61st ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARD PROGRAM SIGNED BY STARS
An extraordinary one-of-a-kind collectible, exquisitely custom framed. This is the original program for the 61st annual Academy Awards. All signatures were obtained in person, at the event at the Shrine Civic Auditorium on March 29, 1989. Signatures on the program include Gene Kelly, Meryl Streep, Arlene Dahl, Jack Lemmon, Frank Capra, Kurt Russell, Golie Hawn, Bruce Willis, Donald Sutherland, Carrie Fisher, Claudette Colbert, James Stewart among others. This unique piece of Hollywood memorabilia comes beautifully presented in a handsome... Read More
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GAME OF THRONES (Pilot Script)
by BENIOFF, David & WEISS, D.B., [MARTIN, George R.R.]
Magnificent presentation of a prized collectible. This is the full shooting script of the pilot episode of GAMES OF THRONES, "Winter is Coming," written by David Benioff & D.B. Weiss. The script is boldly signed on the title page by the show's stars, Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen), Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister), Alfie Allen (Theon Greyjoy), Aiden Gillen (Peter Baelish), Rose Leslie (Ygritte) as well as the two co-creators/executive producers/writers, David Beniofff and D. B... Read More
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Lethal Weapon (The Original)
by BLACK, Shane
Writer Shane Black's typed Second Draft copy of his iconic original script: basis of all the Lethal Weapon sequels and spinoffs to follow. On the title page, Shane has drawn a small illustration of a man being exploded into the air, and he has accompanied this with his written inscription: Best wishes / Live on the edge! / Shane Black. This script is also signed on the title page by the film's cinematographer, Stephen Goldblatt, A.S.C.Script is in... Read More
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IRON MAN
by BURNETT, W.R.
A remarkably very near Fine First Edition in like dust jacket of this bestselling, highly acclaimed period novel of boxing, love and loyalty, by the award-winning author of LITTLE CAESAR. This singular copy made infinitely more special and highly collectible as it is signed not only by the author, W.R. Burnett, but also by the designer of the iconic dust jacket, Edna Reindel, also the award-winning dust jacket designer of the First legal U.S. edition of James Joyce's ULYSSES.
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Original Codicil To The Will of Raymond Chandler
by CHANDLER, Raymond
Raymond Chandler's original two-page typed letter, the official codicil to his will. The unique document, on Chandler's preferred blue onionskin paper and blue type, is to his lawyer Michael Gilbert and is dated January 18, 1957 from Palm Springs, California. In it he sets forth the directive as concerns donating his eyes ("if they want them") to a cornea bank; the desire to be cremated; and his preferred funeral service ("in a church," "nothing but the formal service for the... Read More
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Letter
by CRAWFORD, Joan
Original typewritten letter on Joan Crawford's letterhead dated January 15, 1963, to Bert Lahr's wife. Four paragraphs, referencing "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane," and "The Caretakers." Crawford thanks Mrs Lahr for her letter and complimentary remarks, noting that it was a pleasure to see her and her daughter Pattie on her visit to Muncie.A nice piece of Hollywoodiana, vividly signed JOAN.
