Autographs and Historical Documents

Friedman, Milton and Rose.

Milton and Rose Friedman Signed Photograph.

Color photograph of Milton and Rose Friedman, flanked with people to their right and left, with Tom Moore on the far left. Inscribed by Milton, “For Tom, with admiration and affection, Milton Friedman” and signed below “Rose Friedman.” Tom Moore was a member of the Council Of Economic Advisers during the Ronald Reagan administration. MattedContinue reading "Milton and Rose Friedman Signed Photograph."

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Thirty-Eight Star American Flag.

c. 1877.

Rare thirty-eight star American flag in use between July 4, 1877 when the state of Colorado was admitted into the Union as the 38th state and July 4, 1890 when North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Washington, and Idaho were admitted as the 39th, 40th, 41st, 42nd, and 43rd states. In very good condition. The flagContinue reading "Thirty-Eight Star American Flag."

Churchill, Winston S.; Jawaharlal Nehru.

Winston S. Churchill Signed 1953 Meeting of Commonwealth Prime Ministers Conference Photograph.

London: June 1953.

Large original photograph of the 1953 Commonwealth Prime Ministers’ Conference. The large silver gelatin print is signed below signed by UK Prime Minister Winston S. Churchill, India Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, and every other sitter. Matted and framed. The entire piece measures 34.5 inches by 24 inches. Rare and desirable signed by these two twentiethContinue reading "Winston S. Churchill Signed 1953 Meeting of Commonwealth Prime Ministers Conference Photograph."

Karsh, Yousuf. [Winston S. Churchill].

Yousuf Karsh Signed Winston S. Churchill Portrait.

Rare silver gelatin print of Karsh’s iconic portrait of Churchill, “The Roaring Lion” which in May 1941 was featured on the cover of Life magazine and brought Karsh international fame. Signed by Karsh “Y. Karsh”, along with a clipped original signature of Winston Churchill matted below. In fine condition. Matted and framed. The photograph measuresContinue reading "Yousuf Karsh Signed Winston S. Churchill Portrait."

Churchill, Winston S.; Arthur Pan.

Winston S. Churchill Arthur Pan Portrait.

Bristol: Venture Prints Limited, 1971.

Limited color print of Arthur Pan’s iconic portrait of Winston S. Churchill. Double matted and framed, the entire piece measures 35.75 inches by 42 inches. In fine condition.

Doyle, Arthur Conan.

Arthur Conan Doyle Autograph Letter Signed.

Rare handwritten letter signed by Arthur Conan Doyle to lecture manager James B. Pond, Jr. Octavo, one page on Windlesham letterhead, the letter reads in full, “Dear Mr. Pond It is pleasant to see that you follow in the steps of your father, for whom I retain affection and regard. Should I think of comingContinue reading "Arthur Conan Doyle Autograph Letter Signed."

Di Maggio, Joe and Ted Williams.

Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams Signed Photograph.

Original black and white photograph of American baseball legends Joe Di Maggio and Ted Williams in their respective New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox uniforms. Boldly signed by both Di Maggio and Williams. In fine condition. The piece measures 9.5 inches by 7.5 inches.

[Roosevelt, Theodore].

Progressive Era Battle Flag: Theodore Roosevelt.

[1912].

Progressive era “Battle Flag” from 1912 with a printed portrait of Theodore Roosevelt at the center surrounded by the text “Progressive Roosevelt 1912 Battle Flag”, with “D & C N.Y.” at lower left and and “Copyright by Underwood & Underwood NY.” The flag measures 22 inches by 24 inches. Frustrated that he did not winContinue reading "Progressive Era Battle Flag: Theodore Roosevelt."

Armstrong, Neil; Buzz Aldrin; Michael Collins.

Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins Signed Moonwalk Photograph.

[NASA], 1969.

Rare photograph of the Apollo astronaut Buzz Aldrin on the moon. Octavo, color chromogenic print of Buzz Aldrin saluting the American flag after having mounted it into the solid, rocky ground of the lunar surface. Boldly signed on the mount in black ink by “Neil Armstrong,” “M. Collins,” and “Buzz Aldrin.” Mounted and framed. InContinue reading "Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins Signed Moonwalk Photograph."

