Remembering Charles M. Schulz - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Peanuts Limited Edition Print Signed by Charles M. Schulz

Today marks the birthday of Charles M. Schulz (1922-2000), my favorite comic strip artist and the creator of the world of Peanuts, including Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, and the rest of the gang. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this full-color Peanuts limited edition lithograph on Italian Watercolor paper depicting Charlie Brown and a joyful Snoopy. It is titled "A Friend Is Someone Who Takes Off The Leash" and has been hand-signed by Schulz in a numbered edition of 500. Published in 1993. Mint 18 x 18 inch print in fine 27 x 27 inch frame. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Forrest J. Ackerman - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Forrest J. Ackerman and friends at the Ackermansion (1969)

Endorsed Check Signed by Forrest J. Ackerman and Marion Zimmer Bradley

Today marks the birthday of Forrest J. Ackerman (1916 - 2008), the sci-fi collector, publisher of Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine, and literary agent. Uncle Forry shared his sci-fi and horror  collections with other fans for decades at his Ackermansion, and he is truly missed. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 1956 check to fantasy novelist Marion Zimmer Bradley (1930 - 1999), a client of Ackerman. She is best known for her fantasy novels such as The Mists of Avalon and the Darkover series. Signed by both. Provenance Jerry Weist Collection. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Boris Karloff - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Boris Karloff Hand-Signed Photo

Today marks the birthday of Hollywood screen legend Boris Karloff (1887 - 1969). He is best remembered for his roles in the Universal Pictures horror films (Frankenstein, Bride of Frankenstein, The Mummy) and as the narrator of the TV special Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 5 x 7 inch matte-finish photograph hand-signed by Karloff. In Very Good condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Dr. John - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Drumhead Autographed by 31 Rhythm & Blues Legends including Dr. John, Buddy Guy, Percy Sledge, + Isaac Hayes

Happy birthday to Grammy-winning musician Mac Rebennack aka Dr. John, the New Orleans-based musician who combines blues, jazz, zydeco, boogie woogie and rock and roll. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this one-of-a-kind drumhead signed by thirty-one of the greatest blues and R&B artists of all time (several are no longer with us). Included: Buddy Guy, Robert Lockwood Jr. (1915 - 2006), Bobby Rush, Ruth Brown (1928 - 2006), Carey Bell (1936 - 2007), Bobby Parker, Booker T. Jones, Odetta Gordon (1930 - 2008), Mavis Staples, Dr. John, Walter 'Wolfman' Washington, Guitar Shorty, Lonnie Brooks, Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith, Bob Margolin, Percy Sledge, Isaac Hayes (1942 - 2008), Latimore, Louisiana Red (signed with initials), John Primer, Jimmy T99 Nelson (1928 - 2007), Big Jesse Yawn, Eddie Kirkland, Leon Redbone, Sonny Landreth, Steve Cropper, Donald Duck Dunn, Lurrie Bell, John Mooney, Rev Billy C. Wertz, Chubby Carrier. In fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Bo Derek - Collector's Treasure of the Day

"10" Photo Autographed by Bo Derek

Happy birthday to actress Bo Derek, best known for her role in the 1979 Blake Edwards film "10". Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color glossy photograph from "10" that has been hand-signed in person by Bo Derek. Very Fine Condition. Provenance Hollywood Show October 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Brandt Peters - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Brandt Peters Self-Portrait (personal collection) / Slappy Print Signed by Brandt Peters

Happy birthday to contemporary "lowbrow" artist Brandt Peters! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed heavy-stock print of his character "Slappy". Creating paintings often frequented by side-show icons, deviant Animalia, and masked cartoon alter egos, Peters often collaborates with his spouse, artist Kathie Olivas. He is also co-founder of Stranger Factory and Circus Posterus. 5.5 x 8.5 inches. Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Remembering Lee Strasberg - Collector's Treasure of the Day

The Lee Strasberg Notes Signed by Anna Strasberg /  Marilyn Monroe with Strasberg

