious ‘Bloody Mary.’ Starting Bid $1000
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Notorious Figures Uncommonly large sketch of “President Kennedy’s Wounds, 11/22/63” 160. Kennedy Assassination: Dr. Robert McClelland Original Sketch. Oversized original felt tip sketch of “President Kennedy’s Wounds, 11/22/63” on a white 20 x 16 sheet, signed “Drawn by Robert McClelland, M.D., July 2, 2014.” The sketch shows President Kennedy’s head in profile, with the entry and exit wounds labeled on the head and neck. Rolled and in fine condition. Starting Bid $200
“We got the news last evening of the capture and death of Booth, poor fool!”
161. Lincoln Assassination: John Wilkes Booth. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Nassau Hall let-
terhead, April 28, 1865. Handwritten letter by Princeton student Lewis T. Stevens to his sister Annie, regarding the capture and death of Lincoln’s assassin, John Wilkes Booth, in part: “We got the news last evening of the capture and death of Booth, poor fool! He died as he lived and his end was in keeping with the act that ruined him...I was sorry that father did not succeed in seeing the body of the President.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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aviation
265. Roland Garros Autograph Letter Signed. Early French aviator and a fighter pilot (1888–1918) during World War
I. A tennis center was named after him in the 1920s, the Stade de Roland Garros, the stadium that accommodates the French Open tournament, which is officially called Les internationaux de France de Roland-Garros (the ‘French Internationals of Roland Garros’). Untranslated ALS in French, signed “Garros,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 6 x 7.5, personal monogrammed letterhead, November 22, 1911. Boldly penned handwritten letter discussing the meeting of the Federation Aeronautique Internationale, which occurred in Rome on November 25–27. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
266. Charles Lindbergh Signed Photograph.
Great vintage glossy 4.25 x 5 photo of Charles Lindbergh in his aviator’s flight gear, neatly signed in fountain pen, “Charles A. Lindbergh.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing, and a stain to the lower left corner. This photograph was evidently taken in 1927, the year of Lindbergh’s famed transatlantic flight. He became an international hero when he made the first non-stop flight across the Atlantic from May 20-21, 1927, flying from New York to Paris in the ‘Spirit of St. Louis,’ a single-engine monoplane. Starting Bid $200
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military From 7th Cavalry headquarters at Fort Riley, Custer questions President Johnson’s pardoning of “lead rebels” and states that he would “grant the right of suffrage to the colored men” 239. George A. Custer Autograph Letter Signed on Andrew Johnson and Suffrage. Rare ALS signed
“G. A. Custer, Lt. Col. 7th Cav., Bvt. Maj. Gnl.,” four pages on two sheets, 7.75 x 9.75, December 26, 1866. Addressed from Fort Riley, Kansas, a handwritten letter to Republican Senator Jacob M. Howard of Michigan, in part: “Enclosed you will find copies of correspondence with Gen. Alger and Col. McReynolds which I hope you will read carefully and judge accordingly. I assure you I have been misjudged although I will admit I have given past grounds. I have never been the supporter of Mr. Johnson’s policy as represented on the country I have always condemned his…exercise of the pardoning power as well as the conferring of political power upon leading rebels. I attended the Phil. Convention not to support Mr. Johnson or his policy, but with the hope that there would be amassed a plan upon which Congress & the President might unite. As soon as I saw the rises made of the movement by Copperheads and peace men who hoped thereby to regain their former power I turned my back upon the movement and in the only section when I endeavored to exercise an influence, my own dist., I was decided and outspoken against the Johnson Candidacy and supported Hon. F. C…, and as I believe increased the latter’s majority by no inconsiderable number of votes. It has been stated that the President gave me my appointment as Lt. Col. in the regular army. This is an error. I am indebted to Andrew Johnson for nothing. My appointment was decided upon by the Sec. of War and Genl. Grant without the knowledge or advice of the President and before I had taken any part in political affairs. This can be verified by the Sec. of War. I am opposed to the idea of general amnesty, believing amnesty should never be granted to the leaders, so far as political power is concerned. I would grant the right of suffrage to the colored men but would prefer the method of impartial suffrage rather than universal suffrage. I trust you will give this and accompanying papers your favor-
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able consideration and believing me.” In fine condition, with pin holes to upper left corner. In May 1866, Custer returned to Monroe, Michigan, where he considered running for Congress. A conservative Democrat and protégé of Maj. Gen. George McClellan, Custer took part in public discussion over the treatment of the American South in the aftermath of the Civil War, and, as stated in this letter, “attended the Phil. Convention,” the 1866 National Union Convention, which, despite Custer’s personal agenda, was an attempt to galvanize support for President Andrew Johnson and his lenient pro-South Reconstruction policies. Custer’s political entrance included a seat aboard Johnson’s disastrous Swing Around the Circle speaking campaign between August 27 and September 15, 1866, which also featured other Civil War heroes such as David Farragut and Ulysses S. Grant, the latter of which Custer affirms was the chief cause for his commission of Lieutenant colonel (7th Cavalry) on July 28, 1866—and not Johnson, of whom Custer tersely states he is indebted to “for nothing.” Custer distanced himself from President Johnson after the Republicans dominated the 1866 United States elections, victories which led to the incorporation of impartial or Negro suffrage in the Reconstruction Acts, of which Custer, here, says he was in favor. However, in the end, it was Custer’s partisan views and consistent backing of Johnson—and opposing of Grant—that ended his political career before it ever began. On June 29, 1869, Custer applied through Gen. William T. Sherman to President Grant for an appointment as Commandant of West Point. Grant, no longer a proponent of the ‘Boy General,’ denied the appointment and kept Custer at distance amongst the Indians in the politically remote Great Plains. Starting Bid $5000
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space 271. Astronauts (11) Signed Postcards on the Eiffel Tower’s 100th Birthday. Interesting collection of 11 handwrit-
ten and signed postcards from astronauts, sent to congratulate the Eiffel Tower on its 100th anniversary in 1989. Includes: Wally Schirra (“My father tried to fly a Spad aircraft through your legs during World War I, and I could imagine launching into Space with you in the 1960s, I hope you have 100 more”), Charlie Duke, Charles Conrad, Frank Borman (“Fine memories of a lovely lady!”), Rusty Schweickart (Happy Birthday Mme. Eye-Ful!”), Harrison Schmitt (“To ‘La Tour Eiffel’ and the future!”), Al Worden (“Happy Birthday to one of the Best Known Wonders of the World”), Deke Slayton (“Many more centuries of health to La Tour Eiffel”), Guion S. Bluford (“Happy Birthday Madame Eiffel Tower on your 100th Year”), Duane Graveline, and Scott Crossfield (“May your beacon of the human spirit shine for hundreds of more years”). In overall fine condition, with occasional postal cancellations. Starting Bid $200
273. Al Worden’s ‘Quiet Birdmen’ Membership Card. Al Worden’s metal membership card for the “Quiet Birdmen” secret society, 3.25 x 2, engraved with his name and membership number, “Alfred M. Worden, #41427.” The text reads: “The bearer is a member of ye Anciente and Secret Order of Quiet Birdmen, Founded January 1921, and is a certified goodfellow. He has mounted alone into the realms beyond the reach of Keewee and Modock and should be accorded all gestures of friendship and aid by fellow Quiet Birdmen wherever they may meet.” In very fine condition. Founded by a group of WWI airmen, the ‘Quiet Birdmen’ is a secretive club for male aviators. The organization meets in various locations, never announced to the public, and members are accepted by invitation only. The group has counted such notable flyers as Buzz Aldrin, Richard E. Byrd, Gordon Cooper, Jimmy Doolitte, Charles Lindbergh, Eddie Rickenbacker, Wally Schirra, and Igor Sikorsky amongst its ranks. From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $200
272. Neil Armstrong Signed Stamp. Belgian souvenir postal sheet featuring a 20F stamp honoring the Apollo 11 astronauts, 3.75 x 5, neatly signed in crisp blue ballpoint by Neil Armstrong. Armstrong signed these Belgian stamp blocks while under contract to Sieger in 1970–71. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
274. Al Worden’s Apollo 15 Lunar Orbit-Flown Flag. Al Worden’s flown American flag carried on the Apollo 15 Com-
mand Module ‘Endeavour,’ 6.25 x 4, signed and flight-certified in black felt tip, “Flown to the Moon on Apollo 15, Al Worden, CMP.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a detailed letter of provenance signed by Worden, in part: “I hereby certify that the United States flag included with this letter and marked with my signature and flight number went to the moon aboard Apollo 15 in the spacecraft ‘Endeavour.’ It remained in the command module during the lunar orbit phase of the flight. It has been in my personal possession since then.” From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $300
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277. Al Worden’s Signed Alan Bean ‘In the Beginning’ Artist’s Proof Print. Al Worden’s limited edition color 26 x
275. Al Worden’s Apollo 15 Unflown Robbins Medallion. Al Worden’s unflown Apollo 15 Robbins Medal, approximately
32 lithograph of an Alan Bean painting entitled ‘In the Beginning…,’ numbered AP 116/150, signed in pencil by 20 Apollo astronauts, each signing under his mission emblem. Signers are: Wally Schirra, Walt Cunningham, Frank Borman, Jim McDivitt, Rusty Schweickart, Tom Stafford, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Charles Conrad, Richard Gordon, Alan Bean, Fred Haise, James Lovell, Harrison Schmitt, Charlie Duke, Dave Scott, Al Worden, Alan Shepard, Stu Roosa, and Edgar Mitchell. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original presentation folder from The Greenwich Workshop, which bears some dampstaining to the spine. From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $200
1.5˝ diameter, with a raised design on the face of the Apollo 15 mission insignia. The reverse of the sterling silver medal is engraved “Man’s Flight Through Life Is Sustained by the Power of His Knowledge” along with the July 26, 1971, launch date; July 30, 1971, moon landing date; and August 7, 1971, return date. This medal is serial numbered “203” along the edge and includes its original matching plastic case. Condition is mint state. From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $200
278. Al Worden’s Unissued NASA Distinguished Service Medal. Unis-
sued NASA Distinguished Service Medal from the collection of Al Worden, featuring a 1.75˝ diameter medal with emblem reading, “Distinguished Service, NASA,” suspended from a navy-and-teal ribbon. The back is blank, not engraved with his name as the issued example is. Sealed in its original plastic and in fine condition. The NASA Distinguished Service Medal is the highest award which may be bestowed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration of the United States: it may be presented to any member of the federal government, including both military astronauts and civilian employees. From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $200
276. Al Worden’s Collection of (6) Apollo 15 Prints. Six modern oversized color glossy 16 x 20 prints associated with Apollo 15, showing Worden’s deep space EVA, three of the Apollo 15 CSM Endeavour in orbit, a map of the lunar landing site, and Worden posing in his white space suit. Rolled and in overall fine condition. From the collection of Apollo 15 CMP Al Worden, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his daughter Alison (Worden) Penczak. Starting Bid $200
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art, architecture, and design 328. Édouard Manet Autograph Letter Signed. Important 19th century French
painter (1832–1883) whose works were a seminal influence on the impressionists of the succeeding generation. Boldly penned ALS in French, signed “E. Manet,” 4 x 6.75, 4 rue Saint-Petersbourg letterhead, no date. Untranslated. In fine condition. Manet’s studio was located at 4 rue de Saint-Petersbourg from 1872 to 1878. Starting Bid $200
330. Pablo Picasso Signed Book. Signed book: Chefs-d’oeuvre des collections suisse de Manet a Picasso: Catalogue Officiel, Exposition Nationale Suisse, Lausanne, 1964. First edition. Lausanne: Skira, 1964. Softcover, 8.75 x 11. Signed on the half-title page in colored pencil, “Picasso, 19.9.65,” underlining his name in blue and red. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None, with some minor delamination to the cover. In addition to the masterpieces by Picasso and Manet, the exhibition featured works by Van Gogh, Degas, Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, Cezanne, Gauguin, Matisse, and others. Starting Bid $300
329. Joan Miro Autograph Letter Signed. Boldly penned ALS in French, signed “Miró,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, June 29, 1935. Untranslated letter written from the “Hôtel Recamier, 3 Place St.–Sulpice” in Paris. In fine condition. During the first several months of 1935, Miró created a group of paintings on cardboard that he later described as a summary, or self-assessment, of his own career up to that point. The imagery of Person in the Presence of Nature, which was part of that series, expresses the artist’s response to impending civil war in Spain. Starting Bid $300
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331. Pablo Picasso Signed Envelope. Hand-addressed mailing envelope, 5.75 x 4.5, addressed by Picasso to his friend and personal secretary “Monsieur Jaime Sabartes, 7 Rue des Grands Augustins, Paris,” with Picasso incorporating his signature and address on the reverse, “Envoi Picasso—mas N. d. de V., Mougins, A.M.” The envelope bears a Cannes Film Festival stamp with postmark dated March 7, 1962. In fine condition, with opening-related loss to the bottom edge. Starting Bid $200
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literature 332. Pablo Picasso Signed Booklet. Frenchlanguage booklet entitled ‘Picasso, Deux Periodes: 1900-1914 & 1950-1954,” 24 pages, 6.25 x 8.5, signed prominently on the title page in blue artist pencil, “Picasso.” Published in 1954 by Maison de la Pensee Francaise. In fine condition, with some light staining to the front cover. Starting Bid $200
“Very deep fog so thick it can be cut with a knife”— an Impressionist observes London
333. Camille Pissarro Autograph Letter Signed. Highly regarded French painter (1830-1903), one of the leading figures of the impressionist movement, best known for his distinctive pointillist style. ALS in French, signed “C. Pissarro,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 6.75, black-bordered letterhead, September 14, 1898. Letter to his son Rodolphe, written from the Hotel d’Angleterre in Rouen. In part (translated): “I hope you do not forget your exercises. Don’t mess with this. You know it is absolutely necessary to develop your chest...You can not stay in London later than September. October is very bad to do the cross over of the channel...If you need a warm coat, you may have one made...For many years humidity has also been considerable in France and a little less in England...it is evident that London in particular, and England in general, are the country by excellence of mist, of very deep fog so thick it can be cut with a knife. So, no mistake about that. We don’t need to be smart to know this.” In fine condition, with old tape reinforcement along the inner hinge. Starting Bid $200
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On his VALIS visions: “I must have seen into the very heart of God, his very einai, esse, Sein, essence; what a thing to experience!” 351. Philip K. Dick Typed Letter Signed. TLS
signed “Love, Phil,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, September 12, 1981. Letter to science fiction author Patricia Warrick, in part: “Well, I got it right—originally; and it is in VALIS...It is a terrifying vision and it is real; moreover, I did not learn about it from reading books on theology or even thinking about it; I experienced it, first as a problem (back in 1964 when I saw the visage of Palmer Eldritch in the sky) and then in March, 1974, ten years later, as a solution: the Logos, which is Christ or Holy Wisdom, who saves us and in fact all creation from the irrational will of God. Now, this is very scary and I am glad that finally I saw the resolution and solution, because to be exposed to the raw, irrational will of God—to perceive this as his essence—is a terrifying matter...I must have seen into the very heart of God, his very einai, esse, Sein, essence; what a thing to experience! I tremble, remembering this.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
353. Robert Frost Autograph Quotation Signed.
AQS on an off-white 5.75 x 4.5 album page. Frost pens a line from his poem ‘Mending Wall,’ in full: “Something there is that doesn’t love a wall, Robert Frost.” In fine condition, with light edge toning and scattered light foxing, all easily matted out. First published in 1914’s North of Boston, ‘Mending Wall’ has become one of the most-anthologized and studied pieces of American poetry. Starting Bid $200
356. Gertrude Stein Autograph Letter Signed. ALS,
one page on a 5 x 4 personal 27 rue de Fleurus stationery card (with circular “a rose is a rose is a rose” quotation), no date. Handwritten letter to French graphic artist Georges Hugnet, in full: “Alright Friday, about three, best to you always.” In fine condition, with a short tear and crease to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
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“Homeopathy no doubt has often been successful, or seemed so, but so has every new theory of medicine that has ever had partisans” 354. John Stuart Mill Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “J. S. Mill,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7.5, June 27, 1847. Letter to Mr. Masson, in part: “I have been shamefully long in acknowledging receipt of the pamphlet you sent me. Pray thank Dr. Russell from me for it & for the very handsome mention of my book…It makes me think better of Homeopathy than I ever did before to find that such a person has embraced it. To say the truth however, he has made me think more highly of Dr. Faber than I knew there was any ground for, since it appears Dr. F. is quite aware of the exceedingly imperfect state of his art—a conclusion which I had long since come to, & partly on the very ground which he seems to take, viz that the most opposite modes of treatment seem to be about equally successful or equally inefficacious in their practical results. Homeopathy no doubt has often been successful, or seemed so, but so has every new theory of medicine that has ever had partisans. I am not, however, at all prejudiced against Homeopathy. I know some of the facts which it is supported by & am very ready to back more of them.” In fine condition, with light toning, and a short split, along the hinge. Starting Bid $200
Handwritten letter by E. B. White with charming Charlotte sketch, in reply to touching “expressions of feeling about ‘Charlotte’s Web’”
357. E. B. White Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “E. B. White” with a sketch of Charlotte, three pages in a 5 x 8.5
card depicting a New England winter, January 17, 1977. Lengthy handwritten letter to Mr. Goldberg, responding to students’ comments on his beloved book Charlotte’s Web. In part: “This letter is to you, and to the children whose letters you forwarded to me. I was pleased and touched by your expressions of feeling about ‘Charlotte’s Web,’ and I thank you all for taking the trouble to write. I read Mrs. Goldberg’s letter first and learned that she had finished her thirteenth reading of the book. That must be something of a record. Anyway, I was moved by its warmth of feeling about the characters and the story—it means a great deal to me to receive such a lovely letter. Then I went on and read all the other wonderful letters from the class. They were great, and I feel very good that I was able to tell a story that amused and interested you all. I want to thank Felise Schaeffer, too, for the picture of Wilbur that she put at the bottom of her letter. I wish I could draw as well as that. I still live in Maine, but my barn seems empty and forlorn these days. The sheep are gone, there are no pigs or cows. Even the big grey spiders have disappeared. Once in a while, Templeton shows up and steals grain from the hens. The hay is gone from the mows, and the barn seems quiet, except for the geese. The geese are still with me, and they still give me a loud welcome when I go out at 6 o’clock in the morning, long before daylight.” In fine condition, with light edge toning. Extraordinary content with a fantastic sketch of his most famous character. Starting Bid $200
Handwritten character summaries from an O. Henry play 355. O. Henry Handwritten Manuscript. Short story writer born William
Sydney Porter (1862–1910) known for his use of the surprise ending. Partial handwritten manuscript in pencil by O. Henry, unsigned one page, 7.75 x 9.75, no date. The great short story author writes out descriptions of two characters from his musical comedy Lo, a story about a countess’s attempt to start a revolution in South America. In full: “Countess Della Plata, A wealthy lady revolutionist who has financed revolutions all over South America and in other countries. She is large, handsome, dashing and courageous. She is a champion of woman’s rights—a modern Joan of Arc or Boadicea in spirit. She has obtained permission to accompany the expedition to Yucatan, with the object of stirring up a revolution there against the existing government. Miss Judkins—Teacher in Carlisle Thread College, in charge of the class of girl graduates who also accompany the expedition.” In very good to fine condition, with toning, edge chipping, and reinforcement on the back of the central horizontal fold. The musical debuted in Milwaukee in August 1909. Starting Bid $300
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Exquisite Sinclair Bull portrait of Wodehouse in his prime 358. P. G. Wodehouse Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Wodehouse in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Mush, Best wishes, P. G. Wodehouse, Oct 3, 1936.” Blindstamped in the lower right by Clarence Sinclair Bull, with his photographer’s stamp to reverse, as well as the collector’s notation about where it was obtained: “20th Century, Grand Central, Sat. Oct. 3, 1936.” In fine condition, with a crease to the upper left corner tip and some mild scuffing. A terrific image, much earlier than typically seen. Starting Bid $200
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music 379. Leo Delibes Autograph Musical Quotation. Notable French composer of ballets and operas (1836–1891). Superb partial unsigned handwritten musical manuscript by Delibes, one page, 13.75 x 10.5, no date. Delibes pens 24 bars from ‘L’Air des clochettes’ (The Bell Song) the most famous aria from his 1883 opera Lakmé. An identification notation is penned in the upper right in the hand of his wife. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing, and intersecting folds. A precious musical manuscript, comprising the most famous part from his most famous work. Starting Bid $200
382. Richard Strauss Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. AMQS on an off-white 7 x 5 album
page, signed and inscribed in bold ink, “A Monsieur Oberdoerffer, souvenir, D. Richard Strauss, Paris, 14 Mai 1914.” Strauss pens a couple bars from his ballet Josephslegende [The Legend of Joseph], which premiered at the Paris Opera on May 14, 1914. In fine condition, with light edge toning. Starting Bid $200
384. Miles Davis Signed Photograph. Highly desirable
matte-finish 4 x 5.75 close-up photo of Davis, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip “Miles,” emphatically punctuating his name with an eighth note. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
380. Charles Gounod Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. French composer (1818-1893)
best remembered for his composition of ‘Ave Maria.’ AMQS on an off-white 10 x 7 musically lined sheet, signed and inscribed in ink, “A Mademoiselle Therese Jadin, Hommage respectueux…Ch. Gounod, Paris, le 23 avril/64.” Gounod pens five bars of music and lyrics from the fourth act of his opera Mireille. In fine condition, with uniform toning. Starting Bid $200
Cohan pens the chorus and lyrics to his iconic 1917 war anthem ‘Over There’
383. George M. Cohan Autograph Musical Quotation Signed for ‘Over There’. Magnificent AMQS on an off-white
381. Gioachino Rossini Document Signed. Partlyprinted DS in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 3.5, March 5, 1855. Untranslated pay order issued to Filippe Santocanale and directing him to pay a sum “to the order of David Levi.” Signed boldly at the conclusion by Gioachino Rossini. Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 20.75 x 11.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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9.5 x 12.5 sheet of music paper, signed neatly in the lower border in fountain pen by George M. Cohan, who pens over 30 bars of music for the “Chorus of ‘Over There,’” with Cohan adding six lines of lyrics or “words” to the last four staves: “Over there—over there—Send the word, send the word / over there. That the Yanks are coming, the Yanks are / coming, the drums rum-tumming ev’rywhere / So prepare, say a pray’r, send the word, send the word / to beware—We’ll be over, we’re coming over / And we won’t come back ‘till it’s over over there.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Angus to his girlfriend during the 1977 Let There Be Rock Tour—”After we finish here in America we start Europe again (busy boy hah!)”
