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Lot: 1 - Salmon Falls Blueberry Basket Salt-Glazed Oil Lamp
A salt-glazed stoneware oil lamp manufactured by Salmon Falls Stoneware of Dover, New Hampshire. The lamp base is constructed in a jug form featuring a hand-applied finger-loop handle that terminates in decorative clay scrolls. The front of the vessel is decorated with a hand-painted cobalt blue slip design depicting a basket overflowing with berries and foliage. The stoneware body displays a characteristic salt-glaze orange peel texture. The unit is fitted with a brass prong-gallery burner and a clear glass chimney. The lower edge of the stoneware base is impressed with an oval stamp containing the text SALMON FALLS 2000 STONEWARE and an adjacent kiln-shaped mark.
Lot: 2 - Mid-Century Pressed Glass Amber & Iridescent Bowls
This lot consists of two decorative pressed glass bowls from the mid-20th century. The first item is a large, shallow footed bowl crafted from transparent amber glass. It features a continuous spiral rib pattern that radiates from a circular center to a finely scalloped sawtooth rim. This piece is in the style of patterns produced by American manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking or Federal Glass. The second item is a decorative clear glass bowl with a multi-tone iridescent finish. It features a sunburst or petal design with wide ribs and a deeply scalloped, pointed rim. The color transitions from a golden-amber center to deep magenta and purple hues at the edges. The underside displays textured ribbing that enhances light refraction. No maker marks are visible on the base or body of either piece. Both items have small yellow inventory stickers on their interior surfaces.
Lot: 3 - Lime Green Glass Bowl w/ Silvered Zebra Pattern
This large contemporary decorative centerpiece bowl is constructed from translucent lime green glass. The bowl displays a shallow, flared form that terminates in an organic, scalloped rim. A distinctive radiating zebra or sunburst pattern originates from the central circular well and extends to the edges. This pattern is created by a textured molded design on the exterior underside, where the recessed lines are finished with a metallic silver-tone or platinum-colored leaf. This creates a shimmering, layered effect when viewed through the smooth interior surface of the bowl. The piece is characteristic of contemporary decorative glass often imported from Turkey. No maker marks, signatures, or permanent labels are present. Large shallow centerpiece bowl.
Lot: 4 - Indiana Glass Harvest Grape Blue Iridescent Carnival Glass Footed Oval Bowl
This footed oval bowl is a piece of carnival glass produced by the Indiana Glass Company in the Harvest Grape pattern. Manufactured during the mid-20th century revival of iridescent glass, the piece is made of pressed blue glass treated with a heavy iridescent finish that displays vibrant shades of purple, green, and gold. Often referred to as electric blue, this specific coloration was a hallmark of the manufacturer's 1970s production. The pattern features a dense, embossed arrangement of various fruits including grapes, leaves, apples, and cherries that covers both the interior and exterior surfaces. The vessel features an oval form with a scalloped, ruffled rim and is supported by four scrolled integral feet. While some cataloged examples of similar fruit patterns may bear manufacturer marks, no maker marks are clearly visible on this specimen, which is consistent with the standard production of this line by Indiana Glass.
Lot: 5 - Imperial Marigold Carnival Lustre Rose Butter Dish
This is a two-piece covered butter dish manufactured by the Imperial Glass Corporation in the Lustre Rose pattern. The set is composed of pressed carnival glass featuring a marigold iridescent finish, a color often marketed by the manufacturer as Rubigold. The domed cover is decorated with a high-relief pattern of roses, thorny stems, and foliage, topped with a multi-tiered knop finial. The matching underplate features a wide border of roses and leaves, a scalloped and beaded rim, and a central rayed starburst design. The center of the base bears an embossed IG monogram trademark, identifying it as a production of the Imperial Glass Corporation of Bellaire, Ohio. This specific mark indicates the piece was produced during the company's mid-20th-century revival period. The iridescent surface treatment displays a spectrum of orange, pink, and yellow tones. As a pressed glass item, the base is finished flat within the mold and does not possess a pontil mark.
Lot: 6 - Cobalt Pressed Glass Butter Dish, Cherry & Circle
This is a two-piece covered butter dish composed of deep cobalt blue pressed glass. The item includes a domed lid and a corresponding base plate. The lid is ornamented with molded clusters of cherries and leaves positioned beneath a series of circular thumbprints, and it is topped with a faceted, pointed finial. The matching base plate features a wide scalloped rim and a recessed center. The underside of the base plate contains a molded multi-point starburst motif. This pattern, often referred to as Cherry and Circle, is attributed to the Dugan Glass Company, with similar versions produced by companies such as Mosser Glass. No maker marks are visible on the glass.
Lot: 7 - Attr. Imperial Glass Marigold Carnival Glass, Pair
This lot features two pieces of marigold carnival glass, both manufactured using mold-pressed techniques with a metallic iridescent finish. The first item is a ruffled bowl in the Amelia pattern, featuring a repeating fishscale or scalloped interior design emanating from a central starburst, finished with a beaded, crimped rim. The second item is a rose bowl in the Star and File pattern, which displays large pressed stars within diamond-shaped panels separated by vertical textured file panels and fern motifs. Both pieces feature molded bases with multi-pointed star designs and do not bear any visible manufacturer marks or pontil scars. These items are consistent with early 20th-century production from the Imperial Glass Company of Ohio.
Lot: 8 - Fenton Amberina Glass Cat Head Slipper
This is a pressed glass decorative slipper produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The piece is rendered in Amberina glass, characterized by a color gradient that transitions from a deep ruby red at the toe and rim to a translucent orange-yellow at the base and heel. The design features a figural cat's head at the vamp, a motif known as the Cat Head or Kitten pattern. The body of the slipper is decorated with a molded drapery or swirled texture, and the rim is scalloped. It features a solid block-style heel. A partial Fenton Art Glass foil label is present on the side of the heel, displaying the cursive letter f in an oval above the word FENTON and the text Handmade in USA. A small yellow inventory sticker is affixed to the interior.
Lot: 9 - Victorian Pink Satin Glass Floral Syrup Pitcher
An antique Victorian art glass syrup pitcher, attributed to the Mt. Washington Glass Company with metal mounts in the style of Pairpoint. The vessel features a bulbous body of opaque pink satin glass with a soft, matte finish. The exterior is decorated with hand-painted polychrome enamel flowers, including purple and yellow blooms accented with raised white dots. These floral elements are surrounded by gilded scrollwork and stylized foliage. The pitcher is fitted with a silver-plated metal collar featuring a beaded rim and a hinged, scalloped lid. The lid is surmounted by an ornate, pierced scrollwork finial. A decorative scrolled handle is integrated into the metal mount.
Lot: 10 - Hand-Painted Milk Glass Water Lily Syrup Pitcher
This antique syrup pitcher is crafted from opaque white milk glass. The vessel features a bulbous body that tapers toward a cylindrical neck, a single applied handle, and a hinged metal lid. The body is decorated with hand-painted enamel motifs, primarily depicting a pink water lily blossom floating on a stylized blue and green water surface. To the side of the flower are tall, brown reeds or cattails. The painting shows visible brushstrokes, indicating it was applied by hand. The jug is fitted with a hinged metal lid, likely made of pewter or a plated base metal, which includes a thumb lever for opening and an integrated spout on the inner rim to facilitate pouring. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on either the glass body or the metal hardware. A contemporary orange auction sticker marked #10 is adhered to the side of the body.
Lot: 11 - Set 9 TK Thun Iridescent Porc. Footed Salt Cellars
A set of nine porcelain salt cellars manufactured by the TK Thun factory in Czechoslovakia. Each vessel features a bulbous body with a scalloped rim, supported by three pointed tripod feet. The dishes are finished with an allover iridescent luster glaze, accented by gold gilding on the rims and feet. The underside of the sampled item bears a green underglaze factory mark consisting of a crown symbol above the initials TK, the name Thun in script, and the word Czechoslovakia in block letters.
Lot: 12 - Hazel-Atlas Set 4 Pressed Glass Citrus Reamers
This lot consists of four vintage clear pressed glass citrus reamers featuring three distinct styles of construction. One juicer is embossed on the handle with the Hazel-Atlas Glass Company mark, characterized by a large capital H with a smaller capital A nested beneath the crossbar. This piece and a second matching juicer feature smooth circular reservoirs, integrated pouring spouts, and single flat handles. A third juicer is designed with a paneled or ribbed exterior wall and a sharply pointed central cone. The fourth juicer in the collection features a decorative fluted or tight-ribbed pattern around the rim and exterior wall. Each piece is designed for manual juice extraction with a raised central cone and features an integrated handle and spout for pouring.
Lot: 13 - 4 Vtg Clear Pressed Glass Citrus Juicers & Reamers
A collection of four clear pressed glass citrus juicers and reamers, characteristic of American Depression-era kitchenware. The group includes one two-piece juicer set consisting of a measuring-cup style pitcher base with horizontal ribbing, a pouring spout, and an applied handle, paired with a removable clear glass reamer insert featuring seed-straining holes around the base of the cone. Also included is a single-piece deep-dish juicer featuring an integrated central reamer cone, vertical ribbing on the exterior, a pouring spout, and a small tab handle. Two individual reamer inserts complete the lot; these are designed to sit atop a pitcher or jar and feature central cones, seed-straining slots, and small tab handles. One of the separate inserts features more pronounced vertical ribbing on the outer rim compared to the other. These items are constructed from heavy clear pressed glass. No maker marks or signatures are visible on any of the pieces. Similar designs are frequently attributed to American glass manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking, Hazel-Atlas, or McKee.
Lot: 14 - Set 4 Glass Citrus Reamers w/ 1889 Easley's Patent
A collection of four manual citrus juicers crafted in clear pressed glass, representing various designs from the late 19th through the mid-20th century. The largest reamer features a deep reservoir with vertical fluted sides, a prominent pouring spout, and an applied D-shaped handle. A medium-sized handled reamer exhibits a multi-faceted design with an integrated spout and a molded handle. The collection also includes two disk-style reamers designed to rest atop a vessel. The first disk reamer has a central reamer with an embossed star pattern and a beaded rim. The second disk reamer is an Easley's patent model, featuring a notched and beaded rim with embossed lettering. This item bears the mark EASLEY'S on one side of the rim and the patent date SEPT 10 1889 on the opposite side.
Lot: 15 - Pair Mid-C. Yellow Cased Glass Student Lamp Shades
This pair of matching cased glass lamp shades is designed for use with student-style or hurricane lamps. Each shade features a vibrant yellow exterior layer over an opaque white milk glass interior. The exterior body is decorated with a continuous vertical rib pattern that tapers toward a smooth, flared top rim. The shades are finished with a circular fitter base. No embossed or printed manufacturer marks are visible on either piece. One shade retains a small green adhesive label on the interior rim with the handwritten notation #75. This style and coloration are characteristic of mid-20th-century glass production, often attributed to American manufacturers such as Fenton Art Glass or L.G. Wright.
Lot: 16 - Pair Slant White Milk Glass Student Lamp Shades
This lot consists of a pair of opaque white milk glass lamp shades, characterized by a conical or slant profile often associated with student-style lighting. The shades are designed to direct light downward and feature a prominent raised fitter rim at the crown for attachment to a lamp base or hanging fixture. The milk glass displays a smooth, glossy finish on both the exterior and interior surfaces. This style of shade was commonly utilized on Victorian and early 20th-century domestic lighting, including oil, gas, and early electric lamps. No maker marks or factory stamps are present.
Lot: 17 - Marcia of California Ceramic Covered Wagon TV Lamp
Marcia of California ceramic covered wagon TV lamp, model P25. This mid-20th-century decorative lamp is shaped as a pioneer's Conestoga wagon. The item is constructed of glazed ceramic with a multi-toned finish. The upper canvas cover features a glossy cream-colored glaze with molded folds. The lower carriage and wheels are finished in a walnut brown glaze with darker pigment in the recesses to accentuate the molded details. The base is finished in a mottled deep teal and green glaze, sculpted to represent an outdoor landscape. The reverse features a large circular aperture for housing a single light bulb. The lamp is operated by a metal toggle switch on the side and includes a standard two-prong brown cord. The base is incised with the marks MARCIA OF CAL P25 and USA. An original blue foil Underwriters Laboratories UL label is affixed to the back, reading Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. INSPECTED PORTABLE LAMP ISSUE 27354.
Lot: 18 - Collection of Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of glass marbles of various sizes and designs, presented in a clear plastic storage container. The assortment includes a wide variety of machine-made styles such as cat's eyes, swirls, solid colors, and patch marbles. The lot contains several larger shooter marbles alongside standard player sizes. Under ultraviolet light, multiple marbles exhibit a bright green fluorescence indicative of uranium glass content. The collection includes internal inventory tags marked LOT 4 and 2.
Lot: 19 - Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Examples
This lot consists of a large collection of glass marbles of various styles, colors, and sizes, contained within a clear plastic storage bin. The assortment includes standard player-sized marbles and larger shooters. Visible styles within the collection include cat's eyes, swirls, patches, clears, and solid-colored opaques. Under UV light, multiple marbles exhibit a bright green fluorescence, indicating the presence of uranium glass. The lot is unattributed to a single manufacturer but likely contains examples from American machine-made marble companies such as Akro Agate, Vitro Agate, Peltier, and Marble King. A small internal auction house identification tag marked LOT # 24 is included in the bin.
Lot: 20 - Collection of Vtg Glass Marbles
This large bulk lot consists of several hundred vintage and contemporary glass marbles. The collection encompasses a wide variety of types, including cat's eyes, swirls, solid colors, clearies, and multiple multicolored patterns. Sizes range from standard player marbles to larger shooters. A selection of the marbles demonstrates bright green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, signifying the use of uranium glass or other UV-reactive materials. The marbles are contained within a modern, clear plastic storage bin.
Lot: 21 - Trio Coca-Cola & Pepsi-Cola Advertising Tin Trays
A trio of licensed metal advertising trays produced for the Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola companies. The collection includes two Coca-Cola trays and one Pepsi-Cola tray, all manufactured of tin-plated steel with lithographed graphics. The first item is a 1986 Coca-Cola tray featuring a red border and a central depiction of Santa Claus in the Haddon Sundblom style. It bears the script Coca-Cola logo and a 1986 copyright mark on the lower face. The reverse is finished in a gold tone and includes a printed barcode and the official licensed product logo for The Coca-Cola Company. The second item is a 1994 Coca-Cola tray titled Sign of Good Taste featuring a 1950s-era diner scene with vintage automobiles by artist Pamela C. Renfroe. The face of the tray includes a copyright mark for the artist dated 1991. The reverse provides a history of the artwork, identifying the image source as a 1989 oil painting. It includes a 1994 issue date and distribution information for Trademark Marketing International, Inc. The third item is a 1996 Pepsi-Cola tray featuring a blue border and a nighttime diner scene by artist C.W. Savage titled Roadside. The face is marked with the Pepsi-Cola logo and the phrase The way it was when Pepsi was cold. The reverse includes a signature series description and indicates the item was produced by New Generations of Branson, Missouri, under license in 1996.
Lot: 22 - Pair Campbell's & Coca-Cola Metal Serving Trays
This lot features two lithographed metal advertising serving trays. The first is a commemorative item issued in 1997 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Campbell's Condensed Soup. The front displays a central graphic of a Campbell Kid character holding two cans of tomato soup representing labels from 1897 and 1997. The tray is finished with a wide black border. The mustard-yellow reverse contains a printed history of the anniversary, the Campbell's logo, a barcode, and text stating "Tray Issued 1997" and "MADE IN USA." The second tray is a Coca-Cola advertising piece featuring the 1946 Sailor Girl artwork. The graphic depicts a woman in a white sailor hat and blue dungarees seated on a wooden dock with a glass contour bottle. It includes a red banner with the text Drink Coca-Cola Delicious and Refreshing and a red and white pinstriped rim. The reverse features a grey, textured industrial finish with no visible maker's marks.
Lot: 23 - 1935 Native American Rider & Mt. Lion Chalkware
This molded figural sculpture depicts a Native American rider wearing a full feathered war bonnet atop a rearing horse. The rider is shown in a dynamic struggle, thrusting a spear into the open mouth of a mountain lion that is lunging from a rocky outcrop. The piece is crafted from a molded material, likely plaster or chalkware, and features a polychrome painted finish with a metallic bronzed patina. The base is molded to resemble rocky terrain and tall grass, finished in matte black. The reverse bears incised marks including a copyright symbol, the date 1935, and the initials R.L.
Lot: 24 - Vtg Pennsylvania Game Commission Metal Signs
This group of four vintage screen-printed metal regulatory signs was issued by the Pennsylvania Game Commission. The collection consists of three orange and yellow keystone-shaped warning signs and one white informational notice. These signs were utilized to communicate regulations on state-managed game lands during the 1970s and 1980s. Each sign is constructed of metal with a glossy finish and features pre-drilled mounting holes for installation. All signs include the Pennsylvania Game Commission attribution at the bottom. The white sign is titled NOTICE CLOSED TO ALL VEHICLES and is dated June 1971 with the code PGC-P-162 V-Line, 3,150, 6 - 71. The text cites Section 940 of the Game Code and includes small graphics of a motorcycle and a motor scooter. The first orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING THIS IS STATE PROPERTY and is dated June 1976 with the code PGC-P-38 V Line, 6-76. The text states that entering, destroying, or removing anything is prohibited. The second orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING LITTERING and is dated June 1986 with the code PGC P-73 OXFORD 6-86. It prohibits the dumping of rubbish, trash, or garbage and lists a $25.00 penalty. The third orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING CLOSED TO ALL VEHICLES and is dated March 1980 with the code PGC - P - 4 Oxford 3-80. It specifies that the closure includes motorcycles and motor scooters.
Lot: 25 - Pair Vtg Black Folk Art Cloth Dolls
This pair of handmade dolls consists of two distinct styles of Black folk art craftsmanship. The first doll features a molded and painted head finished in red with simplified facial features and a dark brown cloth body and limbs. It is dressed in a blue and white paisley-patterned dress with a full skirt finished with a wide lace ruffle at the hem. The outfit includes a matching fabric headwrap accented with a red ribbon and a white lace fichu collar tied with red ribbons. The second doll is of traditional rag doll construction with a black cloth head and limbs. The facial features consist of two small white stitched eyes and a red stitched line for a mouth. It wears a long-sleeved orange dress with a white micro-polka dot pattern, a cream-colored apron featuring a red felt heart appliqu�, and cream pantaloons. Both dolls are supported by white-painted metal stands. Heights: approximately 15 inches and 12 inches.
Lot: 26 - Pair French Neoclassic Brass Dolphin Candlesticks
This lot consists of a pair of French Neoclassical style candlesticks manufactured from cast brass. Each candlestick features a nozzle with a gadrooned rim sitting atop a circular drip pan. The central stem is modeled as a stylized dolphin with a curved, scaly body and an open mouth. The dolphin rests on a square, tiered base decorated with relief-cast foliate motifs and concentric circular patterns. The pieces are constructed using a casting process, visible in the textured details of the dolphin and the ornamental base. No maker marks, hallmarks, or signatures were found during inspection. A green inventory sticker with the handwritten number 26 is attached to the base of one candlestick.
Lot: 27 - Collection of Eight Embossed Brass Decorative Chargers and Plates Attributed to Peerage
This collection consists of eight brass decorative wall plates and chargers, attributed to Peerage and produced in the Dutch Revival style. Each piece is crafted from brass featuring high-relief embossed decoration in the repousse style. The assortment includes two large chargers depicting lush still-life arrangements of fruit including pineapples, grapes, and pears, framed by ornate scrollwork and shell borders. Two medium plates feature genre scenes: one shows a horse-drawn carriage in a village setting, while the other depicts a figure at a spinning wheel in a domestic interior. Both medium plates are finished with gadrooned decorative borders. Four small plates illustrate various scenes including tavern interiors with figures drinking and playing music, coastal landscapes with figures in traditional dress, windmills, and sailing ships. The borders on the smaller plates vary from leaf garlands to intricate scrollwork. No maker's marks or backstamps are visible on the reverse of these items. One plate features a small green adhesive inventory sticker marked with the number 27.
Lot: 28 - 5 Embossed Brass Wall Plates & Chargers
A collection of five embossed brass decorative wall plates and chargers featuring traditional maritime and Dutch genre scenes. The group includes three circular maritime-themed pieces of varying sizes, each depicting a three-masted galleon at sea. One large maritime charger features a simple rope-twist edge, while a second large charger and a smaller plate both feature highly ornate borders with acanthus leaf and C-scroll motifs. The collection also includes two genre scene pieces: one oval plate depicting figures in traditional Dutch attire walking past rural cottages, and one circular plate illustrating a tavern interior with figures socializing and playing a lute. The tavern scene is framed by a geometric and foliate border. All pieces are constructed from stamped and embossed brass with rolled or decorative edges. These items are characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative brassware produced in Europe, often in England or the Netherlands, for the traditional home decor market. No maker's marks were identified on any of the pieces.
Lot: 29 - Pair WWI Princess Mary Brass Christmas Boxes, 1914
This lot features a pair of rectangular embossed brass gift boxes commissioned by the Princess Mary Sailors and Soldiers Christmas Fund. These tins were produced as a holiday gift for members of the British, Colonial, and Indian Armed Forces serving at the front or at sea during Christmas 1914. The lid of each box displays a central embossed profile portrait of Princess Mary within a laurel wreath, flanked by stylized M monograms. The upper edge features a scroll reading IMPERIUM BRITANNICUM beneath a crown, and the lower cartouche is embossed with CHRISTMAS 1914. The corners and sides are decorated with the names of the Allied nations including BELGIUM, JAPAN, FRANCE, RUSSIA, MONTENEGRO, and SERVIA. The left tin includes an original printed paper gift card featuring a red crown and M monogram above the date 1914. The interior of the lid on the left tin contains a handwritten name in pencil that appears to read G. G. Manson. The right tin shows a dark circular residue on the interior base, likely from the original tobacco or candy contents.
Lot: 30 - Set 46 Vtg Glass Christmas Ornaments, 4 Boxes
A collection of forty-six vintage glass sphere Christmas ornaments presented in four original retail boxes. Three of the boxes are branded Noelle and are labeled as American Made. This group includes one box of twelve silver-toned ornaments and one box of twelve blue-toned ornaments, both measuring 2 1/4 inches in diameter, as well as one box of twelve silver-toned ornaments measuring 1 3/4 inches in diameter. The fourth box is generically labeled and contains ten blue-toned ornaments. The ornaments are glass spheres featuring a reflective metallic finish and traditional metal hanging caps. The original cardboard packaging features decorative snowflake motifs and stylized tree graphics, with clear cellophane windows for display. Several boxes retain original retail price stickers from Hills Department Store. 2 1/4 inches diameter 1 3/4 inches diameter.
Lot: 31 - Franke & American Made Glass Christmas Ornaments
An assortment of mid-century glass Christmas tree ornaments presented in their original retail packaging. The collection consists of two boxes of spherical glass ornaments. The larger box is branded Franke and labeled America's Finest Glass Tree Ornaments, featuring a multi-colored variety of spheres in shades of cobalt blue, ruby red, gold, magenta pink, and emerald green. This box also displays an Advertised in LIFE logo in the lower corner. The second box is labeled American Made Glass Products and contains a uniform set of cobalt blue glass ornaments. Both boxes are constructed of printed cardboard with cellophane windows and internal compartmentalized dividers. The ornaments are fitted with metal caps and wire hanging loops.
Lot: 32 - Shiny Brite & Franke 24 Vtg Glass Ornaments
This collection of twenty-four vintage glass Christmas ornaments is comprised of two original retail boxed sets by manufacturers Shiny Brite and J. Franke. The first set contains twelve metallic gold glass ornaments by J. Franke. The original box displays the Franke company logo alongside the slogans America's Finest and Glass Tree Ornaments, and includes an Advertised in Life mark. The second set features twelve metallic red glass ornaments by Shiny Brite, produced by Max Eckardt and Sons. The packaging is characterized by a printed holly leaf border and the classic Shiny Brite logo. These ornaments represent mass-produced American holiday glass from the mid-20th century, utilizing metallic finishes typical of mercury glass-style ornaments.
Lot: 33 - Vtg Shiny Brite Glass Christmas Ornaments w/ Box
An assortment of mid-20th century American-made glass Christmas ornaments manufactured by Shiny Brite (Max Eckardt & Sons). This collection is presented in two cardboard boxes and includes one original illustrated lid. The lid, printed in green and tan, features the Shiny Brite trademark and a graphic of Uncle Sam shaking hands with Santa Claus above the text American Made and Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments. The first box contains a variety of spherical ornaments in vibrant shades of magenta, gold, and silvered glass, many featuring white stenciled patterns such as stars and geometric bands, alongside a single gold-toned ribbed spindle ornament. The second box features specialty shapes and finishes, including a blue sphere stenciled with the words Silent night and stars, an indent ornament with a miniature deer figure in a diorama setting, a tiered conical ornament in silver and teal, and a red and black lantern-shaped piece. Several ornaments exhibit frosted snow accents or hand-painted stripes. All ornaments retain their metal caps.
Lot: 34 - Lenox Ceramic & Vtg Holiday Ornaments & Figurines
This assortment of holiday decorations features various ornaments and figurines crafted from molded glass, wood, ceramic, felt, and paper-mache. Included in the collection is a large molded glass ornament depicting a clown playing an accordion with hand-painted details. Several hand-painted mercury-style glass ornaments are present, including a Santa Claus figure, a drum, a figure wearing a parka, and a clown-themed bauble. The collection contains a boxed Lenox pierced ceramic Christmas tree ornament in its original red presentation box with a logo and tag. Wooden items include a jointed Pinocchio-style figure and a small Santa figure seated in a wooden vehicle. Additional pieces include a flocked red deer with gold-tone spots, a figurine representing Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz holding a basket with Toto, a paper-mache clown holding balloons with a yellow tag marked BALLOON 25 cents, and a small green glass frog with a red and gold CHINA tag. Multiple glass sphere ornaments in various sizes and colors are also included. One item features an adhesive label with the text SKU 64070919 and a barcode.
Lot: 35 - Star-Lite & Royalites Plastic Christmas Candoliers
This collection consists of mid-century electric Christmas window decorations featuring the Star-Lite and Royalites brands. The group includes Star-Lite 3-Light Candoliers (Model No. 703) and a Royalites 5-Light Candolier (Model No. 705). Each unit is constructed from yellow molded plastic with a tiered base and vertical candle tubes featuring molded faux dripping wax details at the sockets. The base of the three-light model includes a molded bow and bell motif. The original packaging is red and blue cardboard decorated with mid-century holiday illustrations of a snow-covered cottage and evergreen trees. Printed text on the boxes identifies the manufacturer, model numbers, and includes the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) seal. The units come with attached white electrical cords.
Lot: 36 - Pair Marx Best of the West Action Figures w/ Case
This lot features two 12-inch scale action figures from the Louis Marx and Company Best of the West product line, housed in an original plastic travel case. The figure on the left is identified by web consensus as Sam Cobra, the villain character, wearing a black molded plastic three-piece suit. A small black plastic briefcase accessory is included at the figure's feet. The figure on the right utilizes a Johnny West head sculpt and is dressed in non-original clothing, including a red bolero-style jacket with a space-themed patch and black fabric trousers. A black vinyl cowboy hat is located behind the figures. The brown molded plastic travel case is embossed with the text Best of the West travel case by Marx on the front panel. The case exterior also features raised relief graphics of Western equipment, including a cowboy hat, rifle, canteen, and lasso. The figures are constructed with articulated plastic bodies and vinyl head sculpts.
Lot: 37 - Disney Mickey & Minnie Through the Years Plush Set
A set of six collectible plush toys manufactured for The Disney Store, featuring characters from the Disney animation universe in various historical and thematic costumes. The collection includes three iterations of Minnie Mouse: one dressed as a bride in a white satin gown with a mesh veil and pink fabric rose bouquet; one in an Egyptian-inspired ensemble with a metallic gold headdress and collar; and one in her traditional red and white polka dot dress and bow. Two Mickey Mouse figures are included: one depicting the character from the 1938 animated short The Brave Little Tailor in a red tunic and brown feathered hat, and another in a white garment with a high collar. The final figure is a black and white plush of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Each toy is constructed from plush fabric with embroidered facial features and is individually housed in a clear, rigid plastic or acrylic display case. Several of the toys retain their original manufacturer hangtags. These tags feature The Disney Store logo within a blue, pink, and purple gradient circular border, with the word Disney in its characteristic script and STORE in block capitals below. One tag includes a retail barcode and the name MINNIE in black text.
Lot: 38 - Disney Store Minnie & Mickey Bean Bag Plush, Set 6
This lot consists of six official Disney Store exclusive mini bean bag plush toys. The collection primarily features Minnie Mouse in diverse thematic costumes along with one Mickey Mouse figure. The set includes Minnie Mouse in a magenta dress with a purple and black plaid bow, Minnie Mouse in a red dress decorated with white hearts, Minnie Mouse as a fairy or angel with iridescent fabric wings and a silver star accent, Minnie Mouse as the Statue of Liberty in a mint-green gown with a torch and crown, and Minnie Mouse in a pink outfit with a matching newsboy cap. One Mickey Mouse figure is included, dressed in traditional Japanese-style attire featuring blue and purple patterns. Each figure is constructed from plush fabric with fiberfill and weighted plastic pellet stuffing. Faces feature embroidered and appliqu�d details with fixed eyes. Original Disney Store swing tags are present on the items. Each toy is contained within an individual aftermarket clear plastic protective case. Height: Approximately 7 to 9 inches each.
Lot: 39 - Disney Store Mickey & Friends Bean Bag Plush Set
This collection of plush figures was manufactured for and sold by The Disney Store. The items are bean bag style plush constructed from fabric with embroidered and appliqu� details. The group features various Disney characters in themed attire. Included are Mickey Mouse in a pinstriped baseball uniform with a fielder's glove and blue cap, Mickey Mouse in a red jacket holding a red plush heart with white lace trim, Mickey Mouse in signature red shorts, and both Minnie Mouse and Goofy in yellow rain slickers. One display case contains a Mickey Mouse figure posed with his hands to his face and a second smaller plush figure. Several items retain original paper hang tags featuring The Disney Store script logo and the text MADE IN KOREA. Fabric law tags with the CE mark are present. Each figure is individually housed in a clear acrylic or hard plastic protective display case.
Lot: 40 - 5 Vtg Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Character Toys
This collection features five vintage Disney character toys, including plush figures and mixed-media dolls. One item is a large Mickey Mouse plush toy featuring a black fabric body, white face and gloves, red shorts with white buttons, and yellow felt-style shoes. This figure retains a Mickey & Co. paper hang tag with a circular logo and a fabric manufacturer tag stating the use of all new materials consisting of polyester fiber. The group includes two keychain attachments: a Minnie Mouse plush in a pink polka dot dress with a matching bow and pink shoes, and a Mickey Mouse figure featuring a molded plastic head, plush body, and yellow felt shoes. Two additional figures feature molded PVC heads and soft bodies; one is a Minnie Mouse in a red polka dot dress and red shoes with a fabric care tag, and the other is a Mickey Mouse with a black plush body, red fabric shorts, and yellow felt shoes.
Lot: 41 - Radio Shack French Continental Rotary Telephone
This is a vintage-style French cradle rotary telephone manufactured for Radio Shack, a division of Tandy Corp. The telephone features a cast metal body decorated with ornate floral and foliate scrollwork in a brushed silver-tone finish. The base, handset handle, and dial surround are constructed of cream-colored plastic. The rotary dial includes a central decorative medallion depicting a couple in 18th-century period dress. The handset is connected to the base by a matching cream-colored coiled plastic cord and rests on a metal cradle. The underside of the base includes a manufacturer label identifying it as the French Continental model, No. 43-320, custom manufactured in Singapore for Radio Shack. A gray modular line cord is attached.
Lot: 42 - Monarch Mfg Co Oak Magneto Wall Telephone
An antique wall-mounted magneto telephone produced by the Monarch Telephone Manufacturing Company of Fort Dodge, Iowa. The cabinet is constructed from quartersawn oak featuring a prominent tiger oak grain and a slanted writing shelf at the base. The unit is equipped with a top-mounted ringer assembly consisting of twin metal bells and a hand-turned crank on the right side. The front features a black-finished metal transmitter arm and mouthpiece. A separate black receiver earpiece is suspended from a hook-switch on the left side of the cabinet. The face of the transmitter is adorned with a curved brass plate embossed with MONARCH TELEPHONE MFG. CO. FORT DODGE, IOWA. A second brass plate positioned below the mouthpiece is embossed with the serial number L240294. A rectangular metal nameplate is mounted on the front of the oak cabinet featuring the Monarch script logo and company location.
Lot: 43 - Duquesne Baking Co. Pie Pan & Kitchen Metalware
This lot features an assortment of vintage metal kitchenware. Included is a commercial pie tin embossed with the text PLEASE RETURN TO DUQUESNE BAKING CO. and featuring a small central vent hole. The collection also contains a large cylindrical hand-punched grater with a curved top handle. A rectangular loaf baking pan is included, showing remnants of a tin-plated finish. The group is completed by several cookie and biscuit cutters of varying forms: one gingerbread man cutter mounted on a rectangular metal base plate, one club-shaped cutter, one round biscuit cutter with a dark oxidized finish and bridge handle, and one round biscuit cutter with a brighter metal finish and bridge handle.
Lot: 44 - B. Vockins Seabrook Tinned Metal & Brass Milk Can
This is an antique dairy delivery can, commonly used for milk or cream. The vessel is constructed of tinned metal with hand-soldered joints and an oval body. It features a hinged lid and a thick brass swing handle attached to the sides. The top of the lid is embossed with the text B. VOCKINS and SEABROOK in two arcs. A triangular brass plate is soldered to the hinge area, bearing the text THE MILK-CAN and TRADE MARK surrounding a stylized central logo. The construction techniques and materials are consistent with the late Victorian to early Edwardian periods. The interior of the can is accessible via the hinged top and shows a seam running vertically down the back.
Lot: 45 - Vtg Monarch Finer Foods Embossed Glass Pantry Jar
This vintage glass storage jar was manufactured for Monarch Finer Foods, a prominent brand of the Reid, Murdoch and Company firm based in Chicago. The jar is made of clear glass and features a square-bodied design with rounded corners. The front panel is embossed with the brand's signature lion's head logo in the center, with the text MONARCH arched above and FINER FOODS below. Each side of the jar is decorated with four tiers of embossed chevron ribbing. It retains its original screw-top metal lid with a knurled edge. The base of the jar has a stippled texture and features embossed marks including the Owens-Illinois Glass Company trademark (a diamond enclosing an oval and a capital letter I). Additional numbers on the base include a 7 to the left, a 5 to the right, and a 10 below the logo, which are plant and date codes likely indicating production between the mid-1930s and mid-1940s. Dimensions: Approximately 1-quart capacity.
Lot: 46 - Trio Hoosier Style Ribbed Glass Coffee Canisters
This lot features a trio of vintage clear glass storage canisters characterized by vertical fluting and embossed labeling, in the style of jars produced for Hoosier or Sellers kitchen cabinets. Each jar is made of pressed glass and features a cylindrical body with a threaded neck for a metal screw-top lid. Two of the jars are embossed with the word COFFEE inside a stylized decorative banner, while the third jar is embossed with COFFEE in plain block lettering. The jars are paired with mismatched vintage metal lids. The tallest jar features a dark blue lid with printed instructions for Burma-Shave, identifying the manufacturer as Burma-Vita Co. of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The mid-sized jar includes a gray and yellow metal lid marked VITA in red lettering with a circular graphic of two characters. The shortest jar has a plain off-white lid with a handwritten green adhesive sticker reading 46. The variety of lids indicates these pieces were repurposed for storage over time.
Lot: 47 - American Oven Ware Mixing Bowl w/ Brown Bands
A vintage American utilitarian mixing bowl, crafted from cream-colored stoneware and often attributed to McCoy Pottery based on the mark style. The bowl features a classic flared form with a tapered body and a wide, rounded rim. The exterior is decorated with a Mocha-style pattern consisting of two horizontal bands of dark brown slip, where the upper band is thicker than the lower one. The underside of the base features embossed marks reading OVEN WARE along the top interior edge of the foot ring and USA along the bottom. The numeral 2 is embossed in the center of the base, indicating the bowl has a 2-quart capacity. Capacity: 2 quarts.
Lot: 48 - Marshall Pottery Attr. Cobalt Salt-Glaze Pitcher
This salt-glazed stoneware pitcher features a bulbous body with a wide flared neck, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied loop handle. The vessel is finished in an off-white glaze with fine dark iron speckling. It is decorated with horizontal cobalt blue bands, including a single band encircling the neck and a double band around the lower body. Molded relief decoration in a stylized foliate or scalloped pattern is located both above and below the blue-banded sections. The pitcher sits on a slightly recessed circular foot. While visually consistent with late 19th to early 20th-century utility ware from Marshall Pottery, no permanent maker marks or stamps are visible on the piece. Current identifiers include a green sticker marked 48 on the neck and a handwritten inventory label reading TH 310 B8 / Pitcher / 165 00 (c).
Lot: 49 - Pair Blue & White Basketweave Stoneware Canisters
A pair of lidded utility stoneware canisters featuring a molded basketweave texture and relief floral motifs. Each vessel is decorated with hand-applied cobalt blue slip lettering identifying the contents as Salt and Tea. The glaze is a two-tone blue and cream-colored slip, typical of American utility stoneware from the late 19th or early 20th century. The canisters are cylindrical with a slightly flared rim and include matching lids topped with simple circular knobs. The reverse side of each jar displays a relief design of flowers and leaves. No factory marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on the exterior, interior, or underside of either piece.
Lot: 50 - American Boston Baked Beans Lidded Stoneware Crock
A lidded stoneware bean pot featuring a bulbous body and a single applied D-shaped handle. The piece is accompanied by a matching domed lid with a central knob. The front of the crock displays molded relief lettering that reads BOSTON BAKED BEANS in a decorative font, while the reverse features a molded relief motif of a bean plant with pods and leaves. The piece is finished in a uniform dark chocolate-brown glossy glaze on both the interior and exterior surfaces. On the underside of the base, there are faint impressed characters, including a visible numeral 4, likely indicating capacity. Other characters are obscured by the glaze application. Capacity: approximately 4 quarts.
Lot: 51 - Glazed Earthenware Bamboo & Botanical Jardiniere
A large, globular glazed earthenware jardiniere featuring a high-relief molded botanical design. The exterior body is divided into panels by vertical stalks of bamboo that also form the rim and base details. Within these panels are raised floral blossoms, foliage, and fruit clusters, possibly representing pomegranates or peaches. The piece is finished in a uniform cream-colored high-gloss glaze. The underside features an unglazed foot rim showing a buff-colored clay body. The base is incised with the numbers 1126/27 and a separate incised number 3. No maker's name or trademark is present. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 52 - Hand-Appliqued & Quilted Apple Motif Quilt Top
A hand-pieced fabric panel or quilt top featuring six rectangular white cotton blocks. Each block contains a centrally applied apple motif rendered in alternating red and burgundy checkered fabrics. The apples are finished with green and black checkered fabric leaves and stems. The blocks are joined by a coordinating green and black checkered sashing. Hand-quilted running stitches are visible along the sashing and borders. The apple appliqu�s are finished with a machine-worked overcast edge stitch. The reverse side shows the hand-quilting stitches and the construction of the sashing. No maker's marks, labels, or signatures are present.
Lot: 53 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records, 1880
A group of volumes from the monumental historical series titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. This selection includes multiple volumes from Series I, containing Volumes I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, and Volume X, which is divided into Part I: Reports and Part II: Correspondence, Etc. Published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., this series serves as the definitive primary source collection for military records of the American Civil War. The volumes are bound in the publisher's original cloth with gilt-stamped titles and volume designations on the spines. Most volumes feature a dark charcoal cloth binding, while Volume VI is bound in a contrasting light tan cloth. The internal pages consist of transcribed official military correspondence, operational reports, and orders. An example on page 191 of Volume I features correspondence from Major Robert Anderson at Fort Sumter to Adjutant-General S. Cooper, dated March 6, 1861. Each volume measures approximately 9.5 x 6.25 inches.
Lot: 54 - The Torsion Balance Co. Style 2-76 Precision Scale
An antique precision torsion balance scale manufactured by The Torsion Balance Company of New York. The unit is housed in a rectangular hardwood case featuring a hinged lid with an inset glass viewing window. The top working surface is composed of polished black glass with a centrally located circular aperture revealing a vertical needle indicator and a graduated scale for precision measurement. A brass manufacturer label is affixed to the front of the case and provides the following information: THE TORSION BALANCE CO. NEW YORK / STYLE 2-76 No. B 72352 / CAPACITY 4 OZ CLASS A / MADE IN U.S.A. / APPROVED TYPE PENNA SERIES NO J. The scale is accompanied by a set of four pans, consisting of two shallow brass pans with circular finger tabs and two smaller, deeper silver-toned metal pans. A knurled metal adjustment knob is located at the center base of the front panel, flanked by leveling screws. This type of balance was standard equipment in pharmacies and laboratories for highly accurate measurements.
Lot: 55 - Vtg Single Spindle Cast Metal Milkshake Mixer
This vintage single-spindle drink mixer, in the style of the Hamilton Beach Model 30, features a swan-neck stand made of painted cast metal in a seafoam green finish. The motor is encased in a rounded, chrome-plated housing characterized by vertical cooling vents on both the top and bottom. A single stainless steel spindle is fitted with three agitator disks. The unit is accompanied by one tapered stainless steel mixing cup. A black power cord is attached at the base. No identifying manufacturer marks or labels are visible in the images.
Lot: 56 - Sportsman 3052 D Cast Iron Oval Fish Fryer Pan
This is a vintage cast iron oval roasting pan or fish fryer, identified by the pattern number 3052 D. Based on visual characteristics and the specific marking configuration, this item is attributed to the Birmingham Stove and Range (BSR) company as part of their Sportsman series. The pan features a shallow oval form with a flat interior cooking surface and two integral loop handles at the opposing ends. The underside of the vessel is incised with a single letter D positioned above the four-digit pattern number 3052. The piece is constructed from heavy-gauge cast iron designed for even heat distribution.
Lot: 57 - Pair Hubley Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Bookends
A pair of vintage cast iron bookends produced by the Hubley Manufacturing Company, modeled as standing Scottish Terriers. Each bookend features a Scottie dog in profile on a stepped rectangular base. The pieces show a textured cast surface intended to simulate canine fur. One piece retains remnants of a worn metallic gold or bronze finish on its face, while the other displays a more heavily oxidized, dark surface. The back of the base is embossed with the letters COPR followed by a circular mark containing a triangle, a known hallmark of Hubley. The reverse sides of the figures are unfinished and flat.
Lot: 58 - Pair Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Cast Iron Bookends
This pair of cast iron bookends is decorated in high relief with a portrait of the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Longfellow is rendered in a classical style, wearing draped robes and holding a quill pen over an integrated inkwell motif. Below the bust, a raised plaque is inscribed with the name HENRY W. LONGFELLOW. The background and reverse of the bookends feature a uniform pebbled texture. The metal has a dark, aged patina with remnants of a bronze-toned finish. These items are characteristic of early 20th-century American library accessories, typically dating from the 1920s to the 1940s.
Lot: 59 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records, GPO
A collection of multiple volumes from the primary source series titled War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. The volumes are bound in the publisher's dark cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. This set includes various components of Series I, documenting military operations and correspondence. Visible volumes include Vol. XX (Stone's River), Vol. XXXVIII Parts I, II, III, IV, and V (Atlanta Campaign), Vol. XLII Parts I, II, and III (Richmond Campaign and Fort Fisher), and Vol. XLVII. The books are octavo in size and were published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. The spines provide detailed information on the operations covered, including specific dates and serial numbers such as 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 87, and 89. Internal pages contain detailed military reports, such as those for the Richmond Campaign in late 1864, featuring accounts from various brigades and divisions regarding picket duty and engagements like the Battle of Reams' Station. Size: Octavo (approx. 9 inches tall).
Lot: 60 - Vtg Premier Brand Santa Clara Prunes Wooden Crate
A vintage rectangular wooden shipping crate for Premier Brand food products. The crate is constructed from softwood panels joined with nails. It was originally used for the distribution of Santa Clara prunes by Francis H. Leggett and Co., a wholesale grocery firm based in New York. The side panel features stenciled black graphics with the word Premier in stylized script above the words FOOD PRODUCTS in block capitals. One end panel contains detailed product and distributor information, including FRANCIS H. LEGGETT and CO. NEW YORK U.S.A. DISTRIBUTORS, 40-50 PRUNES, SANTA CLARA, SELECTED, and weight specifications of 28 LBS. GROSS and 25 LBS. NET. The Premier Brand logo with a registration mark is also visible on this panel. The interior of the crate is unfinished wood showing natural grain and staining.
Lot: 61 - Dietz Monarch Tubular Kerosene Lantern w/ Globe
This antique Dietz Monarch tubular kerosene lantern features a metal frame with a dark, oxidized finish and a clear glass globe. The glass globe is embossed with the manufacturer's mark DIETZ within an oval, followed by FITALL and NEW YORK U.S.A. below. The word MONARCH is embossed on the upper shoulder of the fuel fount base. The lantern is constructed with two vertical side tubes that connect the fount to the chimney, forming a classic cold-blast design. A protective wire cage surrounds the globe. The base includes a fuel filler cap and a wick adjustment knob. The burner assembly appears to be present within the globe.
Lot: 62 - Galvanized Steel Watering Can w/ Brass Rose & Wood
A vintage utilitarian watering can constructed from galvanized steel with a cylindrical body. The item features a dual-handle design, consisting of a fixed vertical handle at the rear and a pivoting top bail handle equipped with a contoured, turned wooden grip. The tapered spout is fitted with a circular sprinkler head, or rose, characterized by a prominent green-blue verdigris patina, suggesting a brass or copper composition. The rose is designed to be detachable from the spout. The body is reinforced with horizontal concentric ridges. No manufacturer stamps, maker's marks, or patent dates are visible on the body, handles, or base. A small yellow rectangular adhesive label is affixed to the upper shoulder of the can.
Lot: 63 - Vtg Molded Copper Flying Goose Weathervane
A folk-style weather vane featuring a hollow-bodied topper in the form of a flying goose. The goose is constructed from two sheets of molded copper joined at the seams. The topper is mounted on a central vertical metal rod that includes a spherical spacer and a cross-arm set of cast metal directional indicators for North, South, East, and West. The directionals are designed with a classic serif typeface. Materials used in the construction include a copper topper, likely brass or bronze for the cast directional arms and spacer, and a wrought iron or steel mounting rod. A pink adhesive label marked with the number 63 is attached to the neck of the goose, and a white paper tag is tied to the directional assembly. No maker marks, signatures, or factory stamps are visible on the metal components.
Lot: 64 - American Primitive Blue Painted Pine Bucket Bench
This is an American primitive blue painted bucket bench or crock shelf constructed from softwood, likely pine, using simple nailed-board joinery. The unit features two fixed tiers of storage. The upper tier includes an integrated backboard and angled side guards, while the lower shelf is open-fronted. The entire structure is supported by two solid vertical board sides that serve as the base. The surfaces are finished in a distressed blue paint that shows significant weathering, revealing the underlying wood grain and a well-aged patina. A metal staple or bent nail reinforcement is located on the right side of the upper shelf. A small circular pink adhesive label on the interior backboard contains the handwritten characters 64 in black ink, representing a contemporary inventory or auction lot number. No maker marks, signatures, or brandings are present.
Lot: 65 - Painted Wood Apothecary Pigeonhole Organizer
This rustic industrial-style storage unit features eighteen fixed square compartments arranged in a three-row by six-column grid. The piece is constructed from solid wood and is topped with a prominent, thick timber cap along the upper edge. The entire unit is finished in a heavily distressed white paint that reveals the wood grain and previous layers of finish beneath. The design is consistent with 20th-century industrial salvage, workshop organizers, or country apothecary cabinets. The reverse of the unit is fitted with two metal sawtooth hangers. No maker marks, labels, or stamps are visible on the piece.
Lot: 66 - Louis XVI Style Gilt-Composition Trumeau Mirror
This is a tall, narrow trumeau-style wall mirror, often referred to as a pier mirror, featuring a two-part decorative design. The frame is constructed of gilded composition material over a wooden base, exhibiting an ornate style with a central rocaille shell and acanthus leaf crest. The vertical stiles are decorated with scrolling foliate and floral motifs in relief, finished with an antiqued gold-toned patina. The top section contains a reproduction color print under glass, depicting a portrait of a young woman in 18th-century style attire holding a bouquet of flowers. The lower portion contains a rectangular mirror plate. The reverse is finished with black paper and is fitted with a wire for wall hanging. A small rectangular maker's or retailer's label is present on the lower back, though the text is not clearly legible. No measurements provided.
Lot: 67 - Continental School, 18/19th C., Allegory Fig., O/C
This oil on canvas painting depicts a figure in profile, possibly representing a biblical or allegorical subject. The figure is rendered with a headwrap and a raised arm gesturing upward against a dark, somber background. The work utilizes a palette dominated by deep reds and earthy browns, executed with heavy chiaroscuro typical of the Baroque style. The painting is presented on a stretched canvas support. The verso reveals a simple wooden stretcher with oxidized nails and no discernible labels, marks, or inscriptions. The work is housed in an ornate gilded composition-over-wood frame featuring scrolling foliate and shell motifs in the Rococo taste. No signature or date is visible on the front or the back.
Lot: 68 - Early 20th C. Hygeia Nursing Bottle Advertisement
A framed vintage paper advertisement for the Hygeia Nursing Bottle Company of Buffalo, New York. The advertisement features a central black and white photograph of a smiling infant, flanked by illustrations of an Open Mouthed Hygeia bottle and a traditional narrow-neck bottle marked with a black X. Printed text highlights the sanitary advantages of the wide-mouth design to prevent the accumulation of germs. The copy includes the statement that the bottle was first made by a physician to save his own child. The advertisement is housed in an ornate wooden frame with a light finish and decorative molding under glass. The reverse is finished with a dark cardboard backing secured by small nails and features a sawtooth metal hanger. An embossed mark of a three-pointed crown within an inverted triangle is visible on the upper center of the cardboard backing. The advertisement lists the company address as 120 Main Street, Buffalo, N.Y.
Lot: 69 - Pennsylvania Railroad Stamped D-Handle Coal Shovel
A vintage square-point coal shovel featuring a heavy-gauge metal blade and a wooden shaft. The handle is a carved D-grip style and is stamped with the initials PRR, identifying it as equipment from the Pennsylvania Railroad. The shovel is constructed with a long-strap metal socket that is riveted to the wooden shaft. This tool was a standard implement for locomotive firemen and railway maintenance workers during the early to mid-20th century.
Lot: 70 - Ashcroft Type 1038 Railroad Air Brake Duplex Gauge
This is an Ashcroft Type 1038 duplex air brake pressure gauge designed for railroad use. The instrument features a metal dial face set within a heavy metal case and secured by a wide brass bezel. The dial contains a non-linear scale with numerical markings from 10 to 200. Central text on the dial reads AIR BRAKE, with smaller text identifying the functions of the two indicators as RED HAND - MAIN RES. and BLACK HAND - EQ'L'G. RES. The manufacturer's shield-shaped logo is located at the bottom center, marked 1850 ASHCROFT U.S.A., with TYPE 1038 printed directly above. The base of the dial is marked PATENT DATES INSIDE. The unit includes two separate threaded pressure inlets at the bottom. The rear of the case features a wide mounting flange with three pre-drilled holes for installation. A modern pink adhesive label with the hand-written number 70 is attached to the glass.
Lot: 71 - Set 5 Industrial Scalloped Cast Metal Sconce Bases
A set of five vintage wall-mounted light fixture bases, likely originally utilized as theater aisle lights or decorative industrial sconces. Each unit is constructed from cast metal and features a distinctive flared backplate with a scalloped, ruffled edge, reflecting early to mid-20th-century industrial or Art Deco styling. The form tapers from the decorative base into a socket housing positioned at an angle. The housings are equipped with internal threading for a light socket and three threaded holes around the rim designed for set screws to secure a glass shade. The mounting arm of each base includes a single pre-drilled hole for installation.
Lot: 72 - Vtg Westinghouse Brown Porc. 30A 2500V Fuse Cutout
This is a vintage industrial primary fuse cutout manufactured by Westinghouse, specifically used as an electrical insulator block for high-voltage power lines. The item is made of heavy brown glazed porcelain. It features multiple embossed markings: a curved banner at the center reads WESTINGHOUSE, with the identifier S 11490 D directly beneath it. A rectangular frame at the bottom of the front face specifies 30 AMP. 2500 VOLTS. The component has a bulbous dome top and a wide, rounded base with two lateral openings for electrical wiring. The interior is hollow and shows the mounting points where internal metal fuse components would have been installed.
Lot: 73 - Hemingray & Brookfield Glass & Ceramic Insulators
This collection consists of several vintage electrical insulators manufactured from molded glass and glazed ceramic. The group features a variety of forms and colors, including aqua, light blue, dark green, dark blue, brown, and white. Identifiable pieces include a dark green glass insulator marked Hemingray, an aqua glass double-petticoat style insulator embossed Brookfield New York and Petticoat, and a light blue glass beehive-style insulator embossed W. Brookfield. The ceramic components include a brown glazed saddle-top insulator marked Lapp over 6192 with a stylized logo, and two white glazed insulators embossed Thomas on the top domes. One dark blue glazed ceramic insulator is also included. All items are designed with threaded interiors for pin mounting.
Lot: 74 - Mid-C. Iroquois Polychrome Chalkware Chief Bust
A vintage painted chalkware bust depicting a Native American male figure in a traditional-style feathered headdress. The headdress is decorated in shades of red, green, and yellow. The figure wears a necklace featuring a central circular medallion and claw-like pendants, along with a green sash across the chest containing a molded arrow motif. The figure is shown clutching a dark cylindrical object. The front of the base is incised with the word IROQUOIS, identifying the intended subject. The item is constructed from cast plaster with a painted finish, typical of novelty figurines and carnival prizes produced in the United States during the mid-20th century. A small green sticker with the handwritten number 74 is located on the chest.
Lot: 75 - Coiled Vegetal Fiber Lidded Geometric Basket
A round lidded basket constructed from natural vegetal fibers, such as split cedar bark and dyed grasses, utilizing a tight coiled weaving technique. The exterior of the base and the lid are decorated with a rhythmic geometric pattern of alternating light and dark brown vertical blocks. The conforming lid is slightly domed and features a small central braided fiber loop handle. The interior of the base contains a yellow adhesive tag with the handwritten number 75 in black ink. The construction methods and decorative style are consistent with the indigenous basketry traditions of the Pacific Northwest or Plateau regions of North America.
Lot: 76 - Two Southwestern Indigenous Hand-Coiled Baskets
Two hand-coiled baskets composed of natural plant fibers, attributed to the Southwestern United States Indigenous traditions, such as the Navajo (Din�). The collection includes a shallow tray and a smaller bowl. The tray features a central medallion with concentric rings of green and reddish-brown fibers, bordered by a band of stepped geometric motifs and a dark-wrapped rim. The bowl-shaped basket displays a radial geometric pattern in dark and reddish-brown fibers against a light natural ground. An orange inventory tag marked with the number 76 is affixed to the interior of the bowl.
Lot: 77 - Late 19th C. Steam Locomotive 974 Photo w/ Crew
This vintage photograph, likely an albumen print or a sepia-toned silver gelatin print from the late 19th century, depicts a large steam locomotive identified as engine No. 974. The image features a group of nine railroad workers, including engineers and firemen, posing in front of and on the locomotive. The men are dressed in period industrial workwear, including denim overalls, heavy vests, and various caps, with the figure on the far left wearing a bowler hat. The locomotive exhibits characteristic features of the era, including a large funnel-shaped smokestack, a prominent headlight, and two domes on the boiler. The engine number 974 is clearly visible on the front headlight casing, the side of the sand dome, and the side of the cab. The print is housed in a contemporary period wooden frame featuring a dark, faux-tortoiseshell or grain-painted finish with a thin gilded inner lip. The photograph is set behind a cream-colored mat which bears a green inventory sticker marked 77 in the upper left corner. The reverse side reveals a traditional wooden plank backing secured with nails and a simple wire for hanging.
Lot: 78 - An Assortment of Edwardian Era French Ivory and Pearloid Celluloid Vanity Items and Picture Frames Including Tubulor
A collection of early 20th-century vanity and decorative objects crafted from grained and pearlescent celluloid, materials often referred to as French Ivory or Ivoride. This group consists of multiple easel-back picture frames, a hand mirror, and a rectangular vanity tray. One frame with a pointed-arch top features a stamped maker mark on the reverse for TUBULOR, consisting of the name within a diamond-shaped border. The hand mirror is set with an oval beveled glass plate and is decorated on the reverse with a large engraved Gothic-style monogram B. The frames contain original period photographs including a woman in a large feathered hat with an infant, a woman in Edwardian-era dress, and a child with a teddy bear. The vanity tray is designed with scalloped ends and amber-toned mottling along the edges. The construction utilizes molded celluloid with linear graining intended to simulate the appearance of natural ivory.
Lot: 79 - White Painted Bookcase w/ Wood Plank Back
This narrow wooden bookcase is finished in a heavily distressed white paint, characteristic of country rustic or shabby chic styling. The piece features a prominent, deep-molded crown and a simple plinth base. The interior is fitted with three fixed shelves, providing four levels of open storage. The back of the unit consists of vertical wood planks with a natural-toned stain, which are visible from both the front interior and the rear exterior. A fragmentary paper manufacturer label is present on the right exterior side, showing a blue field with a white P and the partial word Products. The construction is a single, non-modular unit.
Lot: 80 - Vtg Beaded, Tapestry & Enameled Mesh Evening Bags
This collection includes several vintage accessories featuring a variety of styles and materials common to mid-20th-century fashion. Included is a white enameled metal mesh clutch accented with a gold-tone buckle-style element on the front face and a top zipper closure with a silver-tone metal ball pull. Also present is a small hand-beaded pouch constructed with white seed beads, bronze-tone bead accents, and faux-pearl circular motifs, featuring a top metal zipper with a ball chain pull. The collection further includes a tapestry frame purse with a woven floral motif in red, green, and brown on a tan ground, featuring an ornate embossed dark metal frame with a double-ball kiss-lock clasp and an attached link-style metal chain handle. Completing the lot is a cream-colored beaded evening bag with stylized foliate patterns rendered in bugle beads against a seed-beaded ground, featuring a gold-tone metal frame with a kiss-lock closure and a gold-tone curb chain handle. No maker's marks or labels are visible on the interior or exterior of these items.
Lot: 81 - Set 12 Corelle by Corning Forever Yours Plates
A set of twelve Corelle by Corning plates in the Forever Yours pattern. The collection consists of six dinner plates and six salad or dessert plates. The items are manufactured from Vitrelle glass, which is a tempered glass laminate. Each piece features a cream-colored ground decorated with a transfer-printed border of pink hearts interspersed with blue-green floral sprigs and dots. The base of the plates features a printed backstamp stating: CORELLE By CORNING MICROWAVABLE NO BROILER OR STOVETOP USA. Small alphanumeric production codes, such as E, are also present on the underside. These items were manufactured in the United States during the late 20th century.
Lot: 82 - Trio Vtg Pyrex Primary Colors Nesting Mixing Bowls
This lot consists of a trio of vintage nesting mixing bowls manufactured by Pyrex as part of the Primary Colors series. The group includes three bowls of graduating sizes in yellow, green, and blue. These bowls are constructed from opaque opal glass, commonly known as milk glass, featuring a fired-on exterior color coating. The base of the yellow bowl displays an embossed circular maker mark containing the text MADE IN U.S.A. above a central PYREX logotype, with U. S. PAT. OFF. situated below.
Lot: 83 - Pair Pyrex 503 Butterprint & Olive Green Dishes
A pair of vintage mid-century modern rectangular glass refrigerator dishes manufactured by Pyrex, both in the 1.5-quart size and designated as model number 503. Each dish is constructed of white opal glass and features integrated tab handles. One dish features the Butterprint pattern, also known as the Amish or Farmer and Wife pattern, printed in a teal blue color. The decoration depicts a rural scene with a farming couple, cornstalks, a rooster, and wheat sheaves. The second dish features a fired-on solid olive green exterior finish with a white interior. The underside of each dish is embossed with the manufacturer mark reading 503 1 1/2 QT, TRADE MARK 22, PYREX (R), MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. Capacity: 1.5 Quarts each Length: 10.5 inches (including handles) Width: 7 inches Height: 3 inches.
Lot: 84 - Set Vtg Pyrex Spring Blossom Green Mixing Bowls
A set of vintage Pyrex ovenware in the Spring Blossom Green pattern, produced by Corning Glass Works in the United States. This collection is crafted from opaque white opal glass with a fired-on avocado green exterior finish featuring a stylized white floral pattern. The interiors are solid white. The group includes various sizes of standard round mixing bowls and a Cinderella style mixing bowl with dual integrated pour-spout handles. The base of the 2.5-quart bowl is embossed with the following marks: 403 2 1/2 qt - 2.5 l, PYREX, by CORNING, CORNING NY USA, BAKING AND MICROWAVE. The inclusion of metric units (liters) indicates a production date likely from the 1970s or later. Capacity: 2.5 liters (indicated on one bowl).
Lot: 85 - Vtg Pyrex Friendship Pattern Kitchenware Trio
This lot includes three pieces of vintage ovenware produced by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). The group features one rectangular 1.5-quart refrigerator dish, model 503, made of white opal glass with a solid yellow fired-on exterior color. The base of the dish is embossed with a circular mark containing the brand name, Ovenware, Made in U.S.A., and the model number 503. Also included are two clear tempered glass lids decorated with the Friendship pattern, which consists of stylized bird and floral motifs screen-printed in red, orange, and yellow. The larger round lid is marked 474-C on the handle, corresponding to a 1.5-quart round casserole dish. The smaller round lid is marked 623-C, designed for a 1-quart round casserole dish.
Lot: 86 - Two Pyrex Opal Glass Casserole Dishes in Snowflake and Town and Country Patterns
This lot features two Pyrex opal glass Cinderella casserole dishes. The smaller dish, model 473-B, displays the Snowflake pattern in yellow, consisting of large geometric snowflakes in dotted circles alternating with smaller star-burst and cross shapes. The base is embossed with the following marks: 473-B 1 QT., TRADE MARK, 10, PYREX, (R), and MADE IN U.S.A. The larger dish is decorated with the Town and Country pattern, which features a row of small, uniform star-shaped motifs in brown. This larger dish includes a clear glass lid with a handle embossed with 475-C 13. Both items were manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. Smaller bowl: 1 Quart capacity Larger bowl: 2.5 Quart capacity (based on 475 series lid).
Lot: 87 - Pair Vtg Fire-King Primrose Milk Glass Casseroles
This pair of vintage casserole dishes is manufactured by Fire-King, a brand of the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation. The dishes are constructed from opaque white milk glass and feature the Primrose pattern, which consists of a horizontal band of pink and reddish-orange five-petal flowers with dark gray leaves and stems. Both dishes are designed with integrated tab handles. The set includes two clear, tempered glass lids with round knob handles. The base of the larger dish is embossed with the following mark: T.M. REG. FIRE-KING 13 MADE IN U.S.A. 1 1/2 QT. Capacity: 1.5 quart (larger dish).
