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23396. Brahms, Johannes. (1833–1897).
Original Photograph on his deathbed

A moving original photograph of the great composer on his deathbed, as photographed by Eugen von Miller zu Aichholz. Brahms is seen from the lower bed perspective, resting peacefully, with a few flowers strown around his head and shoulders. With the imprint of verso of Eugen v. Miller, jr, Wien und Gmunden, and dated in pencil, 1897. 4.5 x 6 inches (11.3 x 15.1 cm). Fine. Read More...

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23395. Brahms, Johannes. (1833–1897).
Original Photograph

Original photograph of Brahms, half-length, looking down and to the left in front of the doors of his Vienna apartment. Undated. Mounted on card. 4.25 x 6.5 inches (11 x 16.1 cm).  Scattered light scratches and marks, overall very good.

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23394. Brahms, Johannes. (1833–1897).
Easter Sunday - Original Photograph by Maria Fellinger

Photograph of Brahms looking out of a window, photographed ca. 1893-6 by his friend Maria Fellinger. Dated in pen below the image: Easter Sunday, March 26, 1894. On the gold-embossed mount of the photographer, Maria Fellinger, inscribed and initialed, by Fellinger, below. 4 x 5.25 inches (10.4 x 13.5 cm). Very good.   Read More...

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13572. Bucklin, Adele. & Bucklin, Mary. [Evens, Mary.] (1911-2007).
Small Archive of Original Photographs

A small archive of original photographs, ca. 1925-1935, of the violinist and cellist sisters Adele and Mary Bucklin as young women, together with another of their sisters, Velma or Margaret. The sisters, who grew up around the world as daughters of U. S. Consul General George Augustus Bucklin, Jr., are shown during their years in New Zealand, posing with their instruments in 8 original press photographs. Mary Bucklin would go on to be principal cello of the Victoria Symphony in the 1950's, and of Orchestra London in the 1970's; her second husband was conductor and violinist Clifford Evens. 8 photographs ranging from 5 x 7 to 9 x 12 inches; some light creases and wear to the corners and mounting remnants on the verso; overall in fine condition. Read More...

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13609. [Debussy, Claude. (1862-1918)] Colonne, Édouard. (1838-1910) & Bréval, Lucienne. (1869-1935) & Plumet, Charles. (1861-1928) & Campanini, Cleofonte. (1860-1919) & Dippel, Andreas. (1866-1932) & Sinigaglia, Leone. (1868-1944) & Depanis, Giuseppe. (1853-1942) & Rimsky-Korsakov, Nadezhda. (1848-1919) & Puech, Denys. (1854-1942) & Bartholomé, Albert. (1828-1928) & Fabiano, Beppe. & Schollar, Ludmilla. (1888-1978) & Pizetti, Ildebrando. (1880-1968) & Molinari, Bernardino. (1880-1952) & D'Udine, Jean. (1870-1938) & Guarnieri, Francesco de. (1867-1927).
Important Collection of Letters and Telegrams to the Composer

A fascinating collection of 14 autograph letters and cards and 2 telegrams addressed to the important French composer, dated between 1903 and 1917, from musicians and other artistic figures of the era. The letters, from correspondents including conductors, critics, dancers, composers, and visual artists, mention the very positive reception of Debussy's works during the last years of his life, including his 1903 nomination as a Chevalier of the Légion d'Honneur, the Chicago premiere of his opera Pelléas et Melisande, and Toscanini's 1911 performance of La Mer; other works discussed include his ballet Jeux, the cantata L'enfant prodigue, and his work for piano, L'isle joyeuse. Letters range from 4 x 2.5 inches to 5.25 x 8.25 inches and are overall in very good to fine condition, with some light toning and age wear. All letters in French. Read More...


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15208. [Dietrich, Marlene (1901–1992)].
The Threatened Kidnapping of Maria Dietrich - Photographic Archive

A small archive from the collection of the family of Marlene Dietrich of items used by Beverly Hills Police Department in 1932 during the investigation into the threatened kidnapping of Marlene Dietrich's daughter Maria. The archive consists of 16 photographs of the letters and envelopes sent to Dietrich by the perpetrator(s), each with a Beverly Hills Police ink received stamp. The striking letters are put together as collages of words clipped out of newspapers and bear menacing, if sometimes confusing, messages such as "Mad hopes to take Maria away from home. We will quickly find her. Ha ha ha. L B meaning what?" The original envelope used to store the letters is included, with an autograph note presumably in Dietrich's hand reading "Kidnapper Briefe" ("kidnapper letters"). Complete contents listed below.  Photographs stamped May 16, 1932. Sized 3 x 2 to 7 x 8 inches; some with mirroring in dark areas, few with staples at edges. Overall in very good condition. Read More...

