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Karl Friedrich August Gützlaff (8 July 1803 – 9 August 1851), anglicised as Charles Gutzlaff, was a German Lutheran missionary to the Far East, notable as one of the first Protestant missionaries in Bangkok, Thailand (1828) and in Korea (1832). He was also the first Lutheran missionary to China. He was a magistrate in Ningpo and Chusan and the second Chinese Secretary of the British administration in Hong Kong.
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Karl Gutzlaff Autograph Letter Signed. Sold for over $1,000.
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Gutenberg Bible Leaf 193 Chronicles of Old Testament
Scarce leaf from the Gutenberg Bible, one of the earliest major books printed from moveable metal type, the invention that ushered in the Age of Enlightenment by democratizing knowledge through mass production of literature. Printed by Johannes Gutenberg in Mainz, Germany from 1450-1455, less than 50 complete or near-complete copies of the Gutenberg Bible are now extant, with nearly all those housed in public institutions. Singular leaves are also scarce, with the leaf presented here having been acquired by bookseller Gabriel Wells, whose purchase of an incomplete Bible in 1920 gave way to selling the individual leaves alongside an essay by A. Edward Newton entitled “A Noble Fragment”. Leaf is number 193 of the full Latin Bible, with the recto being the Prologue to 1 Chronicles of the Old Testament, and the verso the first part of Chapter 1 of 1 Chronicles. Each page features two columns of 42 lines in dark black Gothic type, accented by red and blue rubrication. Each copy of the Gutenberg Bible differs in its rubrication and illumination, with buyers at the time deciding upon these embellishments after the Bible was printed. The six-line rubricated letters of this leaf were likely added later, restored to match the original style. Leaf measures 11.125″ x 15.375″, bound on edge to portfolio measuring 11.75″ x 16″. Paper quality is still bright with very little foxing or discoloration compared to other examples. A stunning example from the book that changed the course of history. Sold for $136,500.
Sun Yat-sen Signed First Edition of His Book ”The International Development of China”
Scarce signed copy of Sun Yat-sen’s book, ”The International Development of China”, boldly inscribed in fountain pen by the Chinese leader on the front free endpaper, ”Mr. H.S. Quigley / Sun Yat-sen”. New York and London: G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1922 first English edition. Book is inscribed to Harold Scott Quigley, a scholar of Chinese studies who acquired the autograph in Shanghai in 1923, possibly during the Sun-Joffe Agreement, which was held in Shanghai in January 1923. In original publisher’s binding, book contains all maps, including the folding map housed in the rear pastedown pocket. Book measures 5.675” x 8.25” and runs 265pp. Text block has pulled away from backstrip at page 49. Portrait and biography of Sun, taken from jacket, have been affixed to front pastedown and free endpaper, underneath signature. Some pencil erasure at bottom of signature page. Chip to top of backstrip, and paper clip to rear endpaper. Overall in very good condition. An important book authored by Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of China, and scarce as signed by him. Sold for $17,690.
Sun Yat-sen Autograph on His Cabinet Photograph
Extremely rare cabinet photograph signed by Chinese revolutionary and political leader, Sun Yat-sen. A formal, half-length portrait of the founder of modern China, signed in blue ink on the lower portion of the image. Black and white image measures 3.75″ x 5.5″, mounted to larger board embossed “Wo Shing, 425 Nanking Road, Shanghai.” Signed photographs of Sun Yat-sen are exceedingly rare. In very fine condition. A stunning piece. Sold for $8,652.
