OLAF WIEGHORST 10 wonderful pages of sketches by the master artist. Sketch book signed: "Olaf Weighorst". Signed along right edge of cover. 10 pages (bound) of sketches. 3 pages blank. Pen and ink on paper. 9 x 12. ½ inch separation of cover and pages at right binding, ¼ inch separation of cover and pages at left binding, otherwise fine condition. Olaf Wieghorst (1899-1988), is best known for his poignant paintings of the American West. His work graced calendars and illustrated magazines, and commanded good prices from art collectors. Many of his pieces are on display at the Olaf Wieghorst Museum in El Cajon, near San Diego. Wieghorst was a circus stunt rider in Denmark before emigrating to the US at age 19, and he appeared in two John Wayne movies. 
PETER MAX Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl #10 Original Art Signed: "Max". Mixed medium on canvas, 1997, catalogue #36575. Signed at center left. 20x16 visible. " Titled "Portrait of Theodore Herzl Ver.II #10". Fine condition. Peter Max, born in Berlin in 1937, spent most of his first ten years in Shanghai, and then traveled the world with his parents before immigrating to the US in 1953. Already an award-winning graphic artist and designer, Max burst on the cultural scene in the 1960s, first with his "psychedelic art" and then with a new concept, "cosmic art." Max, who works in many mediums, has been the official artist for the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Woodstock Music Festival and 5 Super Bowls. He has decorated a Boeing 747, a Dale Earnhardt racecar, and 265 murals on the US border. He has designed popular US and UN stamps, painted five US Presidents, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Mikhail Gorbachev, and the Dalai Lama.
NORMAN ROCKWELL This print of the artist's illustration "The Lobster Man" is signed by him in the bottom-right corner Lithograph Signed: "Norman Rockwell". Actual image 18x23. Color. "The Lobster Man". NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894-1978) captured scenes from American life in his magazine covers and illustrations, often noted for their humorous and accurate depictions of 1940's and 1950's life. Rockwell's drawings, however, were skillfully executed with minute attention to detail and were so realistic that they usually resembled photographs rather than paintings. Hepainted over 300 covers for the The Saturday Evening Post (1916-1965) after beginning his career at age 18 as an illustrator for Boy's Life. In addition to his many works for the Post, Rockwell illustrated the "Boy Scout Calendar" from 1926-1976. Rockwell published his autobiography, Norman Rockwell, My Adventures as an Illustrator, in 1960. Eight-inch tear along back of frame in paper backing. Frame side panel on right side open from lack of adhesive.
PETER MAX Original Max portrait of Theodore Herzl #9 Original Art Signed: "Max". Mixed medium on canvas, 1997, catalogue #36574. Signed at center left. 20x16 visible. " Titled "Portrait of Theodore Herzl Ver.II #9". Fine condition. Peter Max, born in Berlin in 1937, spent most of his first ten years in Shanghai, and then traveled the world with his parents before immigrating to the US in 1953. Already an award-winning graphic artist and designer, Max burst on the cultural scene in the 1960s, first with his "psychedelic art" and then with a new concept, "cosmic art." Max, who works in many mediums, has been the official artist for the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Woodstock Music Festival and 5 Super Bowls. He has decorated a Boeing 747, a Dale Earnhardt racecar, and 265 murals on the US border. He has designed popular US and UN stamps, painted five US Presidents, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Mikhail Gorbachev, and the Dalai Lama.
FREDERIC REMINGTON Remington creates a remarkable pen and ink drawing of himself holding painter's palette. Original Art Signed "Yours faithfully / Frederick Remington / New Rochelle NY Aug 20 '1897" 3 ¾ x 3. Overall size of 9 ½ x 8 ¾. Not framed by the Gallery of History. Fine condition. Frederic Remington (1861-1909), a prolific Western artist, was chiefly known for his portrayals of the Old West, where he traveled extensively. His works, which usually depicted cowboys, Indians and horses, are notable for their authenticity of detail. Beginning in 1886, Remington produced more than 400 illustrations for the nation's ten leading periodicals, including "Century Magazine", in which Remington illustrated articles written by his friend, Theodore Roosevelt. Sent to Cuba in the 1890s by newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst, who was actively promoting war with Spain, and returning in 1898 to cover the U.S. campaign against the Spanish, Remington was appalled by war's cruelty.
