SHARKS' TREASURE" ORIGINAL MOVIE THEATRE INSERT
1975. 14 in. x 36 in. In Very Good minus condition. Light age toning. Light wear to corners and edges. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1376092. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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![1787 NEW LONDON COUNTY, CONNECTICUT LAND DEED [Signed]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/292/842/1738842292.0.l.jpg)
1787 NEW LONDON COUNTY, CONNECTICUT LAND DEED [Signed]
New London, Connecticut, 1787. Partially printed and hand-completed legal instrument beginning "To all People to whom these Presents shall Come, Greeting," documenting the sale of land in Montville, New London County, Connecticut. The deed records a transaction by Joshua Hempsted, acting as collector of public taxes, conveying property to Elisha Comstock to satisfy unpaid taxes and charges. Signed by Joshua Hempsted and witnessed by Benjamin Hempsted and Richard Hempsted, with a dated acknowledgment before a justice of the peace... Read More
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LATE 18TH CENTURY HERALDIC ENGRAVING OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE CHARLES COCKS, BARON SOMMERS & BARONET
A hand-colored heraldic engraving depicting the armorial bearings of The Right Honourable Charles Cocks, Baron Sommers and Baronet. The lower panel displays calligraphy naming Charles Cocks, made Baron Sommers in 1784, continuing John Somers's lineage. The late Georgian style engraving was likely created for a peerage publication or as a private family armorial. Presented under glass in a wooden period-style frame with a double mat. Dimensions - Frame: approx.22 x 29.5 in., Sheet (visible): approx. 9.25 x 17 in.... Read More
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![19th AND EARLY 20th-CENTURY MEDICAL SCHOOL DIPLOMA LOT [Nine Documents]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/463/095/1738095463.0.l.jpg)
19th AND EARLY 20th-CENTURY MEDICAL SCHOOL DIPLOMA LOT [Nine Documents]
A group of nine large-format academic and professional certificates associated with American medical education and professional qualification. These documents are printed in elaborate period typography with decorative calligraphic headings, engraved ornament, and institutional seals, typical of formal diplomas issued by American medical schools during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Several retain original embossed paper seals, foil seals, or attached silk ribbons. Lot includes diplomas from Louisville, Tulane (1906), Detroit Medical College (1869), Indiana (1909), Georgetown (1863), Michigan, Bennett... Read More
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19th-CENTURY CHINESE EMBROIDERED SILK DEPICTING MOUNTED WARRIORS
c.1880-1920. c.1900 Chinese import embroidered silk depicting two mounted warriors. Double-faced glass frame measures 13in. x 18.5 in. Shelved at Dupont. 1410638. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.
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![COURS DE L'ORENOQUE [MAP]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/982/703/1351703982.0.l.0.jpg)
COURS DE L'ORENOQUE [MAP]
A colored map of the Orinoco River and its tributaries. Churches are indicated with small symbols dotted in red, but the primary focus is on topographical features, including rivers and forests. All text in French. In Very Good condition. Several creases are visible, but these show no evidence of wear. Matted. Map measures 17.5" x 9.75", Matting measures 20.5" x 18.5". Shelved Dupont. 1328603. Arts & Antiques.
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EDO PERIOD PAINTED FAN LEAF DEPICTING SHOGUN
Other. Edo Period Japanese fan leaf depicting a shogun's court. In Good minus condition with Good plus frame. Frame has light scratching throughout, with moderate bumping to corners and light staining. Baseboard is cracked horizontally in two places that span the entire frame. Fan print has five vertical scratches to the left side, each measuring 3 in. Light paint chipping and cracking throughout. Small puncture hole towards the center of the print, measuring .75 in. Light staining and scratching... Read More
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ORIGINAL 1970 "THE NEW YORKER" CARTOON
Condé Nast, 1970. Original illustration for an article published in January 17, 1970 of The New Yorker. Matted with magazine clippings and the caption, "Meters." Black marker on Bristol board, drawn by unidentified New Yorker staff artist. Frame measures 17.2 in. x 11.75 in. In Very Good condition. Shelved at Rockville Room C. Second Story Books is honored to offer this item from the personal collection of Neil and Susan Sheehan. Neil Sheehan (1936-2021) and Susan Sheehan (born 1937)... Read More
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FAME" ADVANCED MOVIE POSTER
U.S.A.: Metro Goldwynn Mayer Inc, 1980. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Very Good condition. Light crease lines. Light age toning. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375525. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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Cloud Progression II
#121/150. A large color block screenprint; hand-numbered 121/150 in pencil at lower left corner; titled "Cloud Progression II" at center of lower edge in pencil; artist's signature at lower right corner in pencil; protected in a mylar sleeve; not examined out of sleeve; very good condition. FG consignment. Dimensions: height 40 inches x width 29 3/4 inches. Shelved at Rockville PS1101 (#18). 1343009. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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DR. BLACK MR. HYDE" MOVIE POSTER
Dimensions Pictures Inc, 1976. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Very Good minus condition. Light crease lines. Moderate edgewear and curling to bottom edge. Light age toning throughout. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375519. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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CHINA GATE" MOVIE POSTER
U.S.A.: 20th Century Fox Film Corp, 1957. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Good condition. Moderate crease lines and edgewear. Moderate amount of holes and tearing along creases. Several tape marks throughout. Moderate age toning throughout with markings on the back. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375521. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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ALL THE YOUNG MEN" MOVIE POSTER
U.S.A.: Columbia Pictures Corporation, 1960. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Very Good minus condition. Light creasing. Moderate age toning. Moderate edgewear and curling to bottom edge. Light staining throughout. Light tearing. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375558. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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EDO PERIOD PAINTED FAN LEAF DEPICTING BOAT
Edo Period painted Japanese fan leaf depicting a boat in travel. In Good conditioning with a Very Good minus frame. Frame has minor staining and scuffing around edges. Light bumping to corners of the frame. Fan print has moderate paint chipping and cracking throughout. Large puncture tear to right side of fan measuring 2 in. across. Large scratch spanning across the fan measuring 12 in. Light creasing throughout. Measures 25 in. x 19 in.BB Consignment. Shelved Upstairs Hallway AB.... Read More
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CINEMA ARTS JULY 1937 (NO.2)
New Jersey: Cinema Magazine, Inc, 1937. Limited Edition, #196/700. Hardcover. Specially bound and numbered publication of second issue of the magazine. Features cover art by Jaro Fabry. Condition is Good with age toning and wear to corners and edges. MH Consignment. Shelved in Rockville Room B. 1380189. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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AN AMERICAN IN PARIS" MOVIE POSTER
England: Stafford and Co, 1951. Limited Edition, #850. Other. In Very Good condition. Original movie poster distributed by Stafford and Co. Measures 40 in. x 30 in. (British quad size). Print adhered to styrofoam board. Wear to edges and corners and creasing to margin. Shelved at DuPont. 1408681. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.
