2009 June Signature Music & Entertainment Memorabilia Auction
| Sale Number: | 7006 |
| Location: | Heritage Auctions - Dallas 3500 Maple Ave 17th Floor Dallas, TX 75219 |
| Auction Date: | June 5th at 1 PM CT through June 6th |
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Movie/TV Memorabilia
Ace Ventura 2 Prop Bongo Drum. A large bongo drum from the 1995 sequel to the comedy that made Jim Carrey a household name. The drum measures 12.75" x 34.5" and is in Very Fine condition.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1939 Mark Twain adaptation starring Mickey Rooney, naming it "The March 1939 Movie of the Month for Family Audiences." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Buzz Aldrin's Award Plaques. Set of three plaques includes a 36th Annual Shrine North-South Football Classic commemorative award, a North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Society honorary membership plaque (1969), and an International Space Hall of Fame induction plaque (1982). Each is in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Tim Allen Hammer and Signed Photograph. A hammer labeled "Tim Allen Signature Tools", with a b&w 8" x 10" photograph of Allen inscribed and signed by him in black marker. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Julie Andrews Costume Sketch by Edith Head. Costume design from an unknown production, pencil and watercolor on 11" x 17" drawing paper, in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Samuel Z. Arkoff's Wolf Man Mask. Detailed rubber mask with animal hair, from the personal effects of the legendary B-grade horror movie producer and co-founder of American International Pictures. It is unknown as to whether or not this mask was screen-used. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Mary Astor and Dolores Del Rio Signed Photos. Pair of b&w 11" x 14" inscribed and signed portraits includes Del Rio in black ink and Astor in blue, both in Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning, curling, and corner wear, and tack holes to the corners of the Del Rio photo. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Babes on Broadway Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1942 Busby Berkeley musical, naming it "An Outstanding Film for Family Audiences - February 1942." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
George D. Barrows Signed Robot Monster Photo. A b&w 8" x 10" promo still for the infamous 1953 cult classic, inscribed and signed by actor George D. Barrows in black ink. One of Hollywood's leading "gorilla performers", Barrows was cast in the role of the titular villain in part because he could provide his own gorilla suit for the low-budget production. The photo is in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
John Barrymore Vintage World Premiere Promo Stills. Set of 52 vintage b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for Barrymore's 1941 screwball comedy World Premiere, his penultimate feature film. Shots include Barrymore and costars Frances Farmer, Ricardo Cortez, Eugene Palette, and others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Jack Benny's Buck Benny Rides Again Costume Shirt. A rare Jack Benny wardrobe item from the 1940 comedy Western that portrayed the comedian as a nervous city slicker turned cowpoke. With a United Costumers Hollywood label listing Jack Benny's name in black ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Sarah Bernhardt Handwritten Letter (1895). A three-page letter handwritten and signed by the turn-of-the-century actress in French on Theatre de la Renaissance letterhead in black ink. Dated October 1895, it involves an attempt to clear up a legal dispute herself and dramatist Georges de Porto-Riche. In Very Fine condition with some toning, stray ink marks, and notations. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jacqueline Bisset Worn Costume. This two-piece lounge ensemble was designed for Bisset as the wealthy American widow to Anthony Quinn's Greek aristocrat in the movie The Greek Tycoon, a story based on the relationship between Aristotle Onassis and Jacqueline Kennedy. The ensemble is in a white-, cream-, and salmon-striped silk comprising a full sleeved triangular top and slack inscribed at the waistband "Jacqueline Bisset". Previously auctioned at Butterfield & Butterfield and in Very Fine condition.
Blackstone Velvet Capes Set. Set of two long black velvet capes with silver and bronze eyelash lining, one with an open back, worn by Harry Blackstone Jr. in his Broadway production Blackstone! The Magnificent Musical Magic Show, the longest running magic show to appear on a Broadway stage. In Excellent condition.
Clara Bow Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 8" x 10" photo of the beautiful "It" girl, inscribed "To Bert Burnes/Sincere good wishes," and signed by the silent era actress in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning and light wear to the edges and corners. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Boy On a Dolphin Presentation Statue. Filmed on location in Greece and at Cinecitta Studios in Rome, the romantic comedy Boy On a Dolphin (1957) starred Alan Ladd as an archaeologist seeking to recover the titular ancient statue, Clifton Webb as an art collector who wants to add it to his collection, and Sophia Loren (in her American debut) as an attractive Greek sponge diver caught in the middle. This replica of the statue featured in the film was presented to an unknown recipient for their part in assisting the production. The statue features 10.75" brass figure on a 9.25" x 1.75" x 5.25" marble base bearing a metal plate reading "For your help and enthusiasm and for your understanding of our project. 'Boy on a Dolphin' Company/20th Century Fox Studio. Fall of 1956". In Excellent condition, accompanied by an 11" x 14" lobby card for movie.
Marlon Brando Photo Portrait. A b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of a young Brando with his cat. In Excellent condition with credit stamp on the reverse. Vintage photograph from original camera negatives. Taken circa early 1950s by photographyer Ben Mancuso. From the Edward Weston Collection.
May Britt Worn Suit from The Blue Angel. May Britt, best know as the wife of Sammy Davis, Jr., had a short movie career during the 1950s; this suit was designed for her role as Lola in the 1959 movie The Blue Angel, which bears a 20th Century-Fox costume label marked in ink "May Britt G01-03". The fitted black-and-white plaid suit with orange buttons and satin lining carries Irene Bullock's label and is accompanied by a test photograph. Previously auctioned at Butterfield & Butterfield and in Very Fine condition.
Brute Force Portrait by John Decker, Owned by Producer Mark Hellinger. The lady in the portrait is wickedly haunting, gaining in her perverse power as one learns the portrait's history.
She was the creation of John Decker, the notorious Hollywood artist, forger, and crony of such besotted geniuses as John Barrymore, Errol Flynn, and W. C. Fields (whom Decker once painted, in Old Masters style, as Queen Victoria). Producer Mark Hellinger commissioned the portrait for Brute Force, his 1947 classic noir prison melodrama starring Burt Lancaster as a rebellious inmate and Hume Cronyn as a sadistic captain of the guards who tortures a prisoner while listening to Wagnerian opera. Decker supposedly made his The Lady of Brute Force an arch, baroque blend of actresses Ella Raines, Ann Blyth, and Yvonne De Carlo (the three leading ladies of Brute Force), and the result served as the cell inmates' calendar girl whose alluring image, beheld each night before lights out, triggered the various convicts' grim memories.
Yet the back story becomes stranger... and darker. The woman in the portrait, eyes closed, shoulders bare, appears dead, or perhaps undead, almost vampiric - and the fact is that Decker enjoyed visiting Los Angeles morgues and painting pictures of female cadavers. (He once gifted Ida Lupino a painting of a Mexican girl on a slab with her throat cut.) Decker signed and dated his Lady of Brute Force portrait 1947; he died that year on June 7, and Universal-International Studios released Brute Force three weeks after his death. Mark Hellinger so admired Decker's piece that he displayed it in his home, but he had a tragically short time to admire it -- he too died in 1947 at the age of 44, less than six months after Brute Force's release.
Might The Lady of Brute Force have a curse upon it? Unlikely -- it has benignly remained in the Hellinger family for over 60 years, perennially attracting admirers but presumably tallying no victims. The matted portrait (composed in delicate layers of compressed charcoal) measures 16" x 18.5". The Decker signature is pronounced and the piece survives in Excellent condition with all of its strange, "afterglow" quality.
Undeniably beautiful, strangely seductive, The Lady of Brute Force has an aura that is both eerie and voluptuous, as if she came slinking out of a John Decker nightmare and luxuriantly died in his arms. This is a fascinating curio on several levels -- an artifact from a brilliantly dark film, an heirloom from the family of a gutsy producer, and the final macabre masterpiece from a profanely brilliant artist whose work is ripe for rediscovery. A stunner! From the Mark Hellinger Archive.
She was the creation of John Decker, the notorious Hollywood artist, forger, and crony of such besotted geniuses as John Barrymore, Errol Flynn, and W. C. Fields (whom Decker once painted, in Old Masters style, as Queen Victoria). Producer Mark Hellinger commissioned the portrait for Brute Force, his 1947 classic noir prison melodrama starring Burt Lancaster as a rebellious inmate and Hume Cronyn as a sadistic captain of the guards who tortures a prisoner while listening to Wagnerian opera. Decker supposedly made his The Lady of Brute Force an arch, baroque blend of actresses Ella Raines, Ann Blyth, and Yvonne De Carlo (the three leading ladies of Brute Force), and the result served as the cell inmates' calendar girl whose alluring image, beheld each night before lights out, triggered the various convicts' grim memories.
Yet the back story becomes stranger... and darker. The woman in the portrait, eyes closed, shoulders bare, appears dead, or perhaps undead, almost vampiric - and the fact is that Decker enjoyed visiting Los Angeles morgues and painting pictures of female cadavers. (He once gifted Ida Lupino a painting of a Mexican girl on a slab with her throat cut.) Decker signed and dated his Lady of Brute Force portrait 1947; he died that year on June 7, and Universal-International Studios released Brute Force three weeks after his death. Mark Hellinger so admired Decker's piece that he displayed it in his home, but he had a tragically short time to admire it -- he too died in 1947 at the age of 44, less than six months after Brute Force's release.
Might The Lady of Brute Force have a curse upon it? Unlikely -- it has benignly remained in the Hellinger family for over 60 years, perennially attracting admirers but presumably tallying no victims. The matted portrait (composed in delicate layers of compressed charcoal) measures 16" x 18.5". The Decker signature is pronounced and the piece survives in Excellent condition with all of its strange, "afterglow" quality.
Undeniably beautiful, strangely seductive, The Lady of Brute Force has an aura that is both eerie and voluptuous, as if she came slinking out of a John Decker nightmare and luxuriantly died in his arms. This is a fascinating curio on several levels -- an artifact from a brilliantly dark film, an heirloom from the family of a gutsy producer, and the final macabre masterpiece from a profanely brilliant artist whose work is ripe for rediscovery. A stunner! From the Mark Hellinger Archive.
Carol Burnett Show Costume Sketch by Bob Mackie. A 14" x 17" costume sketch on heavy illustration board featuring Burnett, Harvey Corman, Vicki Lewis, and Tim Conway in glitzy formal wear and top hats, by designer Bob Mackie. The popular sketch comedy series ran for 278 episodes over 11 seasons, and Mackie received an Emmy nomination in 1969 for his work on the show. In Very Fine condition.
Red Buttons Worn Suit and Signed Photograph. Red Buttons' brown heather Yves Saint Laurent two-button jacket with a silk yellow paisley pocket square, solid brown woven wool pants which carry the Tassel label, a cream-and-tan striped Geoffrey Beene dress shirt, a brown striped tie by Van Heusen, a brown Coach belt, and a white leather belt by Neil Martin. The pieces are in Fine condition, while the pants have pinholes to the left leg. Included with the lot is an 8" x 10" photograph inscribed crisply in black marker "For Steve who never got a dinner!", with crimping to the paper opposite the inscription. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Cagney Man of a Thousand Faces Life Cast. This plaster life cast of actor James Cagney's face was used to recreate the characters made famous by silent-era actor Lon Chaney for the 1957 biopic. Chaney is remembered still for his performances as Quasimodo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Erik in The Phantom of the Opera, Alonzo the Armless in The Unknown, and others; as well as for the bizarre prosthetics he created in order to bring them to life onscreen. Cagney's performance as Chaney ranks as one of his best. The mold is in Very Fine condition, accompanied by photocopied press clippings regarding the movie and the make-up, and three b&w 8" x 10" promo stills.
Edward Carfagno's Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm Design Drawings. A collection of approximately 48 production design sketches and set blueprints for the 1962 fantasy-adventure movie. Academy Award-winning art director Edward Carfagno (Ben-Hur, Julius Caesar) received one of his ten Oscar nominations for his work on this film. The drawings measure approximately 41" x 29" and are in overall Very Fine condition.
Johnny Carson's Tonight Show Guest Dossier Archive. Compiled and maintained by Johnny Carson's secretary, Shirley Wood, these are some of many files featuring info compiled on Tonight Show guests. This particular set includes dossiers on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Caine, Michael Douglas, Duke Ellington, Dian Fossey, Jack Lemmon, Roger Moore, Luciano Pavarotti, Michelle Pfeiffer, Vincent Price, and 61 other guests. Also included are 24 b&w 5" x 7" photos spanning Carson's 30 years hosting the show, and an assortment of newspaper clippings. The documents are in overall Excellent condition with mild wear.
Dixie Carter's Screen Worn Walking Suit from The Edge of Night by Henri Bendel, ca. 1975. A muted green suit worn by Dixie Carter as Assistant D.A. Olivia Brandeis "Brandy" Henderson on The Edge of Night. The wool suit with pleated skirt carries the Henri Bendel label. The Italian made size 44 ensemble is in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Bedroom Ensemble from Filthy Rich, Fernando Sanchez, 1982. Dixie Carter's flannel backed red satin moiré night gown and red satin robe trimmed in lace worn in her role as Carlotta Beck in the instrumental but short-lived TV series Filthy Rich, which paved the way for the pairing of Carter with Delta Burke on Designing Women. In Fine condition with minor fabric pulls. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Gianfranco Ferre Gown Worn as Host of the 1990 Soap Opera Awards. The floor length red crepe gown with a slit left of center, has a high neck and straight sleeves coming to a point on the back of the hand. Appliqué to the left waist and right cuff is gilt roping swirled on netting. The fully lined dress is closed by a center back zipper, the neck fastened with a series of four covered buttons and loops, and labeled Gianfranco Ferre. Though there are four very minor stains to the back of the right sleeve (nothing a little restoration couldn't fix), the Italian-made size 42 dress is in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Louis Féraud Suit Worn to President Clinton's 1992 Inauguration. Dixie Carter appeared with President Clinton at his inauguration festivities wearing this black wool straight-skirted Louis Féraud fitted suit with red applied ribbons and four red glass buttons with brass surrounds. The German-made size-6 suit bears a Louis Féraud label and is in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Cocktail Dress from Judith Krantz's Miniseries Dazzle, Pamela Dennis Couture, Ca.1993. A V-necked red lace dress worn by Dixie Carter in the Judith Krantz written TV miniseries Dazzle. The wrap-around cocktail dress in red lace with straight sleeves closing by a snap, over a red crepe lining with an interior ribbon belt, is finished on all edges with a scalloped lace edge and bears the labels for Pamela Dennis and Bergdorf Goodman. The size 8 dress is in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Gianni Versace Suit for Her Performance at the Kentucky Derby, 1996. Dixie Carter wore this yellow polka-dotted suit when she sang My Old Kentucky Home at the Kentucky Derby, which was aired on ABC in 1996. The Gianni Versace labeled ensemble is composed of a straight skirt and jacket with a single button accented with mother of pearl. Both are lined in pale yellow. Purchased at Bergdorf Goodman as the secondary label states, the suit is in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Bathrobe, Tony Awards Gift, 1997. A maroon terrycloth bathrobe given to and and worn by Dixie Carter, a presenter at the 51st Tony Awards. The robe is embroidered on the front "Smith Hermion Productions, The American Theatre wing, The League of American Theatres & Producers" and to the back "51st Tony Awards". The robe is in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Gorgeous Screen-Worn Cocktail Suit, 2001. Worn by Dixie Carter as Carol, the mother of the bride in the 2001 comedy The Big Day, the suit jacket with two rhinestone buttons is in a silk faille with cuffs and lapel in silk satin and is accompanied by a skirt in two layers of silk chiffon, wired at the hem creating a wave, over a peach charmeuse lining. A favorite of Dixie's and worn on numerous occasions, she remembers this beautifully flowing suit as having been designed by Oscar de la Renta, and though a third button under the lapel is missing, the suit is in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Costume, Desperate Housewives, Diane von Furstenberg Design, 2006. A brown knit dress worn by Dixie Carter for her entrance as Gloria Hodge in the hit series Desperate Housewives. The dress, with crossover bodice tied at the neck and gathered at the shoulder of the straight sleeves, has a Diane von Furstenberg label. The dress is a size 6 and in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Indian Gowns by Raksha and Judith Ann. This lot includes two Indian dressing gowns worn by Dixie Carter when she accompanied her husband Hal Holbrook on his tour of India. The black floor-length Raksha gown from Bergdorf Goodman is embroidered in gold over appliqués in red. The second gown by Judith Ann for Mriser-Egan is in multi-colored patterned silk with slightly flared body and long sleeves that terminate in a point. The gowns are in Very Good condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter's Personally Owned and Worn Black Gown and Jacket by Vicky Tiel. Worn as a black carpet dress from the Designing Women years, the dress in black tricot is of a V necked form fitted design flaring from the thigh in a floor length lace skirt, slit at center. The lace skirt embellished with black sequins and seed and bugle beads. Accompanying the gown is a double breasted jacket, featuring net arms capped with lace at the shoulder which bears labels from Vicky Tiel Couture and Bergdorf Goodman. The gown and jacket are in Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Giorgio Armani Suit and Valentino Jacket. The red Giorgio Armani suit from Bergdorf Goodman comprises a single button jacket and straight skirt in a red twill crepe lined in red satin. The second jacket, a cream V-neck design with five opalescent ball buttons by Valentino, is in a wool basket weave printed with black polka dots and lined in a cream satin. All three pieces are size 6 (European 40) and in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Suit and Jacket by Louis Féraud. Three pieces by Louis Féraud include a two-pocket tan wool jacket with a modified lapel and tapered slacks in a twill weave with a single granulated button and a related lapel pin. The second jacket with a single button, two flap pockets, and buttoned cuff is in red brushed wool with contrasting black lapel, lined in black satin. All three pieces in size 6 are in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Owned and Worn Vicky Tiel Suit and Gianfranco Ferre Suit. The lined tuxedo jacket and skirt by Vicky Tiel is in a heavy black poie de soie silk warp-faced weave with satin lapel, shaped pocket flap and three self-covered buttons. The lined wool suit by Gianfranco Ferre includes a brown crepe chiffon camisole and in cream and brown wool yarns a straight skirt and scoop neck two-button jacket that flares at the waist. All four pieces are size 6 and in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Chic Little Black Cocktail Dress Owned and Lillie Rubin Jacket. A little black knit dress with two swaged pockets and a zipper down the front with wide lapels is offset by an inset of sheer black crepe chiffon at the neck that extends down the arms and back. The short wool jersey jacket by Lillie Rubin has a zipper left of center as well as a zipper at each cuff. Both items are in Very Fine condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Dixie Carter Custom Cocktail Dress, Exquisite. Custom made couture dress with bodice and sleeves of black corded lace, scooped front and back trimmed in beaded drops over flesh color satin lining, the skirt of tiered layers of lace applied to cotton base, finished with a pale green satin cummerbund. In Very Fine condition, this dress commissioned for Dixie by her Aunt Helen is in a size 4 and according to Dixie was a bit tight. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Stunning 6' x 4' Oil Portrait of Dixie Carter as Julia Sugarbaker in the Nude. Imagine the shock when the proper Southern lady Julia Sugarbaker, played by Dixie Carter in the hit series Designing Women, discovers this nude painting of herself in an art show of a former teacher. In the 1993 episode "Nude Julia, New York Morning", Julia rushes to the painting to block it from view. As an amusement, the painting has since hung in Ms. Carter's bedroom suite, playfully draped with a chiffon scarf to cover her chest. And now the gilt framed oil painting of Julia resting on a cube draped in blue, green and pink textiles, measuring 6'4" x 4'3" (including frame), is presented in Very Fine condition, maker Warner Brother's Portrait. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Charlie Chaplin Signed 1923 Contract. A four-page agreement dated January 8, 1923, between Charlie Chaplin and Associated First National Pictures, detailing the payment and performance details for Pay Day and The Pilgrim, signed on the third page by Chaplin in black fountain ink. The two films were Chaplin's last before his historic co-creation of United Artists Studios, making this the last contract he would sign with anyone outside his own company. All of the executive signatures are notarized but Chaplin's is not, indicating this was his personal copy. In Fine condition with mild to moderate tanning, heavy fold creases, staple holes to the top corner, and mild overall wear and tear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Charlie Chaplin Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 8" x 10" photo of the iconic silent era comedian, inscribed "With compliments to B. D. Burns", signed, and dated 1929 by Chaplin in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with some toning and very mild edge wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
A Clockwork Orange Still Signed by Stanley Kubrick and Malcolm McDowell. A color 8" x 10" promo still for the controversial 1971 satire autographed by late director Stanley Kubrick in blue felt tip and star Malcolm McDowell in purple. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Close Encounters of the Third Kind Alien Costume. A collar, belt, and tunic created for one of the extras who portrayed the alien visitors seen in the climax of Steven Spielberg's 1977 science fiction classic. The small aliens in the final scenes were played by local schoolgirls (Spielberg specifically requested girls because he felt they "move more gracefully than boys"), hence the small size of the clothing. The items are in Excellent condition.
Joan Crawford Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 11" x 14" photo of the notorious actress very early in her career, inscribed "To Bert Burnes/In appreciation of your kindness," and signed by Crawford in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning, light wear to the edges, and small creases to the lower left corner. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Richard Crenna Rambo III Costume. Designed for Crenna's role as Colonel Trautman in Rambo III, the costume includes camouflage military pants, black webbed belt, distressed jacket, and blood stained bandages. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield, the costume is in Fine condition considering it was purposefully distressed and stained, and includes Butterfield & Butterfield auction tags.
Donald Crisp Worn Smoking Jacket. Worn by the British actor-producer Donald Crisp as Gregory Peck's father in the 1945 drama The Valley of Decision, this maroon smoking jacket with contrasting satin lapel and cuffs is embellished with soutache embroidery. Bearing the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer label with "D. Crisp" printed on it in fading ink, the jacket is in Fine condition with damage to lining at the neck and left shoulder.
Bing Crosby's Engraved Money Clip. Round stainless steel money clip featuring the Del Mar Turf Club seal engraved with Crosby's name, from the crooner's personal estate. In Excellent condition. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield. Provenance documentation available online at HA.com/Entertainment.
Bing Crosby's Assorted Pins. Set of 12 civic, school, and fraternal organization pins from Crosby's personal belongings. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield. Provenance documentation available online at HA.com/Entertainment. In overall Very Fine condition.
Bebe Daniels Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 8" x 10" photo of Daniels inscribed "To Mr. Bert Burnes/With the best wishes of another Texan" and signed by the silent era actress in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning and light wear to the edges and corners. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bette Davis Signed Letter to Producer Mark Hellinger and Comet Over Broadway Archive. The script for Mark Hellinger's Comet Over Broadway, a 1938 saga based on a Faith Baldwin story of an ambitious stage star, was initially refused by Bette Davis ("It reminds me of weak tea," she carped) and Kay Francis (then in severe career decline) accepted the job of lead. In hindsight, a thankful Bette Davis wrote a letter to Hellinger, typed, on her personal stationery, dated March 31, 1939, reading: "Dear Mark Hellinger, I appreciated your kind letter of congratulations regarding Dark Victory so much, especially so since I felt that you had no adverse feelings toward me regarding Comet Over Broadway!! Kindest personal regards," and signed in black fountain ink. The letter comes with its original envelope, postmarked Los Angeles, April 1, 1939, and with a three-cent stamp. The accompanying bound script for Comet Over Broadway (red leather binding with Hellinger's name embossed on the cover in gold) contains the 145-page script (which bears Bette Davis's name for the star role of Eve Appleton). Also included is a 72-page treatment by Hellinger and three letters from writer Faith Baldwin, each on her personal stationery and signed "Faith". In Very Good condition. From the Mark Hellinger Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bette Davis Worn Suit. A Givenchy jacket and skirt in an orange and white printed faille lined in an orange charmeuse, this fitted ensemble features a collarless jacket with 3/4 length sleeve. In Fine condition and previously auctioned at William Doyle Galleries.
Bette Davis Signed Photo Portrait. A vintage b&w 11" x 14" photo of Davis, inscribed and signed by her in black ink. In Excellent condition, matted to an overall size of 16" x 19". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Richard Day's Academy Award for This Above All (1942), One of the Last Oscars Available To Be Resold. One of the most recognizable Hollywood icons is a little fellow named Oscar. For decades, these statuettes have been the Holy Grails of writers, directors, actors, producers, and technicians, a symbol of the ultimate achievement in their field. Approximately 40 awards are hand-crafted each year by R. S. Owens & Company of Chicago, and as of the 81st Academy Awards ceremony held last year, a total of 2,744 Oscars have been awarded. Despite the sheer number that have been produced and handed out, only a few have circulated amongst collectors of Hollywood memorabilia, for a very simple reason: Since 1950, a requirement has existed that stipulates that neither Academy Award winners nor their heirs may sell the statuettes without first offering to sell them back to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the sum of $1. If a winner refuses to sign said agreement, the Academy keeps the statuette. A 2007 Forbes article suggests that only an approximate 150 statuettes have ever been sold; often, the buyer returns the award to the Academy, which stores them in its vaults.
This particular Academy First Award for Best Black and White Art Direction was one of two presented to legendary art director Richard Day on March 4, 1943, at the 15th ceremony. (He was also honored that night with an award for Best Art Direction -- Interior Decoration, Color for My Gal Sal.) They were his 12th and 13th nominations -- in a lifetime total of 20 -- and fourth and fifth wins. The immensely talented Day had previously been awarded for Dark Angel, Dodsworth, and How Green Was My Valley, and would win again in 1952 for A Streetcar Named Desire and in 1954 for On the Waterfront. Because it was awarded prior to 1950, it is one of the few Academy Awards to be exempted from the Academy's no-sale rule, and is one of the last Oscars awarded that is still able to be resold.
Made of gold-plated britannium on a black metal base, the statuette stands 13.5", weighs 8.5 lbs., and depicts an Art Deco-style male figure holding a sword and standing upon a reel of film, a design recognized worldwide. The statuette is in Fine to Very Fine condition with moderate tarnishing and dulling of the surface, and some areas of mild wear, but still solidly mounted to its base. This is a rare opportunity to own an award that's as coveted by collectors as it is by the Hollywood elite.
This particular Academy First Award for Best Black and White Art Direction was one of two presented to legendary art director Richard Day on March 4, 1943, at the 15th ceremony. (He was also honored that night with an award for Best Art Direction -- Interior Decoration, Color for My Gal Sal.) They were his 12th and 13th nominations -- in a lifetime total of 20 -- and fourth and fifth wins. The immensely talented Day had previously been awarded for Dark Angel, Dodsworth, and How Green Was My Valley, and would win again in 1952 for A Streetcar Named Desire and in 1954 for On the Waterfront. Because it was awarded prior to 1950, it is one of the few Academy Awards to be exempted from the Academy's no-sale rule, and is one of the last Oscars awarded that is still able to be resold.
Made of gold-plated britannium on a black metal base, the statuette stands 13.5", weighs 8.5 lbs., and depicts an Art Deco-style male figure holding a sword and standing upon a reel of film, a design recognized worldwide. The statuette is in Fine to Very Fine condition with moderate tarnishing and dulling of the surface, and some areas of mild wear, but still solidly mounted to its base. This is a rare opportunity to own an award that's as coveted by collectors as it is by the Hollywood elite.
Days of Thunder Costume Sketches by Susan Becker. Set of nine racing uniform costume designs for the 1990 NASCAR drama starring Tom Cruise, ink and felt tip on 11" x 14" drawing paper. Includes designs for Cruise, Michael Rooker, Robert Duvall, and others. In Excellent condition.
The Day the Earth Stood Still Set Blueprint (1951). A 35" x 36" pencil blueprint for an interior space ship set, dated March 5, 1951, used in the production of the classic science fiction movie. The set design was overseen by noted set decorators Thomas Little and Claude Carpenter, who collaborated with architect Frank Lloyd Wright for the design of the space craft. The blueprint is in Very Fine condition with some minor edge wear.
James Dean and Others Giant Cast-Signed Paperback. Giant was the last of screen icon James Dean's three films as a leading actor, and earned him his second and last Academy Award nomination. Tragically, the young actor died in a car wreck shortly before production wrapped. An instant classic, it garnered ten Oscar nominations and one win, and was Warner Brothers' highest grossing film until Superman was released in 1978. This is a copy of the first paperback edition of Edna Ferber's novel, signed in ink by Dean on the interior front cover, as well as on some pages by Dean and fellow cast members Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, Chill Wills, Dennis Hopper, Jane Withers, Robert Nichols, Fran Bennett, Charles Watts, Mary Ann Edwards, Monte Hale, Alexander Scourby, Felipe Turich, producer Henry Ginsberg, and dialogue coach Robert Hinkle. In Very Fine condition with some mild to moderate shelf wear and slightly loose hinges. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Dean Signed Yearbook. Even though he appeared in only three movies before his untimely death at age 24, James Dean's skill as an actor and ability to epitomize youthful angst forever marked him as an icon of the '50s. This copy of the 1948 Black and Gold yearbook for Fairmount High School features a Junior class photo of the budding young talent, who would rise to stardom and ultimately cult status in the seven short years that followed. Better still, the book is signed "Jim Dean" in blue ink under his basketball photo in the Sports section, and is in overall Good condition with moderate wear to the cover, which has detached from the the contents of the book. A very rare and desirable item presented in an attractive framed display box. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Dean Signed East of Eden Lobby Card. He appeared in only three movies before his untimely death at age 24, but James Dean's preternatural skill as an actor allowed him a lasting legacy. Dean made his auspicious debut in Elia Kazan's adaptation of John Steinbeck's novel -- the only one of his movies released before Dean's death -- and was quickly established as a rising star. This 11" x 14" lobby card for the 1955 movie is inscribed "To Bob with all my best wishes" and signed by Dean across the top in black ink (an enhanced image of this fantastic lot graces the cover of our auction catalog). The lobby card is in Fine condition with pin holes in the corners and near the image field, a few areas of mild soiling, a few corner creases, and tearing, discoloration, and chipping to the edges. Only a light crease through the "D" affects the signature. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Two Sets of James Dean's Cuff Links. Two sets of cuff links owned and worn by James Dean, one a set of brass links with dark blue stone settings, the other silver with faux mother of pearl inlays. Both sets are in Excellent condition. Letter of authenticity included. From the James Dean Museum archive.
Death Takes a Holiday (1934) Vintage Promo Stills. Set of 28 vintage b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the 1934 romantic comedy featuring images of Fredric March, Evelyn Venable, Sir Guy Standing, and Kent Taylor. In overall Very Fine condition.
Cecil B. deMille Memorabilia Archive with Signed Items. Includes three signed checks, dated April 15 and June 2, 1952, and January 31, 1957; a "Cecil B. deMille's Xmas Turkey" card (unsigned); a Cecil B. deMille Productions Inc. mailing envelope; b&w 8" x 10" headshot of the mogul circa 1958; and a program book from an Academy All-Industry Conference that featured deMille as a guest speaker. Items are in overall Very Fine condition, with some ink stains to the reverse of one check (signature unaffected). Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Design for Death Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature of 1947. Since 1929, the Motion Picture Academy of Arts and Sciences' annual achievement awards, better known as the Oscars, have been a symbol of the ultimate achievement in the various aspects of filmmaking. Approximately 40 awards are hand-crafted each year by R. S. Owens & Company of Chicago, and as of the 81st Academy Awards ceremony held last year, a total of 2,744 Oscars have been awarded. Despite the sheer number that have been produced and handed out, only a few have circulated amongst collectors of Hollywood memorabilia, due to the fact that a requirement has existed since 1950 stipulating that neither Academy Award winners nor their heirs may sell the statuettes without first offering them back to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for the sum of $1. If a winner refuses to sign said agreement, the Academy keeps the statuette. A 2007 Forbes article suggests that only an approximate 150 statuettes have ever been sold; often, the buyer returns the award to the Academy, which stores them in its vaults.
This Academy First Award for Best Documentary Feature was presented to executive producer Sid Rogell and producers Theron Warth and Richard O. Fleischer on March 20, 1948, at the 20th ceremony. Co-authored by Dr. Theodor S. Geisel (aka "Dr. Seuss") and his wife Helen Palmer Geisel, Design for Death was the commercial version of a 1945 U.S. Army training film that explored Japanese culture and the origins of that nation's involvement in World War II.
Made of gold-plated britannium on a black metal base, the statuette stands 13.5", weighs 8.5 lbs., and depicts an Art Deco-style male figure holding a sword standing upon a reel of film, a design recognized worldwide. The statuette is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with a few small areas of mild tarnishing and surface wear, and is firmly mounted to its base. This is a rare opportunity to own an iconic symbol of Hollywood and filmmaking at its finest.
This Academy First Award for Best Documentary Feature was presented to executive producer Sid Rogell and producers Theron Warth and Richard O. Fleischer on March 20, 1948, at the 20th ceremony. Co-authored by Dr. Theodor S. Geisel (aka "Dr. Seuss") and his wife Helen Palmer Geisel, Design for Death was the commercial version of a 1945 U.S. Army training film that explored Japanese culture and the origins of that nation's involvement in World War II.
Made of gold-plated britannium on a black metal base, the statuette stands 13.5", weighs 8.5 lbs., and depicts an Art Deco-style male figure holding a sword standing upon a reel of film, a design recognized worldwide. The statuette is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with a few small areas of mild tarnishing and surface wear, and is firmly mounted to its base. This is a rare opportunity to own an iconic symbol of Hollywood and filmmaking at its finest.
Walt Disney Autographed Envelope. A 3.25" x 5.5" envelope boldly signed in large script on one side by the legendary animator. A great example of Disney's rare signature, in Very Fine condition with some mild stains that do not overtly affect the signature. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Kirk Douglas Signed Letters and Annotated Speech. Includes a pair of single-page typed letters, dated May 9, 1958, on business letterhead and November 24, 1959, on personal letterhead, respectively, both signed by Douglas in blue ink. The letters are accompanied by a seven-page typed lecture titled "Sound Effects", dated March 31, 1984, with Douglas' handwritten notations in pencil throughout. All are in Very Fine condition, with mailing crease to the letters and staple and punch holes to the lecture.
Billie Dove, Laura LaPlante, and Sue Carol Signed Photos. Set of three vintage b&w 11" x 14" autographed photos includes Billie Dove, Laura LaPlante, and Sue Carol -- each inscribed and signed in black ink. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear, toning, and a few instances of silvering. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jimmy Durante's Hand-Carved Cane. A perfect cane for Jimmy, topped with a beautifully carved and detailed ivory head of an elfish-looking sprite with an epically-long "schnozzola". The polished bamboo stick extends 32.5" inches below the "neck" of the cane's smiling Durante-like head. In Excellent condition. "Stop the music!" and make your bid. From the Kaye Ballard Collection.
Edison, The Man Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the biopic starring Spencer Tracy, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - July 1940." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Emmy Station Achievement Award, 1954. A Station Achievement Award for 1954 from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. It is unclear as to who the recipient was (if any), or if this was presented locally, regionally, or nationally, as there is no name engraved on the base. The award stands 15" high and the base measures 7.5" in diameter, and is in Fine to Very Fine condition with mild to moderate tarnishing, surface loss, and some wear.
Douglas Fairbanks Signed Photo. A great vintage b&w 8" x 10" photo of Fairbanks in full swashbuckling regalia, inscribed "To Bert D. Burnes/Best wishes," dated 1928, and signed by the silent era action hero in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning and light wear to the edges and corners. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Frances Farmer Signed Letter. A remarkably lyrical letter from legendary actress Frances Farmer (1913-1970), written in black fountain ink on three sides of 8.5" x 11" beige stationery and signed Frances; the accompanying original air mail envelope is postmarked Los Angeles, November 12, 1935. Farmer, who had signed with Paramount Studios, writes in part: "dear dick, 'as if a wind should call and an empty echo answer'...i had forgotten you.....heat and hatred, a living and a dying, pieces of paper signed, grand central, and in the end, hollywood...i had forgotten you - as one forgets the memory of a dream...oh, dick, your letter has stirred ashes - and I feel old and lost. do you understand me, then? we are both a bit sad, because at last and eventually, we shall conform. Frances."
Farmer's battles with alcohol and mental illness were the subject of her posthumously-published ghost-written memoir Will There Really Be a Morning? (1972), and the film Frances (1982), in which Jessica Lange's portrayal of the title role won her an Oscar nomination. Also included in the lot are two letters -- one from Hannah McFarland, Handwriting and Document Examiner, and another from Wessel and Lieberman, booksellers, officially validating the letter's authenticity and value; and photocopies of two other Farmer letters (one from 1941 and written to Clifford Odets - Farmer had starred in Odets' 1937 play Golden Boy) from the Special Collections Division of the University of Washington. Frances Farmer material is ultra-rare in any form, and this piece offers powerfully moving insight into this enigmatic actress whose tragedy still haunts Hollywood. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Farmer's battles with alcohol and mental illness were the subject of her posthumously-published ghost-written memoir Will There Really Be a Morning? (1972), and the film Frances (1982), in which Jessica Lange's portrayal of the title role won her an Oscar nomination. Also included in the lot are two letters -- one from Hannah McFarland, Handwriting and Document Examiner, and another from Wessel and Lieberman, booksellers, officially validating the letter's authenticity and value; and photocopies of two other Farmer letters (one from 1941 and written to Clifford Odets - Farmer had starred in Odets' 1937 play Golden Boy) from the Special Collections Division of the University of Washington. Frances Farmer material is ultra-rare in any form, and this piece offers powerfully moving insight into this enigmatic actress whose tragedy still haunts Hollywood. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
W.C. Fields Vintage Promo Photos. Set of 40 vintage b&w 8" x 10" promo stills includes shots of Fields in Six of a Kind (1934), It's a Gift (1934, some bearing the tentative title Back Porch), and Mississippi (1935). Condition ranges from Very Good to Very Fine, with some bearing heavy tanning along the edges, chipping, creases, handling wear, and the occasional missing corner.
Glenn Ford's Pair of Wing-Backed Chairs with Table. This pair of floral print wing-backed chairs with 4' x 4' table were originally situated in the dining room of the Ford home, at which Glenn Ford would often sit with guests for private conversations after dinner. The table can be moved next to the larger dining room table also offered in this auction, to allow seating for 12. Each chair measures 46" x 28" x 30", and the set as a whole is in Excellent condition. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford Original Oil Painting. An abstract piece by Ford of a large red, orange, and yellow "X" against a dark background, titled Crossroads, oil on canvas panel, 18" x 24". Ford only painted about 20 works in his lifetime; two of these were gifted to friends, and of the remaining 18, only three have been offered at auction. In Excellent condition, framed to an overall size of 29.75" x 23.75". From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford's Custom Dining Room Table and Chairs. A stunning table with a set of ten matching chairs handmade by painter, sculptor, craftsman, actor, and Hollywood stuntman George Montgomery. As a boy, Montgomery had developed considerable skill in crafting with wood, and as an adult pastime he began building furniture, first for himself and then for friends. His talent was such that his hobby became a full-fledged cabinet-making business that he ran for 40 years while still working in film, employing as many as 20 craftsmen at one time.
Glenn Ford was one of his clients, and this dining set was the centerpiece of the Ford dining room for decades, and guests who have sat before it include Frank Sinatra, Gregory Peck, Kirk Douglas, Jimmy Stewart, Max Von Sydow, Sydney Poitier, Anthony Hopkins, Jack Lemmon, and Roger Moore. The quality of the wood is surpassed only by the craftsmanship involved, and the table and chairs are in Excellent condition, having been well-cared for. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford was one of his clients, and this dining set was the centerpiece of the Ford dining room for decades, and guests who have sat before it include Frank Sinatra, Gregory Peck, Kirk Douglas, Jimmy Stewart, Max Von Sydow, Sydney Poitier, Anthony Hopkins, Jack Lemmon, and Roger Moore. The quality of the wood is surpassed only by the craftsmanship involved, and the table and chairs are in Excellent condition, having been well-cared for. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford's Gaming Table and Dart Board. This elegant gaming table from Neiman-Marcus was a regular fixture in the Ford home for many years. When not in use, the roughly coffee table-sized piece measures 16.5" x 64.5" x 32"; when in use, however, the bottom portion folds out to raise the table to a height of 39". It features a small roulette wheel on the surface, which lifts off to reveal a craps table underneath. A set of betting chips are included. The table is accompanied by a 17.5" dart board with a 31" x 31" wood-paneled mounting board and set of darts, also owned and used by Ford. The table is in Excellent condition, and the dart board and mount are Fine to Very Fine with the expected number of holes from regular use and the occasional miss. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford's Steamer Trunk. This vintage 30" x 41" x 22" steamer trunk was used by Glenn Ford when filming on location, often sent in advance so his personal belongings would be waiting for him when he arrived. The trunk has a large "G.F." monogrammed on the top, and bears decals from such locations as Paris, Tokyo, Manila, London, Cairo, and other locales. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear to the outside from use. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Glenn Ford's 19th Century French Day Bed. A light green French day bed, constructed in the 19th century, owned by Glenn Ford and a fixture in his home for many years. In Excellent condition. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Frankenstein Related -- Signed by James Whale and R.C. Sherriff. Signatures of director James Whale and frequent collaborator R.C. Sherriff grace this first edition of Journey's End, Sherriff's 1929 stage play that Whale helmed to smash success on both sides of the Atlantic and made a star of future Frankenstein lead Colin Clive. R.C. Sherriff went on to write scripts for several of Whale's films, the first being 1933's The Invisible Man, adapted from the H.G. Wells' novel and featuring in the cast (as Chief of Police) British actor Holmes Herbert. This copy of Journey's End (London: Victor Gollancz Ltd., 1929) was owned by Herbert and presumably signed for him. Still present is the original mailing envelope used by London bookseller Bernard Rota in sending the book to Herbert's Beverly Hills residence in May of 1932. Sherriff, who had only arrived in Los Angeles the month before to begin work on The Invisible Man, signed shortly thereafter, in ink on the front endpaper: "Yours very sincerely / R.C. Sherriff / Santa Monica / 3 June 1932." Whale's undated pencil signature below Sherriff's, "Yours, James Whale," may have been acquired during filming the following year. In addition to the mailing envelope, the book is accompanied by a scarce wraparound band and a bookmark, both issued to promote the play's original London run. The softcover book is in Near Fine condition with some minor foxing to pages and expected offsetting to endsheets from cover flap. Wraparound band is Very Good +, cut, creased, and has a small chip. Bookmark is Fine. Mailing envelope is Very Good with expected handling wear. For additional details on James Whale, R.C. Sherrif, and Holmes Herbert, go to HA.com/Entertainment.
Clark Gable Assorted Vintage Promo Stills. Set of seven b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills and 14 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills featuring images of Gable ranging from 1932-1959, as he appeared in No Man of Her Own (1932), The Hucksters (1947), and But Not for Me (1959). In overall Very Fine condition.
Clark Gable Signed Agreement. A single-page letter of agreement on MGM letterhead, dated November 19, 1953, in which Loew's Inc. sought permission to use references to Gable in a screenplay tentatively titled The P.O.W. Story, signed boldly at the bottom by Gable in black ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Clark Gable Autograph. A 4" x 6" piece of personalized notepad paper, inscribed "To Halley/I wish you every happiness/Always" and signed by Gable in pencil. In Very Fine condition with mild tanning and tearing to the top edge that does not affect the handwriting. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Greta Garbo Photo Portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull. A fantastic b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of Garbo, shot by legendary Hollywood photographer Clarence Sinclair Bull. Head of the MGM stills department for more than 40 years, Bull took more than 4,000 photographs of Garbo from 1929 until her retirement from acting in 1941. Garbo's favorite photographer (she disliked George Hurrell's manic personality), she used her influence at MGM to request him as her exclusive photographer. The photo has Bull's credit stamp embossed on the lower right corner, is numbered "2/99" in pencil in the lower left, and is in Very Fine condition with some mild wrinkling. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Greta Garbo Photo Portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull. This gorgeous b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of screen siren Greta Garbo was shot by legendary photographer Clarence Sinclair Bull during his 40-year tenure as head of the MGM stills department. Bull took more than 4,000 photographs of Garbo from 1929-1941; he was Garbo's favorite photographer, and her influence as a megastar at MGM allowed her to request him as her exclusive photographer. The photo has Bull's credit stamp embossed on the lower right corner, is numbered "2/99" in pencil on the lower left, and is in Very Fine condition with some minor wrinkling, not affecting the image. Original photo from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Greta Garbo Photo Portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull. A beautiful b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of a pensive Garbo, shot by the legendary photographer. Bull was head of the MGM stills department for more than 40 years and he took more than 4,000 photographs of Garbo from 1929 until the end of her career in 1941. He was Garbo's favorite photographer, and as her influence at MGM grew, she was eventually able to request that only Bull photograph her. The photo has Bull's credit stamp embossed on the lower right corner, and is in Very Fine condition with some minor wrinkling, not affecting the image. Original photo from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Greta Garbo Photo Portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull. A stunning b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of Garbo, shot by the legendary photographer. Head of the MGM stills department for more than 40 years, Bull took more than 4,000 photographs of Garbo from 1929 until her retirement from acting in 1941. He was Garbo's favorite photographer, and as her influence at MGM grew, she was able to request Bull as her photographer. The photo has Bull's credit stamp embossed on the lower right corner, is numbered "59/99" in pencil in the lower left, and is in Very Fine condition with some minor wrinkling, not affecting the image. Original photo from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Ava Gardner Owned Roberta di Camerini Bag and Hermès Scarf. Ava Gardner's fashion sense was no doubt influenced by her friends and colleagues such as Grace Kelly, her co-star in Mogambo, who was known to carry Roberta di Camerini bags. This particular example, owned and used by Ava, combines elegant style with functional practicality. In Very Fine condition, the handbag has a single velvet covered handle with a 3" drop, raised velvet tapestry design, leather-lined interior with three interior pockets, and a brass twisting clasp enclosure, and measures 9.5" wide and 8" high. Also included is a 34.5" x 35.5" Hermès silk scarf, made in Paris. With earth-tones, a brown border, and bird-themed design, this sumptuous scarf is in Very Fine condition with minor signs of wear. From the Ava Gardner Estate.
Ava Gardner Worn Pants. Black wool gabardine straight legged pants owned and worn by the actress. Provenance documentation below. In Fine condition with some soiling to the left outer leg.
General Hospital Signed Contracts Archive. Set of 16 engagement contracts for the long-running daytime drama, dated 1963-65 (the first years of the series), signed by the likes of John McNamara, Helen Mayon, Eve McVeagh, Maurice Manson, Fred Roberto, Joseph Ruskin, Greg Morris, Joe Mell, and others. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Girl in White Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze Special Merit Award Medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1952 John Sturges drama starring June Allyson. Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition, in its original presentation case.
Gladiator and Alexander Prop Dagger and Bow. Included is a prop dagger with metal sheath from the Academy Award-winning Gladiator (2000), and a prop bow with leather quiver containing three prop arrows from the historical drama Alexander (2004). Both are handmade and were acquired from the respective prop masters. All are in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some mild wear from use during filming.
Gone With the Wind Award Medal from Photoplay Magazine. Founded in 1911 as one of the first film fan magazines, Photoplay began giving out what is considered the first significant annual movie award, the Photoplay Medal of Honor, in 1920. The award was given to the producer of the year's best film as selected by the readers of the magazine, and it proved to be influential on the Academy Awards when they debuted less than a decade later.
This bronze medallion was awarded to David O. Selznick for his work in bringing Margaret Mitchell's Gone With the Wind to the silver screen. It was his second medal, having been honored in 1933 along with Merian C. Cooper and Kenneth Macgowan for producing Little Women. This 3" bronze medallion, crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York, is in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
This bronze medallion was awarded to David O. Selznick for his work in bringing Margaret Mitchell's Gone With the Wind to the silver screen. It was his second medal, having been honored in 1933 along with Merian C. Cooper and Kenneth Macgowan for producing Little Women. This 3" bronze medallion, crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York, is in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Melanie Griffith Owned Versace Throw and Signed Photograph. The throw, a silk Versace scarf in gold gray and black backed in a velour mirroring the scarf in color and pattern, is accompanied by an inscribed photograph and a warm note from Melanie Griffith. "Here is a warm, cozey, cuddly blanket that I love, for you I also sprayed my perfume on it!" In Very Fine condition.
Mark Hamill Signed Star Wars Action Figure. A Luke Skywalker action figure from The Empire Strikes Back series, inscribed and signed by Hamill on the plastic blister packaging in blue felt tip. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Margaret Hamilton Signed Wizard of Oz Still. A b&w 8" x 10" still from the classic 1939 musical, inscribed and signed by Hamilton in green ink. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Oliver Hardy's First Signed Contract with Hal Roach Studios, February 6, 1926, Earliest Hardy Signature to Surface. Truly an astounding, historic item! This contract, dated February 6, 1926, bears the earliest known Oliver Hardy signature to surface, and is the very first employment contract between Hardy and Hal Roach Studios. Signed on page four by Hardy in black ink and Roach in blue. It was during this same year that Hardy met future partner Stan Laurel; by 1927 they had appeared in their first film together as the vaunted duo of Laurel & Hardy. With Hal Roach, they made their classic series of short films and their first few features; however, by 1936 their relationship with Roach had become strained by artistic differences, and by 1940 they had split from the studio. The stunning piece is in Very Fine condition with mild wear and toning. Click here to read an article on this contract and its place in history. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jean Harlow Photo Portrait by Clarence Sinclair Bull. Vintage b&w 10" x 13" photo of Harlow with Bull's studio and credit stamps on the reverse. Very Fine condition.
Jean Harlow Rare Autograph with Photo. An approximately 7" x 6.5" piece of paper inscribed "To Gene/Most Sincerely" and signed by the platinum blonde starlet in blue ink. Jean Harlow died from renal failure at the tender age of 26, just as her career was flourishing; during her lifetime, much of her correspondence and autograph-signing duties was handled by her mother, "Mama Jean" Harlow. As such, signed items bearing Harlow's actual signature are hard to come by. This is a superb example of such a rare autograph, in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some toning, matted and framed along with a b&w 8" x 10" photo to an overall size of 13" x 23". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Melissa Joan Hart's Sabrina the Teenage Witch Costume Sweater. A gray Urban Life sweater worn by Hart on the long-running teen television series. In Excellent condition.
Sterling Hayden Worn Cloak.
A red velveteen cloak, fully lined with 3" diameter stylized bloom closure secured with chain, bearing Western Costume Co. label typed Sterling Hayden. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield, the cloak is in Fine condition.
A red velveteen cloak, fully lined with 3" diameter stylized bloom closure secured with chain, bearing Western Costume Co. label typed Sterling Hayden. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield, the cloak is in Fine condition.
Susan Hayward Vintage 1940s Keybook Stills. Set of 30 b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills featuring publicity shots and promo images of Hayward in Reap the Wild Wind (1942), The Forest Rangers (1942), and The Man in Half Moon Street (1943, which ultimately she did not appear in). In overall Very Fine condition with caption info on the reverse of some, and Advertising Advisory Council stamps on most.
Edith Head Costume Designs for The Lucy Show. A suite of hand drawn costume sketches by Edith Head depicting Lucille Ball and various guest stars of The Lucy Show. Pencil and water color on illustration paper ranging in size from 11" x 15" to 17" x 12", in overall Very Fine condition.
Edith Head's Airport Costume Design Sketches. A pair of costume design drawings by the legendary designer for the 1970 disaster flick, various media on 15" x 20" illustration board. Head designed costumes for the movie and its first two sequels, and received Oscar nominations for Airport and Airport '77. Head so revolutionized the look of airport personnel with her designs that she subsequently went on to redesign wardrobe for the flight industry. Both are hand-labeled "The Airport Collection" and signed by her in black grease pencil. In Very Fine condition.
Paul Henreid's In Our Time Costume Pants. A pair of gray cotton trousers with lace-up cuffs, tailored for Henreid for the 1944 Warner Brothers production. The pants are in Excellent condition with a Warner Bros. costume tag bearing Henreid's name and the date July 28, 1943, sewn into the waistband, and are accompanied by a b&w 8" x 10" photo of the actor wearing them opposite co-star Ida Lupino.
Charlton Heston's The Agony and the Ecstasy Costume Pants. Charlton Heston portrayed the great artist Michelangelo in this 1965 biopic, early on wearing these ragged pants to demonstrate how the artist would dig on his own for choice marble slabs. A Western Costume Co. tag along the inner waist seam bears Heston's typed name and production number. In Fine to Very Fine condition.
Dustin Hoffman's Little Big Man Costume Pants. Worn by Hoffman in the classic 1970 western directed by Arthur Penn. The actor was riding high on the success of The Graduate and Midnight Cowboy at the time, both of which earned him Oscar nominations, and the movie stands with those as one of his finest performances. A Western Costume Co. label along the inner waist seam bears Hoffman's typed name and production number. In Very Fine condition.