The Beatles rock Weston-super-Mare for six straight nights
385. AC/DC: Angus Young. Early ALS signed “Angus, xxxx,” penned inside a greeting card, measures 8 x 9.25 open, postmarked at Cleveland, Ohio, on August 23, 1977. Letter to “Lee (Captain),” his then girlfriend Lee Widdows, in part: “Been having a great time, right now were in Cleveland, Ohio, its raining too (I’m feeling lonely boo! hoo!) After we finish here in America we start Europe again (busy boy hah!).” Young adds a postscript that includes his address, and at the bottom Young has drawn a ‘kissing lips’ sketch and adds “For you, xxxxx.” In fine condition, with some soiling to the outside of the card. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by the original hand-addressed mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
The Beatles sign alongside Swiss soccer stars
387. Beatles Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” “Paul [McCartney],” and “Ringo Starr,” on opposite sides of a single off-white 4.75 x 3 album page, still housed in its original Swedish autograph album; other signers in the album include soccer stars Nacka Skoglund, Gunnar Nordahl, Bengt Berndtsson, Per-Owe Trollsas, Reino Borjesson, and Nils Johansson. In fine condition, with weak ink flow to the start of Lennon’s first name. Starting Bid $1000
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386. Beatles Signed 1963 Odeon Theatre Program. Rare The Beatles Show ‘vintage orange’ program for performances held at the Odeon Theatre in Weston-super-Mare, England, on July 22–27, 1963, measures 8 x 10.5, twelve pages, signed inside on the “Meet the Beatles” section next to their respective images in blue ink or ballpoint, “George Harrison,” “Paul McCartney, xxx,” “Ringo Starr, xx,” and “John Lennon.” The program is also signed inside by Gerry and Freddie Marsden, and Les Maguire, who signs twice, as well as Tommy Quickly. In very good condition, with overall creasing and handling wear, and a vague central horizontal fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. A day after playing the Queen’s Theatre in Blackpool, the Beatles ventured to the seaside town of Weston-super-Mare in Somerset, England. For six consecutive nights, the Beatles played back-to-back sold-out shows at the Odeon Theatre, while during the day the group attended beach photo-shoots, had their hair cuts at Lloyd and Osborne, visited an injured fan in the hospital, and spent ample time mixing with the locals. An exceptionally rare program with fantastic display value. Starting Bid $1000
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391. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Ball-
point signature and inscription, “To Jan, all the best! Paul McCartney, Cardiff, 2002,” at the bottom of a Starflight Aviation fax, 8.25 x 11.75, which was sent on February 19, 2002, confirming the booking of a ‘Chauffeur Driven Car’ from Cardiff Airport on February 23, 2002. The passengers in the car are listed as “Mr. & Mrs. Jones,” aliases for the actual passengers: Paul McCartney and Heather Mills. In very good to fine condition, with three horizontal folds, and light overall creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, and by a letter of provenance from the wife of the original recipient. Starting Bid $200
388. Beatles: George Harrison. Color satin-finish 10 x 8
photo of George Harrison, DJ Dave Cash, and Barry Sheene standing next to a silver Porsche 924 taken at the Silverstone motor racing track on January 6, 1979, signed in blue ink by Harrison. The photo is also signed in black ballpoint by Steve Price of Bad Company. Reverse of photo bears a Bill Bates of Van Hallan photo credit stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Harrison was at the track to take part in the ‘Gunnar Nilsson Endurance Drive’ in aid of the Gunnar Nilsson Cancer Treatment Campaign, which took place between January 6–13, 1979. Starting Bid $200
394. David Bowie Signed CD. Scary Monsters CD by David Bowie, signed on the front cover in purple felt tip, “Bowie, 2001.” In fine condition. The CD is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
389. Beatles: John Lennon. Felt tip signature of John
Lennon on an off-white 4.25 x 1 slip clipped from a document, identifying him as “John Winston Ono Lennon.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
392. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Small vintage 4 x 2.5 photo of McCartney clipped from a program or magazine, nicely signed in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney.” In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing, and some scattered small stains. Starting Bid $200
395. David Bowie Signed Album. Aladdin Sane album
signed in black felt tip, “Bowie, 2003.” In fine to very fine condition. The record is included. Consignor notes that the autograph was obtained in person when he visited the radio station HR3 in Frankfurt, Germany. Starting Bid $200
393. Beatles: Ringo Starr. Beautiful signed book: Photograph.
390. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Attractive left-handed Hofner ‘violin’ or ‘Cavern’ B-Bass HI-Series bass guitar finished with
a print of the front cover to the Beatles landmark album Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, signed nicely on the pearloid pickguard in black felt tip by Paul McCartney. In fine condition. Originally designed by Walter Hofner in 1955, the beautifully shaped ‘Beatle bass’ remains a highly sought-after piece of musical equipment, with this instrument enhanced furthermore by its influential signer and its entirely uncommon, highly displayable Sgt. Pepper’s finish. Starting Bid $200
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Limited edition, numbered 2469/2500. Surrey, England: Genesis Publications, 2014. Hardcover half-bound in Italian leather with presentation box, 11.5 x 14, 304 pages. Signed on the colophon in black felt tip, “Ringo.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original drawstring bag and promo flyer. An absolutely stunning, luxurious Genesis volume. Starting Bid $200
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Stunning example of the Eagles second studio album Desperado, signed by all four original band members
398. Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia. Signed book: Our Sexuality by Robert Crooks and Karla Baur. Later printing. Menlo Park, CA: The Benjamin/Cummings Publishing Company, Inc., 1981. Hardcover, 7.5 x 9.5, 559 pages. Signed upside down on the title page in black ballpoint, “Hi there, Jerry Garcia.” In fine condition. Consignor notes that this autograph was originally obtained in an airport, where the recipient had only this book to have autographed—that the Grateful Dead were major contributors to the ‘free love’ attitudes of the 1960s makes it an excellent unintentional association piece. Starting Bid $200
397. The Eagles Signed Album. Desperado album by the Eagles, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by Don Henley,
Glenn Frey, Randy Meisner and Bernie Leadon. In very fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from JSA and REAL. Early and fully signed Eagles albums are highly sought after, with this particular example one of the finest signed Desperado albums we have seen. Starting Bid $300
Rare first pressing promotional copy of Appetite for Destruction, signed by the original Guns N’ Roses lineup
“The best of luck + happiness to you, Jimi Hendrix,” written from Blackpool in 1967
399. Guns N’ Roses Signed Album.
Appetite for Destruction first pressing promotional album by Guns N’ Roses, signed on the back cover in multi-colored paint pen by all five original band members: Axl Rose, Slash, Izzy Stradlin, Duff McKagan, and Steven Adler. This first pressing of Appetite for Destruction features the uncensored Robert Williams cover with first issue oval ‘language warning’ sticker and gold ‘promo use-only’ embossed print. In fine condition. The record and the original cross logo promo sticker are included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and Walls of Sound, with the latter stating that the signatures were obtained on September 12, 1987, following a concert at the Palmer Auditorium in Austin, Texas. Starting Bid $500
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400. Jimi Hendrix Signature. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Barry, the best of luck + happiness to you, Jimi Hendrix,” on an off-white 7.25 x 4.5 sheet. In very good condition, with overall creasing, and an old tape stain to the upper left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, an Engelbert Humperdinck signature, which was obtained at the same time, and a letter of provenance from the son of the original recipient: “My father, Barry Shearman was a member of the security team for Jimi Hendrix when he visited Blackpool in 1967 when supporting the Walker Brothers at the Blackpool Opera House. He obtained the autograph of Jimi Hendrix on this occasion.” Starting Bid $500
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Sought-after handwritten lyrics for ‘The Masterplan,’ a personal favorite of Noel Gallagher 401. Oasis: Noel Gallagher. Handwritten lyrics to the Oasis song “The Masterplan,” unsigned, penned in blue ballpoint by Noel Gallagher on an offwhite 7.75 x 11 notebook sheet. The lyrics, in part: “Take the time to make some sense / Of what you want to say / And cast your words away upon the waves / Sail them home with Acquiesce / On a ship of hope today...How it’s gonna be, please brother let it be / Life on the other hand / won’t make us understand / We’re all part of the masterplan / Say it loud and sing it proud today.” In fine condition, with light creasing and intersecting folds. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $300
402. Rolling Stones Signed 1994 Program. Program for the 80th anniversary of the Crescent School in Toronto, Canada, 8.5 x 11, signed on the front cover in silver ink by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ronnie Wood, with the latter two adding “94” next to their signatures. The front cover has also been signed by the Rolling Stones touring band Bobby Keys, Chuck Leavell, Bernard Fowler, Daryll Jones, and Lisa Fischer. The Stones hired the school in the summer of 1994 while they were rehearsing for their 1994-95 ‘Voodoo Lounge’ world tour. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $300
403. Van Halen Signed Album. Five-track promotional album from Van Halen,
issued by Warner Brothers for the release of the band’s forthcoming self-titled debut record, signed on the sleeve in gold grease pencil by Michael Anthony, David Lee Roth, and Eddie and Alex Van Halen. The B-side of the clear red vinyl record features the rare “Looney Tunes Merrie Melodies” label with police officer Elmer Fudd. In very good to fine condition, with corner creasing, light edge wear, and some surface loss to the back cover. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. An incredibly scarce and early record elevated by a large cast of Van Halen signatures that predate their debut release. Starting Bid $200
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classic entertainment Over 500 classic Hollywood and British cinema legends, including Welles, Reagan, Flynn, and Taylor
476. Hollywood and British Cinema (8) Autograph Albums with Over 500 Signatures. Eight vintage autograph
books, ranging in size from 5 x 4 to 7.5 x 5, which collectively contain over 500 signatures of legendary actors, actresses, and filmmakers of classic Hollywood and British cinema. Highlights include: Orson Welles, Ronald Reagan, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Errol Flynn, James Stewart, Cary Grant, Vivien Leigh, Laurence Olivier, Joan Crawford, Ava Gardner, Marlene Dietrich, Gene Kelly, Montgomery Clift, Gregory Peck (2), Joseph Cotten, Rita Hayworth, Diana Dors, Myrna Loy, Dana Andrews, Gene Tierney, Robert Taylor, Alicia Markova, Stewart Granger, Alan Ladd, Donald O’Connor, Betty Hutton, William Hartnell, Alec Guinness, Ann Sheridan, Richard Todd, Jane Russell, Jean Simmons, Richard Widmark, Richard Attenborough, Patricia Neal, David Niven, Celia Johnson, Ronald Colman, Loretta Young, Margaret Lockwood, Maureen O’Hara, Trevor Howard, Hoagy Carmichael, John Mills, Alastair Sim, Van Johnson, Rex Harrison, Cyd Charisse, Mai Zetterling, Betty Garrett, Larry Parks, Cesar Romero, Johnny Mack Brown, Virginia Mayo, and many more. The collection includes several repeat autographs, with a group of 20 or so signatures on loose slips laid into the books. In overall very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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McQueen takes on Le Mans
475. Gone With the Wind: Vivien Leigh. Fantastic vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Leigh in her famous role as Scarlett O’Hara in Gone With the Wind, boldly signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a light circular postal impression and a label affixed to the reverse. Starting Bid $200
478. Steve McQueen Signed Photograph. Very appealing glossy 10.25 x 8 photo of Steve McQueen and Elga Andersen
Houdini vacations in Egypt in 1910, the source for his short story collaboration with H. P. Lovecraft 477. Harry Houdini Autograph Letter Signed. ALS penned on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.5 Egyptian postal card, January 11, 1910. Handwritten letter from Port Said, Egypt, addressed to Dr. J. E. Waitt of Boston, in full: “Just a line to let you know that all’s well—we are on our way. We stop off here 24 hours. Regard to your family from all of us.” In fine condition, with some light soiling. Starting Bid $200
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as they appeared in the 1971 racing film Le Mans, signed in blue felt tip by McQueen, and in black felt tip by Andersen, who adds a sentiment in German. In fine condition. Accompanied by a glossy 9.5 x 7.25 photo of Siegfried Rauch as racecar driver Erich Stahler from the film, signed and inscribed by Rauch in German in red felt tip; and by 18 additional unsigned photos from the production of Le Mans, ranging in size from 7 x 7 to 10.25 x 8, and featuring subjects like director Lee H. Katzin, actor Angelo Infanti, various views and crew-members from the set, and several images of McQueen, which show the actor riding a motorcycle and driving a racecar, talking things over with British racing legend Derek Bell, and working next to co-director John Sturges. Included is a contact photo featuring 12 different images of McQueen relaxing near the racetrack with his wife Neile Adams, and a photo McQueen in his racing gear, which bears a facsimile signature inherent to the original photo. Starting Bid $300
482. Star Wars: John Williams. AMQS on a white 7.5 x
6 musically lined sheet, prominently signed below, “John Williams.” Williams pens a few bars from his iconic theme for “Star Wars.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Six stars from Oz—Morgan, Lahr, Haley, Bolger, Burke, and Hamilton
481. Monty Python Signed Photograph.
Sought-after vintage 6 x 4 cardstock photo cardstock photo of the Monty Python crew in character, signed in ink by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
485. Wizard of Oz (6) Signed Photographs. Fantastic collection of six vin-
tage photographs of Wizard of Oz actors and actresses, ranging in size from 5 x 7 to 8 x 10, each signed in ink by the subject. Includes: Frank Morgan, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Ray Bolger (ins), Billie Burke (ins), and Margaret Hamilton (ins). In overall fine condition. A great assemblage of vintage portraits. Starting Bid $300
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484. Wake of the Red Witch Original Three Sheet Movie Poster. Large original color 41 x 80 three sheet movie 483. Elizabeth Taylor Signed Photograph. Gorgeous
vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Taylor in a lovely headand-shoulders pose, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Harry Dragan, Best wishes to you always, Elizabeth Taylor.” In fine to very fine condition, with a crease to the upper left corner tip. Starting Bid $200
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poster for the Republic Pictures 1948 adventure film Wake of the Red Witch starring John Wayne and Gail Russell, which shows the two stars behind the steering wheel of a ship and the lower portion depicting a man fending off an attacking giant octopus. The poster features bold title and credit text, with header above reading: “Garland Roark’s Famous Sea Story!” Expertly linen-backed to a slightly larger size. Rolled and in fine condition, with intersecting folds as issued. Starting Bid $200
569. Mike Hawthorn Signed Photograph. British racing
driver (1929–1959) who became the United Kingdom’s first Formula One World Champion driver in 1958, whereupon he announced his retirement; he died in a road accident three months later. Rare vintage glossy 5.5 x 3.5 photo of Mike Hawthorn driving his 1957 Ferrari 801 F1, signed in blue ink. In very good to fine condition, with a faint circular postal impression, two small creases to the upper right corner, and small pieces of old tape in the borders. Starting Bid $200
570. John L. Sullivan Signature. Boxer known as the
‘Boston Strong Boy’ (1858–1918) recognized as the last heavyweight champion of bare-knuckle boxing under the London Prize Ring Rules. Bold ink signature, “Compliments of John L. Sullivan, Dec. 21st 1899,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 sheet. Affixed to a same-size sheet and in very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold, and overall wrinkling from mounting. Starting Bid $200
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comic art and animation Magnificent McKay drawing of Gertie and Jumbo 614. Gertie and Jumbo the Mastodon production drawing from Gertie the Dinosaur. (Windsor McCay,
1914) Brilliant original production drawing of Gertie and Jumbo the mastodon from Gertie the Dinosaur, which depicts the Brontosaurus peering down at a wooly mammoth as it walks by. Accomplished in ink on 7.5 x 6 rice paper marked “75” in the lower right corner, and matted to an overall size of 9.5 x 7.5. In fine condition, with a small tear to upper left corner, light overall wrinkling, and a few light stains; these flaws are minimal and scarcely detract from the beautifully rendered prehistoric scene. Starting Bid $300
Rare and exceptional Popeye production setup from 1934 615. Popeye and Donkey production cel and production background from Let’s You and Him Fight. (Fleischer Studios, 1934) Original
production cel and background featuring Popeye squaring off against a donkey from Let’s You and Him Fight, showing Popeye wearing boxing gloves and getting kicked in the face. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Image measures 8 x 4, with overall dimensions of 11.5 x 9.25. The cel has been professionally restored. Fleischer released Let’s You and Him Fight as a theatrical cartoon short, and it was the first cartoon to have the song ‘Stars and Stripes Forever’ playing during Popeye’s spinach fight. This wonderful Popeye setup featuring the cel and background from the same cartoon is one of just ten known to exist at present, and shows a very appealing action scene from an early release of the iconic cartoon. Starting Bid $1000
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616. Popeye and Bluto production cel and production background from Let’s You and Him Fight. (Fleischer Studios, 1934) Outstanding original production cel and production background featuring Popeye and Bluto from Let’s You and Him Fight, showing Popeye as the winner of the bout after knocking Bluto out. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Image measures 3.75 x 4.25, with a mat opening of 9 x 7. Framed to an overall size of 20 x 18.5 In fine condition. Fleischer released Let’s You and Him Fight as a theatrical cartoon short, and it was the first cartoon to have the song ‘Stars and Stripes Forever’ playing during Popeye’s spinach fight. This amazing Popeye setup featuring the cel and background from the same cartoon is one of just ten known to exist at present, and boasts an exceptional image from the final scene. Starting Bid $1000
617. Popeye production drawing from Sock-a-Bye, Baby. (Fleischer Studios, 1934) Original production drawing
of Popeye from Sock-a-Bye, Baby, which shows the spinachloving sailor in a full-length pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 11 x 8.5 animation paper marked “168” in the upper right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Lush background from an early Color Classic
620. Complete production storyboard for the Betty Boop and Pudgy the Pup short film Pudgy the Watchman. (Fleischer Studios, 1938) Original complete 14-page handdrawn storyboard for the Betty Boop and Pudgy the Watchman short film Pudgy the Watchman, which was released on August 12, 1938. The storyboard contains 14 pages and a total of 49 drawings, with the majority bearing scene notes and directions. Each storyboard page is accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 11 x 8.5 animation paper; the lone exception being the opening or title page, “BY-12, in Pudgy the Watchman,” with upper border marked “Footage Totals,” “Final Record,” and “Bonus!” In overall fine condition, with some small tears and scattered creases, and tack holes to the upper corner of each page. Starting Bid $200
618. Color Classics production background from The Kids in the Shoe. (Fleischer Studios, 1935) Original Color Classics production background from The Kids in the Shoe featuring a brilliant hand-painted landscape with the colorful shoe-turned-house. Accomplished in gouache and airbrush on an 11.25 x 8.25 sheet of illustration board. In fine condition. A positively gorgeous piece, exceptionally vibrant and remarkably vivid for such an early cartoon, which was produced in twostrip Technicolor. Starting Bid $300
621. Popeye and Indian Chief concept drawing for a movie poster from Big Chief Ugh-Amugh-Ugh.
619. Popeye and Olive Oyl production drawing from Dizzy Divers. (Fleischer Studios, 1935) Attractive original
production drawing featuring Popeye and Olive Oyl from Dizzy Divers, which shows the couple standing together in full-length poses with several artist and color notations. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 11 x 8.5 animation paper marked “88” in the upper right corner. Total character image measures 4 x 3.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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(Fleischer Studios, 1938) Original concept drawing for a movie poster featuring Popeye and the Indian chief from Big Chief Ugh-Amugh-Ugh, showing the famed sailor man preparing to escape a dangerous situation as the chief draws back his tomahawk; hiding a can of spinach behind his back, Popeye is ready to retaliate. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 13 x 16 animation paper. Intersecting folds and scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. A rare and terrific oversized piece of concept art for a hilarious classic. Starting Bid $300
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622. Popeye concept drawing for Wotta Nitemare.
