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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. 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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Steve Zarelli is a recognized authority in the field of astronaut autographs. His findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference Relics of the Space Race, and he has contributed articles to the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine, Autograph Times magazine, and the UACC signature study Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Zarelli Space Authentication also provides authentication consulting services to James Spence Authentication (JSA), Sportscard Guaranty Authentic (SGC), and PSA/DNA Authentication. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*
ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL
Roger has an extensive background as a full-time dealer in autographs and collectibles, and is a trusted authenticator in all areas of contemporary music. When supported by the REAL logo and Roger’s name, music-related autographs assume an added value. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*
PHIL SEARS 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 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
Rich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide.
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CONTENTS Presidents and First Ladies....................................................................................................................3 Notables...............................................................................................................................................27 Military................................................................................................................................................. 60 Aviation ............................................................................................................................................... 68 Space.................................................................................................................................................. 69 Art, Architecture, and Design.............................................................................................................. 70 Literature..............................................................................................................................................77 Music....................................................................................................................................................87 Classic Entertainment .......................................................................................................................107 Sports................................................................................................................................................. 114 Comic Art and Animation.................................................................................................................... 115 Conditions of Sale..............................................................................................................................187
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Rare 1787 Potomack Company payroll document, boldly signed by George Washington 1. George Washington Document Signed. Manuscript
DS, signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 8.75 x 16, January 3, 1787. Potomack Company payroll document for workers at Shenandoah Falls from September 29–November 12, 1786, overseen by Alexander Pollock, Thomas Pollock Robert Duke, and James Hamilton, listing the names of over fifty men along with their occupations, number of days worked, rate of pay, and amount owed. Endorsed on the reverse by George Washington, John Fitzgerald, and George Gilpin as directors of the Potomac Company. In very good condition, with archival repairs to fold separations; Washington’s crisp signature remains bold and unaffected. One of George Washington’s greatest interests in the period between the end of the Revolutionary War and the start of his presidency was the development of the picturesque Potomac River as a navigable inland transportation route. The Potowmack Company, formed to accomplish this task using a
series of locks and canals, was formed in 1785 and Washington was named the company’s president. The company’s 1785 charter provided ‘liberal wages’ for ‘any Number not exceeding one hundred good Hands with provisions and a reasonable Quantity of Spirits.’ These laborers led a difficult life, being required to remove a certain amount of rock and debris before receiving their rations of spirits. With an eye toward the greater good of the nation, Washington’s ambitions surpassed those of the ordinary businessman—he believed that improved infrastructure would strengthen the fledgling United States, with the Potomac Canal forming a literal link from east to west and binding together territories in a ‘chain which could never be broken.’ The project was beset by constant difficulty: insufficient funding and constant legal trouble contributed to the company’s ineffectiveness and eventual failure. A significant document associated with a major early American infrastructure project. Starting Bid $1000
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2. James Madison Document Signed as President.
Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 10 x 15, March 22, 1809. Scalloped-top ship’s pass issued to the “Brig Jane of New York, William Gorham master or commander… navigated with nine men to pass with her Company, Passengers, Goods and Merchandize without any hinderance seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Robert Smith. Lower left corner retains the original embossed seal. Mounted and framed to an overall size of 13.25 x 18. In very good to fine condition, with areas of light staining. Starting Bid $200
3. James Madison and James Monroe Document Signed as President and as Acting Secretary of State.
Scarce partly-printed DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as acting secretary of state, one page, 15.75 x 10, January 24, 1815. President Madison appoints William Ward of Ohio as “Principal Assessor under the act, entitled ‘An act for the assessment and collection of Direct Taxes and Internal Duties.” Signed at the conclusion by both Madison and Monroe. Lower left bears the original white paper seal. In very good condition, with creasing, edge tears, and areas of paper loss, none of which affect the two bold signatures. Starting Bid $200
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“The use of my fathers name for the purposes to which Mr. Sheppard would now apply it is an injury to his memory”—a lengthy, impassioned letter from John Quincy Adams refuting his father’s support of ‘the Masonic Institution’
4. John Quincy Adams Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS as a Massachusetts Congressman, four pages on two sheets, 7.5 x 9.5, August 22, 1831. On the eve of the 1831 National Anti-Masonic Convention, John Quincy Adams pens a candid and lengthy handwritten letter to Stephen Bates, vehemently refuting the suggestion that his father was ever a member or supporter of Masonry. In part: “The letter from my father to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts which Mr. Sheppard has thought proper to introduce into his address, was a complementary answer to a friendly and patriotic address of the Grand lodge to him. In it he expressly states that he had never been initiated in the Order. He therefore knew nothing of their Secrets—their Oaths—nor their Penalties... That Mr. Sheppard should resort to a letter from my father, a professedly uninitiated man, to liberate the Masonic Institution from the unrefuted charge of unlawful Oaths of horrible and
disgusting penalties, and Secrets, the divulging of which had been punished by a murder unsurpassed in human atrocity, is to me passing strange. All that my father knew of Masonry in 1798 was that it was favourable to the support of civil authority, and this he inferred from the characters of intimate friends of his, and excellent men who had been members of the Society…The use of my fathers name for the purposes to which Mr. Sheppard would now apply it is an injury to his memory, which I deem it my duty as far as may be in my power to redress. You observe he says, he never had been initiated in the Masonic Order. And I have more than once heard from his own lips why he had never enjoyed that felicity.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 15.25; frame backing features windows for viewing other pages. In fine condition, with a few small stains to the last page. Starting Bid $1000
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Adams forwards a resolution to a political rival and former ‘Kitchen Cabinet’ member of Jackson’s, now Printer to Congress 5. John Quincy Adams Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “J. Q. Adams, Chairman of the Committee of Manufacturers,” one page, 8 x 10, no date, but 1833. Letter to “Duff Green, Esqr., Printer to Congress,” sent from the “Committee Room of the Committee of Manufacturers of the House of Representatives of the United States.” In fine condition, with a single spot of mild toning and some mirroring of ink along lower portion of page. The copy has scattered light toning and a pencil notation to lower blank portion. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
Appointed chairman of the Committee of Manufacturers just seven days after being elected to Congress, Adams served as a strong advocate for factories and manufacturing, highlighting their importance as a means of developing the nation’s economy and becoming less dependent on European goods. Starting Bid $200
President Jackson grants a patent for improvements in the “Cog-Cylinder Washing Machine” 6. Andrew Jackson Document Signed as President.
Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 11.75 x 15.25, May 14, 1836. Patent issued to “Luke R. Prince, a citizen of the United States, [who] hath alleged that he has invented a new and useful improvement in the Cog-Cylinder Washing Machine.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President Jackson, and countersigned by Secretary of State John Forsyth and Attorney General Benjamin Franklin Butler. The white paper seal and ribbon affixed to the lower left remains intact, and the document retains its second page bearing a description of the invention (color copies included in sleeve on the reverse). Corner-mounted, matted, and framed under UV-protective museum glass to an overall size of 24 x 28. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“It is true the people in 1840 were deluded by the humbuggery of coons & coonskins, hard cider, big balls, & log cabins...and I now predict, that such humbuggery will never he[re]after deludge the American people”
7. Andrew Jackson Autograph Letter Signed. ALS,
four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 9.5, December 14, 1842. Handwritten letter to J. George Harris, editor of the Nashville Union, expressing his delight with the result of the 1842 midterm elections, criticizing the propaganda associated with the 1840 presidential campaign, and denying the claims of Democratic newspapers that he and his former vice president, John C. Calhoun, had reconciled. In part: “I have never despaired of our republican system— have allways relied on the virtue of the sovereign people to defend & protect the Constitution & glorious Union. It is true the people in 1840 were deluded by the humbuggery of coons & coonskins, hard cider, big balls, & log cabins, but I allways believed that as soon as this canvass was over, and the people began to seriously reflect, their eyes would be opened from delusion under which they acted, & the recoil would be such, as we see realized all over this union—and I now predict, that
such humbuggery will never he[re]after deludge the American people—[the] republican system will long endure...When Mr. Calhoun’s name has been introduced as a candidate for the presidency, I have uniformly replied that a national convention fresh from the people must decide upon the candidate; and whether that be Mr. Van Buren, Mr. Calhoun, or Mr. Buchannan which may be selected, the whole Democratic Party must unite upon him—that the object of the Whiggs will be to endeavour to divide the republi[can] ranks, by getting more than one candidate into the field, like Bell with Judge White, to divide and conquer…Should Mr. Calhoun be selected by the Democratic Peoples Convention to be holden, I as one of the Democrats would…support [the] candidate thus represented.” He adds a handwritten postscript on the address leaf, signed with his initials, “A. J.” Professionally repaired and restored to near fine condition, with a small tear to the edge of the last page. Accompanied by a handsome custom-made finely bound full morocco leather case. Starting Bid $1000
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In the wake of the Battle of New Orleans, a victorious General Jackson writes “on the subject of sending another flag to the adml of the British forces”
8. Andrew Jackson Autograph Letter Signed.
Monumental war-dated ALS, one page, 8 x 10, February 3, 1815. A handwritten letter from Andrew Jackson as major general, sent to Commodore Daniel Patterson and addressed from the 7th military district headquarters in New Orleans, in part: “The undersigned with complements to Commodore Patterson request him to call at headquarters before ten o’clock am today, as he wishes to consult him on the subject of sending another flag to the adml of the British forces, & to Genl Lambert comdg…Please bring with you the roster of the cartel as far as compleated, the undersigned is about to send to…for Capt…if necessary to compleat the exchange, and any others (if any) that may be.” Matted to an overall size of 11.5
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x 16. In fine condition, with faint staining and slightly irregular light toning. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Jackson bearing a facsimile signature. This remarkable letter dates to shortly after the Battle of New Orleans, the climax of the five-month Gulf Campaign, and the closing conflict of the War of 1812 that had formally ended on December 24, 1814, with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent. As the pact was signed across the Atlantic in what was then the United Netherlands (now Belgium), it took a month for news of the treaty to reach the United States, during which period American forces under General Jackson won the Battle of New Orleans on January 8, 1815. Starting Bid $5000
Polk and Buchanan pardon a burglar 9. James K. Polk and James Buchanan Document Signed as President and Secretary of State. Manuscript DS, signed “James
K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, one page, 10 x 15.5, June 1, 1848. Robert Scott, convicted of burglary by the Criminal Court of the District of Columbia in its June session, 1844 and sentenced to a term of four years imprisonment, is granted a “full and unconditional pardon” on the recommendation of the Warden and Physician of the penitentiary, and “considering that the ends of justice have probably been obtained in this case.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Polk and Secretary of State Buchanan. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Taylor finds he has “barely enough [money] on hand to defray the expenses” of traveling to Washington to attend his own inauguration 10. Zachary Taylor Autograph Letter Signed as President-Elect. Boldly penned ALS as president-elect, signed
“Z. Taylor,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, January 15, 1849. Written from Baton Rouge, a letter to John Ewing, in part: “Your letter of today was handed me about sun down while in the town attending to some business preparatory to leaving for the North...not expecting any call for money from friends, or in any other way, it is entirely out of my power to make you the loan in question, as I have barely enough on hand to defray the expenses of my family and self to our places of destination or to Louisville Kentucky, where I have so arranged as to have funds to carry me to Washington.” Addressed on the reverse of the partial second integral page in Taylor’s hand, “Honbl. John Ewing, present.” In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, file holes to the left edge, and small old repairs on the reverse; the address panel is wrinkled and soiled and missing its lower third. Starting Bid $300
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Four-language ship’s pass for a New Bedford whaler 11. Franklin Pierce Document Signed as President. Partly-printed DS as president, one
page, 22 x 16.75, June 19, 1855. Four-language ship’s pass issued to “Philip Howland master or commander of the Ship called Golconda…lying at present in the port of New Bedford bound for the Pacific Ocean and laden with Provisions, stores and utensils for a whaling voyage.” Prominently signed in the fourth panel by Franklin Pierce and countersigned by Secretary of State William Marcy. The original white paper seals remain affixed to the third panels. In very good condition, with staining and wrinkling, areas of paper loss, and tear and fold separations repaired with tape on the reverse. Starting Bid $200
A patriotic party on the 4th of July: “No true Democrat will ever desert the flag”
12. James Buchanan Autograph Letter Signed. ALS as secretary of state, one page, 7.5 x 9, July 1, 1848. Letter to members of Pennsylvania’s Democratic Party, in part: “I have had the honor of receiving your kind invitation to unite with the Democratic Club of the City of Reading in celebrating the approaching anniversary of our national Independence...I must express...that it is impossible for me to be with you...Will you be kind enough, in my name, to present the following sentiment to the assembled Company?...No true Democrat will ever desert the flag.” Nicely matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 23.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Early 1840 promissory note involving the schools of Sangamon County, co-signed by Abraham Lincoln
13. Abraham Lincoln Document Signed. Partly-printed DS, signed “A. Lincoln,” one page, 7.5 x 6.25, April 20, 1840.
Promissory note, in part: “Twelve Months after date, we jointly and severally promise to pay Erastus Wright School Commissioner, and Agent for the Inhabitants of the County of Sangamon, for the use of the inhabitants of the County Sangamon, the sum of one hundred dollars.” Signed at the conclusion by William Butler, Nathaniel Hay, and Abraham Lincoln. In good to very good condition, with heavy toning, and professional repairs to paper loss and tears, two of which pass through the signature. Starting Bid $500
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14. U. S. Grant Signature. Neat ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. In fine condition, with a small stain under his first initial. Starting Bid $200
15. Grover Cleveland Signed Photograph. Handsome
4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of Grover Cleveland by Benjamin Falk of New York, neatly signed at the bottom of the image in ink, “Grover Cleveland.” In very good to fine condition, with a trimmed top edge, a small area of surface loss touching the first letter of the signature, and some surface loss and old adhesive residue to the top and bottom borders. Starting Bid $200
President Harrison proclaims an act “providing for the neutrality and autonomous government of the Samoan Islands” 16. Benjamin Harrison Document Signed as President.
Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj. Harrison,” one page, 8 x 10, May 21, 1890. President Harrison directs the Secretary of State “to cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to my proclamation of the General Act providing for the neutrality and autonomous government of the Samoan Islands.” Mounted, matted, and framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 17. In fine condition, with a handful of small stains, and slight brushing to the signature. Starting Bid $200
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17. Theodore Roosevelt Signed Photograph as President. Exceptional matte-finish 6 x 7.5 portrait of Roosevelt
in a seated profile pose by the Clinedinst Studio, affixed to the original 6.5. x9 studio mount, which is signed in fountain pen as president, “With regards of Theodore Roosevelt, May 16th 1906.” In fine condition, with old adhesive residue on the back. Starting Bid $300
18. Theodore Roosevelt Signed Photograph. Matte-finish 4.5 x 6.5
Harris and Ewing photo of the former American president in a distinguished pose, affixed to the original studio mount, which is signed in fountain pen, “With the regards of Theodore Roosevelt, July 5th 1910.” Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 15.75. In very good to fine condition, with a small stain to the upper left corner of the mount, and silvering to the perimeter of the image. Starting Bid $200
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Roosevelt on selecting his successor— “This is one of the most puzzling situations I have ever had to face”
19. Theodore Roosevelt Typed Letter Signed as President. TLS as president, one page, 7 x
8.75, White House letterhead, August 8, 1908. Letter to Colonel Archibald “Archie” Rogers, in full: “I send you, strictly for your own information, a copy of a letter I have just received from Herbert Parsons. This is one of the most puzzling situations I have ever had to face. I am trying to get at the feeling of the Republicans; but it really looks as if there is an almost equal division among men who say that they won’t stand for anybody but Hughes for Governor and among men who say that they will bolt the ticket outright if he is nominated. There are a number of individuals in each camp who insist that if their desire is not met they will even bolt the National ticket. Your daughter is a dear. We were all so glad to have her here.” In very good to fine condition, with some creasing in the margins. Accompanied by the referenced copy of the Herbert Parsons letter, and the original White House mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
20. Theodore Roosevelt Signature. Bold and attractive ink
signature, “Theodore Roosevelt,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.75 sheet. In fine condition, with trivial brushing to the end of the signature. Starting Bid $200
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21. Woodrow Wilson Signed Oversized Photograph. Huge matte-finish 13.25 x 17 photo of President Wilson signing a document with his private secretary Joseph Patrick Tumulty by his side, signed in fountain pen by both, “Woodrow Wilson” and “Joseph P. Tumulty.” Attractively cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 23.75. In very good to fine condition, with speckled discoloration, and some light silvering, to the image. Starting Bid $200
“This is an urgent plea that you do everything you possibly can to help the Democratic ticket and the Honorable John F. Kennedy” 23. Harry S. Truman Typed Letter Signed.
Desirable TLS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 5, 1960. Letter to California Congressman John E. Moss, in part: “This is an urgent plea that you do everything you possibly can to help the Democratic ticket and the Honorable John F. Kennedy and the Honorable Lyndon B. Johnson, the Democratic nominees for President and Vice-President. Now, as never before, it seems to me, there is a need for us to submerge whatever differences may exist among us within our own Party and fight for a Democratic victory, National, State and Local. I simply do not believe that the United States can stand four more years of another Republican President in the White House...From my viewpoint, there is much to be gained and nothing to be lost by working together and doing our best for the whole ticket. I will be campaigning, just as I have done in times passed, not because I want anything for myself, but because the country needs a leader in the White House and leaders in the Congress. I ask you to join in all-out support of the Democratic ticket.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“Some day!!”—desirable signed ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ photograph
22. Harry S. Truman Signed Photograph and Typed Letter Signed. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Truman holding
up the iconic ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune, signed and inscribed on the newspaper in fountain pen, “To Alexander Nahas, Some day!! Harry S. Truman,” who adds the date above, “Signed 3–30–62.” Reverse bears two Wide World Photo stamps and an affixed caption sheet dated November 5, 1948. Included with the photo is a TLS from Truman to Nahas, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 28, 1962, in full: “As you have requested, I have signed the picture and it is being returned to you, herewith. I was glad to autograph the picture and appreciate what you had to say concerning it.” The letter is framed to a slightly larger size. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
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President “Ike” writes a note to Mamie on his personally monogrammed White House letterhead
24. Dwight D. Eisenhower Autograph Letter Signed as President. Scarce ALS as president, signed “Ike,” one page both sides, 7 x 10.25, on his lesser-seen personal “DDE, The White House” letterhead, April 7, 1955. Handwritten letter to his wife Mamie. In part: “I hear a car is soon to leave here for the farm. Possibly the florist will be sending you flowers—but I want you to have these from my office so that they may help me say how much I miss you! I do hope you improve hourly, and are getting a real rest. When you feel like talking on the phone please call; I don’t want to bother you when you’re in bed...All my love—and my constant hope that you’re coming along splendidly.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light toning and staining. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope addressed in his own hand, “M. D. E.—Farm,” as well as a handsome custom-made quarter-leather case. Starting Bid $1000
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Ike on the reeducation of postwar Germany— “There is no thought of relinquishing our control until Nazi ideology has been eradicated” 25. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed.
TLS, two pages, 7 x 9, War Department, Office of the Chief of Staff letterhead, March 9, 1946. Letter to Master Sergeant Arnold Meccner, in part: “I appreciate your interest in the problem of re-educating the German nation toward a more democratic way of life. In general, our policy on German re-education is founded on the concept that re-education must ultimately come from the Germans themselves...We can point the way... but we cannot forcibly re-indoctrinate the Germans if we are to obtain the desired results. Up until now, our accomplishments in German re-education have been largely on the negative side, limited principally to purging the German educational system of Nazi influences. This phase of our work was a necessary and continuing one and there is no thought of relinquishing our control until Nazi ideology has been eradicated.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the second page, and both pages showing light show-through along the edges from old tape stains on the reverse. Starting Bid $500
Shortly after securing victory in Europe, Gen. Eisenhower applies to join the Military Order of the World Wars 26. Dwight D. Eisenhower Twice-Signed Document. Partly-printed DS,
signed twice, “Dwight D. Eisenhower,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, August 31, 1945 (but curiously indicating his election to membership on June 25, 1945). Eisenhower’s application for a life membership in the Military Order of the World Wars, New York Chapter, a veterans’ fraternal order founded after World War I to perpetuate the democratic ideals for which they fought. On the front, Eisenhower’s personal details are filled out in type, indicating his highest attained rank as “Gen. of the Army” and mailing address as “c/o War Department.” Further detailed are filled out on the reverse, indicating his graduation from West Point in 1915, his first commission (“June 12, 1915, Rank: 2nd Lt.”), his last commission (“Dec. 20, 1944, Rank: Gen. of Army”), and service record during World War I. Both sides are signed in ink by Gen. Eisenhower. In fine condition, with minor loss to the top edge, and a strip of toning along the bottom edge. Signed shortly after German surrender in World War II, this is a remarkable explication of Eisenhower’s service record in the First World War—and somewhat humorous, as the highest-ranking Army officer still had to fill out a form in order to join. An extraordinary piece of presidential and military history. Starting Bid $200
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Letter archive and voice messages from Jackie O. as a Doubleday editor, “fascinated” by a proposed tale of Russian espionage
27. Jacqueline Kennedy Archive of (7) Letters and (2) Voice Message Cassette Tapes. Archive of seven letters from Jackie Onassis as an associate
editor at the Doubleday publishing house, each signed either “Jackie” or “Jackie Onassis,” all of which were sent to attorney Philip Myers, who had contacted Jackie in hopes of securing a deal for a Russian spy novel he had written. The archive consists of four ALSs, one ANS, and two TLSs dated between 1992 and 1994, the last of which is dated to May 18th, the day before she succumbed to non-Hodgkin lymphoma at the age of 64. Included with the correspondence are two cassette tapes containing brief voice messages sent to Myers in 1992. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a TLS (May 16, 1994) from Nancy Tuckerman, the White House Social Secretary during the Kennedy administration, who, after the Kennedy assassination, remained the personal secretary to Jackie Kennedy until the latter’s death in 1994. A more detailed description of this amazing archive can be found on our website. Starting Bid $500
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28. John F. Kennedy Signed Photograph as President. Very appealing matte-finish 10.75 x 14
photo of President John F. Kennedy standing in the White House next to William and Gary Perkins, father and son, the latter the photo’s young recipient, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “For Gary Perkins, with very best wishes, John Kennedy.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing, primarily to the edges and corners, and easily matted out. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from JSA. A handsome front-facing portrait of JFK. William H. Perkins, Jr. (1929-2009) was an esteemed and well-respected lobbyist, historian, and humanitarian. During his 50-year career, he amassed one of the largest private collections of presidential and political memorabilia. He was present at the founding of the United Nations, and he had the honor of meeting 11 U.S. Presidents from Franklin D. Roosevelt to Bill Clinton. This photograph originates from his personal collection. Starting Bid $300
29. John F. Kennedy Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “John,” one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate, Committee on Labor and Public Welfare letterhead, January 21, 1953. Letter to fellow Harvard graduate and Massachusetts Congressman John P. McMorrow, in full: “Since I have been moving about continuously since the election, I have been delayed in writing to tell you how much I appreciate your help during the campaign. It meant a great deal to our success to have the assistance of people like you, and I am very grateful for everything you did. I am looking forward to seeing you sometime soon to thank you personally.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope with preprinted free frank. Starting Bid $200
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30. John F. Kennedy Signature. Desirable fountain pen
signature as president, “John F. Kennedy,” on an off-white 6.75 x 8.75 sheet of blank official White House letterhead. In very good to fine condition, with old tape stains along the edges, and toning from prior display. Starting Bid $200
31. Lyndon B. Johnson Signature. Felt tip signature, “Lyndon B. Johnson,” on a beveled 4 x 2.25 placed card calligraphically inscribed “The President” below an embossed presidential seal. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
32. Richard Nixon (2) Typed Letters Signed. Two TLSs, both signed, “Dick Nixon,” each one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead. Both letters are to Helen Copley, the widow of newspaper publisher James S. Copley, with Nixon adding the greeting in his own hand, as well as a postscript to each letter. The letters are dated December 15, 1975 (“Only during difficult periods does one learn who his real friends are”), and January 6, 1976 (“Late in the evening on Christmas Day..we remarked that of all the Christmas observances we have enjoyed-at the White House, in California, in Florida, and at Camp David-this was without question one of the best”). In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Nixon confirms his ‘secret’ aid pledge to Hanoi and comments on “extensive discussions with Chairman Mao and Premier Chou En-lai” 33. Richard Nixon Autograph Letter and (2) Typed Letters. Important archive of correspondence from former
President Richard Nixon to Congressman Lester L. Wolff, chairman of the House International Relations Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs, confirming and defending his secret offer of aid to Hanoi during the 1972-1973 Vietnam peace conference and invoking executive privilege. Includes: ALS signed “RN,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, May 14, 1977. Rare handwritten letter to “Lester,” introducing his typed letter and asking that it be made public, concluding: “I wish you & your colleagues well as you work in behalf of a bipartisan foreign policy which will serve the cause of peace & freedom in the years ahead.”
The important TLS is signed “Richard Nixon,” four pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead May 14, 1977. To “Congressman Wolff,” in part: “As I am sure you are aware, your request of February 22nd presents some fundamental and serious Constitutional questions. In 1953 a Committee of the House of Representatives sought to subpoena former President Truman to inquire about matters of which he had personal knowledge while he served as President. President Truman’s response states what I believe is the correct Constitutional guideline which a former President must follow. He said: ‘…In spite of my personal willingness to cooperate with your committee, I feel constrained by my duty to the people of the United States to decline to comply with the subpoena. In doing so, I am carrying out the provisions of the Constitution of the United States; and am following a long line of precedents, commencing with George Washington himself in 1796. Since his day, Presidents Jefferson, Monroe, Jackson, Tyler, Polk, Fillmore, Buchanan, Roosevelt, Coolidge, Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt have declined to respond to subpoenas or demands for information of various kinds by Congress…It must be obvious to you that if the doctrine of separation of powers and the independence of the Presidency is to have any value at all, it must be equally applicable to a President after his term of office has expired when he is sought to be examined with respect to any acts occurring while he is President. The doctrine would be shattered, and the President, contrary to our fundamental theory of our constitutional government, would become a mere arm of the Legislative Branch of the Government if he would feel during his term of office that his every act might be subject to official inquiry and possible distortion for political
purposes.’ I, too, shall adhere to this precedent. However, because the issue of aid to the Hanoi Government is currently under consideration in the Congress, and without waiving the separation of powers principle, I want to be as helpful as I can in providing voluntarily my recollection of events surrounding the aid negotiation.” He goes on to quote from his ‘Address to the Nation on Plan for Peace in Vietnam’ of January 25, 1972, from the Peace Agreement of January 23, 1973, and from his message to Pham van dong of February 1, 1973. He continues: “The aid proposal was not at any time presented to them as a part of the ‘price’ to obtain the Peace Agreement. Dr. Kissinger and I consistently and repeatedly rejected the idea that aid was to be provided as ‘reparations.’ Throughout we indicated that, just as we helped our enemies in World War II—Germany and Japan—rebuild their economies, we would apply the same principle to Hanoi. The Hanoi Government has violated the agreement in areas too numerous to mention. They refused to withdraw their forces from Cambodia and Laos, as required by the Peace Agreement. By far their most blatant violation of the Agreement was their crossing the DMZ and massively invading South Vietnam in early 1975. There is no commitment of any kind, moral or legal, to provide aid to the Hanoi Government. On the contrary, I can think of no action which would be less justified or more immoral than to provide any aid whatever to the Hanoi Government, in view of their flagrant violations of the peace accords.” The significant second TLS, dated February 14, 1979, declines to testify before Wolff’s subcommittee and comments on the situation in China: “I see no useful purpose to be served by my trying to second-guess President Carter’s P.R.C. normalization decision. Any one of us might have handled the situation differently, but now that the decision has been made we should look to the future and not to the past. With regard to the questions you raised in your letter, Dr. Kissinger and I had extensive discussions with Chairman Mao and Premier Chou En-lai on the Taiwan issue in 1972. We could not reach an agreement and consequently stated our positions separately in the Shanghai Communique.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by associated correspondence from Nixon’s assistant, John V. Brennan, and some other related photocopies and transcripts.Starting Bid $2500
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34. Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen Signed Book. Signed book: Renegades: Born in the USA. Deluxe first edition. NY: Crown Publishing, 2021. Hardcover with slipcase, 9.5 x 11.5, 303 pages. Signed prominently on an opening page in black felt tip by Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen. In very fine condition. A sought-after and beautifully produced expansion of their groundbreaking Higher Ground podcast, featuring more than 350 photographs, exclusive bonus content, and never-before-seen archival material. Starting Bid $200
35. White House 1950 Renovation Wood Gavel. Gavel constructed of wood removed from
the White House during the Truman administration’s renovations in 1950, measuring 11˝ long with a cylindrical 3.5˝ x 2˝ head, with an inlaid metal plaque featuring a raised presidential seal in the center, reading: “Original White House Material Removed in 1950.” In fine condition. This is a particularly refined example of a White House relic gavel, featuring a more ornate handle than often seen. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Report of the Commission of the Renovation of the Executive Mansion, published in 1952, which depicts the gavel as one of the renovation’s souvenirs on page 81. Starting Bid $200
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notables American Politicians and Leaders “I am always happy in being made the instrument to promote good principles or good measures”