Verne, Jules.

Jules Verne Autograph Letter Signed.

Amiens: 12 July, [no year].

Rare autographed letter signed by the father of science fiction Jules Verne. One page in French, 32mo, addressed “Cher Monsieur,” the letter reads in full (translated), “Amiens, July 12, I was absent when your letter arrived here. I am delighted you are happy with your business and that your French purchases are the most likedContinue reading "Jules Verne Autograph Letter Signed."

Truman, Harry S.

Radio Address to the American People on Wages and Prices in the Reconversion Period. [Harry S. Truman Advance Press Copy Signed Presidential Address].

Washington, D.C: [October 30, 1945].

Exceptionally rare original advance press copy of the typed transcript of Truman’s historic October 30, 1945 prime time Presidential address: “Radio Address to the American People on Wages and Prices in the Reconversion Period” which outlines policies to be implemented by the American government following the surrender of Japan and the subsequent transition from warContinue reading "Radio Address to the American People on Wages and Prices in the Reconversion Period. [Harry S. Truman Advance Press Copy Signed Presidential Address]."

Burger, Warren; William Rehnquist; William J. Brennan; Thurgood Marshall; Lewis Franklin Powell; John Paul Stevens; Harry Blackmun; Bryon White; and Sandra Day O'Connor.

Warren E. Burger Supreme Court Signed Photograph.

1981.

Large photograph of the 1980’s Burger Court, signed by nine justices. Large color photograph depicting the Supreme Court after the swearing-in of Sandra Day O’Connor in September 1981. The justices are Thurgood Marshall, John P. Stevens, William J. Brennan, Lewis F. Powell, Warren E. Burger, William H. Rehnquist, Byron R. White, Sandra Day O’Connor, and HarryContinue reading "Warren E. Burger Supreme Court Signed Photograph."

Aldrin, Buzz; Michael Collins.

Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins Signed ‘The Eagle’s Last Flight’ Lithograph.

Rare limited edition lithograph of ‘The Eagle’s Last Flight,’ signed by Apollo astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Oversized color limited edition lithograph depicting the Apollo 11 command and lunar modules in orbit with the Earth rising in the distance. One of one thousand nine hundred and sixty nine copies boldly signed by Buzz AldrinContinue reading "Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins Signed ‘The Eagle’s Last Flight’ Lithograph."

Graham, Billy; Dave Iwerks.

Billy Graham Signed Photograph.

Rare original Dave Iwerks photograph of legendary American evangelist Billy Graham, warmly inscribed by Graham, “To Anthony Janak God Bless You Always Billy Graham.” Black and white photograph of Graham in profile. Mounted to board, photographer’s label at lower right, studio ink stamp on mount verso: Copyright Dave Iwerks Northridge, Calif. U.S.A. The photograph measuresContinue reading "Billy Graham Signed Photograph."

Burger, Warren; William Rehnquist; William J. Brennan; Thurgood Marshall; Potter Stewart; Lewis Franklin Powell; William O. Douglas; Harry Blackmun; and Bryon White.

Warren E. Burger Supreme Court Signed Photograph.

[1972-1975].

Large photograph of the Burger Court, signed by nine justices below their portrait. Large black and white photograph depicting the Supreme Court in robes seated or standing. The justices are Potter Stewart, Lewis F. Powell, Jr., William O. Douglas (“W O Douglas”), Thurgood Marshall, Warren E. Burger, Harry A. Blackmun, William J. Brennan (“WmJBrennanJr”), William H. Rehnquist,Continue reading "Warren E. Burger Supreme Court Signed Photograph."

Armstrong, Neil; John Glenn; Wally Schirra; Alan Shepard; Gene Cernan; Jim Lovell; Rick Hauck; Pete Conrad; Jack Lousma.

Naval Aviation in Space Signed Print.

Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, 1989.

