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531. Johannes Brahms Signed Photograph. Famed
German composer (1833-1897) whose works in the classical spirit, written in the midst of the Romantic era, take a place among the most enduring music of the 19th century. Exceptional 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet portrait of Brahms in a bust-length profile pose, boldly signed in black ink, “Giovanni Brahms.” Published by the Rudolf Krziwanek studios of Vienna. Includes an unsigned period 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Brahms, with his likeness notably blurred by silvering. In fine condition, with light overall mottled foxing. Consignor notes that the cabinet portrait derives from the collection of the Italian composer Leone Sinigaglia. In 1888 Sinigaglia began to travel, and after stays in several European cities he moved to Vienna in 1894, forming an association with Johannes Brahms from whom he developed a taste for so-called ‘absolute music.’ Starting Bid $1000
532. Johannes Brahms Autograph Letter Signed.
ALS in German, signed “J. Brahms,” one page on a 4.75 x 3.25 postcard, March 30, 1875. Untranslated handwritten letter by Brahms, addressed on the reverse in his hand. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200
Rare handwritten letter by Ludwig van Beethoven, sending his ‘Missa Solemnis’ to London
ALS in German, signed “Beethoven,” one page, 9.5 x 8.25, circa September 1823. Letter to Franz Christian Kirchhoffer, concerning the sending of the ‘Missa Solemnis’ to London. He invites him to lunch at his flat on Sunday, with his nephew Karl: the weather appears promising, and his presence would be a great pleasure for both of them. In full (translated): “My dear Kirchhoffer: If it is not possible to send a packet through the English embassy to London, please inquire. I will therefore tomorrow send an answer or if you think it is good for the occasion? On Sunday we will certainly see you, my Karl and I at table, the weather seems to be favorable again and it will be very pleasant for us both to have you here.” In very good condition, with professional repairs and restoration, including full backing. Kirchhoffer served as cashier at the Hofmann & Goldstein Bank in Vienna. Several times in 1823 he helped Beethoven to send funds as well as music to their mutual friend Ferdinand Ries in London. The shipment of the “packet” in question is the just-completed Missa Solemnis, op. 123, for which Ries is to find a publisher. During Beethoven’s lifetime, the Missa Solemnis was widely considered his masterpiece. It was this work to which he dedicated the most time and intense effort, working on it over the course of four years. In a letter of 1819, Beethoven wrote, ‘The day when a High Mass of mine is performed in honor of the solemnities…will be the most delightful of my life,’ and in 1822 called the Missa Solemnis his ‘greatest work.’ The piece is even present in the most famous image of Beethoven, an 1820 portrait by Joseph Karl Stieler, which shows the composer holding a pencil above his notebook labeled ‘Missa Solemnis.’ A superb autograph letter by the revered composer. Starting Bid $10000
Rare Polish piano music from the pen of Frederic Chopin
533. Frederic Chopin Autograph Musical Quotation
Signed. AMQS on an off-white 8.25 x 5.5 sheet featuring an ornate purple border, signed and inscribed at the conclusion in ink, “Madame Kiéné, hommage respectueux de son devoué, Chopin.” Chopin pens the complete piano score of the Polish song “Wiosna, paroles de Witwicki,” op. posth. 74 nr. 2 in g minor, indicated “All[egre]tto.” This composition, originally written as ‘Andantino’ for one singing voice with piano accompaniment, probably in the spring of 1838, set to a text by Stefan Witwicki, is a typical Dumka, the melancholic counterpart of Polish idyllic song. The oscillation between g minor and b flat major creates a nostalgic ‘senza-fine’ mood. It is probably dedicated to the pianist Marie Catherine Kiéné, née Leyer, the mother of the pianist and composer Anne Marie Bigot de Morogues, who died at a young age, and taught the piano to Fanny Hensel and Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy. In fine condition.