Lot: 88 - A Trio of Pink Depression Glass Citrus Juicers
A collection of three transparent pink glass kitchen items dating from the Depression era. The set includes a measuring cup base with an exterior pattern of horizontal ribbing, a single D-shaped handle, and a pour spout; the rim is notched to hold a reamer lid. Accompanying this is a reamer lid with a central conical reamer, a wide rim with a pour spout, and a small tab handle. The third item is a self-contained one-piece citrus juicer featuring a shallow bowl with a central conical reamer, a D-shaped handle, and a pour spout. These items are characteristic of the functional glassware produced by American companies like Hazel Atlas or the Federal Glass Company during the 1930s. The pieces exhibit common manufacturing traits of the period, such as prominent mold seams and small air bubbles within the glass. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 89 - Federal Glass Amber Depression Glass Citrus Reamer
This vintage citrus reamer, also known as a juicer, is attributed to the Federal Glass Company and was produced during the Depression era. The piece is manufactured from pressed amber glass. It features a central ribbed cone for extraction, situated within a basin decorated with repeating groups of vertical ribs on both the interior and exterior walls. The design incorporates an integrated loop handle and a single pouring spout. No manufacturer marks were observed on the base or body.
Lot: 90 - A Pair of Jadeite Green Glass Citrus Reamers
A pair of opaque green pressed glass citrus juicers in the Jadeite style. The set consists of a juicer bowl and a matching handheld reamer. The bowl features a central ribbed reaming cone, a paneled exterior, a single pouring spout, and an integrated D-shaped handle. The handheld reamer is designed with a star-patterned tip, a paneled shoulder, and a smooth, rounded handle. Small raised pips are present at the base of the cone on the handheld reamer. These items are attributed to Mosser Glass based on visual consensus of the pattern and color, although no manufacturer marks are visible on the pieces.
Lot: 91 - Set 7 Ironwood Animal Figurines
This collection consists of seven hand-carved animal figurines rendered in desert ironwood (Olneya tesota). The pieces display a modernist aesthetic characterized by smooth, flowing silhouettes and a polished finish that emphasizes the naturally dark, dense grain of the wood. The group includes a howling coyote, a perched bird of prey, a roadrunner with an elongated tail and crest, a long-necked wading bird, and three duck decoys in graduated sizes. This style of wood carving is typical of the Sonoran Desert region of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, and is frequently attributed to Seri (Comcaac) artisans. No maker marks, artist signatures, or labels are present on any of the figures.
Lot: 92 - Vtg Jadeite Glass Citrus Juicer & Pitcher Set
This vintage two-piece citrus juicer set is attributed to the Jeannette Glass Company. It is crafted from opaque mint green pressed glass, a material commonly known as Jadeite or Jadite. The set consists of a footed pitcher base and a coordinating removable reamer top. The pitcher features a C-shaped handle, a pronounced pouring spout, and an embossed citrus fruit medallion on the side. The reamer insert fits onto the rim of the pitcher and is designed with deep vertical ridges and six curved drainage slots to separate seeds and pulp from the juice. No maker's marks or stamps are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces shown in the photographs. This item is characteristic of American-made kitchenware produced between the 1930s and 1950s.
Lot: 93 - Nemadji Pottery Marbled Swirl Earthenware Vase
This bulbous, squat ovoid-shaped earthenware vase was manufactured by Nemadji Pottery in Moose Lake, Minnesota. The vessel features a short, slightly tapered neck and a wide rim. The exterior is decorated with a signature cold-paint marbling technique, resulting in a unique, non-repeating pattern of forest green, burnt umber, ochre, and charcoal grey swirls against a matte, cream-colored ground. The interior remains unglazed, revealing the natural reddish-brown earthenware clay body typical of this producer. The base is stamped with an authentic factory mark in black ink, featuring a profile of a Native American head with U.S.A. printed below and NEMADJI POTTERY in a circular arrangement.
Lot: 94 - Uranium Glass Citrus Juicer & Measuring Cup Set
This set consists of a measuring cup base and a matching removable reamer top, crafted from uranium glass. Often referred to as Vaseline glass due to its yellow-green tint in natural light, the material exhibits a strong neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. The measuring cup features a vertically ribbed body and an angular, faceted handle characteristic of early 20th-century pressed glass. The reamer lid includes a multi-finned cone and a stepped rim designed to sit securely on the cup. Functional measurement markings are embossed into the glass on opposite sides of the cup. One side features increments for 1/4 CUP, 1/2 CUP, 3/4 CUP, and ONE CUP. The reverse side indicates fluid ounces with markings for 2 OZ., 3 OZ., 4 OZ., 5 OZ., 6 OZ., 7 OZ., and 8 OZ. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on either piece.
Lot: 95 - Pair Vtg American Jadeite & Uranium Glass Juicers
This lot comprises two vintage American pressed glass citrus reamers from the mid-20th century. The first is a two-piece assembly consisting of a dome-shaped reamer lid with drainage slits and a graduated measuring cup base. This set is crafted from jadeite glass, characterized by its opaque, milky green appearance. The measuring cup features a vertical columnar ribbed exterior and a squared-off handle with stepped detailing. Embossed measurement markings on the vessel wall indicate ONE CUP, 3/4 CUP, 1/2 CUP, and 1/4 CUP. While no maker's mark is present, this specific design is widely attributed to the Jeannette Glass Company. The second item is a one-piece hand juicer featuring a central swirl-ribbed reamer, a pouring spout, and a circular finger-loop handle. The glass is a translucent light green that fluoresces vivid neon green under ultraviolet light, confirming its composition as uranium glass. The lower bowl of the juicer is decorated with a faceted or scalloped pattern. This form is characteristic of Sunkist reamers frequently produced by the McKee Glass Company during the Depression era. No manufacturer marks are visible on either piece.
Lot: 96 - Attr. McKee Uranium Custard Glass Citrus Juicer
A vintage pressed-glass citrus juicer or lemon reamer, crafted from opaque yellow custard glass and attributed to the McKee Glass Company, circa 1930s. The piece features a deep bowl with a central, integrated conical reamer characterized by vertical ridges. The exterior of the bowl is decorated with a pattern of vertical facets topped with rounded arches. A single D-shaped handle is located on one side, with a corresponding pouring spout on the opposite side. This item is composed of uranium-bearing glass and exhibits a strong, vivid neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. No maker marks or logos were observed on the interior or exterior surfaces of the item.
Lot: 97 - 3 Green Depression & Uranium Glass Citrus Reamers
A trio of vintage pressed glass citrus reamers in varying shades of green. The set consists of three distinct forms characteristic of American Depression-era kitchenware. Two of the reamers exhibit a vibrant green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light, confirming their composition as uranium glass. The third reamer is made of a deeper green glass and displays a more localized, muted fluorescence. The largest reamer features a rounded body decorated with wide vertical flutes and includes a large loop handle and a deep pouring spout. The medium-sized reamer is distinguished by a molded geometric block or waffle pattern around the exterior rim and a short tab handle. The third reamer, in a darker forest green, features a flat tab handle and a base decorated with concentric molded rings surrounding the central fluted cone. All three pieces are manufactured using the pressed glass technique and feature integrated pouring spouts. No embossed manufacturer marks or signatures are present on the items. Each piece bears a small green adhesive inventory sticker with handwritten digits: 46 on the large reamer and 97 on the medium and small reamers.
Lot: 98 - Attr. Aladdin Jadeite Table & Clear Bracket Lamps
This lot features two antique non-electrified oil lamps, including a table lamp attributed to Aladdin and a clear glass bracket lamp. The first lamp consists of an opaque jadeite green glass font with a stepped, rounded profile characteristic of the Aladdin Mantle Lamp Company. It is fitted with a perforated brass gallery burner and a matching brass filler cap. The second lamp is a wall-mountable bracket lamp featuring a clear, ribbed glass reservoir held in a black-painted metal frame with a keyhole mounting plate and a curved handle. This lamp is topped with a brass burner designed with four chimney-securing clips. Both pieces are original kerosene lamps and have not been converted to electricity.
Lot: 99 - Grimwades Winton Mecca Foot Warmer Ivory Ware
This is a ceramic foot warmer produced by Grimwades Ltd. under the Winton brand, titled The Mecca Foot Warmer. Crafted from English Ivory Ware earthenware, the vessel features a flattened oval form designed with no sharp corners for comfort during use. The design includes two circular finger-hole handles at the shoulders and a short neck with its original knurled ceramic screw-top stopper. The body is decorated with a Chinoiserie-inspired polychrome design over a dense black transfer-printed background of fine trailing vines. The decoration depicts two exotic birds�one in flight and one perched�amidst large pink peonies and smaller orange and yellow blossoms. The base is marked with a comprehensive black transfer backstamp: THE MECCA FOOT WARMER / MADE IN FINEST ENGLISH IVORY WARE / REG NO 571373 / GRIMWADES / [crown and globe logo] / WINTON / STOKE-ON-TRENT / ENGLAND. Additional text on the base reads NO SHARP CORNERS and CAN BE USED AS A WARMING [unclear]. The registered design number 571373 indicates the design originated circa 1910. Approximate Height: 10 - 12 inches.
Lot: 100 - Sarreguemines Art Nouveau Flambe Earthenware Vase
An Art Nouveau earthenware vase manufactured by the Sarreguemines factory. The vessel is designed with an organic, waisted form featuring vertical ribbing that flares into a tri-lobed, undulating rim. The exterior is finished in a high-gloss, multi-colored flamb� drip glaze with a palette of deep burgundy, aubergine, dark forest green, and bright turquoise. The interior of the vessel is finished in a contrasting solid turquoise glaze. The base of the vase features several impressed marks including the factory name SARREGUEMINES, the letter L, the mold number 3248, the number 221, and a small circular cipher mark.
Lot: 101 - 2 Chinese Porc. Famille Verte & Famille Rose Vases
This lot includes two Chinese porcelain vases of differing styles and periods. The first is a crackle-glaze porcelain vase decorated in famille verte enamels. The body depicts a martial scene with figures on horseback and a warrior on foot brandishing a sword, set against a cream-colored ge-type crackle glaze. It features dark iron-washed, unglazed bands around the rim and foot, and applied molded bronzed chilong motifs on the shoulders and neck. The base contains a recessed, dark-washed square with four incised Chinese characters. The mark is transcribed as Cheng Hua Nian Zhi, an apocryphal mark of the Chenghua reign, characteristic of late 19th-century to early 20th-century Nankin crackle-ware. The second item is a porcelain vase with a turquoise-blue ground decorated in famille rose enamels. It features quatrefoil cartouches against a pink ground, each containing a phoenix and peony blossoms, surrounded by scattered floral sprays on the turquoise field. The vase includes applied pink dragons on the shoulders and molded handles on the neck, with a ruyi-head border at the rim and a lappet border at the base. The base bears a red stamped seal mark transcribed as Zhong Guo Zhi Zao, which translates to Made in China, identifying it as a 20th-century export piece.
Lot: 102 - Modern Greek Style Black-Figure Pottery Vase Depicting Achilles and Patroclus
A modern decorative earthenware vase produced in the style of ancient Greek black-figure pottery. The vessel features an ovoid body with a wide mouth, a short flared neck, and a narrow stepped foot. The central frieze is hand-painted on a yellow-ochre ground, depicting the mythological scene of Achilles tending to the wounded Patroclus. This composition is a reproduction of the famous 5th-century BC Attic kylix by the Sosias Painter. Achilles is shown on the right wearing a red-crested helmet and armor, applying a bandage to the arm of the seated Patroclus. The reverse of the vase is decorated with a large, stylized black palmette and scroll motif. A Greek key meander border encircles the lower portion of the body. The neck, rim, and foot are finished in a glossy black glaze. The interior of the vase shows prominent throwing rings from the manufacturing process. No maker marks or factory stamps are visible. A small yellow lot sticker marked 102 is present on the shoulder.
Lot: 103 - Chinese Green Ground Cloisonne Floral Vase, c.1900
A Chinese cloisonne enamel vase featuring a tapering cylindrical body with a rounded shoulder, a waisted flared neck, and a spreading circular foot. The vessel is constructed of a brass base with wirework cloisons filled with polychrome enamels. The decoration consists of a vibrant green ground decorated with an interlocking wan fret pattern. The primary motifs include large, stylized floral blossoms, such as peonies and lotuses, rendered in shades of blue, pink, red, and white with multi-toned leaves. The neck displays a similar green ground with scrolled foliate patterns and a central blossom. The sections are separated by decorative bands, including ruyi-head borders in blue and red. The lower section of the body features a border of stylized lappets in black and blue enamel. The flared foot is decorated with a turquoise fish-roe or scale pattern. No maker marks or reign marks are visible on the exterior or the base.
Lot: 104 - Vtg Machine-Made & Uranium Glass Marbles
This lot comprises an uncounted collection of machine-made glass marbles in various sizes, ranging from standard players to larger shooters. The assortment features a diverse array of 20th-century styles and patterns, including multi-colored swirls, cat's eyes, solid opaques, and translucent varieties. A notable portion of the collection exhibits strong green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The marbles are presented in an open cardboard box. There are no visible manufacturer marks on the glass pieces, and the text on a small yellow label at the bottom of the box is not clearly legible.
Lot: 105 - Collection of Vtg UV Fluorescent Marbles
This lot comprises a diverse assortment of vintage marbles in various styles, colors, and sizes. Included are numerous standard-sized marbles and several larger shooter examples, such as a translucent amber-brown shooter. The collection features a wide range of patterns including cat's eyes, swirls, solid opaques, speckled designs, and transparent examples. One specific opaque green marble is marked with a white number 6 or 9 within a circle. A significant feature of this lot is the presence of multiple marbles that exhibit a vivid green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The items are housed in a cardboard box which bears a yellow adhesive label marked 105. The marbles are constructed of glass.
Lot: 106 - WWII Era Black & White Photographs & Snapshots
An assortment of vintage black and white silver gelatin photographs and snapshots dating from the World War II era. The collection features a wide variety of subject matter including military personnel in Allied uniforms, armored vehicles, and aircraft. Notable imagery includes two American soldiers holding a newspaper with the headline HITLER DEAD. Other photographs depict European landscapes, river scenes with paddle steamers, and architectural landmarks including castles and historic city centers. The photographs vary in size and format, with some featuring decorative deckled edges typical of the mid-20th century. Personnel are shown in various settings including group portraits, candid field snapshots, and formal poses.
Lot: 107 - WWII Europe Silver Gelatin Photographs & Postcards
An assortment of vintage silver gelatin prints and postcard-format photographs documenting World War II-era Europe. The collection includes numerous views of Paris landmarks, most notably the Eiffel Tower, alongside street scenes and architectural ruins. Several images depict military personnel in uniform, including candid portraits and group shots. Many prints feature characteristic deckle-edge borders and small, printed laboratory or catalog numbers in the margins, such as 8, 9, 12, and 17, resembling the series produced by French publisher Yvon. The photographs vary in composition, from professional-style travel views to amateur snapshots.
Lot: 108 - 1960s Monkees & Man from U.N.C.L.E. Trading Cards
This collection consists of vintage non-sport trading cards from the mid-1960s, primarily featuring television programs and personalities. A significant portion of the lot includes cards from the 1967 The Monkees set, which bear the copyright line 1967 Raybert Prod. Inc. TM of Screen Gems, Inc. and include the instructional text Collect All 44 Cards. Specific identified cards from this series include number 10A (group shot), number 14A (the Monkeemobile), and number 30A (Peter Tork). The collection also contains numerous cards from The Man from U.N.C.L.E. series, featuring actors Robert Vaughn as Napoleon Solo and David McCallum as Illya Kuryakin. Several of these cards feature printed facsimile signatures for Robert Vaughn. Also present are action-oriented cards likely from the same television sets, including a photographic card of a diver and a shark. The cards are printed on standard period cardstock and include both color and black-and-white photographic stills.
Lot: 109 - Russo-Japanese War & Asian Military Stereoviews
This collection of vintage stereoview cards documents military activities and conflict in East Asia during the early 20th century, specifically the Russo-Japanese War and the Boxer Rebellion. The set comprises a mix of photographic processes, including silver gelatin prints and color lithographic views, mounted on standard cardboard stereoview mounts of dark gray, tan, and green. Several cards feature the curved-mount design characteristic of the early 1900s. Visible publishers and series include Underwood & Underwood, Keystone View Company, T. W. Ingersoll, B. W. Kilburn, James M. Davis, and the Royal Series. Copyright dates visible on the mounts range from 1901 to 1905. Featured subjects include a group of Japanese Army Telegraphers (No. 85), the Russian battleship Petropavlovsk, Allied Forces in camp at the Port of Tang-Ku, China, and views of fortified heights and docks at Port Arthur, Manchuria. Captions and publisher information are printed on the margins of the mounts.
Lot: 110 - A Trio of Late 19th-Century Tintype Portraits
A trio of antique tintypes (ferrotypes) featuring various subjects from the late 19th century. The collection includes a large-format bust-length portrait of a man with a full beard wearing a jacket and vest; a seated studio portrait of a young boy dressed in a three-piece suit holding a cane; and a smaller full-length group portrait of a man, woman, and infant posed before a painted studio backdrop with a decorative wicker stand. The images are produced on dark lacquered iron plates. The reverse of the mid-sized plate features a small pink sticker with the handwritten number 110. The largest plate retains adhesive tape remnants on the verso. A small hole is punched through the lower right corner of the smallest plate.
Lot: 111 - 19th C. Tintype Studio Portraits
This collection features several original 19th-century tintypes, also known as ferrotypes, depicting a variety of Victorian-era sitters. The portraits are formal studio compositions and include individual men and women, a baby in a lace gown, couples, and small family groups. One full-length portrait of a woman is set against a painted landscape studio backdrop. The images are produced on thin iron plates and are unmounted and unframed. Several plates have clipped corners, which was a common practice for fitting the photographs into period albums or cases. There are no visible signatures, studio stamps, or inscriptions on the surfaces or reverse sides of the plates.
Lot: 112 - Gilman, The Mess Kit, Volume II: Camp Knox, 1923
This is a 1923 military yearbook, Volume II of The Mess Kit, documenting the Citizens' Military Training Camp (CMTC) at Camp Knox, Kentucky, within the Fifth Corps Area. The work was prepared by the men of the camp under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Major Edgar Dow Gilman, Engr., ORC, and published by the Military Training Camps Association of the United States in Chicago. This quarto-sized hardcover volume is bound in dark blue cloth-covered boards with gold-stamped lettering and a central gilt seal for the National Citizens' Military Training Camps. Internally, the book contains numerous black-and-white photographic plates, camp rosters, and humorous cartoons signed by Teter. It features a dedicated memorial frontispiece to President Warren G. Harding. The text includes first-person accounts such as My Experience as a K.P. by J. J. Burke and Crumbs by Robert W. Shobe.
Lot: 113 - Hitler, Mein Kampf, Annotated Edition, 1939
This octavo volume is the 1939 Reynal & Hitchcock edition of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf. It is described on the title page as the complete and unabridged version, fully annotated by a committee of ten editorial sponsors including John Chamberlain, Sidney B. Fay, and John Gunther. The book is bound in the publisher's original red cloth with stamped titles on the spine. The spine includes the words UNEXPURGATED at the top and ANNOTATED below the author's name. The internal text features extensive scholarly annotations separated from the primary text by horizontal lines. This edition was produced as a critical response to the text, with the sponsors providing historical context and corrections. Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.75 inches.
Lot: 114 - Robert A. Reid, The Blue Book: PPIE Souvenir, 1915
This oblong quarto publication is titled The Blue Book: A Comprehensive Official Souvenir View Book Illustrating the Panama-Pacific International Exposition at San Francisco 1915. Published in 1915 by Robert A. Reid, the work serves as an official photographic record of the world's fair. The volume is bound in the publisher's blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the front board and spine. The spine features a decorative graphic depicting the Tower of Jewels. The interior is composed of monochrome halftone photographic plates documenting the architecture, grounds, and exhibits of the exposition. Visible internal pages include portraits of The Woman's Board, featuring Mrs. Phoebe A. Hearst, Mrs. F. G. Sanborn, and Mrs. Gaillard Stoney, as well as photographic documentation of industrial exhibits such as the Union Oil Company of California. The book includes a title page, an introduction, and numerous captioned views of the Palaces, Courts, and State Buildings.
Lot: 115 - S. Myers, History of West Virginia, 1915, 2 Vols
This two-volume set, titled Myers' History of West Virginia, was authored by Sylvester Myers and published in 1915. The work is bound in the publisher's burgundy cloth with gold-stamped titles on the front covers. The title page of Volume I specifies the work is complete in two volumes. Volume II includes a prefatory note addressed to the public, signed by S. Myers and dated August 1st, 1915, from New Martinsville, West Virginia. This note explains that the inclusion of additional historical matter necessitated the division of the work into two volumes. The text covers regional history and social customs, including descriptions of pioneer life and community traditions. The volumes are roughly octavo in size. A pink circular sticker with the number 115 is adhered to the upper right corner of the front cover of Volume II.
Lot: 116 - 3 William McKinley Commemorative Biographies, 1901
A trio of contemporary hardcover volumes concerning the life and death of U.S. President William McKinley, published in the immediate aftermath of his assassination in 1901. The first volume is the Memorial Edition of Complete Life of William McKinley and Story of His Assassination by Marshall Everett, bound in blue-green cloth with ornate gilt-stamped scrolling decorations and a central inset oval portrait. This edition claims to contain every incident in the career of the president and is profusely illustrated with photographs, including the assassination scene. The second item is a salesman's prospectus for the Illustrious Life of William McKinley Our Martyred President by Murat Halstead. Bound in tan cloth with black and gold stamped decorations and a central portrait, it includes a Special Notice to Agents and the Public detailing the preparation of the full memorial volume. The third work is The Life of William McKinley: Soldier, Statesman and President by John W. Tyler, published by P. W. Ziegler and Co. of Philadelphia and Chicago. It includes an introduction by Honorable James Rankin Young and memorial tributes by prominent national figures. All three works are presented in quarto format with decorative cloth bindings characteristic of turn-of-the-century subscription publishing.
Lot: 117 - US War Dept, War of the Rebellion Official Records
An assortment of volumes from the extensive historical series titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States War Department through the Government Printing Office. These octavo volumes belong to Series I and contain primary source documentation, including military reports and correspondence from the American Civil War. Specific volumes present include components of Volume XXIV (Vicksburg Campaign), Volume XXXI (Knoxville Campaign), Volume XXXIX (Tupelo, Mobile Bay, and Allatoona), and Volume XL (Petersburg and Richmond). Each volume is bound in publisher's original dark brown or black cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. The spine text identifies the series, volume, part, and serial number, alongside a brief summary of the operations and dates covered. Visible serial numbers include 36, 37, 38, 54, 78, 79, 80, 81, and 82. The interior pages are printed on standard paper stock and feature official correspondence from high-ranking military officials such as Lieutenant-General U.S. Grant, Major-General Halleck, and Major-General Burbridge.
Lot: 118 - U.S. War Dept. War of Rebellion: Records, c. 1971
A collection of multiple volumes from the work titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. These volumes are from the 20th-century reprint edition published by the National Historical Society, as evidenced by the Franklin, Nashville, etc. imprint located at the base of the spines. The group consists of volumes from Series I, with visible volume and part numbers including Vol. XXXIII, Vol. XLV Part I (Reports), Vol. XLV Part II (Correspondence, etc.), Vol. XLIV, Vol. XLVI, and Vol. XXX Part IV (Correspondence). Each volume corresponds to specific serial numbers such as Serial No. 60, 93, 94, and 53. The books are bound in publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped titles and series information on the spines. The interior pages contain comprehensive transcriptions of primary source documents from the American Civil War, including reports and correspondence. An interior page displays correspondence from March 1864 involving Union officers in West Virginia.
Lot: 119 - Jenkins, Pennsylvania Colonial & Federal, 2 Vols
This lot comprises Volumes I and II of the historical survey Pennsylvania Colonial and Federal: A History 1608-1905, edited by Howard M. Jenkins. The set was published in 1905 (MCMV) by the Pennsylvania Historical Publishing Association, located at One Hundred and Forty North Fifteenth Street, Philadelphia. The books are bound in publisher's maroon textured cloth with gilt-stamped titles, the editor's name, and gold-ruled lines on the spines. Both volumes are large octavo in size. The title pages feature a centered Seal of Pennsylvania. Volume Two contains a frontispiece portrait facing the title page. This work provides a comprehensive chronological history of Pennsylvania from 1608 through 1905.
Lot: 120 - Godcharles, Pennsylvania: Political & Civil, 1933
A multi-volume set titled Pennsylvania: Political, Governmental, Military and Civil, authored by Frederic A. Godcharles, Litt. D., former State Librarian and Director Museum. This set was published by The American Historical Society, Inc., New York, circa 1933. The set includes volumes titled: Biographical Volume; Physical, Economic and Social Volume; Governmental Volume; Political and Civil History Volume; and Military Volume. The books are bound in the publisher's textured blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative horizontal bands on the spines. Each volume contains a frontispiece portrait with a simple black border framing the title page. The Biographical Volume features a frontispiece portrait of a man with a printed facsimile signature transcribed as Jno. McElhenny. The volumes provide a comprehensive historical and biographical survey of the state of Pennsylvania.
Lot: 121 - Horne, Great Men & Famous Women, Selmar Hess, 1894
A set of volumes of the biographical work Great Men and Famous Women: A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History, edited by Charles F. Horne. This collection was published in New York by Selmar Hess and bears a copyright date of 1894. The quarto-sized volumes are bound in brown half-leather with textured boards. The front covers feature gilt-stamped titles and decorative floral ornaments. The spines are designed with five raised bands and ornate gold gilt-stamped motifs, including thistles and scrollwork. The work is organized into thematic sections: Soldiers and Sailors, Statesmen and Sages, Workmen and Heroes, and Artists and Authors. The title pages are printed with a decorative border and include a centered illustration of classical figures.
Lot: 121A - Washington Irving, Works, Kaaterskill Ed., c.1880s
A multi-volume set comprising the works of Washington Irving, published by Pollard & Moss of New York as The Kaaterskill Edition. The books are bound in the publisher's original brown decorative cloth with elaborate gilt and black stamped ornamentation on the front covers and spines. The front covers feature the author's name in stylized typography within a scrolled banner, set below a decorative band containing script inspired by the Nasrid motto found in the Alhambra. The spines are decorated with a gilt portrait medallion of Irving and list the specific titles included in each volume, such as The Sketch Book, Alhambra, Life of Columbus, Knickerbocker's New York, and Life of Mahomet. The set includes a prefatory biography titled Life of Washington Irving, authored by Richard Henry Stoddard. The text is printed in a double-column format.
Lot: 122 - Boyd Crumrine, History of Washington County, 1882
History of Washington County, Pennsylvania, with Biographical Sketches of Many of its Pioneers and Prominent Men. Edited by Boyd Crumrine and published in Philadelphia by L. H. Everts & Co. in 1882. The volume was printed by the Press of J. B. Lippincott & Co. This large-format quarto volume is bound in what appears to be original dark-maroon leather featuring ornate gilded borders and a central gilt title block on the front board. The work provides a comprehensive account of the county history, organized by township and borough, and includes extensive biographical records of local figures. It is illustrated with full-page lithographic plates, portraits, and scenes, including a view of Trinity Hall Boarding School for Boys.
Lot: 123 - Gibson, History of York County Pennsylvania, 1886
John Gibson, Historical Editor. History of York County Pennsylvania, From the Earliest Period to the Present Time. Chicago: F. A. Battey Publishing Co., 1886. This large quarto volume is bound in publisher's half-leather over brown pebble-grained cloth boards. The front cover and spine are decorated with elaborate gilt-stamped titles and ornate flourishes. The spine features five raised bands creating compartments decorated with gilt floral motifs. The text is divided into sections covering general, special, township, and borough histories, followed by an appended biographical department. The volume is illustrated with numerous plates, including oval-framed portraits of John L. Mayer and John Gardner Campbell with their facsimile signatures.
Lot: 124 - G.W.F. Hegel, Lectures on History of Phil, 3 Vols
A complete three-volume set of Hegel's Lectures on the History of Philosophy, translated from the German by E. S. Haldane and Frances H. Simson. This edition is a joint publication by Routledge and Kegan Paul of London and The Humanities Press of New York. The work is bound in publisher's cloth and includes the original tan paper dust jackets. Volume One credits E. S. Haldane as the translator, while Volumes Two and Three credit both Haldane and Frances H. Simson. Each title page features a publisher's device depicting a gatehouse. No publication date is present on the provided title pages. The spines of the dust jackets include the title, volume number, and the Humanities Press imprint at the base. The volumes are octavo-sized.
Lot: 125 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records c.1880
A collection of volumes from Series I of the historical publication The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Published by the Government Printing Office (GPO), these octavo-sized hardcovers are bound in dark publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped text on the spines. The collection covers various military operations from 1862 through 1864, specifically including reports and correspondence for Volume XIX (Antietam and South Mountain), Volume XX (Stone's River), Volume XXVI (Port Hudson), Volume XXIX (Bristoe and Mine Run), Volume XXXI (Knoxville and Missionary Ridge), and Volume XXXII (Meridian Expedition). The internal pages contain detailed military records, including reports from divisional commanders such as Brig. Gens. Jefferson C. Davis, John B. Turchin, and Richard W. Johnson. The spines identify the series, volume, part, and serial number, along with a summary of the campaigns contained within.
Lot: 126 - Shakespeare, Works, Half-Leather Set, c. 1901
This collection consists of multiple volumes of the works of William Shakespeare, bound in half-leather with red marbled paper boards. The spines feature four compartments with gilt-stamped floral decorations. The title and volume numbers are printed in gilt in the upper compartments, while the lower compartments list the specific plays contained within each volume. Visible volume numbers include II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, X, and XII, with one additional volume present that lacks its spine leather. The plays listed on the spines include Measure for Measure, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like It, The Merchant of Venice, All's Well That Ends Well, Twelfth Night, Cymbeline, King John, Troilus and Cressida, Romeo and Juliet, Richard II, King Lear, Antony and Cleopatra, Othello, Henry IV Parts I and II, King Henry V, Henry VI Part I, Coriolanus, Henry VIII, and Macbeth, with Volume XII serving as an index. These volumes are small octavo (8vo) in size. A handwritten price tag on the spine of Volume XII identifies the set as being from 1901.
Lot: 127 - Crouse & Peters, Currier & Ives, 2 Vols, 1936-42
Two hardcover volumes concerning the history and lithographic works of Currier and Ives. The first volume is titled Mr. Currier and Mr. Ives: A Note on Their Lives and Times by Russel Crouse, published by the Garden City Publishing Company, Inc., Garden City, New York, 1936 (MCMXXXVI). This book is bound in tan publisher cloth with red decorative borders and titles on the front cover. It contains 32 illustrations in color and black and white, featuring a color frontispiece titled The Road - Winter. The second volume is Currier and Ives: Printmakers to the American People by Harry T. Peters, published by Doubleday, Doran and Co., Inc., Garden City, New York. This is a large-format quarto bound in beige boards with a grey ornamental border and a black title panel on the front cover inset with a color illustration of The Road - Winter. It includes numerous plates, including a color frontispiece of Home to Thanksgiving and thematic plates such as The Tree of Life and Mississippi River scenes. Both volumes feature pink auction stickers numbered 127 on the front covers.
Lot: 128 - Maritime Signal Lantern w/ Glass Fresnel Lens
An antique maritime signal lantern featuring a clear glass Fresnel lens and a metal body with a dark patina. The unit is designed for bulkhead or wall mounting, characterized by a flat rear panel and a hinged rectangular access door. The construction includes a tiered ventilation chimney with decorative club-shaped cutouts and a circular top ring handle for carrying or suspension. Additional matching ventilation cutouts are located along the lower rear base. An oval manufacturer's plaque is affixed to the upper shoulder, though the stamped text is worn and not clearly legible. The metal appears to be a copper or brass alloy, typical of marine hardware from the late 19th to early 20th century. Similar examples are frequently associated with American marine equipment manufacturers such as Perko or Wilcox Crittenden.
Lot: 129 - Harvard Oil & Gasoline Can, George Worthington Co
This vintage galvanized steel oil and gasoline dispenser was manufactured by the Schlueter Manufacturing Company of St. Louis, Missouri, as part of their DeLuxe line. It was produced as a private label item for The George Worthington Company of Cleveland, Ohio, under their The Harvard brand name. The cylindrical body features diagonal corrugated strengthening ribs and original red-painted bands at the upper and lower rims. The unit is equipped with a threaded metal screw cap on the domed top and a heavy-gauge wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip. A metal discharge spigot with a thumb-turn valve is integrated into the base. The front of the can retains a large, multi-colored paper lithograph label depicting a yellow banner against a red foliage background. The label identifies the contents and reads THE HARVARD MADE ESPECIALLY FOR THE GEORGE WORTHINGTON CO. CLEVELAND, OHIO. The underside of the can features an embossed circular manufacturer mark. Markings: The base is embossed with S C H L U E T E R M F G C O and S T. L O U I S around the perimeter, with D E L U X E over M A D E I N U . S . A . in the center. Height: approximately 14 inches Diameter: approximately 9 inches.
Lot: 130 - J.A. Harps Mfg. Co. Never-Fail Kerosene Pump Can
This antique liquid fuel dispenser was manufactured by the J.A. Harps Manufacturing Company of Greenfield, Ohio. Identified as The Never-Fail model, the piece consists of a cylindrical body constructed of galvanized steel. The top surface is fitted with a central plunger pump mechanism and a swivel-style curved discharge spout. A wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip is attached to the side ears. The front of the container retains its original multi-colored lithographed paper label. Transcribed text on the label includes 5 GALLONS, THE NEVER-FAIL, FOR KEROSENE, and J.A. HARPS MFG. CO. GREENFIELD, OHIO, U.S.A. The label also lists a patent date of May 9, 1893, alongside operational directions and a manufacturer guarantee. Two circular insignias read TESTED AND GUARANTEED.
Lot: 131 - Quaker State Green Shield 2-Gal. Motor Oil Can
This is a vintage rectangular two-gallon motor oil can for Green Shield Motor Oil. The lithographed tin container was manufactured by the Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation of Oil City, Pennsylvania. The front and back faces display a prominent green shield logo with GREEN SHIELD in bold lettering and MOTOR OIL positioned below. Above the shield, the can is marked 2 U.S. GALLONS NET. Along the base of the panels, the manufacturer name and location are printed. One side panel contains instructional text regarding the oil's lubrication properties and specifies it was MADE IN U.S.A. The top of the can features an integrated metal carrying handle and its original threaded metal screw cap. 11.5 inches H x 8.5 inches W x 5.5 inches D.
Lot: 132 - Vintage Allstate Regular Motor Oil 10-Quart Can
A vintage Allstate Regular Motor Oil 10-quart lithographed tin can, originally distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co. The front of the can features a three-color graphic design in red, white, and metallic gold. The Allstate brand name is displayed in white block letters within a red rectangle, positioned over a red outline map of the United States. Below this, the word REGULAR is printed in red. The lower half is divided into red and white panels with a large yellow oil droplet graphic in the center that features a graduated scale. The text on the front includes motor OIL and promotional copy stating gives... economical performance. reduces... friction, wear. along with the volume markings 10 U.S. QUARTS and 9.463 LITRES. The reverse side provides technical specifications, identifying the product as WAX-FREE, NON-ADDITIVE MOTOR OIL, REFINED AND 100% VACUUM DISTILLED FROM SELECTED CRUDE OIL. It lists product benefits such as FIGHTS FRICTION TO REDUCE WEAR, CLEANS AS IT LUBRICATES, and KEEPS MOTOR TEMPERATURE DOWN. It notes compliance with the American Petroleum Institute service rating for ML�MOTOR SERVICE LIGHT and is marked MADE IN U.S.A. The top of the can features a wire bale handle and a stamped metal screw-top cap. The top surface is embossed with the phrase CONTENTS GUARANTEED ONLY WHEN SEAL INTACT. The cap is stamped with the oil weight SAE 20-20W. Capacity: 10 U.S. Quarts (9.463 Liters).
Lot: 133 - U.S. M1917 Pattern Wooden Ammunition Storage Crate
This wooden transport crate is consistent with the U.S. military M1917 pattern, utilized for machine gun ammunition transport and storage throughout the mid-20th century. The box is constructed from heavy-duty lumber with a standard olive drab exterior finish and a natural wood interior. It features reinforced corners with metal strapping secured by rivets. The hinged lid is equipped with two wooden stacking cleats on the top surface. A heavy-duty metal tension latch is mounted to the front for secure closure. One side retains a thick, natural-fiber rope handle threaded through wooden blocks, while the opposite side shows only the metal mounting plate where the second handle was originally attached. No original military stencils, manufacturer codes, or National Stock Numbers are visible. A modern yellow inventory sticker marked 133 is present on the front latch.
Lot: 134 - Pfaltzgraff Village Stoneware Jug Table Lamp
This table lamp is composed of a stoneware jug base manufactured by The Pfaltzgraff Co. of York, Pennsylvania. The jug features the Village pattern, characterized by a cream-colored glaze and a stylized brown floral motif on the front. A loop handle is attached to the upper side of the body. An impressed mark on the shoulder of the jug reads THE PFALTZGRAFF CO YORK PA 6. The lamp is fitted with a brown pleated fabric shade of a tapered drum design. The electrical components include a standard brown cord with a two-prong US plug and a traditional turn-knob socket.
Lot: 135 - Vtg Primitive Wood Cutlery Caddy w/ Arched Handle
A vintage wooden utilitarian carry tray or caddy, commonly utilized for organizing cutlery or small hand tools. The object is of rectangular form with canted or flared sides. It is constructed of solid wood with a honey-toned finish and joined using small nails. A central divider runs the length of the caddy, featuring a raised arched profile with a carved oval aperture serving as a handle. The interior is divided into two equal compartments. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the piece. A small pink adhesive tag with the number 135 is present on one side.
Lot: 136 - American Tobacco Co. Oak Boot Jack Display Box
An antique wooden counter-top display box for Boot Jack Plug Tobacco. The box is of rectangular form and is constructed from oak with finger-jointed corners and a hinged lid. The interior of the lid features a large yellow oval lithographed paper label with a red-dotted border, reading BOOT JACK PLUG TOBACCO COSTLIEST BECAUSE BEST. The front exterior of the box retains a partial yellow paper label reading BOOT JACK and features two metal eyelets and a partial metal latch. The underside of the box bears various factory stamps, including a red rectangular stamp for The American Tobacco Co., Factory No., and State of Kentucky, along with large black characters for BOOT JACK and red numbers 3-1-2. These boxes were produced for the American Tobacco Company, which acquired the original brand owner, John Finzer and Brothers of Louisville, Kentucky, in the late 19th century. Approximate dimensions: 12 inches x 4 inches x 2.5 inches.
Lot: 137 - A Pair of Leather Straps with Cast Brass Crotal Sleigh Bells
This lot features a pair of matching leather straps, each mounted with three large cast brass or bronze crotal bells. The bells are spherical in form with a traditional cross-cut petal opening on the lower half. Each bell is attached to a thick, double-layered dark brown leather strap. The construction includes rectangular metal keepers that secure the leather layers. One strap retains a white paper inventory tag with the handwritten number 137. There are no visible maker marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps on either the metal bells or the leather straps.
Lot: 138 - A Set of Antique Brass Swedish Style Rump Strap Sleigh Bells on Leather
A set of antique crotal-style sleigh bells mounted on a heavy, double-layered dark brown leather strap. This configuration is characteristic of a horse rump strap used in the Swedish or Swiss tradition. The cast metal bells feature traditional petal-style slit designs and contain internal clappers. The bells are secured to the leather via metal fasteners through the strap. The leather assembly is constructed from multiple thick layers and includes a functional buckle with a tapered end and leather keepers. One bell exhibits a silvery-toned surface finish, while the others show a standard brass patina. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or patent dates are visible on the metal or leather components.
Lot: 139 - Set 4 Ohio Tool Co & Philadelphia Molding Planes
A set of four antique wooden molding planes manufactured by the Ohio Tool Company and a Philadelphia-based maker, dating to the mid-to-late 19th century. This collection includes two hollow planes designed for creating convex moldings and two planes featuring complex decorative profiles, such as ogees or bead and cove patterns. The plane bodies are constructed of beech wood and include their original steel irons and matching wooden wedges. Three planes are stamped OHIO TOOL CO on the toe. The fourth plane is marked on the toe with a regional stamp reading WARRANTED in an arc over PHILAD. One complex plane features a boxed sole for reinforced wear. A pink inventory sticker with the number 139 is attached to one plane body. Length: 9 to 10 inches (approximately).
Lot: 140 - Sears, Roebuck & Co. Ranger Air Rifle Shot Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate produced for Sears, Roebuck and Co. to distribute Ranger brand air rifle shot. The crate is constructed of wood panels joined with metal nails. The front panel features black stenciled lettering reading AIR RIFLE SHOT, SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., CHICAGO, ILL. One side panel is stenciled with 25 1 LB. BAGS above a large, bold RANGER, followed by THE PERFECT and AIR RIFLE SHOT in smaller type. The underside of the crate retains a partial paper shipping label from the Sears, Roebuck and Co. Atlanta, Georgia location. Legible text on the label includes CONTENTS, MERCHANDISE�FOURTH CLASS and the number 832274. The crate has an open top and a rectangular form.
Lot: 141 - Pair Cast Brass Colonial Baluster Candlesticks
A pair of cast and turned brass candlesticks. Each piece is constructed with a wide, circular stepped base supporting a stem featuring traditional baluster turnings. The central portion of the stem is accented with a prominent faceted, hexagonal knop. The stems culminate in flared, circular candle cups. The design reflects a Neoclassical or early American Colonial style. No maker's marks or country-of-origin stamps are visible.
Lot: 142 - Pair Empire Weighted Pewter Candlesticks, 834
A pair of weighted pewter candlesticks featuring a traditional baluster-form stem with ring-turned detailing. Each candlestick is designed with a wide, trumpet-shaped candle cup and sits on a flared, circular weighted base. The metal has a satin finish typical of mid-century American pewter. The underside of each base features stamped marks. Literal Transcription: Empire PEWTER WEIGHTED 834.
Lot: 143 - Firestone Model 4-A-83 AM Clock Radio w/ Telechron
This vintage tabletop AM clock radio was manufactured for Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. and features an integrated Telechron electric clock movement. The model is identified on the original rear label as Stock No. 4-A-83 with Code No. 651-0-935. The unit is housed in a cream-colored molded plastic cabinet characterized by horizontal-slotted speaker grilles. The front interface is designed with a symmetrical dual-dial layout. The left circular dial contains the analog clock face marked Telechron Movement and Lullaby Switch, featuring auxiliary controls for Auto/Off/On radio functions and a pull/push alarm setting. The right circular dial is the radio tuner, marked Firestone at the base and calibrated for AM frequencies from 55 to 160. A small central knob at the bottom edge serves as the volume and power control. The rear of the unit is enclosed by a perforated fiberboard panel which includes a tube placement diagram for a five-tube complement: 35W4, 12BE6, 12BA6, 12AT6, and 50C5. The original brown two-prong power cord and an orange Underwriters Laboratories UL service sticker are present.
Lot: 144 - Bersted Mfg. Art Deco Chrome Waffle Iron w/ Tag
This vintage electric waffle iron is manufactured by the Bersted Mfg. Company of Fostoria, Ohio, and Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The unit features an Art Deco-style chrome-plated circular housing with brown fluted composite handles. The lid is decorated with a stylized winged motif that houses an integrated temperature gauge. The gauge dial includes a needle indicator with markings for COLD, BAKE, and HOT, and is stamped with MADE IN U.S.A. The interior consists of two round cast metal waffle plates, divided into four quadrants with a standard square grid pattern. An original yellow paper guarantee tag from the Bersted Mfg. Company remains attached to one of the handles. The appliance is equipped with a black and green fabric-wrapped power cord with a two-prong plug.
Lot: 145 - Griswold ERIE No. 10 Cast Iron Round Griddle 740
This is a vintage round cast iron griddle manufactured by the Griswold Manufacturing Co. of Erie, Pennsylvania. The piece is a size No. 10 and features a single handle with a teardrop-shaped hanging aperture. The underside of the griddle contains several cast identifiers: the size number 10 is located near the top edge, the pattern number 740 is centered, and the maker's location ERIE is marked in an arc at the bottom. Additionally, the back of the handle is marked with the numeral 10. The item is constructed of cast iron with a low-profile rim and a flat cooking surface.
Lot: 146 - Wagner Ware Sidney Fat Free Fryer Griddle 1102H
This vintage circular cast iron griddle is a Wagner Ware Sidney -O- Fat Free Fryer, model number 1102H. The piece is constructed of cast iron and features a shallow rim with two small, integrated pour spouts located on opposing sides. It is equipped with a long handle featuring a teardrop-shaped hanging hole. The underside of the griddle is clearly marked with the stylized Wagner Ware logo above the location Sidney -O-. Additional incised text includes the product name FAT FREE FRYER, the notation PAT APPLD FOR, and the model number 1102H. The cooking surface and exterior exhibit a dark, seasoned patina consistent with use, with faint circular patterns visible within the seasoning on the interior surface. A small paper inventory tag is currently attached to the handle via a string.
Lot: 147 - Mid-Century Yellow & Black Enamelware Percolator
A vintage stovetop coffee percolator featuring a bright yellow enamel-coated metal body and lid. The design is accented with contrasting black enameled trim on the handle, spout, and rim. The lid is topped with a translucent green glass percolator knob. The interior includes a two-piece black enameled percolator assembly composed of a central stem and a perforated filter basket. Based on visual characteristics and market parallels, this item is likely of mid-20th-century Japanese manufacture. No maker marks or stamps are present on the underside or exterior. An orange adhesive label with the number 147 is affixed to the side.
Lot: 148 - Pyrex Snowflake Garland Milk Glass Kitchen Set
This collection of opaque white milk glass kitchen items features the Snowflake Garland pattern, produced by Pyrex (Corning). The decoration consists of a blue scalloped border interspersed with stylized snowflake motifs. The set includes two butter dishes with lids, two tapered cruets with blue plastic stoppers, a cream pitcher, an open sugar bowl, and a pair of salt and pepper shakers. The shakers are labeled Salt and Pepper in blue script integrated into the pattern and are topped with chrome-tone metal screw caps. Base marks on the pieces identify the manufacturer as PYREX BRAND TABLEWARE BY CORNING MADE IN U.S.A. and include the glassblower logo inside a rounded square with MADE IN U.S.A. below.
Lot: 149 - Hand-Carved Single-Branch 4-Tine Wood Pitchfork
This primitive agricultural implement is a hand-carved four-tine wooden pitchfork, crafted from a single branched limb. The tool features a long, tapered handle that transitions into four integral, curved tines. The wood surface has been smooth-shaven and possesses a polished finish that highlights the natural grain patterns and knots. This piece exemplifies traditional folk art construction techniques used for 19th or early 20th-century farm tools. A small yellow adhesive label with the number 149 is adhered to the upper portion of the handle. No maker marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 150 - Pyrex Snowflake Garland Nesting Casserole Trio
This set comprises three Pyrex nesting bowls in the Snowflake Garland pattern, manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. These bowls were produced between approximately 1972 and 1975. The set is constructed from white opal glass with fired-on exterior colors. The arrangement includes two turquoise-blue bowls with white decorative patterns and one white bowl with a turquoise-blue pattern. The pattern consists of a scalloped line motif with pendant stylized snowflakes and dots along the upper exterior. Each bowl is a round ovenware dish featuring integrated tab handles. The largest bowl bears the base markings: 473 1 QT., TRADE MARK, 9, PYREX, (R), MADE IN U.S.A., OVENWARE. 471: 1 Pint capacity 472: 1.5 Pint capacity 473: 1 Quart capacity.
Lot: 151 - Pyrex Snowflake Charcoal Oval Casserole w/ Lid 045
This vintage Pyrex oval casserole dish features the Snowflake Charcoal pattern. The dish is constructed of white opal glass with a deep charcoal gray fired-on exterior finish. The exterior is decorated with a repeating series of white stylized snowflakes. The interior of the bowl is white. It includes a corresponding clear borosilicate glass lid with integrated handles. The base of the dish is embossed with the following marks: 045 2 1/2 QT. / PYREX (R) / MADE IN U.S.A. / 14. The model number 045 identifies this as the 2.5-quart oval casserole. This pattern was originally introduced by Pyrex in the mid-1950s. Capacity: 2.5 Quarts.
Lot: 152 - Pyrex Hot Air Balloons Turquoise Cinderella Bowl
This is an opaque milk glass mixing bowl in the Cinderella style, manufactured by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). It features a fired-on turquoise blue exterior decorated with the Balloons pattern, a promotional design first introduced in 1958. The white lithograph pattern depicts various early hot air balloons, stylized flying machines, and a man-in-the-moon motif. The Cinderella shape includes two integrated handles of unequal size which also act as pouring spouts. The base of the bowl is embossed with the number 441, indicating a 1.5-pint capacity, along with the Pyrex logo and the text MADE IN U.S.A.
Lot: 153 - Pyrex Turquoise Butterprint Cinderella Bowl 441
This is a vintage Pyrex Cinderella mixing bowl featuring the Butterprint pattern, which was first introduced in 1957 and is also commonly known as the Amish pattern. The bowl is made of milk glass with a fired-on turquoise blue exterior finish. The white decorative pattern depicts a farmer and his wife, wheat stalks, and roosters. The Cinderella design includes two integrated handles of different sizes that function as pouring spouts. The base is embossed with the following marks: T.M. REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. 441 PYREX MADE IN U.S.A. along with a circled R symbol. This model number 441 corresponds to the 1.5-pint capacity bowl, the smallest in the standard nesting set. Diameter: approximately 7.5 inches from handle to handle.
Lot: 154 - Trio Pyrex Primary Colors Refrig. Dishes w/ Lids
This lot consists of a trio of vintage Pyrex refrigerator storage dishes from the Primary Colors collection, each accompanied by its original clear glass lid. The group includes one large rectangular dish (model 503) featuring a fired-on turquoise blue finish and two small square dishes (model 501) with fired-on bright yellow finishes. These items are constructed from white opal glass, a classic material for mid-century American kitchenware. Each dish is fitted with a clear glass lid designed with a characteristic fluted or ribbed top. The underside of the yellow dishes is embossed with manufacturer's marks reading 501-B, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., and the number 10. This set was manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States.
Lot: 155 - Pyrex Primary Colors Refrigerator Dishes w/ Lids
This lot consists of three vintage Pyrex refrigerator storage dishes, frequently referred to as fridgies, from the Primary Colors collection. The set features one large rectangular dish in yellow and two smaller dishes in red. Each item is manufactured from opaque white milk glass with a fired-on exterior enamel finish. Each dish includes its original clear pressed glass lid, which is characterized by a ribbed top surface. The base of the yellow dish is embossed with clear manufacturer markings including 502, 1 1/2 QT, Trade Mark, 12, Pyrex, a circular logo containing CG, Made in U.S.A., and Ovenware. The two red dishes are model number 501. Auction labels and adhesive residue are visible on the exterior of the pieces. Large Yellow Dish (Model 502): 1.5 Quart capacity Small Red Dishes (Model 501): 1.5 Cup capacity each.
Lot: 156 - Pair Vtg Pyrex Rainbow Stripes Mixing Bowls
A pair of vintage Pyrex mixing bowls in the Rainbow Stripes pattern. These bowls are constructed from opaque white milk glass with fired-on colored horizontal bands. One bowl features alternating bands of medium blue and white, while the second bowl features alternating bands of tan, also known as sandalwood, and white. The base of the blue bowl contains embossed marks including 1 1/2 PT., TRADE MARK, PYREX, (R), and MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. Capacity: 1.5 pints per bowl.
Lot: 157 - Owens-Illinois Green Hoosier Canisters & Shakers
This set of vintage kitchen glassware was manufactured by the Owens-Illinois Glass Company. The items are crafted from transparent emerald green glass and feature a square footprint with a diagonal ribbed swirl pattern on the sides. The collection includes a large storage canister with a solid, flat-topped metal screw lid and several matching spice shakers with domed, perforated metal lids. The base of the jars is embossed with the Owens-Illinois trademark, consisting of a diamond shape superimposed over an oval with a central circle. The embossed markings include the number 3 to the left, 4 to the right, and 3 at the bottom, which identifies the manufacturer and dates the production to approximately 1934-1944. These containers were typically designed for use as accessories in Hoosier kitchen cabinets.
Lot: 159 - Weller Clinton Ivory Forest Swan Jardiniere
This cylindrical earthenware jardiniere is a product of Weller Pottery, Zanesville, Ohio, featuring the Clinton Ivory pattern. The exterior displays a continuous relief-molded woodland scene, with a pair of swans on water as the primary focal point, surrounded by dense trees and foliage. The piece is finished in a cream-colored glaze with wiped brown highlights that accentuate the depth of the embossed decoration. The base is marked with a blue ink stamp featuring the words WELLER POTTERY arched over a central dome-shaped motif.
Lot: 160 - Pair Watt Pottery Banded Yellowware Mixing Bowls
A pair of yellowware ceramic nesting mixing bowls produced by Watt Pottery. Each bowl is constructed with a round form featuring a flared rim and an unglazed foot ring. The exterior of each piece is decorated with a triple-band pattern consisting of a wide reddish-maroon horizontal stripe flanked by two thin light blue stripes over a yellow glaze. Both bowls bear incised circular marks on the underside. The mark on the smaller bowl is incised WATT WARE U.S.A. OVEN with the number 12 in the center. The mark on the larger bowl is incised WATT WARE U.S.A. OVEN with the number 14 in the center. These numbers correspond to the manufacturer's size designations for this line of kitchenware.
Lot: 161 - Princess Feather Cobalt Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp
This antique kerosene lamp is constructed with a cobalt blue pressed glass base and font, paired with a clear glass chimney. The glass body features the Princess Feather pattern, a classic Early American Pressed Glass (EAPG) design characterized by interlocking circles and stylized floral or star motifs. This pattern is consistently applied to the font, the central faceted stem, and the flared circular base. The burner assembly is made of brass and includes a wick raiser mechanism. No manufacturer stamps, signatures, or marks are visible on the glass or metal hardware.
Lot: 162 - US War Dept, War of the Rebellion Records, 19th C
A group of multiple volumes of The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., during the late 19th century. These hardcover volumes are bound in dark charcoal textured cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and ornamentation on the spines. This collection belongs to Series I and includes various parts of Volumes XII, XXX, XXXIV, XXXV, and XXXVII. The text covers military operations and official correspondence from 1863 and 1864 across multiple theaters including South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, the Trans-Mississippi, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia. Specific military actions identified include the Chickamauga Campaign, the Red River Campaign, the Camden Expedition, and operations at Fort Stevens. Internal pages feature official reports and correspondence from military figures such as Brigadier-General Nathan Kimball and Colonel W. R. Judson. The books are large octavo in format.
Lot: 163 - Green Princess Feather Pressed Glass Oil Lamp
This is a vintage pressed glass oil lamp in a translucent green color. The font is decorated in the Princess Feather pattern, a design originating in the Victorian era, featuring a central floral motif surrounded by elaborate scrollwork and a band of diamond cross-hatching at the shoulder. The pedestal base is highly ornate with a four-footed, scalloped design and deep scrollwork motifs consistent with the overall pattern. The lamp is fitted with a silver-tone metal prong-style burner and includes a clear glass chimney and a cotton wick. No maker marks are visible on the glass or the burner assembly. This item is characteristic of mid-20th-century reproductions of Early American Pattern Glass designs.
Lot: 164 - Federal Style Mahogany Mirror w/ Portrait Print
This wall mirror is designed in the Federal or Colonial Revival style and features a tall, narrow rectangular form. The frame is constructed of wood with a dark mahogany veneer that exhibits a prominent flame grain pattern. A horizontal wooden divider separates the upper and lower sections. The upper section contains a color lithograph print of a woman in 18th-century attire, wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a blue ribbon and a white ruffled dress. The lower section contains the mirror plate. The reverse is finished with a brown paper dust cover and a horizontal hanging wire. A pink inventory tag is adhered to the top rail of the frame.
Lot: 165 - Dettra Bull Dog Bunting U.S. Flag w/ Box
A vintage United States flag produced by Dettra Flag Products under the Bull Dog Bunting brand. The flag is constructed from bunting fabric with a white canvas header and brass-colored metal grommets. This example is designated on the packaging as Government Type A and features colors described as sunfast and rainproof with everlasting dyes. The flag is housed in its original cardboard storage box, which displays a central graphic of a bulldog's head within a shield flanked by two flags and the text Best By Test. The side panel identifies the manufacturer as Dettra Flag Products based in Oaks, Pennsylvania. 3 x 5 feet.
Lot: 166 - Chicago Die Casting Mechanical Turtle Receptacle
A vintage mechanical turtle-shaped receptacle attributed to the Chicago Die Casting Manufacturing Company. This item, often used as an ashtray or silent butler, is constructed from cast aluminum with a black painted finish and gold-toned accents on the shell scutes. The piece features a lever-actuated mechanism where pressing down on the articulated head or the tail causes the hinged shell lid to open, revealing a hollow interior compartment. The underside of the base is marked with incised text reading PATENT 2816881 and 176107. These numbers correspond to U.S. Design Patent D176,107 issued in 1955 and U.S. Patent 2,816,881 issued in 1957, both granted to Arthur E. Reible. The underside of the neck reveals a wire spring mechanism that facilitates the lid's movement. Four circular felt pads are attached to the underside of the feet. A pink inventory label marked 166 is present on the base.
Lot: 167 - Painted Wooden Utility Caddy w/ 6 Compartments
This vintage utility caddy is constructed of wood with a nailed assembly. It features a central dividing wall intersected by four cross-members, creating six separate storage compartments. A longitudinal wooden handle is secured between two upright end panels with rounded profiles. The caddy is finished in a monochromatic gray paint. The item appears to be of handmade construction, consistent with functional trade tools or household storage from the mid-20th century. No manufacturer stamps, labels, or hallmarks are present. A white paper tag marked 167 is attached to the handle.
Lot: 168 - Antique 19th Century Primitive Wooden Tool Caddy
A 19th-century primitive wooden caddy or carrier, likely intended for use as a carpenter's tool tote or garden tray. The object is constructed of softwood planks, likely pine, and features a tall central partition with an integrated rectangular cutout handle. Two open compartments are formed by the central divider and side walls that are angled outward. The structural components are secured with visible round-headed metal fasteners. The wood exhibits a dark patina with prominent grain and several large knots. A small pink adhesive tag is located on the upper handle. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers are visible on the item.
Lot: 169 - Vintage Steerable Ride-On Donkey Toy
This vintage ride-on toy features a stuffed animal, designed in the form of a donkey, mounted on a metal frame. The body is constructed of tan plush material, likely mohair, over a rigid substructure. It includes amber glass eyes and dark plush accents along the neck representing a mane. The chassis is composed of painted metal with a steerable front axle. It sits on four metal wheels with red hubs and black rubber tires. Steering is controlled by a vertical metal rod topped with a turned wooden T-handle finished in red paint. No manufacturer marks or labels are present.
Lot: 170 - The Silver Man Collection Oak Display Case
A vintage countertop retail display case produced for The Silver Man Collection, featuring an oak frame and slanted front design. The top wooden header bears white stenciled lettering reading The Silver Man Collection on the left and Sterling Silver on the right, separated by a diagonal graphic element. The case is constructed with a rear-access door made of a dark brown panel, held by two metal hinges and a top rotating latch. The interior display surface is lined with a dark gray or black fabric. The viewing panel is clear glass or acrylic. Based on construction and design features, this case is in the style of those manufactured by the Henry L. Hanson Co. during the mid-to-late 20th century.
Lot: 171 - Haig & Haig Vtg Scotch Whisky Wooden Adv. Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate for Haig & Haig Blended Scotch Whisky, produced in Markinch, Scotland. The crate is constructed from softwood panels with nailed joints and features black stenciled branding on all four exterior sides. The primary panels are stenciled with HAIG & HAIG above the word BLENDED and a five-star logo. Below, the words SCOTS and WHISKY are arranged in a curved format around the company information: HAIG & HAIG LTD MARKINCH SCOTLAND. PRODUCT OF SCOTLAND. The two end panels include the brand name and five-star logo, along with text specifying the contents: BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY 12 BOTTLES 2.40 GALLONS. The interior is unfinished wood. The use of gallon measurements on the end panels suggests this crate was intended for the export market.
Lot: 172 - James Buchanan Black & White Scotch Whisky Crate
This vintage wooden shipping crate was produced for Black and White Blended Scotch Whisky by James Buchanan and Co. Ltd of Glasgow, Scotland. The rectangular container is constructed from softwood planks with nailed joinery. The interior is fitted with original wooden bottle organizational supports, including a notched horizontal stabilizing rail and a cross-hatched X-pattern grid at the base, specifically designed to secure twelve fifth-sized bottles during transit. Both long sides feature black stenciled graphics displaying the brand name, product type, and manufacturer information. A central circular seal on these panels contains the brand and maker names in the outer ring with the product type in the center. One end panel features a partially intact paper label for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board as the consignee, including order number 81073 and code number 201. Stenciled text below the label indicates the distribution point at the northwest corner of 13th and Callow Hill Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, noting the contents were state stamped. The opposite end panel bears stamped numerical markings.
Lot: 173 - Simmons after Boughton, Too Near Warpath Engraving
This 19th-century mixed-media engraving, titled Too Near the Warpath, is attributed to the engraver William Henry Simmons after an original composition by George Henry Boughton. The narrative scene depicts a frontiersman in fringed buckskin clothing and a fur cap, holding a long rifle while standing protectively beside a woman in colonial-style attire. They are shown taking cover behind a large tree in a dense forest, looking toward the horizon where silhouetted figures of Native Americans are visible. The print displays intricate line work and tonal shading characteristic of 19th-century steel engravings. A small printed label with the title is inset into the window of the cream-colored matting. The piece is housed in a dark-stained wood frame with a narrow gilded inner fillet. The reverse is closed with a darkened paper and board backing secured by framing nails and equipped with a hanging wire. No artist signatures are clearly legible in the provided images, though standard for this edition, they would typically be located in the lower margin.
Lot: 174 - 1950 USMC Reserve 10th Engineer Co. Photo & Roster
A framed black and white historical group photograph and typed unit roster for the Tenth Engineer Company, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. The unit was based at the Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Training Center at 315 East La Clede Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. The photograph was taken during Annual Field Training at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between June 10 and June 24, 1950, concluding only one day before the start of the Korean War. The image depicts approximately 80 Marines posed in Summer Service C uniforms consisting of khaki shirts, trousers, and garrison caps. A unique and significant feature of this photograph is the presence of handwritten blue and black ink annotations over several individuals, including letters such as S, K, W, and a clear KIA (Killed in Action) marking over a Marine in the third row. These marks appear to track the status of unit members following their mobilization for the Korean War. The accompanying typed roster provides a comprehensive list of personnel, identifying the Commanding Officer as Capt. H. C. Williamson, Jr., the Executive Officer as Capt. J. H. Chapel, and various other staff and platoon NCOs. The roster is divided into sections covering the first through fifth rows of the photograph. The item is housed in a gold-toned wooden or metal frame behind glass.
Lot: 175 - Masonic Knights Templar Sword Belt & Slings
A York Rite Knights Templar ceremonial sword belt and slings, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The belt is constructed of reddish-brown leather featuring decorative yellow diamond-pattern stitching. It is fitted with an ornate white-metal buckle containing a red enameled central cross and inscribed ASHLAND No. 28. Two sword slings are suspended from the belt by shield-shaped plates decorated with a Cross and Crown fraternal emblem. The slings consist of cast-metal links and terminate in spring clips. The metal hardware shows a heavy, dark patina and tarnish throughout. A white paper lot tag with the number 175 is attached.
