RR Auction: Fine Autographs and Artifacts

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Scientists and Inventors

Spectacular Harris & Ewing portrait of Alexander Graham Bell, presented to his niece—the subject of one of the 20th century’s sensational murder trials 137. Alexander Graham Bell Signed Photograph.

Vintage matte-finish 9.75 x 13.75 portrait of the inventor in profile by Harris & Ewing, boldly signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Roland Granville Fortescue, with much love from her uncle, Alexander Graham Bell.” In very fine condition. An immaculate, neatly signed photo of the great inventor boasting an ideal familial association. Starting Bid $500

138. Alexander Graham Bell Signature. Ink signature, “Alexander

Graham Bell, 6. 1847 Mar. 3.,” on an off-white 4.75 x .5 slip. Double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 10.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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