Framed Autographs and Historical Documents

Aldrin, Buzz

Buzz Aldrin Signed Photograph.

1969.

Original color photograph of Buzz Aldrin, boldly inscribed by him. The photograph measures 10 inches by 8 inches. In fine condition.

King Edward VIII

House of Lords Doc. 20, Minutes of Proceedings, December 10, 1936, Printing Edward VIII’s “Instrument of Abdication” in which he officially renounces claim to the Throne.

1936.

Rare extract from the printed Minutes and a singular moment in British royal history. “Abdication of Edward R. I.” in blue pencil at top right. Framed such that both sides of the document can be read, visible portion of the unfolded sheet measures 16 x 12.5 inches; frame measures 22.5 inches by 20 inches. InContinue reading "House of Lords Doc. 20, Minutes of Proceedings, December 10, 1936, Printing Edward VIII’s “Instrument of Abdication” in which he officially renounces claim to the Throne."

[Farley, Chris]

Chris Farley Signed Photograph.

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Black and white headshot signed by American actor and comedian Chris Farley. Signed by Farley in gold ink. In fine condition. Farley signatures are uncommon.

Washington, Booker T

Booker T. Washington Typed Letter Signed.

Alabama January 6, 1896.

Typed letter signed by Booker T. Washington to American mining engineer John Birkinbine. One page on Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute stationary, square octavo, the letter reads in full, “I shall be willing to abide by your decision in the matter of the souvenir and will be willing to pay whatever extra tax necessary.” JohnContinue reading "Booker T. Washington Typed Letter Signed."

Connery, Sean. [Ian Fleming]

Sean Connery Signed James Bond Photograph.

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Black and white photograph of Sean Connery posing as James Bond, signed by him. In fine condition. The photograph measures 8 inches by 10 inches. A striking portrait of the great James Bond actor.

Muhammad, Elijah

Elijah Muhammad Signed First Day Cover.

1965.

First Day Cover honoring the Salvation Army, boldly signed by Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad, postmarked New York, NY July 2, 1965. In near fine condition. Autographs of Muhammad are rare. 

Bellow, Saul; Art Shay

Saul Bellow Signed Photograph.

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Black and white silver gelatin print of novelist and Nobel Prize-winning author Saul Bellow. The photograph measures 11 inches by 14 inches. Signed by Saul Bellow on the photograph. The photograph was taken by renowned photographer Art Shay in October 1976, the same day the author heard that he had been awarded the Nobel PrizeContinue reading "Saul Bellow Signed Photograph."

Seller, John

Moscovia and Russia. [17th Century John Seller Map of Moscow and Russia].

London c. 1685.

Rare hand-colored 17th century John Seller Map of Moscow and Russia, from Daniel Fenning’s A New System of Geography. One page, with intricate topographical details and hand-colored borders. In near fine condition.

Graham, Billy; Dave Iwerks

Billy Graham Signed Photograph.

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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."

Haise, Fred

Fred Haise Signed Apollo 13 Module Oversized Photograph.

April 14, 1970.

Oversized photograph of the Apollo 13 Module. Black and white photograph of the Apollo 13 Module. Lenghthily signed by Fred Haise with a quote from his conversation with Capsule Communicator Jack Lousma. The full inscription reads, “Okay. Right now Houston, the voltage is- is looking good, and we had a pretty large bang associated withContinue reading "Fred Haise Signed Apollo 13 Module Oversized Photograph."

Roosevelt, Theodore

Theodore Roosevelt Signed Document.

City of Washington 1907.

Document signed by Theodore Roosevelt as President. One page, partially printed and accomplished in manuscript, embossed with the gold Postal Service “Pony Express” seal, the document is dated March 29, 1907, and appoints William J. Lachner as Postmaster at Baker City, Oregon. Signed at the conclusion by Theodore Roosevelt, and countersigned by George B. Cortelyou asContinue reading "Theodore Roosevelt Signed Document."

Strauss, Richard

Richard Strauss Signed Program.

1925.

Richard Strauss signed program. The program was for a concert by the Dusseldorf City Orchestra and Richard Strauss, held April 30, 1925.  The program measures 6.5 inches by 8.75 inches. Double matted and framed opposite a photograph of Strauss. The entire piece measures 14.5 inches by 17.5 inches.

Truman, Harry S. and Adlai Stevenson

Harry S. Truman and Adlai Stevenson Signed Photograph.

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Rare original photograph of American statesmen Harry Truman and Adlai Stevenson. Inscribed by Harry Truman, “Kind regards to Ken Browne, Harry Truman” and by Stevenson, “For Ken Browne with best wishes Adlai S. Stevenson.” Double matted and framed. The entire piece measures 16 inches by 14.5 inches.