Lot: 176 - Vtg Collegeville Woody Woodpecker Costume w/ Box
This vintage child's Halloween costume depicts the character Woody Woodpecker and was produced by Collegeville Costumes (Collegeville Flag and Mfg. Co.). The set includes a blue fabric long-sleeved costume and a molded fabric mask. The costume is designed with a white ruffled collar and a central printed graphic of Woody Woodpecker set within a red and white starburst border. The graphic features a printed signature for the character's creator, Walter Lantz. The mask is made of a stiffened gauze-style fabric, painted with the character's facial features, and includes eye cut-outs and an elastic string. The set is housed in its original red and black cardboard box, which features a heart-shaped viewing window and silhouettes of children in various costumes along the bottom edge. An official manufacturer's label is attached to the side of the box, bearing the header Official Costumes and a copyright for Walter Lantz Productions Inc. The label identifies the character as Woody Woodpecker and specifies the size as Style Medium (8-10). The label also includes small illustrations of other Lantz characters, Andy Panda and Miranda Panda.
Lot: 177 - Vtg Northern Dairy Glass Milk Bottle w/ Wire Bale
This vintage one-gallon glass milk bottle is from Northern Dairy, located in Brighton, Colorado. The clear glass vessel features orange applied color labels (ACL) on two sides. The front face displays the brand name NORTHERN DAIRY above the text GRADE A DAIRY PRODUCTS. The reverse side features a graphic illustration of various dairy goods, including milk cartons, butter, and an ice cream sundae, with the text REAL DAIRY PRODUCTS BY NORTHERN DAIRY BRIGHTON, COLO. The glass is embossed with ONE-GALLON around the neck and REGISTERED ONE GALLON around the base. A wire bale carrying handle is attached to a metal ring around the neck. The bottle is currently filled with white foam beads and topped with a paper cap for display purposes. Height: Approximately 11.5 inches.
Lot: 178 - Flamemaster Asbestos Wicking Advertising Dispenser
This is a vintage countertop or wall-mounted point-of-sale dispenser designed for Flamemaster brand asbestos wicking, intended for use with oil-burning stoves, heaters, and ranges. The unit is constructed from lithographed sheet metal with a bright orange enamel finish and black and cream graphics. The front panel features a stylized illustration of a woman operating an oil stove, accompanied by the slogan SAVES FUEL-WORK-TIME & WORRY. The lower front and interior side panels are printed with extensive reference charts detailing compatible wick sizes for various stove manufacturers, including Nesco, Sears Roebuck, Caloric, and Aetna. A lithographed measuring ruler is featured along the bottom edge of the front panel. The back panel is designed for mounting with two keyhole-style slots and contains additional promotional text and patent information. The piece is marked Manufactured by ATLAS ASBESTOS COMPANY, NORTH WALES, PA. and identifies the dispenser design as U.S. Patent No. 114637.
Lot: 179 - Gillette Glass Top Razor & Blade Display Case
This vintage Gillette countertop retail display case, dating from the circa 1950s to 1960s, was manufactured for the United States market as a point-of-sale showcase for razors and blades. The unit is constructed with a molded sage green plastic body and features a white ribbed front panel decorated with applied blue textured letters spelling Gillette with gold-tone borders. The case is equipped with a clear hinged lid secured by metal side rails. The interior is organized into six vertical compartments. Six original product and pricing labels are adhered to the underside of the lid, identifying sections for 5 Gillette Blue Blades for 25 cents, 10 Gillette Blue Blades for 49 cents, 20 Gillette Blue Blades for 98 cents, a Gillette Super-Speed Razor Set for 1.00 dollar, 10 Gillette Thin Blades for 35 cents, and 4 Gillette Thin Blades for 15 cents. The case retains its original interior dividers.
Lot: 180 - Gillette Razor & Blade Advertising Display Case
This vintage point-of-sale display case was manufactured by the Gillette Safety Razor Company for retail use. The unit consists of a molded white plastic housing with a chrome-plated metal frame and a hinged glass lid. The interior is divided into five vertical product channels, each containing a metal zig-zag spring clip at the base to hold merchandise in place. The glass top features several original product and pricing decals. Transcriptions include 20 Gillette Blue Blades 98c, 10 Gillette Blue Blades 49c, 5 Gillette Blue Blades 25c, 10 Gillette Super Blue Blades 69c with directional arrows, 10 Gillette Thin Blades 35c, and 4 Gillette Thin Blades 15c. A central decal advertises a Gillette Adjustable Razor Set for $1.95. The front of the base displays a black oval plaque with the Gillette name in raised silver-tone characters.
Lot: 181 - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 3/LC Metal Sign
This is an embossed metal advertising sign for the Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 3/LC series of engines. The sign is constructed from painted metal featuring a high-gloss finish with a horizontal orientation. The background consists of a black and red color gradient. The graphics are embossed to create a three-dimensional effect. The top of the sign displays the word VANGUARD in large white block letters. Below this, the designation 3/LC is rendered in white over a series of four horizontal blue wavy lines. A white banner along the lower section contains the text cylinder liquid cooled in blue. The lower right corner features the official Briggs & Stratton diamond logo in red, black, and white with a registered trademark symbol. The reverse side of the sign is unfinished silver-toned metal, showing the recessed indentations from the embossing process. Pre-drilled holes for mounting are located in each of the four corners.
Lot: 182 - Quaker State 4x4 Promotional Advertising Decals
A group of original Quaker State promotional advertising decals, likely produced for retail display or service station use. These items are printed on thin plastic or vinyl film and remain on their original white paper backing sheets. Each piece features a vibrant green background centered by a graphic of a red sport utility vehicle with a stylized orange and yellow 4x4 logo integrated into the front grille and headlights. The text includes the slogan The intelligent oil FOR HARD WORKING ENGINES in yellow, and SPECIAL SYNTHETIC BLEND FOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES PICKUPS, AND VANS in white. The Quaker State brand logo is located in the upper right corner, consisting of a yellow Q trademark and the words QUAKER STATE in white block letters. Small trademark and registered symbols are present within the graphics. The reverse of the backing paper shows a mirrored silhouette of the front design.
Lot: 183 - Sanford J. Heilner 1974 Thelma Perfume Tin Sign
This lithographed metal advertising sign is a 1974 reproduction of early 20th-century promotional materials for Thelma perfume. Produced by Sanford J. Heilner Inc. in the United States, the sign features a long rectangular format with nostalgic Edwardian-style graphics. The right side of the sign contains a vertical rectangular inset depicting a woman in profile wearing a large black hat and a white lace gown. The main background is a pale pink/cream color enclosed within an orange linear border. The brand name THELMA is printed in a large, stylized reddish-brown font with a black outline and a decorative underline flourish. Beneath the main text is the tagline The QUEEN of PERFUMES written in a black cursive script. The sign includes pre-drilled mounting holes at the center of the left and right edges. The reverse side is finished in a uniform gray protective coating. A printed mark on the bottom right of the face reads: � 1974 SANFORD J. HEILNER INC. MADE IN U.S.A. Approximately 7 x 19 inches.
Lot: 184 - Siamese Cat XING Aluminum Novelty Crossing Sign
This diamond-shaped novelty sign, likely produced in the late 20th century, is constructed of painted aluminum. It features a bright yellow background with a black border. A high-contrast black graphic of a seated Siamese cat is positioned in the center. The black sans-serif block lettering above the cat reads SIAMESE, while the text below reads XING. The sign is designed with two pre-drilled mounting holes at the top and bottom points. The back is finished in solid yellow with no manufacturer marks.
Lot: 185 - Mitchell MD-100S Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar
This Mitchell MD-100S is a full-size dreadnought acoustic guitar. It features a solid spruce top with a natural gloss finish and an abalone-style rosette around the soundhole. The back and sides are constructed of mahogany, and the neck is also mahogany with a rosewood fingerboard featuring white dot position inlays. The body, neck, and headstock are finished with cream-colored binding. The instrument is equipped with a black pickguard, a rosewood bridge with black bridge pins, and chrome-finished sealed gear tuning machines. An oval paper label inside the soundhole identifies the model as MD - 100 S and the serial number as SI07100433. The label indicates the instrument was designed and engineered in California and manufactured in Indonesia by Javanese craftsmen.
Lot: 186 - Vtg 4-String Open-Back Tenor Banjo w/ Case
A vintage four-string tenor banjo featuring an open-back design. The instrument has an unmarked headstock with a rounded profile. The neck and multi-ply rim are constructed from stained wood with a rosewood fingerboard featuring dot position markers. The pot is equipped with twenty nickel-plated tension brackets and a single interior metal coordinator rod. The banjo is currently fitted with a Remo Weather King synthetic head. Included with the lot is an additional detached animal skin head featuring handwritten characters C G D A in black ink. No visible serial numbers or internal manufacturer labels are present.
Lot: 187 - Yamaha FG-75-1 Folk-Sized Acoustic Guitar
This is a Yamaha FG-75-1 folk-sized acoustic guitar manufactured in Taiwan. The instrument features a natural finish top, likely constructed of laminate spruce, with dark-stained back and sides. The neck is fitted with a rosewood fingerboard and standard dot inlays. A rosewood bridge with black pins and a synthetic white saddle is installed on the lower bout. The headstock displays the gold-tone Yamaha logo and tuning fork symbol. An internal blue rectangular label is visible through the soundhole, which identifies the model as FG-75-1 and the origin as Republic of China, Made in Taiwan. Hardware includes a black teardrop-shaped pickguard and two strips of three-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines with white plastic buttons.
Lot: 188 - Antique Primitive Painted Wooden Divided Tool Tote
A primitive wooden tool carrier or tote constructed with a dark slate blue or charcoal-colored painted finish. The object features a long, narrow form with a central longitudinal divider that includes an integrated rectangular hand-grip cutout. The interior is divided into two primary sections; one side contains small wooden blocks or rests positioned to support specific long tools such as hand saws. Construction consists of simple nailed joinery. No original maker marks, stamps, or signatures were identified. A contemporary yellow adhesive inventory sticker is present on the handle.
Lot: 189 - National Food Co. & Swift's Premium Wood Crates
This lot consists of two wooden advertising crates from the early to mid-20th century. The smaller crate is a finger-jointed box from the National Food Company of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The front panel features green printed graphics for 7 lbs. of National Stock-Food, noting a registered label date of 1904. The side panel lists a wide array of agricultural and veterinary products manufactured by the company, including calf food, poultry food, hoof packing, heave powders, gold and amber liniments, and various medicinal cures for horses and livestock. The larger crate is a nailed-construction shipping box for Swift's Premium Roast Beef. It features red printed graphics including the brand logo and product name. This crate was used for international trade, evidenced by the Industria Argentina stamp and markings from the Argentine Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganaderia). The side of the crate bears a black ink circular stamp indicating it was inspected and passed by the U.S. government at establishment number three.
Lot: 190 - Vintage Coleman Model 228E Green Big Hat Lantern
A vintage Coleman Model 228E pressurized fuel lantern featuring a green painted metal fuel fount and a matching wide-brimmed, two-tiered green porcelain enamel ventilator. This model is commonly referred to by collectors as a Big Hat due to the oversized ventilator design. The unit is equipped with a clear glass globe bearing red Pyrex branding. A red and yellow Coleman decal is applied to the side of the fount. The black fuel control knob is printed with white text providing operational instructions, including Open 1/4 Turn to Left and Light, and After Mantles Burn Bright Open as Far as Possible, along with a Made in U.S.A. designation. The internal assembly consists of a double-mantle burner system and a central air intake tube. A wire bail handle is attached to the collar for carrying or suspension.
Lot: 191 - Coleman Model 228H Dual-Mantle Gasoline Lantern
A Coleman Model 228H dual-mantle gasoline lantern featuring a wide-brimmed green porcelain enamel ventilator and a matching green enameled fuel fount. The silver-tone collar is stamped with the manufacturer and model identification MODEL 228H. The central control valve features a labeled wheel with instructional text for lighting and is marked MADE IN U.S.A. The fuel fount is decorated with a red and white Coleman brand decal. This lantern is fitted with a clear glass globe, a wire bail handle, and an integrated air pump. A yellow lot sticker numbered 191 is adhered to the top of the ventilator.
Lot: 192 - U.S. War Department. War of the Rebellion Records
A collection of volumes from the United States War Department publication titled War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. These volumes belong to Series I, which comprises formal reports of military operations and related correspondence. The books are bound in the publisher's dark brown textured cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and serial numbers on the spines. Present in this group are several specific volumes including Volume XXI (Fredericksburg), Volume XXII (Parts I and II covering Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Indian Territory), Volume XXIII (Parts I and II covering Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Southwest Virginia), Volume XXXVI (Parts I, II, and III covering the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg campaigns), and Volume XII (Part III). The interior pages feature primary source material including official battle reports, such as those from the Battle of Fredericksburg by Colonel Walter Harriman and Colonel Robert B. Potter. Published by the Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., in the late 19th century. Each volume: Approx. 9.5 x 6 inches.
Lot: 193 - Pair Fenton Style Ruffled Milk Glass Vases
This pair of milk glass vases is designed in the style of Fenton Art Glass. Each piece features an opaque white cased glass body with a bulbous base and a slender fluted neck. The tops are finished with wide ruffled or crimped rims. One vase features a translucent pink edge to the rim, a style often referred to as Peach Crest, while the other features a clear translucent edge, a style often referred to as Silver Crest. The bases are smooth and do not bear any visible manufacturer marks, signatures, or embossed logos. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 194 - Fenton Peach Crest Pattern Cased Glass Melon Vase
This cased art glass vase is crafted in the Peach Crest pattern by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The vessel features a bulbous, melon-lobed body and a wide, flared rim that is hand-crimped into a deep ruffle. It is constructed from dual-layered glass with an opaque white milk glass exterior and a vibrant pink interior, accented with an applied clear glass crest edge. The base is smooth and fire-polished with no visible maker's marks or labels.
Lot: 195 - Jefferson Glass Blue Opalescent Ribbed Ruffle Vase
An early 20th-century American opalescent glass vase attributed to the Jefferson Glass Company, circa 1905-1910. The vessel is crafted in a vibrant turquoise or aqua blue glass with a transition to milky white opalescence concentrated along the rim and the raised vertical ribs. The body features wide vertical fluting that flares outward into a deeply hand-crimped and ruffled six-point rim. The piece is mold-blown with a pressed base. The underside of the base features a molded sunburst or starburst design with radiating lines. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the item.
Lot: 196 - Pink & White Spatter Dot Optic Art Glass Pitcher
A hand-blown art glass pitcher characterized by a bulbous form and a dot optic or coinspot texture. The vessel features vibrant pink and opaque white spatter glass inclusions encased in a clear glass body. It is finished with a wide, ruffled (crimped) rim, a pulled pouring spout, and an applied clear glass C-scroll handle. The base exhibits a ground and polished pontil mark, indicative of the hand-blown manufacturing process. This style of spatter glass is highly characteristic of mid-20th-century American production, particularly the Vasa Murrhina lines attributed to manufacturers like Fenton or Pilgrim Glass.
Lot: 197 - Feather & Star Green Opalescent Glass Ruffled Bowl
This footed ruffled bowl is made of green opalescent pressed glass, attributed to the Northwood Glass Company or Dugan Glass Company. It features the Feather and Star pattern, also known simply as Feather, which dates to the early 20th century, circa 1905 to 1915. The bowl is composed of a translucent green body with a milky light blue opalescent treatment applied to the hand-crimped, ruffled rim. The molded decoration consists of a radial arrangement of feathered plumes alternating with geometric panels of diamond-point cane motifs. A multifaceted starburst design is located in the center of the interior and repeated on the underside of the base. No embossed manufacturer marks are present on the glass. An orange rectangular inventory sticker with the handwritten numerals 197 is adhered to the interior surface.
Lot: 198 - 2 American Iridescent Carnival Glass & Pansy Bowl
This lot features two pieces of American carnival glass, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century. The first item is a ruffled glass bowl in a green base color with a vibrant iridescent finish showing gold and multicolored highlights. The interior is decorated with the Pansy pattern, featuring a central embossed floral motif of pansies and leaves on a stippled ground, a design attributed to the Imperial Glass Company. The second item is a two-handled nappy or candy dish with a marigold iridescent finish. It features a rayed or ribbed interior pattern with stippled texturing and two applied clear glass handles. Both pieces are made of pressed glass with smooth, finished circular bases. A pink adhesive tag marked 198 is present on the base of the green bowl.
Lot: 199 - 3 Vtg Pyrex Town & Country Cinderella Casseroles
This set consists of three vintage Cinderella-style round casserole dishes manufactured by Pyrex in the Town and Country pattern. The design features a horizontal band of stylized, eight-pointed stars in a metallic brown tone. The set includes three graduated sizes: a 1-quart dish in burnt orange (Model 473), a 1.5-quart dish in yellow (Model 474), and a 2.5-quart dish in white (Model 475). Two clear pressed glass lids are included, specifically fitting the 1-quart and 2.5-quart models. The dishes are constructed from opaque white borosilicate glass with a fired-on exterior color. The base of the 1.5-quart dish is embossed with the following manufacturer markings: 474-B, 1 1/2 QT., TRADE MARK, 14, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., OVENWARE, and a registered trademark symbol. This pattern was produced in the United States between 1963 and 1967.
Lot: 200 - A Pair of Pyrex Homestead Pattern Casserole Dishes
These two Pyrex casserole dishes feature the Homestead pattern, characterized by a speckled tan exterior finish decorated with a navy blue floral and scroll design. The vessels are constructed from opaque white opal glass with solid white interiors. One dish is accompanied by a matching clear glass lid with integrated tab handles. The underside of one vessel bears the embossed manufacturer mark: 472-B 750ml / PYREX / FOR OVEN AND / MICROWAVE. / NO STOVETOP / OR BROILER. / CORNING NY USA / 8. This pattern was released by Corning Glass Works in the late 1970s to coordinate with contemporary Corelle dinnerware sets.
Lot: 201 - Pyrex Brown Onion Raffia Covered Casserole Dish
This vintage round covered casserole dish is in the Brown Onion pattern, also commonly known as Raffia. The piece is manufactured from white opal glass. The bowl features a tan fired-on exterior finish decorated with a dark brown stylized symmetrical graphic motif. It is designed with integrated Cinderella-style tab handles. The matching white opal glass lid is decorated with a series of dark brown concentric rings. The interior of the bowl is plain white. No embossed manufacturer marks or model numbers are visible on the surfaces in the provided images. An orange adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 201 is present on one handle.
Lot: 202 - Corning Ware Spice O' Life Casserole w/ Glass Lid
This vintage square casserole dish is manufactured by Corning Ware in the Spice O' Life pattern. The vessel is constructed of white Pyroceram glass-ceramic and features a wrap-around decorative band illustrating various vegetables including artichokes, tomatoes, mushrooms, and bell peppers. The French herb name Le Romarin is printed in cursive script beneath the vegetable illustration. The dish is accompanied by its matching clear tempered glass lid, which features a central integrated knob handle. The underside of one handle bears the following stamped text: - CORNING WARE (R) - A-10-B 10X10X2 INCH RANGE - OVEN - MICROWAVE CORNING, NY, USA 181MA. 10 x 10 x 2 inches.
Lot: 203 - CorningWare Blue Cornflower Cookware
A collection of vintage CorningWare oven-to-table cookware in the Blue Cornflower pattern. The items are manufactured from white Pyroceram glass-ceramic and accompanied by clear tempered glass lids. The assortment consists of square lidded casserole dishes of different volumes, an open rectangular baking dish, and a small open skillet with an integrated handle. Markings on the base of the largest dish include an eight-point star, CORNING WARE, 10 IN., P-10-B, and MADE IN U.S.A. Large Skillet: 10 inches square.
Lot: 204 - Vtg Glass & Clay Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of assorted marbles composed of glass and potentially clay, featuring a wide variety of sizes and decorative styles. The assortment includes cat's eye, multi-colored swirl, opaque, and translucent types. Several larger diameter marbles, often identified as shooters, are included. One specific marble demonstrates bright green fluorescence when viewed under ultraviolet light, which is characteristic of uranium glass. The items are contained in a worn cardboard box that bears the handwritten inscription HOCH #2 in black ink on an interior flap. Patterns visible include internal ribbons, surface swirls, and solid-colored opaques. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the marbles themselves.
Lot: 205 - Assortment Vtg Glass Marbles
A large collection of glass marbles of varying sizes, colors, and patterns, presented in a cardboard box. The assortment includes a diverse range of types such as swirls, cat's eyes, solid opaques, translucent examples, and mottled varieties. The collection features several larger shooter marbles alongside a majority of standard-sized pieces. Materials consist of molded and potentially handmade glass with internal decorations including multi-colored ribbons, internal vanes, and solid core swirls. A yellow oval adhesive label handwritten with the number 205 is affixed to the interior upper edge of the box. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the individual pieces.
Lot: 206 - Master Marbles Multi-Color Glass Marbles w/ Case
This collection includes multiple machine-made glass marbles featuring various patterns such as patches and swirls in a wide array of colors including orange, green, yellow, blue, and white. The marbles are presented in a black plastic, foam-lined carrying case. The lid of the case features an embossed logo depicting a figure on a galloping horse, and a green tape label marked MASTER MARBLES is adhered to the front. The patterns observed are characteristic of mid-20th-century American glass manufacturers, including those attributed to Peltier Glass and Master Glass.
Lot: 207 - 10-Pc Amber Pressed Glass Thumbprint Plates & Cups
This 10-piece set includes five matching cups and five snack plates, all crafted from transparent honey amber pressed glass. The design features a series of large, circular embossed thumbprint motifs around the lower body of the cups and a corresponding ring on the plates, accented by horizontal bands of molded sawtooth geometry. This style is widely identified as the King's Crown pattern, commonly attributed to the Indiana Glass Company and frequently distributed by Tiara Exclusives during the mid-to-late 20th century. The plates are designed as a snack or hostess set, featuring an integrated, off-center well to securely hold the cup while leaving ample space for food. Each cup is designed with a single rounded handle and a slightly flared rim.
Lot: 208 - 3 American Amber Glass Coin & Moon & Star Vessels
A three-piece collection of American amber-colored pressed glass featuring two distinct patterns. The set includes a large oval bowl in the Coin pattern, attributed to the Fostoria Glass Company. This piece features a scalloped rim and frosted circular medallions embossed with 19th-century United States coinage motifs, specifically depicting the Liberty Bell and a coin dated 1887. The second piece is a matching Coin pattern handled nappy or sauce dish, also featuring frosted medallions showing an eagle dated 1887 and a torch emblem. The third item is a small cylindrical vessel, likely a toothpick or votive holder, in the Moon and Star pattern, characterized by deep circular depressions and star motifs. This pattern was historically produced by various American firms including L.G. Wright and Smith Glass. No manufacturer marks are visible on the underside of the pieces.
Lot: 209 - The Beatles: 5 Vtg Vinyl LP Albums
This group comprises five vintage long-play (LP) vinyl records by The Beatles, including several early American mono pressings. The collection includes The Beatles Second Album on the Capitol Records label (Catalog Number T 2080), subtitled Electrifying Big-Beat Performances by England's Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. Also included is the Magical Mystery Tour album released by Capitol Records, featuring a yellow border and the note that it includes a 24-page full color picture book. The original motion picture sound track for A Hard Day's Night is present on the United Artists Records label (Catalog Number UAL 3366), showing the quartet of headshot images on the front. The lot also features Beatles '65 (Capitol Records, Catalog Number T 2228), which lists track titles such as I Feel Fine and She's a Woman on the front cover. Completing the collection is Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, displaying the band's well-known psychedelic collage artwork. All items are standard 12-inch vinyl format.
Lot: 210 - 9 Vinyl LPs: Kansas, Robin Trower, Crosby & Young
A collection of nine (9) vintage 12-inch vinyl LP records featuring various artists primarily in the progressive rock, jazz, and pop genres. The lot includes a significant selection of albums by the American rock band Kansas, alongside other notable releases from the 1970s and 1980s. The artists and albums identified in this collection are: Kansas: Monolith (1979, Kirshner Records, gatefold) Kansas: Leftoverture Kansas: Point of Know Return Kansas: Kansas (self-titled debut) Robin Trower: Bridge of Sighs Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Deja vu (featuring gold-embossed text and textured jacket) John Abercrombie and Ralph Towner: Sargasso Sea (ECM Records, catalog number ECM-1-1080) Ambrosia: Ambrosia (self-titled debut, 20th Century Fox Records, catalog number T-434) Linda Ronstadt and The Nelson Riddle Orchestra: What is New Visible markings include the Kirshner Records logo on Kansas albums, the ECM Records logo and catalog number on the Abercrombie/Towner album, and the 20th Century Fox catalog number T-434 on the Ambrosia jacket. Several jackets feature stylized artist names and album titles consistent with original releases.
Lot: 211 - U.S. War Dept. War of Rebellion Official Records
A collection of multiple octavo volumes from the historical series titled War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., this comprehensive series serves as the primary documentary history of the American Civil War, compiling official reports and correspondence from both Union and Confederate military departments. The volumes are bound in the original dark gray cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and serial numbers on the spines. Visible volumes from Series I include Volume XI (Parts I, II, and III), Volume XLI (Part III), and Volume XLVII (Parts I, II, and III). Internal documentation includes reports and correspondence from the Department of the South, such as a letter from Major-General Q. A. Gillmore dated May 11, 1865, regarding troop movements in Georgia. Size: Octavo (approx. 9 x 6 inches per volume).
Lot: 212 - Horne & Bewer, The Bible and Its Story, c. 1910
A multi-volume set of books titled The Bible and Its Story, published circa 1910 by Francis R. Niglutsch. The volumes are bound in dark brown full leather with ornate gilt-stamped floral motifs and lettering on the spines. This set is organized by biblical categories, with visible volumes covering The Law (Genesis to Deuteronomy), The History (Joshua to II-Chronicles), History-Poetry (II-Chronicles to Psalms), Poetry-Prophets (Psalms to Isaiah), and The Prophets (Isaiah to Ezekiel). Internally, the books are illustrated with black and white plates, including reproductions of works by J. James Tissot credited to the American Tissot Society of New York. The text pages are set within decorative printed borders. The top edges of the text blocks are gilt. The volumes appear to be in an octavo format.
Lot: 213 - G.K. Chesterton, Famous Paintings, Set, c. 1915
A two-volume set titled Famous Paintings: Selected from the World's Great Galleries and Reproduced in Colour, published by Funk & Wagnalls Company, New York, and Cassell & Company, Limited, London. This large-format work features an introduction by G. K. Chesterton and provides descriptive notes for the included artworks. The volumes are bound in publisher terracotta-colored cloth with gilt-stamped titles and a decorative palette-and-brushes emblem on the front covers and spines. The interior contains numerous tipped-in color plates mounted on heavy paper, including notable works such as G. F. Watts�s Hope and George Morland�s The Inside of a Stable. Volume I is identified by a single star on the title page, and Volume II by two stars.
Lot: 214 - E. F. Ellet, Court Circles of the Republic, 1869
A single octavo volume titled The Court Circles of the Republic, or the Beauties and Celebrities of the Nation, authored by Mrs. E. F. Ellet with sketches by Mrs. R. E. Mack. The work is bound in the publisher's dark burgundy textured cloth with a decorative gilt-stamped title plate on the front board and gilt lettering and ornamentation on the spine. The title page indicates the book was sold by subscription only and was published in 1869 by the Hartford Publishing Co. of Hartford, Connecticut, in conjunction with several regional distributors including J. A. Stoddard & Co. (Chicago and St. Louis), Jones Brothers & Co. (Cincinnati), J. D. Denison (New York), Geo. P. Hawkes & Co. (Boston), and J. Laws & Co. (San Francisco). The text illustrates American life and society under eighteen presidents, from Washington to Grant, and features steel-engraved portrait plates throughout. The front cover bears a yellow auction lot sticker with the handwritten number 214.
Lot: 215 - Remlap, Gen. Grant's Tour Around the World, 1880
This hardcover volume, titled General U. S. Grant�s Tour Around the World, was edited by L. T. Remlap, a pseudonym for Loomis T. Palmer. Published in Chicago by W. M. Farrar in 1880, the title page identifies this copy as being from the Twenty-Fifth Thousand printing. The work documents the post-presidential travels of Ulysses S. Grant, specifically embracing his speeches, receptions, and descriptions of his travels, and includes a biographical sketch of his life printed in both English and German. The book is an octavo bound in the publisher's green cloth. The front board and spine feature gilt-stamped titles and decorative ornaments, complemented by black-stamped borders and floral motifs. The spine title reads GEN. U. S. GRANT'S TOUR AROUND THE WORLD. L. T. REMLAP. Internally, the volume contains various illustrations, though some may be missing or damaged based on visible tape residue on facing pages.
Lot: 216 - H. Faucit, Shakespeare's Female Characters, 1893
This octavo volume is bound in the publisher's original blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative elements on the front board and spine. The front cover features stylized, ornate initial letters for the title and the author's name, accompanied by a central illustration of a leafy branch. The title page identifies this as the Fifth Edition, published in 1893 by William Blackwood and Sons of Edinburgh and London. The text consists of a series of essays written in the form of letters, focusing on eight of Shakespeare's female characters: Ophelia, Portia, Desdemona, Juliet, Imogen, Rosalind, Beatrice, and Hermione. Helena Faucit (1817-1898) was a celebrated Victorian actress, and this work reflects her interpretations of the roles she performed. The volume includes approximately 410 pages of text with a table of contents and a frontispiece portrait of the author. An orange auction sticker numbered 216 is affixed to the front cover.
Lot: 217 - Goodspeed, History of Moody & Sankey, c. 1876
This biographical work by Rev. E. J. Goodspeed, D.D., titled A Full History of the Wonderful Career of Moody and Sankey, in Great Britain and America, chronicles the evangelical ministries of Dwight L. Moody and Ira D. Sankey. The volume includes Moody's sermons, Sankey's songs, and various illustrations. It is bound in the publisher's original brown cloth, featuring black-stamped decorative borders and a central quatrefoil knot motif on the front cover. The spine is decorated with gilt-stamped title text and vertical ornamental flourishes. The frontispiece contains a steel plate portrait of Dwight L. Moody with a tissue guard, and the title page notes the inclusion of twelve other engravings from original drawings. The work was published by Henry S. Goodspeed and Company, located at 14 Barclay Street, New York.
Lot: 218 - Lives of Benjamin Harrison & Levi P. Morton, 1888
This octavo volume is bound in the original publisher's blue-gray cloth, featuring elaborate black-stamped Victorian decorative motifs on the front cover and spine. The front board displays the title Harrison and Morton in faded gilt, with the subtitle Lives and Public Services of contained within a circular stamped border. The lower portion of the front cover features a heraldic shield emblem depicting a log cabin and a wide-brimmed hat, iconic symbols associated with the 1888 Republican presidential campaign. The spine also bears the title Harrison and Morton in gilt. Internally, the book includes a formal dedication page to the Loyal Republican Voters of the United States of America and provides a detailed account of the candidates' careers, including the text of a political oration delivered by Senator Benjamin Harrison in Chicago on March 20, 1888. The work serves as a campaign biography produced for the 1888 United States presidential election.
Lot: 219 - Steele, Brief History of the United States, c.1885
This octavo volume is a late 19th-century school textbook titled A Brief History of the United States, authored by Joel Dorman Steele, Ph.D., F.G.S., and Esther Baker Steele, Lit.D., as part of the Barnes's Historical Series. The work was published by the American Book Company with offices in New York, Cincinnati, and Chicago. The book is bound in the publisher's original tan cloth with elaborate decorative stamping in black and gold on the front board and spine. The front cover features stylized lettering and a central rectangular panel containing geometric and celestial motifs, along with the American Book Company logo on a banner. Internally, the volume contains numerous wood-engraved illustrations and maps, including a decorative frontispiece and an illustrated preface page with a classical vignette of a figure revealing a coastal sunrise. The preface outlines a pedagogical design based on epochs, maps, and detailed collateral notes intended to foster national patriotism. The title page bears the ABC monogram of the American Book Company.
Lot: 220 - 19th-C. American Music Instruction Books & Hymnals
This lot comprises a collection of late 19th-century American musical publications, primarily focused on hymns and instrumental instruction. Included in the collection are Gospel Hymns No. 2 by P. P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, published by John Church and Company of Cincinnati and Biglow and Main of New York; Favorite Gospel Songs for Gospel Meetings and Sabbath Schools, edited by Mrs. Grace Weiser Davis and Reverend Elisha A. Hoffman, published by J. N. Davis in Jersey City, New Jersey; Beirly's Song Triumph for Singing Classes, Conventions and Societies, published by Alfred Beirly in Chicago, Illinois; The Emerson Method for Reed Organs by Emerson and Mathews, published by Oliver Ditson and Company of Boston and New York; and Richardson's New Method for the Piano-Forte. The grouping also includes a larger volume bound in red pebbled cloth with reinforced leather-style corners. The bindings are typical of the era, utilizing paper-covered boards with cloth-backed spines or full cloth. The front cover of Favorite Gospel Songs features a handwritten ownership inscription in ink for Mr. W. Terry. Several volumes feature printed price lists on the covers and small yellow pressure-sensitive adhesive stickers reading 220.
Lot: 221 - Span.-Amer. & Phil.-Amer. Wars Photo Hist. c.1899
This large-format folio volume serves as a photographic record of the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars. The book is half-bound in tan cloth with marbled paper over boards, featuring a traditional combed pattern in shades of red, yellow, and green. The tail of the spine is stamped with the mark Patent 468780, referring to William H. Brown's 1892 patent for bookbinding. The interior consists of numerous halftone photographic plates depicting military operations, personnel, and terrain. Featured subjects include the United States Army Medical Department in the field, views of trenches and lookout points south of Manila, and scenes from Santa Mesa. Specific captions include Medical Department Horse Litter Bringing in American Dead, Surgeons of the Second Division Hospital, Manila, Dressing Wounds of Captured Insurgents, and On the Trail to the Placer Mines. A prominent full-page plate features a portrait of a high-ranking naval officer, identified as Admiral George Dewey. The volume reflects the early era of photojournalism in military conflicts and is likely part of a subscription series from a publisher such as Neely or Harper.
Lot: 222 - Walker, The Cosmopolitan Magazine, Vol XVIII, 1895
This bound volume of The Cosmopolitan: A Monthly Illustrated Magazine comprises Volume XVIII, encompassing the monthly issues from November 1894 through April 1895. The work was published by The Cosmopolitan Press in Irvington-on-the-Hudson with a 1895 copyright by J. B. Walker. The book is bound in black pebbled cloth with gilt-stamped titles on the spine. A notable feature of this volume is the inclusion of the serialized work The Story of a Thousand by Albion W. Tourgee, which is accompanied by illustrations from Frederic Remington. The volume contains numerous black and white illustrations and engravings characteristic of the period's periodical literature. The format is a large octavo.
Lot: 223 - Scott, War of the Rebellion: Official Records 1886
This single octavo volume is an original printing from the monumental historical series, The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Specifically identified as Series I, Volume XII, Part II-Supplement, this work focuses on the Campaign in Northern Virginia in 1862. The volume was prepared under the direction of the Secretary of War by Lieutenant Colonel Robert N. Scott and published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. in 1886. The contents include vital military correspondence and official reports, including a significant section on page 1051 detailing the court-martial findings and sentencing of Major General Fitz John Porter following the Second Battle of Bull Run. The volume is bound in the publisher's original brown cloth.
Lot: 224 - Timayenis & Rawlinson, 2 Vols, 19th-C. History
This lot consists of two separate 19th-century historical works, each being the first volume of a larger set. The first item is T. T. Timayenis, A History of Greece From the Earliest Times to the Present, Volume I, published by D. Appleton and Company, New York and London, in 1882. This octavo is bound in original brown publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering to the spine, black decorative bands at the head and foot, and a central stamped medallion. The title page indicates the work includes maps and illustrations. The second item is George Rawlinson, The Five Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World (labeled on spine as Rawlinson's Ancient Monarchies), Volume I. This octavo is bound in blue cloth with gilt-stamped floral motifs and lettering across five ruled spine compartments. It contains a Preface to the Second Edition dated Oxford, November 1870.
Lot: 225 - Antique Brass Crotal Sleigh Bells on Leather Strap
A set of antique-style crotal bells mounted on a heavy, double-layered dark leather strap. The bells are cast from a copper-alloy metal, likely brass or bronze, and are decorated with cast stylized scroll patterns and concentric circles. Each bell features a central ridge and two circular sound holes. The bells are attached to a thick, dark leather strap which is folded at one end to create a hanging loop. This assembly is characteristic of traditional horse-drawn sleigh or carriage harnesses. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers are visible on the bells or the leather.
Lot: 226 - Double-Sided Hand-Painted Wood Antiques Sign
A vintage, double-sided hand-painted wooden directional sign advertising an antique shop. The sign is constructed from a single weathered horizontal wooden plank featuring a distressed white painted ground. The text and iconography are hand-rendered in black paint. One side features the word ANTIQUES in block-serif lettering above a left-pointing arrow and the distance 3 MI. The reverse side features the word ANTIQUES above a right-pointing arrow and the distance 3 MI. The sign exhibits a primitive folk art style typical of early to mid-20th-century American roadside trade signs. Several pre-existing mounting holes are visible along the top and bottom edges and through the body of the plank. Dimensions: approximately 36 x 8 inches (estimated based on standard plank proportions).
Lot: 227 - Vtg Long-Handled Landing Net w/ Wooden Handle
This is a vintage-style long-handled landing net, likely designed for fishing or pond maintenance. The item features a long, tapered wooden handle connected to a circular metal hoop frame. The hoop is wrapped in a black protective material and supports a fine-mesh net in a brownish-tan color. Two wire tension braces extend from the handle to the hoop for added structural stability. A white paper inventory tag is attached to one of the wire supports. No manufacturer markings, brand names, or model numbers are visible on the piece.
Lot: 228 - US War Dept War of the Rebellion Records 1880-1901
A group of volumes from the monumental historical work The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States Government Printing Office. These octavo-sized books are bound in the original publisher's dark navy cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. The volumes included are from Series I and contain primary source military documents, including reports and correspondence. Specific volumes visible cover the Chancellorsville Campaign, the Missouri Expedition, the Richmond and Appomattox Campaigns, and operations in Louisiana and the Trans-Mississippi States. The group includes volumes identified by serial numbers 39, 40, 84, 85, 95, 96, 97, 101, and 102. The interior pages, as seen in the Chancellorsville volume, contain detailed accounts of military movements and casualties, such as reports by Major Robert L. Bodine and Brigadier General Joseph W. Revere.
Lot: 229 - Walton Grip-Loc Metal Cantilever Tackle & Tool Box
This is a mid-20th-century metal cantilever-style box designed for use as either a fishing tackle box or a tool chest, manufactured by Walton Products, Inc. of Union, Illinois. Marketed under the Grip Loc brand, the unit features a dark forest green painted exterior. The interior utilizes a cantilevered linkage system that expands to reveal four levels of tiered trays, with two tiers on each side of the central storage well. The trays are divided into various compartment sizes, and several compartments retain their original cork lining. The exterior construction includes a central top-mounted metal handle, two draw-bolt latches, a central locking mechanism, and a piano-style rear hinge. A yellow, black, and red rectangular decal on the lid is inscribed: WALTON PRODUCTS, INC. Grip Loc TRADE MARK REG. TACKLE & TOOL BOXES UNION, ILLINOIS.
Lot: 230 - Hand-Carved Black Duck Hen Decoy, 12-Hole Ballast
This vintage hand-carved wooden duck decoy represents a black duck hen. The piece is constructed from two main components: a roughly carved body displaying prominent tool marks and a separately attached head with a smoother finish. The head is painted in a light tan or buff color with a characteristic dark horizontal stripe across the eye. The body is painted in a dark charcoal or black pigment. The underside of the decoy features a specialized construction consisting of a central longitudinal wooden keel flanked by twelve uniform, drilled circular holes designed for water ballast and weight adjustment. Hardware includes two rusted metal screw-eyelets, a metal clip, and a length of original fiber rigging cord wrapped around the keel. A blank, pre-printed identification tag is attached to the rear eyelet. No maker marks, brands, or signatures are visible on the exterior surfaces. The style and underside construction are consistent with decoys used in the Currituck Sound region, specifically resembling those associated with the Swan Island Club.
Lot: 231 - Hand-Carved & Painted Wooden Bluebill Duck Decoy
This is a hand-carved wooden duck decoy representing a bluebill drake. The body is constructed from solid wood and features a flat bottom with a central wooden keel secured by metal screws and two metal eyelets. The underside contains eight circular drilled-out recessed holes intended for lead weights. The head is detailed with a small yellow-painted eye and a broad bill. The decoy exhibits a traditional three-tone paint scheme consisting of black on the head and tail sections with a white-painted midsection. A weathered cord and metal clip are attached to the base. A small paper tag is attached to one of the eyelets with handwritten numbers 231 and 250. There are no visible maker marks or signatures on the item.
Lot: 232 - Pair Vtg Hand-Carved Combed Wood Duck Decoys
This lot consists of two hand-carved wooden duck decoys, identified as a mallard drake and likely a black duck or hen mallard. Both pieces feature a distinctive deeply combed or wire-brushed surface texture designed to eliminate glare during field use. The mallard drake is finished with a green head, a white neck ring, a yellow bill, and blue speculum patches on the sides. The second decoy is finished in a weathered brown tone with faint remnants of blue and white paint. Each decoy is constructed with a separate head section joined to the body and includes inset eyes. The mallard drake has a white paper auction tag attached with the number 232 handwritten on it. No maker's marks, signatures, or brands were identified during inspection. The style and construction, specifically the combed texture, are characteristic of early 20th-century commercial or regional working decoys.
Lot: 232A - Vintage Victor Mallard Drake Wood Duck Decoy
A vintage wooden mallard drake duck decoy manufactured by the Animal Trap Company of America. The underside of the body is incised with the maker mark VICTOR. The decoy is constructed of wood with a separate head joined at the neck and features a rasped, textured surface throughout the body. The piece is fitted with two inset glass eyes. The painted surface includes a dark green head, a yellow bill, a dark brown chest, and blue speculum patches on the wings.
Lot: 233 - Hand Carved Wood Duck Decoy w/ Cleveland ID Plate
An antique hand-carved wooden duck decoy, likely representing a black duck or mallard hen. The object features a separate head joined at the neck and is fitted with amber-colored glass eyes. The surface is heavily weathered, exhibiting significant paint loss that reveals the underlying wood grain and natural patina. The underside is equipped with a weighted metal keel bar secured by two slotted screws. A small, rectangular metal identification plate is attached to the bottom with stamped text. The plate reads: H E N E B E T T / 5 4 1 E 1 2 5 S T / C L E V E L A N D O, indicating a provenance or ownership associated with Cleveland, Ohio. The decoy is a classic example of a working bird designed for field use.
Lot: 234 - Vtg New Jersey Wood Canvasback Hen Decoy w/ Plate
This is a vintage hand-carved wooden Canvasback hen duck decoy, executed in a classic American working style. The decoy features a solid wood body with a separately carved head and a sloping bill profile characteristic of a diving duck species. Small glass beads or tacks are used for the eyes. The flat bottom of the decoy is fitted with a rusted iron strip keel weight held in place by two flat-head screws. A rectangular metal identification or property plate is attached to the underside. Transcription of property plate: Line 1: H . N . Line 2: 5 4 1 5 1 2 3 Line 3: B E L L E V I L L E . N . J . The decoy shows multiple layers of historical paint, indicating long-term functional use. An inventory tag is currently attached via a string to the keel.
Lot: 235 - Carved Wooden Bluebill Working Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
This is a hand-carved wooden working duck decoy representing a Bluebill or Scaup, an example of North American sporting folk art likely dating from the early-to-mid 20th century. The decoy features a solid body, potentially of two-piece construction indicated by a horizontal seam along the underside. It is fitted with inset amber-colored glass eyes and a flat metal keel strip secured to the base with fasteners. A notable feature is a rectangular metal reinforcement collar or bracket attached to the neck joint with four rivets or nails, which appears to be a historic repair intended for heavy field use. The decoy retains an old paint surface in the characteristic black and white pattern of a male Bluebill. There are no maker's marks or signatures visible on the item.
Lot: 236 - Bridgeport One-Piece Boy Scouts of America Hatchet
This is a vintage official Boy Scouts of America hatchet manufactured by the Bridgeport Hardware Manufacturing Corporation of Bridgeport, Connecticut. The tool features a one-piece forged steel construction integrating the head and the handle frame, finished with two riveted wood grip scales. The axe head is designed with a curved bit that includes a nail-pulling notch on the underside and a flat poll. The handle has a distinctive curved fawn foot shape. Markings include the official Boy Scouts of America fleur-de-lis emblem with an eagle and Be Prepared scroll embossed on the face of the head. The name Bridgeport is stamped within a raised rectangular border near the poll. The recessed area of the metal handle is stamped BRIDGEPORT HDWE. MFG. CORP. MADE IN U.S.A. Traces of original yellow stenciled lettering are visible on the handle, specifically the characters AX and a partial T, which originally identified it as an Official Scout Axe.
Lot: 237 - 10 Vtg Sohio Standard Oil of Ohio Road Maps
A collection of 10 vintage paper road maps issued by Sohio (The Standard Oil Company of Ohio), primarily dating from the mid-20th century. The group includes several variations of the Ohio state road map featuring different cover designs: a buckeye leaf and flower illustration, a stylized graphic of state resources titled a land of plenty, and a photographic collage of Ohio landmarks. Additional maps in the lot cover regional areas including the Southeastern United States, Northeastern United States, Eastern United States, and a combined map for Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. One item is a commemorative 1803-1978 Official Map for Ohio's 175th anniversary. The collection also features a promotional map with an illustration of a service station attendant and the text Compliments of your Sohio Station. Several maps bear the Rand McNally and Company copyright and the Sohio oval logo.
Lot: 238 - Sinclair, Esso & Greyhound Petroliana & Ephemera
This collection of vintage travel ephemera focuses primarily on the Mid-Atlantic and Ohio regions, dating from approximately 1939 through the 1960s. The lot includes various road maps, tour guides, and transit timetables from prominent petroliana and transportation brands. Included in the collection is a Sinclair Road Map for Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, featuring a promotional graphic for the 1939 World's Fair and an illustration of a service station attendant. An Esso (Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) Road Map for West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia is dated 1939. A vertical Esso Road Map with Pictorial Guide covers Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, with cover art of the Zwaanendael House in Lewes, Delaware. An Ohio Greyhound Bus Time Tables booklet is dated February 4, 1946, and features the iconic running greyhound logo. A Greyhound promotional brochure titled To and Through Great Cities of the East depicts the U.S. Capitol building. Two Sunoco Tour-Maps are present, one for the state of Ohio and another for the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia region. The collection also includes a 22 Wonder-Filled Entertaining Educational Tours of Ohio promotional brochure issued by the Ohio Department of Highways, mentioning Governor James A. Rhodes, and a West Virginia state parks and forests travel brochure from the Conservation Commission of West Virginia.
Lot: 239 - Tydol Motor Oil Bottle w/ Pouring Spout
A vintage one-quart motor oil bottle produced for the Tydol brand, a product of the Tide Water Associated Oil Company. The bottle is constructed of clear glass and is fitted with a friction-style red painted pouring spout. The front of the container features a distressed paper or decal label with the Tydol logo, consisting of the brand name in black text within a yellow circle over an orange background. Visible text on the label includes Superior Quality and Tide Water Associated Oil Company. The side of the glass is embossed with several regulatory marks required for service station use, including PA. SERIAL U-14, APPROVED, and NO. H-28. Below these markings is an embossed triangle containing the number 60 over MINN., representing state weights and measures approvals for Pennsylvania and Minnesota. The script trademark Duraglas is embossed near the base, identifying the bottle as a product of Owens-Illinois, a marking first introduced in 1940. The bottle retains some dark residual motor oil at the bottom.
Lot: 240 - Socony Glass Motor Oil Bottle, Metal Spout, c.1930
A vintage Socony (Standard Oil Company of New York) motor oil bottle, common to service stations in the early 20th century. The item consists of a clear glass bottle with a one-quart capacity and a screw-on tinned steel spout. The front of the glass bottle is embossed with the brand name SOCONY MOTOR OIL within a rectangular panel. The upper shoulder and neck are embossed with ONE QUART LIQUID and FILL TO LINE, situated above a horizontal fill line. The base of the glass bottle bears the embossed trademark of the Owens-Illinois Glass Company (a diamond superimposed over an O with an I in the center), a mark introduced in 1929. The base also includes numeric codes denoting factory and mold identification. The metal spout is embossed with SOCONY and the patent date PAT SEPT 14 1926. This type of equipment predates the standard use of sealed metal oil cans and was used to dispense bulk oil directly into vehicles. One quart liquid capacity.
Lot: 241 - Atlantic Refining Co. Motor Oil Bottle w/ Spout
This is a vintage one-liquid-quart motor oil service bottle featuring a clear glass body and a red-painted metal screw-on pour spout. The bottle was produced for The Atlantic Refining Company and features extensive embossed detailing. The front shoulder reads ONE LIQUID QUART above a circular seal embossed with THE ATLANTIC REFINING COMPANY surrounding a center logo with crossed arrows and the word ATLANTIC. The reverse side is embossed with APPROVED No H-23 and a triangular weights and measures mark for 80 MINN, with ATLANTIC MOTOR OIL at the base. The metal spout is typical of those manufactured by the Huffman Manufacturing Company, often identified by the H-prefix in the approval code. It features a knurled screw cap and a tapered pouring neck.
Lot: 242 - Vintage Handy Oiler Service Station Oil Bottle
Manufactured by the Handy Oiler Co. of Danville, Indiana, this vintage automotive lubricant dispenser consists of a clear glass vessel and a screw-on metal spout assembly. The bottle features a tapered neck and a cylindrical body with a weighted base for stability. The dispensing unit includes a threaded cap, a long tapered pouring spout, and an integrated internal breather tube designed to regulate flow during use. The glass body is heavily embossed with several lines of identifying text, including HANDY OILER, PAT'D. NOV. 28. 1922, HANDY OILER CO., and DANVILLE, INDIANA. Functional markings are also present, including a fill line near the shoulder labeled FILL TO THIS RING and a capacity mark stating ONE QUART LIQUID near the base. This piece represents a standard piece of service station equipment from the mid-20th century.
Lot: 243 - Rapid Oiler Co. Oil Bottle w/ Spout
This vintage motor oil service bottle was manufactured by the Rapid Oiler Co. of Danville, Indiana. The bottle is constructed of clear glass and is embossed on the front with the text RAPID OILER, RAPID OILER CO., and DANVILLE, IND. The reverse side of the bottle features an embossed graphic of an upward-pointing arrow with the instructional text FILL TO LINE ABOVE ARROW POINT and the capacity mark ONE FULL LIQUID QUART. It is fitted with a screw-on tapered pouring spout. The interior of the bottle contains a dark, viscous residue consistent with aged motor oil. This style of oiler was a common fixture in American service stations and garages during the 1920s and 1930s.
Lot: 244 - Marquette Glass Oil Bottle w/ Moore & Kling Spout
This antique liquid quart oil service bottle features a clear glass body manufactured by the Marquette Manufacturing Company of Saint Paul, Minnesota. The bottle is embossed with the company name and location in stylized lettering, along with the capacity marking One Liquid Quart. It includes functional instructions embossed on the side: Fill To Line At Arrow Point, accompanied by a molded fill line and arrow indicator. The lower section of the bottle features a triangular mark containing the number 12, with Minn. embossed below. The bottle is fitted with a removable metal pouring spout and screw-on collar manufactured by Moore & Kling Inc. of Boston, Massachusetts. The spout is stamped with a circular logo featuring a central MK monogram and the company name and location. A patent date of September 14, 1926, is embossed at the base of the spout mark. The item represents standard service station equipment from the late 1920s to the 1940s.
Lot: 245 - J.B. Rhodes Co. Oil Bottle w/ Master Spout
This antique petroliana item consists of a service station oil bottle and a dispensing spout. The bottle is constructed of clear molded glass and is embossed with the text Fill Line Above Arrow and One Full Liquid Quart, accompanied by an upward-pointing arrow graphic. The lower body of the bottle features the embossed script signature of J.B. Rhodes Co. above Kalamazoo, Mich. The screw-on spout is made of dark-patinated metal and bears an embossed circular logo for The Master Mfg. Co. of Litchfield, Ill., along with a patent date of Sept. 14, 1926. The spout assembly includes a knurled base for attachment and a small protective cap over the nozzle. These containers were standard equipment in American filling stations during the mid-20th century to dispense bulk motor oil to customers. A pink inventory sticker is affixed to the lower front of the bottle.
Lot: 246 - Pair Vtg 1-Qt Motor Oil Service Bottles w/ Spouts
This lot consists of a pair of vintage one-quart glass motor oil service bottles, each complete with a screw-on metal pouring spout. These bottles were a common sight in American service stations during the mid-20th century, used by attendants to fill crankcases with bulk oil. The bottles are made of clear glass and feature several embossed markings that served as weights and measures certifications for commercial use. The neck of each bottle is embossed with FILL TO LINE accompanied by an upward-pointing arrow. The shoulder features a rectangular box containing the text MASS. O-11-B SEAL, an identification mark frequently associated with the Master Manufacturing Co. of Litchfield, Illinois. The main body is embossed with ONE LIQUID QUART in prominent block lettering. Around the base area, additional state-specific seals are visible: PA SERIAL M-24 on the left, a triangle containing the number 64 over MINN in the center, and a circular seal containing N.C. M APPROVED on the right. The metal pouring spouts are constructed of dark-patinated steel or tin and feature a vertical seam and a slanted tip for directed pouring. Both bottles have small green adhesive inventory labels attached to the side. Height: 14.5 inches (approximate total height including spout) Diameter: 3.75 inches (approximate base diameter).
Lot: 247 - Coleman Model 286 One Mantle Lantern, July 1990
A vintage Coleman Model 286 adjustable single-mantle pressurized liquid fuel camping lantern. This unit features a red enameled steel ventilator and a red painted steel fount. The clear glass replacement globe is etched with the Coleman logo and replacement number 214A046C, noted as being made in Mexico. The front of the fount displays a decal reading Coleman ADJUSTABLE ONE MANTLE. The base of the lantern is stamped THE COLEMAN CO. INC. WICHITA, KANSAS U.S.A. with the date code 7 90, identifying it as being manufactured in July 1990. The lantern is equipped with a black plastic control knob marked for Off and High settings, a brass fuel filler cap, a side-mounted pump assembly, and a wire bail handle for carrying or hanging.
Lot: 248 - Birmingham Stove & Range 10-CHEF Cast Iron Skillet
This vintage cast iron chef skillet is attributed to Birmingham Stove & Range (BSR) as part of their Century Series. The pan features a traditional circular form with sloped sides, two integrated pour spouts, and a single handle characterized by a teardrop-shaped hanging aperture. The underside of the pan includes a raised inset heat ring. The base is incised with the size and model designation 10-CHEF positioned above a smaller X mark. This specific marking configuration is a recognized identifier for BSR production from the mid-20th century, specifically dating from the 1960s. The skillet is constructed of solid cast iron and exhibits the coarse surface texture typical of the brand's later Century Series pieces.
Lot: 249 - Le Creuset 8-Pc Chocolate Brown Cast Iron Cookware
An eight-piece set of vintage enameled cast iron cookware manufactured by Le Creuset in France. The collection features a chocolate brown vitreous enamel exterior finish and a cream-colored enamel interior. The set consists of two round Dutch ovens with dual integrated side handles and two saucepans with single long handles. All four vessels are accompanied by matching lids. The lids are fitted with black phenolic knobs secured by central metal screws. Interior lid markings include raised letters B and E, and numbers 16 and 18, alongside the manufacturer name LE CREUSET and MADE IN FRANCE.
Lot: 250 - Victorian Rococo Revival Cast Iron Vanity Mirror
This tabletop vanity mirror is designed in the Rococo Revival style, dating to the late 19th century. The frame is constructed of cast iron with a dark patinated finish and features an ornate pierced design composed of C-scrolls, acanthus leaves, and foliate motifs. A beaded inner border surrounds the circular mirror plate. The frame is supported by an integral base with two scrolled feet and a central decorative scroll. The reverse side is fitted with a circular cardboard backing held in place by four metal turn-tabs. No foundry marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps are visible on the cast iron frame or backing.
Lot: 251 - Art Nouveau Style Cast Brass & Glass Inkstand
This decorative desk set features a cast brass frame designed in the Art Nouveau style, characterized by asymmetrical organic forms and stylized foliate scrolls. The frame rests on four scrolling feet and incorporates an upright, conical pen holder on the right side. Centrally located within the frame is a square-bodied molded clear glass inkwell. The reservoir is topped with a decorative cast brass lid featuring a lobed, foliate design. The brass surfaces exhibit a characteristic aged yellow-gold patina with darker oxidation present in the recessed decorative areas. Indistinct embossed or cast characters are present on the reverse of the central decorative backplate, though they are not legible.
Lot: 252 - Antique Hand-Painted Wood & Leather Bellows
An antique fireplace hand bellows constructed of two black-painted wood panels joined by a brown leather gusset. The leather is secured to the wooden frames with a series of decorative brass-toned metal tacks. The front panel features hand-painted floral decoration consisting of a central red rose surrounded by white daisies and green foliage, enclosed by a gold-toned pinstripe border. An additional hand-painted rosebud motif appears on the handle. The bellows terminates in a tapered metal nozzle and includes a leather hanging loop at the upper end of the handle. The reverse panel is finished in black with a central circular air intake aperture.
Lot: 253 - American Split Oak Orchard Basket w/ Fixed Handle
This antique American utility basket is constructed from wide, hand-split oak splints in a traditional woven pattern. The piece features a circular form with a reinforced double-hoop rim secured by small metal tacks. A thick, stationary bentwood handle is integrated into the structure. The wood displays a dark, naturally aged patina with surface oxidation. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels are present on the body or base, although a white paper tag marked 253 is attached to the rim. The hand-split construction and hardware are characteristic of late 19th or early 20th-century utilitarian basketry, often referred to as an orchard or apple basket.
Lot: 254 - 3 Vtg Borden's & Philadelphia Wood Cheese Crates
A trio of vintage wooden cheese crates intended for shipping and retail display. The collection consists of one Borden's Eagle Brand crate, one Philadelphia Cream Cheese crate, and one unmarked crate. Each container is constructed of wood with finger-jointed corners. The Borden's crate features blue printed graphics. The text on the front includes the brand name Borden's in cursive, 6 - 3 OZ. PKGS., EAGLE BRAND CREAM CHEESE, and THE BORDEN COMPANY, NEW YORK, N.Y. The Philadelphia Cream Cheese crate displays large block lettering on the front. The side of this crate bears the KRAFT PHENIX trademark, including a hexagonal logo with a stylized K, used by the Kraft-Phenix Cheese Corporation during the second quarter of the 20th century. The third crate is similar in form and material but lacks printed advertising.
Lot: 255 - Electro Compound Co. Wire Pulling Wooden Bucket
This is a vintage industrial wooden bucket manufactured by the Electro Compound Company of Cleveland, Ohio. The vessel is constructed of wooden staves bound by two metal hoops. It features a wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip. A large, original paper label is adhered to the front, identifying the contents as Y-ER EAS, a wire pulling compound designed for use in the electrical industry on lead, rubber, and synthetic covered cables. The brand name is centered within a red stylized lightning bolt graphic. The label lists the manufacturer address as 4145 West 150th St., Cleveland 11, Ohio, and includes the telephone number ORchard 1-0411. The postal zone and alphanumeric telephone exchange format indicate a mid-20th-century production date.
Lot: 256 - Wood Stave Well Bucket w/ Iron Hoops & Bail Handle
An antique well bucket featuring traditional stave construction. The body consists of vertical wooden staves secured by three horizontal iron hoops. Two vertical metal side straps reinforce the structure and serve as attachment points for the handle. The bucket is equipped with a heavy iron bail handle that includes a central circular suspension loop. Handwritten characters 6637 in white are visible on the central iron hoop. Small traces of red paint or wax are present near the bottom rim. A white paper inventory tag is attached to the handle.
Lot: 257 - Salt-Glazed Octagonal Stoneware Master Ink Bottle
This is an antique salt-glazed stoneware bottle with an eight-sided octagonal body. The vessel features faceted sides that transition into sloped shoulders and a short neck ending in a thick, flaring, rounded rim. The exterior is finished with a salt glaze, resulting in a mottled tan and light brown coloration and a characteristic orange-peel texture. Small dark iron spots are visible on the surface, which are typical firing anomalies for this type of stoneware. The base of the bottle contains a small, circular impressed mark in the center; however, the characters within the mark are worn and illegible. This form is characteristic of 19th-century master ink bottles used for bulk ink storage and pouring.
Lot: 258 - 2 American Green Earthenware Grapes & Lattice Pcs
This lot features two pieces of American molded earthenware pottery finished in a mottled green glaze. The primary item is a large pitcher decorated with a Grape and Lattice relief pattern, consisting of molded grape clusters and foliage set against a square grid ground. The vessel is further embellished with raised zigzag borders at the top and bottom. It includes a large molded handle and a prominent pouring spout. The second item is a small deep bowl with a slightly flared rim and a molded basketweave or foliate pattern on the exterior. Both pieces are composed of a buff-colored clay body, characteristic of yellow ware. These items are consistent with early 20th-century production from the Ohio River Valley and are frequently attributed to Uhl Pottery. No manufacturer marks are present on either piece.
Lot: 259 - Pair 19th C. Salt Glazed Stoneware Utility Jugs
This lot consists of a pair of 19th-century American salt-glazed stoneware utility jugs. Both vessels feature an ovoid body tapering to a narrow neck with a slightly flared rim and an applied loop handle. One jug is finished in a warm tan or buff-colored slip with a subtle salt-glaze texture. The second jug is finished in a light gray color with a prominent and glossy orange peel salt-glaze texture. Neither vessel bears any visible maker marks, stamps, or capacity designations. The interior of the necks shows a dark brown ferruginous wash.
Lot: 260 - Southwestern Hand-Painted Ceramic Landscape Vase
This is a hand-painted earthenware ceramic vase featuring a Southwestern-style landscape motif. The vessel is constructed with a rounded, bulbous body tapering to a narrow neck and a flared rim. The exterior is decorated with a wraparound scene depicting an adobe pueblo-style dwelling, two stylized figures in teal and purple cloaks, and desert rock formations. The upper portion of the vase has a mottled blue and white application suggesting a sky, while the lower half is grounded by three horizontal black bands. The base is signed in light blue paint with the name Van followed by an illegible word in script.
Lot: 261 - Set 12 Civil War Era Carbon Steel & Wood Flatware
A set of twelve (12) antique flatware pieces comprising a service for six, including six knives and six forks. This collection features carbon steel blades and tines fitted with dark wood handles, potentially ebony or rosewood. The handles are decoratively inlaid with white metal, likely pewter or white bronze, in a cross-and-bar motif at both the bolsters and the pommels, secured by two pins. This style is highly characteristic of American cutlery from the mid-to-late 19th century. Due to surface oxidation, no maker's marks are legible, though the design is consistent with pieces produced by manufacturers such as J. Russell and Co. Green River Works during the Civil War era. The construction represents typical domestic cutlery prior to the widespread adoption of stainless steel.
