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Italian ballerina (1853-1870), noted for creating the role of Swanhilda in Coppelia (the famous ballet by Leo Delibes) when she was only 16 years old. Due to the temporary closing of the Paris Opera during the Franco-Prussian war, and weakened by lack of food, she died of smallpox and fever in the day of her 17th birthday. Vintage CDV of the ballerina by photographer Reutlinger, Paris - unsigned. Size is 2.5 x 3.75 inches, very rare!

Austrian soprano (1875-1957), signed postcard photograph, shown in role, inscribed. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition. Attractive vintage item!

American actor (1915-2002) who became a Hollywood comedy legend with lead performances in the 1940s; active between 1930 and 2002. Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him. Size is 7.9 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

American author and screenwriter (1920-2012), famous for his works on fantasy, science fiction, mystery and horror. Signed comics book "The Ray Bradbury Chronicles", volume 4, also signed by illustrators Matt Wagner, Richard Corben, and Al Williamson. A Byron Press Visual Publications book, special issue of 1000 numbered copies of which this is #665, with all the signatures on the title page. Hardcovers and original dust jacket, 7 x 10.4 inches, in excellent condition.  

American author and screenwriter (1920-2012), one of the most celebrated 20th-century American writers. Black-and-white photograph signed by him with a short sentiment dated 2000. Size is 7.9 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

American soprano (b.1952).  Signed photo shown in role.  Size is 5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition.

American actor (1924-1985); American actress (1921-2011). Fine black-and-white promo movie-still photograph of the film "Gentlemen Barry Brunettes" (1955) signed by both artists plus Alan Young and Jeanne Crain. Size is 10 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.

American film and television actor (1924-1985), best known for his roles in western films and as a ubiquitous television presence, active as an actor between 1948 and 1984. Signed photo, inscribed, with a short sentiment. Size is 10.1 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.

British dancer (1917-2000). Signed photo postcard shown in performance in "The Spectre of the Rose". Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Brazilian composer (1868-1945), creator of the Brazilian national anthem (1889), 3 operas, orchestral, chamber, piano pieces, and songs. Gorgeous photograph signed and inscribed by him, dated in 1924. Photograph is also signed in pencil by the photographer (illegible). Photo's size is 3.75 x 5.75 inches, mounted on a mat for a total size of 5.75 x 8.75 inches, in excellent condition. Rare!

Italian composer (1829-1907) and cellist. Autograph letter in French (untranslated) signed by him, no date, to Madame Rhoné: “…hier j’ai diné chez Mr. Arthur Rhoné où j’ai eu le plaisir d’être à coté de Mme votre fille. Je l’ai priée de venir vous raconter une historiette fâcheuse qui m’est arrivée. Et je vous suis très reconnaissant si vous pouvez m’éclairer des démarches à faire!…”. Size is 7.1 x 4.5 inches, 2 written pages, folds, creases, in overall very good condition.

Famous Brazilian actress (b.1950), better known for her performance in the film "Kiss of the Spider Woman" and other films. Fine promo movie-still photograph of the film "Kiss of the Spider Woman" (1985) signed by her. Size is 10.1 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.

Italian movie-maker and photographer (1890-1960), a versatile and intellectual artist with wide interests. Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment. Size is 5 x 7.1 inches, repaired crack over the left border, some creases, in overall very good condition.

American pianist (1905-1996), his career was launched by George Gershwin who was his friend and mentor. Beautiful signed photo, shown in performance, signed and dated in 1943. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

Ukrainian baritone (1881-1955), signed postcard photograph, shown as Escamillio in Bizet's Carmen, inscribed. Attractive vintage photo, size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in very good condition. 

English tenor (1819-1889), son of the famous English tenor John Braham (1774-1856), who successfully toured through England, Scotland, Ireland, and also in the US. Autograph music quote, signed and dated by him in 1851, 7 x 4.25 inches, in excellent condition

Famous English tenor (1774-1856), (his real name was Abraham). Braham performed at the world premiere of Oberon (opera by C.M Von Weber). Autograph letter signed, dated in 1819. One page, written in English. Size is 7 x 8.25 inches, some small smudges on front and mounting traces on verso, otherwise in good condition. Rare!