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c.1900 CHINESE EMBROIDERED SILK PANEL
Guangzhou, China, c.1870-1900. Late Qing Dynasty Chinese export silk embroidery panel depicting an elegant garden scene populated by robed figures within a stylized landscape of flowering branches, birds, and architectural pavilions. Executed in delicate silk threads using satin and outline stitching on a fine silk ground, the scene retains a pleasing palette of soft blues, greens, and earth tones. The panel is framed within a later decorative textile border, consistent with 19th-century export presentation pieces intended for Western interiors.... Read More
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ORIGINAL 1967 "THE NEW YORKER" CARTOON
Raoul H. Fleischmann, 1967. Original illustration for an article published in March 25, 1967 of The New Yorker. Matted with magazine clippings and the caption, "Notes and Comment." Black marker on Bristol board, drawn by unidentified New Yorker staff artist. Frame measures 17.2 in. x 11.75 in. Shelved at Rockville Room C. Second Story Books is honored to offer this item from the personal collection of Neil and Susan Sheehan. Neil Sheehan (1936-2021) and Susan Sheehan (born 1937) were... Read More
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ORIGINAL "SERGEANT RUTLEDGE" MOVIE POSTER
U.S.A.: Warner Bros Pictures Distributing Company, 1960. One Sheet (27 in. x 41 in.) In Very Good condition. Light edgewear and curling to bottom edge. Light age toning. Light creasing. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375565. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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ORIGINAL "SOUTH BRONX HEROES" MOVIE POSTER
1985. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) Condition is Very Good with light age toning, crease folds, and light wear to corners and edges. FJ Consignment. Shelved in Rockville Room A. 1377559. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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ORIGINAL "TWIST AROUND THE CLOCK" MOVIE POSTER
USA: Columbia Pictures, 1961. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Good condition. Age toning and moderate soiling and staining throughout surface. Light wear to edges and corners. Moderate creasing along original folding lines. Shelved in Room A. FJ Consignment. 1375485. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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ORIGINAL "SILENT MADNESS (IN 3-D)" MOVIE POSTER
1984. One Sheet (measures 27 in. x 41 in.) In Good plus condition with light age toning and light creasing. FJ Consignment. Shelved in Room A. 1377162. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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![ORIGINAL "SUPER FLY" & "SUPER FLY T.N.T." LOBBY CARDS [15 CARDS]](https://d3525k1ryd2155.cloudfront.net/h/612/144/1605144612.0.l.jpg)
ORIGINAL "SUPER FLY" & "SUPER FLY T.N.T." LOBBY CARDS [15 CARDS]
1972. Original "Super Fly" (7 of 8 cards) and "Super Fly T.N.T. ( 8 of 8 cards). Condition: Very Good with light age-toning and minimal wear to edges and corners. FJ Consignment. Shelved in Rockville Room A. 1380641. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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ORDERS IN COUNCIL, PROCLAMATIONS, RULES AND ORDERS, &C., PROMULGATED IN THE NYASALAND PROTECTORATE DURING THE YEAR 1922. VOL. VIII
Zomba: Government Printer, 1922. Hardcover. Quarto, v, iii, [2], 5, [2], 1-9, 1-56. In Good minus condition. Quarter bound in purple publishers cloth with blue paper boards. Moderate rodent damage exposing quires at head and tail of spine, severe bumping to head of spine, moderate rubbing and bumping to corners and edges, moderate rodent damage to paper boards, moderate plus soiling overall, and moderate warping to boards. Moderate age toning to exterior and throughout interior of textblock, light foxing... Read More
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ORIGINAL "STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN" MOVIE POSTER 1982
1982. Original U.S. one-sheet poster for Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982), often regarded as the franchise's best film. Measures 27 x 41 in. Very Good condition with factory folds, light age toning, handling wear, and minor creasing along fold lines. Shelved Rockville Room E (folded). 1407616. Special Collections - Upstairs.
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