Stefan Witwicki, who wrote most of the texts of the surviving Chopin songs, pressured him to compose a Polish opera. Chopin however, who only enjoyed improvising on Polish songs in a private circle, neither included them in his concert programs, nor had them published. Some songs only existed as drafts and were to be burned, according to Chopin’s last will. Up to date, a total of merely 19 songs are known. The first edition of this song was published as late as 1856 by Aleksander Gins in Warsaw, set to the text of a poem by Stanislaw Jachowicz. Starting Bid $10000
Pristine publishing contract for Haydn’s magnificent final oratorio, ‘The Seasons’
535. Franz Joseph Haydn Document Signed. Exces-
sively rare and extremely desirable manuscript DS in German, signed “Joseph Haydn,” one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, July 21, 1801. Untranslated contract in which Haydn cedes publication rights to his oratorio ‘The Seasons’ to Breitkopf & Haertel. Haydn agrees not to sell the work to third parties or make it available to any third parties before publication. He also agrees to copyedit the proofs in due time and to publicly announce having transferred the said publishing rights. Breitkopf & Haertel agree to pay a total royalty of 4500 Viennese florins, 2000 of which are to be advanced at the time of undersigning. Beautifully signed at the conclusion by Haydn, who adds the place and date, “Eisenstadt 21st July 1801,” affixing his monogrammed wax seal, impressed with the initials “JH,” to the right of his signature. In fine to very fine condition. After nearly five decades of prolific composition and relentless work, Haydn had solidified his place as one of the most important composers of all time, enjoying international renown and financial stability. Following the success of his 1798 oratorio, The Creation, he decided to write a second, The Seasons. After Baron Gottfried van Swieten prepared the libretto for it, Haydn began his composition; but with his health declining, he struggled to complete his work, turning the project into a two-year venture. The Seasons finally had its dual premiere (first for the aristocracy, then for the general public) in the spring of 1801, and received overwhelmingly positive reviews. By the time the production was finished, the aging musician found himself physically incapable of continuing his work and quickly assigned the new oratorio to his regular publisher, Breitkopf & Härtel, who released it in 1802. An outstandingly rare document from the prominent composer at the close of his distinguished career. Starting Bid $5000
534. Edvard Grieg Signed Photograph. Highly sought-after 4.25
x 6.5 cabinet photo of Grieg in a stylish suit, signed on the reverse in black ink. Published by Christensen & Morange of Copenhagen. Also bears a notation of the collector’s name on the reverse. In very good to fine condition, with light scuffing to the image, and some small stains and a corner crack to the signed side. Originates from the collection of American violinist and pianist Louis Persinger (1887–1966), who trained at the Leipzig Conservatory and later taught at Juilliard, mentoring the likes of Yehudi Menuhin, Ruggiero Ricci, and Isaac Stern. Starting Bid $200
French, signed “G. Puccini,” one page, 6.25 x 9.75, Torre del Lago letterhead, November 26, 1906. Untranslated handwritten letter to the music critic and composer Gaston Knosp, addressed on the reverse in Puccini’s own hand. In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges, two rusty circular paperclip impressions to the top, and a split central horizontal fold repaired with tape on the reverse. Starting Bid $200
537. Giacomo Puccini Signed Postcard. Postcard depicting the “Nuvo Arsenal de Guerra” in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 5.5. x 3.5, signed along the bottom in ink, “Giacomo Puccini, Maggio 906.” Addressed on the reverse in Puccini’s hand. In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Starting Bid $200
Schumann orders her watch and keys to be “delivered to court conductor Hermann Levi”
538. Clara Schumann Autograph Letter Signed. ALS in German, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8.5, June 23, 1878. Handwritten letter to “Mrs. Landau,” in part (translated): “Again, I have to ask you a favor. I left my watch in your nighttable and two keys. Please, would you kindly send all of it to Munich, to be delivered to court conductor Hermann Levi. I am very sorry to bother you, I do not understand my negligence…Our trip was very pleasant…Since my departure I spoke immediately on behalf of the governess for the Belgian family and I thought one should first of all write to ask what the demands will be, also at the same time one should inquire about the pay.” In fine condition, with writing showing through from opposing sides. Starting Bid $200