WILLARD MULLIN The sports cartoonists who championed “Dem Bums” Original Pencil, Ink and Watercolor inscribed and signed “For Joanne...with love and many thanks from Willard Mullin 1977”. 9x13 visible. Illustration depicts the famous "Brooklyn Bum" by sports artist Willard Mullin. Willard Mullin (1902 - 1978) was an American sports cartoonist. He is well-known for his creation of the "Brooklyn Bum", a representation of the Brooklyn Dodgers baseball team, which was based on Emmett Kelly's "Weary Willie" hobo persona. He wrote cartoons for several publications including the New York World-Telegram and Sun. This piece comes directly from a family member whose mother was a friend of Mullin and lived in the same condominiums in Florida during the 1970's. As a birthday gift, a hand painted tie was given to Mullin, and in return he gave this illustration. This is one of the nicest depictions of the "Brooklyn Bum" by Willard Mullin. Fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 22½ x 30½.
MARY CASSATT In a handwritten letter to a friend in Paris, Cassatt explains that her art keeps her too busy to reply to most letters, but that she would welcome a visit in the Spring. ALS: "Mary Cassatt", 6 pages, 5¼x7, front and verso. Mesnil-Beaufresne, Mesnil-Theribus (Oise), France, no date. On imprinted stationery to Miss Mary Gardner Swift. Begins: "My Dear Mary". In full: "Of course I had your letter but I never thought of answering it. If you knew what my life was you would [five words illegible] than in the [illegible] If you would love to write to me anything that you think I would I shall always be glad to know [two words illegible] I am a very busy woman. Most of my correspondence is done in French through my [illegible] Is French, she has been with us 43 years Ever since my Mothers (sic) death thirty years ago I have been alone, carrying on this place & working here. Ah my art. Of course I have been better known as an artist in France [illegible] is a member of the family In the meantime I send you my 
ALFRED STIEGLITZ Signed autograph letter to a biographer concerning photographic plates missing from his collection Autograph Letter signed: "Alfred Stieglitz", 2 pages, 8½x11, front and verso (hinged to show both sides). New York City, 1933 December 18.To his friend (and author) Grace E. Titus, who was working a book about the innovative photographer.In full, as written: "Every number of Camera Work was published complete when issued. The way it happens that Plates are missing is that frequently Camera Work came out of the Bindery with Plates to be inserted by me personally after binding. Some years ago many of the Insets were either destroyed or mislaid. Hence the impossibility of completing many issues at present I know of no way of acquiring missing plates except in keeping one's eyes open for numbers of Camera Work as they may appear in the market Absolutely complete sets of Camera Work are very, very rare & are priceless. No I have no reproductions either There are none The Plates in Camera Work for the major part are photo gravures made directly from original negatives & were made under my direction as were the prints.
PETER MAX. Original artwork depicting Karen and Richard Carpenter. Original Art Signed: "80/Max". Acrylic on canvas, signed in lower left. 23½ x 35½ visible. "The Carpenters". One-inch unrepaired vertical tear in canvas located near "80" and signature. Otherwise, fine condition. Peter Max, born in Berlin in 1937, spent most of his first ten years in Shanghai, and then traveled the world with his parents before immigrating to the US in 1953. Already an award-winning graphic artist and designer, Max burst on the cultural scene in the 1960s, first with his "psychedelic art" and then with a new concept, "cosmic art." Max, who works in many mediums, has been the official artist for the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Woodstock Music Festival and 5 Super Bowls. He has decorated a Boeing 747, a Dale Earnhardt racecar, and 265 murals on the US border. He has designed popular US and UN stamps, painted five US Presidents, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Mikhail Gorbachev, and the Dalai Lama.
THE NOTED WESTERN ARTIST WRITES OF HONG KONG AND DRAWS TWO CARTOONS ILLUSTRATING WHERE THE BEST SCOTCH IN CHINA CAN BE FOUND FREDERIC REMINGTON The noted western artist pens os Hong Kong and draws two cartoons illustrating where the best scotch in China can be found Autograph Note on Original Art Signed: "Frederic Remington", 2p, 8x6½, front and verso. Matted, not in the Gallery of History style, to 13x11½ (both sides visible). New Rochelle, New York, no date, Monday. On imprinted "Endion" letterhead to "My dear Julian", journalist Julian Ralph. In full, as written: "Much obliged for the photo. - The[y] move like the patients in a chiropodists ante-room. But its a good photo. - I see there are the G-darndest plagues going in in Hong Kong - Foo-Chin - Ko-so - Fol-hi and other Chinese settlements on the coast that it aint safe this side of the Big Correl fence - I think any man who will go to China would go to Hell for a Pastime.