Dustin Hoffman Signed Pillow. A 16" x 12" Calvin Klein pillow inscribed "Dear Danny -- This works for me when I'm between scenes -- I hope it works for you as well -- Hoping you feel better -- God Bless --", dated October 26, 2001, and signed by Hoffman in black felt tip. Includes an accompanying letter originally sent with the pillow, from Hoffman's Punch Productions office (on Punch letterhead). In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Holiday in Mexico Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" silver medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the musical comedy starring Roddy McDowall, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - October 1946." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Bob Hope Golf Clubs and Frank Sinatra Golf Ball. This set of MacGregor irons were personally owned and used by Bob Hope. The set includes 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11 irons with Hope's named stamped on the heads. Also included is a First Flight #6 golf ball, circa 1963, stenciled "Compliments of Frank Sinatra." All items are in Excellent condition, with a little bit of yellowing to the golf ball.
Bob Hope Tonight Show Dossier from Johnny Carson's Secretary. Compiled and maintained by Johnny Carson's secretary, Shirley Wood, this was one of many files featuring info on and potential questions for Tonight Show guests' appearances on the show. This particular file was for comedian Bob Hope, and features documents from numerous appearances dating from 1969-88. Also included are six b&w 10" x 12" photo prints of Hope in various performances opposite James Cagney, Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, and others. The items are in overall Very Fine condition with mild wear.
Harry Houdini Signed Letter. A single-page letter on Houdini Picture Corporation letterhead, dated June 7, 1921, signed by the legendary escapist in black ink. It reads: "My dear Edgar Selden: - Thanks for yours of the 6th inst. We are very busy cutting our first picture and I just happened to walk into the office when your letter arrived" (with "as I am at the Laboratory all day" added in ink). "We have the next two stories and it would be impossible for me to entertain anything for the time being, but I will be pleased, in the future, to take things up that might be suitable. Thanks for your letter. Kindest regards and best wishes." Following a brief stint in Hollywood, Houdini returned to New York and started the aforementioned production company, as well as his own film laboratory, the Film Development Corporation (FDC). He produced and starred in two films, The Man From Beyond (1922, most likely the one referenced above) and Haldane of the Secret Service (1923), but neither Houdini's acting career nor FDC were successful, and he gave up on the movie business in 1923, three years before his untimely death. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some mild wear, mailing creases, and mild to moderate toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Harry Houdini's Toy Train and Track. Included is a vintage metal Commodore Vanderbilt toy electric locomotive accompanied by four pieces of track, owned by legendary escape artist Harry Houdini. The items were of a cache of Houdini's personal items, long thought lost, that were discovered and sold for auction in New Jersey in 1980. The train is in Very Good condition with moderate scratching, wear, and paint loss, and the pieces of track are in Very Fine condition. Provenance documentation below.
Ron Howard Signed American Graffiti Contract. A two-page contract on Lucasfilm letterhead dated June 26, 1973, engaging the services of Ron Howard for the role of Steve in American Graffiti. The movie went on to inspire the TV series Happy Days, which Howard also starred in. Signed by the actor in blue ink, it is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with very mild tanning, fold creases, and the standard punch holes in the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rock Hudson's Personal Screenplays. A set of seven screenplays from the estate of Rock Hudson that includes Battle Hymn (second revised final draft, dated February 28, 1956, 123 pages with revisions), Something of Value (unspecified draft, August 8, 1956, 139 pages), This Earth is Mine (final draft, August 18, 1958, 140 pages with revisions), The Favor (final draft, June 9, 1964, 136 pages with revisions), Tobruk (final draft, December 22, 1965, 125 pages with revisions), Showdown (second revised final draft, April 3, 1972, 127 pages, some revisions in pencil), and The Brazil Run (second draft, 1975, 102 pages, no revisions). The scripts are in overall Very Fine condition with instances of mild to moderate wear. Previously sold at the Rock Hudson estate sale at William Doyle Galleries, New York. Provenance documentation available online at HA.com/Entertainment.
The Human Comedy Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the drama starring Mickey Rooney, Van Johnson, and Donna Reed, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - April 1943." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
George Hurrell Self-Portrait Photo. One of the most prominent Hollywood photographers of the 1930s and '40s, George Hurrell helped document the Golden Age of motion pictures, while making a significant contribution to the glitz and glamour it presented. This b&w 13.5" x 9.5" photo self-portrait of Hurrell features him -- appropriately -- poised with lights and camera, ready to shoot an image (in this case, his). The photo features a snipe typed on Warner Bros. letterhead affixed to the reverse, and has been matted to an overall size of 19.5" x 15" and is in Excellent condition.
Desi Arnaz Signed Original I Love Lucy Contract. The original ten-page agreement that effectively marks the official creation of I Love Lucy, still considered one of the greatest sitcoms ever produced more than 50 years after the fact. The document is typed on Desilu Productions letterhead and addressed to producer Jess Oppenheimer from Desi Arnaz, signed in black ink by both on the last page. It reads in part: "We (Desilu) hereby engage you (Oppenheimer) to render your exclusive services as a producer and head writer, as required by us, in connection with the production of a series of television programs tentatively entitled 'I Love Lucy' of 30 minutes duration weekly starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz." Arnaz and Oppenheimer began negotiating the producer's compensation before the October 1951 debut of the show, but did not finalize the deal until 1954; because of that, the first page features the original typewritten date of September 12, 1951, as well as the handwritten notation of December 21, 1954. The document is in Very Fine condition with light wear, binder holes and staples to the top edge. The contract was reproduced in Oppenheimer's 1996 memoirs. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Signed Checks. A pair of personal checks from the duo's joint account, one dated July 10, 1953, written for $500 and signed by Arnaz in black ink; the other dated June 21, 1954, written for $47.70 and signed by Ball (as "Lucille Ball Arnaz") in blue. These checks were written during the height of their popularity and that of I Love Lucy. The check signed by Arnaz has "studio gifts - MGM" written in the memo field, and the date places it during filming for MGM's 1954 hit The Long, Long Trailer. Both in Very Fine condition with the usual bank cancellation marks and a fold crease and staple in the Ball check. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour Vintage Contact Sheets. Set of 45 b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring more than 450 rare images from the episode "Lucy Takes a Cruise to Havana" (Season 1, Episode 1, 1957), including numerous images of cast members Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, and William Frawley (many of them featuring Ball and Arnaz as matadors), candids from behind the camera, and a handful of shots of guest stars Ann Sothern, Cesar Romero, and others. In overall Very Fine condition with some light curling and general wear.
The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour Vintage Contact Sheets. Set of 40 vintage b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring more than 400 rare images from the episode "Lucy Takes a Cruise to Havana" (Season 1, Episode 1, 1957), including numerous images of the main cast and a handful of shots of guest stars Ann Sothern and Cesar Romero. In overall Fine condition with some corner curling, creasing, and general wear.
The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour Vintage Stills. Set of 209 b&w 4" x 5" snapshots featuring rare images from the "Lucy Hunts Uranium" episode of the sitcom (Season 1, Episode 3, 1958), including numerous images of the main cast and guest star Fred MacMurray, as well as some great behind-the-scenes candids taken during location shooting in the desert. In overall Very Good to Fine condition with some corner curling, creasing, brown edges, and general wear.
Michael Jackson Costume Sketch from The Jacksons TV Series. A 8" x 18" costume design drawing, pencil and ink on heavy illustration board, for an outfit worn by Jackson on the The Jacksons TV series (1976). In Excellent condition, accompanied by a COA from the artist.
Jennifer Jones The Barretts of Wimpole Street Costume Dress and Corseted Undergarment. Designed for Jennifer Jones in her role as Elizabeth Barrett in the 1957 drama, this dress of brown-violet silk faille is composed of a floor length skirt and bodice plus a satin undergarment. The bodice, trimmed with brown velvet and a fringe of chiffon, is shaped with stays and secured at the back with a series of hooks and eyes, and has a label bearing Jones' name and the film's production number. The undergarment is composed of a pink satin corset attached to a full floor length cream satin skirt edged in cotton lace eyelet and lined with ruffles, with an inner skirt of cotton edged with stiffening. It also bears a label with Jones' name and the Wimpole production number. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield, the costume is in Fine condition with wear to the velvet and a green stain at the right shoulder. The undergarment is in Good condition with wear commensurate with age; the upper edge of the corset lining is desiccating and the lower left edge has come free from the skirt.
Killer Klowns From Outer Space Costume Mask. A foam rubber clown mask used in the production of the campy 1988 science fiction comedy. Written and directed by the Chiodo Brothers, this cult classic featured aliens who resemble mutant clowns terrorizing a small town as a group of teenagers tries to stop them. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some areas of wear and paint loss.
Killer Klowns From Outer Space Costume Mask. A foam rubber clown mask used in the production of the campy 1988 science fiction comedy. Written and directed by the Chiodo Brothers, this cult classic centered on teenagers attempting to stop an invasion by sadistic aliens who resemble mutant clowns. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some areas of wear, paint loss, and and some missing pieces from the back.
Kiss Me Kate Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze Special Merit Award medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1953 romantic-comedy musical starring Howard Keel and Ann Miller. Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Burt Lancaster and Others Vintage Desert Fury Keybook Stills. Set of 30 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the 1947 film noir, featuring images of Burt Lancaster, John Hodiak, Lizabeth Scott, Mary Astor, and Wendell Corey. In overall Very Fine condition with some mild wear and curling, and binder holes along the left side of each image.
Land of Liberty Award Medal From Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze Special Award Medal presented to the 1939 documentary. Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Lassie Come Home Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the adventure drama starring Roddy McDowall and Elizabeth Taylor, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - October 1943." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
The Last Starfighter Prop Laser Pistol. A prop laser pistol and holster from the 1984 sci-fi adventure film. A cult favorite, The Last Starfighter, along with such films as Tron and Young Sherlock Holmes, has the distinction of being one of the first films to use extensive CGI effects. It was also the final theatrical film to feature Robert Preston before his death. The prop is in Excellent condition and is accompanied by a 7" x 10" color Japanese handbill for the movie.
Stan Laurel Related Keystone Trio Documents. Set of 13 performance agreements and correspondence items, dated 1912-1917, relating to the Laurel's early vaudeville troupe, the Keystone Trio. In Fine to Very Fine condition with creasing, wear, and some separations. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stan Laurel Related - Keystone Trio Documents. Set of 10 performance agreements and correspondence items, dated 1915-1917, relating to the Laurel's early vaudeville troupe, the Keystone Trio. In Fine condition with creasing, wear, and some separations. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stan Laurel Related - Keystone Trio Documents. Set of 12 performance agreements and correspondence items, dated 1915-1917, relating to the Laurel's early vaudeville troupe, the Keystone Trio. In Fine condition with creasing, wear, and some separations. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stan Laurel Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 8" x 10" headshot of Laurel circa the late-'20s/early-'30s, inscribed "My kind thoughts always Ed & Ethel/Sincerely - your old partner" and signed by the iconic comedian in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with mild toning, a few small areas of soiling near the bottom, and some smearing to the inscription. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy Signed Photo. This is the Stan and Ollie portrait that most of their fans prefer -- the world's most beloved comedy team, circa 1930, smiling in their derbies, Ollie's arm around Stan's shoulder. Stan has signed in the lower margin in blue ink, "Hello Robert! Stan Laurel," while Ollie has signed under his image in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with some very faint silvering, slight fading to the end of Laurel's signature, and very mild edge wear. Stamped on the reverse is "Please credit photo by Stax". A highly desirable pair of autographs. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Laurel & Hardy Signed Letters of Agreement to Hal Roach Studios (1936). A pair of one-page letters of agreement between the comedy team and the studio, both on studio letterhead. The first is a letter to Hardy dated October 6, 1936, in which the studio exercises a one-year employment option, signed by Hardy in black ink; the second is to Laurel and dated October 10, 1936, acknowledges receipt of a cash advance, and is signed by Laurel in blue. It was with Roach that they made their classic series of short films and their first few features; however, by 1936 their relationship with the studio had become strained by artistic differences, and by 1940 they had severed ties with Roach entirely. A rare set of documents from a pivotal time in the team's career, the letters are in Very Fine condition with fold creases, mild wear, and toning.
Bruce Lee's Personal Green Hornet Episode #4 Script with Bruce Lee Photo. Bruce Lee's personal copy of the final draft screenplay (dated June 14, 1966; 40 pages including revisions, title page, set list, and cast list; minimal notations) for the episode "Crime Wave" of the short-lived adventure series. Inspired by the success of the Batman series, ABC produced The Green Hornet as a companion show, though it was played straight as opposed to the camp comedy of the Caped Crusader's show. It only lasted one season of 26 episodes before cancellation, but managed to establish the martial arts legend as a rising star in the U.S. It maintains a cult following and is a staple of syndicated television to this day. Originially purchased at auction in Beverly Hills in 1993, the script is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some mild discoloration to the cover, and is accompanied by a b&w snapshot of Lee, originating from his estate, and produced by the actor in anticipation of autograph requests during the show's unproduced second season.
Bruce Lee's Personal Green Hornet Episode #12 Script with Bruce Lee Photo. Bruce Lee's personal copy of the final draft screenplay (dated September 27, 1966; 40 pages including title page, set list, and cast list; no revisions or notations) for the episode "Deadline for Death" of the short-lived adventure series. The script has co-star Bruce Lee's name written on the cover in an unknown hand, suggesting it may have been intended as his personal copy. Inspired by the success of the Batman series, ABC produced The Green Hornet as a companion show, though it was played straight as opposed to the camp comedy of the Caped Crusader's show. It only lasted one season of 26 episodes before cancellation, but managed to establish Lee as a rising star in the U.S. It maintains a cult following and is a staple of syndicated television to this day. Originally purchased at auction in Beverly Hills in 1993, the script is in Excellent condition and is accompanied by a b&w snapshot of Lee, originating from his estate, and produced by the actor in anticipation of autograph requests during the show's unproduced second season.
Liberace Worn Jacket. Worn by Liberace, the white leather fringed three button jacket bears the Trego's Westwear label. Originally sold at the Liberace Collection auction at Butterfield & Butterfield. Provenance documentation below. Lined in satin, it is in Fine condition with minor soiling.
Huey Long and O.K. Allen Signed Letters. Includes a letter on U.S. Senate letterhead, dated January 10, 1933, and signed by Senator Huey P. Long in black ink; and a letter on State of Louisiana letterhead, dated September 5, 1934, and signed by Governor O.K. Allen in blue. Both were written in response to autograph requests, and are in Very Fine condition with mild wear and mailing creases, with mild toning to the Long letter. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Sophia Loren Signed Letters, Photos, and Archive. This large collection of items includes signed and initialed letters from Sophia Loren and Carlo Ponti regarding the 1980 TV biopic Sophia Loren: Her Own Story; signed telegrams from Loren to Ponti; three VHS screener tapes of Her Own Story; contracts from Her Own Story signed by Armand Assante and Rip Torn; production letters for Her Own Story and the 1984 drama Aurora by Night; publicity photos for both films with negatives, color proof sheets, and color slides; and a copy of the October 22, 1984, issue of People with Loren on the cover and mentions of both films. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lost in Space (1998) Mask Mold. Latex injection mold used to create makeup prosthetics for an unspecified character during production on the feature film version of the classic '60s science fiction TV series. In Excellent condition.
Myrna Loy Signed Photo. A stunning vintage b&w 11" x 14" photo of the silver screen siren, inscribed "To B. D. Burnes/Cordially," and signed by Loy in black fountain ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild toning, light wear to the edges, and a crease to the top left corner. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bela Lugosi Signed Letter (c. 1931-1932). A one-page typewritten letter, undated, from Lugosi to a newspaper reporter, signed by the horror movie icon in black ink. In full: "It gives me great pleasure to write you a letter and thank you for that photograph you inserted in the Springfield Sunday Republican. It is always with a sense of gratification that I go through your section in the Republican as Teddy McDonald sends it on to me. I just know that you enjoyed 'Dracula' and I know you will certainly get a great thrill out of watching me work in 'Murders in the Rue Morgue'." Released in February 1932, Murders in the Rue Morgue was Lugosi's first film after his breakthrough success in Dracula. This film was provided as compensation for Lugosi and director Robert Florey after both were dropped from Frankenstein the year before. Lugosi had been cast as Dr. Frankenstein, and Florey was the original choice for director. Lugosi was recast as the monster, a role he famously turned down, and Florey was soon fired and replaced by James Whale. The letter is in Fine to Very Fine condition with mailing creases that run through the signature, toning along the edges, and mild handling wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bela Lugosi Signed Q&A Sheet with Lugosi's Handwritten Dracula Reference. This 6" x 8.5" sheet of lined notebook paper features eight handwritten personal questions with answers handwritten beside them by Bela Lugosi and also signed by him on the reverse in black ink. No date is given, but the signature, which the actor has sharply underlined, features the characteristic accent mark that Lugosi placed over the "e" in his name when signing his early autographs. Lugosi coyly gives clipped answers to the questions put before him (example, when asked to whom he was married, he replied "to my wife"). More importantly, Lugosi's answer to "What was your first picture?" was a simple, handwritten "Dracula". In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ida Lupino, Ann Sothern, and Elaine Stritch Costume Sketches by Edith Head. Set of three costume sketches by Head, watercolor and pencil on 11" x 14" illustration paper, of designs for the actresses in unspecified projects. In Very Fine condition with mild wear.
Shirley MacLaine Costume Sketch by Edith Head. Costume design for MacLaine for an unspecified production, pencil and watercolor on 11" x 14" drawing paper. In Very Fine condition.
Shirley MacLaine Worn Skirt. Designed for the 1960 movie Can-Can also starring Frank Sinatra and Maurice Chevalier, the black and brown striped satin skirt is lined with ruffles. A Western Costume Co. tag attached to the inner waist seam bears MacLaine's name written in ink. In Fine condition with some discoloring to the interior ruffles.
Shirley MacLaine's Terms of Endearment Costume Dress. This beautifully flowing dress was designed for MacLaine's Oscar-winning performance as Aurora in the 1983 film Terms of Endearment, though the scene was cut from the film. The full-skirted floor-length dress with gathered sleeves, cowl neck, and self-covered sash was designed by Kristie Zia in a large floral print crepe chiffon, and was previously auctioned at Butterfield & Butterfield. In Fine condition, both the sash and dress bear Western Costume Co. labels, each printed "Shirley MacLaine S-73", while two are labeled "Kristie Zia" and one "Terms of Endearment".
Patrick Macnee's Suit. A custom-tailored two-piece gray suit with light herring bone pattern, owned and worn by Macnee. The suit bears Regent Street's Airey & Wheeler, Ltd., tag along the inside lining of the jacket with "Patrick Macnee, Esq." written on it in ink, and is accompanied by a b&w 8" x 10" photo of Macnee wearing it while posing with his Avengers co-star, Dame Diana Rigg. In Excellent condition.
Ann-Margret Costume Sketches by Edith Head. Pair of design sketches for dresses from an early Ann-Margret appearance on The Dean Martin Show, pencil and watercolor on 18" x 23" heavy illustration paper. In Excellent condition.
Dean Martin Signed Ocean's Eleven Soundtrack Contract. An eight-page recording contract dated June 15, 1959, between Martin and MCA Records, signed by the singer-actor on the last page in blue ink. The contract gave MCA exclusive rights to any songs recorded by Martin for the classic 1960 Rat Pack heist movie. In overall Very Fine condition with some wear, binder and staple holes to the top edge, and some minor tearing along the right side of page eight, none of which affect the signature. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dean Martin's Custom Suit. A gray two-piece suit custom tailored for the Rat Pack member, owned and worn by him. In Excellent condition, with Martin's name embroidered on a tailor's label sewn inside the jacket.
Marx Brothers Autograph Cut. For decades the legendary Marx Brothers helped shape American comedy, first on the vaudeville circuit and then on the silver screen and television soon after. This 5.5" x 1.5" piece of heavy paper signed by Groucho, Chico, Zeppo, and Harpo in black fountain ink. In Very Fine condition with some toning and mild wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Roddy McDowall Worn Costume. The costume, comprising a jacket, pants, sash and night cap, was designed for Roddy McDowall in his role as Chiun in the 1987 TV pilot Remo Williams. In Fine condition. Provenance documentation below.
Men of Boystown Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1941 drama starring Spencer Tracy and Mickey Rooney, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - April 1941." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Bette Midler Stage-Worn Mermaid Costume. Mermaid costume worn by Bette Midler as Delores DeLago, lounge entertainer, in the 1980 musical comedy Divine Madness!. In sparkling green sequins over foam flowing to a blue and green lamé wired fin, Bette is seen in an accompanying promotional photograph as she "pulls out the stops", dragging a decorated wheelchair by a strand of seaweed across the stage. In Very Fine condition.
Ted V. Mikels Signed Blood Orgy of the She-Devils Lobby Card with Prop Hatchet. A 17.5" prop hatchet from the 1972 horror/exploitation flick, accompanied by a 11" x 17" lobby card signed by writer-director Ted V. Mikels in silver felt tip. Both items are in Very Fine condition with some wear to the hatchet and a fold crease and mild edge wear to the lobby card.
Ray Milland Worn Suit Coat. A three-button suit coat in gray wool with rust and cream stripes bearing a Western Costume Co. typed label reading "Ray Milland". In Very Good condition with significant desiccation to the lining at the bottom edge.
Marilyn Monroe and Alan Young Used Bagpipes. These bagpipes come from the original owner himself, Alan Young!
Born Angus Young in the United Kingdom and spending his boyhood in Scotland, it was only natural for actor Alan Young to take up the bagpipes. The actor, perhaps best known as Wilbur Post on the classic sitcom Mister Ed and as Filby in The Time Machine, purchased this specific set of R.G. Lawrie pipes in the mid-'40s. He first used them as part of his stage act while touring America with Liberace. (After the last show of the evening, the two would play together in the theater bar.)
Soon after, during his stint as the host of the Alan Young Show on radio, Young was asked to pose for a publicity photo with the pipes and a pretty girl. Young asked a former date of his named Norma Jean Baker to do the honors. By this time, she had changed her name to Marilyn Monroe and had started an acting career of her own, but was more than happy to return the favor.
The pipes, straight from Mr. Young, feature the Gordon tartan and ivory mounts -- a valuable feature since ivory is no longer legal to harvest. They are in Fine to Very Fine condition with some chipping and wear. The pipes are accompanied by an 11" x 14" b&w glossy photo reproduction featuring Young with Monroe (blowing on the pipes) and Bill Thompson, the first actor to voice the Disney cartoon character of Scrooge McDuck. (Alan has been the voice of McDuck since 1983.) The photo was signed specially for this auction by Mr. Young with a silver archival-quality pen in the lower right corner. Also included is a current 5" x 7" color snapshot of Young with the pipes, a typed and handwritten two-page signed letter of authenticity from Young and signed copies of his books Mister Ed and Me and More! and There's No Business Like Show Business...Was. A fantastic lot.
Born Angus Young in the United Kingdom and spending his boyhood in Scotland, it was only natural for actor Alan Young to take up the bagpipes. The actor, perhaps best known as Wilbur Post on the classic sitcom Mister Ed and as Filby in The Time Machine, purchased this specific set of R.G. Lawrie pipes in the mid-'40s. He first used them as part of his stage act while touring America with Liberace. (After the last show of the evening, the two would play together in the theater bar.)
Soon after, during his stint as the host of the Alan Young Show on radio, Young was asked to pose for a publicity photo with the pipes and a pretty girl. Young asked a former date of his named Norma Jean Baker to do the honors. By this time, she had changed her name to Marilyn Monroe and had started an acting career of her own, but was more than happy to return the favor.
The pipes, straight from Mr. Young, feature the Gordon tartan and ivory mounts -- a valuable feature since ivory is no longer legal to harvest. They are in Fine to Very Fine condition with some chipping and wear. The pipes are accompanied by an 11" x 14" b&w glossy photo reproduction featuring Young with Monroe (blowing on the pipes) and Bill Thompson, the first actor to voice the Disney cartoon character of Scrooge McDuck. (Alan has been the voice of McDuck since 1983.) The photo was signed specially for this auction by Mr. Young with a silver archival-quality pen in the lower right corner. Also included is a current 5" x 7" color snapshot of Young with the pipes, a typed and handwritten two-page signed letter of authenticity from Young and signed copies of his books Mister Ed and Me and More! and There's No Business Like Show Business...Was. A fantastic lot.
Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio Honeymoon Photos. A great set of five b&w 11" x 14" photos of Monroe and DiMaggio during their 1954 honeymoon in Tokyo. The photos were taken by a Pan Am steward named Kashio Aoki, who was given permission to do so by the couple, a privilege they had denied the 250 journalists who were present. The marriage was a tempestuous one that ended after only nine months; however, DiMaggio re-entered her life as a close friend in 1961 as her marriage to Arthur Miller was ending. Concerned for her health, he quit his job as a military post-exchange supplier in August 1962 to ask her to remarry him; she died five days later. In each of the photos, a bandage can be seen on Monroe's right thumb; she and Joe made a stop to visit the troops in Korea, and Marilyn injured her thumb while slicing a cake for some servicemen. The suite is #63 in a limited edition of 75 printed in 2001 in celebration of what would have been the Monroe's 75th birthday, each signed and numbered by Aoki, and all are in Excellent condition. Original photos from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Marilyn Monroe Photo Portraits by Philippe Halsman. A pair of b&w 11" x 14" photo portraits of Monroe by Halsman, who was named one of the World's Ten Greatest Photographers by Popular Photography. One features what appears to be an image of Monroe morphed with that of Mao Zedong. Both have been matted to an overall size of 16" x 20" and are in Excellent condition. Original photos from original camera negatives. Photographer's credit stamp on verso. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Marilyn Monroe's Personal Phonebook. A marvelous glimpse into the everyday life of a not-so-everyday person -- Marilyn Monroe. She was perhaps Hollywood's most enduring icon of all time. This ivory three-ring bound telephone book belonged to Marilyn Monroe at the time of her death. It includes the home telephone numbers of her psychiatrist and personal physician who were called to her home the night she died, as well as hundreds of her personal and professional friends. All names are neatly typed on 95 separate pages, measuring 7" x 9". Entries include: Joe DiMaggio (also his sister and son), Dr. Hyman Engelberg (Marilyn's personal physician), Dr. Ralph Greenson (her psychiatrist), Milton Rudin (her lawyer), Henry Weinstein (producer of Something's Got to Give), Frank Sinatra, Lee and Paula Strasberg (her drama coaches), Jean Kennedy Smith (JFK's sister, address only), Peter Lawford, Arthur Miller, Joan Copeland (Arthur Miller's sister), Bernice Miracle (her half-sister), May Reis (her secretary), Montgomery Clift, Jack Benny, Henry Fonda, Jane Russell, Eli Wallach, Shelley Winters, Jack Lemmon, Yves Montand, Ben Gazzara, Rex Harrison, Dinah Shore Montgomery, Gene Kelly, Ernie Kovacs, George Cukor, David Selznick, John Huston, and many more Hollywood notables. Marilyn's private New York City and studio telephone numbers are also listed. Dentists, furriers, hairdressers, department stores, hotels, and other businesses are listed throughout the book by name, some listing a specific contact. At the back of the book is a ten-page printed booklet titled Academy Players Directory Reference Supplement/Issue 91. This 5.25" x 8.5" booklet lists addresses and phone numbers of Los Angeles-area agencies, studio casting personnel, and radio and television stations.
Also included with the phone book are a typed letter signed "Paula" from Paula Strasberg, two partly printed statements from 20th Century-Fox from the studio's cafe, a four-page "expense detail" charge to Marilyn from her publicist, a Western Union confirmation copy to Mexico City regarding a Spratling shipment, and a statement from Medical Center Pharmacy, Beverly Hills, dated June 30, 1962.
Also included with the phone book are a typed letter signed "Paula" from Paula Strasberg, two partly printed statements from 20th Century-Fox from the studio's cafe, a four-page "expense detail" charge to Marilyn from her publicist, a Western Union confirmation copy to Mexico City regarding a Spratling shipment, and a statement from Medical Center Pharmacy, Beverly Hills, dated June 30, 1962.
Marilyn Monroe Limited Edition Photos by George Barris. An excellent set of five rare b&w 11" x 14" photos of Marilyn at her home by noted Hollywood photographer George Barris. His work with Monroe is amongst his best known, and he was collaborating on a book at the time of her death. These images are some of the last taken of her, and Barris held off publishing them until 25 years after her death. Each is from a limited printing of 99 copies, numbered on the reverse with Barris' copyright stamps on the reverse. All are in Excellent condition. Original photos from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Marilyn Monroe's Bathroom Tile. A 5.5" x 5.5" ceramic tile with flower design, part of a shipment purchased by Monroe in Mexico and used to decorate the bathroom of her home on Helena Drive in Los Angeles. The tile was one of a surplus of 70 purchased from Monroe's estate by the first people to buy the house following her death in 1962. It is in Excellent condition and accompanied by a color snapshot of the bathroom and a notarized LOA. From the Edward Weston Collection.
The Mountain (1956) Vintage Promo Photos. Set of 35 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the 1956 adventure-drama featuring images of Spencer Tracy, a very young Robert Wagner, and Claire Trevor. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition, with caption info on the reverse of many.
Paul Newman Signed Hud Lobby Card. An 11" x 14" lobby card for the acclaimed 1963 drama signed by star Paul Newman in black felt tip. Newman received his third of ten Oscar nominations for his performance in the title role. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Paul Newman Signed The Prize Lobby Card. An 11" x 14" lobby card for the 1963 thriller signed by late leading man Paul Newman in black ink. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Paul Newman Signed Harper Lobby Card. An 11" x 14" lobby card for the 1966 crime drama signed by the late Paul Newman in black ink. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Fayard Nicholas' Custom Suit. A custom two-piece gray suit with black braiding sewn onto the lapels, cuffs, and pant legs, owned and worn by the tap dancer for an unspecified performance. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with some very small spots and holes, and a Studio City Clothes label bearing Nicholas' name and the date November 28, 1964, sewn inside the trousers.
Jack Nicholson's Chinatown Costume Pants. A pair of dark silk pants worn by the actor in the notorious nose-slitting scene in the brilliant neo-noir thriller directed by Roman Polanski (who appeared in the scene in cameo). A Western Costume Co. tag along inner seam of waist bears Nicholson's typed name, alongside a WCC stamped label. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Albert Nuetzel Book Cover Art. Artwork used for the cover of an unspecified novel by Albert Nuetzel, framed in a 14" x 16.25" x 2.25" shadow box and in Excellent condition. From the collection of late science fiction guru Forrest J Ackerman.
Rudolf Nureyev's Doctorate Vestment. The purple and white satin vestment by Collegiate Company worn on the occasion of Nureyev receiving his Doctorate of Fine Arts from Butler University in 1988. Previously auctioned by Christie's at its Nureyev sale, the vestment is in Fine condition with uneven fading to the purple satin.
Donald O'Connor There's No Business Like Show Business Costume Jacket. Tan jacket worn by the singer-dancer-actor in the 1954 musical romance. O'Connor did his Singin' in the Rain appearance one better in this Irving Berlin classic, costarring with Marilyn Monroe. The pocket lining bears two labels: a 20th Century Fox tag with O'Connor's name, date (3-69-54), and job number; and a Sy Devore label also bearing O'Connor's typed name and date (6-10-54). In Very Fine condition.
Laurence Olivier's Costume Shirt from That Hamilton Woman. A white dress shirt with ruffled collar and cuffs, worn by Olivier in the 1941 period drama. The shirt bears a third, shortened sleeve, allowing Olivier to convincingly play an armless Admiral Horatio Nelson. In Excellent condition with United Costumers tag sewn inside the collar.
Maureen O'Sullivan Signed Tarzan the Ape Man Contract. A 15-page contract between MGM and Maureen O'Sullivan dated November 13, 1931, engaging the actress for the role of Jane Parker in Tarzan the Ape Man, signed by O'Sullivan and Louis B. Mayer on the last page. The contract paid O'Sullivan $250 a week for several weeks, with the possibility of several extensions (the actress appeared in a total of six Tarzan movies during her career). The contract is in Fine to Very Fine condition with mild tanning and some overall wear and tear, and is still in its original legal folder (from which the fist page has detached). Also included are two b&w 8" x 10" glossies of O'Sullivan as Jane, one of which is signed in black ink. Both in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Paramount Studios Original Main Gate Blueprints. One of the oldest motion picture studios in existence, Paramount Pictures was founded in 1912 as Famous Players Film Corporation (later uniting with Jesse Lasky's Lasky Feature Play Company), and in its century of existence has produced scores of classic movies. This 24" x 44.5" blueprint is for the studio's main entrance arch, an image almost as iconic as Paramount's mountain logo. The document is undated, but the caption in the lower right corner lists Famous Players as the commissioning body. In Fine condition with some wear, toning, small tears, and fold and crossfold separations.
Paramount Studios Stars Vintage Keybook Photos. Set of 14 b&w 8.5" x 11" keybook portraits of such Paramount players as Bing Crosby, Akim Tamiroff, William Holden, Brian Donlevy, William Boyd, Bob Hope, Basil Rathbone, Susan Hayward, Fred MacMurray, Jack Benny, William Frawley, J. Carrol Naish, Albert Dekker, and Susanna Foster. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition.
Gregory Peck Costume Coat from The Big Country. A brown sport coat worn by Peck in the 1958 Western. In Excellent condition with a Western Costume stamp inside the right sleeve and a tag inside the inner pocket bearing Peck's name and the date July 1957.
Ron Perlman's Beauty and The Beast Costume with Likeness. Includes a sweater-textured shirt, quilted waistcoat, and leather pants worn by Perlman as Vincent on the popular late-'80s television series. The costume is in Excellent condition with Western Costume tag, and is accompanied by a likeness of Vincent sculpted out of foam rubber.
Jean Peters Worn Costume Green buckskin pants with a Western Costume label typed Jean Peters. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield the pants are in Fine condition, some minor spots and missing the front lace.
Mary Pickford, Janet Gaynor, and Corinne Griffith Signed Photos. Set of three b&w inscribed and autographed photo portraits includes an 8" x 10" photo of Griffith and 7.5" x 9.5" photos of Pickford and Gaynor, each singed in black fountain ink. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Brad Pitt's A River Runs Through It Costume Pants. Worn by Pitt in Robert Redford's Academy Award-nominated coming-of-age drama. A Western Costume Co. tag along the inner waist seam bear's Pitt's typed name (moderately faded) and production number. In Excellent condition.
Plan 9 From Outer Space Cast and Crew Signed Script. A photocopy reproduction of the script for the classic 1956 B-movie, often cited as "The Worst Movie Ever Made", inscribed and signed on the cover by makeup artist Harry Thomas and actors Maila Nurmi (as "Vampira"), Conrad Brooks, Carl Anthony, Paul Marco, Gregory Walcott, and Norma McCarty. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Eleanor Powell's Steamer Trunk. This large vintage steamer trunk was owned and used by Glenn Ford's wife Eleanor Powell as she traveled on movie shoots and vaudeville tours. The 28" x 58" x 23" trunk features numerous compartments and still contains her rosin box, large travel mirror, luggage, and other personal items. In Very Fine condition with some wear from use. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Eleanor Powell's Chaise Lounge. An antique tufted velveteen chaise lounge that belonged to Glenn Ford's first wife, dancer and actress Eleanor Powell. In Excellent condition. Requires third party shipping. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
Vincent Price Tower of London Robe. Worn by Vincent Price in his role of the Duke of Clarence in the 1939 horror drama Tower of London, an historical epic that cast Price opposite Boris Karloff and Basil Rathbone. (Price would later appear as Richard III in Roger Corman's 1962 version of the story.) The robe is red velvet with white fur trim, in Excellent condition, and pretty swanky looking. A Western Costume Co. label bearing Price's name is sewn in the robe.
Anthony Quinn Road to Morocco Screen-Worn Cloak. A heavy wool cloak worn by Quinn opposite Bing Crosby and Bob Hope in the 1942 comedy. Quinn starred in such movies as Viva Zapata! (1952), Lust for Life (1956), Lawrence of Arabia (1962), and Zorba the Greek (1964), and won two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actor. The cloak is in Excellent condition with a United Costumers tag bearing Quinn's name sewn inside.
Radar Men From the Moon Prop Knife. Released in 1952 by Republic Pictures, Radar Men From the Moon was the first Commando Cody serial. Recycling the rocket-powered flying suit (and some footage) from King of the Rocket Men (1949), the 12-part serial starred George Wallace as a well-equipped scientist who became mankind's only hope against the titular invaders. This 11.5" prop knife was used in an unspecified chapter of the serial, and features a thick aluminum "blade" with wood handle. It is in Fine to Very Fine condition with moderate scratches, wear, and paint loss, primarily to the handle.
Raiders of the Lost Ark Contract Signed by Steven Spielberg. A three-page agreement between Amblin Entertainment and Raiders Company engaging Spielberg's services as director for the blockbuster 1981 adventure classic, dated April 1, 1980, and signed by Spielberg and executive producer Howard G. Kazanjian in blue ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild wear and the usual staple and binder holes to the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Last Outpost Vintage Promo Stills, 1935. Set of four b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills and 29 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills featuring Claude Rains, Cary Grant, Gertrude Michael, and Kathleen Burke in the 1935 adventure drama. In overall Very Fine condition.
Robert Redford's The Great Waldo Pepper Costume Pants. Redford can be seen wearing these signature gray jodhpurs throughout the 1975 film about barnstorming pilots in the years prior to the Great Depression. The distinctive breeches are also featured on the movie posters. A Western Costume Co. tag along inner waist seam bears Redford's typed name and production number, alongside a Western Costume Co. stamp to the left of the tag. In Very Fine condition.
Donna Reed Photo Portrait. A gorgeous b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait of Reed circa the 1940s. In Excellent condition, matted and framed to an overall size of 17" x 20". By photographer Laszlo Willinger. Hand signed by the photographer. Original photo from original camera negatives. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Thelma Ritter Worn Costume. The brown striped double breasted wool suit by Best & Co. with a six button closure and skirt bearing the bias tape label "1-69-1-1204 T. Ritter". Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield and in Very Fine condition.
Norman Rockwell Signed Letters. Three single-page letters on personal stationery; dated March 9, 1936; March 27, 1974; and January 6, 1976; each signed by the legendary artist in ink. Each is a letter to a fan, one regarding a sketch, the others regarding autographs. Moderate toning to the 1936 letter; otherwise, they are in overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Will Rogers, Amelia Earhart, and Other Transportation Pioneers Autographs. A great selection of rare signatures from circa the 1930s, this set of four autographed cards includes humorist Will Rogers, aviatrix Amelia Earhart, and automotive industrialists Walter P. Chrysler and Henry Ford. The cards range in size from 2" x 2.75" to 4" x 6" and are in overall Very Fine condition with mild wear, toning, and soiling, none of which affects the signatures. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Romance of Rosy Ridge Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the romantic comedy starring Van Heflin and Janet Leigh, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - August 1947." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
George Romero & Others Signed Night of the Living Dead Novel. A copy of John Russo's 1974 paperback novelization of the '68 horror classic, autographed by writer-director George Romero, co-writer Russo, and cast members Marilyn Eastman, Judith O'Dea, Karl Hardman, Kyra Schon, Bill Hinzman, Bill "Chilly Billy" Cardille, Russell Streiner, and George Kosana. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Franklin D. Roosevelt and Other Historical Figures' Autographs. This set of five signatures from early 20th century historical figures includes Helen Keller (in pencil), former Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis, and former presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Calvin Coolidge, and Herbert Hoover. There are some creases running through the Keller signature; otherwise, the autographs are in Very Fine condition with mild toning, wear, and some instances of light soiling. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In and Sid Caesar Show Scripts. Set of two Laugh-In scripts includes one dated December 30, 1969 (revised first draft, 227 pages with revisions and rundowns) and one dated January 30, 1970 (second draft, 225 pages with revisions, rundowns, and taping schedules, cover page torn loose), both without notations; plus six scripts for The Sid Caesar Show, 101 pages total, undated, with handwritten notations. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear and tear.
Jack Ruby Signed Contract. A single-page American Guild of Variety Artists contract dated April 26th, 1961, engaging the exotic dancer Phyllis "Sugar" Shay to appear at Jack Ruby's Carousel Club in Dallas, signed by Ruby in black ink. In Excellent condition, the document is accompanied by a notarized letter from Ruby's brother, Earl Ruby, stating that this jacket was left to Earl in Jack's will. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jack Ruby Worn Suit. A Lucasini two button suite in black-and-white hounds tooth check worn by Jack Ruby, the notorious killer of Lee Harvey Oswald who claimed complete responsibility for the murder on his death bed. In Very Fine condition, the suit is accompanied by a notarized letter from Ruby's brother, Earl Ruby, stating that this jacket was left to Earl in Jack's will.
Jack Ruby Worn Sports Jacket. The black and white wool herringbone sports jacket worn by Jack Ruby, the Dallas nightclub owner and killer of Lee Harvey Oswald. In Very Fine condition, the jacket is accompanied by a notarized letter from Ruby's brother Earl Ruby stating that this jacket was left to Earl in Ruby's will.
Jack Ruby Worn Coat. Ruby's tan suede two-button jacket by Stanley Blacker, fully lined and accompanied by a notarized letter from Ruby's brother Earl Ruby stating that this jacket was left to Earl in Ruby's will. Though two of the four buttons missing on the right sleeve and the lining has come loss at the cuff, the coat is in Fine condition.
Rudy Ruettiger Signed Photograph, Football, and Hat. Included in this lot are three items signed by Rudy Ruettiger, the inspiration for the movie Rudy. First a photograph showing Ruettiger being carried off the field inscribed "To Danny, An inspiration to all. God is with you! Godspeed, Rudy Ruettiger." Also signed is a souvenir football commemorating the infamous game between Notre Dame and Georgia Tech in November 1975, and a Rudy baseball cap signed "To Danny my friend Always, Rudy." All in Fine condition.
Samson and Delilah Costume Breastplate. A costume breastplate worn by an extra in Cecil B. deMille's 1949 Biblical epic. It was the winner of two Academy Awards, including one for Best Costume Design, Color. In Very Fine condition with some wear from use during production, accompanied by a color 8" x 10" still showing similar breastplates worn by soldiers in the movie.
The Sand Pebbles Concept Design Painting. Dramatic concept art for a night fight between the crew of the U.S.S. San Pablo and the enemy for this classic 1966 Steve McQueen war drama, for which he earned his only Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Acrylic paint on 24" x 40" illustration board, in Very Fine condition.
Tom Sawyer (1930) Vintage Promo Stills. Set of 43 vintage b&w 8" x 10" promo stills from Paramount's 1930 adaptation of the Mark Twain novel, many featuring stars Jackie Coogan Jr. (as Tom) and Junior Durkin (as Huck Finn, a role he reprised the following year). Sadly, Durkin was killed in a car accident in 1935, as was Coogan's father. In overall Very Fine condition.
The Scarlet Coat Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze Special Merit Award medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the 1955 adventure drama directed by John Sturges and starring Cornel Wilde. Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
The Secret Land Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the documentary about the largest expedition to Antarctica ever undertaken, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - October 1948." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Seinfeld End-of-Series Yearbook with Tiffany Pin. Included is a copy of the 168-page yearbook commemorating the final season of the hit sitcom, plus a sterling silver pin based on the series' logo. Both are in Excellent condition with some mild wear and tarnishing to the pin.
Jerry Seinfeld Handwritten Monologue. A handwritten monologue by Jerry Seinfeld in blue ink on a sheet of yellow 8" x 14" legal pad paper. The gag riffs on airline lounges and seating classes, and features a crossed-out section where Jerry revised the gag. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with a horizontal fold crease. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jerry Seinfeld Handwritten Joke. A handwritten monologue by Jerry Seinfeld in blue ink on a sheet of yellow 8" x 14" legal pad paper. The gag riffs on old movies that show people wearing sweaters and long pants while playing tennis, and features a couple of crossed-out sections from where Jerry revised the joke. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with a horizontal fold crease. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dr. Seuss Limited Edition Illustration Portfolio. Though his 60-plus children's books are often best remembered for their imaginative characters, inspired rhyme, and creative use of meter, it was Dr. Theodore "Seuss" Geisel's skill as an illustrator that brought them fully to life. This set of five 11.5" x 14.5" color prints features artwork from Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, and Yertle the Turtle. The set is #1,756 in a limited edition of 2,500, packaged in a specially made metal box, and in Excellent condition.
Dr. Seuss Limited Edition Serigraph Group (2004-6). A beautiful set of seven fine art prints, based on famous Dr. Seuss book illustrations. Five of the prints all bear the edition number 1395/5000: Yertle the Turtle, Hop on Pop, The Sneetches, and Green Eggs and Ham are included in this group. Two prints have their own certificate of authenticity: Oh, the Places You'll Go! (1427/2500), and Oh, the Stuff You Will Learn! (917/2500). All are in Excellent condition.
Seven Sweethearts Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the musical starring Van Heflin, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - October 1942." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Norma Shearer and Constance Bennett Signed Photos. Pair of b&w 11" x 14 photo portraits inscribed and signed by the actresses in black fountain ink, in overall Very Fine condition with some mild wear and corner creases. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lisa Simpson Saxophone with RIAA Platinum Album Presentation. The two decades-long (and counting) popularity of The Simpsons is a dynamic, cutting-edge chapter in TV history, and few sounds conjure the mad creativity of the early, irreverent, in-your-face episodes as Lisa Simpson wailing away on her saxophone. Doug Norwine, Heritage's Entertainment Director, was Lisa's sax alter-ego, both in the show's pivotal early years and on the top-selling music albums Simpsons Sing the Blues (which went Gold and Platinum) and The Simpson Yellow Album (partly produced by George Clinton, founder of Parliament-Funkadelic). Now Doug and Heritage are offering the baritone sax he played in creating those Lisa S. musical flourishes heard-round-the-world. The musician and his saxophone saw action in the original Simpson TV incarnation, Matt Groening's 30-second Life in Hell "bumpers" on 1987's late-lamented The Tracey Ullman Show.
As The Simpsons began its own phenomenal run in 1989, Doug continued to provide Lisa's saxophone sound, especially memorably in the popular "Bleedings Gums Murphy" episode and the well-remembered "God Bless the Child" number included on Simpsons Sing the Blues album. This is the same saxophone Doug played on the Ray Charles album My World and onstage with such legends as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Frankie Valli, Melissa Manchester, and Chaka Khan, as well as the Roseanne TV series and myriad TV and radio commercials. The Armstrong Heritage "Bari" saxophone is accompanied by Doug's own RIAA platinum album presentation. These unique items come complete with a COA from Doug Norwine.
The Simpsons transcended being a mere weekly show -- it proved to be both a culture shock and an iconic success story. This saxophone and award are an instantly recognizable sight-and-sound sensation from an ongoing TV classic. Both are in Excellent condition.
As The Simpsons began its own phenomenal run in 1989, Doug continued to provide Lisa's saxophone sound, especially memorably in the popular "Bleedings Gums Murphy" episode and the well-remembered "God Bless the Child" number included on Simpsons Sing the Blues album. This is the same saxophone Doug played on the Ray Charles album My World and onstage with such legends as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Frankie Valli, Melissa Manchester, and Chaka Khan, as well as the Roseanne TV series and myriad TV and radio commercials. The Armstrong Heritage "Bari" saxophone is accompanied by Doug's own RIAA platinum album presentation. These unique items come complete with a COA from Doug Norwine.
The Simpsons transcended being a mere weekly show -- it proved to be both a culture shock and an iconic success story. This saxophone and award are an instantly recognizable sight-and-sound sensation from an ongoing TV classic. Both are in Excellent condition.
Frank Sinatra Related Robin and the 7 Hoods Prop Slot Machine. This vintage slot machine was used as a prop in the 1964 Rat Pack caper comedy (their last film). The movie transplanted the Robin Hood legend into a 1920s gangster setting, and the slot machine was used in some of the casino scenes. The non-functioning prop measures 14" x 15.5" x 10.5" is in Fine to Very Fine condition with some areas of mild wear and paint loss, and is accompanied by b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the movie and color screen grabs with the slot machine visible in the background. A great piece of Rat Pack memorabilia.
Frank Sinatra Worn Pants. The gray checkered wool pants are cuffed and carry the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer label, handwritten with "Frank Sinatra". The pants were previously auctioned by Superior Stamp & Coin, and are in Good condition, with small pinholes to the wool and discoloring to the interior waistband and pockets.
Son of Lassie Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" silver medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the adventure drama starring Peter Lawford, Donald Crisp, and June Lockhart, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - May 1945." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild tarnishing.
Kevin Sorbo's Hercules Costume. Kevin Sorbo wore this signature costume, replete with braided leather pants and leather vest, throughout the lengthy run of this incredibly successful TV series. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
The Spy Who Loved Me Screen-Used Minisub. This functional submersible was used in the 1977 James Bond thriller The Spy Who Loved Me. A prototype for the Shark Hunter II series produced by Perry Oceanographics, this mini-sub was designed to transport personnel, conduct underwater surveys, and serve as a recreational vehicle. Representatives from Pinewood Studios visited the builder to negotiate the propulsion and ballast for the submersible Lotus Esprit used in the movie, when they caught a glimpse of the Shark Hunter hull. So enamored were they with it, the script was rewritten to include the sub in an astounding underwater chase scene. Features include an aluminum and fiberglass hull, brushless electric motor, and stainless steel aircraft control cables. It does not feature a pressurized cabin, and thus requires scuba and/or well-developed lungs during use.
Maximum depth: 450 feet. Top speed: 3.5 knots. Battery duration: 5-6 hours. Range: 18-20 miles. Torpedoes: none (sorry). Yellow with black detailing, seats two, and 15 feet in length. Includes wheeled transport trailer, a history of the sub from designer Richard Brown, and list of operational guidelines from former owner Tom Kolodner. Requires third party shipping.
Maximum depth: 450 feet. Top speed: 3.5 knots. Battery duration: 5-6 hours. Range: 18-20 miles. Torpedoes: none (sorry). Yellow with black detailing, seats two, and 15 feet in length. Includes wheeled transport trailer, a history of the sub from designer Richard Brown, and list of operational guidelines from former owner Tom Kolodner. Requires third party shipping.
Stargate SG-1 Prop Staff Weapon. A life-sized prop energy weapon staff from the popular, long-running science fiction TV series. Used in multiple episodes, the staff is made of composite materials and has been hand-painted. The staff measures 76" in length and is in Very Fine condition, with mild to moderate wear and a missing portion of the tail section, from rigorous use on the set. Accompanied by a COA from MGM.
Star Trek: The Motion Picture Promo Stills (1979). A great set of nine b&w 8" x 10" promo stills from the first Star Trek feature film, featuring images of stars William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, Persis Khambatta, and Stephen Collins. Includes several behind-the-scenes shots. In overall Very Fine condition.
James Stewart Autographed Harvey Sketch. One of James Stewart's most enduring and endearing performances was as Elwood P. Dowd, loyal and believing friend to Harvey (1950). Here's the giant rabbit himself, smiling and sporting a bow tie, as drawn by Stewart in an 11" x 14" black ink sketch. Stewart had written "Harvey" and signed "James Stewart" under the sketch. A wonderfully charming memento of a classic film and its legendary star. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Stewart Vintage The Greatest Show on Earth Clown Photos. Set of five great b&w 11" x 14" promo stills of Stewart in costume and full make-up as Buttons the Clown in Cecil B. deMille's 1951 circus drama, including one shot each of him with clown co-star Emmett Kelly and leading ladies Betty Hutton and Gloria Grahame. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition with mild edge wear, corner bumps and creases, and some slight curling.
Preston Sturges Handwritten Story Treatment for a Billy Wilder Production, 1952. Preston Sturges, creator of the some of most memorably sarcastic dialogue in film history (see any Barbara Stanwyck line in his 1941 masterpiece, The Lady Eve), was paid $5,000 in 1952 to help Billy Wilder on a screenplay tentatively titled A New Kind of Love. The film, slated to star Yul Brynner opposite Katharine Hepburn, was never produced, most likely due to Brynner's binding contract with Rodgers and Hammerstein for the Broadway production of The King and I, but 12 pages remain of Sturges' handwritten story ideas, notes, and stream-of-consciousness writing including a random note on his friend Rupert Hughes: "Upton Sinclair refused Rupert Hughes' invitation to dinner and added pointedly that he did not own a tuxedo." Sturges' unusual handwriting is complemented by the occasional doodle and coffee stain, but the content itself is what truly dazzles. Could this have been his comeback, thwarted conflicts with Wilder (nobody's perfect!) or perhaps the hard drinking ways he was prone to by the 1950s? Also included are six Paramount documents spanning August 25 to September 12, 1952, confirming Sturges's payment and work schedule on the project. Though there is mild tanning and brittleness to a few of the pages' right and upper borders, the yellow ledger pages are in Very Fine condition and the handwriting (in pencil on most pages, blue ink on others) is clear and legible. A fascinating time capsule from the celebrated, cynical yet visionary screenwriter/director. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Click here to read the HA Blog entry on this item:
Sudden Impact Storyboard Art. Storyboard illustration used to plot the harrowing rape scene in the controversial 1983 sequel to Dirty Harry, by three-time Oscar-winning art director Edward Carfagno (The Bad and the Beautiful, Julius Caesar, and Ben-Hur). Image measures 23.5" x 8.25" on a 33.5" x 19" piece of heavy illustration board. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with some edge wear.