(Fleischer Studios, 1939) Wonderful original concept drawing of Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Bluto from Wotta Nitemare, the 71st Popeye cartoon, which originally aired on May 19, 1939. The drawing humorously depicts Popeye acting out a bad dream he is having: Bluto, dressed as a devil figure, choking him as the angelic Olive looks on. In his dream, Popeye is desperately trying to eat some spinach; in reality, he’s on his bed, choking himself with a sheet, and set to swallow the filling he’s torn from his mattress. Accomplished in graphite on 10 x 13 animation paper, which is matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 22. The upper image measures 8.75 x 5.75, and the lower image measures 9.5 x 8.25. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and some light creasing. A magnificent scene of Popeye the sleepwalking sailor. Starting Bid $300
624. Popeye and his father production poster art drawing from My Pop, My Pop. (Fleischer Studios, 1940)
Original production poster art drawing featuring Popeye and his father from My Pop, My Pop, showing Popeye’s cantankerous old man, Poopdeck Pappy, sawing off the mast of a ship that they built together. Exasperated, Popeye helplessly watches from the ground. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 13 x 16 animation paper, marked “P-10-6” at the top. Total image measures 10 x 14.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
623. Popeye production poster art drawing from Doing Impossikible Stunts. (Fleischer Studios, 1940)
Original production poster art drawing featuring Popeye from Doing Impossikible Stunts, showing him balancing atop a skyscraper while lifting a 500-pound dumbbell with one hand and holding a safe with his foot. Accomplished in graphite on 12 x 15.5 animation paper. Framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 23. In fine condition. An impressive drawing showing Popeye at his strongman best. Starting Bid $300
625. Popeye storyboard drawing from Kickin’ the Conga Round. (Fleischer Studios, 1942) Extremely well-done
original storyboard drawing featuring Popeye from Kickin’ the Conga Round, showing him in a dinghy alongside a huge Navy ship. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.75 x 13 animation paper, signed in the lower right by animator Anton Loeb. Total image measures 13 x 9.5. Annotated on the reverse in pencil, “’Olive Oyl and Water Don’t Mix, 5/8/42” and “Kickin the Conga Around 42.” In fine condition. A tremendously highly detailed storyboard drawing from Fleischer Studios. Starting Bid $300
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626. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mickey in Arabia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1932) Highly
629. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production drawing from The Dognapper. (Walt Disney Studios,
detailed original production drawing featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Mickey in Arabia, showing them riding on a camel—complete with license plates on the front and back. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “9A” in the lower right. Image measures 4.5 x 3.5. In fine condition. A humorous drawing, highlighted by great full-figure portrayals of Mickey and Minnie along with the camel’s funny expression and strangely bent legs. Starting Bid $200
1934) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck from The Dognapper, showing them coming out from behind their motorcycle. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “4” in the lower corner. Image measures 4 x 2.5. In fine condition. The Dognapper was Donald’s third short and was the first adventure story to feature both Mickey and Donald. Starting Bid $200
627. Mickey Mouse production drawing from The Mail Pilot. (Walt Disney Studios, 1933) Original production
630. Mickey Mouse production drawing from TwoGun Mickey. (Walt Disney Studios, 1934) Original produc-
drawing of Mickey Mouse from The Mail Pilot, which depicts the pint-sized aviator flying his plane that appears to be wingless. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “4” in the lower right corner. Image measures 6.25 x 6.25. Mounted and matted to an overall size of 17 x 14.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
628. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production drawing from The Dognapper. (Walt Disney Studios,
1934) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck from The Dognapper, showing them as cops riding a motorcycle. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “185” in the lower corner. Image measures 4.25 x 3.5. In fine condition. The Dognapper was Donald’s third short and was the first adventure story to feature both Mickey and Donald. Starting Bid $200
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tion drawing featuring Mickey Mouse from Two-Gun Mickey, showing him as a cowboy falling off his horse. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “30” in the lower corner. Image measures 5 x 3.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
631. Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete production storyboard drawing from Mickey’s Service Station. (Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Original production storyboard drawing of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete from Mickey’s Service Station, which shows Mickey holding the car door for their large and angry customer as Goofy looks on. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on 8.75 x 6.75 artist paper marked “114” in the lower border. Characters measure 1 x 2 (Goofy), 1.75 x 3 (Mickey), and 8.25 x 5.5 (Pete and car). Matted with a plaque to an overall size of 15.25 x 14.25. In fine condition, with pin holes and some paper loss to edges. Starting Bid $200
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The poisonous plot of the Wicked Witch
632. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Circus. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse from Mickey’s Circus, showing him delicately balancing during his unrehearsed high wire act. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “21” in the lower right. Character image measures 3 x 5.75, with a total image area of 12 x 5.75. In fine condition, with a few small edge tears. Starting Bid $200
Happy the dwarf on a hand-painted Snow White background 635. Happy production cel and production background from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel and production background featuring Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which shows the rotund and jubilant dwarf in a fulllength walking pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted production background, with the reverse marked in pencil: “Happy, 4D–Sc 42.” Image measures 3.25 x 4.75, with a mat opening of 8 x 8.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 14.5 x 15.5. In fine condition, with some trivial lifting to paint. An impressive portrayal of the always bubbly and optimistic dwarf set against a handsomely rendered background from the classic film—a superb Snow White set-up. Starting Bid $300
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633. Mickey Mouse and horse production drawing from Mickey’s Polo Team. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from Mickey’s Polo Team, which shows Mickey with mallet riding feverishly atop his horse during a match. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “204A” in the lower right corner; the bottom of the sheet also bears two “Art Props” stamps, identified as “UM 38, SC12” and “UM28, SC16.” Image measures 5.25 x 4.75. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. Starting Bid $200
634. Wicked Witch production cels from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Amazing original production cels of the Wicked Witch from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts the evil old hag disguised as an old peddler woman during her mission to murder Snow White; the basket of poisoned apples can be seen at the front of the boat. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character image measures 9 x 5.25 (Witch with boat and ripple effects), with a mat opening of 11.75 x 9.25. Triplematted and framed to an overall size of 22.75 x 21. In fine condition. A fiendishly desirable Courvoisier set-up of the Wicked Witch. Starting Bid $500
637. Dopey production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Fabu-
lous original production cel of Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4.25 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 5.5 x 5.5. Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 14.5, with the frame backing bearing an affixed Walt Disney label, “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios, actually used in the filming of ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.’” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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Bath time for Grumpy, superb production cel from ‘The Dwarfs’ Washing Song’ sequence
636. Grumpy, Happy, Sneezy, and Sleepy production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Wonderful original production cel of Grumpy, Happy, Sneezy, and Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts Grumpy, fresh from his recent bath, wearing a floral crown as the other three dwarfs delight in his frustration. This splendidly achieved moment occurs at the end of the film’s memorable ‘Bluddle-Uddle-Um-Dum (The Dwarfs’ Washing Song)’ musical sequence. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a color matching giclee background. Total character image measures 10.75 x 8.75, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 10.25. In fine condition, with some light waviness to cel. Starting Bid $300
639. Frank Follmer preliminary model sheet drawing of Snow White from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original preliminary model sheet drawing of Snow White by Frank Follmer for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which shows the original Disney princess in nine different poses. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9 artist paper, which is signed with his initials in the lower right, “F. F.” Total image measures 11.5 x 9. Matted to an overall size of 18.25 x 15.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
640. Grumpy and Happy storyboard concept gag drawings from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original pair of storyboard concept gag drawings from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Grumpy and Happy encouraging a woodpecker to sew a mattress with thread from the cocoon of an emerging butterfly during the film’s bed-building sequence. The two-for-one gag reveal is that the red thread is actually being pulled from a pair of long underwear hanging from the tree; also features a beautiful butterfly drawing. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on animation sheets measuring 9.25 x 7.25 and 9.75 x 8, with the upper sheet slightly trimmed. Double-matted to an overall size of 14 x 18. In overall very good to fine condition, with some toning, pin holes to borders, horizontal folds, a couple small edge tears, and a clipped lower right corner tip. Starting Bid $200
638. Dopey production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original produc-
tion cel of Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Dopey measures 3.25 x 3, with a mat opening of 7 x 7.75. Matted to an overall size of 16 x 17.75, with the mat entitled “Dopey.” The piece has a portion of the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse, which reads: “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios, actually used in the filming of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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641. Wicked Witch production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Significant original production drawing featuring the Wicked Witch from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing her holding her basket of poison apples. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, stamped in the lower left, “Prod. 2001, Seq. 13A, Scene 15,” and marked “461” in two corners. Image measures 6.25 x 5.25. In fine condition, with some wrinkling to left side. Starting Bid $200
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646. Mickey Mouse production cel and hand-painted presentation background from The Brave Little Tailor. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938)
642. Doc and deer production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Appealing original production drawing of Doc and a deer from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which shows the deer gently nudging the dwarf leader, much to his surprise. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “11 A” in the lower right corner; the lower left is stamped as “2001 14B 10.” Full character image measures 6.75 x 3.75. Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 20. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
643. Snow White production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Very attractive original production drawing of Snow White from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Disney’s first princess in a lovely three-quarter-length pose measuring 3.5 x 7.5. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “39” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with an excised lower left corner, and a missing upper left corner tip; these flaws in no way detract from this wonderful portrait. Starting Bid $200
Original production cel of Mickey Mouse from the short film Brave Little Tailor, showing the character in his Middle Age tailor’s outfit as he explains his case in the king’s hall. The cel is placed on a handpainted custom prepared presentation background. Image measures 3.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 9. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 20 x 17.5. In fine condition, with some waviness to cel. Starting Bid $300
647. Minnie Mouse production cel from The Brave Little Tailor. (Walt Disney Studios,
644. The Huntsman production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Scarce original production drawing of The Huntsman from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the hunter in a kneeling pose measuring 8 x 7. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “21” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with a short chip along the top edge. The Huntsman remains a decidedly uncommon Disney character, as he appears only briefly in Snow White. Starting Bid $200
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645. Little Hiawatha production drawing from Little Hiawatha. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production
drawing featuring Little Hiawatha from the Silly Symphonies short Little Hiawatha, showing the cute little Native American holding his bow in profile. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “28 R” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4.75 x 7. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. Starting Bid $200
1938) Original production cel of Minnie Mouse from The Brave Little Tailor, which depicts the princess clapping from her throne. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a studio star background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2.75 x 4, with a mat opening of 7 x 7. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 14.5. In very good to fine condition, with some instances of lifting to paint, and a couple specks of paint loss; these flaws do little to diminish the otherwise lovely Minnie spotlight. Starting Bid $300
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651. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Society Dog Show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original 648. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Parrot. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938) Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from Mickey’s Parrot, which depicts Mickey armed with a shotgun as he cautiously opens his basement door, hanging from which are a pair of boots. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “15” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4.5 x 7.25. In fine condition, with some trivial adhesive residue to lower border. The gun in this cartoon has since been digitally altered to appear as a broom. Starting Bid $200
650. Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Judge production drawing from Society Dog Show. (Walt Disney Stu-
dios, 1939) Large and detailed original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Judge from Society Dog Show, showing Pluto getting his medal for saving the day. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “11” in the lower corner. Images measure 3 x 3.5 (Mickey), 2.75 x 3.25 (Pluto), and 4.25 x 5.55 (Judge). In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse from Society Dog Show, showing him as he brushes off Pluto to prepare for the competition. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “108” in the lower corner. Image measures 4.75 x 4.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
652. Pluto production drawing from Society Dog Show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production
drawing featuring Pluto from Society Dog Show, showing him in a desirable full-bodied pose. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “H-164A” in the lower corner. Image measures 4 x 5.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Amazing multi-cel display of Pinocchio, a post-puff sequence from Pleasure Island
653. Pinocchio production cels from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Ex-
649. Mickey Mouse production cel and drawing from Mickey’s Surprise Party. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production cel and matching production drawing of Mickey Mouse from Mickey’s Surprise Party, which was specially produced for the National Biscuit Company, or Nabisco. The cel and drawing show Mickey with his tongue out and covered with kisses that Minnie Mouse planted on him at the end of the cartoon. The cel image measures 3.25 x 4.5, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 10; the same-sized matching drawing image is accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. In overall fine condition, with three light vertical folds to the drawing. Starting Bid $200
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tremely rare display of four original production cels of Pinocchio from the classic animated film of the same name, depicting the boy puppet as he reels from the effects of his first cigar, showing in brilliant sequence Pinocchio gulping the smoke, his eyes watering over, and his complexion changing in color from purple to a sickly green. Each cel is placed on an airbrushed background. The cel images range in size from 3.25 x 6.5 to 4.25 x 6.25, with each mat opening measuring 7.5 x 7.5. Attractively triple-matted to an overall size of 21 x 21. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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Helpless on Pleasure Island— a chilling production key master background set-up 654. Donkey boys and a Coachman minion production key master background set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios,
1940) Amazing original production key master background set-up of six donkey boys and a Coachman minion from Pinocchio, showing the harrowing moment when several horrified donkeys still wearing schoolboy clothes are corralled by one the Coachman’s dark and featureless goons during the terrifying Pleasure Island sequence. Character images measure 5 x 5 (donkeys) and 4.5 x 4 (minion and gate), with overall dimensions of 8.75 x 7.75. The cels have been trimmed to form and placed on a hand-painted production background from the same scene, which consists of the paddock gate and stone walls and floor. Triple-matted to an overall size of 15 x 13.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
656. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be during his magical dream sequence: standing atop a pinnacle and wearing the mystical hat of the Sorcerer Yen Sid as he commands the stars and planets to dance across the heavens with the wave of his hands. Accomplished in gouache on black 9 x 7 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A brilliant depiction of Mickey at his most powerful! Starting Bid $500
The evil and elusive Coachman of Pinocchio with a hand-painted mini-panoramic background 657. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fantasia.