PETER MAX Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl #4 Original Art Signed: "Max". Mixed medium on canvas, 1997, catalogue #35960. Signed at center left. 20x16 visible. " Titled "Portrait of Theodore Herzl Ver.II #4". Fine condition. Peter Max, born in Berlin in 1937, spent most of his first ten years in Shanghai, and then traveled the world with his parents before immigrating to the US in 1953. Already an award-winning graphic artist and designer, Max burst on the cultural scene in the 1960s, first with his "psychedelic art" and then with a new concept, "cosmic art." Max, who works in many mediums, has been the official artist for the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Woodstock Music Festival and 5 Super Bowls. He has decorated a Boeing 747, a Dale Earnhardt racecar, and 265 murals on the US border. He has designed popular US and UN stamps, painted five US Presidents, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Mikhail Gorbachev, and the Dalai Lama.
AL HIRSCHFELD Artist signed lithograph of George Burns and to George Burns. Artist Proof Lithograph signed: "To George Burns on his 89th birthdate - HIRSCHFELD”, Numbered AP XX/XXX. 10½ x 14 visible. Hirschfeld (1903-2003) was a renowned cartoonist, author and theatrical caricaturist with "The New York Times" from 1929. From 1945 on, Hirschfeld began incorporating the name of his daughter, Nina, in his drawings. The addition became so popular with his audience that after 1956 he began adding a numeral after his signature to signify how many "NINAs" he had hidden in the work. Hirschfeld died on January 20, 2003 at the age of 99. Framed to an overall size of 19¾ x 23½. Fine condition. 
PETER MAX Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl #5 Original Art Signed: "Max". Mixed medium on canvas, 1997, catalogue #35961. Signed at center left. 20x16 visible. " Titled "Portrait of Theodore Herzl Ver.II #5". Fine condition. Peter Max, born in Berlin in 1937, spent most of his first ten years in Shanghai, and then traveled the world with his parents before immigrating to the US in 1953. Already an award-winning graphic artist and designer, Max burst on the cultural scene in the 1960s, first with his "psychedelic art" and then with a new concept, "cosmic art." Max, who works in many mediums, has been the official artist for the Grammy Awards, the New Orleans Jazz Festival, the Woodstock Music Festival and 5 Super Bowls. He has decorated a Boeing 747, a Dale Earnhardt racecar, and 265 murals on the US border. He has designed popular US and UN stamps, painted five US Presidents, the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Mikhail Gorbachev, and the Dalai Lama.
LEONARD VOLK Abraham Lincoln Life Mask copy by Leonard W. Volk. This mask measures 10 ½ high x 10 wide x 8 deep. American sculptor LEONARD VOLK (1828-1895), who studied in Rome with the help of Illinois political figure Stephen A. Douglas, opened a studio in Chicago in 1959. Closely observing Douglas and his rival, Abraham Lincoln, during their debates, he sculpted both men and did Lincoln's life mask and made casts of both of his hands. Volk's monument to Douglas stands in Chicago and statues of Douglas and Lincoln grace the state Capitol in Springfield, Illinois. The sculptor also did portrait busts of Lincoln and a number of other subjects, including Henry Clay. Fine Condition. 
WESTERN ARTISTS AND WRITERS: OLAF WIEGHORST, EARL EDER, JOE BOEHLER, STAN LYNDE, J. K. RALSTON and MANY OTHERS 34x35½ buckskin, signed by an impressive collection of Western artists in the 1970s, triple matted and custom framed for display. Some of the artists have added drawings in a Native American theme. Many signers have strong connections with the State of Montana and the Blackfoot Nation. Original Art signed: Buckskin bearing nearly 100 signatures. An unknown artist has drawn a large teepee in the center of the buckskin. Many of the signers have embellished their autograph with Western-themed drawings (teepees, horse heads, cattle brands, etc.). Some have dated their signatures, with the range of dates extending from 1970 to 1977. Many of the signers have a close connection with the state of Montana. The signers include the following: OLAF WIEGHORST (1899-1988), born in Jutland, Denmark, is best known for his poignant portrayals of the American West. Wieghorst's paintings have sold for more than $450,000. and his signed Lithographs for up to $12,000. His most famous work, Native Madonna, was published as a lithograph in 1972. Sioux painter and sculptor EARL EDER (b.