Sunset Boulevard Preliminary Draft with Original Opening Scenes and Montgomery Clift Listed on Cast Sheet, 1948. A fascinating early script draft for Sunset Boulevard, Billy Wilder's classic 1950 film noir with Gloria Swanson and William Holden. A simply typed warning from Wilder and screenwriter Charles Brackett graces the cover page: "This is the first act of Sunset Boulevard. Due to the peculiar nature of the project, we ask all our coworkers to regard it as top secret." And top secret it remained, especially since Wilder had not finished writing the script. These preliminary pages were all he turned in to Paramount. Interestingly, the second, unnumbered, prologue page lists the film's characters and corresponding "Actors We Hope To Get", under which is listed Montgomery Clift as the lead, Dan Gillis (the character's name would go from "Dan" to "Dick" to "Joe"). Clift was originally slated for the role, and was offered a $60,000 paycheck, but withdrew from the production for personal reasons purportedly having to do with the film's plotline and his affair with the much older singer Libby Holman. The first five pages of the script are most fascinating: there is no handsome screenwriter floating face-down in a pool, rather, this original version opens with Gillis' corpse arriving in a morgue, surrounded by other corpses. The conversation and eventual narration that followed was received by screening audiences as humorous. Wilder cut it, of course, but a few hundred lucky individuals saw Wilder's original vision for the now infamous opening scene. An intriguing memo page is mingled in between dialogue pages, changing Gillis' first name from "Dan" to "Dick" and his quarters from a storage space to the chauffeur's room, as well as making Norma's car a Hispano-Suiza, rather than a Rolls, and her writing project the Salome script, rather than her memoirs (though the idea of "Norma Desmond's Memoirs, a Norma Desmond Production, starring Norma Desmond" is gruesomely fascinating). The draft's 54 pages are in overall Very Good condition, on cream/faded yellow paper displaying moderate chipping to borders, with dates on pages ranging from December 21, 1948 (page one) to February 14, 1949 (last page), pre-dating the film's published script by by over a month. The cover page bears a narrow 1" hole along the base, discoloration, minor smudges, and chipping. Though the top corner has dislodged, the back cover indicates the entirety of this draft, no pages have been removed according to the markings left by folded brad fixtures and mild discoloration. Ready for your close-up?
Superman 1948 Serial Screen-Used Animation Cel. An extremely rare animation cel used to make Superman fly in his screen debut in 1948 the Columbia serial starring Kirk Alyn, the first actor to portray the Man of Steel. Due to the shortcomings of movie special effects at the time, animation similar to that in Max Fleischer's Superman cartoon shorts was used to depict Superman in flight in the live-action serial. In Very Fine condition, framed with a replica lobby card background, overall size of 14.75" x 11.75".
Superman Prop Crystal from Fortress of Solitude. This rock crystal formation used to build the epic Fortress of Solitude in the 1978 Superman movie starring Christopher Reeve. Originally obtained from miniature effects artist Don Pennington. In Excellent condition.
Tarzan Movie Stills Collection featuring Lex Barker. A fantastic collection of 63 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills from 1949-53, almost all featuring shots of Lex Barker as the Lord of the Jungle. Includes images from Tarzan's Magic Fountain (7 photos), Tarzan and the Slave Girl (18), Tarzan's Peril (10), Tarzan's Savage Fury (8), and Tarzan and the She-Devil (20). Though he only played the Tarzan in these five films (as opposed to Johnny Weissmuller's 16-film tenure), Barker remains a fan favorite. The photos are in overall Fine to Very Fine condition with occasional instances of corner wear, creasing, tears, tack holes, and/or mild toning.
Elizabeth Taylor Cleopatra Costume Gown. Mustard-yellow full-length gown with Egyptian-themed embroidery made to be worn by Elizabeth Taylor in the epic Cleopatra, but not used. In very good condition with some light soiling from wear. A label with "E. Taylor Cleopatra" is sewn into the dress.
Shirley Temple Signed Sketch of Sonja Henie. A stick figure sketch of figure skater Sonja Henie, drawn and signed by Shirley Temple in black ink on white paper. Matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5" x 17.5", and in Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild tanning and some very minor soiling. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Shirley Temple Worn Jodhpurs. The jodhpurs, in green wool knit with satin trim, are secured at the cuff and waist with a hook-and-eye fastener. In Fine condition bearing the Western Costume Co. label at the interior waist printed Shirley Temple, the jodhpurs were previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield.
Shirley Temple - Kathleen Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the comedy-drama starring Shirley Temple, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - January 1942." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
The Ten Commandments Prop Lion Head Ornament. A saddle ornament (featured on one of the horses drawing a chariot) with a brass lion head mounted on leather, used in Cecil B. deMille's 1956 Biblical epic. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear.
They Were Expendable Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" silver medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the wartime drama starring John Wayne, Robert Montgomery, and Donna Reed, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - December 1943." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Very Fine condition with some tarnishing.
Harry Thomas The Green Ogg Alien Mask. "Green Ogg" mask created by makeup and effects artist Harry Thomas for an unproduced motion picture. In Very Fine condition.
Harry Thomas Plan 9 From Outer Space Concept Art with Magazine. During the science fiction boom of the '50s, makeup man Harry Thomas was associated with some of the most memorable filmmakers of the time -- including notorious director Ed Wood. After a disagreement with Wood while working on the infamous Plan 9, Thomas insisted that his name be removed from the movie's credits. (As a result, only his assistant, Tom Bartholomew, is mentioned.) This 11.5" x 18" pencil on paper sketch by Thomas, signed and dated November 1993, features a concept design for the alien played by Dudley Manlove in the movie; a handwritten caption in the lower left corner reads: "This is what the aliens from 'Plan 9 From Outer Space' should have look [sic] like". The drawing is accompanied by the September 1997 issue of Scary Monsters Magazine, which features a full-page reproduction of the sketch published along with a memorial article. The artwork is in Very Fine condition with mild toning and some mild wear that includes small creases and fold separations, and has been matted and framed to 18" x 22". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Till We Meet Again (1936) Vintage Promo Stills Including Lionel Atwill and Others. Set of 27 b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the 1936 drama, each bearing its original title, Reunion. Included are images of stars Lionel Atwill, Herbert Marshall, Guy Bates Post, Gertrude Marshall, Rod LaRocque, and others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Titanic Miniature Prop Winch, Signed by Special Effects Supervisor Don Pennington. Don Pennington was charged with building the titular ship of James Cameron's epic 1997 film, including this anchor winch assembly -- one of the most detailed and recognizable pieces from the doomed ship, and the 21" prop winch is signed by the legendary special effects master. Titanic won an Oscar for its groundbreaking visual effects, as well as ten others, including Best Picture, and is still ranked as the highest-grossing picture of all time. In Excellent condition.
Regis Toomey Archive. An astounding collection of dozens of b&w photos spanning the bulk of Toomey's accomplished career as an actor, singer, and dancer. Toomey initially considered a law career as a young man, but gave in to the acting bug and quickly established himself as a musical stage performer (making the transition form stock performer to Broadway star) before breaking into movies and, later, television. A popular leading man in the 1930s and '40s, Toomey set a record with Jane Wyman in You're In the Army Now for the longest screen kiss in cinema history (three minutes and five seconds). The archive includes more than 100 vintage photos, mostly 8" x 10", as well as Toomey's personal prayer book, his passport, two photocopies of a signed letter from Frank Capra, an agreement signed by Toomey dated August 22, 1936, and a telegraph from Ronald Reagan dated August 12, 1988. The prayer book is in Good to Very Good condition with heavy wear to the cover; otherwise, the items are in overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Spencer Tracy's Original Hollywood Signed Contract from 1930. This historic Hollywood contract arranged the feature film debut of Spencer Tracy (1901-1967), two-time Oscar winner considered by many to have been the greatest of American film actors. Director John Ford had seen Tracy in the play The Last Mile, encouraged Fox Films to sign the actor to this contract, and directed Tracy in Up the River (1930, which was also the feature debut of Humphrey Bogart). Tracy's only previous film work had been in Vitaphone short subjects filmed in New York. The 16-page contract comes in its original Fox Film Corporation folder, dated May 6, 1930, employing Tracy for a period of six weeks at $600 per week, with an option for an additional 20 weeks over six months at $750 per week. Boldly signed by Tracy on page 15 with a notary seal and notarization. In Fine to Very Fine condition with tanning and wear. Tracy, of course achieved his greatest fame later at MGM, but this is the contract that originally brought him to Hollywood and paved the way for one of the giants of cinema history. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lana Turner Worn Costume. A green wool skirt with a front slit, fully lined and bearing a 20th Century-Fox label with Turner's name handwritten on it. In Very Fine condition.
The Untouchables Prop Baby Carriage from Climactic Shoot-Out Scene. Brian De Palma's 1987 re-telling of Eliott Ness' battles with Al Capone during Prohibition featured unforgettable performances by Kevin Costner, Robert De Niro, Andy Garcia, Charles Martin Smith, and Billy Drago, as well as an Oscar-winning turn by Sean Connery. This full-size prop baby carriage was used in a memorable moment in the movie's climactic train station shoot-out scene with Costner and Garcia -- itself a partial homage to the Odessa Steps sequence of the classic Russian silent film The Battleship Potemkin. The carriage is in Very Fine condition with some wear from use, and is encased in a 47" x 54" x 25.25" Plexiglas display box bears its original auction info (Ellis Props, #388). Requires third party shipping.
Vacation from Marriage Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" silver medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the romantic drama directed by Alex Korda and starring Robert Donat and Deborah Kerr, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - January 1946." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Vampira Handwritten Letter with Jewelry. A single-page, double-sided letter on yellow legal pad paper, dated April 29, 1989, handwritten and signed by Maila Nurmi, aka Vampira, in black ink. It reads in part: "My lawyer & I need a video... of a 'Vampira Show.' There are some on the 'gray market' but we've yet to accrue one as evidence in our suit against KHJ TV. It's very important to me... The pic you have of 'her' [Vampira] was taken on the set of the show... by Dennis Stock (who photographed both me and J[ames] Dean for 'Life' magazine." In Fine to Very Fine condition with some creases and a tape repair to a fold separation. Accompanied by a brooch handmade and signed by the late actress. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Vampira Painting by Maila Nurmi. The late Maila Nurmi's portrayal of Vampira as television's first horror host, as well as her appearance in Ed Wood's notorious cult film Plan 9 from Outer Space, had a considerable -- though often overlooked -- impact on pop culture. Vampira was born in 1953 when Nurmi attended choreographer Lester Horton's annual masquerade ball in a costume inspired by Morticia Addams of The Addams Family. Her appearance caught the attention of television producer Hunt Stromberg, Jr., who hired her to host horror movies on L.A.'s KABC-TV. Her late-night show only lasted a few years, but that was long enough to make her a household name and inspire a slew of imitators for decades to come. This Vampira portrait, titled "Entranced in Rushes", was drawn by Nurmi, and is signed and dated 1994 by her in the lower right corner. It is on a 12" x 16" canvas panel and uses (according to her handwritten notes on the reverse) "acrylic, charcoal + various pens & authentic cemetery soil." A frightfully delightful work, in Excellent condition.
The Vanishing Virginian Award Medal from Parents Magazine. A 3" bronze medal presented by the publishers of Parents magazine to the comedy-drama, naming it "The Movie of the Month for Family Audiences - February 1942." Crafted by the Medallic Art Co. of New York. In Excellent condition.
Andy Warhol's Antique Gold Pin. A large, ornate gold pin, 9-11 kt., manufactured in England circa 1875, from the personal collection of Andy Warhol. In Very Fine condition with some tarnishing. Previously auctioned in the Andy Warhol estate sale at Sotheby's. Provenance documentation below.
Andy Warhol's Personal Gold Items. Set of 14 kt. gold items includes a crucifix, small pill box, and a key with gold top decorated with a brilliant-cut diamond accent and engraved with the date "12-25-79" on the back. Previously auctioned in the Andy Warhol estate sale at Sotheby's. All are in Excellent condition. Provenance documentation below.
John Wayne Signed Yearbook. A very rare and highly desirable item: A copy of the Glendale Union High School 1924 Stylus yearbook autographed by junior class vice-president John Wayne using his birth name, Marion Morrison. The yearbook is signed by Wayne in black ink on pages 121 (junior class intro page), and his football team photo can be found on page 159. The book is in Very Good condition with a fair amount of soiling of and appreciable edge wear to the covers, but with pages that are in great condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
John Wayne and Esperanza Baur's Divorce Papers from 1953. John Wayne met his second wife, Esperanza Baur, in 1941 while he and first wife Josephine Saenz were vacationing in Mexico City. That marriage ended on Christmas Day, 1945; Wayne and Baur became husband and wife three weeks later. The seven-year marriage was rocky from the start; Esperanza was jealous of Wayne's devotion to his work and children, especially since they'd had none of their own together. There were charges and counter-charges of drunken rages, emotional cruelty, and abuse. Esperanza accused Wayne of having an affair with his Angel and the Badman co-star, Gail Russell, and attempted to shoot him over it; Wayne later accused Esperanza of having an affair with hotel heir Nicky Hilton during divorce proceedings. The couple separated in May 1952, and the marriage ended in November 1954; Esperanza died four months later of a heart attack at age 31. Included are 13 documents related to the divorce, dating from March 30, 1953 to December 15, 1956, four signed by Esperanza and three signed in Wayne's name by his legal representative. The bitter divorce apparently involved much back-and-forth over money owed as alimony and legal fees (upwards of $40,000 at one point). The items are in overall Very Fine condition with some mild wear and toning, and staple and punch holes to the top edges. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
John Wayne Vintage Keybook Stills. Set of 15 b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills featuring portraits of Wayne circa 1961, with one showing Wayne and Lee Marvin in Donovan's Reef (1963). Also included are four b&w 8" x 10" promo stills of Wayne and Harry Carey Jr. in 3 Godfathers (1948). In overall Very Fine condition.
Orson Welles' Man in the Shadow Screen-Worn Sport Coat by Nudie Cohen. A chocolate-brown Western-style sport coat worn by the iconic actor-director in the 1957 crime drama Man in the Shadow. The jacket was tailored for him by the equally noteworthy western wear designer, Nudie Cohen. In Excellent condition, with Nudie's distinctive label on the inside pocket.
Mad Hatter Painting by Adam West. David Wayne (1914-1995) was primarily a Broadway star, a two-time Tony Award winner who probably reached his largest audience as The Mad Hatter, aka Jervis Tetch. Wayne's Mad Hatter made four appearances on the Batman TV series during the first two seasons (who can forget "The Contaminated Cow" episode in Season Two?), and Adam West paid him tribute in this bizarre painting, which makes the Mad Hatter considerably more comic book-nightmarish than he was on the show. While Wayne sported a top hat and handlebar mustache, West's Mad Hatter wears a crown, is clean shaven, and has a pointed nose, evil orange, black, and red eyes and a slack mouth -- Holy Artistic License, Batman! A bonus comes in the painting via the image of Batman and Robin, reflected in the Hatter's hat/crown. The colors are bright and riotous and West has written both "The Mad Hatter" in the lower left and signed "Adam West" in the lower right. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder's A Foreign Affair (1948) Document and Photo Archive. This selection of documents pertaining to Billy Wilder's post-war romantic comedy includes a handwritten storyline by Wilder, cast list, synopsis, 48-page story treatment dated May 31, 1947, and approximately 200 b&w photos of war-ravaged Berlin taken during the movie's pre-production phase and ranging in size from 3" x 4.5" to 8" x 10". In overall Very Fine condition with some smoke damage to the documents. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder's Assorted Documents Including Signed Items and Biography Galley Pages. Includes three stock agreement cards from the 1940s and '50s that were signed by Wilder; more than 100 b&w photos ranging in size from 3" x 3" to 8" x 10", featuring Wilder with friends and family, and on the set, with many production photos and stills for such movies as A Foreign Affair, Ace in the Hole, The Seven Year Itch, and The Spirit of St. Louis; a selection of press clippings for St. Louis; a transcript of a 1961 Friar's Club testimonial dinner featuring Wilder; his 1958 Blue Ribbon Box Office Award for Witness For the Prosecution; and galley pages from Axel Madsen's biography of the great director. Items are in overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder's A New Kind of Love/Another Love Story Early Drafts Archive plus Photos and Yul Brynner Signed Correspondence. Set of assorted documents includes story treatments, typed and handwritten script pages, and correspondence regarding the unproduced 1953 romance -- including a typed letter dated October 29, 1952 on personal stationery and signed by Yul Brynner. Wilder had intended for Brynner to star opposite Katharine Hepburn in the movie, but it was never filmed, most likely due to Brynner's binding contract with Rodgers and Hammerstein for the Broadway production of The King and I. The items date from late 1952 through January 1953, and are in Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear, brittleness from age, and smoke/fire damage. Accompanied by 42 b&w headshots and behind-the-scenes photos of Wilder, ranging in size from 3" x 4" to 8" x 10" and in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder's Sabrina Document Archive with Early Annotated Screenplay Draft. Includes an early annotated Sabrina draft (then titled Sabrina Fair), stapled sequences, typed on yellow paper, with dates ranging from April 16 to August 25, 1953, annotated throughout in pencil, with two handwritten insert sheets in pencil on yellow lined ledger paper. A very large amount of pages, some are moderately singed on the right and top edges while others are only mildly discolored. This lot also includes a file of related production documents, program schedules, correspondence from Hollywood's censorship mogul Joseph L. Breen, location unit breakdowns, salary negotiation correspondence (copies), and signed correspondence to Wilder from Sabrina screenwriter Samuel A. Taylor. It also includes preview response sheets and press clippings and reviews sent to Wilder from his industry associates. An extensive treasure trove for the ardent Wilder, Hepburn, Bogart, or Holden fan! In overall Good condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder's Irma la Douce Scripts and Residuals Checks. Billy Wilder re-teamed with Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine, the stars of his 1960 smash The Apartment, for his 1963 adaptation of the stage musical Irma la Douce. This set of includes two copies of an undated and unspecified draft of the screenplay, 161-162 pages with cast lists and title pages, the final page missing from one of them; a copy of the 1963 paperback edition of the screenplay; sheet music for the songs "Alouette", "She's Got the Lot", and "From a Prison Cell"; crew sheet; cast lists; synopsis; a copy of the March 22, 1963 issue of Life magazine with an article on Lemmon; related clippings; and a map of Paris. Items are in overall Very Fine condition with mild to moderate smoke damage to the scripts and sheet music. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billy Wilder Kiss Me, Stupid and Others Scripts and Documents. Wilder was at the top of his game when he released Kiss Me, Stupid in 1964, riding a wave of hits that began with Some Like it Hot in 1959. A boudoir farce that plays like an old-fashioned dirty joke, Kiss Me bombed at the box office and was banned by the Catholic League. Included here is a script for Kiss Me, Stupid (undated and unspecified draft, 172 pages with cast list and no revisions, some smoke and water damage); a large selection of almost 50 items of correspondence from March 3, 1962 to October 16, 1965, mostly concerning Kiss Me, Stupid censorship); related newspaper clippings; line-item budgets; cast and crew lists; and a shooting schedule for the film. Also included is a script for Wilder's 1974 newspaper comedy and The Front Page (undated and unspecified draft, 92 pages with cast list and no revisions, smoke damage); an unsigned contract dated February 20, 1961, regarding a TV series based on Some Like It Hot; and a letter from the Sunday Review dated November 24, 1958, requesting an article from Wilder, accompanied by a carbon copy of his response in which he mentions Some Like It Hot. The items are in overall Fine to Very Fine condition with some instances of smoke damage. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bruce Willis' Costume Coat from Moonlighting. A heavy wool coat by Fiorucci, worn by Willis in an unspecified episode of the popular 1980s TV series. In Excellent condition, accompanied by an LOA from Willis' personal dresser.
Natalie Wood Love With the Proper Stranger Costume Design Sketch by Edith Head. A 12" x 16" drawing, pencil and watercolor on heavy paper, featuring three costume designs for Wood to wear in the 1963 drama with Steve McQueen and Edie Adams. Wood plays a Macy's shopgirl who becomes pregnant after a one-night stand; the designs depict the various stages of her character's pregnancy. Head received one of her 35 Oscar nominations for her work on the movie. In Very Fine condition.
Jane Wyman Screen Worn Lucy Gallant Costume. The red velvet double breasted jumpsuit with self covered buttons and separate cream collar dickey with black satin bow worn by Jane Wyman as Lucy Gallant in the 1955 drama. The jumpsuit and dickey each with a Paramount tag that reads "Jane Wyman", are in Fine condition, and accompanied by a letter of provenance.
X-Files Alien Baby in Jar. By its third season, The X-Files had grown from a cult hit to a global phenomenon, becoming the #1 show in numerous countries and making paranoia fun again. Featured is an alien fetus prop from the classic episode "The Erlenmeyer Flask", the cliffhanger finale to the series' first season and a pivotal episode that set the tone for the remainder of the series. The prop is 6.5" tall, 3.5" in diameter, and kinda gross. It is in Excellent condition, and still in its original slime.
Loretta Young Vintage Keybook Stills (1935-46). Set of 30 b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills featuring a variety glamorous shots of Young, including some promo stills for the romantic comedy The Perfect Marriage. In overall Very Fine condition, with caption info on the reverse of most.
Loretta Young Worn Costume. The tan wool gabardine skirt bears the Western Costume Co. label, and is hand written Loretta Young. Previously auctioned at Butterfield & Butterfield and in Fine condition with wear to lining at waist.
Fred Zinneman's Laurel Award for High Noon. Currently ranked on seven of AFI's film recognition lists (including a spot as the second-greatest Western ever made), High Noon has long been considered an American classic. This Laurel Award for Topliner Action Drama 1948-53 was presented to the movie's director, Fred Zinneman. The 7" x 9" plaque is in Very Fine condition with some areas of mild wear.
Fred Zinneman's Best Director Laurel Award. Presented to Zinneman in 1959, it was his second such award (he'd received one the previous year, as well). Over the course of his career, Zinneman was nominated for the award 13 times and won six. The plaque measures 8" x 12" and is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some mild wear.
Assorted Autographs Dating Back to 1871. A large selection of 62 assorted autographs from prominent politicians, entertainers, and other notable personalities, dating back the turn of the century with a handwritten letter from French politician and historian Louis Blanc (1871) and a citizenship document signed by Secretary of State, and former private secretary to Abraham Lincoln, John Milton Hay (1904). The extensive lot also includes signed items from comedian Robert Woolsey, Charlie Chaplin (secretarial), Huey P. Long, poet Edgar Guest, U. S. Representative Fred A. Hartley Jr., Robert Montgomery, General Peyton March, aviator Frank Hawks, writer-broadcaster Lowell Thomas, Supreme Court Justice J. C. McReynolds, numerous state governors, senators, and representatives, plus many others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Assorted Vintage Golden Actress Signed Photos. Set of three b&w 11" x 14" inscribed and autographed photo portraits includes Colleen Moore, Estelle Taylor, and Dorothy Mackaill, each singed in black fountain ink. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Autographs Including King George II Autograph Letter Signed. Set of five significant autographed items includes signatures from Cecil B. deMille, Jack Dempsey, President Herbert Hoover, Vice President Charles G. Dawes, and a King George II autograph letter signed (1750), with a directly embossed document revenue stamp. Though the letter has been cropped at center, it is remarkable condition, with mild yellowing, two creases on either side of center, and minor corner / border wear. All others are in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Golden Age Vintage Actor Signed Photos. Set of three b&w 11" x 14" inscribed and autographed photo portraits includes Richard Dix, Richard Barthelmess, and Charles "Buddy" Rogers, each singed in black fountain ink. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Actor-Signed Photos Including Ronald Colman. Set of seven b&w 8" x 10" signed publicity photos includes Ronald Colman, Richard Dix, Irene Rich, Ramon Novarro, Billy Haines, Sue Carol, and Louise Fazenda. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Golden Age Starlets Autographs Including Mary Pickford. Includes a 3" x 2" name card by Mary Pickford, a b&w 5" x 7" photo signed by Ruby Keeler, a b&w 8" x 10" signed by Frances Dee, notecards signed by Marlene Dietrich and Helen Hayes, and large autographs cuts from Claudette Colbert, Marie Dressler, and Edna May Oliver. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Scrapbook Full of Assorted Autographs from the 1930s. A vintage scrapbook containing 172 assorted autographs from prominent politicians, statesmen, and other notable personalities of the 1930s, including writer-broadcaster Lowell Thomas; Secretary of War George Henry Dern; Dale Carnegie; Supreme Court Justices James C. McReynolds, George Sutherland, and Owen Roberts; numerous state governors; and many others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Scrapbook of Assorted Autographs from the 1930s. A scrapbook containing 94 assorted autographs from prominent politicians, statesmen, and notable personalities of the 1930s that includes author Upton Sinclair, Louisiana Governor Huey P. Long, writer-broadcaster Lowell Thomas, aviator Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, tennis champ Wilmer Allison, Arctic explorer Robert Bartlett, numerous state governors, and many others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Jack Dempsey and Others Assorted Vintage Sportsmen Autographs. Includes a b&w 3.5" x 5.5" photo inscribed and signed by Dempsey; a b&w 5" x 7" photo inscribed, signed, and dated 1934 by Max Baer; a signature cut from inventor Gar Wood; a large inscription and autograph by Gene Tunney; and a business card signed on the reverse by racecar drivers Barney Oldfield and Billy Winn. Items in overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Vintage Actor Autographs. Includes b&w photos signed and inscribed by Jimmy Durante (5" x 7"), Robert Ripley (6.5" x 8.5"), and Charles "Buddy" Rogers (8" x 10"), plus 14 autograph cuts from Johnny Weissmuller, Buster Crabbe, Conrad Nagel, Bing Crosby, Eddie Cantor (2), Amos & Andy, Ronald Colman, Joe E. Brown (2), Ed Wynn, Charlie Ruggles, and Edward Everett Horton. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Paramount Studios Rising Stars Vintage Keybook Stills (1939). Set of 22 b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills featuring group shots of young up-and-coming Paramount stars circa 1939, including Susan Hayward, William Holden, Evelyn Keyes, Robert Preston, and others. In overall Very Fine condition.
Assorted 1940s Celebrities Signed Autograph Book A vintage suede-bound pocket diary containing an astounding collection of autographs that includes Robert Benchley, Dorothy Parker, Clara Blandick, Moe and Curly Howard with fellow stooge Larry Fine, Eddie Anderson, Jules White, Beulah Bondi, Alfred E. Green, Freddy Martin, Carole Hughes, and many others. In Fine condition with some cover separation, slight burn damage to the top right corner of the first several pages, and mild to moderate wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Movie Star Autographed Items. Includes two b&w 8" x 10" photos and 13 greeting cards signed by Helen Hayes; several assorted items signed by Constance Bennett (including her marriage license to actor Gilbert Roland, who signed using his given name -- Luis Damaso Alonso), Gregory Ratoff, Robert Montgomery, and others; and 14 b&w 8" x 10" photos of Roland. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Actor-Signed Screenplays. Includes autographed scripts for Ordinary People (second draft, 130 pages, September 21, 1979, signed by Mary Tyler Moore), Mr. Holland's Opus (first draft, 120 pages, undated, signed by Richard Dreyfuss), and Analyze This (final draft, approx. 120 pages, July 1998, signed by Billy Crystal). Our authenticators advised they do not have exemplars for majority of the signatures and therefore have no opinion on their authenticity. Each is in Excellent condition.
Assorted Cast-Signed Television Scripts. Set of five autographed TV scripts includes M*A*S*H (final draft, 34 pages, August 17, 1979, inscribed and signed by Mike Farrell in blue felt tip), Happy Days (revised shooting script, 47 pages, October 30, 1981, signed by Marion Ross in black felt tip), Doogie Howser, M.D. (unknown draft, 30 pages, May 4, 1989, two copies, both signed by Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, James Sikking, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman, Kathryn Layng, and Markus Redmond; plus Linda Dean Ryan, Lucy Boryer, and Mitchell Anderson on one copy, various inks), and Murphy Brown (revised final draft, 46 pages, October 5, 1995, signed by Candice Bergen, Grant Shaud, Joe Regalbuto, Charles Kimbrough, and Faith Ford in black felt tip). In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition.
George Schlatter's Laugh-In Hall of Fame Award. A National Association of Broadcasters Broadcasting Hall of Fame Award induction award presented to Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In on April 8, 2002. The influential sketch comedy series ran for 140 episodes from January 22, 1968 to May 14, 1973, and helped boost the careers of such actors and comedians as Lily Tomlin, Goldie Hawn, and Flip Wilson. Dan Rowan had passed away in 1987 when this award was presented; co-creator Dick Martin died six weeks after the induction. The plaque measures 13" x 10.5" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's Laugh-In 25th Anniversary American Television Award. An American Television Award for Best Variety Special presented to Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In 25th Anniversary celebration which aired February 7, 1993. The special honored the influential sketch comedy series that ran from 1968-1973 and helped boost the careers of numerous actors and comedians. Sadly, Dan Rowan had passed away six years earlier. The award measures 6" x 8.5" x 4.5" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's Laugh-In Series Syndication Notebook. A red three-ring binder containing Schlatter's episode lists (with notes on guests for each), list of syndicated episodes and airing schedule, and related correspondence from 1982-83. Schlatter was not involved in the last season (1972-73), and these episodes were never syndicated as part of the 1983 package; thus, the notes only list the first 130 shows. In Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
Assorted Performers and Actors Signed Contracts. Set of ten assorted agreements dating from 1987-89 signed by Betty White, Army Archerd, Ed Begley Jr., Steve Allen, Carl Reiner, Jim Henson, Robin Leach, George Miller, Henny Youngman, and Ed McMahon. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Assorted Comedians Signed Contracts. Set of ten items includes documents signed by Paula Poundstone, Gilbert Gottfried, Bobcat Goldthwait, Whoopi Goldberg, Mark Russell, Joan Rivers, Rita Rudner, Kelly Monteith, Jack Gallagher, and Brett Butler. All are dated 1987 and in overall Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Assorted Performer-Signed Contracts Including Walter Matthau and Others. Set of nine signed engagement contracts from 1987 signed by Walter Matthau, Steven Wright, Bronson Pinchot, Louie Anderson, Peter Scolari, Carol Channing, Bea Arthur, Tim Conway, Red Buttons, and Bob Arnott, securing their services for the first American Comedy Awards ceremony. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Welcome Home, America Cast Signed Contract Carbons. Set of 24 carbons from signed performance contracts for the 1991 TV special includes Bob Hope, Tony Danza, Lee Greenwood, Tony Orlando, Sandi Patti, Merle Haggard, each of the Pointer Sisters, Tom Selleck, James Woods, Roger Moore, John Forsythe, Alan Thicke, and many others. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Frank Sinatra Signed I-9 Form. Dated April 5, 1991, and signed by Sinatra in black ball point. Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's Danny Thomas Show Bound Scripts. A final draft scripts for four episodes of Thomas' show, hardbound into a single volume with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover. The dates range from September 23, 1964, to February 21, 1965, and the scripts average 76 pages each including cast lists, staff contact lists, rundowns, rehearsal schedules, and revisions. In Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's NBC Follies of 1965 Script. A second draft script for the variety show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated November 10, 1964, 95 pages with annotations by Schlatter in pencil throughout. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's The Best On Record 1965 Grammy Awards Show Transcript. A final draft script for the 1965 awards show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated May 11, 1965, 145 pages including revisions, rehearsal schedule, rundowns, correspondence, staff contact lists, and more, with a few annotations in pencil by Schlatter. In Very Fine condition with some wear to the cover. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's Colgate Comedy Hour Script. A revised script for the 1967 comedy/variety show starring Bob Newhart, Carl Reiner, Mel Brooks, Nipsey Russell, and others, with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover. Script is dated March 19, 1967, 136 pages including rehearsal schedule, rundowns, staff list, and revisions, with a few annotations in pencil by Schlatter. In Very Fine condition with some wear. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's The Fabulous Funnies Script. A final draft script for the 1967 awards show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated August 11, 1967, 112 pages including cast and staff contact lists, rundowns, rehearsal schedules, music clearance sheets, budget notes, and revisions, with annotations by Schlatter. In Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's T.C.B. Transcript. A script for the 1968 musical TV show that featured Diana Ross and the Supremes plus the Temptations, with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated August 20, 1968, 89 pages including rehearsal schedule, production staff and cast contact lists, rundowns, and revisions. In Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's Soul Script. A third draft script for the 1968 musical show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated June 30, 1968, 188 pages including taping schedule, network script notes, staff list, rundowns, revisions, and 14 pages of handwritten and photocopied notes, with a few annotations in pencil by Schlatter. In Very Fine condition with some wear to the cover. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's The Best On Record 1968 Grammy Awards Show Script. A script for the 1968 awards show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated April 11, 1968, 78 pages including rehearsal schedule, taping schedule, and budget sheets, with a few annotations in pencil by Schlatter. In Very Fine condition with some wear to the cover. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's The Best on Record 1969 Grammy Awards Show Script. A first draft script for the 1969 awards show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated April 8, 1969, 72 pages including taping schedule, staff list, rundowns, and revisions, with annotations in pencil by Schlatter. In Very Fine condition with mild wear. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's The Best On Record 1970 Grammy Awards Show Transcript. A transcript of the 1970 awards show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated May 7, 1970, 81 pages including staff, performer, and facilities contact lists, and six-page fact list, with a few annotations to the latter in pencil and ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's Cher TV Series Notes. A three-ring binder with the series logo on the front cover, containing guest and staff contact lists, release schedule, production schedules, and other documents related to the 1975-76 TV variety series. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear and instances of toning to some documents. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
George Schlatter's John Denver & Friend Script. A final draft script for the 1976 music show that paired Denver with Frank Sinatra, with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover; dated February 5, 1976, 115 pages including rundowns, rehearsal schedules, staff list, and revisions, with annotations by Schlatter, bound with approx. 20 pages of handwritten notes by him. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's Annotated John Denver & The Ladies Script. A three-ring binder containing a first draft script for the 1978 television special dated October 16, 1978, 162 pages (some annotated) including staff contact lists, rundowns, rehearsal and shooting schedules, show music list, and photocopied set design sketches. In Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
George Schlatter's Las Vegas 75th: An All Star Celebration Script. A script for the 1987 anniversary show with producer Schlatter's name embossed on the cover, dated October 8-17, 1987, 218 pages including stage flow chart, schedules, call sheets, contact lists, rundowns, and revisions. The large three-binder has tabbed sections for each of the show's performers, which included Ray Charles, Siegfreid and Roy, Debbie Allen, Don Rickles, Nell Carter, Sammy Davis Jr., the Oak Ridge Boys, Pia Zadora, and others. In Very Fine condition with some wear to the cover. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Jason Alexander's American Comedy Awards Nomination. Set of three award nomination plaques for Alexander's performances on Seinfeld and other television productions, presented to the comedian in 1995, 1996, and 1998 ceremonies. The plaques measure 4.25" x 6.25" and are in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Bea Arthur's 1994 American Comedy Award Nomination. A Lifetime Achievement Award nomination plaque presented to Arthur at the 8th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Lucille Ball's American Comedy Awards Lifetime Achievement Trophy. A Lifetime Achievement Award in Comedy -- Female presented to Ball in 1987 at the inaugural awards event. The award acknowledged Ball's five decades as a film and television pioneer. The trophy measures 6" x 9" x 4" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Roseanne Barr and Sara Gilbert's Comedy Award Nominations. Includes Barr's 1993 American Television Award nomination plaque for Best Lead Actress in a Situation Comedy, and Gilbert's 1994 American Comedy Award nomination plaque for Funniest Supporting Female in a Television Series or Special, both presented for their respective work on Roseanne. The plaques measure 4.25" x 6.25" and are in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Being John Malkovich 2000 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Motion Picture presented to Spike Jonze's 1999 comedy at the 14th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Carol Burnett's 1994 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Female Performer in a Television Special (The Carol Burnett Show: A Reunion) presented to the comedienne at the 8th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Johnny Carson's American Comedy Awards Lifetime Achievement Trophy. A Lifetime Achievement Award in Comedy -- Male presented to the King of Late-Night TV in 1992. Carson also won an ACA award in 1987 for Funniest Male Performer in a TV Series (Leading Role) Network, Cable or Syndication for his work on The Tonight Show. The trophy measures 6" x 9" x 4" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Chris Elliott's 1994 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Supporting Male in a Motion Picture (Groundhog Day) presented to Elliott at the 8th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Katharine Hepburn's American Comedy Awards Lifetime Achievement Trophy. A Lifetime Achievement Award in Comedy -- Female presented to the screen icon in 1989, acknowledging her work in such classics as Bringing Up Baby, The Philadelphia Story, Adam's Rib, and others. The trophy measures 6" x 9" x 4" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Jack Lemmon's American Comedy Awards Lifetime Achievement Trophy. A Lifetime Achievement Award in Comedy -- Male, presented to Lemmon in 1991. Lemmon also was nominated for and ACA for Funniest Actor in a Motion Picture in 1996, also offered in this sale. The trophy measures 6" x 9" x 4" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Jack Lemmon's 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Actor in a Motion Picture (Grumpier Old Men) presented to the late actor at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
David Letterman's 1998 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (Late Show with David Letterman: Video Special III) presented to the late-night talk show host at the 12th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Steve Martin's 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. Martin's double-nomination award plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (The Kennedy Center Honors) and Funniest Actor in a Motion Picture (Father of the Bride - Part II) presented to comedian/author at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Dennis Miller's 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (Dennis Miller Live) presented to the comedian/talk-show host at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Dudley Moore's 1989 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Male performer in a Television Special (George Schlatter's Comedy Club Special) presented to the late Moore at the 3rd annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
David Hyde Pierce's 2000 American Comedy Award Nomination. A double-nomination award plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (The 51st Emmy Awards) and Funniest Supporting Male Performer in a Television Series (Frasier) presented to Pierce at the 14th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Richard Pryor's Comedy Hall of Fame Trophy. Described as "the Picasso of our profession" by Jerry Seinfeld, Richard Pryor made a name for himself as a stand-up comedian whose unflinching observations on racism and narrative style influenced generations. This award was presented to Pryor upon his induction into Hall of Fame in 1993. The trophy measures 7" x 14" x 7" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Joan Rivers' 1994 American Comedy Award Nomination. A Lifetime Achievement Award nomination plaque presented to the comedienne and talk show host at the 8th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Chris Rock's 2000 American Comedy Award Nomination. A double-nomination award plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Series (The Chris Rock Show) and Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (Chris Rock: Bigger and Blacker) presented to Rock at the 14th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Garry Shandling's 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Series (The Larry Sanders Show) presented to Shandling at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Martin Short's 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. Award nomination plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (The Show Formerly Known as The Martin Short Show) presented to the SCTV and SNL alum at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
60 Minutes American Television Award. An American Television Award for Best News, Information, or Documentary Series, presented to the long-running TV newsmagazine in 1993 -- its 25th anniversary. The award measures 6" x 8.5" x 4.5" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Red Skelton's Comedy Hall of Fame Trophy. Though he made a name for himself in vaudeville, Broadway, radio, and film, it was on television that Red Skelton left his most lasting impression, with his long-running comedy series The Red Skelton Show. This award was presented to Skelton upon his induction into Hall of Fame in 1993, four years before the pioneering comedian's death. The trophy measures 7" x 14" x 7" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Lily Tomlin's 1994 American Comedy Award Nomination. Tomlin's double-nomination award plaque for Funniest Actress in a Motion Picture (Beverly Hillbillies) and Funniest Supporting Female in a Motion Picture (Short Cuts) presented to her at the 8th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Tracey Ullman's 2000 American Comedy Award Nomination. A double-nomination award plaque presented to the British comedienne at the 14th annual ACAs for Funniest Female Performer in a Television Series (Tracey Takes On...) and Funniest Female Guest Appearance in a Television Series (Ally McBeal). The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Robin Williams' 1996 American Comedy Award Nomination. A double-nomination award plaque for Funniest Male Performer in a Television Special (Comic Relief VII) and Funniest Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture (Nine Months) presented to the comic legend at the 10th annual ACAs. The plaque measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Assorted Comediennes' American Comedy Award Nominations. Set of three American Comedy Awards nomination plaques includes Rikki Lake's 1989 plaque for Hairspray, Jasmine Guy's 1989 plaque for A Different World, and Rosie O'Donnell's 1997 plaque for three different categories. Each measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Assorted Funny Ladies' American Comedy Award Nominations. Set of three American Comedy Awards nomination plaques includes Julia Duffy's 1989 plaque for Newhart, Nancy Walker's 1991 Lifetime Achievement Award nomination, and Joan Cusack's 2000 plaque for Runaway Bride. Each measures 4.25" x 6.25" and is in Excellent condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Center.
