Three-page proof set from the 1952 publication of the artist's aphorisms "Le Jour et la Nuit : Cahiers de Georges Braque, 1917-1952," identified here as "Cahiers," stamped on the first page "11 AVR 1951," with the artist adding his name in brown ink for the publication under the title "de / G. Braque." Paper toned, else fine. 16.5 x 25 cm.
Braque's aphorisms on art, said to have been originally jottings on the margins of drawings, were first collected and published in 1917.
An important autograph document shedding light on the internal workings of the "Kartell lyrischer Autoren," the cartel founded in 1902 to protect the rights of German lyric authors to earn money from their writing. Founded by Richard Dehmel and Arno Holz, the cartel soon grew to more than a hundred members. The document, dated 1910, is an autograph letter from the German lyric poet and Kartell committee member, Carl Busse to the other members of the committee, with autograph responses following on the same sheet from Richard Dehmel, Gustav Falke, Arno Holz, Paul Heyse, and Hugo von Hoffmannsthal. It deals with a disagreement among the committee: Alfred Mombert has been elected to the committee, but questions have been raised about the election process. Carl Busse's letter suggests another election following a new procedure, to which the other members respond. Richard Dehmel writes: "I stand by my vote for Mombert, but have nothing against proceeding according to Herr Busse's suggestion at a future election. Incidentally, it is not yet at all certain that Mombert will accept the nomination." In fact, Mombert did not join the committee in 1910, but only in 1914, after the death of Paul Heyse. Read More...
Typed poem "An Hour," beneath a facsimile of the poem in manuscript, signed and dated Jan 4, 1992 by the author in blue ink together with five handwritten lines in which he writes that "A piece of writing has a lasting importance if a person who writes has undergone a sufficient internal transformation and as a result knows what is important in life and what is less." An interesting item from the Polish poet, prose writer, translator and diplomat, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1980.Folds, else fine.
Vintage and striking modernist shot of women testing parachutes for flaws in 1942. Approx. 8.5"x 6.5" Glossy fiber silver gelatin photograph. (Shot 1942, Printed 1942) w/ Snipe, agency stamp, date stamp and notations on verso. Excellent image quality with waviness to the paper, dings and surface imperfections throughout. Small corner bends/creases.
188. Tzara, Tristan. (1896–1963). Juste Present - HAND-CORRECTED PROOF COPY, TOGETHER WITH A SIGNED PRESENTATION OF "LE FRUIT PERMIS"
An interesting set of proofs for the final poetry collection by the Romanian and French avant-garde poet, essayist and performance artist known for being a founding member of the Dada movement. Proof pages in advance of the 1961 publication, page numbers in pencil lower right, corresponding to the published pagination, the manuscript identified in another hand at the head "corrections de l'auteur 13 Juillet 1961," and bearing Tzara's corrections in blue ink on six pages. The included poems are as follows: I des profondeurs - page 11-12; II des profondeurs - page 15; III des profondeurs - page 16; épigramme - page 19; une longue absence - page 20; la voix - page 23; fin d'un été - page 24; saison - page 27; aujourd'hui - page 28; à une morte - page 31-32; juste présent - page 35-36; 39-42. Toned, a few stains, overall in fine condition. From the collection of the French writer and poet and artist Alain Jouffroy (1928 - 2015). Read More...
Autograph signature of the American actress of the stage and screen, known for her husky voice, outrageous personality, and devastating wit. Her signature, "Best wishes, Tallulah Bankhead," has been mounted with a cut-out image of her face on a black album leaf. Rough left and lower edges; some spotting to the signature; otherwise in very good condition. 14.5 x 9.5 cm.
Original photograph of the American actress known for her husky voice and outrageous personality, appearing with Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in a 1957 episode of "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour." In the episode, "The Celebrity Next Door," Bankhead guest stars as herself and is convinced by Lucy to appear in an amateur theater production, where each tries to sabotage the other. Bankhead wears an ornate dress and holds a wig in her hands, while Ball appears in a suit of armor. Some chipping and cropping marks to edges; overall in good condition. 17.8 x 23 cm.
Autograph note sending warm wishes from the most famous actress of the nineteenth century, known as "The Divine Sarah." Dated 1880. On blue paper, 10.6 x 7.8 cm, laid down on white paper. Slight discoloration to the mount, else fine. With a modern reprint postcard of Bernhardt as "The Sorceress" on the cover of "Theatre" magazine.