NORMAN ROCKWELL Signed Artist Proof lithograph of the artist's illustration "Two O'Clock Feeding". Artist Proof Lithograph Signed: "Norman Rockwell" and “A/P”. 17¼ x 22½ visible. "Two O'Clock Feeding". NORMAN ROCKWELL (1894-1978) captured scenes from American life in his magazine covers and illustrations, often noted for their humorous and accurate depictions of 1940's and 1950's life. Rockwell's drawings, however, were skillfully executed with minute attention to detail and were so realistic that they usually resembled photographs rather than paintings. Hepainted over 300 covers for the The Saturday Evening Post (1916-1965) after beginning his career at age 18 as an illustrator for Boy's Life. In addition to his many works for the Post, Rockwell illustrated the "Boy Scout Calendar" from 1926-1976. Rockwell published his autobiography, Norman Rockwell, My Adventures as an Illustrator, in 1960. Fine condition. Wearing at frame corners. Framed to an overall size of 26½ x 32½.
NORMAN ROCKWELL Limited edition lithograph of the artist's work titled "At the Barber" # 1/200 Limited-edition Lithograph signed: "Norman/Rockwell". 1/200, 19 x 30¼ visible.Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) captured scenes from American life in his magazine covers and illustrations, often noted for their humorous and accurate depictions of 1940's and 1950's life. Rockwell's drawings, however, were skillfully executed with minute attention to detail and were so realistic that they usually resembled photographs rather than paintings. He painted over 300 covers for the "Saturday Evening Post" (1916-1965) after beginning his career at age 18 as an illustrator for "Boy's Life". In addition to his many works for the Post, Rockwell illustrated the "Boy Scout Calendar" from 1926-1976. Rockwell published his autobiography, Norman Rockwell, My Adventures as an Illustrator, in 1960. Lightly creased. Lightly soiled at lower blank margin. Worn at left edge. Fine condition. Not framed by the Gallery of History, 29 x 35½.
PABLO PICASSO Picasso discusses a possible animated version of his work. Rare ALS: "Picasso", 1p, 7½ x5½. No place, no date. In French with English translation. To Joseph Foster.In full: "This is to confirm to you that I am interested in principle in your proposition regarding a cartoon (dessin animé) film. Before getting involved, however, I would like to see a sample of this genre of film, which we have discussed. At the same time, I would like to have a more complete technical explanation on the subject of the making of this film." Joseph Foster(1904-1971) was President of the Foster Grant Company and envisioned a series of Picasso-style cartoons. Picasso created vivid images in a variety of mediums including paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and drawings. With the advancement of animation and technicolor, he was intrigued with the possibility of setting his cubist style to sound and motion. Picasso found cartoon images to be simple, yet bold in design. This belief influenced much of his later work.
AUGUSTE RODIN The artist signs an image of his plaster statue depicting his lover, Camille Claudel. Postcard Photograph signed: "Rodin". Sepia, 4 x 5½ overall, image 4 x 4¾ (one surface). This signed image of Rodin's plaster statue of his lover, Camille Claudel, is titled: L'Adieu (The Farewell) (1892). His young protégé suffered a mental breakdown in 1898 and was later hospitalized. Rodin's classic realism in sculpture was generally devoted to the sensuality of the human body seen in such works as The Thinker (1880) and The Kiss (1886). Fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 23 x 16¼. Frame exhibits wearing at corners. 