Artwork. Two original unsigned pen and ink works of art by Miles Davis on either side of an 11 x 14 heavy stock sheet, most likely removed from a sketch pad. Works are entitled ‘Abstract Woman’ #127A, and ‘Abstract Woman’ #127B, with one depicting a female form that appears to be dancing, and the image on the reverse a more abstract form of what appears to be two women, back to back, with one supporting the weight of the other. In fine condition, with a small stain. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Jonathan Poole Fine Art, and a signed statement from Poole, who attests that he has represented the Davis Estate since 1991. Starting Bid $200
More than sixty jazz icons of the early ‘60s, highlighted by Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, and Dizzy Gillespie
540. Jazz Legends Autograph Books (60+ Signatures). Three vintage 5 x 3 autograph albums containing over 60 signatures of jazz legends, mostly single-sided, all identified and dated by the original collector, ranging from 1960 to 1964. Signers are: Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Eric Dolphy, Sonny Stitt, Dizzy Gillespie, Bill Chase, Bill Hunt, Roy Eldridge, JJ Johnson, Gerry Lamy, Jake Hanna, Art Davis, Chuck Andrus, Don Ferrera, Jim Reider, Patty Bown, Will Dennis, Sal Nistico, Bob Brookmeyer, Danny Nolan, Gordon Olsson, Benny Bailey, Gene Quill, Henry Southall, Nat Pierce, Mel Lewis, Floyd Standifer, Buddy Catlett, Zoot Sims, Woody Herman, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Gene Allen, Jerome Richardson, Jimmy Cleveland, Conte Candoli, Charlie Mariano, Melba Liston, Nick Travis, Jim Hall, Porter Kilbert, Alan Raph, Pete La Rocca, Julius Watkins, Art Farmer, Willie Dennis, Gerry Mulligan, Sahib Shihab, Steve Swallow, Joe Harris, Bob Donovan, Quincy Jones, Clyde Reasinger, Johnny Coles, Quentin Jackson, Paul Chambers, Donnie Richmond, Clifford Jordan, Wynton Kelly, Les Spann, Phil Woods, Norman Granz, and Jaki Byard. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200
541. Charles Mingus and Eric Dolphy Signed Program Page. Desirable page
removed from a French-language program for the first annual European Jazz Festival held in Antibes, Le Cap, and Juan-les-Pins in 1960, 8.25 x 10.5, signed in blue ballpoint by Charles Mingus, Eric Dolphy, Booker Ervin, Dannie Richmond, and Ted Curson. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Starting Bid $200
542. Charlie Parker Quintet Signatures.
Vintage ink signatures of the Charlie Parker Quintet—Miles Davis, Max Roach, Tommy Potter, and Duke Jordan—on an off-white 9.5 x 6 notebook page bearing a felt tip sketch of the band playing live. Mounted and matted with a photo of the quintet to an overall size of 13 x 15.75. In fine condition, with some light stains. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
543. Django Reinhardt Signature. Jazz guitarist and
composer (1910–1953) who invented an entirely new style of jazz guitar technique, sometimes called ‘hot’ jazz guitar. Scarce vintage pencil signature, “D. Reinhardt,” on a beige 5 x 3 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a signature of Stephane Grappelli, the French jazz violinist who founded the Quintette du Hot Club de France with Reinhardt in 1934. Starting Bid $200
544. Patsy Cline Signed
Photograph. Fantastic vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Cline in a lovely head-and-shoulders pose, signed in fountain pen, “Musically Yours, Patsy Cline.” In very good condition, with overall creasing, and a heavier diagonal crease near the bottom edge. Starting Bid $200
“I have listened to the album, Ballads From The Dust Bowl,” Guthrie writes, preparing to reissue “HARD TRAVELING” and “PASTURES OF PLENTY” on Folkways Records
545. Woody Guthrie Typed Letter Signed. TLS, signed,