Lot: 262 - Vtg Galvanized 6-Compartment Milk Bottle Carrier
A vintage milk bottle carrier constructed from galvanized metal flat straps secured with rivets. The carrier is divided into six rectangular compartments in a two-by-three configuration, designed for the transport of glass milk bottles. It features a central carrying handle with a turned wooden grip attached to a metal frame. The structure includes diagonal cross-bracing for stability. There are no visible manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers on the item. A white auction tag marked 262 is attached to the bracing.
Lot: 263 - Two Navajo-Style Geometric Flatwoven Wool Rugs
This lot contains two Navajo-style flatwoven rugs constructed from wool. The first rug, positioned on the left, features a banded geometric composition with horizontal rows of repeating serrated diamond and lozenge motifs. The color palette for this piece consists of muted earth tones including ochre, tan, beige, and cream. The second rug, positioned on the right, displays a centralized geometric medallion design in the style of a Navajo Storm Pattern. It features a light grey field with stepped diamond and cross motifs in vibrant red, turquoise blue, and charcoal black, enclosed by a series of stepped, multi-colored borders. Both rugs are flatwoven with visible warp and weft textures typical of hand-woven wool textiles. No maker marks, signatures, or labels are visible on either piece.
Lot: 264 - 3 Vtg American Patchwork & Applique Quilts
This group of three vintage American quilts includes a hexagonal mosaic patchwork quilt, a duck motif crazy quilt, and a checkerboard scrap quilt. The first quilt features an all-over mosaic of hexagons constructed from a variety of vibrant floral, paisley, striped, and geometric prints. It is finished with a blue and white diagonal-striped binding and is machine-quilted in a continuous-line leaf and floral vine motif. The second item is a crazy quilt featuring seven panels with appliqu�d ducks and geese in various earth-tone fabrics. The irregular patchwork pieces are joined with white decorative feather stitching, also known as brier stitching. It is framed by a wide solid green border with maroon binding. The reverse features solid green fabric with hand-quilted geometric diamond and star patterns. The third quilt is a checkerboard design composed of square patches organized into distinct color-blocked sections, including a blue and white area and a red and yellow area, alongside various pastel and calico prints. This quilt features the same blue and white diagonal-striped binding as the hexagonal quilt and is machine-quilted with a repetitive heart and loop motif. The materials consist primarily of cotton and cotton-blend fabrics.
Lot: 265 - 3 Paul Dziak Signed Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoys
This collection consists of three hand-carved wooden duck decoys featuring a dark, high-contrast stained finish that highlights the natural grain of the wood. The decoys are constructed from a soft wood, possibly pine, with the heads carved as separate components and joined to the bodies. Each figure is outfitted with inset reddish-brown glass-style eyes and a glossy topcoat finish. The set depicts various duck species, characterized by differing head and bill shapes. One decoy is inscribed on the underside in black ink with the text MADE by Paul E. Dziak and dated Feb 1992. This same decoy also features a vintage mailing label identifying Mr. Paul Dziak with an address in Cleveland, Ohio. The bases of the decoys show multiple small, pre-drilled holes intended for mounting or the attachment of weights.
Lot: 266 - Charles Jobes Bufflehead Drake Wooden Decoy 2005
This hand-carved and painted wooden duck decoy by Charles Jobes depicts a male Bufflehead drake. The figure features a white body with gray and black painted feather details along the wings and tail. The head is rendered in dark tones with a large white patch, yellow eyes, and a blue-painted bill. The underside of the decoy is equipped with an inset rectangular lead weight and a metal circular tie-off ring. The base bears the handwritten signature Charles Jobes and is dated 2005. A small pink adhesive sticker numbered 266 is located on the bottom.
Lot: 267 - Dick Rhode Ducks Unlimited Pintail Drake Decoy
This lot features a decorative northern pintail drake duck decoy from the Ducks Unlimited Shooting Rig Collection. The decoy is characterized by its realistic form and detailed surface texturing. The head is painted dark brown with the species-typical white stripe extending from the side of the head down the neck. The bill is finished in blue-gray with black detailing at the base and tip. The body displays intricate painted vermiculation and feather patterns in shades of gray, tan, and black, with a green and purple iridescent speculum visible on the wing. The decoy is mounted on a wooden keel-style base. The base is inscribed with the text Ducks Unlimited Shooting Rig Collection and bears the signature Dick Rhode. A circular brass medallion featuring the Ducks Unlimited logo is inset into the center of the keel.
Lot: 268 - Amethyst and Milk Glass Covered Duck on Nest Dish, Attributed to L.G. Wright
A two-piece pressed glass novelty dish in the form of a duck on a nest. The lid features a translucent amethyst glass head and neck that transitions into an opaque white milk glass body. This bicolor effect is often associated with mid-20th-century production by companies such as Fenton for L.G. Wright, based on the original 1887 design by the Atterbury Glass Company. The lid is molded with stylized feather patterns, while the base features a conforming textured surface to resemble a nest. No manufacturer marks or logos are present on the glass. An orange adhesive tag with the number 268 is located on the interior of the base.
Lot: 269 - Art Deco Black Ceramic Kneeling Nude Sculpture
This Art Deco style sculpture depicts a kneeling female nude figure in a stylized pose with her arms crossed over her chest. The work is characterized by the simplified, elongated forms and smooth surfaces typical of the mid-20th century aesthetic. It is crafted from a ceramic material or chalkware with a uniform matte black finish. The interior body of the material is white, visible at a small point of loss on the right shoulder. The figure is self-based on its knees and feet. No signatures, foundry marks, or edition numbers are visible on the exterior surfaces of the work. This form is characteristic of decorative figurines produced by manufacturers such as the Alexander Backer Company or Royal Dux during the mid-20th century. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 271 - Brass Double Arm Student Lamp w/ Ruby Ribbed Glass
This lot features an electric double-arm table lamp designed in the Victorian Revival student lamp style, accompanied by two clear chimneys and a pair of cased glass shades attributed to Aladdin. The shades match the Aladdin N302 ruby ribbed pattern. The lamp assembly is constructed of metal with a brass-colored finish, featuring a weighted circular stepped base that leads to a bulbous pedestal adorned with a gadrooned decorative band. Two curved arms extend from the central column to support the circular shade holders. The central column terminates in a large circular ring handle. The lamp is fitted with a brown plastic-coated electric cord. The shades are composed of cased glass with a vibrant ruby red exterior and a white milk glass interior, each featuring a prominent vertical ribbed pattern. The clear glass chimneys exhibit a traditional bulbous base and a straight neck. No manufacturer marks are visible on the metal base or glass components.
Lot: 272 - R.B. Co. Cast Metal Shell Base Gooseneck Desk Lamp
This vintage desk lamp is constructed with a decorative cast metal base featuring an embossed shell and foliate motif. The underside of the base bears the stamped markings R.B CO and the number 62. The lamp includes a flexible gooseneck arm finished in gold-tone paint, which terminates in a rounded metal dome shade. A black turn-knob switch is located on the socket. The unit is equipped with a brown two-prong power cord. This design is characteristic of mid-20th century industrial and office lighting produced by firms such as the Reading Brass Company.
Lot: 272A - Brass-Toned Double Student Lamp w/ Yellow Swirl
This double-arm electric table lamp is designed in the student style, reflecting a Victorian-revival aesthetic. The central post is constructed of brass-toned metal with a dark, aged patina and is topped by a circular carrying ring. Two curved arms extend from the central column to support burner-style housings. Each housing contains an electric socket and is fitted with a clear glass chimney and a vibrant yellow cased glass shade featuring a spiral-ribbed swirl pattern. The lamp rests on a weighted, stepped circular base. One burner assembly retains a small white tag numbered 272A. The lamp is wired for electricity with a brown two-prong cord and features individual turn-key switches on each burner assembly.
Lot: 273 - Pair attr. Fenton Celeste Blue Stretch
A pair of vintage iridescent stretch glass candlesticks in the Colonial pattern, attributed to Fenton Art Glass. The pieces are finished in a Celeste Blue color with an iridized surface treatment. Each candlestick features a wide hexagonal base, a multi-faceted paneled stem, and a bulbous knop below a flared, circular candle cup. There are no visible manufacturer marks. One candlestick has a small white sticker on the base with the number 27. Approximate height: 8.5 - 10 inches.
Lot: 274 - Victorian Blue Opalescent Shingle Pattern Pitcher
This Victorian-era opalescent glass pitcher is featured in the Shingle pattern, also referred to as the Fish Scale or Imbricated pattern. The vessel is constructed of mold-blown glass with a milky white opalescence that transitions to a translucent blue at the pattern depths and base. The body is bulbous with a repeating overlapping scale motif. It features a crimped, scalloped rim and an applied translucent blue reeded handle, commonly known as a celery handle. The base is smooth and concave with no visible pontil scar. No factory maker marks are present on the piece. This item is attributed to the Northwood Glass Company, circa late 19th century. A small white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 274 is located on the base.
Lot: 275 - Marigold Carnival Glass Harvest Grape Punch Set
This ten-piece punch set is attributed to the Indiana Glass Company and features the Harvest Grape pattern. The collection is crafted from marigold iridescent glass. The punch bowl is designed with a scalloped, serrated rim and features an embossed motif of grapes and leaves around the upper shoulder. The lower exterior of the bowl is decorated with a row of large, vertical oval thumbprint panels and finished with a fluted base. The interior bottom of the bowl is molded with a sunburst pattern. The set includes eight matching punch cups, each adorned with the same embossed grape and leaf design and a single handle. A matching amber glass ladle with a curved handle and a double-pour spout is also included. A temporary label marked with the number 275 is located on the interior of the bowl.
Lot: 276 - Vtg Ceramic Corn-Themed Tableware
This collection consists of ceramic tableware items molded in the form of husked ears of corn. The group includes several elongated serving boats designed for corn-on-the-cob and a single upright salt or pepper shaker shaped as a partially husked ear. The items are constructed from earthenware finished with a high-gloss polychrome glaze in vibrant yellow and green. Two slightly different mold patterns are present among the serving dishes: one group features a solid yellow center and a swirl-textured base, while the other group features white-highlighted kernels and triangular kiln rests on the underside. No maker marks, signatures, or factory stamps are visible on the pieces.
Lot: 277 - Pyrex Autumn Harvest Cinderella Mixing Bowls (3)
This set of three graduated nesting mixing bowls is manufactured by Pyrex, a brand of Corning Glass Works, in the Autumn Harvest pattern. Produced between 1979 and 1986, the pattern features white stylized wheat stalks printed over a shaded burnt orange or rust-colored exterior finish. The bowls are made of white opal milk glass and feature the Cinderella design, which incorporates integrated dual-purpose handles that also function as pour spouts. Each bowl is marked on the base with embossed text including the manufacturer name, model number, capacity, and usage instructions for oven and microwave use. The collection includes the three smaller sizes from the standard four-bowl nesting set. Model 441: 1.5 pint Model 442: 1.5 quart Model 443: 2.5 quart.
Lot: 278 - Hazel-Atlas Attrib. Set 4 Enameled Glass Tumblers
A set of four clear glass drinking tumblers featuring a three-color screen-printed enamel decoration in the Kitchen Aids pattern, attributed to the Hazel-Atlas Glass Company. The design consists of three distinct horizontal bands: a rose-colored scrolling floral and heart border at the rim; a central array of white kitchen-themed motifs including a tea kettle with a heart, a coffee percolator, a hand-crank coffee grinder, a trivet, and various kitchen utensils; and a light blue scrolling floral border at the base. The vessels have a tapered, cylindrical form. No manufacturer's marks are visible on the pieces. Height: Approximately 5 inches Diameter: Approximately 2.75 inches.
Lot: 279 - Pyrex Snowflake Blue 441 Cinderella Mixing Bowl
A vintage Pyrex Cinderella-style mixing bowl, model number 441, which was the smallest size in the standard nesting set. The bowl is crafted from white opal glass and features the Snowflake Blue pattern, also known as Snowflake Blue Garland. This pattern consists of a blue transfer-printed border of scalloped lines, dots, and stylized snowflake or starburst motifs. The bowl is designed with a characteristic pour spout and an integrated tab handle. The base is marked with an embossed stamp that reads: PYREX TRADEMARK OVENWARE, MADE IN USA, 441, 1 1/2 PT. Dimensions: 7.5 inches wide (handle to spout) x 3.25 inches high.
Lot: 281 - Pair Glasbake & Fish-Shaped Glass Serving Dishes
A two-piece set of clear pressed glass serving dishes, both featuring a fish motif. The collection consists of one large oval serving bowl and one smaller shallow serving plate. The large bowl is marked on the base with a molded rectangular mark reading USA GLASBAKE J 514. This piece features an embossed scale texture on the exterior and a linear skeletal design with a smooth central circular medallion on the interior base. The smaller shallow plate features detailed molded characteristics including a large eye, gills, rayed fins, and a textured scale body. No maker mark is visible on the smaller plate. Both items are constructed from clear pressed glass, often associated with oven-proof utility ware from this period.
Lot: 282 - Burlington, Artone & Wood & Son Jugs & Teapot
This collection of six ceramic vessels is comprised of five character jugs and one miniature teapot, predominantly of English origin. The pieces are constructed from glazed earthenware, featuring hand-painted polychrome enamel decoration. The largest piece is a seated Toby jug titled The Winker by Burlington Ware, depicting a man winking in a black tricorn hat, orange coat, and green breeches. The base is marked with a black printed backstamp reading Burlington WARE MADE IN ENGLAND within a rectangular frame, alongside the hand-painted script title The Winker. An Artone miniature character teapot is formed as a man's head with a blue handle and spout, featuring a removable lid in the shape of a turquoise top hat. The base bears a circular black backstamp reading ARTONE ENGLAND HAND PAINTED. A second Artone piece is a small character jug depicting a masked highwayman in a blue coat holding a pistol and a gold bag, marked on the base with a small green printed stamp reading ARTONE ENGLAND. The collection includes a small seated Toby jug on a square base by Wood and Son, showing a man in a green coat and yellow breeches holding a foaming mug. The base is marked with a black printed stamp reading TOBY by WOOD and SON ENGLAND with a lion passant logo and an incised No 3. A diminutive standing character jug features a figure in a blue coat and yellow breeches on a green base, stamped in black on the underside with the word JAPAN. The final piece is a small seated Toby jug finished in a monochromatic honey-brown glaze, featuring an impressed shape on the partially glazed base without a visible manufacturer name.
Lot: 283 - Set 5 Japanese Ceramic Character & Toby Jugs
A collection of five ceramic jugs depicting various characters, produced in Japan for the export market during the mid-20th century. The set consists of a winking man character jug in a green coat and red bow tie holding a brown bottle; an elderly woman character jug in a pink dress and green shawl carrying a basket; a large Toby jug in a black tricorn hat, blue coat, and yellow waistcoat; a smaller Toby jug in a blue coat with a prominent brown handle; and a small character jug finished in a monochrome green glaze. All items are crafted from glazed earthenware and feature hand-painted details over the glaze. Three pieces carry marks of Japanese origin: the winking man and the woman with a basket both have a green backstamp containing a stylized monogram under the arching text Hand Painted and above the words MADE IN JAPAN; the larger Toby jug features a red circular floral logo over the word JAPAN. The smaller Toby jug is unmarked except for handwritten initials J.S. in black ink on the base. The green-glazed jug has handwritten notations in ink on the underside but no factory marks.
Lot: 284 - Vtg Gulf Oil Promotional Glass Marbles in Mesh Bag
A collection of vintage glass marbles produced as a promotional item for Bains Gulf Service in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The set is housed in its original packaging, which consists of a yellow plastic mesh bag stapled to an orange cardboard header. The front of the header features a blue rectangular field with white and yellow text reading FOR FRIENDLY CAR SERVICE, SHOOT STRAIGHT, and for this Sign, positioned next to the Gulf Oil circular logo. The reverse of the header identifies the local station as BAINS GULF SERVICE and NEW BETHLEHEM, PA. and displays a smaller Gulf logo. The bag contains an assortment of glass marbles featuring patch and swirl patterns in colors including green, blue, orange, red, and yellow. The style of the marbles is consistent with mid-20th-century American production by companies such as Vitro Agate or Akro Agate.
Lot: 285 - 31 Antique Bennington & Glazed Marbles
This lot consists of approximately 31 antique marbles, dating from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The collection is composed of both glazed and unglazed clay and stoneware. Included are several examples in the Bennington style, characterized by mottled brown and cobalt blue salt-glazes. The assortment also features glazed ceramic marbles in shades of solid cobalt, white, mustard yellow, and a tan speckled finish. The pieces vary in size from small peewees to larger shooters. A notable manufacturing characteristic present on many of the glazed specimens is the appearance of kiln marks, also known as eyes, which are small circular unglazed spots where the marbles rested during the firing process. These marbles were produced using molded and fired ceramic techniques. No manufacturer marks are visible on the items, which is typical for production marbles of this era.
Lot: 286 - Vtg Blue & White Swirl & Patch Glass Marbles
A collection of vintage glass marbles featuring a predominantly white opaque base. The marbles are decorated with varying patterns of blue, including swirls, patches, and streaks. The blue coloration ranges from light sky blue to deep cobalt. A small number of marbles exhibit secondary shades of cream or light gray. The patterns visible are consistent with styles produced by mid-20th-century American manufacturers such as Vitro Agate, Akro Agate, and Peltier, although no manufacturer marks or original packaging are present to confirm specific attribution. The items are housed in a clear resealable plastic bag.
Lot: 287 - 87 Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass Specimen
This collection consists of approximately 87 vintage glass marbles of varying designs, including swirls, patches, and corkscrews. The marbles are fashioned from both opaque and translucent glass in a diverse color palette. Many specimens exhibit patterns and color combinations associated with mid-20th-century American manufacturers such as the Peltier Glass Company and Akro Agate. Under ultraviolet light, one marble demonstrates an intense, bright green fluorescence characteristic of uranium glass. The marbles are contained within a shallow rectangular red cardboard tray featuring a paper label marked with the handwritten lot number 287.
Lot: 288 - Trio Vtg Western New York Advertising Thermometers
A collection of three mid-20th-century advertising thermometers featuring regional business promotions and scenic illustrations. The first item is a vertical thermometer for N. L. Smith Lumber Co. located at 802 Main St., Dunkirk, New York. It features a color print of a coastal lighthouse and sailboats on a rocky shore, housed in a textured dark brown frame with a faux-wood grain. The second item is a salesman's sample thermometer, used to demonstrate printing services. It features a rustic watermill scene and carries the text Your Advertisement Neatly Printed In This Space along with Sample No. 357 and Print No. 19. This piece is held in a brown frame with a geometric border and features a cardboard backing with an integrated fold-out stand marked Patent Pending. The third item is a horizontal thermometer for Freddie's Liquor Store located at 970 Sycamore, Buffalo 12, New York. This piece features two pin-up girl illustrations in the glamour style, with the illustration on the right bearing the signature Coles. The use of the Buffalo 12 postal zone and the TA. 1605 telephone exchange indicates a production date prior to the 1963 implementation of ZIP codes. All three items feature glass thermometer tubes mounted over printed scales.
Lot: 289 - Trio Advertising & Souvenir Framed Thermometers
This lot consists of three mid-20th century vintage advertising and souvenir thermometers. The first item is a framed advertising thermometer plaque for Hilltop Dairy of East Hampton, Connecticut. It features a circular window depicting a winter cottage scene. The front is printed with Hilltop Dairy Quality Dairy Products, 35 W. High St., East Hampton, Conn., DE 2-7676. The item is encased in a gold-toned metal frame with a wood-grain patterned background. The reverse is marked Series WP-47-T, Wood Panel Plaque, Picture No. 13 and bears a 1958 date stamp. The second item is a framed pictorial advertisement with an inset thermometer for insurance agent Clayton F. Lloyd. The lithograph print features a young girl in a green dress and is captioned Listen, Folks! I Insure with Clayton F. Lloyd Agent for Home Ins. Co. and Fidelity and Casualty Co. It is housed in a dark-stained wooden frame under glass. The third item is a landscape souvenir thermometer from Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It features a color image of a sailboat in the Thousand Islands near Boldt Castle. The silver-toned metal frame has a wood-grain patterned background with a thermometer on the right side. The back is marked Fabrique au Canada and Made in Canada with the rooster logo for adcrafter.
Lot: 290 - Quaker State Motor Oil Signs & Decals, c. 2000
A collection of Quaker State branded advertising and promotional materials, primarily consisting of New Old Stock items from circa 2000. The lot includes various printed cardstock signs and vinyl decals. Featured items include a large rectangular sign with the tagline For Longer Engine Life and a square sign for FCI Fleet Commercial Industrial services bearing the code 3002165. Also included is a stack of rectangular dealer signs promoting the 250,000 Mile / 10 Year Lubrication Limited Warranty, marked with copyright 2000 Quaker State Corporation and code 3000521. The assortment contains stacks of rounded rectangular vinyl decals mirroring the primary brand logo and tagline, a bundle of small square 4X4 Protected Vehicle stickers in original plastic packaging, and a shrink-wrapped stack of narrow rectangular engine decals instructing to Use Quaker State Motor Oils Only, bearing part number 59268. All items feature the characteristic green, yellow, and red color scheme of the Quaker State brand.
Lot: 291A - Quaker State Automotive Promo & Sales Ephemera
This lot consists of a collection of Quaker State automotive promotional materials and sales ephemera dating from the early-to-mid 1990s. The set includes a green vinyl sales portfolio with gold-tone metal corner protectors, stamped in gold-tone lettering with the Quaker State logo and the tagline "The intelligent oil." The interior of the portfolio features multiple document pockets and contains a small white plastic promotional pen. Also included within the portfolio is a printed promotional card featuring a graphic of an oil bottle on wheels with the text "Tough Driving Conditions Demand A Higher Level Of Performance," specifying "SAE 10W-30 MOTOR OIL" and citing "API SERVICE SH, SG/CC, CD" standards. The collection includes a group of green pinback buttons, each featuring the slogan "IS YOUR OIL INTELLIGENT? QUAKER STATE FOR LONGER ENGINE LIFE" with the company's "Q" logo. Completing the lot are multiple large-format rolled banners or signs featuring the Quaker State logo and the motto "FOR LONGER ENGINE LIFE," constructed from a heavy-duty vinyl or synthetic material.
Lot: 292 - Vtg Transportation & Travel Postcards & Ephemera
A collection of vintage postcards and travel-related ephemera primarily focused on mid-20th-century transportation themes. The maritime segment includes depictions of significant ocean liners and historic vessels such as the Queen Elizabeth, the Mauretania in New York Harbor (published by Pach NY), the Commodore Cruise Line ship SS Boheme (titled The Happy Ship), the whaleback steamer Christopher Columbus, and the U.S. Battleship Virginia. Regional interest cards featuring watercraft include the steamer Sagamo, paddle steamers on Chautauqua Lake, NY, and sponge boats in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The aviation component features several cards depicting United Air Lines aircraft in flight and on airport tarmacs with vintage propeller planes. This section also includes a fragment of a United Air Lines in-flight menu detailing dessert and beverage options. Space exploration is represented by a postcard of the Apollo lunar module on the moon's surface. Additional scenic subjects include La Crosse Harbor on the Mississippi River in Wisconsin. The collection encompasses various postcard eras including white border, linen, and chrome styles. Notable transcriptions include PACH N.Y. on the Mauretania card and title 83. PASSING AND REPASSING ALL THE LIVE LONG DAY, CHAUTAUQUA LAKE, N.Y. on the lake steamer card. Dimensions vary, generally 3.5 x 5.5 inches.
Lot: 293 - Lee-Metford Pattern 1888 Mk I Type II Bayonet
A British Pattern 1888 Mk I Type II bayonet, designed for use with the Lee-Metford and early marks of the Magazine Lee-Enfield (MLE) rifles. The bayonet features a straight, double-edged steel blade with a medial ridge, tapering to a sharp point. The hilt consists of an iron crossguard with an integrated muzzle ring and a forward-swept quillon ending in a ball terminal. The grips are fashioned from two slabs of dark wood, likely walnut, secured to the tang by two flush brass rivets. The steel pommel incorporates a spring-loaded press-stud release mechanism. The ricasso bears several deeply struck military inspection and proof marks including a Broad Arrow (Pheon) indicating British Government property, a Birmingham inspection stamp consisting of a Crown over B over 35, and a large capital letter X indicating the blade passed the factory bend test. A small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 293 is present on the blade. No scabbard is present.
Lot: 294 - Case XX 5 Dot 1975 6265 SS Folding Hunter Knife
A vintage large folding hunter pattern pocket knife, model 6265 SS, manufactured by W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Co. The knife features a two-blade configuration, including a master clip point blade with a saber grind and a large skinner blade. The master blade tang is stamped with USA 6265 SS. The secondary blade tang features the CASE XX mark with a five-dot dating system (three dots above and two below), identifying the year of manufacture as 1975. The handle is constructed from dark brown jigged bone with brass liners and pins. It features polished nickel silver bolsters and a nickel silver Case shield inlay. Blade length: 4 inches.
Lot: 295 - Royal Brand USA 3-Blade Stockman w/ Jigged Bone
This vintage three blade folding pocket knife is a stockman-style pattern manufactured by Royal Brand, a division of the National Silver Company. The knife features three carbon steel tools: a primary clip point blade, a secondary pen blade, and a leather punch or awl. The tang of the primary blade is clearly stamped with the marks ROYAL BRAND over U.S.A. The handle scales are constructed of jigged bone, secured to brass liners with three brass pins. The knife is finished with rounded nickel silver bolsters at both ends.
Lot: 296 - 8 Zippo & Advertising Windproof Flip-Top Lighters
A collection of eight windproof, flip-top pocket lighters in various styles and finishes. Several items in the group are identified as Zippo brand by visible markings. The assortment includes one standard brushed chrome lighter and one chrome lighter featuring the Zippo brand name in white text on a black horizontal band. An advertising lighter for Budweiser features the brand logo and is marked on the base with Zippo, Bradford, PA, Made in U.S.A. The collection also includes a brass-toned lighter with an applied high-relief emblem of a bucking horse and rider. Other designs include a vibrant multi-colored peacock motif, a chrome lighter etched with the novelty text I HAVE ISSUES, and a chrome lighter with a United States Air Force service decal. Completing the lot is a chrome lighter featuring an all-over embossed floral scroll pattern. Each lighter is constructed with a metal outer case and includes its original interior fuel chamber and chimney mechanism.
Lot: 297 - WWII US Army Medals & Insignia: Daniel D. Denny
A group of personal military artifacts associated with United States Army personnel Daniel D. Denny. The collection includes a white metal curb-link identification bracelet with a central plate hand-engraved PFC Daniel D. Denny. Military awards consist of an Army Good Conduct Medal in bronze with its original red and white striped ribbon, an American Defense Service Medal ribbon bar featuring two bronze service stars, and a ribbon bar for the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal. Insignia includes a pair of gold-toned pin-back bars for the rank of Second Lieutenant and one US block-letter collar brass pin. Equipment included in the lot consists of a vintage brass padlock stamped US on the body with a corresponding flat brass key stamped 1032, attached to a steel jack chain. Also included is a heavy double-linked white metal watch chain or lanyard featuring a spring-loaded clip marked DEPOSE and a swivel snap hook.
Lot: 298 - An Assortment of Vintage Fashion and Costume Rings
An assortment of fashion and costume rings in various decorative styles. The collection includes engagement-style solitaires, multi-stone cocktail rings, wedding-style bands, and ornate filigree pieces. Metals consist of gold-tone and silver-tone finishes, with some pieces showing underlying base metal. Notable markings include one silver-tone ring stamped 14K HGE (indicating 14 karat heavy gold electroplate) and a gold-tone solitaire marked 14K GERMANY. The assortment features a variety of settings, including prong, bezel, and cluster arrangements. Decorative elements include faceted clear stones, various colored stones in hues of blue, pink, green, and red, a large faux pearl, and a cameo-style insert featuring a profile portrait of a figure in a hat.
Lot: 299 - Vtg Chrome-Plated Medieval Knight Table Lighter
A vintage mid-century figural table lighter attributed to Eric Wedemeyer, modeled as a medieval knight in full plate armor. The chrome-plated figure is depicted in a frontal standing pose, wearing a stylized 16th-century style suit including a fluted breastplate, pauldrons, and a crested closed helmet. The figure is mounted to a circular tiered base composed of a central black plastic or Bakelite disc between two chrome-plated metal rings. The construction includes visible assembly screws on the reverse of the torso and a vertical seam on the base. A white adhesive inventory label with the handwritten number 299 is present on the front of the base.
Lot: 300 - Adrienne & Venice Fashion Watches, Set 9
An assortment of nine ladies fashion wristwatches in various decorative styles and materials. The collection includes two watches by the brand Adrienne: one features a large octagonal blue faceted glass case with gold-tone borders set with small clear stones on a blue crocodile-embossed leather strap, and the second features a turquoise-style stone dial and bezel inlay on a light green embossed strap. One Venice brand watch is included, featuring a white dial with Arabic numerals and a millefiori glass-style floral bezel on a pink crocodile-embossed leather strap. The lot also contains a pink composite or ceramic-style watch with a skeletonized dial revealing a mechanical movement, accented by a stone-set silver-tone bezel and matching link bracelet. Additional pieces include a large gold-tone watch with a dial fully pav�-set with clear stones on a black strap, a silver-tone globular watch encrusted with stones with a small rectangular dial window, a leopard print openwork cover watch on a grey textured shagreen-style strap, and a leopard print dial watch on a brown leather strap. One item is a black-tone watch head featuring a multicolored rhinestone-set dial without a strap. Movements appear to be primarily battery-powered quartz with the exception of the skeletonized model. No original boxes or documentation are present. Case sizes: 24mm to 46mm.
Lot: 301 - 1991 Collect-A-Card Corvette Card Set in Binder
1991 Inaugural Edition Vette Set Corvette Premium Collector's Cards by Collect-A-Card Corp. The collection includes cards depicting Chevrolet Corvette models from 1953 to 1991, along with Corvette brand emblems and a subset dedicated to racing legend Mario Andretti. Individual cards feature Vette Set in script at the top and specific identifiers in the bottom corners, such as model years for vehicles, FE for emblems, and MA for Mario Andretti. The cards are stored in nine-pocket plastic sleeves within a white three-ring binder. The binder cover features a promotional decal with the text 1991 Inaugural Edition VETTE SET and mentions the possibility of randomly inserted autographed cards.
Lot: 302 - Louis Marx & Co Attrib. Set 7 Plastic Cowboy Figs
A set of seven vintage Western-themed toy cowboy figures, attributed to Louis Marx and Company. These figures are constructed from molded hard plastic in two distinct colors: orange and a tan or cream tone. The collection features figures in three specific action poses. Several figures are depicted in a quick-draw gunslinger pose, each holding two revolvers and wearing dual hip holsters. One orange figure is modeled in a crouching stance holding a rifle or carbine. The remaining figures are in an active pose designed to hold a rope accessory, with one figure retaining a molded coiled lasso. These large-scale figures are characteristic of the Western playset accessories manufactured by Marx during the mid-1960s. Each figure is set on an integral flat plastic base.
Lot: 303 - 13 Vtg Plastic Toy Figures, attr. Louis Marx & Co
This lot consists of thirteen vintage-style molded plastic figures in a large scale, with several designs attributed to Louis Marx and Company based on established mold patterns and scale. The collection spans multiple genres and historical periods. Military figures include three green soldiers in various combat stances, two tan soldiers (one in a prone aiming position and one in a falling or seated pose), and one gray figure depicting a World War II German soldier aiming a rifle. Historical and fantasy figures include a silver-toned knight in full plate armor holding a polearm and four Native American figures depicted as an archer, a chief in a feather headdress, and warriors with a club and spear. The collection also includes a white astronaut in a detailed pressurized spacesuit and an orange civilian figure portraying a man with a cane. Each figure is a static, non-articulated casting in solid colored plastic with an integrated base. No manufacturer marks are visible on the exterior of the figures.
Lot: 304 - 11 Marx Style Toy Soldiers
This collection consists of 11 toy soldiers produced in the style of the Louis Marx and Company 6-inch series. Each figure is constructed from molded green plastic and stands on an integral irregular base. The assortment features a variety of combat and support poses, including riflemen in firing and advancing positions, a soldier throwing a grenade, a soldier with a submachine gun, and a radio operator. The figures are modeled after mid-20th-century United States infantry, showing detailed sculpting of uniforms, helmets, and weaponry. Height: Approximately 6 inches.
Lot: 307 - Mid-Century Modern Lathe-Turned Wooden Bowl
A lathe-turned wooden bowl featuring a shallow, rounded form with a golden-honey finish. The interior of the piece displays a prominent concentric circular grain pattern, while the exterior sides show a wavy grain. The base is flat and slightly recessed with a circular foot. Small mechanical indentations, characteristic of the turning process, are visible in the center of the base. The bowl bears no visible maker's marks, signatures, or backstamps. Its form and construction are consistent with mid-century woodenware produced by manufacturers such as the House of Myrtlewood or the Wolverine Wooden Bowl company. A small white rectangular inventory sticker is present on the interior rim.
Lot: 308 - Gothic Revival Wood 4-Tier Corner Wall Shelf
A four-tier corner whatnot or etagere designed in the Gothic Revival style, likely dating to the mid-20th century. The piece is constructed from stained wood, possibly maple or a similar hardwood, with a honey-toned finish. It features three graduated open shelves positioned above a larger bottom shelf, all of which are fixed. The side panels are decorated with reticulated fretwork in the form of elongated pointed cathedral arches. The top of each tier is accented with stylized finials, and the unit is supported at the base by a decorative scroll-cut corner bracket. This item is designed to be wall-mounted or placed in a corner. A small white rectangular label is present on the underside of the bottom shelf, though no characters are legible.
Lot: 309 - 3pc Blue & White Mottled Enamel Double Boiler Set
This vintage double boiler set is composed of three components: a lower pot, an upper insert pot, and a matching lid. The set is manufactured from metal with a blue and white mottled enamel finish, a style frequently referred to as graniteware. The exterior decoration consists of a blue base layer with a white speckled or splattered pattern, while the interior surfaces are finished in white enamel. Both the upper and lower pots feature long, tapered handles with integrated hanging loops at the ends. The lower pot includes a secondary wire loop handle on the opposite side to assist with pouring or lifting. The domed lid is fitted with a central rounded knob. There are no visible manufacturer marks, brand names, or country of origin stamps on the set. A small white paper sticker with the handwritten number 309 is present on the top of the lid.
Lot: 310 - 3 Vtg Enamel & Graniteware Basin, Bowl & Bundt Pan
This collection consists of three pieces of vintage enamel-coated metalware. The set includes a large rectangular baking pan with integrated handles, a round basin with two loop handles, and a fluted bundt cake pan. The rectangular pan features a blue and white speckled graniteware exterior finish with a white interior. The round bowl is finished with a dark, mottled exterior exhibiting iridescent qualities and a white interior. The fluted bundt pan has a dark glossy exterior and a grey and white speckled interior. No manufacturer marks, patent dates, or serial numbers are visible on any of the items. Small white adhesive labels with the handwritten number 310 are adhered to the interiors of the rectangular pan and the round bowl.
Lot: 311 - Trio Vtg Gray Mottled Graniteware Kitchen Items
A trio of vintage kitchen items crafted from gray and white mottled enamelware, a style frequently known as graniteware. The collection comprises a large round basin, a footed colander with an attached wire handle, and a rectangular baking pan. Each piece is made from enameled steel featuring a distinctive speckled finish. There are no visible manufacturer marks, stamps, or country of origin markings on the items. Each item has a small white adhesive label with the handwritten number 311.
Lot: 312 - Two Savory Enamelware Cooking Vessels
This lot features two pieces of vintage American enamelware produced by Savory, originally a brand of the Republic Metalware Co. of Buffalo, New York. The set includes one large oval roasting pan with a high-domed lid and one round covered pot. Both vessels are constructed from pressed sheet metal finished with a light blue-gray mottled vitreous enamel, commonly known as graniteware, with dark trim along the rims and handles. The maker name SAVORY is clearly embossed on the exterior side of the roasting pan base and on the top of the round pot lid. The oval roaster is designed with a deep base, dual side handles, and a single loop handle on the lid. The round pot features a deep cylindrical body and a lid with a single central loop handle. Measurements: Oval Roaster: Large-capacity Round Pot: Medium-sized.
Lot: 313 - Rival Press No. 8 & Metal Kitchenware & Bakeware
An assortment of vintage and antique metal kitchenware and utensils manufactured from materials including tin, aluminum, and cast iron. The collection features a large manual citrus press embossed with the mark RIVAL PRESS 8, BELMONT HARDWARE, U.S.A. One metal cutter tool is incised with the patent date PATD JULY-5-21. The group also includes a tube cake pan with a central chimney, a box-style grater with a wire loop handle, a cast aluminum manual citrus reamer with integrated drainage, and a curved perforated metal strainer with a hanging hole. A large spoon is finished in blue speckled enamel. Additional items include a piercer-style can opener and a small pastry wheel with a decorative handle and a serrated edge.
Lot: 315 - Paulls No. 2 Cold Blast Tubular Kerosene Lantern
A Paulls No. 2 cold blast tubular kerosene lantern, manufactured by the Wheeling Stamping Company of Wheeling, West Virginia. The lantern is constructed with a green painted metal frame featuring side tubes for air circulation and a protective wire cage surrounding a clear glass globe. The base of the fuel font is embossed with the identification No. 2 Paulls. The chimney cap is stamped with three patent dates: Pat May 21 95, Pat June 11 95, and Pat Nov 10 96. The unit retains its original non-electric kerosene burner assembly, including a wick adjustment knob and a mechanical lever mechanism for raising the globe. A wire bail handle is attached to the upper frame.
Lot: 316 - Two-Light Wrought Iron and Brass Table Lamp
This two-light table lamp is constructed from black-painted wrought iron and brass components, designed in a traditional or Neoclassical revival style. The piece features a central vertical iron stem topped by a decorative cast brass open scrollwork finial. Two horizontal iron arms extend from the central post to support brass font-shaped socket housings. The lamp is supported by a tripod base consisting of three arched, flat-sided iron legs that meet at a circular brass cap. The item is wired for electricity with standard brass sockets, black plastic turn-knob switches, and a modern black plastic-coated electrical cord. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures were identified on the base, stem, or sockets. A small white inventory label is affixed to one of the horizontal arms.
Lot: 317 - Vetter Rockford Industrial Gin Wheel Pulley Block
Large-scale industrial single-sheave pulley, also known as a gin block or gin wheel, manufactured by Vetter in Rockford, Illinois. The unit features an open-spoked, six-spoke cast sheave housed in a heavy-duty welded steel frame. A horizontal safety guard or rope guide is welded across the lower half of the frame. The assembly is topped with a forged steel swivel hook that includes a spring-loaded safety latch. The hook features embossed characters reading VETTER on one side and ROCKFORD on the opposite side, along with the number 78. Much of the original blue industrial paint remains on the surface.
Lot: 318 - Antique Coopered Oak Storage Barrel, Rope Handles
This antique storage barrel is constructed from vertical oak staves secured by four riveted iron hoops. The vessel features a cylindrical form with two thick, twisted natural fiber rope handles threaded through holes in the upper staves. The flat top includes a central circular wooden plug or bung. The exterior surface shows a dark, aged patina. A small white adhesive label with the handwritten number 318 is present on the lid. No maker's marks or brand names are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces.
Lot: 319 - Western Electric Bell System Cantilever Tool Case
This vintage cantilever-style tool case features a wooden body constructed with finger-jointed corners, originally finished with a black leatherette or oilcloth exterior covering. The interior contains three tiered metal cantilever trays designed for organizational storage. The exterior hardware includes metal corner guards, two side latches, and a central locking mechanism. The lock plate is stamped with the inscription CORBIN CABINET LOCK CO / NEW BRITAIN, CONN. U.S.A. below the keyhole. A leather-wrapped handle is mounted to the lid via metal loops. This design is highly consistent with professional service kits produced for Western Electric and the Bell System during the early to mid-20th century.
Lot: 320 - Black Leather Gladstone Style Medical Doctor Bag
This antique Gladstone-style bag is constructed of black leather over a hinged metal frame, typically used as a medical doctor's bag or for travel. The exterior features a single leather-wrapped handle and brass-toned latches, with a small metal key present in the locking mechanism. The interior is lined with a light-colored canvas material. A stitched-in fabric label inside the bag reads: THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS BAG GUARANTEES THAT THIS LINING IS MORE DURABLE AND WILL OUTWEAR ANY LEATHER LINING PUT IN A BAG. The bag includes reinforced leather corners and a series of metal rivets along the frame. A small white auction sticker marked 320 is attached to the front. No manufacturer name is visible on the bag or the interior label.
Lot: 321 - A Pair of Hand-Carved Hardwood Female Busts
A pair of hand-carved hardwood busts depicting stylized female figures. The carvings are executed in a warm-toned wood and are designed as a facing pair. Each figure displays detailed hair or head coverings with linear and coiled textures, large geometric-shaped earrings, and multi-layered, tiered necklaces. The reverse of the busts reveals smooth shoulder contours and further textural detail in the hair. No maker's marks or signatures are present. A white adhesive label with the handwritten number 321 is affixed to the back of one figure.
Lot: 322 - Pair Mid-20th C. Balinese Hand-Carved Wood Busts
A matching pair of hand-carved wooden sculptural busts from Bali, Indonesia, depicting a male and female figure in traditional ceremonial attire. The sculptures are crafted from wood with a warm, reddish-brown finish and a light surface polish. The male figure features a highly ornate headdress decorated with floral scrollwork and a distinctive rear topknot. The female figure is depicted with a tiered, pointed crown and large circular ear plugs, known as subeng. Both figures exhibit the stylized, elongated facial features characteristic of Balinese woodcarving traditions from the mid-20th century, which were often influenced by Art Deco aesthetics. The undersides of both bases are incised with the word BALI. Above this mark, the male bust is incised with the characters 1 and 9, with a third character obscured by adhesive residue. The female bust is incised with the characters 1, 9, and 9. A white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 322 is affixed to the reverse of the male bust. These figures likely represent traditional dancers or characters from Hindu epics such as Rama and Sita.
Lot: 323 - Pair Wood Busts of an Elderly Couple
A pair of hand-carved wooden busts depicting an elderly man and woman, rendered in the style of European folk art or Anri-style carvings. Each figure is depicted from the chest up and features visible tool marks characteristic of hand-carved work. The male figure is shown wearing a flat cap and a garment with vertical, carved ribbing. The female figure is depicted wearing a traditional headscarf and a similarly ribbed garment. Both pieces are finished in a dark, warm-toned wood stain. No maker's marks, signatures, or inscriptions are visible on the exterior of the carvings. A small white adhesive label is present on the top of the male figure's cap.
Lot: 324 - Attr. Ulysse Dabouze Haitian Wood Military Bust
A hand-carved wooden bust representing a military figure, attributed to the 19th-century Haitian artist Ulysse Dabouze. The sculpture depicts a figure wearing a high-collared tunic with incised decorative frogging on the chest and a star-shaped insignia on the left breast, topped with a large, structured bicorne-style hat. The facial features are defined by large, almond-shaped eyes containing cream-colored pigment and dark pupils. The reverse of the head shows a cross-hatched pattern representing hair. The entire bust is finished in a dark brown stain. A white adhesive label with the handwritten number 324 is affixed to the front of the hat. No signatures or maker's marks are visible on the piece.
Lot: 325 - Two Asian Carved Wooden Figurines
The lot consists of two hand-carved wooden sculptures. The first figure represents a Chinese Immortal, likely Shou Lao, the deity of longevity, characterized by a prominent high cranium, a long flowing beard, and a fan held in one hand. The figure stands on a base carved to resemble stylized rockwork and is finished with a dark stain. The second figure is a kneeling female in a devotional pose with hands joined in anjali mudra. This sculpture displays characteristics typical of Southeast Asian woodcarving, such as from Bali or Thailand, including elongated limbs and traditional dress. It is carved from a lighter-toned wood with a smooth surface finish. Both items bear white adhesive labels on the reverse with the handwritten number 325 in blue ink. No maker's marks, signatures, or reign marks are visible on either piece.
Lot: 326 - Hand-Carved Mexican Ironwood Eagle Sculpture
A hand-carved wooden sculpture of an eagle, attributed to the Seri craftsmen of Sonora, Mexico. The piece is fashioned from dense, dark ironwood with a polished finish that highlights the natural wood grain. The bird is depicted in a stationary, perched pose. It features a hooked beak, recessed circular eyes, and stylized textural details including incised lines on the head and a notched ruff around the neck. The wings and tail are defined by sweeping, deeply carved grooves. The figure is integrated into a rustic, wedge-shaped wooden base. A paper inventory sticker labeled 326 is adhered to the bird's right side. No maker's signatures or factory marks are present.
Lot: 327 - Pair Hand-Painted Composition Hawaiian Hula Figs
This pair of mid-century Hawaiian souvenir figurines is crafted from a molded composition material, such as chalkware or bisque, featuring a hand-painted matte finish. The lot consists of two distinct figures. The first is a hula dancer depicted in a dance pose with arms raised, wearing a green bikini top, a yellow lei, and a yellow synthetic fiber skirt. She stands on a bright green base with the word ALOHA embossed on the front edge. The underside of this figure retains a rectangular paper label with a hula girl graphic and the text from Hawaii with LOVE. The second figure is a musician playing a ukulele, wearing a red bikini top, a pink lei, and a natural-toned raffia fiber skirt. This figure includes a red flower in her hair and a small pineapple accessory at her feet. She stands on a dark green base also embossed with ALOHA. The underside of the musician figure features a white inventory sticker with the handwritten number 327. Height: Approximately 6.25 inches.
Lot: 327A - 5 Vtg Folk Art Wood Carvings w/ Mexican Bookends
A group of five hand-carved wooden items consisting of a pair of bookends, a pair of salt and pepper shakers, and a single large figurine. The pair of bookends is crafted in the style of Mexican folk art, featuring figures wearing sombreros in a seated siesta pose. One figure is painted with a red skirt and patterned banding, while the other wears cream-colored clothing with a red sash; both are attached to dark wooden bases. The salt and pepper shakers are bust-length carvings of an elderly man and woman; the man is depicted with a grey beard and blue cap, and the woman with a blue headscarf and pink top. Small dispensing holes are present at the top of each head. The collection also includes a large hand-carved troll figurine in the Scandinavian folk art style, made from a single block of wood with a medium-brown stain. The troll features a grumpy expression, an oversized nose, and deep facial furrows, and is standing with hands in pockets. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels were observed on any of the pieces.
Lot: 328 - Carved Wood Duck Decoy, Trapshooting Hall of Fame
This vintage hand-carved duck decoy is constructed from wood with a dark brown stained finish that highlights the underlying grain. The item is built in multiple sections, featuring a visible horizontal join through the center of the body and a separately carved head joined at the neck. It is finished with small black glass eyes. The flat underside of the base retains a printed paper label with a Trapshooting Hall of Fame emblem and text reading: Paul Dziak, 603 E. 260 St., Cleveland, OH 44132. Faint incised characters are present on the raw wood of the base but are not clearly legible. A small white inventory sticker with the handwritten number 328 is adhered to the back of the piece.
Lot: 329 - Hand-Carved Wood Canvasback Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
This hand-carved wooden duck decoy depicts a Canvasback. The decoy features a red-painted head with inset glass eyes and a dark-painted breast and tail. The body is constructed of wood with prominent grain and checking visible throughout. The underside is fitted with a lead ballast weight and a front-mounted metal attachment point for a decoy line. Several characters are stamped into the base, including an S and other weathered marks. A white auction lot sticker numbered 329 is affixed to the right side of the head. The construction and stamped S resemble the work of makers such as Fred Schieber (F&S).
Lot: 330 - resultVictor Animal Trap Co. Wood Drake Scaup
This is a carved wooden duck decoy representing a drake scaup, commonly referred to as a bluebill. The item was manufactured by the Animal Trap Company of America under the Victor brand in Lititz, Pennsylvania, likely during the mid-20th century. The decoy features a solid wood body with a textured, combed surface designed to simulate feathering. It retains remnants of its original painted finish, including a dark brown head, a faded yellow-green bill, and patches of gray and blue-black pigment on the sides and tail. A single dark circular eye, likely glass or a tack, remains inset on the right side of the head. The underside of the decoy is marked with incised capital letters, with VICTOR appearing to the left of a central groove and PAT to the right. A brass screw eye for a tether is present on the front of the base. A small white paper sticker with the handwritten number 330 is affixed to the underside.
Lot: 331 - Antique Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
A primitive hand-carved wooden duck decoy, resembling the working decoys produced by the Victor Animal Trap Company during the early to mid-20th century. The decoy represents a hen, possibly a mallard or black duck, and is constructed of at least two wood components with the head mounted to a solid body. The entire body features a distinctive textured surface, achieved through heavy scoring or rasping to simulate plumage. The head is fitted with two inset dark glass eyes. The exterior is finished in a weathered brown tone. There are no visible manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures on the surfaces shown.
Lot: 332 - Vintage Hand-Carved Cork-Body Black Duck Decoy
This vintage working duck decoy represents a black duck or hen mallard. The piece is constructed with a hand-carved wooden head and tail inset into a textured cork body. The head is finished in dark paint with a contrasting cream-colored face patch and painted feathering details. The body features a dark, textured finish typical of mid-20th-century cork-body working decoys. The form and construction are consistent with Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern carving styles, resembling work attributed to regional carvers or manufacturers such as the Wildfowler Decoy Company, although no maker marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 333 - Set 4 Prokop Farm Dairy Milk Bottles, Wire Carrier
This dairy collectible set originates from the Prokop Farm Dairy, formerly located in Mt. Cobb, Pennsylvania. The collection features four clear glass one-quart liquid measure bottles, each with a traditional round body, a tapered neck, and a reinforced rim. The face of each bottle is embossed with a circular design containing the text ONE QUART LIQUID at the top and a large capital letter P in the center. The surrounding text reads PROKOP FARM DAIRY in the upper arc and MT. COBB, PA. in the lower arc, with REGISTERED at the base. The bottles are contained within a primitive-style wire carrier designed for a 2x2 configuration. The metal carrier features a tall central handle terminating in a coiled wire spring-style grip.
Lot: 334 - Vtg Jadeite Green Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A two-piece covered dish in the hen-on-nest form, made of opaque mint green glass in the Jadeite style. The lid is molded in the shape of a nesting hen, featuring detailed feather textures on the body and tail, and a defined head with a comb and wattle. The base is molded in a basketweave pattern designed to resemble a nest, with a decorative scalloped rim along the top edge. This form and color were produced by various American glass manufacturers throughout the mid-to-late 20th century. No manufacturer marks are visible on the interior or exterior of the pieces.
Lot: 335 - Iridescent Jadeite Glass Rooster Covered Dish
This is a two-piece covered pedestal dish crafted from jadeite glass with an iridescent carnival finish. The vessel is molded in the form of a standing rooster with detailed molded feathering across the body and tail. The upper section serves as a lid, depicting the bird's head, comb, and wings, while the lower section forms the base and a flared, fluted pedestal. The glass exhibits a semi-opaque mint green color typical of jadeite, enhanced with a lustrous, multi-colored iridescent coating. No manufacturer marks, signatures, or logos are visible on the interior of the lid or the underside of the base. This mold is characteristic of mid-20th-century American pressed glass production, often associated with makers such as Fenton, Westmoreland, or Mosser. A small adhesive lot sticker numbered 335 is present on the side.
Lot: 336 - L.E. Smith Amberina Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A two-piece pressed glass novelty covered dish in the traditional Hen on Nest form, manufactured by the L.E. Smith Glass Company. The piece is executed in Amberina glass, featuring a characteristic color transition from deep ruby red at the upper points of the hen and the rim of the base to a vibrant golden amber at the lower sections. This color variation is the result of a heat-sensitive chemical process during production. The lid is molded in the form of a brooding hen with detailed textured feathering on the body and tail. The base is designed as a deep oval bowl with a molded basket-weave or lattice pattern on the exterior. An embossed rectangular manufacturer mark reading L E S M I T H is visible on the interior center of the base. Dimensions: Approximately 5 to 7 inches in length.
Lot: 337 - Amberina Glass Six-Petal Footed Compote Bowl
An amberina glass footed compote bowl, attributed to the Viking Glass Company's Epic series in the Persimmon colorway. The vessel is crafted from pressed glass, characterized by a vibrant orange-red hue at the rim that transitions into a yellowish-amber toward the base. The form features a wide, six-point ruffled rim with deep fluting and undulations. The interior base of the bowl is molded with six recessed circular petal designs radiating from the center. The bowl is supported by a tapered pedestal base with molded vertical ribs. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the body or base. A small white rectangular adhesive sticker with the handwritten lot number 337 is present on the interior base.
Lot: 338 - Amberina Crackle & Pressed Glass Pitcher & Basin
This is a two-piece decorative miniature set comprising a pitcher and a matching basin, executed in Amberina art glass. The glass displays a characteristic color gradation from a deep ruby red at the upper edges to a warm orange and golden amber toward the base. The pitcher features a crackle glass texture, a flared tricorne-style spout with a ruffled rim, and an applied translucent yellow handle. The basin is made of pressed glass with a diamond quilted pattern on the exterior and a scalloped rim. The interior floor of the basin features a molded sunburst motif. While no permanent manufacturer marks are present, the style and patterns are consistent with mid-century American glass production, specifically the Canterbury Sunset line by Indiana Glass and crackle glass wares from West Virginia companies like Kanawha or Pilgrim Glass. Each piece retains a white paper label, with the label inside the basin marked 338 in blue ink. Pitcher height: Approximately 4 to 6 inches.
Lot: 339 - Pair Moon & Star Pattern Amberina Glass Baskets
This pair of decorative pressed glass baskets is produced in the Moon and Star pattern, featuring characteristic embossed circular moons with multi-pointed stars. The glass is finished in an Amberina colorway, showcasing a gradient transition from deep ruby red at the rims and handles to a yellow-orange at the pedestal bases. Each basket is designed with a flared, scalloped rim and a smooth, high-arched applied glass handle. The pattern is repeated across the body and the footed base. While visually consistent with mid-20th century production by American glass houses such as L.E. Smith or Indiana Glass, there are no manufacturer marks, signatures, or acid stamps visible on either piece.
Lot: 340 - Pair Moon & Star Pattern Amber Glass Canisters
This lot consists of two graduated amber pressed glass canisters in the Moon and Star pattern, attributed to the L.E. Smith Glass Company. The pattern features large circular indentations containing multi-pointed star motifs, separated by vertical columns and rows of beading. The glass is a deep honey-amber color. The pair includes one tall cylindrical vessel and one shorter cylindrical vessel. Both pieces feature ground glass frosted rims designed to accommodate stopper-style lids. One matching Moon and Star pattern lid with a frosted ground glass base is included. A small raised rectangular mark is present on the interior base of the taller canister, featuring the letter S and a second character that is not clearly legible.
Lot: 341 - Pair Mid-C. Amber & Orange Swung Art Glass Vases
This lot features two pieces of mid-century modern art glass in warm amber and orange tones. The larger piece is a vibrant orange-amber swung glass vase, characterized by a six-petal lobed footed base. The body tapers significantly before flaring into a hand-pulled, scalloped rim. This specific form is highly indicative of mid-20th-century American art glass and is frequently attributed to manufacturers such as Viking Glass or L.E. Smith. The smaller piece is a golden amber glass pedestal vase with a bulbous body, a slender neck, and a teardrop-shaped pulled rim. This vessel is supported by a short stem on a flat, circular base. Both items exhibit the organic, fluid lines characteristic of the period's hand-finished glassware. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on either piece.
Lot: 342 - Mid-Century Modern Hand-Blown Swirl Art Glass Basket Vase in the Style of Murano
A mid-century modern hand-blown art glass vessel featuring a pulled basket form. The vessel is characterized by dramatic color transitions, beginning with a deep charcoal or dark brown base that flows into bands of translucent amber and opaque white swirls. The upper section and integrated handle are made of clear light aqua blue glass. The handle is constructed by drawing glass from opposite sides of the rim and fusing it at the apex. The piece exhibits internal color marbling and contains small internal air bubbles (seeds) characteristic of hand-blown glass. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels are visible.
Lot: 343 - Trio Cobalt Blue Glass: Swirl Pitcher, Vase & Lamp
This collection consists of three pieces of cobalt blue glass. The primary piece is a hand-blown pitcher featuring a vertical optic swirl pattern, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied heavy blue glass handle. The second item is a freeform art glass vase or sculpture designed with a coiled, circular foot that tapers into a vertical body with a multi-pointed, pulled rim. The third piece is a complete miniature oil lamp set, which includes a pressed glass base with a small handle and an embossed fruit and leaf pattern, a metal burner with a wick, and a matching cobalt blue chimney with a ruffled rim. The underside of the lamp base is embossed with the mark MADE IN HONG KONG. The pitcher is the tallest item in the group and bears a lot number sticker 343 on the body.
Lot: 344 - Furnivals Versailles Plates & Flow Blue Platter
This collection of glazed earthenware ceramic items includes several circular plates and an oval serving platter of English origin. The plates feature the Versailles pattern by Furnivals Ltd, characterized by a cobalt blue transfer-printed border of floral motifs and scrollwork on an off-white ground with scalloped rims. The underside of each plate is marked with a blue transfer-printed backstamp featuring the Furnivals name, the pattern title Versailles, and England. Some plates also display additional markings, including impressed or painted numerals and a red pattern number. The large oval serving platter is decorated with a deep cobalt blue border in a flow blue style, where the pigment has softened into the glaze, and features a molded, scalloped edge. No maker's mark is visible on the platter. These pieces are characteristic of late 19th to early 20th century English ironstone.
Lot: 345 - Mason's Patent 1858 Eagle & Star Glass Storage Jar
Large Mason's Patent Nov 30th 1858 Eagle and Star clear glass storage jar. The clear glass vessel features embossed text on the front side reading MASON'S above a five-pointed star, with PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858 below. The reverse side is decorated with an embossed American eagle motif surrounded by stars. The jar is constructed with a wire bail handle featuring a turned wooden grip and is topped with a white-painted metal screw-on lid. The glass exhibits vertical mold seams, and the overall design is characteristic of mid-20th-century commemorative or decorative glass storage vessels.
Lot: 346 - Pyrex Butterfly Gold Cinderella Mixing Bowl Trio
This lot features three Pyrex Cinderella style nesting mixing bowls in the Butterfly Gold pattern, specifically the second version introduced in the late 1970s. The bowls are constructed from white opal milk glass with a fired-on colored finish. The set follows an alternating color scheme: the largest and smallest bowls are harvest gold with white graphics, while the middle bowl is white with harvest gold graphics. The pattern consists of stylized flower heads and butterflies. The Cinderella form is distinguished by two integrated handles of different sizes that serve as pouring spouts. The base of the largest bowl is embossed with the model number 444 and capacity 4L, the Pyrex brand mark, and the text FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER CORNING NY USA 27. The base of the middle bowl features a faint Pyrex brand mark and MADE IN U.S.A. The base of the smallest bowl is embossed with model number 442 and capacity 1.5L, the Pyrex brand mark, and the text FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER CORNING NY USA 31. Capacity: 4 Liters (Model 444) Capacity: 1.5 Liters (Model 442).
Lot: 347 - Pair Pyrex Butterfly Gold Covered Butter Dishes
This lot features a pair of vintage milk glass covered butter dishes produced by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). Both items are decorated with the Butterfly Gold pattern, a popular mustard-yellow silk-screened motif featuring a central stylized flower flanked by butterflies and floral sprays. This pattern was designed to coordinate with Corelle dinnerware and was widely produced during the 1970s. Each dish consists of a rectangular base and a fitted lid, designed to hold a standard 1/4 lb stick of butter. The undersides of the bases feature an embossed circular manufacturer's mark. The markings include the word PYREX at the top, the numbers 22 and 75-B in the center, and MADE IN U.S.A. at the bottom. Approximate dimensions per unit: 6.75 inches L x 3.5 inches W x 2.25 inches H.
Lot: 348 - Pyrex Princess Turquoise Casserole w/ Scroll Lid
This vintage Pyrex oval casserole dish features an opaque white glass base with a fired-on solid turquoise blue exterior, part of the Princess line. The set includes a clear glass lid featuring a gold-toned metallic filigree decoration in the Golden Scroll pattern. The underside of the base is embossed with the markings 1 1/2 QUART, PYREX, and MADE IN U.S.A. The clear lid is marked with the model number 945C 17 on the rim and the PYREX brand name on the handle. Capacity: 1.5 quarts.
Lot: 349 - Trio Pyrex Daisy Pattern Yellow Glass Casseroles
This set of three vintage Pyrex ovenware items features the Daisy pattern, also known as Sunflower, which was introduced in the late 1960s. The collection consists of one rectangular baking dish and two round casserole dishes. Each piece is constructed of white opal glass with a bright yellow fired-on exterior color. The rectangular dish includes a clear glass lid with molded horizontal ribs. The two round casserole dishes feature clear glass lids decorated with a large stylized sunflower motif in yellow and orange, surrounded by a ring of smaller yellow flowers. The base of the rectangular dish is embossed with the following marks: 550B 1 1/2 QT., TRADE MARK, 10, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. The round lids are marked on the handles with 20 470-C and PYREX. Capacity: 1.5 Quarts (rectangular dish).
Lot: 350 - Pyrex Primary Colors Nesting Mixing Bowls, Trio
A trio of graduated nesting mixing bowls from the Primary Colors series manufactured by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works) in the United States. The collection comprises a small blue bowl, a medium green bowl, and a large yellow bowl. These items are crafted from white opal glass with a fired-on exterior color glaze. The base of the blue bowl features embossed markings including T.M. REG. PYREX U.S.A., the model number 401, and OVENWARE. The set is incomplete as it lacks the red 1.5-quart bowl originally included in the retail set. A non-factory mark is visible on the underside of the blue bowl in green pigment. Small Blue Bowl (401): approx. 5.75 inches diameter Medium Green Bowl: approx. 8.5 inches diameter Large Yellow Bowl: approx. 10.5 inches diameter.
Lot: 351 - Vtg Pyrex Butterfly Gold Cinderella Nesting Bowls
A trio of vintage Pyrex Cinderella style nesting mixing bowls in the Butterfly Gold pattern, Version 1. These bowls are constructed of tempered opal glass, commonly known as milk glass. The Cinderella design is distinguished by dual-purpose handles on opposite sides that also function as pouring spouts. The decoration consists of stylized floral clusters and scrolling vine motifs. This set features two yellow bowls with white patterning and one white bowl with golden-yellow patterning. The base of the middle-sized bowl is embossed with the Pyrex trademark, indicating manufacture in the United States by Corning Glass Works. Visible marks include the manufacturer name, model numbers, capacities, and the notice: FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER MADE IN U.S.A. Model 441: 1.5 Pint Model 442: 1.5 Quart Model 443: 2.5 Quart.
Lot: 352 - Pair Pyrex Town & Country Opal Glass Mixing Bowls
A pair of vintage white opal glass mixing bowls manufactured by Pyrex. The set includes one Cinderella-style mixing bowl featuring two handles of different sizes that also function as pour spouts, and one standard round mixing bowl. Both pieces are decorated with the Town and Country pattern, which consists of a continuous band of geometric starbursts, stylized floral medallions, and cross-hatch motifs in orange and light brown. The base of the larger bowl is embossed with the mark PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., and a capacity marking of 1 1/2 QT.
Lot: 353 - Set Pyrex Verde Opal Glass Casseroles & Lids
This set of vintage American ovenware is manufactured by Pyrex in the Verde pattern. The group includes an olive green oval casserole dish, a yellow divided oval casserole dish, and three coordinating white opal glass lids. The lids are decorated with a screen-printed motif of olive green and yellow berries and leaves characteristic of the Verde line. The base of the green dish bears the maker mark: 045 2 1/2 QT. PYREX MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. The yellow dish features an integrated vertical divider within the interior.
