Framed Autographs and Historical Documents

Jackson, Andrew

Andrew Jackson Autograph Document Signed.

December 6, 1830.

Rare Presidential Land Grant signed by Andrew Jackson as President and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Elijah Hayward. One page partially printed on vellum the document is dated November 11, 1830 and officially grants Scott Riggs a 72-acre land parcel in Springfield, Illinois. Signed at the conclusion “Andrew Jackson” and “Elijah Hayward” withContinue reading "Andrew Jackson Autograph Document Signed."

Lindbergh, Charles A

Charles Lindbergh Signed Photograph.

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Black and white photograph of Charles A. Lindbergh in his flying gear, inscribed by Lindbergh, “To Ms. Elizabeth Reynolds Sincerely, Charles A. Lindbergh.” In fine condition. Matted and framed. The entire piece measures 9 inches by 11 inches. A striking image, rare and desirable signed by Lindbergh.

Foxx, Jimmie

Jimmie Foxx Signed Letter.

1935.

Typed letter signed by baseball hall of famer Jimmie Foxx to Bill Hewish, declining a position on the Olney High School Program Committee in Philadelphia, “Received your letter of March 27th regarding the Program Committee of the Olney High School. I’m afraid I won’t be able to do what you ask, as being Captain ofContinue reading "Jimmie Foxx Signed Letter."

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."

Knight, Hilary. [Coco Chanel]

Hilary Knight Original Chanel Watercolor Illustration.

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Rare original watercolor fashion illustration by American artist Hilary Knight for Chanel. In an envelope affixed to the rear of the framed piece is the original tissue guard featuring an inscription in Knight’s hand, “A Chanel School Girl stops for a spring sniff of the camelia trees outside of the Place Vendome Step” and “A constructionContinue reading "Hilary Knight Original Chanel Watercolor Illustration."

Brady, Tom; Deion Branch

Tom Brady and Deion Branch Signed Photograph.

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Outstanding color satin-finish photograph of New England Patriots teammates Tom Brady and Deion Branch in their uniforms celebrating together. Boldly signed by both in white ink, “Tom Brady, 4x SB MVP” and “Deion Branch, Tito.” In fine condition. Double matted and framed. A Fanatics authentication hologram is affixed to the lower left corner. The entireContinue reading "Tom Brady and Deion Branch Signed Photograph."

Forty-Five Star American Flag.

[c. 1896].

Rare forty-five star American Flag. The forty-five star American Flag was in use between July 4, 1896 when the state of Utah was admitted into the Union and July 3, 1908 when Oklahoma was admitted as the 46th state. In near fine condition. The flag measures 58 inches by 114 inches.

Herbert Hoover and Andrew Mellon

World War Foreign Debts Commission Act Signed Photograph.

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Signed photograph of the members of The World War Foreign Debt Commission and the Belgian Commission. Signed below by each member, including Herbert Hoover (Secretary of Commerce and future President of the United States), Andrew W. Mellon (Secretary of the Treasury), Frank B. Kellogg (Secretary of State and 1929 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize),Continue reading "World War Foreign Debts Commission Act Signed Photograph."

Roosevelt, Eleanor

Eleanor Roosevelt Signed Dollar Bill.

1935.

Original series 1935 A one dollar silver certificate, boldly signed by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. In fine condition. The entire piece measures 15 inches by 12 inches. We have never seen another signed dollar bill by Roosevelt.

Kennedy, Jacqueline

Jacqueline Kennedy Signed White House Print.

1961.

White House photographic print taken in 1961 by White House photographer Cecil Stoughton. Boldly signed by Jacqueline Kennedy at the lower left. Stoughton took multiple photos in front of the White House fountains on the South Lawn when developing the 1961 Christmas Print. The final Christmas print, which showed more ducks positioned closer to the photographer,Continue reading "Jacqueline Kennedy Signed White House Print."

Holmes, Jr., Oliver Wendell

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. Signed Photograph.

1932.

Large photograph of Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes in his judicial robes, boldly signed by him, “Oliver Wendell Holmes, April 9, 1932.” The photograph measures 13.25 inches by 9.5 x 13.25. In fine condition.

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."

[de Carrara, Cajetau-Louis-Antoine]

18th Century French Nobility Patent.

November 13, 1710.

Rare 18th century French Patent of Nobility for Cajetau-Louis-Antoine de Carrara. Folio, bound in full velvet, the patent is comprised of five vellum leaves, the first with calligraphy within an elaborate engraved border; the third leaf with a gilt-painted armorial miniature, all edges gilt, rope bound in. Dated November 13, 1710, the patent is signed by MarieContinue reading "18th Century French Nobility Patent."

Dickens, Charles

Charles Dickens Autograph Envelope Signed.

July 3, 1866.

Autograph envelope signed by famed English novelist Charles Dickens. The envelope measures 2.75 inches by 4.75 inches, addressed in the hand of Dickens to the actor Drinkwater Meadows Esquire, Prairie Cottage, Barnes Green, Barnes, SW with Dickens‘ signature at lower left. Postmark London July 3, 1866. The recipient, Drinkwater Meadows, a well-regarded actor, played roles in several theatrical adaptations of Dickens‘ works, includingContinue reading "Charles Dickens Autograph Envelope Signed."

Hoover, Herbert & Harry S. Truman

Signed Photograph of Presidents Herbert Hoover & Harry S. Truman.

1946.

Photograph of Presidents Herbert Hoover & Harry S. Truman, signed by both Presidents. Double matted and framed, the entire piece measures 11.25 inches by 9.5 inches. Rare and desirable signed by both Hoover and Truman.

Perón, Eva

Eva Perón Signed Photograph.

1950.

Rare photographic portrait of the First Lady of Argentina Eva Perón, signed and lengthily inscribed and dated by her in Spanish. Retaining the original mount. Double matted and framed, the entire piece measures 15.5 inches by 18 inches. In near fine condition.

Knight, Hilary

Original Hilary Knight Watercolor Signed.

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Original ink and watercolor painting by American illustrator Hilary Knight. Titled, ‘Silver Bangles Thick and Thin’, the painting depicts ‘N. Emily’, a character Knight created to embody a typical Neiman Marcus customer for 24 double-page fashion spreads published in The Book, Neiman Marcus’ monthly magazine for two years in the late 1990s. In fine condition.Continue reading "Original Hilary Knight Watercolor Signed."

Reagan, Ronald

Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph.

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Limited edition panoramic photograph of ‘The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library’ in Simi Valley, California. Glossy color 14.5 inch by 5 inch panoramic photograph of ‘The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library’ in Simi Valley, California, numbered 96/250, boldly signed on the border by Ronald Reagan, and by the photographer, Tom Lamb. In fine condition. Handsomely double-matted and framed.Continue reading "Ronald Reagan Signed Photograph."

Ben-Gurion, David

Shderot D. Ben Gurion [David Ben-Gurion Boulevard].

Israel .

Rare original Israeli boulevard sign named after the first Prime Minister of Israel. Blue metal street sign written in Hebrew, “Boulevard D. Ben-Gurion.” In very good condition. Framed, the entire piece measures 24 inches by 13.5 inches.

Reagan, Ronald and Nancy

Signed Family Photograph of Ronald and Nancy Reagan.

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Original photograph of President Ronald Reagan, First Lady Nancy Reagan and their two children: Ronald Jr. and Patti. Signed by the Presidential couple below each of their portraits, “Ronald Reagan” and “Nancy Reagan.” Double matted and framed, the photograph measures 10 inches by 8 inches. The entire piece measures 15 inches by 13.5 inches. InContinue reading "Signed Family Photograph of Ronald and Nancy Reagan."

Eisenhower, Dwight D. and Mamie Doud Eisenhower; David Eisenhower

Eisenhower Family Signed Photograph.

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Photograph of the Eisenhower family, signed by Dwight D. and Mamie Eisenhower, their son and daughter-in-law and only grandchild. Inscribed by Dwight D. Eisenhower, “For Ken & Joyce Browne with best wishes Dwight D. Eisenhower,” and signed, “Mamie Doud Eisenhower.” Additionally inscribed by the Eisenhowers’ eldest son John and his wife Barbara, “To the BrownesContinue reading "Eisenhower Family Signed Photograph."

Carter, Jimmy and Menachem Begin

Photograph Signed by Jimmy Carter and Menachem Begin.

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Photograph signed by President Jimmy Carter and Prime Minister Menachem Begin on the front panel. The photograph is of Carter and Begin in The White House with their cabinets. The photograph is stamped on the rear panel, “Official Photograph, The White House.” Matted and framed. The entire piece measures 15 inches by 13 inches. InContinue reading "Photograph Signed by Jimmy Carter and Menachem Begin."

Sloan, Alfred P

Alfred P. Sloan Signed Photograph.

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Photograph of legendary executive Alfred Sloan, boldly signed, “Alfred P. Sloan, Jr., May 1 , 1937.” Framed in a custom gilt stamped morocco frame. The entire piece measures 13.5 inches by 16.5 inches. Photographs signed by Sloan are rare.

[Hondius, Jodocus]

Terra Sancta quae in Sacris Terra Promissionis olim Palestina [Holy Land Map].

Amsterdam : Blaeu, Willem, 1629.

Copper engraved, hand-colored map of one of the most decorative maps of the Holy Land of the 17th century. One page with hand-colored borders, the map depicts the tribes of Israel and the route the Israelites took from Egypt through Sinai into Canaan. In the sea there are three sea monsters, one of which hasContinue reading "Terra Sancta quae in Sacris Terra Promissionis olim Palestina [Holy Land Map]."