“Woody Guthrie,” one page, lightly-lined, 7.5 x 9.75, March 19, 1946. Letter to Moe Asch and Marian Distler. In part: “I have listened to the album, Ballads From The Dust Bowl, and like the cover better than I thought I did. I think this cover will look better to a customer on a shelf or in a window than it does to me, and this is how David Stone Martin wanted it to look... The Letter and Words to the Songs on the inside front cover are too small to read. It is like hunting back into the archives of folk songs for something that is right there in front of you... The order that I like the records are: MY NEW FOUND LAND / PASTURES OF PLENTY / HARD TRAVELING / RAMBLING BLUES / CURFEW / TALKING COLUMBIA.” In fine condition, with some light corner creasing. Humorously addressed, “DEAR MOE: ASCH’S CRASHES, / DEAR MARIAN: DITSLER’S DISCS,” this letter to the founders of legendary Folkways Records reads as pure Woody Guthrie from start to finish. When the musician found Victor RCA unwilling to reissue his first commercial album, Ballads From the Dust Bowl, he authorized Folkways to copy the discs and put out its own version. In reading this incredible letter, packed with important references, it is hard not to imagine the spirited musician punching the keys of his old typewriter in his Mermaid Avenue apartment. Starting Bid $500
Beatles autographs from backstage at Margate Winter Gardens
546. Beatles Signed 1963 Oversized Parlophone Records Promotional Card. Original circa 1963 oversized
Parlophone Records promotional card of the Beatles wearing matching dark suits, 7.5 x 5, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The picture on the front of the card was taken by Angus McBean at the E. M. I. House in Manchester, England, on January 21, 1963. In fine condition, with small tape stains at the bottom edge.
The consignor notes that the autographs were obtained at the Winter Gardens in Margate, England, when the Beatles were performing there between July 8 and 13, 1963. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the son of the original recipient: “The signatures were obtained in 1963 at Margate Winter Gardens. My Grandad, who worked for the local council, got my mum backstage to meet The Beatles.” Starting Bid $1000
547. Beatles 1961 Original Photograph. Vintage glossy 2.25 x 3.25 photograph of the Beatles taken outside the Cavern Club in Liverpool in mid-1961. The group—George Harrison, Pete Best, John Lennon, and Paul McCartney—is pictured leaning on the front of their touring van, which was driven by their newly appointed tour manager Neil Aspinall. In very good condition, with staining, overall ceasing, and a tear to the top edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Rare metal mothers for Vee-Jay’s Introducing... The Beatles—the subject of a famous record label legal battle
548. Beatles: ‘Introducing the Beatles’ Metal Mothers. Rare pair of metal mothers for a 1964 Vee-Jay Records release of Introducing… The Beatles, the first studio album released by the Beatles in the United States. Produced from a master reference lacquer, metal mothers are used to create the stampers used in the production of vinyl records, which press a vinyl puck into the final grooved record. These metal mothers, which measure 14˝ in diameter, are marked in the trail off areas with “ARC,” “URJ,” and “3-25-4.” One is marked “63-3402” and the other is marked “63-3403,” corresponding to the A-side and B-side of the second version of Introducing… The Beatles. Housed in a cardboard sleeve marked, “Mothers, Introducing The Beatles, 63-3402, 63-3403.” In very good to fine condition, with a split to one edge of the cardboard sleeve. Vee-Jay’s release of Introducing… The Beatles was fraught with legal difficulties. The first version, which featured the unreleased singles ‘Love Me Do’ and ‘P.S. I Love You,’ had to be pulled from circulation within a week of its release, as Vee-Jay had not obtained the correct license for the songs. Vee-Jay quickly reconfigured the record with ‘Ask Me Why’ and ‘Please Please Me’ in their place, but could not stave off Capitol Records’ lawyers. Vee-Jay and Capitol battled in court throughout the early part of 1964, and injunctions against Vee-Jay’s album were issued, lifted, and restored more than once. Because the album was often pressed quickly between restraining orders, there are almost two dozen different label variations, including mono and stereo copies, manufactured at numerous pressing plants. On April 9, 1964, the two labels settled, and Vee-Jay was granted the right to publish the record until October 15, 1964—at which time the metal stampers and affiliated parts were supposed to be destroyed. Accompanied by a detailed letter by Bruce Spizer, author of The Beatles Records on Vee-Jay. Starting Bid $200
George lends a hand—a unique original hand print by the Beatles star
549. Beatles: George Harrison Signed
Hand Print. Unique blue paint right-handed hand print of Beatles icon George Harrison on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed and inscribed below in blue ink, “To Bob, George Harrison.” In fine condition. A spectacular piece evoking his album cover for ‘Living in the Material World.’ Starting Bid $500