Today marks the birthday of Lee Strasberg (1901-1982), the father of method acting in America. He trained the such Hollywood luminaries as Anne Bancroft, Dustin Hoffman, Montgomery Clift, James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, Julie Harris, Paul Newman, Ellen Burstyn, Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and director Elia Kazan. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is a First Edition copy of The Lee Strasberg Notes hand-signed by his wife Anna Strasberg. It is a stunning document in the history and practice of Strasberg's Method, and is based on unpublished transcripts of Strasberg's own classes on acting, directing, and Shakespeare. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ed Asner - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Lou Grant Photo Hand-Signed by Ed Asner

Happy birthday to actor Ed Asner, best known as Lou Grant from the Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970-1977) and the spinoff series Lou Grant (1977-1982). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is  this 8 x 10 inch autographed color photo of Asner as Grant. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Whoopi Goldberg - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Star Trek: The Next Generation Photo Hand-Signed by Whoopi Goldberg

Happy birthday to actress Whoopi Goldberg well known for her role in The Color Purple (1985) and her Academy Award-winning role in Ghost (1990). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph autographed by Goldberg as Guinan from the TV series Star Trek: The Next Generation. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Neil Young - Collector's Treasure of the Day

So Far Vintage Album Signed by David Crosby, Stephen Stills, Graham Nash, Neil Young

Happy 68th birthday to rock and roll musician and songwriter Neil Young, member of Buffalo Springfield and CSNY. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this vintage compilation album by Crosby Stills Nash and Young that has been hand signed in-person by all four superstars. David Crosby, Stephen Stills and Graham Nash all signed while at a rehearsal for the 2010 MusiCares Person Of The Year to honor their buddy Neil Young who signed backstage while at the event. It's extremely difficult to find items signed by all four of these rock stars. Good condition LP record in sleeve. Certificate of Authenticity from the Grammy Foundation - you can't get any better than that for provenance! Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Veterans Day - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Jack Kirby Captain America 50th Birthday Limited Edition Print Signed by Joe Simon

In honor of those Americans who have served in our military, Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Captain America limited edition print featuring Jack Kirby (1917-2004) pencil art and hand-signed by co-creator Joe Simon (1913-2011). The Kirby/Simon team first introduced the patriotic character in Captain America Comics #1 (1941) in the middle of WWII. Numbered edition of 70. Produced on 12x15 inch heavy acid free stock. Mint condition in shrink-wrap with original COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Remembering Brittany Murphy - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Sin City Photo Autographed by Brittany Murphy

Today marks the birthday of actress Brittany Murphy (1977 - 2009), best known for her roles in the films Clueless, Sin City, and 8 Mile, as well as the animated series King of the Hill. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch image from the 2005 Frank Miller / Robert Rodriguez film Sin City that has been hand-signed by the late star. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy black and white photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

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Remembering Dana Plato and Gary Coleman - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Diff'rent Strokes Photo Autographed by Dana Plato, Todd Bridges, Gary Coleman

Today marks the birthday of actress Dana Plato (1964-1999) best known for her role as Kimberly Drummond on the television sitcom Diff'rent Strokes which aired from 1978 to 1985. Like her co-stars Todd Bridges and Gary Coleman (1968-2010), Plato's personal and professional life was troubled after the series, with both Plato and Coleman dying much too young. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from Diff'rent Strokes that has been hand signed by all three. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Tatum O'Neal - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Paper Moon Photo Autographed by Tatum O'Neal

Happy birthday to actress Tatum O'Neal, best known for her roles in the films Paper Moon (1973), The Bad News Bears (1976), and Little Darlings (1976). She is the youngest person ever to win a competitive Academy Award (at age 10, for her performance in Paper Moon). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Paper Moon hand-signed in person by O'Neal. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show, Burbank. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Ralph Macchio - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Karate Kid Photo Signed by Ralph Macchio

Happy birthday to actor Ralph Macchio, best known as Daniel in the Karate Kid film series and as Johnny in The Outsiders (1983). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from Karate Kid (1984) that has been hand-signed by star Macchio. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Provenance Hollywood Show, Burbank, CA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Collector's Calendar for November 2013

Collector's Shangri-La provides a monthly calendar of selected celebrity autograph signings, collector's conventions, and other events.

