Recently Added Authentic Autographs and Memorabilia

German composer (1864-1949) and conductor, best known for his tone poems and operas; considered a successor of Wagner and Liszt.  2-bar autograph music quote with the main motif for the clarinet from his tone poem Til Eulenspiegel on a card signed by him. Size is 4.75 x 3.6 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1864-1949) and conductor, best known for his tone poems and operas; considered a successor of Wagner and Liszt.  Autograph letter in German (sold with translation) with his letterhead, signed by him and dated in Vienna, December 1922, about the rehearsals of one of his works. Size is 4.8 x 7.8 inches, 1 page, folds, evident mat burn markings, in overall very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned modern photo postcard of the composer. Size is 4.1 x 5.8 inches, in excellent condition.

German composer (1864-1949) and conductor, best known for his tone poems and operas; considered a successor of Wagner and Liszt. Original photographs, photo postcards, or prints of the composer in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the items and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

Spanish composer and violinist (1892-1961), considered "the finest successor of De Sarasate". Nice autograph drawing on an album page signed by him and dated in Philadelphia, 1928, with a drawing of conductor Pierre Monteux with a short text on verso. Size is 6.5 x 3.9 inches, in very good condition.

Argentine composer (1895-1968) and conductor, who enjoyed a successful international career. Fine sepia photograph mounted on a mat, signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment dated August 1, 1930. Total size is 5.1 x 6.8 inches, rust tone over the mat, some damage on verso, in overall good condition.

Cuban-born Spanish composer (1879-1949), who studied in Paris under Moritz Moszkowski. Autograph letter in French (sold untranslated) to Canadian singer Eva Gauthier about personal matters, no date (postal markings indicate Paris, April 16, 1928). Size is 5.1 x 6.9 inches, 1 page, in excellent condition. ALSO INCLUDED is an album page signed by him with a short sentiment, and other signature clips attached; signed on verso by pianist Jan Smeterlin.

Superstar Italian soprano (1843-1919), French tenor (1834-1898), Italian composer and violinist (1822-1903). Printed score for the Arditi's song "L'Incantatrice" composed by Arditi for Mrs. Patti, signed by the soprano and his husband (Nicolini) on the front cover, and by the composer on the back of the cover, dated during a tour in Mexico, January 12, 1887, adding a short 5-bar music quote with lyrics. Size is 10 x 13.9 inches, 4 pages (including covers), folds, minor rust stains, some tape repairs on the front, in overall very good condition.

Italian composer (1797-1848), best known for his almost 70 operas; along with Rossini and Bellini, he was a leading composer of the bel canto opera style. Autograph letter in French signed by him, no date, about the rehearsals for "Les Martires" -the French version of his opera "Poliuto". Size is 5 x 7,7 inches, 1 page, some rust tone, in overall very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a vintage print with his image as a young man. Size is 6.25 x 10.25 inches, minor rust stains over the borders, otherwise in excellent condition.

Austrian tenor (1901-1994), signed postcard photograph, shown as himself. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

Austrian tenor (1901-1994), signed postcard photograph, shown in role in Pfitzner's Palestrina, signed and inscribed on verso, dated in Vienna in 1977. Size is 3.5 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

Bulgarian tenor (1907-1975), signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, dated in Vienna in 1940. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

Austrian tenor (1905-1956).  Signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, dated in Vienna in 1940. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, , in excellent condition.

Scandinavian Baritone (1888-1965), signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, dated in 1927. Blind stamped on front by photographer M.S. Chein, Vienna. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

German baritone (1896-1939), signed postcard photograph, shown as himself, dated in 1930. Blind stamped on front by Atelier photography studio, Vienna. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

German baritone (1896-1939), signed postcard photograph, shown as Figaro in Rossini's Barbiere di Siviglia. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

German bass-baritone, signed postcard photograph, shown in the title role of Wagner's Die Fliegende Hollander, dated in 1939. Size is 3.25 x 5.25 inches, in excellent condition.

German soprano (c.1900-?), wife of famous Austrian bass Josef Von Manowarda, her full name was Cornelia Pirchoff- Manowarda. Signed postcard photograph shown as herself, signed as "Nelly Manowarda", dated in 1932. Size is 3.5 x 5.5 inches, in excellent condition.