Signed Letter Re: Joseph Smith One Week Before Murder
Autograph letter signed regarding Joseph Smith by Reverend J.T. Tucker of Hannibal, Missouri. Composed on 20 June 1844, just one week before Smith’s murder, to Reverend M. Badger of the American Home Missionary Society in New York. In part, “…the world, the flesh & the devil are driving on their projects of sin and ruin. One grand device of Satan is just now being exploded in our neighborhood with a terrible noise and stench. The Mormon camp is in dire confusion, a party having sprung up in its midst who are preaching a reformation from the abominations of Smith, whom they brand a ‘fallen Prophet,’ fallen from his high estate, and now, as they say, ‘an incarnate fiend’. They have stripped the prophets cloak off most unceremoniously and the pollutions concealed beneath are too vile for repetition. Mob violence among themselves has followed this Exposure. And the prospect is that the scenes of Missouri will be repeated in the expulsion of this miserable sect from their present location…” Tucker refers to the publication by dissident Mormon elders of the Nauvoo Expositor, revealing Smith’s practice of polygamy, which was still an open secret. It also told of his questionable financial dealings, inquisitorial autocracy, and manipulation of the courts. Letter shows several ink spots, as some of the text (none of it regarding Smith) was used for the Missionary Society’s publications. Minor splits repaired with transparent paper. Overall, very good. Sold for $2,363.
Mormon Autograph Letter Signed Regarding the 1845 Mob War With the Mormons of Nauvoo, Illinois — “…yesterday the Mormons shot a respectable Anti-Mormon by name of Worrell. Some 50 houses have been burnt near the line of this county” — Very Scarce
Mormon autograph letter signed by F.C. Moore of Quincy, Illinois reporting a mob war with the Mormons in Nauvoo, Illinois. Dated 17 September 1845, Moore writes to John Pierce in New York. In part: “…We shall probably have a very serious war with the Mormons in Hancock County, which has commenced by burning the Mormon dwellings, and yesterday the Mormons shot a respectable Anti-Mormon by name of [Franklin] Worrell. Some 50 houses have been burnt near the line of this county…The fact is, the Mormons out vote the old citizens & have the contract of all the offices, and justice cannot be obtained in that county. The Eastern papers have no idea of the state of annarchy in that county. It is said that [Mormon supporter Jacob] Backenstos the Sheriff of Hancock shot Mr. Worrell…A number of Mormon families have fled to this city for safety, and so sure as they congregate here, we shall have fighting. The Mormons sent an express to Gov. [Thomas] Ford, calling on him for aid. It is said his reply was, ‘THEY MAY GO TO HELL.,’ pretty language for a Governor! Between Loco Foco’s rulers & Mormon neighbours we are in a poor situation…” Jacob Worrell had been captain of the Carthage militia who had guarded Joseph Smith’s cell and permitted the mob to storm it. He was most likely killed by one of the most feared Mormon enforcers, Orrin Porter Rockwell. The locofocos were a group of radical Democrats prominent in the 1830’s; by 1845 the name was used perjoratively when referring to Democrats in general. It would not be long before the Latter-day Saints in Nauvoo were compelled to move yet again from what had seemed to be their promised land. Fine condition. Sold for $2,363.
Brigham Young Signed Letter 1880
Brigham Young signed letter, 15 March 1860, 5″ x 5.5″, and transcribed by his secretary. Brigham Young succeeded the Prophet Joseph Smith as head of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Mormon) in 1844. Young writes a response to a request, signed letter reads: “Sir: Agreeable to your request, Feb. 13, I subscribe myself, Respectfully, Brigham Young (signed).” Clean and untorn, the manuscript holds a fine signature. Imprinted symbol at the top left corner, evidence of mounting on back. Excellent Brigham Young signed letter. Sold for $2,350.
Brigham Young Signed CDV — With a COA From PSA/DNA
Brigham Young autographed CDV photograph. Young served as President of the Mormon Church from 1847-77, and also as Governor of the Utah Territory. Signed ”Brigham Young”, CDV was taken by Savage & Ottinger, portrait artists based out of Salt Lake City, Utah. Photograph measures 2.5” x 4”, matted to 10.25” x 11.5”. Toning and light foxing, signature remains bold. Very good to near fine. With a COA from PSA/DNA. Sold for $2,063.