550. Beatles: George Harrison Signed Book.
Signed book: Songs by George Harrison: Book and Record Set, Vol. 1. Limited edition, numbered 1828/2500. Surrey, England: Genesis Publications Limited, 1987. Leather-bound hardcover with handmade clamshell case, 8 x 11, 175 pages. Signed on the colophon in ink, “George Harrison.” Also signed on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page by the illustrator Keith West. Slipcase includes a limited edition four-song CD with the tracks ‘Sat Singing,’ ‘Lay His Head,’ ‘For You Blue,’ and ‘Flying Hour.’ In fine to very fine condition. A gorgeous example of this deluxe limited edition signed book—an essential volume for any music lover’s library. Starting Bid $200
551. Beatles: George Harrison Signature. Vintage ink sig-
nature, “George Harrison,” on a blue 4.25 x 4 album page. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200
553. Beatles: John Lennon Signed Book. Signed book: In His Own Write. Later printing. London: Jonathan Cape, 1964. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7, 76 pages. Prominently signed opposite the title page in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon.” Autographic condition: fine, with a hint of light soiling. Book condition: VG-/None, with heavy wear to the spine, two leaves (pp. 45–48) detached from binding but present, and edgewear and scuffing to boards. First published in London in 1964, Lennon’s first literary effort is a thin volume comprised of nonsensical, disjointed short stories and line drawings. The first solo effort of any of the Beatles, In His Own Write remains a great showcase of Lennon’s creative talent. Starting Bid $500
Beatles Book signed by Lennon and McCartney in October 1963
552. Beatles: John Lennon and Paul McCartney Signed ‘Beatles Book’ from October 1963. Monthly copy of
The Beatles Book from October 1963, No. 3, 22 pages, 6 x 8.25, with the front cover depicting the Beatles playing in a swimming pool, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “John Lennon, x,” and on the back cover, “Paul McCartney.” Collector’s notation to the front cover dates the autographs to October 4, 1963, when the band were at the Television House in London, making their debut on the ITV television program ‘Ready Steady Go.’ In fine condition, with light handling wear, toning along the spine, and various fan notations throughout.
Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient: “John Lennon and Paul McCartney signed the Beatles Monthly book on 4 October 1963 at ‘Ready Steady Go.’ I went with 2 school friends but only one of us was lucky to be picked for the dance floor, myself and friend watched from behind barrier. My friend Sheila got the book signed for me. I remember Dusty Springfield was also on the bill.” Starting Bid $500
554. Beatles: Paul McCartney Signed Fan
Club Card. Vintage circa 1963 official Beatles Fan Club promo card depicting Dezo Hoffmann’s image of the group seated in their collarless suits, 5.5 x 3.75, signed in blue ballpoint by Paul McCartney. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing and faint staining, and a neatly trimmed top edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.’ Starting Bid $200
555. Beatles: Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach
Signed Christmas Card. Christmas card with a ‘Santas and Snowflakes’ front design, measures 6.5 x 9 open, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint, “To Nancy and Tony, Love, Richy, xxx +” and “Barbara, xxx.” The card was sent to Ringo’s aunt, Nancy Starkey, and her husband in the 1980s. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
556. Bee Gees Signed Photograph. Stunning 1967 vintage
glossy 5.75 x 8 promotional photograph of the Bee Gees, signed by the full original lineup: Robin Gibb, Barry Gibb, Maurice Gibb, Vince Melouney, and Colin Petersen. All band members have signed in blue fountain pen with the exception of Barry, who has signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper right corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Signed promotional photographs of the original five-man Bee Gees lineup are exceedingly scarce. To date, this is the finest example we have encountered with this original lineup. Starting Bid $200
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Bob Dylan and Ken Kesey sign backstage during the 1987 Dylan/Dead ‘Alone & Together’ Tour
558. Bob Dylan and Ken Kesey Signed Backstage
Pass Sheet. Color 8.5 x 11 backstage pass identification sheet for the Bob Dylan and Grateful Dead show at Anaheim Stadium on July 28, 1987, signed in black felt tip by the legendary songwriter, “Bob Dylan.” Also signed in black ballpoint by ‘Acid Test’ pioneer and writer Ken Kesey, who mentored the Grateful Dead. Includes the seven-page memorandum packet with security instructions and schedules for the concert. In very good to fine condition, with dampstaining to the bottom and right edge, not at all affecting the signature. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, who was assigned to work back stage during the show. Starting Bid $200
557. Bob Dylan Handwritten and Signed Lyrics for ‘A
Hard Rain’s Gonna Fall’. Incredible handwritten lyrics by Bob Dylan for his brilliant, hard-driving ballad, “A Hard Rain’s Gonna Fall,” one page, 8.25 x 11.75, Holmenkollen Park Hotel Rica letterhead, written in black ink and signed neatly at the conclusion, “Bob Dylan, 2013.”
The lyrics begin:
“Oh, where have you been, my blue-eyed son? Where have you been, my darling young one? I’ve stumbled on the side of twelve misty mountains, I’ve walked and I’ve crawled on six crooked highways. Stepped in the middle of seven sad forests. Been out in front of a dozen dead oceans. Been ten thousand miles in the mouth of a graveyard and it’s a hard, it’s a hard, it’s a hard, it’s a hard, it’s a hard rain gonna fall” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a 2014 letter of authenticity from Jeff Rosen, president of the Bob Dylan Music Company, in full: “I represent Bob Dylan. This letter will certify that the hand-written lyrics to A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall, contained herein, is an authentic Bob Dylan manuscript, signed and dated in his own hand.”
Originally recorded for his second album, The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan (1963), ‘A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall’ is characterized by symbolist imagery that communicates the pain and suffering of war-torn modernity. One of his most lyrically rich and complex early songs, ‘A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall’ remains one of the great and most idiosyncratic protest songs in Dylan’s oeuvre. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $5000
559. Buddy Holly Signature. Vintage 1950s autograph
book, 4.75 x 4, signed inside in blue ballpoint of Buddy Holly. The consignor notes that the signature was obtained at the Gaumont Theatre in Worcester, England, on March 11, 1958. In fine condition, with a few very thin stains. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200 562. Prince Signature. Attractive ink signature, “Prince,” on an off-white 3.5 x 3 sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
Brilliant glossy 10 x 8 Shelter Records / ABC Records promotional photograph of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, signed by the entire band in black felt tip: Tom Petty, Stan Lynch, Mike Campbell, Ron Blair, and Benmont Tench. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. This promotional photograph was issued in early 1977, shortly after the band released their debut album, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, which garnered such hits as ‘Breakdown’ and ‘American Girl.’ An incredibly early and iconic image of the legendary band signed at the onset of their storied career. Starting Bid $200
