Enormous Mishkin of NY photographic portrait of Nijinsky in the title role of the ballet Petrouchka, 1911. Photograph printed at a later date, likely last quarter of the 20th century, for use in an unidentified exhibition. Mounted edge to edge on board to the astounding larger-than-life dimensions of 40 x 88 x 2.5 inches! With numerous small nicks and tears and abrasions to the edges, but overall in very good condition. To stand in front of this image, printed to such a scale, is an experience not to be forgotten! **Please note that this work will require professional crating and shipping at a cost to be billed to the buyer separately. Read More...
Group of 8 original programs, ca. 1920–1923, from the great ballerina. Included are a brochure for Pavlova's 1923 North American tour (printed in orange, with several photographs) and a single-sheet program from an appearance at the Strand Theatre on November 8 [1923], mentioned on the brochure; one program from an April 11 [1916] appearance at the Boston Opera House; two programs from a November 1920 appearance at Boston's Symphony Hall; two programs from a March 1921 appearance at Symphony Hall, one with two pages of handwritten notes, including some stick figure drawings of choreography; and one program from an October 1921 appearance at Symphony Hall. Some handwritten notes to the programs; toning, wear, some small tears. Overall very good.
Original photograph of the great ballerina in the 1916 silent film "The Dumb Girl of Portici," in which she starred as Fenella. Stamped on the verso by photographer Eugene Hutchinson of Chicago, as well as by the Boston Grand Opera Co. and Pavlowa Ballet Russe. Copyrighted by Hutchinson in the print at the lower right, and dated 1915 at the upper right. One corner crease with small chip, and some slight edge wear; overall very good. 7.75 x 9.5 inches (19.7 x 24.1 cm). Read More...
Moscow: Foreign Languages Publishing House. 1956. Signed volume from the Soviet-born ballerina, choreographer, director, and actress who embodied the Bolshoi Theater in the second half of the twentieth century. She has signed and inscribed on the title page to Paul McMahon: "Paul McMahon / M. Plisetskaya." Unpaginated. Black and white illustrations throughout. Softcover, staple binding with dust jacket. Dust jacket heavily rubbed on the spine; areas of toning; overall very good. 6.5 x 8.75 inches (17 x 22 cm). Read More...
Signed ca. 1960's brochure titled "Ballet Stars," containing photographs and biographies of some of the most important Soviet dancers of the era. Signed on their respective pages by Natalia Dudinskaya (dated December 2, 196[4?], Konstantin Sergeyev, Maya Plisetskaya, and Nikolai Fadeyechev. Some toning and light wear; overall fine. 6.75 x 9.5 inches (17.3 x 24.5 cm). Read More...
Signed program from a 1978 gala performance by the Twyla Tharp Dance Foundation benefiting the Boston University Summer Dance Residency. Tharp has signed in black ink on the front page. 6 x 9.25 inches (15.25 x 23.5 cm.). In fine condition.
Two vintage promotional photographs showing scenes from the classic 1948 dance film The Red Shoes with Anton Walbrook, Marius Goring and Moira Shearer. Some light creases and one small edge tear; overall very good. 10 x 8 inches (26 x 20.3 cm).
Sepia G.L. Manuel postcard photograph of the legendary dancer and singer, shown wearing an elaborately patterned reptile leather coat (identified lower right as "Manteau en Cuir de Reptile ALPINA"), inscribed "Josephine Baker/ 1920" and with the facsimile printed inscription "Au Revoir./ Josephine Baker." 3.5 x 5.5 inches (8.9 x 14 cm). Collection stamp on verso, overall very fine.
Uncommon original James Kriegsman photograph of the one-legged dancer in top hat and tails, signed and inscribed: "For Tommy/ Each show that I have worked with you has been a grand pleasure. Keep your mouth open – you dig?/ Your pal/ Peg-Leg Bates/ April 1939." 8 x 10 inches. Surface creasing, tape remnants to all corners, small stain to upper edge, mounting remnants to verso. Read More...