Famous English tenor (1774-1856), (his real name was Abraham). Braham performed at the world premiere of Oberon (opera by C.M Von Weber). Autograph note signed, one page, written in English, size is 4.5 x 7.25 inches, in excellent condition. Also included: 1 unsigned photo, shown as himself, size is 4 x 5.75 inches, also in excellent condition. Rare!

Famous English tenor (1774-1856), (his real name was Abraham). Braham performed at the world premiere of Oberon (opera by C.M Von Weber). Autograph note signed, dated in 1855. One page, written in English. Size is 4.5 x 7 inches, in excellent condition. Rare!

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Autograph letter in German signed by him on verso, about personal matters. Size is 4.3 x 6.8 inches, two written pages in one sheet, folds, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a transcription and a translation.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Autograph letter written in German (sold with translation) signed by him, addressed to his publisher Fritz Simrock about financial issues,  Each page is 4.5 x 5.7 inches, 4 pages, in excellent condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Autograph note in German on the blank side of a postcard signed by him to his publisher Fritz Simrock sharing news about his upcoming arrival in town, no date (postal markings indicate April 9, 1880).  Size is 5.5 x 3.6 inches, light mat burn, minor damage on verso, in overall very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern photo postcard of the composer shown at his studio. Size is 4.25 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Autograph note in German (untranslated) signed by him on a postcard. Size is 5.5 x 3.3 inches, signs of mat burn over the edges, otherwise in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned photo postcard of the composer. Size is 4.6 x 6.3 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Autograph note written in pencil in German (sold untranslated) on the verso of a postcard addressed to his music editor Fritz Simrock, dated January 21, 1895, about upcoming appointments, signed by the star composer. Size is 5.4 x 3.5 inches, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a modern print photo postcard of the composer. Size is 4.25 x 6 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Nice biscuit bust of the composer over a wooden base. Size is 4.25 x 9 x 4.5 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Large handwritten musical sheet with a short piece for piano by composer Moritz Peuschel (1838-1892) where Johannes Brahms wrote "The old aunt!" twice and added a short sentiment with his signature, dated in Vienna, 1885.  On verso there are some extra music notes and a wax-sealed attached card.  Large Size: 12.8 x 5.1 inches (trimmed from a larger format), minor stains, in very good condition.  

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Beautiful signed cabinet photo, an original by photographer C. Brasch, Berlin, blind stamped by photographer in 1895, just two years before the composer´s death. Bold, very clear signature below image, size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches. Front is in excellent condition, verso shows some mounting damage over the borders, otherwise in very good condition. Autograph photos of Brahms are very rare.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Short clip from a letter in German (untranslated) about personal matters signed by him on verso, mentioning upcoming performances of two of his works. Size is 5.3 x 3.25 inches, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a very rare program for a performance in Brahms' honor immediately after his decease in 1897. Size is 5 x 7.75 inches, 8 pages including covers, central fold, loose front cover, in overall very good condition.

German composer (1840-1897), and also pianist, one of the most important creators of the Romantic period and in the history of classical music. Stunningly beautiful signed cabinet photo, an original by photographer Rudolf Krziwanek, Vienna, dated by photographer on verso in 1895, just two years before the composer´s death. Bold, very clear signature below image, with clearer ink at the end of the last name, size is 4.25 x 6.5 inches. In superb condition on both sides, probably the best Brahms signed autograph we have seen!. Autograph photos of Brahms are rare.

German composer (1833-1897) and German singer (1826-1906). Fine unsigned CDV depicting both men at a very young age; photo by Adele, Vienna, printed year 1869 on the front. Size is 2.5 x 4.1 inches, ink markings on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.

Famous German composer (1833-1897), pianist, and conductor of the Romantic period, considered one of the greatest of the Wester music. Beautiful unsigned CDV of the composer shown very young; an original by photographer J. Löwy, Vienna. Size is 2.5 x 4.1 inches, pencil markings on verso, otherwise in excellent condition.

Program with Johannes Brahms & Hans von Bülow performing at the piano, and also the Hellmesberger-Quartett - Vienna 1885 -1886 (world premieres Brahms, Bruckner). Hellmesberger-Quartett. Season program for 6 concerts in 1885-1886. Soloists : Moriz Rosenthal, piano, Ignaz Brüll, piano, Hans von Bülow, piano, Johannes Brahms, piano - 4 pages, click on thumbnail photos to see central pages and front cover. Brahms - Ständchen mit Quartett Begleitung - Lieder (world premieres), Brüll - Violin Piano Suite (world premiere with Ignaz Brüll, piano), Bruckner - Quintett (2nd performance ever), Brahms - Piano Violin Sonate (with Hans von Bülow, piano), Brahms - Piano Cello Sonate (with Johannes Brahms, piano)

Program signed by Alexander Brailowsky, concert in New York, 1940s, 4 pages, 5.5 x 8 inches, together with a playbill announcement for an upcoming concert in 1943, including inside his bio, 6 x 9 inches, both in very good condition. 

Unsigned program for a performance of the star French pianist at Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires, in August 1946, performing works by Haydn, Beethoven, and Schumann. Size is 5.8 x 8.1 inches, 4 pages, central fold, in excellent condition.

Russian-born French pianist (1896-1976) who specialized in the works of Frédéric Chopin, being a leading concert pianist in the years between the two world wars.  Large photo mounted on a mat where the pianist inscribed and dated it in Bucharest, 1929.  Blind stamp on front by photographer Julistton.  Size is 10.1 x 15 inches, repaired cracks around edges, silvering on photo edges, in very good condition.

Russian born pianist (1896-1976), later french citizen, who specialized in the works of Frederic Chopin. He achieved most of his fame between the two world wars. Signed photo, 8x10 inches, with inscription "In remembrance of Chopin Cycle", dated 1938 in New York.

Russian born pianist (1896-1976), later French citizen, who specialized in the works of Frederic Chopin. He achieved most of his fame between the two world wars. Signed photo dated in 1946. Size is 3 x 4.25 inches.

Russian-born French pianist (1896-1976), who was considered a leading pianist in the years between the two World Wars. Beautiful photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment, dated in 1950.  Size is 8.1 x 9.3 inches, in excellent condition.

Alexander Brailowsky & Eduard van Beinum with the Concertgebouw Orchestra Amsterdam - July 7th, 1949.

Program clip for a concert at the Sherborne School in 1951, signed by all 6 members of the Dennis Brain Wind Instruments Ensemble, including Dennis Brain himself (horn), his brother Leonard (oboe), Stephen Waters (clarinet), Tom Wightman (Bassoon) & George Malcolm (piano).  Size is 5.5 x 7.3 inches, 1-page cut from a program, tape marks over left border, some rust stains, with signatures still very visible.  Very Rare!

British virtuoso horn player (1921-1957), largely credited for popularizing the instrument as a solo classical instrument. After leaving several legendary recordings, Brain died in a car accident at age 36. Signature on an autograph album page, matted with a photograph of him and his horn, a modern print. Total mat size is 11.75 x 14.2 inches, signature is 3.6 x 2.2 inches (lower window opening size), top photo is 5.7 x 3.8 inches (upper window opening size). All in excellent condition. Quite rare!

British virtuoso horn player (1921-1957), largely credited for popularizing the horn as a solo classical instrument with postwar British public.  Signed photo shown with his instrument; stamped on verso by photographer Derek Allen, London.  Size is 3.25 x 5.4 inches, in very good condition.  Rare!!

American composer (1896-1940), creator of 3 operas and musical comedies.  Autograph music quote with 8 bars of music from his "Song of Hiawatha", signed and dated by him in 1931.  Size is 6.1 x 3.2 inches, in excellent condition.

Signed photo, of the opera singer, shown in Das Rheingold. Inscribed and dated in San Francisco in 1987. Size is 4 x 5.75 inches.