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The Descent of Man
by DARWIN, Charles
First Edition, First Issue. Extremely scarce. With "transmitted" the first word on p.297 in the first volume; in the second volume, printer's note on verso of half-title, errata on verso of title, and the postscript leaf after p.viii. January ads in both volumes.The First Edition contains two parts: The Descent of Man itself, and Selection in Relation to Sex."The word 'evolution' (in Volume 1, .2) occurs for the very first time in any of Darwin's worlds." (Freeman, 128-9).Often misunderstood, Darwin... Read More
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ORIGINAL WESTERN UNION CABLEGRAMA
by HEMINGWAY Ernest
An extraordinary, one-of-a-kind historic collectible, beautifully framed.This is the ORIGINAL Western Union Cablegrama dated and sent from Havana, Cuba on April 8, 1937 to General Franco, Salamanca, Spain. It is sent from Elicio Arguelles, head of Franco's Nationalist Committee in Cuba, to Franco in Salamanca. The message translates into English as follows:THE SPANISH NATIONALIST COMMITTEE SENDS TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AS MEDIATION FOR THOSE RECONQUERING SPANISH SOILWhat makes this unique piece truly extraordinary is that beneath the printed message, written in... Read More
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The Making of the Muppet Show: OF MUPPETS & MEN
by FINCH, Christopher
This handsome coffee table book, As New, is a signed and inscribed presentation copy fully in the hand of Jim Henson to comedian Milton Berle: Christmas 1981 To Milton, with our love, Kermit the Frog - Jim & Dave & all the gangDave in the inscription is Dave Laser, Executive... Read More
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The Man With The Golden Gun
by FLEMING, Ian
Very Near Fine true (UK) First Edition of the Bond classic, basis of course for the 1964 film starring Roger Moore as 007. Very Near Fine copy, titles bright, altogether highly presentable and extremely worthwhile literary collectible made even more so as this lovely copy in bright beautiful dust jacket bears the tipped-in signature of Ian Fleming.
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SLAVES OF SLEEP
by HUBBARD, L. Ron
Splendid, stunning Fine First Edition, First Printing of this extraordinary (and extremely scarce) novel of magic carpet adventure. The fourth book by the founder of the Church oof Scientology, this superb copy in its amazing pictorial very nearly fine dust jacket is a true collectible. An important and valuable addition to one's library -- for any number of reasons. THIS COPY IS SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR.
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HAND-SIGNED PORTFOLIO
by HURRELL, George (photographer)
Magnificent Complete Portfolio, Set III , set of ten 11"x14" silver gelatin photographs by the famed, preeminent photographer of Hollywood's halcyon days, George Hurrell. Ten images, each in separate acetate sleeves, each numbered and hand-signed in fountain pen by GEORGE HURRELL.The images -- each stunning-- are of:ANN SHERIDAN (1939). VERONICA LAKE (1941)JOAN CRAWFORD (1932) GENE TIERNEY (1944)ANNA MAY WONG (1938). CHARLES BOYER (1942)JOHN BARRYMORE... Read More
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Being John Malkovich
by KAUFMAN, Charlie
Shooting script of the iconic John Malkovich film made infinitely more special as it is signed (at our shop) on the title page by JOHN MALKOVICH. Housed in a stunning custom four-paneled black chemise with silk moire lining, black leather label, gold titles.
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JOHN F. KENNEDY INAUGURAL BALL INVITATION
by [KENNEDY John F.]
Original Invitation to the Inaugural Ball of John F. Kennedy on Friday evening, January 20, 1961. This copy is SIGNED ON THE LOWER RIGHT BY JOHN KENNEDY.This memorable document comes brilliantly presented in a stunning custom standing lucite frame with open sides and top enabling the invitation to be taken out at will.
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The Strategy of Peace
by KENNEDY, Senator John F. (Nevins, Allan, Editor)
Very close to Fine First Edition of this highly collectible volume: the foreign policy speeches and statements on defense, peace, national security and related domestic issues written by, as he then was, a leading presidential candidate.
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The Further Inquiry
by KESEY, Ken
Highly collectible certainly one-of-a-kind First Edition of Ken Kesey's and his band of Merry Pranksters' 1964 bus trip on the 'Further,' the old yellow school bus they transformed into a psychedelic schooner as they set off on a coast-to-coast trip. Vividly photographed by Ron "Hallsler begirt, it's a colorful literary trip of the 'highest' order. This pre-publication First Edition copy comes with the five-page brochure laid in. The copy itself is boldly, colorfully signed by KEN KESEY... Read More
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A Spaniard In The Works
by LENNON, John
Stunning UNCORRECTED PROOF COPY in proof-only pictorial dust jacket of John Lennon's highly collectible book. Highly scarce. Printed sheets, sewn, with black endpapers, in this rarely seen dust jacket. Profusely illustrated with Lennon's idiosyncratic drawings. The most obvious and important difference between this proof and the trade edition is the presence of a dust jacket. The published version, itself scarcely seen in the first edition, came with photographic covers but without any dust jacket; the proof was released with one.... Read More
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Writings of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, with Biographical & Critical Notes, in Eleven Volumes
by LONGFELLOW, Henry Wadsworth
This is #131 of 500 copies of this luxuriously leather-bound let of the classic poetry of Longfellow. Pasted in volume II is a two-page autograph letter, signed, written in Cambridge, dated February 4, 1874. A stunning set.