118. Aaron Burr Autograph Letter Signed with Franked Address Panel.
ALS signed “A. Burr,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, July 20, 1807. Addressed from New York, a handwritten letter to Ephraim Kirby of Litchfield, Connecticut, in part: “I am much rejoiced to find that you have at length received your commission. I wrote Edwards on the subject of the delegation, a letter which he will not understand until he shall hear of your appointment. Still I advised that the project be carried into execution & offered to contribute. In all my communications, I have bestowed as much attention to your State as to this—probably even more—I am always happy in being made the instrument to promote good principles or good measures.” Burr has addressed the adjacent mailing panel and added his franking signature to the upper right, “A. Burr.” Nicely matted and framed unfolded to an overall size of 21.25 x 15.25. In fine condition, with multiple intersecting folds, and a thin old mounting strip along the hinge. Starting Bid $200
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Acitivists and Social Leaders
Extraordinary 1970s-1980s letter archive of primatologist Dian Fossey, with mountain gorilla vocalization tapes and a rare signed first edition of Gorillas in the Mist
119. Dian Fossey Archive of (19) Letters, (2) Mountain Gorilla Vocalization Tapes, a Signed Published Article, and a Signed First Edition of Gorillas in the Mist. Archive of research material and signed correspondence
from renowned primatologist and conservationist Dian Fossey, composed of 19 letters, a signed first edition of Gorillas in the Mist, a rare signed published article, and two 7-inch reel-toreel tapes containing vocalizations of mountain gorillas, all of which were sent by Fossey to noted author and primatologist Dr. Don Cousins throughout the 1970s and early 1980s. The letters include nine postcard ALSs and 10 TLSs, signed early on as “Dian Fossey,” and then later, as their correspondence matured, simply as “Dian.” All of the postcards are addressed from the Karisoke Research Centre, in Ruhengeri, Rwanda, as are a few of the typed letters, which also contain letterhead from the University of Cambridge and Cornell University, institutions where Fossey obtained her Ph.D. and where she later lectured as a professor. Each brief handwritten letter finds Fossey requesting reprints of articles by Cousins, with one, in particular, revealing the inherent danger of her work: “Things are going okay here for the moment, but rumor has it there might be more killings to capture young gorillas—the reason for the last horror. We
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live from day to day wondering who will be next.” The typed letters are far more involved and contain abundant information related to her fieldwork with gorillas in Rwanda, her team’s constant struggle against poaching, and the progress of her first book, a signed first edition of which is included. The archive as a whole is in overall fine condition; the book is in very good condition, with a bit of loss to the front endpaper, some adhesive remnants from prior items mounted inside, and aforementioned letters and news clippings affixed in rear. A more detailed description of this incredible archive can be found on our website. Starting Bid $1000
Goodall writes from Tanzania, “trying to get over malaria!” 121. Jane Goodall Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, July 11, 1991. Handwritten letter addressed from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, sent to Marilyn J. Davis, in part: “I have been traveling, non-stop, for months... One thing you could do is introduce ‘My Life with the Chimpanzees’ into your school…Also children are very good at ideas for raising bits of money. We need funds—we need children to be involved…We are just developing an exciting new children’s programme, ‘Roots & Shoots’…Must stop here...And am trying to get over malaria!” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200
120. Mohandas Gandhi Signature. Beauti-
fully displayed ink signature, “M. K. Gandhi,” on an off-white 2.25 x 1 slip, double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12.25 x 15.5. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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“Proudly I salute Poland as a symbol of faith in life and man’s inexhaustible capacity for turning disaster into achievement” 122. Helen Keller Typed Letter Signed. World War II-dated TLS in pencil, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, October 13, 1940. Letter to Jan Wasilewski, praising the strength of the Polish nation, in part: “Proudly I salute Poland as a symbol of faith in life and man’s inexhaustible capacity for turning disaster into achievement. Will you kindly convey to the group upholding the Polish Government my cordial thanks for their gallant thought of me—an honor I feel profoundly.” In fine condition, with some light soiling and a short fold split. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA, and by the original mailing envelope, addressed by Polly Thomson. Starting Bid $200
123. Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan Signed Photograph. Scarce oversized vintage matte-finish 10.25 x
13.25 photo of Helen Keller standing beside her famous teacher, Anne Sullivan Macy, signed and inscribed in pencil, “To Mr. Piazza, with cordial greetings, Helen Keller, April 1921,” and in fountain pen, “Anne Macy.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed borders, small flecks of emulsion loss, thin lines of mounting residue along the edges, and a tear to the bottom slightly affecting both signatures. Starting Bid $200
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124. Nelson Mandela Signed Photograph. Choice glossy 8 x 10 half-length portrait of Mandela in a seated pose, nicely signed in blue felt tip, “N. Mandela.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Schutz-Pass associated document signed “R. Wallenberg”
125. Raoul Wallenberg Document Signed. DS in Hungarian, signed “R. Wallenberg,” one page, 8.25 x 5.75, September
28, 1944. Document associated with the issuance of a Schutz-Pass, in part (translated): “To the National Central Authority Supervising Foreigners…We are pleased to inform you that the Royal Swedish Legation in Budapest has issued a protective passport to Miss Ernone Major according to which the above-named person must be considered a Swedish citizen. The Legation kindly requests that the above-named individual be exempt from wearing the distinguishing symbol. The Legation certifies that the reciprocity mentioned in the relevant regulation exists with Sweden.” While Wallenberg typically signed Schutz-Passes with quick scribbles, this associated issuing document boasts a more complete signature. In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $1000
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Washington summarizes self-help as “the foundation on which the race is to rise to independence” 126. Booker T. Washington Autograph Letter Signed.
Rare ALS signed “Booker T. Washington, Prin.,” one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, March 13, 1897. Handwritten letter to Ella Kent of Cambridge Massachusetts, in part: “The greatest lesson I learned from that great man, Gen. S. C. Armstrong was the one of self help and it is the foundation of all our work at Tuskegee and is to be the foundation on which the race is to rise to independence.” Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with some light edge creasing. Handwritten letters from Washington remain quite rare—this being our first in nearly seven years. Starting Bid $200
Supreme Court
127. Burger Court Signed Photograph. Official color
matte-finish 13.75 x 8.75 photo of the Burger Court affixed to its original 17 x 12 mount, signed on the mount in ink by all nine Supreme Court justices: Byron White, William J. Brennan, Jr., Warren E. Burger, Potter Stewart, Thurgood Marshall, William H. Rehnquist, Harry A. Blackmun, Lewis Powell, and William O. Douglas. Housed in its original Ackad of Washington presentation folder. In fine condition, with some faint toning and soiling to the mount. Starting Bid $300
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Solemn signed portrait of the full Vinson Court
128. Vinson Court Signed Photograph. Fantastic vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 11 photo of the Vinson Supreme Court, circa 1946-1949, signed in the wide lower border in fountain pen by all nine Justices: Fred M. Vinson, Hugo L. Black, Stanley Reed, Felix Frankfurter, William O. Douglas, Frank Murphy, Robert H. Jackson, Wiley Rutledge, and Harold Burton. Affixed to a same-size mount. In fine condition, with some light corner creases. Starting Bid $200
129. Warren Court Signed Photograph. Official matte-finish
16.5 x 11.75 photo of the Warren Court by the Ackad studio of Washington, D.C, signed in the lower border in various ink types by all nine Justices pictured: Earl Warren, Abe Fortas, Potter Stewart, Byron R. White, Tom C. Clark, John Harlan, Hugo Black, William O. Douglas, and William J. Brennan, Jr. Framed and in fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Businessmen Rare oversized signed portrait of industrialist Andrew Carnegie 131. Andrew Carnegie Signed Photograph. Superb circa 1913
matte-finish 11 x 14 bust portrait of Carnegie in a handsome suit, signed in the lower border in crisp black ink, “Yours truly, Andrew Carnegie.” Blindstamped below the image by photographer Theodore C. Marceau of New York. A diagonal crease extending from the left border to Carnegie’s collar has been professionally softened, and overall professional cleaning has given the signature a subtle haloing effect, otherwise condition is fine. Carnegie is scarce in signed photos; this one, uninscribed and the largest we have seen, is a riveting pose of stately intensity. Starting Bid $200
Rare oversized dual-signed photo from the famed ‘handshake agreement’ meeting between Ford and Ferguson 132. Henry Ford and Harry Ferguson Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 11 photo of Henry Ford seated at a table across from British inventor Harry Ferguson in the former’s Dearborn garden in October 1938, a meeting that culminated in the famous ‘handshake agreement,’ whereby Ford, after being shown a series of impressive plowing demonstrations, offered to buy Ferguson’s tractor patents on the spot, nicely signed by both in fountain pen. In fine condition, with some light silvering to the bottom of the image. Only the second signed photo of Ford and Ferguson that we have ever offered. Starting Bid $300
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“If I can borrow the money personally, then I am in favor of my taking these assets personally” 133. Howard Hughes Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Howard,” one page, 8.5 x 13.25, no date. Handwritten letter to “Dick,” in part: “I leave it to you—whichever would be easiest, to form a corp...I expect every slightest detail of this purchase to be publicized till hell won’t have it. The mention of a dummy corporation—altho routine to you and me—is just another city-slicker trick-gimmick to the local residents. It is bound to arouse curiosity and create suspicion. Later, we could transfer these assetts to a corporation, and most likely nobody would even know about it. I think there is a lot of merit to keeping this transaction, which is so much in the publicity spotlight, as simple as humanly possible. So, to summarize, if I can borrow the money personally, then I am in favor of my taking these assets personally—exactly as I did in the case of the D. I. [Desert Inn]” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from JSA Starting Bid $200
Dynamic signed photo display of the SpaceX and Tesla CEO 134. Elon Musk Signed Photograph Display. Highly appealing color satin-
finish 11 x 13 photo of Elon Musk posing with arms folded in front of a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, signed in blue felt tip. Impressively presented within a 45.5 x 36 frame that contains images of Musk as he appeared on the covers of Time and Rolling Stone, three plates with quotes made by Musk, two images of the Tesla Roadster, and one image of the planned SpaceX Starship. In very fine condition. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from JSA, PSA/DNA, and Beckett Authentication Services. A magnificent and visually engaging display totally befitting of its signee—Musk’s ideas and ambitions have done much to expedite the future of society, with his companies Tesla, SpaceX, and The Boring Company all geared to advancing the safety, efficiency, and limits of travel. Starting Bid $500
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Standard Oil stock certificate signed by Rockefeller and Flagler 135. John D. Rockefeller and Henry M. Flagler Signed Stock Certificate. Partly-
printed DS, signed “J. D. Rockefeller” and “H. M. Flagler,” one page, 11.75 x 7.75, October 20, 1887. Stock certificate for 10 shares in Rockefeller’s Standard Oil Trust issued to Theodore Mallaby, signed at the conclusion by John D. Rockefeller as president, Henry M. Flagler as secretary, and Joel Francis Freeman as treasurer. In fine condition. An exceptionally nice example. Starting Bid $200
Hudson River Railroad stockholder list signed twice by Cornelius Vanderbilt
136. Cornelius Vanderbilt Twice-Signed Dividend Ledger. Twice-signed DS, signed “C. Vanderbilt,” on behalf of
William M. Parks, one page both sides, 11 x 17.25, October 15, 1866. Hudson River Railroad Company financial document listing stockholders’ receipts for dividends, signed in ink by Vanderbilt to confirm receipt of $20,520 as a dividend for 5400 shares held by Parks. Reverse is also signed by four members of the Schermerhorn family, as well as by James Roosevelt, the eldest son of Franklin D. Roosevelt. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Scientists and Inventors
Spectacular Harris & Ewing portrait of Alexander Graham Bell, presented to his niece—the subject of one of the 20th century’s sensational murder trials 137. Alexander Graham Bell Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 9.75 x 13.75 portrait of the inventor in profile by Harris & Ewing, boldly signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Roland Granville Fortescue, with much love from her uncle, Alexander Graham Bell.” In very fine condition. An immaculate, neatly signed photo of the great inventor boasting an ideal familial association. Starting Bid $500
138. Alexander Graham Bell Signature. Ink signature, “Alexander
Graham Bell, 6. 1847 Mar. 3.,” on an off-white 4.75 x .5 slip. Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 10.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“I shall be happy to purchase two hundred copies of the article on Visible Speech” 139. Alexander Graham Bell Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “A.
Graham Bell,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, Clarke Institution for Deaf Mutes letterhead, March 6, 1872. Handwritten letter to Charles Perkins, secretary of the Social Science Association in Boston, Massachusetts, in full: “I shall be pleased to know what you decide upon concerning the illustration. I shall be happy to purchase two hundred copies of the article on Visible Speech—if you will kindly let me have them in a pamphlet form.” In fine condition. Visible Speech is a system of written symbols that represent sounds capable of being made by the human voice. This system, which can be used with not only English, but also with foreign and obscure languages, was developed by Alexander Melville Bell, father of Alexander Graham Bell, and became popular with the publication of the latter’s book ‘Visible Speech’ in 1867. Alexander Graham Bell began teaching his father’s system upon his arrival in Boston in April 1871, and by March-June 1872, he was providing the same training to teachers at the Clarke School for the Deaf in Northampton, Mass., and the American Asylum for the Deaf in Hartford, Conn. Starting Bid $200
Rare handwritten letter by Samuel Colt, asking for an update on “the Pistol Barrels” ordered from England 140. Samuel Colt Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed
“Sam’l Colt,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, no date but annotated 1852. Handwritten letter from Hartford to Firth & Sons, regarding a shipment of pistol barrels. In part: “It is now about two months since I returned home & as of yet I here [sic] nothing from the Pistol Barrels I ordered from you before leaving England. Will you be kind enough to inform if the small number I wanted sent here have been shipping, & if not when may I expect them.” In fine condition. Based in Sheffield, England, Thomas Firth & Sons were the steelmakers who supplied Samuel Colt with most of the iron and steel used at his firearms factory at Hartford, Connecticut, throughout the 1850s and 1860s. They also supplied Colt’s London plant, which operated only from 1853 to 1856. Colt’s pioneering efforts revolutionized not only firearms manufacture but industrial manufacturing as a whole, utilizing concepts such as the assembly line, interchangeable parts, and division of labor. Starting Bid $200
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141. Thomas Edison Signed Photograph. Desirable vintage
matte-finish 7 x 8.5 photo of Thomas Edison seated serenely in profile, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To N. M. Rice, Thos. A. Edison,” who incorporates his trademark ‘umbrella’ flourish. Lower right bears the “TAE Inc.” copyright. Archivally, ornately double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 19. In fine condition, with some light creasing along the top edge. Starting Bid $200
143. Albert Einstein Signed Envelope. Israeli airmail envelope, 7 x 4, postmarked at Tel Aviv on May 5, 1950, signed in ballpoint, “A. Einstein.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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Einstein writes to a Princeton grad on “developing the theory generally”
142. Albert Einstein Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Institute for Advanced Study letterhead, October 1, 1952. Letter to mathematical physicist Daniel M. Lipkin, in full: “The possibility of this choice of coordinate system is quite obvious and generally known. It is, however, an incomplete determination fixing only 1 of the 4 arbitrary functions. For developing the theory generally it seems to me better not to specialize the coordinate system at all.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.
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Daniel Lipkin first wrote to Einstein in 1944 and continued his correspondence with the physicist after completing his studies at Princeton (1946-1949) under Einstein’s friend David Bohm. Lipkin went on to work as an electrical engineer working for Sperry Univac designing early computers, and later at American Electronic Laboratories. Some of their correspondence in 1952 concerns the quantum theory and areas where it might be improved. Starting Bid $1000
Fulton offers a “comparative view of an engine and hand labour in making cables,” estimating cost savings for the French Navy 144. Robert Fulton Autograph Manuscript Signed. AMS signed “Rob-
ert Fulton,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8.25, March 7, 1799. Handwritten manuscript headed “Comparative view of an engine and hand labour in making cables,” estimating the amount of time and money saved by his technological innovations. In very good to fine condition, with a small clipped off area, and associated slice to the bottom of the hinge. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Though perhaps best known for his invention of the steamboat, Fulton also developed naval weaponry for several nations—namely France, England, and America. His contributions in this realm included some of the world’s earliest naval torpedoes for use by the British Royal Navy, and the Nautilus submarine under a grant from Napoleon. In this instance, he aims to use his engine to support cost savings for the French Navy. Starting Bid $300
Botanical letter by important astronomer John Herschel, sending thanks to Lindley for his “Theory of Horticulture” 145. John F. W. Herschel Autograph Letter Signed. British mathematician, astronomer, and inventor (1792–1871) known for his discoveries related to the moons of Saturn and Uranus and for his pioneering work in early photographic processes, including coining the word ‘photography’ itself. ALS signed “J. F. W. Herschel,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, January 30, 1840. Handwritten letter to the distinguished botanist John Lindley, sending thanks for his “Theory of Horticulture,” and asking if he could recommend “some work of a merely practical nature which shall go into the actual culture and management of plants—especially bulbs—as I bring to the subject a plentiful stack of ignorance.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Scarce signature of vaccine pioneer Edward Jenner, considered the ‘the father of immunology’
146. Edward Jenner Signature. English physician and scientist (1749–1823) often called the ‘father of immunology,’ who
successfully tested his smallpox inoculation in 1796. Ink signature, “Affectionately yours, E. Jenner, P.S. If your head gets better, the plan you are pursuing, go on with it,” on a white 4 x 2.75 slip clipped from an autograph letter; the reverse also bears writing in Jenner’s hand. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Accompanied by two unsigned engravings and a provenance note indicating that the autograph was obtained from one of Jenner’s family members. Starting Bid $200
147. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Hand-Addressed Envelope. Highly-renowned German mathematician
and philosopher (1646–1716). Incredibly rare unsigned hand-addressed envelope by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, 4 x 2.5, made out in French to his friend, the political philosopher Thomas Burnet de Kemney, in London, with a few autograph lines describing how to find his address. Reverse retains Leibniz’s black wax seal impressed with his coat of arms. In very good to fine condition. Burnet was a conspicuous member of the brilliant Court circle at Hanover, known as a confidante of the Electress Sophia. He maintained lengthy correspondences with several luminaries of the era, including Leibniz and John Locke. A significant specimen of Leibniz’s scarce handwriting, with an important association. Starting Bid $300
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Three months after Morse’s first public demonstration of the electric telegraph
148. Samuel F. B. Morse Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Sam. F. B. Morse,” one page, 7.75 x 7.75, March 7, 1838. Addressed from “N. Y. City University,” a handwritten letter to Joseph B. Boyd, in full: “Your request of the 15th Jany reached me on my return from Washington this day, and I presume this will be considered as a compliance with it. Col. Trumbull is at New Haven Conn.” Another hand has added to the top in pencil, “(only 1 sheet) of sketch,” which alludes to an accompanying sheet of graphite drawings that is attributed to Morse. Unsigned, the sheet contains sketches of the faces of two men in profile and a curved tool or blade. Both the letter and sketch sheet are archivally matted and framed with an engraved portrait (bearing a facsimile signature) to an overall size of 21.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. At the Speedwell Ironworks in Morristown, New Jersey on January 11, 1838, Morse made the first public demonstration of the electric telegraph, newly devised with a system of electromagnetic relays. Starting Bid $200
149. Wolfgang Pauli Signature. Pioneer of quantum physics (1900–1958) who
received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1945 after being nominated by Albert Einstein. Fountain pen signature, “W. Pauli,” on an off-white 2.5 x 3 slip from the Physics Institute at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. In fine condition. Pauli was Professor of Theoretical Physics at ETH Zurich from 1928 until his death in 1958. Starting Bid $200
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Tesla replies regarding naval telegraphy amidst his attempts to “communicate with and possibly to transmit energy to Europe”
150. Nikola Tesla Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed
“N. Tesla,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 6.75, personal monogram letterhead, May 18, 1899. Handwritten letter to Rear Admiral Francis J. Higginson by Nikola Tesla, from the Alta Vista Hotel in Colorado Springs, in part: “My coming here was necessary because I wanted to obtain some data in high altitudes in view of my attempt to communicate with and possibly to transmit energy to Europe. These data though they are for a different purpose will also be useful in telegraphy. The work here will keep me working three to four weeks, but on my return I shall immediately devote as much of my time as possible to the task of establishing a thoroughly satisfactory and reliable communication with the lightship.” In very good to fine condition, with light staining to the right side. In May, Higginson had written to Tesla on the subject of wireless telegraphy, asking if he would be able to develop a system to be deployed on Light-Vessel No. 66, Nantucket Shoals, Mass., lying about 60 miles south of Nantucket Island. At the time, Tesla had patents pending on basic radio technologies, which would be granted in 1900. In spite of Tesla’s initial interest, the plan would not come to fruition—the Navy refused to finance the project, and also found Tesla rather difficult to work with.
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Higginson continued to advocate for wireless communications technology within the government, and in 1901 Marconi wireless telegraph equipment was ‘temporarily and experimentally installed’ on the Nantucket lightship. In 1904, it would become the first US lightship to be permanently equipped with radio— though not of Tesla’s design. Nikola Tesla had arrived in Colorado Springs earlier in May, and he spent the summer conducting experiments related to both wireless telegraphy and power transmission. It was during this period that he reported hearing unusual, rhythmic sounds from his receiver. In a letter to Julian Hawthorne, Tesla contended that these signals were evidence that ‘intelligent beings on a neighboring planet’ must be scientifically more advanced than Earthlings. It has since been hypothesized that Tesla may have intercepted Marconi’s European experiments in July 1899—Marconi may have transmitted the letter S (dot/ dot/dot) in a naval demonstration, the same three impulses that Tesla hinted at hearing in Colorado—or signals from another early experimenter in wireless transmission. In any event, this is a significant handwritten letter by Nikola Tesla, written during one of his most influential and productive periods of experimentation. Starting Bid $5000
Handwritten letter by Alfred Russel Wallace on the opening of Kew Gardens to the public: “Botanists are thoughtful of the public (who it must be remembered pay for the gardens) as well as of themselves” 151. Alfred Wallace Autograph Letter Signed. British naturalist,
explorer, and biologist (1823–1913) best known for proposing a theory of natural selection which prompted Charles Darwin to publish his own. ALS signed “Alfred R. Wallace,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, December 21, 1892. Handwritten letter to English botanist and taxonomist Maxwell T. Masters on a political matter concerning the opening of Kew Gardens to the public, in part: “A letter I wrote to Mr. Churchill on the subject was shown to Dyer, & by him shown to Shaw Lefevre,—in which, while stating reasons for not opening the Gardens earlier to the public I strongly urged the simultaneous opening of the Museums & North Gallery at noon, against which there can be no objections whatever but of the small extra cost of supervision. I wish that had also been included in the Memorial, as it would have shown that botanists are thoughtful of the public (who it must be remembered pay for the gardens) as well as of themselves. I told Mr. Churchill I would not sign the Memorial unless this was included, & I only do so now because I know my protest has come before the First Commissioner. It is simply a cruel piece of red-tapeism to shut up all the place of shelter in the Gardens during the first hour.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Eli Whitney sues a signer of the US Constitution 152. Eli Whitney Autograph Letter Signed. Important American inventor (1765–1825) remembered for developing the cotton gin. Scarce ALS signed “E. Whitney,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, March 15, 1804. Letter to attorney Samuel M. Hopkins in New York, concerning a lawsuit against Georgia statesman William Few, a signer of the US Constitution. In part: “Herewith you will find inclosed a copy of the process which has heretofore been instituted against William Few (formerly of Georgia & now of N. York). I wish you to pay such attention to the subject as your leisure will permit. I will thank you to drop me a line informing me of the time within you deem it will be most proper to commence that suit which I proposed when I saw you last.” In fine condition, with some stains to the top of the first page, and an edge tear and minor seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf. Starting Bid $300
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Religious Figures
153. Pope Clement XI Document Signed. Italian pope (1649–1721), born Giovanni Francesco Albani, who ascended the papal throne in 1700 and served until his death. Vellum manuscript DS in Latin, signed “G. F. Cardle Albani,” one page, 14.5 x 6.25, August 29, 1694. Papal breve in the name of Pope Innocent XII, signed by Giovanni Francesco Albani on behalf of Pope Innocent XII while serving as Secretary of State. Albani served as Secretary of State for Pope Innocent XI, Pope Alexander VIII, and Pope Innocent XII. In fine condition, with three heavy vertical folds. Starting Bid $200
154. Pope Leo XI Letter Signed. Born Alessandro Ottaviano de Medici in 1535, he served as pope from April 1–27, 1605; his pontificate is one of the briefest in history, having lasted under a month. Uncommon LS in Italian, signed “Il Card. di Firenz,” one page, 8.25 x 11.25, no date. Untranslated letter signed in the lower right corner as cardinal. The embossed paper seal affixed on the address leaf remains intact. In very good condition, with light scattered foxing and staining. Starting Bid $200
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World Leaders
‘Profile for Victory,’ Cooper’s classic 1943 portrait of Winston Churchill
155. Winston Churchill Signed Print: ‘Profile For Victory’ by A. Egerton Cooper. Magnificent World War
II-dated color 19 x 24.25 print of an A. Egerton Cooper painting entitled ‘Profile for Victory,’ which depicts Prime Minister Winston Churchill seated in profile, a lit cigar in his hand and
a folded newspaper on his lap, signed below in bold fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” The print is also signed by its artist, “A. Egerton Cooper, 43.” Impressively gilt-framed to an overall size of 23 x 28. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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Desirable wartime candid signed by Prime Minister Winston Churchill 156. Winston Churchill Signed Photograph.
Vintage glossy 6 x 4.5 photo of Churchill reviewing paperwork on a train, a cigar clenched in his teeth, neatly signed in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” Affixed to a larger mount and in fine condition. Accompanied by an original Official War Office photograph of Churchill firing a rifle, a photograph of the train’s crew, and a transmittal letter signed by Churchill’s secretary Mary Shearburn on 10 Downing Street letterhead, dated July 3, 1941. Also includes a souvenir card from the Atlantic Conference, August 9, 1941, imprinted: “The Commander-in-Chief, United States Navy, Sends his Compliments and Best Wishes, Franklin D. Roosevelt, President of the United States.” An attached note reads: “This card was included in a present of cigarettes and chocolate given by President Roosevelt to all members of the crew of H.M.S. King George V in mid-atlantic on August 9th 1941.” The Atlantic Conference, held from August 9–12, 1941, resulted in the ‘Atlantic Charter,’ which outlined the postwar goals of the United States and the United Kingdom. Starting Bid $500
Churchill biography signed for the steward of his historic flight 157. Winston Churchill Signed Book. Signed book: Great Contemporaries: Winston S. Churchill. Later printing. London: Thornton Butterworth, 1940. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.75, 387 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “To V. Partridge, from Winston S. Churchill, Jan. 1942.” Churchill signed the book during his historic transatlantic return flight to England on the RMA ‘Berwick’ after soliciting American support for World War II. The recipient, Victor Arthur Partridge, served as steward on the flight. Autographic condition: fine, with light staining to signed page. Book condition: G+/None, with edgewear, some minor staining to textblock, rubbing to boards, and a loose front hinge. Also includes an original British Airways newsletter from February 1942, telling the story of the flight, listing its crew, and publishing a few photos of its noteworthy passengers on board. Starting Bid $200
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After reading Mein Kampf, de Gaulle warns against misunderstanding Hitler’s intentions: “The new Germany promised to the German people cannot exist if the powerful Russia remains in its eastern marches”
158. Charles de Gaulle Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “Charles,” ten pages three sets of adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 7, December 3, 1939. Handwritten letter to a friend, commenting on his new understanding of Adolf Hitler’s designs following a reading of Mein Kampf, and anxiously observing the readiness of Russian forces to the east. In part (translated): “Will this war finally begin? I measure all your anguish, you two of whose sons are waiting for the moment to defend the fatherland, and as a father, I share it. I intend to say that the absence of a second front to the east will force us to contain the entire German army, that the French and the English will once again be faced with History and its recurrences. This is a point of view that I do not share, because it would be to misunderstand Hitler’s intentions. You who, like me, have read his writings and his works [Mein Kampf], know that the new Germany promised to the German people cannot exist if the powerful Russia remains in its eastern
marches. The maneuvers carried out by Stalin in Finland and the flaws in the command demonstrate the unpreparedness of the Russian soldiers and their structural weaknesses. By letting his ally wage his own war, the Chancellor and his generals have a remarkable vantage point. This war will be a long one, the time we waste today others are utilizing. History and future generations will never understand that such a large army, uniting the two most powerful countries in the world, preferred waiting to action, thus leaving the enemy the opportunity to organize the front at its sole convenience... I come to wonder about the interest displayed for the President of the Council to see Colonel de Gaulle present to him in person his theories on the fair and proper use of modern weapons. Reynaud has done his best everywhere.” In very good to fine condition, with a partial split to the horizontal fold on the second sheet. Starting Bid $1000
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Oversized signed portrait of de Gaulle in uniform 159. Charles de Gaulle Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy
10 x 11.75 half-length photo of Charles de Gaulle in uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “C. de Gaulle.” Reverse bears an O.F.I.C. credit stamp. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, overall creasing, and short edge tears. Starting Bid $200
Rare portrait of Ho Chi Minh, signed at Hanoi in 1968 160. Ho Chi Minh Signed Photograph. Extremely
rare vintage matte-finish 5 x 7.25 head-and-shoulders portrait of Ho Chi Minh, signed in the lower border in black felt tip in Vietnamese with cordial greetings, and dated at Hanoi, April 1968. In fine condition. The consignor notes that this signed photograph was presented by the North Vietnamese leader to East German statesman Kurt Hager, who led a delegation on a visit to Hanoi from April 4–10, 1968. Ho Chi Minh’s autograph is rare in any format, and this is a particularly fine example signed at the height of the Vietnam War. Starting Bid $1000
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Royalty
The steamy love letters of Czar Alexander II and his mistress: “I have such a passion for making bingerle… I need to reimmerse myself in you”
162. Alexander II Archive of (5) Handwritten Love Letters. Remarkable archive of love letters between Emperor
Alexander II of Russia and his young mistress, Catherine ‘Katia’ Dolgorukova, totaling ten handwritten letters (five by Alexander and five by Katia) amounting to over forty pages, circa 1868-1871. Their torrid affair produced a massive, steamy correspondence—they often wrote back and forth multiple times a day, sometimes with commentary on their erotic exploits. They took some lengths to conceal the relationship, never signing their letters and using the code-word ‘bingerle’ to refer to the act of copulation. The five handwritten letters from Alexander II total 21 pages, most on both sides of adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, dated from 1868–1869, and are mainly in French, with a few Russian phrases (usually in the Latin alphabet), plus instances of their code-language. The five handwritten letters from Katia total
20 pages, all on adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, dated from November–December 1871 (dates written in Alexander’s hand). An excerpt from Alexander’s first letter, in small part: “I come home imbued like you, dear adored angel, with our good sunshine and we can ask each other the same question: what have we done with each other? ‘Cause we’re getting crazier about each other every day….Oh! my Angel, I have such a passion for making bingerle, since our meetings, that I do not know what to become and I felt that it was getting wet at my sleigh after we parted near the bridge.…I need to reimmerse myself in you.…Oh! thank you for telling me that you feel that it is you alone who connects me to life and that you feel loved with the same passion as you love me….Alas! we’ll have to wait until tomorrow night, but also I foresee how angrily we’ll rush at each other.” Starting Bid $1000
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Legitimizing the cousin and sister-in-law of famed Spanish explorer and conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon
163. Ferdinand and Isabella Document Signed.
Manuscript DS in Spanish, signed by Ferdinand, “Yo el Rey,” and by Isabella, “Yo la Reyna,” one page, 12.25 x 13, April 6, 1476. Ferdinand and Isabella legitimize the cousin and sisterin-law of famed Spanish explorer and conquistador Juan Ponce de Leon, in a document issued to Rodrigo Ponce de Leon, regarding his daughter and heir Francisca de Leon. Signed at the conclusion by Ferdinand and Isabella, and countersigned: “I, Pedro Samanas, secretary of the King and the Queen of their Council, caused it to be written at their command.” Annotated at the bottom of the page: “Legitimation for Dona Francisca de Leon, daughter of the Marquis of Cadiz.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light foxing, a few stains, and some tiny holes within the text; and red wax remnants where an embossed paper seal (present but detached), was affixed. This unusual and early document pertains to the legitimacy of the daughter of a Castilian nobleman who was one of the military leaders in the War of Castilian Succession, an ongo-
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ing conflict at the time of our document that was decided in Isabella’s favor. Later, Rodrigo de Leon was considered a major factor in Granada’s [1491-1492] victory over the remaining Moors in the final years of the Reconquest. As a result, he was decorated by the Crown and given many titles and privileges, enhancing the Ponce de Leon family’s overall royal prestige. Rodrigo became Duke of Cadiz in 1484, and was briefly succeeded by his daughter, Francisca, the subject of our document. Francisca was a second cousin of famed Spanish explorer and conquistador Juan Ponce De Leon and, after her marriage to his brother Luis, became his sister-in-law as well. Luis was the first marquis of Zahara and fifth lord of Villagarcia. Cadiz was an important port city from which Christopher Columbus launched his second (1493) and fourth (1502) voyages to the New World and, later, became home to the Spanish treasure fleet. Starting Bid $1000
Boldly endorsed 1786 pay order by the notorious Marie Antoinette
164. Marie Antoinette Document Signed. Manuscript
DS in French, signed “payez, Marie Antoinette,” one page, 9.5 x 14.5, July 1, 1786. An order to Treasurer General Randon de la Tour, directing him “to pay to Mr. Mollin, Maitre d’hotel de la table du Premier Maitre d’hotel, the sum of 200 livres which we granted him for the clothes of our office boys…during the first six months of the year…The present sum of two hundred pounds will be spent and allocated in the expenditure of your accounts by our dear and well beloved people of the accounts of the King, our very honored lord and husband in Paris.” Boldly endorsed at the conclusion by Marie Antoinette and countersigned by her secretary Nicolas-Joseph Beaugeard;
in 1793, Beaugeard was a conspirator in the failed plot to rescue King Louis XIV from execution. In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Marie Antoinette’s expenditures to maintain her flamboyant lifestyle and lavish palace were enormous, and during this time she was growing increasingly unpopular among the French people. In 1785, her public image had been tarnished beyond repair with the ‘Diamond Necklace Affair,’ when she was implicated in a fraudulent scheme to purchase an expensive necklace. A wonderful example boasting the bold, crisp signature of the infamous queen. Starting Bid $1000
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Striking oversized regal portrait signed by Queen Elizabeth II 166. Queen Elizabeth II Signed Photogravure Portrait.
