HENRI MATISSE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/21/1948 - HFSID 350461

The renowned artist sends a request for a Larousse volume. Autograph Letter signed: "H. Matisse". 1 page, 6x9, Vence, December 21, 1948. Translated in full: “Dear Mr. Goldschmit / Will you please give to Mr. Gerard Matisse one of the volumes of the Larousse for which I have subscribed. I beg you to accept the expression of my distinguished sentiments.” Matisse wrote this note in December 1948 from his villa in Vence on the Riviera, to request that Gerard Matisse be presented with a “Laroussse”. The Pierre Larousse volumes, to which he refers, were a reprint of one of his major works. Horizontal crease at center, otherwise fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 31 x 21¾. French painter, sculptor, and printmaker Henri Matisse (1869-1954), who was influenced by post-Impressionism, revolted against Pointillism, and became a leader of the Fauvist school, although his later work moved in other directions. He was a master in the use of form and color to convey emotion. A lifelong friend and rival of Pablo Picasso, Matisse shared many similarities with his contemporary. However, he differed from Picasso in that Matisse usually painted from nature.

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PETER MAX - "PORTRAIT OF THEODORE HERZL VER.II" OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS SIGNED #5 - HFSID 350503

Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl 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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial. In 1896.

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - "SETTLING IN" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED ARTIST PROOF - HFSID 350367

NORMAN ROCKWELL - SETTLING IN LITHOGRAPH SIGNED ARTIST - HFSID 350367

Artist Proof lithograph of the work titled "Settling In". Artist Proof Lithograph signed: “AP”, "Norman Rockwell". 18 x 14¾ 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. Fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 28¾ x 25½.

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - LITHOGRAPH SET SIGNED - HFSID 283911

Limited edition set of seven lithographs based on Rockwell paintings used to illustrate Benjamin Franklin's Poor Richard's Almanack. Each 25½x19½ lithograph in the set has been signed in pencil by Rockwell and is numbered. Lithograph Set signed: "Norman Rockwell" in pencil. Set of seven color lithographs, each 25½x19½. Each one is numbered (111 of 200) and signed by the artist. Loose sheets of handmade Velin d'Arches paper. Pulled at Atelier Mourlot, Paris. The 7 lithographs, based on Rockwell's paintings for the Heritage Press edition of Poor Richard's Almanack (1964) are titled: "Benjamin Franklin's Philadelphia", "The Drunkard", "Ben's Belles", "The Village Smithy", "Ye Olde Print Shoppe", "The Golden Age" and "The Royal Crown". The set is laid into a gilt-stamped, brown cloth clamshell box. Noted American artist/illustrator Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) is best known for his realistic and humorous scenes of small town life in America. 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". Rockwell also painted politically significant works, such as his cover illustration of Franklin D. Roosevelt's "Four Freedoms" (1943) and of Presidential candidates.

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PETER MAX - "PORTRAIT OF THEODORE HERZL VER.II" OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS SIGNED #10 - HFSID 350502

Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl 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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial. In 1896.

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PETER MAX - "PORTRAIT OF THEODORE HERZL VER.II" OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS SIGNED #4 - HFSID 350501

Original Max portrait of Theodor Herzl 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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial. In 1896.

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - ORIGINAL ART SIGNED - HFSID 350638

Saturday Evening Post illustrator Norman Rockwell draws a familiar picture of a dog on personal letterhead. Original art with signed note: "Faithfully / yours / Norman Rockwell". 1 page, 5½ x 6½ on Rockwell's personalized stationery. Framed to an overall size of 18 x 18½. No date. In full: "Thanks for the [illegible]". Fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned photograph of Rockwell working in his studio. Norman Rockwell (1894-1978) is an American artist and illustrator best known for his realistic and humorous scenes of small-town life in America. He painted over 300 covers for the Saturday Evening Post from 1916 to 1965 after beginning his career at age 18 as an illustrator for Boy's Life. His art, drawn with attention to detail, had an air of simplicity and sentimentality. Rockwell's popularity grew because his art seemed to be, for everyday Americans, a mirror-image of real life. His subjects ranged from American presidents to Mark Twain characters to the man who delivered his mail.

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MARY CASSATT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 273140

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 kindest regards & hope that next Spring if I am well enough you will come out and see me I had my three nephews and one niece here this last summer. Ellen Mary has a daughter born Sept 9th.…"

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - "AT THE BARBER" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED 1/200 - HFSID 350337

NORMAN ROCKWELL - AT THE BARBER LITHOGRAPH SIGNED - HFSID 350337

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.

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DIEGO RIVERA - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/31/1942 - HFSID 350474

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. Chavez can testify to this; there is a card in the Ex-rector de la Cueva's possession from Dr.…"

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PABLO PICASSO - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 350566

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. The creator of over 20,000 works of art, Picasso is widely considered the greatest and most influential artist of the 20th century. Yellowing in lower area at signature from mounting stains on verso.

