Paintings
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Works on Paper
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40-48
Furniture & Decorative Arts
49-58
59-68
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Glass
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Ceramics & Porcelain
146-160
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Orientalia
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Silver
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Jewelry
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310-324
325-339
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355-369
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Carpets
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398-401
Antiquarian Books
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Autographs & Documents
414-423
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414. Louis Armstrong Signed Letter Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong ALS (Autograph letter signed)<br> <br> Personal letter to Lillian Tookman (Decca Publicist) thanking her for all her "fine write ups" of his Decca Records. The letter is composed in his signature "jazzy style" and reads, in parts: "I think it's very white of you, to be so kind...Yass they will...Regards to my Man Milt, and the rest of the Decca Cats." The letter, written by Armstrong, is composed on the back of his "Lose Weight the Satchmo Way" diet menu. The letter is dated Jan. 19, 1959/ Stockholm Sweden. Louis was on his 1959 European tour with his "All Stars." Armstrong signs the letter "Swiss Krissly"/Louis Armstrong/Satchmo. He also stamps it with his favored "green ink" stamp. 500/1,000 Sold: $373.75 |
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415. Signed Pete Rose Baseball 50/100 Sold: $115.00 |
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416. Signed Brook Jacoby Baseball 50/100 Sold: $17.25 |
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417. Dag Hammarskjold Letter Signed Dag Hammarskjold LS (letter signed)<br> <br> Letter from Hammarskjold, as secretay-general of United Nations, to Mrs. Tookman (Publicist, Decca Records). He thanks her for sending an advanced copy of the record "Voices Toward Peace." He extends his appreciation, "The fact that the record is dedicated to me is much appreciated and I thank you for this generous thought."<br> <br> Dated October 25, 1960. Letter typed on Secretary-General Letterhead w/ United Nations envelope , signed in blue ink. 300/600 Sold: $69.00 |
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418. Eisenhower Autographs Eisenhower autographed photograph (5" x 7") and TLS (typed letter signed. A personal letter (dated 15 April, 1946) to "Arthur" thanking him for his service to his country. Signed by Eisenhower as Chief of Staff. In the letter he refers to the autographed picture which he has sent to "Arthur." The letter and photograph are framed together on acid free backing. 700/1,400 Sold: $316.25 |
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419. Hoover (first lady) Signed Letter Lou Henry Hoover TLS (typed letter signed)<br> <br> Letter dated April 11, 1930 on White House stationary, to Miss Henry discussing the geneology of the Henry family. Signed by Mrs. Hoover as first lady. (approx. 5" x 8") 40/80 Sold: $17.25 |
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420. Andy Warhol Signature Andy Warhol signed Vogue Magazine (French Edition), Dec/Jan 1983. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Warhol, adding a quick sketch of a pair of lips. The Cover art is a portrait of Princess Caroline of Monaco by Andy Warhol. 75/150 Sold: $287.50 |
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421. Signed Photograph of Laura and George W. Bush 8" x 10" photograph of Laura and George W. Bush walking hand-in-hand on red carpet, flanked by Marines with raised swords. Signed by both with silver marker. Matted and Framed. 100/200 Sold: $157.55 |
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422. Letter from Santa Claus A letter (5 3/4" x 7 1/2") dated Christmas Eve 1850, to "My Dear Little Girl" from Santa Claus. The letter reads, " I called to see you tonight but found you so sound asleep I thought it best not to awaken you. Wishing to inform you how much I love you, for I love all good little girls, I send you this note with best wishes of your true friend." signed, Santa Claus and dated Christmas Eve 1850. With post script, "I live away off beyond the North Pole where it is so cold I never dare to blow my nose for fear I shall blow it off." Initialed S.C.<br> <br> Estimate: Priceless 100/200 Sold: $74.75 |
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423. Walter Pater ALS Autograph note signed to an unnamed receipient in answer to a request that he would write a favourite sentiment from his own writings for a collection of autographs, Mr. Pater wrote the following: "And we too desire not a fair one, but the fairest of all. Unless we find him, we shall think we have failed."<br> <br> The (4.25" x 3.5") note card is dated Brasenose College, Oct: 28th, 1888. 50/100 Sold: $17.25 |