Celebrated Romanian soprano (1860-1939), and creator of the titles roles in Puccini's "Tosca", Mascagni's "Iris", and Catalani's "La Wally". Beautiful colorized photo postcard signed by her and dated 1903, shown as Tosca in Puccini's opera. Size is 3.5 x 5.4 inches, in excellent condition.

French composer (1863-1935). 4-bar autograph music quote from his "Fantaisie de Concert for Violon" signed and inscribed by him, dated in Paris, March 1895. Size is 6.9 x 4.8 inches, rust stains over all four borders, in very good condition.

Pablo M. M. de Sarasate y Navasqués (1844-1908) was a star Spanish violin virtuoso and composer, considered one of the greatest of the 19th century, whose music is still regularly performed by top violinists.  5-bar autograph music quote on an album page signed by him and dated October 21, 1894. Size is 6.9 x 4.8 inches, minor rust stains in all four borders, in very good condition.

Polish virtuoso violinist (1835-1880), one of the greatest violin composers of the 2nd. half of the 19th century.  4-bar autograph music quote from his piece for violin "Legende" signed by him and dated in Albany, 1873. Size is 5.25 x 3.4 inches, loss of paper over the two upper corners, central fold, in overall very good condition.

Italian mezzo-soprano (1900-1988) who sang widely in Italy. Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by her with a short sentiment dated 1946, shown in "Conchita" by Riccardo Zandonai; photo by Camuzzi. Size is 6.4 x 9.2 inches, in very good condition.

German pianist (1884-1969) and pedagogue, particularly known for his interpretations of Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann, Chopin, and Brahms. Fine black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment dated 1947. Size is 3.6 x 5.8 inches, in excellent condition.

Argentine Army general and politician (1895-1974), who was elected President three times. Nice black-and-white photograph signed and inscribed by him with a short sentiment, dated in Madrid, August 10, 1967. Size is 4.5 x 7 inches, in very good condition.

French composer (1835-1921), organist, conductor, and pianist of the Romantic era. Autograph note in French on his personal card signed by him, dated 1902 (according to pencil markings). Size is 3.9 x 2.3 inches, evident mat burn signs, in very good condition.

French singer (1915-1963), widely regarded as France's greatest popular singer and one of the most celebrated performers of the 20th century. Fine black-and-white promo photograph by Columbia Records signed and inscribed by Piaf with a short sentiment. Size is 3.4 x 5.5 inches, jagged edges, in excellent condition.

Georgian-born American choreographer (1904-1983), one of the most influential figures, co-founder of the New York City Ballet, and was its artistic director for over 35 years. Beautiful black-and-white photograph signed by him. Size is 7 x 10 inches, minor creases, in very good condition.

German mezzo-soprano (b.1956) and American tenor (b.1956). Beautiful color photograph signed by both artists, shown in Bizet's opera "Carmen" in Dresden, 2005. Size is 6.9 x 4.9 inches, in very good condition.

American baritone (1917-2004) and American soprano (b.1930). Gorgeous black-and-white photograph taken at a costume party and signed by some of the guests appearing in the photograph: Robert Merrill, Roberta Peters, Rise Stevens, and Licia Albanese. Size is 9.25 x 10 inches, evident mat burn signs, in overall good condition.

Program page for the first American performance of Walton's opera "Troilus and Cressida" at San Francisco Opera on October 7, 1955, signed by the composer himself and some other performers such as Dorothy Kirsten, Richard Lewis, Robert Weede, and conductor Erich Leinsdorf. Size is 5.75 x 8.7 inches, cast page only, in very good condition. ALSO INCLUDED is a black-and-white photograph signed by Dorothy Kirsten in this production, shown next to Richard Lewis. Size is 7.9 x 9.8 inches, in excellent condition.

Autograph letter in German written at the Swallow's Nest house and signed by him, no date, about daily business. Size is 4.8 x 7.5 inches, 1 page, minor mat burn signs, folds, in overall very good condition.  ALSO INCLUDED is an unsigned modern 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. 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.

Italian superstar conductor (1867-1957), considered by many critics, fellow musicians, and much of the classical listening audience to have been one of the greatest conductors of all time. Fine set of 6 unsigned and BINDED programs for a series of concerts at Teatro Colon, Buenos Aires, during his last visit between June and July 1940, conducted by the Italian maestro and his NBC Orchestra. Volume is 6.5 x 9 inches, beautiful blue cloth covers, in very good condition.