Lot: 354 - Three Vintage Pyrex Opal Glass Baking Dishes
This collection consists of three vintage Pyrex opal glass baking dishes in varied colors and forms. The first piece is a 1.5-quart oval casserole dish in the Woodland pattern, featuring a brown and tan leaf vine on a cream ground. It includes its original clear glass lid and bears the embossed base mark 043 1 1/2 QT. / PYREX / MADE IN USA / 15. The second piece is a square baking dish with tab handles in a forest green exterior finish. The third piece is a rectangular baking dish in a red exterior finish. These items are made of opaque white glass, commonly referred to as opal glass or milk glass.
Lot: 355 - Pyrex Verde Pattern Mixing Bowls & Ovenware
This collection of vintage Pyrex kitchenware is finished in the Verde pattern colorway, manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. The items are constructed from opaque white milk glass with a fired-on exterior color in various shades of green, including dark olive, medium pea green, and lime. The assortment includes Cinderella-style mixing bowls with dual-purpose tab handles and pour spouts, a standard deep round mixing bowl, and a round casserole dish. The base of the casserole dish is embossed with the following marks: 475 - B 2 1/2 QT. TRADE MARK 50 PYREX (R) MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE.
Lot: 356 - Set 6 Rosenthal Studio-Linie Plus Champagne Coupes
This set consists of six clear glass vessels designed for use as champagne coupes or dessert bowls. Produced by the German manufacturer Rosenthal as part of the Studio-Linie collection, these pieces are in the Plus pattern designed by Wolf Karnagel. The glasses exhibit a minimalist Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, characterized by a wide, shallow bowl with a rounded profile. Each vessel features a short, thick, solid cylindrical stem that rests on a flat, circular foot. The glass is clear and undecorated with fire-polished rims. Each glass bears an acid-etched mark on the base featuring the Rosenthal name in cursive script above the studio-linie designation in a sans-serif typeface.
Lot: 357 - Style VI Ltd. Snow Leopard Pattern Faux Fur Jacket
This mid-length vintage jacket is a product of Style VI Ltd., manufactured in the United States. The garment is crafted from high-quality synthetic faux fur featuring a spotted motif reminiscent of snow leopard or lynx, utilizing a color palette of off-white, gray, and dark brown. It is constructed using vertical panels designed to replicate traditional pelt assembly. The coat features a wide collar and long sleeves. The interior is fully lined with a gold-tone satin-weave fabric. The manufacturer label is sewn into the interior lining, reading Style VI Ltd., Fur Clean Only, and Made in U.S.A. A secondary tag at the neck also identifies the country of origin as the United States. Based on the style and branding, the piece dates to the late 1970s or 1980s.
Lot: 358 - East 5th Faux Fur Button Front Swing Coat
This mid-length women's coat is produced by the brand east 5th. The exterior is constructed from a plush faux fur material featuring a vertical striped pattern in shades of chocolate brown, tan, and cream. The garment is designed with a notched collar and a slightly flared swing silhouette. The front closure features three large, dark brown circular plastic buttons. Two vertical slit pockets are integrated into the side seams at the hips. The interior is fully lined with a smooth, dark brown synthetic fabric. A black fabric label at the interior neckline displays the brand name east 5th. A secondary tag indicates the size as Large/Grande, includes the identification number RN 93677, and states the item was made in China.
Lot: 359 - Terry Lewis Lynx Pattern Faux Fur Jacket
A women's short faux fur jacket by Terry Lewis from the Classic Luxuries collection. The garment is constructed with a boxy silhouette featuring a wide shawl collar and long sleeves. The exterior faux fur is designed with a printed pattern mimicking natural feline fur, such as lynx or bobcat, utilizing a palette of tan, warm brown, and white with black spots and vertical stripes. The interior is finished with a coordinated tan satin-finish lining. A black fabric label at the interior neckline identifies the maker as Terry Lewis Classic Luxuries, accompanied by a size tag marked L. According to the care and content label, the shell face is composed of 94 percent acrylic and 6 percent modacrylic, with a 100 percent polyester backing and lining. Size: Large (L).
Lot: 360 - Adrienne Landau Faux Fur Vertical Striped Vest
This sleeveless open-front vest by designer Adrienne Landau is crafted from plush faux fur featuring a variegated vertical striped pattern in shades of brown and tan, intended to mimic the appearance of natural pelt strips. The garment is constructed with a rounded neckline and is fully lined with a dark brown satin-finish synthetic fabric. The interior neck features a black fabric label with a stylized red A and the Adrienne Landau brand name. A secondary tag attached below the main label indicates the size as Medium and states the item was made in China. The vest is presented on a matching branded black plastic hanger.
Lot: 361 - Walt Disney World of Knowledge Grolier Set c. 1973
A multi-volume set of Disney's Wonderful World of Knowledge, an illustrated children's encyclopedia series. The books are bound in publisher's cream-colored pictorial boards. The front covers feature a combination of Disney character graphics�including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Donald Duck�and color photographs related to the educational content of each volume. The interior layout consists of educational text interspersed with color illustrations of Disney characters and various photographs. The spines are numbered and include the series title and Disney logo. Based on visual consensus and similar editions, this set was published by Grolier Enterprises, Inc. and Danbury Press circa 1973.
Lot: 362 - Golden Press Golden Book Encyclopedia Set, c. 1970
A multi-volume set of educational reference books titled The Golden Book Encyclopedia, published by Golden Press. This collection is bound in yellow pictorial hardcover boards and remains preserved in its original clear plastic shrink-wrap. The spines are sequentially numbered and display alphabetical guide words for the contents of each book. The front cover of the final volume features a collage of illustrations including a portrait of George Washington, a windmill, a weather vane, and a ball of yarn, alongside text identifying it as the index volume. The Golden Press imprint is present at the base of each spine. A small white adhesive label with a handwritten number is affixed to the exterior of the shrink-wrap.
Lot: 363 - National Audubon Society Nature Encyclopedia, Set
This is a complete twelve-volume set of The Audubon Nature Encyclopedia, sponsored by the National Audubon Society. The set was published by Curtis Books, a division of The Curtis Publishing Company, Philadelphia and New York. Each volume is a hardcover bound in publisher's yellow cloth featuring black and reddish-brown stamped titles and the cp logo on the spine. The collection is an alphabetically arranged reference of natural history, beginning with Volume 1 covering AC through BE and concluding with Volume 12 covering WE through ZO, which also contains the series index. The interior pages are profusely illustrated with black and white photographs, line drawings, and monochromatic diagrams.
Lot: 364 - Time-Life, This Fabulous Century Book Set, 1969-70
A multi-volume set of books titled This Fabulous Century, published by Time-Life Books. This collection provides a decade-by-decade pictorial history of the United States, spanning from 1870 to 1970. Each volume is quarto in size and is quarter-bound in black textured leatherette with gilt-stamped titles and dates on the spines. The boards are finished in vibrant, multi-colored cloth featuring an Op Art-style geometric pattern. The volumes contain a vast array of archival photographs, contemporary illustrations, and graphics. Featured content includes iconic cultural markers such as a 1934 Vanity Fair caricature of Franklin D. Roosevelt. The spines clearly display the time periods covered: 1870-1900, 1900-1910, 1910-1920, 1920-1930, 1930-1940, 1940-1950, 1950-1960, and 1960-1970.
Lot: 365 - National Historical Society Early America Set
A multi-volume set from the Architectural Treasures of Early America series, published by the National Historical Society in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, circa 1987. The books are bound in matching dark green leatherette with gilt-stamped titles and decorative bands on the spines. This series is a compilation of architectural studies originally featured in the White Pine Series of Architectural Monographs. The volumes included are: New England by the Sea (III), Homes of New York and Connecticut (V), Early Architecture of Rhode Island (VI), Village Architecture of Early New England (VII), Early American Southern Homes (VIII), The Evolution of Colonial Architecture (IX), Early American Community Structures (X), Blueprints for America's Past (XI), The Southern Tradition (XII), Styles of the Emerging Nation (XIII), The Grandeur of the South (XIV), The Georgian Heritage (XV), and Spirit of New England (XVI). The NHS publisher logo is printed at the base of each spine. The interior of each volume contains extensive black and white photographic illustrations, architectural plans, and descriptive text documenting historic American buildings and interiors from the 17th through the early 19th centuries. Specific subjects depicted include The Lindens in Danvers, Massachusetts, and Elmwood in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Lot: 366 - Bastiat & Carroll, 3 Vols, Political Economy, 1964
A set of three hardcover octavo volumes from the William Volker Fund series on economics published by D. Van Nostrand Company, Inc. This collection includes two titles by Fr�d�ric Bastiat, Economic Harmonies and Selected Essays on Political Economy, alongside Organization of Debt into Currency and Other Papers by Charles Holt Carroll. These mid-century editions are noted for their modern English translations and scholarly introductions by George B. de Huszar, Dean Russell, and W. Hayden Boyers. The books are bound in publisher's cloth and retain their original two-tone pictorial dust jackets, featuring cream upper sections and color-blocked lower panels in light blue and dark blue.
Lot: 367 - DePuy, World-Wide Encyclopedia & Gazetteer, 1899
A group of three hardcover volumes from The World-Wide Encyclopedia and Gazetteer, edited by W. H. DePuy, D.D., LL.D. and a corps of eminent writers. Published in 1899 by The Christian Herald (Louis Klopsch, Proprietor) at Bible House, New York. The work is identified on the title page as a dictionary of arts, sciences, and literature, compiled and revised from leading world encyclopedias. The set includes biographies of living subjects, one hundred colored maps, and numerous illustrations. The books are bound in brown publisher's cloth with gilded titles and decorative blind-stamping on the spines. The three volumes present in this lot are: Volume VI, covering Magistrate to Plutus; Volume X, covering Cipher to Hoosick Falls (noted as Circaea to Hoosick on the spine); and Volume XII, covering Pou to Zylonite (noted as Pouch to Zylonite on the spine). Each title page features the Christopher Marlowe quote, Infinite riches in a little room.
Lot: 368 - Various Authors, Standard Series, Funk & Co, 1880
This 1880 hardcover compendium, published by I. K. Funk and Co. of New York, is titled The Standard Series: Books Included in Class A. The volume is an omnibus edition containing fifteen works by various authors, with twelve primary titles listed on the spine: Ploughman's Talk, Manliness of Christ, Imitation of Christ, Life of Christ, Life of Paul, Self Culture, Letters to Workmen, Mister Horn, Ploughman's Pictures, Pulpit Table-Talk, Bible and Newspaper, and Lacon. The contributing authors include C. H. Spurgeon, Thomas Hughes, Thomas a Kempis, Frederic Farrar, John Stuart Blackie, John Ruskin, Mark Guy Pearse, Edward Ramsay, and C. C. Colton. The book is bound in dark brown pebble-grained publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped titles on the spine and decorative blind-stamped floral and geometric corner motifs on the boards. The text is organized in a two-column format. As stated on the title page, the works are unabridged except for The Life of Christ and The Life and Work of St. Paul, from which the notes have been omitted.
Lot: 369 - Peters, White & Hurlbut Religious Vols. 1884-1904
This lot consists of three religious hardcover volumes. The first is The Theocratic Kingdom of Our Lord Jesus, the Christ, as Covenanted in the Old Testament, and Presented in the New Testament (Volume I) by Rev. George N. H. Peters, A.M. Published by Funk and Wagnalls in 1884 (New York: 10 and 12 Dey Street; London: 44 Fleet Street). This volume is bound in brown publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and an oval Bible Students Library insignia on the spine. The second volume is Patriarchs and Prophets by Ellen G. White, bound in green cloth with black decorative borders and gilt-stamped lettering to the front board and spine. The third volume is Hurlbuts Story of the Bible For Young and Old by Jesse Lyman Hurlbut, featuring a blue cloth binding with a color-stamped pictorial front board depicting King Solomon on his throne, flanked by lions and various biblical motifs. All volumes are in octavo format.
Lot: 370 - Crowninshield, All Among the Lighthouses, c. 1886
This work of juvenile maritime fiction is titled All Among the Lighthouses or The Cruise of the Goldenrod, authored by Mary Bradford Crowninshield. It was published by the D. Lothrop Company of Boston during their tenure at the Franklin and Hawley Streets location. The volume is an octavo bound in the publisher's original grey pictorial cloth, featuring a front cover decorated with silver and gold-toned stamped illustrations of a lighthouse on a rocky shore with crashing waves and seagulls. The title on the cover is stylized to appear within the rays of the lighthouse beam. The title page displays a four-line poetic excerpt from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, The Lighthouse. The interior text is organized in a single column with running headers.
Lot: 371 - Lloyd Lewis, Sherman: Fighting Prophet, 1st Ed
This is a single hardcover volume titled Sherman: Fighting Prophet by Lloyd Lewis, published in New York by Harcourt, Brace and Company. The work is a biography of Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman. The book is an octavo (8vo) bound in dark black publisher's cloth. The front cover features the title blind-stamped in the upper portion, while the spine contains gilt-stamped text for the title, author name, a decorative divider, and the publisher's name. The title page indicates the volume is illustrated with reproductions of maps, engravings, and photographs. A frontispiece portrait after a photograph by Matthew Brady is present. The text is printed on age-toned paper. This edition is widely recognized as the first edition of this biographical work.
Lot: 372 - John L. Stoddard, Lectures, 1915, 10-Volume Set
A multi-volume set of hardcover travelogues titled John L. Stoddard's Lectures, published by Geo. L. Shuman and Company of Chicago and Boston. This set is dated 1915 (MCMXV) on the title page of Volume Six, which further identifies the work as complete in ten volumes. The volumes are bound in dark green publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative emblems on the spines. The lectures document various global travel destinations, including Canada, Malta, Gibraltar, South Tyrol, Ireland, Berlin, Vienna, St. Petersburg, Moscow, The Rhine, Belgium, Holland, Mexico, Florence, Naples, Rome, Scotland, England, London, California, the Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone Park. The interior of the volumes features numerous black-and-white illustrations and portraits, such as a portrait of Frederick the Great. Each volume also contains a tipped-in color frontispiece illustration. The base of each spine is printed with the name Geo. L. Shuman and Company.
Lot: 373 - Hawthorne, World's Best Histories Set, c. 1904
A collection of volumes from the World's Best Histories series, published by The Co-operative Publication Society of New York and London. This assortment includes historical works covering the United States, Ireland, Canada, Japan, and China. The United States history volumes are authored by Julian Hawthorne, James Schouler, and E. Benjamin Andrews. The books are bound in the publisher's brown cloth with blind-stamped decorative borders on the front boards. Each subject category features a unique colored pictorial emblem on the spine and front cover: a blue and white eagle for the United States volumes, green shamrocks for Ireland, a red maple leaf for Canada, a red rising sun for Japan, and a yellow dragon for China. The volumes are octavo in format and include Roman numeral designations at the base of the spines. Title pages are printed in black and orange ink and indicate the works are illustrated.
Lot: 374 - Poe, Edgar Allan. The Works, 10-Vol. Set, 1908
A ten-volume set of the collected works of Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1908 by The Werner Company and identified as the Library Edition. The volumes are bound in the publisher's tan cloth with printed paper title labels on the spines. The spine labels include the title, author, and Roman numeral volume designations ranging from Volume I to Volume X. Internal pages show decorative green ornamental borders on section title pages, such as for The Unparalleled Adventure of One Hans Pfaall in Volume I. The copyright page identifies the publisher as The Werner Company with a copyright date of 1908.
Lot: 376 - Attributed Louis Marx & Co. Western Playset Pieces
An assortment of vintage Western-themed plastic playset components, attributed to Louis Marx and Co. and likely originating from a Fort Apache or similar frontier outpost set. The lot consists of numerous interlocking brown plastic wall and roof sections designed with a log-cabin texture. Also included is a pair of conical teepees, each featuring a brown plastic circular base frame and a white vinyl cover printed with red and blue decorative motifs, including thunderbirds and mounted figures. The collection contains a variety of unpainted molded plastic figures in red, blue, green, and brown, depicting cowboys, Native Americans, and horses in various action poses. Additional components include a brown plastic wagon bed and a yellow spoked plastic wheel. The pieces are constructed from molded polyethylene and soft vinyl.
Lot: 377 - Three Hawk Weird-ohs Car-Icky-Tures Model Kits
This lot features three unassembled plastic model kits from the Weird-ohs Car-icky-tures series produced by The Hawk Model Co. These 2006 reissues showcase character designs originally popularized in the 1960s. The assortment includes Sling Rave "Curvette" (The Way Out Spectator, Item #16017), Wade A. Minut (The Wild Starter, Item #16016), and Killer McBash (The Dazzling Decimator, Item #16009). Constructed of polystyrene, each kit contains components for building a specific monster caricature. Side panels identify the manufacturer as The Hawk Model Co., a subsidiary of J. Lloyd International, Inc. of Cedar Rapids, IA, and specify that the items were made and printed in China. The packaging carries a 2006 copyright date. These kits require assembly with plastic cement and painting; tools, glue, and paint are not included.
Lot: 378 - Multiple Publishers Modern Age Comic Books,
A collection of comic books from the early to mid-1990s, featuring various titles from publishers including Epic Comics, Malibu Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Entity Comics. Included in the lot are Terrarists number 1 (Heavy Hitters imprint/Epic Comics), Jim Starlin's Dreadstar number 6 (Bravura imprint/Malibu Comics), Prime number 3 (Ultraverse imprint/Malibu Comics), Firearm number 2 (Ultraverse/Malibu Comics), Aster number 3 (Entity Comics), Atlan number 1 (Dark Horse Comics), and Berzerker number 1 (Image Comics). The issues are standard saddle-stitched softcover formats. Visible cover credits include writers and artists such as Peter David, Ernie Colon, Jones, Strazewski, Royle, and Moy. The comics are housed in individual clear plastic protective sleeves with cardboard backing boards. Many issues are identified as first issues or part of limited series on the cover art.
Lot: 379 - Valiant, Malibu & Dark Horse Comics, 1st Printings
This collection consists of multiple modern comic books from the early 1990s, representing publishers including Valiant, Malibu Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Gauntlet Comics. Featured titles include The Ferret issue 5 (Malibu, September 1993), Protectors issue 2 (Malibu, October 1992), Solar, Man of the Atom: The Destroyer issue 34 (Valiant, June 1994), Magnus Robot Fighter issues 30 and 31 (Valiant, 1993), Archer and Armstrong issue 25 (Valiant, September 1994), and Berzerker issue 2 (Gauntlet Comics, 1993). Also included are issues of Eternal Warrior, Men of War, and Dark Horse Comics. The issues are standard softcover formats, with the majority housed in individual clear plastic protective sleeves with white backing boards. The Ferret issue 5 features a Skybox Skycap and includes the Genesis event checklist on the front cover. Several of the protective sleeves bear adhesive price tags with handwritten inventory numbers and prices.
Lot: 380 - Barbie & Disney Fashion Dolls
This assortment consists of multiple fashion dolls featuring characters attributed to Mattel, including Barbie and various Disney licensed figures from the late 20th century. The dolls are constructed from vinyl and plastic with articulated limbs and torsos. Each doll features rooted synthetic hair in various colors and fixed, painted facial features. Included in the lot are character dolls representing Ariel from The Little Mermaid and Princess Jasmine from Aladdin. The dolls are dressed in a variety of clothing ranging from original character costumes and formal gowns to casual wear and a Disney themed Donald Duck graphic skirt. Height: Approximately 11.5 inches each.
Lot: 381 - Rowling, J.K. Harry Potter Unabridged CD Sets
A collection of unabridged Harry Potter audiobook sets on compact disc featuring various titles from the series. The group includes multiple sets with narration by Jim Dale for the United States editions, featuring the titles Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. These are housed in cardboard slipcases with cover illustrations by Mary GrandPre. Also included is a United Kingdom edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows read by Stephen Fry, published by Bloomsbury. This set consists of two volumes in a black slipcase featuring an image of Slytherin's locket. The Jim Dale sets are marked as containing between seven and seventeen compact discs each, while the Stephen Fry set is labeled as containing twenty discs.
Lot: 382 - Warner Harry Potter Films DVD & Blu-ray 2002-2011
This collection includes multiple home media releases from the Harry Potter film franchise. The lot contains two copies of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (DVD, Widescreen Edition), one of which remains in its original factory shrink wrap with a handwritten numeric sticker; Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (DVD, 2-Disc Widescreen Edition); two versions of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, including a standard DVD release and a Two-Disc Special Edition housed in a cardboard slipcase featuring News of the World promotional markings and British Board of Film Classification 12 ratings; and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital Copy multi-disc set) also bearing UK age ratings. The items are presented in standard plastic amaray cases, with some sets including decorative outer cardboard slipcovers.
Lot: 382A - 3 Harry Potter Unabridged Audiobook Sets, Jim Dale
This lot consists of three unabridged audiobook boxed sets of J.K. Rowling Harry Potter novels, featuring performances by narrator Jim Dale. The collection includes two copies of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and one copy of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The sets were published by Listening Library, an imprint of Random House Audio. The two copies of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix are presented in blue slipcases and contain the full text on 17 audio cassettes. The copy of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is presented in a green and red slipcase and contains the full text on 17 compact discs. Each box features cover art by Mary GrandPre, consistent with the original United States hardcover editions.
Lot: 383 - Marx Toys Vtg Games: Cat's Eye & Popcorn, Pair
Marx Toys manufactured these two vintage games, Cat's Eye and Popcorn. Cat's Eye, model 5272, is a color coordination skill game that includes a central orange base, a yellow funnel, four player boards in yellow, green, red, and blue, and a collection of glass marbles. The manual game is made primarily of molded plastic components. The Popcorn game, model 5264, is a battery-operated action game featuring a yellow hexagonal plastic base with colored lever actuators. The design utilizes a motor-driven mechanism to circulate colored balls within a clear dome, as depicted on the packaging. Both games are contained within their original illustrated cardboard boxes. Market consensus indicates these games were produced during the late 1970s.
Lot: 384 - Marx Kiddie Express Ride-On Train w/ Original Box
This is a Kiddie Express ride-on toy locomotive manufactured by the Marx Toy Corporation, designated as Item No. 3043. The toy is constructed of molded blue plastic and features red and gold decorative decals on the cab, boiler, and roof. The cab side is marked with the number 49. The toy includes a mechanical sound feature intended to mimic a real locomotive. Manufacturer markings on the box include the Marx Toys logo and text stating it was made in the United States of America. The copyright date on the reverse of the box is MCMXCVII, indicating a production year of 1997. A safety warning label is affixed to the interior of the rear compartment. A small handwritten sticker with the number 384 is present on the boiler.
Lot: 385 - A Collection of Late 19th and Early 20th Century Studio Portrait Cabinet Cards
This collection consists of antique studio portrait photographs, primarily in the cabinet card format, dating from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The photographs depict various subjects including individual men, women, children, couples, and small family groups dressed in Victorian and Edwardian attire. The images are mounted on heavy cardstock mounts, many featuring decorative embossed borders and identifying marks from various photography studios. Studio markings identified within the collection include Van Alstine (2111 Central Ave. Kearney, NEB), Anderson (Kearney, NEB), J. H. Schwartz (Portland, IND, Eclipse Studio), Kauffman (W. Market St. York, PA), Bairstow Studio (Warren, PA), Brands Studio, E. N. Morris, and Graeff. These studios represent geographic locations across the American Midwest and Northeast, specifically Nebraska, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Lot: 386 - 5 Japanese Moriage Dragonware Porc. Cups & Saucers
A set of porcelain teacups and matching saucers featuring traditional dragonware decoration. Each piece displays hand-applied moriage, or raised slip, forming a three-dimensional dragon design in white with gold-lined scales and blue accents. The background consists of a matte, airbrushed gradient that transitions from dark charcoal brown at the rim to tan at the base. The teacups feature a metallic orange luster glaze on the interiors and fully gilded handles. The underside of each saucer is marked with a red stamp reading MADE IN JAPAN.
Lot: 387 - Victorian Lithographed Celluloid Photograph Album
This antique photograph album features a padded celluloid cover over boards. The front cover is decorated with a multi-color lithograph featuring a central young woman in late 19th-century attire holding a floral bouquet, surrounded by large pansies on a bright yellow field. The central image is flanked by vertical panels with green foliate scroll motifs. The album is reinforced with decorative metal corner protectors and a side-mounted metal clasp. The interior contains heavy cardstock pages with a printed wood-grain pattern and gold-lined window mounts. Each page is configured with two horizontal apertures for cabinet cards or similarly sized photographs. No photographs are present in the album. A modern white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 387 is applied to the front cover.
Lot: 388 - Stroh's Bohemian Style Beer Cardboard Case 1964
A vintage cardboard shipping carton for Stroh's Bohemian Style Beer, produced by The Stroh Brewery Company of Detroit, Michigan. This heavy-duty case was manufactured by the Gaylord Container Division of Crown Zellerbach Corporation in Bogalusa, Louisiana, as identified by the printed manufacturer mark on the bottom panel. The carton is designed to accommodate twelve 32-ounce King Size or Steinie bottles. The exterior features yellow script Stroh's logos set against a red background. The top flaps include promotional text stating FIRE-BREWED AT 2000 degrees and a caution label regarding light exposure. The construction utilizes heavy-duty cardboard with reinforced metal staples at the edges. The bottom of the carton includes several printed marks: a diamond-shaped Gaylord logo, text for Gaylord High Test Liners, U.S. Patent No. 2,601,114, and a production date stamp of 29-7-64 (July 29, 1964). The side panels feature the brewery address of Detroit 26, Michigan. 16 inches L x 12 inches W x 10 inches H.
Lot: 389 - Curtis Mid-Century Chalkware Rooster Wall Plaque
A vintage molded chalkware wall plaque depicting a stylized rooster, produced by Curtis. The decorative item is depicted in profile facing left, featuring a large, sweeping tail with vibrant layers of orange and yellow. The body of the rooster is finished in a golden-yellow tone with a textured surface simulating feathers, complemented by a bright red comb and wattle. The eye is highlighted with a dark accent. The reverse of the plaque is hollow-cast plaster with a recessed mounting hole for wall hanging. An incised mark reading Curtis is present on the reverse of the body. A small rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 389 is also attached to the back.
Lot: 390 - Purinton Pottery Apple & Pear Ice Lip Pitcher
A vintage ceramic pitcher manufactured by Purinton Pottery. The vessel is constructed from earthenware with a cream-colored ground and a clear glaze. It features a bulbous, low-slung body and a hooded "ice lip" spout designed to retain ice or fruit while pouring. A wide, arched handle is integrated into the rim and spout bridge. The exterior is decorated with a hand-painted underglaze motif known as the Apple and Pear pattern, depicting a large red apple and a yellow pear with green leaves. Complementary green petal-like brushstrokes are applied to the bridge of the spout and the upper surface of the handle. The underside of the base features a hand-painted mark in brown pigment that reads Purinton Pottery.
Lot: 391 - Pair Tlaquepaque Mexican Terracotta Hanging Bowls
This pair of Mexican folk art pottery bowls, known as cazuelas, originates from the renowned ceramic center of San Pedro Tlaquepaque in Jalisco. The lot consists of two shallow earthenware vessels of varying sizes, each featuring a single flat, pierced handle designed for hanging display. The bowls are constructed from red terracotta and finished with a traditional reddish-brown glaze. They are decorated with hand-painted slip motifs in a palette of blue, green, yellow, cream, and black. The larger bowl displays a central stylized floral or sunburst motif in the interior and a repeating pattern of stylized feathers or leaves on the exterior wall. The smaller bowl features a central geometric design with cream-colored spirals and an exterior band of green over dark slip with cream zigzag accents. The base of the larger bowl bears an incised circular stamp reading SAN PEDRO TLAQUEPAQUE MEXICO.
Lot: 392 - American Utilitarian Stoneware & Yellowware
This collection features an assortment of late 19th to early 20th-century American utilitarian pottery. The group includes a shaded blue and white glazed stoneware salt crock with an arched backplate and a single mounting hole. The front is stenciled in black with the word Salt in a decorative gothic font, flanked by leaf motifs. Also included is a lidded yellowware casserole dish with a mottled brown and yellow Rockingham-style glaze. The body of the dish features molded vertical ribbing, and the fitted lid is finished with a central knob handle. The collection further contains a deep yellowware bowl with two integrated lug handles, decorated with a green and brown sponged pattern over a yellow ground. Completing the group is a flared utility bowl finished in a solid dark brown glaze. No maker's marks or manufacturer stamps are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces shown.
Lot: 393 - Noritake Nippon Charger & Bavarian Porc. Bowl
This lot features two distinct pieces of early 20th-century porcelain. The first item is a large circular Noritake Nippon charger with a heavily scalloped rim. The piece is decorated with extensive hand-painted raised gilding, known as moriage. The wide border displays intricate gold scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and diaper patterns surrounding a white porcelain well with a central gilded medallion. The base is marked with a blue backstamp reading Noritake, Nippon, Hand Painted, with a stylized M inside a circular wreath, a mark used by the Morimura Brothers for the export market circa 1911-1921. The second item is a square porcelain bowl from Bavaria, Germany, characterized by a highly lobed and scalloped rim. The interior decoration includes hand-painted and transfer-applied pink rose sprigs and gilded floral medallions on a white ground. The ornate border features alternating deep green panels with rose clusters and pink-banded sections, all finished with gilded accents. The base is marked with a green backstamp featuring a P above crossed elements, flanked by the letters J and S, with a V below and the word Bavaria in an arc, a mark attributed to the Johann Seltmann Vohenstrau� factory.
Lot: 394 - Set 9 Art Deco Chrome Pedestal Dishes & Compotes
A nine-piece set of vintage chrome plated serving vessels consisting of three distinct styles. The group includes three tall pedestal dishes with scalloped rims and conical basins designed for ice cream or sherbet service. There are three elongated oval pedestal compotes with shallow basins and flared bases. Additionally, the set includes three small round pedestal bowls. Each piece is constructed of a base metal with a polished chrome finish. The design of the flared pedestals and fluted rims reflects Art Deco and Streamline Moderne stylistic influences from the mid-20th century. The forms are likely die-cast or pressed components that have been assembled. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels are visible on any of the pieces.
Lot: 395 - Six-Tube Air Return Stove Pipe Salesman Sample
This antique industrial piece is a component for an air return stove pipe, likely produced as a salesman sample. The assembly features six vertical steel tubes arranged in a circular radial formation, with each tube terminating in a tapered conical point. The tubes are mounted onto a heavy, square cast iron base that contains a large circular central opening designed to facilitate airflow through the core of the unit. This configuration was intended to maximize the surface area for heat radiation in a wood or coal stove system. The item is unattributed to a specific manufacturer as no permanent marks are visible. A temporary inventory sticker numbered 395 is attached to the body of one tube. Height: 10 - 12 inches.
Lot: 396 - Vtg Letterpress Block: Math & Statistical Tables
A vintage commercial letterpress printing block featuring a metal printing plate mounted on a thick, solid wooden base. The plate, likely a stereotype or electrotype, contains raised and mirrored characters arranged in two vertical columns. The content consists of complex data tables including multiple rows of six-digit integers and various fractions, such as 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4, set in a classic serif typeface. Mirrored headers for 200 and 1,000 are positioned at the top of the columns. The wooden base is characterized by a tongue-and-groove or finger-jointed construction visible on the side profile. No maker's marks, foundry stamps, or dates are visible on the metal surface or the wood block.
Lot: 397 - Silver-Plated Teapot, Sugar Scuttle & Entree Dish
A trio of silver-plated table items comprising a teapot, a sugar scuttle, and a double entree dish. The teapot is designed with a faceted body on a flared circular foot, featuring an ebonized C-scroll handle and a matching finial on the hinged lid. The interior spout is fitted with a perforated strainer. The sugar scuttle is of traditional helmet form, decorated with chased floral and foliate scrolls and a beaded rim, supported by a circular foot with a scrolled handle. The double entree dish is rectangular with a gadrooned border, featuring two serving compartments and a central fixed handle with a ribbed grip. The dish stands on four stylized paw feet. No maker marks or hallmarks are visible in the provided images.
Lot: 398 - Faceted Octagonal Chinese Famille Noire Style Vase
A large, faceted octagonal baluster-form ceramic vase featuring a short neck and a widely flared trumpet rim. The exterior is decorated with a continuous scene of songbirds and botanical motifs, including winding vines, variegated leaves, and clusters of berries. The pattern is executed in a palette of soft pastel enamels including lavender, pale yellow, peach, and white against a deep black ground. The birds and foliage are detailed with fine black line work, and the white berries exhibit a slightly raised enamel texture. The interior and the base of the vase are finished with a smooth white glaze. This piece is characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative ceramics produced for the export market, drawing stylistic influence from traditional Chinese Famille Noire and Japanese Meiji-period enamel designs. No maker marks are visible on the base or body of the piece.
Lot: 399 - Art Deco Style Orange Enamel & Brass Chafing Dish
An Art Deco style electric food warmer or chafing dish, often attributed to the King Chafing Dish company. The unit features a rectangular metal body and a matching lid, both finished in a vibrant orange enamel. The piece is elevated on four legs, each featuring a white hourglass-shaped composite central section capped with brass-toned metal terminals. It is designed with two fixed side handles featuring orange grips and a tiered, circular brass-toned finial on the lid. The interior contains a removable clear ribbed glass tray, commonly associated with the Fire King brand, which sits above a central heating element. The construction consists of fabricated and riveted enameled metal with cast metal decorative components. While no maker marks are visible, a small white inventory label is present on the top of the lid.
Lot: 400 - Pair Mid-C. Copper & Brass Chafing Dishes w/
A pair of mid-century vintage copper and brass chafing dishes, suitable for buffet-style serving. The first assembly includes a copper pan and domed lid with a black circular knob and a long, turned black wooden handle. This pan is lined with a white metal, likely tin or aluminum, and rests on a brass tripod stand with a circular ring base. A separate copper and brass spirit lamp with an adjustable lid and handle is included for this unit. The second assembly consists of a copper pan with two cast brass handles with black wooden spacers and a pitched domed lid with a brass finial. This pan sits within a decorative pierced brass gallery stand supported by three cast brass foliate-style feet. The copper bodies and lids are constructed using spinning or pressing techniques, while the stands and handles feature cast and sheet brass elements. There are no visible maker marks, stamps, or hallmarks on any of the pieces.
Lot: 401 - Wendell August Forge Trio Bronze Christmas Plates
A trio of solid bronze commemorative Christmas plates produced by the Wendell August Forge of Grove City, Pennsylvania. Each plate is hand-forged with a characteristic hammered or planished texture on the reverse and rims, featuring a high-relief embossed scene on the front face. The set includes three consecutive years from the annual collection: 1989, 1990, and 1991. The 1989 plate is titled Building a Snowman and depicts two children decorating a snowman in a winter landscape with a stone cottage. The 1990 plate is titled Trimming the Tree and shows a family decorating a large interior Christmas tree beside a grandfather clock. The 1991 plate is titled Grandmas Christmas Kitchen and illustrates a woman and two children preparing holiday food in a kitchen with a decorated tree visible in the background. The reverse of each plate is marked with the circular Wendell August Forge handmade stamp containing a blacksmith at an anvil. These stamps include the numbers 80 for the 1989 issue and 90 for the 1990 and 1991 issues, alongside various workshop marks such as a quatrefoil, a stylized D, or an I symbol. The back of each plate further bears the inscription LIMITED EDITION, the respective title, SOLID BRONZE, and a unique registration or serial number. Individual serial numbers are 1438 for the 1989 plate, 101 for the 1990 plate, and 2112 for the 1991 plate. Each plate features the year in a rectangular cartouche at the bottom center of the front face. Diameter: 7.75 inches each.
Lot: 402 - 3 Antique Oak Industrial Index Card File Drawers
This set of three antique industrial storage drawers is constructed from quartersawn oak featuring prominent grain patterns. The drawers were originally designed for use in a large-scale card catalog or document filing cabinet, characteristic of early 20th-century American office furniture in the style of manufacturers such as Globe Wernicke or Yawman and Erbe. Each drawer front is equipped with original metal hardware, including a rectangular card holder and a central cup bin pull, both attached with flat-head screws. The sides of the units feature handwritten inventory numbers 46, 49, and 50 in dark ink. Small white adhesive labels with the handwritten number 402 are present on the drawer fronts. No manufacturer marks or labels were identified on the wood or hardware.
Lot: 403 - Pair Vtg Industrial Wood Index Card Filing Drawers
A matching pair of vintage industrial wooden drawers designed for index card or document filing. The drawers are of solid wood construction with a dark stained finish. Each front panel features a cast metal bin pull with an integrated rectangular label frame, exhibiting a heavy dark patina and surface rust. The exterior side panels contain horizontal grooves for cabinet rail compatibility. One drawer side features a handwritten 29 in ink, likely a former inventory number. Small white adhesive labels with 403 are present on the drawer fronts. The interiors are currently empty. These drawers are characteristic of early 20th-century office utility furniture, closely resembling components from Globe Wernicke or similar filing systems.
Lot: 403A - Seeburg Consolette SC-1 Jukebox Wallbox Selector
A Seeburg Consolette Type SC-1 jukebox wallbox remote selector unit manufactured by The Seeburg Corporation of Chicago, Illinois. This mid-century device was designed for mounting at diner tables or booths to remotely select music from a central jukebox. The unit features a chrome-plated metal housing with integrated stereo speakers located behind silver-toned mesh grilles. The central control panel includes three volume selection buttons labeled LOW, MED, and HIGH, situated above graphics reading MAKE SELECTION TO HEAR stereo speakers with an orange stylized logo. Below the speaker graphics is an alphanumeric keypad for song selection, consisting of two rows of letters and one row of numbers. The upper section contains a flip-page mechanism for music title strips, operated by large chrome knobs on either side of the chassis. Markings on the lower chassis identify the unit as TYPE SC1, 2.5 AMPS. MAX., 24 VOLTS, 60 CYCLES. Additional branding includes stylized script reading SEEBURG CONSOLETTE and gold-toned side labels reading STEREO CONSOLETTE. A hand-written label under glass at the top indicates 2 Plays / 1 Quarter. The reverse of the unit retains an original paper warning label regarding mounting instructions. A single metal key is present in the side lock.
Lot: 403B - Hostess House Electri-Cooker Nut Display Case LA
This is a vintage commercial countertop salted nut warming display case manufactured by the Electri-Cooker Operation, a division of the General Foods Corporation. The unit is branded for Hostess House and is constructed with a stainless steel body and glass panels. The design features a slanted front for optimal product visibility, with the front glass panel hinged at the top for product retrieval. Access for filling and maintenance is provided by a large hinged door on the rear of the cabinet. According to the manufacturer identification plate, the unit is designed to function as a passive warmer using a 100-watt incandescent lamp to provide both illumination and heat. The front of the unit displays a decorative decal in orange, brown, and white featuring the Hostess House logo and text reading Salted Nuts and Hot & Delicious - Cooked Fresh Here. A riveted metal identification plate on the rear provides the following specifications: Model LA, No. 3739, 115 Volts A.C. or D.C. It also identifies the unit as property of Electri-Cooker Operation, I.F.S.D. General Foods Corporation. A partially worn Underwriters Laboratories (UL) paper sticker is affixed above the metal plate.
Lot: 404 - Vtg Industrial Yellow Wirework Gathering Basket
A vintage industrial-style wirework basket featuring a flared cylindrical body. The piece is constructed from vertical iron or steel wire ribs reinforced by two horizontal rings and a thickened wire rim. The base is designed with a radiating starburst pattern where the wires converge at a central ring. A heavy-gauge wire bail handle is attached to two loops integrated into the rim. The entire basket is finished in a yellow paint coating. There are no manufacturer's marks or stamps visible on the metal. This type of utilitarian basket was commonly used for harvesting fruit, vegetables, or gathering eggs.
Lot: 405 - Vintage Deep-Tones by Crown Maroon Train Case
This vintage vanity train case features a maroon textured exterior, likely faux leather or vinyl, with contrasting cream-toned reinforced edge binding and a curved, light-colored plastic handle. The front of the case is fitted with a small metal identification plaque inscribed DEEP-TONES by CROWN with a crown symbol on either side. Below the plaque, the case is personalized with gold-toned lettering that reads H. McC. The interior is lined in a matching maroon fabric and includes a rectangular mirror mounted to the underside of the lid and elasticized storage loops along the back interior wall. The hardware consists of brass-toned metal latches and locking plates.
Lot: 406 - Brown Glazed Stoneware Canning Jar w/ Glass Lid
A small stoneware canning jar with a cylindrical body and tapered shoulder, finished in a dark brown Albany-type slip glaze. The vessel features an interior recessed rim to hold the accompanying circular glass lid. The clear glass lid is embossed with the letters PAT and a central S, surrounded by a circular sequence of numerals. Two small apertures on opposite sides of the rim indicate the former attachment points for a missing wire bail handle. The unglazed tan ceramic base is unmarked.
Lot: 407 - G.S. Dowdy Candy Co. Glass Jar w/ Lithographed Lid
A mid-20th century Art Deco style glass candy display jar with a lithographed metal screw-top lid. The jar is made of clear molded glass and features a multi-paneled fluted body with geometric shoulders, designed for counter display. The base of the jar is embossed with the Owens-Illinois Glass Company mark consisting of a diamond-shaped border with a circle inside and a vertical line, accompanied by the numbers 2, 53, and 14. The tin lid is lithographed with an orange and white checkered pattern around the rim and text that reads Soft Old Fashion, Dowdy's Pure Sugar Stick, and 260 Count. The side of the lid is marked G.S. Dowdy Candy Company.
Lot: 408 - Pair American Two-Tone Stoneware Jar & Crock
This lot features two pieces of American utilitarian stoneware characterized by a traditional two-tone glaze. The first vessel is a cylindrical storage jar designed with a rounded shoulder and a narrow, upright rim. It includes a matching flat-topped lid fitted with a central knob. The second vessel is a wide-mouthed open crock with slightly tapered sides and a thick, rounded rim. Both pieces are finished with a dark brown slip glaze on the upper section and a light cream-colored glaze on the lower body. The interiors of both vessels are also finished in a dark brown glaze. No maker marks, capacity stamps, or decorative cobalt markings are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces of either item. These vessels are characteristic of the utilitarian stoneware manufactured by various potteries in the United States during the late 19th to early 20th century.
Lot: 409 - thought)Set 3 Vtg Eatmor & Boyce Fruit Farm Wood
This lot consists of three vintage wooden produce crates used for agricultural shipping during the mid-20th century. The first crate is built from rough-sawn wooden slats with vertical corner supports and features an orange-painted top slat with the black stenciled mark BOYCE FRUIT FARM. The second crate is a solid-sided cranberry box with red stenciled lettering on the side reading Eatmor Cranberries. The third crate also features the red Eatmor Cranberries stenciled branding and includes a partial lithographed paper label on one end. This label identifies the contents as HONKER BRAND GOOD BERRIES and includes the text FOURTH TRADE MARK, STANDARD BARREL, and SALES CO. FOR THE EXCHANGE CHICAGO. The name E A T M O R is printed vertically on the right edge of the label. All three crates are constructed of wood panels and slats secured with metal nails.
Lot: 410 - Pair Amber Glass Kerosene Lamps w/ Etched Chimneys
A pair of vintage non-electric kerosene or oil lamps featuring molded amber glass bases. The bases are decorated with embossed scroll and foliate patterns and support clear glass reservoirs. The reservoirs currently contain a dark, aged liquid fuel residue. The lamps are equipped with brass-toned metal burners and adjustable wicks. Each lamp is fitted with a clear glass chimney characterized by a crimped pie-crust top rim. The chimneys feature distinct frosted etched decorations: one depicts a repeating classical motif of torches and laurel wreaths, while the other shows mid-20th-century figures, including dancing couples. These items are characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century Early American revival decorative styles. No maker's marks, labels, or stamps were observed on the glass or metal components.
Lot: 411 - Cranberry Etched Glass Mantel Luster w/ Prisms
This vintage electric table lamp is designed in the style of a traditional hurricane lamp or mantel luster. The piece consists of a flared cranberry glass chimney shade and a clear pressed glass pedestal base. The shade features wheel-etched decoration depicting a grape and vine motif with a series of circular thumbprints along the upper rim. The clear glass base is faceted with geometric starburst patterns. Suspended from the upper rim of the base are multiple faceted glass prisms in alternating cranberry and clear glass, featuring long teardrop shapes. The lamp is fitted with a single socket and a flame-tip neon flicker bulb. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 412 - Flemish Art Co. Pyrography Wood Box w/ Floral
This early 20th-century pyrography wood box was produced by the Flemish Art Company of New York. The rectangular wooden structure features relief-carved and wood-burnt decoration on the lid and sides, depicting poinsettias and maple leaves. The interior is fitted with a padded, tufted light blue fabric lining. The underside bears an impressed maker mark for FLEMISH ART CO. NEW YORK with a central shield reading FLEMISH QUALITY 6682 IS STANDARD. The base also features a hand-burnt inscription reading Mother. Dec. 25,-10. and the initials B.R.B. in the lower right corner. The box is fitted with a small metal clasp and hinges.
Lot: 413 - Two Early 20th Century Decorative Lidded Boxes
This lot features two lidded boxes from the early 20th century. The larger rectangular box is constructed of a paper-covered substrate, likely cardboard or thin wood, decorated with gilded lithographed motifs of floral wreaths and wheat stalks. The lid bears a handwritten inscription in ink reading Bessie paper this for Virginias doll clothes. The second, smaller box is made of wood and is decorated using a pyrography or pokerwork technique with hand-painted red and green accents. The design depicts poinsettias and holly leaves on a stippled ground, with a burnt diagonal stripe pattern along the top edge of the base. The interior of the wooden box is unfinished, showing the reverse of the lid decoration. Both pieces are characteristic of early 20th-century domestic decorative arts.
Lot: 414 - Illman Brothers Peterson's Fashion Engraving Tray
This late 19th-century hand-colored fashion engraving, titled Les Modes Parisiennes, was originally produced for Peterson's Magazine. The print depicts four Victorian women and a young child in elaborate period attire within an outdoor park setting, accompanied by a small dog in the foreground. The work is a steel engraving, characteristic of the fashion plates found in mid-to-late 19th-century ladies' periodicals. It is mounted under glass within a vintage wooden serving tray featuring double handles made of wood and metal. A legible printed inscription at the bottom center reads Engraved & Printed by Illman Brothers. below which is the larger title LES MODES PARISIENNES PETERSON'S MAGAZINE. The tray is constructed of dark-stained wood with mitered corners and a raised gallery edge.
Lot: 415 - Silver Gelatin Child Portrait, Gilt & Velvet Frame
This studio portrait consists of a vintage silver gelatin print depicting a young child seated on a high stool. The child is dressed in period attire, including a dark tunic with a cape collar and horizontal stripes at the hem, worn over white ruffled leggings. The photograph is oval-cut and mounted on a plush red velvet mat. The piece is held within a gold-toned rectangular frame featuring decorative cast-metal flourishes at the corners and centers. These flourishes are designed with scrolling foliage and shell motifs in the Louis XVI revival style and are secured to the primary frame with visible pins. A white inventory sticker marked 415 is present on the upper portion of the velvet. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the front of the item.
Lot: 416 - Franklin Mint Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Knife
A commemorative Bowie-style knife produced by the Franklin Mint as a tribute to United States military veterans, specifically referencing the Vietnam War. The wide, polished steel blade features a gold and black graphic of a bald eagle clutching a ribbon inscribed with the text To Honor All Who Served. The handle is constructed from contoured dark wood with horizontal grooves and a black vertical inlay. Inset into the wooden grip is a circular gold-tone medallion depicting the Three Soldiers statue, which was dedicated at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1984. The handle is further embellished with gold-tone five-pointed stars, with two on one side and three on the reverse. The knife features a brass-toned S-curved crossguard and a cast metal pommel in the form of a bald eagle's head with an open beak. There are no visible manufacturer stamps, serial numbers, or country of origin marks on the blade, ricasso, or guard.
Lot: 417 - Vintage Blue Grass Forged Steel Draw Knife
This vintage woodworking tool is a draw knife, featuring a forged steel blade and two turned wooden handles. The blade is stamped with the mark = BLUE GRASS =, the premium brand of the Belknap Hardware & Manufacturing Company based in Louisville, Kentucky. The tool is constructed with a solid steel blade with integrated tangs that curve into the handles, which are fitted with metal ferrules and end caps. The wooden handles exhibit a dark-stained or painted finish. A small paper label with the handwritten number 417 is adhered to the blade.
Lot: 418 - True Temper Kelly Works Jersey Single-Bit Axe Head
This item is a vintage forged steel single-bit axe head manufactured by True Temper at the Kelly Works facility. The head features a Jersey pattern, characterized by its wide blade and prominent lugs or ears extending below the eye. One face of the axe head is stamped with three lines of text: TRUE TEMPER in a stylized, italicized font, followed by WORLDS FINEST and KELLY WORKS. This stamping is associated with mid-20th-century production from the manufacturer's Charleston, West Virginia, location. The item currently features a small white adhesive auction label marked 418.
Lot: 419 - Antique Cast Iron Waffle Iron with Low Base
This antique cast iron waffle iron consists of a two-piece circular iron assembly housed within a matching low-profile base. The iron features a central hinge that allows it to be rotated within the base frame for even heating over a stove eye. The interior cooking plates are divided into four quadrants, each cast with a raised diamond-point pattern. The base is constructed with a long, tapered handle terminating in a teardrop-shaped hanging hole. A circular embossed mark is visible on the exterior of the upper plate, though the specific manufacturer name is obscured by heavy surface oxidation. This pattern and configuration are characteristic of American kitchenware produced in the late 19th to early 20th centuries by various foundries.
Lot: 420 - Cousances France Enameled Cast Iron Gratin Dish
A vintage French enameled cast iron round gratin or baking dish manufactured by Cousances. The piece features a shallow, circular form with two integrated tab handles characterized by a ribbed or scalloped pattern. The exterior is finished in a gradient flame orange enamel, transitioning from a deeper red-orange at the base to a lighter orange at the rim. The interior is coated in white enamel. The underside of the dish is embossed with the number 22, indicating the diameter in centimeters, alongside the manufacturer name COUSANCES and the country of origin FRANCE. A circular logo containing a lowercase letter a is also present on the base. A partial original paper label titled USE AND MAINTENANCE remains adhered to the center of the bottom. Diameter: 8.6 inches (22 cm) excluding handles.
Lot: 421 - Coleman Model 512A Catalytic Heater 3500 BTU
This portable catalytic heater was manufactured by The Coleman Company, Inc. and is identified as model 512A. The unit is constructed with a painted steel fuel fount and a silver-toned metal collar stamped with Model 512 A and Kansas. A metal mesh dome guard covers the catalytic heating element at the top. The green fount retains several original decals, including a red and white brand label specifying a 3500 BTU heat output, a yellow and red fuel instruction label stating Use Only Coleman Fuel and Do Not Use Leaded Gasoline, and a dark instructional decal with numbered lighting steps. The manufacturer mark The Coleman Co., Inc. is stamped into the metal above the lighting instructions. The heater is equipped with a wire bale handle and a circular fuel filler cap.
Lot: 421A - Coleman 513A708 Catalytic Heater w/ Original Box
This vintage Coleman brand catalytic heater, model number 513A708, features a two-tone enameled metal construction. The upper housing is finished in a light green enamel with vertical ventilation slats, while the lower fuel reservoir base is finished in a dark green enamel. A decal on the front of the base identifies the unit as a Coleman Catalytic Heater, noting it is adjustable from 3000 to 5000 BTU and carries a patent pending status. The top of the unit is fitted with a domed metal mesh heating element. Functional components include a silver-tone wire bail handle and a small red plastic adjustment knob located on the side of the housing. This lot includes the original cardboard retail box, which features a graphic illustration of the heater and the model number 513A708 printed on the side.
Lot: 423 - Thomas 317 Cathedral AM/FM Radio & Cassette Player
A Thomas Collector's Edition Model 317 cathedral-style tabletop radio and cassette player from the America Series. This solid-state device, manufactured in 1989, is a reproduction of a 1932 arched cathedral radio. The cabinet is constructed of wood with a stained finish and features decorative fluted side pilasters and a rounded arch-top design. The speaker is housed behind a decorative wooden grille with a lattice-patterned fabric backing. A central antiqued brass-tone faceplate is embossed with the year 1932 and labels for Tone and Tuning. The unit features four black plastic control knobs for Band selection (AM-FM-AFC), Tone, Tuning, and Volume/Power (ON/OFF). An analog frequency dial is visible through a small arched window on the central faceplate. A side-loading cassette player is integrated into the right side of the wooden cabinet. The reverse side features a pressed fiberboard back panel with original manufacturer labels and technical specifications. Markings: A brass-tone plaque at the front base reads THOMAS Collector's Edition Radio. The back panel includes labels for Model 317, America Series Radio No. 0220, and a UL listed sticker dated September 1989. The technical label specifies frequency ranges for AM (525-1650KHz) and FM (88-108 MHz) with a power consumption of 15W.
Lot: 424 - Primitive Wood Slatted Garden Trug
This primitive wooden garden trug or vegetable harvesting basket features a bed constructed from multiple horizontal wooden slats attached to solid, rounded end panels. This design allows for the drainage of soil and debris during use. The basket is equipped with two tall vertical uprights secured by metal bolts, supporting a cylindrical wooden handle. A horizontal cross-brace provides additional reinforcement at the base of the handle uprights. No maker marks are visible. A small white paper lot tag is attached to the handle.
Lot: 425 - Vtg Wood Lobster Trap w/ Internal Netting
This traditional lobster trap is constructed in a bowed or half-round design using weathered wooden slats and a heavy timber base. The interior features remnants of hand-tied rope netting funnels, designed as parlors for trapping crustaceans. A textured concrete or stone ballast is integrated into the floor of the structure to provide weight for submersion. The assembly is held together with metal fasteners. The piece exhibits a heavy silvery-gray patina characteristic of authentic maritime equipment exposed to saltwater environments.
Lot: 427 - Chinese Lacquered & Glass Curio Wall Cabinet, 20C
A rectangular wall-mounted curio display cabinet of Chinese style, likely produced in the second half of the 20th century. The cabinet is constructed from dark-stained or black lacquered wood and features a single hinged glass door. The interior is configured with an asymmetrical arrangement of shelves forming a maze-like pattern, designed for the presentation of small collectibles. Two of the internal shelves terminate in decorative scrolled ends. The cabinet is equipped with two brass mounting brackets at the top, each featuring a geometric fretwork design. The door is secured with a brass latch assembly that includes a decorative openwork pendant. This pendant is cast in the shape of a stylized Shou character, a traditional Chinese symbol representing longevity. A small gold-toned rectangular mark or label is present in the lower left corner of the interior, though the details within the mark are not clearly legible.
Lot: 428 - J. & P. Coats Spool & Signed Folk Art Wood Boxes
This lot consists of two wooden storage boxes featuring folk art and advertising motifs. The first item is a rectangular box with a hand-painted lid depicting a bowl of fruit and a bird on a basket, with a central medallion featuring a star and the word Primitives. The painting bears the signature J. H. Williams in the lower right corner. This box is constructed with leather strip hinges. The second item is a wooden box designed in the style of a spool cabinet with a dark reddish-brown stained finish and a hinged lid. The front of this box is decorated with horizontal panels bearing the text J. & P. COATS, ASSORTED COLORS, and SPOOL COTTON, and is accented with six small white ceramic-style knobs. Both boxes are decorative reproductions or style pieces rather than original antique utility containers.
Lot: 429 - Empire Plastic Corp. Lighted Mrs. Rabbit Blow Mold
This is a vintage holiday lawn decoration manufactured by the Empire Plastic Corp., identified as the Mrs. Rabbit model. The figure is constructed of blow-molded plastic and depicts an anthropomorphic female bunny rabbit. She is decorated with a light blue dress, a white apron, and a yellow bonnet accented with blue flowers. A pink bow is molded at her neck, and she holds a woven-style basket containing several pastel-colored Easter eggs. Designed for interior or exterior use, the piece features an internal light socket assembly accessible via a circular plate on the back, connected to a white power cord. The lower reverse edge bears the embossed maker's mark consisting of a crown logo and the text EMPIRE, TARBORO NC, MADE IN USA, alongside a recycling symbol with the numeral 2.
Lot: 430 - Pair Hand-Painted Plywood Easter Bunny Cutouts
This lot consists of two hand-painted plywood Easter garden cutouts intended for outdoor lawn decoration. The first figure depicts a white rabbit in an artist persona, holding a paintbrush in one paw and a large, multi-colored decorated egg in the other. It is attached to a wooden sign element painted with the blue block lettering HAPPY EASTER. The second figure features a brown rabbit wearing a blue and white striped bowtie, holding a yellow woven-style basket filled with several colorful, decorated Easter eggs. Both items are constructed from flat plywood with central wooden support rails on the reverse that extend into pointed stakes for ground insertion. The reverse of the brown bunny has been painted solid red, while the reverse of the white bunny is unpainted, showing a weathered wood surface. A small white adhesive tag with the hand-written digits 430 is located on the top right ear of the brown rabbit, likely an inventory number from a previous sale. No visible manufacturer marks or artist signatures are present.
Lot: 431 - General Foam Plastics Jack-O-Lantern Blow Mold
This vintage illuminated Halloween jack-o-lantern blow mold is attributed to General Foam Plastics based on its distinctive tall, oval shape and carved facial features. The item is constructed from orange blow-molded plastic with a painted green stem and black-painted eyes, nose, and mouth. It functions as a seasonal floor lamp or decorative yard ornament. The back of the pumpkin features a recessed area for a light fixture. It includes an attached white electrical power cord and a light socket assembly. There is a small white sticker on the forehead of the pumpkin with the hand-written number 431. A rectangular manufacturer label is present on the reverse, though the text is faded and no longer legible. No embossed manufacturer marks were observed.
Lot: 432 - Victorian Style Four Tier Burnt Bamboo Etagere
A four tier bamboo etagere or display whatnot of fixed, single unit construction. The frame is composed of bamboo poles featuring characteristic scorched decorative patterns throughout. The top tier is enclosed on three sides by a bamboo spindle gallery and is topped with four turned wooden ball finials at the corners. The piece contains four fixed rectangular wooden shelves with a dark stained finish and beveled front edges. The structure is supported by four vertical bamboo legs with horizontal and diagonal bamboo cross bracing for stability. A small white rectangular paper label with the printed digits 432 is present on the top shelf, likely representing an inventory or lot number. No other maker marks or stamps were identified.
Lot: 433 - American Country Hardwood 1-Drawer Stand, 19th C
This American country one-drawer side table or occasional stand dates to the mid-19th century, approximately 1830-1850. The table is constructed from a dark-stained hardwood, such as maple or cherry, with a solid square top featuring an overhanging edge. A single wide drawer is set into the front apron, fitted with a centrally placed turned wood knob. The drawer construction exhibits hand-cut dovetail joints and utilizes a lighter-colored secondary wood for the sides, typical of white pine or poplar. The table is supported by four turned legs characterized by square-section blocks at the apron, followed by ring and bulb turnings that taper to small peg feet. No maker's marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 434 - Primitive Painted Wood Three-Shelf Open Bookcase
A primitive open-frame wooden bookcase featuring three fixed interior shelves and a top storage surface, providing four levels of utility. The unit is constructed from softwood, likely pine, and utilized a simple utilitarian design. The front and side vertical supports are finished in a weathered teal-green paint, while the back vertical supports are unpainted natural wood. The piece is of single-piece construction. A small white inventory tag reading 431 is attached to the front right vertical upright.
Lot: 435 - Antique White Utility Cabinet w/ Porc. Enamel Top
This is a single-piece early 20th-century American utilitarian cabinet, commonly used as a washstand or small kitchen workstation. The piece is constructed with a wooden frame finished in white paint and features an inset white porcelain-enamel work surface accented by a black-painted rim. The storage layout includes a single drawer positioned over a single cupboard door. The drawer is fitted with a black-painted metal bail pull and is lined with yellow and white damask-patterned paper. The cupboard door, opened by a small black round knob, contains an integrated white-coated wire storage rack on the interior. The cabinet interior retains wooden side runners for an adjustable shelf, which is currently missing. The unit is supported by four square-post legs. A lot sticker numbered 435 is present on the front edge of the top. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels were found on the piece. Dimensions not provided.
Lot: 436 - Louis XV Style 2-Tier Coffee Table, Adams Always
Attributed to the maker Adams Always in the Louis XV style, this two-tiered coffee table is constructed of carved wood with a mahogany-toned finish. The upper tier features a serpentine-shaped top frame inset with a circular glass pane that displays an etched double-line border. The corners of the top tier are accented with four large, ornate carved wood handles. A secondary wood shelf is positioned below, following the serpentine footprint of the upper structure. The table is supported by four cabriole legs with deep foliate and scroll carvings at the knees, terminating in ball-and-claw feet. No maker's marks were identified during inspection; a small white adhesive lot sticker numbered 436 is present on the wood and glass surfaces.
Lot: 437 - Pair Louis XV Mahogany Tiered Tables Attr. Adams
A pair of mahogany tiered side tables in the Louis XV style, attributed to Adams Always. Each table features a square top with deeply scalloped edges and carved scrolling foliate corners. Centered within each top is an inset circular glass panel with etched concentric ring detailing. The tables are designed with a second, lower tier shelf featuring a shaped apron. They are supported by four cabriole legs with carved acanthus leaf motifs at the knees, terminating in claw-and-ball feet. Scrolled support brackets connect the top and lower tiers. No maker marks or signatures were observed during inspection.
Lot: 438 - Victorian Style Louvered Wood Window Shutter
A single tall and narrow architectural window shutter constructed from wood. The piece features a two-tier louvered design with sets of angled slats divided by a central horizontal rail. It is finished in a weathered forest green paint. The reverse side includes vertical control rods connected to the louvers. Original iron hardware is present, including a latch mechanism and hinges. A small inventory sticker with the number 438 is located on the front center rail.
Lot: 439 - Pair Arts & Crafts Leaded Glass Casement Windows
This lot consists of a pair of architectural leaded glass casement windows, likely dating from the early 20th century. The windows are set within rectangular wooden frames finished in an ocher-colored paint. They retain their original iron hardware, including heavy strap hinges and a thumb-latch locking mechanism on one unit. Each window features clear glass panes divided by lead cames in a three-by-five rectangular grid pattern. The center of each panel contains a decorative leaded medallion composed of concentric circles with an inner motif of interlocking chain links and oval elements. One frame has a small white sticker with the number 439, and a paper tag hand-labeled Leaded Glass Hinged Window is attached to the latch of one unit. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 440 - Beaumont Brothers Schoolhouse Salt-Glazed Crock
A contemporary salt-glazed stoneware utility jar produced by Beaumont Bros. Pottery of Crooksville, Ohio. The vessel features a cylindrical form with a tapered shoulder and a wide, flared rim. The exterior is finished with a characteristic salt-glaze orange peel texture. The front is decorated with hand-painted cobalt blue slip depicting a one-room schoolhouse scene. The central schoolhouse includes a bell in the cupola and a sign reading SCHOOL, flanked by two stylized trees and low bushes. The interior shows a dark brown slip glaze. An impressed maker's stamp on the shoulder reads Beaumont Bros. Pottery, S. RUCKER, Crooksville, Ohio. The underside of the base is hand-incised with the year 1999. A modern white adhesive inventory label is affixed to the front.
