August Gallery Auction
Fri, Aug 15, 2025 01:00PM EDT
Lot 3053
Four Binders of Signed Opera Performer Photos
Estimate: $500 - $800
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $1 |
| $5 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Four Binders of Signed Opera Performer Photos, each with many pages (a few of the pages are blank), featuring photographs of notable singers 1900 - 1970. Performer photos with signatures include Chaliapin and Nellie Melba, among the oldest, and Beverly Sills among the newer. Some, additionally, inscribed to Kenneth Ruta. Binders circa 1985. Photos 1900-1975. {Approximate dimensions of the binders: 3" H. x 11 5/8" W. x 11 1/2" D.}.
Condition
The binders themselves with minor wear, and tired edges. The photos are stuck between the paper and plastic sleeves, mostly are in good condition. Please feel free to ask for further photographs.
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