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AL HIRSCHFELD - "TO GEORGE BURNS ON HIS 89TH BIRTHDAY" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED AP CIRCA 1985 - HFSID 350617

AL HIRSCHFELD - TO GEORGE BURNS ON HIS 89TH BIRTHDAY LITHOGRAPH SIGNED AP CIRCA - HFSID 350617

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.…"

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GUTZON BORGLUM - ORIGINAL ART SIGNED - HFSID 279314

Deep-relief bust rendering of George Washington's head from an original cast by Gutzon Borglum, the sculptor who created the Mount Rushmore National Monument. Produced to help finance construction of the "shrine of democracy", this model displays Borglum's vision and craftsmanship, and was personally signed by him. Original art signed "Gutzon Borglum/Rushmore" on verso. 4¼x5x2 sculpture mounted on 8x9¼x¼ brown velvet-covered wood board. This is a deep-relief rendering of George Washington's head, from a mold made by the sculptor who created the Mount Rushmore National Monument. Executed before the monument itself, this model reflects Borglum's design in its planning stage. Though a small piece, it is filled with subtle details that breathe life and humanity - and dignity - into its subject. This patriotic piece of Americana is a fine exhibition of Borglum's skills. John Gutzon de la Mothe Borglum (1867-1941), born in St. Charles, Idaho, already famous for creating the great head of Lincoln in the U.S. Capitol rotunda, was commissioned to begin work on a "shrine of democracy" in 1927.

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FREDERIC REMINGTON - PEN & INK DRAWING SIGNED YOURS FAITHFULLY, NEW ROCHELLE, NY 08/20/1897 - HFSID 350394

FREDERIC REMINGTON - PEN & INK DRAWING SIGNED YOURS FAITHFULLY, NEW ROCHELLE, - HFSID 350394

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. However, he produced a memorable sculpture, The Bronco Buster, in tribute to Teddy Roosevelt's leadership of volunteer "Rough Riders" at the Battle of San Juan Hill.

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - "THE LOBSTER MAN" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED 1/200 - HFSID 348064

NORMAN ROCKWELL - THE LOBSTER MAN LITHOGRAPH SIGNED - HFSID 348064

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. He painted 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. Thin side panels at all edges have detached (not effecting frame, signature or lithograph). Frame is thick wood and stable. Framed in the Gallery of History style: 28x35.

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LEONARD W. VOLK - LIFE MASK COPY - HFSID 354348

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.

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OLAF WIEGHORST - SKETCH BOOK SIGNED IN PEN AND INK - HFSID 354519

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.

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NORMAN ROCKWELL - "TWO O'CLOCK FEEDING" LITHOGRAPH SIGNED ARTIST PROOF - HFSID 350351

NORMAN ROCKWELL - TWO O'CLOCK FEEDING LITHOGRAPH SIGNED ARTIST - HFSID 350351

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. He painted 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.

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AUGUSTE RODIN - PICTURE POST CARD SIGNED - HFSID 350390

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.

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WILLIAM MULLIN - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED CIRCA 1977 - HFSID 350603

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.

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PETER MAX - "THE CARPENTERS" ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 1980 - HFSID 350492

PETER MAX - THE CARPENTERS ORIGINAL ART SIGNED - HFSID 350492

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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial.

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PETER MAX - PRINTED ART SIGNED IN PENCIL 1972 - HFSID 350368

The artist signs a color poster titled "Maharishi". Poster signed: "Max 72". Signed in pencil on lower right side.15½ x 17, 1972. Titled "Maharishi", the work depicts a holy man seated with his legs crossed on a green platform, surrounded by the night sky. 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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial. Fine condition.

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PETER MAX - "PORTRAIT OF THEODORE HERZL VER.II" OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS SIGNED #9 - HFSID 350504

Original Max portrait of Theodore Herzl 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. He painted individual portraits of 356 firefighters who lost their lives heroically on 9/11, presenting these portraits to the families, and then at President Bush's request designed 356 more for the firefighters' memorial. In 1896.

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Art & Architecture | Notes

ANSEL ADAMS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 09/22/1957 - HFSID 172476

The American photographer signed this letter featuring a message about his continuing career and his new home Autograph Note Signed: "Ansel". 7¼x10½. One page letter. Letter dated September 22, 1957. Featuring letterhead from the Hawaiiana Hotel.

Sale Price $510.00

$600.00
ANSEL ADAMS - TYPED NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 172493

The nature photographer from San Francisco, California, signed this index card with a typed note Typed Note Signed: "Ansel". 5x3. One page. In Full: "Thanks for Release / What accommodations do you and your wife/prefer in Yosemite?".