Lot: 441 - Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of assorted glass marbles featuring a variety of machine-made styles and patterns. The lot contains a diverse array of examples including swirls, patches, cat's eyes, and solid opaque and transparent types in numerous colors. One specimen within the group exhibits a bright fluorescent green glow under ultraviolet light, characteristic of uranium glass. The collection is housed in a cardboard storage box marked with an internal identification label reading 441. The marbles vary in size and appear to include both vintage and more modern examples.
Lot: 442 - Pyrex Town & Country Covered Casseroles, Trio
A trio of vintage Pyrex round casserole dishes accompanied by clear glass lids. These pieces feature the Town and Country pattern, consisting of a repeating horizontal band of stylized brown star or snowflake motifs against a yellow exterior finish. The dishes are manufactured from opaque white glass with a fired-on enamel coating. The base of the vessels features embossed manufacturer marks. The marks include the model number 472 followed by the capacity 1 1/2 PT, the Pyrex brand name, TRADE MARK, MADE IN U.S.A., and OVEN WARE. Various mold numbers such as 27 are also present. Capacity: 1.5 pints each.
Lot: 444 - Fenton & Imperial Marigold Carnival Glass Bowls
This lot features two examples of American marigold carnival glass, showcasing prominent patterns from the early 20th century. The collection consists of a ruffled bowl in the Holly pattern, attributed to the Fenton Art Glass Company, and a three-footed bowl in the Lustre Rose pattern, attributed to the Imperial Glass Company. Both pieces are constructed of pressed glass with a metallic iridescent luster over an orange-amber base. The Fenton Holly bowl is defined by a deeply ruffled or crimped rim creating a six-pointed silhouette. The interior decoration features a radial arrangement of embossed holly leaves and berries extending from a central star motif. It sits on a low, molded collar base. A small adhesive label marked 444 is present on the underside. The Imperial Lustre Rose bowl is a deep, round vessel with a serrated sawtooth rim. The interior displays large, embossed rose blooms and foliage against a textured ground, while the exterior features a repeating band of floral and geometric patterns. The bowl is supported by three integral spatula-style feet. No maker's marks are visible on either piece. Holly Bowl Diameter: Approximately 8 to 9 inches Lustre Rose Bowl Diameter: Approximately 7 to 8 inches.
Lot: 445 - 16 Vtg Wooden Alphabet & Pictorial Toy Blocks
This lot consists of a collection of 16 vintage toy blocks manufactured from wood. The blocks feature a mix of embossed and painted designs including letters, numbers, and various pictorial illustrations. Several blocks exhibit colored backgrounds in shades of orange, red, blue, green, and yellow, while others have natural wood finishes with embossed characters. Visible characters across the set include the letters T, A, S, L, Y, C, B, M, I, F, D, and E, alongside the number 9. Specific designs include a blue-stamped illustration of a truck with the word TRUCK printed below, as well as embossed animal figures such as a rabbit and a deer. One block features vertical blue stripes above a red-stamped animal. The blocks are square in form with designs present on multiple faces.
Lot: 446 - Set 12 Noel Glass Christmas Ornaments w/ Boxes
A set of 12 glass Christmas ornaments branded as Classic Noel, featuring a design consistent with late 20th-century glass holiday decorations. The collection is presented in three original retail boxes, each containing four ornaments. The ornaments are decorated with silver-tone floral scrollwork and a textured horizontal band. The set includes eight round ornaments and four bell-shaped ornaments. One box contains four teal-finished round ornaments, another box contains four mint green-finished round ornaments, and the third box contains four bell-shaped ornaments in a mix of two teal and two mint green finishes. Each ornament is topped with a decorative silver-tone metal crown. The original cardboard and plastic packaging is included, featuring printed graphics and labels. The boxes bear retail price tags from Kraynak�s, and one box is marked with the style name Nostalgia Bell.
Lot: 447 - Pair Atlas Mason's Patent 1858 Aqua Glass Jars
This pair of aqua-colored glass canning jars is embossed on the front with the text ATLAS- MASON'S PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858. The jars are constructed of light blue glass and feature characteristic manufacturing air bubbles and minor surface irregularities. Each vessel is fitted with a threaded zinc screw-top lid. The lid on the left jar is embossed with the word ATLAS on the top, while the lid on the right jar is plain. The reverse of the left jar displays embossed numerals 2 and 4 along with other less defined markings. These items conform to the half-gallon size commonly associated with this patent and manufacturer. Both jars currently bear white auction lot stickers labeled 447 on the shoulder area.
Lot: 448 - Trio Mason's Patent 1858 Aqua Glass Canning Jars
A trio of antique aqua-colored glass canning jars in graduated sizes. Each vessel features embossed lettering on the body that reads MASON'S PATENT NOV 30TH 1858. The jars are constructed of translucent aqua glass and are equipped with threaded zinc metal lids. The glass shows characteristic manufacturing traits of the late 19th to early 20th century, including internal seed bubbles and minor striations. The jars have ground rims and bases with circular mold indentations. These containers were produced based on the 1858 patent by John Landis Mason for a square-shouldered jar with a threaded neck. Each jar retains a white lot sticker marked with the number 448.
Lot: 449 - 3 Mason 1858 Aqua Glass Jars w/ Maltese Cross
Identified by the embossed Maltese cross and text MASON'S PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858, these three aqua glass jars represent late 19th to early 20th-century American food preservation vessels. The set features three distinct sizes: a half-gallon jar with a tapered shoulder, a standard quart jar, and a smaller pint-sized cylindrical jar. Each vessel is constructed from molded aqua-colored glass and displays characteristic period manufacturing traits, including interior seed bubbles, mold seams, and cooling marks. The jars are fitted with threaded metal screw-top lids. The embossing is well-defined and remains clearly legible on the face of each container. Small white identification stickers labeled 449 are present on the exterior of the glass.
Lot: 450 - Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Glass Jars w/ Zinc Lids
A collection of vintage aqua blue glass canning jars featuring embossed lettering on the front. Each jar displays the script Ball logo above the block-lettered words PERFECT MASON. The jars are produced in a translucent aqua blue glass and exhibit manufacturing characteristics such as air bubbles and mold seams. Each jar is fitted with a threaded zinc metal screw-top lid. The undersides of the glass jars feature embossed base marks including a single numeral 6, the numerals 16, an oval or 0 shape, and a stylized mark resembling a 4 or triangle. Two of the jars have small white rectangular inventory stickers on the shoulder. These jars are consistent with the Ball Perfect Mason style produced in the early 20th century.
Lot: 451 - Set 6 Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Blue Glass Jars
A set of six machine-made aqua blue glass canning jars manufactured by the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company. Each jar features the embossed Ball script logo on the front without an underscore, positioned above the words PERFECT MASON in block capital letters. The jars exhibit various embossed mold numbers and characters on the bases, including the digits 0, 2, 3, 6, 9, and 10, as well as the letter C. These jars were produced using a mold-blown machine process, evidenced by visible mold seams and smooth, machine-finished bases. The glass is a characteristic aqua color frequently identified as Ball Blue. The mouth of each jar is finished with threads originally intended for use with zinc screw caps.
Lot: 452 - Set 6 Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Glass Canning Jars
A set of six vintage Ball Perfect Mason canning jars manufactured by the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company. These jars are constructed from machine-made molded glass in a characteristic aqua color, often referred to as Ball Blue. Each jar features a threaded rim designed for a screw-on lid. The exterior of each vessel is embossed with a script logo featuring the name Ball without an underscore, positioned above the words PERFECT MASON in block capital letters. The bases of the jars feature various embossed alphanumeric characters used for mold identification, including the number 10 above a horizontal line, the number 8, the number 4, and a blurred digit that appears to be a 2.
Lot: 453 - Green Depression Glass Divided Relish Dish, Chrome
A vintage three-part divided relish dish consisting of a pressed green glass insert and a decorative metal carrier. The vibrant green glass is divided into three equal sections by raised interior walls and features a radial sunburst or starburst pattern on the exterior base. The metal frame, likely chrome-plated, is decorated with a pierced geometric lattice design around the perimeter and rests on three small ball feet. The carrier includes a hinged swing handle with stylized angular Art Deco motifs. This style of combined glass and metal tableware was popular in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Lot: 454 - Set 32 Vtg Glass Marbles w/ UV Uranium Glass
This collection of approximately 32 vintage glass marbles contains a diverse range of colors and patterns produced in the mid-20th century. The lot features various machine-made designs including patches and swirls, with some examples in the style of American manufacturers such as Vitro Agate and Akro Agate. A distinctive feature of this group is the presence of multiple marbles that exhibit a neon green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The assortment consists of different sizes, featuring both standard game marbles and shooters. Colors observed include yellow, green, amber, and opaque white with variegated swirls. The marbles are contained in a clear plastic bag with an inventory tag marked 454.
Lot: 455 - Native American Style Peace Pipe w/ Fur & Beadwork
A decorative Native American style ceremonial pipe, identified in various trade contexts as a replica peace pipe. The item features a wooden stem that is partially wrapped in two sections of dark brown fur. Between the fur wraps is an applied band of seed beadwork displaying a geometric pattern of blue, red, yellow, orange, and white beads with a central diamond motif. The L-shaped bowl is constructed from a reddish-brown material, likely a ceramic or pipestone composition. The pipe is further embellished with leather thongs adorned with blue and black pony beads, which terminate in a series of black and white feathers. There are no visible maker's marks or inscriptions. Length: 52 cm.
Lot: 456 - Trio of Long-Stemmed White Clay Tavern Pipes
This lot consists of three long-stemmed smoking pipes, commonly identified as tavern or churchwarden pipes. The pipes are made from unglazed white clay, likely kaolin. Each piece features an unadorned bowl with a small heel or spur at the base, transitioning into a slender, elongate stem. No manufacturer marks, patent dates, or decorative motifs are visible on the bowls or stems. A small, illegible tag is attached to one piece.
Lot: 457 - American Flask & Cap Co. Copper Shell Powder Flask
This antique powder flask was manufactured by the American Flask and Cap Co., as indicated by the stamped maker's mark AM. FLASK & CAP CO visible on the top plate. The flask features a pear-shaped copper body embossed on both sides with a large scallop shell motif and foliate scrollwork near the collar. The brass top assembly includes a thumb-operated spring-loaded lever for the spout mechanism and four brass rings for attachment to a carrying cord. The spout is fitted with an adjustable telescoping charger graduated for black powder measurements of 2 1/4, 2 1/2, 2 3/4, and 3 drams.
Lot: 458 - Embossed Copper & Brass Powder Flask w/ Dog & Bird
This antique powder flask features a copper body with a two-piece construction and an embossed relief design on both sides. The decoration, often referred to as a Dog and Game pattern, depicts a reclining gundog in the lower panel and a pair of game birds situated within a Gothic-style trefoil arch in the upper panel. The flask is fitted with a brass collar and a spring-loaded charger mechanism. The tapered spout is adjustable to allow for varying powder charges and features faint incised graduated measurements along its length. No manufacturer names, proof marks, or maker stamps are clearly visible on the charger or the flask body. These accessories were standard equipment for hunters using muzzle-loading shotguns and rifles during the mid-to-late 19th century. Serial Number: [not visible].
Lot: 459 - Antique Salt Glazed Stoneware Blob Top Beer Bottle
An antique salt-glazed stoneware bottle featuring a cylindrical body tapering at the shoulder to a short neck with a thick, rounded blob top finish. The vessel is constructed of dense clay with a mottled, yellowish-brown salt glaze that displays a characteristic orange peel texture and localized iron spotting. This utilitarian form was commonly produced in the mid to late 19th century for containing liquids like ginger beer, ale, or mineral water. The base is flat, unglazed, and exhibits a coarse texture. No maker's marks, stamps, or capacity designations are visible on the exterior of the bottle.
Lot: 460 - Victorian Hand-Painted Milk Glass Gilt Relief Vase
This Victorian era miniature vase is crafted from opaque white opal glass, commonly known as milk glass. The piece features a bulbous body that tapers into a slender, elongated neck with a flared rim. The exterior is decorated with two hand-painted enamel floral sprays in shades of blue and green. A raised, mold-blown decorative frieze depicting scrollwork and shell motifs encircles the lower portion of the body and is finished with gilded accents. The vessel is mold-blown and features a ground and polished base. A paper lot tag with the number 460 is adhered to the neck.
Lot: 461 - Bohemian Gilt & Enameled Green Glass Pitcher
A late 19th-century Bohemian art glass pitcher, attributed to the Moser factory in Karlovy Vary, crafted from vibrant chartreuse green glass. The body features internal optic ribbing and is extensively decorated with raised gilt scrolling foliage and floral motifs. Two primary cartouches on the front and back display hand-painted polychrome enameled flowers, including pink roses and blue forget-me-nots. The pitcher is designed with a wide scalloped rim and a flared foot, both embellished with broad bands of textured geometric gilding. An applied clear glass C-scroll handle is attached with gilded terminals. A small white paper inventory label on the base is marked 19h in blue ink. No permanent manufacturer marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 462 - Bohemian Ruby Cut Spa Glass, Pyrmont & Bad Altenau
This footed spa glass, also known as a Kurglas, is constructed from clear lead crystal with ruby red staining that has been cut-to-clear. The vessel features an octagonal faceted body and a matching octagonal foot. The central decoration consists of three wheel-engraved panels set against the ruby ground. One panel depicts an architectural view of the Brunnenplatz in Pyrmont, Germany. A second panel features the name C. v. Kleist engraved within a decorative scrollwork cartouche. The third panel shows an architectural scene of Bad Altenau. These primary scenes are framed by delicate floral and scrolling foliate borders at the top and bottom. The foot is decorated with a single ruby-stained ring around the stem. There are no maker marks or factory signatures visible on the piece. A small white inventory sticker marked 4.62 is attached to the underside of the base.
Lot: 463 - Indiana Glass Pink Pressed Glass Hen on Nest Dish
This two-piece covered decorative dish is fashioned in the classic hen on nest form. The item is constructed from translucent pink pressed glass. The top section consists of a lid molded to resemble a nesting hen, with detailed texturing representing feathers on the body, wings, and upright tail. The bottom section is an oval bowl featuring an embossed basketweave pattern and a decorative beaded edge around the rim. This combination of color and pattern is characteristic of production by the Indiana Glass Company. No permanent manufacturer marks are present on the glass. The bottom of the base has a small white paper label with the handwritten initials H J C.
Lot: 464 - Boyd Crystal Art Glass Light Blue Hen on Nest Dish
This is a pressed glass Hen on Nest covered dish produced by Boyd Crystal Art Glass of Cambridge, Ohio. The piece consists of two parts: a lid in the form of a nesting hen and a base shaped like a woven basket. The hen features a split tail and detailed feather molding with a textured head. The oval base has a textured basket-weave exterior and is finished with a beaded rim. The item is made from transparent light blue glass, a color often referred to as ice blue or sapphire blue. An embossed maker mark is located on the interior center of the hen lid, consisting of a capital letter B inside a diamond, enclosed within a circle, with two horizontal marks positioned below the diamond. This mark identifies the piece as a product of Boyd Crystal Art Glass, with the specific configuration indicating a manufacturing date in the 1980s. A small rectangular paper label with the handwritten characters HJH is present on the underside of the base. Length: Approximately 5 inches.
Lot: 465 - Olive Green Hen on Nest Pressed Glass Covered Dish
A two-piece covered dish in the form of a nesting hen, attributed to the Indiana Glass Company. The item is manufactured from translucent pressed glass in a deep olive green color. The upper lid section is modeled as a seated hen with detailed molded feather patterns, a textured comb, and a wattle. The lower oval base features a stippled exterior texture and a prominent beaded rim. No embossed manufacturer marks are present on either the lid or the base. A small rectangular white paper sticker with the handwritten digits 465 is located on the interior floor of the base. Dimensions: Approximately 7 inches in length.
Lot: 466 - Indiana Glass Amberina Hen on Nest Beaded Rim Dish
This pressed glass covered dish is designed in the classic Hen on Nest form, attributed to the Indiana Glass Company. The piece is rendered in Amberina glass, which exhibits a graded color transition from deep ruby red to a golden amber-orange tone, particularly visible on the thinner sections of the tail feathers, comb, and the beaded rim of the base. The lid features a hen with detailed feather textures and a raised tail. The base is molded with a basketweave pattern on the exterior and finished with a beaded edge. A small white rectangular sticker is present on the interior of the base with the handwritten number 466. Length: Approximately 7 inches.
Lot: 467 - L.E. Smith Iridescent Hen on Nest Covered Dish
This is an iridescent clear glass covered dish in the classic hen on nest form. The object consists of a molded lid in the shape of a hen with detailed feathering and an oval base with a diamond-quilted pattern and scalloped rim. The clear glass is treated with an iridescent finish that produces a multi-color spectrum under light. The interior of the base retains a clear adhesive manufacturer label that reads L.e. smith in black text with the word Crystal appearing below in gold. A small white paper tag with the handwritten number 467 is present on the rim of the base.
Lot: 468 - Pink Satin Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A pink satin glass covered dish consisting of a lid in the form of a hen and a matching basketweave patterned base. The piece features a frosted matte finish throughout. The lid is molded into the shape of a nesting hen with textured feathering and a cold-painted red comb. The base features a raised criss-cross basketweave pattern around the exterior rim and sides. No manufacturer marks, logos, or signatures are visible on the interior of the lid or the bottom of the base. The style and finish are consistent with glass giftware distributed by brands such as Rose's Closet. Dimensions: Dimensions not provided.
Lot: 469 - Michael Garman Resin Native American Warrior, 1991
This cast resin sculpture with a dark bronze-toned finish is a work by Michael Garman (American, 1938-2021). The figure depicts a standing Native American warrior, rendered in the style of the Eastern Woodlands tradition. The warrior is detailed with a mohawk hairstyle, a beaded necklace, a loincloth, and fur-lined leggings. He holds a long spear vertically with both hands. The figure stands atop an integrated, rocky-textured base. The reverse of the base is incised with the artist's name and date: � MICHAEL GARMAN 1991. The underside of the base retains a gold foil manufacturer label that reads: Sculpture By Michael Garman / Michael Garman Productions / Colorado Springs, Colorado / Made in America. Additionally, the piece includes an original biographical hangtag detailing the artist's philosophy of Art for the People. The underside features four circular felt pads for surface protection and a small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 69/1. Dimensions: Approximately 11 inches x 5.5 inches x 5 inches (estimated based on standard production sizes; no ruler provided).
Lot: 470 - Paul Dziak Pair Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoys
This pair of hand-carved wooden duck decoys includes one specimen with a natural finish and one specimen with a painted finish. The natural-finish decoy features detailed carved textures representing feathers and wings across the body. The underside of this figure is hand-inscribed with the name Paul Dziak and the year 1942. The second decoy is painted in the style of a canvasback or redhead drake, featuring a reddish-brown head and a black chest and tail section. The underside of the painted decoy bears a printed paper label identifying the maker as Mr. Paul Dziak of Cleveland, Ohio. Both decoys are constructed from joined wood sections and feature inset glass or composition eyes. Each item is marked with a small white inventory sticker numbered 470.
Lot: 471 - Spoto & Leaming 2 Marilyn Monroe Biographies w/DJ
This lot features two hardcover biographical volumes focusing on the life of Marilyn Monroe. The first volume is titled Marilyn Monroe: The Biography by Donald Spoto, published in 1993. The second volume is titled Marilyn Monroe by Barbara Leaming, published in 1998. Both books are octavo sized and retain their original pictorial dust jackets. The Spoto biography features a portrait of Monroe in a white gown on the cover, while the Leaming biography displays a photograph of the subject in a white tulle tutu. The volumes contain various black and white photographic plates, including images of Monroe with dramatic coach Natasha Lytess and her 1951 arrival at RKO for the film Clash by Night. Internal pages show detailed biographical text, including a section titled February-December 1955 on page 317 of one volume. Both dust jackets have small white stickers with the number 471 affixed to the front covers.
Lot: 472 - West Publishing Co. 3 Law Volumes, Aigler, 1916
A collection of three legal volumes focused on property law and administrative orders. The oldest volume is Cases on the Law of Property, Volume 3: Titles to Real Property, authored by Ralph W. Aigler and published by West Publishing Company in 1916. This octavo volume is bound in tan cloth and features red, blue, and black decorative panels on the spine with gilt lettering. It is part of the American Casebook Series under the general editorship of William R. Vance. The interior of this volume contains significant handwritten marginalia and underlining. The second volume is titled Executive Orders and Administrative Material, published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company in 1945. This volume is bound in black textured cloth with gilt titles on the spine. It contains a comprehensive table of contents detailing Presidential Proclamations and Executive Orders from the mid-20th century, including orders related to wartime measures. The third volume is Real Property (Third Edition) by William E. Burby, published by West Publishing Co. as part of the Hornbook Series. While the spine identifies the work as a third edition, a publisher's listing within the volume is dated January 1983. The book is bound in green buckram with gilt titles on the front cover and spine and includes a white identification sticker on the front board.
Lot: 473 - Ballinger, Atlas of Radiographic Positions, 3 Vols
A three-volume medical textbook set titled Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures, Sixth Edition. Authored by Philip W. Ballinger, continuing the work established by Vinita Merrill (1905-1977). Published by The C.V. Mosby Company in St. Louis, Missouri, 1986. The set is bound in the publisher's yellow cloth with black titles and numbering on the spines and front covers. The interior includes comprehensive anatomical and radiographic illustrations, diagrams, and text covering a wide range of medical imaging procedures. Volume One covers chapters 1 through 13; Volume Two covers chapters 14 through 24; and Volume Three covers chapters 25 through 41, including specialized sections on pediatric radiography, tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and nuclear medicine. Each volume contains its own table of contents and bibliography. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication data and ISBN 0-8016-0464-8 are present on the copyright page.
Lot: 474 - F. Drinker, Horrors of Tornado Flood & Fire, 1913
This Memorial Edition of Horrors of Tornado Flood and Fire was authored by Frederick E. Drinker and published by The Minter Company of Harrisburg, PA. The volume is an octavo bound in the publisher's light blue-grey cloth, featuring decorative black and faded gilt-stamped lettering on the front board alongside a central oval pictorial inset depicting disaster victims. The title page indicates the work contains accounts of various modern calamities, specifically mentioning hurricanes and floods, and is profusely embellished with photographs. A frontispiece illustration titled In Memoriam�Our Country in Sorrow shows two allegorical figures in mourning before the U.S. Capitol. The internal text, as evidenced by pages 190 and 191, provides detailed survivor narratives and reports from the 1913 floods in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. The front cover bears a small white inventory sticker marked H74. Measurements: Approximately 9 x 6.75 inches.
Lot: 475 - W.H. McGuffey, Revised Fourth Reader, c. 1850
This mid-19th-century educational hardcover volume is titled McGuffey's Newly Revised Fourth Reader, also identified on the title page as The Eclectic Fourth Reader. Part of the Eclectic Series, the work was authored by William H. McGuffey, LL.D., and published by Winthrop B. Smith in Cincinnati. The title page indicates the book is Newly Improved and contains elegant extracts in prose and poetry, from the best American and English writers, with copious rules for reading, and directions for avoiding common errors. The book is an octavo format, bound in full brown leather, likely sheepskin or calfskin. The binding features a smooth spine and simple covers without gilt decoration. The interior consists of printed text on paper, including educational lessons, prose selections, and poetic extracts. A white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 475 is adhered to the upper right corner of the front board.
Lot: 475A - McGuffey, Eclectic Series Set, Mott Media, c. 1982
A collection of multiple hardcover volumes from the McGuffey Eclectic Series, published by Mott Media. The volumes present include the Eclectic Pictorial Primer, Eclectic First Reader, Eclectic Second Reader, Eclectic Fourth Reader, and Eclectic Progressive Speller. Each book is uniformly bound in brown textured cloth or imitation leather boards with gilt-stamped titles, author, and publisher names on the spines, accented with decorative Greek key patterns. The interiors feature woodcut-style illustrations and traditional educational content, ranging from basic primers to poetry and spelling lists. These volumes represent modern reprints of the influential 19th-century American textbooks.
Lot: 476 - Addison & Steele, The Spectator, Vol II, 1809
This is Volume II of a ten-volume edition of The Spectator, published in New York by William Durell and printed by Smith and Forman in 1809. The title page lists contributors Joseph Addison, Richard Steele, Thomas Parnell, John Hughes, Parker, Thomas Tickell, Eustace Budgell, Grove, John Byrom, John Henley, and others. This early American imprint includes an engraved frontispiece signed Leney sculp., identifying the work of New York engraver William S. Leney. The volume is bound in full brown calf leather. The internal pages feature standard nineteenth-century printing elements, including catchwords and printer signatures such as K 2 at the foot of page 113. An early ink ownership inscription at the head of the title page reads J. W. Holmes No 131. A modern adhesive sticker with the number 476 is present on the front cover.
Lot: 477 - Pollard, Edward A. The Lost Cause, 1st Ed., 1866
A first edition copy of Edward A. Pollard's influential work on the American Civil War, titled The Lost Cause; A New Southern History of the War of the Confederates. Published in New York by E. B. Treat & Co. in 1866, this volume is a foundational text in the development of the Lost Cause narrative. The work was sold exclusively by subscription and includes numerous steel-engraved portraits of prominent Confederate figures, including a frontispiece portrait of Jefferson Davis. The text block contains a full account of the rise and progress of the Confederacy, including military campaigns and official records. The binding is constructed of full leather. An interesting bibliographic feature is visible on the damaged spine, where nineteenth-century printed waste paper was used for structural support; these fragments include text regarding the Comanche Indians and military actions in 1862. Internal pages visible include the title page and page 223, which details the Battle of Elk Horn (Pea Ridge).
Lot: 478 - J.F. Kirk, History of Charles the Bold, 1864-68
This three-volume historical set is titled History of Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy by John Foster Kirk. The volumes were published in Philadelphia by J. B. Lippincott & Co., with Volumes I and II dated 1864 and Volume III dated 1868. The title pages are printed with red and black ink and include a heraldic crest featuring a shield, helmet, and fleur-de-lis above the Order of the Golden Fleece. The books are bound in half-leather with marbled paper boards in a blue, red, and yellow combed pattern. The spines feature raised bands, black title labels with gold-stamped lettering reading CHARLES THE BOLD and KIRK, and gilt floral ornamentation in the compartments. Each volume is octavo in size.
Lot: 479 - Plutarch, Lives, Oxford Edition, 1910, 3 Vols
Three volumes from the five-volume Oxford Edition of Plutarch's Lives, consisting of Volume II, Volume III, and Volume IV. This edition features the translation called Dryden's, corrected from the Greek and revised by A. H. Clough. Published in Boston by Little, Brown and Company in 1910 (MCMX). The octavo volumes are bound in the publisher's maroon cloth with gilt-lettered spines. Each spine features a central gilt circular medallion containing two figures with the motto Honos Et Virtvs and the initials S.C. The title pages for volumes II and IV are printed in a two-color red and black format. Volume III includes the series half-title page.
Lot: 480 - S. W. Small, The White Angel of the World, c. 1891
This late 19th-century hardcover volume is titled The White Angel of the World, authored by Reverend Samuel W. Small in collaboration with Charles Morris. As indicated by the subtitle, That Foretells the Freedom of the Nations from the Evils of Strong Drink, the work is a treatise on the temperance movement and prohibition. Published by A. W. Atkinson in Lynn, Massachusetts, the book is bound in the publisher's teal cloth with elaborate decorative stamping. The front cover features a prominent silver-toned illustration of an angel in flight, sounding a trumpet and holding a crown, set against a backdrop of clouds and radiating sunbeams in gilt and black. The spine carries the title and author's name in gilt lettering. The title page identifies Small as the author of Pleas for Prohibition and other works. The volume is an octavo and includes various illustrations related to the subject matter.
Lot: 481 - American History & Government Volumes, 1902-1911
This collection consists of octavo-sized hardcover books focused on historical and political subjects from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The lot includes the following titles: The American Government by Frederic J. Haskin, New York: printed for the author by J. J. Little & Ives Co., 1911, bound in burgundy publisher's cloth with gilt lettering and featuring photographic illustrations by Barney M. Clinedinst; Heroes of the Army in America by Charles Morris, Second Edition Revised and Enlarged, Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, bound in red cloth and containing sixteen full-page illustrations; True Stories from Modern History (Alta Edition), Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, featuring a decorative red cloth binding with black-stamped foliate motifs; and A History of the Nineteenth Century Year by Year, Volume Three, by Edwin Emerson, Jr., New York: P. F. Collier and Son, 1902, bound in dark brown cloth and illustrated with sixteen colored plates, thirty-two half-tone cuts, and two maps. These volumes are bound in publisher's cloth with varied stamped decorative elements and lettering in gilt and black.
Lot: 482 - Charles Dickens, Works, Set, c. 1890-1910
A collection of hardcover volumes comprising the works of Charles Dickens. The books are bound in textured dark blue cloth with gilt lettering and volume numbering on the spines. The titles visible on the spines include David Copperfield, Our Mutual Friend, Great Expectations, Little Dorrit, Martin Chuzzlewit, Nicholas Nickleby, A Tale of Two Cities, Dombey and Son, The Old Curiosity Shop, Hard Times, Christmas Books, Sketches by Boz, Pickwick Papers, Bleak House, Pictures from Italy, Uncommercial Traveller, Barnaby Rudge, American Notes, Child's History of England, No Thoroughfare, and The Mystery of Edwin Drood. Many of the works are divided into two volumes, labeled Part One and Part Two. The set includes volumes numbered up to Vol. XXX, though the sequence is not continuous. The books appear to be in octavo format.
Lot: 483 - Pennzoil Single-Sided Dealer Service Sign
This Pennzoil dealer service sign is an original piece of mid-20th-century petroliana. It is constructed from a single sheet of painted metal and features a bright yellow background. The primary advertising message is printed in black block lettering: IT'S CHEAPER TO CHANGE YOUR OIL THAN YOUR ENGINE. The lower portion of the sign displays the classic Pennzoil oval logo, featuring the brand name in black text over a red Liberty Bell icon. Accompanying text includes Supreme Quality at the top of the oval and Safe Lubrication at the bottom, with REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. printed beneath the bell. The sign includes two pre-drilled mounting holes at the top edge. The reverse side shows a faint ghosting of the front design and exhibits typical surface grime and wear for an authentic shop sign of this era.
Lot: 484 - Vtg Quaker State Double Sided Motor Oil Sign
This is a vintage double-sided painted metal advertising sign for Quaker State Motor Oil. Based on the specific stylized white Q logo and branding, the sign likely dates from the mid-to-late 20th century, approximately the 1970s or 1980s. The sign features a green background with white graphics, including the Quaker State logo and the words MOTOR OIL in bold, uppercase lettering at the base. It is constructed from a single sheet of painted metal, likely steel or tin, with identical or near-identical graphics on both sides. The shape is characterized by an arched or tombstone-style top. It was designed as an insert for a gas station curbside or sidewalk sign frame, as indicated by the mounting notches along the bottom edge and several pre-drilled holes around the upper perimeter. Small registration marks are visible next to the logos.
Lot: 485 - HTH Inc. Vocelli Pizza Illuminated Car Top Sign
This is an illuminated magnetic car top delivery sign produced for Vocelli Pizza by the manufacturer HTH Inc. The sign consists of a molded white plastic housing with two main translucent advertising panels featuring the Vocelli name in large white serif font and Pizza in smaller lettering below. The background of the panels is composed of vertical bands of dark forest green and maroon. One side panel displays the local telephone number 724-353-3030. The base features four large circular magnetic feet designed for secure mounting on a vehicle roof. The manufacturer is identified through several markings: an embossed label on the plastic base reading HTH INC. 800-321-1850 and PATENT PENDING; a central metal plate containing detailed MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS and REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS with the website www.hthsigns.com; and two circular manufacturer stickers. A power socket is integrated into the side of the base for internal illumination when connected to a vehicle's 12-volt power system.
Lot: 486 - RadioShack Illuminated Storefront Sign
An original retail sign for the American electronics retailer RadioShack. This item is a large, rectangular commercial lightbox or storefront sign. The face is constructed from a translucent white plastic material, likely acrylic or polycarbonate, set into a shallow beveled aluminum frame. The signage features the company branding adopted in 1995, displaying a red circular logo with a stylized serif letter R and the text RadioShack in black sans-serif font. The metal housing is secured with small fasteners along the edges. A thin wire is attached to the side, likely for mounting or hanging purposes.
Lot: 487 - Vtg Interstate Batteries Embossed Metal Sign
A large-format vintage advertising sign for Interstate Batteries, manufactured from embossed sheet metal. The sign features the company logo prominently on the left with a stylized V-shape in dark green, light green, and teal. The primary text INTERSTATE BATTERIES is rendered in embossed, dark green block lettering, followed by a registered trademark symbol. The lower portion of the sign displays the slogan BUILT TO LAST & PRICED RIGHT! in pink. On the left side, a lead acid battery recycling graphic is printed in dark green with the words LEAD, RETURN, and RECYCLE. The sign is designed for wall mounting and includes pre-drilled holes along the top and bottom edges. The back of the sign shows the inverse of the embossed design with an aged metal finish.
Lot: 488 - American Casualty Co. Vtg One-Stop Insurance Sign
This mid-century advertising display was produced for the American Casualty Company of Reading, Pennsylvania. The poster features a central ivory-colored oval with bold black text reading One Stop Insurance Service for Families and Business Firms, set against a deep navy blue background. The display illustrates six categories of insurance coverage through stylized period vignettes including Residence with a colonial-style house, Contents showing a contemporary living room interior, Automobile featuring a late 1950s style sedan, Health depicting a patient in a hospital bed, Special Property showing gear being loaded onto a boat named Jolly-Joyce, and Liability showing a courtroom scene. The bottom left corner advertises a monthly budget plan for premium payments. The poster is housed in a professional fluted aluminum frame. A metal identification plaque is riveted to the top center of the frame, reading American Casualty Company, Reading, Pennsylvania in stylized script and block capitals. The American Casualty Company was a prominent insurer based in Reading before eventually merging into the CNA Financial Corporation. Materials include printed paper, fluted aluminum, and hardboard backing.
Lot: 489 - Donald Curley, The Canadian, Signed Lithograph
This limited edition color lithograph, titled The Canadian, is by artist Donald Curley. The composition features a Canada goose swimming through clear, calm water amidst green lily pads, with the pebbled pond floor visible in the foreground. The work is hand-signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right margin as Don Curley and is hand-numbered 543/950 in pencil in the lower left margin. A printed signature Donald Curley is also visible within the lower right section of the image. The title is printed in the lower center margin. The print is housed in a dark-stained wood frame featuring a gilded inner border and is set within a cream-colored mat under glass.
Lot: 490 - Vtg Lithographed Advertising Tins & Containers
This collection of mid-twentieth-century advertising containers includes various lithographed tins and one glass bottle. The group features a Russell Rae Pure Canadian Honey tin from Holland Centre, Ontario, labeled as White No. 1 with a 4-pound net size; the reverse displays recipes for various honey-based dishes. Tobacco advertising is represented by a Prince Albert Crimp Cut tin featuring a portrait of King Edward VII and a Velvet Pipe & Cigarette Tobacco tin. Maintenance and industrial items include two 3-In-One Household Oil tins with plastic spouts, a Porter-Cable Machine Co. Belt Sander Oil tin with an integrated angled metal spout, a Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company Wood Stain tin in Light Oak 74-11, and a Davis Emergency Equipment Co. Filament tin for continuous alarm indicators. The collection is completed by a clear glass medicinal bottle with a cork stopper and a paper label for Inhalo Rub Liquid.
Lot: 491 - French Provincial Salt Box & Advertising Openers
This lot features a hand-carved wooden wall-mounted box, consistent in form and decoration with a French Provincial salt box, or boite a sel. The box is constructed with a hinged top lid and features a decorative carved pediment and a central floral motif on the front face. A horizontal open slot is positioned above the lower compartment. Accompanying the box is an assortment of vintage metal bottle and can openers of various forms, including flat stamped steel tools and wire-form openers. Many of the metal items bear embossed or stamped advertising for breweries and beverage brands, with legible markings including Duquesne, Of Pittsburgh, Beer - Ale, Pilsener, and Drink. A handwritten number 491 is visible on the interior of the cardboard box containing the openers.
Lot: 492 - Vtg Shakespeare, Rapala, Helin, Bomber, Salm Lures
This collection of vintage fishing lures features multiple items in original period packaging from several notable manufacturers. The group includes a Shakespeare minnow-style lure in a red and blue Honor Built box from Kalamazoo, Michigan. Two Rapala lures, a Floating model and a Countdown model, are marked as made in Finland and include original paper instruction inserts. A Helins Flatfish lure is present in size X4, color YB, characterized by a yellow body with black spots. The collection also contains a Bomber Bait Company Water Dog RATTLER lure in a yellow and silver scale pattern from Gainesville, Texas. Additionally, there is a Salm Manufacturing Company The Killer Colorado spinner featuring a genuine abalone pearl blade, housed in its original marked cardboard box from Torrance, California. The lures are constructed from various materials including wood, plastic, and metal, with some featuring painted or scale-patterned finishes.
Lot: 493 - Ammunition & Reloading Components, Set 4
This lot consists of a collection of ammunition and reloading components, including a partial box of Twin Cities Arsenal .30 caliber M 1909 blank ammunition, a box of Red Army Standard .45 Auto ammunition, and two partial boxes of Winchester No. 111 primers. The Twin Cities Arsenal box is marked for 20 cartridges of "CALIBER .30 M 1909" blanks and currently contains one visible brass-cased blank cartridge with a red sealant tip. Key markings on the box include "LOT TW 19309," "LOADED WITH RECOVERED PRIMED CASES," and "CHLORATE PRIMERS." The Red Army Standard box contains 50 cartridges of .45 Auto 230-grain full metal jacket ammunition, featuring steel cases with brass-colored primers. The cartridges in this box bear headstamps transcribed as "Tulammo" and ".45 AUTO." Also included are two vintage cardboard boxes of 100 Winchester No. 111 "STAYNLESS PRIMERS" marked "NON-MECURIC" from the "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS COMPANY" (Division of Olin Industries, Inc.). These boxes are partial, with the primers held in wooden-channeled slide trays; the tray on the left contains 60 primers and the tray on the right contains 70 primers, for a total of 130 primers. The cardboard packaging for all items shows age-related wear, including tearing, scuffing, and discoloration.
Lot: 494 - Coca-Cola Wooden Advertising Crate, c. 1974
This vintage Coca-Cola wooden beverage crate is an original promotional item from the 1970s. The crate is constructed of thick wooden planks with a three-slat base and integrated oval hand-grip cutouts at each end. It is reinforced with oxidized metal strapping at all four corners and along the bottom edges, fastened with heavy-duty metal rivets. The exterior retains remnants of its original red paint and white graphics. The long sides feature the Enjoy Coca-Cola slogan in white Spencerian script positioned above a white dynamic ribbon device. The text trade-mark followed by a registered trademark symbol is printed beneath the logo. Faint numerical stamps are present on the interior side walls, with one appearing to date the piece to 1974. A small paper lot tag marked 494 is affixed to one corner.
Lot: 495 - Pair Vtg Buck 110 & Schrade 34OT Folding Knives
This lot consists of two vintage American folding knives and accessories. The first knife is a Schrade Old Timer Stockman pocket knife, model 34OT. It features three carbon steel blades: a clip point, a sheepfoot, and a spey blade. The handle is made of brown sawcut Delrin with nickel silver bolsters, brass pins, and an inset silver-tone shield marked OLD TIMER. The tang is stamped SCHRADE USA 34OT. The second knife is a Buck 110 Folding Hunter lockback knife. It features a stainless steel clip-point blade and a handle with brass bolsters, brass liners, and dark wood inlay scales. The tang is stamped BUCK 110. Accessories include a black leather Buck belt sheath with a snap closure and a blue cardboard Schrade Uncle Henry retail box. Note that the box is mismatched to the Old Timer knife included in this lot. Buck 110 blade length: 3.75 inches Schrade 34OT main blade length: 2.875 inches.
Lot: 496 - Rizzuto Estileto Stiletto & Wrought Iron Element
This lot consists of two items: a vintage automatic folding knife and a decorative wrought iron architectural element. The knife is a stiletto-style folder identified by the tang stamp RIZZUTO ESTILETO MILANO and marked STAINLESS STEEL on the ricasso. It features a single-edged blade with a false edge and a swivel bolster swing guard. The handle is constructed of black synthetic scales pinned to metal liners, featuring a brass-toned deployment button, a sliding safety switch, and a lanyard ring at the pommel. The decorative iron piece is a slender wrought iron stake or architectural fragment. The design includes an open rectangular frame at the top accented with scrollwork and a central finial, a shaft with an oval loop and geometric motifs, and a trident-style arrow base.
Lot: 498 - DuPont Black Pellet Powder Wooden Shipping Crate
This is a vintage industrial wooden shipping crate manufactured for DuPont, intended for the transport of black pellet powder. The rectangular crate is constructed from wood, likely pine, and features reinforced finger-jointed corners for structural integrity. The exterior displays several original stenciled markings. One end panel features the DuPont company logo in a red oval with the text REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. underneath. The opposite end panel is stenciled in black with 50 LBS., an arched DU PONT, No. 4, PATENT APPLIED FOR, and PELLET POWDER. Both long side panels are stenciled in black with the warnings BLACK PELLET POWDER and DANGEROUS, along with the regulatory marking I.C.C. - 14 within a rectangular border. The I.C.C. - 14 marking indicates adherence to the Interstate Commerce Commission specifications for containers used to ship explosives. This item is an open crate and does not include a lid.
Lot: 499 - 6 Vtg Quaker State Super Blend Oil Cans w/ Box
This lot consists of six vintage one-gallon motor oil cans and their original corrugated cardboard shipping carton from the Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation of Oil City, Pennsylvania. The lithographed metal cans feature the brand signature green Q logo on a white field, bordered by metallic gold-toned bands at the top and bottom. The labeling identifies the product as QUAKER STATE SUPER BLEND MOTOR OIL and indicates a volume of 1 U.S. FL. GALLON / 3.785 LITERS. The reverse of each can contains a product description regarding its multi-grade performance and includes the manufacturer address. The original shipping box is printed with green and yellow graphics and includes the phrase ANOTHER CASE OF QUALITY on the top flaps. The sides of the box display the Quaker State logo, product name, and a guarantee for 100 percent pure Pennsylvania motor oil with additives. Capacity: 1 U.S. Gallon per can.
Lot: 500 - Rudolf Flume Oak Watchmaker's Parts Cabinet
This vintage tabletop parts cabinet was manufactured by Rudolf Flume, a prominent German supplier of watchmaking tools and components. The top surface features a triangular black and gold decal mark identifying the maker, with the name Rudolf Flume rendered in blackletter script beneath a graphic depicting a hand holding a jeweler's loupe. The cabinet is constructed from oak with a golden finish and contains twenty individual drawers arranged in a grid of four columns and five rows. Each drawer face incorporates an integrated pull along the bottom edge. The drawer interiors are made from a lighter-toned secondary wood. This piece was designed for the organized storage of small horological or jewelry components within a professional workshop setting.
Lot: 501 - Vtg Wood Carpenter's Tool Chest w/ Removable Trays
A vintage carpenter's tool chest of utilitarian design, constructed from stained softwood, likely pine. The chest features a simple box construction with a hinged lid and a metal hasp and staple on the front for securing with a padlock. A vertical metal strip is attached to the center front face as reinforcement. The interior includes three removable wooden storage trays or tills: one deep open-well tray, one shallow open tray, and one shallow tray divided into three distinct compartments. The chest exhibits a weathered patina with multiple layers of paint splatters in various colors including white, red, and black. No manufacturer marks or labels are present.
Lot: 502 - M. S. Connell Patent Brass Mechanical Pull Bell
Victorian M. S. Connell Patent mechanical pull-type doorbell or service bell. The item features a circular cast brass dome decorated with high-relief ornamental motifs, including fleur-de-lis, floral rosettes, and foliate scrolls. The central ring of the bell dome is embossed with the inscription CONNELL'S PATENT and is flanked by the letters M and S. A mechanical striker assembly is housed within the dome and is activated by a hanging metal pull chain. This chain terminates in a faceted clear glass orb handle with metal mountings. The entire bell assembly is mounted to a tall pine wood block stand with a tiered octagonal base for display.
Lot: 503 - Pair Mid-Century Woven Brass Wire Baskets
A pair of vintage decorative baskets constructed from woven brass wire. Each basket features a rounded bowl with a dense wire-weave body and a central square-woven structural pattern at the base. The handles are formed from quadruple-strand twisted wire bundles, secured at the terminal ends and the top grip with fine wire coils. These items are in the style of mid-20th-century decorative metalware often produced for the export market. One basket retains a generic paper inventory tag. No maker's marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 504 - Horrocks-Ibbotson & Berkley Fly Fishing Ensemble
A vintage fly fishing set featuring an 8 1/2-foot fiberglass fly rod and associated equipment. The rod is constructed with a cork grip featuring an inset gold-toned medallion marked Berkley Parametric Curved Taper. The ensemble includes a green fabric rod sleeve with a manufacturer label for a Mohawk Fiber Glass Gunnison Fly Rod, model No. 1422, produced by the Horrocks-Ibbotson Company of Utica, New York. The rod is finished in a dark brown tone with white and brown thread wraps at the guides. Included in the case is a vintage spool of 10 lb. Berkley Trilene monofilament line from Spirit Lake, Iowa. The entire set is contained within a brown hardshell carrying case featuring a molded plastic handle and brass-toned metal latches.
Lot: 505 - Folk Art Carved & Painted Wood Bass Sculpture
A hand-carved and painted wooden folk art sculpture depicting a bass. The piece features a body with individually carved scales and separately attached wooden fins. The exterior is finished in shades of olive green and brown with a lighter, cream-colored underside. The eyes are inset orange-rimmed glass or plastic cabochons. A white paper retail or inventory tag is attached to one of the ventral fins with printed fields for inventory details, though it remains blank. The construction suggests its use as a decorative wall hanging. No maker's marks, signatures, or date codes are visible on the object.
Lot: 506 - Shiny Brite Ornaments & Christmas Paper Ephemera
This lot includes a set of vintage blown-glass Christmas tree ornaments and several pieces of holiday-themed paper ephemera from the mid-20th century. The glass ornaments are housed in a partitioned cardboard box labeled SHINY BRITE, REGISTERED, AMERICAN MADE, GLASS CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS. Printed manufacturer information on the box bottom specifies FACTORIES K & W GLASS WORKS, INC. NORTH BERGEN, N. J. � WEST NEW YORK, N. J. and MAIN OFFICE & DISPLAY ROOMS MAX ECKARDT & SONS, INC. 45 EAST 17th STREET � NEW YORK CITY. The set features glass ornaments in various shapes including spheres, teardrops, and indented reflector styles in colors of pink, teal, gold, and green. Decorative elements include hand-painted white mica stripes and starburst patterns. The paper ephemera consists of several flat-folded vintage cardboard gift boxes and carrier bags. Illustrated subject matter includes Santa Claus with toys, the Three Wise Men and shepherds with the text Christmas Joy, teddy bears on a reindeer-drawn sled with the text MERRY CHRISTMAS, and holly patterns with Merry Christmas in a Gothic font. One box flap is marked NO. 23 TAPE HANDLE and MADE IN U.S.A. Several items retain original braided cotton twine handles.
Lot: 507 - A Pair of Antique Cockfighting Gaffs
A pair of antique cockfighting gaffs, also known as spurs, designed for use in gamecock competitions. Each item consists of a long, slender, curved steel needle with a sharp point, mounted to a small rectangular leather pad. The steel needles are secured to the leather bases via a circular metal collar. One example features a black leather mounting pad, while the other features a brown leather pad. This style of equipment was common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. No maker marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps are visible on the metal or leather components of either piece.
Lot: 508 - Fenton Onyx Carnival Glass Hen on Nest Dish
This item is a two-piece pressed glass covered dish produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The piece is designed in the classic Hen on Nest pattern, featuring a lid molded in the form of a seated hen with detailed feathering and a base resembling a basketweave nest. The glass is treated with an iridescent carnival finish, which applies metallic salts to the surface of the hot glass to create a multi-colored, oil-slick effect showing hues of purple, blue, green, and gold. The base glass is a deep amethyst, commonly identified in Fenton catalogs as onyx. The base features a basketweave texture around the rim and a paneled lower body. The underside of the base is decorated with a molded sunburst pattern. Centered within this pattern is an embossed oval mark with the Fenton script logo and a small numeral 9 above the letters n and t. This specific mark identifies the piece as an authentic product of the Fenton factory in Williamstown, West Virginia, manufactured during the 1990s.
Lot: 509 - Blue and White Slag Glass Rooster on Nest Covered Dish
This two-piece pressed slag milk glass covered dish is designed in the form of a rooster on a nest and is attributed to the Westmoreland Specialty Glass Company. The item is crafted from opaque slag glass with a marbled, two-tone coloration. The lid is molded in the shape of a rooster featuring detailed feathering on the body and a tall, fanned tail. The rooster's head and neck are primarily white, transitioning into a vibrant turquoise blue throughout the body and tail. The base is an oval dish with a traditional basket-weave texture and a scalloped upper rim, finished in matching turquoise blue slag. No maker's marks are visible on the interior or exterior of the piece. A small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 509 is located on the interior of the base.
Lot: 510 - Imperial Amberina Hen on Nest Pedestal Basket
This two-piece pressed glass covered dish is crafted in amberina glass, a heat-sensitive material that transitions in color from a deep ruby red to bright orange and yellow-gold. The item was manufactured by the Imperial Glass Corporation of Bellaire, Ohio. The base is a footed pedestal basket featuring a detailed basketweave pattern, two small loop handles, and a scalloped, crimped rim with yellow-orange highlights. The matching lid depicts a nesting hen with a textured feather pattern, seated upon a diamond-point or cross-hatched ground. An embossed maker mark consisting of a capital letter I superimposed over a G within a circle is located on both the interior floor of the basket and the underside of the pedestal base.
Lot: 511 - Indiana Glass Clear Pressed Glass Hen on Nest Dish
A vintage two-piece covered dish in clear pressed glass, commonly referred to as a Hen on Nest. This item is attributed to the Indiana Glass Company, featuring a lid realistically modeled in the form of a nesting hen with detailed, multi-layered feathering, a prominent comb, and a wattle. The base is designed with a basketweave pattern around the exterior and a rim finished with a continuous beaded edge. The interior floor of the base contains an embossed oval ring of beads. A small white rectangular paper label with the handwritten number 511 in blue ink is adhered to the interior bottom of the base.
Lot: 512 - Milk Glass Hen on Nest Dish w/ Basketweave Base
Attributed to Hazel-Atlas, this vintage two-piece covered dish is crafted from opaque white milk glass. The lid is molded in the form of a nesting hen, featuring detailed feathering and a beaded comb. The matching oval base displays a molded basketweave pattern on the exterior. This small figural dish is a classic example of American mid-20th-century pressed glass. The underside of the base retains a small white rectangular adhesive sticker with the handwritten digits 512 in blue ink. No embossed or molded manufacturer marks are present on the glass.
Lot: 513 - Mid-C. Chalkware Native American Indian Chief Mask
This decorative wall plaque depicts a Native American figure in a feathered headdress, characteristic of mid-20th-century novelty items. The mask is composed of molded chalkware (plaster) with hand-painted polychrome details. The headdress consists of individual feathers accented with blue-painted tips, and the figure headband features a geometric triangular pattern. A distinctive feature is the small, intentional circular opening at the center of the mouth, which identifies the piece as a novelty smoker mask or incense burner. The reverse is hollow-cast and includes an integrated metal wire loop for wall display. No manufacturer marks or signatures are present on the piece.
Lot: 515 - Pacific Giftware Sekhmet Egyptian Goddess Figurine
A contemporary decorative figurine produced by Pacific Giftware, depicting the Egyptian goddess Sekhmet. The lioness-headed deity is modeled in a standing pose upon a rectangular plinth. She is shown wearing a sun disk headdress adorned with a uraeus cobra. The figure features gilded accents on the broad collar, armlets, bracelets, and a form-fitting sheath dress decorated with etched linear patterns and pseudo-hieroglyphic symbols. The goddess holds an ankh in her right hand and a tall papyrus-headed staff in her left. The piece is constructed from cast resin or composite material with a matte black finish and metallic gold-toned painted details. The front and back of the base are further embellished with incised pseudo-hieroglyphic characters. The top of the base behind the figure's feet is marked with the copyright notice 2009 PCT. The underside of the felt-lined base retains the original manufacturer's sticker for Pacific Giftware of Edmond, Oklahoma.
Lot: 516 - ALFCO NY Composition Cigar Store Indian Figurine
This is a vintage hand-painted composition figurine of a Native American chieftain, manufactured by the Artistic Latex Form Company (ALFCO) of Brooklyn, New York. Designed as a countertop version of a traditional cigar store Indian advertising figure, the statue stands on a tiered rectangular base. The figure is depicted wearing a full feathered war bonnet with polychrome highlights in red, blue, and green. He is dressed in a fringed yellow buckskin-style tunic featuring a circular medallion on the chest and matching fringed leggings. The chieftain holds a long ceremonial pipe in his right hand and a small wooden-style barrel or keg tucked under his left arm. The side of the base features a molded mark consisting of a copyright symbol followed by ALFCO-NY.
Lot: 517 - Native American Polychrome Wood Bust Wall Plaque
This hand-carved wooden wall plaque depicts the profile of a Native American man. The figure is rendered with expressive facial features, including deep-set lines and a prominent brow. The subject is shown with long, dark braids and is wearing a colorful choker necklace featuring horizontal bands of yellow, blue, and white accented with red vertical marks. The carving is finished with polychrome paint. The reverse side is a flat, naturally finished wood surface with a single pre-drilled hole at the top for mounting. Markings on the reverse include a rectangular white sticker with the number 517 handwritten in blue ink and faint handwritten characters near the bottom edge that appear to read 3.00. No maker's marks, signatures, or factory stamps are present.
Lot: 518 - Set 4 1973 Pepsi Looney Tunes Collector Glasses
This set of four vintage promotional drinking glasses is part of the 1973 Pepsi Collector Series produced under license from Warner Bros. Each clear glass tumbler features multi-colored screen-printed graphics of a specific Looney Tunes character. The characters included in this group are Porky Pig, depicted in a black tuxedo holding a top hat; Speedy Gonzales, shown in his signature yellow sombrero and red neckerchief; Elmer Fudd, dressed in green hunting attire carrying a shotgun; and Tweety, depicted as a seated yellow bird. Each glass displays identifying marks near the base, including a white Pepsi logo with the text COLLECTOR SERIES. Along the bottom edge, each glass is marked with the character name in quotation marks and the copyright text � WARNER BROS. INC. 1973. Height: Approximately 6 inches Volume: 16 ounces.
Lot: 519 - Rococo Revival Gilt Cast Metal Boudoir Table Lamp
This electric boudoir table lamp is crafted from cast metal with a decorative gold-toned gilt finish. Designed in the Rococo Revival style, the piece features an ornate, heavily scrolled quatrefoil base supporting a central pedestal. Above the pedestal is a fluted saucer-style tray. Two slender vertical metal supports secure a cast metal top cap decorated with embossed foliate scrollwork and a matching finial. The lamp is fitted with a single candle-style socket and includes a flicker flame bulb. It is equipped with a modern brown plastic two-prong electrical cord. There are no visible maker marks or signatures on the item. Height: approximately 16 inches.
Lot: 520 - American Salt-Glazed Stoneware Incised Storage Jar
This antique American storage jar is constructed from salt-glazed stoneware. It features a cylindrical body that tapers at the shoulder to a wide, rounded, out-turned rim. The exterior has a salt glaze over a tan or buff-colored clay body, resulting in a characteristic orange peel texture and dark iron spotting. Decoration consists of three horizontal incised lines around the shoulder. The interior is finished with a dark brown-to-black slip glaze, often identified as Albany slip. The base is unglazed and flat, showing typical kiln-firing marks and minor shelf wear. There are no visible maker marks, numbers, or characters on the exterior, rim, or base.
Lot: 521 - Vintage Carved Wood Springerle Cookie Rolling Pin
This vintage kitchen tool is a traditional Springerle or patterned cookie rolling pin, likely carved from maple or beech wood. The central barrel is divided into a grid of twelve rectangular panels, each featuring a unique intaglio carved motif. The designs include various birds, cherries on stems, berries, and floral patterns. The barrel is flanked by two tapered handles carved from the same piece of wood. No maker's marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on the item. A small white paper string tag is attached to one of the handles.
Lot: 522 - Aladdin Alacite Glass Simplicity Pedestal Table Lamp with Nu-Type Model A Burner
An Aladdin kerosene mantle table lamp featuring a pedestal base and font crafted from opaque, ivory-toned Alacite glass in the Simplicity pattern. The lamp is equipped with a metal Nu-Type Model A burner assembly, which includes a separate metal filler cap located on the shoulder of the font. It is paired with a tall, clear glass chimney. The wick adjustment knob is embossed with the following text: Nu-Type Aladdin Model A MANTLE LAMP CO. CHICAGO, ILL. MADE IN U.S.A. The chimney is marked near the top with white lettering: Aladdin REGD TRADE MARK MADE IN U.S.A.
Lot: 523 - Robinson Ransbottom Green Windowpane Mixing Bowl
This heavy stoneware mixing bowl is attributed to the Robinson Ransbottom Pottery Company (RRP Co.) of Roseville, Ohio. The bowl features a flared rim and a deep body decorated with a molded grid or windowpane pattern, accented by a banded, ribbed pattern below the rim. The exterior is finished in a glossy green glaze with subtle iridescent variations. The bowl is constructed with a square-molded foot. The base exhibits an impressed number 4 to the left of a central shield mark containing the number 10, marks characteristic of Robinson Ransbottom production.
Lot: 524 - Pair Am. Stoneware Jug Lamps, Attrib. Williamsburg
This lot features two mid-20th-century table lamps fashioned from American utilitarian stoneware jugs. The larger lamp is attributed to Williamsburg Pottery, featuring a tall-necked form with a salt-glazed light tan body. It is decorated with a characteristic hand-painted floral spray in cobalt blue. The vessel is equipped with a single strap handle and hardware comprising a brass-finished socket with a black rotary switch and a rusted metal harp holder. The second lamp utilizes a squat, bulbous jug finished in a deep brown Albany-type slip glaze. This jug is fitted with a pull-chain socket set into a turned wooden stopper and features a single strap handle. Both lamps have been modified with small cutouts at the base to accommodate brown plastic-coated electrical cords. Both items bear small white inventory stickers marked 524. No impressed maker marks or capacity stamps were observed during inspection.
Lot: 525 - Vtg Weiser Door Hardware Salesman Sample w/ Key
A vintage salesman sample or showroom display unit for door hardware manufactured by Weiser of South Gate, California. The item consists of a finished wood block mounted on a matching wooden base. The hardware set includes two brass-toned metal door knobs mounted on square, beveled black metal escutcheon plates. One knob features a keyed cylinder lock, while the opposite knob is plain. The unit contains a functional internal latch bolt mechanism. A diamond-shaped metal manufacturer tag is pinned to the upper corner of the wooden block, bearing the Weiser logo and location. Includes one original metal key stamped with the manufacturer name and the code 41525.
Lot: 526 - Attrib. Stiffel Mid-C. Neoclassical Brass Urn Lamp
This is a mid-century table lamp base in the Neoclassical Revival style, attributed to the Stiffel Lamp Company based on form and construction. The piece is constructed from cast metal with a brass finish and a dark contrasting antiqued patina. The central body is designed as an urn featuring vertical fluting and recessed foliate or palmette motifs with a dark finish. This section rests on a tapered stem above a circular, tiered base decorated with coordinating radiating leaf patterns. The lamp is equipped with a single light socket and a brass-toned harp with a finial mount. A push-button on/off switch is integrated into the top surface of the base. The electrical components include a brown two-conductor power cord and a non-polarized two-prong plug. No manufacturer stamps or signatures are visible on the exterior of the base.
Lot: 527 - Robinson Ransbottom Spongeware Pitcher & Basin Set
A matching stoneware pitcher and washbasin set produced by the Robinson Ransbottom Pottery Company of Roseville, Ohio. Both pieces are constructed from a heavy buff-colored earthenware body and feature a classic blue spongeware or spatterware decoration under a high-gloss clear glaze. The pitcher is designed with a bulbous lower body, a wide flared pouring spout, and an arched handle. The accompanying basin features a deep well and a broad, flared rim. The underside of the basin contains incised markings including Roseville Ohio, U.S.A., Basin, and R.R.P. Co.
Lot: 528 - Vintage Mid-Century Chalkware Wall Plaque Featuring a Rococo Style Courtship Scene
This vintage dimensional wall plaque is crafted from cast plaster, a material commonly referred to as chalkware, and features a high-relief scene set within a pierced ornate frame. The central scene depicts a courtly couple in 18th-century style attire; a woman in a white gown is seated on a fence holding a floral wreath, while a man in a green coat kneels before her holding her hand. The piece is finished in a polychrome palette with gilded accents highlighting the shell and scroll motifs of the rocaille frame. The reverse shows the unfinished white plaster and a wire hanger for wall mounting. A small paper tag with the handwritten number 528 is adhered to the back. No manufacturer or artist marks are present.
Lot: 530 - Colyer, Charles M. The History of the 323rd Regiment of Field Artillery. Privately Printed, 1920.
This hardcover unit history is titled The History of the 323rd Regiment of Field Artillery, 158th F.A. Brigade, 83rd Division, 32nd Division. Authored by Charles M. Colyer and published in May 1920, the volume provides a comprehensive account of the regiment's service during World War I. The book is bound in the original publisher's red cloth with gilt lettering and a gilt insignia featuring crossed cannons on the front cover. The interior includes detailed logs of battery movements, such as a log for C Battery detailing their march to the Rhine through France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany from November to December 1918. The title page credits the author and lists the associated military divisions.
Lot: 531 - J.W. Buel, The Magic City, 1894 First Edition
Buel, J. W. The Magic City: A Massive Portfolio of Original Photographic Views of the Great World's Fair and its Treasures of Art, Including a Vivid Representation of the Famous Midway Plaisance. St. Louis and Philadelphia: Historical Publishing Company, 1894. This work is an oblong folio containing 300 halftone photographic plates of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. It is part of the publisher's Historical Fine Art Series. Each plate features a detailed descriptive caption by J. W. Buel. The volume is bound in the publisher's original heavily embossed brown boards with an elaborate phoenix and scrollwork design on the front cover. The title is printed in stylized green and gold-toned lettering on the front board.
Lot: 532 - US American Revolution Bicentennial Medals
A collection of official US Mint American Revolution Bicentennial commemorative medals struck between 1972 and 1976. This group consists of gold-colored medals, likely gold-plated bronze, presented in several original formats: upright display stands with blue velvet-style inserts, flat black cases, and philatelic-numismatic covers. The obverse designs feature high-relief portraits of George Washington (1972), Samuel Adams and Patrick Henry (1973), John Adams (1974), and Thomas Jefferson (1976), all bearing the circular inscription AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL. Diverse reverse designs are featured, including the Liberty Tree with the legend SONS OF LIBERTY, a minuteman for LEXINGTON CONCORD, and a scene depicting the FIRST CONTINENTAL CONGRESS. Designer initials visible on the medals include FG for Frank Gasparro, RAW for Richard A. Weinman, MG, and RJM for Raymond J. Mayhew. The 1972 Washington issue displays a P mint mark for the Philadelphia Mint. The philatelic-numismatic covers feature themed US postage stamps with commemorative postmarks from locations including Williamsburg (July 4, 1972) and Boston (July 4, 1973). These were authorized by Congress as the only official national medals for the Bicentennial celebration.