Magnificent oversized vintage matte-finish 12 x 16 photogravure portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in her crown jewels at the start of her reign, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1955.” The portrait was originally taken by Baron on March 12, 1953, and subsequently published in England by Raphael Tuck & Sons. In fine condition, with light skipping to ink. Starting Bid $500
165. Prince Philip Signed Photograph. Handsome vintage matte-finish 6 x 8 photo of Prince Philip seated in a chair and staring warmly into the camera, affixed to the original 7 x 9.75 mount, which is signed in black ink, “Philip, 1959.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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167. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Signed Photographs. Exquisite pair of vintage matte-finish portraits of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip—the Elizabeth photo by Dorothy Wilding shows the queen seated and wearing a strapless dress with the Riband and Star of the Order of the Garter, a Lesser George at the waist, and the Diamond Diadem crown, signed on the original 8.5 x 11.25 studio mount in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R, 1954”; the Philip photo by Baron Studios (Sterling Henry Nahum) portrays the prince in a handsome seated pose attired in his Admiral of the Fleet uniform, signed on the original 8.25 x 11.25 studio mount in fountain pen, “Philip, 1954.” The backing of the Elizabeth photo features a Wilding studio stamp and is numbered in pencil, “015957-W, 6888” and the Philip back is numbered “53/1317/1092-1, 6888.” In overall very good to fine condition, with light staining to the bottom edge of the Elizabeth mount, and light silvering to the darker areas of both images. Accompanied by a copy of a transmittal letter from Private Secretary Martin Charteris, dated April 17, 1954. Starting Bid $200
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Explorers and Archeologists
Incredibly rare payment for “rose sugar” by conquistador Cortes
168. Hernando Cortes Document Signed. Spanish conquistador (1485-1547) who initiated the conquest of the Aztec Empire on behalf of King of Castile and Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, and, in so doing, assumed an instrumental role in the first phase of the Spanish colonization of the Americas. Excessively rare manuscript DS in Spanish, signed “Hernando Cortes,” one page, 8.5 x 6, April 27, 1527. Document issued to his majordomo, Nicolas de Palacios Rubios, instructing him to give to Maestre Francisco twelve gold pesos for certain pink sugar that he is carrying for the pharmacy and to take note for his accounts. In full (translated): “Palacyos Rubyos: give Master Francisco twelve gold pesos, of the gold that is circu-
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lating, which are for a certain rose sugar for the apothecary that he keeps, and get a receipt for your discharge. Done on the 27th of April of the year 1527.” The reverse bears a handwritten receipt acknowledging fulfillment of the request, in full (translated): “I, Master Francisco, received from you, Palasio Rubios, the twelve gold pesos referred to on the other side, and they are for the rose sugar. And I signed it with my name as the truth, today, the 13th of May of the year 1527.” Docketed along the edge and verified by Cortes’s ‘witness of assistance.’ In fine condition. Starting Bid $2500
American West
Earp sets the record straight on his relationship with Doc Holliday
171. Wyatt Earp-dictated Letter Handwritten by His Wife, Josephine. Autograph letter, dictated by Earp and
written by his wife Josie, three pages on two sheets, 8 x 10, no date but postmarked April 18, 1927. Letter to John H. Flood, Jr., in part: “I wonder is it a good idea to answer any of the questions from Tucson. Perhaps we will have trouble with Burns, on account of answering his questions...I think if you will just write him a few lines tell him his letter was forwarded here from Oakland to him...Tell him though Doc was not his pal, but
just an acquaintance, but not a bad man at that, a certain kind of element were his enemies...Tell Mr. Walker to give Wyatt’s regards to Breckinridge.” A postscript reads, in part: “He seems like a sincere man. Write him a real nice letter. And tell him Wyatt sends regards to Breckinridge.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, signed and addressed in his wife’s hand, “W. Earp, Vidal, Calif.” Starting Bid $500
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Massive Buffalo Bill portrait presented to a business partner and New York State senator 170. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody Signed Oversized Photograph. Extraordinary matte-finish 13.25 x 16.25 photo
of the legendary Wild West showman by the Gessford Studio of New York, signed and inscribed in bold fountain pen, “To—F. W. Kavanaugh, from his friend, W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill.’” The lower right corner of the mount is signed in pencil by the photography studio. Impressively matted and framed to an overall size of 25.25 x 29. In fine condition, with light stains along the top and bottom edge of the mount, in no way detracting from the magnificence of the image. A magnificent oversized portrait befitting the stature of the great Buffalo Bill—undoubtedly the largest example we have offered. Starting Bid $300
Notorious Figures
172. Joseph Cosey: Abraham Lincoln Forged Legal Document. American forger (1887-1950?) who forged letters from American luminaries. Joseph Cosey forgery of a manuscript document signed “A. Lincoln,” two pages, 8.5 x 13.25, June 15, 1851. A forged petition for mandamus presented to the Supreme Court of Illinois by the law firm of William Herndon and Abraham Lincoln. In very good to fine condition, with chipping to the edges, and partially repaired fold splits and separations. Starting Bid $200
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173. Joseph Cosey: Abraham Lincoln Forged Handwritten Letter. American forger (1887-1950?) who forged letters from American luminaries. Joseph Cosey forgery of a handwritten letter signed “A. Lincoln,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, December 2, 1858. A forged letter to N. W. Edwards, in part: “Mr. Cuny of the Alton and Sangamon R. R. has sent me this map of a part of Nebraska through which the proposed Pony Express must pass—It is not of much help but it will show the hazards that such an enterprise will entail—Willaim Russell of Russell Majors and Waddell has made arrangements east of St. Joseph, Mo. The route is to be through Kansas, through a wild part of Nebraska, by Fort Kearney, along the Platte, by Fort Laramie, past the Butte, over the Rocky Mountains, through the Northern passes, and along the defiles of Utah, dangerous to any horseman, to Fort Bridger and Salt Lake, and across the Desert to the Sierra Nevadas, and into California.” In fine condition, with short fold splits. Starting Bid $200
174. Robert Spring: George Washington Forged Document. English-born forger (1813–1876) who forged letters from luminaries and historical figures like George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Horatio Nelson. Robert Spring forgery of a manuscript document signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 6 x 2.5, January 5, 1798. A forged pay order directed to the Office of Discount and Deposit in Baltimore, requesting that Harrey Gilbert be paid “the sum of one hundred & five dollars and chg my acct.” In fine condition, with complete separation along the central vertical fold repaired with archival tape on the reverse. Starting Bid $200
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military 324. USS Constitution 1927 Renovation Wood Gavel. Gavel constructed of wood re-
moved from the hull of the USS Constitution during the frigate’s historic 1927 restoration, measuring 10˝ long with a cylindrical 3.25˝ x 2˝ head, with the original bronze plate reading: “This material was taken from the original hull of the U.S. Frigate Constitution, Keel laid 1794, Rebuilding 1927.” In fine condition, with some verdigris to the plate. A desirable and uncommon souvenir format from the historic 1927 renovation. Starting Bid $200
Choice twice-signed letter regarding a West Point professorship
325. Jefferson Davis Autograph Letter Signed Twice. Bold ALS signed twice, “Jeffer. Davis,” one page both sides,
7.75 x 9.75, August 26, 1856. Letter to John W. French, in part: “For the reasons set forth in the endorsement and a desire to save you from any annoyance I determined to send the application of Mr. Sprole to the Engt. bureau. The following is a copy of the endorsement made on the letter of Mr. S.” Signed below by Davis, who goes on to pen a copy of his endorsement: “The period asked for being indefinite I think it proper to say that the duties of the Professor would not permit him for more than a very short period to have less than the undivided possession of his quarters, and the interest of the Academy being paramount it is deemed better that the application should be decided by the Superintendent than be left to the generosity and kindness of the Professor.” This is also signed at the conclusion. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Remarkable West Point diploma awarded in 1854, signed by Lee and Garnett
326. Robert E. Lee Document Signed. Beautifully
engraved partly-printed vellum DS, signed “R. E. Lee,” as superintendent of West Point, one page, 17 x 21.5, June 16, 1854. United States Military Academy diploma presented to George A. Gordon “having been carefully examined on all the Branches of the Arts, Sciences, and Literature taught at the United States Military Academy has been judged worthy to receive the Degree required by Law preparatory to his advancement in the U. S. Army…and recommend him to the president for promotion in the Infantry, Dragoons, or Mounted Riflemen.” Signed at the conclusion by Robert E. Lee as superintendent of the Academy, and also signed underneath
by 10 professors, including Robert Selden Garnett, Fitz John Porter, A. E. Church, George W. Cullum, J. W. Bailey, and William Bartlett. In fine condition. After distinguishing himself in the Mexican-American War, Lee reluctantly accepted an appointment as superintendent of the Military Academy at West Point in 1852, where he remained for three years. In addition to Lee’s ever-desirable signature, the extremely rare Robert Selden Garnett, who signed here as a tactics instructor, is a prize in itself—Garnett would become the first general officer killed in the Civil War. Starting Bid $1000
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Lee orders a saddle months prior to quelling John Brown’s insurrection
327. Robert E. Lee Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page, 4.75 x 7.25, May 10, 1859. Addressed from Arlington in Alexandria County, Virginia, a handwritten letter to Major P. V. Hagner, in full: “Are you ready to have made for me the uniform saddle & bridle I’ve spoke of or has any uniform pattern been adopted—I have heard of none. If there has, can you have a nice sett made & shipped to San Antonio conveniently. I have been away & just got back & must now prepare for the field. Except for your sakes I wish you & Mrs. Hagner were going with me.” Attractively double-matted and framed with an engraving to an overall size of 19.25 x 15.25. In very good to fine condition, with light staining not at all affecting readability.
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In 1859, before returning to the 2nd Cavalry Regiment in Texas, Lee was called to command the militia raid on abolitionist John Brown at Harper’s Ferry. After returning to his post in San Antonio, Texas seceded from the Union in February 1861, after which Lee returned to Washington and was promoted to colonel and offered the rank of major general in the fight against the seceding states. Though opposed to secession, Lee’s fidelity to Virginia outweighed his loyalty to the Union, and in April 1861, he accepted command of Virginia’s Confederate forces, eventually becoming its general-in-chief. Starting Bid $300
As president of Washington College, Lee learns that he has been appointed to “the Committee on ‘School Discipline’” 328. Robert E. Lee Autograph Letter Signed. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page
both sides, 5 x 8, May 15, 1867. Addressed to Professor Socrates Maupin, a handwritten letter from Robert E. Lee as president of Washington College in Lexington, Virginia, in part: “I have been informed by the…Educational Association of VA that you, Genl Smith, & myself were appointed at their last meeting the Committee on ‘School Discipline.’ In the uncertainty of what was desired, upon consultation with Genl Smith, the accomp paper has been prepared, which is submitted to you for such suggestions, alterations, or substitution, as you may think best; & I beg that you will exercise the fullest latitude of judgment in the matter. Genl Smith is now absent. I have thought it prudent to attach my signature to the report even in its unfinished state. When prepared for presentation the signatures of the whole committee can be affixed. With my kindest regards to yourself & all your Faculty.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Amazing, uncommonly large portrait of General Sherman from 1887 329. William T. Sherman Signed Photograph. Tremendous 7 x 11.5 imperial bust portrait of William Tecumseh Sherman in a suit and bow tie, originally taken by Falk Studios of New York, signed in the lower portion of the image in black ink, “W. T. Sherman, General 1887.” Framed and in fine condition, with minor ink adhesion issues, and scattered tiny foxing to the lower half of the image.As the owner of Falk Studios, Benjamin ‘Jake’ Falk was the most reputable theatrical portraitist working in New York at the turn of the 20th century. The photographer used artificial light sources to create portraits considered to be the most dramatic images available. At the time Sherman signed this portrait, the former general had only been retired from army life for three years, was living in New York City, and was undoubtedly familiar with Falk and his work. It is likely that this image was signed during one of Sherman’s many visits to the New York theater scene, or via his role as a colorful speaker at one of the numerous dinners and banquets to which he had been invited. Starting Bid $200
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Custer appoints a corporal in the 7th Cavalry—the recoverer of the only Little Bighorn battle flag
330. George A. Custer Document Signed. Partly-
printed vellum DS, signed “G. A. Custer,” one page, 15.5 x 9.75, April 19, 1875. As commander of the 7th Cavalry at Fort Abraham Lincoln in the Dakota Territory, Lt. Col. Custer appoints Ferdinand A. Culbertson as a “Corporal in Company A of the Seventh Regiment of Cavalry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Custer and countersigned by W. W. Cooke. In very good to fine condition, with small holes along the central vertical fold, and Custer’s signature very light but fully legible.
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The countersignature by William Winer Cooke adds greatly to this document: Cooke, a member of the so-called ‘Custer Gang,’ was one of the commander’s most loyal men and remained so until the end, found by Custer’s side on the fields at Little Bighorn in 1876. The appointee, Ferdinand A. Culbertson, was still serving in the 7th Cavalry’s Company A during the Battle of the Little Bighorn and did not participate in the massacre. He is remembered for recovering the famed ‘Culbertson Guidon’ three days after the fight while part of a burial detail tasked with interring the dead American soldiers. Starting Bid $1000
‘I came through and I shall return’— MacArthur, a man of his word, returns to the Philippines in October 1944
332. Douglas MacArthur Signed Photograph. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 U.S. Army photograph of General MacArthur wading ashore Leyte Island in the Philippines in October 1944, signed neatly over his person in fountain pen. Reverse bears U.S. Army photo credit stamp, numbered “CC 349595.” In fine condition, with light creasing to the lower right corner. General Douglas MacArthur had been forced to evacuate the island of Corregidor in the Philippines in advance of encroaching Japanese forces in March 1942. Transported by PT-boat and fighter planes to southern Australia, the commander had
made an impassioned speech at the Terowie railway station on March 20, declaring, ‘I came through and I shall return.’ MacArthur did return to the Philippines in the fall of 1944. The General, who had been observing military actions from the cruiser U.S.S. Nashville moored in Leyte Gulf, took a landing craft towards the beach on the afternoon of October 20, 1944. The water was too shallow to bring the party completely ashore, so MacArthur, accompanied by an entourage of American and Philippine brass, waded through the 50 yards of silty water to the beach. Starting Bid $500
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Pray for peace, prepare for war— General Patton on combat, its history and cause, and how a powerful America remains “the one hope for a peaceful world”
333. George S. Patton Typed Manuscript Signed with Accompanying Typed Letter Signed. Significant
typed manuscript by George S. Patton, signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, sent by General Patton to Colonel F. D. Fitzgerald, chief of the Public Relations Division at the United States Forces headquarters, on October 12, 1945, six weeks after the unconditional surrender of Japan aboard the USS Missouri, an event that officially ended World War II. The compelling two-page statement consists of Patton’s opinion of warfare, why it occurs, why it’s necessary, and how future bloodshed can be prevented. The manuscript is accompanied by a typed cover letter, also signed by Patton, written on his personal Headquarters Fifteenth US Army letterhead. It reads: “In order to obviate the necessity of being constantly called up by correspondents to ascertain my feelings toward future wars, and of being misquoted when such feelings have been ascertained, I am herewith sending you a statement which you can give out as you see fit.”
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Patton’s statement, in part: “Wars are not the result of a set of logical circumstances. Almost invariably wars are produced through the efforts of a few unbalanced people who play on the many by exploiting thwarted ambitions and the emotions of avarice or revenge…My thesis is that had we been prepared, several of the wars we have engaged in would not have happened and all of them would have been much shorter and less bloody. I have studied and practised war all my life. Therefore I am utterly opposed to it but I am not an ostrich. I do not bury my head in the sands of wishful thinking. I am firmly convinced that we must have universal training because the one hope for a peaceful world is a powerful America and the only means of producing a powerful America is to initiate and maintain adequate means to instantly check aggressors. Unless we are so armed and prepared the next war will probably destroy us. No one who has lived in a destroyed country can view such a possibility with anything but horror.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
Nelson supports the Austrian advance against Bonaparte: “Our enemies should be convinced of the most perfect harmony subsisting between the Allies”
334. Horatio Nelson Letter Signed. LS, four pages
on two adjoining sheets, 8.25 x 12, no date but circa August 1795. Lengthy report in which Nelson, anchored near Genoa in support of the Austrian advance against Napoleon’s forces on the mainland, discusses his immediate plans. He has had a conversation with the Baron de Malcamp, nephew and aidede-camp to the Austrian general, Beaulieu: “I begged he would assure the General that my squadron had no object whatever but the co-operation with his army, and that wherever he came down on the sea coast…he would be sure to find me…Vado was the only place where our fleet could lay in safety, but as for my squadron all places would suit it…I had understood St. Giacomo was strongly fortified, and if 6 or 7000 men were to
be lost in getting it merely for the immediate possession of Vado Bay it was no object for us if the General chose to leave them to the eastward.” The Baron assured Nelson that “the General would send me a tableaux of his plan of operations, that the General desired… [that] the most perfect harmony would be kept up with me, and that from my character as well as from my exactness…he was assured all would go well for the common cause…[and] that our enemies should be convinced of the most perfect harmony subsisting between the Allies.” Neatly and boldly signed at the conclusion by Nelson. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light creasing. Starting Bid $300
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aviation and space
362. Charles Lindbergh Signed 1927 Dinner Program.
Vintage dinner program for a “Civic Dinner in honor of Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh,” held by the Albany Chamber of Commerce at the Hotel Ten Eyck in Albany, New York, on July 27, 1927, 9 x 12.5, signed inside on the opening page Underwood & Underwood portrait in fountain pen, “C. A. Lindbergh.” The program includes two table directories, which list Lindbergh seated at the “Speakers’ Table” with Governor Alfred E. Smith. In fine condition, with scattered stains to the covers, and the front bearing a hole to the upper right corner. On July 18, 1927, Lindbergh was promoted to the rank of colonel in the Air Corps of the Officers Reserve Corps of the U.S. Army. An appealing program with a handsome portrait of Lindbergh signed two months after his famous 1927 solo transatlantic flight. Starting Bid $200
Frangible nut used on the Space Shuttle Discovery during STS-103 367. STS-103 Flown Propellant Line Shear Frangible Nut. Both halves of a frangible nut from the External
Tank (ET) umbilical plate of Space Shuttle Discovery flown on STS-103, measuring approximately 1.75” x 2” x 1”, marked with part numbers: “SKD26100099-201, 11-93, 51998-00063-HRJ” and “S/N 066.” Frangible nuts are designed to be explosively split apart in order to sever mechanical connections, and are most well-known for their use in the jettison of Solid Rocket Boosters (SRB). This flown frangible nut, used on STS-103, is visually intriguing due to the ‘puzzle piece’ nature of the corresponding jagged edges. Originates from the collection of a retired NASAAstronaut and includes a signed letter of provenance. Starting Bid $200
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American flag carried to the moon during Apollo 11
366. Apollo 11 Flown Flag - From the Collection of Buzz Aldrin. Originating from the personal collection of Buzz
Aldrin—a flown 5.75 x 4.25 American flag carried to the moon during the Apollo 11 mission. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from David Van Zile, the son of Beverly Van Zile, Buzz Aldrin’s second wife, which reads: “This letter will serve to confirm that Col. Edwin E. (Buzz) Aldrin Jr. met my mother, Beverly Van Zile, in 1974. They were married in 1975, and I lived at home with them while attending college at U.C.L.A. During that time, Buzz, my stepfather, gave me many space memorabilia items from his personal collection, as well as giving a number of items to my mother, and my grandmother… including this 4˝ x 6˝ U.S. flag that was flown to the moon with Buzz aboard Apollo 11.” Starting Bid $5000
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art, architecture, and design Chagall comments on his original illustrations for La Fontaine’s Fables 405. Marc Chagall Typed Letter Signed. TLS in
French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, October 6, 1966. Letter concerning a color drawing for the Fables of La Fontaine, in part (translated): “I’m glad you own a work of mine. I do believe that it must be the original of a gouache that I did in its day, for Ambroise Vollard, for La Fontaine’s Fables. But, as it was not possible to reproduce this gouache in color, I then decided to do La Fontaine’s Fables in black and white.” In very good to fine condition, with light edge creasing, and staple holes and paperclip impressions to the upper left corner. Starting Bid $200
406. Keith Haring Signed ‘Safe Sex!’ Poster. Wonderful
color 27.25 x 29.5 poster of Keith Haring’s 1987 design “Safe Sex!,” which depicts a smiling cartoon penis holding a condom and pointing to the poster’s bold red banner, signed and inscribed vertically in black felt tip, “For Greg—K. Haring 88.” Lower portion bears Haring’s facsimile autograph. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with light creasing, some short edge tears, and overall rippling due to dampstaining to the upper right corner. The consignor notes that this poster was given out and then signed by Haring at a special AIDS benefit appearance at the NYC club The Limelight in 1988. Starting Bid $200
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Handsome mayor-certified Renoir nude 407. Pierre Auguste Renoir Signed Photograph. Fantastic matte-finish
6.5 x 10.75 photographic print of one of Renoir’s nude studies, affixed to a 9 x 11.5 mount, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Renoir.” Lower border also bears official certification stamps in French signed by the mayor of Cagnes-sur-Mer to authenticate Renoir’s signature, dated January 10, 1911. In fine condition. A nice example of a nude study by the celebrated Impressionist. Starting Bid $300
408. Auguste Rodin Signed Photograph. Scarce oversized
14 x 10.75 photo of one of Rodin’s great sculptures, signed in the lower right corner in ink, “Rodin.” In fine condition, with stains in the bottom border, and several short edge tears, all of which could be matted out. Starting Bid $200
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Exquisite handwritten letter by the 14-year-old Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, boasting a magnificent horse-and-carriage sketch
409. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec Autograph Letter Signed with Sketch. ALS in French, signed “Henri de
Toulouse-Lautrec,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6.5, circa August 1879. Handwritten letter to his great aunt, incorporating a detailed drawing of a carriage pulled by horses. The young artist describes with great wit his pilgrimage to Lourdes, and a stay in Barèges with his parents. Tragically, within a few days of writing this letter, Toulouse-Lautrec broke his right leg in Barèges, having already broken his left leg the previous year, leaving him with lifelong injuries. In part (translated): “We arrived last night after a very good trip, although a little hot...There was a baby who was also going to the pilgrimage and changing clothes from time to time who
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knocked over a large glass of wine. We have been several times to the grotto and we have not forgotten you… Sunday at vespers we sang very well and a good priest read us the story of a miracle, but he spoiled his speech by adding that since the event that took place last year the person who received the miracle had put on twenty pounds in weight…We left the next day at eight o’clock and arrived safely after several long hours spent in a horse-drawn coach.” At the bottom of the third page, Toulouse-Lautrec draws the coach. In very good to fine condition, with unobtrusive repairs to a tear, a fold, and the hinge. A superb letter boasting Toulouse-Lautrec’s scarce full signature, plus a remarkably detailed original sketch that demonstrates the burgeoning talents of the 14-year old artist. Starting Bid $1000
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Warhol and his iconic Marilyn
411. Andy Warhol Signed Poster of Marilyn Monroe. Original color 19.75 x 29.75 promotional poster for an Andy Warhol exhibition held at London’s Tate Gallery from February 17 to March 28, 1971, featuring an iconic image of the artist’s silkscreened Marilyn Monroe, entitled ‘Shot Sage Blue Marilyn,’ signed along the bottom in black felt tip, “Andy Warhol, London, 1971.” Printed by the Hillingdon Press. Framed and in very good to fine condition, with small holes to the upper left blank area.
The month of Monroe’s tragic death, Warhol, who had only just begun experimenting with the silkscreen process, decided to pay tribute to the late screen legend with a series of multicolored paintings. The basis of this image, and those that represent Warhol’s iconic ‘Marilyn Diptych,” derives from a publicity shot by Gene Korman for the 1953 film Niagara. A gorgeous vintage poster in its own right, this magnificent presentation piece finds Warhol signing one of his most identifiable and desirable subjects—the original silkscreen painting of ‘Shot Sage Blue Marilyn’ recently sold at auction for a record $195,000,000. Starting Bid $500
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Handwritten letter from Paris by the young “V. W. van Gogh,” addressing his love of literature 410. Vincent van Gogh Autograph Letter Signed.