Signed limited Naval Aviation in Space print, one of 1000 copies signed by Neil Armstrong and eight other astronauts representing all of NASA’s space programs, including: Alan Shepard (first American in Space and Apollo 14 Commander/moonwalker); Neil Armstrong (Apollo 11 Commander and first moonwalker); Pete Conrad (Commander of Gemini, Apollo 12 moonwalker, and Skylab missions);Continue reading "Naval Aviation in Space Signed Print."

Aldrin, Buzz and James Lovell.

James Lovell and Buzz Aldrin Signed Jetstream Photograph.

Rare official NASA photograph of the jetstream over Egypt. Oversized, color semi-glossy photograph of the jetstream high over the Sahara Desert and Nile River, with the Red Sea and the Sinai Peninsula visible in the background. Boldly signed on the mount by “James Lovell Gemini 12” and “Buzz Aldrin.” Mounted. In fine condition. The pieceContinue reading "James Lovell and Buzz Aldrin Signed Jetstream Photograph."

Armstrong, Neil; Michael Collins; Buzz Aldrin.

Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph.

1969.

Rare large signed photograph of the Apollo 11 crew. Color photograph of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their white space suits against a lunar backdrop. Boldly signed by Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin. Double-matted and framed. In fine condition. Neil Armstrong’s signature was acquired at his home in Lebanon, Ohio, in JuneContinue reading "Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph."

Stafford, Tom and Gene Cernan.

Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan Signed Augmented Target Docking Adapter Photograph.

Rare official NASA photograph of the Augmented Target Docking Adapter (ATDA), or ‘angry alligator’. Oversized, color semi-glossy photograph of the ATDA as seen from the Gemini 9 spacecraft during one of their three rendezvous in space. Boldly signed on the mount in blue felt tip by Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan. Mounted. In fine condition withContinue reading "Tom Stafford and Gene Cernan Signed Augmented Target Docking Adapter Photograph."

Lagerfeld, Karl.

Karl Lagerfeld Signed Original Fashion Design Sketch.

Rare original fashion design sketch done and signed by legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. Mixed-media full-body sketch of a female model wearing a multi-buttoned long-sleeved collared shirt. Signed on the lower left corner by Lagerfeld and annotated on the upper right, “Chemise, body.” Double-matted and framed. In fine condition. The entire piece measures 16.3 inchesContinue reading "Karl Lagerfeld Signed Original Fashion Design Sketch."

Mother Teresa.

Mother Teresa Signed Photograph.

1984.

Rare photograph portrait of Mother Teresa boldly signed, “God bless you M. Teresa mc.” In fine condition. The piece measures 5 inches by 7 inches.

Houdini, Harry.

Harry Houdini Signed Houdini Picture Corporation Stock Certificate.

New York: The Brown-Green Co, July 18, 1921.

Rare stock certificate signed by the world’s greatest escape artist, master illusionist Harry Houdini. One page, partially printed in brown and black ink with an embossed seal, the document is dated July 18, 1921 and certifies that George Popp hereby owns fifteen shares of the Capital Stock of Houdini Picture Corporation. Signed by Harry HoudiniContinue reading "Harry Houdini Signed Houdini Picture Corporation Stock Certificate."

Jackson, Andrew.

Andrew Jackson’s Inaugural Address Broadside.

Pennsylvania: Marietta, March 10, 1829.

Rare broadside of the seventh President of the United States’ first inaugural address, printed in the Marietta Pilot six days after his being sworn in on March 4, 1829. Quarto, broadside printing of Andrew Jackson’s inaugural address, the speech reads in part, ‘Fellow Citizens: About to undertake the arduous duties that I have been appointedContinue reading "Andrew Jackson’s Inaugural Address Broadside."

Roosevelt, Franklin D.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Commemorative WWI Lake Torpedo Boat Company Photographs.

Bridgeport, CT: Lake Torpedo Boat Co, c. May 20, 1918.

Rare vintage photographs of Franklin D. Roosevelt as Assistant Secretary of the U. S. Navy, signed by him. Two gelatin silver photographs showing FDR on his May 20, 1918 visit to Lake Torpedo Boat Company in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the first of Roosevelt seated next to various officials on the speaker’s stand, and the second ofContinue reading "Franklin D. Roosevelt Signed Commemorative WWI Lake Torpedo Boat Company Photographs."