Farewell Leonard Nimoy

Star Trek Lithograph Hand-Signed by Original Crew of 7 including William Shatner + Leonard Nimoy

Farewell to actor, filmmaker, and photographer Leonard Nimoy (1931 - 2015), who passed away this morning at his home in Los Angeles. Nimoy was best known for his role as Spock in the original Star Trek series (1966–69) and the accompanying franchise. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this dramatic lithograph hand-signed in silver marker by William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy (1931-2015), DeForest Kelley (1920 - 1999), James Doohan (1920 - 2005), Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, and Walter Koenig. Autographed in 1996 by the entire crew to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original Star Trek series. 22 x 26 inches. Limited edition of 500. In Excellent condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Tex Avery

Tex Avery Northwest Hounded Police Original Animation Production Drawing

Today marks the birthday of animator Fred "Tex" Avery (1908-1980), best known for creating the characters of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Droopy (who co-stars in this film), and Screwy Squirrel. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original final animation drawing of the escaped convict Wolf  from the MGM cartoon Northwest Hounded Police (1946) directed by Tex Avery. This cartoon was ranked 28th on Jerry Beck's list of The 50 Greatest Cartoons and 27th on Cartoon Network's own list of Greatest 50 Cartoons. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party COA.

Happy Birthday Sean Astin

Goonies Cast Photo Signed by Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, and Jeff Cohen

Happy birthday to actor Sean Astin, best known as Samwise Gamgee in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Mikey Walsh in The Goonies (1985), and the title character of Rudy (1993). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photograph from the Richard Donner film The Goonies which has been hand-signed in person by stars Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, and Jeff Cohen. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Barry Bostwick

Rocky Horror Picture Show Photo Autographed by Barry Bostwick, Nell Campbell, Patricia Quinn

Happy birthday to Tony Award-winning actor Barry Bostwick, best known as Brad Majors in the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) and Mayor Randall Winston in the sitcom Spin City (1996-2002). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch Rocky Horror Picture Show photo that has been hand-signed in person by stars Bostwick, Nell Campbell (Columbia), and Patricia Quinn (Magenta). Crisp clear signatures on a mint photo. Provenance Hollywood Show cast reunion April 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Peter Fonda

Easy Rider Photo Autographed by Peter Fonda

Happy birthday to 1960s counterculture icon and actor Peter Fonda! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photograph from the road trip film Easy Rider (1969) which has been hand-signed in person by co-writer and star Peter Fonda. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Drew Barrymore

Find It in Everything: Photographs Book Autographed by Drew Barrymore

Happy birthday to actress Drew Barrymore, best known for her roles in such films as E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, Never Been Kissed, Charlie's Angels, 50 First Dates, He's Just Not That Into You, and Whip It. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this autographed First Edition hardcover of her photography book Find It in Everything. Provenance Barnes and Noble signing 11/2014. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Frank Brunner

Dr. Strange #1 CGC NM 9.2 Comic Book

Happy birthday to comic book artist Frank Brunner, best known for his work at Marvel Comics in the 1970s, especially his work on the supernatural hero Doctor Strange in Marvel Premiere #9-14 (July 1973-March 1974) and in Doctor Strange: Master of the Mystic Arts #1-2 and #4-5 (June-August 1974 and Oct.-Dec. 1974). A Dr. Strange film starring Benedict Cumberbatch is set to release in 2016.  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this NM 9.2 CGC-graded Doctor Strange #1, the first issue of the "Sorcerer Supreme" in his own comic book title.

Happy Birthday Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier and Richard Pryor on the set of Stir Crazy

Happy birthday to legendary actor Sidney Poitier, best known for his Academy Award-winning role in Lilies of the Field (1963), as well as three classics from 1967: To Sir, with Love, In the Heat of the Night, and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.  Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is an autographed leatherbound collector's edition of his memoir Life Beyond Measure. In it, Poitier shares his experience, wisdom, and hope through letters to his great-granddaughter. Mint unread edition from Easton Press. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson Limited Edition Print Autographed by Smokey Robinson and artist Shepard Fairey

Happy birthday to R&B musician and songwriter Smokey Robinson, frontman for Motown group the Miracles! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 24 x 18 inch portrait of Smokey by artist Shepard Fairey that has been hand signed by both Robinson and Fairey in a numbered limited edition of 450. Fairey is best known as the creator of the "Andre the Giant Has a Posse" (OBEY GIANT) public art campaign and his Barack Obama "HOPE" poster. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus artist's COA.