A fine collection of 160 unsigned photo postcards from many different periods depicting various ballet dancers in performance. Sizes range between 3.3 x 5.3 and 4 x 6 inches, in very good condition or better. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Superstar Russian ballet dancer (1938-1993), regarded as one of the greatest male ballet dancers of his generation. Beautiful set of 10 unsigned photo postcards (including original envelope) featuring the celebrated dancer. Each one's size is 4.25 x 6 inches on average, in excellent condition. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Polish-born Russian ballerina (1872-1971). Beautiful of 16 unsigned modern photo postcards with her image (probably from the late 1970s - early 1980s). Each one's size is 3.75 x 5.75 inches, in excellent condition.  Original envelope is ALSO INCLUDED. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

A fine collection of 74 unsigned photo postcards of German opera singers from the period 1900-1940, shown mostly in portraits in role or as themselves. Size is 3.4 x 5.4 inches each on average, in very good condition or better. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

A fine set of 78 unsigned photo postcards from the Munich Opera between 1918 and 1944 depicting many famous opera singers in performance or just shown in role or as themselves. Size is 3.4 x 5.4 inches each on average, in very good condition or better. SOLD ONLY AS A LOT, NOT SOLD SEPARATELY.

Original French medieval document in paper, continental cursive script, mid-17th century, V-shaped diplomatic document (typical of the period) with extension for wax seal (now lost), and written by a single hand. The joint between the two parts is broken. Size is 13 x 5.25 inches (section A) and 11.5 x 2.9 inches.This document, drawn up in June 1644, contains an agreement between two lords of the region of Artois (northern France), Jean du Mont-Saint-Eloy and the Lord of Liévin, in which consensus is established regarding their hierarchies, territories, and self-defense strategies.

Original French medieval document in vellum written on the hair side and with ink commonly used in continental Europe in Bastard Gothic font (a typical 15th-century style in French territory). Open size is 11.3 x 9 inches, sold as it is.Original notarial record signed by Jehan Boengut, manorial official of Parthenay, certifying a land transfer between two settlers in September 1438.

Original French medieval document in Vellum written on the hair side and with ink commonly used continental Europe, in Bastard Gothic font (a typical 15th century style in French territory). Size is 16.5 x 8.75 inches (open size). Hand-written note in pencil on the reverse, probably from the early 20th century indicates the names Payen and Cleret.This document is a notarial act describing the organization and boundaries between Saint-Maixent and Chauray, drawn up in September 1470 at the request of Jean Cléré (or Claret), Lord of Puymans (neighboring Saint-Maixent), for Pierre Payen, Lord of Chauray.

Large-sized program for a performance of Wagner's last opera "Parsifal" at the Bayreuth Festspiele in 1884, featuring Amalia Materna, and Hermann Winkelmann (the original Parsifal) with many illustrations and information in German. Size is 11.5 x 15.8 inches, 60 pages plus covers, some stains and wear on the cover, inside in excellent condition.

Superstar Australian soprano (1926-2010), known for her contribution to the renaissance of the bel canto repertoire from the late 1950s to the 1980s. Known as "La Stupenda" was widely regarded as one of the greatest sopranos of all time. Original programs for concerts or recitals signed by her in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the signed programs and click on each to enlarge or see more scans if available.

American contralto (1897-1993), who performed a wide range of music, from opera to spirituals; and an important figure in the struggle for African-American artists to overcome racial prejudice in the USA during the mid-twentieth century. Original programs for concerts or recitals signed by her in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the signed programs and click on each to enlarge or see more scans if available.

German-born Austro-British soprano (1915-2006), renowned for her interpretation of lieder, and performances of Viennese operetta, as well as the operas of Mozart and Strauss; considered one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century. Original programs for concerts or recitals signed by her in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the signed programs and click on each to enlarge or see more scans if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

Italian composer (1879-1936), violinist, teacher, and musicologist, and one of the leading Italian composers of the early 20th century, whose works included operas, ballets, orchestral suites, and his widely known orchestral tone poems. Original signed photographs of the composer in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

Czech violinist and composer (1880-1940), father of celebrated conductor Rafael Kubelik; he enjoyed a successful career as a soloist and composed many works including six violin concertos Original signed photographs of the violinist in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. 

English actor (1908-1990) on stage, films, TV, and radio; winner of many accolades, active between 1930 and 1990. Original signed photographs of the actor in different sizes and conditions (for more details please check individual descriptions). Scroll down to see all the autographs and click on each to enlarge or see more photos if available. SOLD INDIVIDUALLY.