Rare ALS in Dutch, signed “V. W. van Gogh,” one page both sides, 4 x 5.25, September 2, 1875. Handwritten letter to Egbert Borchers, his friend in The Hague. In part (translated): “Thank you for your letter which I received this morning & which pleased me. At Christmas I hope to come to Holland & if I can, straight to The Hague & we must make sure we don’t miss each other. I’m glad you still enjoy reading, that’s always good, at least reading such books as you read. I’m keeping it up, too; an employee in our business who is currently on vacation to Holland has just promised me to bring me a copy of ‘Motley, History of the 17 Provinces.’ As you know, I’m in Paris now, so I’ve been wandering quite a bit since we saw each other on my last day in The Hague & it’s as if that was quite a bit more than two years ago.” Addressed on the reverse in van Gogh’s hand. In fine condition, with minor clipping to two corner tips, affecting nothing. A rare and unusual variation of van Gogh’s signature, as most of his letters are signed with just his first name. Van Gogh worked for the art dealers Goupil & Cie in The Hague from July 1869 to May 1873, when he was transferred to London after completing his apprenticeship. Goupil was one of Europe’s most renowned fine art dealers, and also a publisher of prints and engravings. At the young age of twenty, Vincent was earning a fine living with a salary higher than his
father’s. During this period, he learned a great deal about the art market, the old masters, and contemporary art. When his younger brother Theo took a position with Goupil, Vincent excitedly wrote to him: ‘I am very happy that you work in the same firm. It is such a splendid house; the more one works there, the more ambition it gives you.’ At the time he wrote this letter, Vincent had been transferred to Goupil’s Paris branch. There, he became increasingly religiously fervent and grew resentful of issues such as the degree to which the firm commodified art. His increasingly poor performance resulted in his dismissal in January 1876, just four months after the present letter. Stricken by poverty in the ensuing years, van Gogh finally picked up a paintbrush in 1880, some five years after he penned this epistle. A primary topic in this letter is van Gogh’s love of literature—an insatiable reader, he counted Dickens, Zola, Shakespeare, and Maupassant among his favorite authors. He often commented on his reading in letters to his brother Theo, providing insight into his bookish diversions. Vincent’s favorite books guided his thoughts, defined his worldview, and influenced his art. A recent study of his reading, Vincent’s Books: Van Gogh and the Writers Who Inspired Him by Mariella Guzzoni, was published in 2020. Starting Bid $20000
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Wright to the Met’s lead baritone, seeking musical counsel for his daughter, “She is a Debussy fan” 412. Frank Lloyd Wright Typed Letter Signed Twice. TLS signed
twice as “Frank” and “F. LL. W.,” one page, 11 x 8.5, Taliesin letterhead, January 22 (1942). Letter to actor and opera singer Lawrence Tibbett, who was the lead baritone with the New York Metropolitan Opera from 1923 to 1950. In part: “My youngest and very dear daughter Iovanna...has been studying the harp...I would like to have her talk music with you...She is going about just a little...to musical events—opera occasionally—she is a Debussy fan.” Another hand has added at the top, “Tickets for opera?” In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Starting Bid $200
413. Zao Wou-Ki Autograph Letter Signed. CALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, April 19, 1961. Handwritten letter by Zao Wou-Ki, in part (translated): “I hope that we’ll have better days soon. As you asked me for the sketch of my studio: I don’t have the architect’s drawing. I hope my sketch will be of some use to you. Thank you again for your kind intention to lend me your loft.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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literature Scarce signed portrait of the Peter Pan author 429. James M. Barrie Signed Photograph. Scarce mattefinish 4.25 x 6 photo of Barrie in a near-profile pose, affixed to a 5.75 x 7.75 mount, boldly signed in ink on the mount in ink, “Yours truly, J. M. Barrie.” Displayed in an old wooden frame and in fine condition. The Peter Pan author remains quite scarce in signed photographs. Starting Bid $200
Rare portrait of “the animal as he was” 430. Ambrose Bierce Signed Photograph with Handwritten Note. American writer (1842–c.1914) best known for
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his vivid short stories (including the classic ‘An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge’) and his satirical ‘The Devil’s Dictionary.’ In 1913, while traveling with Pancho Villa’s troops during the Mexican Revolution, Bierce disappeared; his ultimate fate remains a mystery. Rare matte-finish 4 x 5.5 photo of the author by Prince of Washington, D.C., affixed to its original 6 x 8 mount, signed on the mount in ink, “Ambrose Bierce—1896,” and signed and inscribed on the reverse, “Dear Mr. Messinger, This is the animal as he was—I’ve no picture of him as he is. Sincerely yours, A.B., Washington, D., November 24, 1908.” In fine condition, with a few light scuffs on the reverse. Bierce is extremely rare in signed photos, this being an extraordinary example. Starting Bid $200
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Delightful letter archive from one of the world’s most celebrated fiction writers
More images avilable online at www.RRAuction.com 431. Agatha Christie Archive of (14) Letters. Archive of 14 letters and greeting cards sent by esteemed English writer Agatha Christie to noted art restorer and conservator Carroll Snow Wales, whom the author had met when her husband, prominent British archeologist Max Mallowan, collaborated with Wales on a 1957 excavation in Nimrud, Iraq. Christie and Wales became good friends and remained in touch for the remainder of their lives, often sending each other warm greetings on their shared birthdate—they were both born on September 15th, with Christie 27 years his senior. Dating between 1962 and 1972, the correspondence contains 11 ALSs, one ANS, one TLS, and one signed greeting card, with Christie signing off either as “Agatha,” “Agatha Mallowan,” “Max & Agatha,” or “Agatha
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and Max Mallowan.” While much of the letter content consists of pleasantries, planned visits, and reciprocated birthday and holiday wishes, Christie includes other fascinating bits related to her friends, health, exotic travels, and final publications. Also included is a handwritten letter from Mallowan, five vintage photos of Christie and Mallowan from an archeological trip, three vintage photos of Christie posing with Wales in her garden, and an original ‘In Memoriam’ program for Christie. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a notarized letter of provenance from Philip Wright, a close friend of Wales, who was given this archive prior to the latter’s passing in 2007. Starting Bid $500
432. Stephen Crane Signature. Scarce ink
signature, “Yours sincerely, Stephen Crane, Athens May 11, 1897,” on an off-white 6.5 x 4.75 sheet with an affixed portrait of the author. Archivally doublematted and framed to an overall size of 13.5. x 12. In fine condition, with scattered stray ink marks in the lower blank area. Given his tragic death at the age of 28, all autograph material from Crane remains rare and highly sought. Starting Bid $200
Dick comments on Christianity and his VALIS vision: “I have an equation between the concept ‘Gnosticism’ and ‘access key to the retrieval of information from a vast information-retrieval system that is the universe’”
433. Philip K. Dick Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Love, Phil,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, October 2, 1981. Letter to science
fiction author Patricia Warrick, in part: “I just now realized something, out of nowhere; it just simply came to me...all at once I have an equation between the concept ‘Gnosticism’ and ‘access key to the retrieval of information from a vast informationretrieval system that is the universe’; if indeed the universe is, as I say in my September 30th letter, ‘an information retrieval system,’ look sat the elevation thereby of the concept of ontological status of knowing, of the gnosis itself as the essence, the very basis, of what the system (which is to say Christianity) is all about.” In fine condition, with a small stain to the first page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 79
Striking oversized 1858 signed portrait of Charles Dickens hard at work
434. Charles Dickens Signed Photograph. Magnificent
large 5.5 x 7.5 albumen portrait of Dickens taken by Herbert Watkins of London in 1858, affixed to its original 9.5 x 11.25 mount, signed on the mount in ink, “Charles Dickens.” Also bears an ink collector’s notation to the lower left, “This Portrait belonged to Albert Smith and was bought at the sale of his widow’s effects, June 1870.” Nicely mounted and framed. In
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very good to fine condition, with restoration to the edges of the mount, and general light overall irregular toning. Albert Richard Smith was an author and lecturer who adapted two of Dickens’s works for the stage, The Cricket on the Hearth (1845) and The Battle of Life (1846). A simply remarkable example of a Dickens signed photo, rarely found in such a large size. Starting Bid $1000
Dickens declines a dinner invite: “I have a family party at Gad’s Hill” 435. Charles Dickens Autograph Letter Signed. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Office of All the
Year Round letterhead, June 18, 1863. Handwritten letter to Emma Pender, the second wife of Sir John Pender, a Scottish textile merchant, politician, and submarine communications cable pioneer, in full: “ I regret exceedingly that I cannot have the pleasure of dining with yourself and Mr. Pender on Sunday. But I have a family party at Gad’s Hill, and I shall have Mr. Fechter there too. I am singularly unfortunate when you invite me. Pray let me thank you on behalf of my son, who I am sure will be much gratified by your kind remembrance.” In fine condition. Charles Albert Fechter (1824-1879) was an actor and playwright who Dickens first saw perform in 1856 and thought him one of the finest actors of his generation. The pair were close friends in the 1860s. Starting Bid $200
436. Charles Dickens Signed Check. Coutts & Company bank check, 7 x 3, filled out and signed by Charles Dickens, payable to Ms. Ring for £10.12, April 7, 1862. Double-matted with a photo to an overall size of 10.25 x 14. 5. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing and staining. Starting Bid $200
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Outstanding Elliott & Fry portrait signed by the Sherlock Holmes author 437. Arthur Conan Doyle Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of the author in a handsome head-and-shoulders pose by Elliott & Fry, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Arthur Conan Doyle.” In fine condition, with irregular light silvering to the perimeter of the image. An outstanding autographed portrait of the Sherlock Holmes creator. Starting Bid $300
Handwritten draft combining two of Zane Grey’s classic baseball stories 438. Zane Grey Autograph Manuscript Signed. Autograph manuscript
draft of a short story in pencil, titled and signed at the head, “Old Well-Well by Zane Grey,” 26 pages, 8 x 12.5, with the first two pages indeed comprising the opening of the story ‘Old Well-Well,’ and the remainder for the story ‘The Winning Ball,’ two of Grey’s classic baseball tales. The manuscript begins: “He bought a ticket at the twenty-five cent window, and edging his huge bulk through the turn-stile, laboriously followed the noisy crowd toward the bleachers. I could not have been mistaken. He was Old Well-Well, famous from Boston to Baltimore as the greatest baseball fan in the East. His singular yell had pealed into the ears of five hundred thousand worshippers of the national game and would never be forgotten.” The pages are numbered 1–24, with additional insertions numbered 171⁄2 and 221⁄2. In overall fine condition, with light staining to the left edges of some of the pages. Starting Bid $200
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Immense signed portrait of Victor Hugo, quite possibly one of the largest extant
439. Victor Hugo Signed Oversized Photograph. Massive vintage sepia 10.25 x 14.5 photo of Victor Hugo by the Walery Studio of Paris, affixed to the original 18.5 x 24 studio mount, which is signed and inscribed in black ink, “A ma bonne Virginie Noel, Victor Hugo.” In very good to fine condition, with light toning, scattered foxing, and dings and tears to the edges, which could be matted out if desired. An impressive oversized portrait of the French scribe—given how the majority of Hugo signed photographs are reserved to the carte-de-visite format, this large example looms as a most unusual and desirable piece. Starting Bid $500
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Amid his own troubles, Poe extends his condolences to a fellow writer: “For sorrows such as this there is no consolation but in unrestrained grief”
440. Edgar Allan Poe Autograph Letter Signed. Rare ALS signed “Edgar A. Poe,” one page, 7.75 x 9.75, August 24, 1846. Addressed from New York, a handwritten letter to writer Frederick William Thomas, who, from 1841 until 1850, worked as a clerk in the United States Department of the Treasury in Washington, D.C., for which he selected a library. The letter, in full: “I send the MS. to the address you desire—all of it not published in the ‘Broadway Journal.’ Should you wish copies of the portion published, I think I may be able to find them. You make no allusion in your letter to the subject of your last, and I have misgivings that you may not have received the reply which I promptly and cordially sent. My reason for fearing this is first, that you say nothing, and, secondly that I trusted my letter to the driver of the stage which passed my door—I then
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lived out of town 5 miles on the Bloomingdale road. I am a neglectful correspondent, because I am often out of my wits through a press of business, but I should be grieved were you to think that in a matter of so much importance I had failed you. I dare not say one word, dear friend, on the final topic of your letter just received. For sorrows such as this there is no consolation but in unrestrained grief. May God bless you.” The “final topic” to which Poe refers is the tragic death of Thomas’s sister and her two children, who were all killed in an accident on their return home from India. The reverse of the second integral page is hand-addressed by Poe, who adds his initials to the lower left, “E. A. P.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an export certificate from the French Ministry of Culture. Starting Bid $10000
Tolstoy signs the St. Petersburg edition of Master and Man, one of his great short stories
441. Leo Tolstoy Signed Book. Signed book in Russian: Khozyain and rabotnik (Master and Man). St. Petersburg: 1895. Paperback with blue leather slipcase, 3.5 x 5.75, 152 pages. Signed on the half-title page in crisp black ink, “Leo Tolstoy, 22 October 1895.” The publication bears the original wrappers with an attractive frontispiece of Tolstoy and a set of 15 text illustrations. Autographic condition: fine, with scattered light foxing. Book condition: VG-/None, with a band of toning to the front wrapper, wear and some splitting to the spine, and light foxing to textblock; most pages are uncut at the top of the unread volume.
Provenance: The Russian Literature Collection of Walter Nelson. This St. Petersburg edition was published on March 10, 1895, five days after the story first appeared in Moscow. The work remains one of Tolstoy’s great short stories: a tale of tragedy about the transformation that takes place when one encounters death. The volume quickly attained popularity, resulting in several editions in Russia, as well as translations into English, French, and German that same year. Published works signed by the great Leo Tolstoy are virtually unobtainable, with this beautifully signed example, contained in its original wrappers, representing the first our company has offered. Starting Bid $1000
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442. Jules Verne Autograph Letter Signed. ALS in French, one page, 4.25 x 5.25, no date. Handwritten letter to Count Adolf Friedrich von Schack in thanks for his book, referring to his friend and publisher Hetzel. In part (translated): “My dear sir, on my return from a little trip, I found the charming volume you sent me. Yes definitely, I will read it. I’ve even already started and I would only enjoy going to the end. Let our Hetzel speak. I thank you now for the pleasure that your sending gives me, I will thank you later for the pleasure that provide the very noble is very valiant Helidor.” In fine condition, with some light creasing. Starting Bid $200
Rare signed oversized portrait of the Native Son novelist 443. Richard Wright Signed Photograph. Influential African-American author (190–-1960) whose work often addressed race relations in the United States Scarce oversized vintage glossy 10.5 x 13.5 photo of the author in a contemplative pose, signed and inscribed in bold purple fountain pen, “To—S. Martens, Sincerely yours, Richard Wright, Paris, Oct. 16, 1948.” Reverse bears a Barney Cole credit stamp. In very good condition, with overall creasing, heaviest at the edges. Wright is rare in signed photos, especially of this size. Starting Bid $200
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music Scarce musical quote from Berlioz’s opera comique Béatrice et Bénédict, inspired by William Shakespeare
478. Hector Berlioz Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. AMQS on an off-white 9.5 x 6.5 sheet, signed and inscribed in ink, “A Madame Damcke, (Duo de Beatrice et Benedict), H. Berlioz, Paris, 30 Juin 1862.” Berlioz neatly pens nine bars of music from his opera comique Béatrice et Bénédict, adding the lyrics below: “Nuit pai-sible et se-rei-ne, La lune douce rei-ne qui plane en souri-ant.” Matted to an overall size of 12.5 x 10; reverse bears a musical quotation in another hand. In fine condition. Berlioz wrote the French libretto for Béatrice et Bénédict himself, based generally on a subplot from Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. It was first performed at the opening of the Theater Baden-Baden on August 9, 1862, some three months after he penned the quote offered here. Starting Bid $300
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Remarkable musical manuscript by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, featuring four complete canons
481. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Handwritten Musical Manuscript. Handwritten musical manuscript by celebrated
Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 11.25 x 8.25, [Bologna, July/ August 1770, or Salzburg, from a later period]. The significant manuscript contains four complete canon compositions (each with theme and interpretation), as well as the theme of one other canon, all of them with autograph texts. The manuscript features: a three-part canon titled “Canon ad duodecimam: clama ne cesses” on the first page, with counterpart, set to “Confitebor tibi Domine,” 8 bars. Below, titled “Canon ad diapente, Diapason et Diapason diapente”, a 4-part canon, set to “Cano peana magnum Deu[m] appollinem,” 5 bars. A 9-part canon on pages 2 and 3, set to “A musi[s] heliconiadibus incipiamus canere,” 17 bars, with the voices following one bar at a time. A 3-part canon on page 4, set to the words “in cipe menalios mecum,” 15 bars. Below, the theme of another canon, titled “Canon. Ter voce ciemus” with the addition “Voce ter insonuit,” set to “Tebana bella cantus Troiana cantat alter,” as well as their reversal “Troiana cantat alter Tebana bella cantus.” The Köchel catalogue (6th ed., 1964) lists the first canon at nr. 73r (3) in a differing version, the second canon isn’t mentioned, the third and fourth appear at nr. 73x (13 and 14), the fifth canon is part of nr. 73r (4).
Regarding nr. 73x, the Köchel catalogue reports that “when Leopold and Wolfgang were in Bologna in summer 1770, Padre Martini presented them with the first two volumes of his three-volume history of music [“Storia della musica”], of volume two probably merely with the plates…Wolfang was presumably more attracted to the artistic canonic structures than to the scholarly text. Dissolving them was likely part of his education with Padre Martini. Whether all of the manuscripts originate from that time remains unclear” [transl.]. It’s possible that Mozart reengaged himself in the canons at a later point in his life as well. The first canon appears to be modelled on Martini’s canon I/67, canons two and three resembling canon II/1. The themes of the fifth canon exactly correspond to the vignette from the “Storia della Musica” II/41. From the collection of Aloys Fuchs in Vienna, who combined the 14 canonic studies, mentioned in the Köchel catalogue at nr. 73x, to an anthology (the manuscript of the first 12 studies was sold in 1958 by J. A. Stargardt). Later sold again by J. A. Stargardt in 1970 (with reproductions of pages 2 and 3 in their original size on folding plates). In fine condition, with traces of stitching on the left edge and a small repaired tear to the margin of the last page. Starting Bid $25000
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479. Claude Debussy Signature. Important French composer
(1862-1918) whose colorful, evocative works, particularly those for keyboard and for orchestra, exemplified the ‘impressionist’ style, and whose innovative use of harmonic and instrumental resources was a seminal influence on the emerging language of twentieth-century music. Uncommon pencil signature, “Claude Debussy, 1 Fev. 08,” on an offwhite 4 x 2 slip. Handsomely double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 13.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
480. Edvard Grieg Signed Photograph. Important Norwegian composer and pianist (1843-1907) whose works, often with a strong nationalistic flavor, include such repertory staples as the ‘Piano Concerto in A minor,’ the incidental music to Peer Gynt, and the ‘Holberg Suite.’ Uncommon vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo of the composer, nicely signed in ink, “Edvard Greig.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Extraordinary handwritten six-page songbook by Niccolo Paganini, dedicated to his only pupil
482. Niccolo Paganini Autograph Musical Manuscript. Significant autograph musical manuscript by
Niccolo Paganini, seven pages on four sheets, 11.5 x 8.75, titled and signed on the cover sheet by Paganini with a dedication to his only pupil, Camillo Sivori: “No. 6. Cantabili, con minuetti a Valtzer, par Violin, con accompagnamento di Chitarra, Viola, e Violoncello—dedicati al bravo ragazzino Sigr. Camillo Sivori, de Nicola Paganini.” On each of the following pages, Paganini pens six short works for violin, with accompanying parts for
guitar, viola, or cello. Below his dedication on the cover sheet is an annotation by violinist Romeo Franzoni, dated 1929, presenting the manuscript to a fellow music professor after having it in his possession for twenty years. In very good to fine condition, with overall soiling and light foxing. Any of Paganini’s handwritten works are tremendously desirable; this is a complete, lengthy manuscript dedicated to his only known student, making it a remarkable treasure. Starting Bid $1000
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Scarce signature of the renowned Franz Schubert, presented by a prominent French artist
(shown larger than actual size) 483. Franz Schubert Signature. Prodigious Austrian composer (1797–1828) whose vast oeuvre comprised over 600 secular vocal works (mainly lieder), seven complete symphonies, sacred music, operas, incidental music, and a large body of piano and chamber music. Known only to a relatively small circle of admirers in Vienna during his lifetime, Schubert’s international renown grew immensely in the decades after his death at the age of 31. Incredibly rare and highly sought-after ink signature, “Franz Schubert,” dated 1821, on an off-white 5.25 x 3 slip featuring a bouquet of flowers and
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a four-line poem. Mounted and framed to an overall size of 10.75 x 8.75, with a presentation inscription on a page affixed to the frame’s backing by French artist Ferdinand Bac. Bac writes, in full (translated): “Autograph of F. Schubert. To Mr. and Mrs. de Saint-Martin I offer this modest relic as a witness to my admiration and my gratitude, Ferdinand Bac, 26th June 1937.” The illegitimate nephew of the Emperor Napoleon, Bac was a prolific cartoonist known for his caricatures and a prominent admirer of Schubert’s music. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
Verdi pens a passage from his grand opera ‘The Sicilian Vespers’
484. Giuseppe Verdi Autograph Musical Quotation Signed. AMQS on an off-white 5.5 x 2.75 slip, dated and signed at the conclusion in ink, “Paris, 12 Mai 1855, G. Verdi.” Verdi pens nine bars of music in a three-stave system from his grand opera ‘Les vêpres siciliennes [The Sicilian Vespers].’ In fine condition. Verdi’s opera would premiere at the Paris Opera one month later on June 13, 1855. The work followed immediately after Verdi’s three great mid-career masterpieces, Rigoletto, Il trovatore, and La traviata of 1850–1853. Starting Bid $500
485. Leonard Bernstein Signed Photograph with Musical Quotation from West Side Story. Glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Leonard
Bernstein in profile, signed below in blue felt tip, “Every good wish—Leonard Bernstein,” who adds two bars of music from the West Side Story song ‘Maria.’ In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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“You’d better dance, little lady! Dance, little man! Dance wherever you can!” 486. Ira Gershwin Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 10 x 8
photo of Gershinw hard at work on a musical score, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Sy Kessler, From ‘Shall We Dance,’ ‘Life is short; we’re growing older, / Don’t you be an alsoran. / You’d better dance, little lady! Dance, little man! / Dance wherever you can!’ Ira Gershwin.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. A warm and fantastic inscription from the celebrated American songwriter. Starting Bid $200
Jazz legends featuring Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, and the Adderleys 487. Jazz Legends Autograph Books (90+ Signatures). Three vintage 5 x 3 autograph albums
containing over 90 signatures of jazz legends, mostly single-sided, all identified and dated by the original collector, ranging from 1960 to 1964. Gerry Mulligan, Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington, Cootie Williams, Elvin Jones, McCoy Tyner, Jimmy Garrison, Connie Kay, Milt Jackson, Percy Heath, Lalo Schifrin, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, Maynard Ferguson, Louis Bellson, Count Basie, Roy Brooks, Horace Silver, Blue Mitchell, Don Byas, Benny Carter, Stan Getz, Cándido, Herb Ellis, Harry Carney, Louis Hayes, Julian ‘Cannonball’ Adderley, Nat Adderley, Ron Carter, and Sam Jones. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Spectacular signed oversized portrait of the ‘Show Boat’ composer 488. Jerome Kern Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.75 portrait of Kern playing his piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Charles Miller for his unfailing patience, kindness, and help to and from his friend Jerome Kern, January 1939,” with a small medal sketched to the left of the inscription. In fine condition, with irregular light silvering to the edges. Kern is very scarce in signed photos and this example is certainly the finest we have encountered. Starting Bid $200
489. Patsy Cline Signed Photograph. Uncommon vintage
glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Cline in Western attire, signed in fountain pen, “Sincerely your friend, Patsy Cline.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing, a chip to the right border, and a smudge to her first name traced over in an unknown hand. Starting Bid $200
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Show-stopping Beatles signature display
491. Beatles Signature Display. Glorious Beatles display of early 1960s ballpoint autographs, “John Lennon,” “George Harrison, xx” and “Paul McCartney, xxx,” and “Beatles, Ringo Starr,” who adds his own version of Lennon’s signature below, on three multi-colored album pages ranging in size from 3.25 x 2.5 to 3.5 x 3.5. The signed pages are impressively double-matted alongside an attractive array of Beatles recordings, trading cards (with facsimile autographs), and a large photo of the band with Ed Sullivan, all of which are framed together to an overall size of 45.5 x 44. In overall very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold, and corner tape stains, to the Ringo signature. The records are included (housed in their original sleeves), as is the original autograph book from which the signatures were removed. A terrifically large signature display that captures the enormity of Beatlemania. Starting Bid $1000
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Rare ‘Lost Weekend’ letter from Lennon during production of Walls and Bridges—”elton came and sang (and played great piano/organ)...its ruff, but cooks! hes some musician old elton j”
492. Beatles: John Lennon Typed Letter Signed with Self Portrait Sketch. TLS signed “John,” with added
self-portrait sketch, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 1, 1974. Letter sent to Native American guitarist Jesse Ed Davis, who played on his fifth studio album Walls and Bridges, in part (spelling and grammar retained): “elton came and sang (and played great piano/organ) on ‘whatever gets you through the night.’ i used the original take by the way, we never played it as well again. its ruff, but cooks! hes some musician old elton j!...i remains, all over the place, love from me and de nurse, yer
old paleface, kaptain kundalini, better known as d. r winston o’boogie, or the very rev fred gherkin, or not…say hi to billy from us and julian.” Lennon adds the date to the upper right corner in his own hand. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by the original Apple mailing envelope that Lennon has addressed in his own hand. Letters from Lennon remain uncommon and highly sought, with this example all the more interesting given its various associations to the production of his fifth studio album Walls and Bridges. Starting Bid $1000
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490. Beatles Signatures.
Circa 1960s vintage autograph book, 4.75 x 4, signed inside by the Beatles on the same page in ballpoint by John Lennon, Ringo Starr, George Harrison, and Paul McCartney. The book also contains the signatures of Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas, the Karl Dever Trio, Joe Brown, Mike Pender, and the Tornadoes. Collector’s notation dates the signatures to the Gaumont Cinema in Worcester, England, on September 4, 1963, part of a four-night mini-tour promoted by John Smith during which the Beatles were paid £250 per night. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $1000
493. Beatles: Paul McCartney Signed Oversized Photograph.
Color semi-glossy 10.25 x 15.5 page from the tour book for McCartney’s 1989 - 1990 World Tour, signed prominently in black felt tip, “All the best! Paul McCartney.” Double-matted to an overall size of 13.5 x 18.75. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Starting Bid $200
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494. Beatles: Paul McCartney Signed Album. Vinyl pressing of the 1988 Paul
McCartney album CHOBA B CCCP, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with light scuffing, and a couple of small stains. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient: “I…met Sir Paul McCartney in 2005 and he very kindly signed various items for me two of which were, my two albums ‘Unplugged’ & ‘CHOBA B CCCP’ commonly known as ‘The Russian album’ I can confirm that this statement is true and these signatures are authentic.” Starting Bid $200
495. Beatles: Paul McCartney Signed Lithograph. Extremely rare 2018 ‘Cavern Live’
promotional lithograph, 11.5 x 11.5, signed in silver ink, “All the best, Paul McCartney,” who signed just 100 of these lithographs to be given away as competition prizes after his historic concert at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, which took place on July 26, 2018. Archivally triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.25 x 19.25. In fine condition, with two small creases in the bottom blank area. Starting Bid $200
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496. David Bowie and the King Bees Signatures.
Super early circa 1964 red ballpoint signatures of David Bowie using his given name, “Best Wishes, Davie Jones,” and of his King Bees bandmates, “George Underwood,” “Best wishes, Roger Bluck,” “Best wishes, F. Howard,” and “Best wishes, Bobby Allen, xx.,” on the reverse of an off-white 8.5 x 4 segment of a concert flyer. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, creasing, and tape stains, none of which adversely affect Bowie’s early signature. Encapsulated in a PSA/DNA authentication holder. The 17-year-old David Bowie released his debut single, ‘Liza Jane,’ with the King Bees in 1964, leaving the group just a month later to join the Manish Boys. Starting Bid $200
Bob Dylan signs for a Hearts of Fire crew member
497. Bob Dylan Signed Photograph and ‘Hearts of Fire’ Ephemera. Unique archive of material from the produc-
tion of the 1987 musical drama Hearts of Fire, which starred Bob Dylan as a reclusive rock star. The highlight is a satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Dylan posing on set with the cast and crew, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Simon, best wishes, Bob Dylan, 11/3/86.” Reverse bears a David Appleby credit stamp. In fine condition, with minor mounting remnants to reverse of the signed photo. Additional items include: two identical satin-finish 7 x 10 photos of co-star Fiona Flanagan playing a mandolin, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Simon, Bob wouldn’t sign mine… Thank you so much, I hope we work together again and again, xx, Fiona, Hearts ‘86” and “To Alan, It’s always the magic hour with you babe, xx, Fiona, 11/86”; two identical satinfinish 7 x 10 photos of Rupert Everett, signed and inscribed in silver ink, “Alan, with love and many thanks for making me look much nicer than I am, Love, Rupert” and “To Lynda and Simon, love & thanks, Rupert”; three possibly unreleased photos taken on set; and a ceramic Chelsea Pottery plate gifted to crew members by director Richard Marquand, reading: “Hearts of Fire, Thank You, 1986.” One of the photos signed by Everett has a small crease near his face. Starting Bid $500 100 |
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Dylan’s landmark heartbreak album, nicely signed in silver
498. Bob Dylan Signed Album. Blood on the Tracks album signed on the front cover in silver ink by Bob Dylan. In fine to very fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL and a letter of provenance from Dylan’s manager, Jeff Rosen. Many critics consider Blood on the Tracks to be Dylan’s finest work. With songs like ‘Tangled Up In Blue’ and ‘Shelter from the Storm,’ it is a gut-wrenching account of the dissolution of his marriage. Dylan has denied that the songs on the album are autobiographical, but it’s impossible not to hear his pain on tracks like ‘You’re a Big Girl Now’ and ‘If You See Her, Say Hello.’ The common thread throughout is the pain that comes when love dies. Blood on the Tracks endures as one of Dylan’s most honest and heartfelt recordings. Starting Bid $500
499. Fleetwood Mac Signed 1970 Program. Original
program from The Aquae Sulis Incidentals concert held at the Bath City Football Club on May 23, 1970, 7 x 9.5, 12 pages, signed inside on their centerfold band page in blue ballpoint by Fleetwood Mac—Mick Fleetwood, Peter Green, Danny Kirwan, and John McVie—as well as by Christine Perfect and Dave Bidwell of Chicken Shack. Perfect would go on to marry McVie and join Fleetwood Mac as a band member. This was Green’s last UK appearance with the group. In fine condition, with light handling wear, and the page no longer attached by top staple. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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Obscured by Clouds signed in full by Pink Floyd 500. Pink Floyd Signed Album.
Obscured by Clouds album by Pink Floyd, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip by David Gilmour, Nick Mason, Richard Wright, and Roger Waters. In very fine condition. The record is not included. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from REAL and JSA. A desirable and uncommon signed Pink Floyd album. Starting Bid $500
501. Queen Signatures. Ballpoint signatures from Queen—“To Pam, Best wishes, Freddie Mercury,” “Roger Taylor, Queen ‘86, x,” “John Deacon,” and “Brian May”—on an off-white 8.25 x 11.75 sheet. In very good to fine condition, with overall light creasing. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, a security guard at Victoria Dock in London in 1986. Queen may have been rehearsing in the area for their 1986 ‘Magic’ Tour. Starting Bid $300
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Complete set early of Stones sigs
502. Rolling Stones Signatures. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman on a beige 6.75 x 4.5 album page; Jones and Richards add inscriptions to “Linda,” and Richards also signs Bill Wyman’s name—perhaps before the bassist had signed. In fine condition, with a minor tape stain to the lower left corner. Starting Bid $200
A signature and hair strand from head and hand of the Rolling Stones guitarist 503. Rolling Stones: Keith Richards Signature and Hair Strand. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Love, Keith Richard,” on
an off-white 4 x 4.25 album page with a taped-down strand of Richards’s hair. Collector’s notation dates the autograph and the hair strand to outside the Rolling Stones fan club offices in July 1965. In very good to fine condition, with light soiling and toning, and old tape holding the single hair in place. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
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504. Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 Epic Records publicity photo of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble, signed in black felt tip by the legendary guitarist, “Stevie Ray Vaughan.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by some email correspondence indicating that the photo was signed for a DJ during a 1984 radio interview at WNYU in New York. Starting Bid $200
505. The Who: Keith Moon Signed Album. Two Sides of the Moon album by Keith Moon, who has signed prominently inside the open window in black ballpoint. In very good to fine condition, with creasing and staining to the album sleeve, not affecting the area signed by Moon at all. The record is included. A scarce signed copy of Moon’s only solo album. Starting Bid $200
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Autograph and hair strand from The Who’s drummer 506. The Who: Keith Moon Signature and Hair Strand. Vintage ballpoint signature of The Who’s Keith
Moon on an orange 4.5 x 4 album page with an affixed magazine clipping and a taped-down strand of Moon’s hair. Collector’s notation dates the autograph and the hair strand to the Stratford Town Hall on May 16, 1965. In fine condition, with old tape holding the single hair in place. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Jackson writes to the “MTV Gang,” thanking all that “were involved with ‘THRILLER’” 507. Michael Jackson Typed Letter Signed. TLS signed “Love, Michael Jackson,” one page, 8.5 x 11, May 25, 1983. Brief letter to the “MTV Gang,” in full: “On behalf of all that were involved with ‘THRILLER,’ we love you and many thanks.” In very good to fine condition, with light overall creasing, and staple holes to the upper left corner.