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The Legend of Hell House
by Matheson, Richard
Fine First Edition in equally Fine pictorial dust jacket of the acclaimed novelist's bestselling tale of suspense, basis for the successful film starring Pamela Franklin and Roddy McDowell. This collector's copy made even more so as it is boldly signed on the title page by both author Richard Matheson and star Pamela Franklin
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WEDDING MARCH in MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (EIN SOMMERNACHTSTRAUM VON SHAKESPEARE)
by MENDELSSOHN, Felix Bartholdy
Rarity. First Edition, First Printing of the famous Wedding March. The orchestral score was first published July 1848 by Breitkopf & Hartel, Leipzig, Germany. No printed date, as customary at that time. Vb M. on pp 3-177, engraved, the Hochzeitmarsch (WEDDING MARCH) on p.137, P.n. 7774.P. [178] blank. GM and JF. FIRST PRINTING of the orchestral parts, engraved and with plate number 7852, probably published the following month, is at BOD. NO COPIES OF THIS AT AUCTION AS LISTED IN... Read More
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1917
by MENDES, Sam & Wilson-Cairns, Krysty
Final shooting script of this highly-lauded film, recipient of numerous international accolades including ten Academy Award nominations, with three wins for Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects & Best Sound Mixing. It also won Best Motion Picture, Drama and Best Director at the 77th Golden Globes; and a leading seven awards at the 73rd British Academy Film Awards including Best Film and Best Direction. It won the Producers Guild of America Award for Best Theatrical Motion Picture, and Sam Mendes won... Read More
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ROMAN BY POLANSKI
by POLANSKI, Roman
Signed & Inscribed First Edition, First State copy, a presentation copy, by the internationally famed director to noted Polish writer/director Jerzy Skolimowski, writer of Polanski's breakthrough film, KNIFE IN THE WATER. Much better than very good copy, slightly foxed to topedge leaves, in like dust jacket showing light wear and a modicum of stain to spine & back panel, not affecting the author portrait. This copy is a rarity indeed: it bears a full-page inscription by Polanski in Polish to... Read More
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The Devil to Pay
by Queen, Ellery
SIGNED & INSCRIBED FIRST EDITION. Water-stained boards on a good square copy happily without any of the foxing usually seen on this elusive title. Better than very good dust jacket is clipped (though not the price), shows only moderate creasing and just three relatively minor chips: two to spine extremities and one to lower rear panel. Book is from library of famed multi-millionaire bibliophile Edward T. (Ned) Guymon, intimate of Dannay & Lee, Hammett, Chandler, Christie, etc., (and the many... Read More
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Parasite
by Screenplay, Bong Joon Ho & Han Jin Won; Story, Bong Joon Ho
Shooting script for the history-making South Korean film, winner of four Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay and Best International Feature Film. This script was hand-signed in our presence (with photo of the signings attached to rear of script) by Writer/Director Bong and writer of the original story, Han Jin Won.A superb, unique cinema collectible.
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The Comedy of Errors
by Shakespeare, William
The actor's copy, that of the noted Mr Brunsdon, with his own illustrated ownership bookplate showing him as "Dromio of Syracuse". Apparently First separate printing of the Shakespeare classic.A true literary collectible exquisitely bound to period in full oasis Morocco, spine tooled, lettered in gilt in compartments with fine raised bands.
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