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12596. Echániz, José. (1905–1969) & Kleiber, Erich. (1890–1956) & Bauer, Harold. (1873–1951) & Ganz, Rudolph. (1877–1972) & Leinsdorf, Erich. (1912–1993) & Primrose, William. (1904–1982) & Iturbi, José. (1895–1980) & Iturbi, Ámparo. (1898–1969) & Hanson, Howard. (1896–1981) & Hero, Stephan..
Collection of Photographs of José Echániz with Colleagues, including Primrose, Bauer, Kleiber, Leinsdorf etc.

An interesting collection of photographs of the important Cuban-American pianist and composer, a major star of the 1920's and 30's and longtime professor at the Eastman School. In one 4 x 6 and twelve 8 x 10 photographs, Echániz is shown with many other important musical figures of the era, including violinist Stephan Hero, violist William Primrose, conductors José Iturbi, Erich Leinsdorf, Erich Kleiber, and Howard Hanson, and pianists Ámparo Iturbi, Harold Bauer and Rudolph Ganz, among others. Also included is an 8.5 x 11 black and white advertisement for Echániz's performances taken from an issue of Musical America magazine.  Read More...

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16510. [FUTURISM] Bragaglia, Anton Giulio. (1890–1960).
Collection of "Teatro Sperimentale" Materials

An interesting collection of materials related to the Italian artist, a pioneer in Futurist photography and cinema who also directed the experimental theater "Teatro Sperimentale degli Independenti" in the 1920's–30's. The collection includes a 6-page typescript titled "Teatro Sperimentale," with autograph corrections in Bragaglia's hand throughout; 4 original black-and-white photographs of modern set designs for Pelléas et Melisande, Oedipe and further productions; two original pastel sketches of Bragaglia, signed "Roch"; two original flyers advertising Bragaglia's theater, art exhibitions, and publications; and several newspaper clippings relating to Bragaglia's work. Read More...

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15684. [French Art] [Curnonsky. (1872–1956)] [Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de. (1864–1901)] [Monet, Claude. (1840–1926)] [Willette, Adolphe. (1857–1926)] [Faure, Jean-Baptiste. (1830–1914)] Bofa, Gus. (1883–1968) & Bonnat, Léon. (1833–1922) & Weiluc, Lucien-Henri. (1873–1947).
Collection of Autograph Letters and Exhibition Invitations

An important archive of materials related to art and visual culture in turn-of-the-century Paris.  From the collection of French culinary writer Curnonsky, this large grouping pertaining to French artists of the early twentieth century includes almost 40 vernissage invitations and exhibition programs received by Curnonsky, many with his name handwritten on the recipient line, for exhibitions by Toulouse-Lautrec, Claude Monet, Henry Somm, Adolphe Willette, and many others.  Overall in fine condition.  Some of the highlights include: Read More...

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16971. [Lunatic Asylum] Stevens, J. H. & Newcome, W. T..
Archive of Materials Relating to Amateur Dramatics at the Kent County Lunatic Asylum, 1860's

A highly interesting collection of ephemera relating to amateur dramatics taking place at the Kent County Lunatic Asylum in Kent, England in the 1860's. The archive contains 15 programs, a prologue and two epilogues, a photograph of an actor, and 28 newspaper clippings, nicely laid down on scrapbook pages which are housed in a custom cloth box. Taken together, the items give a fascinating and unusual view into the Victorian treatment of the mentally ill. Read More...

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10719. Meir, Golda. (1898–1978) & Bancroft, Anne. (1931–2005).
Collection of Signed items related to the 1977 play "Golda"

An interesting collection of items relating to the Israeli stateswoman Golda Meir and the actress Anne Bancroft, who portrayed her in the 1977 play Golda. Highlights include a touching autograph letter from Bancroft to Meir, written one week after her 1977 visit to Israel, when she met Meir in preparation to play the role; an original Playbill signed by Bancroft and a souvenir program signed by Meir; and an original address book containing contact information for people involved in the production of Golda, including Bancroft, her husband Mel Brooks, theater personnel and doctors and therapists. Also included are four autograph notes from Bancroft and her family to the collector, Mary Jane Vineburgh (who appears to have worked as a wardrobe dresser on Golda), a group of 8 x 10 photographs of Meir, Bancroft, and others, and several other pieces of related correspondence. Read More...