Wonderful 18 x 24 inch Columbia promotional poster of the legendary crooner, who has boldly signed in silver ink across the uncommonly large image, reproduced from an earlier period of his storied career. Some surface abrasions and crinkles/creases especially to lower half and upper right corner, else fine.
Framed proclamation from the Office of the President of the Borough of Manhattan in the City of New York proclaiming Oct. 17, 1987 "James Brown Day", beginning, "Whereas: James Brown ranks among the world's most outstanding singers, the magic of his unique and innovative sound electrifying audiences from London, England to Atlanta, Georgia." Document, issued during the "I Love New York" Festival and signed by Borough President David Dinkins, bears embossed foil seal of the President of the Borough of Manhattan. Scattered aging and spotting, else fine. 10.75 x 17 inches (27 x 43 cm.) Read More...
Signed photograph of the great jazz singer and pianist, who is shown in a promotional portrait for General Artists Corporation and has signed and inscribed at the lower left. Tape remnants to the edges; tear to the lower right corner; some surface cracks. Overall very good. 8 x 10 inches (20.6 x 25.3 cm).
Vintage 3.25 x 4.76 inch clipped magazine head-and-shoulders photo of a young Dylan, signed in blue ballpoint ink. Photo is affixed to a trimmed index card, which is in turn affixed to an approximately 8 x 5.75 inch piece of white cardstock. In fine condition, sold together with a 2017 Roger Epperson COA, as well as (obviously!) our own Schubertiade Guarantee of Authenticity.
Original contract for the song "Blossom," signed by the two jazz piano greats and co-authors Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, as well as Duke's sister Ruth James (as representative of Tempo Music) and his long-time mistress Mildred Dixon (as witness.) Dated February 2, 1954. The song "Blossom" was recorded in 1956 on the album "Ellington Showcase." 4 pp., attached at one short edge. In very fine condition. 8.5 x 16.25 inches (21.7 x 41.7 cm). Provenance: Duke Ellington Estate. Read More...
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Garland, Judy. (1922–1969). Judy Garland Award Proclamation from New York City Mayor Robert F. Wagner in Custom Presentation Folder
Original 1959 certificate for "distinguished and exceptional service," in presentation folder, signed by Mayor Wagner and dated 11 May, 1959. Measures approx. 9.5 x 12.25 x .25 inches. Exhibiting age, handling, surface marring and edge wear. Overall, in very good condition. From the collection of Liza Minnelli. Read More...
Used mallet from the American jazz vibraphonist, percussionist and bandleader. Well-worn and used, "Good Vibes M - 235" printed to the wooden handle, obtained by our consignor directly from Hampton himself. Sold together with a marvelous original 1968 press photograph of Hampton jumping on top of a drum.
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Signed photograph of the legendary jazz singer, who is shown in an attractive promotional photograph for the Associated Booking Corp, posing with a cigarette in her hand. She has signed and inscribed at the left. Several small tape remnants and surface losses to the edges; otherwise in fine condition overall, nicely matted and framed with all described faults out of view. Read More...
Graphically attractive program for a concert by the Glenn Miller Orchestra performed on 18 February, 1945, only two months after the bandleader's tragic death, including a lengthy essay on the history of jazz and a shorter essay specifically on the Glenn Miller Orchestra, both by French author and music critic Charles Delaunay, co-founder and long-term leader of the Hot Club de France, who has inscribed the inside cover: "To Michel de Bry/ as a mark of growing feeling and friendship/ Charles Delaunay." 10 pp., including inset attractive 3-color woodcut illustrations, 6.25 x 9.75 inches (16 x 25 cm.), mild wear, a little soiled, else fine. Together with two newspaper clippings of Parisian and French radio schedules. Read More...
Promotional postcard for the Ramsey Lewis Fan Club, signed and inscribed by the jazz composer and pianist at the right: "To Jennie - Best Wishes! Ramsey Lewis." Halftone photograph of the Ramsey Lewis Trio at the left. Water stain at the left; overall very good. 5.5 x 3.25 inches (13.8 x 8.3 cm).