Claude Rains The Mystery of Edwin Drood Photo Portraits by Roman Freulich. These four original b&w 8" x 10" portraits capture Rains in one of his most strikingly wicked roles: John Jasper, opium addict/choirmaster/murderer in Universal's 1935 adaptation of Charles Dickens' unfinished novel. Each bears the stamp of famed Universal still photographer Roman Freulich on the reverse, and Rains has penciled his character's name on the back of the three of the shots, one of them reading "Jasper - the bastard"! Rains enjoyed richly bravura villainy as the unspeakable Jasper, killing a romantic rival on Christmas Eve, burying him in quicklime under a cathedral, and receiving a properly gothic comeuppance -- falling to his death from a church steeple. Although one of the portraits actually appears to be from The Man Who Reclaimed his Head (Universal 1934), Rains nevertheless has identified it on the reverse as "Jasper - Edwin Drood." Highly desirable artifacts from classic Universal horror and the personal files of one of its legendary stars. Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Original Stills from The Adventures of Robin Hood by Elmer Fryer. One of the joys of 1938's gloriously Technicolor The Adventures of Robin Hood is Claude Rains' red-wigged, red-bearded, and black-hearted Prince John -- a role the actor played with such fey, eye-popping flamboyance that his villainous usurper comes off as a bewhiskered Bette Davis. (In fact, Roddy McDowall once asked Rains if he had intentionally lampooned Davis as Prince John and Rains' only reply was "a enigmatic smile"!) In later years, Rains revealed to his daughter that he'd enjoyed playing the prissy prince as a homosexual (subtle mannerisms, of course), but whatever the scoundrel's sexual proclivity, he was delightfully and unforgettably vile. Here are two splendid original 7.5" x 9.5" Warner Bros. portraits of Rains as Prince John; one of him epicenely sampling a bouquet of grapes, the other of him vainly admiring himself in a hand mirror. Rains wrote in pencil on the reverse of the latter, "Prince John who loved himself." In addition there are three wonderful original "straight" portraits measuring 7.5" x 7.5", 7.5" x 8.5", and 7.5" x 9.5"; two of the actor at his leisure in casual garb, and one of him dressed to the nines in double-breasted coat and black hat. Rains signed his name in full and in pencil on the reverse of one of the casual shots and added questioningly, "in? 1936." Each of the five shots has the stamp on the reverse, "Photograph by Elmer Fryer, Warner Bros. F.N. Studios." Wonderful portraits (little wonder Rains saved them) and the Prince John shots will inspire you to speak treason - "fluently!". In Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Family Picture Album. Leatherbound 7" x 12" picture album with 64 pages and hundreds of 1" x 1.5" personal photos. Rains had given his wife Frances a camera and she took these pictures - mainly of family, friends, their farm, horses, and so on; there are also some photos taken on the set of Anthony Adverse and some casual shots of Rains with actress Gale Sondergaard and her husband, director/writer Herbert Biberman. In Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Scrapbook Devoted to His Farm, Stock Grange. As Jessica Rains remembers, one of the "great prides" of Claude Rains' life was Stock Grange, a 600-acre farm built in 1747 in the Brandywine countryside outside of West Chester, Pennsylvania. The actor lived there from 1938 to 1957, and as soon as he completed a film in Hollywood, he would hurry back across the country to his pastoral retreat and embrace his private life as a "gentleman farmer." This lot features 12 photo album pages with 31 pictures of Rains' beloved farm; shots of the house's interior and exterior, the barn, the outbuildings, the swimming hole, and the pigs and cattle. The pictures (still attached to scrapbook page backing) range from 8" x 10" shots that appear to have been taken professionally to family snapshots that include a charming picture of Rains in suit and tie with daughter Jennifer (Jessica Rains' given name) and her baby doll. The pages give great evidence of the serenity Claude Rains pursued and enjoyed away from the spotlight during his most legendary years as a movie star. In Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Caesar and Cleopatra Stills with Notations. Produced in England in 1945 and the most expensive British film production to that time, Caesar and Cleopatra, based on George Bernard Shaw's play, starred Claude Rains and Vivien Leigh as the doomed royal lovers, under the direction of Gabriel Pascal. These three 7.5" x 9.5" still proofs include a shot of Rains and Leigh on a palatial set, on which Rains has written in pencil on the reverse "Farewell"; a shot of Rains and Stewart Granger, with Rains having penciled on the reverse, "Apollodorous and Me"; and an exterior shot of Rains amidst throngs of soldiers and extras, making a grand entrance. On the reverse of this last shot, Rains has written in pencil, "Caesar and Co. enter the Palace steps for last scene"; he adds something indecipherable regarding deMille, then writes, "Just before the take, Pascal (director) said, 'When you make the entrance, think of Mussolini.' Jesus!!!!" The shot with Granger has the words "Rough Proof" written in the upper left area of the picture, a 1" tear mark touching Rains' foot and a modern script page attached to the reverse (which could easily be removed), and the grand entrance shot has some minor creasing; otherwise, they are in overall Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Personal Stills from Notorious with Notations. These four original b&w 7.5" x 9.5" stills capture Claude Rains in perhaps his most multi-layered film performance: Alexander Sebastian, the mother-dominated Nazi hopelessly in love with Ingrid Bergman's Alicia in Alfred Hitchcock's Notorious (1946). Three of the stills present Rains with Bergman, and one features him with Leopoldine Konstantin (as his mother, the formidable Madame Sebastian). Each of the four stills has the stamp of RKO photographer Gaston Longet on the reverse, and two have the original snipes; in addition, Rains has written in pencil "Notorious with wife - I.B." on one of the stills with Berman, and "Ingrid, self, Notorious" on one of the others. Notorious earned Rains the fourth of his four Best Supporting Actor nominations, and he was quite confident of victory; instead, Harold Russell, the veteran who'd lost his hands, won for The Best Years of Our Lives. Rains was very disappointed -- quite understandably, since Russell received a special honorary Oscar for his performance anyway. A glue mark runs across Rains' writing on one of the stills; otherwise, they are in Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Vintage Deception Promo Stills. Set of one 5" x 7", one 8" x 10", and five 7" x 9.25" b&w vintage stills for the 1946 film noir featuring Rains and co-stars Bette Davis and Paul Henreid. In overall Very Fine condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Photo Portraits by Roddy McDowall. "It was the most volatile face...It was like Mount Rushmore," remembered the late actor/photographer Roddy McDowall, who took these amazing photographs of Claude Rains late in Rains' life. The 9" x 13.5" b&w photographs date to the mid-1960s; Rains was in his mid-'70s and McDowall was pleased that the portraits captured "his wit and melancholia and also this tremendous fierceness, like a lion, that Rains had." Indeed, the portraits have a "King Lear" quality, showing the majesty of a man who had triumphed over incredible odds to become one of the world's most respected actors. Each photo has a sticker on the verso reading "Photo: Roddy McDowall Copyright 1995 Harlequin Enter. Ltd." These superb studies almost make you feel as if Rains were in the room; he himself was so pleased that he paid a surprise visit to McDowall's New York home to request more copies. In Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Signed Photograph from 1925. A dashingly handsome and dramatic original photograph of Claude Rains as Faulkland in Richard Brinsley Sheridan's The Rivals, presented at London's Lyric Theatre in 1925. The photograph, measuring 5.25" x 8.75", is attached to 7.75" x 10.75" paper backing, with Rains signing in fountain ink in the backing's lower right area "Claude Rains 1925." The photographer's stamp ("Raven Studio") is on the reverse. This was a memorable production for Rains: his two former wives, Isabel Jeans and Marie Hemingway were in the cast, as was his wife at the time, Beatrix Thomson. The backing has some border damage, but the photograph and signature are both clean and in overall Fine condition. A marvelous study of the 36-year-old, pre-Hollywood Rains, looking very much the matinee idol. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Handwritten Cards. These three cards bearing Rains' sentiments include a postcard of Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, Maine, addressed to "Mrs. Claude Rains," postmarked August 16, 1954, and noting that he was to see "Bette" (Bette Davis, who had a home in Maine at that time), signed "M"; a "Child with Dog" postcard from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to an unaddressed recipient, asking "Did you see the show or were you up to your neck in you know what" and signed "CC"; and a colorful Christmas/New Year's card from the Players Club signed "Poopie" with a message on the reverse: "wear the humming birds for luck - at an audition perhaps, since they are noted for the ability to fly upward! Claude." All writing is in fountain ink and the cards are in Fine to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Correspondence to His Daughter. These four different communications from Claude Rains to his daughter certainly run the gamut of emotions. The first is a handwritten note referring to the first TV showing of The Pied Piper (a musical version starring Van Johnson with Rains as the singing Mayor), dating it to 1957. Rains notes: "The kids will like it but what fans I have are going to wonder what the Hell has happened to Rains. 'The guy's a comic.' All my love, Fa Fa." (Note: Jessica as a little girl called Rains "Fa Fa" because she couldn't pronounce "Father"; later, when she was a teenager and embarrassed to call him "Fa Fa" in front of her boyfriends, Rains suggested she simply call him "Claude.") The second note, handwritten on his personal stationery and dated June 16, 1964, is heartbreaking as Rains reveals to his daughter that his wife Rosemary has cancer: "The garden is full of flowers and so is the house, but they don't mean anything anymore," and signed "C". The third piece is a florist envelope on which Rains has penciled "Darling you may get me before you get this both with my love Pie Face." The fourth item is a telegram sent to Jessica Rains at Cafe LeMama in New York with the message "Have fun I love you BB." The telegram's date is April 12, 1967, about a month-and-half before Rains died. Moving insight into a complex man and a masterful actor. In Very Good to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Written Postcards to His Daughter. Rains sent these six postcards with reproductions of the works of Matisse, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Picasso to his daughter at Bennington College, signing them in ink, "Love Fa Fa." One was written on his November 10, 1957 birthday: "Sunday. I'm 68. Took pills for sleeping and whiskey (doctors orders!) and slept all night...So what!" All cards date from the autumn of 1957 (a significant time for Rains, as Shock! Theatre was a TV sensation and fans had rediscovered him as The Invisible Man) and still bear their two-and three-cent stamps. In Very Good to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Cards Written to His Daughter. The year is 1958, the artists on the cards are Modigliani, Cézanne, and Matisse, and Rains sent these six cards to his daughter at Bennington College from his home in West Chester, PA, as well as Beverly Hills and the Napa Valley, where he was filming This Earth Is Mine. Rains signed the cards in ink as "C.C." except for one; he'd grown a beard for This Earth Is Mine, and signs, "Love, 'The Beard' (Luxuriant)". Also of note: Jennifer had sung in a musical staged at Williams College, much to Rains' pride, and he addresses one card to "Jenni (Ethel Merman) Rains" and another to "Jenni (E. Merman) Rains." Cards include the original stamps and are in Fine to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Cards to His Daughter. This lot of six cards -- bearing reproductions of art or beautiful scenery, as was Rains' custom in selecting such cards -- were sent by the actor to his daughter and all signed in ink, "Love, Fa Fa." The images on the cards range from Van Gogh's Interior of a Restaurant to Marie Laurencin's Nymphet et Biche to a photo of British Isles countryside. One of the cards reached his daughter in Switzerland, and Rains wrote, "If you're still in the land of delectable cheeses, send me a tin one with your love. And here's mine to you." Five of the six cards have their original air mail stamps. Charming personal mementoes in Good to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Assorted Correspondence. In his final years, Claude Rains decided to write his memoirs and engaged journalist Jonathan Root to assist him. Sadly, Rains' declining health delayed completion and Root predeceased the actor in March of 1967. This lot offers correspondence from that ill-fated project, including four telegrams to Root dated April 1965 to December 1966 (one an Easter greeting, one a Christmas sentiment, one regarding a meeting for the project and one noting Rains entering the hospital). There are also two envelopes addressed to Root in Rains' hand, one postmarked July 13, 1966, on which the actor had written "Rains Sandwich N.H." on the reverse; and one postmarked December 7, 1966, with Rains' New Hampshire return address sticker on the reverse. Also of interest is a July 8, 1966, typed letter on the stationery of the Chenery Library of Boston University, with the Chief of Reference and Special Collections expressing, "I am delighted, honored and proud that I shall one day be the curator of the Claude Rains Collection." Stapled to it is a handwritten note on Rains' personal stationery, in which he writes to his daughter, "Dear Jenni, Send this to the bastard! Love, C." By the way, Boston University does house the Claude Rains Collection, and David J. Skal received access to Jonathan Root's taped interviews with Rains for his recent book, Claude Rains, An Actor's Voice, authorized by Rains' daughter. In Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Letters to his Daughter, with Signed Envelopes. These two letters from Claude Rains to his daughter, both handwritten on his personal stationery, give marvelous insight into the man's humor, depth of emotion, and love for his only child. The first letter is dated September 2, 1964, at a time when his sixth wife, Rosemary, was dying of cancer. Rains writes in part: "She is a very brave soul...send handkerchiefs, keep your chin up - I was told to give a good performance for her. So I do." Rains signs it, "Love, The Dean." The second letter is postmarked August 15, 1966 (Rosemary had died New Year's Eve of 1964) and is more lighthearted; Rains relates that Irving Rapper (who had directed Rains in 1942's Now Voyager) had offered him the role of a bishop ("Wow!" writes Rains, suggesting that his daughter play "a choir boy"). Irrepressible ladies' man Rains (then 76) also writes about "a charming woman (not many hereabouts) who raised her two boys on my (recorded) Bible stories: now they are 17 and 20. Unfortunately her husband's a charmer too, So that's that!" He signs off, "Love and kisses, Your naughty old (young) Fa Fa." Each letter comes with the original hand-addressed envelope, and Rains has written his full name and New Hampshire address on the reverse of the 1966 envelope. In Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains Leather-Bound Scrapbook, with Handwritten Letter from Rains. A remarkable piece of theater and Hollywood history! This leather-bound, 8.5" x 11.5" scrapbook was the creation of a British (and ardent) female Rains fan, who in September of 1940, sent it from England to Rains' two-year-old daughter Jennifer. (Note: Jennifer Rains would change her name to Jessica Rains when she became an actress, since there was already a "Jennifer Rains" in Actors Equity.) The original owner wrote this sentiment inside the scrapbook, "Hoping it will give you a little of the pleasure it always gives me." (The book was also now safe from possible destruction in the London blitz.) The scrapbook contains 49 pages, packed with original newspaper and magazine clippings and reviews (with photos and wonderful caricatures), mostly devoted to Rains' London stage career in the 1920s, as well as some fascinating coverage of his films The Invisible Man and Crime without Passion. The scrapbook also boasts a double-sided handwritten letter from Rains in fountain ink that he signed "CR" (the lady who originally kept the scrapbook has added a character analysis of his handwriting). Somebody in the Rains family has added a review of the film Caesar and Cleopatra (1946) inside the front cover. David J. Skal found this scrapbook of great assistance in researching his 2008 biography of Rains, Claude Rains: An Actor's Voice, authorized by Rains' daughter. Fascinating material on a bygone show business era, lovingly dedicated to the formative years of a brilliant actor, as well as evidence of the rather obsessive admiration Claude Rains inspired in some female fans. Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Annotated Reading Script for Lincoln Portrait Recording. In performing dramatic readings, Claude Rains was a force of nature, and in his later years he awed audiences as he read great literature in personal appearances and on recordings. This double-page typed script titled Lincoln Portrait was a recorded reading, and the script contains Rains' extensive annotations with his penciled directions to himself and key words underlined for delivery effect. The script is taped to cardboard, as was often the case for radio or recordings, and its annotations give ample evidence of Rains' impeccable preparation as an actor. One can imagine his magnificent voice reading the script's climactic words from the Gettysburg Address. In Very Good condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Poster for Phantom of the Opera, and His Lobby Cards for The Man Who Reclaimed His Head and Strange Holiday. Claude Rains' superbly haunting portrayal of the title role in Universal's 1943 Technicolor mega-hit Phantom of the Opera remains one of his best-remembered performances. This lot includes a handsomely dramatic, linen-backed 24" x 33" European poster for Phantom's post-war 1946 release in Copenhagen and was part of Rains' personal collection. Rains' masked Phantom is dominant on the poster, ominously looming above attractive images of co-stars Nelson Eddy and Susanna Foster, as well as the elegant patrons madly fleeing from the Paris Opera House. As a child, Jessica Rains had added a small red dot to Ms. Foster's cheek and written in tiny red lettering, "la pimple" -- a flaw that could easily be cosmeticized by a poster restorationist. Also in the lot is a Realart re-release lobby card for Universal's The Man Who Reclaimed His Head (1934, well-remembered as the melodrama in which Rains severed the head of Lionel Atwill), with a close-up of Rains and leading lady Joan Bennett; and an original lobby card from PRC's Strange Holiday (1945), an anti-Nazi film scripted and directed by Arch Oboler (of Lights Out fame). Both cards also are from Rains' collection. The Strange Holiday card has some tears on the left and right borders; otherwise, overall quality of the three pieces is Fair to Very Good. Colorful promotional material with the Phantom of the Opera poster especially desirable. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' They Won't Forget Prop Campaign Poster. Directed by Mervyn LeRoy and released in 1937, They Won't Forget was a scathing indictment of perverted justice that starred Rains as Andrew J. Griffin, a small-time lawyer with big-time political ambitions who railroads a man accused of murder in order to further his own career. This 24" x 40.5" campaign poster figured prominently in the film, and was saved as a memento by Rains. The poster is in Fine condition with some wear, toning, and heavy fold creases. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Tony Award for Darkness at Noon, with Related Playbill. On January 13, 1951, Claude Rains opened at Broadway's Alvin Theatre in Sidney Kingsley's play Darkness at Noon. The actor's heartbreaking portrayal of Rubashov, an old revolutionary ruthlessly destroyed by a totalitarian state, was the climax of his career, a tour de force performance that won the star six of the season's top acting prizes. On the night of March 25, 1951, Rains received Broadway's highest honor, this Antoinette Perry Tony Award, presented to him by the American Theatre Wing at New York's Waldorf Astoria. The silver award (moderately tarnished) bears the masks of Tragedy and Comedy; engraved on its reverse is a profile of Antoinette Perry and the words, "The American Theatre Wing Presents To Claude Rains This Award for His Performance In Darkness At Noon 1950/1951." The Tony measures 3" wide and sits regally in a 4.5"-wide circular wooden base. Also included is a Playbill program for Darkness at Noon, with a photograph of Rains and co-star Kim Hunter on the cover, the program running 32 pages in length (the front cover is loose and most of the back cover is torn away). This Tony Award was the most prestigious acting honor that Claude Rains ever received (four times nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar, he incredibly never won), and he proudly displayed the medal in his various homes for the remaining 16 years of his life. A wonderful relic of theatre history, awarded to one of the truly brilliant actors of the 20th century, in Very Fine condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Delia Austrian Medal for Darkness at Noon. Perhaps the greatest triumph of Claude Rains' career was his shattering portrayal of Rubashov in Sidney Kingsley's play Darkness at Noon, a dramatic highlight of Broadway's 1950/1951 season. The play co-starred Kim Hunter, Walter (Jack) Palance, Lois Nettleton, and Brian Keith, and Rains' performance was by all accounts overpowering. "On matinee days I'd try to save myself to hold back for the evening performance," Rains remembered, "but it was no use. I'd wring myself out." Among the awards Rains won for his virtuoso portrayal was this wonderful item, the coveted New York Drama League's Delia Austrian Medal. The award's engraved face features a very woeful mask of Tragedy and a rather Jove-like mask of Comedy; the reverse presents three willowy robed women, one of them holding a severed head. Engraved on the face are the words "Claude Rains in Darkness at Noon 1951" while the reverse reads: "The Delia Austrian Medal Awarded by the Drama League of New York For Distinguished Performance." The medal is 2.75" wide and flamboyantly sits in a 4.75"-wide circular wooden base; the medal has come unattached from its original anchor piece but still fits in the base's groove. Incidentally, the Delia Austrian Medal pre-dates Broadway's Tony Award by 12 years; its first recipient in 1935 was Katharine Cornell, while the most recent winner in 2008 was Patti LuPone. This particular award has tarnished over the past 58 years, but it is still most impressive, with a charmingly classical style -- rather like the legendary actor it honored. In Very Fine condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Claude Rains' Personal Copies of His Recordings. A set of six LPs (all of which were a part of Rains' personal library) featuring one of the great voices of the theater and cinema on: David and Goliath, Told by Claude Rains; Builders of America: Washington and Lincoln, Claude Rains, Narrator; The Song of Life: An Interpretation of the Twenty Third Psalm, Narrated by Mr. Claude Rains; Bible Stories for Children, Told by Claude Rains; the original soundtrack recording of Lawrence of Arabia, in which Rains played the role of Mr. Dryden; Remember the Alamo, Narrated by Claude Rains; and An Evening with William Shakespeare, a two-record set with Rains performing scenes from King Richard II with an all-star cast that includes Eva Le Gallienne, Nina Foch, and Faye Emerson. All recordings come with their original jackets and play very well with some surface noise. In Very Good to Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' and Edie Adams' Personal Barbecue Pit. An attractive vintage iron barbecue pit with a large cover featuring an ornate image of a pair of dancers cut into the surface. The pit stands 23" high and measures 38" in diameter, and is in Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear from use. Requires third party shipping. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Personally Designed Poker Table with Chairs. Kovacs spent many a notorious night at this poker table -- and lost a fortune in the process -- playing cards with friends Dean Martin, Tony Curtis, Peter Lawford, Richard Conte, and others. Specifically designed by Kovacs, the round wood gaming table has a center pedestal of four intricate columns which were originally much shorter; according to Edie Adams, the table was delivered to Kovacs at cocktail height, fifteen inches off the floor. Ernie promptly sent it back to its maker, demanding the table be high enough to accommodate his chairs, his poker buddies, and his growing "affinity" for the game. The table stands 27" in height and approximately 54" in diameter, and the the five accompanying chairs (upholstered in leather) stand 33" in height. All are in Very Fine to Excellent condition, and though the tabletop shows signs of wear, what a story it could tell if only it could talk! Requires third party shipping. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Feather Dyed Raccoon Coat. Adams' mid-calf length racoon coat with shawl collar by Fuhrman's Beverly Hills, with wrapped hook closure, lined in tan satin with tan leather inner flap. Accompanied by a professional appraisal certificate, in Fine condition with minor stains and ink marks to lining. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Beige Dyed Beaver Coat. Adams' beaver overcoat by William Baer Furs Beverly Hills with two pockets, three 1.75" opalescent buttons, and buttoned belt, satin label monogrammed "EAK" (an early fur of Edie's, as the initials suggest "Edie Adams Kovacs"). Accompanied by a professional appraisal certificate and in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Mink Coat. The floor-length coat in dark brown mink trimmed in dark brown beaver is secured with four buttons, fully lined, and adjustable to mid-calf, knee, and jacket length. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Fur Coat. Knee-length coat fur coat with shawl collar, secured with a single wrapped hook opening to black satin lining, labeled "Furhman's Beverly Hills." In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' White Fox Stole. A white stole with a cream velvet inset running the length of the piece embellished with applied cording and iridescent sequins. In Fine condition with minor matting of the fur at either end, the 120" stole is backed in silver lamé which is pulling away at one end revealing the original satin backing -- still, a glamorous piece only Edie could pull off. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Fur Coat. Edie Adams' floor-length sable coat, secured with concealed hooks, fully lined and adjustable to mid-calf and knee lengths. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Jewelry with Lobby Card, Anniversary Clutch, and Ticket. Wonderful treasures from Edie Adams' life on screen and stage fill this lot. Edie's framed lobby card from Lover Come Back with Rock Hudson, Doris Day, and Tony Randall is accompanied by the large bold ring she prominently displays from her resting place in a string bass case; costume jewelry including a pair of five inch drop glittering rhinestone earrings worn in Edie's Marilyn Monroe impersonations, with accompanying image of Edie wearing the drops; a pair of faux emerald and rhinestone drops with an accompanying image of Edie wearing the earrings; Edie's ticket for the international press preview of It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World; and her globe minaudiere clutch in gold and red "gems" spelling out Its a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World commemorating the 40th anniversary of its debut, together with an image of Edie holding the clutch alongside co-star Sid Caesar. These treasures are in Fine condition with minor loss of "gem" to the clutch. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams Screen-Worn Hattie Carnegie Gown. Seen on air with Ernie Kovacs, and in an accompanying image of Edie and Ernie in a comic moment, Edie's 1953 gown by Hattie Carnegie is in dark green velvet with a princess bodice, full skirt and mink trim. This stunning gown by a design legend is in Good condition. The trim needs to be reattached, there is fading to the green velvet and a hole to the velvet beneath the trim; otherwise, an iconic dress from television history. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Ceil Chapman Dress. Adams had long desired to own a dress designed by Ceil Chapman, a favorite of Marilyn Monroe, and here it is. This prized possession, worn on Kovacs' show and in a Muriel Cigar commercial (accompanied by the male quartet, The High Notes), was custom made for Adams in black crepe de chine with a meandering overall line of bugle beads and further embellished at the upper edge in rhinestones, pearls, and pendant drops of seed and facetted beads, giving this piece great movement. Lined in satin with internal stays and bearing the Ceil Chapman label, this dress is in Fine condition with minor bead loss at the back and is accompanied by a photograph of Edie in this dress with her husband Ernie Kovacs. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Don Loper Gowns. A stunning pair of 1956 "Barbie Doll" dresses by Don Loper, one white and the other black of near identical design. The white gown was created for Edie's 1955 debut at The Plaza night club and she liked it so much that a second one in black was ordered for the late show. Later she wore the gown in a Bing Crosby TV special. Form fitted to the knee and flaring to the floor, the dresses are of lace embellished with sequins over a taffeta base. The flaring skirt of five layers of netting gives the dress great body, allowing it nearly to stand on its own; as Edie stated "I could stand right up to it..." The white gown is illustrated in Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing A Pretty Song. Both gowns are in Fine condition, the bra inserts have desiccated, and there is a minor loss of sequins. An interesting note: legend has it that these designs served as inspiration for the original Barbie Doll dress. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Costume. A wicked Marilyn Monroe impersonator, Edie went to see Ceil Chapman, one of Marilyn's favorite designers, to have this form-fitting gown created. In gray crepe beaded in silver bugle beads, pearls and rhinestones, the beaded pendent loops add extra glamor to the piece. Accompanied with a photo match and in Very Fine condition, one can her her breathing out the lyrics to The Ballad of Davy Crockett to a delighted audience. Accompanied by Edie's rhinestone choker and a hardcover copy of her autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Don Loper Gown From Muriel Cigar Promotions. A truly sultry ensemble, the navy blue gown and coat were designed by Don Loper in 1957 for Edie Adams, the long standing spokeswoman for Muriel Cigars. The fitted gown, flaring at the knee and lined in taffeta, is in navy blue corded lace embellished with iridescent blue and gray sequins. En suite with this gown is the full-length coat featuring a black satin lapel that extends to the floor, and a pair of dark blue velvet gloves. The lot also includes Adams' own 55" tall, full-color advertising placard showing Edie in this luscious gown presenting "Muriel Cigars..... A size and shape for every smoker." The ensemble is in Fine condition with minor damage and repair to the lace at either side of the waist of the dress, and the placard is in Good condition, but in need of restoration. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage- and Publicity-Worn Don Loper Gown. Worn by Edie Adams in Las Vegas night club shows, this elegant design by on Don Loper is in black velvet with a simple scooped neck, form-fitting to the knees where it is slightly gathered and flares out forming a train. So simple, yet stunning, the gown is in Very Fine condition and is accompanied by a published publicity photo of Adams in the gown and a hardcover copy of her autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Costume. Wearing this luscious red dress, Edie holds up her hand as Ernie peers at her ring looking at the rock through a magnifying glass... we present a photo match, but when and where this skit took place, is a worthy hunt for a true fan. In red crepe chiffon over satin, this knee-length dress has a beautifully draped bodice that extends down the back as a train and then is wrapped at the waist. Zipped at center back, the dress is in Good condition with damage to the crepe chiffon at the cummerbund, hem and arms, at the left arm the damage is significant, but could easily be folded under for display. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage-Worn Helen Rose Gown. Edie Adams wore this elaborately beaded gown in her Las Vegas night club acts, and apparently altered it over time. As a clothing designer herself, it wasn't unusual for her to make changes. Originally the off-the-shoulder dress with a front slit had a simple cascade of applied leaves down the left shoulder, to which was added sequins and overlaid with three dimensional beaded flowers. The dress is accompanied by a publicity photo of Edie in the gown and is in Fine condition with a 2.5" run of beads missing left of the back center zipper and some minor general loss near the zipper. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Dress from the Final Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour (1960). Having been designed by Don Loper and worn by Edie Adams on the final episode of The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour in 1960, this iconic dress has everything going for it. "That's All" was her song of choice accompanied by Vivian Vance at the piano, and what a prophetic choice it was... The tension between Lucy and Desi on the show was palpable by this point (a mere year before their divorce). The episode, "Lucy Meets the Mustache" was a great one nonetheless, with the typical Lucy hijinks, crossed wires, and a kiss with Desi before the credits rolled. This beautiful creation in corded brown lace over flesh color lining is finished with a full detachable over skirt of brown chiffon and matching belt. Simply put, that's all you could want in a piece of television history! Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive. Click here to watch Edie Adams, wearing this dress, in the Lucy-Desi series finale.
Edie Adams' Costume by Galanos. Worn in a frequently used promotional shot from 1962 following Ernie Kovacs' death, the glamorous Edie shows off the lines of this beautiful creation by celebrated designer James Galanos, lifting the ruffle that extends from the bodice down the slit skirt and along the floor. The dress in an olive crepe is lined in satin and in Very Good condition, with some distortion to the stayed bodice and a zipper that needs to be reattached. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Costumes, Including an Edith Head Design. Includes two of Edie's screen-worn costumes, the first a Rudi Gernreich suit comprising a three-button jacket with cuffed sleeve and straight skirt in red and white woven plaid, the jacket worn by Edie on the 1962 Bob Hope TV Special (in which she sang with Bing Crosby), as well as multiple magazine covers. The second piece is a fuchsia knit dress with a crocheted collar, designed by Edith Head, that Edie wore as Trina Yale in the 1966 movie The Oscar. Both costumes are in Very Good condition with an even yellowing to the white ground of the plaid. Included with this lot is the cover of the October 20-26, 1962 Chicago Tribune TV Week, showing Edie in the plaid jacket, and a photo dated September 10, 1965 with Edie, flower in mouth, wearing the fuchsia dress. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Costume. This glittering jumpsuit of gold sequins and fur arm cuffs, streaming with floor length cream chiffon scarves, perfectly fit Edie's role alluding to Narcissus in a skit on her 1963 TV show Here's Edie, where she sang to her reflection while stretched out on a polar bear skin rug. Originally seen worn on the cover of her 1963 album Music to Listen to Records By: Edie Adams Sings?, this costume is an example of Edie's tongue-in-cheek sense of humor (apparently Groucho Marx was the only one to "get" the satirical nature of the album), as well as her creative wardrobe recycling after Kovacs' death. The V-necked halter with a flesh color inset, scoops in back to the waist and is edged in rhinestones. With interesting interior detailing, such as the inner ribbon belt, the jumpsuit is secured in back, with a extra large zipper, typical of her quick-change costumes, as well as zippers at each leg. By Berman's, the jumpsuit and arm cuffs are in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Dress Worn to Tony Curtis' Wedding. Edie wore this dress on her 1963 TV series Here's Edie which reintroduced her to TV audiences not as the comic sidekick of her late husband Ernie Kovacs, but as a Juilliard trained soprano. She appeared in the dress once again that same year beside Eddie Fisher at the marriage of Tony Curtis to Christine Kaufmann, his 17 year old German co-star in Taras Bulba. The dress of crepe de chine, with a skirt of diagonally layered lace and V-neck front and back, is in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Worn Gown. Edie Adams' gown (created by her celebrated Made in Paris designer, Helen Rose) has a history waiting to be discovered. The flowing blue crepe chiffon, straight V-necked dress has a draped bodice which continues to the floor edged in a ruffle. Accompanied by a glamorous photo of the blond Edie Adams wearing the piece, the gown is in Good condition with some spotting and snagging to the front -- still glamorous, vibrant, and gorgeous. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' The Best Man Screen-Worn Galanos Gown. This gown was seen in Gore Vidal's 1964 film The Best Man, as well as on air in a 1963 episode of Here's Edie. Designed by James Galanos, this cream crepe de chine gown with a straight scooped neck and 3/4 length sleeves is embellished with embroidered and beaded flowers and beaded pendant drops that swing with every step. Impeccably finished inside and out, this piece is in Very Fine condition and is accompanied by a framed photo (from Edie's personal collection) of her wearing the dress, alongside Best Man co-star Cliff Richardson. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage- and Publicity-Worn Dress and Gloves. Worn in a Muriel Cigars commercial, on-stage at the Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas, and featured on the jacket of her 1964 album Behind Those Swingin' Doors, this custom made red crepe de chine dress swings with loops of seed beads and hanging facetted drops. The fully lined dress is accompanied by her rhinestone-covered gloves, seen in multiple publicity images (and a postcard from the Riviera, included with lot). In Fine condition, with some bead loss to the back of dress, and minor soiling to the palm side of the gloves. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage-Worn Costumes from Her Vegas Performances. The two pieces in this lot represent "the two faces of Edie." Edie often appeared on stage impersonating celebrities; Edie wore this first dress as part of her Jayne Mansfield skit (with knit white top studded with rhinestones and skirt of blue sequins). The second dress Edie wore as her own onstage persona, wearing this dress of intricately beaded design on gold chiffon (designed by Galanos for Amelia Gray). In waves of gold and opalescent bugle and seed beads, the shimmer is magnified with pendent clear mylar waves. Accompanied by Edie's press clipping featuring her in both pieces onstage at Harrah's Tahoe South Shore Room. Both lots are in Very Fine condition with minor bead loss. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage-Worn Costume. This show-stopping costume of ribbons and rhinestones was worn by Edie Adams for her series of Las Vegas night club acts. Accompanied by an ostrich feather fan, the dress is designed with a black chiffon blouse embellished with facetted square beads and secured at the back with a hook and zipper. The skirt and sleeves of free flowing black ribbon, three deep, are fringed at the ends. The dress can be seen in Adams' autobiography Sing A Pretty Song, and is in Very Good condition with fading to the ribbons where they meet the chiffon in front and a closed zipper that is not in working condition. Water damage has faded the waistline; otherwise, the piece -- one of Edie's faves -- is fantastic. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Stage-Worn Blue Lace Dress, Featured on Cover of Her Autobiography. In this flowing gown, gracing the dust jacket of her autobiography Sing A Pretty Song, Edie swishes the overlay out with one arm in her classic "S" curve pose. The "V" notched dress of wrapped lace, over a floral chiffon, is interwoven with blue mylar ribbon adding a twinkling sparkle. In Fine condition with minor damage to the lace at the side zipper and at the hem. A beautiful piece, important enough to Edie that she wore it on the cover of her autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song, a copy of which accompanies the dress. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Dress from Famous "Adams Sisters" Muriel Cigars Commercial. For all her roles, Edie Adams may be best remembered as the spokeswoman for Muriel Cigars, a campaign that ran for more than 20 years. Here is the stunning dress with flowing train worn by the fabulous Adams Sisters for the famous 1966 Muriel Cigars commercial. Showing her well-admired legs to advantage as she emerged from behind the three cigars as Edie, Edith, and Edytha, this shimmering knee-length dress of pink chiffon (beaded in gold with pendent drops) sparkled in the camera light. In Fine condition with some bead loss, this dress is accompanied by images of Edie wearing the dress, as each of the seductive sisters, as well as a hardcover copy of her autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Helen Rose Gown. As the spokeswoman for Muriel Cigars, Edie Adams glides across the stage and in her seductive style intones "Why don't you pick one up and smoke it sometime?" Included with this gown is an image of Edie wearing this flowing red 1966 crepe chiffon gown by Helen Rose, lighting gentlemen's cigars in classy and sexy Muriel commercials. Draped from the right shoulder, the swag falls across at the knee, flowing to the floor and forming a train. In Fine condition with minor snags, this dress sums up the sex appeal of Edie's "Muriel Girl." Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Helen Rose Made in Paris Costumes. This lavish Helen Rose ensemble, designed for Edie Adams as Irene Chase in the 1966 romantic comedy Made in Paris, is an extravagant display of coque feathers and beading. The ensemble is composed of two gowns and a cape. The first black dress, in velvet with a gathered V-neck, is form-fitting to the knee where it flares out with a satin skirt, slit at the front and covered in rows of coque feathers. The second, a straight form-fitting dress with a straight neckline in black crepe chiffon over a lining of flesh color silk crepe, features a bodice with a diapered beaded pattern and skirt embellished with coque feathers and black sequins. Finally, the black crepe chiffon cape (with diapered beading in black bugle and facetted beads) is finished with three rows of coque feathers providing a dramatic, feathered covering. In Very Fine condition, and accompanied by photo matches provided by Edie's own Made in Paris publicity clippings. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Edie Adams' Screen-Worn Costume for Muriel Cigars Commercial. In search of a "Big Spender", Edie Adams struts through Wall Street in her shimmering silver jumpsuit amidst a sea of dark-suited men, singing her famous Muriel Cigar jingle, "Hey, big spender, spend a little dime with me." Edie, always a fashion setter, sported this jumpsuit that shouts its 1971 origin with ribbon legs woven with silver mylar and embellished with sequins, free-flowing from the knee, topped with a bodice of silver-embroidered lace over a flesh color chiffon base. This is worn with the jacket en suite finished with square Lucite drop buttons. A remarkable ensemble, worn by a remarkable woman, on a long-remembered commercial, and in Very Fine condition with accompanying images of Edie in the costume. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Overcoat and Leather Gloves. A handsome wool overcoat with houndstooth pattern accompanied by a pair of black leather gloves, from Kovacs' personal wardrobe. In Excellent condition. Measurements: 15.5" shoulder, 30" sleeve, 49" length. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Sports Jacket. A three-button raw silk jacket, fully lined, owned and worn by the iconic TV pioneer. In Good condition with tear to lining at collar and right interior sleeve. Measurements: 19.5" shoulder, 26.5" sleeve, 33.5" length. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Publicity-Worn Suit. Kovacs' three-button custom-made suit with double pants in navy blue raw silk by Richard Bennett, bears the typed label "E. KOVACS, JUL 6 '53." The lot is accompanied by a news clipping showing Kovacs in the suit, leaning on an elephant, as a promotion for his role in the 1959 episode "I Was a Bloodhound" in CBS's popular Sunday evening show General Electric Theater. In Fine condition, one pair of pants is cuffed and the other is waiting to be hemmed. Measurements: 21" shoulder, 27" sleeve, 34.5" length, 35" waist, 33" inseam. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Dark Blue Suit. A single-button dress suit in a dark blue tone on tone stripe in silk with cuffed sleeve, pant with satin ribbon running down outer seam, custom made by Earl Benham Co, Inc with a typed label reading "Mr. Ernie Kovacs, OCT. 1957". Fully lined in a gray and blue striped satin in Very Fine condition. Measurements: 20" shoulder, 27" sleeve, 32" length, 34" waist, 32" inseam. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Screen-Worn Suit. A creature of habit -- Nairobi Trio is a fine example of his penchant for repetition -- Ernie donned this tasteful suit on many occasions. Two images of Ernie looking quite dapper in the ensemble accompany the lot, including an iconic image of Kovacs and Adams with a "knife in the back" theme. He was, after all, the master of visual TV trickery. Without a hole, we present this suit, custom made by L.R. Ermilio & Co, with a tailor's label reading "Ernie Kovacs 10/7/52". The two-button suit, in a brown and rust wool glen plaid, has two pairs of cuffed pants; the original has a 44" waist and 32" inseam, and the second pair (added to the suit April 21, 1953) has a 38" waist and 33" inseam. As the waist measurements illustrate, Kovacs' weight fluctuated drastically -- nothing in moderation for Ernie. In Fine condition with mild damage to lining of sleeves. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Pin Stripe Suit. A three-button black suit with gray pinstripes custom made by Tavelman's Beverly Hills, with cuffed sleeve and pant. In Fine condition with darkening at waist of pant lining. The tailor's label bears the date March 2, 1959. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Sports Jackets. A dark-brown plaid three-button jacket with rust and pale gray stripes made by Saks Fifth Avenue, plus a cream plaid silk blend three-button jacket made by Fordham and retailed by Morville, Philadelphia, with black and rust stripes. Both with partial lining and in Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Erie Kovacs' and Edie Adams' Robes. Includes Kovacs' navy blue terry cloth bath robe with lapel, cuffs, and pocket flaps in a contrasting magenta terry cloth and a hidden zippered pocket in the left cuff; and Edie's kimono-type robe in a black satin weave. The black robe is in Very Fine condition and the terry robe in Good condition with yarn pulls, seam wear to right sleeve, and a missing belt. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Gabardine Suit. A custom made three-button suit by L.R. Ermilio & Co, typed to label Ernie Kovacs, date April 24, 1957, in tan gabardine with cuffed sleeve and leg. In Good condition with a number of small worn areas to jacket and pants. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Shirt and Pants. This white shirt with dark gray stripes with two-button 5.5" cuffs, by Shirtmakers Ekings Wright of Trenton, N.J., is monogrammed with Ernie's "EK" and stamped "Kovacs, EK" inside the collar. The custom made dark gray twill cuffed dress pants, by Earl Benham Co., Inc., are tailor-labeled "Mr. Ernie Kovacs, DATE OCT. 1957". The shirt is in Very Fine condition and the pants are in Fine condition with a .25" cut to right cuff. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Tuxedo and Dress Pants. Includes custom tuxedo pants in black gabardine with satin ribbon down the outer seam, by L.R. Ermilio & Co., Philadelphia, tailor-labeled "Ernie Kovacs, No. 9563, Date WDS 10/23/51"; and blue linen dress pants by McGregor with running stitch down outer leg seam, tailor-labeled "Kovacs #2" on the pocket lining in ink. Both are in Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Monogrammed Shirts. Set of four dress shirts by Ekings Wright of New Jersey, from Ernie's personal wardrobe, each with his initials monogrammed on the left breast. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Monogrammed Shirts. Set of four dress shirts by Old Bond Street of Roma and Ekings Wright of New Jersey, from Ernie's personal wardrobe, each with his initials monogrammed on the left breast. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Vests. Three custom made vests for Kovacs, one in an embroidered black faille, one in a tan basket weave, and the third in a tapestry weave, each with satin back and attached back-belt. All three are in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Suit. Kovacs' custom made suit by Deges is a two-button design in black shuntung silk, with cuffed pants and side buckles at the waist. Tailor's label reads: "Ernie Kovacs, 5-18-54, 17313" in the pant label. This well-worn suit is over all in Very Good condition showing exposed lining at the neck, a loose seam at the lapel, and minor desiccation to the relined sleeves and bottom edge of the suit lining. Included with this lot is a photograph of Ernie in this suit taken aboard ship with his wife Edie Adams. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' EEFMS Club Necktie. The EEFMS -- Early Eyeball Fraternal and Marching Society, to you non-initiates -- was the name of the television club created during the last months of Ernie Kovacs' early '50s TV show 3 to Get Ready in Philadelphia. This EEFMS tie was owned and worn by Kovacs on the show, kept as a memento by him, and comes directly from his personal estate. The tie is in Fine to Very Fine condition with areas of color loss due to aging, and is accompanied by Edie Adams' newspaper clipping from the April 7, 1968, Philadelphia Sunday Bulletin that features a photo of Kovacs wearing the tie. A truly unique item. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Ernie Kovacs' Stopwatch from Rosalind Russell. A vintage silver Abercrombie & Fitch stopwatch presented to Kovacs as a gift from Rosalind Russell. The watch is in its original case and is accompanied by a card inscribed "To Ernie/who has everything/Love Rosalind" by the actress in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with some scratches and scuffing. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Edie Adams' autobiography, Sing a Pretty Song. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Session 2
Music Memorabilia
Louis Armstrong's Turquoise Ring. Medium-sized turquoise stone with scarab motif set in metal band, owned and worn by the legendary Jazz trumpeter. In Very Fine condition with tarnishing. Previously auctioned at William Doyle Galleries, NY.
Louis Armstrong Signed Contract. A five-page agreement on Columbia Records letterhead, dated April 25, 1955, signed by Armstrong in black fountain ink. The contract engages Armstrong to provide session musicians and record nine songs for the purpose of making an LP. The songs listed include "Black and Blue", "Honeysuckle Rose", and "Ain't Misbehavin' ". Armstrong subsequently released these recordings on Satch Plays Fats: The Music of Fats Waller in 1955. In Very Fine condition with mild edge wear, punch holes to the top edge, and a deep fold crease to the back page (signature unaffected). Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Musical Instruments
Randy Bachman-owned National Glenwood 99 Electric Guitar (1960s). From Randy Bachman's fabulous collection of guitars comes this seldom-seen white National Glenwood with a Bigsby Tailpiece, serial number I-94302. There are a few tiny body dings, with minor cracks in the white finish around the jack hole, and parts of the black finish on the pickup housings are worn; but overall, this is a great guitar in wonderful condition. It comes in an original case. Roll on down the highway with this baby! From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Randy Bachman-owned National Glenwood 99 Red Electric Guitar (c. 1965). The unusual shape and fiberglass body of the National Val-Pro Glenwood model guitar have made it a favorite of some very discriminating players. Here's a really beautiful example in the classic red finish with white highlights -- Jack White, are you listening? This one's made for you, buddy! There's a couple of touched-up dings on this one, one on the body and another on the back of the neck, but neither would keep this desirable guitar from finding a good home, and overall, the guitar is in Very Good condition. It comes housed in a Washburn slab case, and features a little extra present from Randy: one of his custom light-blue #43 t-shirts. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Music Memorabilia
Badfinger Band-Signed Contracts. Hailed as the heirs apparent to the Beatles, the members of Badfinger instead fell victim to events that splintered the band and lead to the suicides of its two principal members. Rising stars in the late '60s, Badfinger were signed to a business management contract with New York businessman Stan Polley in November 1970. Polley's professional reputation was touted at the time, but within a year allegations of financial mismanagement from other clients and associates convinced many to sever ties with him. In 1972, Polley negotiated a record contract with Warner Bros. for Badfinger which called for advances to be paid into an escrow account; in December 1974, Warner filed a lawsuit against Polley when it could not locate the funds. The ensuing legal troubles effectively halted Badfinger's career, crippled them financially, and contributed to the infighting that ultimately caused the group to implode. These are the four contracts, dated November 12, 1970, signed one each by bandmates Pete Ham, Joey Molland, Mike Gibbins, and Tom Evans, and all signed by Polley. In Very Fine condition with some wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Badfinger Member Signed Checks and Receipt. Included are three Badfinger Enterprises Inc. checks dated February 28 and December 14, 1973, and April 1, 1974, and made payable to Joey Molland, Mike Gibbins, and the late Tom Evans for cash advances, each signed by band manager Stan Polley and endorsed on the reverse by the respective artists. Also included is a petty cash receipt dated February 6, 1973 and signed by the late Pete Ham. Items are in Very Fine condition with the usual bank cancellation marks on the checks.
Beach Boys Band-Signed 1964 Tour Book. Over the course of 1962-1965, the Beach Boys had 16 hit singles during a competitive time for pop musicians. The Beach Boys embarked on their first American tour at roughly the same time their chief competitors -- the Beatles -- arrived in the States for a monumental tour of their own. It was also during this tour that Brian Wilson announced his withdrawal from touring in order to focus entirely on songwriting and production, marking a creative turning point for both him and the band. This program book from that 1964 tour is signed by Brian, Carl, and Dennis Wilson, Mike Love, and Al Jardine in blue and black ink on the full-page photos facing their respective bios. The contents have separated from the cover, and at some point were reattached with tape on the inside covers along the spine, which has since deteriorated; otherwise, it is in Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bee Gees Band Signed Contract. A one-page agreement, undated, between the group and representatives of the TV show Midnight Special, signed at the bottom by Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb in blue and black ink. The document is accompanied by a related August 27, 1975 agreement signed by manager Robert Stigwood in blue; both are matted along with the cover for their 1976 LP Children of the World, to an overall size of 35" x 16.75". In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Sonny Bono and Cher Signed Document. A single-page promissory note dated May 1, 1983, signed by Bono in blue ink and by Cher in black. In Very Fine condition with multiple staple holes to the top left corner. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
David Bowie Signed Agreement. A single-page agreement dated October 27, 1975, signed at the bottom by Bowie using his real name -- David Jones -- in black ink. It was during this time that Bowie was in the studio recording Station to Station in L.A., not long after having completed his scenes for the film The Man Who Fell to Earth. Bowie changed his last name in order to avoid being confused with Davy Jones of the Monkees. The agreement is in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Brown Stage-Worn Cape. Too tired to go on, the announcer Daniel B. Ray enters the stage, cape in hand to comfort the hard working singer by placing the cape over Brown's shoulders and walking him off the stage. So the routine goes and the Godfather of Soul throws off his cape heading back to the microphone as the crowd rises to its feet. Here is Brown's silver sequined cape trimmed in lamé. In Fine condition with some minor loss of sequins and accompanied by five photograph including one of a smiling Ray placing the cape on the shoulders of the fatigued Brown.
Cream's Jack Bruce and Pete Brown Signed Agreement. A single-page, double-sided royalties agreement between Bruce and Brown and music publisher Dratleaf Ltd., dated October 3, 1966, regarding profits from the publication of the song "Wrapping Paper", signed by the songwriting duo in blue ink on the reverse. Bruce, bassist for the band Cream, and poet and producer Brown, were responsible for writing most of the supergroup's songs, including "White Room" and (with Eric Clapton) "Sunshine of Your Love". The document is in Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Tim Buckley Contracts and Work Permit. A talented, groundbreaking musician, Tim Buckley died at the peak of his career from a heroin overdose in 1975 at age 28. Includes a performance contract November 21, 1967, between Buckley and the Fillmore Auditorium, signed by promoter Bill Graham (but not Buckley); an unsigned rider to a contract between Buckley and the Troubadour, dated April 24, 1968, secretarially signed by Buckley's manager; and an unsigned work permit dated May 17, 1974, allowing Buckley to perform in the UK. Items are in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Buffalo Springfield Stampede Framed Cover Slick. A cover slick for the never-released LP Stampede. The album was originally planned as the follow-up to the group's 1966 debut album, but the band was falling apart at the time, and whatever had been recorded for Stampede was never released in its original form. The group broke up, reformed, recorded Buffalo Springfield Again, and then split for good. Matted and framed to an overall size of 17.25" x 18.75" and in Excellent condition.
The Byrds Signed Mr. Tambourine Man Album Cover. An album cover for the Byrds' 1965 chart-topping LP, signed on the front by David Crosby, Michael Clarke, Roger McGuinn, and Chris Hillman in various inks. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Johnny Cash Signed Contract. A single-page television performance agreement dated June 5, 1968, engaging Cash to perform for a televised Country music awards show, signed by him blue ink. In Very Fine condition with a torn top left corner and some toning along the edges. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Eric Clapton Signed Limited Edition 24 Nights (Genesis Publications, Ltd., 1981). Genesis Publications is famous for their limited edition books and boxed sets of Rock icons, which become immediate collectibles among fans. We're very pleased to be offering several of these deluxe sets in our current auction (see the Everything Beatles section for more). This particular volume is numbered #1,828 in a limited edition of 3,500, and consists of a 128-page, 8.5" x 12" hardbound scrapbook of drawings by Peter Blake that's been autographed by Eric Clapton; a "Thank You" to artist Peter Blake by George Harrison (whose autograph is printed); a companion 58-page, 6" x 8.5" hardbound commentary by Derek Taylor; an envelope containing a guitar string, backstage pass, badge, and four guitar picks, all in a clamshell case; and two limited edition CDs of live recordings. In Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
The Dave Clark Five Vintage Ed Sullivan Show Photos. Regularly promoted as having a "cleaner" image than the Beatles, the Dave Clark Five made a whopping 18 appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show between 1964 and 1967, more than any other British group. (Though it's still the Beatles' appearances that are the most remembered.) Featured are five b&w contact sheets totaling 43 images and a b&w 8" x 10" promo photo of the Five's first appearance on the show on May 15, 1964 (three months after the Beatles) as they were riding the success of their single "Bits and Pieces". The pics featuring images from the performance as well as some behind-the-scenes shots of the band and Sullivan. A great set of images, in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Dave Clark Five and The Hollies Band-Signed Items. Includes sheet music for "At the Scene" signed on the cover by Dave Clark, Lenny Davidson, Mike Smith, Rick Huxley, and Denis Payton in blue ink (Very Fine condition); and a b&w 8" x 10" band photo signed by Graham Nash, Allan Clarke, Bobby Elliott, Eric Haydock, and Tony Hicks in green felt tip (Excellent condition). Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Sam Cooke Signed Contract. Three-page standard two-year artists' manager agreement dated November 18, 1960, between Cooke and William Morris, signed on the reverse of the last page by Cooke in blue ink. A pioneering R&B singer, Cooke had 29 Top 40 hits between 1957 and 1965, and died under mysterious circumstances in 1964. In Very Fine condition with punch holes to the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Michael Cooper Blinds & Shutters Signed Limited Edition Volume (Genesis/Hedley, 1990). First edition volume featuring more than 600 rare and/or unpublished photos by the late British Rock photographer, #1,828 in a limited edition of 5,000, signed opposite the limitation page by Joe Bergman, Peter Blake, Eric Clapton, Adam Cooper, Terry Doran, Allen Jones, John Mayall, Graham Nash, Keith Richards, Colin Self, Terry Southern, Derek Taylor, and Bill Wyman. A close friend of members of the Rolling Stones, the Beatles, and others, Cooper was in an enviable position to document one of the most fascinating eras of Rock music, as evidenced in this volume. The large-format book is bound in black leather and yellow cloth and is housed in a matching handmade silk-screened Solander box with a small inset photograph behind a sliding panel on the front of the lid. In Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Xavier Cugat Airport Drawing. A talented bandleader and violinist, Xavier Cugat was also a skilled cartoonist. This unsigned 13.25" x 19.25" colored pencil sketch on drawing paper features a self-caricature of Cugat at an airport, with his chihuahua in his pocket. In Excellent condition. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Xavier Cugat Self-Portrait Caricature. Xavier Cugat made a name for himself as a bandleader and violinist, and helped make Latin music popular in the US. He was also equally talented as a cartoonist. This unsigned 13.25" x 19.25" colored pencil sketch on drawing paper features a self-caricature of Cugat with his trademark violin and pet chihuahua. In Excellent condition. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Xavier Cugat and Charlie Chaplin Drawing. Although Xavier Cugat's lasting impression on the arts was as a composer, bandleader, and violinist, he also made a name for himself as a cartoonist. This unsigned 13.25" x 19.25" colored pencil sketch on drawing paper features a self-caricature of Cugat (and his signature chihuahua) on a movie set with Charlie Chaplin, the latter in his Little Tramp persona. In Excellent condition. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Miles Davis Signed Contract. A single-page agreement on Columbia Records letterhead, dated May 31, 1956, signed by Davis at the bottom in black ink. The agreement modifies one signed by Davis on October 27, 1955, and allows him a $2,000 cash advance. At the time this contract was signed, Davis was in the middle of recording tracks for what would become the landmark Jazz album 'Round About Midnight. The document is in Very Fine condition with some mild wear and punch holes along the top edge.
Sammy Davis Jr.'s Gucci Address Book. Sammy's personal address book, with Gucci logo design on the cover, loaded up with phone numbers and addresses. Most of the entries are typed, but several are handwritten. Famous entries include Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli, Norman Lear, Robert Blake, Lucille Ball, Bjorn Borg, Johnny Carson, Bill Cosby, Rosemary Clooney, Danny Thomas, and many others. In Excellent condition with mild to moderate wear around the edges of the cover. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
John Denver Handwritten "Eighteen Holes" Song Lyrics. A sheet of yellow 8.5" x 13" legal pad paper with the lyrics for an original John Denver song titled "Eighteen Holes", handwritten by Denver in black ballpoint pen. This song was never published. An interesting insight into one of Denver's favorite hobbies, with comical and entertaining content! In Excellent condition, accompanied by a tour book from the late singer-songwriter's 1992-93 Plant a Tree World Tour that has been matted and framed to an overall size of 18.25" x 22". From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver, and by a James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
John Denver Tour Memorabila Group (1992-94). The world-wide popularity of John Denver is evident in this small collection, which includes a 1992 Plant a Tree Tour booklet, a prototype framed Gold Record for "Rocky Mountain High" (BMG Collectibles reissue); and a 1994 Korean Concert poster, framed to an overall size of approximately 15" x 26". The Gold Record has a few scratches on the Plexiglas; otherwise, the items are in Excellent condition. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver Favourites Australian Gold Disc Award (ARIA). BMG Gold Disc presentation award to Windstar, Australia, matted and framed to an overall size of 22" x 22.5" The wooden frame has a side bump, but is otherwise in Excellent condition. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver "Take Me Home, Country Roads" Gold Single Display. A gold 45 featuring Denver's 1971 hit single, matted and framed along with a color photo of the late singer-songwriter in a 16.25" x 12" display. In Excellent condition, accompanied by a 20.5" x 29" Japanese concert poster (c. 1995) and a tour book from his 1992-93 Plant a Tree World Tour. All items in Excellent condition. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver's Money Clips from Various Golf Tournaments. Includes four money clips presented to Denver by the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, 1997 Bob Hope & Chrysler Classic, Doug Sanders and Celebrity Classic, and Buick Invitational golf tournaments, and a tour book from Denver's 1992-93 Plant a Tree World Tour. All items are in Excellent condition. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver's Guitar Strap with Songbook. Leather guitar strap, 47", studded with 22 ornate steel medallions depicting various birds. In Very Fine condition, accompanied by a copy of the songbook John Denver: A Legacy of Song (in Excellent condition). From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver's Beaded Guitar Strap with Guitar Stands and Song Book. A 51" nylon guitar strap heavily with colored plastic beads owned and worn by Denver, accompanied by a copy of the songbook John Denver: A Legacy of Song and three of Denver's guitar stands. All are in Excellent condition. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
Musical Instruments
John Denver's 1994 Taylor 12-String Acoustic Stage-Used Guitar. This guitar was used extensively by John Denver throughout the 1990s on world tours. We offer photos of it being stage-used in 1995 in Topeka and at the Wildlife Concert. They were also featured prominently on numerous recordings, as well as pictured on the covers of at least two of Denver's commercially acclaimed Compact Discs: 'John Denver Live' and 'The Wildlife Concert'. Used during his very last 1997 Australian tour. Produced by Taylor Guitars in 1994. Serial number & model 855 has been authenticated by Taylor Guitars as that made specifically for John Denver. This traditional double bound body boasts a Sitka Spruce top enhanced by Indian Rosewood back & sides. The ivory bound neck is made of mahogany topped with an Indian Rosewood fretboard for a classic acoustic touch. Adorning the fretboard are radiant "Progressive Diamond" inlays. The rosette sparks three-ring abalone inlays. The nut width measures 1 7/8 on this 25 ½" scaled neck. The headstock is crowned with landmark gold Mini-Grover tuners. Comes with original black Taylor hardshell case. In excellent to better condition. Letter of Provenance from Hal Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver's 1994 Taylor K15 Six-String Acoustic Stage-Used Guitar. This brother to the Taylor 12-string was used extensively by John Denver on world tours throughout the '90s. It was also featured prominently on numerous recordings, as well as pictured on the covers of at least two of Denver's commercially acclaimed recordings: John Denver Live and The Wildlife Concert. The guitar was also used during his final Australian tour in 1997. Taylor Guitars manufactured this beauty in 1994, and the serial number and model have been authenticated by Taylor as having been made in 1994 specifically for John Denver. This extraordinary black-and-white double bound body features a distinctive Koa top, back, and sides. Koa's natural tonal nuances yield the richest, most dynamic sound possible and this soundbox is a great example of these dynamics. The traditional mahogany neck is enhanced with a responsive Indian Rosewood fretboard decorated with eye-catching Progressive Diamond inlays, not to be outdone by the single-ring abalone inlays surrounding the rosette. The nut width measures 1.75" on this 25.5" scaled neck. Upgraded gold Grover tuners cap this sensational guitar. Even John's installed pickup is still neatly mounted in the soundhole! Comes with original black Taylor hardshell case. In Very Fine to Excellent condition, accompanied by photos of it being used onstage on his 1995 World Tour in Belgium, Frankfurt, Ludwigshafen, and at the Wildlife Concert. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
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John Denver's Guitar Road Case. A 47.75" x 20.5" x 8.5" guitar shipping case by Rhino, owned and used by Denver on many of his tours, with his name stenciled on the top and bottom in white paint. In Fine to Very Fine condition with a moderate amount of surface wear from regular and rigorous use, but still solid and sturdy. Accompanied by a copy of the tour book for Denver's 1992-93 Plant a Tree World Tour. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
John Denver's Guitar Road Case. A 47.75" x 20.5" x 8.5" guitar shipping case by Rhino, owned and used by Denver on many of his tours, with his name stenciled on the top and bottom in white paint. In Fine to Very Fine condition with a moderate amount of surface wear from regular and rigorous use, but still solid and sturdy. Accompanied by a copy of the tour book for Denver's 1992-93 Plant a Tree World Tour. From the Hal Thau Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Thau, former manager of John Denver.
The Doors Payment Receipts from Elektra Records. Set of five payment receipts from the Elektra Corporation to the members of the Doors includes one each for Jim Morrison, Robbie Krieger, Ray Manzarek, and John Densmore, plus a fifth labeled "AFM & EPW Fund". All are dated September 14, 1966 -- just two weeks after recording concluded for their eponymous debut album. Each is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild wear to the right edges.
Jimmy Dorsey and Others Autograph Set. Includes a b&w 8" x 10" photo inscribed and signed by Dorsey in black ink; a b&w 8" x 10" signed by the Mills Brothers (Hubert, Donald, and Harry) in red; and a pencil sketch of the Ink Spots dated October 20, 1941, and signed by Orville Jones, Deek Watson, Bill Kenny, and Charlie Fuqua in pencil. Items are in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bob Dylan and Hootie & The Blowfish Signed Agreement. An eight-page agreement dated August 1, 1995, between Dylan's Ram Horn Music company and the '90s Pop-Rock group Hootie & The Blowfish, signed twice by Dylan and once each by the members of the band. The Blowfish agreed to pay Dylan's company $350,000 after using lyrics and music from his songs "Tangled Up in Blue" and "Idiot Wind" without permission in their Top-40 single "Only Wanna Be With You". The agreement is in Excellent condition with punch holes to the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Duke Ellington "Million Years," 2-page Handwritten Score (undated). For the true Jazz aficionado, few pieces would make a more treasured showpiece than an actual handwritten Duke Ellington score! Most of Duke Ellington's scores are housed in the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., so don't miss out this chance to win this original Duke Ellington chart for "Million Years." This lot also includes a letter of provenance from a former librarian of the Duke Ellington Orchestra. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Duke Ellington "You're the Top" Handwritten Score. Duke Ellington wrote and arranged his songs with the unique talents of his band members in mind rather than for an anonymous horn section. He also rearranged his "charts" to keep them fresh sounding, so that performances sounded different in the '30s than they did in the '50s or '70s. This handwritten chart for "You're the Top" makes note of passages for famed saxophonist Johnny "Rabbit" Hodges, and trombonists Lawrence Brown and "Tricky Sam" Nanton. Most of Duke Ellington's scores are housed in the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C., making this one of the last to be offered to the public. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Fillmore East Photo Signed by Assorted Music Greats. A b&w 11" x 14" aerial photo of a line for Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young tickets outside the Fillmore East, signed in blue felt tip by nine artists who played at the venue: Robbie Robertson, Ray Davis, James Taylor, Les Paul, Dave Mason, Levon Helm, Arlo Guthrie, David Nelson, and Buddy Cage. In Excellent condition, matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5" x 16.5". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Folk Festival of Blues Musician Signed Album. This copy of the rare 1963 live LP Folk Festival of the Blues signed in ink on the reverse of the cover by Blues greats Howlin' Wolf (signing both his stage name and his real name, Chester A. Burnett), Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson, Buddy Guy, Willie Dixon, Otis Spann, Willie Smith, and Cousin Joe Pleasant. This set of signatures is made desirable by those of Dixon, one of the most influential Blues songwriters ever, and pianist-singer Pleasant. It is also one of the few albums known to bear the autographs of Burnett, Waters, and Williamson, as well as Waters' sidemen, Smith and Spann. The signatures were obtained in 1963-64, when these performers were touring Europe as part of the American Folk Blues Festival and the 1964 Gospel Caravan Tour of the UK. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Marvin Gaye Signed Check Display. A business check drawn on the "Dinah!" account for the amount of $269.52, endorsed in large script on the reverse by Gaye and also by his mother, Alberta Gay, in blue ballpoint. The check is matted along with a photocopy of the front of the check and a 10" x 10" color photo of the R&B singer and framed to an overall size of 15.75" x 18.5". In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Grateful Dead Backstage Pass and Ticket Group (1979-95). Nice grouping of colorful passes -- some are cloth stick-ons, others are laminated; plus a bunch of unused tickets for venues all over the country. Be the biggest Deadhead on your block!