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UPCOMING CONVENTIONS

 

UPCOMING INDIVIDUAL SIGNINGS

11/3//2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Galleria. Edina, MN.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
11/14//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - West Northwest Highway. Dallas, TX.
Garrison Keillor, author and host of "Prairie Home Companion", signing his book of poetry O, What A Luxury

11/4//2013 11:00 AM at Barnes & Noble - East 86th Street. New York, NY.
Julianne Moore, star of "Boogie Nights" and "The Big Lebowski", signing her children's book My Mom Is A Foreigner, But Not To Me

11/4//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Union Square. New York, NY.
Guillermo del Toro, director of "Pan's Labyrinth" and "Hellboy", signing his book Cabinet of Curiosities

11/4//2013 6:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
11/5//2013 12:30 PM at Barnes & Noble - Fifth Avenue. New York, NY.
11/7//2013 6:00 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
11/9//2013 2:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Peachtree Road. Atlanta, GA.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Main Street. Exton, PA.
Dr. J - Julius Erving, ground-breaking basketball player, signing his book Dr. J: The Autobiography

11/6//2013 7:00 PM at Book Soup - Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA.
Melissa Joan Hart, star of "Clarissa Explains It All" and "Sabrina, The Teenage Witch", signing her book Melissa Explains It All

11/6//2013 7:00 PM at Politics & Prose - Connecticut Avenue NW. Washington DC.
M. Night Shyamalan, director of "The Sixth Sense" and "Signs", signing his book I Got Schooled

11/7//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Corey Feldman, star of "The Goonies" and "Stand By Me", signing his memoir Coreyography

11/9//2013 3:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Tori Spelling, star of "Beverly Hills 90210", signing her book Spelling It Like It Is

11/12//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – East 86th Street. New York, NY.
Al Jaffee, MAD Magazine cartoonist, signing the book Inside MAD

11/16//2013 1:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – South Colorado Blvd. Glendale, CO.
Buzz Aldrin, second astronaut to walk on the Moon, signing his book Mission To Mars

11/8//2013 7:00 PM at Vroman's Bookstore - East Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA.
11/13//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Tim Conway, comedian and star of "The Carol Burnett Show", signing his book What's So Funny?

11/10//2013 4:00 PM at Powell's Books - West Burnside. Portland, OR.
Graham Nash, rock and roll musician, signing his memoir Wild Tales

11/10//2013 2:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.
11/11//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Warren Street. New York, NY.
Jessica Lange, Oscar winning star of "Tootsie" and "Blue Sky", signing her children's book It's About a Little Bird

11/11//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, frontman of The Roots, signing the book Soul Train

11/12//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Warren Street. New York, NY.
11/13//2013 6:00 PM at Bookends – East Ridgewood Avenue. Ridgewood, NJ.
Ricky Martin, pop muscian, signing his children's book Santiago the Dreamer In Land Among the Stars

11/13//2013 12:30 PM at Barnes & Noble – Union Square. New York, NY.
11/25//2013 7:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Mike Tyson, former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, signing his book Undisputed Truth

11/17//2013 Noon at Barnes & Noble – Blanche Moore Drive. Corpus Christi, TX.
11/24//2013 Noon at Barnes & Noble – Mallory Lane. Brentwood, TN.
Rob Zombie, musician and horror film director, signing his film The Lords of Salem

11/19//2013 7:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
Peter Max, visual artist, signing his book The Universe of Peter Max

11/19//2013 7:30 PM at Symphony Space - Braodway & 95th. New York, NY.
11/21//2013 Noon at the Philadekphia Free Library - Vine Street. Philadelphia, PA.
11/25//2013 7:30 at the Nourse Theater - Hayes Street. San Francisco, CA.
Anjelica Huston, Oscar winning star of "Prizzi's Honor", will be signing her memoir A Story Lately Told

11/19//2013 6:30 PM at Books & Greetings – Livingston Street. Northvale, NJ.
11/20//2013 7:00 PM at Book Revue – New York Avenue. Huntington, NY.
11/25//2013 6:00 PM at Barnes & Noble - Third Street Promenade. Santa Monica, CA.
Kenny Loggins, rock and roll musician, signing the book and CD Frosty the Snowman

11/20//2013 6:30 PM at Barnes & Noble - Grove Drive. Los Angeles, CA.
Will Ferrell (as Ron Burgandy), star of "Anchorman", signing his book Let Me Off at the Top! My Classy Life

11/23//2013 6:00 PM at Symphony Space - Braodway & 95th. New York, NY.
J.J. Abrams, creator of "Lost", signing his novel S

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