Happy Birthday John Travolta

Welcome Back, Kotter Barbarino Action Figure Hand-Signed by John Travolta

Happy birthday to actor John Travolta, who first became known in the 1970s, after appearing on the TV series Welcome Back, Kotter (1975-1979) and starring in Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease (1978). His more recent roles include Pulp Fiction (1994) and Get Shorty (1995). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original vintage 1976 Welcome Back, Kotter Barbarino action figure by Mattel that has been hand-signed on the package by Travolta. Mint figure in unopened Fair to Good condition packaging. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Presidents' Day

Full George Washington Signature Display with Swatch of his Coat and His Hair

Happy Presidents' Day! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this framed 14.75 x 15.25 inch display featuring an autograph of George Washington, a square piece of Washington’s coat and a lock of approximately six strands of Washington’s hair. The items are attractively framed with an engraved metal plaque and a 4.5 x 6.5 inch reproduction of a Gilbert Stuart portrait of Washington. Washington’s signature is featured on a partial document which was originally part of a large March 17 1769 indenture between George Washington and Robert Thompson. The location of this signature has been identified on a lifesize color reproduction of the 21 x 17 inch original document from which the fragment was excised, which is included in this lot.

The display also features a piece of George Washington’s cloak from the family of his personal secretary Colonel Tobias Lear, who was also one of Washington’s best friends. It was purchased in a lot of other material sold at auction in February 5, 2010. Complete provenance is included. The lock of six strands of George Washington’s hair comes from from the Custis-Powell family. Librarians at Mount Vernon and at Woodlawn Plantation (both in Virginia) have commented that it was commonplace for Martha Custis Washington to give her husband’s hair as a gift both during his life and after his death. Colonel Levin Powell (1738-1810) was an intimate friend of Washington and a Revolutionary War hero. A certification of authenticity from noted American dealer and collector Charles Hamilton is included.

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Happy Birthday Matt Groening

The Best Comics of the Decade 1980-1990 Vol 1 Limited Edition Book Signed by Matt Groening and Bill Griffith

Happy birthday to cartoonist Matt Groening, creator of the comic strip Life in Hell (1977–2012) and co-creator of the animated TV series The Simpsons (1989–present) and Futurama (1999–2003, 2008–2013). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is the limited edition book The Best Comics of the Decade 1980-1990 Vol 1 hand-signed by Matt Groening and Bill Griffith. Featuring comics selected by Fantagraphics and the editors of The Comics Journal including contributions by Matt Groening, Robert Crumb, Dave Sim, Peter Bagge, Bill Griffith, and others, this hardcover edition of 650 copies is hand-signed and numbered. In Near Mint condition with a Very Good dustjacket. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Valentine's Day

The Dot & the Line Book Signed by Norton Juster

Happy Valentine's Day! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this hardcover edition of The Dot and the Line: A Romance in Lower Mathematics hand-signed by author Norton Juster. Originally published in 1963 the book uses only black and red to tell the poignant yet humorous tale of a straight line in love with a red dot, and the line's attempts to woo her away from a slothful squiggle. Juster is also best known for his classic The Phantom Tollbooth. Brand new. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th One-Sheet Poster Autographed by 12 Jasons

Happy Friday the 13th! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this Friday the 13th 27 x 41 inch original double-sided one-sheet movie poster that has been personally hand-signed by twelve actors who portrayed the iconic maniacal killer Jason Vorhees - Derek Mears, Kane Hodder, C.J. Graham, Steve Dash, Ted White, Tom Morga, Ken Kerzinger, Ari Lehman, Caleb Guss, Johnny Hock, Doug Tait and the late Richard Brooker. Poster ships affixed with an authentication hologram and includes Certificates of Authenticity featuring photos of all actors signing the poster. Fine Condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Abraham Lincoln

Lincoln: The Screenplay Hand-Signed by Tony Kushner

Happy birthday to our 16th U.S. President, Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)! Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is the autographed screenplay to the epic historical drama film Lincoln (2012) starring Daniel Day-Lewis. A decade-long collaboration between three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg and Pulitzer Prize winner Tony Kushner, Lincoln is a revealing drama that focuses on the 16th President’s tumultuous final months in office. Containing eight pages of color photos from the film and inspired by Doris Kearns Goodwin’s critically acclaimed Team of Rivals, Lincoln is now a major motion picture. In hardcover, hand-signed by Tony Kushner. Brand new unread condition. Provenance Abraham Lincoln Book Shop signing 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Burt Reynolds

Smokey and the Bandit Photo Autographed by Burt Reynolds

Happy birthday to actor and filmmaker Burt Reynolds, best known for his roles in such films as  Deliverance (1972), Smokey and the Bandit (1977), The Longest Yard (1974), and Boogie Nights (1997). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch photo from Smokey and the Bandit which has been hand signed by star Burt Reynolds. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Chloë Grace Moretz

Let Me In Poster Hand-Signed By Chloë Grace Moretz

Happy birthday to actress Chloë Grace Moretz, best known for her roles in the films Kick-Ass (2010), Let Me In (2010), Hugo (2011), Dark Shadows (2012), and Carrie (2013). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this striking color glossy 16 x 24 inch poster from the romantic vampire horror film Let Me In which has been personally autographed by star Chloë Grace Moretz. Comes affixed with a serial-numbered hologram and includes Certificate of Authenticity featuring photo of Moretz autographing the poster. Mint condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Frank Frazetta