Grateful Dead International Backstage Pass and Ticket Group (1980-93). Need a little more Dead? This group of colorfully designed passes and tickets are from concerts held all over the globe -- London, Paris, Stockholm, Berlin, and more, as well as a number of American dates, including a large "tie-dye" unused ticket for the 1990 New Years Eve show, in Oakland. Too cool! All items are in Excellent condition
Grateful Dead Backstage Pass and Ticket Group (1981-92). Here's another groovy handful of Dead passes and tickets, with the highlight of this batch being a beautiful New Years Eve 1991 Oakland full, unused ticket (#15732), encased in a Lucite slab. All items are in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Backstage Pass Group (1982-95). An awesome collection of colorful passes -- backstage, staff, all-access, guest -- for a ton of Dead shows in many different venues. Most are cloth patches with adhesive backing; some are laminated paper, with images that run the gamut from skulls to Marvel Comics characters, and just about everything else (including John Wayne). Also included are two unused tickets from 1994 (Boston Garden and Franklin County Airport, Vermont). All items are in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Framed Uncut Concert Passes (1992). Two sets of uncut backstage passes for Grateful Dead concerts held between August 22 and October 1, 1992. The passes form a pair of 10.25" x 7.5" images. Both are are in Excellent condition and have been framed to 13.25" x 11.75".
Guns 'N' Roses Signed Letter. A single-page typed letter dated May 9, 1989, from the members of Guns 'N' Roses to accounting firm Armstrong, Hirsch & Levine, signed by Duff McKagan in blue ink and by Axl Rose and Slash in black (the space reserved for Izzy Stradlin is blank). The letter reads: "Dear Mr. Tyerman: We have decided not to pursue an audit of our business & individual books and records. Thank you for time and efforts in this regard." In Very Fine to Excellent condition, accompanied by a color 8" x 10" photo of the band. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
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Harley Davidson Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Guitar. This one-of-a-kind Fender Stratocaster, serial number 001, was commissioned in 2002 for the 100th anniversary of Harley Davidson Motor Company. The guitar features a hand-crafted aluminum body which has been hand-engraved by artist Greg Rich, a custom painted pick guard, and mother-of-pearl fret inlays that spell out "Harley Davidson". This is the only one like it in existence, and it is in Very Fine condition with some areas of scuffing and chipped finish to the edges of the body.
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Buddy Holly and the Crickets Signed Photo. Though they only performed together for a couple of short years prior to their frontman's tragic death, Buddy Holly and the Crickets were among the most influential Rock musicians in the history of the genre, shaping and influence the careers of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, the Beach Boys, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and numerous others. This 3.5" x 6" photo card features a rare collection of signatures from all three members -- Holly in black ballpoint and Jerry Allison and Joe Mauldin in blue. In Very Fine condition, affixed to a leaf from an autograph book. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Buddy Holly Autograph and Picture Disc Framed Display. This 6" x 4" autograph album page was signed by the legendary Rock and Roll pioneer in black, with the date "14/7/58" added along the right edge in an unknown hand. The date places the autograph just a few months after his historic UK tour, and just one month before his marriage to Maria Elena Santiago. Sadly, Holly died the following February in a plane crash that also took the lives of Ritchie Valens and J. P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson. The autograph has been matted and framed along with a picture disk LP, to an overall size of 19" x 24". All items are in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Hootie & The Blowfish Signed Chef Coat, Hat, and CD. A collection of pieces signed by all four members of Hootie & The Blowfish that includes a Myrtle Beach Hard Rock Cafe chef's coat, a Hootie & the Blowfish baseball cap, plus a Cracked Rear View CD. In Fine condition, with some yellowing to the coat, each item bears a signature of Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan in felt tip. In addition the collection includes two signed manager's letters referring to the cap and CD. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lena Horne Worn Costume. A two-piece chartreuse suede suit with a Western Costume Co. label bearing her name in ink. Previously auction by Butterfield & Butterfield and in Very Fine condition.
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Harry James' Trumpet. "He was at peace and he knew he was loved when he was playing the trumpet," said Helen Forrest of Harry James (1916-1983), in whose band she was the lead singer during the World War II years. "He knew nothing could hurt him." James' distinctions were many -- including being the first bandleader to hire Frank Sinatra (in 1939), the man who married blonde and leggy pinup girl Betty Grable (in 1943), and a bandleader who was a movie star himself in such films as Bathing Beauty (1944). James' fame as a trumpet player established him as a legend in 20th century American music. Heritage proudly offers this trumpet, a King Silver Sonic, manufactured by the H.N. White Company of Cleveland, Ohio, with James' signature engraved on the side. This special instrument was owned and played by Harry James, and documentation will be provided by the consignor stating such. The trumpet comes with its handsome black leather carrying case with plush blue lining. This is a beautiful instrument, the trademark memento of a man who loved his music so deeply that the cancer-suffering James worked up to nine days before he died. Excellent condition.
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Janis Joplin Handwritten Letter to Peter DeBlanc. A "pre-fame" letter from September 1, 1965, the year that was pretty much the last "normal" period of Joplin's short and tragic life. At the time, she was living with her parents in her hometown of Port Arthur, Texas, and attending school at Lamar Tech. Her fiancé, Peter de Blanc, was in New York and she wrote him often. It reads in part: "Hi, I've been thinking fondly of you. It surely will be nice when we can get married. It's going to be great!". She also writes about seeing the Beatles movie Help! ("...it was damned good, but I guess nothing will ever be able to top their first one for me.") and moving to New York. In Excellent condition and accompanied by the original mailing envelope (Fine to Very Fine), which has a Port Arthur postmark with the date September 2, 1965, and "No. 7" written on the top left corner. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Janis Joplin Worn Dress. A navy blue mid-length cotton dress with butterfly sleeves, high neckline, and elaborate psychedelic paisley pattern, owned and worn by the legendary singer. Slip it on and belt out Piece of My Heart! This wonderful, one-of-a-kind item is in Excellent condition. Accompanied by letters of authenticity. From the Robert Johnson Memorabilia Collection.
KISS - Ace Frehley Limited Edition Guitar. A limited edition Epiphone guitar (serial number 199102682) with mahogany bottom, maple top and neck, trans-black finish, mother of pearl KISS lightning bolt inlays on the neck, and Frehley's likeness printed on the head. In Excellent condition.
Led Zeppelin Band Signed Album Cover. An album cover for the group's 1971 Led Zeppelin IV LP signed on the front by Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones in blue felt tip. One of the best selling albums in history, Zep IV features the classic Rock staples "Stairway to Heaven", "Black Dog", "Misty Mountain Hop", "Going to California", and others. The cover is in Very Fine to Excellent condition and is matted and framed to an overall size of 16.25" x 16.25". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
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The Mamas and the Papas - Papa John Phillips' Vintage Martin Ukulele. John owned and enjoyed this uke for many years -- so much so that, according to his wife, he liked to sit in bed in the evening and play songs on it. Martin ukuleles do not have serial numbers, so dating this instrument to a specific year is difficult; it is likely from the late 1930s to early 1940s. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
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Martha & The Vandellas and The Chiffons Signed Photos. Set of two vintage b&w 8" x 10" photos includes a Vandellas picture signed by Martha Reeves, Rosalind Ashford-Holmes, and Betty Kelly in black felt tip; and a Chiffons picture signed by Patricia Bennett, Barbara Lee, Sylvia Peterson, and Connie Harvey in black. Both are in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dean Martin Signed Recording Contract. A single-page, double-sided standard royalty agreement, dated August 12, 1948, initialed eight times and signed by Dean on the reverse in blue ink. In Very Good to Fine condition with mild to moderate wear and creasing, folds, fold separations, tanning, and torn punch holes at the top edge; also, the bottom portion of the document, featuring Martin's signature, has separated from the document and been reattached with tape. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
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Johnny Meeks-Owned G&L Cavalier Electric Guitar (1983). From the time Johnny Meeks replaced Cliff Gallup as lead guitarist for Gene Vincent's Blue Caps band, he's been a Rockabilly star. Johnny joined the Blue Caps in 1957, and appeared with Vincent's records beginning with "I Got It", eventually writing the song "Say Mama" with Gene, appearing with the band on the Ed Sullivan Show and the movie, Hot Rod Gang. After the Blue Caps split in 1958, Meeks went on to work with the Champs ("Tequila"), Elvis Presley (he's seen playing guitar with Elvis in the film Roustabout), Michael Nesmith, Leroy Van Dyke, Lynn Anderson, and most notably, Merle Haggard. Here's a well-used, specially made G&L Cavalier Johnny used during his tenure with Haggard, and later tours with the revived Blue Caps. The G&L Cavalier is scarce on its own, with only about 1,400 ever produced. While the finish on this honey-blonde model shows extensive cracking, and the body and neck both display wear, there's still plenty of life left in this baby. Included are the original hardshell case, Johnny's strap, and several signed photos of Joe and Leo Fender. Own a piece of Rockabilly history, and go, cat, go! From the Johnny Meeks Collection.
Johnny Meeks-Owned G&L El Toro Electric Bass Guitar (1983). Here's an early version of G&L's El Toro bass, beloved by many a four-string player. All of Johnny's G&L models were custom-made for him, and this fine instrument (serial number B011896) sports a rare body color (Turquoise), with a rosewood fretboard and active/passive humbucking pick-ups. The bass is in great condition, with only a hint of pick scratches on the front, and moderate belt-buckle marks on the back. A very playable, full-scale bass. Comes with a stock bass case. Also included are signed photos of Johnny (one has two images, from 1957 with Gene Vincent and the Blue Caps, and another with the 1994 Blue Caps; plus another photo of Johnny alone), and a signed and personalized photo of Leo Fender to Johnny. Rock on, cats! From the Johnny Meeks Collection.
Johnny Meeks-Owned G&L Cavalier Electric Guitar (1984). Rockabilly Hall of Fame member Johnny Meeks is best-known for his time as lead guitarist with Gene Vincent's Blue Caps, but he also played with some of Country Music's finest, including Merle Haggard. Here's Johnny's road-tested red Cavalier guitar, custom-made for him by Leo Fender's G&L Company. The guitar is one of only about 1,400 of this model ever produced, and is quite a collector's item on its own. It shows the wear of a well-played guitar, but is overall still structurally sound and ready for play. It comes with Johnny's red strap, the original G&L hardshell case (with a broken handle), and several signed photos of Johnny and Leo Fender. From the Johnny Meeks Collection.
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Charles Mingus Signed Letter. A single-page letter, dated October 12, 1973, photocopied from original typed draft and signed by Mingus in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with mailing creases. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Monkees Band-Signed Photo with Tour Book. A color 11" x 14" photo signed by David Jones, Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork, and Mike Nesmith in black felt tip and in Excellent condition, accompanied by a vintage 1967 tour book in Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jim Morrison Signed Guild Application. A single-page, double-sided American Federation of Television and Radio Artists membership application, dated November 3, 1966, filled out and signed an unheard of four times by Morrison in black ink (twice as "J. Morrison" in script, once with "J. Morrison" printed, and once as "James D. Morrison" printed). In Fine to Very condition with staple holes to the top edge and ink notations in an unknown hand. Accompanied by an unattached receipt. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stevie Nicks Signed Contract. Three page agreement between Welsh Witch Music and NBC Entertainment, dated March 1, 1988, signed on the last page by Nicks in blue ink. The contract secured the singer's services for an Atlantic Records 40th anniversary special, which aired the following May. Punch holes to the top edge, otherwise Excellent. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Harry Nilsson Signed Membership Form. A double-side AFTRA membership application dated July 27, 1964, filled out, and signed by Nilsson in blue ink. In Very fine condition with staple holes along the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Laura Nyro Related Agreements. Includes an unsigned contract for an April 11, 1976 performance by Laura Nyro at the Loew's State Theatre in Syracuse, New York, dated February 26, 1976 on William Morris Agency letterhead; a letter dated march 1, 1976 on William Morris letterhead that accompanied the contract, and a letter dated March 15, 1976 on William Morris letterhead confirming the cancellation of the concert altogether. Nyro returned to recording and touring in 1976 after briefly retiring, something she would do throughout her career. The items are in Very Fine condition with some wear, toning, and rusty paperclip marks.
Laura Nyro and Labelle Signed Album Cover. From the 1971 LP Gonna Take a Miracle, signed on the front by Laura Nyro, Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendryx, and Sarah Dash. In Fine to Very Fine condition with moderate wear to the edges. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Queen Band-Signed Contract. A three-page agreement between the Glam Rock band and Elektra/Asylum/Nonesuch Records, dated December 1, 1976, and signed on the last page by Brian May, Roger Taylor, John Deacon, and Freddie Mercury in ballpoint. in it, the band agrees to appear exclusively for the company for all performances outside the UK. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with staple holes to the top left corner and some wrinkles. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Queen Band-Signed Agreement. A three-page long-term employment agreement dated December 1, 1976, and signed on the last page by Brian May, Roger Taylor, John Deacon, and Freddie Mercury in black ink. The contract is dated just nine days before the release of the band's fifth album, A Day at the Races -- also their first self-produced LP. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Rascals Band-Signed "Good Lovin' " Lyrics. The lyrics to the Rascal's 1966 hit single handwritten on Rascals letterhead by Gene Cornish and signed by him, Felix Cavaliere, Eddie Brigatti, and Dino Danelli in blue ink. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Otis Redding Signed Photo. A b&w 8" x 10" photo of the late Soul singer, inscribed "Respect" and signed by him in black ink. In Excellent condition, matted and framed to an overall size of 11" x 13.5". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Autographs from 1964. This nondescript page from a small-format pocket notebook features the signatures of Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts in blue ink, obtained by a 15-year-old fan after a performance at the Gaumont Theatre in Southampton in 1964. A great set of signatures from the band's early days, featuring their classic lineup, made even more desirable by the rare signature of the late Jones. The page is In Very Fine condition with a few small areas of discoloration, mild overall toning, a horizontal fold crease that runs through Wyman's signature, and some tearing along the right edge from being removed from the notebook. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Band-Signed Set List. A set list from the band's November 12, 2002, performance at the Oakland Coliseum (part of their Licks World Tour 2002-2003), inscribed to saxophone player Bobby Keys' wife and signed by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ron Wood, and Bernard Fowler in blue ink. From the Bobby Keys Collection. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Tour Memorabilia. Includes a green sport coat with Voodoo Lounge Golf Team/Lips logo, a golf divot tool/keychain with Bridges to Babylon Tour/Lips logo, and a Russian tour t-shirt. Items are in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Golf-Themed Memorabilia Items. Includes a pair of Voodoo Lounge Golf Team club covers, two Rolling Stones/Voodoo Lounge Golf Team knit sweaters, and a painted Rolling Stones cast iron lips logo sculpture with stand. Items are in overall Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones - A Bigger Bang Tour Memorabilia. Set of Rolling Stones/Bigger Bang-themed items includes one bowling shirt, one toy semi truck, three leather luggage tags, two band entourage backstage passes, and two band itinerary books. In Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Tour Itineraries and Memorabilia, 1997-2007. Includes a leather document portfolio monogrammed "B.K." and embossed with the Stones' lips logo, containing tour itinerary sheets and setlists from the band's Bridges to Babylon, Forty Licks, and A Bigger Bang tours, plus Russian and Japanese tour t-shirts. "B.K." is Bobby Keys, longtime Stones saxophone player. Items are in very Fine to Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones - Ron Wood Handwritten Lyrics. A sheet of composition paper folded in half with song lyrics for "Far East Man", "Act Together", and "Groovin You" handwritten by the Rolling Stones guitarist in pencil. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some mild tanning, creasing, and wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Related - Silk Screen Print by Ronnie Wood. A 38" x 27" silk screen print titled B-Stage, #33 in a limited edition of 35 by Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood, signed by him in the lower right corner. A graduate of Ealing Art College, Wood's paintings, drawings, and prints have been exhibited worldwide. In Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Related - Ronnie Wood Inscribed and Signed Silk Screen Print. A 24" x 38" silk screen print titled Big Bang, #7 in a limited edition of 10 by Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood. this particular print has been inscribed "Bobby let's get blown away -- Here's to a new start" and signed "Ronnie + Jo" by him in the lower right corner. "Bobby" is long-time Rolling Stones sax player Bobby Keys, and "Jo" is Wood's second wife, Jo Karslake Wood, from whom he recently separated. A graduate of Ealing Art College, Wood's paintings, drawings, and prints have been exhibited worldwide. In Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Related - Signed Copy of a Duke Ellington Drawing by Ron Wood. An 8.5" x 11" photocopy of a sketch of the iconic Jazz bandleader as drawn by Stones guitarist Ron Wood, inscribed signed along the bottom edge by Wood in black felt tip. In Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Related - Bobby Keys Sketch by Ron Wood. A 8.5" x 11" pencil sketch of the Rolling Stones' tour saxophone player drawn by Stones guitarist Ron Wood and inscribed "Mr. Keys by Mr. Wood/Tokyo 1990" by him in pencil. In Excellent condition, matted and framed to 12.5" x 15.5". From the Bobby Keys Collection. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
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Rolling Stones Related - Bobby Keys' Baritone Saxophone with Stones Memorabilia. A member of one of the '70s most in-demand horn sections, sax player Bobby Keys has toured with some of Rock's biggest names and appeared on albums by the Who, the Rolling Stones, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Marvin Gaye, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and others. As the main saxophone player for the Stones, he has played on every album from 1969 until 1974 and from 1980 to present, and performed on all their tours since 1970. This Selmer 80 baritone saxophone (serial number N366235) was used by Keys on many of those gigs and thus seen a lot of action, and it is accompanied by a number of Stones-related items to prove it. Included is a fax copy of the band's backline manifest listing Keys' saxophones used on the 2004 tour (including this one), a Japanese tour t-shirt, two stickers, and eight guitar picks featuring the band's Lips logo. The sax is in Very Fine condition with some wear from regular use, and is accompanied by a hardshell case; the other items are in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Related - Bobby Keys' Tenor Saxophone with Stones Memorabilia. Sax player Bobby Keys' resume lists far more than his association with the Rolling Stones, although that itself places him in special company. He's played with the Stones on every album from 1969 to 1974, from 1980 to present, and on all the band's tours since 1970. He's also worked with the likes of the Who, George Harrison, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Marvin Gaye, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and others. This Selmer MKVI tenor saxophone (serial number M163920) was used by Keys on many of those gigs, as the number of Stones-related items accompanying the offering attest. Included is a fax copy of the band's backline manifest listing Keys' saxophones used on the 2004 tour (including this one), a Russian tour t-shirt, two stickers, and nine guitar picks featuring the band's Lips logo. The sax is in Very Fine condition with some wear from regular use, and is accompanied by a softpack case; the other items are in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
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David Lee Roth Worn Gold and Rhinestone Derby, Signed. The gold lamé and rhinestone derby from the "Just a Gigolo" video. On the top of the Derby, Roth has signed "David Lee Roth, Just a Gigalo [sic], 85-92". In Very Fine condition with the upper row of rhinestones coming loose from derby.
John Sebastian Worn Sports Jacket. An orange and white Jack Sobel seersucker jacket worn by John Sebastian, founder of the Lovin' Spoonful. In Very Fine condition, inscribed to the left inside pocket "Thanks, you did good! Jack Sebastian" and accompanied by two signed CDs; Do You Believe in Magic and Daydream. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Sex Pistols Band-Signed Photo. Although their career lasted just two-and-a-half years and yielded only four singles and one studio album, the Sex Pistols nevertheless had an impact large enough that they are now regarded as one of the most influential bands in the history of popular music. This b&w 11" x 14" photo is signed by Johnny Rotten, Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and original bassist Glen Matlock in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Frank Sinatra Signed Columbia Records Agreement. A two-page royalties agreement on Columbia letterhead, dated June 1, 1958, and signed by Sinatra on the second page in blue ink. At the time this was signed, Sinatra had spent the past few years revamping his career after a brief downturn in the late '40s. Release of the LPs In the Wee Small Hours and Songs for Swingin' Lovers, as well as strong performances in From Here to Eternity and The Man With the Golden Arm, had helped restore his popularity. The contract is in Very Fine condition with missing top left corners and some tearing and punch holes to the left edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Grace Slick Kiss The Sky Jimi Hendrix Limited Giclee 276/300 (2002). A beautiful, colorful giclee on canvas of Jimi's face, peering at us through the clouds, as painted and signed by his friend Grace Slick, who is best remembered for her days as lead singer for the Jefferson Airplane. Image area is approximately 20" x 25.5", and the canvas print is professionally framed to an overall size of 32" x 37". Excellent condition.
Steely Dan Band-Signed Guitar Pick Guard. A white plastic guitar pick guard for a standard-sized Fender Telecaster, signed by Donald Fagan and Walter Becker in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Animals Production Photo Group (1977). This lot includes a 9.5" x 7.5" montage of four identical b&w photo prints (two mirror images) of the floating pig and smokestacks, plus an original 5" x 4" b&w print looking up at the pig between two stacks, marked as "Label Art". These were produced for the CD reissue of Animals, using the same photos, but new layouts. From the files of designer Storm Thorgerson. In Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd A Momentary Lapse of Reason Album Cover Photo and Contact Sheet (1987). Ever wonder if all the beds that make up the cover to this Pink Floyd album were real, or just created with computer trickery? They were real, as this incredible photo and contact sheet shows, with a line of made hospital-style beds stretching down a beach as far as the eye can see. The color print, on photographic paper, comes from the original shoot, and is accompanied by a separate piece of paper, written "Use tanning beds with tide in", and the b&w contact sheet includes 29 images from the photo shoot; three images are marked with white china marker. Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Middle Eight Series Album Cover Fine Art Print Set. Amazing and unique collection of eight oversized, high-quality silkscreen/giclee prints personally chosen by Storm, including: Muse, Absolution (23.75" x 19", 99/100); the Mars Volta, Coma (19" x 22", 12/100); Deepest Blue, Late September (19" x 19", 121/375); Gentleman Without Weapons, Transmissions (19" x 19", 80/100); the Mars Volta, Televators (19" x 19", 96/100); Ellis, Beggs & Howard, Homelands (19" x 19", 16/60); Audioslave, Audioslave (25.5" x 17", 69/99); and Pink Floyd, Interstellar Overdrive (19" x 22", 64/100). Each print is on heavy art paper, and is signed and numbered in pencil by Storm Thorgerson, along with his logo and thumbprint impression on each. All are in Excellent condition, ready to frame and enjoy. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson/Hipgnosis Classic Covers Fine Art Print Set. High-quality silkscreen and giclee prints of three well-known album covers designed by the British art collective, Hipgnosis, are featured in this unique set. Beautiful art prints of Black Sabbath's 1976 Technical Ecstasy (AP 3/20), Led Zeppelin's 1979 In Through the Out Door (12/500), and everyone's favorite, Pink Floyd's 1973 classic Dark Side of the Moon (185/295) are each signed by photographer Storm Thorgerson and graphic designer Aubrey Powell, the two original founders of Hipgnosis. The Technical Ecstasy and In Through the Out Door prints have an image area of approximately 19.5" x 19.5", while the Dark Side of the Moon has an image approximately 19" x 19". All three were personally chosen by the artists, with added hand-drawn pyramids and Storm's thumbprints, and are in Excellent condition, printed on heavy art paper. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson/Hipgnosis Nine Series Album Cover Fine Art Print Set. Nine Rock album cover high-quality silkscreen/giclee prints by the award-winning team of Storm Thorgerson and Aubrey "Po" Powell, aka Hipgnosis, make up this unique set. These highly stylized covers made an impression on just about anyone that saw them, and their list of clients included some of the best and most innovative Rock acts in England. This group includes high-quality art prints of: Peter Gabriel, Peter Gabriel I ("Car"); 10CC, Look Hear?; Genesis, Lamb Lies Down (on Broadway); the Nice, Elegy; Pink Floyd, (A Collection of Great) Dance Songs; Ashra, Correlations; Styx, Pieces of Eight; UFO, Phenomenon; and Yes, Going For the One. Image size on each varies from 19.5" x 19.5" to double spreads of 25" x 12.5" to 40" x 13.25", all on large pieces of heavy art paper. This set of nine prints each features a hand drawn letter which spell out "HIPGNOSIS" when lined up together, all signed by both Thorgerson and Powell, and further customized with a "cat and mouse" stamp, the original logo of Hipgnosis. The prints are in Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Dogs Theatre Poster Original Photo Print (Lumiére & Son, 1976). This snarling photographic image with airbrush highlights was used on the poster for a theatrical play, produced by the British Lumiére and Son company, which originally formed in 1973. The image area measures approximately 11.5" x 13.75", and is in Excellent condition; it has been signed on the back side by Storm. The back also is from the original Hipgnosis era, with a rubber stamped logo. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Animals Concept Original Art (1977) This early conceptual piece for the classic Pink Floyd album finds a youngster clutching a teddy bear walking in on an couple caught in a passionate moment. This concept of innocence and "animals" engaged in primal sex was ultimately rejected by the band. The art is in graphite and colored pencil on bristol, with an image area of approximately 9" x 9". Signed by Storm Thorgerson. Other than a tear and a piece of tape along the top edge border, in Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson/Hipgnosis Sad Café Misplaced Ideals Magazine Ad Art Photo (RCA, 1978). A bizarre image created by Storm of a young man who seems to be pulling off his face, only to reveal another beneath his skin. It was created for the second album by Sad Café, the band fronted by Paul Young (of Mike and the Mechanics fame). This is the original "back in the day" black and white photo, treated with airbrush, that was used for a print ad. It features an image area of approximately 11.25" x 14.5", and is in Excellent condition. It's signed on the back by Storm, and features the Hipgnosis stamp. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson/Hipgnosis Paul McCartney and Wings Getting Closer Record Sleeve Hand-Tinted Photo Original Art (EMI, 1979). It's not every day one might see someone walking his pet lobster down the street, but that's the image used for the final Wings single, Getting Closer. For a song with the repeated lyric "...my salamander", perhaps it's quite appropriate to picture another aquatic creature such as our crusty red friend on the leash. This image was supposedly picked from a collection of "unsold ideas" from the Hipgnosis crew; Storm himself remembered the image as simply a joke that appealed to Sir Paul. The use of a hand-colored photo print was typical of the way Hipgnosis would heighten the surreal nature of their images. The image area is approximately 11.5" x 7.5", and is in Excellent condition. It comes mounted on the original illustration board, with a flap bearing an EMI mailing label and Hipgnosis stamp. The back of the board has been signed by Storm. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson/Hipgnosis Smallcreep's Day Single Sleeve Original Production Art (Charisma, 1980). For this 45 sleeve, taken from Mike Rutherford's (Genesis) solo album, artist Storm Thorgerson developed a photo of Rutherford by splashing the chemical fixative on selective spots on the print paper. The result was somewhat like looking into one's reflection in a spill. This unusual technique was typical of the approach Hipgnosis took to designing some of the most provocative record cover designs ever. This is the original "Back in the day" print used for the sleeve, and includes an overlay with the record company logo and stock number. The image area measures approximately 9" x 9", and is in Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Marooned Photo Print Original Art (EMI, 1994). For Pink Floyd's last studio album, The Division Bell, Storm Thorgerson created a number of outstanding designs, all based around the concept of people talking to one another, a major theme of the music. From the album's cover image (two abstract sculpted heads, mouths open and facing each other) to the booklet images created for individual songs, this theme is repeated. Here's the original photographic print used for the song "Marooned", showing two swirling red sand figures. The print is approximately 10" x 9.75". mounted to illustration board with an acetate overlay, and is in Excellent condition. Storm Thorgerson has signed the piece alongside the photo. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Pulse CD Cover "Eyeball" Concept Sketch (1995). Pink Floyd's double live CD, Pulse (or, P*U*L*S*E) featured an intricate "progression eye" cover design by Storm Thorgerson. Here is an original concept sketch of "seeing the universe of Pink Floyd reflected in the eye of a fan at a live show", rendered in colored pencil on paper measuring approximately 7" x 7", and signed on the back by Thorgerson. Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Pulse Tour Stage Show Preliminary Original Art (1995). Storm's original storyboards for films created to shown on a large circular projection behind the band, during Pink Floyd's stage show. These are for the song "Have a Cigar", and include two pages of drawings. Storm was initially trained as a film director at the Royal College of Art. Both feature six panel drawings with notes, done in graphite pencil on white paper. The art image size is approximately 14" x 8.5". Both pages are in Excellent condition,and have been signed in ink by Storm Thorgerson. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Bodies Series Album Cover Fine Art Print Set. Set of six wonderfully imaginative cover designs, all produced as high-quality art silkscreen/giclee prints, each signed and numbered by Storm Thorgerson. This unique set was chosen by Storm to represent his later work on "bodies"; it also reflects his interests in "real" constructions of ballet dances creating a formation underwater, a giant metal ball built for Anthrax, and a surreal eye shipped to and photographed in Monument Valley. Prints include: the Cranberries, Bury the Hatchet (image size 19" x 19", 11/125); Catherine Wheel, Adam and Eve (18.75" x 21", 107/125); Anthrax, Stomp 442 (19" x 20", 14/125); Pink Floyd, Back Catalogue (promotion art, 26.5" x 17", proof copy); Catherine Wheel, Chrome (19" x 21", 103/125); and Pink Floyd, Eye to Eye (25" x 17", 121/125). Each print is on high-quality heavy art paper, each with logo stamps and thumbprints, all in Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Echoes: the Best of Pink Floyd Concept Sketch Group (2001). Three sketches for actual sets that were built and photographed in locations around Cambridge where Pink Floyd members grew up for the band's 2001 compilation album - from the studio of longtime Pink Floyd art director Storm Thorgerson. Rather than interior sets with studio flats, these were done outside, with trapezoidal cut out windows to distort perspective and add to the visual illusion of frames within frames. The first sketch introduces the concept of pictures within the picture, a trend Storm utilized back in 1969 for the album Ummagumma; it's pencil on the back of a photocopied piece of unrelated art, with an image size of approximately 6.50" x 6.75". The second piece, also in graphite pencil, combines the first idea with the concept of images taken from previous Floyd albums; it has an image area of approximately 7.5" x 7.5". The final piece is in colored pencil on photocopied line art, and expands the concept with an M.C. Escher twist, as each window opens to a gravity-defying different point of view. All the objects have significance to Pink Floyd, the hammers from The Wall, Burning Man from Wish You Were Here, the cow from Atom Heart Mother, all from the band's visual past. All three pieces, each signed by Thorgerson, are in Excellent condition, and would be prized possessions for any fan of the band. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Storm Thorgerson Pink Floyd Interstellar Paris Exhibition Concept Sketch (2003). Two large globes representing eyeballs atop one another, featuring swirling markings are shown in the woods of Granchester Meadows, in this graphite on paper concept sketch. This design was originally created by Storm for the Pink Floyd exhibition in Paris, and was inspired by the Pulse mirrored globes, used for the DVD cover. The image is approximately 7.5" x 7.5", and the art is signed by Thorgerson. In Excellent condition. From the Storm Thorgerson Collection.
Ernest Tubb's Gold Tiffany Cuff Links. A striking pair of 18k gold Tiffany cufflinks owned and worn by the Texas Troubadour, one of the pioneers of Country music. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild tarnishing and wear. The Italian-made cufflinks are accompanied by their original storage box.
Tom Waits Handwritten "Wrong Side of the Road" Lyrics. An 8.5" x 11" sheet of Tropicana Motor Hotel stationery with partial lyrics to "Wrong Side of the Road" handwritten on it by Waits in blue ink and changes made by him in black. The song was released in on Waits' 1978 LP, Blue Valentine. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some soiling, discoloration, and wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dinah Washington Signed Contract. A single-page agreement on Columbia Records letterhead, dated October 4, 1951, signed by Washington in blue ink. The agreement mutually terminated her contract with the label. Washington had previously been signed to Mercury Records, but felt that her contract had been violated, and subsequently signed with Columbia. After much legal wrangling, she was forced to sign this document and return to Mercury. The document is in Very Fine condition with mild edge wear and staple and file holes to the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Who Related - John Entwistle Signed Poster. An 18" x 24" poster advertising a 2000 art exhibit of works by Entwistle in Fort Collins, Colorado, signed in the lower right corner by the late Who bassist in red felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Who Generations Original Artwork by John Entwistle. A 20" x 14" serigraph derived from original artwork by the Who bassist, #71 in a limited edition of 350 numbered and signed by Entwistle. In Excellent condition, matted and framed to an overall size of 27" x 21". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Woodstock Unused Ticket, Passes, and Photos. Something that is often forgotten about the legendary Woodstock festival is that it began as a profit-making venture (unlike the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967, whose profits were intended for charity) and that it only became a free festival after the concert drew hundreds of thousands more people than the organizers had prepared for, resulting in torn-down entry gates. Still, tickets were sold, and featured here are four unused three-day passes and one unused ticket for the Saturday, August 16, 1969, performances. All are in Excellent condition and are accompanied by three color snapshots from the event.
The Yardbirds 1965 Performance Agreement for Eric Clapton's Last Show with Them. A performance contract dated February 23, 1965, engaging the Yardbirds for a March 13 performance at Loughborough College in Leicester, signed by manager Giorgio Gomelsky in purple ink. It was around this time the band released the single "For Your Love" and moved away from Blues Rock and closer to Pop, both of which contributed to Eric Clapton's leaving the group in mid-March 1965 -- making this performance one of his last with the band. (His replacement, Jeff Beck, began performing with the group on March 25, 1965.) In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Various Signed Music Contracts Archive, 1968. A collection of more than 40 signed contracts, dates ranging from March 7 to August 14, 1968, for various performances at the Kaleidoscope in Hollywood, California, signed by members of such groups as Genesis, Canned Heat, Moby Grape, the Hook, Fraternity of Man, Them, Group Therapy, Rhinoceros, and others. In overall Very Fine condition with mild wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
AC/DC Band-Signed Guitar. A black Galveston electric guitar with the band's logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Angus Young, Malcolm Young, and Brian Johnson in blue felt tip, and by Cliff Williams and Chris Slade in black. In Excellent condition with some light smudging to Johnson's autograph. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Band of Gypsys Signed Guitar. A black Signature Series electric guitar with band logo on the body, signed by Billy Cox and Buddy Miles in blue felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Jon Bon Jovi Signed Guitar. A New York Pro electric guitar with vintage sunburst finish and Bon Jovi logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Bon Jovi in black felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Booker T. and the M.G.'s Band-Signed Guitar. A New York Pro electric guitar with sunburst finish, signed in black felt tip on the body by Duck Dunn and Willie Hall (adding "Best Wishes/Booker T. and the M.G.'s") and on the pick guard by Booker T. Jones and Steve Cropper. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Cheech and Chong Signed Guitar. A green-and white Hemp Leaf acoustic guitar signed by Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong in blue felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Alice Cooper Signed Guitar. A blonde Galveston electric guitar with Alice Cooper logo and likeness printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Cooper in black felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Miley Cyrus Signed Guitar A black New York Pro electric guitar with Hannah Montana logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Cyrus in black felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Doors Band-Signed Guitar. A white Signature Series electric guitar with Doors logo, signed on the pick guard by Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek, and John Densmore. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Electric Light Orchestra Guitar Signed by Jeff Lynne A New York Pro guitar with natural finish and an ELO logo on the body, signed on the pick guard by Lynne in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Foreigner Band-Signed Guitar. A black New York Pro electric guitar with band logo on the body, signed on the pick guard by Kelly Hansen, Mick Jones, Jeff Pilson, Michael Blustein, Jason Bonham, and Tom Gimbell in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Guns 'N' Roses Band-Signed Guitar. A white Signature Series electric guitar with GNR logo printed on the body, signed on the mother-of-pearl pick guard by Axl Rose, Slash, Izzy Stradlin, Duff McKagan, and Steven Adler in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition, though with a slight smudge to Slash's signature. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Arlo Guthrie Signed Guitar. A black Autograph Pros electric guitar signed by the Folk music icon in black felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Heart - Ann and Nancy Wilson Signed Guitar. A red Galveston electric guitar with Heart band logo, signed on the pick guard by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Michael Jackson Signed Guitar. A black Galveston electric guitar with Jackson logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by the King of Pop in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Jonas Brothers Signed Guitar. A black New York Pro electric guitar with Jonas Brothers logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Kevin, Nick, and Joe Jonas in black and blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Kiss Related - Gene Simmons Signed Limited Edition Axe Guitar. A limited edition battle axe-shaped guitar, #174 in a limited edition of 1,000 hand-numbered and signed by KISS bassist Gene Simmons. In Excellent condition, accompanied by a hardshell case. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lovin' Spoonful Band-Signed Guitar. A white Signature Series electric guitar inscribed "What a day for a daydream/Best Wishes" and signed by Steve Boone and Jerry Lester (adding "Lovin' Spoonful") on the body in blue felt tip, and on the pick guard by Joe Butler and John Sebastian. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Lynyrd Skynyrd Band-Signed Guitar. A Eleca model DAG-5-Rebel acoustic guitar with Confederate flag motif, signed on the body by Artimus Pyle and Bob Burns in black felt tip and on the pick guard by Gary Rossington, Ed King, and Billy Powell in black. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Metallica Band-Signed Guitar. A black Galveston electric guitar with band logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, and Robert Trujillo in blue felt tip and by Kirk Hammett in black. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Mötley Crüe Band-Signed Guitar. A black New York Pro electric guitar with band logo on the body, signed by Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Nikki Sixx, and Tommy Lee in blue felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Les Paul Signed Guitar. A black Epiphone Junior electric guitar with Les Paul's name printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by the guitar legend in silver felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Lou Reed Signed Guitar. A black Autograph Pros electric guitar signed by Reed in blue felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rolling Stones Related - Keith Richards Signed Guitar. A white Signature Series electric guitar with Rolling Stones lips logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Richards in black felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Percy Sledge Signed Guitar. A black Gibson Epiphone Junior electric guitar, beautifully inscribed "When a Man Loves a Woman" and signed by the R&B legend in silver felt tip. In Excellent condition, accompanied by two color snapshots from the signing. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stephen Stills Signed Guitar. A red Autograph Pros electric guitar signed by Stills in silver felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
George Strait Signed Guitar. A Galveston electric guitar with vintage sunburst finish and Strait's logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by the Country star in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Supremes Signed Guitar. A pink Indiana electric guitar signed by Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, and Cindy Birdsong in blue felt tip on the pickguard. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Ventures Band-Signed Guitar. A Galveston electric guitar with sunburst finish and a Ventures logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by Nokie Edwards, Bob Spalding, Leon Taylor, and Don Wilson (adding "The Ventures") in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Johnny Winter Signed Guitar. A white Signature Series electric guitar with Winter logo printed on the body, signed on the pick guard by the Blues legend in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Woodstock Performers Signed Drumhead. A 14" drumhead signed in black and blue felt tip by 19 musicians who performed at the legendary music festival, including Arlo Guthrie, Levon Helm, Marty Balin, Stephen Stills, Johnny Winter, Pete Townshend, and members of Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead, Sha Na Na, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Canned Heat, Ten Years After, and the Butterfield Blues Band. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Zombies Band-Signed Guitar. A black Autograph Pros electric guitar signed by original bandmembers Colin Blunstone and Paul Atkinson, and by bassist Jim Rodford (former Kinks member and the cousin of original bandmember Rod Argent), who joined the band in 2000. In overall Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Aerosmith's Greatest Hits RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Asylum Records to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the band's 1980 greatest hits LP, their best-selling album to date (it achieved Diamond status in 2001). Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Allman Brothers Band Win, Lose or Draw RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the band's 1975 LP, their last major work until the late '80s. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Average White Band "Pick Up the Pieces" RIAA Gold Single Award. Issued in acknowledgment the sale of more than one million copies of AWB's 1974 single, their most successful song. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Best of the Beach Boys - Vol. 2 RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the 1967 greatest hits LP. It was quickly compiled by Capitol after Brian Wilson announced the shelving of the infamous Smile. Although it initially flopped in the US, only reaching #50 on the charts, it would go on to sell more than two million copies worldwide. The award is framed to 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Bread Lost Without Your Love RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the group's 1977 LP, their final studio album. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 16" x 20" and in Very Fine condition.
Brothers Johnson Blam! RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to A&M Records in honor of the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Funk duo's 1978 LP. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition with some discoloration to the disc.
Jackson Browne Running On Empty RIAA Platinum Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of Browne's 1977 live album, which has gone platinum an impressive seven times since its release. Features a mounted platinum disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Lou Christie's "Lightnin' Strikes" RIAA Gold Single Award. Presented to Christie in acknowledgement of the sale of more than one million copies of his 1966 hit single, which reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Joe Cocker With a Little Help From My Friends RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to songwriter Chris Stainton in honor of the sale of more than $1 million dollars worth of Cocker's 1969 debut album. A member of Cocker's Grease Band, Stainton co-wrote a number of tracks on the album (including the single "Marjorine") and also provided keyboard, organ, and bass tracks throughout. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 16" x 20" and in Very Fine condition with some wear to the frame and spot tarnishing to the disc.
The Doors L.A. Woman RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Elektra Records to commemorate the sale of more than $1 million worth of the Doors' 1971 LP, their sixth and final album, released just three months prior to the death of Jim Morrison. Features a white background mat and mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Bob Dylan Blood On the Tracks RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Columbia Records to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Dylan's 1975 LP, which reached #1 on the Billboard charts and ranks #16 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 16.75" x 20.75" and in Excellent condition.
Eagles Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975 RIAA Platinum Album Award. Presented to Asylum Records to commemorate the sale of more than one million copies of the band's 1976 greatest hits LP. As of this year, it has gone platinum 29 times, making it the all-time best-selling album in the US, and the third-best worldwide behind Michael Jackson's Thriller and AC/DC's Back in Black. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Firefall Elan RIAA Platinum Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of the group's 1978 release. Features a mounted silver disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Grass Roots "Sooner or Later" Gold Single Award. In-house gold single award presented to super sessionman, drummer Hal Blaine by songwriter, producer, and group co-founder Steve Barri. The award measures 12" x 12" and is in Excellent condition.
The Grateful Dead Without a Net RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to producer Clive Davis in acknowledgement of the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Dead's 1990 concert LP. The award features a mounted gold tone disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 18.25" x 22" and is in Excellent condition.
Al Green Explores Your Mind Gold Album Award. An in-house gold album award commemorating the sale of more than $1 million worth of Green's 1974 LP. The album featured the hit single "Take Me to the River", ranked #117 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. In Very Fine condition with some mild wear.
Hall & Oates Abandoned Luncheonette RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Atlantic Records to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the duo's 1973 LP, their first gold album (it went platinum three decades later). Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
The Hollies "Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress)" RIAA Gold Single Award. Issued for the sale of more than one million copies of the Hollies' 1972 single, their most successful one in the US. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Elton John Tumbleweed Connection RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to talent agent Lew Wasserman in commemoration of the sale of more than $1 million worth of Elton John's 1971 LP, the singer's third studio recording. A loose concept album about the American West, it was listed as #463 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The award measures 17" x 21" and is in Very Fine condition with some wear to the frame.
Journey Escape RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the band's 1981 LP. One of their best-selling albums, it yielded the hit singles "Don't Stop Believin' ", "Who's Crying Now", and "Open Arms". The award is framed to 17.5" x 21.5" and in Excellent condition.
Chaka Khan & Rufus Street Player RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the 1978 R&B/Funk LP (Chaka Khan launched her solo career with the single "I'm Every Woman" shortly after the release of this LP). Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
KISS "Beth" RIAA Gold Single Award. Presented to Casablanca Records to commemorate the sale of more than one million copies of Kiss' 1976 single. To date, it's their highest-charting single, reaching #7 on the Billboard charts. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
KISS Ace Frehley RIAA Gold Album Award. One of four solo albums released by the members of KISS in September 1978, guitarist Ace Frehley's LP went gold in a matter of days, and earned platinum status in just two weeks. This gold album award was presented to Dick Weidenbaum to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the LP, and is in Very Fine condition with some discoloration to the disc.
KISS Unmasked RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Casablanca Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of 500,000 copies of the band's 1980 LP. Their eighth studio album, it was also the last to feature the original lineup until the release of Psycho Circus in 1998. The award is framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition with some wear to the frame.
Labelle Nightbirds RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the group's 1974 R&B album. The LP is ranked #272 on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list, and features the popular single "Lady Marmalade". Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Led Zeppelin II RIAA Gold Album Award. The band's first album to reach #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, Led Zeppelin II solidified Led Zep's signature sound. It sold more than 500,000 copies in its first year of release, and since then has gone platinum 12 times. This RIAA award was presented to Atlantic Records to commemorate the sale of more than $1 million dollars worth of the LP. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5", and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Loggins and Messina RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Columbia Records for the sale of more than 500,000 copies of duo's eponymous 1972 release. Features a white background mat and mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Looking Glass "Brandy" RIAA Gold Single Award. Issued for the sale of more than one million copies of the band's only #1 single, the award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Fine to Very Fine condition with some moisture damage along the bottom edge of the mat.
Joni Mitchell Hejira RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Mitchell's 1976 LP, now considered one of the benchmarks of her career. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Van Morrison Moondance RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Morrison's 1970 solo LP. The album was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999, and it ranks #65 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Ozzy Osborne's Blizzard of Ozz RIAA Multi-Platinum Album Award. Presented to Ozzy in acknowledgement of the sale of more than four million copies of his 1980 LP. His first solo album, it features the classic tracks "Crazy Train", "Suicide Solution", and "Mr. Crowley". The award features a mounted silver tone disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 19.5" x 24.25" and in Excellent condition.
Pablo Cruise Worlds Away RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to concert promoter/ media personality David Gest, Liza Minnelli's future husband, in acknowledgment of the sale of more than 500,000 of Pablo Cruise's 1978 album, the band's most successful release. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Parliament Mothership Connection RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Philadelphia DJ Georgie Woods to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Funk group's 1975 LP. Often rated as one of their best, the album features the tracks "P-Funk", "Mothership Connection", and "Give Up the Funk". Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 16.75" x 20.75" and in Very Fine condition.
The Raiders "Indian Reservation" RIAA Gold Single Award. Presented to Columbia Records to commemorate the sale of more than one million copies of the Raiders' 1971 single, their only #1 charting single. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Rolling Stones - Mick Jagger's Let It Bleed RIAA Gold Album Award Presented to Mick Jagger. Released in 1969 shortly after the Stones' American Tour, Let It Bleed was recorded under tense circumstances owing to the remainder of the band's increasing inability to work with Brian Jones. The guitarist was fired by the band in June of that year, and was dead less than a month later. Released the following November, it represents the end of an era for the band. This award was presented to Jagger to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the LP (it's since gone multi-platinum). It features a white background mat and mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Rolling Stones - Bobby Keys' Let It Bleed RIAA Platinum Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of the Stones' 1969 LP, their follow-up to Beggar's Banquet. It went double-platinum in October 1989, just a week before their then-latest release Steel Wheels earned its first platinum award. Features a mounted silver disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Hot Rocks Gold Album Award. An in-house gold album award commemorating the sale of more than $1 million worth of the Stones' 1971 greatest hits LP. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear to the album and a large ding to the bottom right corner of the metal plaque.
Rolling Stones Bobby Keys' Sticky Fingers RIAA Platinum Album Award. Presented to the Stones' sax player, Bobby Keys, in commemoration of the sale of more than one million copies of the 1971 LP, which yielded the singles "Brown Sugar" and "Wild Horses" and is ranked #63 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Features a mounted silver disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Exile on Main St. RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than $1 million worth of the Stones' 1972 double LP. Greeted with lukewarm approval at first, the album is now considered one of their best from that era, and took the #7 spot on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. Features a white background mat and mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Rolling Stones - Bobby Keys' Goats Head Soup RIAA Platinum Album Award For the sale of more than one million copies of the 1973 LP, which yielded the hit single "Angie". Features a mounted silver disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones - Bobby Keys'Emotional Rescue RIAA Platinum Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of the Stones' 1980 LP, at the time their first UK #1 since 1973's Goats Head Soup (it has since gone double-platinum). Features a mounted silver disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Rolling Stones Related - Keith Richards Talk Is Cheap RIAA Gold Album Award, Presented to Bobby Keys. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Richards' 1988 solo LP, his first, produced after a brief personal and creative fallout with Mick Jagger. The award was presented to Rolling Stones sax player Bobby Keys, who performed on two of the album's tracks. It features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition. From the Bobby Keys Collection.
Paul Simon "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" In-House Gold Single Award. For the sale of more than one million copies of Simon's 1975 single, which reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and held it for three weeks. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Sly and the Family Stone "Everyday People" Gold Single Award. In-house award presented to the Bill Drake Organization to in recognition of their part in the sale of more than one million copies of the Family Stones' chart-topping 1968 single. The award features a mounted gold disc on a 13" x 17" wood plaque, in Very Fine condition.
Sly and the Family Stone Fresh RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of more than $1 million worth of the Funk group's 1973 LP. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and in Very Fine condition.
Phoebe Snow RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the eponymous 1974 debut album by the singer. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Bruce Springsteen Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. RIAA Platinum Album Award. For the sale of more than one million copies of Springsteen's 1973 debut LP, which ranks #379 on Rolling Stone magazine's 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. Features a mounted silver-tone disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Billy Squier Don't Say No Platinum Album Award. For the sale of more than one million copies of Squier's 1981 sophomore LP. Framed to an overall size of 17.25" x 21.25" and in Excellent condition.
Steely Dan Countdown to Ecstasy RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the group's 1973 sophomore LP, which included the single "My Old School". Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 16.75" x 21" and in Very Fine condition with some mild wear to the frame.
Steely Dan Royal Scam RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the band's 1976 LP. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition with some tarnishing to the disc.
Cat Stevens Mona Bone Jakon RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Stevens' 1970 LP. It didn't chart on Billboard's Top 200 until the 1971 breakthrough album Tea for the Tillerman put Stevens on the Pop music map. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Cat Stevens Numbers RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to A&M Records to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Stevens' 1975 concept album. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Stephen Stills & Manassas Manassas RIAA Gold Album Award. For the sale of 500,000 copies of the 1972 double album by Stephen Stills' side project. Stills considers the album to be his finest work, and it stands as one of his most highly regarded solo recordings. The award is framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and in Very Fine condition with some wear to the frame.
The Stills-Young Band Long May You Run RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Reprise Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of 1976 LP by Stephen Stills and Neil Young. The award is framed to 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Three Dog Night Suitable For Framing RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented in acknowledgement of the sale of more than $1 million worth of the group's 1969 sophomore release. The award is framed to 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Three Dog Night "Joy to the World" RIAA Gold Single Award. Presented to bassist Joe Schermie to commemorate the sale of more than one million copies of the band's 1971 single. Written by Hoyt Axton, it quickly reached the #1 spot on the Billboard charts (it was Billboard magazine's top single of the year). The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Van Halen RIAA Platinum Album Award. Released in February 1978, Van Halen has sold more than ten million copies in the U.S. alone, making it one of the most successful debuts by a Hard Rock band. Combined with 1984, it gives Van Halen two original LPs with Diamond sales status. This award, presented to Warner Bros. Records, commemorates the sale of more than one million copies of the album. It features a mounted platinum disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition with some wear to the frame.
Van Halen 1984 RIAA Platinum Album Award. Along with their self-titled debut, they were the only albums in the group's illustrious history to sell 10 million copies. Arguably the group's most popular album ever, 1984 yielded a slew of hit singles ("Jump", "Panama", "I'll Wait", and "Hot for Teacher"), but could only #2 on the Billboard charts -- at the time, Michael Jackson's Thriller was firmly entrenched at #1 and ironically featured a guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen on "Beat It"). This RIAA platinum award acknowledges the sale of more than one million copies of the LP. The award is framed to 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Warner Brothers Records "Dream Weaver" ASCAP Award. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers award presented to Warner Brothers in recognition of the success of Gary Wright's hit single. The plaque measures 10.5" x 16" and is in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Barry White "It's Ecstasy" Gold Single Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of White's single "It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next Me" from his 1977 LP Barry White Sings For Someone You Love. Framed to an overall size of 12.5" x 15.5" and in Excellent condition.
The Who's Quadrophenia RIAA Gold Album Award. One of the Who's great concept albums, the 1973 double LP Quadrophenia hit #2 on both the US and UK charts. This gold album award was presented to the band to commemorate the sale of more than $1 million worth of LP. It features a white background mat and a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Bill Withers "Lean On Me" RIAA Gold Single Award. Commemorating the sale of more than one million copies of Withers classic 1972 single, ranked #205 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest songs of all time. The award features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque, framed to an overall size of 13" x 17" and in Very Fine condition.