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Released in 1982, Thriller is widely considered one of the greatest and most influential pop albums of all time. When the iconic title song’s nearly 14-minutelong music video aired on MTV on December 2, 1983, the video not only boosted the album’s music sales by an additional million copies a week, it greatly elevated viewership on MTV, which recorded audience figures 10 times the norm after each broadcast. Starting Bid $300
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509. Amy Winehouse Signed CD Booklet. CD Booklet for the Amy Winehouse single ‘In My Bed / You Sent Me Flying,’ signed on the front in blue felt tip, “Amy, x.” In fine condition. The CD is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
508. Amy Winehouse Signed Promo Card. Sought-after color 5.75 x 4 promo card for Amy Winehouse’s nine-date tour of the United Kingdom in November 2006, signed in black felt tip, “Amy, x.” The reverse features an advertisement for her multi-Grammy-winning album Back to Black. In fine condition, with some slight ink adhesion trouble. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
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entertainment
559. Marlon Brando Document Signed. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, August 20, 1956. Letter from Twentieth Century-Fox Film to Marlon Brando affirming the cancellation and withdrawal of a request for him to report to studio on August 13, 1956 “to commence rendition of your services in connection with the second motion picture to be produced during the term of your Employment Agreement with us dated August 12, 1951.” Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint by Brando. In very good to fine condition, with creasing along the right edge, and a faint block of toning over the faded text at the top. Starting Bid $200
560. Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, and Douglas Fairbanks Signatures. Vintage
hardcover autograph album, 7.25 x 5, signed inside on a single page in fountain pen by Charlie Chaplin, Mary Pickford, and Douglas Fairbanks, Sr., with the date of May 21, 1931, added in another hand. Additional signatories in the volume include Prime Minister David Lloyd George, Houdini’s manager Harry Day, illustrator J. F. Horrabin, and several Members of Parliament: Leslie Hore-Belisha, David Lewis Davies, James D. Cassels, Abraham Lyons, Reginald Purbrick, John Roland Robinson, and Adrian Moreing. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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561. Montgomery Clift Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Montgomery Clift with his arms folded as a young actor, signed in red fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing, pinholes to the top corners, and poor-to-moderate signature contrast against his dark jacket. Starting Bid $200
562. Judy Garland Signed Album. A Star Is Born album
signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by Judy Garland. In very good to fine condition, with edge creasing and some delamination to the front cover, and a small rectangular stain to the back cover. The record is included. A delightful signed album related to Garland’s famous Oscar-nominated role. Starting Bid $200
563. Gone With the Wind: Vivien Leigh Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Vivien Leigh in her iconic role as Scarlett O’Hara in the 1939 classic Gone With the Wind, signed nicely in fountain pen. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed borders. Starting Bid $200
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564. Audrey Hepburn Signed Photograph. Glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Hepburn as Ariane Chavasse for the 1957 film Love in the Afternoon, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Gregory, thank you, Audrey Hepburn.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, pen trouble forcing Audrey to go over the first few letters of the inscription, and a faint bluish discoloration to her neck and chest. The consignor notes that the autograph was obtained in New York City when she was staying at the Pierre Hotel for the filming of one of her last films, They All Laughed, in 1980. Starting Bid $200
565. Katharine Hepburn Signed Photograph. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Hepburn in a long black dress, nicely signed in fountain pen. In very good to fine condition, with an area of scuffing to the background. Starting Bid $200
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566. Alfred Hitchcock Signed Original Self Portrait Sketch. Original fountain pen self-portrait sketch by Alfred
Hitchcock of his immediately recognizable profile on an offwhite 5 x 6 sheet, signed and inscribed, “To Mike, Alfred J. Hitchcock.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10.5 x 11.5. In fine condition, with light overall toning. Starting Bid $200
Theatrical distribution contract for Rear Window signed by Hitchcock and Stewart
567. Alfred Hitchcock and James Stewart Document Signed for Rear Window. DS, signed “Alfred J. Hitchcock” and “James Stewart,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, January 4, 1962. Agreement between Paramount Pictures, Alfred Hitchcock, James Stewart, and MCA Artists, regarding the distribution of Rear Window for theatrical exhibition for a period extending from October 1, 1962 to September 30, 1964, for a joint payment of $250,000. Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Hitchcock and in blue ballpoint by Stewart. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200
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Houdini approves a SAM card for a founder of the Mystics Circle of Boston
568. Harry Houdini Signed SAM Membership Card. Sought-after
Society of American Magicians (SAM) membership card issued to Edwin Fay Rice for 1918, 4 x 2.5, boldly signed at the bottom in fountain pen by Harry Houdini as president, and countersigned by Oscar Schutte Teale as secretary. Mounted and framed with a photo of Houdini leaving a prison cell to an overall size of 11.5 x 18. In very good condition, with overall soiling, creasing to the upper right corner, and a small area of surface loss to the lower right edge; the accompanying photo is silvered and discolored, but could easily be replaced. A journalist for the Boston Daily Times, Edwin Fay Rice (1849–1919) had a short but impactful career in the world of magic, and was a key figure in helping found the Mystics Circle of Boston as a member of SAM. Oscar Schutte Teale was an American architect, magician, and writer (1847–1934) who served as the fourth President of SAM and who worked as Houdini’s private secretary and ghostwriter; when Houdini’s book A Magician Among the Spirits was published, Teale stated that he had written ‘the damnable work.’ Starting Bid $300
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Rare handwritten and signed Bruce Lee check from an important early period, graded by PSA MINT 9
569. Bruce Lee Signed Check. Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute business check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lee, “Bruce Lee,” payable to John Chorbajian for $135, October 19, 1964, with memo, “For rent Oct. 20th—Nov. 20th ‘64.” In fine condition. Encapsulated and graded by PSA/DNA as “MINT 9.” At the time he wrote this check, Bruce Lee was working on founding martial arts kwoons (clubs) in the Bay Area with his friend, martial artist James Yimm Lee. From August 1964 to February 1965, the newlywed Bruce and Linda Lee lived at the home of James Yimm and Katharine Lee at 3039 Monticello Ave—the address given on this check. During this pivotal period, Lee had a legendary fight with Wong Jack Man, which helped to define his martial arts philosophy; his son Brandon was born; and he had a screen test with 20th Century-Fox. Thus, this check comes from a major moment in the development of his martial arts, family life, and acting career. Starting Bid $1000
A Marx Brothers agreement for The Cocoanuts 570. Marx Brothers Document Signed for ‘The Cocoanuts’. DS,
signed “Leo Marx,” “Arthur Marx,” “Herbert Marx,” and “Julius H. Marx,” five pages, 9 x 11.25, September 23, 1927. Memorandum of agreement between Sam H. Harris Theatrical Enterprises and the Marx Brothers, with all opting to “extend the period of said agreement for the theatrical season for 1927–1928…and to continue for and during the life of the dramatico-musical composition entitled ‘The Cocoanuts’ during such theatrical season.” Signed at the conclusion in blue and black ink by the Marx Brothers of Chico, Harpo, Groucho, and Zeppo, each writing their given names, and countersigned by Sam Harris. Contained within its original blue folder. In fine condition, with creasing to the covers; interior pages are all fine. Starting Bid $200
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McQueen approves a loan-out agreement for The Great Escape
571. Steve McQueen Document Signed for ‘The Great Escape’. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, August 24, 1962. An amendment to a contract between Mirisch-Alpha and Condor Enterprises related to a ‘loanout agreement’ for “the services of Steve McQueen…as an actor in our motion picture photoplay now entitled, THE GREAT ESCAPE,” which clarifies that if the loan-out exceeds its duration that further compensation “shall be deferred and paid to you only out of the first net profits of the photoplay after James Garner has been paid his deferred compensation.” Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by McQueen. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200
Remarkably early ‘Motion Picture Industry’ questionnaire filled out and signed thrice by 10-year-old Elizabeth Taylor
572. Elizabeth Taylor Document Filled Out and Signed Thrice as a 10-Year-Old. Partly-printed DS filled out and signed three times by 10-year-old Elizabeth Taylor, once as “Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor” and twice as “Elizabeth Taylor,” four pages, 8.5 x 11, December 9, 1942. A Motion Picture Industry employee questionnaire filled out in black ink entirely in the hand of the young actress, who adds her full given name at the start, her professional name on line four, and then adds her signature neatly to the conclusion. In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing, and a stain to the upper right corner of the first page. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 113
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617. Kenesaw Mountain Landis Signed Photograph.
Vintage matte-finish 6.25 x 9.75 photo of the future commissioner of baseball, affixed to its original 9.25 x 12.5 mount, boldly signed and inscribed on the mount in ink, “To Mr. Charles A. Boynton, with the affectionate remembrance of Kenesaw M. Landis, Febr’y 8, 1908.” In very good to fine condition, with chipping and loss to the edges of the mount, and dampstaining affecting the handwriting. Starting Bid $200
618. Mel Ott Signed M114 Baseball Magazine Premium.
Scarce 9.5 x 12 M114 Baseball Magazine premium print showing the New York Giants’ slugger with a bat on his shoulder, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Howard Hetzler, Best Wishes, Mel Ott.” In very good to fine condition, with light overall creasing, and tack holes to the top and bottom edges. Starting Bid $200
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animation and comic art A Crumb self-portrait— “I’m not funny” 635. Robert Crumb Signed Sketch. Original ink sketch of a front-facing self-portrait by Robert Crumb, which shows the artist wearing a hat and looking a bit haggard, with speech bubble to right adding, “I’m not funny.” The sketch is accomplished in black ink on the uppermost off-white label on a four-label 4 x 6.25 sheet, which is also signed and inscribed, “To Bill Bush, obviously a man of taste!—from R. Crumb, 1987.” The second and third labels contain an ANS signed “R. Crumb,” in full: “Sorry—Don’t have time nor artistic inclination to do this other thing—even though I could always use the dough!! Thanks for the fifty bucks though!” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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640. Egyptian Melodies handpainted production master background from Silly Symphony.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1931) Rare original hand-painted black-and-white master production background from the Silly Symphonies short ‘Egyptian Melodies,’ featuring the opening of the tunnel into the Sphinx seen at the beginning of the cartoon. Accomplished in graphite, ink, and watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 heavyweight animation paper, complete with its peg holes and production numbers at the bottom. In fine condition. Early Disney black-and-white production backgrounds are very rare, especially those that remain complete with peg holes and production notations. Starting Bid $200
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642. Mickey Mouse and Pig production drawing from The Whoopee Party. (Walt Disney Studios, 1932)
646. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production drawing from The Dognapper. (Walt Disney Studios,
Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse and a female pig from The Whoopee Party, which shows Mickey taking the hand of a nervous pig partygoer. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “115” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 6.25 x 3.5. In fine condition, with a faint horizontal fold to upper section. 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 “5” in the lower corner. Image measures 4 x 2.5. In fine condition, with trivial edgewear. The Dognapper was Donald’s third short and was the first adventure story to feature both Mickey and Donald. Starting Bid $200
645. Donald Duck production drawing from The Dognapper. (Walt Disney Studios, 1934) Original production
654. Mickey Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Rival. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production
drawing featuring Donald Duck from The Dognapper, depicting Donald wearing his policeman uniform in a full-length profile pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “H 10” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3 x 3. In fine condition, with trivial creasing. 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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drawing featuring Mickey from Mickey’s Rival, showing him in a frustrated full-length pose just moments after smashing a teacup on the ground. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “74” in the lower right corner. Total image area measures 7 x 6.25. In fine condition, with a paperclip impression and a short tear to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
655. Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Rival. (Walt Disney Studios, 1936) Original production
drawing of Minnie Mouse from Mickey’s Rival, which depicts the cute mouse with a flower in her hat seated in a full-length pose; in the short, Minnie is torn between the affections of her boyfriend Mickey and her old friend, and Mickey’s well-to-do nemesis, Mortimer. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “95A” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 4. In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $200
687. Laurel and Hardy production storyboard drawing from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1938) Original production storyboard drawing of Laurel and Hardy from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood, showing the comedic duo during the ‘Simple Simon Goes the Pie Man’ segment. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on a slightly trimmed 8.25 x 6.5 sheet marked “13” in the lower right corner. Total image measures 7.25 x 5.25. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200
688. Martha Raye and Joe E. Brown production drawings from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1938) Original production drawings of Martha Raye and Joe E. Brown from the closing musical sequence in Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. Both are accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on an off-white 12 x 10 sheets of animation paper respectively marked “11” and “116” in the lower right corners. The images measure 2 x 4.25 (Martha) and 2.5 x 4.75 (Joe). In overall fine condition. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 117
689. Harpo Marx production drawing from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938)
690. Donald Duck production drawing from Polar Trappers. (Walt Disney Studios, 1938) Original production
692. Donald Duck production drawing from The Autograph Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original
693. Mickey Mouse and Pluto production drawing from Society Dog Show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939)
Original production drawing featuring Harpo Marx from the Old King Cole segment from Mother Goose Goes Hollywood, showing the silent comedian playing the violin in a large frontfacing pose. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “212” in the lower right corner. Image measures 5.5 x 6.5. In fine condition, with trivial edgewear. Featuring appearances by the likes of the Marx Brothers, Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, Laurel and Hardy, W. C. Fields, and many others, the cartoon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short, but lost to Disney’s own Ferdinand the Bull. Starting Bid $200
production drawing of Donald Duck from The Autograph Hound, which shows the duck seated in an amusing full-length pose. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “941” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 5. In fine condition, with a few trivial wrinkles. This is the first cartoon where Donald Duck is featured in his blue sailor hat. Starting Bid $200
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drawing of Donald Duck from Polar Trappers, which shows the duck wearing a tuxedo and holding a flute in a great full-length; pretending to be a penguin, Donald uses the flute to lure the penguins, which he views as a food source, by playing the instrumental piece ‘March of the Toys,’ from the operetta Babes in Toyland. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “74” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.75 x 4.75. In fine condition, with trivial light wrinkling to the right side. Polar Trappers is the first cartoon where Donald Duck and Goofy appear without Mickey Mouse. Starting Bid $200
Original production drawing of Mickey Mouse and Pluto from Society Dog Show, which shows Pluto lying down next to his very upset owner. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper marked “30 R” in the lower right corner. Full character image measures 6.25 x 4.25. In fine condition. The cartoon is notable in that it was the last appearance of Mickey’s older character design. Starting Bid $200
707. Frank Follmer panoramic concept story drawing of Naiads from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original panoramic concept drawing by Frank Follmer for Fantasia, featuring eight Naiads bathing in a scene that was later omitted from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of the film. Accomplished in graphite on 18 x 12 artist’s paper, signed in the lower right in pencil, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition, with a couple of trivial marks. Accompanied by a copy of a letter from Walt Disney Archives regarding Follmer’s participation with the company. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. He alienated Walt Disney when he organized a strike against the studio, and ultimately left to join the Navy. Starting Bid $200
724. Donald Duck production drawing from Truant Officer Donald. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original pro-
duction drawing of Donald Duck from Truant Officer Donald, which shows Donald in a large full-figure pose holding a piece of wood. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, with lower right corner marked “49.” Image measures 4.25 x 5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
727. Donald Duck production drawing from Donald’s Gold Mine. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original produc-
tion drawing of Donald Duck from Donald’s Gold Mine, which shows the mining duck in a walking pose, his rear-end clumpy from a large batch of ore he accidentally swallowed. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 13.75 x 10 animation paper marked “1” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4.5 x 3.75. In very good to fine condition, with noticeable wear to edges, which could be matted out if so desired. Starting Bid $200
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643. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mickey’s Mellerdrammer. (Walt Disney Studios, 1933) Original production drawing of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Mickey’s Mellerdrammer, showing them together during their stage production of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 9.25 animation paper marked “76” and “Scene 11” along the lower border. Total character image measures 7 x 4. Matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 13.25. In fine condition. Today, Mickey’s Mellerdrammer is considered controversial as it is essentially a take-off on a minstrel show, and Mickey—as seen here—is dressed in blackface. Starting Bid $200
644. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing from Ye Olden Days. (Walt Disney Studios, 1933) Original
production drawing of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Ye Olden Days, showing the two happy mice seated next to each other. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper marked “65” in the lower right corner. Full character image measures 3 x 3. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
647. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck production drawing from Mickey’s Service Station. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1935) Original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck from Mickey’s Service Station, showing the two classic characters sneaking away. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.5 animation paper, marked “242” in the lower corner. The Mickey image measures 3.5 x 3.25, and Donald measures 3.5 x 3. In fine condition. Mickey’s Service Station introduced Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy as a comedy trio, which would soon become a popular formula for Disney films. Starting Bid $200
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648. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete large production panorama layout drawing from Mickey’s Service Station. (Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Original large production panorama layout drawing featuring Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and Peg Leg Pete from Mickey’s Service Station, replete with production markings and notations. The detailed layout drawing shows the movements of the cartoon’s stars amidst the setting of the automobile service station. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on a 30 x 9 sheet, stamped with “Walt Disney Prod.” in the lower right corner. In very good to fine condition, with three vertical folds, tape stains to top edge, and a few nicks and tears to edges. Starting Bid $200
649. Mickey Mouse production drawing from On Ice. (Walt Disney Studios, 1935) Original production drawing
of Mickey Mouse from On Ice, which shows the ice-skating character gracefully leaping from an ice floe in an attempt to impress Minnie. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 7.75 animation paper, which is marked “169” in the lower right corner. Total image measures 7.5 x 6. Double-matted to an overall size of 20 x 16. In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. A great image from a classic Disney cartoon, and one of Mickey’s first in color. Starting Bid $200
653. T. Hee concept production drawing of Clark Gable from Mickey’s Polo Team. (Walt Disney Studios,
1936) Original concept production drawing by Disney animator Thornton Hee of Clark Gable from Mickey’s Polo Team, depicting the giant-eared actor as one of the short’s many celebrity spectators, which also included stars like Shirley Temple, Charles Laughton, Eddie Cantor, W. C. Fields, Harold Lloyd, and Greta Garbo. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12 x 9.75 animation paper by Hee, who has signed below, “T. Hee.” Character image measures 7 x 4.75. In fine condition, with trivial creases to upper right corner. Starting Bid $200
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650. Abner (7) production drawings from The Country Cousin. (Walt Disney Studios,
1936) Seven original semi-sequential production drawings featuring Abner from The Country Cousin, showing him drunk after imbibing too much champagne. In this humorous sequence, Abner is shown on his hands and knees, looking woozy, with his hat popping off of his head. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked in the lower right with numbers: 6, 8 9, 10, 11, 16B, and 17. Images measure from 2.5 x 4 to 3 x 6.25. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
651. Abner (7) production drawings from The Country Cousin. (Walt Disney Studios,
1936) Seven original semi-sequential production drawings featuring Abner from The Country Cousin, showing him drunk after imbibing too much champagne. In this humorous sequence, Abner looks woozy and his hat pops off of his head before landing over his eyes. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked in the lower right with numbers: 19.5, 20, 22, 25, 27, 30, and 31. Images measure from 3.5 x 4 to 3.25 x 7. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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656. Frank Follmer original gag drawing of Disney characters. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Terrific original
gag drawing featuring numerous iconic Disney characters by Frank Follmer, centering around a boxing match between Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, with the bout’s various spectators—Minnie Mouse, Pinocchio, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and six of Snow White’s dwarfs—engaged in drinking, smoking, and in varying degrees of solicitation. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. Starting Bid $200
657. Frank Follmer preliminary model sheet drawing of Donald Duck. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original
preliminary model sheet drawing of Donald Duck by Frank Follmer, which shows 11 different images of the classic Disney character. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 14.75 x 10 artist paper, which is signed with his initials in the lower right, “F. F.” Follmer adds various notes to the images, such as “The lower bill does all the moving—the upper one moves only with the head” and “Pear-shaped body is easier to handle for smooth action.” In fine condition, with a short tear to the right edge. Starting Bid $200
659. Little Hiawatha and grasshopper production cels and handpainted background from Little Hiawatha. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937)
Original production cels featuring Little Hiawatha and a grasshopper from Little Hiawatha, showing the cute little Native American holding his bow as his pants fall down. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted production background from the same film, as prepared by the Disney Art Props department. The Little Hiawatha image measures 3 x 4 and the grasshopper measures 2 x .75, with a mat opening of 11.25 x 8.5. Framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 19.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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Sought after-color Mickey cel from 1937, placed on a background from Little Hiawatha 660. Mickey Mouse production cel and hand-painted background from Lonesome Ghosts/Little Hiawatha. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Mickey Mouse holding a shotgun and wearing a hunting cap from Lonesome Ghosts, placed on a hand-painted watercolor production background from Little Hiawatha. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 8.75 x 7.75. Framed to an overall size of 17.25 x 16.25. In fine condition. A unique and desirable set-up, combining production art from two separate classic Disney shorts. Starting Bid $500
661. Frank Follmer preliminary model sheet drawing of Pluto. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937)
Original preliminary model sheet drawing of Pluto by Frank Follmer, which shows 11 different images of the Mickey Mouse’s beloved pet dog. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 10 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “Frank Follmer,” who adds various notes to the images, such as “Eyebrows extend beyond line of head” and “His tail is thicker at the base.” In fine condition, with a few short tears to the right edge. Starting Bid $200
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662. Sleepy, Happy, Sneezy, Bashful, and Grumpy production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Excellent original
production drawing of Sleepy, Happy, Sneezy, Bashful, and Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the ornery dwarf being carried to a water basin during the film’s memorable washing sequence. Accomplished in graphite on 10 x 9 animation paper marked “H-7” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 7 x 7.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 16.5; frame backing bears a certificate of authenticity from the Toon Publishing Group. In fine condition. An appealing five-dwarf drawing with superb action and detail. Starting Bid $200
663. Dopey, Happy, Sleepy, Grumpy, and Sneezy rough production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original
rough production drawing of Dopey, Happy, Sleepy, Grumpy, and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the pint-sized miners gathering after dinner to hear Snow White sing the classic Disney song ‘Someday My Prince Will Come.’ Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 13.75 x 11.25 animation paper, with a total character image area of 12.25 x 6.5. In fine condition, with light toning and stains along the bottom. A boldly realized multi-character ‘rough’ drawing from a most memorable moment in Snow White. Starting Bid $200
664. Frank Follmer preliminary concept ‘size comparison’ model sheet drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original preliminary concept ‘size comparison’ model sheet drawing of the main characters of Snow White by Frank Follmer, which shows Snow White, the seven dwarfs, the Evil Queen, the Wicked Witch, and a variety of woodland critters. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “Frank Follmer.” In fine condition. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. A highly displayable hand-drawn multi-character sizing guide for the iconic cast of Snow White. Starting Bid $200
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665. Frank Follmer preliminary concept drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Original preliminary concept drawing of Snow White and the seven dwarfs by Frank Follmer, which shows the lead characters playing instruments during the film’s musical post-dinner sequence. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 18 x 12 artist paper, which is signed in the lower right, “F. Follmer.” In fine condition. Follmer worked at Walt Disney Studios from the late 1930s through the early 1940s, assisting on projects like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and Fantasia. Starting Bid $200
667. Three bunnies and pillow production cels from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios,
1937) Scarce original production cels of three bunnies and a pillow from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which depicts the tired baby rabbits yawning and ready for a nap. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 5.25 x 4, with a mat opening of 7.25 x 5.5. Suede-matted to an overall size of 10.75 x 10.75, with the reverse bearing affixed labels from Walt Disney Enterprises identifying the piece as an “Original Work from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” In fine condition, with trivial instances of lifting to paint, none of which detract from the adorable, beautifully realized presentation. Starting Bid $200
666. Grumpy production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cel of Grumpy from Sleeping Beauty, depicting the ornery dwarf in a beautiful full-length pose. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a dotted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 3 x 4.75, with a mat opening of 4.75 x 7. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 11 x 14; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with a few trivial areas of lifting to paint, none of which detract from the wonderful presentation or fullness of color. Starting Bid $200
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‘Whistle While You Work’— a trio of dwarfs from Snow White 668. Doc, Sneezy, and Happy production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1937) Original production cel featuring Doc, Sneezy, and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the three in their iconic, full-figure whistling poses. The cel has been applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3.25 x 4 (Doc), 3.25 x 4.5 (Sneezy), and 3.5 x 4.75 (Happy), with a mat opening of 10.5 x 8.25. Newly matted in a reproduction Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 16.5 x 15; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with minor rippling to the cel. Starting Bid $500
Extremely rare Snow White concept artwork by Disney sketch artist Ferdinand Hrovath 670. Ferdinand Horvath concept drawing of Snow White and scary trees from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Extremely rare original concept drawing by Disney illustrator Ferdinand Horvath for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the spooked Snow White amidst scary trees in the dark forest. Accomplished in graphite on an off-white 7.75 x 5 sheet. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 11.25. In fine condition. Ferdinand Horvath worked as an inspirational sketch artist at the Disney studio from 1933 to 1937, and is perhaps best remembered for his uncredited work for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Starting Bid $500
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Magnificent master set-up from Snow White, showing two dwarfs inside their charming cottage
669. Bashful and Happy production cel and master production background from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels and master production background featuring Bashful
and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two dwarfs whistling inside their forest cottage. The beautifully rendered background shows the cottage’s wooden floor planks, an ornate turned post, and a jug with cover askew. The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an original hand-painted master background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 2.5 x 5 (Bashful) and 3.25 x 5.25 (Happy), with a mat opening of 12 x 8.5. Double-matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 13.5. In fine condition. A stunning and well-preserved piece from Disney’s pioneering first animated feature. Starting Bid $1000
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671. Wicked Witch and boulder production layout drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production layout drawing featuring the Wicked Witch and a boulder from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing her movement on the cliff during the storm. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on three sheets of animation paper, taped together to an overall size of 12 x 10, marked “42” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with one tiny edge tear. Starting Bid $200
672. Snow White and the Huntsman’s shadow concept layout drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original con-
cept layout drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, featuring Snow White crouching in fear with the shadow of the Huntsman—a raised dagger in hand—ominously shown on the right side. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. Total image measures 11 x 8.5. In fine condition. A detailed and desirable layout drawing from Disney’s first animated feature. Starting Bid $200
673. Happy and Dopey concept storyboard drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1937) Original concept storyboard drawing featuring Happy and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “Sc. 31” and “5” at the top, and stamped and embossed a Walt Disney Productions copyright notices as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total image measures 6.5 x 5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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674. Wicked Witch rough production drawing from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original rough production drawing featuring the Wicked Witch from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing her pointing her evil forefinger into the air. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “726” in the lower corner. Image measures 5 x 9. In fine condition, with a block of uniform toning from prior display. A great full-figure pose of this classic Disney villain. Starting Bid $200
676. Doc production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original pro-
duction cel featuring Doc from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him getting ready to box. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4.25 x 4.75, with a mat opening of 4.75 x 6.25. Matted to 9.5 x 12.5. The piece has the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries labels on the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with dampstaining to the mat Starting Bid $200