Fighting Figures Original Art Signed by Frank Frazetta

Today marks the birthday of fantasy and science fiction artist Frank Frazetta (1928 - 2010), best known for his work for comics, book covers, paintings, movie posters, and LP record album covers. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this drawing by Frazetta on a sheet of sketch paper and matted to 8 x 7 inches - a bold example of Frazetta's pure line unleashed.  The agony of defeat flows from this tense image by Frank Frazetta. Frazetta's uncanny ability to express motion and emotion in a few simple lines was never better represented than in this stimulating 4 x 3 inch image. In excellent condition. Signed by Frank Frazetta. Provenance Heritage Auctions. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday James Dean

1948 High School Yearbook Signed by James Dean

Happy birthday to actor James Dean (1931 - 1955), who starred in only three films before his premature death: Rebel Without A Cause, East of Eden, and Giant. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this wonderful piece of history from James Dean's high school!  His yearbook titled "Black And Gold 1948" contains 64 slick pages published by the Journalism Department of Fairmount High School Fairmount, Indiana. Next to last page is titled "Autographs" with numerous signatures, including Jim "Rack" Dean. Dean earned the nickname "Rack" for helping his uncle rack up the balls at the local pool hall. James Dean appears in several photos, including individual photos and as a member of the basketball team ("made a fine showing on the second team last year and as guard this year on the first"). Most telling, however, is his appearance (in glasses!) in a group photo showing the members of the class play, Our Hearts Were Young and Gay, in which Dean played the role of Otis Skinner. Cover has some dust soil and light wear around edges and has pulled totally loose from insides. Overall cover VG, contents Exc. with nice signature. Limited printing due to the small size of this school. 8 x 10.75 inches softcover with gold foil covers. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La plus third party Letter of Authenticity from JSA.

Happy Birthday Mamie Van Doren

Mamie Van Doren Signed Photo

Happy 84th birthday to 1950s sex symbol Mamie Van Doren, who starred as the "bad girl" in some of Hollywood's most enduring teenage cult films like High School Confidential (1958). Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 8 x 10 inch color photo which has been hand-signed by Van Doren. Crisp clear signature on a mint glossy color photograph. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday William S. Burroughs

William S. Burroughs Autographed Postcard with Handwritten Junky Quote

Today marks the birthday of William S. Burroughs (1914-1997), primary figure of the Beat Generation and a major postmodernist author. Burroughs is best known for his novels Junky, Naked Lunch, and the cut-up works in his Nova Trilogy. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this interesting 4 x 6 postcard photo of Burroughs walking in New York, signed in black ballpoint at the bottom by the author, with an AQS on the reverse, “‘Junk is a way of life’ (or can become so when made difficult and experience of occurs.” In fine condition. Includes RRAuction COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday George A. Romero

Night of the Living Dead Poster Autographed by Kyra Schon, Judith O'Dea, Judith Ridley

Happy birthday to filmmaker George Romero, best known for his zombie movies. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this 11 x 17 inch poster from Night of the Living Dead (1968) which has been autographed in-person by stars Kyra Schon, Judith O'Dea, and Judith Ridley. Crisp clear signatures on a mint glossy poster. Provenance Monsterpalooza 2013. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Norman Rockwell

Family Tree Print Hand-Signed by Norman Rockwell

Today marks the birthday of painter and illustrator Norman Rockwell (1894 - 1978), best known for his cover illustrations of everyday life scenarios for The Saturday Evening Post magazine. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this color 18.75 x 25 inch print entitled "Family Tree," hand-signed in black ink by Rockwell. Painted for the cover of Saturday Evening Post, October 24, 1959. In very good condition. Includes RR Auction COA. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Takashi Murakami

Inochi Limited Edition Print Autographed by Takashi Murakami 

Happy birthday to Takashi Murakami, the contemporary Japanese artist who blurs the boundaries between high and low art. His work is highly influenced by anime and manga. This 20 x 28 inch limited edition print commemorates his Inochi exhibition at the Kaikai Kiki gallery in Tokyo, Japan. It is hand-signed and numbered in an edition of 500 by Takashi Murakami. Fine condition in original poster tube. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Happy Birthday Brandon Lee

The Crow Vintage Movie Poster Hand-Signed By James O'Barr 

Today marks the birthday of actor and martial artist Brandon Lee (1965 - 1993), best known as the son of Bruce Lee and star of the fantasy action film The Crow (1994) based on James O'Barr's comic book. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this original vintage 24 x 36 inch poster from the film that has been personally autographed by O'Barr. Lee was accidentally killed on the set during filming by a defective blank. A reboot of the film is set to start production in Spring 2015. Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.