Lot: 533 - US Military Payment Certificates, Series 541
This collection consists of multiple United States Military Payment Certificates (MPC) from Series 541, which were issued for use in US military establishments between 1958 and 1961. The assortment includes fractional denominations of five cents, ten cents, twenty-five cents, and fifty cents. Each note features a central portrait of a stylized female figure. The five-cent notes are typically printed in purple and green; the ten-cent notes utilize yellow, orange, and green inks; the twenty-five-cent notes are blue and pink; and the fifty-cent note is orange and brown. All notes are printed with the series designation SERIES 541 and standard authorization text for use by authorized personnel. Several serial numbers are clearly visible on the face of the notes, including F10447385F, F03047832F, F12790982F, F00520319F, and F10139149F. No star replacement notes or specialty serial numbers are observed.
Lot: 534 - 4 U.S. Coin Network Barack Obama Presidential Sets
A lot of four Barack Obama Presidential Coin Collection sets, produced and distributed by the U.S. Coin Network. Each set is housed in a gatefold blue cardstock display folder featuring a stylized logo on the front cover. Each collection contains four genuine United States coins that have been privately colorized with portraits and commemorative images of Barack Obama. The coins included in each folder are one George Washington Presidential Dollar, one John F. Kennedy Half Dollar, one Illinois State Quarter, and one Hawaii State Quarter. The interior of the folders contains printed biographical information and descriptions of the significance of each coin, such as Obama�s candidacy announcement in Springfield, Illinois, and his birthplace in Hawaii. Included with the sets are printed Certificates of Authenticity from the U.S. Coin Network and a letter to the collector. The documentation states that the coins are genuine United States Mint issues that have been professionally colorized by a private mint. A disclaimer on the printed materials states that the U.S. Coin Network is not affiliated with the United States Government or the U.S. Mint.
Lot: 535 - Pair Elgin Men's Wristwatches FG160056ST/FG160064
This lot features two modern Elgin quartz wristwatches with decorative crystal accents. The first timepiece, reference FG160056ST, has a gold-tone base metal case and an octagonal bezel embellished with clear crystals. Its black sunburst dial displays gold-tone baton markers and a day-date aperture at the 3 o'clock position. The watch is powered by a Japan VX63 quartz movement and includes an integrated gold-tone bracelet with crystal-set center links. The second timepiece, reference FG160064, is an oversized model with a black-tone case and a gold-tone bezel set with clear crystals and numbered tabs. The black dial features luminescent markers and three multi-function subdials for day, date, and 24-hour tracking. It utilizes a Japan VX9N quartz movement and is paired with a black-tone link bracelet. Both watches feature stainless steel case backs with manufacturer markings, movement calibers, and battery requirements (395 and 335). Watch 1 Case Size: 42 mm Watch 2 Case Size: 55 mm.
Lot: 536 - Pair Vtg Steelers & Franco Harris Signed Pennant
This lot features two vintage Pittsburgh Steelers memorabilia items. The first is a yellow felt pennant featuring black screen-printed graphics. The design includes a football helmet with the team's hypocycloid logo and a one-bar facemask, adjacent to the words PITTSBURGH Steelers in a stencil-style font. An NFL shield logo is located in the lower-left corner. The pennant bears a signature in black marker attributed to Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris. No third-party authentication or certificate of authenticity is provided for the autograph. The second item is a circular metal serving tray with a yellow ground, a central black helmet design with the team logo, and the words PITTSBURGH STEELERS in black arched lettering.
Lot: 537 - Beatles USAopoly Revolver Puzzle & Monopoly Game
This lot comprises two factory-sealed Beatles-themed collectibles produced by USAopoly. The first item is a 500-piece Revolver Collector's Edition jigsaw puzzle. The artwork reproduces the 1966 album cover by Klaus Voormann, featuring line drawings and photographic collages of the band members. The reverse of the box bears the USAopoly, Inc. marks and is dated 2009 Apple Corps Ltd. The second item is The Beatles Collector's Edition Monopoly board game, manufactured under license from Hasbro and Apple Corps Ltd. This version includes a customized game board, themed cards, and money. It features six collectible pewter tokens representing the songs Here Comes the Sun, Maxwell's Silver Hammer, Strawberry Fields Forever, I Am The Walrus, Rocky Raccoon, and Octopus's Garden. The reverse of the box provides a full view of the customized board and component list. This game is dated 2008 Apple Corps Ltd.
Lot: 538 - Beatles Yesterday & Today Trunk Cover Poster
Framed commemorative reproduction poster featuring the alternate trunk cover artwork for the 1966 Capitol Records album Yesterday... and Today. The central image depicts John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr posed around an open steamer trunk with Paul McCartney seated inside. The poster includes the Capitol Records logo and a tracklist featuring eleven songs including Yesterday, Drive My Car, and Nowhere Man. A historical text block at the bottom describes the transition from the controversial Butcher Cover to replacement designs, stating this specific artwork was reproduced from original designs that survived the Capitol shredder. The item is housed in a brown wooden frame under glass with a corrugated cardboard backing and a metal sawtooth hanger. A printed inscription in the lower right corner reads NO. ______ of 1000 with the number 349 hand-entered in red ink.
Lot: 539 - The Beatles Yesterday & Today Butcher Cover Poster
Framed promotional trade advertisement poster for the 1966 Capitol Records album Yesterday and Today by The Beatles. The poster features the controversial Butcher cover photograph captured by Robert Whitaker, depicting John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr in white smocks surrounded by raw meat and doll parts. The top of the poster features the word INCREDIBLE! in large orange block letters. Below this is a blue banner reading NEW IMPROVED FULL DIMENSIONAL STEREO. The right side of the poster lists the album tracklist, which includes Yesterday, Dr. Robert, I am Only Sleeping, And Your Bird Can Sing, We Can Work It Out, Day Tripper, Nowhere Man, What Goes On?, Drive My Car, If I Needed Someone, and Act Naturally. The Capitol Records logo is printed in the upper left corner and at the bottom center. The piece is presented in a dark-toned wood frame with a cream-colored mat.
Lot: 540 - Beatles A Hard Day's Night 50th Anniversary Poster
This framed promotional poster was produced for the 2014 50th anniversary restoration of the 1964 motion picture A Hard Day's Night starring the Beatles. The poster features a sepia-toned photograph of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr running down a street during the film's opening sequence. The top margin is printed with the text AMONG THE BEST 100MOVIES OF THE CENTURY � BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE. The lower center displays the text 50TH ANNIVERSARY RESTORATION above the film title A Hard Day's NighT, which is rendered in a stylized font. A quote in yellow text at the lower right corner is attributed to Jay Carr of the Boston Globe. The poster is housed in a simple black frame under a transparent protective front cover. The back is finished with a brown backing board secured by metal tabs and includes two black metal sawtooth hangers for mounting. A small white sticker with the handwritten number 540 is affixed to the lower right corner of the front.
Lot: 541 - 1987 Beatles London Palladium Royal Perf. Poster
This framed promotional poster commemorates The Beatles 1963 Royal Command Performance at the London Palladium. The poster displays a color photographic portrait of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr posed in front of a blue-painted brick wall. Printed facsimile signatures for each band member are overlaid on the image. The lower white margin contains the title text: THE BEATLES.. LONDON PALLADIUM ROYAL COMMAND PERFORMANCE.1963. The poster features several identifying marks in the margins. The lower-left margin is printed with the copyright information: 1987 APPLE CORPS. LTD. UNDER LICENSE FROM DETERMINED PRODUCTIONS, INC. and ORIGINAL MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN. The lower-right margin bears the copyright: 1964 NEMS ENTERPRISES LTD. This item is a licensed 1987 reproduction of the original 1964 NEMS Enterprises poster design. The poster is housed in a simple black frame behind glass or clear plastic, with a fiberboard backing and two metal sawtooth hangers for wall mounting.
Lot: 542 - The Beatles Framed Poster w/ Facsimile Signatures
A framed commercial poster featuring a black and white portrait of The Beatles members George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and Paul McCartney. The piece is a licensed product published and distributed by Portal Publications Ltd. of Corte Madera, California. The lower margin contains printed text stating RESERVED. A BEATLES PRODUCT LICENSED BY APPLE CORPS LIMITED. and PUBLISHED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PORTAL PUBLICATIONS LTD. CORTE MADERA, CALIFORNIA. Additionally, the bottom margin features reproduction facsimile signatures for each of the four band members. The poster is mounted in a simple black frame and is currently protected by a clear plastic film.
Lot: 543 - United States Armed Forces Veterans On-the-Job Training Act Informational Sign
A large-format informational sign or poster mounted on a foam core backing, produced to promote a veteran employment program under the Veterans On-the-Job Training Act. The graphic composition features a collage of United States military insignia, flags, and medals set against the background of an American flag. The five major branches of the armed forces are represented: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Specific elements depicted include the individual branch flags, unit patches such as the 101st Airborne Division and the 552d Air Control Wing, a Combat Infantryman Badge, Navy petty officer rating badges, and various service medals including the Southwest Asia Service Medal. The top text informs employers of a potential 12,000 dollar incentive through the training act and provides a 1-800 contact number. The bottom text instructs recently released veterans to contact their local job center veterans representative. Small department seals are located in the bottom corners of the blue border. This item dates to the early to mid-1990s following the Gulf War.
Lot: 544 - S&H Green Stamps Vacu-Formed Plastic Sign w/ Frame
This is a vintage mid-20th century advertising sign for S&H Green Stamps, a brand of the Sperry and Hutchinson Company. The item consists of a single-sided, vacu-formed translucent plastic panel, originally designed as the face for an illuminated lightbox. The sign features a white shield-shaped center with a black outline, surrounded by a vibrant green border. The central graphic displays the stylized S&H script logo in raised, textured orange-red pigment above the words GREEN STAMPS in bold black sans-serif block lettering. The sign is currently housed in a simple, four-piece rustic frame made from weathered wooden boards. The reverse side confirms the three-dimensional molded profile and the translucent nature of the plastic.
Lot: 545 - Vicks Blue Metal 2-Tier Drugstore Advertising Rack
A mid-century point-of-sale retail display rack for Vicks cold remedies, constructed of blue-painted sheet metal with wire components. The unit is designed with two tiers, including a shallow upper shelf and a deeper lower tray equipped with a perimeter wire guardrail. The two sections are joined by a central vertical support. The header graphics include the brand name Vicks in large yellow block lettering preceded by the word Trust in a white decorative script. Below the brand name, the tagline first family of colds medications is displayed in white lowercase serif font. A small inventory sticker with the number 545 is visible on the right side of the header.
Lot: 546 - KAR Products Inc. Metal Hose Clamp Organizer Rack
This is a vintage industrial metal hose clamp organizer rack manufactured by KAR Products Inc. The display is constructed of yellow-painted steel and features ten vertical sorting slots. The top panel is marked with the company name KAR PRODUCTS INC. and a stylized K logo. Adhesive labels categorize the slots for clamp sizes #8, #10, #12 (5/8 inch x 3/4 inch), #16 (3/4 inch x 1 inch), #20 (1 inch x 1-1/4 inch), #24 (1-1/4 inch x 1-1/2 inch), #32 (1-1/2 inch x 2 inch), #36 (1-3/4 inch x 2-1/4 inch), #40 (2 inch x 2-1/2 inch), and #56 (3-1/4 inch x 3-1/2 inch). Individual part numbers ranging from 7309 to 7320 are also printed on the labels. The rack is designed with an L-shaped base for shelf or countertop placement and includes mounting holes for wall attachment. This lot consists of the organizer rack only; no hose clamps are included.
Lot: 547 - Kodak Verichrome Film Cardboard Display Sign Set
A mid-20th-century two-piece cardboard store display sign for Kodak Verichrome film. This promotional item features a color-tinted photographic scene of a woman and two children at a beach. The woman is seated on the sand holding a vintage folding camera, and the children are playing with a toy sailboat. A rowboat is visible in the background near a reed-lined shore. The display is marked Kodak Trade Mark in the upper right. Text includes Yours to Keep.. In Snapshots in a red serif font and Get your Kodak Film here... in a blue panel. Illustrations of Kodak Verichrome Safety Film boxes, specifically the V 620 variety, are positioned in the lower right corner. The reverse of one panel retains a damaged cardboard easel support.
Lot: 548 - Pair Pepsi Grooved Menu Display Boards
A pair of vintage grooved menu display boards featuring late 1990s era Pepsi branding. The frames are constructed of molded plastic with a distinctive blue and white speckled finish. The display surfaces consist of off-white grooved plastic designed to hold interchangeable letters and numbers. Each board is topped with a blue panel featuring the Pepsi 3D globe logo and stylized white Pepsi text. The backings are made of thin wood or pressboard with a single mounting hole at the top center. The boards currently display various snack bar items and prices using blue plastic characters, including Sloppy Joes, Hot Dogs, Potato Salad, Pie, Meat Ball Subs, Nachos, Mac and Cheese, Slushies, and Coffee. The use of the word Pop indicates regional use in the Midwestern or Northern United States.
Lot: 549 - 7 Quaker State Super Blend Motor Oil Cans & Box
This lot consists of seven vintage Quaker State Super Blend motor oil cans and their original corrugated cardboard shipping carton. The cans are constructed of lithographed metal featuring the brand's classic white, green, and gold color scheme. Each can displays the large Quaker State Q logo with text reading QUAKER STATE SUPER BLEND MOTOR OIL and indicates a volume of 1 U.S. FL. GALLON / 3.785 LITERS. The reverse side includes product information regarding the multi-grade oil and notes the company's over 60 years of refining history. The manufacturer is identified as Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation, Oil City, Pennsylvania, with the zip code 16301. The original cardboard shipping box features matching green and gold graphics and branding, including instructions to HANDLE WITH CARE. The presence of the zip code and the reference to 60 years of operation indicates a production date from the mid-1970s. Capacity: 1 Gallon per can.
Lot: 550 - Avocado Green Metal Bread Box & Tilt-Out Canisters
This vintage kitchen countertop storage unit is a combination bread box and four-canister set, constructed from sheet metal with chrome-plated trim. The exterior is finished in avocado green paint. The upper portion of the unit features four individual tilt-out canisters. The lower portion consists of a single large storage compartment with a fold-down door. Each of the five sections is equipped with a horizontal wooden handle. Decorative shield-shaped labels are affixed to the front of each compartment, featuring a faux wood-grain finish, white script text, and a floral icon. The canisters are labeled Sugar, Coffee, Tea, and Flour, while the lower compartment is labeled Bread and Cake. This design is consistent with mid-century modern housewares attributed to Lincoln BeautyWare. The interior of the unit is unfinished metal, and the bread box compartment includes ventilation holes on the side panels. A small white adhesive sticker with the number 550 is located on the top right edge.
Lot: 551 - Astatic D-104 Lollipop Desktop Microphone
This is a vintage Astatic Model D-104 desktop microphone, a classic communication device manufactured in Conneaut, Ohio. The unit features a circular chrome-plated microphone head with a wire mesh grille, known as the lollipop style. It is mounted on a vertical chrome stand equipped with a side-mounted grip-to-talk bar. The microphone sits on a weighted, tapered circular metal base finished in gray hammertone paint. A black coiled cord extends from the base and terminates in a four-pin radio connector. A manufacturer identification label is affixed to the top edge of the microphone housing. Label Transcription: THE ASTATIC CORP. CONNEAUT, OHIO MADE IN U.S.A. MOD. NO. D-104.
Lot: 552 - Diane Miller, Wooded River Landscape, O/C
This landscape painting, rendered in oil on canvas, depicts a tranquil river scene with wooded banks and a soft, atmospheric glow in the background. The work is executed in a representational style, featuring textured dabs of paint for the foliage and smoother blending in the sky and water. The painting is signed Diane in red script at the lower left. On the verso, the wooden stretcher bar bears a handwritten inscription that reads Diane Miller. The artwork is housed in an ornate, gilded composite frame with a linen-covered liner. A label on the reverse of the frame is marked EH - 1/107 L, 11 x 14, and MADE IN THAILAND. 11 x 14 inches.
Lot: 553 - Simon Glucklich, Spring Song, Color Lithograph
This vintage color lithograph is a reproduction of the painting Spring Song by Simon Glucklich (1863-1943). The work depicts a sentimental scene of a young child with short blonde hair seated on a dark wooden bench, gazing upward toward a small bird perched in a grove of birch trees. The print is executed in a soft, painterly style with a palette of muted greens, creams, and blues. No artist signature or publisher information is visible on the front of the print. The piece is housed under glass in an ornate gilded wood and composition frame with decorative scrollwork at the corners and along the rails. An inventory sticker numbered 553 is affixed to the upper left corner of the glass. The reverse features a simple cardboard backing secured with nails and a hanging wire.
Lot: 554 - Vtg Mayflower Eatmor Cape Cod Cranberry Wood Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate for the Mayflower Brand of Cape Cod Cranberries. The crate is constructed of natural wood slats held together with metal fasteners. One end features a paper lithograph label with a central circular illustration depicting the Mayflower ship at sea. The label text includes MAYFLOWER BRAND across the top, ONE FOURTH U.S. STANDARD CRANBERRY BARREL, and CAPE COD CRANBERRIES. Additional text identifies the distributors as the American Cranberry Exchange and the New England Cranberry Sales Co. with locations in New York and Chicago. A stamped area at the bottom indicates PACKERS NO. 828. Both long sides are stenciled in red with EATMOR CRANBERRIES and 1/4 U.S. STANDARD CRANBERRY BBL. U.S.A. The end opposite the paper label has a large handwritten numeral 7 in dark grease pencil or chalk. The crate features an open top and a slatted bottom with a central drainage or ventilation gap.
Lot: 555 - Vtg Industrial Wire Harvest & Egg Basket
A vintage industrial-style wire basket constructed from heavy-gauge wire and sheet metal components. The basket is designed with a tapered circular form, featuring numerous vertical wire ribs that are reinforced by a single horizontal wire band located at the midsection. The upper rim is made of a thicker gauge wire and incorporates two integrated upright loops, which traditionally served as mounting points for a bail handle. The vertical ribs converge at the base and are secured to a central circular metal plate that features a single hole in the center. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or model numbers are visible on the object. A small white identification tag is attached to the upper rim. This style of basket was historically used in agricultural and maritime settings for the gathering of eggs, produce, or shellfish such as oysters and clams.
Lot: 556 - Vtg Cast Iron Knight in Armor Fireplace Companion
A decorative hollow-back figure of a knight in full plate armor, standing on a rectangular plinth. The knight is depicted in a formal standing pose, holding a long-poled halberd. The armor is styled in a Gothic revival manner, featuring a hounskull or pig-face bascinet helmet with a central visor opening. The figure is constructed of cast iron with a gold-tone painted finish. This type of half-round casting was commonly produced for use as a fireplace companion stand or hearth decoration, designed to stand flush against a flat surface. No foundry marks, pattern numbers, or manufacturer signatures are visible on the exterior, back, or base. Height: approximately 24 inches.
Lot: 558 - Vtg Railroad Oil Filler Can w/ Coiled Wire Handles
This vintage oil filler can is constructed of heavy-gauge metal and features a cylindrical body with a spherical domed top. It includes two bail handles, one on the top and one on the side, both featuring coiled wire grips. A fixed, angled spout is attached to the side of the reservoir. The top dome serves as a lid, though the original wick or cap assembly is missing from the central opening. The exterior has been refinished with a thick, glossy black coating. No manufacturer marks or embossed logos are visible on the exterior or the underside. A small white inventory sticker with the number 558 is present on the dome.
Lot: 559 - Mission Style Oak Three-Tier Open Bookcase
This early 20th-century open shelving unit is designed in the Arts and Crafts or Mission style. The piece is constructed of oak with a dark stained finish and features a rectilinear form with three fixed horizontal shelves. Each side consists of three vertical slats positioned between square uprights. The top shelf is reinforced at the joints with black-finished metal brackets. A single horizontal stretcher is located at the bottom of the frame for added stability. The wood grain is prominent across all surfaces. This unit is a fixed, non-modular construction and does not contain glass elements. No maker labels or markings are present.
Lot: 560 - Quartersawn Oak Folding 4-Tier Etagere w/ Crest
An early 20th-century folding display shelf constructed from oak. The unit features a four-tier design and is topped by a decorative crest rail featuring a carved central shell and foliate scroll motif. Quartersawn oak grain is visible on the shelf surfaces and the top crest. The frame is designed with a collapsible scissor-style folding mechanism with pinned side rails, allowing the unit to fold flat for storage or transport. Each shelf is supported by horizontal back rails and vertical side supports. The piece stands on four straight legs integrated into the folding frame.
Lot: 561 - Repurposed Half-Barrel Wall Shelf w/ 2 Tiers
A wall-mounted shelving unit constructed from a repurposed half-barrel. The piece features a curved front and a flat back for flush mounting. It is composed of weathered wood staves secured by multiple rusted metal hoops fastened with screws. The interior features a top surface and two tiered interior shelves, providing three total storage surfaces. The wood staves exhibit a textured, greyed patina on the exterior, while the interior staves show a darker wood grain. The flat back is constructed of vertical wood planks. Two small wooden block feet are attached to the base. A small white inventory sticker is visible on the upper shelf. No manufacturer or brand marks are present.
Lot: 562 - American Victorian Walnut Oval Scroll Parlor Table
An American Victorian walnut parlor or occasional table, dating to the late 19th century. The piece features an oval solid walnut top with a rounded edge. It is supported by a central turned pedestal column mounted to a tripod base. The three radiating legs are constructed from flat-profile walnut and feature elaborate scrollwork with distinctive trefoil-style cutouts, reflecting the Rococo Revival influence of the period. A small white inventory label is present on the tabletop surface.
Lot: 563 - Benjamin Eggleston, A Cree Canoe, 1903 Sepia Print
This is a sepia-toned reproduction print, likely a photogravure or high-quality lithograph, based on a work by American artist Benjamin Osro Eggleston (1867-1937) titled A Cree Canoe. The composition depicts a Native American man paddling a canoe on a still body of water, rendered in a soft-focus, tonalist style characteristic of the early 20th century. The print features a printed signature in the lower left corner that reads BENJAMIN EGGLESTON and a printed copyright notice in the lower right corner reading Copyright 1903 By Benjamin Eggleston. A hexagonal blind stamp is present in the lower center margin, although the interior details are not clearly legible. The work is presented in its period-appropriate mitered quarter-sawn oak frame, which features a traditional wooden plank backing and a standard hanging wire.
Lot: 564 - Pair Falls City & Pride of the Lake Minnow Buckets
This lot features two vintage two-piece galvanized metal minnow buckets dating to the mid-20th century. The first bucket is a Falls City Air-Life floating model constructed of galvanized steel. It includes a wire bail handle with a red-painted wood grip. The exterior displays blue lithographed graphics including the Falls City circular logo, the brand name Air-Life in script, and the text Non-Aerating Minnow Bucket. Faint manufacturer information near the base indicates production by the Falls City Division of Stratton and Terstegge Co., Louisville, Kentucky. The second bucket is a Pride of the Lake model, No. 410, with a 10-quart capacity. This bucket is also made of galvanized steel and features a wire bail handle with a black-painted wood grip and an internal strainer-style insert. The exterior is marked with orange graphics reading No. 410 - 10 QT. TIGHT and Pride of the Lake. Capacity: 10 quarts each.
Lot: 565 - Pink Glass Oil Lamp in the Lincoln Drape Pattern
Pink translucent glass oil lamp featuring the Lincoln Drape pattern, also known as B-Drape, attributed to the Mantle Lamp Company of America (Aladdin). The font exhibits molded swag and tassel motifs, supported by a fluted columnar pedestal stem and a tiered circular base. The lamp is fitted with a brass burner assembly that includes a perforated gallery and a wick adjustment knob. Stamped instructional text reading REMOVE THIS is visible on the upper rim of the burner. A matching brass filler cap is present on the font shoulder. The lamp is missing its original glass chimney and mantle.
Lot: 567 - Art Nouveau Style Lily Pad Gooseneck Lamp w/ Shade
This table lamp is designed in the Art Nouveau style, featuring a decorative cast metal base modeled after a lily pad or lotus leaf with prominent radial veining. The lamp utilizes a slender, curved gooseneck arm that supports a downward-facing light fixture. It is equipped with a frosted glass bell-form shade characterized by a scalloped petal-style rim. The shade is decorated with molded motifs, including floral sprays and a starburst pattern near the fitter. The metal components feature a patinated bronze-toned finish. The electrical assembly includes a brown plastic-coated cord with an integrated in-line thumbwheel switch and a non-polarized two-prong plug. The lamp is unmarked. Based on construction and materials, it is likely a mid-to-late 20th-century revival piece.
Lot: 568 - Large Green Uranium Glass Footed Console Bowl
A vintage American footed console bowl crafted from transparent light green uranium glass. The piece is designed as a centerpiece with a shallow basin and a broad, wide rim supported by a circular footed base. The glass contains uranium oxide, resulting in a strong neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. While no maker marks are present, the form and material are highly characteristic of production by companies such as Fostoria Glass Company during the mid-20th century. The surface is smooth and free of molded or etched ornamentation.
Lot: 569 - Westmoreland Pink Satin Glass Doric Pedestal Bowl
Westmoreland Glass Company pink satin glass pedestal bowl in the Doric pattern. This footed comport features a wide, shallow bowl with a matte, frosted finish. The rim is decorated with a reticulated lace design consisting of alternating shell motifs and circular openwork. The piece is supported by a flared, molded pedestal base. A gold-toned factory foil label with blue lettering is present on the interior, identifying the maker as Westmoreland and featuring the central keystone logo with intertwined WG letters. Diameter: approximately 7 to 9 inches.
Lot: 570 - Pair Westmoreland Glass Animal Openwork Plates
This lot features a pair of vintage decorative glass plates with embossed animal figures and openwork borders, manufactured by the Westmoreland Glass Company. The first plate is made of translucent cobalt blue glass and depicts the Three Owls pattern, featuring three owls perched on a branch surrounded by an interlaced lattice-style border. The second plate is made of opaque white milk glass and features the Three Kittens pattern, depicting three kittens sitting in a row within a scalloped border composed of circular loops and small decorative bosses. The milk glass plate retains its original silver and black foil label on the front, which reads Authentic Westmoreland Milk Glass and features the company's stylized W logo with the words Hand Made. The reverse of the milk glass plate bears a handwritten collector's label identifying it as JH Westmoreland B8 milk glass 3 Kittens. Diameter: 7.5 inches.
Lot: 571 - Vtg Trio: Ombre Bowl, Frosted Box & Milk Hand Dish
This lot features three decorative glass items. The first is a three-footed pressed glass bowl characterized by a two-tone ombre transition from a cobalt blue base to an emerald green rim. The exterior is decorated with a Grape and Leaf relief pattern featuring clusters of grapes and vine leaves set against a stippled background. Based on the pattern and color combination, this piece is attributed to Jeanette Glass. The second item is a square frosted satin glass trinket box resting on four stylized feet. The lid features a polychrome floral motif centered by a large blue blossom with yellow and pink accents. The box and lid are finished with a beaded or toothed rim. The third item is an opaque white milk glass dish modeled in the shape of an open palm with a rose and foliage at the wrist. No manufacturer marks were found on any of the pieces. A lot tag labeled 571 is present on the hand dish.
Lot: 572 - Pair Fenton Hobnail Milk Glass Candle Holders
This pair of pressed milk glass candle holders is executed in the hobnail pattern. While no maker marks are visible in the provided images, the design and material are highly characteristic of the Fenton Art Glass Company. Each piece features a wide, circular base decorated with concentric rows of raised hobnails. The central bulbous stem is similarly ornamented, supporting a flared rim with a scalloped, petal-like edge. The items are constructed of opaque white milk glass and feature molded bases with no visible pontil marks.
Lot: 573 - Trio Vtg Amber & Marigold Iridescent Glassware
This collection consists of three pieces of vintage amber and marigold glassware. The first item is a footed amber pressed glass centerpiece or low candlestick featuring a wide, ruffled rim and a molded central candle socket, set upon a pedestal base with a petal design. The second item is a small marigold carnival glass bowl with a scalloped rim and a high-iridescence finish; the exterior features a molded leaf pattern attributed to Imperial Glass in the Shell and Sand design. The third item is a footed marigold carnival glass bowl with a soft iridescent finish, decorated with an interior starburst pattern and a beaded, scalloped rim, supported by three molded spatula feet. All pieces are constructed of pressed glass. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on any of the items.
Lot: 574 - 3 Vtg American Pressed Glass Novelties
This lot features three distinct pieces of vintage American pressed glass, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The first item is a novelty container in the form of a horse-drawn cart or wagon. The clear glass figure features a stylized horse harnessed to a rectangular two-wheeled cart with vertical ribbing and detailed spoked wheels. The second item is a specialized rectangular match tray. The base is embossed with the inscription BURNT MATCHES set above a radiating sunburst motif. The tray includes a raised central rectangular plinth with scalloped edges. This piece exhibits a faint amethyst or purple tint, characteristic of solarized glass where manganese was used as a decolorizer. The third item is an ornate arched glass crest or pediment, possibly an architectural element from a clock or furniture piece. It features elaborate pressed geometric patterns including stars and fans with serrated edges. This piece retains its original metal mounting hardware with two bolts.
Lot: 575 - Set 5 Dickensian Character Cast Brass Wall Hooks
A set of five cast brass wall hooks featuring figural representations of characters from Charles Dickens' novel The Pickwick Papers. The collection includes one hook depicting the character Mr. Pickwick and four hooks depicting the character Tony Weller. Each hook is designed with a full-body figure standing on a curved banner above the hook assembly. The banners are inscribed in raised relief with the characters' names: MR PICKWICK and TONY WELLER. The reverse of each hook shows incised alphanumeric marks. The Mr. Pickwick hook is marked A H 1 5 1, while the four Tony Weller hooks are each marked 4 5 2 1. Each piece contains two pre-drilled holes for mounting to a wall or board.
Lot: 576 - Phoenix China Czech Floral Porcelain Tea Set
This porcelain tea set was manufactured by Phoenix China in Czechoslovakia, likely dating to the interwar period. The pieces are decorated with a multi-colored transfer-printed floral pattern featuring large pink roses, blue and purple garden blossoms, and green foliage. Each piece is finished with hand-applied gold-gilt highlights on the rims, handles, and the teapot spout. The base of the pieces bears a green stamped mark within a square frame featuring the words Phoenix China in an arched banner above a stylized phoenix bird and a lower banner reading Czecho Slovakia. The set is comprised of one teapot with lid, one cream jug, six footed teacups, and sixteen assorted saucers and tea plates.
Lot: 577 - Set 5 Vtg Porc. Floral Teacups & Saucers
This collection consists of five teacups and five matching saucers, totaling ten pieces, crafted from fine porcelain. The set features a variety of traditional mid-20th-century forms, including footed cups with scroll handles and saucers with scalloped edges. Each piece is decorated with floral transfer-print patterns and finished with hand-applied gold-gilt accents on the rims and handles. The assortment includes one set with a multi-colored floral pattern featuring a magenta central flower and a bird motif on the cup interior. A second set features a pastel blue and pink floral spray. A third set consists of a low, wide-bowl profile cup decorated with a large pink rose and bud design. The remaining two sets feature a classic pink rose pattern with small purple accent flowers and fluted, scalloped rims, in a style resembling English bone china by makers such as Royal Windsor or Colclough. No manufacturer marks are visible on the provided images, although the pieces are characteristic of European or English production from the mid-1900s. Small adhesive tags are present on the undersides of the saucers.
Lot: 578 - Ceramic Seal Figurine w/ Balancing Glass Bowl
This ceramic figurine, attributed to Camark Pottery, depicts a seal or sea lion in a stylized performing pose. The figure is finished in a deep, high-gloss black glaze and is designed to balance a spherical clear glass bowl on its snout. The glass bowl features a circular opening at the top and is attached to the ceramic body via a small mounting point at the nose. The figurine rests on an unglazed base typical of mid-century American art pottery. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the exterior.
Lot: 579 - Vtg H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Matchbook Covers
A collection of vintage matchbook covers from the mid-to-late 20th century, organized within two specialized storage albums. The albums are constructed of yellow cardstock and are printed with the title H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Book Match Album. The collection features a wide variety of advertising ephemera, with a significant concentration of businesses located in the Northeastern United States, particularly Meadville, Pennsylvania, and surrounding regions. The collection includes advertising for travel and lodging, dining and entertainment, tourist attractions, local services, and political campaigns. Notable inclusions are covers for The David Mead Inn (Meadville, PA), Marriott Hotels, Holiday Inn, Best Western, Days Inn, Bear Lodge Resort (Wyoming), and The Fallsway Motor Hotel (Niagara Falls). Dining establishments represented include Rax Restaurants, Denny's, Swissspot, Tiki-Toi (Utica, NY), and The Tale of the Whale. Tourist-related ephemera includes Knott's Berry Farm and various Vermont ski destinations like Stowe. Local service and political covers include Johnny's Shoe Repair, Winters' Plumbing, and campaign materials for Agnes Folmar (Prothonotary) and Don Osborne (Crawford County Commissioner), the latter dated May 19, 1987. A personalized wedding matchbook dated August 18, 1979, is also present. The matchbook covers are flattened and inserted into die-cut slots within the albums. Each page typically holds multiple rows of covers. The albums include instructional text stating Close Cover Before Striking. Approximate album dimensions: 11 inches by 17 inches (unfolded).
Lot: 580 - H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Matchbook Collection
A collection of vintage advertising matchbooks housed in an H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Book Match Album produced by Bandwagon Inc. The album is constructed of tan cardstock and features a black and white graphic of a nineteenth-century firefighting scene on the cover. The collection contains an assortment of matchbook covers dating from the mid-20th century through the early 1990s. The covers represent a diverse range of businesses across the United States, Canada, and Western Europe, including notable establishments such as the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino, Stardust Resort and Casino, Trader Vic's, Red Lobster, and Howard Johnson's. Other examples include regional interests like the Red Lion Inn of Stockbridge, Massachusetts, and international hotels such as the Grand Hotel National Luzern in Switzerland. A set of personalized wedding matchbooks dated May 29, 1993, is also included. The majority of the matchbooks have been emptied of matches and flattened for organized storage within the album slots. Approximate height: 17 inches.
Lot: 581 - Pair Interior & Coaching Scenes Chromolithographs
This lot comprises two framed color prints, identified as chromolithographs from the late 19th to early 20th century. The larger print depicts a Victorian-era garden or conservatory scene with two women. One woman is seated next to an elaborate, tiered birdcage containing a parrot, while the other is reclined in a high-backed wicker chair. A small child and a dog are positioned in the foreground among lush green foliage and palms. This work is housed in a simple dark wood frame with glazing, and the reverse is backed with patterned floral wallpaper. The second, smaller print illustrates a classic English coaching scene. A four-horse stagecoach with passengers is shown fording a shallow stream in front of a thatched-roof cottage. A figure and a small dog are visible on the left bank. This piece is set in a light-toned wood frame with glazing. No signatures, edition numbers, or publisher marks are visible on either print. Both frames bear numerical lot stickers on the glass surface.
Lot: 582 - Johnson Gordon Co. Toned Monochrome Print of Rome
A large toned monochrome print featuring a panoramic view of Rome, Italy. The composition captures the Castel Sant Angelo on the right bank of the Tiber River, with the Ponte Sant Angelo bridge in the middle ground and the dome of Saint Peters Basilica visible in the distance to the left. The print is published by the Johnson Gordon Co., with partially legible text identifying the company in the lower-left corner. The artwork is mounted on a light-toned card support and housed within a dark-stained wood frame featuring a thin gold-toned inner slip.
Lot: 583 - Pair Gemstone Inlay World Globe Bookends, Wood
A pair of decorative bookends featuring world globes with a dark blue lapis-toned ground. The globes are detailed with multi-colored semi-precious gemstone inlays, including various stones used to represent individual countries and continents. Each globe is overlaid with gold-toned latitudinal and longitudinal grid lines and features printed text identifying major geographic regions such as North America, South America, Africa, and Europe, as well as major bodies of water including the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. One globe is mounted on a gold-toned metal pedestal, while the other is supported by a gold-toned partial meridian arc and pedestal. Both assemblies are secured to L-shaped wooden bases with a dark reddish-brown lacquered finish. A small white inventory sticker with the handwritten numerals 589 is affixed to the corner of one base. Approximate height: 7 inches.
Lot: 584 - 1901 Pan-American Expo Cast Metal Buffalo Tray
This commemorative souvenir tray was produced for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition held in Buffalo, New York. The item is constructed of cast copper-alloy with an irregular, scalloped form featuring a relief-molded border decorated with Rococo-style scrolls and flourishes. The central recessed field is embossed with commemorative text and imagery. At the top, the year 1901 is centered within decorative scrolls. The words Pan American are rendered in a stylized serif font in the middle section above a relief-molded depiction of a North American bison (buffalo) facing left. The bottom of the tray is inscribed with Exposition BUFFALO in uppercase letters. The reverse follows the contoured shape of the front casting.
Lot: 585 - Pair Hubley Cast Metal Road Roller & Dump Truck
A pair of vintage cast metal toys including a Hubley Kiddie Toy diesel road roller and a dual-branded dump truck. The road roller, identified as Hubley model number 480, is constructed with a two-part cast body featuring a front roller and two large rear wheels. The engine housing displays raised lettering stating DIESEL on both sides. The dump truck is composed of a cast iron cab and chassis with a lithographed tinplate dump bed and metal wheels. The bed is lithographed in red and cream, featuring COAL on one side and COKE on the opposite side with graphics of a lever and pulley mechanism. The truck includes a manual lever-operated dump mechanism. Small adhesive labels with handwritten numbers 585 and 586 are present on the surfaces.
Lot: 587 - Horse-Drawn Steam Fire Pumper Pull Toy
This is a cast iron horse-drawn steam fire pumper pull toy, produced in the style of manufacturers such as Kenton, Hubley, or Dent. The toy consists of two galloping horses painted in an off-white or cream color with black and brown painted harness details. The horses are mounted on a single black metal wheel. They are connected to a red-painted steam pumper unit by a cast iron hitch. The pumper features a boiler with gold-painted bands and a chimney, a silver-painted bell, and an embossed circular emblem on the side that is not clearly legible. The pumper unit is supported by four yellow-painted spoked wheels. The casting includes a front driver seat and a rear platform. Total length is approximately 10-12 inches.
Lot: 588 - Fisher-Price Wood & Paper Lithography Pull Toys
This collection features several vintage pull toys manufactured by Fisher-Price Toys in the United States. The items are primarily constructed from wood with applied paper lithography, alongside plastic and metal components. The first item is a Teddy Zilo mechanical xylophone bear, model number 52, featuring a wooden figure on a red wood base with a metal xylophone and striking rods. Visible markings include Teddy Zilo, No. 52, Fisher-Price Toys, and US patent number 2,089,885. The second item is a Little Snoopy pull toy with a wood body, orange plastic wheels, and dark brown floppy ears. It includes a metal spring tail with a green bead and a Fisher-Price Little Snoopy label. The third item is a Fisher-Price Jalopy featuring a wooden body with a clown driver, yellow plastic folding top and windshield, and oversized orange plastic wheels. The fourth item is a No. 733 horse and General Hauling wagon set. The wagon is constructed of wood with red painted sides and paper lithography marked Fisher-Price General Hauling, No. 733, Made in U.S.A., and Pat. Applied For. The horse is made of wood with paper lithography and metal connecting rods.
Lot: 589 - Two Vintage Monogram 1/24 Scale Model Car Kits
This lot features two vintage 1/24 scale plastic model car kits manufactured by Monogram, accompanied by their original packaging and additional components. The first kit is the ZZ Top Eliminator, a 1/24 scale representation of a 1933 Ford Coupe custom hot rod. The parts are molded in red plastic and include various chrome-plated components. The kit is housed in its original box and includes the instruction manual. The second kit is a Corvette SS Hatchback, described as a custom-styled Super Sport model. It is molded in yellow and black plastic and includes chrome-plated parts and tires. This kit is partially assembled, with the engine and chassis components already constructed. Included with the kits are several small jars of vintage Testors enamel model paint and a vintage pack of Wrigley's Doublemint chewing gum. The lot also contains an additional partially assembled red plastic body for a mid-engine sports car that does not match the included kit boxes. Both boxes prominently feature the Monogram manufacturer logo. These are static plastic models intended for display.
Lot: 590 - Pair 1:18 Maisto Mercedes SLK & Motor Max Chrysler
This lot features two 1:18 scale model vehicles constructed from die-cast metal and plastic, both housed in their original retail window boxes. The first item is a Maisto Mercedes-Benz SLK 230, presented in a yellow exterior finish with a tan interior. The packaging indicates the model features a retractable hardtop mechanism. The second item is a Motor Max Chrysler GT Cruiser, identified as Item No. 73107, featuring a white exterior finish. This model retains its original factory-applied blue Motor Max protective tape on the doors and hood. The boxes are marked with respective manufacturer logos, model names, and the 1:18 scale designation.
Lot: 591 - Bburago, Maisto & Jada: 3 Boxed Die-Cast Cars
This lot features three die-cast model cars housed in original window boxes by manufacturers Bburago, Maisto, and Jada. The Bburago model is a Bijoux Collection 1997 Dodge Viper GTS Coupe in 1/24 scale (Code 1515), finished in red with white racing stripes and gold-tone wheels. The Maisto AllStars entry is a 1966 Lincoln Continental in 1:26 scale, featuring a custom metallic blue lowrider finish with silver flame graphics and a spiderweb roof design. The Jada Bigtime Muscle model is a 1972 Pontiac Firebird, approximately 1:24 scale, presented in metallic gold with oversized chrome-style wheels and aftermarket performance decals including Hooker Headers and Hurst Shifters. All vehicles are constructed from die-cast metal with plastic components.
Lot: 592 - Ertl True Value 2000 1913 Model T Bank Set
This Ertl Collectibles set produced for True Value Hardware Stores features two die-cast metal still bank replicas of 1913 Ford Model T delivery vans. The 1:43 scale vehicle is finished in a white and blue color scheme with red spoked wheels and bears the True Value Hardware Stores logo on the side panels. The larger 1:25 scale vehicle features a polished chrome-tone finish with silver-tone spoked wheels. This larger replica is marked No. 19 and carries the True Value logo and the slogan Help is just around the corner on the side panels. The items are housed in their original commemorative retail packaging, which is styled to resemble a red rolling hardware toolbox with silver drawers. The side of the box provides a list of past releases in this series dating from 1982 to 1999.
Lot: 593 - 5 Die-Cast Models w/ 1957 Chevrolet Trio & Custom
A collection of five die-cast model vehicles featuring a mix of vintage and modern styles. The group includes a three-car display set of 1957 Chevrolet models mounted to a black plastic plinth, comprising a yellow and white Bel Air, a white Corvette with red side coves, and a red and white Nomad station wagon. The base is labeled with gold-tone lettering: 1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR, 1957 CHEVROLET CORVETTE, and 1957 CHEVROLET NOMAD. The collection further includes three individual vehicles: a black customized Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck from the Maisto Truckin series with orange and yellow flame decals, a metallic silver late-1990s style Ford Mustang coupe, and a white convertible sports car with blue racing stripes in the style of a Shelby Series 1. The models are constructed with die-cast metal bodies, plastic trim components, and rubber tires. Scale: 1:24 (estimated).
Lot: 594 - General Electric HELP-2 Emergency CB Radio System
This General Electric HELP-2 (Model 3-5910) is a vintage portable 40-channel citizens band (CB) radio designed for emergency and information use. The system is housed in its original black plastic carrying case, which features a printed three-step setup guide on the interior lid. The kit includes the handheld radio unit, a 12V cigarette lighter power adapter, and a magnetic mount telescoping whip antenna with integrated cabling. The radio interface features an analog signal meter, a digital channel display, push-button channel selection, a power toggle, and sliding controls for range and volume adjustments. A large push-to-talk transmit bar is located below the controls. Branding and model information are clearly visible on the exterior case and the radio unit itself, including the General Electric logo and the model number 3-5910.
Lot: 595 - Vtg Advertising & Utility Thermometers
A collection of several vintage advertising and utility wall thermometers from the mid-to-late 20th century. The lot includes two vertical thermometers with white and red plastic housings: one featuring green and black text for Abitibi-Price paneling and Varco-Pruden Building Systems of Troy, Michigan, and another for Dunlop Tires with the slogan If Youre HOT for Tires, call Diane alongside corporate contact information. A decorative molded plastic thermometer for La Victoria Food Secrets of Mexico is shaped like a thermometer with a circular base featuring salsa product graphics and indicates temperature zones for Mild, Med, and Hot. A Springfield brand utility thermometer in yellow and black plastic is fitted with a manual adjustment dial at the base. Completing the collection is a horizontal enameled metal thermometer for Fergus Electric Cooperative Inc. of Lewiston, Montana, with integrated aluminum mounting brackets and a green FEC logo. All items are equipped with glass capillary tubes and various dual Fahrenheit and Celsius scales.
Lot: 596 - 26 Kid Connection & Johnny Lightning Die-Cast Toys
This collection consists of twenty-six die-cast toy vehicles in their original factory blister packaging, produced by Kid Connection and Johnny Lightning. The vehicles feature die-cast metal bodies with plastic chassis and components, manufactured at approximately 1:64 scale. The assortment includes five 5-pack sets from Kid Connection, a Walmart private-label brand. These sets are themed as follows: High Speed, featuring sports cars and a NASCAR-style stock car; Fantasy Collection, containing stylized custom designs; Construction Builder, with five yellow heavy machinery vehicles including an excavator, steamroller, and cement mixer; Off-Road, comprising an ATV, dirt bike, dune buggy, SUV, and pickup truck; and GM Concept, featuring various modern concept car designs. Each Kid Connection package is identified by item number #15279-1601 and Dept. 07. The lot also includes one single-vehicle package from Johnny Lightning's Class of 57 series. This set features a black 1957 Corvette Hardtop and includes a miniature Florida FUELIE collector license plate and a Class of 57 display piece. The card is marked with the number 3 in the bottom right corner.
Lot: 597 - Vtg Redken Styling Salon Illuminated Lightbox Sign
Vintage Redken hair care brand illuminated advertising sign dating to the circa 1970s�1980s era. This rectangular lightbox is constructed with a cream-colored translucent plastic face, likely acrylic or plexiglass, housed within a brushed gold-tone metal frame of aluminum or steel. The graphic design features three distinct elements: on the left is a blue field containing the Redken atomic orbital logo with a central letter R; the main body is printed with REDKEN in large blue block lettering, followed by STYLING SALON in black, and RETAIL CENTER in large blue block lettering below. The sign is designed for hanging display with a small metal chain attached to the side housing. The unit includes an integrated white two-prong electrical power cord. A white Underwriters Laboratories sticker is affixed to the side of the frame, identifying it as an ELECTRIC SIGN, FORM 1, with the serial number T 236837. A worn silver foil label is also present above the UL sticker.
Lot: 598 - Sprint & Nextel Backlit Electric Advertising Sign
This is an electric backlit retail advertising sign featuring branding from the 2005 merger of Sprint Corporation and Nextel Communications, dating from approximately 2005 to 2013. The rectangular sign is constructed with a black plastic frame and a translucent acrylic or polycarbonate face. The face is split into two sections: a larger yellow upper section featuring the black Sprint name and stylized wing logo, and a narrower black lower section with the white text Together with NEXTEL. The sign is designed for hanging, equipped with two metal eyehooks on the top edge and an integrated black power cord. A white Underwriters Laboratories sticker on the side identifies it as a Listed Electric Sign with the number GR 271896. A small inventory sticker with the number 518 is present in the upper right corner of the face.
Lot: 599 - Alltel Authorized Agent Illuminated Lightbox Sign
This is an illuminated advertising lightbox sign for Alltel, a former American telecommunications company. The sign consists of a translucent white acrylic face mounted within a molded black frame. The graphic display includes the Alltel logo, characterized by a stylized blue A icon and the letters LLTEL in bold black sans-serif font. The lower portion of the face contains the text AUTHORIZED AGENT in black all-caps sans-serif lettering. The sign is fitted with metal hanging loops and short chains at the upper corners. A black electrical power cord is attached to the side for operation.
Lot: 600 - A. Young & Co. 1907 Alberta Indigenous Postcards
A collection of five vintage black and white postcards depicting Indigenous peoples and encampments in Alberta, Canada, circa 1907. This group includes specific scenes titled Grand Parade of Blackfoot Indians, Blood Indians, Macleod, Alta., The Horn Society of Alberta Indians, and The Sioux Dance, along with one untitled card showing a line of tipis on the prairie landscape. The cards were published by A. Young and Co. of Macleod, Alberta, and printed in Germany. Several cards bear the printed copyright date of 1907. The reverse of the cards features a divided back with instructions for correspondence and address, as well as postage rate information for Canada, the United States, and foreign destinations. Identifying serial numbers including To. 158-2, To. 158-3, and To. 158-4 are printed on the reverse of several cards. Each card has been annotated on the reverse with pencil marks from a previous dealer or collector.
Lot: 601 - Harp Plug Cut Vtg Cloth Tobacco Pouches
This group of vintage cloth tobacco pouches was produced for Harp Plug Cut tobacco, manufactured by the John Weisert Tobacco Company of St. Louis, Missouri. Each pouch is constructed from a yellow woven cotton cloth and features a red drawstring at the top. The front of each bag displays a rectangular green printed field. At the top of the pouch is the brand name HARP in green lettering. Within the green field is a central red oval containing an illustration of a harp in yellow, flanked by the words TRADE and MARK. Below the oval is the text PLUG CUT in a stylized font. Smaller text below reads: MANUFACTURED BY JOHN WEISERT TOB. CO. ST. LOUIS. The bottom edge includes the designation Factory No. 93, First District of Mo. followed by a decorative scroll and a manufacturer's notice. The reverse side of the pouches contains a legal cautionary statement regarding the reuse of the packaging under penalty of law, which is printed upside down relative to the front logo.
Lot: 602 - Lego Chalkware Asian Child Kissing Nodder, Japan
A mid-20th century hand-painted chalkware nodder figurine imported by Lego. The figure portrays a child in traditional Japanese attire, specifically a grey-toned kimono decorated with black checkered accents and a black collar. The large head is attached to the body by an internal spring mechanism, characterized by a puckered kissing expression and black hair gathered into a green topknot. The figure stands on a circular red-painted base featuring the gold-colored cursive text Kiss me. The underside of the base contains a stamped PATENT JAPAN mark and a partially preserved gold foil label identifying the importer as Lego.
Lot: 603 - Two Jim Shore Heartwood Creek Resin Figurines
This lot features two hand-painted cast resin figurines from Jim Shore�s Heartwood Creek collection, produced by Enesco. These pieces exhibit the designer�s characteristic folk art style, which incorporates colorful decorative patterns and a simulated hand-carved wood texture. The first figurine is titled The Cow Jumped Over The Moon And The Rest Is History, item number 4007024. It depicts a whimsical diorama of the Hey Diddle Diddle nursery rhyme, featuring a large moon face with a quilted star border, a jumping cow with a quilted saddle, a cat playing a fiddle, a dog, and a personified dish running with a spoon. The base is inscribed with the title of the piece. The underside is marked with the Jim Shore Heartwood Creek logo, item number, copyright date of 2006, and licensing for Enesco Group, Inc. An original paper hangtag is attached. The second figurine is titled Lulu, item number V4004849, and depicts a stylized poodle. The dog is decorated with pink and purple floral and scrollwork patterns on a cream body and stands on a rectangular base with red, green, and yellow geometric motifs. The underside bears the Jim Shore Heartwood Creek logo, item number, title Lulu, copyright date of 2005, and Enesco licensing information.
Lot: 604 - Pair Old Paris Style Hand-Painted Porc. Vases
A pair of porcelain vases in the Rococo Revival style, characteristic of 19th-century Old Paris (Vieux Paris) porcelain. Each vase features a flared, scalloped rim and integral side handles composed of ornate, asymmetrical scrollwork resembling stylized leaves or wings. The front of each body is decorated with a hand-painted floral motif, centered by a large pink rose against a pale peach or buff-colored reserve. The surrounding molded elements are accented with lavender and pink hues, complemented by extensive gold gilt trim throughout. The reverse of each piece is finished in a plain white glaze. The vases are supported by scrolled, footed bases with gilt accents. No maker marks are visible on the exterior or reverse of either piece. A paper inventory sticker marked 604 is present on the reverse of one vase.
Lot: 605 - Doulton Burslem Floral Chintz Washstand Set
This ceramic washstand set includes a cylindrical slop jar with a recessed vented lid and a large circular wash basin. Both pieces are made of glazed earthenware and feature a blue transfer-printed floral chintz background. This ground is decorated with polychrome floral bouquets of pink roses and garden flowers. The rims of both vessels and the lid are highlighted with hand-painted iron red lines. The underside of the basin displays a blue printed manufacturer mark for Doulton Burslem with a crown above a circular emblem and the word ENGLAND. It also carries the registration number Rd No 374874 and a hand-painted pattern number D3641 in red.
Lot: 606 - EAPG Pleasant Labor Tray & Assorted Glassware
An assortment of ten decorative glass items comprising various forms and patterns. The collection includes a large circular handled serving tray in clear pressed glass, featuring an intaglio grape cluster center and an embossed motto on the wide rim reading IT IS PLEASANT TO LABOR FOR THOSE WE LOVE, a design attributed to Bryce Brothers and characteristic of late 19th-century Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG). Also present is a rectangular footed clear glass dish with radial pleating and an applied silver-toned metal rim featuring a Greek key pattern. The lot contains a tall, fluted amethyst-tinted vase with a scalloped rim and a hexagonal foot. Additional items include two matching clear glass creamers with quilted texturing and scalloped rims, four matching clear glass salt cellars with a diamond-cut pattern, and a single glass chamberstick with a hexagonal base and an integrated ring handle. Small adhesive labels with numbers 606 and 909 are attached to some pieces.
Lot: 607 - Vtg Nippon Porc. & Commemorative Ceramics
An assortment of early to mid-20th century ceramic decorative and utility items. The collection features a matching porcelain lidded sugar bowl and creamer set. These pieces are decorated with hand-painted yellow rose motifs set against vertical peach-colored panels and blue accents, finished with gilt-painted handles and rims. The underside of both pieces bears the Morimura Brothers mark, consisting of a green wreath enclosing a capital letter M, with the words Hand Painted and NIPPON. Also included is a porcelain commemorative mug produced for the 1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. It displays a transfer-printed portrait of the monarch within a formal heraldic border and is marked Made in England on the base. A second porcelain mug features a flared rim and tiered pedestal base, decorated with a colorful floral spray and marked with a brown G.Y. stamp on the bottom. The group is completed by several small porcelain wares: a square-bodied hatpin holder with a perforated top and hand-painted roses on an orange-to-white shaded ground; a pair of hexagonal salt and pepper shakers with a geometric cloisonne-style pattern; a single shaker with a pink floral garland; and a miniature porcelain souvenir vessel with black script lettering.
Lot: 608 - 13 Homer Laughlin Style Cobalt Blue Tableware
This collection of thirteen cobalt blue glazed earthenware tableware pieces is designed in the style of the Fiesta line by Homer Laughlin China Co. The grouping includes four dinner plates with ringed rims, two side plates, one pedestal gravy boat with an integrated handle and flared spout, one tapered tumbler with horizontal ribbing, and five spherical salt and pepper shakers on pedestal bases. Each piece features a solid-color glaze over a molded body decorated with a pattern of concentric rings. No maker's marks or factory stamps were discernible on the unglazed footrings during visual inspection.
Lot: 609 - 7 Homer Laughlin Fiesta Style Ceramic Tableware
This collection consists of seven glazed ceramic pieces featuring vibrant monochromatic glazes and molded concentric ring decoration. The set includes one large pitcher in a turquoise glaze, characterized by a pedestal base, a large loop handle, and a spout with an integrated ice lip. The body is decorated with three sets of rings near the rim and additional rings at the base. The remaining pieces are finished in a bright yellow glaze, comprising two large dinner plates, two medium plates, one small bowl with a flared rim, and one spherical shaker on a flared pedestal base. These items are designed in the Art Deco style characteristic of mid-century American dinnerware, specifically resembling the Fiesta line produced by the Homer Laughlin China Company. No manufacturer marks or backstamps are visible in the provided images.
Lot: 610 - Set 9 Homer Laughlin Fiestaware Ceramic Tableware
This collection comprises nine pieces of genuine Fiesta glazed semi-vitreous earthenware produced by the Homer Laughlin China Company in the United States. Characterized by an Art Deco aesthetic, the pieces feature solid-color glazes and distinctive concentric ring decoration. The assortment includes one large green dinner plate, four green saucers, one chartreuse saucer, one turquoise saucer, one grey saucer, and one persimmon footed creamer. At least one green piece bears a backstamp on the underside with the word GENUINE above fiesta in lowercase script and the letters H-L-C USA below, identifying it as vintage production.
Lot: 611 - Taylor, Smith & Taylor Lu-Ray Pastels Dinnerware
This is an extensive collection of semi-vitreous earthenware dinnerware from the Lu-Ray Pastels line, manufactured by Taylor, Smith & Taylor (T. S. & T.) of East Liverpool, Ohio. The assortment includes a variety of forms such as a lidded sugar bowl, a creamer, mugs, numerous plates in varying sizes, a large platter, and multiple stacks of saucers. The pieces are decorated with a series of concentric rings around the rims. The collection features several solid glaze colors including Windsor Blue, Sharon Pink, Persian Cream, Surf Green, and Chatham Gray, as well as darker shades of blue and turquoise. A clear backstamp is present on the underside of several pieces, featuring a script L followed by u-RAY, the word PASTELS, the manufacturer initials T. S. & T., U. S. A., and the date code 8 48, indicating production in August 1948.
Lot: 612 - Attrib. Dithridge & Co. Milk Glass Chamberstick
This late 19th or early 20th-century handled chamber candlestick, often referred to as a napper, is attributed to Dithridge and Company. The piece is constructed from opaque white pressed milk glass. It features a conical body with vertical ribbing that terminates in a flared, scalloped rim. A distinctive rope-twist handle is attached to the side. The base is accented with a wide, relief-molded border containing scrolls, beads, and cross-hatched lattice panels. A brown or bronze-toned surface wash was applied to the molded details to simulate patinated metal. No maker marks, factory stamps, or signatures are visible on the object. A small white adhesive label with the handwritten inventory number 612 is present on the side.
Lot: 613 - 13 Japanese Geisha Girl Porc. & Earthenware
A collection of thirteen Japanese Geisha Girl pattern ceramics manufactured for the export market. The assortment is composed of porcelain and fine earthenware forms, including a creamer with a matching saucer, a miniature tripod teapot, two lidded tripod incense burners (koro) featuring shishi lion-dog finials, two globe-shaped shakers, a miniature vase on a fixed black pedestal, three small bowls of various shapes, and two additional small saucers. The items are decorated with hand-painted overglaze polychrome enamels. Several pieces, notably the lidded vessels and teapot, feature raised moriage enamel details and gold gilding. Decorative motifs include traditional scenes of geishas and figures within garden landscapes featuring pagodas, bridges, and cherry blossoms. The undersides of several pieces bear red stamps, including JAPAN and MADE IN JAPAN marks, with some arranged in a circular format around a central six-petaled flower symbol.
Lot: 614 - Vtg Porc. & Ceramic Figurines & Miniatures
An assortment of decorative figurines and miniatures crafted from glazed porcelain and bisque ceramic. The collection features several character studies including a tall woman in eighteenth-century style floral attire with gilt ruffles, a seated man playing a flute, and two polychrome painted bisque figures of young boys, one with a violin and dog. A large carriage-form planter in white glazed porcelain with a woman playing a lute and applied floral details is included, alongside a figure of a girl with a large woven basket-form planter. The lot further contains various animal and whimsical miniatures such as a kitten in a shoe vessel, a small bulldog, a fairytale house structure, a shell-back armchair, and a trio of miniature vessels including a bud vase, teapot, and pitcher, all featuring high-relief applied roses and gold-toned accents. These pieces exhibit the varied styles characteristic of mid-twentieth-century decorative exports, often resembling pieces from the Occupied Japan era or generic European porcelain. No maker's marks were observed on the visible surfaces. Average heights range from approximately 1.5 to 8 inches.
Lot: 615 - Mid-C. Lofton China Bank & 2 Sailboat Ashtrays
This lot features a mid-century Lofton China Pin Money coin bank and a matching pair of sailboat-themed ashtrays. The coin bank is modeled in the form of a frame-top lady's handbag with a pink glazed finish. It is decorated with applied three-dimensional ceramic flowers in pink and white, hand-painted gray pin motifs, and the words Pin Money lettered in gold on the front. The piece includes a coin slot at the top and a circular access hole on the underside. The base displays an orange backstamp featuring a crown with the text Lofton China and Hand Painted. The accompanying pair of matching white glazed ceramic ashtrays each depict a three-dimensional sailboat set upon a rectangular base with two cigarette rests. Hand-applied gilt accents highlight the sails, hulls, and base rims. The underside of at least one ashtray bears a red circular mark with a central cross-in-circle symbol and the text MADE IN JAPAN.
Lot: 616 - Frankoma & Delft Ceramic & Porc. Vases
An assortment of ceramic and porcelain miniature and small vases of varying styles and origins. Included is a cobalt blue porcelain amphora style vase decorated with hand painted cherry blossoms in white and pink featuring raised moriage style enamel dots and gilt highlights on the rim and handles. A Frankoma art pottery vase of ovoid form features a speckled light green matte glaze over a reddish brown clay body with a brown drip style glaze at the base and rim. This piece is incised on the base with the mark Frankoma and the number 29, with a handwritten 24 in black marker. Slender necked vases feature relief molded blossoming branches against yellow and green grounds respectively and are both marked China on the underside in raised lettering. A Delft miniature barrel shaped vase features a hand painted blue landscape with a windmill on a white ground and is stamped in black on the base Delft Hand painted Made in Holland.
Lot: 617 - Edge Malkin & Sturbridge English & German Ceramics
This collection includes several ceramic items of English and German origin. One circular earthenware plate by Edge, Malkin and Co. of Burslem, Staffordshire, features the Tonquin pattern in a black transfer-printed Aesthetic Movement design depicting bamboo stalks, birds in flight, and a sailboat. The reverse bears a manufacturer backstamp with a seated greyhound, the pattern name, and a Victorian registration diamond indicating the design was registered on January 2, 1883. A German porcelain chocolate pot with a matching lid is octagonal in form and decorated with transfer-printed lily of the valley sprigs and an iridescent luster glaze at the rim and foot. The base is marked with an orange Germany 13 stamp and an incised number 1308. A small fine bone china bud vase by the Sturbridge China Company of Staffordshire features a flared shape with a scalloped, gilt-trimmed rim and is decorated with floral sprigs, a butterfly, and a ladybug. Its base displays a black factory mark with a crown and a stylized bunch of grapes. The group also contains a small yellow glazed earthenware pitcher with a molded, swirled body.
Lot: 618 - Pair Vtg Italian Style Ceramic Fruit Topiaries
This lot features two decorative glazed earthenware fruit ornaments of varying styles. The first item is a polychrome majolica-style ceramic fruit urn. It is designed as a classical footed urn with a gadrooned body set upon a square plinth base. The top of the urn displays a molded mound of various fruits, including grapes and citrus, interspersed with foliage. It is finished in a high-gloss, mottled glaze with amber-yellow and deep forest green tones. The second item is a monochrome cream-glazed fruit topiary. This piece is formed as a tall, conical tiered arrangement of citrus fruit resting on a fluted, circular pedestal base with a scalloped rim. It is coated in a monochrome cream glaze with a semi-matte finish, featuring darker pigment in the molded recesses to provide a distressed or antiqued appearance. Neither object displays visible maker marks, backstamps, or factory signatures. Both pieces are characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century decorative ceramics produced in the style of Italian or Portuguese imports.