Sale Price $270.00

$300.00
ANSEL ADAMS - TYPED NOTE UNSIGNED CIRCA 1958 - HFSID 176721

The San Francisco native typed this unsigned message and sent it to a friend Typed Note Unsigned: 5½x3¼. Dated circa 1958. Features Adams' personal letterhead from Yosemite National Park, California. In Full (with grammar mistakes): "Good to talk with you today.…"

Sale Price $270.00

$300.00
CHARLES AVERY AIKEN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 02/28/1952 - HFSID 18385

Short note written to an autograph hunter on an index card by painter Charles Avery Aiken in New York City in 1952 Autograph note signed "Charles A. Aiken". Black ink notations in top left corner in unknown hand. 5x3 card. With one of Aiken's address labels affixed to verso.

Sale Price $126.00

$140.00
BOB ANGLUND - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 10/17/1981 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 270429

ANS: "Bob & Joan" by Bob Anglund on verso of postcard. B/w, 6x4. Front pictures a reproduction of a drawing by Todd Emerson Anglund, the son of the illustrator.

Sale Price $126.00

$140.00
LEON NIKOLAYEVICH BAKST - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 09/05/1916 - HFSID 174560

Autograph Note in French, signed by him in Paris in 1916 Autograph Note signed (in French): "Le voici et avec/plaisir!/Leon Bakst/5 Sep 1916 Paris", 3¼x2¾. Translation: "Here it is, and with pleasure!…"

Sale Price $288.00

$320.00
TOM BATIUK - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 01/14/1985 - HFSID 215372

Cartoonist Tom Batiuk wrote this letter to a fan on Funky Winkerbean letterhead in 1985 Autograph letter signed "Tom Batiuk". 1 page, 8½x11, on Funky Winkerbean stationery. Jan. 14, 1985. In full: "Dear Selwyn, Thanks very much for your letter.…"

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
DANIEL C. BEARD - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 1913 - HFSID 268157

The founder of the Boy Scouts of America cheers Culver Academy, where his program began. Autograph Note signed: "Yea Culver!/Dan Beard/His [sketch of campfire in front of a tent] Mark/1913", 5¼x3. On sheet imprinted "Manhattan Limited/Pennsylvania Lines".

Sale Price $270.00

$300.00
DANIEL C. BEARD - THIRD PERSON TYPED NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 154903

Third-Person Typed Note signed: "Dan Beard", 1p, 5¾x7¾. Flushing, L.I., New York, 1906 April 12. On his imprinted personal letterhead. In full: "Mr.…"

Sale Price $337.50

$375.00
SIR CECIL W. BEATON - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 1972 - HFSID 253700

The artist who moved to New York City from London to kick-start a fledgling photography career penned his signature and a short message Autograph Note signed: "Cecil Beaton", 5½x3¼ personalized postcard. London, 1972. In full: "You are a faithful friend.…"

Sale Price $432.00

$480.00
KARL BENJAMIN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE UNSIGNED - HFSID 209203

The artist pens a short note in response to a request for an autograph Autograph note, unsigned. 5x3. In full: "How on earth can somebody's autograph be of help to students?".

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
THOMAS HART BENTON - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 08/07/1967 - HFSID 18348

ANS: "Thomas H. Benton", 5½x2¼. Chilmark, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, 1967 August 7. To William. In full: "I have no photos up here but here is the signature". Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975), the grandnephew and namesake of Missouri's first U.S.

Sale Price $552.50

$650.00
PETER BLANC - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 180961

The sculptor penned his autograph and a message on the back of this black and white 3½x5½ image of him Autograph Note Signed: “Peter Blanc” in blue ink. 3½x5½. Image on verso b/w. Sent from the Elaine Benson Gallery in New York City, New York.

Sale Price $126.00

$140.00
GUTZON BORGLUM - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 08/06/1923 - HFSID 16133

The sculptor signed and dated this card from Washington, DC's Metropolitan Club with a small flower in 1923. This card was signed four years before he began designing Mount Rushmore National Monument Autograph Note Signed: "Aug.…"

Sale Price $595.00

$700.00
MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 25085

She signs on the back of a form from Samuel Goldwyn Inc., Ltd. Autograph Note Signed: "To Don Levy/Sincerely,/Margaret Bourke-White", 8½x10¾ on the verso of a piece of paper from the Samuel Goldwyn Inc., Ltd. sound scene reports.

Sale Price $360.00

$400.00
JAMES BROOKS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED CIRCA 1974 - HFSID 177456

ANS: "James Brooks" on verso of picture postcard. Color, 6x4. In full: "Many thanks/for your kind/birthday/wishes". Addressed by Brooks to Mr. & Mrs Robert F. Allen, Jr., Lewiston, Maine. 8-cent Eisenhower stamp affixed, postmarked Riverhead, NY, October 27, 1974.