Mormon Autograph Letter Signed Nauvoo 1842
Autograph letter signed by a Presbyterian missionary regarding Nauvoo and Mormonism. Composed to Reverend Milton Badger, Secretary of the American Home Missionary Society in New York. Letter, by J.A. Clark, Fort Madison, Iowa Territory, 6 December 1842, complains of the difficulty creating a lasting community on the frontier, but boasts that Clark’s church has doubled in size. However, he must make a very important point, “…I know of none in the territory more so & that presents more flattering prospects for ministerial success. The beast has already looked upon it with a covetous eye & Lieutenant Genral prophet Joe arrogantly claims it as his…” He explains that the spot is below the rapids, where steamboats can visit longer into the cold season than points further north (presumably including Nauvoo). Letter measures 7.5″ x 12.5″ and runs 4pp. Minor wear and separation at folds and overall light toning. Tape repair to margin of third page. A fascinating lot in overall very good condition. Sold for $1,969.
1842 Letter re Nauvoo & Mormons w Great Content
Autograph letter signed by a Presbyterian missionary regarding Nauvoo and Mormonism. Composed to Reverend Milton Badger, Secretary of the American Home Missionary Society in New York, by John C. Holbrook. Datelined Dubuque, Iowa Territory, 5 April 1842, Holbrook complains of the destructive influence of Mormonism. “…Every minister knows that whenever God’s people are revived, & put forth special efforts for the salvation of sinners, then the Devil stirs up his instruments to promote a revival of his work. Sometimes he uses Universalists; sometimes Infidels, & sometimes the Mormons…A Mormon had been interrupting the missionary’s prayer meetings, addressing the congregation to enlighten them in the mysteries of that system, & with the revelations said to have been vouchsafed to Joe Smith, the prophet of the latter day Saints. The man had come to the mission for enlightenment, but it seems that Holbrook’s doctrines could not attract him, for he would announce at the close of meetings that there will be preaching…by one of the Elders of Israel, commonly called Mormons. Holbrook especially despises the doctrine, signs shall follow them that believe, &c., they shall speak with new tongues – shall lay hands on the sick & they shall recover & that these are the evidences of real faith. They profess to perform these miracles.” He goes on to complain in less indignant terms about competition from Catholics. Letter measures 7.5″ x 12.5″. Bottom fourth cleanly detached, with partial splits at other folds. A fascinating letter in fragile, though good condition. Sold for $1,575.
Folded Letter Mormon Quincy Illinois To Ohio 1843
Autograph letter signed by an early settler and store owner from Quincy, Illinois named J.B. Mathews. Dated 16 August 1843 and addressed to Col. John Mills of Marietta, Ohio, Mathews gives his very strong opinions about the Mormons moving into town: “…I am trying hard to wind up my business in Hancock and to sell my property there for I am determined to leave that county if I have to go a begging somewhere else — the control of the affairs of that county has passed from the hands of the old city into those of a set of imposters & fanatics called Mormons and nothing but imposition & violence can be expected from them until either they drive the old citizens out or they drive them as the people of Missouri did — in the meantime nothing but jealousy & violence can be hoped for — indeed I will not be surprised any moment to hear of fighting & bloodshed — they are a vile set and if it should come to that fate, their extermination must be the result. Respectfully yours, J.B. Mathews”. With the tensions of that time period and the death of Mormon founder Joseph Smith less than a year later in 1844, the writer of this letter, though clearly expressing his biases against the Mormons, was remarkably prescient with what laid ahead for them in the short term. Folded letter on three pages measures 7.75″ x 13″. Small portion separated along one fold and several very small holes, otherwise very good condition. Sold for $1,181.
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1891 Mormon Temple Photo
1891 photograph picturing the Mormon Temple of Salt Lake City, Utah. Sides of photo marked “Rocky Mountain Scenery” and “W. H. Lawrence & Co., Publishers, Denver, Colo.” Photo, measuring approximately 8″ x 5″, marked with the initials “A.M.C.” Part of a large collection of nearly 200 images taken in 1891 by a family traveling from Canada on a worldwide tour. Dry glue residue on verso, overall toning. Very good condition. Sold for $1,020.
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