DIEGO RIVERA The artist signs a very contentious handwritten letter (1942) to the Rector of the University of Mexico demanding return of scaffolding, ownership of which is now disputed by the University's supply department. ALS: "Diego Rivera", 3 pages, 8¼x12¾. No place, 1942 July 31.To Mr. Brito Foucher, Rector of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, regarding scaffolding that the muralist had left at the University and requesting its return.In full: "With regard to your request for information about the lumber that belongs to me and that was used in the scaffolding at the E.N. [National School] of Medicine, I provide you with the following facts and details: I. - I never had a contract with the U.N.A. It was the Committee for the Centennial Observance in the school which started the painting job in the E.N.M. II. - For that job, I did not collect anything, I only received the expenses involved in it. III. - Since I did not execute it as a result of medical problems with my eyes (I was operated on by Dr. Rafael Silva), I returned the advance I had received for expenses in its entirety to Dr. Ignacio Chavez, with whom I dealt concerning the mural. Dr.Art & Architecture | Checks
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MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 04/18/1935 - HFSID 202285MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE She signs on this check for $10.00 to S. Kindstrand Check Signed: "Margaret Bourke-White", 8½x3. New York, 1935 April 18. Filled out by world's first official female photojournalist on her "Bourke-White Studio" account at The Chase National Bank, payable to S. Kindstrand for $10.Sale Price $450.00
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MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 04/23/1935 - HFSID 251785MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE She signs this check for $20.00 for cash on April 23, 1935 Check signed: "Margaret Bourke-White", 8½x3. New York City, 1935 April 23. Check No. 5029, drawn on the account of Bourke-White Studio at the Chase National Bank of New York City, payable to "Cash" for $20.
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MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 04/23/1935 - HFSID 256772MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE She signs this check for $36.41 payable to the Postal Telegraph Company on April 23, 1935 Check Signed: "Margaret Bourke-White", 8½x3. New York, 1935 April 23. Check "No. 5022", drawn on the account of the Bourke-White Studio, payable to "Postal Telegraph Company" for "$36.41".
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OLIVER HERFORD - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 03/20/1934 - HFSID 169360OLIVER HERFORD His signed check for $1.00 cash Check signed: "Oliver Herford", 6½x2¾. New York, N.Y., 1934 March 20. Un-numbered check, drawn on The National City Bank Fifth Avenue Branch, payable to cash for $1.00.
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OLIVER HERFORD - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 03/21/1934 - HFSID 169359OLIVER HERFORD Check filled out and signed by him in 1934 Check signed: "Oliver Herford", 6½x2¾. New York, N.Y., 1934 March 21. Un-numbered check, drawn on The National City Bank Fifth Avenue Branch, payable to R. H. Macy Co. for $2.33.
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H. CLAIRE MOTT - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 04/23/1920 - HFSID 291958H. CLAIRE MOTT Check for $50 cash, written on the Provincial Bank of Canada Check signed: "H. Claire Mott", 8½x3½. St John, New Brunswick, 1920 April 23. Check #892, drawn on the Provincial Bank of Canada, payable to cash for $50. Filled out by Mott. H.
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THOMAS NAST - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/05/1894 - HFSID 83328THOMAS NAST $50 check signed by Nast in 1894 Check signed "Th: Nast.". 8x3. Jan. 5,1894. Check no. 1225 for $50, made out to "Bearer" and drawn on Nast's account at The First National Bank of Morristown, New Jersey.
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THOMAS K. RYAN - CHECK ENDORSED 11/25/1975 - HFSID 83333TOM K. RYAN. Check endorsed: "Tom K. Ryan", 6¼x2¾. Topeka, Kansas, 1975 November 25. Check No. 54, drawn on Citizens Bank & Trust Company, Chicago, Illinois, payable to T.K. Ryan for $35.00. Signed: "Robert A. LeGresley". "Tumbleweeds", the comic strip by Tom K.
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JOHN SARTAIN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 10/12/1869 - HFSID 176902JOHN SARTAIN Artist John Sartain signed this check for $100 as Secretary of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in 1869. Check signed "John Sartain" as Secretary of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Endorsed on verso in black ink and lead pencil in unknown hand. 6¾x2¾. Oct.
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ARTHUR SZYK - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/07/1947 - HFSID 268178ARTHUR SZYK He signed this check to a doctor for #13.70 in 1947. Check signed: "Arthur Szyk", 6¼x2¾. New Canaan, Connecticut, 1947 June 2. Check No. 632. Check drawn on First National Ban & Trust Co., payable to Dr. H. Doolittle for $13.70.
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ARTHUR SZYK - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 10/01/1948 - HFSID 317496ARTHUR SZYK $4 check to a local newspaper, signed the year the artist became a US citizen Check signed: "Arthur Szyk", 6¼x2¾. New Canaan, Connecticut, 1948 October 1. Check #1328, drawn on the First National Bank and Trust Co., payable to the New Canaan Advertiser for $4.00.
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