Scarce oversized portrait signed by Elvis Presley
561. Elvis Presley Signed Photograph. Scarce oversized 11 x 14 cardstock premium of Elvis Presley during a dramatic vocal performance, boldly signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Bill, Thank you, Elvis Presley.” Features a pre-printed facsimile signature to lower left, and a date notation of “11-5-71.” In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, edge wear, and a short tear to the right edge. A large, classic signed portrait of ‘The King.’ Starting Bid $500
Highly displayable The Works album, fully signed and uninscribed
563. Queen Signed Album. The Works album by
Queen, signed nicely on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Freddie Mercury, xx,” “Roger Taylor,” “Brian May, x,” and “John Deacon, ‘84.” In fine condition, with scattered small stains. The record is not included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. An exceptional uninscribed album with terrific display value as each member has signed nicely above their respective image. Starting Bid $500
Queen rock the Hippodrome in late 1979
564. Queen Signatures (1979). Late 1979 Queen signatures on two orange 5.75 x 4 autograph book pages, signed and inscribed in ballpoint, “Love to Michelle, Freddie Mercury” and “John Deacon,” and “Brian May” and “Roger Taylor,” who adds “Queen” in bubble lettering. In fine condition, with a thin edge stain to the top edge of the Mercury sheet. The consignor notes that the autographs were obtained at the Queen performance that took place at the Hippodrome in Bristol, England, on December 9, 1979. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $500
Debut EP from the Rolling Stones, signed days before their historic first American tour
565. Rolling Stones Signed Self-Titled Debut EP
45 RPM Record. Very rare 1964 UK vinyl pressing (DFE 8560) of the Rolling Stones’ self-titled debut EP, signed on the back cover in blue ballpoint by the entire group: Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Bill Wyman. The consignor notes that the signatures were obtained at the Adelphi Theatre in Slough, England, on May 30, 1964, which was the final show of their second British tour and just days before the band’s ‘1st American Tour 1964.’ In fine condition, with a small area of surface loss to the upper left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and by a letter of provenance from the original recipient. Early signed Rolling Stones studio recordings are quite rare and this is an outstanding example of their historic debut EP, few of which have ever surfaced. Starting Bid $500
566. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger and Keith Richards Signed Photograph. Glossy 10.25 x 8
Rolling Stones Records promotional photo of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards that was taken by Ken Regan in 1984 whilst the Rolling Stones were shooting the video for the song ‘She Was Hot,’ signed in blue felt tip by the two pictured musicians. In very good to fine condition, with light surface creasing to the lower left corner. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Starting Bid $200
Handwritten song list by Bruce Springsteen, citing several early tunes with Steel Mill
567. Bruce Springsteen Handwritten Song List. Unusual handwritten song list by Bruce Springsteen, one page both sides, 7.75 x 10.5, no date. Desirable handwritten list naming the titles of 47 songs, including several early Springsteen songs from his time with Steel Mill; among the songs listed a “Good Lovion’ Woman,” “Janey,” “Sweet Melinda,” “The Train Song,” “Goin’ Down Slow,” “Black Sun,” “Hail Hail Resurrection,” “Georgia,” “All Man the Guns,” “Oh Mama Why,” “Train Ride,” “Sister Theresa,” “Temporarily Out of Order,” “Come On,” and “America Under Fire.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. Steel Mill was an early Springsteen band active from 1969 to 1971, which included three future members of the E Street Band—Vini Lopez, Danny Federici, and Steve Van Zandt. Starting Bid $200
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569. Van Halen Signed Poster. Appealing color 22 x 12 poster of Van Halen removed from the centerfold of a tour book, signed under their likeness in blue felt tip by Eddie Van Halen, and in red felt tip by Sammy Hagar, Alex Van Halen, and Michael Anthony. In very good to fine condition, with some creasing to the top center. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. Starting Bid $200
568. U2 Signed Program. Program from the European leg of U2’s War Tour, 8 x 11.5, 14 pages, signed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Bono ‘83,” and in blue and black ballpoint, “Edge,” “Adam,” and “Larry.” In very good to fine condition, with light staining, soiling, and general handling wear. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. The band toured Europe from February to April of 1983, before setting their sights on America, at first playing small college venues before expanding to larger arenas. Starting Bid $200