655. Coachman and donkey mini-pan key master background set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Magnificent and rare original mini-panoramic production key master background set-up from Pinocchio, which depicts the sinister Coachman of Pleasure Island, standing with arms akimbo in an intimidating full-figure pose, and a small cowering donkey still wearing schoolboy clothes. The cels have placed on a terrific hand-painted production background of the crate-filled holding cell used by the Coachman and his minions. Character images measure 5 x 5.5 (Coachman) and 5 x 4 (donkey), with overall dimensions of 17 x 9.25. Double-matted to an overall size of 23 x 14. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be carrying two buckets of water at the start of the segment. Accomplished in gouache on black 8 x 6.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $500
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658. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be floating on Yen Sid’s large spellbook as water pours all around him during the climax of the segment. Accomplished in gouache on black 7 x 6 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
660. Pinocchio, Honest John, and Gideon production cels from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Fantastic original production cels of Pinocchio, Honest John, and Gideon from Pinocchio, which depicts the devious fox and his dimwitted feline sidekick as they ambush Pinocchio on his way to school. Character images measure 3 x 4 (Pinocchio), 5.25 x 4.25 (Gideon), and 6 x 6.5 (Honest John), with overall dimensions of 31.75 x 12.75. The cels are placed on a panoramic Disney giclee background from the same film. In fine condition. An impressive set-up from the classic Disney film, which boasts three attractive full-length characters during a pivotal scene. Starting Bid $300
659. Mickey Mouse concept painting from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Mickey Mouse from the ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ segment of Fantasia, which shows the young wizard-to-be standing underwater as he fruitlessly attempts to scoop out water with his bucket after his magical broom plan backfires. Accomplished in gouache on black 7 x 6 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
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Pinocchio dances during the ‘I’ve Got No Strings’ sequence 661. Pinocchio and Cossack puppets production cels from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Rare original production cels of Pinocchio and a group of Cossack marionettes from Pinocchio, which shows the boy-puppet surrounded by several strung soldier puppets during the memorable ‘I’ve Got No Strings’ musical sequence. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 7.25 x 7.75, which fills the entirety of the mat opening. Handsomely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 16.5. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. In fine condition, with some slight toning to paint and wear to reverse label. Starting Bid $300
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Conceptual painting of Jiminy Cricket from the magical start of Pinocchio 664. Jiminy Cricket and Gideon production cels from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production
cels of Jiminy Cricket and Gideon from Pinocchio, which shows Jiminy hanging from the hat of Honest John and talking to the dangerously dimwitted Gideon. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3.25 x 4 (Jiminy on hat) and 4.75 x 7(Gideon), with a mat opening of 8.75˝ in diameter. Matted to an overall size of 13.5 x 15.5, with the mat entitled in pencil, “Jimmy and Giddy.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
662. Jiminy Cricket concept painting from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept painting of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, which shows the goodhearted cricket dressed as a tramp and emerging from a smoking pipe near the start of the film. Jiminy’s expression is in keeping with the scene, which takes place at the very moment the Blue Fairy comes into the house, addresses Geppetto, and brings life to Pinocchio. To his astonishment, the cricket chirps: ‘As I live and breathe, a Fairy!’ Accomplished in gouache on 9.25 x 6.75 on artist board. Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21 x 18.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Horsing around underwater with Pinocchio
665. Stromboli production cel from Pinocchio. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel featuring Stromboli from Pinocchio, showing the evil gypsy eating an onion with a large knife. The cel is trimmed to form, applied to a new cel, and placed on a matching Disney studio ‘Art Props’ background. Character image measures 8.25 x 5, with a mat opening of 12.75 x 7.75. Double-matted and framed with a title caption to an overall size of 21.75 x 17.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
663. Pinocchio and Seahorses production cels from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Remarkable original production cels of Pinocchio and a small herd of seahorses from Pinocchio, which depicts the boy-puppet underwater with donkey ears. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Pinocchio measures 5.25 x 5.5 and the seahorses each approximately measure .5 x 1, with a mat opening of 7.75˝ in diameter. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 15.75. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse, which bears an affixed gallery label inscribed and dated to Christmas 1940. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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666. Hyacinth Hippo production cel from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of Hyacinth Hippo from Fantasia, which depicts the lovely hippopotamus during the ‘Dance of the Hours’ sequence. The cel, which is marked “2004, Seq. 10.2,” is placed on a beautiful modern hand-painted presentation background. Image measures 5 x 3.25, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 9.75. In fine condition, with the cel slightly trimmed. Starting Bid $200
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667. Ben Ali Gator production cel from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of Ben Ali Gator from Fantasia, which depicts the romantic dancing alligator standing on the ledge of a large column during the ‘Dance of the Hours’ segment. The cel has been trimmed to form, applied to a new cel, and placed on a modern and matching hand-painted presentation background. Character image measures 2.5 x 5, with overall dimensions of 17.75 x 16. Matted to an overall size of 22.25 x 20. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
669. Bacchus and Jacchus concept storyboard drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940)
Original concept storyboard drawing of Jacchus and Bacchus from Fantasia, which depicts the jovial wine-loving characters embracing during the film’s ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment. Accomplished in graphite and colored pastel on 12 x 10 animation paper, which bears the “WDP” stamp to lower right corner. Total character image measures 7.25 x 5.5. In fine condition, with pin holes to corners, and a small slice to upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
670. Cleo production cel from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Uncommon original production cel of
Cleo from Pinocchio, which shows Geppetto’s pet goldfish with bubble special effects. The cel has been trimmed to form, applied to a new cel, and placed on a modern and matching hand-painted presentation background of Cleo’s goldfish bowl inside the workshop. Image measures 4 x 4.25 (Cleo with bubbles), with overall dimensions of 13.25 x 11. Affixed to a 16 x 13.75 mount. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
668. Dancing Thistles production storyboard drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Original concept storyboard drawing of Thistle Dancers from Fantasia, which depicts three of the pink-hatted thistles dancing during the ‘Nutcracker Suite’ segment. Accomplished in pastel on black 12 x 10 artist paper. Total image measures 11 x 8.75. In fine condition, with pin holes to corners and toning to upper left corner. Starting Bid $200
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671. Pinocchio, Lampwick, and Coachman (4) production storyboard drawings from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Group of three original production storyboard drawings from Pinocchio, which depict Pinocchio, Lampwick, and the Coachman during the Pleasure Island segment of the film. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on individual sheets of artist paper, each approximately 4.25 x 3.25; these drawings, which are likewise affixed to slightly larger backing sheets, are stapled to a 12 x 10 sheet of animation paper marked “13” in the lower right. Each image measures 4 x 3, with three featuring handwritten dialogue captions. In overall fine condition, with pin holes to corners of drawings. Starting Bid $200
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675. Madame Upanova production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing featuring Madame Upanova from Fantasia, which depicts the elegant ostrich in a full-length pose during the film’s ‘Dance of the Hours’ sequence. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 14.5 x 12.25 animation paper marked “E 76” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.5 x 6.25. In fine condition, with some paper loss and a small tear to right edge. Starting Bid $200
672. Frank Follmer production concept drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original pro-
duction concept drawing by Frank Follmer of Bacchus and two centaurettes from Fantasia. Accomplished in graphite on slightly trimmed 11 x 8.5 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “Follmer.” Character images measure 2 x 6.75 (left centaurette), 3.75 x 3 (Bacchus), and 2.75 x 6.25 (right centaurette), with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7. Triple-matted to an overall size of 17 x 14. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
673. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of the Chernabog from Fantasia, showing the imposing demon with wings spread wide during the terrifying ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “391” in the lower right corner. Image measures 7 x 10.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
676. Pinocchio production color model drawing from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production color
model drawing of Pinocchio from the film of the same name, which shows him during the ‘Give a Little Whistle’ sequence, holding up his hand and hat in a half-length pose that measures 5 x 5.75. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on slightly trimmed 11.75 x 10 animation paper marked and stamped in the upper right corner: “15” and “Model Drawing, Return to Eunice Samuels.” The lower right is marked “Firelite” and stamped as “Production No. 2003, Seq. No. 1.6, Sc. No. 15, Cell Level 2, Same as 47.” In fine condition, with some light creasing and paper loss to right edge; the back of the sheet has been professionally laminated. Starting Bid $200
677. Jiminy Cricket production color model drawing from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production color
674. Chernabog and Demons production drawings from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original matched set of production drawings of the Chernabog and his demons from Fantasia, combining to show his emergence as the demon lord of Bald Mountain during the film’s ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ segment: one shows the winged Chernabog towering atop the mountain, and the other shows the demons swirling below. Both are accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, numbered “221” and “G221.” The Chernabog image measures 5.25 x 6.75, and the whirlwind of demons image measures 10.25 x 2.5. In overall fine condition, with some wrinkling to left side of demons. Starting Bid $200
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model drawing of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, which shows the warmhearted insect during the ‘Give a Little Whistle’ sequence, holding up his hand and hat in a half-length pose that measures 6.5 x 5.5. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked and stamped in the upper section: “13” and “Model Drawing, Return to Eunice Samuels.” The lower right is marked “Normal” and stamped as “Production No. 73, Seq. No. 1.6, Sc. No. 13, Cell Level 2.” In fine condition, with some paper loss to right and bottom edges; the back of the sheet has been professionally laminated. Starting Bid $200
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678. Frank Follmer original panoramic concept painting for Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original
panoramic concept painting by Frank Follmer of Pinocchio’s village and its various residents from Pinocchio, accomplished in gouache on an 18 x 11 sheet, which is signed in the lower right corner in pencil by Follmer. The impressively detailed scenes features a total of seven of the film’s classic characters—Pinocchio, Geppetto, Jiminy Cricket, Figaro, Stromboli, Honest John, and Gideon—which range in size from .75 x 1.25 (Jiminy Cricket) to 2.5 x 6.75 (Geppetto). In fine condition, with some wear and a few small tears to edges. Starting Bid $200
681. Pinocchio production drawing from Pinocchio.
679. Pinocchio production drawing from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of Pinocchio from the film of the same name, which shows the title character underwater, with donkey ears and his tail tied to a rock, as he tries to find his father Geppetto, who is living inside the huge sperm whale Monstro. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked and stamped in the lower border as “12” and “Prod. 2003, Seq. 10, Scene 7.1.” Image measures 3 x 5 and features a few handwritten artist notes. In fine condition, with some trivial wrinkling to left side. Starting Bid $200
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing featuring the title character from Pinocchio, which shows him dancing in a full-length pose during the ‘I’ve Got No Strings’ song sequence. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “259” and initialed “BD” in the lower right corner, which is also stamped: “Prod. 2003, Seq. 4.2, Scene 42.” Image measures 4.5 x 4.25. In fine condition, with a couple trivial creases. Starting Bid $200
683. Donald Duck’s Backyard hand-painted production background from Golden Eggs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1941) Original hand-painted production background of Donald Duck’s backyard from the short film Golden Eggs, which shows a water bowl next to a small tree, and sections of Donald’s roof and hen house. Accomplished in gouache on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, with the reverse stamped “OK” and identified as “Prod. 2251, Sc. 1.03.” The reverse also bears a “Property of Walt Disney Productions” stamp. Total image measures 11.25 x 8.75. In fine condition, with pin holes to upper corners. An attractively realized piece of original Disney background artwork. Starting Bid $200
Dumbo’s adorable debut 682. Baby Dumbo production cel from Dumbo. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original
680. Stromboli production drawing from Pinocchio. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing of Stromboli from Pinocchio, depicting the large puppeteer and showman in a state of surprise. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, stamped in the lower right, “Prod. 2003, Seq. 4.2, Scene 8,” and marked “83.” Image measures 5.75 x 7.25. In fine condition, some light wrinkling. Starting Bid $200
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production cel of Dumbo from the film of the same name, depicting the title character as a baby at the start of the film, sitting in hay shortly after being delivered into the elephant circus train car by the stork. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an attractive hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2.25 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 7.5 x 6.5. Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 14.75. In fine condition, with trivial waving to cel. A charming original cel from the very first sequence to show Dumbo on screen. Starting Bid $300
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Courvoisier set-up of Bambi and friends signed by Walt Disney
684. Stork production cel from Dumbo. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1941) Original production cel of the delivery stork from Dumbo, which shows the dutiful bird flying with his bundle that contains the baby Dumbo. Stork image measures 5.75 x 6.5, and the cel has been trimmed and placed on an airbrushed sky-with-clouds background that measures 6.5 x 8.5. In fine condition, with a couple chips to cel edges, and a trivial paint crack to one wing; none of which detract from the bright fullfigure presentation. Starting Bid $200
685. Timothy Q. Mouse production storyboard drawing from Dumbo. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original
production storyboard drawing of Timothy Q. Mouse from Dumbo, which shows the brave mouse attempting to feed a peanut to Dumbo, who is hidden in the hay at the circus. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12.5 x 10 animation paper marked in the lower border: “SEQ 9, SC 7” and “5.” Timothy Mouse measures 4.5 x 2.75, with the full image measuring 10.5 x 8. In fine condition, with some small tears and pin holes to edges and borders. Starting Bid $200
687. Thumper production cel and master background set-up from Bambi. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel and master background set-up featuring Thumper from Bambi, which portrays the friendly bunny in a full-length pose underground in a rabbit tunnel. The cel has been trimmed to form, applied to a new cel, and placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Thumper measures 3.25 x 3.25, with overall dimensions of 12.5 x 10.5. In fine condition, with trimmed edges to cels and some wear and pin holes to background borders. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Walt Disney Productions. Starting Bid $300
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686. Walt Disney signed Bambi, Thumper, and bunnies production cels on a production master background from Bambi. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel of Bambi, Thumper, and several bunnies from Bambi,
signed and inscribed on the mat in green crayon, “To Charlie, With My Best, Walt,” with the encircled Walt Disney Productions “WDP” stamped above and the cel title to left side, “Bambi and Thumper.” The cel, which depicts Thumper and other bunnies from the forest all intently watching Bambi, has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 2.75 x 4.5 (Bambi), 1.25 x 1.75 (Thumper), 2.5 x 2.5 (left bunnies), and 2.5 x 2.25 (right bunnies), with a mat opening of 11.75 x 9.5. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label on the reverse. Archivally framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 17.75. In fine condition, with some lifting and curling to cels, most notably to Thumper and left bunnies. An absolutely ideal Bambi Courvoisier set-up made all the more desirable by Disney’s bold signature. Starting Bid $1000
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688. Timothy Q. Mouse production cel from Dumbo.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel of Timothy Q. Mouse from Dumbo, which depicts the fearless mouse holding a black feather, leaning on a fence, and wearing his band major outfit in a full-length pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale, with the lower right bearing the WDP seal. Image measures 4.75 x 5, with a mat opening of 8.5 x 7.25. Matted to an overall size of 15 x 13.25. Reverse bears a Walt Disney Productions copyright stamp. In fine condition, with some waviness to cel, and some adhesive residue to top edge. Starting Bid $200
689. Donald Duck production cel from Bellboy Donald. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production
cel of Donald Duck from Bellboy Donald, which depicts the hardworking duck attempting to carry and balance some large luggage. The cel, which is marked “119” in the lower right corner, is placed on a key master color giclee background. Image measures 6.25 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 13 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
691. Castle interior hand-painted production background from Knight for a Day. (Walt Disney Studios,
1946) Original hand-painted production background from the classic short film Knight for a Day, which shows the sunlit interior of the castle wall where Cedric the squire is readying Sir Loinsteak before a jousting tournament. The total image measures 10.5 x 8.5. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. A beautiful hand-painted background from a hilarious medieval Disney short. Starting Bid $200
692. Willie the sperm whale production drawing from The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1946) Original production drawing of Willie the sperm whale from The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met, the final segment of the anthology film Make Mine Music, which shows the talented cetacean wearing a cape during an operatic performance. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “56” in the lower right corner. Image measures 9 x 8.5. In fine condition, with a small tear to lower left edge. Starting Bid $200
690. Peter and Sonia production cels and production background from Make Mine Music. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Original
production cels and production background featuring Peter and Sonia from the ‘Peter and the Wolf’ segment of the musical anthology film Make Mine Music. The scene shows Peter with his gun talking with Sonia the duck against a wintry backdrop. The cels have been trimmed to form and placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film, which is marked in the lower border as “87109-2.” Character images measure 6 x 6.75 and 3.5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 11.5. Triple-matted to an overall size of 21.75 x 16.25. In fine condition, with a few small instances of lifting to the paint; otherwise the colors remain strong and bright, and the hand-painted background adds further charm and visual appeal to this impressive set-up. Starting Bid $300
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693. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Willie the Giant (3) production storyboard drawings for Mickey and the Beanstalk. (Walt Disney Studios, 1947) Group of three original production storyboard drawings from
Mickey and the Beanstalk, the second segment in the package film Fun and Fancy Free. The three storyboards show Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy as they encounter and then attempt to outwit and escape the powerful yet dimwitted Willie the Giant. Accomplished in graphite, colored pencil, and watercolor on individual untrimmed 8.25 x 8.75 sheets of animation paper marked as “92,” “120,” and “120B.” Each storyboard image approximately measures 7.25 x 6. In overall fine condition, with scattered pin holes, mostly to borders. Starting Bid $200
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694. Pecos Bill, Widowmaker, and Bull production cel and production background from Melody Time. (Walt Disney Studios, 1948)
696. Cinderella production drawing from Cinderella.
Original production cel and production background of Pecos Bill, Widowmaker, and Bull from ‘Pecos Bill,’ the final segment of Melody Time, which shows the Bill and his rescued bull riding atop his horse, Widowmaker, after successfully foiling a group of cattle rustlers. The cel is placed on a hand-painted two-layer production background from the same film. Full character image measures 7 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. Triple-matted to an overall size of 19 x 16. In fine condition, with some wear and paper loss to bottom edge of background, in no way affecting the tremendous Western-themed presentation. Starting Bid $300
(Walt Disney Studios, 1950) Original production drawing of Cinderella from the classic Disney fairy tale, which shows the title character in a forlorn half-length pose as a scullery maid. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “181” in the lower right corner. Image measures 2.5 x 4. In fine condition, with some wrinkling to left side. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. Starting Bid $200
Extraordinary trio of color model drawings for Cinderella’s coach 695. Cinderella’s Pumpkin Coach production color model drawings from Cinderella. (Walt Disney Studios,
1950) Superb grouping of three original production color model drawings featuring Cinderella’s Pumpkin Coach from Cinderella. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on animation paper ranging in size from 15 x 12.5 to 24.25 x 12.5, all stamped “Color Model, Return to Color Department” at the bottom. Drawings include the “Coach to Pumpkin” transformation with Cinderella seen inside (image size of 13 x 10), the coachman riding in front (image size of 5.25 x 3.75), and the horses pulling the carriage (image size of 16.5 x 6). All are marked in the lower corners, “Production No. 2063, Seq. No. 04.1, Sc. No. 82,” and are heavily annotated with color information. In overall fine condition, with a few small edge tears and losses. These are notably large and scarce drawings desirably featuring the entire carriage. Starting Bid $300
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698. Mary Blair original concept painting of Alice and Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum for Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Original concept painting by Mary Blair for Alice in Wonderland, which shows Alice and
