John Raitt Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
JOHN RAITT
Biography
From the 1930s until the end of the century, JOHN RAITT made pencil drawings of famous persons, and then mailed the drawings to the subject with a request that they be autographed for him.
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JOHN RAITT - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298500Transmittal letter from Pearl Bailey, secretarially signed, declines to autograph an original pencil portrait by John Raitt, stating it does not look happy. Raitt has signed the artwork as "JRaitt". The letter conveys Bailey's sentiments humorously.Price: $160.00
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JOHN RAITT - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298499Original portrait of Joey Bishop, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. Includes a typed letter signed by John E. Raitt, requesting Bishop's autograph on the sketch, and an autograph letter signed by Joey Bishop, expressing appreciation.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 02/14/1936 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 295197Portrait of Freddie Bartholomew, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. Inscription reads, "With best wishes to/Mr. John Raitt from/Freddie Bartholomew/Feb. 14th 1936/Very nicely done!" Raitt signed in pencil; Bartholomew in ink.
Price: $320.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 10/17/1986 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298501Original portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Jesse L. Jackson with the inscription "John-/Peace & Freedom,/Jesse L Jackson/10/17/86". Jackson's signature indicates his activism, while Raitt's signature authenticates the artwork.
Price: $200.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 1942 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298454Portrait signed by John Raitt and Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, inscribed with "In appreciation to a real artist - John E. Raitt/With sincere good/wishes always/Bill Robinson/1942". Drawing also includes Raitt's signature. Original art from the 1940s.
Price: $300.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED 1987 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298478Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Eddy Arnold with the inscription "Eddy Arnold/1987". This original pencil drawing showcases Arnold, a prominent country artist, known for his extensive chart successes and induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298476Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Alan Jackson. It includes the inscription, "To/John/Yeehaw!/Alan Jackson", and is also signed "Raitt". Raitt collected autographs from subjects of his artwork in the 1930s.
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298404Portrait drawn by John Raitt, featuring an original depiction of Alice Faye, is signed by both. It includes the inscription "Happiness Always/to John Raitt/Alice Faye" and Raitt's signature "J Raitt".
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298405Portrait of Alice Faye, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. Inscribed with "To/John Raitt/My Best Wishes for/your Happiness/Always,/Alice Faye" and signed "J Raitt". Includes captions at the lower margin.
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298407Portrait of Alice Faye, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. It includes an inscription: "To/John Raitt/Best Wishes/Alice Faye" and is also signed "J. Raitt". This original art showcases Raitt's early passion for drawing portraits.
Price: $260.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298410Portrait of Alice Faye, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. It includes an inscription reading, "To/John Raitt/Best Wishes/Alice Faye", and is also signed by Raitt as "J Raitt".
Price: $260.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298312Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both John Raitt and Art Carney. It features an inscription from Carney reading, "To John Raitt/With all good wishes/and thank you/Art Carney." Raitt's signature appears as "Raitt."
Price: $240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298490Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Barbara Mandrell with the inscription, "To John/love/Barbara Mandrell". This original art piece showcases Mandrell's prominence in country music, highlighting her successful career and television hosting.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298379Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both John Raitt and Barbara Walters, includes an inscription stating, "To John/With my/warmest wishes,/Barbara/Walters" and Raitt's signature. Raitt created this original art while requesting autographs from notable figures.
Price: $240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298365Portrait drawn by John Raitt of Betty Furness, signed by both individuals. It includes the inscription "Best Wishes/To/John/Betty Furness" and is also signed "Raitt." Raitt created this artwork during his college years, requesting autographs from subjects.
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283766Drawing features Billy Goodman, depicted in a Boston Red Sox uniform, signed by both Goodman and artist John Raitt. It includes the inscription, "Good luck, John/Bill Goodman", and is also signed "Raitt".
Price: $220.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298320Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Bob Denver, includes an inscription from Denver reading, "Hi John!/It's a real good/likeness./Good Luck!/Bob Denver/'Maynard'/'Gilligan'/'Rufus'". Artwork also features Raitt's signature, "JRaitt".
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298315Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Bob Newhart. It includes the inscription, "To John/Thanks/Bob/Newhart", along with Raitt's signature. The art reflects Newhart's legacy as a standup comic and television star.
Sale Price $195.00
$240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298456Portrait of Buck Jones, drawn by John Raitt, is inscribed and signed by Buck Jones with the message "To/John Raitt/Best Wishes/Buck Jones" and also signed by Raitt as "J Raitt".
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298457Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Burt Reynolds. Inscription reads, "To My Friend John/Warm Wishes/always/Burt Reynolds". Artwork includes Raitt's signature. Raitt created portraits of various celebrities, seeking autographs in return.
Price: $300.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298362Portrait of Carol Burnett, drawn by John Raitt, signed by both artists. Raitt's pencil drawing includes the inscription, "For John/Love Carol Burnett", and is also signed "Raitt."
Price: $240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298473Portrait created by John Raitt, depicting Connie Smith, is inscribed and signed, reading "To John/Thanks so much!/Love You!/Connie Smith", along with Raitt's signature. This original pencil drawing showcases the collaboration between the artist and country singer.
Price: $220.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298345Pencil drawing of Cornelia Otis Skinner, signed by both Cornelia Otis Skinner with the inscription, "To John E. Raitt,/with every good wish,/Cornelia Otis Skinner" and artist J. Raitt.
Price: $240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298460Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Dan Duryea. Inscription reads, "Very good, John./My best to you/Dan Duryea". Raitt created this original art, reflecting his practice of sending portraits for autographs.
Price: $220.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298409Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Deanna Durbin. It is inscribed with "To John/With best wishes/Deanna Durbin" and signed "J Raitt". Raitt created this original art while in college, seeking autographs from his subjects.
Price: $260.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298381Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both John Raitt and Diahann Carroll. Inscribed with "For John-/My best wishes,/Diahann Carroll" and signed "Raitt". Raitt's practice involved sending artwork for autographs.
Sale Price $195.00
$240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298262Original portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Dick Clark. Inscribed with "To John/Best Wishes/Dick Clark". This original art showcases the collaboration between the artist and the famed television host.
Price: $240.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298450Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both John Raitt and Dick Powell, includes the inscription, "Best wishes to/John Raitt/Sincerely/Dick Powell". Raitt's signature appears as "Raitt", showcasing collaboration between the artist and the actor.
Price: $280.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298278Portrait drawn by John Raitt, signed by both Raitt and Ed Asner, includes the inscription, "John, With great appreciation/and Best Wishes/Ed Asner". The drawing showcases Raitt's artistic talent, while Asner is known for his role in The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
Price: $260.00
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JOHN RAITT - INSCRIBED ORIGINAL ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 298293Portrait of Erickson, drawn by John Raitt, is signed by both John Raitt and Eddie Albert. It includes an inscription from Albert stating, "For John Raitt/My thanks and/best wishes/Eddie Albert", alongside Raitt's signature.
Price: $280.00