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675. Sleepy production cel from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original
production cel featuring Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing him playing a fish flute during the dwarfs’ yodel song sequence. Image measures 6.5 x 4.25, with overall dimensions of 12 x 9.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Delightful five-dwarf cel set-up from Courvoisier Galleries 677. Dopey, Doc, Sleepy, Bashful, and Happy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937)
Original production cel set-up of five dwarfs from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing Dopey, Doc, Sleepy, Bashful, and Happy laughing under the glow of a nail-hung lantern. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Dwarf images range in size from 4 x 3.5 (Dopey) to 5 x 4.5 (Sleepy and Bashful) with a mat opening of 11.25 x 8.75. Triple-matted to an overall size of 17.25 x 14.75. In fine condition, with the right edge cel no longer under mat. A cheerful and sought-after depiction of Snow White’s beloved dwarfs. Starting Bid $500
Appealing Courvoisier set-up of a dwarf cleaning crew 678. Doc, Happy, and Dopey production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Original production cel setup of Doc, Happy, and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting Doc holding a long pole topped with a water can, Happy kneeling with a brush and bar of soap, and Dopey poised for an overdue scrubbing. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total character image measures 8.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7.75. Matted to an overall size of 14.5 x 13; reverse bears two Walt Disney Enterprises labels, one that states: “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios.” In fine condition, with trivial instances of lifting to paint, uniform toning, and portions of the cels slightly raised from the background. Starting Bid $500
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Dopey and Happy cels with a key master background of Snow White’s bed 679. Dopey and Happy production key master background set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original key master background set-up of Dopey and Happy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two lovable dwarfs beside the bed of Snow White. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted matching background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 4 x 3.5 (Happy) and 2.25 x 4 (Dopey), with a mat opening of 10.75 x 8.5. Archivally framed to an overall size of 23.5 x 21.5. In fine condition. A simply fabulous Courvoisier set-up. Starting Bid $500
Quintet of Snow White’s dwarfs on a Courvoisier woodgrain cel set-up 680. Bashful, Happy, Doc, Sneezy, and Sleepy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937)
Desirable original production cel featuring Doc, Happy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Sleepy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting them around a wash basin that shows their reflections. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Total image measures 11.5 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 8.5. The piece has the Courvoisier penciled caption and encircled Walt Disney Productions “Original WDP” stamp below mat opening. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 17. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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681. Bashful and Sneezy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original
production cel set-up of Bashful and Sneezy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which brilliantly captures the moment when Bashful pushes a bundle of goldenrod under the sensitive nostrils of Sneezy, who soon unleashes a powerful, roomclearing sneeze in one of the film’s most humorous sequences. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 4 x 4.25 (Bashful with goldenrod) and 2.25 x 4.5 (Sneezy), with a mat opening of 6.75 x 7. Double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 17; reverse bears a Walt Disney label stating “This is an original painting on celluloid from the Walt Disney Studios.” In fine condition, with some slight instances of paint-lifting to Bashful; some wear and chips to frame. Starting Bid $300
Cute creature cel set-up from Courvoisier Galleries
682. Forest animals production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Original production cels featuring a chipmunk, squirrel, and turtle from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the rodents perched upon a mushroom with the turtle on the ground below. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure from 1.5 x 1.5 to 3 x 2, with a mat opening of 7 x 6. Attractively framed to an overall size of 18 x 17. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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683. Dopey and Happy production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney Studios, 1937) Excellent original production cel set-up featuring Happy and Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, showing the two wide-eyed dwarfs sideby-side in full-figure poses. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 4 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 4.5 x 5.75. Archivally double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 15.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
Dopey clears his ears on a Snow White master background
684. Dopey production cel and master background from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Fantastic original production cel and master production background featuring Dopey from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, depicting the youngest of the dwarfs blowing on his finger in an attempt to rid water from his large ears, a classic comedic moment from the film’s memorable washing sequence. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted master production background. Image measures 6 x 5.25, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 7.75. This piece is also framed to an overall size of 16.25 x 12.75. In fine condition. A wonderful production setup with great action and comedic effect. Starting Bid $500 134 |
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685. Bluebirds and squirrels production cel set-up from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1937) Original production cel set-up of two bluebirds and a pair of squirrels from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which shows the small birds flying over a grassy knoll with two jubilant gray and brown squirrels. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Character images measure 2.75 x 2 (squirrels) and .5 x .25 (each bird), with a mat opening of 5.5 x 4.75. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 11.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
686. Goofy production cel from Boat Builders. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1938) Original production cel featuring Goofy from Boat Builders, showing him in a half-length pose with a special effects water cel overlay. The cels are placed on a color copy background. Character image measures 4 x 5.5, with overall dimensions of 13.75 x 11. In very good to fine condition, with moderate rippling to the Goofy cel. Starting Bid $200
691. Ritz Brothers production cel from The Autograph Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original production cel
featuring the Ritz Brothers from The Autograph Hound, showing the screwball comedians wearing coonskin caps. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Total character image measures 7 x 7, with overall dimensions of 14.75 x 11. In fine condition. The cartoon features Donald Duck as an autograph hunter in Hollywood. Excited to encounter the Ritz Brothers on a studio lot, he asks them for their autographs. They jump on Donald and sign their group name on his buttocks. An enraged Donald throws a paint can at their heads, but it hits the face of the security guard instead. Starting Bid $200
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694. Ugly Duckling production cel from The Ugly Duckling. (Walt Disney Studios, 1939) Original
production cel of the title character from the Academy Award-winning short The Ugly Duckling, depicting the small waterfowl in a full-length running pose. The cel has been applied to a colorful reproduction background. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 7 x 7. Presented with a newly reproduced Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories created with permission by Disney and measuring to an overall size of 16.5 x 15; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
696. Madame Upanova production drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production
drawing of Madame Upanova from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, which depicts the ballet-dancing ostrich in a leaping full-length pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15 x 12.25 animation paper marked “E 82” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3.5 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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697. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production drawing featuring Chernabog from Fantasia, depicting the imposing demon with arms folded and 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 “345” in the lower right corner. Image measures 7.5 x 10. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
698. Chernabog and demons production drawings from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Magnificent
original production drawings of the Chernabog and his demons from Fantasia, a pairing that expertly captures the demon lord’s frightful emergence during the film’s ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ segment: the upper drawing depicts the winged Chernabog in an immensely powerful half-length pose, and the lower drawing shows the demon horde swirling frantically below. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on animation paper, both of which are matted together to an overall size of 21 x 24.5. The Chernabog image measures 13 x 9.5, and the whirlwind of demons image measures 10.5 x 3. In overall fine condition, with some wrinkling to left side of demons. Among the very best—and most horrible—of all the Chernabog drawings that we have seen. Starting Bid $200
699. Brudus concept production drawing from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original concept
production drawing featuring Brudus from Fantasia, showing the male centaur playfully peeking around a tree. Accomplished in graphite on off-white 8.5 x 6.25 animation paper. Doublematted and framed with an engraved plaque to an overall size of 17.25 x 15.5. In fine condition, with the plaque askew within the display. Starting Bid $200
700. Bacchus, Jacchus, and Satyr production concept storyboard painting from Fantasia. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Appealing original production concept storyboard painting from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia, showing Bacchus—the wine-loving Roman god of parties—riding atop his pet donkey Jacchus, with a hornblowing Satyr in the foreground. Accomplished in color pastels on 12 x 10 brown paper. In fine condition, with pinholes to corners and one clipped corner tip. Starting Bid $200
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701. Sylvia Holland concept production watercolor of Centaurettes and a slave from Fantasia. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Original concept production watercolor painting by Sylvia Holland featuring two centaurettes and a slave from the ‘Pastoral Symphony’ segment of Fantasia. One centaurette is reading a “For Men Only” scroll, and the other reads one entitled “True Romances”; a slave is hard at work shoeing one of their hooves. Accomplished in watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper. In fine condition. A historic piece of concept artwork for a scene that was cut from the film. Starting Bid $200
702. Mickey Mouse concept production 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 in Yen Sid’s hat during his magical dream sequence: standing atop a pinnacle as he commands a comet while waves crash below him. Accomplished in gouache on black 9 x 8.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A desirable piece of concept artwork from a classic Disney feature. Starting Bid $500
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703. Chernabog production drawing from Fantasia.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Epic original production drawing featuring Chernabog from Fantasia’s ‘Night on Bald Mountain’ sequence, showing the massive demon with his wings spread open. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, marked “183” in the lower right corner. Image measures 15 x 11. In fine condition, with some tiny creasing and chipping to edges. Starting Bid $200
704. 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 in Yen Sid’s hat, riding atop the sorcerer’s magical spell book as waves crash around him. Accomplished in gouache on black 9.25 x 8.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An exciting scene from an iconic Disney film. Starting Bid $500
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Amazing ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ set-up, featuring a full-bodied Mickey against an original Fantasia background
706. Mickey Mouse production cel and master background set-up from Fantasia. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Spectacular original production cel and master production background featuring Mickey Mouse as the sorcerer’s apprentice from Fantasia, showing him in his red robe and magic hat. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from Fantasia’s ‘Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ sequence, annotated in the lower right in pencil: “SC 48.4B, 2004, SEQ 02.0.” The reverse of the background also bears productions stamps and notations. Mickey’s image measures 4.5 x 7, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. In fine condition. An absolutely stunning, large piece from a true classic. Starting Bid $3000
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705. 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 in Yen Sid’s hat, directing the broom to carry water to the basin pool. Accomplished in gouache on black 9.25 x 8.25 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A well-done piece of concept art from a Disney classic. Starting Bid $500
709. Jiminy Cricket production cel from Pinocchio.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original full 12-field production cel of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, depicting the good-hearted bug holding his umbrella and coat in an unusually upset full-length pose. The cel, which is marked “37” in the lower right corner, is placed on a giclee background from the same film. Image measures 3.25 x 3.75, with overall dimensions of 12.75 x 10.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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710. Pinocchio production cel from Pinocchio. (Walt Dis-
ney Studios, 1940) Original production cel of the title character from Pinocchio, depicting Disney’s famous boy-puppet in a pronounced blowing motion. Image measures 4.5 x 4, with a mat opening of 7 x 7. Applied to a woodgrain background and presented with a newly reproduced Courvoisier mat by S/R Laboratories created with permission by Disney and measuring to an overall size of 13 x 14; the reverse of the mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition.Starting Bid $200
Superb cel set-up of Jiminy in Geppetto’s cottage
711. Jiminy Cricket production cel and master production background from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios,
1940) Original production cel and master production background of Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, which portrays the goodhearted bug dressed as a tramp and emerging from a wooden box. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an attractively rendered hand-painted background that depicts the interior of Geppetto’s cottage, replete with a wood stove, pan, and bucket. Image measures 1.5 x 3, with a mat opening of 10.25 x 7.5. Matted to an overall size of 16.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, with clipped bottom corners to the background. Starting Bid $500
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715. Stromboli production key master background set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Origi-
nal production key master background set-up featuring Stromboli from Pinocchio, showing the villain in his caravan train car, with a puppet perched on a shelf in the background. The cel is placed on a rare hand-painted key master background from Pinocchio. Character image measures 7 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 10.25. In fine condition. This stunning setup comes from the scene in Stromboli’s wagon after Pinocchio performs in his marionette show. Thinking he is free to leave, Stromboli grows angry and locks him in a birdcage and threatens to chop him into firewood if he doesn’t perform. Despite only a short appearance in the film, Stromboli remains one of Disney’s most acclaimed villains to this day. An impressive and rare key master example. Starting Bid $500
716. Jiminy Cricket and a seagull production cel set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940)
Original production cel set-up featuring Jiminy Cricket and a seagull from Pinocchio, with a special effects cel of the ocean. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 3 x 4 (Jiminy Cricket) and 3.25 x 3.25 (seagull), with a mat opening of 8.5 x 7. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 14.5 x 13.5; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition, with bumped corners to the mat. Starting Bid $300
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Rare gag cel set-up from Pinocchio, Figaro with a plate of Cleo on a Courvoisier background 717. Figaro gag production cel set-up and hand-painted background from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1940) Very unusual original gag production cel setup of Figaro from Pinocchio, showing Geppetto’s pet kitten wearing a handkerchief and sitting in a high chair, his arms folded in displeasure at the sight of his meal: Cleo the goldfish on a piece of toast. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a handpainted master background from a ‘Cleo and Figaro’ set-up as prepared by Disney/Courvoisier Galleries. Image measures 5 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 10.5 x 7.75. Archivally double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22 x 19.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
718. Jiminy Cricket production cel set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel set-up featuring Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing him dressed as the tramp from early in the film, humorously placing his hand on a woman’s rotund bottom. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2.75 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 8 x 6.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 17. In fine condition, with a few spots to the original Courvoisier mat. Starting Bid $300
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Marvelous master set-up of Jiminy Cricket on Pleasure Island
720. Jiminy Cricket production cel and super panorama production master background from Pinocchio.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1940) Original production cel and super panorama production master background featuring Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing him strolling through detritus on the ground of Pleasure Island—a broken jackknife, a baseball, an old book, some ribbons, and popcorn. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to a hand-painted master background from Pinocchio. Character image measures 2.5 x 3.75, with a mat opening of 28 x 10.5. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 37.5 x 20. In fine condition. Starting Bid $1000
719. Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket production cel set-up from Pinocchio. (Walt Disney Studios, 1940)
Original production cel set-up featuring Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket from Pinocchio, showing Pinocchio looking at the conscientious cricket who is standing on a flower. The cels have been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Images measure 6 x 6.75 (Pinocchio) and 2 x 1.5 (Jiminy Cricket), with a mat opening of 9.5 x 7.5 Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500
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721. Timothy Q. Mouse production cel from Dumbo. (Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original production cel of Timothy Q. Mouse from Dumbo, depicting the fearless mouse wearing his red band major outfit. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed hay and circus tent background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale; lower right of background bears a WDP stamp. Image measures 4.75 x 6.5, with a mat opening of 7 x 8. Reverse of background bears a Walt Disney Productions copyright stamp. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
722. Dumbo production cel from Dumbo. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1941) Original production cel featuring Dumbo from Dumbo, showing the big-eared baby elephant being born in the hay at the circus. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 2 x 2.5, with a mat opening of 6.5 x 7.25. Matted to an overall size of 13 x 15. Includes the original Disney Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
723. Dumbo production cel from Dumbo.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1941) Original production cel featuring Dumbo from Dumbo, showing the big-eared baby elephant holding a tent pole with his trunk. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Image measures 7 x 2.25, with a mat opening of 9 x 6.75. Newly matted by S/R Laboratories with permission by Disney to an overall size of 14.5 x 12.5; reverse of mat bears a printed copy of the original Courvoisier Galleries label. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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725. Bambi production cel from Bambi. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel featuring Bambi from Bambi, showing the beloved young deer playing on slippery ice. The cel is placed on a hand-painted custom prepared presentation background. Image measures 5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 11.25 x 9. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Original Courvoisier cel inscribed by the master animator
726. Walt Disney Signed Bambi Cel. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cels featuring Bambi and Thumper’s sisters from Bambi, showing them in a serene woodland setting, signed and inscribed on the original 18.5 x 16.5 mat in green crayon, “To H. Albert DeWit, with my best wishes, Walt Disney.” The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale (reverse does not feature the Courvoisier label); unfortunately, the cels for Bambi and the leftmost bunny have since become separated from the background, upon which much of their original cel paint remains. Character images measure 2.75 x 3.75 and 2.25 x 2.25, with a mat opening of 10.75 x 8. The mat itself is in fine condition, with toning to edges from its prior display; the cel display, however, is in good to very good condition, with the aforementioned separation of cels (which are still present), peeling to the other Bunny cels, lifting to paint, and areas of adhesive residue. A skilled hand could help restore this presentation to its past glory, which, of course, is made special by its bold Disney autograph. Starting Bid $500 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 147
728. Goofy production layout drawing from How to Play Baseball. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production layout drawing featuring Goofy from How to Play Baseball, showing him winding up on the pitcher’s mound. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 12 x 10 animation paper, marked “1” in the lower corner. Character image measures 4.5 x 6.5. In fine condition, with rusty paperclip marks to the upper left. The first of Disney’s ‘How to…’ shorts starring Goofy, the cartoon was produced at the request of Samuel Goldwyn and first shown to accompany the 1942 feature film The Pride of the Yankees. Starting Bid $200
730. Hank Porter publicity artwork of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Jose Carioca for a Disney Studios distributor. (Walt
Disney Studios, circa 1945) Original publicity art by Disney artist Hank Porter of Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, and Jose Carioca, created as an appreciatory gift and presented to South American radio station Sintonia for promoting Disney movies and songs throughout the 1940s. Accomplished in ink and white paint on untrimmed 17.25 x 12 artist paper, the piece depicts Mickey offering a large cake to ‘Miss Sintonia,’ with Goofy, Donald, and Jose capturing the moment as the production team. Porter has added a Walt Disney ‘autograph’ copyright to the lower right corner. Total image area measures 15.75 x 10. In very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold, a vertical bend to left side, and wear to borders, which includes a short tear to right edge. A unique and early Disney display piece highlighted by its bold artwork and its desirable cast of classic characters. Starting Bid $200 148 |
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729. Pedro the mail plane production cel from Saludos Amigos. (Walt Disney Studios, 1942) Original production cel
of Pedro the airplane from Saludos Amigos, showing the small aircraft flying through the air with a cap and knapsack. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a hand-painted background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The character image measures 4.5 x 3.25 with a mat opening of 7 x 6.5. Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 10, with the mat bearing an “Original WDP” stamp and annotated in pencil, “‘Pedro—‘Saludos.’” In very good condition, with some lifting cel and missing paint to knapsack. Starting Bid $200
731. Minnie Mouse and Figaro production cel from Bath Day. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Attractive original
production cel featuring Minnie Mouse and Figaro from Bath Day, which shows Mickey’s darling attempting to give Pinocchio’s beloved feline a much-needed soak. The cel is placed on a matching giclee background. Total character image measures 5.25 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 14 x 8.5. In fine condition. A particularly amusing scene from a decidedly uncommon Disney short. Starting Bid $200
732. The evil wolf production cel from Peter and the Wolf. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Original production
cel of the evil wolf from the ‘Peter and the Wolf’ segment of the musical anthology film Make Mine Music, depicting the snarling title beast in a ferocious front-facing pose. Character image measures 5.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 7 x 9.5. Triplematted and framed to an overall size of 16.75 x 20.25. In fine condition. A terrifically scarce and scary production cel of an uncommonly offered Disney villain. Starting Bid $200
734. Lambert production cels and key master matching production background set-up from Lambert the Sheepish Lion. (Walt Disney Studios, 1952) Wonderful original key master background set-up from the Oscar-nominated short Lambert the Sheepish Lion, which shows the young title character looking at his reflection in a nearby pond after being bullied by his sheep siblings. The cels, which are marked “65” and “W35,” are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Images measure 3 x 2 (Lambert) and 5 x 2 (reflection), with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.5. The lower border to the background features several artist notes. In fine condition. An extremely rare master background set-up from a beloved Disney short—the original print of the film was given as a gift to Emperor Hirohito of Japan because it was his favorite Disney cartoon. Starting Bid $300 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 149
738. Mr. Smee production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Mr. Smee from Peter Pan, showing the genial boatswain of the Jolly Roger using a quill to write on a parchment. The cel is trimmed to 6.75 x 6.25 and in fine condition, with tape remnants to top and bottom edges. Starting Bid $200
740. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan.
739. Tiger Lilly production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Tiger Lilly from Peter Pan, showing the beautiful daughter of Neverland’s indigenous Indian Chief in a wonderful full-length dancing pose. The cel is marked “140” in the lower right corner. Image measures 4 x 8.5, with overall dimensions of 15.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. A lovely and colorful cel of an uncommon Disney character. Starting Bid $200
742. Lost Boy preliminary production model sheet from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original
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(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel of Captain Hook from Peter Pan, depicting the notorious Neverland pirate and captain of the brig Jolly Roger with his beloved dual cigar-holder. The cel is marked “122” in the lower right corner. Image measures 6.5 x 4, with overall dimensions of 12 x 10. In fine condition, with staple holes to edges and a short tear to top edge. Starting Bid $200
preliminary production model sheet featuring a Lost Boy from Peter Pan, showing him in his fox costume in a variety of different poses. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, with an artist’s note penciled at the top: “Longer Ears—Longer Bodies.” Images range in size from 3 x 3 to 5 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Scarce Hook and Tink cel-combo against a hand-painted Neverland master backdrop
741. Captain Hook and Tinker Bell production cels and master production background from Peter Pan.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cels and a master production background from Peter Pan, which shows Captain Hook sporting a black eye and having a conversation with Tinker Bell, who is perched atop the pirate’s deadly hook. The Tinker Bell cel has been neatly trimmed and applied to the Hook cel, which has been placed on a hand-painted master production background from the same film. The attractive background, which is marked as “2074 Sc–42, Seq. 04.0,” is depicted from onboard the brig Jolly Roger, which floats in a lagoon below a rising jungle backdrop. The Hook cel is marked “20” in the lower right corner. Total character image measures 4.75 x 6.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 15. Reverse of background bears a “Property of Walt Disney Productions” stamp. In fine condition, with slight scattered marks to cel. A magnificent cel set-up that features a pair of iconic Peter Pan characters against a beautifully lush hand-painted landscape, deftly evoking the exotic danger of the mysterious Neverland. Starting Bid $500
743. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel featuring Captain Hook from Peter Pan, showing the swashbuckling pirate in a large and detailed full-figure profile pose. Image measures 7.75 x 9, with overall dimensions of 11 x 10.5. In fine condition. A great pose of Peter Pan’s nemesis, his hooked hand on full display. Starting Bid $200
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745. Captain Hook and Tinker Bell production cels and production background 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 handpainted 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 $500
744. Captain Hook production cel from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel featuring Captain Hook from Peter Pan, showing him threateningly raising his hooked hand. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 8 x 10.25, with overall dimensions of 16.75 x 13. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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746. Peter Pan production cel from Peter Pan on hand-painted Disney production background. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1953) Original production cel from Peter Pan, featuring Neverland’s title character soaring through the air against a gray dusky sky. The cel is placed on a hand-painted Disney production background from the same period. Image measures 4 x 2.5, with overall dimensions of 16 x 12.75. In fine condition. A great set-up featuring a Disney icon. Starting Bid $200
747. Lady production portrait pose cel from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production
portrait pose cel featuring Lady from Lady and the Tramp. The cel has been trimmed and applied to a solid pink background. Image measures 4.5 x 4.5, with overall dimensions of 8 x 6. The reverse bears a Disneyland Art Corner stamp and gold Walt Disney Productions label, stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
748. Lady, Tramp, Trusty, and Jock production cel from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955)
Original production cel featuring Lady, Tramp, Trusty, and Jock from Lady and the Tramp, depicting the four pooches in a courtyard. The cel is placed on a color laser copy background from the same film. Images measure 3.5 x 3 (Lady), 7.25 x 4.75 (Tramp and Trusty), and 3 x 3(Jock), with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. An attractive set-up with large, full-figure images of the four memorable canines from the beloved Disney film. Starting Bid $200
749. Lady and Tramp production cels and hand-painted production background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Stu-
dios, 1955) Original production cels and hand-painted production background from Lady and the Tramp, which shows the two dogs walking on a sidewalk in front of a fence. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background, which is initialed and annotated along the right border: “2079–SEQ. 1.1–Sc. 17.1, SA 18.1.” Character images measure 5 x 3.25 (Lady) and 4.25 x 6.75 (Tramp), with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 13.5. In very good to fine condition, with some light edge creasing to cel, and wear, a couple small tears, and adhesive remnants to background edges. Starting Bid $500
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Beautiful panoramic set-up from Lady’s backyard
750. Lady and Tramp production cels and hand-painted production background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955) Original production cels and pan production background featuring Lady and Tramp from Lady and the Tramp, showing the beloved title characters walking along a white picket fence in Lady’s backyard. The cels are placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film. Lady measures 4.5 x 3.25 and Tramp measures 5 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 17.25 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 24 x 12. In fine condition. A marvelous panorama from the classic canine love story. Starting Bid $500
751. Tramp production cel and hand-painted production master background from Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney Studios, 1955)
Original production cel and hand-painted production master background featuring Tramp from Lady and the Tramp, showing him in a fanstastic full-figure profile pose at the foot of the piano in Lady’s house. The cel is placed on a hand-painted master production background showing the piano legs. The impressive set-up has also been signed in black felt tip by animators Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston. Image measures 7 x 6.5, with overall dimensions of 15.75 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300
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753. Flora production cel from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel featuring Flora from Sleeping Beauty, showing the good fairy godmother with Briar Rose’s pink dress sleeve. Image measures 7 x 6, 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 1959 Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
754. The Mock Prince production cel from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production cel
featuring The Mock Prince from Sleeping Beauty, showing the enrobed owl flanked by a pair of birds. Image measures 6.2 x 5.25, 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 1959 Walt Disney Productions label stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition, with bumped corners to the mat. Starting Bid $200
755. Briar Rose production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original animator’s extreme production drawing featuring Briar Rose from Sleeping Beauty, showing her in a marvelous full-length pose. Accomplished by legendary animator Marc Davis in graphite on untrimmed 13.5 x 10.5 animation paper, marked “167” in the lower right corner. Image measures 3 x 6. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
756. Maleficent production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Original production
drawing of Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, showing the evil sorceress, her scepter in hand, in an entirely displeased halflength pose. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “45” in the lower right. The character image measures an impressive 5 x 8.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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757. Maleficent the dragon production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959)
761. Cruella de Vil production cel from 101 Dalmatians. (Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cel
758. Maleficent the dragon and Prince Phillip production drawing from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney
762. Chip and Dale production cels from Disneyland.
Original production drawing featuring Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, portraying the sorceress as an enormous dragon. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “1” in the lower corner. Image measures 5.25 x 5.25. In fine condition, with a small tear to top edge. Starting Bid $200
Studios, 1959) Fantastic original production drawing featuring Maleficent and Prince Phillip from Sleeping Beauty, showing the imposing Maleficent in her monstrous dragon form and the tiny Prince Phillip wielding the Sword of Truth. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on untrimmed 15.5 x 12.5 animation paper, which is marked “A-17” in the lower corner. The Maleficent image measures 8.5 x 10, and Prince Phillip measures 1.25 x 1.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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featuring Cruella de Vil from 101 Dalmatians, showing the cold-hearted villain in her fur coat. Image measures 5.5 x 5.75, with overall dimensions of 12 x 9. 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. Starting Bid $200
(Walt Disney Studios, 1961) Original production cels featuring Chip and Dale, showing the beloved chipmunks in great full-length poses. The cels are placed on a Disney lithograph background. Images measure 2.5 x 3.5 and 3.75 x 4.5, with a mat opening of 10 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 12, with the reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label from Disneyland, stating: “This is an original hand-painted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
763. Cruella De Vil production cel and hand-painted production master background from One Hundred and One Dalmatians. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1961) Original production cel and hand-painted production master background featuring Cruella De Vil from One Hundred and One Dalmatians, showing her in the living room. The cel is placed on a hand-painted master production background from 101 Dalmatians. Image measures 5.75 x 9, with overall dimensions of 12.25 x 12.5 In fine condition. A great master set-up. Starting Bid $300
765. Merlin and Sir Ector production cels from The Sword in the Stone. (Walt Disney Studios, 1963) Original
production cels featuring Merlin and Sir Ector from Sword in the Stone, showing them side-by-side. The cels are placed on a Disney lithograph background. Images measure 4.5 x 7.25 (Merlin) and 6 x 7 (Sir Ector), with a mat opening of 10 x 8. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 12, with the reverse bearing a gold Walt Disney Productions label from Disneyland, stating: “This is an original handpainted celluloid drawing actually used in a Walt Disney production.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
766. Merlin, Archimedes, and Sir Ector production cels from Sword in the Stone. (Walt Disney Studios,
1963) Original production cels of Merlin, Archimedes, and Sir Ector from The Sword in the Stone, which depicts Merlin and his pet owl during a conversation with the large Sir Ector. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a hand-painted watercolor custom-prepared background. Character images measure 6 x 7 (Merlin and Archimedes) and 5.5 x 7.5 (Ector), with overall dimensions of 18 x 14. Reverse of background bears two Walt Disney Productions labels. In fine condition, with pin holes to background borders. Starting Bid $200
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767. Pirates of the Caribbean ride concept painting by Marc Davis. (Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Scarce
and desirable original concept painting attributed to Marc Davis for Disneyland’s famous dark ride attraction Pirates of the Caribbean, depicting a busty female pirate with a shotgun on her shoulder and a jug of rum at her feet. Davis renders the subject in superb detail, and the artwork’s bold style and carefree temperament is in keeping with that of the long-running attraction and Disney’s blockbuster film series. Accomplished in ink and watercolor on untrimmed 12 x 16 heavyweight art paper. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
768. Pirates of the Caribbean ride concept painting by Marc Davis.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1967) Extremely rare original concept painting attributed to Marc Davis for Disneyland’s famous dark ride attraction Pirates of the Caribbean, depicting a pair of startled crewmen as they discover a menacing pirate hunkered below a large waving ‘Jolly Roger’ flag. Davis captures the scene brilliantly, with the pirate’s bright outfit dominating the ship’s otherwise gloomy deck, a blast of color sure to surprise even the most fearless of sailors. Accomplished in watercolor on untrimmed 15 x 11.75 heavyweight art paper, with the total image measuring 14 x 11.5. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $300
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769. O’Malley and Duchess production cels and master background from Aristocats.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1970) Original matching production cels and production background featuring Duchess and Thomas O’Malley from The Aristocats, showing the two felines romantically side-by-side against a rural backdrop. The cels have been trimmed and applied to a cover cel and placed over a hand-painted 16 field 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. A beautiful setup from the last film project to be approved by Disney before his death in December 1966. Starting Bid $300
771. Tod and Big Mama production cels on a preliminary background from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt
Disney Studios, 1981) Original production cels and preliminary production background featuring Tod and Big Mama from The Fox and the Hound, showing them in front of a wooden fence. The cels are placed on a hand-painted preliminary production background from the film. Images measure 6.75 x 5 (Tod) and 5.25 x 5.25 (Big Mama), with overall dimensions of 16 x 13. In fine condition. A great set-up of these classic woodland pals. Starting Bid $200
772. Copper production cel on a preliminary background from The Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1981) Original production cel and preliminary production background featuring Copper from The Fox and the Hound, showing the cute hound dog as a puppy, walking through the forest. The cel has been trimmed to image and placed on a hand-painted preliminary production background from the film. Image measures 3.75 x 2.75, with overall dimensions of 16.5 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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773. Tod and Copper production cel and master background from Fox and the Hound. (Walt Disney Studios, 1981) Original production cel and production background featuring Tod and Copper from The Fox and the Hound, showing the unlikely friends playing together in the woods. The cel is placed on a hand-painted production background from the same film, which is marked in the lower right: “Sc 89, SQ .004, 0136.” Total character image measures 10.25 x 5.25, with an overall size of 16 x 12.5. The cel is marked “67” in the lower right corner. In fine condition, with staples holes to edges of cel and background. An attractive set-up featuring a large image of these classic woodland friends. Starting Bid $300
Extremely large hand-painted preliminary background for Disney’s dark fantasy, The Black Cauldron
775. The Black Cauldron hand-painted preliminary background from The Black Cauldron. (Walt Disney Studios, 1985) Extremely large original concept painting for The Black Cauldron, a dark fantasy adventure film inspired by Welsh mythology. The detailed painting shows the catacombs underneath the Horned King’s castle, complete with a gargoyle and threatening black vines in the foreground; the winding staircase glows beneath an archway in the distance. Accomplished in gouache and watercolor on 30 x 20 art board; image area measures 28 x 18. In fine condition, with some wear to corners. The Black Cauldron pioneered new ground for Disney: it was the studio’s first animated film to receive a PG rating as well as the first Disney animated film to feature computer-generated imagery. Starting Bid $200
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776. Taran’s house hand-painted panorama master background from The Black Cauldron. (Walt Disney Studios, 1985) Original hand-painted panorama master background featuring the detailed interior of Taran’s house from The Black Cauldron, showing the dining table and chair, a loaf of bread on the sill, and various barrels and Middle Age implements. The background is masterfully rendered in exquisite details, bringing out the textures of the stone-and-wood abode. Accomplished in gouache and watercolor on a 29 x 11 sheet. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 34.5 x 16.5. In fine condition. A dark fantasy adventure film inspired by Welsh mythology, The Black Cauldron pioneered new ground for Disney: it was the studio’s first animated film to receive a PG rating as well as the first Disney animated film to feature computer-generated imagery. Starting Bid $300
782. Tito, Francis, and Einstein production cel from Oliver and Company. (Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original
production cel featuring Tito the Chihuahua, Francis the Bulldog, and Einstein the Great Dane from Oliver & Company, showing the three members of Fagin’s gang together. Images measure 2.75 x 2 (Tito), 5.25 x 4.75 (Francis), and 4.25 x 7.25 (Einstein), with a mat opening of 11.75 x 8. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 13.5. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Loosely based on the Charles Dickens novel Oliver Twist, Oliver & Company was a box office success upon its release. Starting Bid $200
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783. Roger Rabbit production cel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. (Amblin/Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original
784. Jessica Rabbit production cel from Who Framed Roger Rabbit. (Amblin/Walt Disney Studios, 1988) Original
791. Ariel production cel from The Little Mermaid television show. (Walt Disney Studios, 1992) Original
792. Ursula and crystal ball production cels from The Little Mermaid television show. (Walt Disney Studios,
production cel featuring Roger Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit., showing him with his head resting in his hands. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 6.5 x 7.25, with overall dimensions of 12.5 x 10.5 In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
production cel of Ariel from The Little Mermaid television show, which shows the beautiful red-haired mermaid in a three-quarter-length pose. The cel is placed on a matching Disney litho background. Image measures 8 x 6.75, with a mat opening of 11.5 x 8.5. Triple-matted with an overall size of 18 x 15. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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production cel featuring Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, showing the voluptuous red-head in an attractive pose. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 4.5 x 9.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
1994) Original production cels of Ursula using her crystal ball in ‘A Little Evil,’ the thirty-first episode of The Little Mermaid TV series, which originally aired on November 26, 1994. The cels are placed on a matching Disney litho background. Total cel image measures 8.5 x 7, with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Double-matted to an overall size of 18 x 15. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to the lower left, which is stamped below: “Show 31, Scene 82.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
793. Jack Skellington’s evil toys concept drawing from The Nightmare Before Christmas. (Walt Disney
Studios, 1993) Superb original concept drawing of Jack Skellington’s evil toys from The Nightmare Before Christmas, which depicts Scary Teddy, Jack-in-the-Box, and the bullet-ridden Toy Duck, dangerous ‘living gifts’ that Jack innocently gave to children for Christmas. Accomplished in ink on 7.5 x 10.25 artist paper. Triple-matted to an overall size of 11.75 x 15. In fine condition. A terrific conceptual display piece for some of the film’s smaller but no less memorable creations. Starting Bid $200
795. Jorgen Klubien production storyboard drawings of Jack Skellington and Santa Claus from The Nightmare Before Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993)
Two original production storyboard drawings by Jorgen Klubien for The Nightmare Before Christmas, one of which shows Jack holding his Santa Claus hat with a forlorn expression, and the other depicts a downcast Jack offering the hat to its rightful owner, Santa Claus. Accomplished in ink and colored pencil on individual off-white 8 x 5.5 sheets, with character images measuring 7 x 5.25 and 7.5 x 4.25. In overall fine condition. Jorgen Klubien is an animation artist and writer who is best known for working on many Disney films, including The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Lion King, A Bug’s Life, Cars, and Frankenweenie. Starting Bid $200
794. Jorgen Klubien production storyboard drawing of Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas. (Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original
production storyboard drawing by Jorgen Klubien of Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas, which shows Jack holding his Santa Claus hat and yelling “Wait!!,” with an alarmed Sally pictured in the background. Accomplished in ink and colored pencil on an off-white 8 x 5.5 sheet, with the character image measuring 7.5 x 5.25. In fine condition. Jorgen Klubien is an animation artist and writer who is best known for working on many Disney films, including The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Lion King, A Bug’s Life, Cars, and Frankenweenie. Starting Bid $200
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Jack Skellington as the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town 796. Jack Skellington production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting featuring Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing him as the Pumpkin King in the surreal landscape of Halloween Town. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 7.25 x 8.25 artist’s board, neatly lettered “The Pumpkin King” in the lower right corner. In fine condition. A detailed, nightmarish portrayal from this classic Tim Burton stop-motion production. Starting Bid $200
797. Jack Skellington production concept storyboard drawing from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original
storyboard concept drawing of Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s animated dark fantasy The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing the happy-go-lucky ‘Pumpkin King’ in a wonderful full-length pose wearing his trademark Gothic-style tuxedo, with the border and background embellished in purple and the lower section reading in white, “Jack.” Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 6.5 x 18.5 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $200
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799. Jack Skellington and Zero production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original storyboard concept drawing of Jack Skellington from
Tim Burton’s animated dark fantasy The Nightmare Before Christmas, showing Jack dressed as Santa Claus as he soars away from Halloweentown and into a starry and moonlit sky aboard his custom casket-sleigh driven by three skeleton reindeer. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 11 x 9.75 artist’s board. In fine condition. An exceptionally vivid depiction of the moment Jack’s plan to organize Christmas magically takes flight. Starting Bid $200
798. Jack Skellington production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim
Burton/Walt Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting featuring Jack Skellington from Nightmare Before Christmas, showing the skeletal zombie hanging Christmas lights. The large and attractive piece is bordered by a whimsical pink line. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 15 x 8 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $200
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800. Jack Skellington and Oogie Boogie production concept storyboard painting from Nightmare Before Christmas. (Tim Burton/Walt
Disney Studios, 1993) Original production concept storyboard painting Boogie from Nightmare Before Christmas, showing Jack Skellington standing over a cauldron with ghosts and Oogie Boogie—the villainous bag of bugs—coming out above. Accomplished in pastel and colored pencil on black 10 x 19 artist’s board, specially trimmed with jagged edges as part of the design. Mounted on a suede backing and framed to an overall size of 17.75 x 26.5. In fine condition. A large and visually impressive piece of original artwork for a classic Tom Burton movie. Starting Bid $300
802. Winnie the Pooh and Tigger production cels from Pooh’s Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin. (Walt Disney Studios, 1997) Original production cel of Winnie the Pooh and Tigger from Pooh’s Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin, which shows the teddy bear holding his beloved jar of honey with his stuffed tiger friend close behind. The cel is placed on a matching Disney litho background. Character images measure 4 x 5 (Pooh) and 4.75 x 5.25 (Tigger), with a mat opening of 11 x 7.75. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Company seal to lower right. Housed in its original Walt Disney Television Animation Art presentation envelope, with label to reverse marked “23-PGA-200.” In fine, still-sealed condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney Enterprises, Inc. Starting Bid $200
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803. Simba and Scar production key master background set-up from The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride.
(Walt Disney Studios, 1998) Original production key master background set-up featuring Simba, Scar, and a fallen tree from The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride, showing them walking through a desolate African landscape. The cels are placed on a marvelous hand-painted key master production background of a Serengeti sunset. Total character image measures 6.75 x 4 and the tree cel overlay measures 14 x 3.5, with a mat opening of 18.5 x 9.5 Cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 28.75 x 19.75. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to upper right. In fine condition. A stunning display piece from the acclaimed direct-to-video sequel. Starting Bid $200
806. Ariel production key master background set-up from Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea. (Walt
Disney Studios, 2000) Original keymaster background set-up featuring Ariel from The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea, showing her in a beautiful lilac dress. The cel is placed on a hand-painted keymaster production background. Image measures 2.5 x 4.5, with overall dimensions of 18.75 x 11. Includes the original matching production drawing. In fine condition, with some creasing to the drawing. Accompanied by a Disney Enterprises certificate of authenticity. Starting Bid $200
804. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production cels from Mouseworks. (Walt Disney Studios, 1999) Original
production cels featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Mouseworks, showing the chivalrous Mickey opening the car door for Minnie. The cel is placed on a matching printed color background. Image measures 9.75 x 6.25, with overall dimensions of 14.25 x 11.25. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
807. Quasimodo and girl production key master background set-up from The Hunchback of Notre Dame II. (Walt Disney Studios, 2002) Original production
key master background set-up featuring Quasimodo holding a girl’s hand from The Hunchback of Notre Dame II, the directto-video sequel of the 1996 Disney film The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The cel is placed on a hand-painted key master production background. Image measures 11 x 6, with overall dimensions of 13 x 10. The piece has the silver Walt Disney Television seal to lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Original gondola from Disneyland’s iconic Skyway, signed by Imagineer icon Bob Gurr
809. Disneyland Skyway Attraction Vehicle Yellow #3. (Disneyland, 1965) Beginning in 1965 and until the at-
traction’s closure in 1994, these rectangular buckets could be seen ferrying passengers across Disneyland. With its sleek look and shape, this “Skyway” bucket is a perfect lounging area for within the home or in the backyard. This #3 vehicle, in its rich yellow paint, measures approximately 68˝ wide, 48˝ deep, and 76˝ tall. Includes an image of the actual #3 bucket in operation at Disneyland. The bucket was signed on the top ledge by Disney Imagineer great, Bob Gurr, the creator of the Skyway Bucket. A legendary amusement ride designer, Gurr designed most, if not all, of Disneyland’s original rides, including Autopia, The Haunted Mansion, the Disneyland Monorail, the Submarine Voyage, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds. The bucket’s exterior was completely repainted and restored to its original condition by Disney in the course of the ride’s normal maintenance; it was later sold via Disney Auctions in the 1990s. In very good park-used condition, with minor wear throughout. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Disney. In 2018, a blue Skyway bucket set the record for the highest price ever paid for a Disneyland attraction prop when it achieved a $621,000 result. This piece will be shipped from California; the buyer is responsible for all associated costs. Starting Bid $10,000 Hundreds of more items are listed online at www.RRAuction.com | 169
Mary Blair Original Mary Blair concept artwork for an Oscar-winning scene
810. Mary Blair concept painting of Uncle Remus from Song of the South. (Walt Disney Studios, 1946) Nice
original concept painting by Mary Blair for Song of the South, showing Uncle Remus passing by the Tar Baby on the road while singing ‘Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah.’ Inspired by a classic folktale as told by Joel Chandler Harris in his ‘Uncle Remus’ stories, Blair expertly executes the Southern scene, stylishly rendering the blooming magnolia trees and fence along the road, with the subjects silhouetted against the green-hued sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes at corners. A superb conception of an Academy Award–winning scene by one of Disney’s great artists—’Zip-a-DeeDoo-Dah’ would go on to win the Oscar for Best Original Song. Starting Bid $1000
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Mary Blair’s masterful concept art of Cinderella’s late-night flight from the Prince’s castle
811. Mary Blair concept painting of Cinderella from Cinderella. (Walt Disney Studios, 1950) Fantastic original concept painting by Mary Blair of Cinderella’s late-night flight from the Prince’s castle as she leaves her glass slipper on the castle’s steps. Finely executed in blue, greens, and blacks, the imposing castle landscape contrasts beautifully against the moonlit sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A stunningly rendered conception of an iconic scene from the hand of a Disney master. Starting Bid $1000
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812. Mary Blair concept painting of Lady Tremaine’s Chateau from Cinderella. (Walt Disney Studios, 1950) Rare original concept painting by Mary Blair of the chateau of Lady Tremaine, Cinderella’s wicked stepmother, showing the stately home in the French countryside. Beautifully rendered by Blair, the house boasts sharply peaked red roofs and towers, a swan lake in the front yard, and a foreboding black forest in the background. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 8.75 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A very rare subject painted by a legendary Disney artist. Starting Bid $1000
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Marvelous concept painting of Alice in her garden, done by Disney master Mary Blair
813. Mary Blair concept painting of Alice and Dinah from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951)
Striking original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice and her cat Dinah from Alice in Wonderland, showing the instantly recognizable title character in her blue dress in the garden. The painting is expertly executed with lively foliage in the background, set against a vibrant pink-hued sky. Accomplished in tempera on 9.75 x 8.75 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A cute, masterful portrayal of an iconic character. Starting Bid $1000
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Alice evades the Queen of Hearts in stunning Mary Blair concept artwork
814. Mary Blair concept painting of Alice and guards from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951)
Whimsical original concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice and three playing-card guards from Alice in Wonderland, showing the classic title character hiding from the evil Queen of Hearts. The characters are vividly rendered in white, red, pink, and black, and set against a desolate gray background with stormy skies. Accomplished in tempera on 10 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
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Panoramic painting of Alice in Wonderland’s classic tea party scene
815. Mary Blair large concept painting of Alice from Alice in Wonderland. (Walt Disney Studios, 1951) Spectacular original panorama concept painting by Mary Blair featuring Alice from Alice in Wonderland, showing the classic title character seated at the head of a long table during the classic ‘tea party’ scene. Countless teacups, saucers, mugs, and teapots of every shape, size, and color are splayed out upon the tablecloth, with blue chairs haphazardly arranged around the table. Accomplished in tempera on 18.25 x 9 artist’s board. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. A large and dramatic piece of Blair’s original artwork for an iconic Alice in Wonderland scene. Starting Bid $1000
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Peter Pan visits Neverland’s Mermaid Lagoon in a magical Mary Blair painting
816. Mary Blair concept painting of Peter Pan and mermaids from Peter Pan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Amazing original concept painting by Mary Blair of Peter Pan and three beautiful mermaids in Neverland’s Mermaid Lagoon. Accomplished in tempera on 10.5 x 9.5 artist’s board, the moonlit scene wonderfully portrays the four figures perched on dark rocks jutting up from the lagoon’s water. Peter Pan joyfully waves at the mermaids, and hues of blue and teal add a dreamlike quality to the magical scene. In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
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Eyvind Earle
Mini panorama by Eyvind Earle, beautifully capturing Briar Rose’s longing glance at King Stefan’s Castle
817. Eyvind Earle concept painting of Briar Rose and castle from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1959) Wondrous original mini panorama concept painting by Eyvind Earle for Sleeping Beauty, brilliantly showing Briar Rose looking back at King Stefan’s beautiful castle while out picking berries in the forest. The castle gleams in the distance, with every window and colorful spire meticulously rendered by Earle’s masterful hand. Earle’s stylish flora enhances the scene, from a thick tree trunk dominating the left half of the painting to the vertically-oriented ferns dotting the landscape. Accomplished in gouache on 13.5 x 6 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in silver paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
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Eyvind Earle aptly conceives the heroics of Prince Phillip and Samson at Maleficent’s castle
818. Eyvind Earle concept storyboard painting and mood study of Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original concept mini panorama storyboard painting and mood study by Eyvind Earle
featuring Prince Phillip and Samson from Sleeping Beauty, showing them jumping the drawbridge into Maleficent’s castle to do battle. Prince Phillip, armed with the shining Sword of Truth and Shield of Virtue, wears a bright red cape but is otherwise silhouetted against the dark skies. Twisted branches and jagged rocks dominate the surrounding landscape. Accomplished in gouache on 13.75 x 6 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in white paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. An action-packed painting of the brave Prince Phillip by the celebrated Disney artist. Starting Bid $1000
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Oversized panoramic concept painting by Eyvind Earle of Sleeping Beauty’s spinning wheel scene
819. Eyvind Earle large concept storyboard painting of Princess Aurora and Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty. (Walt Disney Studios, 1953) Original large concept storyboard painting by Eyvind Earle featuring Princess Aurora and Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, showing Princess Aurora seated under Maleficent’s spell just before pricking her finger on the evil spinning wheel. In trademark Earle fashion, the scene is expertly realized with rich detail and vibrant color: the checkered floors, stone walls, and furniture give both texture and a distinct sense of mystery with its medley of purple, blue, and green. Princess Aurora gleams in her marvelous blue dress, and the wicked Maleficent stands at center with her accursed scepter in hand. Accomplished in gouache on 22.25 x 8.5 artist’s board, signed in the lower right corner in light green paint, “Eyvind Earle.” In fine condition, with tack holes to corners. Starting Bid $1000
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Stunning Eyvind Earle watercolor of a Paul Bunyan log drive
820. Eyvind Earle watercolor master background painting from Paul Bunyan. (Walt Disney Studios, 1958) Outstanding original watercolor master background painting from the Oscar-nominated musical short Paul Bunyan, hand-painted by Eyvind Earle, who signs in the lower right corner in green paint, “Eyvind Earle, 1956.” This beautifully rendered scene, which measures 15.25 x 11.75, depicts a large cluster of logs floating in a river, its bank lined with pointy-tipped trees and a stack of felled timber soon to be rolled into the water for a midwestern log drive. In fine condition, with pinholes to upper corners. A magnificent, beautifully realized work achieved by a true Disney master. Starting Bid $500
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Warner Brothers 838. Looney Tunes panorama drawing by Virgil Ross. (Warner Brothers
Studios, 1990s) Original super-pan drawing by Virgil Ross featuring classic Looney Tunes characters Yosemite Sam, Michigan J. Frog, Speedy Gonzales, Elmer Fudd, Wile E. Coyote, Porky Pig, Henry Hawk, Daffy Duck, Foghorn Leghorn, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, Taz, Granny, Sylvester and son, Marvin the Martian, Gossamer, and Bugs Bunny. 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. 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
839. Batman production cel from Batman: The Animated Series. (Warner Brothers Studios, 1992) Original
production cel of the title character from Batman: The Animated Series, which depicts Gotham City’s caped crusader in a full-length walking pose. The cel is stapled to a laser color background of a high-tech laboratory. Image measures 2.5 x 5.25, with overall dimensions of 17 x 11. The piece has the golden Warner Bros. Production Art seal to lower right. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Clampett Studio Collections. Starting Bid $200
842. Batman production cel from Batman Beyond.
(Warner Brothers Studios, 1999) Original production cel of Batman from Batman Beyond, which depicts Terry McGinnis as the new caped crusader of Gotham City in a large closeup pose. The cel, which is marked “B2,” is stapled to a laser color background of a window, through which the Batman signal is seen in the night sky. Image measures 9.5 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 17 x 11. The piece has the golden Warner Bros. Production Art seal to upper left. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Clampett Studio Collections. Starting Bid $200
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840. Batman and Mr. Freeze limited edition cel from Batman: The Animated Series. (Warner Brothers Stu-
dios, 1995) Limited edition cel of Batman and Mr. Freeze from Batman: The Animated Series, entitled ‘Heart of Ice,’ numbered 438/500, depicting the Gotham City’s caped crusader evading an icy blast from the gun of Mr. Freeze. The cels are placed against a fantastic printed background measuring 16 x 13. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 19.25. The piece has the silver Warner Bros. Animation Art seal to lower right. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. Animation Art. Starting Bid $200
841. Catwoman multi-signed limited edition cel from Batman: The Animated Series. (Warner Brothers
Studios, 1998) Limited edition cel of Catwoman from Batman: The Animated Series, entitled ‘Classic Catwoman,’ numbered 408/500, depicting the feline heroine with her pet cat Isis atop a building. The cel is signed in black felt tip by voice actress Adrienne Barbeau, and the show’s producers Bruce Timm and Paul Dini. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 18. The piece has the silver Warner Bros. Animation Art seal to lower right. In very fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Warner Bros. Animation Art. A terrific limited edition cel of the perfectly elusive Selina Kyle in costume. Starting Bid $200
MGM Studios 845. John Pomeroy publicity drawing of Mrs. Brisby from The Secret of NIMH. (Don Bluth Productions, 1990s) Original publicity drawing
by John Pomeroy of Mrs. Brisby from The Secret of NIMH, showing the film’s courageous heroine in a pleasant half-length pose, signed below in pencil by Pomeroy. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 8.5 x 11 artist paper. Image measures 4.5 x 8.5. In fine condition. In addition to working as an animator for major studios like Walt Disney Animation Studios and Sullivan Bluth Studios, Pomeroy (born 1951) also served as a producer and screenwriter on several animated feature films. He’s perhaps best remembered for his influential work with Don Bluth and Gary Goldman, a team that created classic 1980s films like The Secret of NIMH, An American Tail, and The Land Before Time, as well as the groundbreaking LaserDisc video games Dragon’s Lair and Space Ace. Starting Bid $200
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Famous Studios
846. King Knife production cel and master production background from Land of the Lost. (Paramount/Famous
Studios, 1948) Original production cel and master production background featuring King Knife from Land of the Lost, showing the crowned cutlery with his sword bravely raised. The cel is placed on a marvelously detailed hand-painted master production background, showing the archway headed “Knives of Ye Square Table,” with the opening flanked by two silver teapots. Character image measures 4.25 x 6.25, with overall dimensions of 10.5 x 7.75. In fine condition. Land of the Lost was the first in a series of three Noveltoons adapted from Isabel Manning Hewson’s popular radio drama of the same name. Starting Bid $200
Walter Lantz
847. Woody Woodpecker original painting by Walter Lantz. (Walter Lantz Studios, 1980s) Original painting featuring
Woody Woodpecker by the character’s creator, Walter Lantz, showing him with an arm raised before a gorgeous mountain landscape. Accomplished in watercolor and oil on 9 x 12 art board, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Walter Lantz.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Hanna-Barbera
848. Pebbles production cel from The Flintstones. (Hanna-Barbera Studios, 1963) Original
production cel featuring Pebbles from The Flintstones, dating to the first year she appeared on the show. The cel is placed on a color copy background. Image measures 8.25 x 6, with a mat opening of 12 x 9. Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 20.25 x 17.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Five-foot-long production panorama of the Smurfs’ mushroom forest
850. Mushroom forest production cel overlay and matching super-pan production background from The Smurfs. (Hanna-Barbera Studios, 1981) Impressive original production sliding cel overlay and matching super-pan production background featuring the mushroom forest from The Smurfs. The sliding cel is a full piece of 56.5 x 10.5 celluloid, with an image of green bushes measuring 19 x 3.5 at center. It is overlaid on a lush hand-painted super-pan 62 x 10.5 background of the Smurfs’ mushroom forest, replete with flora and fungi including a huge pink mushroom, three smaller mushrooms, five white flowers, eight yellow flowers, and two thick tree trunks. Rolled and in fine condition. A huge and impressive production piece from the classic 1980s cartoon. Starting Bid $200
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854. Top Cat limited edition cel signed by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. (Hanna-Barbera Studios) Limited edition
hand-painted cel entitled ‘The Most Effectual Top Cat,’ numbered 311/350, signed in black felt tip by animation icons Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Featuring all of Top Cat’s classic characters—Officer Dibble, Spook, The Brain, Top Cat, Benny the Ball, Choo-Choo, Fancy Fancy—the cel is placed on a matching lithograph background. Images range from 2 x 2.75 to 2.5 x 7.25, with overall dimensions of 30.5 x 11.5. The piece has the Hanna-Barbera seal on lower right. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
855. The Jetsons limited edition cel signed by Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. (Hanna-Barbera Studios) Limited
edition hand-painted cel entitled ‘A New Leash on Life,’ numbered 16/500, signed in black felt tip by animation icons Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Featuring all of The Jetsons’ classic characters—Rosie the Robot, George Jetson, Elroy Jetson, Judy Jetson, Jane Jetson, Astro—the cel is placed on a matching lithograph background. Images range from 2.75 x 4.5 to 6.75 x 4, with overall dimensions of 33.5 x 11.75. The piece has the Hanna-Barbera seal on lower left. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Peanuts Schulz sketches Snoopy for the singer of ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head’
856. Charles Schulz Signed Sketch in Book. Signed book: Peanuts Jubilee. First edition. NY: Holt, Rinehart
and Winston, 1975. Hardcover with dust jacket, 15.5 x 11.5, 222 pages. Prominently signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black felt tip to hit singer B. J. Thomas, “For B. J. with every best wish-Charles M. Schulz,” with the addition of a huge full-bodied sketch of Snoopy. In fine condition, with light scuffing and wear to the covers. Accompanied by a generic certificate of authenticity signed by Thomas’s widow, Gloria Thomas, certifying it as being from their estate. Thomas is remembered for his popular songs “Hooked on a Feeling” and “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head.” A great Snoopy sketch by Schulz with a unique association. Starting Bid $200
857. Charles Schulz Signed FDC with Original Sketches of Charlie Brown and Snoopy. FDC with a
cachet honoring the centennial of the American Kennel Club, postmarked in New York on September 7, 1984, signed in black felt tip by Charles Schulz, “Schulz,” who adds terrific sketches of Charlie Brown and his beloved pet dog Snoopy. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Massive original Schulz sketch of Snoopy daydreaming on his doghouse
858. Charles Schulz Signed Oversized Original Sketch of Snoopy. Gigantic original sketch of Snoopy by Charles Schulz, depicting Charlie Brown’s beloved pet lying atop his doghouse, accomplished in black crayon on an off-white 23 x 31 board, which is signed at the bottom, “Schulz.” Reverse bears an affixed label indicating that this unique piece was “Drawn Before the Hollywood Radio and Television Society, April 26, 1977.” Board has a small built-in raised frame on the reverse measuring 19 x 27. In fine condition, with faint overall toning, and scattered small stains. An amazing poster-sized original drawing from the adored Peanuts creator—unquestionably the largest Schulz sketch we have offered. Starting Bid $1000
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Marvel Productions
859. X-Men (10) Panorama Production Watercolors with Overlay Backgrounds from X-Men: The Animated Series. (Marvel Productions, 1994) Exquisite collection of ten panorama production watercolor back-
ground paintings with cel overlays from X-Men: The Animated Series, all from season three, episode twelve, entitled ‘Savage Land, Strange Heart: Part 1.’ The backgrounds range in size from 21.25 x 10.5 to 31 x 10.5, with the linedrawing overlays adding detail to the sci-fi scenes. The stunning backgrounds feature suburban scenes, cityscapes, and municipal building interiors—some showing destruction to the buildings. In overall fine condition, with some edgewear. Starting Bid $200
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860. X-Men (10) Panorama Production Watercolors with Overlay Backgrounds from X-Men: The Animated Series. (Marvel Productions, 1994) Fantastic collection of ten panorama production watercolor background paintings with
cel overlays from X-Men: The Animated Series, all from season three, episode one, entitled ‘X-Men: Out of the Past.’ The backgrounds range in size from 18 x 11 to 28.5 x 10, with all but one featuring a line-drawing overlay adding detail to the scene. The stunning backgrounds include scenes of Stonehenge, cityscapes, and various interiors. In overall fine condition, with some edgewear. Starting Bid $200
861. X-Men (10) Panorama Production Watercolors with Overlay Backgrounds from X-Men: The Animated Series. (Marvel Productions, 1994) Stunning collection of ten panorama production watercolor background paintings with
cel overlays from X-Men: The Animated Series, all from season three, episode thirteen, entitled ‘Savage Land, Strange Heart: Part 2.’ The backgrounds range in size from 19.25 x 10.5 to 29.5 x 10.5, with the line-drawing overlays adding detail to the sci-fi scenes. The detailed backgrounds feature unearthly landscapes, village scenes, starry nights, abstract color fields, and interiors of the ship. In overall fine condition, with some edgewear. Starting Bid $200
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862. X-Men (10) Panorama Production Watercolors with Overlay Backgrounds from X-Men: The Animated Series. (Marvel Productions, 1996) Impressive collection of ten panorama production watercolor background paintings with
cel overlays from X-Men: The Animated Series, all from season three, episode ten, entitled ‘Longshot.’ The backgrounds range in size from 16 x 10.5 to 31 x 10, with the line-drawing overlays adding detail to the sci-fi scenes. The detailed backgrounds are predominately suburban scenes, with sidewalks, cars, and condominiums, plus a few more sinister-looking sites. In overall fine condition, with some edgewear. Although written as season three, episode ten, ‘Longshot’ was first shown in the fifth season after delays due to animation problems. Starting Bid $200
863. Captain America and Wolverine production cels from X-Men: The Animated Series. (Marvel Productions, 1997) Original production cels of Captain America, Wolverine, and three soldiers from X-Men: The Animated Series, which shows Steve Rogers in a large up-close pose watching Logan manhandle the armed villains. The cels are placed on a matching Marvel copy background. Character images measure 8.75 x 8.5 (Cap) and 5.25 x 4 (Wolverine and bad guys), with overall dimensions of 12.75 x 11. In fine condition, with light scattered marks to cels. Starting Bid $200
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Don Bluth Productions
866. John Pomeroy publicity drawing of Fievel Mousekewitz from An American Tail. (Don Bluth Productions, 1990s) Original publicity drawing by
John Pomeroy of Fievel Mousekewitz for the film An American Tail, which shows the brave young mouse with his arms folded in a half-length pose, signed below in pencil by Pomeroy. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 8.5 x 11 artist paper. Image measures 6.5 x 8. In fine condition.
