Literature Autographs ($250 - $500)

  • (Item #: K2242-C2F)
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated between 1882 and 1887, all addressed to the dramatist, theater director, and actor Hilarion Ballande (1820-1887). Different sizes and lengths, in very good condition or better. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French... read more >
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated between 1882 and 1887, all addressed to the dramatist, theater director, and actor Hilarion Ballande (1820-1887). Different sizes and lengths, in very good condition or better. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of...

    $400.00 USD

    (Item #: K2242-C2F)
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated between 1882 and 1887, all addressed to the dramatist, theater director, and actor Hilarion Ballande (1820-1887). Different sizes and lengths, in very good condition or better. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French... read more >
    French writer, libretist and dramatist (1832-1907), nephew of the famous composer Fromental Halévy. Collection of 12 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated between 1882 and 1887, all addressed to the dramatist, theater director, and actor Hilarion Ballande (1820-1887). Different sizes and lengths, in very good condition or better. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
  • (Item #: S5837-H7K)
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph signed by him with a short sentiment.  Size is 8 x 10.2 inches, ink-stamps and stickers on verso, front in excellent condition.
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph... read more >
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph signed by him with a short sentiment.  Size is 8 x 10.2 inches, ink-stamps and stickers on verso, front in excellent condition.
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist,...

    $375.00 USD

    (Item #: S5837-H7K)
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph signed by him with a short sentiment.  Size is 8 x 10.2 inches, ink-stamps and stickers on verso, front in excellent condition.
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph... read more >
    American children's author (1904-1991), and also animator, cartoonist, and filmmaker; whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel. Fantastic black-and-white photograph signed by him with a short sentiment.  Size is 8 x 10.2 inches, ink-stamps and stickers on verso, front in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: L0849A-H5Q)
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1-page long each, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2... read more >
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1-page long each, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph...

    $300.00 USD

    (Item #: L0849A-H5Q)
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1-page long each, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2... read more >
    French writer (1789-1882). Fine set of 3 autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her. Each one's size is 5.2 x 8.1 inches, 1-page long each, in very good condition. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.
  • (Item #: K3941-C6D)
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the letters are addressed to the friend and singer of Debussy, Ravel, and De Falla, Marguerite Greslé. We report an extract as a sample: "...Ce que vous nous dites de vos élèves, de vos filles, ne nous étonne point; sous votre direction et avec vos examples vous formerez toujours d'exquises musiciennesm et ainsi le chant français, celui d'aujourd'hui comme celui de la vieille France, par vos soins fleurira. Vous me parlez de duos du Florilège pour voix de femmes; il est en d'autres, et des trios, voire même des quatuors en un album intitulé: Anthologie chorale des Maîtres Musiciens de la Renaissance française. Concerts du XVI siècle...". Different sizes and lengths (for a total of 13 written pages), in very good condition or better (see scans provided), third-party inscriptions or glosses are present in two letters. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the... read more >
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the letters are addressed to the friend and singer of Debussy, Ravel, and De Falla, Marguerite Greslé. We report an extract as a sample: "...Ce que vous nous dites de vos élèves, de vos filles, ne nous étonne point; sous votre direction et avec vos examples vous formerez toujours d'exquises musiciennesm et ainsi le chant français, celui d'aujourd'hui comme celui de la vieille France, par vos soins fleurira. Vous me parlez de duos du Florilège pour voix de femmes; il est en d'autres, et des trios, voire même des quatuors en un album intitulé: Anthologie chorale des Maîtres Musiciens de la Renaissance française. Concerts du XVI siècle...". Different sizes and lengths (for a total of 13 written pages), in very good condition or better (see scans provided), third-party inscriptions or glosses are present in two letters. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters...