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18002. Monroe, Marilyn. (1926–1962).
Large Archive of Photographs

A remarkable collection of 90 original vintage publicity and candid photographs from the legendary actress' most beloved films, together with a small group of candid photographs. Included are photographs from the films Ladies of the Chorus (1), Some Like It Hot (3), The Seven Year Itch (20), Bus Stop (25), No Business Like Show Business (2), River of No Return (10), Don't Bother to Knock (2), The Misfits (2), Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (16); two photographs of Monroe wearing the Moon of Baroda Diamond in a promotional event for Gentlemen Prefer Blondes; three other 8 x 10 portraits of Monroe; one doctored photograph showing Monroe topless in a pose evoking the famous moment in The Seven Year Itch; and four candid photographs of Monroe wearing a light dress and a feather boa at an event (3.5 x 5.25 inches). All other photographs 8 x 10 inches, most being original and of the period though a handful appear to be later issues, and overall in fine condition.

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15745. [Opera] Ludwig, Christa. (1928–2021) & Kirsten, Dorothy. (1910–1992) & Munsel, Patrice. (1925–2016) & Pons, Juan. (b. 1946).
Collection of Signed Photographs and Autographs

Collection of signed photographs and autographs from 14 important twentieth-century opera singers. The collection includes signed photographs from: Frances Bible (4 x 6); Jerry Hadley (4 x 6); Nicolai Ghiaurov (5 x 7); Margaret Price (2 signed photographs, 4 x 6); Geraint Evans (4 x 6); Richard Kness (signed photograph and 2 autographed cards); Leo Nucci (8 x 10); Hans Sotin (8 x 10); Patricia Munsel (8 x 10); James King (4 signed costume photographs and 1 signed portrait photograph, 4 x 6, with autograph letter); Juan Pons (2 signed costume photographs, 5 x 7 and 4 x 6); Dorothy Kirsten (4 x 6); Jeanie Altmeyer (4 x 6); Elena Obraztsova (8 x 10); and Christa Ludwig (2 signed portrait photographs, 4 x 6 and 8 x 10). In fine to very fine condition overall, with crisp signatures. Read More...


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14324. [Opera] [Strauss, Richard. (1864–1949)] [Wagner, Richard. (1813–1883)] [Siems, Margarethe. (1879–1952)] [Caruso, Enrico. (1873–1921)] Richter, Hans. (1843–1916) Von der Osten, Eva. (1881–1936).
Two Early-Twentieth-Century Opera Albums including Early Programs and Photographs of Important Strauss and Wagner Productions

Two interesting albums of opera programs, photographs, and clippings from England and Germany dating from 1902 to 1931, featuring important early Strauss performances and with with a particular focus on Wagner's operas, the collection including original programs from several summers of the Bayreuth Festspiele in 1906-1911, as well as many Wagnerian and other programs from Covent Garden and Dresden. Of particular interest are the programs for a very early (November 22, 1912) performance of the first version of Strauss' Ariadne auf Naxos and for its London premiere in 1913; a 1913 Königliches Opernhaus Der Rosenkavalier broadside program and 6 original postcard photographs, featuring some of the role creators, including Margarethe Siems (originator of Marschallin); two 1912 Königliches Opernhaus Ariadne auf Naxos broadsides, featuring several important creators including Margarethe Siems (originator of Zerbinetta).  Some of the other featured performers/conductors include Hans Richter, Enrico Caruso, Olive Fremstad, Ernest van Dyck, Emmy Destinn, Marcel Journet, Victor Maurel, Pasquale Amato, Minnie Saltzmann-Stevens, Rudolf Berger, Erik Schmedes, Felix von Kraus, Albert Coates, Artur Bodanzky, Minnie Nast, Josef Pauli, Hans Rudiger, Wilhelm Herold etc. Wear and chips to the lower edge of the Dresden programs (which are slightly too large for the album); general light age wear and toning; albums with spines somewhat rubbed, but structurally sound; overall most items in very good to fine condition. Albums measure 10.5 x 15 x 1.25 inches (27 x 37.5 x 3 cm) and 12 x 16.5 x 1.5 inches (30 x 41.5 x 4 cm). Read More...

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18037. [Pianists and Violinists] [Opera & Theatre] Sauer, Emil von. (1862–1942) & Paderewski, Ignace Jan. (1860–1941) & Menter, Sophie. (1846–1918) & Stojowski, Zygmunt. (1870–1946) & Gabrilowitsch, Ossip. (1878–1936) & Rosenthal, Moriz. (1862–1946) & Janotha, Natalia. (1856–1932) & Sarasate, Pablo de. (1844–1908) & Joachim, Joseph. (1831–1907) & Hambourg, Mark. (1879–1960).
Album of Concert Programs, 1890's London

A remarkable album of over 90 original concert programs, clippings, tickets and flyers chronicling musical performances in 1890's Brighton, London, and Germany, with a predominance of important pianists and violinists represented, as well as opera and theatre programs, and a ticket to the Wagner Nights. Highlights of the performers represented include Emil Sauer, Ignace Paderewski, Pablo de Sarasate, Joseph Joachim, Nellie Melba, Adelina Patti, Emma Albani, and Henry Irving. Many of the programs with notes from the collector; the album is signed by the collector, Sybil Mary Curtis, on the front pastedown, and dated January 3, 1896. Heavy wear to the binding, with spine and boards largely detached; toning. Most programs laid down to the pages, with some loosely laid in. Most programs in fine condition and overall very good. 8.5 x 11 inches (22.2 x 28 cm). Read More...

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15699. [Theatre and Opera] General Tom Thumb [Stratton, Charles Sherwood.] (1838–1883) & Langtry, Lillie. (1853–1929) & Salvini, Tommaso. (1829–1915) & Ristori, Adelaide. (1822–1906) & Irving, Henry. (1838–1905) & Terry, Ellen. (1847–1928) & Patti, Carlotta. (1840–1889) & Wilhelmj, August. (1845–1908).
Incredible Autograph Album, including Tom Thumb, Langtry, Salvini, Ristori, Irving, Terry, Patti, Wilhelmj etc.

A very interesting autograph album containing original photographs, signatures and signed autograph quotations from actors, opera singers, musicians and other personalities of the late nineteenth century. Signatures include: dwarf performers Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stratton (General Tom Thumb and Lavinia Warren); opera singers Carlotta Patti (with obituary news clipping), Anna de Belocca ("Chi ca piano, ca sano e chi va sano, va lontano"), Emma Abbott ("Be thou faithful unto death"), Marie Roze, Annie Louise Cary, and Marie Spettini; actresses Lillie Langtry ("Au revoir"), Ellen Terry, Mary Anderson, Kate Claxton, Lilian Adelaide Neilson, Adelaide Ristori ("Art is the mirror and the emanation of life"), Mary F. Scott-Siddons, Minnie Palmer, and Ada Cavendish; actors Henry Irving, Tommaso Salvini ("Euterpe onora il Canto! Tersicore...Carole! Ed io qual merto vanto? Parole! poi...parole!"), John T. Raymond, William Florence, Thomas Whiffen "(If you please"), Joseph Wheelock Sr., Samuel W. Piercy, Henry Dixie ("I never was born I was quarried"), and Wilson Barrett ("The rest is silence - Hamlet"); violinists August Wilhelmj and Eduard Remenyi; and abolitionist and women's rights activist Anna Dickinson. The album contains 20 pp. of autographs and 17 blank pages. Red leather boards with gold embossed lettering, gold-edged pages; heavy wear to binding with spine detached. 6 x 8 inches.

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3713. Walters, Lou. (ca. 1896-1977) & Sullivan, Ed. (1901-1974) & Webb, Jack. (1920-1982) & Bean, Orson. (b. 1928) & Dixon, Jean. (1896-1981).
Small Archive of Letters to Critic Gordon Allison

An interesting small archive of 1940's-50's letters to theatre and television critic Gordon Allison from several important figures in the entertainment world, including TV host Ed Sullivan, actors Orson Bean and Jean Dixon, actor and producer Jack Webb, and nightclub owner (and father of Barbara Walters) Lou Walters. Responding to Allison's interviews and feature pieces, the letters mostly express thanks to Allison: Sullivan writes in 1953 that "That damned nice piece made our 5th Anniversary an unforgettable experience," while Jack Webb writes about the premiere of "Dragnet" in 1952 that "The space you devoted to our television premiere was certainly appreciated. We hope, in the event that you saw it, it lived up to your expectations." Among three letters from Lou Walters is an eloquent two-page missive responding to a piece on Walters' club, the Latin Quarter, and defending his style of entertainment and his clients: "I cater to all kinds of people - I put on all kinds of shows. People often say 'We are tired of seeing the same sorts of things. Isn't there anything new, anything odd?' - so I go to Europe, travel the highways - and sometimes the byways - of the theatre and nightclubdom in an effort to find new things..." Read More...

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