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Articles - September - 2026 Issue

Rare Volumes & Historic Manuscripts Featured in Leland Little’s September 11 Decorative Art Auction

- by Announcement, Rare Book Hub staff

On Friday, September 11, at 10:00 AM, Leland Little Auctions presents its upcoming Decorative Art Auction, featuring a distinguished offering of fine antiques, design, and works on paper.

 

Of particular interest to bibliophiles, collectors, and historians is a dedicated run of rare books and manuscripts featured in Lots 3116 through 3136. This curated sequence offers a cross-section of literary and historical history, ranging from early printed texts to fine leather bindings and unique hand-written manuscripts.

 

Whether you are looking to expand a specialized research collection or find a standout centerpiece volume, these 20 lots present a rare opportunity to acquire exceptional works with notable provenance.

 

Event Details:

Auction Date: Friday, September 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT   

Bidding Format: Online, Absentee, Phone, and In-Person

Explore the Catalog: Browse lots 3116–3136 and place advance bids on the Leland Little Decorative Art Auction catalog page.

Rare Book Monthly

  • Heritage, Nov. 18: Orson Welles. Signed Third Revised Final Draft for Citizen Kane (RKO, 1941). July 16, 1940.
    Heritage, Nov. 18: Bob Dylan. Autograph manuscript working lyrics to "Man on the Street."
    Heritage, Nov. 18: Ernest Hemingway. Death in the Afternoon. Inscribed by the author to the daughter of the Spanish Ambassador.
    Heritage, Nov. 18: Jack London. The Call of the Wild. Inscribed by the author.
    Heritage, Nov. 18: John Steinbeck. East of Eden. Inscribed by 27 members of the movie cast and crew, including James Dean and Elia Kazan.

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