    $400.00 USD

    (Item #: K3941-C6D)
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the letters are addressed to the friend and singer of Debussy, Ravel, and De Falla, Marguerite Greslé. We report an extract as a sample: "...Ce que vous nous dites de vos élèves, de vos filles, ne nous étonne point; sous votre direction et avec vos examples vous formerez toujours d'exquises musiciennesm et ainsi le chant français, celui d'aujourd'hui comme celui de la vieille France, par vos soins fleurira. Vous me parlez de duos du Florilège pour voix de femmes; il est en d'autres, et des trios, voire même des quatuors en un album intitulé: Anthologie chorale des Maîtres Musiciens de la Renaissance française. Concerts du XVI siècle...". Different sizes and lengths (for a total of 13 written pages), in very good condition or better (see scans provided), third-party inscriptions or glosses are present in two letters. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the... read more >
    French musicologist (1863-1952). Collection of eight autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed, dated between 1941 and 1948. Most of the letters are addressed to the friend and singer of Debussy, Ravel, and De Falla, Marguerite Greslé. We report an extract as a sample: "...Ce que vous nous dites de vos élèves, de vos filles, ne nous étonne point; sous votre direction et avec vos examples vous formerez toujours d'exquises musiciennesm et ainsi le chant français, celui d'aujourd'hui comme celui de la vieille France, par vos soins fleurira. Vous me parlez de duos du Florilège pour voix de femmes; il est en d'autres, et des trios, voire même des quatuors en un album intitulé: Anthologie chorale des Maîtres Musiciens de la Renaissance française. Concerts du XVI siècle...". Different sizes and lengths (for a total of 13 written pages), in very good condition or better (see scans provided), third-party inscriptions or glosses are present in two letters. SOLD TOGETHER, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY
  • (Item #: H3611-H7D)
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a friend about personal matters), dated in Chicago, 1884.  Size is 4.9 x 7.8 inches, repairs at the center, missing couple of lines, some stains and folds, in overall good condition.  Very rare! ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone photograph of the writer, probably from a book or magazine.  Size is 7 x 9.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a... read more >
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a friend about personal matters), dated in Chicago, 1884.  Size is 4.9 x 7.8 inches, repairs at the center, missing couple of lines, some stains and folds, in overall good condition.  Very rare! ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone photograph of the writer, probably from a book or magazine.  Size is 7 x 9.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's...

    $475.00 USD

    (Item #: H3611-H7D)
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a friend about personal matters), dated in Chicago, 1884.  Size is 4.9 x 7.8 inches, repairs at the center, missing couple of lines, some stains and folds, in overall good condition.  Very rare! ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone photograph of the writer, probably from a book or magazine.  Size is 7 x 9.4 inches, in very good condition.
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a... read more >
    American writer (1850-1935), best known for his children's poetry and humor essays. Autograph letter signed by him (probably to a friend about personal matters), dated in Chicago, 1884.  Size is 4.9 x 7.8 inches, repairs at the center, missing couple of lines, some stains and folds, in overall good condition.  Very rare! ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone photograph of the writer, probably from a book or magazine.  Size is 7 x 9.4 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M4308-D4H)
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1912.  Signed photo postcard, 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition.
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature... read more >
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1912.  Signed photo postcard, 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition.
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the...

    $300.00 USD

    (Item #: M4308-D4H)
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1912.  Signed photo postcard, 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition.
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature... read more >
    German dramatist and novelist (1862-1946), one of the most important promoters of literary naturalism, received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1912.  Signed photo postcard, 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: S7712-H10C)
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him, shown young. Size is 9.8 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him,... read more >
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him, shown young. Size is 9.8 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense,...

    $495.00 USD

    (Item #: S7712-H10C)
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him, shown young. Size is 9.8 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him,... read more >
    American author (b.1947) of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels.  Fine casual color photograph signed by him, shown young. Size is 9.8 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: H5102-GZ248I)
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated in 1864. One of the letters is 2-pages and the other is 4-pages, each page's size is 5.75 x 9 inches approximately, folds, minor stains, in very good condition.
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2... read more >
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated in 1864. One of the letters is 2-pages and the other is 4-pages, each page's size is 5.75 x 9 inches approximately, folds, minor stains, in very good condition.
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book...

    $275.00 USD

    (Item #: H5102-GZ248I)
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated in 1864. One of the letters is 2-pages and the other is 4-pages, each page's size is 5.75 x 9 inches approximately, folds, minor stains, in very good condition.
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2... read more >
    German historian (1822-1903), better known for his book about the fall of the house of the Stuart. Set of 2 autograph letters in French (sold untranslated) signed by him, dated in 1864. One of the letters is 2-pages and the other is 4-pages, each page's size is 5.75 x 9 inches approximately, folds, minor stains, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: H6257-OS13A)
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous plot, and was taken to film by Alfred Hitchcock. Signed program for a performance of this play in theater, at the Nassau Repertory Theater, Nov-Dec, 1964. Signed and inscribed on the first page by Knott, who inscribed his autograph to Craig Dudley, one of the actors in the play.  Autograph is on the first page of the program, which has been separated and mounted on a cardboard mat, next to the front cover. This is not a full program, only the cast page and the front cover. Mat is 12.75 x 11.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous... read more >
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous plot, and was taken to film by Alfred Hitchcock. Signed program for a performance of this play in theater, at the Nassau Repertory Theater, Nov-Dec, 1964. Signed and inscribed on the first page by Knott, who inscribed his autograph to Craig Dudley, one of the actors in the play.  Autograph is on the first page of the program, which has been separated and mounted on a cardboard mat, next to the front cover. This is not a full program, only the cast page and the front cover. Mat is 12.75 x 11.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for...

    $485.00 USD

    (Item #: H6257-OS13A)
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous plot, and was taken to film by Alfred Hitchcock. Signed program for a performance of this play in theater, at the Nassau Repertory Theater, Nov-Dec, 1964. Signed and inscribed on the first page by Knott, who inscribed his autograph to Craig Dudley, one of the actors in the play.  Autograph is on the first page of the program, which has been separated and mounted on a cardboard mat, next to the front cover. This is not a full program, only the cast page and the front cover. Mat is 12.75 x 11.25 inches, in excellent condition.
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous... read more >
    English playwright (1916-2002) and screenwriter, mostly known for his crime-related works. Dial M for Murder is probably his most famous plot, and was taken to film by Alfred Hitchcock. Signed program for a performance of this play in theater, at the Nassau Repertory Theater, Nov-Dec, 1964. Signed and inscribed on the first page by Knott, who inscribed his autograph to Craig Dudley, one of the actors in the play.  Autograph is on the first page of the program, which has been separated and mounted on a cardboard mat, next to the front cover. This is not a full program, only the cast page and the front cover. Mat is 12.75 x 11.25 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: K4242-OS15C)
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed to the French baritone Leon Melchissedec. Size is 7.1 x 9 inches each page, central fold, minor spotted dust, in overall very good condition.
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed... read more >
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed to the French baritone Leon Melchissedec. Size is 7.1 x 9 inches each page, central fold, minor spotted dust, in overall very good condition.
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in...

    $250.00 USD

    (Item #: K4242-OS15C)
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed to the French baritone Leon Melchissedec. Size is 7.1 x 9 inches each page, central fold, minor spotted dust, in overall very good condition.
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed... read more >
    French poet (1851-1915). Autograph poem in French in two separate pages signed by Legay on the second page, and inscribed to the French baritone Leon Melchissedec. Size is 7.1 x 9 inches each page, central fold, minor spotted dust, in overall very good condition.
  • (Item #: M7257-Y13D)
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan, signed and inscribed by her, with a short sentiment in latin. Size is 3.25 x 5.3 inches, minor silvering on borders, in very good condition.
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan,... read more >
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan, signed and inscribed by her, with a short sentiment in latin. Size is 3.25 x 5.3 inches, minor silvering on borders, in very good condition.
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member...

    $250.00 USD

    (Item #: M7257-Y13D)
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan, signed and inscribed by her, with a short sentiment in latin. Size is 3.25 x 5.3 inches, minor silvering on borders, in very good condition.
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan,... read more >
    Italian poet and writer (1870-1945), first woman member of the Italian Academy (1940). Fine signed photo postcard by Camuzzi, Milan, signed and inscribed by her, with a short sentiment in latin. Size is 3.25 x 5.3 inches, minor silvering on borders, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M6873-H03-D)
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in Tarzana, CA, dated in 1939. Size is 8.4 x 3 inches, protected in hard plastic case, in excellent condition. PSA-DNA Certificate of Authenticity.
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in... read more >
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in Tarzana, CA, dated in 1939. Size is 8.4 x 3 inches, protected in hard plastic case, in excellent condition. PSA-DNA Certificate of Authenticity.
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure...

    $300.00 USD

    (Item #: M6873-H03-D)
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in Tarzana, CA, dated in 1939. Size is 8.4 x 3 inches, protected in hard plastic case, in excellent condition. PSA-DNA Certificate of Authenticity.
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in... read more >
    American fiction writer (1875-1950), celebrated for his adventure and science-fiction novels, including Tarzan. Signed check printed with his name in Tarzana, CA, dated in 1939. Size is 8.4 x 3 inches, protected in hard plastic case, in excellent condition. PSA-DNA Certificate of Authenticity.
  • (Item #: GB9544-GX153)
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in Italian (sold untranslated), sized 8.25 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in... read more >
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in Italian (sold untranslated), sized 8.25 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti...

    $300.00 USD

    (Item #: GB9544-GX153)
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in Italian (sold untranslated), sized 8.25 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in... read more >
    Italian poet (1788-1865), and librettist for Don Nicetti and Bellini. Autograph letter signed, dated in Turin, 1849. One page, in Italian (sold untranslated), sized 8.25 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S7656-H10B)
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3 x .75 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned carte-de-visite (CDV) by Elliot & Fry (London). Size is 2.3 x 4.1 inches minor mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3... read more >
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3 x .75 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned carte-de-visite (CDV) by Elliot & Fry (London). Size is 2.3 x 4.1 inches minor mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip...

    $250.00 USD

    (Item #: S7656-H10B)
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3 x .75 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned carte-de-visite (CDV) by Elliot & Fry (London). Size is 2.3 x 4.1 inches minor mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3... read more >
    English writer (1819-1900), philosopher, and art critic. Clip with his signature (probably the bottom of a letter). Size is 3 x .75 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned carte-de-visite (CDV) by Elliot & Fry (London). Size is 2.3 x 4.1 inches minor mounting traces on verso, otherwise in very good condition.
  • (Item #: K4949-C7A)
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her as "Madame A. Brisson", dated between 1946 and 1949. All letters are about the years of the Université des Annales' journal "Conferencia", concerning music matters and upcoming concerts. We report an extract as a sample, concerning a book by Bernard Gavoty about the composer Jehan Alain (1911-1940): "...Quel plaisir vous m'avez fait, et quelle émotion vous m'avez donnée en m'envoyant ce beau, j'allais dire, ce pathétique livre sur Jehan Alain (...) je le relirai plus attentivement encore voulant en extraire un passage pour Conférencia..." .  Different sizes, lengths, and conditions (see scans provided for a detailed view). SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed... read more >
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her as "Madame A. Brisson", dated between 1946 and 1949. All letters are about the years of the Université des Annales' journal "Conferencia", concerning music matters and upcoming concerts. We report an extract as a sample, concerning a book by Bernard Gavoty about the composer Jehan Alain (1911-1940): "...Quel plaisir vous m'avez fait, et quelle émotion vous m'avez donnée en m'envoyant ce beau, j'allais dire, ce pathétique livre sur Jehan Alain (...) je le relirai plus attentivement encore voulant en extraire un passage pour Conférencia..." .  Different sizes, lengths, and conditions (see scans provided for a detailed view). SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the...

