Elvis, Memphis and other local artists
Previous Page Listing ID#: 1593949

Auction Location

Memphis, TN 38116
Auction Dates and TimesSALE IS COMPLETED
Bidding Starts: Tuesday Feb 13
Bidding Ends: Tuesday Feb 27
Auction Type
 Online Auction  VIEW ONLINE CATALOG
Company Information
Morris Realty & Auction

Website: www.morrisrealtyauction.com

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Listing Terms and Conditions
Who May Attend This Auction This is a PUBLIC ONLINE AUCTION and everyone is invited to register, bid and buy at this auction. There is no cost to register and bid. All bidders are required to enter a valid credit card to register. We do NOT automatically charge your credit card so please be prepared to pay for your items when you pick them up. Online Auction: This is an ONLINE ONLY auction. No bidding will be done on site. Buyer's Premium: A buyer's premium of fifteen percent (15%) will be added to the high bid to determine the total price to be paid. Bidder Registration: In order for us to have enough time to conduct authorizations, it is encouraged that your register and bid early. Waiting till the last minute to register and or become comfortable with the system could negatively affect your bidding. We encourage you to register at least 24 hours in advance of the auction. 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No Warranties: All auction properties are sold in �as is, where is� condition. Seller makes no warranty as to the condition or the specific usefulness of any item sold. There are no refunds or exchanges. Inspection: All items must be inspected must be made prior to the auction date. Inspection Dates are published on our website. Please do not bid on any property until you have thoroughly inspected the property. Invoices: Winning bidders are notified by email when all items in the auction have closed. Bidders are responsible for checking their email to receive notification that they have won a lot(s). You may need to check your Junk folder on your email since you are receiving an email with an attachment. Payments: Payments must be made when you pick up your items and all payment must be in the form of cash, cashier�s check, company check or credit card. All items must be paid for in full immediately following the auction. 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Listing Information
A Memphis staple in photography and vidiography is going out of buisness! After 75yrs, API and API Cine' has closed its doors. They have photographed/filmed celebrities from Elvis Presley to Tom Cruise and many in-between! This auction contains many items that will thrill any Elvis Presley fan, complete series of John Grisham, including a signed copy, some of William Speer's lifetime collection, pictures of Memphis through time and some vintage and one of a kind pieces. Some things to look for: -2 of the 12 most famous pictures of Elvis that were taken and signed by William Speer, from the photographers personal collection. -Hungerford Furniture of Memphis bedroom suit. Hungerford selected Elvis for the promotion of this suit, but soon pulled it. Only one known suit was sold, to the Carriers', which is in this auction. The dresser is a 6 drawer instead of the 4 drawer that is in the promotion with Elvis. -Some of William Speer's lifetime personal collection. William Speer also photographed many other celebrities after becoming famous for the Elvis collection. After his death, many of Speer's photographs, proofs and negatives were given to the owners of API, The Carriers'. -Original signed photographs taken by William Carrier, owner of API. Previews- Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26, 2024 from 3pm-6pm Auction is ONLINE ONLY- Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Lots begin closing at 7:00 pm sharp! Load-Out Days- Wednesday, February 28, 2024 from 9am-4pm Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 2pm-6pm

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read ALL terms and conditions! NO personal checks accepted! Cash and Credit are preferred. NO up-charge for credit card payments. 15% buyer's premium will be added to all invoices. If items are not picked up by 4pm on the second day of load-out, c...

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Shipping
We DO NOT ship items ourselves. However, if you need items shipped, I will take the items to UPS in Collierville, TN and they will ship to you. All items except the furniture and backdrop can be transported to UPS for shipping. Shipping charges are N...

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Preview
Saturday, February 24 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26 from 3pm-6pm It is important to attend preview to view all items. We picture and describe items to the best of our ability but some things may look smaller, larger, vary in color because of ligh...

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Parking
The parking lot is SMALL. Please be considerate and park on the street if you have small items. If you park in the parking lot, be warned that you may get blocked in and will have to wait on the other person/people to finish loading.

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Load-Out, Help
ONLY 2 dates for load-out. Please bring any tools and help necessary to help load items, especially furniture. We will NOT have extra staff available for loading items. We also do NOT keep tools on site. Dates for Load-out: Wednesday, February 28 fr...

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Photograph, Print
Groundbreaking of API API Photographers, Inc. printed on cardboard approx 27.5in wide x 35.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some water damage at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Memphis Treasures, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by Bill Kingdon *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, "new" bridge, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Pyramid, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W. C. Handy, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo sessi...

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Elvis, People Magazine
People Weekly, "50yrs of Teen Idols" July 27, 1992 Featuring 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. *Includes local newspaper article about the photographer.

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Photograph, Elvis
1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo session. Only 1 other si...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print c...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Elvis liked his pictures so much that he sent his parents to Speer's studio to have their photo taken. This is a photo print of said picture. ...

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Collage, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material Some of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put in a collage on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat) *some staining on front trim and back...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1992 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar.

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" calendar and 1 display sticker calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. p...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print ...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print by API and original newspaper article 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This print is the photo sent in for the calendar that was produced in 1992. Newspaper article is an original. The...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall w...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1993 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar. *Includes print collage of...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was used for the most pub...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was us...

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Elvis, Statue
Elvis bust statue made of plaster gold color approx 19in tall x 17in wide *paint needs some touch-up as pictured

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Street Sign
Beale St. vintage street sign approx 28in wide x 7in tall *some wear on one side, as pictured

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Elvis, Backdrop
Louisiana Hayride Backdrop/mural replica of backdrop used in Elvis TV series from 1989-1990 hand painted VERY LARGE, 18' tall x 30' wide *is currently hanging *We have lift but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to take down

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Elvis, Hungerford Furniture
"Hungerford Furniture of Memphis contracted Elvis Presley to be the "face" of this furniture collection. Soon after the photo shoot, the ad was pulled and this is the only known set that was sold. Bill's mother loved the set and ordered one right aft...

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Elvis, 8 Track Tapes
2 items included in lot 1- The Elvis Presley Story on 8 tracks 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition

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Elvis, Newspapers
2 items included in lot 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition 1- Original Commercial Appeal Playbook featuring picture taken by William "Bill" Speer, dated Friday, August 7, 1987, edition devoted to El...

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William Speer's Collection
William Speer was a Memphis photographer from the 1950's-1990's, that became famous after photographing Elvis Presley in what became known as "Elvis Innocence" photographs. After photographing Elvis, other celebrities came to Speer's studio to be ph...

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"Riding with the King"
banner from "Riding with the King" A collaborative album by B.B. King and Eric Clapton that won a Grammy in 2001 for Best Traditional Blues Album. *banner is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, cardboard poster, book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition. *sign is h...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the book and teacher's guaide of "Czars" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "Catherine the Great" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes cardboard poster and VHS of "Napoleon" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "The Etruscans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have ...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the VHS of "Titanic" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Splendors of the Ottoman Sultans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *w...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner and VHS of "Titanic" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will hav...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Ancestors of the Incas" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a l...

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"Wonders"
Wonders of the World came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition, book and VHS of "Ancestors of ...

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Banner
Memphis Wold Championship BBQ Contest banner, 2004 Memphis Adribbers "Salutes South Africa" *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Poster, Cardboard
"Imperial Tombs of China" signage for exhibit at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 36in tall

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Street Sign
Elvis Presley Blvd approx 42in wide x 9in tall *some wear staining/discoloration, as pictured

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John Grisham, Signed
The Confession signed copy John Grisham novel hardback with dust cover *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot 1 paperback 3 hardback with dust cover "A Time to Kill" "The Firm" "The Pelican Brief" "The Client" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Chamber" "The Rainmaker" "The Runaway Jury" "The Partner" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Secret Lawyer" "The Testament" "The Brethern" "A Painted House" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The King of Torts" "The Last Juror" "The Broker" "Gray Mountain" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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Photograph, Display Illuminator
Memphis API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier includes Kodak Duratrans Display Illuminator approx 30in wide x 24in tall

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Photograph, Canvas
Memphis Pyramid API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier canvas print approx 34in wide x 40in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Crosstown Resurging" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier matted and framed approx 19in wide x 15in tall

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Photograph, Print
Thump Daddy, local Memphis band API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier professionally matted and framed approx 20in wide x 14in tall

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Photograph, Print
Beale Street, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 8x10 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Peabody, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 1- approx 8x10 2- approx 20x16 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some aging as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 13.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wonder Horse, Rocking Horse
The original Wonder Horse rocking horse vintage made in Collierville, TN includes proofs for original photo shoot at API *has some wear and tear from aging, see pictures for details...spring missing some color, missing end caps, missing support at b...

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Muddy Mississippi, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Redbirds Stadium, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Memphis Lights" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
MLGW Building, Memphis, TN. 5/10/13 Memphis Light, Gas & Water API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W.C. Handy Statue downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Canvas
Signs on Beale St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier panoramic 3 on 1 prints, sizes in pictures *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photographs, Prints
Pyramid & Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 pictures included 1- approx 5.5in, 1- approx 8in x 5in *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Memphis Magazines
assorted magazines see pictures for details

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Photograph, Print
Days Gone By: Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline at Night, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *bent on one corner as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *small tear at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some discoloring on one side as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 36in wide x 12in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 5 photos on one sheet included in lot each approx 7in wide x 5in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
KIX 106 Crew, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 9.5in wide x 5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 photos included in lot 1-W.C. Handy Statue and Memphis Bridge, 5 x 7 1-Memphis Emblems, 8 x 10 *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Magazines, vintage
assorted magazines, most from the 60s-70s included in lot: vintage photo 16in x 20in The Memphis Press-Scimitar May 28, 1969 Memphis 1819-1969 May 25, 1969 vintage Memphis Playbill and more, see pictures for details

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Photograph, Print
Mississippi River Queen, Pyramid and Bridge to AR, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- approx 7in wide x 5in tall 2- approx 8in wide x 10in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. buildings API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- One Commerce Square. In this picture it was the NBC Building. It has switched owners and is now known as the "iBank Tower." 1- Smith & Nephew 1- Bui...

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. emblems API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wall Decor
"Clint Pigwood" was used for Memphis Championship BBQ Contest decor *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Photograph, Print
"Early Risers" TN/AR Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 6.5in wide x 4.5in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"City Road" Memphis Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 20in wide x 16in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 13in wide x 11in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Lights" Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 10in wide x 8in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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No Warranties: All auction properties are sold in �as is, where is� condition. Seller makes no warranty as to the condition or the specific usefulness of any item sold. There are no refunds or exchanges. Inspection: All items must be inspected must be made prior to the auction date. Inspection Dates are published on our website. Please do not bid on any property until you have thoroughly inspected the property. Invoices: Winning bidders are notified by email when all items in the auction have closed. Bidders are responsible for checking their email to receive notification that they have won a lot(s). You may need to check your Junk folder on your email since you are receiving an email with an attachment. Payments: Payments must be made when you pick up your items and all payment must be in the form of cash, cashier�s check, company check or credit card. All items must be paid for in full immediately following the auction. 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Listing Details
A Memphis staple in photography and vidiography is going out of buisness! After 75yrs, API and API Cine' has closed its doors. They have photographed/filmed celebrities from Elvis Presley to Tom Cruise and many in-between! This auction contains many items that will thrill any Elvis Presley fan, complete series of John Grisham, including a signed copy, some of William Speer's lifetime collection, pictures of Memphis through time and some vintage and one of a kind pieces. Some things to look for: -2 of the 12 most famous pictures of Elvis that were taken and signed by William Speer, from the photographers personal collection. -Hungerford Furniture of Memphis bedroom suit. Hungerford selected Elvis for the promotion of this suit, but soon pulled it. Only one known suit was sold, to the Carriers', which is in this auction. The dresser is a 6 drawer instead of the 4 drawer that is in the promotion with Elvis. -Some of William Speer's lifetime personal collection. William Speer also photographed many other celebrities after becoming famous for the Elvis collection. After his death, many of Speer's photographs, proofs and negatives were given to the owners of API, The Carriers'. -Original signed photographs taken by William Carrier, owner of API. Previews- Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26, 2024 from 3pm-6pm Auction is ONLINE ONLY- Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Lots begin closing at 7:00 pm sharp! Load-Out Days- Wednesday, February 28, 2024 from 9am-4pm Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 2pm-6pm

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read ALL terms and conditions! NO personal checks accepted! Cash and Credit are preferred. NO up-charge for credit card payments. 15% buyer's premium will be added to all invoices. If items are not picked up by 4pm on the second day of load-out, c...

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Shipping
We DO NOT ship items ourselves. However, if you need items shipped, I will take the items to UPS in Collierville, TN and they will ship to you. All items except the furniture and backdrop can be transported to UPS for shipping. Shipping charges are N...

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Preview
Saturday, February 24 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26 from 3pm-6pm It is important to attend preview to view all items. We picture and describe items to the best of our ability but some things may look smaller, larger, vary in color because of ligh...

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Parking
The parking lot is SMALL. Please be considerate and park on the street if you have small items. If you park in the parking lot, be warned that you may get blocked in and will have to wait on the other person/people to finish loading.

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Load-Out, Help
ONLY 2 dates for load-out. Please bring any tools and help necessary to help load items, especially furniture. We will NOT have extra staff available for loading items. We also do NOT keep tools on site. Dates for Load-out: Wednesday, February 28 fr...

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Photograph, Print
Groundbreaking of API API Photographers, Inc. printed on cardboard approx 27.5in wide x 35.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some water damage at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Memphis Treasures, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by Bill Kingdon *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, "new" bridge, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Pyramid, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W. C. Handy, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo sessi...

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Elvis, People Magazine
People Weekly, "50yrs of Teen Idols" July 27, 1992 Featuring 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. *Includes local newspaper article about the photographer.

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Photograph, Elvis
1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo session. Only 1 other si...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print c...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Elvis liked his pictures so much that he sent his parents to Speer's studio to have their photo taken. This is a photo print of said picture. ...

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Collage, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material Some of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put in a collage on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat) *some staining on front trim and back...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1992 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar.

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" calendar and 1 display sticker calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. p...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print ...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print by API and original newspaper article 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This print is the photo sent in for the calendar that was produced in 1992. Newspaper article is an original. The...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall w...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1993 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar. *Includes print collage of...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was used for the most pub...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was us...

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Elvis, Statue
Elvis bust statue made of plaster gold color approx 19in tall x 17in wide *paint needs some touch-up as pictured

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Street Sign
Beale St. vintage street sign approx 28in wide x 7in tall *some wear on one side, as pictured

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Elvis, Backdrop
Louisiana Hayride Backdrop/mural replica of backdrop used in Elvis TV series from 1989-1990 hand painted VERY LARGE, 18' tall x 30' wide *is currently hanging *We have lift but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to take down

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Elvis, Hungerford Furniture
"Hungerford Furniture of Memphis contracted Elvis Presley to be the "face" of this furniture collection. Soon after the photo shoot, the ad was pulled and this is the only known set that was sold. Bill's mother loved the set and ordered one right aft...

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Elvis, 8 Track Tapes
2 items included in lot 1- The Elvis Presley Story on 8 tracks 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition

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Elvis, Newspapers
2 items included in lot 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition 1- Original Commercial Appeal Playbook featuring picture taken by William "Bill" Speer, dated Friday, August 7, 1987, edition devoted to El...

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William Speer's Collection
William Speer was a Memphis photographer from the 1950's-1990's, that became famous after photographing Elvis Presley in what became known as "Elvis Innocence" photographs. After photographing Elvis, other celebrities came to Speer's studio to be ph...

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"Riding with the King"
banner from "Riding with the King" A collaborative album by B.B. King and Eric Clapton that won a Grammy in 2001 for Best Traditional Blues Album. *banner is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, cardboard poster, book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition. *sign is h...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the book and teacher's guaide of "Czars" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "Catherine the Great" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes cardboard poster and VHS of "Napoleon" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "The Etruscans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have ...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the VHS of "Titanic" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Splendors of the Ottoman Sultans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *w...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner and VHS of "Titanic" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will hav...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Ancestors of the Incas" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a l...

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"Wonders"
Wonders of the World came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition, book and VHS of "Ancestors of ...

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Banner
Memphis Wold Championship BBQ Contest banner, 2004 Memphis Adribbers "Salutes South Africa" *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Poster, Cardboard
"Imperial Tombs of China" signage for exhibit at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 36in tall

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Street Sign
Elvis Presley Blvd approx 42in wide x 9in tall *some wear staining/discoloration, as pictured

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John Grisham, Signed
The Confession signed copy John Grisham novel hardback with dust cover *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot 1 paperback 3 hardback with dust cover "A Time to Kill" "The Firm" "The Pelican Brief" "The Client" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Chamber" "The Rainmaker" "The Runaway Jury" "The Partner" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Secret Lawyer" "The Testament" "The Brethern" "A Painted House" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The King of Torts" "The Last Juror" "The Broker" "Gray Mountain" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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Photograph, Display Illuminator
Memphis API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier includes Kodak Duratrans Display Illuminator approx 30in wide x 24in tall

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Photograph, Canvas
Memphis Pyramid API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier canvas print approx 34in wide x 40in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Crosstown Resurging" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier matted and framed approx 19in wide x 15in tall

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Photograph, Print
Thump Daddy, local Memphis band API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier professionally matted and framed approx 20in wide x 14in tall

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Photograph, Print
Beale Street, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 8x10 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Peabody, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 1- approx 8x10 2- approx 20x16 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some aging as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 13.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wonder Horse, Rocking Horse
The original Wonder Horse rocking horse vintage made in Collierville, TN includes proofs for original photo shoot at API *has some wear and tear from aging, see pictures for details...spring missing some color, missing end caps, missing support at b...

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Muddy Mississippi, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Redbirds Stadium, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Memphis Lights" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
MLGW Building, Memphis, TN. 5/10/13 Memphis Light, Gas & Water API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W.C. Handy Statue downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Canvas
Signs on Beale St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier panoramic 3 on 1 prints, sizes in pictures *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photographs, Prints
Pyramid & Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 pictures included 1- approx 5.5in, 1- approx 8in x 5in *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Memphis Magazines
assorted magazines see pictures for details

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Photograph, Print
Days Gone By: Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline at Night, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *bent on one corner as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *small tear at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some discoloring on one side as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 36in wide x 12in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 5 photos on one sheet included in lot each approx 7in wide x 5in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
KIX 106 Crew, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 9.5in wide x 5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 photos included in lot 1-W.C. Handy Statue and Memphis Bridge, 5 x 7 1-Memphis Emblems, 8 x 10 *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Magazines, vintage
assorted magazines, most from the 60s-70s included in lot: vintage photo 16in x 20in The Memphis Press-Scimitar May 28, 1969 Memphis 1819-1969 May 25, 1969 vintage Memphis Playbill and more, see pictures for details

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Photograph, Print
Mississippi River Queen, Pyramid and Bridge to AR, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- approx 7in wide x 5in tall 2- approx 8in wide x 10in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. buildings API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- One Commerce Square. In this picture it was the NBC Building. It has switched owners and is now known as the "iBank Tower." 1- Smith & Nephew 1- Bui...

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. emblems API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wall Decor
"Clint Pigwood" was used for Memphis Championship BBQ Contest decor *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Photograph, Print
"Early Risers" TN/AR Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 6.5in wide x 4.5in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"City Road" Memphis Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 20in wide x 16in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 13in wide x 11in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Lights" Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 10in wide x 8in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Elvis, Memphis and other local artists
 Online Only Auction
Auction Date(s)
Bidding Starts: Tuesday Feb 13
Bidding Ends: Tuesday Feb 27
Auction Location

Memphis, TN 38116
Company
Morris Realty & Auction

Website: www.morrisrealtyauction.com

Listing Terms and Conditions
Who May Attend This Auction This is a PUBLIC ONLINE AUCTION and everyone is invited to register, bid and buy at this auction. There is no cost to register and bid. All bidders are required to enter a valid credit card to register. We do NOT automatically charge your credit card so please be prepared to pay for your items when you pick them up. Online Auction: This is an ONLINE ONLY auction. No bidding will be done on site. Buyer's Premium: A buyer's premium of fifteen percent (15%) will be added to the high bid to determine the total price to be paid. Bidder Registration: In order for us to have enough time to conduct authorizations, it is encouraged that your register and bid early. Waiting till the last minute to register and or become comfortable with the system could negatively affect your bidding. We encourage you to register at least 24 hours in advance of the auction. In order to better serve our customers, all bidders must provide their name, address, daytime phone number or cell number, credit card information and email address at which they can be contacted. This is to insure good communication between MRA and the bidder throughout any transactions. Each bidder's identity will be verified. Bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, MRA may reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. Bidding Procedures: On-line auctions move quickly! One item closes every few seconds. If you are interested in bidding, bid quickly, especially at the close of the bidding time. The bidding software will notify bidders by email when they have been outbid. Bidders may also find out if they have been outbid by refreshing the individual lot information or the entire screen. Due to varying internet connections speed, please place a maximum or �MAX� bid or constantly monitor the auction at close of bidding. 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Staggered Close: Once the auction closes the first lot, each lot will close in order every 15 seconds. Extended Bidding: This auction features EXTENDED BIDDING. Any lot that receives a bid within 2 minutes of its Scheduled Closing Time will automatically have the clock extended on that lot for an addition 2 minutes and that lot shall remain open for bids past its normal close. The extension provision for that lot will continue until there is no additional bidding for 60 seconds. Maximum or �MAX� Bids: Internet bidders who desire to make certain their bids are acknowledged should use the internet bidding feature and leave their maximum bid. When you bid your max, the current bid price does not automatically go to your max bid. There must be another bid to increase the current price and the computer will automatically bid up to your max in the preset bid increments. Max bids are taken in the order of date and time placed. No Warranties: All auction properties are sold in �as is, where is� condition. Seller makes no warranty as to the condition or the specific usefulness of any item sold. There are no refunds or exchanges. Inspection: All items must be inspected must be made prior to the auction date. Inspection Dates are published on our website. Please do not bid on any property until you have thoroughly inspected the property. Invoices: Winning bidders are notified by email when all items in the auction have closed. Bidders are responsible for checking their email to receive notification that they have won a lot(s). You may need to check your Junk folder on your email since you are receiving an email with an attachment. Payments: Payments must be made when you pick up your items and all payment must be in the form of cash, cashier�s check, company check or credit card. All items must be paid for in full immediately following the auction. You will receive an email with the list of items that you won in the bidding. We reserve the right to charge you for any items that you win but do not pick up. Payments for any vehicle must be made by cash, cashiers check or bank wire. No credit card payments will be accepted for vehicles. IMPORTANT � Loading Out: Be sure to look at the load out times. BRING YOUR OWN LABOR, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT TO MOVE YOUR ITEMS; WE DO NOT ASSIST IN LOADING. LOAD OUT MAY NOT BE DONE DURING ANY OTHER DAYS OR HOURS. If you are unable to pick up your items during these published times, PLEASE DO NOT BID. If you bid and are charged for items that you are the high bidder on and you do not pick them up during the published load out times, you will still be charged for the items. Bidder grants to auctioneer the right to donate any items that have been paid for by bidder but not picked up during the scheduled pick up times to a charity of our choosing. Pick up only the items you purchase: Please treat others as you wish to be treated and DO NOT pick up items that you did not purchase. All violators of this policy will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law if you are caught picking up items that you did not buy. Shipping: Shipping assistance is available for this auction. Your credit card information must be provided for us to assist in shipping. We will deliver the item(s) to a local UPS Store and provide them with your contact information. The UPS Store will contact you to arrange for packing and shipping your item(s) at your expense at their regular packing and shipping rate. Titles: If any lot has a title, then titles will be delivered immediatey upon payment if you pay with cash or bank wire. Titles will be held for two weeks for payments in any other form. 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Disclaimer: Morris Realty & Auction has attempted to provide accurate descriptions of all items, however, it is the bidder�s responsibility to determine the condition and suitability of each lot. Printed statements or descriptions by Morris Realty & Auction�s staff are provided in good faith and are matters of opinion. All lots sell as is, with all faults. Morris Realty & Auction and the seller do not give or make any type of guarantee or warranty regarding the lots to be sold, implied or otherwise. Technology: Morris Realty & Auction is not responsible for any technical problems that you experience while bidding that are beyond our control such as Internet connection or computer. Sales Tax: No sales tax will be charged for this auction. Debt Collection and Interest Charges: The buyer agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees and other costs incurred by Morris Realty & Auction in its efforts to collect unpaid funds from the buyer. The buyer agrees that a fee of 2% of the outstanding balance per month be added to any unpaid balance due Morris Realty & Auction. Any debt collection or dispute proceedings will be heard in Shelby County, Tennessee. Bidder Information and Security: All registration information the bidder provides to Morris Realty & Auction shall be current, complete, and accurate. All bidders are responsible for any bids placed under their bidding numbers and passwords. The security of bidder information is the responsibility of the bidder. Bidders must notify Morris Realty & Auction if they believe that their bidder number and password have been compromised believed to be correct, but is not guaranteed.
A Memphis staple in photography and vidiography is going out of buisness! After 75yrs, API and API Cine' has closed its doors. They have photographed/filmed celebrities from Elvis Presley to Tom Cruise and many in-between! This auction contains many items that will thrill any Elvis Presley fan, complete series of John Grisham, including a signed copy, some of William Speer's lifetime collection, pictures of Memphis through time and some vintage and one of a kind pieces. Some things to look for: -2 of the 12 most famous pictures of Elvis that were taken and signed by William Speer, from the photographers personal collection. -Hungerford Furniture of Memphis bedroom suit. Hungerford selected Elvis for the promotion of this suit, but soon pulled it. Only one known suit was sold, to the Carriers', which is in this auction. The dresser is a 6 drawer instead of the 4 drawer that is in the promotion with Elvis. -Some of William Speer's lifetime personal collection. William Speer also photographed many other celebrities after becoming famous for the Elvis collection. After his death, many of Speer's photographs, proofs and negatives were given to the owners of API, The Carriers'. -Original signed photographs taken by William Carrier, owner of API. Previews- Saturday, February 24, 2024 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26, 2024 from 3pm-6pm Auction is ONLINE ONLY- Tuesday, February 27, 2024. Lots begin closing at 7:00 pm sharp! Load-Out Days- Wednesday, February 28, 2024 from 9am-4pm Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 2pm-6pm

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read ALL terms and conditions! NO personal checks accepted! Cash and Credit are preferred. NO up-charge for credit card payments. 15% buyer's premium will be added to all invoices. If items are not picked up by 4pm on the second day of load-out, c...

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Shipping
We DO NOT ship items ourselves. However, if you need items shipped, I will take the items to UPS in Collierville, TN and they will ship to you. All items except the furniture and backdrop can be transported to UPS for shipping. Shipping charges are N...

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Preview
Saturday, February 24 from 1pm-4pm Monday, February 26 from 3pm-6pm It is important to attend preview to view all items. We picture and describe items to the best of our ability but some things may look smaller, larger, vary in color because of ligh...

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Parking
The parking lot is SMALL. Please be considerate and park on the street if you have small items. If you park in the parking lot, be warned that you may get blocked in and will have to wait on the other person/people to finish loading.

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Load-Out, Help
ONLY 2 dates for load-out. Please bring any tools and help necessary to help load items, especially furniture. We will NOT have extra staff available for loading items. We also do NOT keep tools on site. Dates for Load-out: Wednesday, February 28 fr...

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Photograph, Print
Groundbreaking of API API Photographers, Inc. printed on cardboard approx 27.5in wide x 35.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some water damage at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Memphis Treasures, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by Bill Kingdon *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, "new" bridge, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Pyramid, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W. C. Handy, 8x10 API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo sessi...

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Elvis, People Magazine
People Weekly, "50yrs of Teen Idols" July 27, 1992 Featuring 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. *Includes local newspaper article about the photographer.

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Photograph, Elvis
1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. "These were given to Bill Carrier III by William Speer from the original photo session. Only 1 other si...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print c...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. Elvis liked his pictures so much that he sent his parents to Speer's studio to have their photo taken. This is a photo print of said picture. ...

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Collage, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material Some of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put in a collage on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat) *some staining on front trim and back...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API "Elvis Innocence" 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by AP...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1992 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar.

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Stamp Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 calendar, 1 display sticker and original collage photo for calendar print (see pictures for details) calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the m...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" calendar and 1 display sticker calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. p...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Calendars, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" 1 box/30 calendars and 5 display stickers calendar will be accurate again in 2027 and other years, will have to change year. Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall without white boarder *Includes Elvis calendar printed by API in 1992 *print ...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints by API 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. 1- collage of 10 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photos approx measurements 9in...

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Print, Elvis
Photo Print collage on cloth material 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer, put on an approx 16in wide x 11.5 cloth material. (approx size of place mat)

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print by API and original newspaper article 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This print is the photo sent in for the calendar that was produced in 1992. Newspaper article is an original. The...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. black and white photo approx measurements 9in wide x12in tall w...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Online image has been watermarked for trademark protection. Photo prints. These copies came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 2 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William ...

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Calendar, Elvis
Photo calendar printed by API "Elvis Innocence" Features the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. printed in 1993 *Includes original newspaper article about the printing of the calendar. *Includes print collage of...

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Photograph, Elvis
Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was used for the most pub...

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Photograph, Elvis
"Elvis Innocence" Photo print. This copy is signed and came from Speer's personal collection that was given to the Carriers'. 1 of 12 of the most famous pictures of Elvis taken by Memphian, William "Bill" Speer. This is his most famous as it was us...

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Memphis Delivering the Future
Book about Memphis, then and now (2001)

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Elvis, Statue
Elvis bust statue made of plaster gold color approx 19in tall x 17in wide *paint needs some touch-up as pictured

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Street Sign
Beale St. vintage street sign approx 28in wide x 7in tall *some wear on one side, as pictured

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Elvis, Backdrop
Louisiana Hayride Backdrop/mural replica of backdrop used in Elvis TV series from 1989-1990 hand painted VERY LARGE, 18' tall x 30' wide *is currently hanging *We have lift but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to take down

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Elvis, Hungerford Furniture
"Hungerford Furniture of Memphis contracted Elvis Presley to be the "face" of this furniture collection. Soon after the photo shoot, the ad was pulled and this is the only known set that was sold. Bill's mother loved the set and ordered one right aft...

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Elvis, 8 Track Tapes
2 items included in lot 1- The Elvis Presley Story on 8 tracks 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition

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Elvis, Newspapers
2 items included in lot 1- Original Memphis Press-Scimitar dated Wednesday, August 17, 1977, Special Edition 1- Original Commercial Appeal Playbook featuring picture taken by William "Bill" Speer, dated Friday, August 7, 1987, edition devoted to El...

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William Speer's Collection
William Speer was a Memphis photographer from the 1950's-1990's, that became famous after photographing Elvis Presley in what became known as "Elvis Innocence" photographs. After photographing Elvis, other celebrities came to Speer's studio to be ph...

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"Riding with the King"
banner from "Riding with the King" A collaborative album by B.B. King and Eric Clapton that won a Grammy in 2001 for Best Traditional Blues Album. *banner is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, cardboard poster, book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition. *sign is h...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the book and teacher's guaide of "Czars" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "Catherine the Great" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes cardboard poster and VHS of "Napoleon" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner of "The Etruscans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have ...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the VHS of "Titanic" exhibition.

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Splendors of the Ottoman Sultans" exhibition. *sign is hanging *w...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner and VHS of "Titanic" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will hav...

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"Wonders"
"Wonders" came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes the banner, book and VHS of "Ancestors of the Incas" exhibition. *sign is hanging *we have a l...

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"Wonders"
Wonders of the World came through Memphis, TN in the 90's. Exhibitions were located in the Pyramid and Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis. This lot includes book and VHS of "Imperial Tombs of China" exhibition, book and VHS of "Ancestors of ...

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Banner
Memphis Wold Championship BBQ Contest banner, 2004 Memphis Adribbers "Salutes South Africa" *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Poster, Cardboard
"Imperial Tombs of China" signage for exhibit at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 36in tall

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Street Sign
Elvis Presley Blvd approx 42in wide x 9in tall *some wear staining/discoloration, as pictured

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John Grisham, Signed
The Confession signed copy John Grisham novel hardback with dust cover *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot 1 paperback 3 hardback with dust cover "A Time to Kill" "The Firm" "The Pelican Brief" "The Client" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Chamber" "The Rainmaker" "The Runaway Jury" "The Partner" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The Secret Lawyer" "The Testament" "The Brethern" "A Painted House" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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John Grisham
John Grisham novels, 4 included in lot hardback with dust cover "The King of Torts" "The Last Juror" "The Broker" "Gray Mountain" *stamped "From the library of Bill Wilson"

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Photograph, Display Illuminator
Memphis API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier includes Kodak Duratrans Display Illuminator approx 30in wide x 24in tall

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Photograph, Canvas
Memphis Pyramid API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier canvas print approx 34in wide x 40in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Crosstown Resurging" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier matted and framed approx 19in wide x 15in tall

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Photograph, Print
Thump Daddy, local Memphis band API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier professionally matted and framed approx 20in wide x 14in tall

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Photograph, Print
Beale Street, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 8x10 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Peabody, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 1- approx 8x10 2- approx 20x16 *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some aging as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Downtown Memphis, TN. approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 13.5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wonder Horse, Rocking Horse
The original Wonder Horse rocking horse vintage made in Collierville, TN includes proofs for original photo shoot at API *has some wear and tear from aging, see pictures for details...spring missing some color, missing end caps, missing support at b...

61
Photograph, Print
Days of the Past: Front St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 16in tall without white boarder *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Fireworks, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 14in wide x 11in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Muddy Mississippi, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Redbirds Stadium, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Memphis Lights" API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
MLGW Building, Memphis, TN. 5/10/13 Memphis Light, Gas & Water API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
W.C. Handy Statue downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Canvas
Signs on Beale St., Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier panoramic 3 on 1 prints, sizes in pictures *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photographs, Prints
Pyramid & Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 pictures included 1- approx 5.5in, 1- approx 8in x 5in *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Memphis Magazines
assorted magazines see pictures for details

71
Photograph, Print
Days Gone By: Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 24in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Skyline at Night, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *bent on one corner as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *small tear at the bottom as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 20in wide x 16in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame *some discoloring on one side as pictured

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 36in wide x 12in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 5 photos on one sheet included in lot each approx 7in wide x 5in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 10in wide x 8in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
KIX 106 Crew, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 9.5in wide x 5in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 2 photos included in lot 1-W.C. Handy Statue and Memphis Bridge, 5 x 7 1-Memphis Emblems, 8 x 10 *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Magazines, vintage
assorted magazines, most from the 60s-70s included in lot: vintage photo 16in x 20in The Memphis Press-Scimitar May 28, 1969 Memphis 1819-1969 May 25, 1969 vintage Memphis Playbill and more, see pictures for details

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Photograph, Print
Mississippi River Queen, Pyramid and Bridge to AR, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- approx 7in wide x 5in tall 2- approx 8in wide x 10in tall *Pictures ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. buildings API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier 3 photos included in lot 1- One Commerce Square. In this picture it was the NBC Building. It has switched owners and is now known as the "iBank Tower." 1- Smith & Nephew 1- Bui...

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Photograph, Print
Memphis, TN. emblems API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier approx 16in wide x 20in tall *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Wall Decor
"Clint Pigwood" was used for Memphis Championship BBQ Contest decor *sign is hanging *we have a lift, but you will have to BRING TOOLS AND HELP to remove banner

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Photograph, Print
"Early Risers" TN/AR Bridge, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 6.5in wide x 4.5in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"City Road" Memphis Skyline, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 20in wide x 16in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
Downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 13in wide x 11in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame

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Photograph, Print
"Lights" Memphis, TN. API Photographers, Inc. by William "Bill" Carrier picture is approx 10in wide x 8in tall not including photo board *Picture ONLY, no frame