Tweedledum and Tweedledee in the Tulgey Wood. The scene, which doesn’t occur in the film version, appears to show Alice, smiling with her arms akimbo, relieved that she can finally renew her search for the white rabbit after being delayed by the two talkative twins, who, on the other hand, are shown fleeing for safety as they believe a monstrous black crow is flying overhead. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Blair was a concept artist for Disney during the 1940s and early 1950s, working on designs for such films as Peter Pan, Cinderella, and Alice in Wonderland. She also created designs for several Disney attractions (including It’s a Small World), and her largest work ever, the multi-story mosaic in Disney World’s Contemporary Hotel concourse. A delightful piece of original artwork from the influential Blair, with a vivid and uncommon rendering of Wonderland’s mischievous brothers. Starting Bid $500
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699. Mary Blair original concept painting of Alice and Mother Oyster for Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1951) Original concept painting by Mary Blair for Alice in Wonderland, which shows Alice coming face to face with the Mother Oyster during an underwater scene not featured in the film version. It depicts Alice, after floating through bubbles and seaweed to the ocean floor, startled to encounter a jellyfish and the Mother Oyster, the latter a character from ‘The Walrus and the Carpenter’ story told by Tweedledum and Tweedledee. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Blair was a concept artist for Disney during the 1940s and early 1950s, working on designs for such films as Peter Pan, Cinderella, and Alice in Wonderland. She also created designs for several Disney attractions (including It’s a Small World), and her largest work ever, the multi-story mosaic in Disney World’s Contemporary Hotel concourse. Starting Bid $500
700. Alice and Eyeglasses Bird production cel and gag production background from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Origi697. Alice and Pencil Bird production cels on production master background from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Remarkable original production cels of Alice and a Pencil Bird from Alice in Wonderland, which depicts Alice in a beautiful full-length pose looking up at the fluttering Pencil Bird during a moment in the unpredictable Tulgey Wood. The cels have been trimmed to form and placed on a hand-painted production master background from the same film; this set-up was originally assembled by members of the Disney art department the very year the film was released. Character images measure 3.5 x 3.5 (Pencil Bird) and 4 x 5 (Alice), with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 19 x 16.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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nal gag production cel and background featuring Alice from Alice in Wonderland, which depicts the title character unknowingly ‘wearing’ the Eyeglasses Bird, one of the many unusual creatures of Tulgey Wood. The cel has been trimmed and jokingly applied to a hand-painted production background from the 1950 Walt Disney animated short Morris the Midget Moose, which very nearly resembles the odd overgrown traits of Wonderland. The Alice with glasses image measures 5.5 x 6, with overall dimensions of 12 x 10. The lower border of background is marked as “2408, Sc-3, SA-5.” In fine condition, with pin holes to borders. Starting Bid $500
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701. The Mad Hatter production drawing from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Original production
drawing of The Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland, which shows the unpredictable character with a sly grin and holding a tea cup with saucer. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “19” in the lower right corner; artists notes and an earlier hand drawing have been partially erased. Image measures 4.5 x 7. In fine condition, with some light wrinkling. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. A desirable and uncommon production drawing of one of the film’s more memorable characters. Starting Bid $200
The mermaids of Neverland— a tropical Blair panoramic concept painting
Blair recreates a flying lesson with Peter Pan and Tinker Bell 703. Mary Blair original concept painting of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and John and Wendy Darling for Peter Pan. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1953) Beautiful original concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and John and Wendy Darling soaring over London en route to the island of Neverland. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9 artist’s board, the scene wonderfully portrays the moment that Peter and Tinker Bell teach the Darling children to fly, leading them on a starry night over the clouds and city before coming to rest on the minute hand of Big Ben, which is shown looming high above the London fog. The scene is exquisitely captured with various elements of light: the shine of a full moon, the glow of the Big Ben clock, the twinkle of several distant stars, and the soft flicker of a fairy leading the way. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
Sought-after color model cel of Neverland’s famous fairy 704. Tinker Bell color model production cel on a production background from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Delightful
702. Mary Blair original panoramic concept painting of Mermaid Lagoon for Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios,
1951) Tremendous original panoramic concept painting by Mary Blair for Alice in Wonderland, which shows several mermaids at Mermaid Lagoon. A beautiful sinking sun sets the scene: a group of five lovely and carefree mermaids enjoy themselves as they lounge on tidal rocks at their favorite Neverland gathering place: Mermaid Lagoon. Accomplished in tempera on 19 x 9.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Blair was a concept artist for Disney during the 1940s and early 1950s, working on designs for such films as Peter Pan, Cinderella, and Alice in Wonderland. She also created designs for several Disney attractions (including It’s a Small World), and her largest work ever, the multi-story mosaic in Disney World’s Contemporary Hotel concourse. A gorgeous, tropical panoramic concept artwork by a Disney legend. Starting Bid $1000
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original color model production cel of Tinker Bell from Peter Pan, which shows the lovely little sprite of Neverland in a full-length pose standing on the top of a cork. The cel has been trimmed to form and placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Image measures 3.25 x 5.5, with a mat opening of 9.25 x 9.75. Double-matted to an overall size of 15.75 x 19.75. In fine condition. This spectacular set-up was originally assembled by members of the Disney art department the very year the film was released; a full figure pose—with the desirable presence of wings—coupled with the matching hand-painted background truly makes this a must-have Tinker Bell treasure. Starting Bid $1000
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705. Tinker Bell and Captain Hook production master background set-up from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1953) Original production master background set-up of Tinker Bell and Captain Hook from Peter Pan, which shows the Neverland pirate in a huge close-up pose as he tricks the hovering fairy to reveal the secret location of Peter Pan and the Lost Boys; Tink is shown in an excellent full-length flying pose, her expression one of disdain towards the devious Jolly Roger captain. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. The Tinker Bell and wings cels are slightly trimmed to 13.25 x 11.75, the Hook cel is marked “A11,” and the character images measure 3.5 x 2.25 (Tink) and 10.5 x 11 (Hook), with overall dimensions of 15.75 x 12.5. In fine condition, with trimmed edges to cels and background. Starting Bid $1000
708. Peter Pan production drawing from Peter Pan.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production drawing of Peter Pan from the film of the same name, which depicts the Neverland hero in a relaxed legs up pose as he lifts his hat. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “17” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4.25 x 6.5. In fine condition, with a slight wrinkle to left side. Starting Bid $200
709. Tick-Tock the Crocodile production drawing from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Terrific
original production drawing of Tick-Tock the Crocodile from Peter Pan, which shows the giant crocodile emerging from the water with jaws gaped open ready to swallow an alarm clock thrown by the fleeing Captain Hook at the film’s end. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “2” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 14.5 x 7.75. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. Starting Bid $200
710. Donald Duck and J. Audubon Woodlore production cels from Grand Canyonscope. (Walt Disney
706. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Highly appealing original production cel of Captain Hook from Peter Pan, which depicts the notorious Neverland pirate and captain of the brig Jolly Roger in an aggressive close-up pose during his famous sword fight with Peter Pan. Hook measures 9 x 9.5. Triple-matted to an overall size of 16.25 x 17.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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707. Mr. Smee production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Mr. Smee from Peter Pan, depicting Smee with his shaving mug and brush from the humorous scene where Smee prepares to shave Captain Hook, but ultimately lathers and trims the backside of a seagull that lands on Hook’s toweled head. Smee measures 4.5 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 6.75 x 6.25. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 11.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Studios, 1954) Original production cel of Donald Duck and J. Audubon Woodlore from the animated short Grand Canyonscope, which depicts Donald the tourist holding up his camera to his befuddled, shovel-carrying tour guide, Ranger Woodlore. Total image measures 7 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 9.25 x 6.25. Matted to an overall size of 12 x 9, with the reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition, with some crackling to paint on Woodlore’s jutting collar. Starting Bid $200
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An evening stroll prior to the ‘Bella Notte’ sequence 713. Lady production cel from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1955) Very attractive original production cel of Lady from Lady and the Tramp, which shows the American Cocker Spaniel in a wonderfully large full-length pose measuring 4.75 x 5. The cel is slightly trimmed to 9.25 x 8.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Donald becomes a truant officer in ‘Duck for Hire,’ with gorgeous hand-painted production background 711. Lady and Tramp production cels and production background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cels and production background from Lady and the Tramp, which shows the two title pooches strolling across a lantern-lit sidewalk at night. The cels are placed on an attractive production master background of the city at night prior to the classic ‘Bella Notte’ sequence. Character images measure 2 x 2.75 (Lady) and 2.5 x 3.75 (Tramp), with overall dimensions of 17.25 x 13.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
714. Donald Duck and J. Audobon Woodlore production cels on a production background from Duck for Hire. (Walt Disney Studios, 1957) Original production cels of Donald Duck and J. Audobon Woodlore from Duck for Hire,
712. Lady and Peg production cels and pan production background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cels and panoramic production background from Lady and the Tramp, which shows Peg in a full-figure talking pose, and Lady, muzzled and hiding behind the Pekingese in the pound. The cels are placed on a gorgeous hand-painted production master background from the same film. The cels are trimmed and applied to a 16-field cel. Character images measure 5 x 5.25 (Peg) and 4 x 3.5, with overall dimensions of 20.25 x 13.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 26 x 16. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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the seventh episode of the fourth season of The Magical World of Disney, which first aired on October 23, 1957. The scene, which shows Woodlore walking over to Donald to give him his truant officer hat and badge, is a bridge animation that leads to Donald accepting the job as truant officer, his occupation from the 1941 shorts. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Character images measure 3.75 x 5 (Donald) and 6.75 x 7.5 (Woodlore), with a mat opening of 14.5 x 11. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size 27.25 x 23.75. In fine condition, with some light curling to hat. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Walt Disney Productions. A superbly displayable set-up highlighted by its clean, bright colors and beautifully detailed backdrop. Starting Bid $300
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The climactic duel from Sleeping Beauty, with intense background artwork from Eyvind Earle
715. Eyvind Earle panoramic production background and production cels of Prince Philip, Samson, and Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Breathtaking original production cels and production
panoramic background from the Oscar-nominated Disney classic Sleeping Beauty, which is highlighted by a panoramic production background hand-painted by Eyvind Earle. The heart-pounding scene shows Prince Philip and his trusty steed Samson poised to do battle with Maleficent, now transformed into an immense fire-breathing dragon. The Earle background is terrifically realized, capturing the mood and danger of the fateful encounter with a landscape fraught with jagged peaks, perilous drops, and noxious fog. The cels are trimmed and applied to a full pan cel, with the character images measuring 4.5 x 5 (Philip and Samson) and 9.75 x 9.5 (dragon); the background measures a tremendous 30 x 12. Double-matted to an overall size of 35 x 17. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from the offices of Earle, which, on the reverse, affirms that Earle did indeed paint the offered Sleeping Beauty background. Starting Bid $1000
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Rescuing Princess Aurora in this signed Eyvind Earle key master background set-up
716. Eyvind Earle signed production key master background set-up of Prince Philip, Fauna, Flora, and Merryweather from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Sensational original production key master background
set-up from the Oscar-nominated Disney classic animated feature film Sleeping Beauty. This scene, which is highlighted by a hand-painted Eyvind Earle master background, who signed in the lower right corner in blue paint, shows Prince Philip only moments after surviving his epic battle with the evil Maleficent in her enormous black dragon form, being led by the three good fairies—Flora, Fauna and Merryweather—up the castle staircase and to the bedroom of the sleeping Princess Aurora. While the cels themselves are exceptionally bright, the stunning Earle background takes center stage with its impressive attention to detail, namely with its focus to texture and lighting. The images measure 5 x 5.75 (Philip) and 4.25 x .75 (Fauna, Flora, and Merryweather and their sparkling special effects), and the background measures a remarkable 28 x 11.25. Attractively triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 38 x 21. In fine condition, with a trivial, tiny area of raised paint to Philip’s leg. Starting Bid $2500
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Happily ever after, a wonderful multi-character production display from Sleeping Beauty, presented against a brilliant Earle backdrop
717. Eyvind Earle panoramic production background and production cels of Princess Aurora, Prince Philip, King Hubert, and King Stefan from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Magnificent original production
cels and production panoramic background from the Oscar-nominated Disney classic Sleeping Beauty, which is highlighted by a panoramic production background hand-painted by Eyvind Earle. The joyous scene shows Prince Philip and Princess Aurora dancing at the end of the film, with their respective fathers, King Hubert and King Stefan, sharing a toast. The Earle background is strikingly rendered, with impressive detail and color given to all aspects of the hall, in particular to the textured walls, column, and patterned floor. The cels are trimmed to 10 x 11.25 (Philip and Aurora) and 11.5 x 12.5 (kings), with the character images measuring 9 x 9.25 (Philip and Aurora) and 7.75 x 8 (kings); the background measures a remarkable 30.5 x 12.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 36 x 18. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter addressed to Earle, who affirms that he did indeed paint the offered Sleeping Beauty background. Starting Bid $1000
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Masterful portrait of Sleeping Beauty by the great Eyvind Earle
718. Eyvind Earle concept storyboard painting of Princess Aurora from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, portraying the Princess Aurora asleep in her bed, awaiting the arrival of Prince Phillip to arouse her from her eternal slumber. Unsurprisingly, Earle handles the nocturnal scene with delicate precision, with the resulting work ushering in a profound sense of calmness and quiet. While the bedroom’s surrounding detail should not be overlooked, the greatest attention must be placed upon the central figure of the reposed princess: her brown hair hanging over the bedside; her arms folded and her head topped with a tiara; the long blue sheet extending from bed to checkered floor softly dotted like a starry night sky. Perhaps most significant is the intimacy of character given to this piece; the majority of Earle paintings we receive offer dynamic vistas of fairy tale countryside, with the people pictured therein routinely miniscule and relegated to the background. In contrast is this Princess Aurora masterpiece, an Earle rarity that places the focal point on the film’s namesake. Accomplished in gouache on 19.5 x 9 artist’s board, with Earle signing in black paint in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
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Stunning ‘Once Upon a Dream’ panoramic display with scarce Earle foreground artwork
Prince Phillip braves Maleficent’s nightmarish castle in Sleeping Beauty
719. Eyvind Earle foreground overlay and Briar Rose and Prince Phillip production cels from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Brilliant original production cels and Eyvind Earle foreground production overlay from
Sleeping Beauty, which depicts Briar Rose and Prince Phillip singing in the forest during the memorable ‘Once Upon a Dream’ musical sequence, with the detailed and hand-painted Eyvind Earle foreground of trees and plants imbuing the scene with an intimate onlooker perspective. Additionally, the cels and overlay are placed on a gorgeous hand-painted modern-day panoramic background of the film’s lush forest. Character images measure 2.25 x 6 (Briar Rose) and 2 x 5 (Prince Phillip), with a mat opening of 33.5 x 10. Desirably suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 42.5 x 19.25. In fine condition. Accentuated by its impressive size, Earle’s uncommon foreground artwork, and its association with the film’s famous theme song, this is a marvelous display-ready panoramic set-up from Sleeping Beauty. Starting Bid $1000
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720. Eyvind Earle original concept painting of Prince Phillip from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Brilliant original concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, portraying the brave Prince Phillip, armed with sword and shield and clad in his knight armor and cape, stalking the ruinous husk of Maleficent’s castle during the film’s climax. The scene is fraught with atmosphere and elements of darkness and danger, in particular the unnerving flight of three red-eyed creatures soaring above the tortured arches and demented, vine-choked bulwark. Accomplished in gouache on 15 x 6.5 artist’s board, with Earle signing prominently in blue paint in the lower right corner. The work is affixed to a slightly larger backing mount. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Disney artist Eyvind Earle was Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, and Disney gave him a significant amount of freedom in designing the settings and selecting colors for the film. Earle also painted the majority of the backgrounds himself, and his stylistic influence is readily apparent in the final product. Starting Bid $1000
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The ominous inner sanctum of Maleficent, conceived by the great Eyvind Earle
721. Eyvind Earle concept painting of Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original
concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, portraying the shadowy form of sorceress Maleficent inside her castle in the Forbidden Mountains. As is the case with all Earle concept art, the scene is vividly realized and presented with an impressive eye for both scope and detail. Here Earle restricts himself to muted colors of gray and black and softened teal to capture the spacious inner sanctum of Maleficent. To match its foreboding aura, the scene delivers a strong sense of verticality, with the high walls, immense stone sentries, and rising wisps of smoke essentially forcing focus to center and the long black silhouette of the sorceress. Accomplished in gouache on 10 x 5 artist’s board, with Earle signing in black paint in the lower right corner. Attractively mounted and framed to an overall size of 18 x 13. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $500
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Earle’s portrayal of Sleeping Beauty’s powerful archvillainess
722. Eyvind Earle concept storyboard painting of Maleficent for Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959)
Terrific original concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, portraying the powerful sorceress Maleficent atop a castle tower as she prepares to transform into a gigantic dragon. In true Earle form, the scene is expertly realized to portray the sorceress against a huge growing cloud, her green scepter raised to the sky as she conjures her dark magic prior to the film’s exciting finale. Accomplished in gouache on 12 x 6 artist’s board, with Earle signing in pink paint in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Disney artist Eyvind Earle was Sleeping Beauty’s production designer, and Disney gave him a significant amount of freedom in designing the settings and selecting colors for the film. Earle also painted the majority of the backgrounds himself, and his stylistic influence is readily apparent in the final product. A sensationally eerie depiction of the ‘Mistress of All Evil.’ Starting Bid $500
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726. Maleficent production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production
drawing featuring Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, showing the powerful sorceress holding her wicked staff. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “24” in the lower corner. Image measures 5.5 x 9. In fine condition, with a light uniform block of toning. Starting Bid $200
723. Briar Rose production cel from Sleeping Beauty.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel of Briar Rose from Sleeping Beauty, showing the lovely Princess Aurora walking through the woods with her berry basket. The cel is placed on a color lithograph background. Character image measures 3 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7.5. Archivally cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 20 x 17.75. In fine condition, with slight waving to cel. Starting Bid $200
725. Prince Phillip and Samson production cel from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original
production cel of Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping Beauty, which shows the film’s hero riding atop his faithful steed in a small full-length pose. Image measures 3.75 x 2.75, with overall dimensions of 13.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
727. Maleficent pan production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original pan production drawing featuring Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. The large and impressive drawing shows the wicked sorceress with her scepter in hand, angrily pointing an evil outstretched finger. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 30 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “121” in the lower corner. Image measures 20.25 x 11.5. In fine condition, with scattered wrinkling, and some creases near the central vertical fold. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. An imposing panoramic portrayal of Maleficent. Starting Bid $200
729. Cruella de Vil production cel from 101 Dalmatians.
724. Eyvind Earle concept painting of Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original
concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, which depicts the exact moment the sorceress Maleficent magically transforms into a fire-breathing dragon. This surreal conceptual piece represents the halfway point of Maleficent’s stunning transformation from human being to beast, with Earle drawing the eye to a central glowing orb and its upward flares of mystical greens and purples. While unseen, the presence of Maleficent can be palpably felt both within the orb and among the mysteriously growing flames, hidden away as she takes her frightening final form. Accomplished in gouache on 6 x 15 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners, minimal wear to edges, and some scattered marks. Starting Bid $200
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(Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cel of Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmatians, which depicts the cold-hearted villain talking on the phone in a front-facing half-length pose measuring 7 x 6. The cel, which is trimmed to 10 x 7.25, was originally sold at Disneyland and features the gold Walt Disney Production label to the reverse. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Incredible key master production set-up of the Dalmatian puppies watching TV
732. Walt Disney characters original painting for a Disneyland publicity poster. (Walt Disney Studios,
730. The Sword in the Stone Three Sheet Movie Poster. Huge original color 41 x 83.25 three sheet movie poster for Walt Disney’s classic 1963 animated film The Sword in the Stone, which shows various characters from the film such as Merlin, Arthur, and Archimedes, with large bold text along the top: “Just like Magic…and just for Fun!” Expertly linen-backed to a slightly larger size. Rolled and in fine condition, with intersecting folds as issued. Starting Bid $200
1970s) Colorful original painting for a Disneyland publicity poster used in magazine and other advertisements in the 1970s. Accomplished in ink and watercolor on 9.5 x 11.75 artist paper, the poster features a total of 26 different Disney characters, including: Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Dumbo and Timothy Mouse, Jiminy Cricket, Snow White and the seven dwarfs, the Wicked Witch, Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and more. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 18 x 20.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
731. Duchess and Thomas O’Malley matching production cels and production background from The Aristocats. (Walt Disney
728. Dalmatian puppies production cels on a key master production background from 101 Dalmatians. (Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Marvelous original production cels of 26 Dalmatian puppies on a key master production background from 101 Dalmatians, which depicts several piles of kidnapped Dalmatian puppies napping and lounging about in the living room of Cruella De Vil’s old manor, with one group of puppies seated in front of the television set. Total puppy image measures 14 x 6.75. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film; the puppy cel is marked “Normal 2nd SEQ. 008 SC. 90.1,” and the background and outline cel are both marked in the same manner: “2110-8-90.1.” Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 23.5 x 20.5. In fine condition, with pin holes to corners. Although the screen is blank in this set-up, interesting to note is that during this scene in the movie, the puppies are watching ‘Springtime,’ a Silly Symphonies animated Disney short film originally released in 1929. An ideal key master production set-up of one of the more memorable scenes of the film. Starting Bid $1000
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Studios, 1970) Original matching production cels and production background featuring Duchess and Thomas O’Malley from The Aristocats, showing the two felines against a rural backdrop. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a cover cel and placed over a hand-painted production background. Image measures 6.5 x 6.5 (Duchess and Thomas O’Malley), with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16, with reverse of mat bearing a Walt Disney Company label affirming “This is an original painting actually used in The Walt Disney Company’s The Aristocats.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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733. Dancing Fish production cels on a production background from Bedknobs and Broomsticks. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1971) Original production cels of three sets of Dancing Fish couples from Bedknobs and Broomsticks, which shows the fish during the film’s underwater dancing contest. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film; these cels, which are overlain with a bubble effect cel, appear on a very similar background from a few minutes earlier. Total fish image measures 10 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. The bottom cel has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition, with some adhesive residue to cel edges. Starting Bid $200
735. Prince John and Sir Hiss production cels on a production background from Robin Hood. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1973) Original production cels of Prince John and Sir Hiss from Robin Hood, which are placed on a beautiful hand-painted production background from the same film: the set-up depicts the two villainous characters in large half-length poses against a backdrop of the open fairgrounds where the archery tournament is held. Total character image measures 8.25 x 7.75, with a mat opening of 13.5 x 10.5. Matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Productions seal to lower right. In fine condition, with the lower right corner tip of background neatly clipped. Starting Bid $200
A tourney to remember—Robin Hood and Sir Hiss with a panoramic production background
736. Sir Hiss production drawing from Robin Hood. (Walt Disney Studios, 1973) Original production drawing of Sir Hiss from Robin Hood, which shows the sneaky and slithering counselor of Prince John in a close-up pose wearing a hat. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper marked “41” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.5 x 5. In fine condition, with a few wrinkles and creases. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Animation Source. Starting Bid $200
738. Elliot the Dragon production cel from Pete’s Dragon. (Walt Disney Studios, 1977) Original production
cel of Elliot the Dragon from Pete’s Dragon, which depicts the lovable dragon in a large and delirious close-up pose. Image measures 2 x 9.5, with a mat opening of 13.75 x 10.25. The cel is placed on a matching giclee background. Double-matted with an engraved plaque to an overall size of 19.7 x 17.25. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower left. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
In search of the Devil’s Eye—superb key master background set-up from The Rescuers 737. Penny production key master background set-up from The Rescuers. (Walt Disney Studios,
734. Robin Hood and Sir Hiss production cels and production background from Robin Hood. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1973) Wonderful original production cels and production background of Robin Hood and Sir Hiss from Robin Hood, which shows Robin in full stork disguise during the film’s memorable archery tournament, with the sneaky Sir Hiss, topped with his floating bubble helmet, watching the suspicious newcomer from behind the bushes. The Robin cel is key to the set-up, while the Sir Hiss cel and overlain bush and tree have been added. Character images measure (Robin) and 4.5 x 5 (Sir Hiss), with overall dimensions of 28 x 12.5. The cel is placed on a very attractive hand-painted production background from the same film, which does much in faithfully recreating the landscape from the archery sequence; the lower border of the background is marked in pencil: “0112, .006, Sc. 142.1.” Double-matted to an overall size of 29 x 15. In fine condition. A magnificent panoramic set-up augmented by its large characters—with Robin front and center—and beautifully achieved forest backdrop. Starting Bid $300
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1977) Terrific original production key master background set-up featuring Penny from The Rescuers, which depicts the brave orphan girl in ankle-deep cave water attempting to obtain the Devil’s Eye diamond by prying open a pirate skull with a large sword. The cels, which are marked “69” and “W69,” are placed on a fantastic hand-painted production background used in the same scene; the lower border of background is marked: “2519, 011, Sc 80.” The character image measures 6.5 x 4.75, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. Triple-matted to an overall size of 17 x 13. In fine condition, with the lower left corner of background neatly clipped. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Walt Disney Company. A hugely desirable key master background set-up from one of the film’s many incredible action sequences—the success and enduring impact of The Rescuers led to the eventual release of The Rescuers Down Under in 1990, which made this film the first Disney animated film to have a sequel. Starting Bid $300
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739. Elliot the Dragon production storyboard drawing from Pete’s Dragon. (Walt Disney Studios, 1977) Appealing original production storyboard drawing of Elliot the Dragon from Pete’s Dragon, depicting the friendly flying reptilian blowing fire in an amusing up-close pose measuring 6 x 4. Accomplished in graphite, and colored pencil and felt tip on untrimmed 7.5 x 5 animation paper, which signed in the lower right in black ink by the artist Ken Anderson. The drawing is affixed to a slightly larger backing sheet. In fine condition, with pin holes to upper border. Accompanied by a glossy 10 x 8 photo of longtime Disney animator Joe Hale during production of Pete’s Dragon, signed in the lower border in black ink. Starting Bid $200
742. Jessica Rabbit production color model cel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. (Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original production color model cel featuring Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, showing the voluptuous redhead in a sexy three-quarter-length pose. Image measures 4.5 x 9.5, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
740. Tod and Vixey production cels on a concept background from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1981) Original production cels on a concept background featuring Tod and Vixey from The Fox and the Hound, which shows the two surprised foxes in impressive full-length poses. The cels, which are stapled at the top corners, are laid over a large hand-painted concept background for the same film, which offers a magnificent view of a rustic cottage, a broad central tree, and a field with distant forest; the background is protected by a Mylar covering. Character images measure 7 x 7 (Tod) and 5.5 x 5.5 (Vixey), with overall dimensions of 22 x 19.5. The cels are marked in the lower right as “T40” and “58.” The Tod cel has the silver Walt Disney Productions seal to lower left. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Walt Disney Productions. A simply beautiful set-up boasting two large character cels and an atypically large hand-painted conceptual background. Starting Bid $300
743. Roger Rabbit production cel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. (Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original produc-
tion cel featuring Roger Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, featuring the cartoon rabbit in a large close-up pose. The cel is placed on a solid white background. Image measures 6.25 x 7.25, with a mat opening of 13.5 x 10.5. Matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
741. Tod, Widow Tweed, a chicken, and a cow production cels and production background The Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1981) Original production cels of Tod, Widow Tweed, a chicken, and a cow from The Fox and the Hound, which shows the four characters during a hectic scene in the barn, with Tod being chased by the chicken, and the Widow Tweed seated and adjusting her glasses next to the cow. The cels, which are individually marked as “F8,” “1,” “T11,” are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. The lower border of the background is marked in pencil: “0136–1.2–SC 43, 716, K.P., SC 43, SEQ. 01.2–0136.” Character images measure 4.25 x 2.25 (Tod), 5.75 x 3.75 (chicken with feathers), 5.75 x 5.75 (Widow Tweed), and 6.75 x 8.25 (cow), with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 12.5. Doublematted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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744. Ariel and Ursula production cels from The Little Mermaid. (Walt Disney Studios, 1989) Original production cels of Ariel and Ursula from The Little Mermaid, which shows the devious Ursula as she convinces Ariel to become a human for three days in exchange for her voice. Character images measure 6.25 x 6.75 (Ariel) and 12 x 7 (Ursula), with a mat opening of 12.75 x 9.25. The cels are placed on a matching studio copy background, and the piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to upper left. Includes its original Walt Disney Animation Art presentation folder. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Walt Disney Company. Starting Bid $200
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748. Aladdin and Jasmine production cel from the Aladdin TV series. (Walt Disney Studios, 1994) Original
production cel featuring Aladdin and Jasmine wearing their wedding outfits from the ‘King of Thieves’ episode of the Aladdin animated TV series. The cel is placed on a matching studio copy background. Image measures 8 x 6.75, with overall dimensions of 15 x 12. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television Animation Art seal to lower right. In fine condition. Housed in its original portfolio and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney Enterprises, Inc. Starting Bid $200
745. Ariel and Flounder production cels from The Little Mermaid. (Walt Disney Studios, 1989) Original pro-
duction cels of Ariel and Flounder from The Little Mermaid, which depicts the best friends scrounging for treasure in a sunken ship. The cels, with bubble effects cel layer, are placed on a matching studio copy background from the same film. Character images measure 2.25 x 2.5 (Flounder) and 4.75 x 4.75 (Ariel), with a mat opening of 15 x 9.5. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.25 x 16. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the Walt Disney Company. Starting Bid $200
746. Ariel production cel from The Little Mermaid television show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1992) Original
production cel of Ariel from The Little Mermaid television show, which shows the lovely young mermaid in a three-quarterlength pose. Image measures 8 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 13.5 x 11. The cel is placed on a matching Disney litho background. Triple-matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
747. The Lion King characters publicity watercolor painting for The Lion King. (Walt Disney Studios, 1994) Detailed original publicity watercolor painting for The Lion King, which shows many of the film’s memorable characters—Simba, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa, Scar, Mufasa, Sarabi, Zazu, Rafiki, and Shenzi, Banzai, and Ed—grouped together high above the African plain. Vividly accomplished in watercolor and colored pencil on an off-white 5 x 7.75 sheet of artist paper, which is affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with a reparation to the upper left corner. Starting Bid $200
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749. Li Shang and Khan limited edition hand-painted cel set-up from Mulan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1998) Limited
edition hand-painted cel set-up featuring Li Shang and Khan from Mulan, numbered 14/26. The set-up is from Sequence 15.0, Scene 47.0, which depicts Khan in a state of horror as Shang appears to be forced to carry out the punishment the law decrees for treason: death. Total character image measures 11.25 x 8.25, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. The cel is placed on a color photo background, and the lower right corner of cel features the gold “Walt Disney Feature Animation” seal. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original presentation folder and by a certificate of authenticity from Disney, which states this set-up was “created especially for Feature Animation employees only.” Starting Bid $200
750. Roy E. Disney and Friends signed limited edition cel. (Walt Disney Studios, 2000) Original limited edition hand-
painted cel featuring Roy E. Disney surrounded by Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy, numbered 107/300, matted to an overall size of 19.5 x 19.5, signed in the mat in black felt tip by Disney. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney Enterprises, Inc. Starting Bid $200
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754. Looney Tunes characters original pan drawing by Virgil Ross. (War-
751. Rooftops and marketplace production master background painting and layout drawing from Cinderella II: Dreams Come True. (Walt Disney Studios, 2002) Original master background painting and layout drawing from
Cinderella II: Dreams Come True, which shows an overhead view of the marketplace and the surrounding town. Accomplished in gouache on 17 x 11.25 artist board, with the lower border bearing an affixed production label. Total image measures 15.25 x 9.25. Includes a sky-and-clouds production cel with hand-painted background, 17.5 x 11.5, and a preliminary production drawing for the marketplace background, accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on 13 x 9.5 animation sheet. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney Auctions. Starting Bid $200
ner Brothers Studios, 1990s) Original pan drawing by Virgil Ross featuring a total of 18 classic Looney Tunes characters including Yosemite Sam, Michigan J. Frog, Speedy Gonzales, Elmer Fudd, Wile E. Coyote, Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, Bugs Bunny, and more. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 23.5 x 10.5 animation paper, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Virgil Ross.” In fine condition, with a small tear to right edge. This one-of-a-kind drawing was done to be sold in the Warner Brothers Studio stores in the 1990s—this elaborate example is an especially rare large size. Starting Bid $200
755. Bugs Bunny and Umpire original pan drawing by Virgil Ross. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1990s) Original pan drawing by Virgil Ross inspired by the 1946 cartoon Baseball Bugs, featuring Bugs Bunny sliding into home plate during a baseball game as the umpire calls him out, complete with the stadium background done in blue pencil. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 23.5 x 10.25 animation paper, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Virgil Ross.” In fine condition, with a small slice to top edge. This one-of-a-kind drawing was done to be sold in the Warner Brothers Studio stores in the 1990s—large panoramas with detailed backgrounds are especially rare. Starting Bid $200
752. Piano production background from Pagan Moon. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1932) Original production
background featuring the underwater piano from Pagan Moon. In the Merrie Melodies short, a native island boy sings ‘Pagan Moon’ to his sweetheart, playing various instruments alongside animal friends before eventually diving into the ocean to find the submerged piano. Accomplished in pen and ink on a 12 x 10 sheet, marked “Scene 20” along the bottom and stamped “MM1 6” in the lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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753. Fairground production background from Those Were Wonderful Days. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1934)
Original production background featuring the fairground from Those Were Wonderful Days, showing a barrel and mug with a “Free Beer” sign hanging above. Set in 1898, the cartoon offers a nostalgic look at the United States at the turn of the century, leading up to the annual Fourth of July celebration at the local fairground. Accomplished in pen and ink on an 11.25 x 9.5 sheet, affixed to a slightly larger mount. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
756. Batman and Penguin production cels from Batman: The Animated Series. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1992)
Two original production cels featuring Batman and Penguin from Batman: The Animated Series, showing both characters in great poses. Both are placed on Warner Bros. photographic backgrounds. Images measure 7 x 6.75 (Batman) and 9.5 x 8.25 (Penguin), with overall dimensions of 14 x 11. Both pieces bear the gold Warner Bros. seal. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by certificates of authenticity from Clampett Studio Collections for both. Starting Bid $200
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757. Batman and the Riddler limited edition cel signed by (5) creators. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1994) Original
limited edition hand-painted cel entitled ‘The Mark of a Question’ featuring Batman and the Riddler from Batman: The Animated Series, numbered 489/500, signed in black felt tip by Kevin Conroy (voice of Batman), and by writers/animators Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Glen Murakami, and Alan Burnett. The cel is placed on a Warner Bros. litho background. Images measure 6.75 x 7.25 (Batman) and 3 x 7 (Riddler), with a mat opening of 12 x 10. Framed to an overall size of 19.25 x 17.25. The piece has the Warner Bros. seal to the lower left corner. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. The cel was not issued as a signed edition, making this a rare and unique example. Starting Bid $200
760. Clock washer production cels and background from Horton Hears a Who!. (MGM Studios, 1954) Original
758. Batman and Robin limited edition cel. (Warner
Brothers Studios, 1996) Original limited edition cel featuring Batman and Robin entitled ‘The Dynamic Duo,’ numbered 435/500, featuring the heroic pair soaring through Gotham City. The cel is placed on a Warner Bros. litho background. Images measure 8.25 x 9.5 (Batman) and 3.5 x 3.475 (Robin), with a mat opening of 16 x 12.75. Framed to an overall size of 24.25 x 21.25. The piece has the Warner Bros. seal to lower left. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. Starting Bid $200
production cels and production background of a clock washer from Horton Hears a Who!, which depicts the brave clock washer seated on a plank that’s hooked to the top of a large clock. The cel is placed on a hand-drawn production background, which is marked “BG SC B-15, 7757,” and accomplished in ink, crayon, and colored felt tip. Image measures 3 x 4.25, with overall dimensions of 12.5 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
761. Horton and mountains production drawing from Horton Hears a Who!. (MGM Studios, 1954) Origi-
nal production drawing of Horton and mountain ranges from Horton Hears a Who!, which shows the elephant perched atop a point jagged mountaintop during his pursuit of the vulture Vlad Vladikoff, who has flown away with his Whoville clover. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 16.5 x 13.5 animation paper. Images measure .75 x .75 (Horton), 16 x 12.75 (foreground mountains), and 15.25 x 1 (background mountains). In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and trivial creases. Starting Bid $200
759. Hand-painted production background of a clover field from Horton Hears a Who!(MGM Studios, 1954) Beautiful original hand-painted production background from Horton Hears a Who!, which depicts a lush green pathway twisting its way through a vast clover field, with purple flower bushes in the foreground, and the silhouettes of jagged mountain peaks visible against the upper blue sky. Accomplished in gouache on a 14.5 x 10.5 sheet of artist board. In fine condition,with some surface loss to borders (partially affecting lower left corner), and pin holes to upper corners. Starting Bid $200
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762. Don Knotts signed limited edition hand-painted cel for The Incredible Mr. Limpet. (MGM Studios, 1964)
Limited edition cel for the live-action/animated comedy film The Incredible Mr. Limpet, numbered 233/350, signed in black felt tip by actor Don Knotts, who played both Mr. Limpet as well as the voice of the fish Limpet. The cel, which shows Limpet in fish form inspecting an Uncle Sam recruitment poster, is placed on an attractive matching studio prepared background. Image measures 11x 7, with overall dimensions of 22.5 x 11. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. A very displayable set-up of a memorable scene from the movie. Starting Bid $200
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763. Cindy-Lou Who production cel and drawing from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Signed by Chuck Jones. (MGM Studios, 1966) Original production cel and drawing of Cindy-Lou Who from How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, which depicts the toddler holding a wreath inside her Whoville house. Cindy-Lou measures 1.5 x 1, and the cel, which is signed in black felt tip by legendary cartoonist Chuck Jones, is placed on a studio copy background measuring 18 x 16. The piece has the gold Linda Jones Enterprises seal to lower left. Includes the original matching production drawing of Cindy-Lou, accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 16.5 x 13.5 animation paper. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Linda Jones Enterprises. Starting Bid $200
“CLOMP!”—a rare large Schulz sketch of Snoopy stealing Linus’s security blanket, drawn on a 1964 Peanuts calendar promo
766. Charles Schulz Original Sketch of Snoopy and Linus. Original sketch by Charles Schulz of Snoopy dashing 764. The Grinch and Max production color test cels from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (MGM Studios, 1970s) Very attractive original production color test cels of the Grinch and Max from How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, which shows the characters in brightly colored full-length poses measuring 5.25 x 9.25 (Grinch) and 6.25 x 8 (Max). The Grinch cel is marked along the left edge, “7755, Color Test, C-,” and reads: “The Grinch in Repose”; and the Max cel, which shows the dog in his reindeer costume, reads: “Old Max.” Both cels are tape-affixed to individual color printed backgrounds measuring 10.75 x 13.25 and 13 x 11. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
in and stealing the beloved security blanket of an unsuspecting Linus, accomplished on the reverse of a 13 x 10.25 promotional display card for the Peanuts calendar, A Date Book for 1964. Signed and inscribed in black ballpoint, “To Patti, CLOMP! Charles M. Schulz.” In fine condition. A terrific oversized and action-packed sketch of one of the comic strip’s best ‘running’ gags: Snoopy tormenting Linus—the middle Van Pelt child and best friend of Charlie Brown is quite rare and sought after in sketches. Starting Bid $300
768. Snoopy production cel from a MetLife commercial. (Peanuts, 1982) Original production cel of Snoopy from a classic MetLife commercial, which shows Charlie Brown’s imaginative dog sitting atop his doghouse as a World War I Flying Ace. The cel, which is marked “SN. 6,” is placed on a matching giclee background from the commercial. Image measures 3.5 x 3.25, with overall dimensions of 13.25 x 11. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
767. Dudley Do-Right production background from The Disloyal Canadians. (Jay Ward Productions, 1959) Vibrant original hand-painted production 765. The Magilla Gorilla Show production storyboard for Bank Pranks. (Hanna-Barbera, 1964) Original complete 15-page hand-drawn storyboard for The Magilla Gorilla Show cartoon ‘Bank Pranks,’ the fourth episode of the first season, which aired on February 4, 1964. The storyboard contains 15 pages and a total of 132 drawings, with majority bearing scene notes, directions, and dialogue. Each storyboard page is accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12.5 x 10.5 animation paper. In fine condition, with expected wear from use. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Howard Lowery. In the episode, Magilla accidentally becomes an accomplice in a bank robbery but ends up a high-finance hero. Starting Bid $200
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background featuring Dudley Do-Right from The Disloyal Canadians, showing his silhouette outside the Alberta Hotel in the very first episode of the Dudley DoRight of the Mounties series. The episode originally aired as a segment in The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends (Season 1, Episode 11). In his attempts to stop Snidely Whiplash, Dudley Do-Right only manages to blow up a dam and burn down the Alberta Hotel—the charred remains of which are seen in this vividly hand-painted production piece. Accomplished in gouache on a 9.75 x 8 sheet of artist’s cardstock. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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18. Abraham Lincoln Slavery Opinion Pamphlet Starting Bid $200
19. Abraham Lincoln 1860 Albany Evening Journal Pamphlet with Cooper Union Speech Starting Bid $200
23. William McKinley Signed Executive Mansion Card Starting Bid $200
43. John F. Kennedy: Frederick L. Conklin Starting Bid $200
52. Joe Biden Signed Mock Oath of Office Starting Bid $200
53. Joe Biden Signed Presidential Campaign Sign Starting Bid $200
54. Joe Biden Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
55. George Bush Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
56. George Bush Signed Congressional Business Card Starting Bid $200
57. George W. Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $100
58. George Bush and George W. Bush Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
59. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
60. Frances Cleveland Signed Engraving Starting Bid $200
61. Grover Cleveland Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
62. Grover Cleveland Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
63. Bill Clinton Signed Souvenir State of the Union Address Starting Bid $200
64. Calvin Coolidge Signed Check Starting Bid $200
65. Calvin Coolidge Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
66. Calvin and Grace Coolidge Signatures Starting Bid $200
68. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed as President Starting Bid $200
69. Mamie Doud Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
70. First Ladies (6) Signed Items Starting Bid $100
71. Gerald Ford Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
72. Gerald Ford Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
73. Gerald and Betty Ford Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
74. Warren G. Harding Signed Check Starting Bid $200
75. Warren G. Harding Document Signed Starting Bid $200
76. Benjamin Harrison Signature Starting Bid $200
77. Benjamin Harrison Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
78. Rutherford B. Hayes Document Signed Starting Bid $200
79. Rutherford B. Hayes Document Signed as President Starting Bid $200
80. Rutherford B. Hayes Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
81. Herbert Hoover Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
82. Herbert Hoover Signed White House Card Starting Bid $200
83. Herbert Hoover Signed Inaugural Address Starting Bid $200
84. Herbert Hoover Signature Starting Bid $200
85. Herbert Hoover Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
86. Herbert Hoover Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
87. Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover Signatures Starting Bid $200
88. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
89. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
90. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
91. John F. Kennedy 1960 Campaign Original Wirephoto Starting Bid $100
92. John F. Kennedy and Peace Corps Volunteer Original Wirephoto Starting Bid $100
93. John F. Kennedy 1962 Oval Office Interview Original Wirephoto Starting Bid $100
94. Abraham Lincoln: Engraving of 'The Nation's Martyr' Starting Bid $200
95. James Monroe Document Signed Starting Bid $200
96. Pat Nixon Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
97. Pat Nixon Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
98. Richard Nixon Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
99. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $100
100. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $100
101. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $100
102. Richard Nixon: 1973 Inaugural Ball Cufflinks Starting Bid $200
103. Barack Obama Signed Book Starting Bid $200
104. Barack Obama Signed Mock Birth Certificate Starting Bid $200
105. Franklin Pierce Autograph Letter Signed as President Starting Bid $200
106. Nancy Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
107. Ronald Reagan Signed Program Starting Bid $200
108. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Signatures Starting Bid $200
109. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
110. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Signed Book Starting Bid $200
111. Ronald and Nancy Reagan Signed Program Starting Bid $200
112. Ronald Reagan: George P. Shultz Starting Bid $200
113. Eleanor Roosevelt Signed White House Card Starting Bid $200
114. William and Helen Taft Photograph, Envelope, and ANS Starting Bid $100
115. William H. Taft Signature Starting Bid $200
116. William H. Taft Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
117. Bess Truman Signed Letter and Photograph Starting Bid $100
118. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
119. Harry S. Truman Signed Check Starting Bid $200
120. Harry S. Truman Signed Envelope Starting Bid $200
155. Princess Diana and Prince Charles Signed Christmas Card Starting Bid $200
157. Erie Canal (4) Item Archive Starting Bid $200
162. Nicolas-Philibert Adelon Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
163. Johnny Baker Signature Starting Bid $200
164. Anthony Blunt Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
165. Louis Antoine de Bougainville Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
166. Henri Marie Bouley Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
167. Lujo Brentano Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
168. John Brown HandAddressed Mailing Envelope Starting Bid $200
169. Warren E. Burger: Book from His Personal Library Starting Bid $100
170. Fidel Castro Signed Program Starting Bid $200
171. Fidel Castro (5) Original Wirephotos Starting Bid $200
172. Jean-Baptiste Charcot Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
173. Madame Chiang KaiShek Signature Starting Bid $200
174. Clementine Churchill Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
175. Andre Citroen Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
176. Alexis Clairaut Autograph Document Signed Starting Bid $200
177. US Constitution: Presumed First Periodical Printing in Columbian Magazine, September 1787 Starting Bid $200
178. Dalai Lama Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
179. Dalai Lama Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
180. Dalai Lama Signature Starting Bid $200
181. Lee de Forest Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
182. DNA: Crick and Watson Signed Items Starting Bid $200
183. William O. Douglas's Supreme Court Chambers Political Cartoon Starting Bid $100
184. Antwerp Chapbook: 1621 Starting Bid $200
185. Willem Einthoven Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
186. David Fairchild Signed Book Starting Bid $200
187. Sigmund Freud HandAddressed Mailing Envelope Starting Bid $200
188. Samuel Gee Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
189. J. Paul Getty Signed Check Starting Bid $200
190. Ruth Bader Ginsburg Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
191. Philip Henry Gosse Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
192. Grey Owl Signed Booklet Starting Bid $100
193. Aime Guerlain Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
194. Otto Hahn Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
195. Odd Hassel Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
196. Heart Surgeons and Medical Researchers (9) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
197. Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Signed Cover Starting Bid $200
198. Israeli Nobel Peace Prize Winners (3) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
199. John Jay Signature Starting Bid $200
200. Thomas ap Catesby Jones: Dranesville Tavern Broadside Starting Bid $200
201. Paul Langevin Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
202. Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai Original Photograph Starting Bid $100
203. Stanley Matthews Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
204. Elie Metchnikoff Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
205. Mother Teresa Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
206. Max Muller Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
207. Napoleon III Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
208. Nobel Peace Prize Winners Signatures Starting Bid $200
209. Max Nordau Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
210. Philadelphia: Ocean Steamship Line Charter Booklet Starting Bid $100
211. Ferry Porsche Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
212. Potomac Company 1793 Document Starting Bid $200
213. Princess Grace and Prince Rainier Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
214. Joseph Louis Proust Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
215. Melvin Purvis Signed Check Starting Bid $200
216. Queen Victoria ThirdPerson Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
217. Queen Victoria Document Signed Starting Bid $200
218. Queen Victoria Eugenie Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
219. Whitelaw Reid Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
220. Charles Richet Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
221. Jean Rostand Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
222. Jack Ruby Telegram Starting Bid $200
223. William Thompson Sedgwick Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
224. Susan B. Anthony Case: Shaker and Shakeress Monthly Magazine Starting Bid $100
225. Edward Albert SharpeySchafer Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
226. Lazzaro Spallanzani Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
227. Johann Spurzheim Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
228. Margaret Thatcher Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
229. John Edgar Thomson Document Signed Starting Bid $200
230. Robert Henry Thurston Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
231. Titanic: Millvina Dean Starting Bid $200
232. Titanic: Edwina MacKenzie Starting Bid $200
233. Titanic: George Widener Starting Bid $200
234. Clyde W. Tombaugh Signed Print Starting Bid $200
235. William M. 'Boss' Tweed Signed Endorsement Starting Bid $200
236. Daniel Webster Signed Check Starting Bid $200
237. Daniel Webster Signed Free Frank Starting Bid $200
238. Yen Chia-kan Signed Airmail Cover Starting Bid $200
240. George Anson, 1st Baron Anson Document Signed Starting Bid $200
241. Hap Arnold Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
242. Louis-Alexandre Berthier Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
243. Billy Bishop Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
244. Civil War: Virginia and Washington, D.C. Military Map Starting Bid $200
245. Mark Clark Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
246. Mark Clark Signed Group Lot Starting Bid $100
247. French Broadside: Gendarmerie d'Ordonnance de l'Empereur Starting Bid $200
248. Gettysburg: Rev. Thomas H. Stockton Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
249. William F. Halsey Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
250. Felix von Luckner Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
251. Douglas MacArthur Signature Starting Bid $200
252. George B. McClellan Autobiography Starting Bid $100
253. James B. McPherson Signature (Album Page with Autograph of Woodrow Wilson) Starting Bid $200
254. Nelson A. Miles Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
255. William A. Moffett Signature Starting Bid $200
256. David Porter Autograph Document Signed Starting Bid $200
257. Eddie Rickenbacker Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
258. Frederick Roberts Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
259. William S. Rosecrans Autograph Note Signed Starting Bid $200
260. William T. Sherman Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
261. William T. Sherman Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
262. Edmund Kirby Smith Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
263. FitzRoy Somerset Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
264. Benjamin Ruggles Woodbridge Rum Return Document Starting Bid $100
267. Louis Bleriot Signature Starting Bid $200
268. Wiley Post Signature Starting Bid $100
269. Igor Sikorsky Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
270. World War I: Sportsman's Battalion Recruitment Poster Starting Bid $200
279. Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
280. Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
281. Buzz Aldrin and Peter Max Signed Print Starting Bid $200
282. Buzz Aldrin and Peter Max Signed Print Starting Bid $200
283. Buzz Aldrin and Peter Max Signed Print Starting Bid $200
284. Apollo 16 Original 'Type 1' Photograph Starting Bid $200
285. Apollo 17 Original 'Type 1' Photograph Starting Bid $200
286. Michael Collins Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
287. Michael Collins Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
288. Charlie Duke Signed Panoramic Photograph Starting Bid $200
289. Charlie Duke Signed Panoramic Photograph Starting Bid $200
290. Gemini 8 Original 'Type 1' Photograph Starting Bid $200
291. John Glenn Signed First Day Cover Starting Bid $200
292. Richard Gordon Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
293. Fred Haise Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
294. Fred Haise Signed Beta Cloth Starting Bid $200
295. Fred Haise Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
296. Bruce McCandless Document Signed Starting Bid $200
297. Edgar Mitchell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
298. Edgar Mitchell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
299. Tom Stafford Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
300. Jack Swigert Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
301. Valentina Tereshkova Signed First Day Cover Starting Bid $200
302. Valentina Tereshkova (2) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
303. Valentina Tereshkova Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
304. Valentina Tereshkova Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
305. Al Worden's 'Hawker Siddeley Harrier' Photo Album Starting Bid $200
306. Al Worden's 'NASA First' Philatelic Souvenirs Starting Bid $200
307. Al Worden's (3) Certificates and Diplomas Starting Bid $200
308. Al Worden's 101st Airborne Vietnam Challenge Coin Starting Bid $200
309. Al Worden's Apollo 11 50th Anniversary 5 oz. Silver Coin Starting Bid $200
310. Al Worden's Apollo 11 Bronze Medal Starting Bid $200
311. Al Worden's Apollo 11 Manned Flight Awareness Medallion Starting Bid $200
312. Al Worden's Apollo 15 Bronze Medal Starting Bid $200
313. Al Worden's Apollo 15 Crew-Signed Cover Starting Bid $200
314. Al Worden's Apollo 15 Franklin Mint Silver Medal Starting Bid $200
315. Al Worden's Apollo 15 Insurance Cover Starting Bid $200
316. Al Worden's Apollo 15 Patch and Pins Starting Bid $200
317. Al Worden's Apollo Anniversary Medallions (3) Starting Bid $200
318. Al Worden's ApolloSoyuz Cover from the Space City Cover Society Starting Bid $200
319. Al Worden's Collection of (6) Apollo 15 Covers Starting Bid $200
320. Al Worden's Collection of (7) Apollo 15 Covers Starting Bid $200
321. Al Worden's E6B Aircraft Navigation Computer Starting Bid $200
322. Al Worden's Flown 172nd Fighter Squadron American Flag Starting Bid $200
323. Al Worden's Jim Irwin Signed Book Starting Bid $200
324. Al Worden's Lunar and Martian Meteorite Display Starting Bid $200
325. Al Worden's Pair of Apollo 15 Patches (One Signed) Starting Bid $200
326. Al Worden's Presidential Cufflinks Starting Bid $200
327. Al Worden's Signed Book Starting Bid $200
335. Franz von Bayros Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
336. Jean-Joseph BenjaminConstant Autograph Letter Signed and Signed Calling Card Starting Bid $200
337. Pierre Boucher Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
338. British Artists (4) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
339. Daniel Chester French Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
340. Walter Gropius Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
341. Al Hirschfeld Signed Lithograph Starting Bid $200
342. Edwin Landseer Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
343. Grandma Moses Signed Book Starting Bid $200
344. Photographers (6) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
345. Paul Poiret Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
346. Norman Rockwell Signed Print Starting Bid $200
347. Norman Rockwell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
348. Andy Warhol Signed Book Starting Bid $200
349. George Frederic Watts Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
350. Zao Wou-Ki Signature Starting Bid $200
352. William Faulkner Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
359. William Peter Blatty Autograph Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
360. Ray Bradbury Typed Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
361. Lawrence Ferlinghetti Typed Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
362. Allen Ginsberg Signed Book Starting Bid $200
363. Julia Ward Howe Autograph Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
364. Julia Ward Howe and Lydia Sigourney Signatures Starting Bid $200
365. Ken Kesey Signed VHS Tape Case Starting Bid $200
366. Lev Kopelev Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
367. John le Carre Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
368. Lorillard Tobacco Company 1828 Invoice Starting Bid $100
369. Edwin Markham Autograph Manuscript Signed Starting Bid $200
370. Alberto Moravia Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
371. J. K. Rowling Signed Book Starting Bid $200
372. Leopold SacherMasoch Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
373. Dr. Seuss Signed Book Starting Bid $200
374. Samuel Francis Smith Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
375. Armin Vambery Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
376. William Carlos Williams Typed Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
377. Emile Zola Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
378. Emile Zola Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
396. Cream Signatures Starting Bid $200
405. Leonard Bernstein Signed Photograph with AMQS Starting Bid $200
406. Gustave Charpentier Signed Photo with AMQ Starting Bid $200
407. Gabriel Faure Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
408. French Composers (9) Calling Cards Starting Bid $200
409. Victor Herbert Autograph Musical Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
410. Joseph Joachim Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
411. Ernst Krenek Autograph Musical Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
412. Olivier Messiaen Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
413. Camille Saint-Saens Signed Sheet Music Starting Bid $200
414. Richard Strauss Autograph Document Signed Starting Bid $200
415. Ambroise Thomas Handwritten Musical Manuscript Starting Bid $200
416. Irving Berlin Signed Photograph and Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
417. Cab Calloway Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
418. Cab Calloway Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
419. Parade du Jazz 1980 Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
420. Richard Rodgers Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
421. John Williams Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
422. John Denver Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
423. ? and The Mysterians Signed 45 RPM Record Starting Bid $200
424. The Animals Signed Promo Card Starting Bid $200
425. The Animals Signed Tour Program Starting Bid $200
426. Beatles Artists Signatures Starting Bid $200
427. Beatles: Yoko Ono Starting Bid $200
428. Beatles: Ringo Starr Starting Bid $200
431. Beatles: Yellow Submarine 'Band' Rug Starting Bid $200
432. Beatles: Yellow Submarine 'Blue Meanie' Rug Starting Bid $200
433. Beatles: Yellow Submarine 'Portraits' Rug Starting Bid $200
434. The Jeff Beck Group 1969 Fillmore West Poster Starting Bid $200
435. Canned Heat Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
436. Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young 1969 Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
437. The Doors: Jim Morrison Starting Bid $200
438. Jefferson Airplane Souvenir Lyrics for 'White Rabbit' Starting Bid $200
439. Jefferson Starship Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
440. Joan Jett and The Runaways Signed Album Starting Bid $200
441. Elton John Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
442. The Kinks Signed Souvenir Lyrics for 'You Really Got Me' Starting Bid $200
443. Lynyrd Skynyrd Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
444. Lynyrd Skynyrd: Ronnie Van Zant Starting Bid $100
445. Motorhead Signed Album Starting Bid $200
446. Roy Orbison Signature Starting Bid $200
447. Ozzy Osbourne Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
448. Carl Perkins Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
449. The Police Signatures Starting Bid $200
450. The Police Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
451. Prince 'For You' Promotional Poster Starting Bid $200
452. Prince Lot of (10) 7inch Single Records Starting Bid $200
453. Paul Revere and The Raiders Signed 45 RPM Record Sleeve Starting Bid $200
454. Rolling Stones: Charlies Watts Starting Bid $200
455. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood Starting Bid $200
456. Diana Ross Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
457. Mitch Ryder and the Detroit Wheels Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
458. Carlos Santana Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
459. Bob Seger Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
460. Phil Spector Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
461. Bruce Springsteen Signed Guitar Starting Bid $200
462. Bruce Springsteen Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
463. Thin Lizzy Lot of (8) Slides and (1) Photo by Richard Creamer Starting Bid $100
464. The Turtles Signed 45 RPM Record Sleeve Starting Bid $200
465. Eddie Van Halen Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
466. Tom Waits Signed Album Starting Bid $200
467. The Who: Daltrey and Townshend Signed Books Starting Bid $200
468. Woodstock Three-Day Admission Ticket Starting Bid $200
469. The Yardbirds Signatures Starting Bid $200
470. Neil Young Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
471. The Zombies Signatures Starting Bid $200
472. Bee Gees Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
473. Carole King Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
474. Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam Signed Album Starting Bid $200
486. Julie Andrews Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
487. Julie Andrews Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
488. Asian Directors (4) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
489. Lucille Ball Signed Check Starting Bid $200
490. Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Signed Checks Starting Bid $200