    $280.00 USD

    (Item #: K4949-C7A)
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her as "Madame A. Brisson", dated between 1946 and 1949. All letters are about the years of the Université des Annales' journal "Conferencia", concerning music matters and upcoming concerts. We report an extract as a sample, concerning a book by Bernard Gavoty about the composer Jehan Alain (1911-1940): "...Quel plaisir vous m'avez fait, et quelle émotion vous m'avez donnée en m'envoyant ce beau, j'allais dire, ce pathétique livre sur Jehan Alain (...) je le relirai plus attentivement encore voulant en extraire un passage pour Conférencia..." .  Different sizes, lengths, and conditions (see scans provided for a detailed view). SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed... read more >
    French writer (1869-1950), philanthropist, and founder of the Université des Annales. Collection of five autograph letters in French (untranslated) signed by her as "Madame A. Brisson", dated between 1946 and 1949. All letters are about the years of the Université des Annales' journal "Conferencia", concerning music matters and upcoming concerts. We report an extract as a sample, concerning a book by Bernard Gavoty about the composer Jehan Alain (1911-1940): "...Quel plaisir vous m'avez fait, et quelle émotion vous m'avez donnée en m'envoyant ce beau, j'allais dire, ce pathétique livre sur Jehan Alain (...) je le relirai plus attentivement encore voulant en extraire un passage pour Conférencia..." .  Different sizes, lengths, and conditions (see scans provided for a detailed view). SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.  
  • (Item #: GA7775-GX274C)
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as himself, inscribed, mounted on a photographer mat; original photo by Paul Bayer, Paris.  Total size is 8.25 x 12.6 inches (actual photo is 5 x 8.4 inches), minor wear on corners, in excellent condition.
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as... read more >
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as himself, inscribed, mounted on a photographer mat; original photo by Paul Bayer, Paris.  Total size is 8.25 x 12.6 inches (actual photo is 5 x 8.4 inches), minor wear on corners, in excellent condition.
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned...

    $475.00 USD

    (Item #: GA7775-GX274C)
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as himself, inscribed, mounted on a photographer mat; original photo by Paul Bayer, Paris.  Total size is 8.25 x 12.6 inches (actual photo is 5 x 8.4 inches), minor wear on corners, in excellent condition.
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as... read more >
    Famous French dramatist (1831-1908), whose plays were turned into popular operas (Tosca, Fedora and others).  Large signed photo shown as himself, inscribed, mounted on a photographer mat; original photo by Paul Bayer, Paris.  Total size is 8.25 x 12.6 inches (actual photo is 5 x 8.4 inches), minor wear on corners, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: GB9546-GX153)
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph note signed, in French (sold untranslated), each one is one page with his initials embossed at the top left corners. One is 5.1 x 8 inches and the other 5.25 x 6.25 inches, in good condition.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph... read more >
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph note signed, in French (sold untranslated), each one is one page with his initials embossed at the top left corners. One is 5.1 x 8 inches and the other 5.25 x 6.25 inches, in good condition.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto...

    $300.00 USD

    (Item #: GB9546-GX153)
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph note signed, in French (sold untranslated), each one is one page with his initials embossed at the top left corners. One is 5.1 x 8 inches and the other 5.25 x 6.25 inches, in good condition.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph... read more >
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi and others. Two autograph note signed, in French (sold untranslated), each one is one page with his initials embossed at the top left corners. One is 5.1 x 8 inches and the other 5.25 x 6.25 inches, in good condition.
  • (Item #: K9887-C11A)
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph note in French signed by him recommending someone (probably the last part from a longer letter whose top is missing) mounted on a card. Size is 3.8 x 2.6 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Translation and Transcription are ALSO INCLUDED.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph... read more >
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph note in French signed by him recommending someone (probably the last part from a longer letter whose top is missing) mounted on a card. Size is 3.8 x 2.6 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Translation and Transcription are ALSO INCLUDED.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto...