Neil Young Decade RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Young's 1977 triple album compilation LP, often considered one of the best examples of a career retrospective release. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
Paul Anka Acetate Group of 14. Here are 14 acetates of mostly unreleased singles from one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters of the early Rock 'n' Roll era. Included are 10 7" acetates, three 8" acetates, and a 10" acetate. For additional images, listings, and grades, go to HA.com. From the GRT Collection.
Annette LP Group of 4 (Buena Vista 1959-64). Stellar copies of albums released by America's Sweetheart Annette Funicello during her glory years of 1959-64, including her first album Annette (3301, 1959) in EX 7/NM 8; The Story of My Teens, an album we've rarely seen (3312, 1962), in EX 7/EX 7; Annette's Beach Party (3316, 1963) in EX 7/MT 9; and Annette at Bikini Beach (3324, 1964) in NM 8/NM 8. What a set!
Hank Ballard and His Midnighters LP Group of 6 (King, 1960-62). Hank Ballard and his distinctive sound forged his way from R&B, crossed over into early Rock and Roll, and influenced the sound and direction of Pop music in the process. The writer and original performer of "The Twist" had already been perfecting his chops for nearly a decade before Chubby Checker became a household name with his own recorded version. Included here are six essential LPs from the group's years at King Records, including The One and Only Hank Ballard and His Midnighters (King 674, 1960) in EX 7/ GD-VG 4; Finger Poppin' Time (700, 1960) in EX 7/ NM 8; Spotlight On Hank Ballard (740, 1961) in EX 7/ NM 8; Dance Along (759, 1961) in EX 7/ NM 8; The Twistin' Fools (781, 1961) in EX 7/ NM 8; and The Jumpin' Hank Ballard and The Midnighters (793, 1962) in EX 7 (neat store stamp on back cover)/ NM 8.
Beach Boys First Studio Session Acetate Recording. This 10" acetate recording of the Beach Boys' first studio recording session in 1961 -- with Hite Morgan at the controls -- features early demo versions of "Luau", "Surfin' " (their first single), "Surfin' Safari", and "Surfer Girl", with two takes each of the second and third songs with some alternate lyrics compared to the final versions, as well as a little studio chatter. There are a couple of skips; otherwise, condition is VG 5.
Chuck Berry and Frankie Lymon LP Group of 2 (1958-59). Two Rock and Roll Hall of Famers from Rock's formative days. Chuck Berry was part of the inaugural class of 1986, and Frankie Lymon was voted in in 1993. The Berry album Rockin' at The Hops (Chess 1448, 1959) is just about as tough to find as his first Chess album After School Session which came out two years earlier. This copy's in EX 7/ NM 8. Our Rock 'N' Roll With Frankie Lymon copy (Roulette 25036, 1958) is a Promo copy, with "D. J. COPY" stamped on both the front and back covers and "Promotional Copy" and "Not For Sale" printed on the record label. It's in EX 7 (with "Jack" printed in marker on the back cover)/ NM 8 (disc). Hail, hail, Rock and Roll, indeed!
Johnny Burnette and the Rock 'n Roll Trio Rare LP (Coral 57080, 1956). A pioneering Rock and Roll classic! One listen and you'll understand how the Burnette Brothers were a profound early influence on their young Memphis neighbor Elvis Presley, as well as on many even younger guitar gods-to-be, like Jimmy Page. Raw and rockin', the group took Rockabilly to a new level. Definitely not your "You're Sixteen" Johnny Burnette! Don't let the modest grade we've given the disc deter you -- the minor surface noise matches the garage feel of the recording, and this copy plays better than it looks. Condition: VG-EX 6/GD-VG 4 (plays VG 5).
We Are the Chantels Rare LP (End 301, 1958). This first cover version of the group's first album is much rarer than the second cover version from 1959, and this copy's as nice as you're likely to find. The teenagers charted four songs from this album, including one of the greatest "girl group" tunes ever, "Maybe". Super scarce record! Condition: EX 7/EX 7.
Contours/Huey Smith/Spaniels/Five Satins LP Group (1961-62). What a foursome LP group! It's the Contours' Do You Love Me (Gordy 901, 1962) in EX 7/NM 8; Huey Smith and the Clowns' For Dancing (Ace 1015, 1961) in EX 7/NM 8; the Spaniels' Goodnite, It's Time to Go (Vee-Jay black label, 1961) in EX 7/EX 7; and The Five Satins Encore (Ember 401 black label, 1961) in EX 7/NM 8.
Everly Brothers LP Group of 6 (1958-62). Rock's most famous duo were inducted into the very first Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class in 1986, so who wouldn't want these classic half-dozen albums, including their first from 1958, The Everly Brothers (Cadence 3003) in EX 7/ EX 7 with the original poster? The hits keep on comin' with The Everly Brothers' Best (Cadence 3025, 1959) in VG-EX 6/ VG-EX 6; Folk Songs (Cadence 3059, 1963) in NM 8/ NM 8; It's Everly Time (Stereo - Warner Brothers 1381, 1960) in EX 7/ NM 8); Both Sides of An Evening (Promo cover and disc - Warner Brothers, 1961) in NM 8/ NM 8; and Instant Party (Warner Brothers 1430, 1962) in EX 7/ EX 7.
Bill Haley and his Comets LP Group of 5 (Decca, 1955-58). You just don't see the albums very often, and these copies are as fine as you can hope to find, especially all together. Included are Rock Around the Clock (8225, 1955), Rock 'n Roll Stage Show (8345, 1956), Rockin' Around the World (8692 pink label promo, 1958), Rockin' the Joint (8775, 1958), and Strictly Instrumental (8964 pink label promo, 1958). All are in unbelievable NM 8 (cover)/MT 9 (record) condition, except 8225 in impossible NM 8/GM-MT 10!
Buddy Holly 45 Group of 12 (1957-64). Terrific group of Buddy Holly singles, most in scintillating NM 8, including on Brunswick as The Crickets: two copies of "Oh, Boy!"/ "Not Fade Away" (55035, 1957); and "Think It Over" (55072, 1957). On Coral: "Rave On" (61985, 1958); "Early In the Morning" (Promo 62006, 1958); "Heartbeat" (Promo 62051, 1958); "Peggy Sue Got Married" (Promo 62134, 1959) in MT 9; "True Love Ways" (Promo 62210, 1960); "Reminiscing" (63229, 1962) in EX 7 (sticker on label); two copies of "Rock Around With Ollie Vee" (62390, 1964) in EX 7 and NM 8; and "Maybe Baby" (62407, 1964). All are in NM 8 unless otherwise noted.
Buddy Holly The Chirping Crickets EP (Coral 71036, 1957). Beautiful copy of an EP that's harder to find in this condition than its LP counterpart of the same name. "That'll Be the Day"/"I'm Looking For Someone to Love"/"Oh Boy!"/"Not Fade Away". Condition: NM 8/NM 8.
The Buddy Holly Story EP (Coral 81182, 1959). Included are the last singles released before the Rock Hall of Fame singer's tragic death, "I Guess It Doesn't Matter Anymore" and "Raining In My Heart." Also included were "Heartbeat" and "Early In the Morning." This is one sweet copy! Condition: NM 8/NM 8.
Buddy Holly and the Crickets The Chirping Crickets Mono LP (Brunswick 54038, 1957). Iconic first album from Buddy Holly and the Crickets didn't even make Billboard's Top 200 album charts, making this classic even more rare and desirable. Included are some of the group's biggest hits: "Oh, Boy!", "Not Fade Away", "Maybe Baby", and "That'll Be the Day". Scintillating black label copy! Condition: NM 8/MT 9.
Isley Brothers/Frankie Lymon and The Teenagers LP Group (1957-59). Nice copies of two very desirable albums from the '50s. The cover for the Isleys' Shout! (RCA Stereo 2156, 1959) has always been one of our favorites. This Living Stereo copy has the "Twist Special" sticker on the front, and is in EX 7/NM 8 condition. The Teenagers featuring Frankie Lymon may be even more iconic, the first album from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Group (Gee 701, 1957) in EX 7/EX 7.
Little Willie John Fever LP (King 564, 1956). A collector's favorite! We've never seen a nicer copy of this "blue copy" version from 1959. The title song was John's first charting hit, reaching #24 on Billboard's Hot 100 before his 19th birthday, and later taken to even greater heights by Peggy Lee in 1958. Condition: EX 7/MT 9.
Little Richard Acetate (Speciality, circa 1956). Stunning one-sided acetate that has the self-proclaimed "Architect of Rock and Roll" recording one of his signature hits, "Rip It Up", and the Sonny Boy Williamson Blues classic "Good Morning Little School Girl." Studio chatter throughout makes you feel like you're in the studio! Complete with the Specialty label associated with his biggest hits, and the disc is in marvelous shape. Condition: MT 9. From the Robert Johnson Memorabilia Collection.
Marcels/Little Anthony & The Imperials LP Group (1959-61). Two collectors' faves here including the rare gold label original pressing of the Marcels' Blue Moon (Colpix 416, 1961) in EX 7 (small sticker on back cover)/NM 8; plus We Are The Imperials Featuring Little Anthony (End 303, 1959) in EX 7 (red stamped "AR 659" and a handwritten "18" on back cover)/EX 7.
Cookin' With the Miracles Promo LP (Tamla 223, 1962). It was the second album for the legendary Motown group fronted by Smokey Robinson, and it came out before their hit-making era began in earnest. This one's a rarer white label promo copy, and the disc is especially Minty. Cookin' indeed! Condition: EX 7/MT 9.
Miracles I'll Try Something New Promo LP (Tamla 230, 1962). Like the previous offering, this one's a desirable white label promo in astonishing condition. This is the group's third album, with Smokey Robinson providing more and more original material. Condition: EX 7 (tear at bottom back)/MT 9.
The Rolling Stones -- The Promotional Album Promo Stereo LP London RSD-1 (1969). Rare promo album with 14 cuts from various albums the group released from 1964 to 1969. Only the third time we've offered a copy of this record, and this one's easily the nicest copy. Condition: EX 7/ NM 8.
Jack Scott Mono LP Group of 3 (1960-64). Somehow the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has delayed nominating this Rockabilly pioneer from Canada. Get his records while you can! Included are What Am I Living For! (Carlton 12/122, 1960) in EX 7/ NM 8; What In the World's Come Over You (Top Rank 326, 1961); and Burning Bridges (Capitol 2035, 1964) with Promo stamp on the back, in EX 7/ MT 9.
Teddy Bears/Freddy Cannon/Cascades Mono LP Group of 4 (1959-64). Phil Spector's The Teddy Bears Sing (Imperial 9067, 1959) in EX 7/NM 8 is the main attraction here, but that's not all! As a bonus here are the Cascades' Rhythm of the Rain (Valiant 405, 1963) in EX 7/EX 7; and two by Freddy Cannon: Palisades Park (Swan 507, 1962) in VG-EX 6 (seam split along top)/EX 7 and Action! (Warner Brothers 1612, 1964) in VG-EX 6/NM 8.
Joe Turner/ Drifters/ Miracles LP Group of 4 (1957-64). R&B at its best! We've listed Joe Turner first because his 1957 self-titled album Joe Turner (black label Atlantic 8005, 1957) in EX 7/ EX 7 is the rarest and most valuable among this soulful quartet of albums. Add the Drifters' Rockin' & Driftin' (white label Atlantic 8022, 1959) in EX 7/ VG-EX 6 and Under the Boardwalk (Atlantic 8099, 1964) in EX 7/ NM 8, plus the Miracles' On Stage (Tamla 241, 1963) in NM 8/ EX 7, and you've got yourself three distinct phases of R&B, from the raw-edged Big Joe to the versatile Drifters, to the smooth stylings of Smokey Robinson.
Stevie Ray Vaughan Related A New Hi Rare LP (Tempo 2, 1971). This unlikely appearing album cover contains some pretty impressive, cutting-edge psychedelic music from 1971 by a variety of regional groups. The real attraction here is the inclusion of a two tracks by the group "Cast Of Thousands" which featured a young guitarist named Steve Vaughan. The tracks that featured the bands the Mint, Image, Stone Sypher, and Blue Persuasion may be just as slick; in fact, the Mint, led by guitarist Jimmy Wallace, was very popular in the Dallas and North Texas area, and Wallace went on to found the Dallas Guitar Show. Of course, the 16-year-old Vaughan would become a guitar legend renowned the world over. The album comes with a poster featuring all the artists and is in VG+. The album itself is EX 7/EX 7.
Hank Williams EP Group of 8 (MGM, 1954-58). The legendary Hank Williams in eight sensational EPs, including Honky Tonkin' (MGM 142, 1954); Move It On Over (1076, 1954); There'll Be No Teardrops Tonight (1082, 1954); I Saw the Light (1218, 1956); Sing Me A Blue Song Vol 1 (1491, 1958); Sing Me A Blue Song Vol. 2 (1492, 1958); The Immortal Hank Williams Vol. 1 (1554, 1958); and The Immortal Hank Williams Vol. 2 (1555, 1958). All EP covers are in EX 7; all discs are in NM 8, except 1082 in EX 7.
Various Artists Rock/Pop Stereo LP Group of 7 (1959-62). Choice combo of albums from a time when stereo recordings were the exception. All of these are rarer than the mono versions. Included are (with the two rarest albums listed first): Linda Scott's Great Scott! (Canadian American 1007, 1962) in EX 7/EX 7 and Marv Johnson's More Marv Johnson (United Artists 6118, 1960) in EX 7/EX 7; plus Coast Along With the Coasters (Atco 33-135, 1959) in NM 8/NM 8; Sam Cooke's Hits of the 50's (RCA 2236, 1960) in VG-EX 6/VG-EX 6; Johnny Preston's Running Bear (Mercury 60250, 1960) in EX 7/NM 8; Tommy Roe's Sheila (ABC-Paramount 432) in NM 8/NM 8; and Tommy Sands' When I'm Thinking of You (Capitol 1239, 1959) in EX 7/NM 8. All but the Cooke album come with the original inner sleeve or plastic.
Elvis Presley "That's All Right"/"Blue Moon of Kentucky" 45 (Sun 209, 1954). The legend started here, Elvis' very first single record. The two sides showed a secret of the King's greatness: the variety of his influences. One side was an Arthur Crudup R&B classic, the other a Bill Monroe Bluegrass classic. Really nice copy of the legendary Sun release. Condition: EX 7.
Elvis Presley "Mystery Train"/"I Forgot to Remember to Forget" 45 (Sun 223, 1955). The last of Elvis' six Sun singles was the biggest commercial success, with both sides charting on Billboard's Top Country Singles chart. "I Forgot" charted first, becoming Elvis' first #1 charting single, and three months later "Mystery Train" rose to #11 on the same chart, getting more play on Pop radio than did the flip side. Condition: EX 7.
Elvis Presley 45 w/ Picture Sleeve Group of 12 (RCA, 1956-62). Here's an instant Elvis 45 record/ picture sleeve collection for you from the early years! Included are: "Hound Dog"/ "Don't Be Cruel" (RCA 6604, 1956) in EX 7/ NM 8; "Love Me Tender" (6643, 1956) in MT 9 (light pink sleeve)/ EX 7; "Love Me Tender" (6643, 1956) in EX 7 (b&w sleeve)/ EX 7; "Too Much" (6800, 1957) in MT 9/ MT 9; "Don't" (7150, 1958) in NM 8/ EX 7; "Hard Headed Woman" (7280, 1958) in NM 8/ VG-EX 6; "Elvis Sails" (EP 4325, 1958) in NM 8 (no cover); "A Big Hunk of Love" (7600, 1959) in EX 7/ EX 7; "Stuck On You" (7740, 1960) in NM 8/ EX 7); two copies of "It's Now Or Never" (7777, 1960) in NM 8/ NM 8 and EX 7/ NM 8; "Are You Lonesome Tonight?" (7810, 1960) in NM 8 and EX 7; "Good Luck Charm" (7992, 1962) in EX 7/ NM 8; "She's Not You" (8041, 1962) in NM 8/ NM 8; and "Return To Sender" (8100, 1962) in NM 8/ EX 7.
Elvis Presley 45 w/Picture Sleeve Group of 21 (RCA, 1956-77). From his breakout year of 1956 ("Don't Be Cruel"/ "Hound Dog") to his final year of 1977 ("Way Down"), with 19 selections in-between, this career-spanning group has it all, including records and pictures sleeves of the following, chronologically: RCA 6604 in VG-EX 6/ EX 7; 6643 in EX 7 (tape stain on front)/ NM 8; 7810 in EX 7/ VG-EX 6; 7850 in EX 7/ NM 8; another copy of 7850 in VG-EX 6/ EX 7; 7880 in EX 7 (price sticker on one side)/ NM 8; 7968 in NM 8/ EX 7; 8041 in VG-EX 6/ NM 8; 8100 in NM 8/ NM 8; 8243 in NM 8/ NM 8; 9835 in EX 7/ EX 7; 9985 in EX 7/ NM 8 (Promo disc); 1017 in EX 7 (small tear)/ NM 8; 0672 in EX 7/ EX 7; 0769 in NM 8/ NM 8; 0769 in NM 8/ NM 8 (Promo disc); 0910 in NM 8/ NM 8; 0910 in NM 8/ NM 8 (Promo disc); 0088 in NM 8/ NM 8; 10998 in NM 8/ NM 8 (Promo disc); plus a Japanese release of "You're The Devil In Disguise" in EX 7/ EX 7. Go to HA.com for enlargeable images of this and other offerings in this auction.
Elvis Presley and Much More Picture Sleeve Group of 58 (Various labels, 1950s-60s). More Elvis than any other artist represented here, but what a selection of Rock/Pop idols! There are 20 Elvis sleeves (no records), plus in alphabetical order: Bobby Bare, Bill Black's Combo, Jimmy Clanton (2 sleeves), Buzz Clifford, Bobby Darin (2), Fats Domino (2), Duane Eddy, Tommy Edwards, Everly Brothers, Fabian, Connie Francis (3), Jimmy Jones, Brenda Lee (6), Jane Morgan, Ricky Nelson (7), Ray Peterson, Bobby "Boris" Pickett, Johnny Preston, Jimmie Rodgers (2), Jack Scott, and Larry Williams. All sleeves are in EX 7 to NM 8 condition, except Ricky Nelson's "Young Emotions" which has a tape tear on one side. See a closeup of the sleeves at HA.com.
Elvis Presley Blue Suede Shoes EP w/Paper Cover (RCA 747, 1956). The extremely scarce paper cover of this copy is considered "Cover 1" by Jerry Osborne is his latest edition of Presleyana, and aside from a 1.25" tear at the top, the cover/envelope would grade MT 9. It's still as nice as you're likely to find, and the record is near perfect. Condition: EX 7(paper cover)/MT 9 (record).
Elvis Presley EP Group of 7 Plus Christmas Single (RCA, 1956-68). The King rocks on seven EPs: Elvis Presley (RCA 747) in NM 8 (white on black title strip at top)/ EX 7; Elvis Vol. 1 (992, 1956) with dog on label and white on black title strip on cover; Perfect For Parties (7-37, 1956); two copies of Love Me Tender (4006, 1956), one in NM 8/ NM 8, the other in EX 7/ NM 8 -- both with dog on label and title strip at top of front cover); Peace In The Valley (4054, 1956) in EX 7 (title strip across top)/ VG-EX 6); two copies of Kid Galahad (4371, 1962) in NM 8/ VG-EX 6 and NM 8/ NM 8; plus the Gold Standard 45 re-release of "Blue Christmas"/ "Santa Claus Is Back In Town" (0647, 1968). All covers and discs are in NM 8, except as noted otherwise.
Elvis Presley EP Group of 9 (RCA, 1956-62). Here's another rockin' selection of EPs from Elvis, including Elvis Presley (RCA 830, 1956) in VG-EX 6/ EX 7; The Real Elvis (940, 1956) in EX 7/ VG-EX 6; Any Way You Want Me (965, 1956) in EX 7/ EX 7; Elvis Vol. 1 (992, 1956) in EX 7 (writing on back cover)/ EX 7; Elvis Vol. 2 (993, 1956) in NM 8/ NM 8; Strictly Elvis (994, 1956) in EX 7/ NM 8; Just For You (4041, 1957) in VG-EX 6/ EX 7; Elvis Sings Christmas Songs (4108, 1957) in EX 7/ EX 7; and Follow That Dream (4368, 1962) in NM 8/ NM 8. All record labels are "dog on top." All covers in 800 and 900 series have white on black title strip at top of cover. Follow That Dream has erroneous playing times on back cover. Got all that? Get all these!
Elvis Presley "I Feel So Bad"/"Wild In the Country" 33 Compact Single (RCA 37-7880, 1961). One of six singles during 1961-62 that RCA released in a special 33 1/3 format in addition to the more common 45 single format. The 33 Compact Single version is much rarer and highly sought-after by collectors. But for some record "ring wear" the cover would grade higher -- the colors are rich and vivid. Condition: VG-EX 6/NM 8.
Elvis Presley DJ Preview Special EP From Kid Galahad (RCA 45-118, 1962). The promo record's rare enough; the promo sleeve in this condition even rarer! Condition: NM 8/MT 9.
Elvis' Christmas Album LP (RCA 1035, 1957). Brilliant copy of the King's most appealing album cover. This one looks like it did when originally hitting the stores over 50 years ago. The special gold foil "gift sticker" is not only still attached, it's by far the nicest we've ever seen! The gatefold spine appears as if it has been opened very rarely and with great care. Plus, the album is still in its original factory plastic bag. Condition: NM 8/NM 8.
Elvis Presley G. I. Blues Sealed Mono LP w/Sticker (RCA 2256, 1960). Still sealed copy of the rarest original mono version, complete with the scarce "Wooden Heart" sticker on the front. This is Elvis' second biggest Billboard album of all time. Condition: Still Sealed!
Elvis Presley From Memphis to Vegas Sealed LP (RCA 6020, 1969). Sealed copy? Check! Special Bonus! 2 Souvenir Photos Inside This Album sticker present? Check! You Elvis fans know that the sticker is the real rarity here! The recording was done about the time of his '68 comeback and includes live Vegas versions of some early Rock classics, but don't be tempted to open this copy! (Hint: CD for listening, or if you must go vinyl, at least get yourself an already opened copy!). Condition: MT 9 (small seam split top left)/Still Sealed.
Elvis Presley Aloha From Hawaii Via Satellite Rare Sealed LP (RCA 6089, 1973). One of the rarest Elvis items in our auction! This original pressing copy has the Chicken of the Sea, Quadradisc, and contents stickers that mark it as a scarce gem -- and it's a still sealed copy to boot! The album itself reached #1 on Billboard's Top Pop Albums rankings and charted a full 52 weeks in 1973-74. Condition: NM 8 (some bumps at corners, though sealed)/Still Sealed (two discs).
Having Fun With Elvis On Stage Sealed LP (Boxcar Records, 1974) Plus 1971 International Hotel Menu. It's a still sealed copy of a "Talking Album Only" souvenir LP from the International Hotel in Las Vegas where Elvis had a legendary run in the early 1970s. Included is a souvenir menu from the same hotel from 1971 in Very Fine condition, except for a blunted corner at top left.
Elvis Presley Sealed Quadradisc Group of 2 (RCA, 1975). Sealed copies of Promised Land (RCA 0871) and Elvis Today (1039), both from 1975, and both in the much rarer Quadradisc version. The copy of Elvis Today also has the scarce "Trouble" sticker on the front and a "Sam Goody" sticker on the back. Condition of both albums: MT 9 (with small split in seal at back lower right of Elvis Today/ Still Sealed (discs).
Elvis Presley Vintage Promo Photos (c. 1956). Set of four b&w 8" x 10" promo stills includes shots of Presley with Colonel Tom Parker and Debra Paget and two promo stills for Love Me Tender, plus one 4" x 5" and one 5" x 7" color transparency, both featuring portraits of Elvis circa the mid-'50s. The photos are in Fine to Very Fine condition, and the transparencies are in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Elvis Presley Candid Photo Portrait. A b&w 11" x 14" photo of Elvis during a lighter moment offstage, pressing his nose against his reflection in the lobby of the Warwick Hotel, New York, 1957. In Excellent condition with the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse. Vintage photograph from original camera negatives. By photographer Ben Mancuso. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Elvis Presley Photo Portrait. A b&w 11" x 14" photo of a contemplative Elvis gazing out a window at the Warwick Hotel in New York, 1957. In Excellent condition with the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse. Vintage photograph from original camera negatives. By photographer Ben Mancuso. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Elvis Presley Vintage King Creole Keybook Stills (1958) Set of 104 b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills from the 1958 musical drama includes images of Elvis, director Michael Curtiz, producer Hal B. Wallis, and co-stars Dolores Hart, Carolyn Jones, Vic Morrow, Walter Matthau, Dean Jagger, Paul Stewart, Jan Shephard, Ziva Rodan, and others. The movie, originally intended as a vehicle for James Dean, was Elvis fourth and his last b&w film. It's often cited as his best performance. In overall Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Elvis Presley Assorted Photos and Negatives. Set of 10 assorted unpublished b&w and color photos of Elvis taken while he was a G.I. stationed in Germany circa 1958-60, with negatives. Elvis' commanding officer, Captain Betts, is featured in one of the shots. Sizes range from 4" x 6" to 8' x 12". In Excellent condition.
Elvis Presley Assorted Snapshots from 1975-1978. A collection of more than 300 color snapshots and a few 8" x 10" photos of the King of Rock and Roll during the final years of his life. The photos include primarily images of Elvis in concert from 1975 to 1977, as well as photos of friends and family (including father Vernon Presley), shots of him in his karate uniform, and images of his grave site. Most are contained in a hefty photo album, and all are in Very fine to Excellent condition.
Elvis Presley Signed Photo. A vintage b&w 8" x 10" photo of a young Elvis, inscribed "Lovingly" and signed by Presley in blue ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with mild edge wear and light toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis and Priscilla Presley Signed Photo. A great item signed by Rock and Roll royalty, this 8" x 10" promo item promotes the King's August 1969 performances at the International Hotel in Las Vegas on one side, and the other features a color photo of Elvis with his inscription and signature printed in the corner -- however, this particular specimen has the added bonus of having actually been signed by Elvis and his wife, Priscilla, in the top left in red felt tip. Elvis met Priscilla in 1959 at a party in Germany during his time in the US Army; she was 14 at the time, and he was 24. A lengthy romance ensued, and the two married in May 1967. The concerts were part of Elvis' 1969 comeback campaign, and he performed 57 shows over four weeks at the hotel. The item is in Very Fine condition with some mild wear and soiling. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Signed International Hotel Menu Cover. This 8.25" x 10" menu cover from the famed International Hotel in Las Vegas (now known as the Las Vegas Hilton) features a color image of Elvis and is inscribed and signed by him in black felt tip. Presley performed 58 record-breaking consecutive shows at the venue in 1969, and many more through 1976. In Fine to Very Fine condition with trimmed edges and some mild wear.
Elvis Presley and J.D. Sumner Signed Check. In November of 1971, J.D. Sumner and The Stamps were invited to tour and record with Elvis Presley, and the group became a regular fixture with Presley until his untimely death on August 16, 1977. This check for $21,000 from Presley's expense account is dated August 14, 1975, and written to Sumner, has the handwritten memo: "Pay-ment in full for a customized bus G.M.C. 4104 J.D. Sumner", and is signed by Presley on the front in blue ink and endorsed by Sumner on the reverse in black. Always generous with his money and possessions, Elvis made sure that his friends traveled in comfort, and young country singer T.G. Sheppard was no exception. Elvis purchased the custom bus for Sheppard's tour, trusting J.D. with the transaction. Sheppard remained a true and loyal friend to both Elvis and J.D., and went on to make Top 10 hits like "Devil in a Bottle" and "Tryin' to Beat the Morning Home." In Excellent condition with the usual bank cancellation marks. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Summer Festival Circular Hotel Poster (Hilton, 1975). This attractive item is a large, colorful "Elvis Now" hotel poster promoting the King's 1975 concert series at the Las Vegas Hilton. Only a few of these posters were produced. The poster measures 35.5" in diameter and is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with a few staple holes.
Elvis Presley-Themed Wristwatch and Sunglasses. Includes a limited edition guitar-shaped wristwatch by Wertheimer with custom storage case, and a pair of Elvis-style Foster Grant sunglasses in their original packaging. Both are in Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Souvenir Menu International Hotel Las Vegas (1969). Along with the rarer version given to opening night "invited guests" only, these are the rarest of the souvenir menus from Elvis' legendary Las Vegas engagements beginning in 1969. The oversized format (8.5" x 17"), elegant black cover with gold lettering, and the die-cut showing the King made this an instant classic. We've only offered this particular menu on one previous occasion, and this offering is in much nicer condition. It's hard to find in any condition! Condition: Fine to Very Fine, with some light creasing near the bottom of front and back and "Aug - 69" written in pencil on the inside.
Elvis Presley Souvenir Hotel Menus. A pair of complimentary hotel menus from the International/Las Vegas Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas, one each from 1970 and '71. Built in 1969, it was at the time the largest hotel in the world. Elvis played a series of sold-out, record-breaking summertime shows at the hotel in 1970-72, some of his best performances from that era. The menus are in Excellent condition.
Elvis Presley's Silk Shirt. This long-sleeved, powder blue silk shirt was worn by Presley during the '70s, until he gave as a gift to his aunt, Delta Mae Presley Biggs. Mrs. Biggs moved into Graceland in 1967 following the death of her husband; she worked there as a housekeeper for some time, and lived there until her death in 1993. The shirt is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some discoloration along the collar. Accompanied by four color 5" x 7" photos of Presley wearing the shirt and a signed LOA from Biggs.
Elvis Presley's Turquoise Ring. A large sterling silver ring with modernist turquoise and opalescent stones, owned and worn by Elvis. The king wore many such rings and other jewelry during the '70s, often giving them away to fans at concerts. This particular ring was recently sold at the Dick Clark Auction in December 2006, and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. In Very Fine condition with some wear.
Musical Instruments
Elvis Presley Owned and Used Guitar. Owned and used by Elvis Presley, this Italian-made acoustic guitar was previously a crowd-pleaser at the Warner Bros. Museum in Hollywood. Its background offers a touching story: Elvis played this guitar as he sang "Angel," the final song in Follow That Dream (1962), and another musician played it (Elvis at one point touches it) in Kid Galahad (1962). Elvis became friends with a prop man who worked on both films and presented him the guitar, and the prop man consequently gave it to his young son, who idolized "The King". The boy cherished this guitar until his premature death a few years ago, at which time his widow put the instrument on display at the Warner Bros. Museum. She has since decided to part with it, hoping the guitar will find a new owner who will appreciate its distinction as deeply as her husband did. This 3/4-style guitar, 38" long and in Very Fine condition aside from a minor ding about the size of a dime and approximately 2" from the upper-face edge. Accompanying the item is a black Gibson guitar case (not the original) with deep purple lining. A remarkably rare Elvis artifact that gives testimony to his talent, generosity, and the devotion he still inspires three decades after his death. Click here to watch Elvis playing this guitar.
Music Memorabilia
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Assorted Sheet Music. Five pages of sheet music for the songs "My Baby Left Me" (with a sheet of typed lyrics), "I Want You, I Need You, I Love You", and "So Glad You're Mine", with five of them signed in ink by Elvis' guitarist, Scotty Moore, and one with handwritten notations. One of the most influential lead guitarists in Rock history, Moore was by Elvis' side when the King recorded many of his earliest, now classic hits. The pages are in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Assorted Sheet Music. Five pieces of sheet music for the songs "You're a Heartbreaker", "Stuck On You", "The Girl of My Best Friend", and "The Girl Next Door", with four of them signed in ink by Elvis' original lead guitarist, Scotty Moore, and two with handwritten notations. Moore played an integral part in the making of the Elvis legend beginning in 1954. The pages are in Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Kid Galahad Sheet Music. Starring Elvis opposite Gig Young, Charles Bronson, and Ed Asner, Kid Galahad ranks as one of Presley's finest performances, as an ex-G.I. determined to make it as a boxer. Included in this lot is the sheet music for four songs from the movie -- "Riding the Rainbow", "Home is Where the Heart Is", "I Got Lucky", and "A Whistling Tune" -- the first two of which are signed by Elvis' original backing guitarist, Scotty Moore, in blue ink. Also included is a page of sheet music for a song titled "Whistlin' Blues" also signed by Moore, in black ink. One of the most influential lead guitarists to shape Rock and Roll, Moore was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. The music is in Very Fine condition with folds and some toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Sheet Music. A total of 11 pages of mimeographed sheet music for the Elvis songs "Little Sister", "Just Tell Her Jim Said Hello", "Kiss Me Quick", "Love Me Tonight", "I Met Her Today", and "For the Millionth and Last Time", with all but three of the pages signed by Elvis' lead guitarist Scotty Moore in black ink, and five with handwritten notations. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear, toning, and tape stains. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed It Happened at the World's Fair Sheet Music. Released in 1963, It Happened at the World's Fair is notable for the screen debut of an 11-year-old Kurt Russell, as a little boy who kicks the King in the shins! (Russell didn't want to do the scene; Elvis had to pay him $5 to do it.) Included in this lot is the sheet music for nine of the ten songs in the movie -- "Take Me to the Fair", "Relax", "I'm Falling In Love Tonight", "They Remind Me Too Much of You", "Cotton Candy Land", "A World of Our Own", "How Would You Like to Be", "Beyond the Bend", and "Happy Ending" -- each signed by Elvis' original backing guitarist, Scotty Moore, in black ink. One of the most influential lead guitarists to shape Rock and Roll, Moore played on such Elvis classics as "Good Rockin' Tonight", "Heartbreak Hotel", "Hound Dog", and "Jailhouse Rock". The music is in Very Fine condition with some mild to moderate toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Sheet Music from 1963. Seven pages of sheet music for the songs "(It's a) Long Lonely Highway", "(Such an) Easy Question", "I Feel That I've Known You Forever", "It Feels So Right", and "Slowly But Surely", with five of them signed in ink by Elvis' guitarist, Scotty Moore, and as many with handwritten notations. The legendary Moore played with Elvis beginning in 1954 and into the early 1960s. The pages are in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - Scotty Moore Signed Double Trouble Sheet Music. One of Elvis' lesser movies (the novelty and quality of acting had both grown stale), Double Trouble featured Presley as a singer touring Europe who gets hounded by girls, jewel thieves, and assassins. Included in this lot is the sheet music for each of the nine songs in the movie -- "Double Trouble", City by Night", "Could I Fall in Love?", "There's So Much World to See", "Long Legged Girl (With the Short Dress On)", "Baby If You'll Give Me All of Your Love", "I Love Only One Girl", "It Won't Be Long", and "Old MacDonald" -- plus one from the soundtrack LP ("Never-Ending"), each signed by guitarist Scotty Moore in blue and black ink. The music is in Very Fine condition with some mild to moderate toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner Valentine's Day 1972 Concert Poster. A 33" x 26.5" framed poster advertising a series of February 1972 shows at the Las Vegas Hilton featuring J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, the Inspirations, and Jackie Kahane. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some toning and fold creases. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner's Ryman Gospel Reunion RIAA Platinum Video Award. Presented to Sumner to commemorate the sale of more than 100,000 copies of the Gaither's long-form video release. Framed to an overall size of 13" x 19" and in Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner's Reunion RIAA Gold Video Award. Presented to Sumner to commemorate the sale of more than 50,000 copies of the Gaither's long-form video release. Framed to an overall size of 13" x 19" and in Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner's Old Friends RIAA Platinum Video Award. Presented to Sumner to commemorate the sale of more than 100,000 copies of the Gaither's long-form video. Framed to an overall size of 13" x 19" and in Excellent condition. From the J. D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner's Belt with Silver Dollar Buckle. Ornate leather belt lined with silver-tone weaving and adorned with a buckle decorated with a 1921 Morgan silver dollar and a 1924 Peace silver dollar, owned a worn by J.D. Sumner, a gift to him from Elvis. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with some wear. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - Blue Denim Stage Suit with Red and Clear Rhinestones, Worn Only Once by the Stamps Quartet on the Elvis Presley Show. After teasing J.D. and the Stamps during a performance for wearing this suit, J.D. made certain it was never seen again on stage or anywhere else, until now. (Little known fact: Elvis did not like denim and neither did J.D.) The lot includes a pair of brown two-tone Tony Lama cowboy boots and the blue denim two-piece trimmed in rhinestones. In Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner Stage-Worn Polyester Suits. Pair of stage-worn polyester suits includes one two-piece green suit studded with amber rhinestones and brass stars, and one two-piece white suit studded with red rhinestones and silver stars. Both are in Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - J.D. Sumner's Stage Worn Coat and Vest. A black coat trimmed with brown and gold velvet and colored beads, with matching vest, owned and worn onstage by Sumner during his tenure as Elvis Presley's back-up singer. In Excellent condition. From the J.D. Sumner Estate.
Elvis Presley Related - Vernon Presley's Invitation to New Year's Eve at the Las Vegas Hilton. This 7" x 3.25" x 1" clear plastic paperweight was presented to Vernon Presley as an invitation to the Hilton's weeklong New Year's Eve celebration. It reads: "Dear Mr. Presley, the Las Vegas Hilton takes great pleasure in inviting you and your mate to be our guests at a private New Year's holiday party during the last weekend of this year, December 28 through January 2. P.S. Bring Elvis!". The exact year of the event is not given, though it was in the Summer of 1969 that Elvis performed a successful series of comeback shows at the Hilton. The item is in Excellent condition.
Beatles "My Bonnie"/"The Saints" Rare 45 Group (UK- Polydor 66833, 1962). Just how early was this early Beatles release? Both George and Paul were still teenagers! It had come out earlier (1961) in Germany as by Tony Sheridan and the Beat Brothers, then became the very first UK Beatles record and the very first record anywhere using the name The Beatles, undoubtedly encouraged by the group's new manager, Brian Epstein. Polydor released the UK version on January 5, 1962, making it also the first appearance of the "English intro" version of "My Bonnie." Originally it sported a label bearing a smaller font stock number with a "DELETED" stamp. Months later, a second pressing showed a different font for the label. Our resident Beatles expert says the first pressing is "ultra-mega-stupid rare" so we expect spirited bidding here, with this offering of both pressings. Condition: First Pressing: NM 8; Second Pressing: EX 7.
Beatles Rare UK Promo 45 "From Me to You"/"Thank You Girl" (UK - Parlophone 5015, 1963). Most of us Americans wouldn't hear these songs for another year, but this two-sided hit single was released in the UK in early 1963 as a follow-up to "Please Please Me." It was the boys' third UK single and the second to reach #1. White label promos were issued in very small quantities at the time (reportedly just 500 copies of this one), making a nice example like this ultra rare. And the original EMI "Top Pop" promo sleeve is also included. The disc grade we've assigned is misleading in that it plays nicer than it looks. Condition: EX 7 (sleeve)/VG 5 (disc).
Beatles "Please Please Me"/"From Me to You" and "Do You Want to Know A Secret"/ "Thank You Girl" 45 Group of 2 (Vee-Jay 581 and 587, 1964). If US record buyers weren't quite ready for the Beatles in 1963 when Vee-Jay issued two singles, they sure were in 1964! "Please Please Me" (which had been recorded in 1962) skyrocketed up the charts in early 1964 and missed hitting #1 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart only because two other Beatles' smashes ("I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "She Loves You") blocked the path! This is the black Vee-Jay label with no rainbow circle version, but it's the sleeve that's the valued collectible here -- one of just four Vee-Jay single picture sleeves, and this one's a super-sharp copy! We've thrown in an original VJ singles sleeve as well, just because. The second selection is a plain black label version with a picture sleeve just as nice as the first! Condition: 581 is NM 8; 587 is EX 7. Both picture sleeves are in NM 8.
Beatles and Much More Picture Sleeve Group of 49 (Various artists and labels, 1960s). We've got it here in the Beatles section, simply because there are more Beatles sleeves included than for any other artist, but check out the variety: picture sleeves (no records) from the Beatles (7 sleeves), and in alphabetical order: Paul Anka, Frankie Avalon (2), Beach Boys (4), Blues Magoos, Eric Burdon and the Animals, Byrds, Chad & Jeremy, Chubby Checker, Dave Clark Five (2), Sam Cooke, Doors, Duane Eddy (3), 5th Dimension, Four Seasons, Hollies, Brian Hyland, Tommy James and the Shondells, Lemon Pipers, Miracles, Monkees, Peter & Gordon, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Rolling Stones (5), Bobby Rydell, Spanky and Our Gang, Dusty Springfield (2), Supremes (2), Johnny Tillotson, and the Who! Whew! All sleeves are in EX 7 to NM 8 condition, except one (Rolling Stones "Let's Spend the Night Together" with tape on back).
The Beatles Rare EP (Mexico - Polydor 1053, 1963). This is the very first Mexican Beatles EP, an item that even fervent collectors have missed. This cover is especially appealing, the finest copy we've ever seen. Songs include "My Bonnie" ("Mi Chica") and others from the group's earliest days as The Beatles. Condition: EX 7/VG 5.
Beatles Rare Promo EP Signed by Astrid Kirchherr and Klaus Voormann (Polydor 1113-7, 1994). This rare promo EP with sleeve was released by Polydor to coincide with the premiere of the movie Backbeat, about the group's early days in Hamburg, Germany. The tunes here were recorded in 1961, including "Ain't She Sweet"/"Cry For a Shadow" by the Beatles on Side 1, and "My Bonnie"/"When the Saints Go Marching In" by the Beatles with Tony Sheridan on Side 2. Very cool, but to make it even cooler, the sleeve has been signed neatly in red by Astrid Kirchherr and Klaus Voorman. Condition: NM 8/EX 7. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles German White Label Promo-Only Sampler LP (Germany - Polydor, 1961). This rare white label promo is the first known commercially-produced record containing Beatles songs, and one of only a handful (less than 10) of known copies. This 16-track promotional only sampler was issued by Polydor in Germany in early October of 1961 to promote the label's upcoming singles, including the soon-to-be issued "My Bonnie"/ "The Saints", attributed to Tony Sheridan and the Beat Brothers. To put it in perspective, this record was pressed over two years before Beatlemania hit the US! For years collectors thought the first-ever commercial Beatles record was the single -- then this rarity was discovered! A truly historic artifact! Condition: NM 8 (record only - no cover is known to exist).
Introducing the Beatles Version 1 Mono LP (Vee Jay 1062, 1964). This original content version has "P.S. I Love You" and "Love Me Do" on the oval Vee-Jay label, with songs listed on the back cover. Condition: EX 7/EX 7.
Introducing the Beatles Mono LP (Vee Jay 1062, 1964). Near perfect copy of the Mop Tops' Vee Jay album release which contributed mightily to launching The British Invasion in 1964. This is the second version that included "Please Please Me" and "Ask Me Why" on the solid black label. Condition: NM 8 (with shrink intact except at record opening)/NM 8.
Introducing the Beatles Stereo Ad Back LP (Vee Jay 1062, 1964) One of the most elusive of the many cover variations of the groundbreaking, classic album is this Stereo copy of the "ad back" cover. The album was essentially a spin-off of the Fab's 1963 UK album Please Please Me, and in the early US Beatlemania days of 1964 vied for the #1 spot on Billboard's Top Pop Albums with Meet the Beatles on Capitol. It hung in at #2 for nine consecutive weeks! The cover of this copy has some wear on the bottom and a 1" seam split at top right, with a small part of the back slick torn off (see image). Condition: VG-EX 6 (cover)/VG 5 (side 1) and EX 7 (side 2).
Beatles Mono LP Group of 2 (Capitol, 1964-65). Pristine copies of two early favorites, still in the original shrinkwrap, The Beatles Second Album from 1964, and Beatles '65. Both albums were huge hits, holding down Billboard's #1 Top Pop Albums position for a combined 14 weeks. The Beatles '65 copy has "MFD by Capitol" on the record label and a "2" pressing stamp. The Second copy has a "5" pressing stamp, the original inner sleeve, and a quaint "Reg. $3.98 Discount Price $2.98" sticker still present. Condition: The Beatles Second Album: NM 8/NM 8. Condition: Beatles '65: MT 9/NM 8
Beatles Something New Group (Capitol 2108, 1964). Primo copies of both the mono and stereo versions of the band's third Capitol release -- still in the original shrinkwrap! The stereo copy has a "2" near the RIAA emblem on the back cover. Condition of both copies: NM 8/NM 8.
Beatles Something New Promo Mono LP (Capitol 2108, 1964). The Fab's third release for Capitol peaked at #2 on Billboard's Top Pop Albums, only because their Hard Day's Night album released almost at the same time ruled the chart at #1 for 14 weeks. The cover has a perforated PROMO stamp at right corner of the front (and through the back), and the back cover displays a "3" near the RIAA emblem. The record's in outstanding shape. Condition: VG-EX 6 (with some writing on back cover)/NM 8.
The Beatles vs. The Four Seasons LP (Vee-Jay 30, 1964). If you were a fan of the Beatles, you already had Introducing the Beatles; if you liked the Four Seasons, you already had Golden Hits of the 4 Seasons, so this combo 2-disc album which basically combined the two, released months after the two originals, wasn't a big hit with fans at the time, charting only three weeks and peaking at #143. Now, it's a prized rarity! This still has the original poster insert in NM 8. Condition: VG-EX 6 (cover)/EX 7 (both records).
Beatles Canadian LP Group of 3 (Canada - Capitol, 1964). Included are the first three Canadian albums from the Beatles: Beatlemania! (T 6051 in EX 7/EX 7), Twist and Shout (T 6054 in EX 7/NM 8), and Long Tall Sally (T 6063 in EX 7 (light writing in top right corner)/NM 8.
Les Beatles Mono LP (France - Odeon 103, 1963). The first French Beatles album, the equivalent of the UK's Please Please Me and a longer version of the US Introducing the Beatles, and you know you have to have it! Condition: VG-EX 6/VG-EX 6.
Beatles 4 Garcons Dans le Vent LP (France - Odeon 101, 1964). The French release of the album that ranks as the Fab Four's second biggest all-time album on Billboard's chart. This copy's in terrific shape! Condition: NM 8/NM 8.
The Beatles Mono LP (Germany - Deutscher Schallplattenclub, 1964). This was the first of the German book club LPs of the band, and it's ultra-rare! Have you ever seen another copy? Condition: VG-EX 6 (tape along top and bottom of cover)/GD-VG 4.
Beatles 1965 Mono LP Group of 2 (Capitol, 1965). Mono copies, still in the original shrinkwrap, of two LPs issued just a few months apart in 1965: Help! and Rubber Soul. Between the two, they spent a total of 15 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Top Pop Albums chart. This copy of Rubber Soul is from pressing plant #6. Condition: Help! : EX 7/EX 7; Rubber Soul : MT 9/EX 7.
Beatles VI LP Group of 2 (Capitol 2358, 1965). Exceptional first pressing copies of both the mono and stereo versions, and both still in their original shrinkwrap, with original inner sleeves. Back covers list "Selections" (not Side 1 and Side 2) and labels do not have "Subsidiary of Capitol Industries." The mono version is from pressing plant "3"; the stereo from pressing plant "2". Condition: Mono: MT 9/NM 8; Stereo: NM 8/EX 7.
Beatles With Tony Sheridan Meet the Beat Mono 10" LP (UK - Polydor 73557, 1965). True, the Beatles are really performing on just three of the cuts here, and sharing the credits on those songs with Tony Sheridan, but they're vintage performances and this disc was only available through Club Sonderauflage, a German book club that branched out to also offering records. Only about 2,000 copies were pressed originally beginning in 1965. The Beatles perform on "Sweet Georgia Brown", "Nobody's Child", and "Take Out Some Insurance On Me, Baby". The other seven cuts are credited to Tony Sheridan and the Beat Brothers, and in one instance, to just the Beat Brothers. We've offered a copy of this rarity on only one previous occasion. Condition: VG-EX 6/VG-EX 6.
Les Beatles Dans Leurs Plus Grands Succès LP (France - Odeon 231, 1965). Those lucky French! Fourteen Beatles cuts on one album! The highly sought-after French "Horse Cover" album release (on the blue Odeon label) was actually a compilation that included songs from other albums released in 1964 and 1965, the US counterparts of which were Meet the Beatles, A Hard Day's Night, Beatles '65, and Beatles VI. This record, along with the "Eskimo Cover", are probably the two most well-known and sought-after non-US/UK LP covers. Condition: VG-EX 6/ EX 7.
Beatles Help! Rare Stereo Promotional LP (Holland - Parlophone 5C-062-04257, 1965). This special issue of the HELP album was produced for Shell Oil in Holland for the kickoff of their 1979 "Shell Helps" campaign. As part of this promotion, Shell Oil arranged to produce a small number of these special versions of the Beatles' HELP album to be given out at a company-wide meeting of their Dutch distributors and store managers. Less than 2000 copies were printed---so unless you were a Shell Oil distributor or store manager in Holland in 1979, there's a good chance you may have never seen one of these rarities in person. Never before and never since have the Beatles allowed any of their official albums to have been given such a major cover artwork overhaul for a commercial promotion by another company. One can only wonder how this one managed to get approved. But it's real--and here it is! Condition: EX 7/VG 5.
All About the Beatles by Louise Harrison Caldwell LP (Re-Car 2012, 1965). George Harrison's sister Louise was dismayed at the amount of misinformation that swirled around the world's greatest band, so in 1965 she jumped at the opportunity to go on the air around the US to tell us the real story. Gleaned from interviews broadcast by radio stations in Boston, Norfolk, Cleveland, Detroit, and Denver, this rare recording offers great insight into the phenomenon known as Beatlemania. Our offering has been signed by Louise on the inner sleeve, and the super-rare insert is present. Condition: EX 7/NM 8.
Beatles Yesterday and Today Second State Butcher Cover Mono LP (Capitol 2553, 1966). Little did most of us Boomers know that a valuable collectible might lurk beneath "the trunk cover" of the 1966 album we knew as Yesterday and Today. That's exactly what we have here, the controversial "butcher cover" beneath a Near Mint album cover that's still in its original shrinkwrap. This copy came from the number "6" pressing plant. Condition: NM 8/NM 8.
Beatles Yesterday and Today LP Group (Capitol 2553, 1966). Can't make up your mind between the mono and stereo versions? Get 'em both! These still have the original shrinkwraps, inner sleeves, and price tags, and the tunes include such gems as "Yesterday", "Day Tripper", "We Can Work It Out", "Nowhere Man", and "Drive My Car". The stereo version has a "2" by the RIAA emblem on the back cover; the mono a "6". Condition: Stereo version EX 7 (with original inner sleeve)/NM 8; Mono version MT 9/EX 7.
The Beatles (aka The White Album) Sealed Stereo LP (Apple 101, 1968). Still sealed copy of the group's best-selling album of all-time, and 10th best-selling album (by anyone!) of all time, according to the Record Industry Association of America. It invariably ranks among the most popular Beatles albums among collectors and critics alike, although it's probably the most controversial as well. There's a 1" split of the shrinkwrap at right center of the record opening, as well as minor spotting at right corner. Serial number on front cover is A 0389460. Condition: Still sealed.
The Beatles (aka The White Album) Mono LP (UK - Apple 7067, 1968). This UK-released copy is the original "top-loader" version, not the more common album version with the record opening on the side. This was a design unique to the UK release, but only for the original issues. Later issues open at the side, just as do the US versions. This copy also comes with all the original inserts, and the original black insert sleeves, instead of the standard white sleeves. Our offering is numbered 0034406. Opinions among fans and critics vary widely on this two-disc album, but the fact is it's one of the best-selling albums of all time, and it would be hard to find a more collectible, original issue copy than this one. Condition: EX 7/ EX 7.
The Beatles (aka The White Album) Sealed Stereo LP (Apple 101, 1968). This two-disc album, with gatefold cover, four color photos, and a poster, featured the most diverse selection of songs of all the Beatles albums. A huge success commercially, the album charted for 155 weeks, has sold more copies than any other Beatles album, and claimed the #1 spot on Billboard's Top 200 for nine weeks. Practically impossible to find a copy of the cover in Near Mint or better grades because of the all white (front and back) design. Problem solved! Here's a sealed copy with factory fresh snow white covers! It's numbered "No 2499386", and has a red "Sam Goody" sticker on the shrinkwrap in back. Condition: Near Mint (some corner blunting and small tear of shrinkwrap at bottom left corner)/ Still Sealed.
Beatles Abbey Road Mono LP (Brazil - Apple 1008, 1969). Very rare mono copy from Brazil of one of the group's biggest albums of all-time. Condition: NM 8/VG-EX 6.
The Beatles Christmas Album From Then to You 1970 (UK - Apple 2153-54, 1970). The lads' annual offering for the Official Beatles Fan Club featured recordings from 1963-69. Condition: VG-EX 6, with small tear at bottom back/VG-EX 6.
The Beatles Christmas Album (SBC 100, 1970). This US release was available only to the group's fan club, and included contents from the fan club Christmas singles that had been released from 1963 through 1969. Condition: EX 7/MT 9.
