Outstanding fine autographs and artifacts auction

RR Auction is known for being able to bring in some of the rarest and most desirable collectibles, especially when it comes to the movie or entertainment industry. This moth they are actually holding a fine autographs and artifacts auction that includes classic entertainment items that any collector would be thrilled to have. This collection includes rare photographs, autographs and even official documents that carry important signatures.

A Vivien Leigh photo as Scarlett O’Hara in Gone with the wind is estimated at over $2,500. The vintage glassy photo that measures 8.25 X 10 inches is signed in purple ink. It is an incredibly rare portrait of the famous actress in her most iconic role. On top of that, the picture is in fine condition, with just some scattered creasing.

Another quite rare item included in this auction is a Humphrey Bogart portrait. The photo measures 11 X 14 inches and it depicts Bogart in a pin – stripe suit. The size of the picture makes it quite scarce and highly valuable, as it was too estimated at over $2,500. The portrait is inscribed in black fountain pen, which reads: “To Jack Perry, Good luck Jack, Humphrey Bogart.” This item is in very good condition and has some professional repairs to creases and tears. The writing is a few shades light, but professionally backed.

Apart from these exquisite items, the lot also includes a Grace Kelly portrait which was estimated at over $1,000. This 8 X 10 inches vintage glossy portrait depicts Kelly in a head and shoulders pose and is in fine condition, apart from a few light creases and a light paperclip mark on the top edge. Grace Kelly wears a floral patterned dress and cardigan in the photo, which is also inscribed. The inscription reads “To Helen, Fondly, Grace Kelly.” It is quite a remarkable item, especially since it is in such great condition.

Other similar collectibles can be browsed in RR Auction’s online catalogue or on their website. The Boston based auction house also regularly updates their social media with useful information regarding upcoming events and details on their most important items.

New Fine Autographs and Artifacts Auction

The latest lot sale held by RR Auction brings together quite the impressive collection of fine autographs and artifacts related to US Presidents and First Ladies. The auction started this January and the available items can be browsed online on the Boston based auction house website. The impressive amount of official documents and signed letters will certainly awe collectors, especially those who are passionate about American history.

One of the most valuable items in this collection is a letter signed by James A. Garfield dated on June 3, 1881 (one month before his assassination) which addresses the touchy subject of patronage. The two page letter measures 4.25 X 6.75 inches and was sent to Wharton Barker, a highly influential Philadelphia banker. As it turns out, Barker was the first person to support Garfield when he ran for president, as well as when he crafted the policy on international trade. The letter reads: “Since you were here, I have seen some people from Philadelphia who say there will be a great deal dissatisfaction if more people are brought into the Philad’a offices from other parts of the state—This, in connection with my embarrassment in reference to the names already sent to the Senate—leads me to think we had not better go in the direction named at least for the present. I will delay at any rate until Windom returns."

This document is in fine condition, apart from some old tape residue to the upper left corner on the second page. Apart from that, the letter also has some partial splitting to one fold. However, being such a rare item, it has been estimated at ovet $40.000. 

The lot sale also includes other impressive names, from Theodore Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and even Barack Obama. On top of that, it features items that range from letters, autographed pictures and even diaries. Anyone interested in the collectibles should browse RR Auction’s online catalogue and even check out their social media for constant updates on various events.