    $250.00 USD

    (Item #: K9887-C11A)
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph note in French signed by him recommending someone (probably the last part from a longer letter whose top is missing) mounted on a card. Size is 3.8 x 2.6 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Translation and Transcription are ALSO INCLUDED.
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph... read more >
    French dramatist and librettist (1791-1861), wrote the libretto for many famous operas by Rossini, Donizetti, Verdi, and others. An autograph note in French signed by him recommending someone (probably the last part from a longer letter whose top is missing) mounted on a card. Size is 3.8 x 2.6 inches, minor stains, in very good condition. Translation and Transcription are ALSO INCLUDED.
  • (Item #: K6085-W3H)
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original business card signed by him with his initials adding an enigmatic short text quote, dated June 6, 1940. Size is 4.5 x 2.1 inches, mat burn signs, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone unsigned photograph of the writer, shown in his elder days. Size is 4.5 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original... read more >
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original business card signed by him with his initials adding an enigmatic short text quote, dated June 6, 1940. Size is 4.5 x 2.1 inches, mat burn signs, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone unsigned photograph of the writer, shown in his elder days. Size is 4.5 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on...

    $450.00 USD

    (Item #: K6085-W3H)
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original business card signed by him with his initials adding an enigmatic short text quote, dated June 6, 1940. Size is 4.5 x 2.1 inches, mat burn signs, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone unsigned photograph of the writer, shown in his elder days. Size is 4.5 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original... read more >
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. His original business card signed by him with his initials adding an enigmatic short text quote, dated June 6, 1940. Size is 4.5 x 2.1 inches, mat burn signs, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a half-tone unsigned photograph of the writer, shown in his elder days. Size is 4.5 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: H6700-Y7I)
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed by him announcing his comedy "Too True to Be Good" (1932) at Cincinnati (no year indicated).  Size is 5.8 x 8.5 inches, 1 sheet, small crack over the left border, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed... read more >
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed by him announcing his comedy "Too True to Be Good" (1932) at Cincinnati (no year indicated).  Size is 5.8 x 8.5 inches, 1 sheet, small crack over the left border, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on...

    $350.00 USD

    (Item #: H6700-Y7I)
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed by him announcing his comedy "Too True to Be Good" (1932) at Cincinnati (no year indicated).  Size is 5.8 x 8.5 inches, 1 sheet, small crack over the left border, otherwise in excellent condition.
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed... read more >
    Irish playwright (1956-1950) and critic, whose influence on Western theatre, culture, and politics extended from the 1880s on. Playbill signed by him announcing his comedy "Too True to Be Good" (1932) at Cincinnati (no year indicated).  Size is 5.8 x 8.5 inches, 1 sheet, small crack over the left border, otherwise in excellent condition.
  • (Item #: S7646-H10B)
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written pages in one folded sheet, in very good condition.
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written... read more >
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written pages in one folded sheet, in very good condition.
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold...

    $275.00 USD

    (Item #: S7646-H10B)
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written pages in one folded sheet, in very good condition.
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written... read more >
    French novelist (1804-1857). Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) signed by him. Size is 4.2 x 5.3 inches, 3 written pages in one folded sheet, in very good condition.
  • (Item #: M6159-H1C)
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars, dated in 1978, size is 8.5 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photograph of him, shown young, with his typewriter. A modern print, size is 7.25 x 6.1 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars,... read more >
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars, dated in 1978, size is 8.5 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photograph of him, shown young, with his typewriter. A modern print, size is 7.25 x 6.1 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers...

    $345.00 USD

    (Item #: M6159-H1C)
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars, dated in 1978, size is 8.5 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photograph of him, shown young, with his typewriter. A modern print, size is 7.25 x 6.1 inches, in excellent condition.
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars,... read more >
    American playwright (1911-1983), one of the foremost writers of America during the 20th century. Signed check for 500 US dollars, dated in 1978, size is 8.5 x 3.9 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photograph of him, shown young, with his typewriter. A modern print, size is 7.25 x 6.1 inches, in excellent condition.