Beatles Let It Be Radio Spots (United Artists 42370, 1970). This super-rare one-sided 7" disc contains three radio spots for the Beatles' movie Let It Be that plays at 33 1/3. The spots run 10, 30, and 60 seconds. Condition: EX 7.
Beatles "In My Life" Acetate (Emidisc, 1965) Brian Epstein's Personal Copy. This one-sided 7" 45 rpm acetate has quite a history. The song was included on the classic Rubber Soul album, and often makes the short list of greatest-ever Beatles tunes, John Lennon at his sensitive, poignant best. In fact, it was voted the #1 Beatles song of all time in a poll by the highly respected UK magazine Record Collector. That makes the limited number acetate a highly-prized collectible, but there's more! This copy is from band manager Brian Epstein's personal collection, inherited by his brother Clive following Brian's untimely death in 1967. It was obtained in 1978 from Clive Epstein by noted author Gareth L. Pawlowski (How They Became the Beatles), a serious collector who took great pride in owning unique memorabilia, after Pawlowski made a donation to an Epstein family-supported charity. Included is a copy of Clive Epstein's letter to Pawlowski dated June 23, 1978, advising the disc was on its way to America. Also included is a letter of authenticity from Gary Johnson of Rockaway Records, dated February 11, 1996 attesting to the acetate's ownership history. A fab piece from the Fab Four's glory days. Condition: VG 5.
Beatles "Get Back" Stereo Acetate (Capitol S X46843, 1969). An 8" 45 rpm stereo acetate of the two-sided smash "Get Back"/"Don't Let Me Down". "Get Back" was one of the boys' biggest singles ever, holding down Billboard's #1 spot for five weeks in 1969. Condition: VG-EX 6.
The Beatles Revolver Original Capitol Records Stereo Metal Mothers (1966). All right, kiddies, let's review - first comes the master tape of a recording session, then an acetate, then a metal master, then a metal mother, then a metal stamper, and finally that vinyl version you saved your allowance for. The mother is playable and has the purest sound of all the step versions that are playable, but it's hard on styluses! They're one-sided and extremely rare -- you may never see another mother of this album, one of the Beatles' most critically acclaimed. Condition: Disc A: NM 8; Disc B: VG-EX 6.
The Beatles Vintage Ed Sullivan Show Contact Sheets. A set of nine b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring a total of 108 images from the Beatles' historic February 9, 1964 live performance on The Ed Sullivan Show. Images include shots of Sullivan, the screaming girls in the audience, the band, and guests Georgia Brown and Clive Revill before, during, and after the show. Roughly 74 million viewers -- about half of the American population -- watched the group perform on the show that day. The next morning, many newspapers described the Fab Four as a "fad" that "could not carry a tune across the Atlantic", but it would be the lads from Liverpool who had the last laugh. A great set of images, in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition.
The Beatles Ed Sullivan Show Vintage Contact Sheets. A set of six b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring a total of 109 images from the Beatles' historic February 9, 1964 live performance on The Ed Sullivan Show. Images include shots of Sullivan, the audience, the band, and guests Frank Gorshin, Tessie O'Shea, and Georgia Brown before, during, and after the show. It was the band's first live American television performance, and proved to be one that would change the face of Pop music. A great set of images, in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition.
The Beatles Ed Sullivan Show Vintage Contact Sheets. A set of four b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring a total of 39 images from the Beatles' historic February 9, 1964 live performance on The Ed Sullivan Show. Images include shots of Sullivan, the audience, the band, and other guests before, during, and after the show. It was the band's first live American television performance, and it exposed the country to its first real dose of "Beatlemania"; it was also ranked as the most watched TV episode ever (viewed by more than 23 million households), until eclipsed by the series finale of The Fugitive in 1967. A great set of images, in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition.
The Beatles Vintage Ed Sullivan Show Contact Sheets. A set of four b&w 8" x 10" contact sheets featuring a total of 61 images from one of the Beatles' historic February 1964 live performances on The Ed Sullivan Show. Images include shots of Sullivan, and the band, including them during warm-up and on the beach in Miami before the show. Though dismissed as a "fad" by newspapers the following morning, the band would prove to be a cultural phenomenon, thanks largely in part to their three appearances on Sullivan's variety show. A great set of images, in overall Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Beatles at LAX in 1964 Vintage Photos. Set of four vintage b&w 8" x 10" photos of the Beatles arriving at LAX airport on August 18, 1964, and the press conference held there immediately after. The event marked the start of the Fab Four's first official American tour, a series of 25 shows that began the next day in San Francisco. In Excellent condition. From the Edward Weston Collection.
Beatles Help! Promo Stills. Set of five b&w 8" x 10" promo stills for the 1965 Beatles movie, featuring a title shot plus one photo each of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. In Excellent condition.
Beatles Help! British Color Promo Stills. A complete set of eight scarce color-tinted 8" x 10" British promo stills for the 1965 comedy starring the Beatles. It was their second feature, inspired in part by the James Bond-fueled spy craze of the '60s, the featured the Fab Four on the run from a dangerous cult. The photos are in overall Very Fine condition with the occasional instance of creasing or wear.
Beatles Band-Signed Photo. This vintage b&w 5.5" x 4" photo of the band circa the early '60s with Beatles fan club logo and address printed on the reverse, Signed by Paul, George, and Ringo on the front in blue ink. (Our third-party authenticators could not confirm John's signature). Harrison added the inscription "To Judy/love from" and three X's under his signature, and also added "Thanks for your letter/George H." on the reverse in blue ink. A great item to have, since items autographed by the band after 1963 are difficult to find, and, after 1969, extremely scarce. (After the band stopped doing live concerts in 1966, they came together as a group mostly just for recording sessions, and that only until production concluded on Abbey Road in August 1969.) The photo has a deep vertical fold crease down the center that runs through both of George's inscriptions as well as Ringo's signature, and there is residue from a prior tape repair to the crease on the reverse; otherwise, the photo is in Fine to Very Fine condition with mild wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles and Beach Boys Closed Circuit TV Concert Film Ticket. An unused ticket for the March 15, 1964 CCTV viewing in Norfolk, VA, of footage of the Beatles' February 11, 1964 American concert debut at the Washington Coliseum. About a month later, footage of the concert was combined with separate footage of performances by the Beach Boys and Lesley Gore and shown in selected US movie theaters as a closed-circuit concert, transmitted over telephone lines on four separate occasions over two weekends in March. (The Beach Boys/Gore footage was largely unseen after that, until being rediscovered in the '90s.) The ticket is in Excellent condition.
Beatles Unused 1966 Japanese Concert Ticket. An unused ticket to the Beatles' July 2, 1966 evening concert at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo, the final of their five concerts played over the course three days at the venue. The band received death threats for performing at the venue, a devoted martial arts arena; this, combined just days later with a hostile send-off in the Philippines and the public outrage in the US over John Lennon's "we're more popular than Jesus now" comment, led the band to swear off touring and to focus more on studio recording. This would be the Beatles' final performance in Japan, and one of their last shows ever as a band. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Beatles Band-Signed Card. This vintage Top Rank Sunday Dancing Club membership card is dated January 7, 1962, in an unknown hand on the front, and signed by all four Beatles on the reverse. Paul has signed "Love/Paul McCartney" in black, George Harrison has signed in red ink, Ringo Starr in blue with a small star drawn underneath, and John Lennon in blue as well. All have added one or more X's under their respective names. Most likely signed near the end of the band's pre-celebrity period, this is extremely desirable, since items autographed by the band after 1963 are difficult enough to find, and, after 1969, extremely scarce. The piece is in Good to Very Good condition with mild to moderate edge wear and soiling and several criss-crossing deep creases that run through the signatures. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Band Signed Shirt. This fantastic vintage light gray short-sleeved shirt with a Beatles logo silk screened onto the right breast has been signed by John, Paul, George, and Ringo in blue ink on the right side. After the band stopped doing live concerts in 1966, they came together as a group mostly just for recording sessions, and that only until production concluded on Abbey Road in August 1969. So, while items signed by all four Beatles after 1963 are scarce enough, by 1969 there were virtually no additional items being signed by all four members. The shirt is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some areas of mild discoloration, and has been tastefully framed as a display piece along with one color and one b&w 8" x 10" photo of the band, to an overall size of 36" x 43".
Set of Beatles Signatures Done by Paul McCartney. Sometimes when one or more members of a group were indisposed, another would fill in for them. In this case, Paul McCartney signed a 3" x 4.5" card for himself as well as John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison, and added "love from the Beatles" at the top. The card is in fine condition with tape on reverse-side corners and a quarter-inch tear above the last two letters in "Harrison." Full sets done by one member are rare and very collectible. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - This is Love Authors Signed Volume. A 1998 first edition hardbound collection of Beatles-related stories, memoirs, and essays, #4 in a limited edition of 300 signed by editor Louise Harrison and contributors John Entwistle, Butch Patrick, Penny Laine, Len Garry, John Hall, Neil Innes, and Roy Young. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - Brian Epstein Autograph. A rare and highly desirable autograph by Beatles manager Brian Epstein in blue ink on a 3" x 4.25" notecard. A talented young music entrepreneur during the British Invasion of the '60s, Epstein is credited with the Beatles success during their early years, prior to dying from an accidental drug overdose in 1967, at age 32. In Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - Max Scheler and Astrid Kirchherr Signed Liverpool Days Limited Edition. A rare first edition Beatles book with slipcase, by Scheler and Kirchherr, #2,004 in a limited edition of 2,500, signed by the authors on the limitation page. Kirchherr, who was Stuart Sutcliffe's girlfriend until his untimely death in 1962, photographed the Beatles early in the group's career; in 1964 she and fellow photographer Scheler took numerous behind the scenes photographs of the band during the filming of A Hard Day's Night, many of which are reprinted in this volume. Originally sold as a combined limited edition with the second volume, Golden Dreams, also offered in this auction. In Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Related - Max Scheler and Astrid Kirchherr Signed Golden Dreams Limited Edition. Another rare first edition Beatles book with slipcase, by Scheler and Kirchherr, #2,004 in a limited edition of 2,500, signed by the authors on the limitation page. Similar to the previous lot, but a different collection. Early Beatles member Stu Sutcliffe's ex-girlfriend Astrid Kirchherr and Max Scheler photographed the group behind the scenes in 1964, during the early, heady days of Beatlemania. Originally sold as a combined limited edition with the second volume, Liverpool Days, also offered in this auction. In Excellent condition, accompanied by the original larger second slipcase that held both volumes. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Related - Derek Taylor Signed It Was Twenty Years Ago Today Limited Edition. A first edition copy of former Beatles publicist Derek Taylor's '60s retrospective, #58 in a limited edition of 100, signed by him on the limitation page. The book incorporates material from Granada Television's documentary celebration of 1967, and presents interviews with key figures from the period -- among them Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Mick Jagger, Ken Kesey, Allen Ginsberg, Timothy Leary, and Hunter Thompson -- who offer their memories and interpretations of that turbulent year. Slipcase included, both in Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Heswall Jazz Club, Liverpool Handbill (1962). This period was a very busy time for the Beatles: Ringo had joined the band only a month or so ago, John and Cynthia had just married, and the group had just been in the studio with George Martin, recording their first single, Love Me Do (which wouldn't be released for another ten days). Joining the lads for this early appearance were fellow Scousers Gerry and the Pacemakers. The handbill, printed in dark blue on light blue paper measuring approximately 5.5" x 10.5", is in Very Good+ condition, with one small stain and light edge wear. Fabulous!
Beatles Please Please Me Vintage Press Kit. Rush-released on March 22, 1963, in the UK to capitalize on the success of singles "Please Please Me" and "Love Me Do", the Beatles' first LP would forever change the face of popular music. Within in a year the band would become superstars. This vintage seven-page press kit for Please Please Me features quotes from iconic BBC radio personality Brain Matthew (still broadcasting in England at age 81); a press release regarding the then-new single "From Me to You"; details on the LP; TV, radio, and concert appearance info; and contact info for Brian Epstein, George Martin, and others. The item has some very mild wear and a small rusted staple, but is otherwise in Excellent condition.
Beatles Empire Theatre, Liverpool Handbill (1963). The Beatles headed up the supporting acts for this British tour, which starred American recording artists Chris Montez and Tommy Roe. On the British musical charts at the time, the Beatles scored the #1 position with their new album, Please Please Me. The handbill, printed red on white stock, measures approximately 5.5" x 11". In Very Good+ condition, with light creases.
Beatles 1963 Odeon Concert Handbill. "The Exciting! Dynamic! Fabulous!..." reads the description on the flyer for the Odeon Leeds November 3rd, 1963 stage show staring the one and only Beatles. This is right before the lads took America by storm, but they had already won the hearts of England. The vintage 5.5" x 11.75" handbill lists opening acts Peter Jay and the Jaywalkers, the Vernons Girls, and the Kestrels, and is in Excellent condition.
The Beatles Rubber Soul Promo Poster (Capitol, 1965). The Beatles gave their fans quite a present in December, 1965, with this, their eighth Capitol release (not counting the narrative The Beatles' Story). The sound was more mature, gleaning influences from Bob Dylan, the Byrds, even Indian Raga music, but it was unmistakably the Fab Four, in their finest moment to date. This rare in-store promo poster was produced by Capitol, and measures approximately 22" x 34". The poster was folded, but otherwise shows very little wear, and is in overall VG+ condition.
The Beatles "Butcher Cover" Promotional Poster (Capitol, 1966).
Original Yesterday and Today promo poster, featuring the quickly withdrawn "Butcher Cover" design. Poster measures approximately 18" x 22". This sharp-looking copy has been professionally linen-backed, and appears to be in Excellent condition.
Original Yesterday and Today promo poster, featuring the quickly withdrawn "Butcher Cover" design. Poster measures approximately 18" x 22". This sharp-looking copy has been professionally linen-backed, and appears to be in Excellent condition.
The Beatles Help! Album Production Material (Capitol, 1965). Interesting collection of material used in the production of the American version of the Help! soundtrack album, included proof sheets of the front and back covers and inner gatefold sleeve; these also include sets of progressive proofs, in each of the four process colors, plus three inner-office memos concerning reorders of the LP. The production stat to the back cover has had the Beatles name cut out and is now torn; all other items remain mostly in Excellent condition.
Beatles Yesterday and Today Mono Butcher Cover Early Production Test Slick. A beautiful slick of the notorious album cover, obtained from the printer by a music industry insider at the right time and place when the cover was "killed". Released in 1966, it was the last Beatles album to be created exclusively for the US market by Capitol Records without the group's direct consent. What should have been a routine album was graced with a cover depicting the quartet in butcher smocks and handling raw meat and dismembered baby dolls. Initially, Capitol Records' art department went along with the gag and approved a print run of the album, but negative reactions from record chain buyers and DJs forced Capitol to reconsider and a new, tamer photo replaced the original cover. Due to the last minute change, the album ended up as the only US Beatles' album to show a loss on Capitol's books.
This early production test slick was produced by the printer (Queens Lithograph in New York) in very small quantity specifically for the examination of color and print quality. Note that while the slick itself has been cropped to represent the final album size, the image is not cropped as much as the album image itself.
Much rarer than the common Butcher Cover slicks that folks at Capitol Records had available to them to give out in greater quantities and which contained the full album cover text with the image. The 12.75" x 12" slick is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some very mild wear and discoloration along the edges. This and the Stereo version we're offering are truly rare items! Accompanied by an LOA from the original owner.
This early production test slick was produced by the printer (Queens Lithograph in New York) in very small quantity specifically for the examination of color and print quality. Note that while the slick itself has been cropped to represent the final album size, the image is not cropped as much as the album image itself.
Much rarer than the common Butcher Cover slicks that folks at Capitol Records had available to them to give out in greater quantities and which contained the full album cover text with the image. The 12.75" x 12" slick is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some very mild wear and discoloration along the edges. This and the Stereo version we're offering are truly rare items! Accompanied by an LOA from the original owner.
Beatles Yesterday and Today Stereo Butcher Cover Test Proof Slick. If you liked the Mono version slick in the previous lot, you're going to love this one! It's even more rare, a beautiful printer's proof of the infamous cover originally slated to front the same album that gave us the classic "Yesterday." Not to be confused with the more common Butcher Cover slicks that were produced in greater quantity for use by Capitol Records employees, which contain the final, entire album cover, this earlier, pre-production version, 14" x 18.5" slick features the image and the band across the top reading "New Improved", but is otherwise devoid of the text found on the final Stereo cover -- no album title, no song listing, no Capitol logo -- it's even missing the rest of what was to go with "New Improved", which was "Full Dimensional Stereo" inside the top gray-purple banner.
Note the color alignment bars and cut mark indicators at the top of the slick and how the image is uncropped, showing more image than even the final First State album cover. In Very Fine condition with some wear and mild discoloration along the edges. Accompanied by an LOA from the original owner.
Note the color alignment bars and cut mark indicators at the top of the slick and how the image is uncropped, showing more image than even the final First State album cover. In Very Fine condition with some wear and mild discoloration along the edges. Accompanied by an LOA from the original owner.
Beatles Vintage Dolls by Remco, Complete Set. A complete set of original Beatles dolls with miniature instruments, manufactured by Remco. Each stands 5" tall with rooted hair, black suits, and hard rubber bodies. All four come with their own instruments and straps, each in its original box with cellophane windows intact. The dolls are in Excellent condition, and the boxes are in Very Fine.
Beatles Vintage Novelty Items. Includes a vintage Beatles wig by Lowell Toy Manufacturing (1964, "The only authentic Beatle wig/Fits all head sizes"); a Beatles wallet (1964, complete with original comb and nail file); and a pocket-size Beatles address/daybook (1965). Items are in overall Very Fine condition, with the wig still in its original packaging.
Beatles Assorted Memorabilia Items. Set of seven vintage items includes a Beatles hair brush, a reversible Beatles headband, a wrapper from a Beatle Krunch Coated Ice Cream Bar, a Beatles tie pin set, two Beatles necklaces, and a Beatles medallion. Most of the items are in their original packaging, and in overall Very Fine condition.
The Beatles Show 1963 Tour Book. A 16-page program book for their late-August 1963 performances at the Odeon Cinema in Southport, with opening acts Sons of the Piltdown Men, Gerry and the Pacemakers, The Fourmost, and others, signed on page 13 by Fourmost member Billy Hatton. Includes photos and bios of the Beatles and the members of their opening acts. In Fine to Very fine condition with some moisture damage.
Beatles Winter Gardens Concert Program, 1963. A program booklet from one of the 12 shows the Beatles performed at the Winter Gardens in Kent from July 8-13, 1963. In Fine condition with some wear, soiling, and heavy wear tot he spine.
Beatles 1964 Australian Tour Book. A 36-page program book from the band's 1964 tour down under. The tour was hugely successful and largely incident free, with the band playing numerous concerts in Australia and New Zealand over a three-week period. Rarely seen in the US, this tour book is full of photos and bios on the band as well as opening acts Sounds Incorporated, Alan Field, Johnny Devlin, and Johnny Chester and the Phantoms. In Fine condition with some wear and soiling.
Beatles 1966 Japanese Tour Book. A 16-page tour book from the Beatles' June 30-July 2, 1966 performances at Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo. The band received death threats for performing at the venue, which had originally been dedicated to accommodate martial arts events. This, combined just days later with a hostile send-off in the Philippines and the public outrage in the US over John Lennon's "we're more popular than Jesus now" comment, led the band to stop touring and to focus more on studio recording. These would be the Beatles' final performances in Japan, and some of their last shows ever as a band. In Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - Abbey Road Street Sign. The Beatles named their final studio album Abbey Road (1969) after the EMI Abbey Road Studios where it was recorded, which in turn took its name from its North London location. Both the album and its cover image, which depicts the Beatles walking across said street, have since become music icons (the street has been a tourist attraction since 1970.) . This 30" x 17.5" tin street sign is one of the series of metal signs that adorned the road in the 1970s, before they began to be replaced with newer versions, most recently signs painted on buildings. This sign is one of the heavier versions from the early '70s and is in Very Fine condition with some signs of wear.
The Beatles' Meet the Beatles! RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to the Beatles by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of $1 million worth of their January 1964 LP, their second US release. The album featured the hit singles "I Want to Hold Your Hand" and "I Saw Her Standing There", and ranks #59 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The award is framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Beatles '65 RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorating the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the Beatles' chart-topping LP. Their seventh musical release in the US, it jumped from the #98 position to the #1 spot on the Billboard charts -- the biggest leap to the top in history at the time. The award is framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
The Beatles' Revolver RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to the Beatles by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of $1 million worth of their 1966 LP. Often regarded as the Beatles' greatest studio album, it was released before their final tour in August 1966, but the band did not perform songs from the album live due to many of the tracks being too complex to do so. The award is framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
The Beatles' Abbey Road RIAA Gold Record Award. The last Beatles album to be recorded (although Let It Be was the last to be released), Abbey Road was a fitting swan song for the group, following the conceptual vein of Sgt. Pepper (the 16 minute medley on Side 2) but also featuring classic songs "Come Together", "Something", and "Oh, Darling." Abbey Road topped the US album charts for 11 weeks and remained in the Top 40 for 32 weeks. This gold album award was presented to the Beatles in honor of the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the album (it has since gone platinum at least 12 times). Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
The Beatles 1962-1966 RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of $1 million worth of the 1973 greatest hits double album. The first post breakup Beatles compilation album, the bandmembers themselves participated in selecting the artwork and the songs for inclusion. The award is framed to an overall size of 17.5" x 21.5" and in Excellent condition.
The Beatles Reel Music RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records to commemorate the sale of more than 500,000 copies of the 1982 compilation LP that featured songs from Beatles movies. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - George Harrison Signed I Me Mine Limited Edition Volume (1980). An first edition volume of Harrison's autobiography, #1,309 in a limited edition of 2,000, signed on the limitation page by the late Beatle in black ink. The book is bound in brown half-leather with a guitar illustration stamped on the boards and gilt edges. Most copies of this volume are secured in the collections of Beatles enthusiasts, and very rarely appear on the market. This copy is in Very Fine to Excellent condition with some very minor wear to the slipcase.
John Lennon Wedding Album Sealed Box Set (Apple 3361, 1969). As with John and Yoko's previous albums, the music was an acquired taste -- for diehard Lennon fans only! But the package was impressive! There were photos galore, including a 17-page booklet of wedding photos and clippings, two posters, and even a copy of the happy couple's wedding certificate! And, of course, the record, more than 47 minutes of music, and other stuff! Condition: Still Sealed.
Beatles John Lennon "God" Stereo Acetate (Apple, 1970). "God" was included on the album John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, and originally designated for release as a single. At the last minute, another selection from the album, "Mother", was chosen over "God" for a single release, which makes this one-sided 7" stereo acetate even more unique. Comes with a letter of authenticity from Fab 4 Collectibles. Condition: VG 5.
Beatles John Lennon "#9 Dream" Acetate (No label, 1974). Nice copy of a half-speed mastered 10" 45 rpm acetate of the 1974 Top 10 hit "#9 Dream" off of Walls and Bridges, one of John Lennon's biggest albums. Condition: VG-EX 6.
Beatles Related - John Lennon Signed "Glass Onion" Agreement. Much like "I Am the Walrus", John Lennon's "Glass Onion" was a playful song written in response to the fans who pondered his work looking for hidden clues and meanings (especially in regards to the "Paul is dead" urban legend). The song is ultimately a collection of lyrics drawn from other Beatles songs, namely "I Am the Walrus", "Strawberry Fields Forever", "Lady Madonna", "The Fool on the Hill", "Fixing a Hole", "There's A Place", "I'm Looking Through You", and "Within You Without You". This publishing agreement between Maclen Music and Northern Songs Ltd., dated October 15, 1968, is signed by Lennon in black felt tip. The contract is in Excellent condition, and has been matted and framed along with a color image of Lennon and a small plaque, to an overall size of 13" x 30.5". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - John Lennon Signed Publishing Agreement. A double-sided publishing agreement dated October 16, 1968, for the song "Cry, Baby, Cry", signed by Lennon in black felt tip and former Beatles road manager Neil Aspinall in black ink. The date of the contract places it just one month before the release of The Beatles (The White Album), on which the song appears, it assigns joint ownership of the song to Lennon and Paul McCartney. The document is in Very Fine to Excellent condition, and has been matted and framed in a 22.5" x 18.5" double-sided display frame along with color 8" x 10" photo of Lennon. Accompanied by an LOA from Beatles historian Frank Caiazzo and a James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - John Lennon Signed Check. A check for £867, dated October 14, 1970, and signed by Lennon in black ink. The date on the check places it six months after the public announcement of the breakup of the Beatles, and five months after the release of their final studio album, Let It Be. Paul McCartney would file a suit for the dissolution of the Beatles partnership on December 31, 1970, effectively ending the band's career together. The check is in Excellent condition with the usual bank cancellation marks, and is matted and framed along with a b&w image of Lennon and small plaque, to an overall size of 13.75" x 22.5". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles/John Lennon Related "John Sinclair" Lyrics Handwritten by Sinclair. An 11" x 14" sheet of light cardstock with the lyrics for Lennon's 1972 single "John Sinclair" handwritten by Sinclair in black ink. Released as the eighth track on the Some Time in New York City LP, the song was written about the poet, activist, and one-time MC5 manager and his being sentenced to ten years in prison for marijuana possession in 1969. Lennon, Yoko Ono, Stevie Wonder, Allen Ginsberg, Abbie Hoffman, and others organized and performed at the "Free John Now Rally" in December 1971; three days later, Sinclair was released from prison when the Michigan Supreme Court ruled the state's marijuana statutes unconstitutional. An intriguing piece of '70s history, in Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Beatles Related - Yoko Ono Signed Sometime in New York City Limited Edition Volume. A copy of the 1995 volume illustrated with color and b&w photographs of John Lennon taken by Bob Gruen and interspersed with text by Gruen, Ono, and Lennon, #2,006 in a limited edition of 3,500 (the first 2,500 of which were signed by Ono and Gruen). The volume features black morocco riveted to pictorial aluminum covers featuring screen-printed images of Lennon, and comes in a slipcase which is itself contained within a covered with colored pictorial cloth box featuring a metal title plate. This copy is in Excellent condition and is still sealed in plastic. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
John Lennon Bag One Erotic Print, 183/300 (1970). One of the more risque prints from the famous series of 14 lithographs, made from drawings John presented as a wedding present to Yoko in 1969. This particular print caused quite an uproar when it was originally exhibited in England, causing several of the prints to be confiscated and ultimately damaged. Here's a lovely print done in brown sepia, numbered and signed by John in pencil, in Excellent condition.
John Lennon's Mind Games RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to "John Ono Lennon" to commemorate the sale of more than one million copies of the 1973 LP. The release of the album coincided with the beginning of Lennon's "lost weekend" and the end of his period of activism, following the hostile reaction to the politically charged Sometime in New York City (1972). The award is framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and is in Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - John Lennon Shaved Fish RIAA Platinum Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of one million copies of Lennon's 1975 compilation LP, featuring every single that he had issued in the United States as a solo artist with the exception of "Stand By Me". The award is framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - Paul McCartney Signed 1989 Tour Book. A 98-page tour book from McCartney's 1989-90 world tour, signed by him on the front cover in black felt tip. The tour was McCartney's first since the death of John Lennon, and the US leg represented his first Stateside concerts in 13 years. In Fine to Very Fine condition with some edge and corner wear, and a few small creases. Accompanied by a COA from Beatles historian Frank Caiazzo.
Beatles Related - McCartney: Yesterday and Today Signed Limited Edition Volume. Leather-bound volume with slipcase, #14 in a limited edition of 750, signed on the limitation page author Ray Coleman in blue ink. The book was written with the co-operation of Paul McCartney and published to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the recording of "Yesterday", one of the most popular songs in history, with more than 2,500 versions recorded by countless artists. Includes rare color and b&w photos. In Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Paul McCartney Signed Left-Handed Hofner Bass. In 1956, Walter Hofner conceived an amplified semi-acoustic bass that revolutionized popular music. The design was launched at the 1956 Frankfurt Music Fair and rose to fame after Paul McCartney bought his first Hofner bass in a shop in Hamburg in 1961, and used it on many of the Beatles' most famous songs. McCartney continues to use Hofner to this day, and the design is often referred to as the "Beatle bass." This Hofner Icon Series bass guitar (made in China with slightly different materials, and lacking the "zero" fret) has a design approximating Hofner's original, and is beautifully signed across the pickguard by McCartney in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition, accompanied by a hard-shell carrying case. Accompanied by letters of authenticity from Beatles autograph experts Frank Caiazzo and Perry Cox.
Beatles/Paul McCartney Related - Wings Over America Concert Ticket and Tour Book, 1976. A rare unused ticket for the April 9, 1976 show in Fort Worth, Texas, with a vintage 18-page tour book (Very Fine). The show was part of the American leg of the bands Wings Over the World tour (which spawned the chart-topping Wings Over America triple-live album).
Beatles Related - Paul McCartney and Wings 1980 Japanese Tour Book. Plans for Wings' world tour in 1980 were abruptly derailed when McCartney was arrested at Tokyo airport for marijuana possession. He was released from jail after nine days and promptly deported, and as a result the Japanese leg of the tour was canceled along with other short term plans for the band. This 52-page program book from the tour-that-never happened features numerous color and b&w photos of the band and is in Excellent condition, accompanied by its original cover sleeve (in Very Fine condition).
Beatles Related - George Harrison Signed Check. A check for £780, dated March 12, 1971 (just a few months before the groundbreaking Concert for Bangladesh). and signed by Harrison in black ink. In Excellent condition with the usual bank cancellation marks, matted and framed along with a color image of Harrison and a small nameplate, to an overall size of 14" x 24". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles-Related - Derek Taylor & George Harrison Signed Copy of Fifty Years Adrift. An ornate hardbound volume with slipcase, #1,981 in a limited edition of 2,000, signed by author Derek Taylor on the limitation page with George Harrison's signature printed on the foreword page. Taylor recounts his association with the Beatles, during which he worked as their publicist. The book is illustrated throughout with facsimiles of Beatles concert posters, tickets, photographs, contracts, letters, and handbills, printed in color and b&w. Slight scuffing to the spine and the bookplate on the slipcase, otherwise in Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
George Harrison Signed Limited Edition Songs by George Vol. 1 (Genesis Publications Ltd., 1987). A limited edition of the deluxe format book Songs by George Harrison Vol. 1, #2009 limited edition of 2,500 signed by Harrison and illustrator Keith West. Genesis Publications is famous for its beautiful limited editions of Rock and Roll icons, and this is a prime example. The edition features lyrics from a wide array of songs written by Harrison with color plates and illustrations by Keith West throughout, black half-morocco boards, and gilt edges, the whole contained in a custom-made clamshell box with card tray. The foreword of the book is by Jeff Lynne, the middleword is by Elton John, and the backword is by George Harrison. The special 33 1/3 rpm EP contains "Sat Singing" (Recorded March 1980), "Lay His Head" (Recorded April 1980), "For You Blue" (Recorded live in Washington D.C., December 1974), and "Flying Hour" (Recorded March 1978). All are in NM condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
George Harrison Autographed Cloud Nine Album Cover Proof (Dark Horse/Warner, 1987). Here's a beautiful, untrimmed (and perfect for framing) printer's color proof for the front and back album covers to Cloud Nine, with a great blue felt tip autograph on the front. This is one of George's most popular solo records, featuring the hit song, "Got My Mind Set On You", as well as his heartfelt tribute to the lads, "When We Was Fab". The proof measures approximately 28.5" x 16.75", and is in Excellent condition. If the "Quiet Beatle" is your cup of tea, you'll not want to let this pass you by without a bid, mate!
George Harrison Signed Limited Edition Songs by... Vol. II (Genesis Publications, Ltd., 1992). A handsome copy of the deluxe format book Songs by George Harrison Vol. II, #2,008 in a limited edition of 2,500 signed by Harrison and illustrator Keith West. Genesis Publications are famous for their beautiful limited editions of Rock and Roll icons, and this is a prime example. As with Vol. I, this edition features lyrics from a wide array of songs written by Harrison with color plates and illustrations by Keith West throughout, black half-morocco boards, and gilt edges, and a Songs CD, all contained in custom-made clamshell box with card tray. All are in Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Related - George Harrison and Eric Clapton Live In Japan Book Signed By Harrison (Genesis Publications, Ltd., 1993). Number 1,828 in a limited edition of 3,500 copies signed by Harrison, this large format, full-color book features almost 500 previously unpublished photos from their 1992 tour of Japan. The foreword by Eric Clapton explains how George was persuaded to return to touring after a break of 17 years. The first chapter is written by George himself and details his thoughts and feelings on taking to the road after such a long absence. It includes George's personal recollections of the tour and memories of times on the road with the Beatles. Subsequent chapters are written by each member of Clapton's band. Also included are a double CD with original artwork and 19 live tracks from the tour, and a souvenir pack containing a laminated after-show pass and Clapton and Harrison's guitar picks. All items are in Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Related - George Harrison Signed "Songs by George Harrison" Limited Edition Lithograph Portfolio. This set of three 17" x 25" lithographs is #828 in a limited of 850 portfolios featuring three Harrison-themed lithos by artist Keith West, each numbered and signed by West and Harrison. The works are titled Piggies, Taxman, and Here Comes the Sun, each inspired by a song written by Harrison during his tenure with the Beatles. The works are stored in custom protective sleeves inside a black portfolio case, and each is in Excellent condition. From the Randy Bachman Collection.
Beatles Related - George Harrison Signed Limited Edition Lithograph. A 17" x 25" lithograph by Keith West titled "Piggies", #225 in a limited edition of 850, signed by West as well as Harrison at the bottom in pencil. The last of a series of three Harrison-themed lithos to be produced by Genesis, the drawing illustrates George's song of the same name from the Beatles' White Album. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - George Harrison All Things Must Pass RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records by the RIAA to commemorate the sale of more than $1 million worth of Harrison's 1970 solo LP. The first triple album by a solo artist, it is widely considered to be one of the best albums made by a Beatle as a solo artist, and has gone platinum six times. The award is framed to 17.5" x 21.5" and has been restored to Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - George Harrison Dark Horse RIAA Gold Album Award. Presented to Capitol Records for the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Harrison's 1974 solo LP. Features a mounted gold disc along with the RIAA-issued dedication plaque. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Very Fine condition.
George Harrison Cloud Nine RIAA Gold Album Award. Commemorates the sale of more than 500,000 copies of Harrison's 1987 comeback LP. Cloud Nine re-established Harrison as a critically-acclaimed recording artist, thanks in part to the chart-topping track "Got My Mind Set On You". That song reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The LP was also George Harrison's final studio album released in his lifetime. Framed to an overall size of 17" x 21" and in Excellent condition.
Beatles Related - Ringo Starr Signed Receipt. A carbon copy of a receipt from Cave Photographic for developing and printing two rolls of film and framing one picture, signed by Ringo as "R. Starkey". In Excellent condition, matted and framed along with a b&w image of the Beatles drummer and a small nameplate, to an overall size of 14" x 28". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beatles Related - Ringo Starr Signed Check. A check for £3, dated January 14, 1974, signed "R. Starkey" by Starr in black ink. In Excellent condition with the usual bank cancellation marks, matted and framed along with a b&w image of the former Beatle and a small nameplate, to an overall size of 13.5" x 22.5". Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
A.R.T. Benefit #1 Event Artist-signed Poster, 86/350 (Artist Rights Now, 1986). This event was the first in an annual series of benefit concerts/art shows, highlighting the remarkable work of Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Alton Kelley, Wes Wilson, and Stanley Mouse. All five artists signed this poster, for a concert by John Cippolina and Greg Elmore (from Quicksilver Messenger Service), Nick Gravenites (Electric Flag), Jesse Colin Young (the Youngbloods), and more. The poster, printed on heavyweight art paper, measures approximately 20" x 26", and is in NM condition.
A.R.T. Benefit Concert #4 Artist-signed Poster, 269/350 (Artist Rights Today, 1989). The "Big Five" of San Francisco poster art -- Stanley Mouse, Rick Griffin, Alton Kelley, Wes Wilson, and Victor Moscoso -- teamed to create this intensely gorgeous poster, printed on heavyweight art paper. The event featured performances by Jerry Garcia, Country Joe McDonald, Nick Gravenites, and more. Measuring approximately 19.75" x 25.75"; signed by all five artists. Near Mint condition.
Atlanta International Pop Festival Event Poster (1969). Featuring Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker, Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Sweetwater, Canned Heat, Spirit, and many others. Over 200,000 people flocked to the Atlanta speedway for this two-day festival for the amazing lineup. B-style poster measures approximately 28" x 22", and is in NM- condition.
Joan Baez/Grateful Dead Peace Mt. Tamaiplais Concert Handbill (1966). Rare handbill for a benefit rally for Phil Drath's congressional write-in campaign in 1966, featuring what looks like Winnie-the Pooh and Piglet walking into the sunset. This is only the second one of these to come our way, and a much nicer copy than the first. It measures approximately 8.5" x 11", is a first printing, and other than some light edge foxing, is in Excellent condition.
Big Brother and the Holding Company Concert Group (Family Dog, 1967-68). Two beautiful, gold-toned concert posters for Big Brother and the Holding Company, featuring Janis Joplin, are joined with another Family Dog poster, for Moby Grape and It's a Beautiful Day. The posters are FD48 ("James Gurley/Tribal Stomp #2", first printing, approximately 20" x 14"), FD72 ("Family Portrait", first printing, 14" x 20"), and FD-690124 (the Moby Grape poster, first printing, 27.25" x 11"). All are in Excellent condition.
Big Brother and the Holding Company "Contact" Avalon Concert Poster FD52 (Family Dog, 1967). Original first-printing poster for Janis Joplin and band, appearing with Charles Lloyd and the Sir Douglas Quintet for two shows at the Avalon Ballroom. Poster measures approximately 20" x 14". In Near Mint condition.
Big Brother and the Holding Company/Blue Cheer Shrine Concert Poster (Pinnacle, 1968). A cool b&w poster for Janis Joplin and band's January 12-13, 1968 shows at the Shrine in Los Angeles. This first-printing poster measures approximately 26.75" x 19.5", and is in NM- condition.
Big Brother & the Holding Co./MC5/Grande Ballroom Concert Poster (Russ Gibb, 1968). For a two-night stand, Big Brother rocked Detroit. This poster features a unique group shot of the band. Poster design by artist Gary Grimshaw. Poster measures approximately 13" x 22", and is in NM- condition.
Big Brother and the Holding Company Shrine Exposition Hall Concert Artist Signed Poster (Pinnacle, 1968). This gorgeously psychedelic poster for a show featuring Janis Joplin and Blues great Albert King was a joint design project by Zap Comix artists Victor Moscoso and Rick Griffin. We believe it to be a first printing, measuring approximately 16" x 26.5", and it is in Excellent condition. As a special bonus, it has been boldly signed by Griffin (who died in 1991) in the lower right corner.
Eric Burdon & the Animals, Iron Butterfly Tijuana Pop Festival Event Poster (Leo Blum, 1968). Poster measures approximately 14" x 20", and is in VG- condition with tape stain and tear 2.25" bottom right side.
The Byrds/Sonny And Cher - Robert Kennedy Benefit Concert Poster (1968). Robert Kennedy was riding high on the presidential campaign trail when this all-star rally was held. With his intelligence, charisma, and popular support, the nomination seemed in the bag, but it was not meant to be. This original poster is printed on heavy orange stock, measuring approximately 11" x 17". In VG+ condition, with minor edge wear.
Chicago Seed/East Village Other Concert Postcard Group (Bill Graham/Family Dog, 1967-68). This interesting group of cards and small handbills came directly from the collection of Don Lewis, the art director for two important Underground papers -- the Chicago Seed, and the East Village Other. Several cards have been addressed to Russ Gibb, the well-known Detroit promoter. Most cards are from the Fillmore, Winterland, or Avalon in San Francisco, or New York's Fillmore East. Musical acts include the Doors, Buffalo Springfield, Pink Floyd, the Byrds, Big Brother and the Holding Company, the Animals, Chuck Berry, Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and more. Condition ranges from VG to NM.
Country Joe and the Fish Afterthought Concert Poster (1967).
One of artist Bob Masse's legendary poster designs for Vancouver's hippest venue, the Afterthought. First printing poster, measuring approximately 14" x 20". Excellent condition.
One of artist Bob Masse's legendary poster designs for Vancouver's hippest venue, the Afterthought. First printing poster, measuring approximately 14" x 20". Excellent condition.
Cream KRLA Farewell Tour Poster (1968). Los Angeles radio station KRLA sponsored the band's October 1968 gig at the Forum, and this undated poster is from that time. Despite the scaled-back b&w graphics (a departure from the group's usual psychedelic style), it's a great poster, sure to be a highlight of your collection. It measures approximately 17.75" x 22", and is in Excellent condition. Turn on to Cream!
Donovan Sunshine Superman Martin Sharp Poster (1967). Silver metallic poster, designed by Australian cartoonist Martin Sharp, who did similar images for Cream's Wheels of Fire album cover and others. We believe this to be a first printing poster, measuring approximately 20" x 30". In Very Good condition, with some surface wear and tarnish to the metallic inks.
The Doors Concert Poster Group (Family Dog, 1967). Second printing copies of two well-known Family Dog posters: FD61 "Butterfly Lady", designed by Victor Moscoso, and FD-D18 "Pay Attention" aka "Spaceman", designed by Rick Griffin. The FD-D18 has a very minor crease in the lower left corner; otherwise, both pieces are in Excellent condition.
Doors/Lothar and the Hand People/Captain Beefheart "Flash" Denver Concert Poster FD-84 (Family Dog, 1967). This must have been a fun show -- headliners the Doors alongside early electronic band Lothar and the Hand People, plus the added weirdness of Captain Beefheart and his Magic Band -- wow! You people in Denver really know how to party! Lothar and the Hand People were originally a Denver-based group who are remembered today as one of the very first bands to tour with a synthesizer; their big 1968 single was appropriately called "Machines". Bob Schnepf's blinding yellow-and-white graphics have given this poster its "Flash" nickname. This is a second printing; the poster measures 14" x 20", and is in NM condition.
The Doors Pink Panther Avalon Concert Poster FD-64 (Family Dog, 1967). A beautiful poster from the psychedelic pen of Victor Moscoso. A second printing poster, promoting two sets of concerts at the Avalon Ballroom, held June 1-4. The first is the Miller Blues Band with Daily Flash, the second is the Doors with the Miller Blues Band. In NM condition; this poster measures approximately 14" x 20".
The Doors Fillmore/Winterland Concert Poster BG-93 (Bill Graham, 1967). A very colorful poster, designed by Jim Blashfield, for a set of San Francisco shows. Appearing with Jim Morrison and the Doors was the British band Procol Harum, of "Whiter Shade of Pale" fame. This first-printing poster measures approximately 14" x 20.25", and is in Excellent condition.
Tommy Dorsey/Jimmy Dorsey Terrytown Area Concert Poster (1953). "Those Fabulous Dorseys" vintage concert poster from Nebraska. The poster measures approximately 14" x 21.75", and is in VF condition.
Bob Dylan Don't Look Back Movie Poster (1967). Art print measuring approximately 20" x 30", featuring the somewhat bizarre Alan Aldridge/Harry Willock color illustration. Original printing, in NM- condition.
Bob Dylan Rolling Thunder Revue Generic Handbill (Zebra Concerts, 1975). Bob Dylan rolled through the mid-1970s with renewed vigor. Bolstered by the Top-40 song "Hurricane", he hit the long, winding road with several old pals, including Joan Baez, Ramblin' Jack Elliot, Kinky Friedman, and Bobby Neuwirth. Here's an original flyer from that tour, with a blank space at the bottom to imprint dates and venues. It measures approximately 5" x 8", and is in NM condition.
Bob Dylan Concert Poster Limited Edition Print, 117/900 (1995). Houston, Texas artist "Uncle" Charlie Hardwick designed and printed this cool poster print, originally advertising a Bob Dylan show St. Bona Venture University, New York. It's a silkscreen print on heavy art paper, measuring approximately 35" x 23", signed and numbered by the artist. In Excellent condition.
Family Dog Concert Postcard Group (1967-68). A huge stash of Family Dog cards, including:Moby Grape FD49; The Doors FD50; Grateful Dead FD54; Quicksilver Messenger Service FD58; Big Brother and the Holding Company FD 60 ("Motherload") and FD65 ("Magic Show"); Moby Grape FD75; Big Brother and the Holding Company FD77; South Side Sound System FD80; Vanilla Fudge FD85; Love FD109; Quicksilver Messenger Service FD116; Kaleidoscope FD124; Youngbloods FD125; Iron Butterfly FD126; Tim Buckley/Velvet Underground FD128; Country Joe and the Fish FD129; Quicksilver Messenger Service FD130; Pink Floyd FD131; Steppenwolf FD132; Grateful Dead FD141; Love FD146; Van Morrison FD-D6; Chuck Berry FD-D12; and Canned Heat FD-D14. All cards are unused and in Excellent condition.
Fillmore East Final Concert Poster (Bill Graham, 1971). For the closing of New York City's Fillmore East, promoter Bill Graham lined up an eclectic selection of acts that ran the gamut from folksy singer-songwriters (Laura Nyro), Blues (B. B. King, Taj Mahal), countrified Rock (Leon Russell), and Rock from jam (Allman Brothers Band, Humble Pie) to glam (Edgar Winter) to shock (Alice Cooper), and then some. This all-star, first-printing poster measures approximately 18" x 24.5"; and is in Excellent condition.
Fleetwood Mac/Ten Years After Fillmore West Concert Poster BG245, Signed by the Artist (Bill Graham, 1970). David Singer contributed this gothic triptych design for a set of four shows at San Francisco's Fillmore West. Also appearing were Procol Harum, It's a Beautiful Day, Leon Russell, Buddy Miles, and more. The double-wide poster measures approximately 28" x 21.25"; other than some very minor edge wear, it's in Excellent condition. David singer has signed the poster in silver ink below the third panel.
Flying Burrito Brothers Texas Concert Poster Group (1971). Two unusual posters promoting the California Country-Rock band in the Lone Star State: a set of gigs at Houston's Liberty Hall in May 1971, measuring approximately 17.5" x 22.5", and a pair of shows at Austin's Armadillo World Headquarters in June '71, with art by Jim Franklin; poster measuring approximately 15.25" x 10.5. Both posters are in Very Good condition.
Russ Gibb's Cream, Doors, Vanilla Fudge Concert Postcard Group (Russ Gibb, 1967-68). Three ultra-cool postcards from "Uncle" Russ Gibb's Detroit shows: December 1967 Vanilla Fudge, Grande Ballroom; April '68 Cream, Grande Ballroom, and May '68 Doors (with the Crazy World of Arthur Brown), Cobo Arena. All three are in Excellent condition.
Bill Graham Concert Postcard/Handbill Group (1966-70). Superb collection of postcards and small handbills for various Bill Graham Presents shows: 13th Floor Elevators/Great Society BG25; Yardbirds/Country Joe and the Fish BG33; Jefferson Airplane/Junior Wells BG42; The Doors/Procol Harum BG93; Jimi Hendrix Experience/Buddy miles Express BG140; Jeff Beck Group/Spirit BG148; Procol Harum/Buddy Miles BG167; The Band/Sons of Champlin BG169; Led Zeppelin/Bonzo Dog Band BG199; Rolling Stones BG201; and B.B. King/Ballinjack, BG269. In addition, there is a non-Graham Winterland card for Jefferson Airplane/Grateful Dead, October 4-5, 1970. All cards are in Excellent condition, and are original printings (the Graham postcards were never reprinted).
Grande Ballroom Concert Postcard Group (Russ Gibb, c. 1967). Great grouping of rare Detroit postcards for various Grande Ballroom shows, including Moby Grape; Frost; Blue Cheer, Blood Sweat and Tears; Youngbloods, Clear Light, Procol Harum, Wayne Cochran, and more. A mini flyer for the Electric Lotus headshop, designed by Peter Max, is included. Most items are in Excellent condition, although the Blue Cheer has been folded. All are original printings.
Grande Ballroom and Others Concert Postcard Group (Russ Gibb, 1967-68). An eclectic mix of unused cards, most from Detroit's Grande Ballroom: James Cotton Band (2 different); Eric Burdon and the Animals/Grateful Dead; Youngbloods; Butterfield Blues Band; the Byrds; James Gang/MC5. In addition, there's a Richie Havens/United States of America/Troggs card for a Fillmore East show; a Crazy World of Arthur Brown at the Olympia Theater (Detroit) card; a Mad Peck-designed card for a Bee Gees show in Rhode Island, and finally, an Electric Lotus handbill, featuring a Peter Max design. All cards are in Excellent condition.
Grande Ballroom Concert Postcard Group (Russ Gibb, c. 1968). A set of impossibly rare, beautifully designed (by Gary Grimshaw and others) postcards promoting Russ Gibb shows in Detroit. Musical acts include Steve Miller Band, Buddy Guy, James Cotton, Chambers Brothers, Eric Burdon and the Animals, Canned Heat, Jeff Beck Group, Grateful Dead, and more. Also included is a postcard for the 1968 Saugatuck Pop Festival, with a listing of acts including Procol Harum, Muddy Waters, the Stooges, and more. All the cards are unused, and in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Anniversary Party Old Cheese Factory Concert Handbill (1966). A beautiful design by Stanley Mouse graces this first-print handbill. It measures approximately 8.5" x 11"; outside of a creased upper left corner, is in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Skeleton and Roses Concert Poster FD-26-3 (Family Dog, 1966). Third printing on uncoated index stock, measuring approximately 14" x 20". VG+ condition.
Grateful Dead Skeleton and Roses Avalon Concert Handbill FD26 (Family Dog, 1966). The classic Stanley Mouse "Skeleton and Roses" design, in an original-printing handbill, measuring approximately 8.5" x 11". In beautiful NM condition.
Grateful Dead/Quicksilver Messenger Service Carousel Ballroom Concert Poster (1968). The "Hundred Dollar" design, printed on light tan paper stock. Measures approximately 16" x 20", and in VG+ condition, with professional restoration made to the corners.
Grateful Dead/The Bank Concert Poster (1968). This poster reflects the difficulties the bands, venues, and fans had to go through in the late '60s. The bold statement of "The Police can only close us with YOUR fear. Please help us, the Music, and yourself. Bring Friends to The Bank. Come clean, be safe, be happy" gives you a picture of the struggles of the time. Poster measures approximately 15.25" x 23", and is in NM- condition.
Grateful Dead/Steppenwolf/Santana Fillmore West Concert Poster BG-134 (Bill Graham, 1968). This poster's Lee Conklin design of a lion with some subtle human features was adapted for use as the cover for the first Santana album in 1969. Also appearing in this all-star show: the Staple Singers, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and Sons of Champlin. This first-printing poster is on uncoated stock, measures approximately 14" x 21", and is in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Wake of the Flood Promo Poster and Color Key (Arista, 1973). For Wake of the Flood, the Dead's first album on their own label (Grateful Dead Records, distributed by Arista), as well as their first without the late Ron "Pigpen" McKernan, they chose Rick Griffin to design the Biblically-inspired cover and related promo poster. Here's a copy of that poster, which measures approximately 17" x 23". Also included with this lot is the original color key, a set of four pieces of film, in cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, that together made up the proper color image of the poster, used as a test before final production. Both the poster and color key are in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead/Blues Brothers New Year's Eve Concert Poster (Bill Graham, 1978). Here's a lovely "Blue Rose" to all the Deadheads out there. This New Year's Eve concert first-printing poster, designed by Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, measures approximately 18.75" x 28.5". Other than some very minor edge wear, the poster is in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead New Years Eve Blue Rose Winterland Concert Poster (1978). Great work from the art duo of Kelly and Mouse. With opening band The Blues Brothers, what a great New Year's party that must have been!! First Printing Size 19" x 28" Poster is in Very Good + condition.
Grateful Dead Radio City Music Hall Concert Poster (Grateful Dead Productions, 1980). The Dead take on Rockefeller Center's famed Radio City Music Hall in this stylish and colorful poster, designed for a set of shows from October, 1980. It's a first-printing poster, measuring approximately 27.5" x 21.25"; aside from a few minor edge creases, it's in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Manor Downs Concert Poster (Furlong Productions, 1982). Artist Michael Priest scores again with this wild design, totally appropriate for an Austin, Texas racetrack concert by the Dead. Priest has signed the poster in pencil, along the lower left border. Approximately 11.25" x 16.5", in Excellent condition.
Grateful Dead Skull And Roses Limited Mirror Poster Signed and Numbered by Mouse and Kelly (1990s). Fantastic mirrored Mouse and Kelly poster. Number 55 of 80. Size 20" x 27."
Grateful Dead Skull And Roses Limited Print Signed By Stanley Mouse (1990s). More great art from Stanley Mouse with a autograph from the artist. Size 22" x 29". Poster is in Excellent condition.
Rick Griffin The Eye Stencil Print, 19/60 (undated) A beautiful, colorful image of Rick Griffin's iconic "Flying Eyeball", seen here as a meteor flashing across the desert sky at sundown. Printed on illustration board, measuring approximately 20" x 15". Excellent condition.