In addition to working as an animator for major studios like Walt Disney Animation Studios and Sullivan Bluth Studios, Pomeroy (born 1951) also served as a producer and screenwriter on several animated feature films. He’s perhaps best remembered for his influential work with Don Bluth and Gary Goldman, a team that created classic 1980s films like The Secret of NIMH, An American Tail, and The Land Before Time, as well as the groundbreaking LaserDisc video games Dragon’s Lair and Space Ace. Starting Bid $200
867. John Pomeroy publicity drawing of Dirk the Daring and Princess Daphnie from Dragon’s Lair. (Don Bluth Productions, 1990s) Original publicity drawing by John Pomeroy of Dirk the Daring and Princess Daphnie from the video game Dragon’s Lair, picturing the medieval couple in sweet embrace, signed below by Pomeroy. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
868. John Pomeroy publicity drawing of Ace and Kimberly from Space Ace. (Don Bluth Productions,
1990s) Original publicity drawing by John Pomeroy of Ace and Kimberly for the video game Space Ace, which shows the couple holding each other in a pleasant half-length pose, signed below in pencil by Pomeroy. Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 8.5 x 11 artist paper. Image measures 7 x 9. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
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Beatles 872. Beatles, Ringo’s Arm, and The Dreadful Flying Glove production cels from Yellow Submarine. (King
Features, 1968) Original production cel of the Beatles, Ringo’s arm, and the Dreadful Flying Glove from Yellow Submarine, depicting the band huddled together in their marching band costumes looking down upon what appears to be Ringo’s huge hand with red-and-blue sleeve, and the Dreadful Flying Glove. Images measure 3.5 x 1 (band), 14.25 x 4.5 (arm), and 4.5 x 3 (glove), with a mat opening of 15.25 x 10.5. Archivally double-matted and framed with Tru Vu conservation glass to an overall size of 21 x 16.25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
874. The Beatles limited edition cel. (Denni Lu Co./
Apple Corps Ltd., 2007) Limited edition hand-painted cel featuring The Beatles entitled ‘Beatlemania!,’ numbered 18/100, showing John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr being chased by girls. The cel is placed on a printed background of a brick wall with signs representing the Beatles’ career journey. Character images measure about 4.25 x 6, with overall dimensions of 28 x 18. In fine condition. Accompanied by the publisher’s certificate of authenticity, which explains that the cel was inspired by ABC’s The Beatles Saturday morning cartoon series, which ran from 1965 to 1967. Starting Bid $200
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875. The Beatles limited edition model sheet. (Denni Lu Co./Apple Corps Ltd., 2007) Limited edition hand-painted model sheet cel featuring The Beatles, numbered 78/100, showing John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr in their blue suits. The cel is placed on a printed background filled with instructions for animating the ‘Fab Four.’ Character images measure about 2 x 7.5, with overall dimensions of 28 x 18. In fine condition. Accompanied by the publisher’s certificate of authenticity, which explains that the cel was recreated from the original character model sheets for ABC’s The Beatles Saturday morning cartoon series, which ran from 1965 to 1967. Starting Bid $200
36. John Quincy Adams Signature Starting Bid $200
37. Chester A. Arthur Signed Executive Mansion Card as President Starting Bid $200
38. Joe Biden 2021 Inauguration Flag Starting Bid $200
39. James Buchanan Signature Starting Bid $200
40. George Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
41. George Bush Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
42. George and Barbara Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
43. George W. Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
44. George W. Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
45. George W. Bush Signed Book Starting Bid $200
46. Jimmy Carter (2) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
47. Jimmy Carter and Lady Bird Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
48. Grover Cleveland Signed Executive Mansion Card as President Starting Bid $200
49. Grover Cleveland Document Signed as President Starting Bid $200
50. Grover Cleveland Document Signed Starting Bid $200
51. Bill Clinton Signed Oversized Photograph Starting Bid $200
52. Bill Clinton Signed Book 53. Bill Clinton Signed Book Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
54. Hillary Clinton Signed Book Starting Bid $200
55. Calvin Coolidge Signature as President Starting Bid $200
56. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed as President Starting Bid $200
57. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signed Book Starting Bid $200
58. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
59. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signature Starting Bid $200
60. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed to the Wife of Edward G. Robinson Starting Bid $200
61. Dwight D. Eisenhower Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
62. Dwight D. Eisenhower Typed Letter Signed as President-Elect Starting Bid $200
63. Millard Fillmore Signature Starting Bid $200
64. First Ladies (9) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
65. Gerald Ford (5) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
66. Gerald Ford (3) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
67. Gerald Ford Signed Book Starting Bid $200
68. Gerald Ford Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
69. James A. Garfield Signature Starting Bid $200
70. James A. Garfield Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
71. Warren G. Harding Signed White House Card as President Starting Bid $200
72. Warren G. Harding Signed Check Starting Bid $200
73. Benjamin Harrison Signed Check Starting Bid $200
74. Benjamin Harrison Signature Starting Bid $200
75. Benjamin Harrison Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
76. Rutherford B. Hayes Signature Starting Bid $200
77. Herbert Hoover Signed Book Starting Bid $200
78. Herbert Hoover Signature Starting Bid $200
79. Herbert Hoover Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
80. Lou Henry Hoover Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
81. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
82. Lyndon B. Johnson Bill Signing Pen for the 'Water Quality Act' Starting Bid $200
83. Lyndon B. Johnson Signed Book Starting Bid $200
84. Lyndon B. Johnson Signature Starting Bid $200
85. Lyndon B. Johnson Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
86. John F. Kennedy (3) 'Texas Welcome' Items Starting Bid $200
87. John F. Kennedy (4) Presidential Inauguration Items Starting Bid $200
88. Abraham Lincoln Mourning Ribbon Starting Bid $200
89. William McKinley Signature Starting Bid $200
90. William McKinley Original Photograph Starting Bid $200
91. James Monroe Signature Starting Bid $200
92. Pat Nixon Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
93. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $200
94. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $200
95. Richard Nixon Signed Book Starting Bid $200
96. Ronald Reagan Signature Starting Bid $200
97. Ronald Reagan Signed Book Starting Bid $200
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180. Apple: Wozniak and Wayne Signed Print Starting Bid $200
181. Apple: Wozniak and Wayne Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
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184. Apple: Wozniak and Wayne Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
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198. Harold H. Burton Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
199. Vint Cerf (3) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
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203. Salmon P. Chase Autograph Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
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206. Desiree Clary Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
207. Georges Clemenceau Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
208. Georges Clemenceau Signature Starting Bid $200
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210. Denton Cooley Signed Sketch Starting Bid $200
211. John J. Crittenden and John McLean Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
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213. Dalai Lama Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
214. Dalai Lama Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
215. Clarence Darrow Signature Starting Bid $200
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218. Josephine Earp Photograph Starting Bid $200
219. Matthias Erzberger Signature Starting Bid $100
220. Eugenie de Montijo Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
221. Edward Forbes Autograph Note Signed Starting Bid $100
222. Fuller Court (9) Signatures Starting Bid $200
223. Jose de Galvez y Gallardo Document Signed Starting Bid $200
224. Mikhail Gorbachev Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
225. Ernst Haeckel Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
226. Henry Halford Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
227. John Marshall Harlan II Signed Stamp Block Starting Bid $200
228. E. H. Harriman Signed Fernandina and Jacksonville Railroad Company Bond Starting Bid $200
229. Philippe Henri, Marquis de Segur Manuscript Letter Starting Bid $200
230. Joseph Henry Document Signed Starting Bid $100
231. Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Signed Commemorative Cover Starting Bid $200
232. Joseph Dalton Hooker Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
233. Charles Evans Hughes Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
234. Hughes Court (5) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
235. Alexander von Humboldt Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
236. Thomas Henry Huxley Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
237. Internet Pioneers (15) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
238. Kennedy Assassination (5) Signed Photographs: Hill, Leavelle, and Moorman Starting Bid $200
239. King Adolf Frederick of Sweden Document Signed Starting Bid $200
240. King Charles X Gustav of Sweden Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
241. King Charles XIV John of Sweden Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
242. King Edward VII Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
243. King Edward VIII Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
244. King Frederick I of Sweden Document Signed Starting Bid $200
245. King George III Document Signed Starting Bid $200
246. King George IV and King William IV (2) Signatures Starting Bid $200
249. Simon Lake Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
250. Aylmer Bourke Lambert Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
247. King John III of Sweden 248. King Sigismund III Vasa Signature of Sweden and Poland Starting Bid $200 Document Signed Starting Bid $200
251. Elias Loomis Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
252. Ferdinand Marcos Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
253. Thurgood Marshall Signed First Day Cover Starting Bid $200
254. Hudson Maxim Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
255. Florence Maybrick Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
256. Thomas McKean Document Signed Starting Bid $200
257. John McLean Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
258. James Clark McReynolds Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
259. Medical Researchers (4) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
260. George W. Melville Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
261. Mother Teresa Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
262. Mother Teresa Signed Prayer Card Starting Bid $200
263. Mother Teresa Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
264. John Nash Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
265. Jawaharlal Nehru Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
266. Simon Newcomb Signature Starting Bid $100
267. Nixon Administration (5) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
268. Nobel Prize in Chemistry (13) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
269. Nobel Prize in Economics (4) Signed Covers Starting Bid $100
270. Nobel Prize Winners (25) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
271. Denison Olmsted Autograph Document Signed Starting Bid $200
272. Texas Jack Omohundro Signature Starting Bid $200
273. Rosa Parks Autograph Note Signed Starting Bid $200
274. Rosa Parks Signed First Day Cover Starting Bid $200
275. Jozef Pilsudski Document Signed Starting Bid $200
276. William Pitt the Younger Signature Starting Bid $200
277. Politicians and Lawyers (6) Signatures Starting Bid $200
278. Pope Gregory XVI: Luigi Lambruschini Document Signed Starting Bid $200
279. Pope Leo XIII Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
280. Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
281. Princess Victoria of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
282. Melvin Purvis (Partial) Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
283. Queen Victoria Document Signed Starting Bid $200
284. Queen Victoria Signature Starting Bid $200
285. Yitzhak Rabin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
286. Stanley Reed Signed Stamp Block Starting Bid $200
287. Rhode Island Politicians Archive of (40+) Letters and Documents Starting Bid $200
288. Series 1902 Blue Stamp 10-Dollar Bill (William McKinley) Starting Bid $200
289. Series 1922 20-Dollar Gold Certificate (George Washington) Starting Bid $200
290. May French Sheldon Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
291. William Shockley Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
292. Samuel Slater Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
293. Benjamin Spock Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
294. Stone Court (9) Signatures Starting Bid $200
295. Supreme Court Justices (6) Signed Commemorative Covers Starting Bid $200
296. Supreme Court Justices (7) Signatures Starting Bid $200
297. Supreme Court Justices (7) Signatures Starting Bid $200
298. Count Laszlo Szogyeny-Marich Jr. (2) Typed Letters Signed Starting Bid $100
299. Tech Innovators (13) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
300. Margaret Thatcher (2) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
301. Jan Tinbergen Autograph Manuscript Signed Starting Bid $200
302. Titanic: Widener,
303. Daniel D. Tompkins Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
304. Desmond Tutu Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
305. United States 50-cent Fractional Currency (William Crawford) Starting Bid $200
306. William K. Vanderbilt and Chauncey Depew Signed Mortgage Bond Starting Bid $200
307. William K. Vanderbilt and Chauncey Depew Signed Mortgage Bond Starting Bid $200
308. Fred M. Vinson Signed Stamp Block Starting Bid $200
309. Vinson Court (5) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
310. Waite Court (9) Signatures Starting Bid $200
311. Eugen Warming Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
312. Earl Warren Document Signed Starting Bid $100
313. Warren Court (6) Signatures Starting Bid $200
314. Booker T. Washington Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
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315. Daniel Webster Document Signed Starting Bid $200
316. Western North Carolina Railroad Company Mortgage Bond Starting Bid $200
317. William Whewell Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
318. White Court (6) Signatures Starting Bid $200
319. Meg Whitman Signed 2003 eBay Snow Globe: Limited Edition No. 1 of 2000 Starting Bid $200
320. Elie Wiesel Signed Book Starting Bid $200
321. Wilhelm II Document Signed Starting Bid $200
322. Oliver Wolcott, Jr. Document Signed Starting Bid $100
323. Levi Woodbury Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
331. Herbert Kitchener Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
336. American Generals (15) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
337. Pappy Boyington Signed Book Starting Bid $200
338. Omar Bradley Document Signed Starting Bid $200
339. Omar Bradley Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
340. Lazare Carnot Document Signed Starting Bid $200
341. Enola Gay: Tibbets, Ferebee, Van Kirk Signed Print Starting Bid $200
342. Enola Gay: Tibbets, Ferebee, Van Kirk Signed Print Starting Bid $200
343. Enola Gay (3) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
344. Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets Signed Print Starting Bid $200
345. Élie Frédéric Forey Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
346. Joseph Fouche Starting Bid $200
347. Wade Hampton Signature Starting Bid $200
348. Joseph Joffre Signature Starting Bid $200
349. Jean-Baptiste Jourdan Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
350. Henry Lee Document Signed Starting Bid $200
351. Nelson A. Miles Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
352. Jean Victor Marie Moreau Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
353. John J. Pershing and Charles Evans Hughes Signatures Starting Bid $200
354. Eddie Rickenbacker Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
355. Matthew Ridgway Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
356. Daniel Sickles (2) Documents Signed Starting Bid $200
357. Louis-Gabriel Suchet Document Signed Starting Bid $200
358. Mary Edwards Walker Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
359. Duke of Wellington Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
360. Duke of Wellington Signature Starting Bid $200
361. World War I: Central Powers Generals (4) Signed Postcards Starting Bid $200
363. Confederate Air Force Starting Bid $100
364. Hugo Eckener Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
365. Chuck Yeager Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
368. Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
369. Buzz Aldrin (3) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
370. Apollo 13 Signed Recovery Cover Starting Bid $200
371. Astronauts (7) Signed Bookplate Starting Bid $200
373. Frank Borman Signed 'Earthrise' Photograph Starting Bid $200
374. Frank Borman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
375. Michael Collins Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
376. Ron Evans Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
377. S. David Griggs Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
378. Fred Haise Signed Oversized Photograph Starting Bid $200
379. Fred Haise Signed Beta Patch Starting Bid $200
380. Jim Irwin Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
381. Jim Irwin Signed Handwritten Notes Starting Bid $200
382. Jim Irwin (3) Signed Business Cards Starting Bid $200
383. Jim Irwin and Arthur Rudolph Signed Commemorative Cover Starting Bid $200
384. Bruce McCandless Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
385. Mercury Astronauts (7) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
386. Mercury Astronauts (4) Signed Items Starting Bid $100
387. Mercury-Redstone 3: Freedom 7 (2) Canary Island Teletype Printout Sheets Starting Bid $200
388. Edgar Mitchell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
389. Edgar Mitchell Signed Stamp Block Starting Bid $200
390. Edgar Mitchell Signed Photograph Starting Bid $100
391. Moonwalkers (3) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
392. Moonwalkers (3) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
393. Moonwalkers (3) Signed Books Starting Bid $200
394. NASA Exceptional Service Medal Starting Bid $200
395. NASA Group 9 Starting Bid $200
396. Judy Resnik Signed Launch Day FDC Starting Bid $200
397. Stuart A. Roosa Signed Postage Stamp Starting Bid $200
398. Wally Schirra (3) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
399. Dave Scott TwiceSigned Stamp Block Starting Bid $200
400. Alan Shepard Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
401. Space Shuttle Endeavour Space Flight Awareness Flag Starting Bid $200
402. Space Shuttle Astronauts (25) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
403. Valentina Tereshkova Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
404. Women Astronauts (9) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
414. Ansel Adams Signed Book Starting Bid $200
415. Marc Chagall Signed Postcard Starting Bid $200
416. Buckminster Fuller Signed Book Starting Bid $200
417. Buckminster Fuller Signed Book Page Starting Bid $200
418. Francoise Gilot (2) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
419. Roy Lichtenstein Signed Postcard Starting Bid $200
420. Felix Nadar Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
421. Helmut Newton Signed Postcard Starting Bid $200
422. Norman Rockwell Signed Book Starting Bid $200
423. Norman Rockwell Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
424. Felicien Rops Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
425. Max and Albert Rosenthal (43) Signed Supreme Court Etchings Starting Bid $100
426. John Tenniel Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
427. Andy Warhol Signed and Initialed Book Starting Bid $200
428. Andy Warhol Signature Starting Bid $200
444. American Poets (5) Autographs Starting Bid $200
445. Isaac Asimov Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
446. Isaac Asimov Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
447. Authors (25) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
448. Peter Benchley Typed Letter Signed with Shark Sketch Starting Bid $200
449. John Burroughs Signed Photograph and Autograph Manuscript Signed for the Poem 'Waiting' Starting Bid $200
450. Francois-Rene de Chateaubriand Starting Bid $200
451. Joseph Conrad Signed Book Starting Bid $200
452. Noel Coward Signature Starting Bid $200
453. Gabriele D'Annunzio Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
454. Rebecca Harding Davis Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
455. Marie von EbnerEschenbach Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
456. T. S. Eliot Signature Starting Bid $200
457. Theodor Fontane Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
458. Robert Frost Signed Book Starting Bid $200
459. Gerhart Hauptmann Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
462. August von Kotzebue Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
463. Octavia Walton Le Vert Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
460. Hermann Hesse Signed 461. Ken Kesey Signed First Photograph Day Cover Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
464. Henry Miller Signed Book Starting Bid $200
465. Hannah More Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $100
466. Dollie Radford Autograph Manuscript Signed Starting Bid $200
467. Peter Rosegger (5) Autograph Letters Signed Starting Bid $200
468. John Ruskin Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
469. Carl Sandburg Signed Book Starting Bid $200
470. Maurice Sendak Signed Limited Edition Print Starting Bid $200
471. Samuel Francis Smith Autograph Quote Signed Starting Bid $200
472. Laurence Stallings Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
473. Kurt Vonnegut Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
474. Kurt Vonnegut Signed First Day Cover Starting Bid $100
475. Tennessee Williams Original Oversized Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
476. Tennessee Williams Signature Starting Bid $200
477. Cornell Woolrich Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
510. Maria Callas Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
511. Composers (9) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
512. Charles Gounod Autograph Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
513. Arthur Nikisch Signed Postcard Photo Starting Bid $200
514. Eugene Ysaye Autograph Musical Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
515. Carl Michael Ziehrer Autograph Musical Quotation Signed Starting Bid $200
516. Fletcher Henderson Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
517. John Williams Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
518. The Animals Signed Promo Card Starting Bid $200
519. Beatles: Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band Signed Drum Head Starting Bid $200
520. Beatles: Ringo Starr Signed Book Starting Bid $200
521. Black Sabbath Signed 'Paranoid' Record Starting Bid $200
522. Blondie 1976 Early Promotional Poster Starting Bid $200
523. Bon Jovi Signed Contest Poster Starting Bid $200
524. David Bowie Signature Starting Bid $200
525. David Bowie Document Signed Starting Bid $200
526. Jimmy Buffett Signed Guitar Starting Bid $200
527. Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Signed Blind Fath Tour Book Starting Bid $200
528. Sheryl Crow Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
529. Genesis Signed Album Starting Bid $200
530. Jefferson Starship Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
531. Elton John Signed Album Starting Bid $200
532. Elton John Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
533. Elton John Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
534. Elton John and Bernie Taupin Signed Album Starting Bid $200
535. Judas Priest Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
536. The Kinks Signatures Starting Bid $200
537. KISS Signed 1992 Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
538. Led Zeppelin (2) Signed Photographs of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones Starting Bid $200
539. Led Zeppelin: Jimmy Page Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
540. The Monkees Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
541. Carl Perkins Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
542. Rolling Stones: Charlie Watt Signed Pickguard Starting Bid $200
543. Diana Ross Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
544. Carlos Santana Signed 1991 Concert Poster Starting Bid $200
545. The Searchers Signed Album Starting Bid $200
546. Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band Signed Album Starting Bid $200
547. The Smiths Signed Album Starting Bid $200
548. Bruce Springsteen Signature Starting Bid $200
549. The Supremes Document Signed Starting Bid $200
550. Stevie Ray Vaughan Photographic Print by Robert M. Knight Starting Bid $200
551. The Who: Pete Townshend Signed 1996 Concert Print Starting Bid $200
552. Frank Zappa Signature Starting Bid $100
553. ABBA Signed Album Starting Bid $200
554. ABBA Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
555. ABBA Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
556. Bee Gees Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
557. Billie Eilish Signed Album Starting Bid $200
558. Bobby 'Boris' Pickett Signed Handwritten Lyrics for 'Monster Mash' Starting Bid $200
573. Abbott and Costello Signatures Starting Bid $200
574. Academy AwardWinning Actresses (6) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
575. Fred Astaire and George Burns Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
576. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
577. Mikhail Baryshnikov Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
578. Batman Multi-Signed Print Starting Bid $200
579. Ingrid Bergman Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
580. Jeff Bridges Original Oversized Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
581. Yul Brynner Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
582. Luis Bunuel Signature Starting Bid $200
583. Sean Connery Document Signed for an 'Untitled James Bond Project' Starting Bid $200
584. James Dean Original Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
585. James Dean Original Photographic Print by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
586. James Dean Original Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
587. James Dean Original Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
588. James Dean Original Oversized Photographic Print by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
589. Frankenstein: Marilyn Harris Signed Book Starting Bid $200
590. Rex Harrison Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
591. Jim Henson Signed FDC with Original Sketch of Kermit the Frog Starting Bid $200
592. Rock Hudson Document Signed Twice Starting Bid $200
593. George Hurrell Signed Photograph: Humphrey Bogart Starting Bid $200
594. Val Kilmer Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
595. Akira Kurosawa and Toshiro Mifune Signatures Starting Bid $200
596. Stan Laurel and William Goetz Document Signed Starting Bid $200
597. Laverne and Shirley: Marshall and Williams Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
598. Vivien Leigh Typed Letter Signed Starting Bid $200
599. Steve McQueen Original Contact Sheet by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
600. Ethel Merman and William Goetz Document Signed Starting Bid $200
601. Marilyn Monroe Original Photograph by Roy Schatt Starting Bid $200
602. Anna Pavlova Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
603. Natacha Rambova Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
604. Christopher Reeve Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
605. Will Rogers Signed Statement on Calvin Coolidge Starting Bid $200
606. Peter Sellers Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
607. Star Trek: James Doohan Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
608. Star Wars: Carrie Fisher Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
612. Twilight Zone: Burgess Meredith Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
609. Star Wars: Ralph McQuarrie and Dave Prowse Signed Print Starting Bid $200
610. James Stewart and Marlene Dietrich Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
611. Elizabeth Taylor Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
613. Maria Von Trapp Typed 614. Western Legends MultiLetter Signed Signed Book Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
615. Robin Williams Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
616. Wizard of Oz: Munchkins (9) Signed Poster Starting Bid $200
619. Muhammad Ali Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
620. Baseball Multi-Signed Book Starting Bid $200
621. Baseball 1961 All-Stars Multi-Signed Program Starting Bid $200
622. Baseball Hall of Famers (6) Signed Photographs Starting Bid $200
623. Mickey Cochrane Signed Book Starting Bid $200
624. Denver Broncos: 1996 Multisigned (30+) Football Helmet Starting Bid $200
625. LA Lakers: 1996-1997 Team-Signed Jersey Starting Bid $200
626. Mickey Mantle Signed Book Starting Bid $200
627. Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, and Stan Musial Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
628. Don Mattingly Signed NY Yankees Cap and Personally-Used Batting Gloves Starting Bid $200
630. NY Yankees: 2001 Team-Signed Baseball Starting Bid $200
631. Olympic Runners (7) Signed Covers Starting Bid $200
632. Steve Prefontaine Ephemera Starting Bid $100
636. Robert Crumb (5) Signed Items Starting Bid $200
637. Popeye production drawing from Sock-a-Bye, Baby Starting Bid $200
638. Betty Boop 'Boop-OopA-Doop' pen and ink drawing by Ned Sonntag Starting Bid $200
639. Betty Boop on Motorcycle pen and ink drawing by Ned Sonntag Starting Bid $200
641. Mickey and Minnie Mouse production drawing from Mickey in Arabia Starting Bid $200
652. Abner production drawing from The Country Cousin signed by Art Babbitt Starting Bid $200
658. Little Hiawatha production drawing from Little Hiawatha Starting Bid $200
695. Pink Pegasus production cel from Fantasia Starting Bid $200
708. Pinocchio production drawing from Pinocchio Starting Bid $200
712. Pinocchio production drawing from Pinocchio Starting Bid $200
713. Stromboli production drawing from Pinocchio Starting Bid $200
714. Stromboli production drawing from Pinocchio Starting Bid $200
736. Captain Hook and Tick- 737. Tick-Tock the Crocodile Tock the Crocodile production drawing from production drawing from Peter Pan Peter Pan Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
733. Footman with glass slipper production cel from Cinderella Starting Bid $200
735. Mr. Smee production cel from Peter Pan Starting Bid $200
752. Maleficent pan production drawing from Sleeping Beauty Starting Bid $200
759. Briar Rose production drawing from Sleeping Beauty Starting Bid $200
760. Milt Kahl production drawing of Prince Phillip from Sleeping Beauty Starting Bid $200
764. Merlin Production drawing from The Sword in the Stone Starting Bid $200
770. Winnie the Pooh production cel from a Disney television cartoon Starting Bid $200
774. Tod production cel from Fox and the Hound Starting Bid $200
777. Princess Eilonwy, Gurgi, and Fair Folk production cels and line test background cel from The Black Cauldron Starting Bid $200
778. Felix the Cat production cel from Felix the Cat: The Movie Starting Bid $200
779. Felix the Cat production cel from Felix the Cat: The Movie Starting Bid $200
780. Rabbit production cel from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Starting Bid $100
781. Tigger production cel from The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Starting Bid $200
785. Mickey Mouse limited 786. Mickey Mouse limited 787. Mickey Mouse limited edition cel from the Magic of edition cel from the Magic of edition cel from the Magic of Disney series Disney series Disney series Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
788. Glen Keane rough 789. Mickey Mouse limited production drawing of Beast edition cel from the Magic of from Beauty and the Beast Disney series Starting Bid $200 Starting Bid $200
790. Donald Duck production cel and production drawing from the Epcot Center short 'Careers' signed by Tony Anselmo
801. Full cast publicity painting from The Lion King Starting Bid $200
805. Tarzan limited edition cel from the Magic of Disney series Starting Bid $200
808. Scrooge McDuck and bubbles production cels from a Disney cartoon Starting Bid $200
822. Bugs Bunny production cel from a television cartoon Starting Bid $200
823. Tweety and Sylvester original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
824. Looney Tunes characters original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
825. Looney Tunes characters original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
826. Bugs Bunny and Gossamer original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
827. Ralph Wolf and Sam Sheepdog original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
828. Daffy Duck and Porky Pig original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
829. Bugs Bunny original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
830. Daffy Duck and Elmer Fudd original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
831. Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
832. Marvin the Martian, Daffy Duck, and Porky Pig original drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
833. Michigan J. Frog original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
834. Yosemite Sam original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
835. Speedy Gonzales original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
836. Gossamer original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
837. Foghorn Leghorn original model sheet drawing by Virgil Ross Starting Bid $200
844. Mel Blanc Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
849. Dick Dastardly and Muttley key master laser background cel set-up from Wacky Races Starting Bid $200
851. Smurfette and four Smurfs production cel and master production background from The Smurfs television show Starting Bid $200
852. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera Twice-Signed Production Cel Starting Bid $200
853. Scooby-Doo animation story illustration for a Scooby-Doo cartoon signed by Scott Neely Starting Bid $200
864. Stan Lee Signed Photograph Starting Bid $200
865. Matt Groening Signed Poster with Sketch of Bart Simpson Starting Bid $200
873. Garfield and Mice production key master background set-up from Garfield and Friends signed by Jim Davis Starting Bid $200
869. Hank Ketcham Typed Letter Signed and (3) Original Storyboard Sketches Starting Bid $200
870. The Grinch production cel from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! signed by Dr. Seuss Starting Bid $200
871. Ringo Starr production cel from Yellow Submarine Starting Bid $200
Conditions of Sale ANYONE EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID (“BIDDER”) ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH R&R AUCTION COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC (“RR AUCTION”) TOGETHER WITH BIDDER, THE “PARTIES”). This Agreement contains important provisions that control rights and liabilities, and specifically has provisions governing how disputes are handled as well as LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY that can be imposed upon RR Auction, WAIVER OF JURY and ARBITRATION PROVISIONS. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. The following terms and conditions (“Conditions of Sale”) constitute the sole terms and conditions under which RR Auction will offer for sale and sell the property on its website, and/or described in the catalog of items for auction (the “Catalog”). These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Parties with respect to the auction in which Bidder participates (the “Auction”). By bidding at the Auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, online, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby.
Section 1 The Parties1.1 RR Auction and Auction This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the Catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site. The Auction is conducted under these Conditions of Sale. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed Catalog. 1.2 Bidder Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein. If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal. The rights granted to Bidder under these Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent or legal guardian’s written consent containing an acknowledgment of the Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder. All Bidders must meet RR Auction’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the Auction. If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid and agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale in addition to company for whom the Bidder is acting By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. Section 2 Bidding Privileges
2.1 In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established an account with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Privileges will be granted at the sole discretion of RR Auction. Additionally, Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide a cash deposit prior to RR Auction’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the Auction venue. 2.2 Bidder providing any false or misleading information provided in connection with the registration shall be a material breach of the Conditions of Sale and in addition to any other remedies at law shall excuse RR Auction from performance under these Conditions of Sale, including the right to any refund. 2.2 Bidding privileges may be revoked without notice, for any reason, at the sole discretion of RR Auction . Section 3 Buyer’s Premium 3.1 The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed and live Auctions. . For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is earlier. Bidder’s failure to pay any payment in full when due required shall constitute a material breach, and in addition to other damages available under contract or law, at RR Auction’s election, RR Auction may cancel the sale and require full premium still be due along with interest at 1.5% per month from the date of breach, or at the maximum legally allowable rate. Section 4 Bidding 4.1 Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s) and independent investigation, rather than the any reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere. 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. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile, online, and in person) will be present, and since a reoffering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and RR Auction has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake. 4.3 All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder. 4.4 Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder and Bidder has fully satisfied any outstanding financial obligations to RR Auction (including as it concerns aby other lots). RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder. 4.5 It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all risk of loss upon the earlier of shipment to Bidder or in Bidder’s possession. 4.6 Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder fur-
ther grants RR Auction a lien consisting of a senior security interest (or purchase money security interest to the extent applicable) in such sums or items to the fullest extent applicable, authorizes RR Auction to file documents concerning the interest, and Bidder agrees to execute any further documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued fees and expenses, until the indebtedness is paid. 4.7 By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction. 4.8 RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders. Section 5 Bidding Options 5.1 Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid. 5.2 When identical bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins. 5.3 In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction. 5.4 RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless RR Auction directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction will determine the successful Bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive. Section 6 Payment 6.1 Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than sixty (60) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder. 6.2 Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot. 6.3 All sales for total invoices greater than $1,000 are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements.
6.4 All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks. 6.5 In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment. 6.7 If RR Auction refers any unpaid invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay and shall be liable for RR Auction’s attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction in addition to the invoice amount and interest the greater of 1.5% per month or at the maximum legally allowable rate from date of invoice to collection. 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. The states that are affected are: ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEBRASKA, NEVADA, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, NORTH CAROLINA, OHIO, OKLAHOMA, PENNSYLVANIA,RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON, WISCONSIN 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%. 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 third-party 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) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. 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 ”donot-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 subpart (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.
(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.
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.
For Residents of California:
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.
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.
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 conclusive 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
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:
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.
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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