491. Ingrid Bergman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
492. Bride of Frankenstein: Colin Clive and Elsa Lanchester Signatures Starting Bid $200
493. Casablanca: Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman Starting Bid $200
494. Mae Clarke Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
495. Sean Connery Signed Receipt Starting Bid $200
496. Sean Connery Signature Starting Bid $200
497. Gary Cooper Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
498. Francis Ford Coppola Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
499. Cowboy Actors (11) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
500. Peter Cushing Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
501. Peter Cushing Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
502. Leonardo DiCaprio Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
503. Michael Flatley Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
504. Errol Flynn Signed Check Starting Bid $200
505. Errol Flynn Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
506. Errol Flynn Document Signed Starting Bid $200
507. Harrison Ford Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
508. Clark Gable Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
509. Clark Gable Signed Check Starting Bid $200
510. Abel Gance Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
511. Ava Gardner Signed Check Starting Bid $200
512. Floyd Gibbons Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
513. Cary Grant Signature Starting Bid $200
514. Cary Grant Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
515. Alec Guinness Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
516. Rita Hayworth Signature Starting Bid $200
517. Edith Head Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
518. Tippi Hedren Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
519. Jim Henson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
520. Audrey Hepburn Signature Starting Bid $200
521. Leslie Howard Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
522. Leslie Howard Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
523. Joseph Jefferson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
524. Grace Kelly Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
525. Grace Kelly Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
526. Laurel and Hardy: T.
527. Peter Lawford Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
528. Vivien Leigh Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
529. Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot (8) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
530. Lost in Space Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
531. Jayne Mansfield Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
532. Robert Mitchum Hand Tracings and Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
533. Munsters: Fred Gwynne Starting Bid $200
535. One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: Kesey and Nicholson Signatures Starting Bid $200
Marvin Hatley Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
536. Al Pacino Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
537. Debra Paget Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
538. Roman Polanski Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
539. William Powell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
540. Psycho: Janet Leigh and Robert Bloch Signed Items Starting Bid $200
541. Gilda Radner Signed Cut-Out Doll Book Starting Bid $200
542. Claude Rains Signature Starting Bid $200
543. Claude Rains Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
544. Basil Rathbone Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
545. Basil Rathbone Signature Starting Bid $200
546. Christopher Reeve Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
547. Christopher Reeve Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
548. Jean Renoir Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
549. Rocky RIAA Platinum Sales Award Starting Bid $200
550. Peter Sellers Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
551. Frank Sinatra and Buddy Rich Signatures Starting Bid $200
552. Caroll Spinney (2) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
553. Konstantin Stanislavski 554. Star Trek: William Signature Shatner and Leonard Nimoy Starting Bid $200 Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
555. Star Wars Cast Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
556. Star Wars: Peter Cushing Starting Bid $200
557. Star Wars: Harrison Ford Starting Bid $200
558. Star Wars: Dave Prowse Starting Bid $200
559. Three Stooges: Shemp Howard Starting Bid $200
560. Francois Truffaut Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
561. Twilight Zone Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
562. Rudolph Valentino and Pola Negri Signatures Starting Bid $200
563. Walking Dead (3) Signed Photographs of
Lincoln, Reedus, and Yeung Starting Bid $200
564. Raquel Welch Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
565. Wizard of Oz: Bolger and Haley Signed Photograph and Check Starting Bid $200
566. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton Starting Bid $200
567. Anna May Wong Signature Starting Bid $200
568. Adolph Zukor Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
571. Muhammad Ali (2) Signed Pamphlets Starting Bid $200
572. Muhammad Ali Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
574. Baseball Hall of Famers 575. Baseball Hall of Famers 576. Baseball: 20 Game Signatures (3) Signed Baseballs Winners Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
573. Base Stealers (4) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
577. Yogi Berra and Don Larsen Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
578. Dana X. Bible Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
579. Jim Bottomley Signature Starting Bid $200
580. Roger Clemens (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
581. Roger Clemens and Mike Piazza Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
582. Bill Dickey Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
583. Roger Federer (5) Signed Promo Cards Starting Bid $200
584. Rogers Hornsby Signature Starting Bid $200
585. Reggie Jackson (2) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
586. Don Larsen Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
587. George Preston Marshall Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
588. NY Mets: 1969 TeamSigned Print Starting Bid $200
589. NY Yankees Greats and Coaches Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
590. NY Yankees: 1940s–50s Players (6) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
591. NY Yankees: 1960s Players (8) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
592. NY Yankees: 1980 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
593. NY Yankees: 1993 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
595. NY Yankees: All-Stars (5) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
596. NY Yankees: Broadcasters (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $100
597. NY Yankees: Closers (3) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
598. NY Yankees: Hitters (8) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
599. NY Yankees: Managers (6) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
600. NY Yankees: OldTimers Signed Baseball Starting Bid $100
601. NY Yankees: Pitchers (8) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
602. NY Yankees: Pitchers (6) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
603. NY Yankees: World Series Champions (8) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
604. Steve Owen Signed Cover Starting Bid $200
605. Pitchers (4) Signed Baseballs Starting Bid $200
606. Dan Reeves Signature Starting Bid $200
607. Mauri Rose Autograph Note Signed Starting Bid $200
608. Gene Sarazen Signed Photographs Starting Bid $100
609. Max Schmeling Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
610. Mike Tyson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
611. Mike Tyson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
770. Underdog, Sweet Polly Purebred, Simon Bar Sinister, and Cad Lackey limited edition cel Starting Bid $200
612. Dazzy Vance Signature 613. Bill Veeck Typed Letter 769. Teenage Mutant Ninja Starting Bid $200 Signed Turtles Artist (8) Signed Starting Bid $200 Movie Poster and (9) Signed Art Prints Starting Bid $200
771. Rudolph Wendelin Signed Prints Starting Bid $200
772. Gary Larson Signed Sketch Starting Bid $200
773. Cartoonists (5) Signed Sketches Starting Bid $200
774. Hank Ketcham Typed Letter Signed with Sketch Starting Bid $200
775. Beavis and Butt-Head production cel and production background from Beavis and Butt-Head Starting Bid $200
776. Betty Boop production drawing from Betty Boop's Mary Party Starting Bid $200
777. Popeye and Swee'Pea production drawing from Sock-a-Bye, Baby Starting Bid $200
778. Popeye and Olive Oyl production drawing from Dizzy Divers Starting Bid $200
779. Nighttime city outline production background from Mr. Bug Goes to Town Starting Bid $200
780. Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Beppo the Gorilla production drawing from The Pet Store Starting Bid $200
781. Mickey Mouse production drawing from The Mail Pilot Starting Bid $200
782. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Two-Gun Mickey Starting Bid $200
783. Donald Duck production drawing from Orphan's Benefit Starting Bid $200
784. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Shanghaied Starting Bid $200
785. Donald Duck production drawing from The Dognapper Starting Bid $200
786. Abner production drawing from The Country Cousin Starting Bid $200
787. Monty production drawing from The Country Cousin Starting Bid $200
788. Bashful and birds production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Starting Bid $200
789. Doc production storyboard drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Starting Bid $200
790. Bashful production storyboard drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Starting Bid $200
791. Goofy production drawing from Mickey's Amateurs Starting Bid $200
792. Wicked Witch Production Drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Signed by Frank Thomas, Ollie Johnston, and Ken O'Connor
793. Stan Laurel production drawing from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood Starting Bid $200
794. Pinocchio production drawing from Pinocchio Starting Bid $200
795. Mickey Mouse Production Drawing from Fantasia Starting Bid $200
796. Pinocchio Production Drawing Signed by Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston Starting Bid $200
797. Sunflower production drawing from Fantasia Starting Bid $200
798. Art Riley painting inspired by Bambi Starting Bid $200
799. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Canine Caddy Starting Bid $200
800. Donald Duck production drawing from Timber Starting Bid $200
801. Donald Duck production drawing from Truant Officer Donald Starting Bid $200
802. Timothy Q. Mouse production drawing from Dumbo Starting Bid $200
803. Goofy production drawing from How to Play Baseball Starting Bid $200
804. Br'er Bear production drawing from Song of the South Starting Bid $200
805. Goofy production drawing from The Big Wash Starting Bid $200
806. The Grand Duke production cel from Cinderella Starting Bid $200
807. Anastasia Tremaine production cel from Cinderella Starting Bid $200
808. Dodo production cel from Alice in Wonderland Starting Bid $200
809. Captain Hook and TickTock the Crocodile production drawing from Peter Pan Starting Bid $200
810. Mr. Smee production cel from Peter Pan Starting Bid $200
811. Lost Boy raccoon twin production cel from Peter Pan Starting Bid $200
812. Mickey Mouse production cel from The Mickey Mouse Club Starting Bid $200
813. Flora production cel from Sleeping Beauty Starting Bid $200
814. Merlin Production drawing from The Sword in the Stone Starting Bid $200
815. Mowgli and Girl 3-D lenticular artwork from The Jungle Book Starting Bid $200
816. Winnie the Pooh, Rabbit, and Owl production drawings from a Winnie the Pooh Cartoon Starting Bid $200
817. Prince John production cel from Robin Hood Starting Bid $200
818. Goofy and Wilbur production key master background set-up from a Disney educational cartoon Starting Bid $200
819. Mickey Mouse production cel from a Disney television show Starting Bid $200
820. Tod and Widow Tweed 821. Tod and Widow Tweed production cel from The Fox production cel from The Fox and the Hound and the Hound Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
822. Donald Duck production cel and matching drawing from the Epcot Center 'Careers' Cartoon Starting Bid $200
823. Taran, Orddu, Orwen, and Orgoch production key master background set-up from The Black Cauldron Starting Bid $200
824. Marc Davis (5) character studies and concept drawings from The Black Cauldron Starting Bid $200
825. Basil and Dawson production cel and background from The Great Mouse Detective Starting Bid $200
826. Marc Davis concept artwork for The Hedgehog's Septet Starting Bid $200
827. Winnie the Pooh production cel from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Starting Bid $200
828. Oliver and Dodger limited edition cel from Oliver & Company Starting Bid $200
829. Winnie the Pooh production cel from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Starting Bid $200
830. Tigger production cel from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Starting Bid $200
834. Mickey and Friends CalArts Serigraph Cel Starting Bid $200
831. Sebastian production 832. Mickey Mouse limited cel from The Little Mermaid edition cel from the Magic of Starting Bid $200 Disney series Starting Bid $200
833. Mickey Mouse and the Prince production cel and production background from The Prince and the Pauper Starting Bid $200
835. Mickey Mouse limited 836. Mickey Mouse limited 837. Beast rough production edition cel from the Magic of edition cel from the Magic of drawing from Beauty and Disney series Disney series the Beast Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
838. Mrs. Potts and Chip production layout drawing from Beauty and the Beast Starting Bid $200
839. Mrs. Potts (2) rough production drawings from Beauty and the Beast Starting Bid $200
840. Ursula and crystal ball production cels from The Little Mermaid television show Starting Bid $200
841. Goliath production cel and matching drawing from Gargoyles Starting Bid $200
842. Goliath and Wolf production cel and matching drawing from Gargoyles Starting Bid $200
843. Aladdin and Jasmine 844. Mickey Mouse limited 845. Belle and Lumiere production cels and edition cel from the Magic of production cels from Beauty matching drawings from Disney series and the Beast: Belle's Aladdin the television series Starting Bid $200 Magical World Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
846. Ariel production drawing from The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea Starting Bid $200
847. Mickey Mouse limited 848. Goofy limited edition 849. Mickey Mouse limited edition cel from the Magic of cel from the Magic of Disney edition cel from the Magic of Disney series series Disney series Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
850. Dumbo limited edition cel from Disney World Starting Bid $200
851. Alice limited edition cel from Disney World Starting Bid $200
852. Tinker Bell production storyboard drawing from Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure Starting Bid $200
853. Carl Barks: Visitor in the Underground Signed Proof Set Starting Bid $200
854. Carl Barks: Uncle Scrooge in Color Signed Book Starting Bid $200
855. Carl Barks Signed Lithograph Starting Bid $200
856. Friz Freleng Signed Sketch Starting Bid $200
857. Mel Blanc Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
858. Porky Pig production drawing from Old Glory Starting Bid $200
859. Wile E. Coyote original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
860. Road Runner original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
861. Daffy Duck original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
862. Michigan J. Frog original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
866. Bugs Bunny and Yosemite Sam Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
863. Roadrunner and Wile E. 864. Bugs Bunny and Witch Coyote Original Drawing by Hazel original drawing by Virgil Ross Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
867. Bugs Bunny, Humphrey Bogart, and Elmer Fudd Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
868. Bugs Bunny and Marvin the Martian Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
865. Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
869. Bugs Bunny and Gossamer Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
870. Bugs Bunny, Bugsy, and Mugsy Original Drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
871. Pepe Le Pew original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
872. Tweety Bird limited edition cel signed by Friz Freleng Starting Bid $200
873. Landscape handpainted production background from The Fearless Four Starting Bid $100
874. Batman production cel from Batman Beyond Starting Bid $200
875. Batman production cel from Batman Beyond Starting Bid $200
876. Droopy and bull production drawing from Señor Droopy Starting Bid $200
877. The Wickersham Brothers production cels from Horton Hears a Who! Signed by Chuck Jones Starting Bid $200
878. Jungle of Nool bird production cel from Horton Hears a Who! Starting Bid $200
879. Jane and Rudy Kangaroo production cel from Horton Hears a Who! Signed by Chuck Jones Starting Bid $200
880. Vlad Vladikoff production cel from Horton Hears a Who! Signed by Chuck Jones Starting Bid $200
881. Partial production storyboard for the opening of Horton Hears a Who! Starting Bid $200
882. Walter Lantz Signed Sketch Starting Bid $200
883. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit concept drawing from an early cartoon Starting Bid $200
884. Elroy production drawing from The Jetsons title sequence Starting Bid $200
885. Magilla Gorilla production drawing from Prince Charming Starting Bid $200
886. Snoopy and Linus production drawing from Snoopy Come Home Starting Bid $200
887. Matt Groening Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
890. Ren and Stimpy's tooth production cel from Ren's Toothache Starting Bid $200
900. John F. Kennedy Photograph Starting Bid $100
888. Matt Groening Signed Sketch Starting Bid $200
889. Ren and Stimpy production cels and background from Untamed World: A Cartoon Starting Bid $200
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Bidder affirms that it regards any statements made by RR Auction concerning the item as solely opinion and that Bidder is making its own inspection and independent evaluation of the goods, and is not relying upon any description or statements by RR Auction (including as to quality, authenticity, provenance, ownership, liens existing, on goods legality, or value) in making its determination to bid on or purchase an item. In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT UNDER APPLICABLE LAW. 4.2 RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. 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If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys. 6.8 RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder (as well as to the extent it is a consignor any other monies owed or due to Bidder) to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession. 6.9 All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. RR Auction clients with an invoice totaling $1,000 or under will have the option to pay by VISA, Mastercard, Discover or Paypal. All Paypal payments must be sent to FinanceDepartment@rrauction.com. Authorize.net, a third-party service provider contracted by RR Auction for processing on-line payments, charges a nonrefundable service fee of 3%, which will be added to your final invoice should you pay by credit/debit card. Section 7 Sales Tax RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales
tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. Please go to our terms on our website to see the states that are affected. If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases. The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. Pennsylvania sales or use tax may be due in connection with the purchase and delivery of tangible personal property to Pennsylvania individuals and businesses. The purchaser is required to file a use tax return if tax is due in connection with the purchase and delivery in the Commonwealth. This notice is required pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971. 72 P.S. ¤ 7213.2. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Section 8 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges Bidder is liable for shipping and handling and providing accurate information as to shipping or delivery locations and arranging for such. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when thirdparty shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Section 9 Title Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices of Bidder (including those pertaining to the item(s) at issue) and amounts owed to RR Auction are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper. Section 10 Rights Reserved RR Auction reserves the right, at any time before, during or after an auction has ended to: withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, cancel any bid, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal, cancellation, or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone at any time. Section 11 Conducting the Auction 11.1 RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages. 11.2 RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auctions record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. 11.3 Reserves Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. RR Auction may execute bids consecutively or otherwise up to one bid increment below the reserve. 11.4 Off-Site Bidding Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply
with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form. 11.5 Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 7324280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading). 11.6 Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. 11.7 Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. 11.8 Maximum Bids In All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid. 11.9 Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. 11.10 Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. 11.11 Bidding in Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). 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 EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. 11.12 Bidding - Internet Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.
During live internet or live auction, property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid or bids (successively or otherwise) on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. All auctions for lots are with reserve unless specifically stated otherwise. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www. icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third-party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. 11.13 Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with ”do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. 11.14 Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety. Section 12 RR Auction’s Remedies Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of material breach or default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any Bidder’s property in RR Auction’s possession or to which title has not yet passed to Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Section 13 Warranties 13.1 RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold ”as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) related to the item, or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title. 13.2 All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited
to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. 13.3 Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. 13.4 All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “AC”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The AC inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the AC and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. Section 14 Firearms RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Section 15 Unauthorized Statements Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed Bidder and by an authorized officer of RR Auction by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Section 16 Bidder’s Remedies 16.1 Except as stated expressly herein, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy related to or pertaining to items it bids upon, views, or purchases from RR Auction, and any claims by Bidder related to authenticity, ownership, condition, title or value, shall be against Consignor only. 16.2 This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, officers, managers, employees or agents), or in any way arising out of, related to, or in connection with these Conditions of Sale, , and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. Time is of the essence with respect to these procedures. 16.3 Title to Items The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, satisfactory to the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction may make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand (if any made), RR Auction may disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and may assign to Bidder all or some of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and/or assignment, all responsibility and liability of RR Auction, if any, with respect to said lot or item shall automatically terminate related to or arising from these Conditions of Sale or such transaction operating as a complete waiver and general release by Bidder as to RR Auction and its agents, contractors, and affiliates, as to any and all claims concerning or related to the item, if any . RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction by Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. 16.4 Authenticity Challenge Process (1) If Bidder wishes to dispute or challenge the Authenticity of the lot or item (including
asserting that it is incorrect), Bidder must adhere to the following procedure: Within 30 days of the Auction Date, Bidder must present written evidence to RR Auction, that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field (and one recognized by RR Auction within its discretion) and send the physical item or lot at issue to RR Auction along with all evidence relied upon by Bidder for contesting the Authenticity. (“Authenticity Challenge Process”) “Authenticity” shall mean a gross discrepancy in the between the description, genuiness, or attribution of the item as represented by RR Auction in the Catalog or at the auction, and the item. If RR Auction concurs that the lot is not Authentic as was represented (it is sole discretion), Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy as against RR Auction (inclusive of its affiliates, agents, employees, and contractors) shall be a refund of the purchase price of the subject item paid by Bidder, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable by Bidder. If RR Auction does not agree with the assertion by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Strict adherence to the Authenticity Challenge Process is a condition of standing for Bidder to initiate suit or claim. (2) So long as Bidder has complied with the Authenticity Challenge Process, any claim, suit or action, by Bidder concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity, or related to the authenticity of the item must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Auction Date and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. 16.5 Other Issues. Any dispute or claim by Bidder against RR Auction (or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors)) other than Authenticity, concerning any item or lot bid upon, or purchased, including value, title, condition, bidding process, or description must be asserted (if at all) in the following manner: (1) If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially or grossly incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), or there is any other gross material issue pertaining to the item or lot, the item or lot may be returned if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date with explanation in writing.. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and a certificate of auction, then the description in the certificate of auction (“Lot Challenge Process”). This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction within the period of time stated herein or not materially or grossly in deviation from the description. Such a refund is subject to RR Auction’s sole discretionary review, and any request for refund must be made concurrently with returning the physical item or lot to RR Auction. Any item not returned within said frame will constitute acceptance of the item and a waiver and release of any and all claims by Bidder pertaining to the item other than with respect to authenticity; and (2) Provided that the Bidder has engaged in the Lot Challenge Process, any claim concerning such must be brought no later than one (1) year of the Auction Date for the item or lot at issue and is subject to the other limitations and conditions stated in the Conditions of Sale. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED OR PROVIDED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND BIDDERS OR AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY LAW. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH SHALL BE A COMPLETE DEFENSE TO ANY CLAIMS BY BIDDER RELATED TO THE CONDITIONS OF SALE, ANY AUCTION OR BID. 16.6 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. For any and all claims by Bidder arising out of or related to this Agreement, Bidder’s viewing, bid, or purchase of items, or any agreement between the Parties, or otherwise, Bidder agrees that to the fullest extent such can be limited under the law, Bidder shall have no right to recover and hereby waives any and all rights to recover from against RR Auction or its affiliates, directors, employees, officers, agents, or contractors, consequential or indirect damages, lost profits damages, punitive, exemplary, statutory (or multiplier damages), physical or emotional distress damages, general or special damages of any kind (beyond amounts actually paid by Bidder for item(s) at issue), and in the event of recovery of any damages whatsoever, such shall be limited by the amounts actually paid by Bidder to RR Auction for the item(s) at issue in such claim, or if no money was paid to RR Auction by Bidder for items at issue, or there items are at issue, the amount of $150.00. Section 17 RR Auction’s Additional Services For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Section 18 Headings Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Section 19 Entire Agreement
Except to the extent Bidder is also a consignor (in which case the terms of the consignment agreement shall also govern), these Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the Parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the auction Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court or arbitrator of competent jurisdiction, the remaining parts of the agreement and remainder of the sections or terms and provisions of the section and all sections shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Section 20 Governing Law and Enforcement 20.1 The Parties agree that all agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location. 20.2 The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, any other related agreement(s), along with all claims between the Parties, including those arising out of or related to such are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute between the Parties, including but not limited to those related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the ”Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”) The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA in Boston, Massachusetts, unless the Consumer Arbitration Rules apply, in which case, such rules and venue will govern. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall also recover all of its related fees and costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, if RR Auction prevails, such recovery, in addition to all remedies available at agreement or law, shall include the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. Federal arbitration law, including the Federal Arbitration Act apply to this agreement to arbitrate and its related provisions. The arbitration and all related proceedings shall be held strictly confidential and all documents and discovery shall be held confidential and not used, published or disclosed publically or to anyone outside the Parties or expert consultants or counsel who shall agree to hold such confidential. 20.3 The Parties consent to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as exclusive jurisdiction and venue for all claims between the Parties except as provided specifically herein and may seek confirmation of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in any Court of competent jurisdiction, including the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. To the extent such is necessary under the law, RR Auction may enforce the Arbitration award against Bidder and any related Party in any court of competent jurisdiction. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as RR Auction consenting to jurisdiction or venue in any location outside of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. THE PARTIES MAY NOT BRING CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OTHER AS A CLASS OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY CLAIMED CLASS, OR IN A REPRESENTATIVE ACTION UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED. UNLESS OTHERWISE AGREED, THE CLAIMS AGAINST EACH OF THE OTHER CANNOT BE CONSOLIDATED OR JOINED WITH MORE THAN ONE ADDITIONAL PERSON OR ENTITIES’ CLAIMS. NO INJUNCTIVE OR DECLATORY RELIEF SOUGHT BY BIDDER IF ANY, CAN AFFECT OR BE ORDERED TO AFFECT ANY OTHER BIDDERS OR PERSONS. 20.4 Except as provided specifically in these Conditions of Sale in Bidder’s Remedies against RR Auction (along with its affiliates, directors, agents, officers, employees, and contractors) for any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other related agreement(s), brought by Bidder must be brought within the earlier of the Auction Date as it pertains to the item(s) at issue or no later than one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances occurred giving rise to the alleged claim, without exception. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute bar to and release of any claims by Bidder initiated after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. 20.5 To the fullest extent under applicable law and except as specifically stated herein Bidder hereby holds harmless, releases and discharges RR Auction and its agents, officer’s directors, affiliates, successors, and assigns from any and all claims, liabilities, obligations, promises, agreements, damages, causes of action, suits, demands, losses, debts, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, suspected or unsuspected existing prior to these Conditions of Sale. Bidder agrees to the Conditions of Sale and upon each instance that Bidder participates in any auction, bids, or otherwise agrees to such terms and reaffirms this release as of the date of so participating or agreeing unless Bidder otherwise provides clear written notice to RR Auction prior to so bidding. 20.6 The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclu-
sive evidence of the Parties agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. 20.7 Liquidated Damages for Specific Breaches In the event that Bidder provides false information in connection with registering for bidding, fails to correct or update information or breaches the Conditions of Sale by failing to pay the purchase price when due after becoming the winning bidder, as liquidated damages associated with such breaches, R&R may obtain from Bidder the greater of (1) 150% the reserve of the item (if any); (2) the amount bidder bid; or (3), the full amount that bidder would have otherwise paid. Bidder will also be liable for an additional 20% of such amount to account for additional administrative costs, shipping, additional advertising, and other damages and liabilities fees that are difficult to calculate on an item-by-item basis. 20.8 Indemnity. Bidder agrees to defend, indemnify, hold harmless RR Auction (along with its officers, directors, agents, contractors, and affiliates) from and against any and all claims, costs, fees, damages, and liabilities arising out of or related to these Conditions of Sale, view of items, or lots, bidding, or participation in any auction by RR Auction, and/ or or in any way connected to any item you viewed, bid upon or purchased through RR Auction. Section 21: State-by-State Law Issues This Auction is being conducted in and the sale shall take place in the State of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding, the foregoing, should these terms and conditions violate the law of any State should that state’s law be found to govern, or any provision herein determined to be invalid, the clause itself and the remainder of the Agreement shall be valid to the fullest extent allowed. Also, to the extent other states law apply to any transaction arising out of the Agreement (without admitting such), RR Auction states: For Residents of California: SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLES: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY COLLECTIBLE DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN EXPRESS WARRANTY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY AUTOGRAPHED COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER. A written express warranty is provided with each autographed collectible, as required by law. This dealer may be surety bonded or otherwise insured to ensure the authenticity of any autographed collectible sold by this dealer.
Section 22 Glossary of Condition terms Information provided to prospective Bidders with respect of any lot, including any pre-sale estimate, whether written or oral, and information in any catalogue, condition or other report, commentary or valuation, is not a representation of fact but rather a statement of opinion held by RR Auction. Use of the following terms constitutes an opinion as follows: VERY FINE describes an item believed to be in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance. FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that we believe to show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors. VERY GOOD describes an item that we believe exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example). GOOD describes an item which we believe to have obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise believed to be exceedingly rare or important. Bidder may call and request further details and information about RR Auction’s opinions concerning any item via phone or email which shall provided in RR Auction’s discretion. Certificate of Auction, Certificate of Authenticity and Goods Acquired: Bidder warrants that Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall not purposely deface, destroy, dismember, cut-up into parts the item or Lot purchased at auction from RR Auction and in the event such shall occur whether purposefully or accidently, Bidder (and its agents, assigns, successors, and affiliates) shall refrain from advertising, promoting, or marketing the item as having been purchased from RR Auction and shall in no event display, expressly claim, or imply that the item was certified or auctioned in such state by RR Auction. As liquidated damages for such breach, Bidder agrees to be liable to RR Auction for the greater of the amount of three (3) times the hammer price of the item along with all other fees and costs as otherwise provided in this Terms of Sale.
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Let’s make history—together For over 40 years, relationships have been the backbone of RR Auction. We have made it a priority to keep our consignors informed and involved, encouraging them to share their voices, to instill their knowledge, and to forge a partnership based on our shared passion for history. With a mutual desire to achieve greatness, these relationships are at the heart of our success.
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