Jimi Hendrix Experience Concert Postcard Group (Russ Gibb, 1968). Two colorful postcards from Jimi's tour with the Soft Machine; the February 23, 1968 show at Detroit's Masonic Temple (with the MC5 and the Rationals), and the next day's show in Toronto's CNE Coliseum Arena (with the Paupers). Both cards feature wild designs by Gary Grimshaw, and are in Excellent condition.
Jimi Hendrix Experience Pacific Coliseum Handbill (1968). Black-and-white handbill for the Vancouver, British Columbia venue. Opening for Jimi were New York heavies Vanilla Fudge, plus English acts Soft Machine and Eire Apparent. The handbill measures approximately 11" x 8.5", and it's in very clean, NM- condition, with neat tack holes in the top margin.
Jimi Hendrix Experience Winterland Concert Poster BG140 (Bill Graham, 1968). The classic "Beetle and Dancing Ying-Yangs" design, by Victor Moscoso and Rick Griffin, a much-coveted poster from the psychedelic era. It's a first printing, measuring approximately 14.25" x 21.5". It's been matted and framed to an overall size of 18.5" x 26", and appears to be in Excellent condition. As a bonus, an original unused ticket for the Saturday show is included, also in Excellent condition.
Jimi Hendrix Experience Fillmore/Winterland Concert Poster BG-105 First Printing, Signed by Rick Griffin (Bill Graham, 1968). The famous "Flying Eyeball" design by Zap Comix artist Rick Griffin, in a rare first printing poster. This poster was from Rick's personal collection, and he signed the lower right corner in silver ink. Size is approximately 14" x 21.5". There is an unusual printing defect, leaving too much yellow ink in the design; otherwise, the poster is in Excellent condition.
Jimi Hendrix KPPC Radio Promotional Poster (c. 1969). Before they were known as KROQ, Los Angeles' prime Rock FM station was known as KPPC. It was originally owned by a Pasadena church, and until 1970, the station was broadcasting out of the basement of the church, even after being sold and reformatted to Rock music. This poster, which asks the question, "What sort of person listens to KPPC?", features a great b&w photo of the Jimi Hendrix Experience. It measures approximately 22.5" x 28.5", and is in VG+ condition, with a few minor age spots. Rare.
Jimi Hendrix Kozik Limited Edition Signed Poster (1992). This amazing Kozik silkscreen print is hand #83 of 150 and is signed by the Austin artist Frank Kozik. This limited 25.5 x 38 masterpiece is in Near Mint condition.
Honk Orange County Fairgrounds Pavillion Concert Poster, Signed by Rick Griffin (1969). The Jazz-Rock band in concert, as advertised by this terrific b&w poster, designed by Rick Griffin. The poster measures approximately 22" x 17.5", and is in NM condition. Signed in marker by Griffin.
Hot Tuna/John Mayall Anaheim Youth Benefit Concert Poster Autographed by Rick Griffin (1975). This Orange County Jam poster features great graphics by poster/comix artist Rick Griffin. Line-up included special guests Honk, Sons of Champlin, and Les Moore. The poster measures approximately 15.5" x 23", and is in NM condition.
Human Be-In Pow-Wow: A Gathering of the Tribes Event Poster Signed by Rick Griffin (1967). This is the event that eventually led to the Summer of Love in San Francisco. Gathered for a peaceful, blissed-out day of poetry, speeches, flowers, and music from all the major Rock bands of the time, including Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and more. Some 50,000 young people grooved the day away at the Polo Grounds, in Golden Gate Park. The January 14, 1967 event was organized by the Diggers, a radical collective of improv actors who provided free food every day at the park for those who had nothing. Beat poets (like Allen Ginsberg and Lawrence Ferlinghetti), actors, writers, comedian Dick Gregory, and LSD gurus Timothy Leary and Richard Alpert urged the crowd to "Tune in, turn on, and drop out" and the Hippie Nation was born. This lovely poster, featuring a Rick Griffin design, is a first printing, in black on buff uncoated stock, and is in VG condition. It measures approximately 14.25" x 20". Wow, man!
Iron Butterfly Fillmore Concert Poster BG141 (Bill Graham, 1968). Zap Comix fans, please take note of this wild Iron Butterfly poster! It features the mind-blowing art of Zap mainstays Rick Griffin and Victor Moscoso -- two-fifths of the legendary San Francisco Big Five -- who have created some of the most colorful and memorable images to emerge form the 1960s. Also present on the bill were the Sir Douglas Quintet+2 and Sea Train. The first-printing poster measures approximately 14" x 21.5" and is in VG condition with corner wear.
Harry James and his Orchestra Concert Window Card (c. 1945). Harry James was a tremendously popular band leader, who had hit after hit ("Blues in the Night", "Too Marvelous For Words") in the heyday of the Big Band era. Among the many performers who worked with James are Frank Sinatra and Buddy Rich. This classic window card-style concert poster measures approximately 14.25" x 22"; aside from a stain in the lower border, paper tanning, and some corner damage, it remains in Very Good condition.
Jefferson Airplane Winterland/Fillmore Concert Poster BG-29 (Bill Graham, 1966). "Purple" version of this famous poster, designed by Wes Wilson. This version, and two others (black and magenta versions) are all considered original printings by Eric King's poster book. Joining the Airplane was Butterfield Blues Band and Muddy Waters. Poster measures approximately 13.25" x 24.25" and is in Near Mint condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Incident at Kickapoo Creek Music Festival Poster (1970). This rarely mentioned music festival, held in Heyworth, Illinois, is somewhat notorious due to the fact that the promoter (who owned the farm where the three-day festival was held) disappeared, along with all the cash, as soon as the event ended. It's the subject of a recent film documentary. Here's an original poster for the event, featuring B.B. King, Ted Nugent, R.E.O. Speedwagon, and more. The poster measures approximately 21.5" x 28.75". The poster is somewhat faded, with a few various creases; overall condition is Very Good.
B.B. King and Howlin' Wolf Hill Auditorium Concert Poster (Daystar, 1971). The two Blues giants come together in one awesome poster promoting an Ann Arbor show. The poster measures approximately 17.5" x 22.5", and is in Near Mint condition.
The Kinks Gardens Auditorium Concert Poster (Medium Rare, 1970). This quaintly designed Canadian poster, with its image of a lazy cabin-on-the-lake scene, is featured in the Hugh Grant/Drew Barrymore movie, Music and Lyrics, from 2007. Our example is a first printing, measuring approximately 24.25" x 12", and is in Excellent condition.
Gladys Knight & the Pips/The Dells Easter Spectacular Festival Poster (1965). After leaving in 1962 to start a family, Gladys rejoined the already touring Pips in 1964. In the years to come they put out numerous hits, including their #2 hit "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" in 1967. Poster measures approximately 17" x 22" and is in Very Good+ condition.
Krishna Consciousness Avalon Concert Poster (1967). It was a "Mantra Rock Dance" event in January 29, 1967, as the Grateful Dead, Big Brother and the Holding Company (featuring Janis Joplin), and Moby Grape took the stage along with Swami Bhaktivedanta and Allen Ginsberg -- only in San Francisco! This first-print poster measures approximately 13" x 19.75"; other than some minor soiling along the top edge, this poster is in Excellent condition.
Jerry Lee Lewis/Freddy Hart Portland Civic Auditorium Concert Poster (Jack Roberts, 1972). The Killer rocks out Portland in this early '70s show, which featured Freddie "Easy Loving" Hart as the opener. This original "boxing" style poster measures approximately 14" x 22", and is in Very Good condition, with light corner crunches.
Lighting Hopkins Generic Concert Poster (c. 1960s). Lighting Hopkins got his inspiration at an early age, when he met Blind Lemon Jefferson at a church picnic. He spent most of his time in Houston, Texas, and was "discovered" (after years of recording for various labels), during the Folk Revival of the early 1960s. This poster dates probably from the late 60s, and includes a blank area to write in the venue, date, and time. It measures approximately 14" x 22", and is in VG+ condition, with fold lines and minor edge wear.
MC5/Grande Ballroom Concert Poster (Uncle Russ, 1967). Poster was only printed once before the show and features Scott Richard Case, Billy C and the Sunshine, MC5, Gang, and Odd and Ends. Poster designed by Detroit's artist Gary Grimshaw. Poster measures approximately 14" x 22", and is in NM condition.
MC5 Grande Ballroom Concert Signed Poster (Russ Gibb, 1967). A seldom-seen poster advertising several January 1967 shows promoted by "Uncle" Russ Gibb, Detroit's answer to Bill Graham. Artist Gary Grimshaw has signed this poster in silver ink. First printing poster, measuring approximately 14.5" x 21". Excellent condition.
MC5 Straight Theatre Concert Poster (Trans-Love, 1969). Rare Gary Grimshaw design (utilizing the White Panther logo) for this San Francisco concert featuring Detroit's MC5 and Clover, the band that evolved into Huey Lewis and the News. Approximately 14" x 17", in Very Good condition, with tack holes and light edge wear.
Joni Mitchell/Jackson Browne Waikiki Shell Concert Poster (Hawaii, 1972). Singer, composer, lyricist, and painter -- Joni Mitchell's talents have inspired countless people for over 40 years. Poster measures approximately 10.5" x 16", and is in Very Good condition, with one tack hole and nick on right side, plus tape on top two corners. Otherwise, a very stunning poster.
Bill and Charlie Monroe Concert Window Card (1955). Bill Monroe and his older brother Charlie were pickers from their early days of childhood, back home in Kentucky. By the mid-1950s, they were both veteran Grand Ole Opry stars, and Bill's hit "Blue Moon of Kentucky" had been covered by the hot new star of the day, Elvis Presley. A car wreak in 1953 sidelined Bill for a while, but by the time of this '55 performance, he was back on the road, touring with his Blue Grass Boys band. This concert reunited Bill with Charlie, who originally performed as part of the Monroe Brothers act during the 1930s. The window card-style poster measures approximately 13.75" x 22"; it was at one time folded, but otherwise appears in Excellent condition
Rick Nelson Dance City Concert Poster (Ginger Magic/Joe Johnson, 1967). Former "teen idol" Ricky Nelson was on the comeback trail when this Fort Worth appearance happened. Fronting a band that featured future members of the Eagles and Linda Ronstadt's band, he hit the road performing a mix of Country and Light Rock that came to be known as the California Sound. This poster is printed on card stock, and measures approximately 14" x 22". There are some small spots of water damage and light soiling; overall condition is Very Good.
Procol Harum Donnerstag Concert Poster (Lippman + Rau, 1972). A beautiful German poster from the band's celebrated tour with full orchestra, following the unexpected smash live recording of "Conquistador". The first-printing poster measures approximately 23.5" x 33", and is in Very Good condition, with light edge wear.
Quicksilver/Big Brother Avalon Concert Poster FD-36 Artist Autographed (Family Dog, 1966). The poster known as Quicksilver, with an old-world style design by Victor Moscoso, who also added his signature in ink. This is the "brick red" variant described in the Eric King book as a first printing. The poster measures approximately 15" x 20", and is in Very Good condition, with tack holes and some light edge wear.
Quicksilver Messenger Service James Gurly FD-48 and Eternal Reservoir FD-101 Avalon Ballroom Concert Poster Group (Family Dog, 1967 & 1968). The Quicksilver FD-48 is a first pressing and the FD-101 is a second pressing. Both posters measure approximately 14" x 20" and are in Excellent condition.
Quicksilver Messenger Service Avalon Poster Group (Family Dog, 1967). Two posters: FD48 ("James Gurley", or "Tribal Stomp #2") also featuring Big Brother and the Holding Company, first printing, designed by Stanley Mouse, measuring approximately 20" x 14"; and FD89 ("Morning Paper"), first printing, art by Rick Griffin, measuring approximately 14" x 21". Both posters are in Near Mint condition.
Quicksilver Messenger Service/Miller Blues Band Plains of Quicksilver Avalon Concert Poster FD-53-1 (Family Dog, 1967). Second printing of one of the more interesting Victor Moscoso poster designs, featuring concentric circular lettering, vivid dayglo colors, and mirror images of the Quicksilver members at the top and bottom. It measures approximately 14.25" x 20", and is in NM condition.
Joey Ramone's Birthday Spectacular Concert, Coney Island High (1998). The late singer of the Ramones regularly held birthday concerts, a tradition that continues to this day. Here's the original party, featuring Jonathan Richmond, the Dictators, and more. This first printing poster measures approximately 15.5" x 22", and other than some minor creases along the upper left corner, it's in Excellent condition.
Lou Reed Israeli Concert Poster (2000). Lou Reed's various albums are featured on this cool Israeli concert poster. It's matted and framed to an overall size of 23.75" 31.75". The poster has a few small scratches and nicks, but is very eye-catching and appealing.
Rolling Stones European Tour Concert Poster (Sea Presentation, 1970). Gorgeous travel-style first-printing poster for the Stones 1970 trek through Europe. Poster design by John Pasche. Measures approximately 24.25" x 33.25". In NM- condition.
Ladies and Gentlemen: The Rolling Stones Poster (1974). This rare promo poster for the 1974 concert film promised "Lavish expenditures of the past eclipsed by this year's outlay" -- a promise the Stones easily delivered. Using footage from four shows in Fort Worth and Houston, Texas, filmed during the Stones 1972 North American Tour (in support of Exile on Main St.) and innovative quadraphonic sound recording, the band was able to transform movie theater auditoriums into the auditory equivalent of a 10,000-seat live arena concert. The poster promoted the movie's limited-engagement debut run at the Zeigfeld Theatre in New York; it measures 10.5" x 34.5" and is in Very Fine condition with some wear and fold creases.
Rolling Stones "Round" Knebworth Festival Event Poster (1976). Knebworth has been the site of one of Britain's best music festivals since 1974. This festival featured such headlines as the Rolling Stones, Todd Rundgren, 10cc, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Poster measures approximately 24.5" across, and is in Near Mint-minus condition. You don't see this poster in this condition very often.
Santana 20th Anniversary Celebration Concert Poster, Signed by the Artist (Bill Graham, 1986). Artist David Singer designed this exquisite poster for Carlos Santana and company, celebrating twenty years of performing (the original Santana band gigged around San Francisco for several years before their 1969 debut album was released). The large poster measures approximately 21.5" x 30"; outside a few minor creases in the upper right corner, it's in Excellent condition. Singer signed the poster in silver ink, along the lower right corner.
Pete Seeger/Berkeley Community Theater Concert Poster (1968). A benefit concert for the Woody Guthrie Memorial. Poster measures approximately 14" x 20", and is in Very Good condition, with staple holes and the top right corner had a small half-inch-square piece missing. Other wise a very attractive poster.
Sex Pistols Pretty Vacant Promo Poster, Signed by Steve Jones (Virgin, 1977). "We're so pretty, oh so pretty... vacant!" The outrageous Sex Pistols score again with this rare in-store promo poster to their third UK single, and first to premiere on their third and last label, Virgin. The black and white poster measures approximately 37.25" x 25.75", and has been signed in the lower left panel by guitarist Steve Jones. In Good condition, with heavy edge wear and corner damage.
Martin Sharp Legalize Cannabis Hyde Park Event Poster (Big O Posters, 1967). Impressive poster, printed on gold foil paper, for a London pro-marijuana rally. Artist Martin Sharp is best remembered for his album cover designs for Cream, including Wheels of Fire. The poster measuring approximately 20" x 30", and is in Very Good-plus condition, with very light edge wear.
Trip Or Freak Halloween Winterland Concert Poster (1967). Grateful Dead, Big Brother and the Holding Company (starring Janis Joplin), and Quicksilver Messenger Service were featured in this wild '67 show. Stanley Mouse, Rick Griffin, and Alton Kelly all contributed to the "acid blotter" design. A first-printing example from the Ellison Collection, measuring approximately 14.5" x 26". The poster has been professionally restored to Excellent condition, and looks simply remarkable. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
UFO Club Concert Poster Group (Osiris Agency, 1967). Group of four posters from the legendary UFO Club in London. These are all second printings, but are very beautiful posters, each one printed with metallic inks. Included are: Pink Floyd (OA114, VG+), Crazy World of Arthur Brown/Soft Machine (OA104, VG-), The Who "I Can See For Miles" (no number, VG+), and Jimi Hendrix Experience "Fillmore Auditorium/Indian" (VG). The posters average approximately 19.5" x 30".
The Who CNE Coliseum Concert Poster (Russ Gibb, 1968). One of Russ Gibb's Toronto shows, which also featured the Troggs and MC5. Gary Grimshaw provides the poster design, incorporating a photo of the Who. First printing poster, measuring approximately 13" x 22". Very Good-plus condition, with tack holes.
The Who Hollywood Palladium Concert Poster (Magic Circus, 1969).
One of the most desirable of all the 1960s California Rock posters, featuring a classic image by Rick Griffin. Also featured was Poco and the Bonzo Dog Band. First printing, measuring approximately 16" x 22.75". Excellent condition.
One of the most desirable of all the 1960s California Rock posters, featuring a classic image by Rick Griffin. Also featured was Poco and the Bonzo Dog Band. First printing, measuring approximately 16" x 22.75". Excellent condition.
The Who Tommy Metropolitan Opera House Concert Poster (Nathan Weis/Bill Graham, 1970). The original tour promoting the Who's groundbreaking album Tommy concluded with this event, and the band became the first-ever rock act to play at the Metropolitan Opera House. Here's a great poster for that historic gig, printed with metallic silver ink. The first-printing poster measures approximately 18.25" x 26", and is in Excellent condition.
Woodstock Unused 3-Day Pass with Flyer. Two great items from the concert event that helped define a generation. Includes one unused three-day ticket, green with red and black ink, printed with the Globe Ticket Company imprint, and numbered 06307; and the four-page program brochure, purple and black ink on white stock. The ticket is missing its stub; otherwise, the items are in Very Fine condition with some handling wear.
Woodstock Music Festival Mini-Poster Signed by Performers. An 11" x 14" version of the Woodstock festival poster, signed in blue felt tip by 21 performers, including: Country Joe McDonald, Levon Helm, Marty Balin, Bowzer Bauman, Stephen Stills, Pete Townshend, and members of the Grateful Dead, Canned Heat, Ten Years After, Blood Sweat & Tears, and Jimi Hendrix's Gypsys, Sun & Rainbows. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Woodstock Music and Art Fair Original Poster (1969). Here's the rare original version of the first Woodstock Festival poster, printed before the final location of Bethel, New York was chosen. The poster measures approximately 13.5" x 22.25", and is in Excellent condition.
Frank Zappa/Alice Cooper Cal State Fullerton Concert Poster (1968). This poster looks like it came right out of Zap Comix, thanks to the playful Eyeball creations of Zap artist Rick Griffin. Measures approximately 14" x 20". Excellent condition. Hail!
Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention/Tim Buckley Pepperland Concert Poster (1970). For two nights this great lineup blew away San Rafael, California. Poster designed by Mark T. Behrens. Poster measures approximately 13" x 21", and is in Very Good condition, with a few tack holes.
Frank Zappa Armadillo World Headquarters Concert Poster (Armadillo Productions, 1980) A giant-size Zappa stirs up the crowd (of armadillos) in this wild poster, designed by Michael Priest (who also signed his name -- very faintly -- in pencil). Posters for the beloved Austin, Texas Armadillo World Headquarters are always in demand, and this piece, measuring approximately 11" x 16.75", is a winner. In Excellent condition.
Session 3
Movie/TV Memorabilia
Academy Awards Crew Jacket and Sweatshirts. Includes six cotton sweatshirts from the 62nd, 63rd, 64th, 69th, 76th, and 77th editions of the Oscars, plus a heavy crew jacket from the 69th ceremony. Each is in Excellent condition, with sizes ranging from adult Small to Extra Large.
Assorted Artists Signed Forrest J. Ackerman's World of Science Fiction Book. Signed to Ackerman by numerous writers, actors, etc. on his 81st birthday. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Al Adamson Autograph. A 3" x 5" notecard inscribed and signed in black felt tip. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Irene Costume Design Sketch from 1946 Zeigfeld Follies Production. A 12.25" x 19.5" costume design sketch by the noted costume designer for an unknown feature film, pencil and watercolor on heavy drawing paper, featuring an exotic costume with hints of Oriental influence. The drawing is in Fine to Very Fine condition with some wear along the edges and an approximately 2" tear at the bottom that affects the drawing.
Adventures of Superman TV Show 4" x 5" Negatives. Twelve 4" x 5" negatives from TV's The Adventures of Superman, each one an art department shot of a set used in that legendary entertainment of the 1950s. You can imagine George Reeves credibly acting on all of them. Excellent condition.
Alice in Wonderland Cast-Signed Script. Kaye Ballard's copy of the script for WNET's 1983 production of Alice in Wonderland, originally broadcast as an episode of Great Performances, signed by cast members Richard Burton (it was one of his last performances), Maureen Stapleton, James Coco, and others. In Excellent condition with mild cover wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Alien Prop from Unknown Production. Foam rubber space alien, 48" from head to toe, in Very Fine to Excellent condition. Not suitable for the carpool lane.
Susan Anton Costume Design Drawing by Bob Mackie. Watercolor on 7" x 17" paper, matted to 8" x 19.5", fabric swatch attached, signed by Mackie in black felt tip.
Fred Astaire Signed The Astaire Story Limited Edition Book. Number 520 in a limited edition of 1,384 copies signed on the limitation page by Astaire. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Attache Case With Built-In Telephone Prop from Unknown Production. Aluminum case with leather interior. Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Lucille Ball Signed Contract. A single-page, double-sided agreement, dated June 10, 1957, engaging the comedienne to appear on the panel show I've Got a Secret. The contract is signed "Lucille Ball Arnaz" on the back page in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with some wear and toning. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Batman & Robin Set Design Concept Art. Set of three pencil drawings of Arnold Schwarzenegger as Mr. Freeze on a sheet of 8.5" x 11" drafting paper, plus one pencil drawing on 17" x 14" drafting paper, four ink sketches on 8.5" x 11" drawing paper, and 14 photocopied drawings on four sheets of heavy printing paper, all featuring set design art for the 1997 sequel. In overall Excellent condition.
Ben-Hur Production Design Sketch. A 27.25" x 12" set design sketch, colored pencil on illustration board, from the classic Academy Award-winning 1959 Biblical epic that starred Charlton Heston in the title role. In Excellent condition, matted to an overall size of 28" x 12".
Bird Blueprints and Production Documents. Ten documents from the 1988 Charlie Parker biopic by Clint Eastwood. Very Fine condition.
Dirk Bogarde Cards and a Letter to Jennifer Rains. Three postcards and one letter, all typed, dated 1981 and very chatty, from actor and novelist Dirk Bogarde (1921-1999) to Jessica Rains, Claude Rains' daughter. Two of the cards are signed "DB," one card and the letter are signed "Dirk," and one of the postcards is a reproduction of a foreign poster for the Bogart/Bacall To Have and to Have Not (Acque Del Sud). Excellent condition. From the Claude Rains Estate Archive.
James Bond Prop Keychain. From an unspecified production. Very Fine condition.
Shirley Booth Signed Hazel Archive. Eight documents from Spring 1961 establishing the actress as star of the 1961-66 sitcom, including employment agreement signed by her in green ink. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ray Bradbury Signed Flyer. An 8.5" x 11" Fahrenheit 451 flyer inscribed and signed by Bradbury in brown felt tip. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Marlon Brando and Bela Lugosi Life Casts. Plaster life casts, one of Brando early in his career, the other of Lugosi for his famous disintegration scene in Return of the Vampire. In Excellent condition.
Buck Rogers in the 25th Century Costume Helmet Worn by Erin Gray. In Very Fine condition with a little paint loss and a 2" split in the plastic at the base of the neck.
Nicolas Cage Signed Contract. Two pages, dated May 7, 1993, signed by Cage on last page in black ink. In Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
James Cagney Signed Photo. A b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait inscribed and signed by Cagney. In Excellent condition, matted to 16" x 19.25".
Dixie Carter Fathers and Sons Photos. One 8" x 10" and one 11" x 14" b&w photo of Carter as Calamity Jane in a 1997 production of the play. In Excellent condition. From the Dixie Carter Collection.
Jack Cassidy Signed Contract. Two pages, dated July 1964, signed in black ink. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lon Chaney as the Hunchback of Notre Dame Concept Painting. For an unproduced Famous Monsters cover. Oil on canvas board, November 1971, by Marsha Rader. Fine to Very Fine condition.
Charlie Chaplin Related - Vintage Handbills for Assorted English Plays. Set of 13 vintage handbills for plays and vaudeville venues, dating from the early 1900s, including three mentioning Fred Karno's comedy troupe and star Charlie Chaplin. Overall condition ranges from Good to Fine.
Colin Clive Autograph. Autograph book leaf inscribed and signed by Clive in black ink. In Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Joan Collins Girl in the Red Velvet Swing Costume Sketches. A 13" x 20" pencil and ink costume design sketch on drawing paper featuring a dress design for Joan Collins as the controversial Evelyn Nesbit Thaw in the 1955 drama. In Very Fine condition.
Joan Crawford Signed Letters and Photos. Includes four typed letters on personal stationery, dating from August 20, 1973 to February 13, 1975, each signed by Crawford, plus five b&w 8" x 10" publicity photos of the actress, one signed by her in black felt tip. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by a COA from PSA/DNA.
Bing Crosby's Money Clip. Gold money clip with musical notes on one side and "Many thanks/Bing" printed on the other, from Crosby's personal estate. Previously auctioned by Butterfield & Butterfield. Provenance documentation available online at HA.com/Entertainment. In Excellent condition.
Peter Cushing's Neck Tie. Brown polyester neck tie owned and worn by Cushing, in Excellent condition.
Bette Davis Handwritten and Signed Letter. Black fountain ink, dated June 24, 1929. Fine to Very Fine. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dawn of the Dead Zombie Costume. Costume smock with woman's shoes worn in the 2004 remake. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with fake blood stains and soiling.
Dawn of the Dead (2004) Screen-Worn Costume. A (fake) blood-spattered costume consisting of a sleeveless top and drawstring pants, worn by an unspecified actor in Zack Snyder's remake of the classic 1978 sequel to Night of the Living Dead. In Very Fine to Excellent condition, despite its initial appearance.
Joe DiMaggio and Frank Ryan Signed Documents. Statement from US Golf Association, undated, signed by DiMaggio in black ink, accompanied by 1967 Cleveland Browns agreement signed by Frank Ryan in blue ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Vivian Duncan Photo with Signed Mat (1924). A b&w 11" x 14" photo of Vivian Duncan, one half of the Duncan Sisters vaudeville act, matted to an overall size of 15.5" x 18.75", and dated August 1924 and inscribed and signed by Duncan on the lower portion of the mat. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition with some toning to the matte and toning, silvering, and mild wear to the photo.
Robert Englund Signed Nightmare on Elm Street Sketch. An 8" x 10" sketch of Freddy Krueger signed and dated by Englund in black felt tip. Matted in 16" x 12" display, in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Glenn Ford's Assorted Ashtrays. Set of 26 ceramic ashtrays from Glenn Ford's personal effects, in overall Excellent condition. From the Glenn Ford Estate. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Peter Ford.
John Ford Signed Letter to Darryl Zanuck. A single-page handwritten letter on hotel stationery, undated, from director John Ford to producer Darryl Zanuck, congratulating the latter on his Academy Award for Best Picture for How Green Was My Valley (1941). Ford, who directed the movie and won an Oscar for his work on it as well, facetiously writes "Please grant me a favor. Would you have a miniature Oscar made up for me as a memento? You know, quarter size -- 'Best Production', etc.? Would appreciate it and it looks like a long time before I compete again." Ford was serving in the Naval Reserve at the time, and the letter is signed "Cmdr. John Ford USNR" in black ink. Mailing creases and punch holes at the top edge, otherwise in Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Beverly Garland Costume Sketch by Edith Head. Unknown production, pencil and watercolor on 11" x 14" illustration paper, Very Fine condition.
Samuel Goldwyn and Jack Warner Signed Contract. Two pages, dated July 28, 1926, signed on last page by both in black ink. Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Gone With the Wind Cast Signed Photo. A b&w 8" x 10" promo photo featuring the poster art for the 1939 classic, signed by Olivia de Havilland, William Bakewell, Eric Linden, Ann Rutherford, Butterfly McQueen, and others. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Great Race (1965) Eiffel Tower Model. An approximately 8.75" x 6.5" x 13" plastic scale model of a collapsed Eiffel Tower. A couple of pieces of debris have come loose; otherwise the model is in Very Fine condition.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) Animation Sketch by Chuck Jones. Pencil sketch of the Grinch on 12.5" x 10.5" MGM animation sheet. Accompanied by b&w 8" x 10" promo photo of Boris Karloff, voice of the character. Both in Excellent condition.
Gene Hackman's Bite the Bullet Costume Pants. Worn by Hackman in the 1975 Western, nominated for two Oscars. A Western Costume Co. tag, sewn into the inner waist seam, bears Hackman's typed name and production number. Very Fine condition.
Margaret Hamilton Signed Letter. A single-page letter on monogrammed personal stationery, August 29, 1974, handwritten and signed by Hamilton in blue ink. Excellent condition with original mailing envelope. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Susan Hayward and Others Deadline at Dawn Cast-Signed Novel. A copy of the movie tie-in edition of Deadline at Dawn signed on the free pages by stars Susan Hayward, Paul Lukas, and Bill Williams in red and black inks. In Fine condition with a Good to Very Good dustjacket. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Jim Henson Signed Contract. Single-page on NBC letterhead, dated December 3, 1970, signed by Henson in black ink. Very Fine with fold creases, staple holes to top left left corner, and tear to lower left quadrant. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Charlton Heston Signed Ten Commandments Photo. Approx. 9" x 8" color image signed by Heston in black felt tip, in matted 12" x 16" display. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Alfred Hitchcock Signed Contract. A two-page agreement dated December 7, 1965, detailing advertising agreements between Hitchcock and Universal Studios, signed by the legendary director in blue ink on page two. In Very Fine condition with mild toning, staple holes to the upper left corner, and binder holes to the top edge. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Homeboys In Outer Space Prop Laser Pistol. Rubber prop laser pistol in Very Fine condition.
Edgar Hurley Signed Document and Photo Archive. Group of 26 items includes a signed contract (1915), an undated contract with the Gus Sun Booking Exchange Co., ten pictures of the team of Edgar Hurley and Ethel Wren (with duplicates), and an illustrated interview with Hurley (1938). Good condition.
Jumanji Concept Art Sketches (1995). A pair of 11" x 17" design sketches, ink and water color on illustration paper mounted on heavy cardstock. In Excellent condition.
Boris Karloff Devil's Island Photo by Elmer Fryer (1939). A b&w 11" x 14" photo of Karloff in Fine to Very Fine condition with Fryer's credit stamp in the lower left corner. From the Boris Karloff Estate Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Sara Karloff Sparkman.
Boris Karloff Photo Portrait by Walter Bud. Vintage b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait signed by photographer Walter Bud. Matted and in Very Fine condition with some wear. From the Boris Karloff Estate Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Sara Karloff Sparkman.
Boris Karloff Photo Portrait. A b&w 11" x 14" photo portrait in Very Fine condition, and matted to an overall size of 16" x 20". From the Boris Karloff Estate Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Sara Karloff Sparkman.
Boris Karloff's Personal Targets Release Dialogue Script. Dated July 16, 1968, 115 pages (no annotations), with credit lists. In Excellent condition with very mild wear. From the Boris Karloff Estate Collection. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Sara Karloff Sparkman.
Diane Keaton Signed Contract. Nine pages, dated July 28, 1989, signed by Keaton on last page in black ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ernie Kovacs Signed Letter and Card. CBS Television letterhead, dated September 16, 1953, signed in fountain ink by Ernie Kovacs. In Excellent condition.
Ernie Kovacs and Edie Adams Signed Check. A personal check for $600 cash, dated September 26, 1960, signed by Kovacs and Adams and endorsed by them on the back. In Very Fine condition with three fold creases and the usual bank cancellation marks. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ernie Kovacs Signed Check to Andrew Kovacs. A check for $121.25 written by Kovacs to his father, dated September 27, 1960, signed by the comedian on the front and endorsed by his father on the back. In Excellent condition with the usual bank cancellation marks. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ernie Kovacs Signed Check. Dated September 29, 1960 and signed by Kovacs in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with the usual cancellation marks. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ernie Kovacs' Dress Shirt. Italian-made, initials "E.K." embroidered on left breast. In Very Fine condition. From the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams Estate Archive.
Carl Laemmle Sr. and Carl Laemmle Jr. Signed Letters. Dated 1930-1936, signed in fountain ink. Attached to scrapbook pages and in Excellent condition. From the Mark Hellinger Archive. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bert Lahr Signed Photo. A b&w 8" x 10" photo inscribed and signed in black ink. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Tommy Lasorda Signed L.A. Dodgers Jacket. A late '80s Dodgers warm-up jacket by Eastport, signed on the front in blue felt tip by the Hall of Famer. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Christopher Lee Signed Saturday Night Live Contract. Two double-sided pages, dated March 22, 1978, signed on first page by Lee in black ink. Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Carole Lombard Vintage Promo Photos. Set of ten b&w 8" x 10" promo photos in overall Fine condition.
Sophia Loren That Kind of Woman Costume Design Sketches. Two 11" x 15" costume design sketches, pencil and watercolor on heavy drawing paper. In Very Fine condition with some smudging to the notes on one.
Man in the Iron Mask Costume Design Drawing. A 11.5" x 13" costume design for the 1939 Three Musketeers movie, ink and gouache on rice paper with five fabric swatches attached. In Fine to Very Fine condition with staples along the edges and some toning and small stains.
Groucho Marx Signed Agreement. Five double-sided pages, dated November 27, 1974, signed and initialed twice by Marx in blue ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Marilyn Monroe Limited Edition Book Set by Andre de Dienes and Scrapbooks. The set is #2,757 in a limited edition of 20,000 and in Excellent condition; the scrapbooks are Very Fine.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) Storyboard Sketches. Set of three, pencil on 8" x 5.5" drawing paper, in Excellent condition.
Maila Nurmi "Vampira" Signed Phantom of the Opera Drawing. A 9" x 11" pencil and watercolor sketch of Lon Chaney as the Phantom, signed "M. Nurmi '00" by her in pencil in the lower left corner, and again near the lower right edge as "Vampira" in pencil and traced over with purple felt tip. In Excellent condition.
Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine Autographs with Photo. A pair of 4.5" x 3" signature cuts in blue ink, matted and framed along with a b&w 8" x 10" photo to an overall size of 14" x 20". In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a COA from PSA/DNA.
Gregory Peck David and Bathsheba Costume Sketch. Watercolor on 15" x 20" illustration board by Edward Stevenson, in Very Fine condition.
Sean Penn Signed Contract. Ten-page employment contract for The Weight of Water, dated August 27, 1999, signed by Penn on the last page in black ink. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Joe Penner The Life of the Party Sketch. A 20" x 23.5" pencil and ink drawing of the vaudeville legend in Fine to Very Fine condition with edge and corner wear and areas of discoloration that do not affect the image.
Mary Pickford-Related Resolution Signed by United Artists Execs. Dated March 23, 1928, expressing condolences on the passing of Pickford's mother, signed by Joseph Schenk and others. Framed to 15" x 22.5" and in Fine to Very Fine condition.
Pistol Sword Prop from Unknown Production. Reproduction flintlock gun sword in Excellent condition.
Planet of the Apes (1968) Makeup Prosthetics. Signature foam rubber makeup appliance created by Oscar winner John Chambers for the sci-fi classic.
Gilda Radner Signed Check. Dated July 17, 1986, signed "Gilda Wilder" in blue ink. Excellent with bank cancellation marks. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Basil Rathbone Signed Contract. Dated September 22, 1947, signed by the actor in blue ink. In Very Fine condition with some wear and toning. Accompanied by a COA from PSA/DNA.
Ronald Reagan Autograph. A desk calendar page inscribed "Good luck Anne + Sincere Best Wishes" and signed by Reagan in pencil. Undated. In Very Fine condition with some toning and mild wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Resident Evil: Apocalypse Screenworn Zombie Costume. Green shirt and khaki pants worn in the 2004 movie. Excellent condition with some fake blood and soiling.
Resident Evil: Extinction Screenworn Costume Jeans and t-shirt worn by Ramon Franco in the 2007 sequel. In Very Fine to Excellent condition with some wear.
Resident Evil: Extinction Screenworn Policeman Zombie Outfit. Screenworn uniform from the 2007 sequel. Very Fine to Excellent condition with fake blood stains and soiling.
Return of the Living Dead 5 Prop Special Effects Bust. Life-size foam rubber bust in Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Roseanne Cast-Signed Script. Season 3 Episode 1, "The Test", broadcast script dated September 18, 1990, 47 photocopied pages, no notations, signed by Roseanne Barr, John Goodman, Sara Gilbert, Michael Fishman, Laurie Metcalf, and Lecy Goranson in black felt tip on the front cover. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dan Rowan and Dick Martin Signed Agreement. Single page, dated December 14, 1976, signed in blue ink by both. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Rosalind Russell Photo Portrait by George Hurrell. Vintage b&w 10" x 13" photo of Russell with studio and credit stamps on the reverse. Fine condition.
Second City Cast Members Signed Agreement. Eleven-page agreement with CBS, dated May 12, 1975, signed on last page by Betty Thomas, Doug Steckler, Joe Flaherty, Deborah Harmon, and Harold Ramis in blue ballpoint. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Dr. Seuss Autograph Set. Sheet of Cat in the Hat notepad paper and one b&w and two color snapshots, all signed by Seuss. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Ann Sheridan Vintage Keybook Stills (1934-35). Set of 12 vintage b&w 8" x 11" keybook stills featuring Sheridan. In overall Very Fine condition with caption info and Advertising Advisory Council stamps on the reverse.
Ann Sheridan Signed Photo by George Hurrell. A b&w 11" x 14" portrait inscribed and signed in black ink, with Hurrell's credit stamp on the reverse. Excellent condition, matted to 16" x 19.5".
Frank Sinatra Related - Rat Pack Images from Jilly Rizzo's Collection. Set of three 4.5" x 7" prints featuring Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. (both matted and framed to 8" x 10") and Frank Sinatra (frame gone, image detached from mat). In Very Fine to Excellent condition except as noted. From the Jilly Rizzo Estate Archive. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from William Rizzo.
Space Precinct Costume Jacket. Rare, near-complete policeman's uniform from the British TV series (1994-95) by Gerry Anderson. In Excellent condition.
Blaze Starr Stage-Worn Necklace with Signed Photo and Letter. Framed display containing performance-worn necklace alongside a signed 7" x 9.5" color photo of Starr with necklace and LOA; 16.5" x 35" and in overall Very Fine condition.
Star Trek: Enterprise Prop Knife. Rubber prop combat knife used in the two-part season four episode "In a Mirror, Darkly". Excellent condition.
Star Trek Cast-Signed Head Shots. Set of eight color and two b&w autographed 8" x 10" head shots includes Robert Beltran, Denise Crosby, Roxann Dawson, Nicole de Boer, Cirroc Lofton, Robert Duncan McNeill, Andrew Robinson, Armin Shimerman, and Michael Dorn (2). All are in Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Stella Stevens Costume Design Sketch by Edith Head. Design for Too Late Blues (1961), 12" x 17.5", pencil and watercolor on illustration board. In Very Fine condition.
Margaret Sullavan Promo Still by Clarence Bull. Vintage b&w 10" x 13" photo of Sullavan in The Shop Around the Corner (1940), with caption info and studio and credit stamps on the reverse. Very Fine condition.
Gloria Swanson Portrait. A 16" x 20" portrait of the legendary actress, acrylic on illustration board, in Excellent condition.
Team America Prop Fighter Jet. A 7" scale model Korean fighter jet from the 2004 comedy. Fine condition, with detached missile and canopy (included) and missing tail piece.
Shirley Temple and Billie Burke Signed Autobiographies. Includes With a Feather on My Nose signed by Burke (Fine condition) and Child Star signed by Temple (Excellent condition).
Irving Thalberg and Dan Totheroh Signed Contract. Three-page employment contract, dated June 30, 1930, signed by both in black ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Lana Turner, Others Green Dolphin Street Costume Design Sketches by Irene. Set of three 13" x 19" pencil and ink costume design drawings. In Very Fine condition with some wear and tear to the edges.
2001: A Space Odyssey Premiere Wedgwood Plate. Given to attendees of the London premiere of Stanley Kubrick's science fiction masterpiece. Excellent condition.
Universal Studios Framed Memorabilia. Assorted items in 15" x 12" shadow box. In Fine to Very Fine condition.
Jack L. Warner's Framed Memorabilia. Assorted items from Warner Bros. head Jack L. Warner's collection, in 15" x 12" shadow box. In Fine to Very Fine condition.
John Wayne - The Conqueror Costume Design Drawing. Pencil and watercolor on 13" x 18" illustration board with "The Conqueror -- John Wayne" handwritten in pencil on reverse in unknown hand. In Excellent condition.
Assorted Actor Signed Photos. Includes six b&w 8" x 10" photos signed by Rod Steiger, Rex Harrison, Cliff Robertson, Charlton Heston, Alec Guinness, and David Niven. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Stars Signed 1980 Movie Posters. Includes Big Trouble in Little China signed by Kurt Russell, Birdy signed by Matthew Modine, and video release poster for The Name of the Rose signed by F. Murray Abraham. Fine to Very Fine condition with fold creases and wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Actor-Signed 1980s Lobby Cards. Set of four signed 14" x 11" cards includes Twilight Zone the Movie signed by Jon Lithgow, Fast Times at Ridgemont High signed by Jennifer Jason Lee, Body Double signed by Melanie Griffith, and 2010 signed by Keir Dullea. Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Assorted Actor-Signed '80s Movie Posters. Four posters; includes Birdy signed by Matthew Modine, The Boy Who Could Fly signed by Jay Underwood, Runaway signed by Tom Selleck, and Ladyhawke signed by Matthew Broderick. In overall Very Fine condition with fold creases and mild wear. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Music Memorabilia
Maxene Andrews Autograph with Andrews Sisters Mini Records. This great piece of memorabilia from the best-selling female vocal group features 7.5" x 5" inscribed and signed by Maxene Andrews in black ink, matted along with a b&w 8" x 10" promo of the Andrews Sisters and five mini-78 records to an overall size of 16" x 20". (The songs on the records are "Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen", "Beer Barrel Polka", "Pennsylvania Polka", "Beat Me Daddy, Eight to the Bar", and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Co. B".) The items are in overall Very Fine condition.
Band of Gypsys Signed Photos. Pair of b&w 11" x 14" photos signed by Billy Cox and Buddy Miles in blue felt tip. In Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Marc Bolan of T. Rex Interview by Michael Cuscuna Promo (Reprise 511, c. 1972). Rare promo 12" LP. Condition: NM 8.
The Amazing James Brown and the Famous Flames LP (King 743, 1961). The Godfather of Soul's fifth LP release for King. Condition: EX 7/EX 7.
Cab Calloway Signed Letter. One page, dated September 19, 1945 on personal stationery bearing Calloway's distinctive logo, signed by the famed bandleader in black ink. Fine to Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Pablo Casals Signed Contract. Five pages, dated April 1, 1957 on Columbia Records letterhead, initialed throughout and signed by Casals in black ink. Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Bobby Darin Photo Portrait. Vintage b&w 16" x 20" photo portrait inscribed and signed by the photographer in black ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition.
Benny Goodman 1951 Signed Agreement. One page, dated March 28, 1951 on Columbia Records letterhead, signed by Goodman in blue ink. Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Billie Holliday Performance Contract. Dated March 11, 1957, secretarially signed in black ink. Very Good to Fine condition.
Buddy Holly LP Group of 4 (Coral, 1963-67). The hugely influential Texan's body of work, essentially concentrated into a fleeting recording career of two years before his untimely death, is well chronicled in these albums, including The Buddy Holly Story (Coral 57279 black label, 1963) in EX 7/ VG-EX 6; Buddy Holly Showcase (Stereo - Coral 57450, 1964) in EX 7/ EX 7; The Best of Buddy Holly (2 discs - Coral 8, 1966) in VG-EX 6/ EX 7 (both discs); and Buddy Holly's Greatest Hits (Stereo - Coral 57492, 1967) in EX 7/ NM 8.
Jefferson Airplane/Big Brother and the Holding Company New Year's Eve Winterland Concert Poster BG-100 (Bill Graham, 1967). Approximately 14" x 21", and is in NM condition.
KISS Related - Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley Signed Contract. Tour agreement, 26 pages, dated May 25, 1997, signed by Simmons three times (using his real name of Gene Klein) in green ink, initialed "GK" four times by him in green, and signed by Stanley once in blue. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Led Zeppelin II Promo Stereo LP (Atlantic 8236, 1969). White label promo version. Condition: VG-EX 6 (with stain along right side of back cover)/NM 8.
Led Zeppelin Related - Robert Plant Signed Photo. Color 11" x 14" photo signed in black felt tip. Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Led Zeppelin and The Who Royal Pop Proms Albert Hall Tour Book (1969). Rare book is in VG condition, with some light cover scuffs, creases, and stains.
Murray the K Vintage Set Of Six Program Books. Set of six program books for events hosted by the legendary disc jockey includes Murray the K's Show of Shows 1963, Murray the K's Easter Parade of Stars 1960, Murray the K's Parade of Stars (date unknown), and Murray the K's Big Holiday Show 1962, 1963, and 1965. In overall Fine condition.
Rosa Ponselle Signed Image. A 9.5" x 14" book or magazine page bearing a large printed photo of the enormously talented opera star of the 1920s and '30s, featuring a rare signature by her in black ink. In Excellent condition, matted to an overall size of 14.25" x 18.75".
Elvis Presley Picture Sleeve/EP Group of 6 (RCA, 1956-66). Includes the singles (with picture sleeves) "Hound Dog" (the 'A' side version)/"Don't Be Cruel" (RCA 6604) in EX 7/VG 5, "Love Me Tender"/"Any Way You Want Me" (6643) in EX 7/EX 7, and "Spinout" (Promo 8941) in VG-EX 6/NM 8. EPs included: Elvis Presley (830) in EX 7/EX 7, Love Me Tender (4006) in NM 8/NM 8, and Tickle Me (4383) in VG-EX 6/VG-EX 6.
Elvis Presley Worldwide 50 Gold Hits Vol. 2 Sealed Box Set (RCA 6402, 1971). Also known as The Other Sides, denoting the "B" side of a single, but Elvis' "B" sides were bigger hits than all but a few artists' "A" sides! Of the 50 selections here, all considered "B" sides or EP cuts when released, nearly all charted on Billboard's Hot 100, and seven made it into the Top 20! It's still sealed so comes with the bonus Elvis print and an envelope with piece of material ("Something From Elvis"). Condition: MT 9 (cover - with small tear in seal)/ Still Sealed (4 discs).
Billy Preston Signed Membership Form. AFTRA membership form and initiation fee form, dated August 26, 1961, filled out and signed by Preston in blue ink. Accompanied by receipt. In overall Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Frank Sinatra 1988 Tour Books. Includes a "Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. Together Again!" tour itinerary book and "Frank, Liza, and Sammy" tour press kit. Both in Very Fine Condition. From the George Schlatter Archive. Mr. Schlatter will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Hawn Foundation and Barbara Sinatra's Children's Hospital.
Phil Spector Signed Stock Certificate. For 200 shares of H.P.S. Music, Inc., dated July 26, 1963, signed by Spector in blue ink. Very Fine to Excellent condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
Phil Spector Productions Business Card for Sonny Bono. In Very Fine condition with mild toning and wear.
Sly Stone Handwritten Lyrics. Lyrics for "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" handwritten in black felt tip by Stone of Sly and the Family Stone letterhead. Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
U2 Related - Bono Signed Photo. A b&w 11" x 14" concert photo signed in black felt tip. Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Heitor Villa-Lobos Signed Contract. One page, dated October 25, 1945 on Columbia Records letterhead, signed by Villa-Lobos in black ink. Very Fine condition. Accompanied by James Spence Authentication auction LOA.
The Who Band-Signed Photo. Color 8" x 10" photo signed by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, and John Entwistle in blue felt tip. Excellent condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL.
Vintage Jazz Set Of Five Program Books. Set of five program books includes Rhythm and Blues Jazz Scrapbook (1963), Jazz Runs at Laurel (1968), and Jimmy Evans' Cavalcade of Jazz (unknown date), plus Erroll Garner and Wild Man Steve tour books (dates unknown). In overall Very Fine condition.
American Folk and Blues Festival Program Books 1965-67. Set of program books from the 1965, '66, and '67 festivals, featuring articles, lyrics, and photos of such performers as Buddy Guy, John Lee Hooker, Big Mama Thornton, Roosevelt Sykes, Otis Rush, Son House, and others. In overall Fine to Very Fine condition.
Bread On the Waters Promo Poster (Elektra, 1970). In-store promotional poster for pop band Bread's second album, which featured the hit "Make It With You". Measures approximately 18.75" x 25.5". Folded, in Very Good condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Canned Heat "Fireball" Denver Concert Poster FD-D14 (Family Dog, 1967). Only one printing was made of this exceptionally cool poster, which was designed by Bob Fried. Measures approximately 14" x 20. Excellent condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
The Doors Break On Through Avalon Concert Poster FD50 (Family Dog, 1967). Second printing copy. Poster measures approximately 14" x 20". Excellent condition.
Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits Promo Poster (CBS, 1967). Approximately 22" x 33". Folded with tack holes; VG condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Family Dog Stanley Mouse/Alton Kelley Concert Poster Group (Family Dog, 1966-67). FD31 "Edgar Allan Poe" (Daily Flash, Country Joe & The Fish, by Mouse, third printing, 14" x 20.5"); and FD-D9 "Fan Fare" (Jefferson Airplane, Other Half, by Kelley, first printing, 14" x 20"). Both in Excellent condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Family Dog Rick Griffin/Victor Moscoso Concert Poster Group (Family Dog, 1967). Includes matching Jim Kweskin posters, FD95 "Avalon Splash" and FD-D13 "Denver Splash", designed by Rick Griffin and Victor Moscoso, and Blue Cheer FD86 "Flower Pot" Avalon poster. All measure 14" x 20" and are first printings. Blue Cheer poster has small area of wear along right edge; otherwise, all are in Excellent condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Gerry & The Pacemakers Shindig! Performance Flyer. Circa 1964-65. In Fine condition.
Bill Graham Concert Poster Group (1969-70). Includes the following posters: Janis Joplin/Savoy Brown, Winterland and Fillmore West (BG165 second printing, 14" x 21"); The Byrds/Fleetwood Mac, Fillmore West (BG210 second printing, 14" x 22"); Steve Miller Band/Santana, Fillmore West (BG214 original printing, 14" x 22"); Quicksilver Messenger Service/Mott the Hoople, Fillmore West (BG242 original, 14" x 21"); and Leon Russell/Miles Davis, Fillmore West (BG252 original, 14" x 21"). All sizes approximate. Posters average VG condition, some with small areas of tape.
Grateful Dead Concert Handbill (Family Dog, 1970). Concert handbill FD-700228, 8.5" x 12.5", light wrinkling along the bottom right corner; otherwise Excellent.
Grateful Dead/Wake of the Flood/Rick Griffin Poster (1973). Promotional poster with added art work by Rick Griffin. Poster measures approximately 17" x 23", and is in NM- condition.
Grateful Dead Blues For Allah Original 13" x 13" Photograph (1975). 13" x 13" photo, Very Good condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Jefferson Airplane/Grateful Dead Busted Fillmore Auditorium Concert Poster (S. F. Mime Troupe, 1967). Second printing. Approximately 20" x 14". Excellent condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
B.B. King Civic Auditorium Portland Concert Poster (1972). Get ready for "An Evening of Blues", with this attractive, blue-hued poster for B.B.'s Portland Civic Center show in 1972. The poster measures approximately 17.5" x 22.75", and is in Very Fine condition, with very light edge wear.
Les McCann Live Recording Session Handbill (Esquire Theatre, c. 1960). Excellent condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Mothers of Invention/Tim Buckley Fillmore/Winterland Concert Poster BG-97 (Bill Graham, 1967). Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley design. Second printing. 12.75" x 21.75", and is in NM condition. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Three Dog Night Aragon Ballroom Concert Poster (Twenty Second Century, 1971). Measures 16.25" x 19.5". VG condition, with light edge wear, corner creases, and tack holes. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Twisting at the Beach Hermosa Biltmore Hotel Concert Poster (Swiller-Conahan, 1963) 14" x 20". Approximately 14" x 20", in VG- condition with staple holes and a tear with some paper loss along the top edge. From the Harlan Ellison Collection.
Stevie Ray Vaughan/Buddy Guy Auditorium Shores Austin (1990). This incredible purple on green concert poster was Stevie's last performance in Austin, Texas only a few months before his death. This poster measures approximately 11" x 17" and is Near Mint condition.
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