Strange psychedelic photograph of the American actor as an Indian ascetic in the 1968 cult film Candy, floating in the lotus position against a patterned background. With original press caption on the verso, dated Rome, January 1968. In very fine condition. 18 x 23.8 cm.
Striking signed photograph of the American stage and film actress and original member of the Ziegfeld Follies, in her role as Gaby Gaufrette in The Little Café (1913). Dawn appears in a fur-trimmed robe and butterfly headdress, and has signed "Best wishes from Hazel Dawn." The photographer has signed lower left as Geisler & Baumann, New York. Very slight wear to the edges and mounting remnants on the verso; otherwise in very fine condition. 22 x 25.3 cm.
Signed photograph postcard of the French singer, actress, and dancer known for her beauty and her relationship with King Manuel II of Portugal. Deslys is shown on stage wearing a fantastic feathered hat. Mounting remnants on verso, trimmed, else in fine condition. 8 x 12.3 cm. Read More...
7.5" x 9.5" B&W glossy photo of the a young Diller, mounted to cardstock to an overall size of 10.5" x 12.5". Signed to Rod McKuen: "Rod - I love you! Phyllis Diller" Minor scratches and dings on the photo. From the estate of Rod McKuen, American singer-songwriter, musician and poet, one of the best-selling poets in the United States during the late 1960s, and whose songs sold over 100 million recordings worldwide, and 60 million books of his poetry were sold as well, according to the Associated Press. Read More...
Charming original 1950's photograph showing young boys doing a double-take on seeing Rita Hayworth lookalike Hannelore Diez. "Our photographer followed Hannelore with his camera in the streets of Munich/Germany, and you can see yourself the astonished faces, being struck motionless with astonishment at this unexpected meeting." In fine condition. 20 x 15.2 cm.
Intriguing note in the bold hand of the legendary actress, royal mistress, confidante of Oscar Wilde, racehorse owner, maker and spender of fortunes and one of the most elusive natural beauties of all time. In the letter, addressed to a Sergeant McGuire, Langtry quotes the besieged Macbeth, and appears to be settling a debt, but contesting a larger one, on behalf of a troublesome unnamed man. Read More...
A bold autograph signature from the legendary actress, royal mistress, confidante of Oscar Wilde, racehorse owner, maker and spender of fortunes and one of the most elusive natural beauties of all time. On a small sheet, 12 x 17 cm. Very slight creasing, else fine. Sold together with a postcard bearing Langtry's striking image in profile, photographed by Ellis & Walery. On the verso, a note addressed to Miss J. Johnston from one Mabel, postmarked November 22, 1906.
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Original Napoleon Sarony of New York cabinet photograph of the legendary actress, royal mistress, confidante of Oscar Wilde, racehorse owner, maker and spender of fortunes and one of the most elusive natural beauties of all time. Dated 1887. Slight wear to the edges of the mount; very slight spotting to the image; otherwise in fine condition. 10 x 14.2 cm; with mount, 10.7 x 16.4 cm.
Program cover signed by the English-American stage and film actor, screenwriter, producer and two-time director. From an unknown production or event at the 5 Towns Music and Art Foundation taking place at the Central Theatre, Cedarhurst [NY]. Left edge rough; otherwise in very fine condition. Single sheet, 15.2 x 22.6 cm.
Press photograph of the important French actor and muse of Jean Cocteau with a stocking over his head, alongside the French film actress. The press caption on the verso reads: "Michele Morgan who, apart from her professional activity as an actress, has opened a boutique, chose this unusual way of showing off a new line of stockings." Dated September 20, 1967. In fine condition. 7 x 9.5 inches [18 x 24 cm].
Autograph signatures of the great American actress known for her Shakespearean performances and from her first husband, actor Robert Taber. Taber joined Marlowe's company as the leading man in 1888, and the two had a rocky marriage from 1894 to 1900. The two have signed the title page from an edition of As You Like It, Marlowe with the line "Nay, you must call me Rosalind," and Taber with the line "Orlando, my liege." Dated January 1893. Slight chipping to the edges; otherwise in fine condition. 9.8 x 15 cm.