Sale Price $108.00

$120.00
GLORIA CALAMAR - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 02/23/1985 - HFSID 180963

Gloria Calamar writes note Autograph Note signed: "Gloria Calamar". 5¾x4¾. In full: "2/23/85 Don Glassinger, Enjoy!" Watercolorist Gloria Calamar (born 1921) produces The Traveling Artist, a series about a mature woman artist traveling alone, for ComTV.

Sale Price $90.00

$100.00
MARC CHAGALL - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 1923 - HFSID 14244

Artist Marc Chagall signed this b/w post card of himself "for long memory" in translated French to his wife Bella Rosenfeld from Paris in 1923. Autograph sentiment signed in translated French "To Bella/for long memory/Marc Chagall/Paris 1923". 1 page, 5¼x3½.

Sale Price $595.00

$700.00
ROBERT W. CHAMBERS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 02/04/1933 - HFSID 222127

Handwritten note below a magazine photo of Chambers reading a book, signed the year he died Autograph Note signed: "For Mrs. Ellis D. Robb/Robert W. Chambers/Feb. 4th1933", 4x6 card, Magazine photo affixed at left edge. Robert W.

Sale Price $252.00

$280.00
ROBERT W. CHAMBERS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 04/09/1931 - HFSID 200588

Handwritten note signed in New York City 2 years before his death, with an affixed picture of Chambers signing something Autograph Note signed: "To George Schrady Esq/with best wishes/Robert W. Chambers/N Y City April 9th 1931", 5x3. Magazine photo affixed at left edge. Robert W.

Sale Price $234.00

$260.00
HOWARD CHANDLER CHRISTY - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 01/01/1920 - HFSID 250791

(artist). ANS: "Howard Chandler Christy", 6½x9, 1936. "Loyalty To Parents-religious belief-To Country-friends To Ideals-work and stay on the track if you want to reach your destination". Lightly creased.

Sale Price $510.00

$600.00
BENJAMIN CONSTANT - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 04/12/1899 - HFSID 18435

ANS: "Benjamin-Constant", ¾p, 4½x7. Paris, 1899 April 12. In French, not translated. Sends his autograph to an unnamed woman. French painter and printmaker Jean Joseph Benjamin-Constant (1845-1902) was known for his landscapes, historical paintings and oriental themes.

Sale Price $216.00

$240.00
RALPH WOLFE COWAN - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 316873

The famed painter of monarchs and celebrities congratulates someone for having "the first RWC on your continent". Autograph Note signed: "Ralph Wolfe Cowan", 5¾x4.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
BRIAN CRANE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON ORIGINAL ART SIGNED - HFSID 323196

The "Pickles" cartoonist draws one of his characters, signs name in black ink Autograph note on original art signed: "To Carey Farrell/ May all your/ Pickles be sweet!/ Brian/ Crane" in black ink.

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
BRIAN CRANE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE ON ORIGINAL ART SIGNED - HFSID 323221

The cartoonist draws his character "Earl Pickle" for a fan. Autograph note on original art signed: "To Carey Farrell/all the best,/Brian/Crane" in black ink. Written next to original drawing of Crane's character Earl Pickles from his "Pickles" comic strip. Brian Crane (b.

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
ROBERT BRUCE CRANE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 03/06/1890 - HFSID 18421

ALS: "Bruce Crane", 1p, 5x6¼. Milford, Connecticut, 1890 March 6. To Mr. Skinner. In full: "No, I don't feel bad over it - but never thought that the 'Eulogism' would see print - Yours with best wishes".

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
GEORGE CRUIKSHANK - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 100127

Handwritten note by the English illustrator Autograph Note signed: "I remain/dear Madam/yours truly/Geo. Cruikshank", 2½x1¾. Affixed to a larger sheet.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
LEONARD CRUNELLE JR. - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 06/01/1936 - HFSID 140269

ANS: "Leonard Crunelle" in pencil, 4½x3 album leaf. No place, but probably Chicago, 1936 June 1. To unknown recipient. In full: "I appreciate your visit to the Studio." Signed just four months before Crunelle's mentor, sculptor Lorado Taft died on October 1, 1936.

Sale Price $72.00

$80.00
NICHOLAS DALLIS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 10/10/1968 - HFSID 17838

Inscribed signature on an album leaf which also bears a news photo of him Inscribed Signature: "Nick Dallis/Best wishes to a/fellow Detroiter!/Oct. 10, 1968", 6¾x9¼ album leaf.

Sale Price $81.00

$90.00
HOMER CALVIN DAVENPORT - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 200604

Short note, asking to see someone, written by cartoonist Homer Calvin Davenport Autograph noted signed "I talk with you?/Yours/Homer Davenport". Black ink notations below signature, lead pencil notations above signature and purple ink notations on verso, all in unknown hand.

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00