Truman, Harry S. and Bess

Harry and Bess Truman Signed Postage Stamps Sheet.

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Complete 9 inches by 10 inches full sheet of fifty United States three-cent postage stamps depicting the White House and honoring the sesquicentennial of Washington D.C. Boldly signed by Harry and Bess Truman, “To Mike Zebniak From Harry Truman” and “Bess W. Truman”. Matted and framed the entire piece measures 17 inches by 18 inches.

Kennedy, John F

John F. Kennedy Inauguration Invitations and Programs.

1961.

Rare collection of original materials from events held upon the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy. The collection includes a menu from the Inauguration Luncheon held on January 20th 1961 at the United States Senate Restaurant, invitations to Inaugural Ball an Inaugural Gala held at the National Guard Armory, a response card to the Gala,Continue reading "John F. Kennedy Inauguration Invitations and Programs."

Garfield, James A

James A. Garfield Autograph Signature.

19th c.

Rare 19th century autograph inscription from James A. Garfield, boldly signed in ink, “Very truly yours J.A. Garfield.” In near fine condition with an antiquarian smudge to the writing above the inscription. Double-matted and framed with a large portrait of Garfield and an informational placard. The piece measures 28.25 inches by 18 inches.

A New and Accurate Map of East and West Florida. Drawn from the best Authorities. [18th Century Map of Florida].

London [c. 1765].

Engraved 18th century English map of the state of Florida; one of the earliest printed maps of the state which appeared in the London Magazine in March of 1765. One page, the map is divided into British East and West Florida, showing South Florida as a group of over 50 islands and a number ofContinue reading "A New and Accurate Map of East and West Florida. Drawn from the best Authorities. [18th Century Map of Florida]."

Caruso, Enrico

Enrico Caruso Signed Photograph.

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Rare original sepia toned photograph of famed tenor Enrico Caruso, inscribed by him on the mount to football star Ettore Fontana in Italian, “Al carissimo amico Ettore Fontana Sinceramente Enrico Caruso New York, 1907.” In very good condition. Double matted and framed. The entire piece measures 17 inches by 15.5 inches.

Thackeray, William M

William M. Thackeray Autograph Letter Signed.

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Autograph letter signed by William M. Thackeray to Lady John Russell, wife of the Prime Minister. One page, the letter reads, “I have an engagement contracted 3 weeks ago unfortunately, or I should have had the greatest pleasure in coming to Richmond on Friday.” Matted and framed with two engravings, one of Thackeray and theContinue reading "William M. Thackeray Autograph Letter Signed."

King Charles III, Former Prince of Wales

King Charles III Signed Photograph.

2001.

Photograph of King Charles III as Prince of Wales seated with royal staff. Framed glossy color photograph of King Charles as Prince of Wales seated with royal staff, signed and dated by him “Charles 2001.” In fine condition. The piece measures 11.25 inches by 13.25 inches.

Aldrin, Buzz and James Lovell

James Lovell and Buzz Aldrin Signed Jetstream Photograph.

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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."

Rodin, Auguste

Auguste Rodin Autograph Signed Letter.

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Autographed letter signed by August Rodin on Exposition A. Rodin Place de l’Alma letterhead. In full: “Hui madame, Oui demain matin l’exposition vers 11 heures. Je serai bonne heure de vour in. Affectueusement,  Rodin” which translates as: “Dear Madame, Yes, tomorrow morning the exposition starts at 11 am. At the right moment, I will see it. Affectionately,Continue reading "Auguste Rodin Autograph Signed Letter."

Harriman, Edward Henry

Edward Henry Harriman Signed Stock Certificate for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company.

Missouri : The Mercantile Trust Company, 1901.

Rare Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company stock certificate signed by American financier and railroad executive E.H. Harriman. Quarto, one page partially printed and accomplished in manuscript with an attractive vignette of a B&O train, cancellation hole punches, the certificate is dated January 18, 1901 and issues 100 shares of the Capital Stock in the BaltimoreContinue reading "Edward Henry Harriman Signed Stock Certificate for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company."

Russell, John

Map of the Northern, or, New England States of America. Comprehending Vermont, New Hampshire, District of Main, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

London : H.D. Symonds, Feb. 7, 1795.

Hand-colored engraved map of New England by renowned 18th century English cartographer John Russell, one of the few commercial maps of New England issued immediately following the American Revolutionary War which appeared in Russell’s 1795 American Atlas. One page, the folding map covers the northeastern part of the United States including part of New YorkContinue reading "Map of the Northern, or, New England States of America. Comprehending Vermont, New Hampshire, District of Main, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut."