Recently Added Authentic Autographs and Memorabilia

Quite a unique souvenir of the old Metropolitan Opera building in New York, which was inaugurated in 1883 and demolished in 1967 after the opera company moved out in 1966. Piece of the curtain with fringes, mounted on blue velvet and encased in acrylic, ready to hang if desired. Total case size is 6.5 x 18.5 inches, with a thickness of 1.8 inches. Minor scratches on acrylic, in overall very good condition.

French composer (1823-1909) and music critic, Reyer is mostly known for his operas, of which Sigurd (1884) and Salammbo (1890) were the most successful. Autograph note signed by him, one page in French, sold untranslated, sent to a friend called Méry.  Folio, with each page being 3.8 x 5 inches, the text is on page 1 while the addressee is on page 4. In very good condition.

French composer (1799-1862), well-known today for his opera La Juive (1835).  Printed score for voice and piano for his opera in 5 acts "Le Juif Errant" (The Wandering Jew, 1852), successful work and one of his last operas. Luxurious red hardcovers engraved with the name of the person Halevy dedicated this to, Jules Janin. Published by Brandus, Paris and London, dated by Halevy in ink in 1853. Boldly signed by composer Fromental Halevy on the title page, where he inscribed this to famous French writer and critic Jules Janin (1804-1874), who was a composer himself. Large volume, 10.75 x 13.5 inches, with 340 numbered pages plus extras, some spotted rust, wear on covers, in very good condition.  

Irish composer (1852-1924), who was also music teacher and conductor, creator of an important number of symphonic music and coral work for church performance, plus 9 operas. Printed score for full orchestra for his 3rd Symphony, signed by the composer in pencil on top of the title page.  Villiers Stanford´s 3rd Symphony was premiered in 1887 and was entitled "The Irish", it is his most popular symphony. Published by Novello, Ewer and Co., London and New York, 183 numbered pages plus extras, hardcovers, 11 x 13.6 inches. Pencil markings by another hand in some pages, (see a scan of page 1 as an example), spotted rust, in overall good condition.

Belgian-born French romantic composer (1822-1890), pianist, organist and teacher. An important composer, Franck wrote pieces for many different genres, including vocal, orchestral and chamber music. Signed score for his scared oratorio Les Béatitudes (1869-1879), inscribed "to my friend Auguez" and boldly signed by Franck on the title page. Crayon markings on the frontend page indicate past ownership: "N. Auguez, 49 Rue Nollet, Paris et 64 Rue St Lazare", this is obviously Franck´s friend to whom he dedicated this piece. Oratorio is dedicated to Franck´s wife. A total of 308 numbered pages plus extra pages and non-original hardcovers in black cloth and golden letters in the spine, published by Brandus, Paris, no year indicated. Size is 7.6 x 11 inches, spotted rust on pages and on the book´s edges, in overall very good condition.

Luxurious larger size program for a performance of the Russian Ballet and Opera with the Company of Serge Diaghilev at The Royal Theater, Drury Lane, London, 1914, featuring some important ballet stars such as Mikhail Fokine, Vera Fokina, Leonid Massine, and Tamara Karsavina; costumes designed by Leon Bakst. Size is 9.6 x 12.25 inches, full program with all pages and covers, some wear on cover, otherwise in very good condition.

Larger size menu with a red cover and 2 pages inside for the menu offered by the restaurant of The Metropolitan Opera for the last night gala performance in the old building on April 16th, 1966.  Size is 9.8 x 12.8 inches, in very good condition.

Unsigned program for a performance of the Greek-American soprano at Theatre Des Champs-Elysees, on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the foundation of the theater in June 1963, with the RTF Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Georges Pretre.  Size is 9.5 x 12 inches, full program with all pages and covers, in excellent condition.

Program for a series of performances of The New York Philharmonic Orchestra between  March 5-9, 1970, New York, with Jacqueline du Pré as a soloist, under the baton of the famous Italian conductor, signed by him on the advertisement page over his photograph. Size is 8 x 10.9 inches, some loose pages, in very good condition.

Unsigned program for a performance of Donizetti's Don Pasquale at Teatro de la Opera, a production by Gran Compania Lirica Italiana in Buenos Aires, August 8th, 1906, under the baton of the celebrated Italian conductor, with a luxurious cast including Renato Ercolani Giuseppe De Luca, Giuseppe Anselmi, and Rosina Storchio. Size is 5.5 x 9.75 inches, full program with all pages and covers, binding residues on the spine, otherwise in excellent condition.

Program for a performance of Donizetti's "L'Elisir d'Amore" at Anfiteatro Eva Peron -Parque Centenario, a production by Teatro Colón on February 2nd, 1954, Buenos Aires, Argentina; signed by the famous tenor on the central page. Size is 6.25 x 9 inches, full program with all pages and covers, in excellent condition.

Polish soprano (1874-1933), also known as Selma Halban-Kurz after her marriage with Joseph Halban in 1910. Kurz had a brilliant coloratura voice. Signed photo postcard, shown in the title role in Mignon, size is 3.3 x 5.3 inches, in excellent condition.

Polish soprano (1874-1933), also known as Selma Halban-Kurz after her marriage with Joseph Halban in 1910. Kurz had a brilliant coloratura voice. Signed photo postcard, shown as herself, size is 3.4 x 5.3 inches, in excellent condition.

American singer (b.1949), songwriter, and musician who is both a solo artist and the leader of the E Street Band. Gorgeous color photograph signed by him, shown in performance.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.

American actor and playwright (1976-2020), and American film director (b.1986), producer, and screenwriter. Fine color print of a poster from the movie "Black Panther" (2018) signed by both artists. Size is 7.9 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.  

Italian film star (b.1934) with international fame, and has been active as an actress since 1950 and performed in tens of films. Gorgeous color photograph signed by her, shown very young.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, authentication sticker on the front, in excellent condition.

Celebrated American sitcom that aired on NBC from 1978 to 1986. Fantastic NBC promo photograph from the Series signed by actress Dana Plato, and actors Gary Coleman and Todd Bridges.  Size is 7 x 9 inches, in excellent condition.

American actor (b.1958), and American actor (1965-2006). Fantastic photo-composite of two photographs signed by both actors, shown in the movie Footloose.  Size is 8.1 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.

American actor (b.1956) and director, who rose to prominence for his participation in the film The Untouchables (1987); active in films since 1978. Fantastic color screenshot photograph signed by him with a short sentiment, shown in a film. Size is 9.9 x 7.9 inches, mounting traces on verso, in very good condition.

Moroccan-born French actor (b.1948), active in films since 1977. Fine color promo card signed boldly by him in silver felt tip pen. Size is 8.25 x 5.8 inches, in excellent condition.

American actor (b.1938), whose career began during the 1960s, active 1964. Fantastic color glamour photograph signed by him. Size is 8 x 10 inches, in excellent condition.

American musician (1932-2020), and also singer and songwriter, famous in rock-and-roll, blues, gospel, and soul. Fine promo photograph sighed by him with a short sentiment, shown in performance in the film "Mr. Rock and Roll" (1957).  Size is 10.1 x 8 inches, ink stamp on verso with date November 22nd, 1957, minor creases, in overall very good condition.

Famous and successful American sitcom which run for 10 seasons (1994-2004). Beautiful color photograph signed by all six main characters: Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer. Size is 10 x 7.9 inches, authentication sticker on verso by another company, in excellent condition.

American politician (1917-1963) who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in November 1963. Fine business card signed by him as Senator for Massachusetts (1953-1960), with his name printed and a logo.  Size is 3.4 x 1.75 inches, dirt on verso, some smudge on ink, tiny rust dots, in overall very good condition. An excellent souvenir of the young Kennedy before becoming President in 1961.

Important American heavy metal band founded in 1981 in Los Angeles, who sold above 500,000 albums worldwide. Fantastic color promo photograph signed by all four members: Mick Mars, Tommy Lee, Vince Neil, and Nikki Sixxs. Size is 10 x 8 inches, authentication sticker on verso by another company (besides our own authenticity warranty), in excellent condition.

American singer-songwriter (1958-2016), musician, and record producer. Wonderful color photograph signed by the artist, shown young.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, authentication sticker on verso by a company.

Famous British rock band founded in 1970, whose influence in popular culture has lasted for more than four decades. Fantastic souvenir album page signed by all four members: Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon.  Size is 4.75 x 4.1 inches approximately, irregularly cut on the left border, sticker on verso by Authentication Services, in excellent condition. Watch a short clip of Queen performing "Bohemian Rhapsody" live at Wembley Stadium, London, on the 13th July 1985:

American actor (b.1930), film director, and producer, considered an enduring cultural icon of masculinity for his roles throughout the 1970s and 1980s; active in films since 1954. Fantastic promo black-and-white photograph by Warner Brothers, signed by the American actor, shown in the film "Unforgiven" (1992).  Size is 10 x 7.9 inches, in excellent condition.

Americand singer (b.1952) and songwriter, who enjoyed an important international career during the 1980s. Gorgeous color photograph signed by him, shown young. Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, in excellent condition.

Acclaimed American singer (1942-2018), songwriter, actress, pianist, and civil rights activist. Fantastic larger size black-and-white photograph (probably a second-generation print) signed by her, shown in performance.  Size is 10.9 x 8.5 inches, in excellent condition.

English actor (b.1957) whose accolades include three Academy Awards for Best Actor; active in films between 1970-2017. Fine color photograph signed by him, shown probably in the film "There Will be Blood" (2007).  Size is 10 x 8 inches, in excellent condition.

English singer (1940-1980), songwriter, and musician, who achieved worldwide fame as a co-lead vocalist, co-songwriter, and rhythm guitarist of The Beatles. Gorgeous color print of The Beatles shown at a very young age, signed by Lennon with a blue ballpoint pen.  Size is 7.9 x 9.9 inches, minor rust on edges, otherwise in very good condition.

Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972, becoming one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of popular music during the second half of the 1970s and the first half of the 1980s. Fantastic color photograph signed by all 4 members: Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad.  Size is 7.9 x 10 inches, authentication sticker on verso by a Company (besides our own authenticity warranty), in excellent condition.

Superstar German tenor (b.1969) and Chinese soprano, double signed photograph, shown in roles in Wagner's Parsifal. Size is 5 x 7.5 inches, in excellent condition. 

Superstar German tenor (b.1969) and Austrian tenor (b. 1970), double signed photograph, shown in roles in Mozart's Entfuhrung aus dem Serail. Photo by Schaffler and Friese photographers, Salzburg. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition. 

Star Russian baritone (1962-2017), German soprano (b. 1967), and American mezzo-soprano (b. 1960), triple signed photograph, shown in roles in Mozart's Nozze di Figaro. Stamped on verso by photographer Schaffler, Salzburg. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition. 

Star Russian baritone (1962-2017) and English bass (b.1940), double signed photograph, shown in roles in Mozart's Don Giovanni. Stamped on verso by photographer Schaffler, Salzburg. Size is 4 x 6 inches, in excellent condition. 

Star Russian baritone (1962-2017), widely recorded and celebrated in a wide range of Italian, Russian, and French repertoire. Signed photograph, shown in role. Size is 5 x 7.25 inches, in excellent condition.