Lot: 619 - Lingnan School Chinese Goldfish Folding Fan, 1986
This Chinese folding fan features a watercolor and ink painting on a paper leaf, depicting four goldfish swimming among green aquatic foliage and small yellow blossoms. The artwork is executed in a style characteristic of the Lingnan school, employing soft watercolor washes and calligraphic ink details to define the fish and plants. An ink inscription on the left side of the leaf reads ?? (Summer Rest), followed by ??? (86 Year, referring to 1986) and ???? (Painted in Lingnan). The leaf is mounted on a bamboo frame consisting of eighteen internal ribs and two outer guard sticks. One guard stick bears a small paper label with the printed text ????????? and MADE IN THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
Lot: 620 - Set 6 Footed Ceramic Bowls w/ Floral Transfer
This set of six footed ceramic bowls is constructed from an off-white earthenware or semi-porcelain. Each bowl features a tapered form supported by a short pedestal foot. The exterior of each vessel is adorned with a single floral transfer-printed motif composed of a central pink blossom, a secondary yellow and white flower, and sprigs of purple blossoms among green leaves. The interiors are finished with a plain, clear glossy glaze. An impressed circular mark is located on the base of each bowl, but the characters are illegible, precluding a definitive attribution to a specific maker. The pattern and form are consistent with mid-20th-century utility wares, often identified in similar contexts as French-style latte bowls or the Golesorkhi pattern.
A salt-glazed stoneware oil lamp manufactured by Salmon Falls Stoneware of Dover, New Hampshire. The lamp base is constructed in a jug form featuring a hand-applied finger-loop handle that terminates in decorative clay scrolls. The front of the vessel is decorated with a hand-painted cobalt blue slip design depicting a basket overflowing with berries and foliage. The stoneware body displays a characteristic salt-glaze orange peel texture. The unit is fitted with a brass prong-gallery burner and a clear glass chimney. The lower edge of the stoneware base is impressed with an oval stamp containing the text SALMON FALLS 2000 STONEWARE and an adjacent kiln-shaped mark.
Lot: 2 - Mid-Century Pressed Glass Amber & Iridescent Bowls
This lot consists of two decorative pressed glass bowls from the mid-20th century. The first item is a large, shallow footed bowl crafted from transparent amber glass. It features a continuous spiral rib pattern that radiates from a circular center to a finely scalloped sawtooth rim. This piece is in the style of patterns produced by American manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking or Federal Glass. The second item is a decorative clear glass bowl with a multi-tone iridescent finish. It features a sunburst or petal design with wide ribs and a deeply scalloped, pointed rim. The color transitions from a golden-amber center to deep magenta and purple hues at the edges. The underside displays textured ribbing that enhances light refraction. No maker marks are visible on the base or body of either piece. Both items have small yellow inventory stickers on their interior surfaces.
Lot: 3 - Lime Green Glass Bowl w/ Silvered Zebra Pattern
This large contemporary decorative centerpiece bowl is constructed from translucent lime green glass. The bowl displays a shallow, flared form that terminates in an organic, scalloped rim. A distinctive radiating zebra or sunburst pattern originates from the central circular well and extends to the edges. This pattern is created by a textured molded design on the exterior underside, where the recessed lines are finished with a metallic silver-tone or platinum-colored leaf. This creates a shimmering, layered effect when viewed through the smooth interior surface of the bowl. The piece is characteristic of contemporary decorative glass often imported from Turkey. No maker marks, signatures, or permanent labels are present. Large shallow centerpiece bowl.
Lot: 4 - Indiana Glass Harvest Grape Blue Iridescent Carnival Glass Footed Oval Bowl
This footed oval bowl is a piece of carnival glass produced by the Indiana Glass Company in the Harvest Grape pattern. Manufactured during the mid-20th century revival of iridescent glass, the piece is made of pressed blue glass treated with a heavy iridescent finish that displays vibrant shades of purple, green, and gold. Often referred to as electric blue, this specific coloration was a hallmark of the manufacturer's 1970s production. The pattern features a dense, embossed arrangement of various fruits including grapes, leaves, apples, and cherries that covers both the interior and exterior surfaces. The vessel features an oval form with a scalloped, ruffled rim and is supported by four scrolled integral feet. While some cataloged examples of similar fruit patterns may bear manufacturer marks, no maker marks are clearly visible on this specimen, which is consistent with the standard production of this line by Indiana Glass.
Lot: 5 - Imperial Marigold Carnival Lustre Rose Butter Dish
This is a two-piece covered butter dish manufactured by the Imperial Glass Corporation in the Lustre Rose pattern. The set is composed of pressed carnival glass featuring a marigold iridescent finish, a color often marketed by the manufacturer as Rubigold. The domed cover is decorated with a high-relief pattern of roses, thorny stems, and foliage, topped with a multi-tiered knop finial. The matching underplate features a wide border of roses and leaves, a scalloped and beaded rim, and a central rayed starburst design. The center of the base bears an embossed IG monogram trademark, identifying it as a production of the Imperial Glass Corporation of Bellaire, Ohio. This specific mark indicates the piece was produced during the company's mid-20th-century revival period. The iridescent surface treatment displays a spectrum of orange, pink, and yellow tones. As a pressed glass item, the base is finished flat within the mold and does not possess a pontil mark.
Lot: 6 - Cobalt Pressed Glass Butter Dish, Cherry & Circle
This is a two-piece covered butter dish composed of deep cobalt blue pressed glass. The item includes a domed lid and a corresponding base plate. The lid is ornamented with molded clusters of cherries and leaves positioned beneath a series of circular thumbprints, and it is topped with a faceted, pointed finial. The matching base plate features a wide scalloped rim and a recessed center. The underside of the base plate contains a molded multi-point starburst motif. This pattern, often referred to as Cherry and Circle, is attributed to the Dugan Glass Company, with similar versions produced by companies such as Mosser Glass. No maker marks are visible on the glass.
Lot: 7 - Attr. Imperial Glass Marigold Carnival Glass, Pair
This lot features two pieces of marigold carnival glass, both manufactured using mold-pressed techniques with a metallic iridescent finish. The first item is a ruffled bowl in the Amelia pattern, featuring a repeating fishscale or scalloped interior design emanating from a central starburst, finished with a beaded, crimped rim. The second item is a rose bowl in the Star and File pattern, which displays large pressed stars within diamond-shaped panels separated by vertical textured file panels and fern motifs. Both pieces feature molded bases with multi-pointed star designs and do not bear any visible manufacturer marks or pontil scars. These items are consistent with early 20th-century production from the Imperial Glass Company of Ohio.
Lot: 8 - Fenton Amberina Glass Cat Head Slipper
This is a pressed glass decorative slipper produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The piece is rendered in Amberina glass, characterized by a color gradient that transitions from a deep ruby red at the toe and rim to a translucent orange-yellow at the base and heel. The design features a figural cat's head at the vamp, a motif known as the Cat Head or Kitten pattern. The body of the slipper is decorated with a molded drapery or swirled texture, and the rim is scalloped. It features a solid block-style heel. A partial Fenton Art Glass foil label is present on the side of the heel, displaying the cursive letter f in an oval above the word FENTON and the text Handmade in USA. A small yellow inventory sticker is affixed to the interior.
Lot: 9 - Victorian Pink Satin Glass Floral Syrup Pitcher
An antique Victorian art glass syrup pitcher, attributed to the Mt. Washington Glass Company with metal mounts in the style of Pairpoint. The vessel features a bulbous body of opaque pink satin glass with a soft, matte finish. The exterior is decorated with hand-painted polychrome enamel flowers, including purple and yellow blooms accented with raised white dots. These floral elements are surrounded by gilded scrollwork and stylized foliage. The pitcher is fitted with a silver-plated metal collar featuring a beaded rim and a hinged, scalloped lid. The lid is surmounted by an ornate, pierced scrollwork finial. A decorative scrolled handle is integrated into the metal mount.
Lot: 10 - Hand-Painted Milk Glass Water Lily Syrup Pitcher
This antique syrup pitcher is crafted from opaque white milk glass. The vessel features a bulbous body that tapers toward a cylindrical neck, a single applied handle, and a hinged metal lid. The body is decorated with hand-painted enamel motifs, primarily depicting a pink water lily blossom floating on a stylized blue and green water surface. To the side of the flower are tall, brown reeds or cattails. The painting shows visible brushstrokes, indicating it was applied by hand. The jug is fitted with a hinged metal lid, likely made of pewter or a plated base metal, which includes a thumb lever for opening and an integrated spout on the inner rim to facilitate pouring. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on either the glass body or the metal hardware. A contemporary orange auction sticker marked #10 is adhered to the side of the body.
Lot: 11 - Set 9 TK Thun Iridescent Porc. Footed Salt Cellars
A set of nine porcelain salt cellars manufactured by the TK Thun factory in Czechoslovakia. Each vessel features a bulbous body with a scalloped rim, supported by three pointed tripod feet. The dishes are finished with an allover iridescent luster glaze, accented by gold gilding on the rims and feet. The underside of the sampled item bears a green underglaze factory mark consisting of a crown symbol above the initials TK, the name Thun in script, and the word Czechoslovakia in block letters.
Lot: 12 - Hazel-Atlas Set 4 Pressed Glass Citrus Reamers
This lot consists of four vintage clear pressed glass citrus reamers featuring three distinct styles of construction. One juicer is embossed on the handle with the Hazel-Atlas Glass Company mark, characterized by a large capital H with a smaller capital A nested beneath the crossbar. This piece and a second matching juicer feature smooth circular reservoirs, integrated pouring spouts, and single flat handles. A third juicer is designed with a paneled or ribbed exterior wall and a sharply pointed central cone. The fourth juicer in the collection features a decorative fluted or tight-ribbed pattern around the rim and exterior wall. Each piece is designed for manual juice extraction with a raised central cone and features an integrated handle and spout for pouring.
Lot: 13 - 4 Vtg Clear Pressed Glass Citrus Juicers & Reamers
A collection of four clear pressed glass citrus juicers and reamers, characteristic of American Depression-era kitchenware. The group includes one two-piece juicer set consisting of a measuring-cup style pitcher base with horizontal ribbing, a pouring spout, and an applied handle, paired with a removable clear glass reamer insert featuring seed-straining holes around the base of the cone. Also included is a single-piece deep-dish juicer featuring an integrated central reamer cone, vertical ribbing on the exterior, a pouring spout, and a small tab handle. Two individual reamer inserts complete the lot; these are designed to sit atop a pitcher or jar and feature central cones, seed-straining slots, and small tab handles. One of the separate inserts features more pronounced vertical ribbing on the outer rim compared to the other. These items are constructed from heavy clear pressed glass. No maker marks or signatures are visible on any of the pieces. Similar designs are frequently attributed to American glass manufacturers such as Anchor Hocking, Hazel-Atlas, or McKee.
Lot: 14 - Set 4 Glass Citrus Reamers w/ 1889 Easley's Patent
A collection of four manual citrus juicers crafted in clear pressed glass, representing various designs from the late 19th through the mid-20th century. The largest reamer features a deep reservoir with vertical fluted sides, a prominent pouring spout, and an applied D-shaped handle. A medium-sized handled reamer exhibits a multi-faceted design with an integrated spout and a molded handle. The collection also includes two disk-style reamers designed to rest atop a vessel. The first disk reamer has a central reamer with an embossed star pattern and a beaded rim. The second disk reamer is an Easley's patent model, featuring a notched and beaded rim with embossed lettering. This item bears the mark EASLEY'S on one side of the rim and the patent date SEPT 10 1889 on the opposite side.
Lot: 15 - Pair Mid-C. Yellow Cased Glass Student Lamp Shades
This pair of matching cased glass lamp shades is designed for use with student-style or hurricane lamps. Each shade features a vibrant yellow exterior layer over an opaque white milk glass interior. The exterior body is decorated with a continuous vertical rib pattern that tapers toward a smooth, flared top rim. The shades are finished with a circular fitter base. No embossed or printed manufacturer marks are visible on either piece. One shade retains a small green adhesive label on the interior rim with the handwritten notation #75. This style and coloration are characteristic of mid-20th-century glass production, often attributed to American manufacturers such as Fenton Art Glass or L.G. Wright.
Lot: 16 - Pair Slant White Milk Glass Student Lamp Shades
This lot consists of a pair of opaque white milk glass lamp shades, characterized by a conical or slant profile often associated with student-style lighting. The shades are designed to direct light downward and feature a prominent raised fitter rim at the crown for attachment to a lamp base or hanging fixture. The milk glass displays a smooth, glossy finish on both the exterior and interior surfaces. This style of shade was commonly utilized on Victorian and early 20th-century domestic lighting, including oil, gas, and early electric lamps. No maker marks or factory stamps are present.
Lot: 17 - Marcia of California Ceramic Covered Wagon TV Lamp
Marcia of California ceramic covered wagon TV lamp, model P25. This mid-20th-century decorative lamp is shaped as a pioneer's Conestoga wagon. The item is constructed of glazed ceramic with a multi-toned finish. The upper canvas cover features a glossy cream-colored glaze with molded folds. The lower carriage and wheels are finished in a walnut brown glaze with darker pigment in the recesses to accentuate the molded details. The base is finished in a mottled deep teal and green glaze, sculpted to represent an outdoor landscape. The reverse features a large circular aperture for housing a single light bulb. The lamp is operated by a metal toggle switch on the side and includes a standard two-prong brown cord. The base is incised with the marks MARCIA OF CAL P25 and USA. An original blue foil Underwriters Laboratories UL label is affixed to the back, reading Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. INSPECTED PORTABLE LAMP ISSUE 27354.
Lot: 18 - Collection of Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of glass marbles of various sizes and designs, presented in a clear plastic storage container. The assortment includes a wide variety of machine-made styles such as cat's eyes, swirls, solid colors, and patch marbles. The lot contains several larger shooter marbles alongside standard player sizes. Under ultraviolet light, multiple marbles exhibit a bright green fluorescence indicative of uranium glass content. The collection includes internal inventory tags marked LOT 4 and 2.
Lot: 19 - Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Examples
This lot consists of a large collection of glass marbles of various styles, colors, and sizes, contained within a clear plastic storage bin. The assortment includes standard player-sized marbles and larger shooters. Visible styles within the collection include cat's eyes, swirls, patches, clears, and solid-colored opaques. Under UV light, multiple marbles exhibit a bright green fluorescence, indicating the presence of uranium glass. The lot is unattributed to a single manufacturer but likely contains examples from American machine-made marble companies such as Akro Agate, Vitro Agate, Peltier, and Marble King. A small internal auction house identification tag marked LOT # 24 is included in the bin.
Lot: 20 - Collection of Vtg Glass Marbles
This large bulk lot consists of several hundred vintage and contemporary glass marbles. The collection encompasses a wide variety of types, including cat's eyes, swirls, solid colors, clearies, and multiple multicolored patterns. Sizes range from standard player marbles to larger shooters. A selection of the marbles demonstrates bright green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, signifying the use of uranium glass or other UV-reactive materials. The marbles are contained within a modern, clear plastic storage bin.
Lot: 21 - Trio Coca-Cola & Pepsi-Cola Advertising Tin Trays
A trio of licensed metal advertising trays produced for the Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola companies. The collection includes two Coca-Cola trays and one Pepsi-Cola tray, all manufactured of tin-plated steel with lithographed graphics. The first item is a 1986 Coca-Cola tray featuring a red border and a central depiction of Santa Claus in the Haddon Sundblom style. It bears the script Coca-Cola logo and a 1986 copyright mark on the lower face. The reverse is finished in a gold tone and includes a printed barcode and the official licensed product logo for The Coca-Cola Company. The second item is a 1994 Coca-Cola tray titled Sign of Good Taste featuring a 1950s-era diner scene with vintage automobiles by artist Pamela C. Renfroe. The face of the tray includes a copyright mark for the artist dated 1991. The reverse provides a history of the artwork, identifying the image source as a 1989 oil painting. It includes a 1994 issue date and distribution information for Trademark Marketing International, Inc. The third item is a 1996 Pepsi-Cola tray featuring a blue border and a nighttime diner scene by artist C.W. Savage titled Roadside. The face is marked with the Pepsi-Cola logo and the phrase The way it was when Pepsi was cold. The reverse includes a signature series description and indicates the item was produced by New Generations of Branson, Missouri, under license in 1996.
Lot: 22 - Pair Campbell's & Coca-Cola Metal Serving Trays
This lot features two lithographed metal advertising serving trays. The first is a commemorative item issued in 1997 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Campbell's Condensed Soup. The front displays a central graphic of a Campbell Kid character holding two cans of tomato soup representing labels from 1897 and 1997. The tray is finished with a wide black border. The mustard-yellow reverse contains a printed history of the anniversary, the Campbell's logo, a barcode, and text stating "Tray Issued 1997" and "MADE IN USA." The second tray is a Coca-Cola advertising piece featuring the 1946 Sailor Girl artwork. The graphic depicts a woman in a white sailor hat and blue dungarees seated on a wooden dock with a glass contour bottle. It includes a red banner with the text Drink Coca-Cola Delicious and Refreshing and a red and white pinstriped rim. The reverse features a grey, textured industrial finish with no visible maker's marks.
Lot: 23 - 1935 Native American Rider & Mt. Lion Chalkware
This molded figural sculpture depicts a Native American rider wearing a full feathered war bonnet atop a rearing horse. The rider is shown in a dynamic struggle, thrusting a spear into the open mouth of a mountain lion that is lunging from a rocky outcrop. The piece is crafted from a molded material, likely plaster or chalkware, and features a polychrome painted finish with a metallic bronzed patina. The base is molded to resemble rocky terrain and tall grass, finished in matte black. The reverse bears incised marks including a copyright symbol, the date 1935, and the initials R.L.
Lot: 24 - Vtg Pennsylvania Game Commission Metal Signs
This group of four vintage screen-printed metal regulatory signs was issued by the Pennsylvania Game Commission. The collection consists of three orange and yellow keystone-shaped warning signs and one white informational notice. These signs were utilized to communicate regulations on state-managed game lands during the 1970s and 1980s. Each sign is constructed of metal with a glossy finish and features pre-drilled mounting holes for installation. All signs include the Pennsylvania Game Commission attribution at the bottom. The white sign is titled NOTICE CLOSED TO ALL VEHICLES and is dated June 1971 with the code PGC-P-162 V-Line, 3,150, 6 - 71. The text cites Section 940 of the Game Code and includes small graphics of a motorcycle and a motor scooter. The first orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING THIS IS STATE PROPERTY and is dated June 1976 with the code PGC-P-38 V Line, 6-76. The text states that entering, destroying, or removing anything is prohibited. The second orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING LITTERING and is dated June 1986 with the code PGC P-73 OXFORD 6-86. It prohibits the dumping of rubbish, trash, or garbage and lists a $25.00 penalty. The third orange and yellow keystone sign is titled WARNING CLOSED TO ALL VEHICLES and is dated March 1980 with the code PGC - P - 4 Oxford 3-80. It specifies that the closure includes motorcycles and motor scooters.
Lot: 25 - Pair Vtg Black Folk Art Cloth Dolls
This pair of handmade dolls consists of two distinct styles of Black folk art craftsmanship. The first doll features a molded and painted head finished in red with simplified facial features and a dark brown cloth body and limbs. It is dressed in a blue and white paisley-patterned dress with a full skirt finished with a wide lace ruffle at the hem. The outfit includes a matching fabric headwrap accented with a red ribbon and a white lace fichu collar tied with red ribbons. The second doll is of traditional rag doll construction with a black cloth head and limbs. The facial features consist of two small white stitched eyes and a red stitched line for a mouth. It wears a long-sleeved orange dress with a white micro-polka dot pattern, a cream-colored apron featuring a red felt heart appliqu�, and cream pantaloons. Both dolls are supported by white-painted metal stands. Heights: approximately 15 inches and 12 inches.
Lot: 26 - Pair French Neoclassic Brass Dolphin Candlesticks
This lot consists of a pair of French Neoclassical style candlesticks manufactured from cast brass. Each candlestick features a nozzle with a gadrooned rim sitting atop a circular drip pan. The central stem is modeled as a stylized dolphin with a curved, scaly body and an open mouth. The dolphin rests on a square, tiered base decorated with relief-cast foliate motifs and concentric circular patterns. The pieces are constructed using a casting process, visible in the textured details of the dolphin and the ornamental base. No maker marks, hallmarks, or signatures were found during inspection. A green inventory sticker with the handwritten number 26 is attached to the base of one candlestick.
Lot: 27 - Collection of Eight Embossed Brass Decorative Chargers and Plates Attributed to Peerage
This collection consists of eight brass decorative wall plates and chargers, attributed to Peerage and produced in the Dutch Revival style. Each piece is crafted from brass featuring high-relief embossed decoration in the repousse style. The assortment includes two large chargers depicting lush still-life arrangements of fruit including pineapples, grapes, and pears, framed by ornate scrollwork and shell borders. Two medium plates feature genre scenes: one shows a horse-drawn carriage in a village setting, while the other depicts a figure at a spinning wheel in a domestic interior. Both medium plates are finished with gadrooned decorative borders. Four small plates illustrate various scenes including tavern interiors with figures drinking and playing music, coastal landscapes with figures in traditional dress, windmills, and sailing ships. The borders on the smaller plates vary from leaf garlands to intricate scrollwork. No maker's marks or backstamps are visible on the reverse of these items. One plate features a small green adhesive inventory sticker marked with the number 27.
Lot: 28 - 5 Embossed Brass Wall Plates & Chargers
A collection of five embossed brass decorative wall plates and chargers featuring traditional maritime and Dutch genre scenes. The group includes three circular maritime-themed pieces of varying sizes, each depicting a three-masted galleon at sea. One large maritime charger features a simple rope-twist edge, while a second large charger and a smaller plate both feature highly ornate borders with acanthus leaf and C-scroll motifs. The collection also includes two genre scene pieces: one oval plate depicting figures in traditional Dutch attire walking past rural cottages, and one circular plate illustrating a tavern interior with figures socializing and playing a lute. The tavern scene is framed by a geometric and foliate border. All pieces are constructed from stamped and embossed brass with rolled or decorative edges. These items are characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative brassware produced in Europe, often in England or the Netherlands, for the traditional home decor market. No maker's marks were identified on any of the pieces.
Lot: 29 - Pair WWI Princess Mary Brass Christmas Boxes, 1914
This lot features a pair of rectangular embossed brass gift boxes commissioned by the Princess Mary Sailors and Soldiers Christmas Fund. These tins were produced as a holiday gift for members of the British, Colonial, and Indian Armed Forces serving at the front or at sea during Christmas 1914. The lid of each box displays a central embossed profile portrait of Princess Mary within a laurel wreath, flanked by stylized M monograms. The upper edge features a scroll reading IMPERIUM BRITANNICUM beneath a crown, and the lower cartouche is embossed with CHRISTMAS 1914. The corners and sides are decorated with the names of the Allied nations including BELGIUM, JAPAN, FRANCE, RUSSIA, MONTENEGRO, and SERVIA. The left tin includes an original printed paper gift card featuring a red crown and M monogram above the date 1914. The interior of the lid on the left tin contains a handwritten name in pencil that appears to read G. G. Manson. The right tin shows a dark circular residue on the interior base, likely from the original tobacco or candy contents.
Lot: 30 - Set 46 Vtg Glass Christmas Ornaments, 4 Boxes
A collection of forty-six vintage glass sphere Christmas ornaments presented in four original retail boxes. Three of the boxes are branded Noelle and are labeled as American Made. This group includes one box of twelve silver-toned ornaments and one box of twelve blue-toned ornaments, both measuring 2 1/4 inches in diameter, as well as one box of twelve silver-toned ornaments measuring 1 3/4 inches in diameter. The fourth box is generically labeled and contains ten blue-toned ornaments. The ornaments are glass spheres featuring a reflective metallic finish and traditional metal hanging caps. The original cardboard packaging features decorative snowflake motifs and stylized tree graphics, with clear cellophane windows for display. Several boxes retain original retail price stickers from Hills Department Store. 2 1/4 inches diameter 1 3/4 inches diameter.
Lot: 31 - Franke & American Made Glass Christmas Ornaments
An assortment of mid-century glass Christmas tree ornaments presented in their original retail packaging. The collection consists of two boxes of spherical glass ornaments. The larger box is branded Franke and labeled America's Finest Glass Tree Ornaments, featuring a multi-colored variety of spheres in shades of cobalt blue, ruby red, gold, magenta pink, and emerald green. This box also displays an Advertised in LIFE logo in the lower corner. The second box is labeled American Made Glass Products and contains a uniform set of cobalt blue glass ornaments. Both boxes are constructed of printed cardboard with cellophane windows and internal compartmentalized dividers. The ornaments are fitted with metal caps and wire hanging loops.
Lot: 32 - Shiny Brite & Franke 24 Vtg Glass Ornaments
This collection of twenty-four vintage glass Christmas ornaments is comprised of two original retail boxed sets by manufacturers Shiny Brite and J. Franke. The first set contains twelve metallic gold glass ornaments by J. Franke. The original box displays the Franke company logo alongside the slogans America's Finest and Glass Tree Ornaments, and includes an Advertised in Life mark. The second set features twelve metallic red glass ornaments by Shiny Brite, produced by Max Eckardt and Sons. The packaging is characterized by a printed holly leaf border and the classic Shiny Brite logo. These ornaments represent mass-produced American holiday glass from the mid-20th century, utilizing metallic finishes typical of mercury glass-style ornaments.
Lot: 33 - Vtg Shiny Brite Glass Christmas Ornaments w/ Box
An assortment of mid-20th century American-made glass Christmas ornaments manufactured by Shiny Brite (Max Eckardt & Sons). This collection is presented in two cardboard boxes and includes one original illustrated lid. The lid, printed in green and tan, features the Shiny Brite trademark and a graphic of Uncle Sam shaking hands with Santa Claus above the text American Made and Glass Christmas Tree Ornaments. The first box contains a variety of spherical ornaments in vibrant shades of magenta, gold, and silvered glass, many featuring white stenciled patterns such as stars and geometric bands, alongside a single gold-toned ribbed spindle ornament. The second box features specialty shapes and finishes, including a blue sphere stenciled with the words Silent night and stars, an indent ornament with a miniature deer figure in a diorama setting, a tiered conical ornament in silver and teal, and a red and black lantern-shaped piece. Several ornaments exhibit frosted snow accents or hand-painted stripes. All ornaments retain their metal caps.
Lot: 34 - Lenox Ceramic & Vtg Holiday Ornaments & Figurines
This assortment of holiday decorations features various ornaments and figurines crafted from molded glass, wood, ceramic, felt, and paper-mache. Included in the collection is a large molded glass ornament depicting a clown playing an accordion with hand-painted details. Several hand-painted mercury-style glass ornaments are present, including a Santa Claus figure, a drum, a figure wearing a parka, and a clown-themed bauble. The collection contains a boxed Lenox pierced ceramic Christmas tree ornament in its original red presentation box with a logo and tag. Wooden items include a jointed Pinocchio-style figure and a small Santa figure seated in a wooden vehicle. Additional pieces include a flocked red deer with gold-tone spots, a figurine representing Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz holding a basket with Toto, a paper-mache clown holding balloons with a yellow tag marked BALLOON 25 cents, and a small green glass frog with a red and gold CHINA tag. Multiple glass sphere ornaments in various sizes and colors are also included. One item features an adhesive label with the text SKU 64070919 and a barcode.
Lot: 35 - Star-Lite & Royalites Plastic Christmas Candoliers
This collection consists of mid-century electric Christmas window decorations featuring the Star-Lite and Royalites brands. The group includes Star-Lite 3-Light Candoliers (Model No. 703) and a Royalites 5-Light Candolier (Model No. 705). Each unit is constructed from yellow molded plastic with a tiered base and vertical candle tubes featuring molded faux dripping wax details at the sockets. The base of the three-light model includes a molded bow and bell motif. The original packaging is red and blue cardboard decorated with mid-century holiday illustrations of a snow-covered cottage and evergreen trees. Printed text on the boxes identifies the manufacturer, model numbers, and includes the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) seal. The units come with attached white electrical cords.
Lot: 36 - Pair Marx Best of the West Action Figures w/ Case
This lot features two 12-inch scale action figures from the Louis Marx and Company Best of the West product line, housed in an original plastic travel case. The figure on the left is identified by web consensus as Sam Cobra, the villain character, wearing a black molded plastic three-piece suit. A small black plastic briefcase accessory is included at the figure's feet. The figure on the right utilizes a Johnny West head sculpt and is dressed in non-original clothing, including a red bolero-style jacket with a space-themed patch and black fabric trousers. A black vinyl cowboy hat is located behind the figures. The brown molded plastic travel case is embossed with the text Best of the West travel case by Marx on the front panel. The case exterior also features raised relief graphics of Western equipment, including a cowboy hat, rifle, canteen, and lasso. The figures are constructed with articulated plastic bodies and vinyl head sculpts.
Lot: 37 - Disney Mickey & Minnie Through the Years Plush Set
A set of six collectible plush toys manufactured for The Disney Store, featuring characters from the Disney animation universe in various historical and thematic costumes. The collection includes three iterations of Minnie Mouse: one dressed as a bride in a white satin gown with a mesh veil and pink fabric rose bouquet; one in an Egyptian-inspired ensemble with a metallic gold headdress and collar; and one in her traditional red and white polka dot dress and bow. Two Mickey Mouse figures are included: one depicting the character from the 1938 animated short The Brave Little Tailor in a red tunic and brown feathered hat, and another in a white garment with a high collar. The final figure is a black and white plush of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Each toy is constructed from plush fabric with embroidered facial features and is individually housed in a clear, rigid plastic or acrylic display case. Several of the toys retain their original manufacturer hangtags. These tags feature The Disney Store logo within a blue, pink, and purple gradient circular border, with the word Disney in its characteristic script and STORE in block capitals below. One tag includes a retail barcode and the name MINNIE in black text.
Lot: 38 - Disney Store Minnie & Mickey Bean Bag Plush, Set 6
This lot consists of six official Disney Store exclusive mini bean bag plush toys. The collection primarily features Minnie Mouse in diverse thematic costumes along with one Mickey Mouse figure. The set includes Minnie Mouse in a magenta dress with a purple and black plaid bow, Minnie Mouse in a red dress decorated with white hearts, Minnie Mouse as a fairy or angel with iridescent fabric wings and a silver star accent, Minnie Mouse as the Statue of Liberty in a mint-green gown with a torch and crown, and Minnie Mouse in a pink outfit with a matching newsboy cap. One Mickey Mouse figure is included, dressed in traditional Japanese-style attire featuring blue and purple patterns. Each figure is constructed from plush fabric with fiberfill and weighted plastic pellet stuffing. Faces feature embroidered and appliqu�d details with fixed eyes. Original Disney Store swing tags are present on the items. Each toy is contained within an individual aftermarket clear plastic protective case. Height: Approximately 7 to 9 inches each.
Lot: 39 - Disney Store Mickey & Friends Bean Bag Plush Set
This collection of plush figures was manufactured for and sold by The Disney Store. The items are bean bag style plush constructed from fabric with embroidered and appliqu� details. The group features various Disney characters in themed attire. Included are Mickey Mouse in a pinstriped baseball uniform with a fielder's glove and blue cap, Mickey Mouse in a red jacket holding a red plush heart with white lace trim, Mickey Mouse in signature red shorts, and both Minnie Mouse and Goofy in yellow rain slickers. One display case contains a Mickey Mouse figure posed with his hands to his face and a second smaller plush figure. Several items retain original paper hang tags featuring The Disney Store script logo and the text MADE IN KOREA. Fabric law tags with the CE mark are present. Each figure is individually housed in a clear acrylic or hard plastic protective display case.
Lot: 40 - 5 Vtg Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Character Toys
This collection features five vintage Disney character toys, including plush figures and mixed-media dolls. One item is a large Mickey Mouse plush toy featuring a black fabric body, white face and gloves, red shorts with white buttons, and yellow felt-style shoes. This figure retains a Mickey & Co. paper hang tag with a circular logo and a fabric manufacturer tag stating the use of all new materials consisting of polyester fiber. The group includes two keychain attachments: a Minnie Mouse plush in a pink polka dot dress with a matching bow and pink shoes, and a Mickey Mouse figure featuring a molded plastic head, plush body, and yellow felt shoes. Two additional figures feature molded PVC heads and soft bodies; one is a Minnie Mouse in a red polka dot dress and red shoes with a fabric care tag, and the other is a Mickey Mouse with a black plush body, red fabric shorts, and yellow felt shoes.
Lot: 41 - Radio Shack French Continental Rotary Telephone
This is a vintage-style French cradle rotary telephone manufactured for Radio Shack, a division of Tandy Corp. The telephone features a cast metal body decorated with ornate floral and foliate scrollwork in a brushed silver-tone finish. The base, handset handle, and dial surround are constructed of cream-colored plastic. The rotary dial includes a central decorative medallion depicting a couple in 18th-century period dress. The handset is connected to the base by a matching cream-colored coiled plastic cord and rests on a metal cradle. The underside of the base includes a manufacturer label identifying it as the French Continental model, No. 43-320, custom manufactured in Singapore for Radio Shack. A gray modular line cord is attached.
Lot: 42 - Monarch Mfg Co Oak Magneto Wall Telephone
An antique wall-mounted magneto telephone produced by the Monarch Telephone Manufacturing Company of Fort Dodge, Iowa. The cabinet is constructed from quartersawn oak featuring a prominent tiger oak grain and a slanted writing shelf at the base. The unit is equipped with a top-mounted ringer assembly consisting of twin metal bells and a hand-turned crank on the right side. The front features a black-finished metal transmitter arm and mouthpiece. A separate black receiver earpiece is suspended from a hook-switch on the left side of the cabinet. The face of the transmitter is adorned with a curved brass plate embossed with MONARCH TELEPHONE MFG. CO. FORT DODGE, IOWA. A second brass plate positioned below the mouthpiece is embossed with the serial number L240294. A rectangular metal nameplate is mounted on the front of the oak cabinet featuring the Monarch script logo and company location.
Lot: 43 - Duquesne Baking Co. Pie Pan & Kitchen Metalware
This lot features an assortment of vintage metal kitchenware. Included is a commercial pie tin embossed with the text PLEASE RETURN TO DUQUESNE BAKING CO. and featuring a small central vent hole. The collection also contains a large cylindrical hand-punched grater with a curved top handle. A rectangular loaf baking pan is included, showing remnants of a tin-plated finish. The group is completed by several cookie and biscuit cutters of varying forms: one gingerbread man cutter mounted on a rectangular metal base plate, one club-shaped cutter, one round biscuit cutter with a dark oxidized finish and bridge handle, and one round biscuit cutter with a brighter metal finish and bridge handle.
Lot: 44 - B. Vockins Seabrook Tinned Metal & Brass Milk Can
This is an antique dairy delivery can, commonly used for milk or cream. The vessel is constructed of tinned metal with hand-soldered joints and an oval body. It features a hinged lid and a thick brass swing handle attached to the sides. The top of the lid is embossed with the text B. VOCKINS and SEABROOK in two arcs. A triangular brass plate is soldered to the hinge area, bearing the text THE MILK-CAN and TRADE MARK surrounding a stylized central logo. The construction techniques and materials are consistent with the late Victorian to early Edwardian periods. The interior of the can is accessible via the hinged top and shows a seam running vertically down the back.
Lot: 45 - Vtg Monarch Finer Foods Embossed Glass Pantry Jar
This vintage glass storage jar was manufactured for Monarch Finer Foods, a prominent brand of the Reid, Murdoch and Company firm based in Chicago. The jar is made of clear glass and features a square-bodied design with rounded corners. The front panel is embossed with the brand's signature lion's head logo in the center, with the text MONARCH arched above and FINER FOODS below. Each side of the jar is decorated with four tiers of embossed chevron ribbing. It retains its original screw-top metal lid with a knurled edge. The base of the jar has a stippled texture and features embossed marks including the Owens-Illinois Glass Company trademark (a diamond enclosing an oval and a capital letter I). Additional numbers on the base include a 7 to the left, a 5 to the right, and a 10 below the logo, which are plant and date codes likely indicating production between the mid-1930s and mid-1940s. Dimensions: Approximately 1-quart capacity.
Lot: 46 - Trio Hoosier Style Ribbed Glass Coffee Canisters
This lot features a trio of vintage clear glass storage canisters characterized by vertical fluting and embossed labeling, in the style of jars produced for Hoosier or Sellers kitchen cabinets. Each jar is made of pressed glass and features a cylindrical body with a threaded neck for a metal screw-top lid. Two of the jars are embossed with the word COFFEE inside a stylized decorative banner, while the third jar is embossed with COFFEE in plain block lettering. The jars are paired with mismatched vintage metal lids. The tallest jar features a dark blue lid with printed instructions for Burma-Shave, identifying the manufacturer as Burma-Vita Co. of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The mid-sized jar includes a gray and yellow metal lid marked VITA in red lettering with a circular graphic of two characters. The shortest jar has a plain off-white lid with a handwritten green adhesive sticker reading 46. The variety of lids indicates these pieces were repurposed for storage over time.
Lot: 47 - American Oven Ware Mixing Bowl w/ Brown Bands
A vintage American utilitarian mixing bowl, crafted from cream-colored stoneware and often attributed to McCoy Pottery based on the mark style. The bowl features a classic flared form with a tapered body and a wide, rounded rim. The exterior is decorated with a Mocha-style pattern consisting of two horizontal bands of dark brown slip, where the upper band is thicker than the lower one. The underside of the base features embossed marks reading OVEN WARE along the top interior edge of the foot ring and USA along the bottom. The numeral 2 is embossed in the center of the base, indicating the bowl has a 2-quart capacity. Capacity: 2 quarts.
Lot: 48 - Marshall Pottery Attr. Cobalt Salt-Glaze Pitcher
This salt-glazed stoneware pitcher features a bulbous body with a wide flared neck, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied loop handle. The vessel is finished in an off-white glaze with fine dark iron speckling. It is decorated with horizontal cobalt blue bands, including a single band encircling the neck and a double band around the lower body. Molded relief decoration in a stylized foliate or scalloped pattern is located both above and below the blue-banded sections. The pitcher sits on a slightly recessed circular foot. While visually consistent with late 19th to early 20th-century utility ware from Marshall Pottery, no permanent maker marks or stamps are visible on the piece. Current identifiers include a green sticker marked 48 on the neck and a handwritten inventory label reading TH 310 B8 / Pitcher / 165 00 (c).
Lot: 49 - Pair Blue & White Basketweave Stoneware Canisters
A pair of lidded utility stoneware canisters featuring a molded basketweave texture and relief floral motifs. Each vessel is decorated with hand-applied cobalt blue slip lettering identifying the contents as Salt and Tea. The glaze is a two-tone blue and cream-colored slip, typical of American utility stoneware from the late 19th or early 20th century. The canisters are cylindrical with a slightly flared rim and include matching lids topped with simple circular knobs. The reverse side of each jar displays a relief design of flowers and leaves. No factory marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on the exterior, interior, or underside of either piece.
Lot: 50 - American Boston Baked Beans Lidded Stoneware Crock
A lidded stoneware bean pot featuring a bulbous body and a single applied D-shaped handle. The piece is accompanied by a matching domed lid with a central knob. The front of the crock displays molded relief lettering that reads BOSTON BAKED BEANS in a decorative font, while the reverse features a molded relief motif of a bean plant with pods and leaves. The piece is finished in a uniform dark chocolate-brown glossy glaze on both the interior and exterior surfaces. On the underside of the base, there are faint impressed characters, including a visible numeral 4, likely indicating capacity. Other characters are obscured by the glaze application. Capacity: approximately 4 quarts.
Lot: 51 - Glazed Earthenware Bamboo & Botanical Jardiniere
A large, globular glazed earthenware jardiniere featuring a high-relief molded botanical design. The exterior body is divided into panels by vertical stalks of bamboo that also form the rim and base details. Within these panels are raised floral blossoms, foliage, and fruit clusters, possibly representing pomegranates or peaches. The piece is finished in a uniform cream-colored high-gloss glaze. The underside features an unglazed foot rim showing a buff-colored clay body. The base is incised with the numbers 1126/27 and a separate incised number 3. No maker's name or trademark is present. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 52 - Hand-Appliqued & Quilted Apple Motif Quilt Top
A hand-pieced fabric panel or quilt top featuring six rectangular white cotton blocks. Each block contains a centrally applied apple motif rendered in alternating red and burgundy checkered fabrics. The apples are finished with green and black checkered fabric leaves and stems. The blocks are joined by a coordinating green and black checkered sashing. Hand-quilted running stitches are visible along the sashing and borders. The apple appliqu�s are finished with a machine-worked overcast edge stitch. The reverse side shows the hand-quilting stitches and the construction of the sashing. No maker's marks, labels, or signatures are present.
Lot: 53 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records, 1880
A group of volumes from the monumental historical series titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. This selection includes multiple volumes from Series I, containing Volumes I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, and Volume X, which is divided into Part I: Reports and Part II: Correspondence, Etc. Published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., this series serves as the definitive primary source collection for military records of the American Civil War. The volumes are bound in the publisher's original cloth with gilt-stamped titles and volume designations on the spines. Most volumes feature a dark charcoal cloth binding, while Volume VI is bound in a contrasting light tan cloth. The internal pages consist of transcribed official military correspondence, operational reports, and orders. An example on page 191 of Volume I features correspondence from Major Robert Anderson at Fort Sumter to Adjutant-General S. Cooper, dated March 6, 1861. Each volume measures approximately 9.5 x 6.25 inches.
Lot: 54 - The Torsion Balance Co. Style 2-76 Precision Scale
An antique precision torsion balance scale manufactured by The Torsion Balance Company of New York. The unit is housed in a rectangular hardwood case featuring a hinged lid with an inset glass viewing window. The top working surface is composed of polished black glass with a centrally located circular aperture revealing a vertical needle indicator and a graduated scale for precision measurement. A brass manufacturer label is affixed to the front of the case and provides the following information: THE TORSION BALANCE CO. NEW YORK / STYLE 2-76 No. B 72352 / CAPACITY 4 OZ CLASS A / MADE IN U.S.A. / APPROVED TYPE PENNA SERIES NO J. The scale is accompanied by a set of four pans, consisting of two shallow brass pans with circular finger tabs and two smaller, deeper silver-toned metal pans. A knurled metal adjustment knob is located at the center base of the front panel, flanked by leveling screws. This type of balance was standard equipment in pharmacies and laboratories for highly accurate measurements.
Lot: 55 - Vtg Single Spindle Cast Metal Milkshake Mixer
This vintage single-spindle drink mixer, in the style of the Hamilton Beach Model 30, features a swan-neck stand made of painted cast metal in a seafoam green finish. The motor is encased in a rounded, chrome-plated housing characterized by vertical cooling vents on both the top and bottom. A single stainless steel spindle is fitted with three agitator disks. The unit is accompanied by one tapered stainless steel mixing cup. A black power cord is attached at the base. No identifying manufacturer marks or labels are visible in the images.
Lot: 56 - Sportsman 3052 D Cast Iron Oval Fish Fryer Pan
This is a vintage cast iron oval roasting pan or fish fryer, identified by the pattern number 3052 D. Based on visual characteristics and the specific marking configuration, this item is attributed to the Birmingham Stove and Range (BSR) company as part of their Sportsman series. The pan features a shallow oval form with a flat interior cooking surface and two integral loop handles at the opposing ends. The underside of the vessel is incised with a single letter D positioned above the four-digit pattern number 3052. The piece is constructed from heavy-gauge cast iron designed for even heat distribution.
Lot: 57 - Pair Hubley Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Bookends
A pair of vintage cast iron bookends produced by the Hubley Manufacturing Company, modeled as standing Scottish Terriers. Each bookend features a Scottie dog in profile on a stepped rectangular base. The pieces show a textured cast surface intended to simulate canine fur. One piece retains remnants of a worn metallic gold or bronze finish on its face, while the other displays a more heavily oxidized, dark surface. The back of the base is embossed with the letters COPR followed by a circular mark containing a triangle, a known hallmark of Hubley. The reverse sides of the figures are unfinished and flat.
Lot: 58 - Pair Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Cast Iron Bookends
This pair of cast iron bookends is decorated in high relief with a portrait of the American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Longfellow is rendered in a classical style, wearing draped robes and holding a quill pen over an integrated inkwell motif. Below the bust, a raised plaque is inscribed with the name HENRY W. LONGFELLOW. The background and reverse of the bookends feature a uniform pebbled texture. The metal has a dark, aged patina with remnants of a bronze-toned finish. These items are characteristic of early 20th-century American library accessories, typically dating from the 1920s to the 1940s.
Lot: 59 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records, GPO
A collection of multiple volumes from the primary source series titled War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. The volumes are bound in the publisher's dark cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. This set includes various components of Series I, documenting military operations and correspondence. Visible volumes include Vol. XX (Stone's River), Vol. XXXVIII Parts I, II, III, IV, and V (Atlanta Campaign), Vol. XLII Parts I, II, and III (Richmond Campaign and Fort Fisher), and Vol. XLVII. The books are octavo in size and were published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. The spines provide detailed information on the operations covered, including specific dates and serial numbers such as 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 87, and 89. Internal pages contain detailed military reports, such as those for the Richmond Campaign in late 1864, featuring accounts from various brigades and divisions regarding picket duty and engagements like the Battle of Reams' Station. Size: Octavo (approx. 9 inches tall).
Lot: 60 - Vtg Premier Brand Santa Clara Prunes Wooden Crate
A vintage rectangular wooden shipping crate for Premier Brand food products. The crate is constructed from softwood panels joined with nails. It was originally used for the distribution of Santa Clara prunes by Francis H. Leggett and Co., a wholesale grocery firm based in New York. The side panel features stenciled black graphics with the word Premier in stylized script above the words FOOD PRODUCTS in block capitals. One end panel contains detailed product and distributor information, including FRANCIS H. LEGGETT and CO. NEW YORK U.S.A. DISTRIBUTORS, 40-50 PRUNES, SANTA CLARA, SELECTED, and weight specifications of 28 LBS. GROSS and 25 LBS. NET. The Premier Brand logo with a registration mark is also visible on this panel. The interior of the crate is unfinished wood showing natural grain and staining.
Lot: 61 - Dietz Monarch Tubular Kerosene Lantern w/ Globe
This antique Dietz Monarch tubular kerosene lantern features a metal frame with a dark, oxidized finish and a clear glass globe. The glass globe is embossed with the manufacturer's mark DIETZ within an oval, followed by FITALL and NEW YORK U.S.A. below. The word MONARCH is embossed on the upper shoulder of the fuel fount base. The lantern is constructed with two vertical side tubes that connect the fount to the chimney, forming a classic cold-blast design. A protective wire cage surrounds the globe. The base includes a fuel filler cap and a wick adjustment knob. The burner assembly appears to be present within the globe.
Lot: 62 - Galvanized Steel Watering Can w/ Brass Rose & Wood
A vintage utilitarian watering can constructed from galvanized steel with a cylindrical body. The item features a dual-handle design, consisting of a fixed vertical handle at the rear and a pivoting top bail handle equipped with a contoured, turned wooden grip. The tapered spout is fitted with a circular sprinkler head, or rose, characterized by a prominent green-blue verdigris patina, suggesting a brass or copper composition. The rose is designed to be detachable from the spout. The body is reinforced with horizontal concentric ridges. No manufacturer stamps, maker's marks, or patent dates are visible on the body, handles, or base. A small yellow rectangular adhesive label is affixed to the upper shoulder of the can.
Lot: 63 - Vtg Molded Copper Flying Goose Weathervane
A folk-style weather vane featuring a hollow-bodied topper in the form of a flying goose. The goose is constructed from two sheets of molded copper joined at the seams. The topper is mounted on a central vertical metal rod that includes a spherical spacer and a cross-arm set of cast metal directional indicators for North, South, East, and West. The directionals are designed with a classic serif typeface. Materials used in the construction include a copper topper, likely brass or bronze for the cast directional arms and spacer, and a wrought iron or steel mounting rod. A pink adhesive label marked with the number 63 is attached to the neck of the goose, and a white paper tag is tied to the directional assembly. No maker marks, signatures, or factory stamps are visible on the metal components.
Lot: 64 - American Primitive Blue Painted Pine Bucket Bench
This is an American primitive blue painted bucket bench or crock shelf constructed from softwood, likely pine, using simple nailed-board joinery. The unit features two fixed tiers of storage. The upper tier includes an integrated backboard and angled side guards, while the lower shelf is open-fronted. The entire structure is supported by two solid vertical board sides that serve as the base. The surfaces are finished in a distressed blue paint that shows significant weathering, revealing the underlying wood grain and a well-aged patina. A metal staple or bent nail reinforcement is located on the right side of the upper shelf. A small circular pink adhesive label on the interior backboard contains the handwritten characters 64 in black ink, representing a contemporary inventory or auction lot number. No maker marks, signatures, or brandings are present.
Lot: 65 - Painted Wood Apothecary Pigeonhole Organizer
This rustic industrial-style storage unit features eighteen fixed square compartments arranged in a three-row by six-column grid. The piece is constructed from solid wood and is topped with a prominent, thick timber cap along the upper edge. The entire unit is finished in a heavily distressed white paint that reveals the wood grain and previous layers of finish beneath. The design is consistent with 20th-century industrial salvage, workshop organizers, or country apothecary cabinets. The reverse of the unit is fitted with two metal sawtooth hangers. No maker marks, labels, or stamps are visible on the piece.
Lot: 66 - Louis XVI Style Gilt-Composition Trumeau Mirror
This is a tall, narrow trumeau-style wall mirror, often referred to as a pier mirror, featuring a two-part decorative design. The frame is constructed of gilded composition material over a wooden base, exhibiting an ornate style with a central rocaille shell and acanthus leaf crest. The vertical stiles are decorated with scrolling foliate and floral motifs in relief, finished with an antiqued gold-toned patina. The top section contains a reproduction color print under glass, depicting a portrait of a young woman in 18th-century style attire holding a bouquet of flowers. The lower portion contains a rectangular mirror plate. The reverse is finished with black paper and is fitted with a wire for wall hanging. A small rectangular maker's or retailer's label is present on the lower back, though the text is not clearly legible. No measurements provided.
Lot: 67 - Continental School, 18/19th C., Allegory Fig., O/C
This oil on canvas painting depicts a figure in profile, possibly representing a biblical or allegorical subject. The figure is rendered with a headwrap and a raised arm gesturing upward against a dark, somber background. The work utilizes a palette dominated by deep reds and earthy browns, executed with heavy chiaroscuro typical of the Baroque style. The painting is presented on a stretched canvas support. The verso reveals a simple wooden stretcher with oxidized nails and no discernible labels, marks, or inscriptions. The work is housed in an ornate gilded composition-over-wood frame featuring scrolling foliate and shell motifs in the Rococo taste. No signature or date is visible on the front or the back.
Lot: 68 - Early 20th C. Hygeia Nursing Bottle Advertisement
A framed vintage paper advertisement for the Hygeia Nursing Bottle Company of Buffalo, New York. The advertisement features a central black and white photograph of a smiling infant, flanked by illustrations of an Open Mouthed Hygeia bottle and a traditional narrow-neck bottle marked with a black X. Printed text highlights the sanitary advantages of the wide-mouth design to prevent the accumulation of germs. The copy includes the statement that the bottle was first made by a physician to save his own child. The advertisement is housed in an ornate wooden frame with a light finish and decorative molding under glass. The reverse is finished with a dark cardboard backing secured by small nails and features a sawtooth metal hanger. An embossed mark of a three-pointed crown within an inverted triangle is visible on the upper center of the cardboard backing. The advertisement lists the company address as 120 Main Street, Buffalo, N.Y.
Lot: 69 - Pennsylvania Railroad Stamped D-Handle Coal Shovel
A vintage square-point coal shovel featuring a heavy-gauge metal blade and a wooden shaft. The handle is a carved D-grip style and is stamped with the initials PRR, identifying it as equipment from the Pennsylvania Railroad. The shovel is constructed with a long-strap metal socket that is riveted to the wooden shaft. This tool was a standard implement for locomotive firemen and railway maintenance workers during the early to mid-20th century.
Lot: 70 - Ashcroft Type 1038 Railroad Air Brake Duplex Gauge
This is an Ashcroft Type 1038 duplex air brake pressure gauge designed for railroad use. The instrument features a metal dial face set within a heavy metal case and secured by a wide brass bezel. The dial contains a non-linear scale with numerical markings from 10 to 200. Central text on the dial reads AIR BRAKE, with smaller text identifying the functions of the two indicators as RED HAND - MAIN RES. and BLACK HAND - EQ'L'G. RES. The manufacturer's shield-shaped logo is located at the bottom center, marked 1850 ASHCROFT U.S.A., with TYPE 1038 printed directly above. The base of the dial is marked PATENT DATES INSIDE. The unit includes two separate threaded pressure inlets at the bottom. The rear of the case features a wide mounting flange with three pre-drilled holes for installation. A modern pink adhesive label with the hand-written number 70 is attached to the glass.
Lot: 71 - Set 5 Industrial Scalloped Cast Metal Sconce Bases
A set of five vintage wall-mounted light fixture bases, likely originally utilized as theater aisle lights or decorative industrial sconces. Each unit is constructed from cast metal and features a distinctive flared backplate with a scalloped, ruffled edge, reflecting early to mid-20th-century industrial or Art Deco styling. The form tapers from the decorative base into a socket housing positioned at an angle. The housings are equipped with internal threading for a light socket and three threaded holes around the rim designed for set screws to secure a glass shade. The mounting arm of each base includes a single pre-drilled hole for installation.
Lot: 72 - Vtg Westinghouse Brown Porc. 30A 2500V Fuse Cutout
This is a vintage industrial primary fuse cutout manufactured by Westinghouse, specifically used as an electrical insulator block for high-voltage power lines. The item is made of heavy brown glazed porcelain. It features multiple embossed markings: a curved banner at the center reads WESTINGHOUSE, with the identifier S 11490 D directly beneath it. A rectangular frame at the bottom of the front face specifies 30 AMP. 2500 VOLTS. The component has a bulbous dome top and a wide, rounded base with two lateral openings for electrical wiring. The interior is hollow and shows the mounting points where internal metal fuse components would have been installed.
Lot: 73 - Hemingray & Brookfield Glass & Ceramic Insulators
This collection consists of several vintage electrical insulators manufactured from molded glass and glazed ceramic. The group features a variety of forms and colors, including aqua, light blue, dark green, dark blue, brown, and white. Identifiable pieces include a dark green glass insulator marked Hemingray, an aqua glass double-petticoat style insulator embossed Brookfield New York and Petticoat, and a light blue glass beehive-style insulator embossed W. Brookfield. The ceramic components include a brown glazed saddle-top insulator marked Lapp over 6192 with a stylized logo, and two white glazed insulators embossed Thomas on the top domes. One dark blue glazed ceramic insulator is also included. All items are designed with threaded interiors for pin mounting.
Lot: 74 - Mid-C. Iroquois Polychrome Chalkware Chief Bust
A vintage painted chalkware bust depicting a Native American male figure in a traditional-style feathered headdress. The headdress is decorated in shades of red, green, and yellow. The figure wears a necklace featuring a central circular medallion and claw-like pendants, along with a green sash across the chest containing a molded arrow motif. The figure is shown clutching a dark cylindrical object. The front of the base is incised with the word IROQUOIS, identifying the intended subject. The item is constructed from cast plaster with a painted finish, typical of novelty figurines and carnival prizes produced in the United States during the mid-20th century. A small green sticker with the handwritten number 74 is located on the chest.
Lot: 75 - Coiled Vegetal Fiber Lidded Geometric Basket
A round lidded basket constructed from natural vegetal fibers, such as split cedar bark and dyed grasses, utilizing a tight coiled weaving technique. The exterior of the base and the lid are decorated with a rhythmic geometric pattern of alternating light and dark brown vertical blocks. The conforming lid is slightly domed and features a small central braided fiber loop handle. The interior of the base contains a yellow adhesive tag with the handwritten number 75 in black ink. The construction methods and decorative style are consistent with the indigenous basketry traditions of the Pacific Northwest or Plateau regions of North America.
Lot: 76 - Two Southwestern Indigenous Hand-Coiled Baskets
Two hand-coiled baskets composed of natural plant fibers, attributed to the Southwestern United States Indigenous traditions, such as the Navajo (Din�). The collection includes a shallow tray and a smaller bowl. The tray features a central medallion with concentric rings of green and reddish-brown fibers, bordered by a band of stepped geometric motifs and a dark-wrapped rim. The bowl-shaped basket displays a radial geometric pattern in dark and reddish-brown fibers against a light natural ground. An orange inventory tag marked with the number 76 is affixed to the interior of the bowl.
Lot: 77 - Late 19th C. Steam Locomotive 974 Photo w/ Crew
This vintage photograph, likely an albumen print or a sepia-toned silver gelatin print from the late 19th century, depicts a large steam locomotive identified as engine No. 974. The image features a group of nine railroad workers, including engineers and firemen, posing in front of and on the locomotive. The men are dressed in period industrial workwear, including denim overalls, heavy vests, and various caps, with the figure on the far left wearing a bowler hat. The locomotive exhibits characteristic features of the era, including a large funnel-shaped smokestack, a prominent headlight, and two domes on the boiler. The engine number 974 is clearly visible on the front headlight casing, the side of the sand dome, and the side of the cab. The print is housed in a contemporary period wooden frame featuring a dark, faux-tortoiseshell or grain-painted finish with a thin gilded inner lip. The photograph is set behind a cream-colored mat which bears a green inventory sticker marked 77 in the upper left corner. The reverse side reveals a traditional wooden plank backing secured with nails and a simple wire for hanging.
Lot: 78 - An Assortment of Edwardian Era French Ivory and Pearloid Celluloid Vanity Items and Picture Frames Including Tubulor
A collection of early 20th-century vanity and decorative objects crafted from grained and pearlescent celluloid, materials often referred to as French Ivory or Ivoride. This group consists of multiple easel-back picture frames, a hand mirror, and a rectangular vanity tray. One frame with a pointed-arch top features a stamped maker mark on the reverse for TUBULOR, consisting of the name within a diamond-shaped border. The hand mirror is set with an oval beveled glass plate and is decorated on the reverse with a large engraved Gothic-style monogram B. The frames contain original period photographs including a woman in a large feathered hat with an infant, a woman in Edwardian-era dress, and a child with a teddy bear. The vanity tray is designed with scalloped ends and amber-toned mottling along the edges. The construction utilizes molded celluloid with linear graining intended to simulate the appearance of natural ivory.
Lot: 79 - White Painted Bookcase w/ Wood Plank Back
This narrow wooden bookcase is finished in a heavily distressed white paint, characteristic of country rustic or shabby chic styling. The piece features a prominent, deep-molded crown and a simple plinth base. The interior is fitted with three fixed shelves, providing four levels of open storage. The back of the unit consists of vertical wood planks with a natural-toned stain, which are visible from both the front interior and the rear exterior. A fragmentary paper manufacturer label is present on the right exterior side, showing a blue field with a white P and the partial word Products. The construction is a single, non-modular unit.
Lot: 80 - Vtg Beaded, Tapestry & Enameled Mesh Evening Bags
This collection includes several vintage accessories featuring a variety of styles and materials common to mid-20th-century fashion. Included is a white enameled metal mesh clutch accented with a gold-tone buckle-style element on the front face and a top zipper closure with a silver-tone metal ball pull. Also present is a small hand-beaded pouch constructed with white seed beads, bronze-tone bead accents, and faux-pearl circular motifs, featuring a top metal zipper with a ball chain pull. The collection further includes a tapestry frame purse with a woven floral motif in red, green, and brown on a tan ground, featuring an ornate embossed dark metal frame with a double-ball kiss-lock clasp and an attached link-style metal chain handle. Completing the lot is a cream-colored beaded evening bag with stylized foliate patterns rendered in bugle beads against a seed-beaded ground, featuring a gold-tone metal frame with a kiss-lock closure and a gold-tone curb chain handle. No maker's marks or labels are visible on the interior or exterior of these items.
Lot: 81 - Set 12 Corelle by Corning Forever Yours Plates
A set of twelve Corelle by Corning plates in the Forever Yours pattern. The collection consists of six dinner plates and six salad or dessert plates. The items are manufactured from Vitrelle glass, which is a tempered glass laminate. Each piece features a cream-colored ground decorated with a transfer-printed border of pink hearts interspersed with blue-green floral sprigs and dots. The base of the plates features a printed backstamp stating: CORELLE By CORNING MICROWAVABLE NO BROILER OR STOVETOP USA. Small alphanumeric production codes, such as E, are also present on the underside. These items were manufactured in the United States during the late 20th century.
Lot: 82 - Trio Vtg Pyrex Primary Colors Nesting Mixing Bowls
This lot consists of a trio of vintage nesting mixing bowls manufactured by Pyrex as part of the Primary Colors series. The group includes three bowls of graduating sizes in yellow, green, and blue. These bowls are constructed from opaque opal glass, commonly known as milk glass, featuring a fired-on exterior color coating. The base of the yellow bowl displays an embossed circular maker mark containing the text MADE IN U.S.A. above a central PYREX logotype, with U. S. PAT. OFF. situated below.
Lot: 83 - Pair Pyrex 503 Butterprint & Olive Green Dishes
A pair of vintage mid-century modern rectangular glass refrigerator dishes manufactured by Pyrex, both in the 1.5-quart size and designated as model number 503. Each dish is constructed of white opal glass and features integrated tab handles. One dish features the Butterprint pattern, also known as the Amish or Farmer and Wife pattern, printed in a teal blue color. The decoration depicts a rural scene with a farming couple, cornstalks, a rooster, and wheat sheaves. The second dish features a fired-on solid olive green exterior finish with a white interior. The underside of each dish is embossed with the manufacturer mark reading 503 1 1/2 QT, TRADE MARK 22, PYREX (R), MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. Capacity: 1.5 Quarts each Length: 10.5 inches (including handles) Width: 7 inches Height: 3 inches.
Lot: 84 - Set Vtg Pyrex Spring Blossom Green Mixing Bowls
A set of vintage Pyrex ovenware in the Spring Blossom Green pattern, produced by Corning Glass Works in the United States. This collection is crafted from opaque white opal glass with a fired-on avocado green exterior finish featuring a stylized white floral pattern. The interiors are solid white. The group includes various sizes of standard round mixing bowls and a Cinderella style mixing bowl with dual integrated pour-spout handles. The base of the 2.5-quart bowl is embossed with the following marks: 403 2 1/2 qt - 2.5 l, PYREX, by CORNING, CORNING NY USA, BAKING AND MICROWAVE. The inclusion of metric units (liters) indicates a production date likely from the 1970s or later. Capacity: 2.5 liters (indicated on one bowl).
Lot: 85 - Vtg Pyrex Friendship Pattern Kitchenware Trio
This lot includes three pieces of vintage ovenware produced by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). The group features one rectangular 1.5-quart refrigerator dish, model 503, made of white opal glass with a solid yellow fired-on exterior color. The base of the dish is embossed with a circular mark containing the brand name, Ovenware, Made in U.S.A., and the model number 503. Also included are two clear tempered glass lids decorated with the Friendship pattern, which consists of stylized bird and floral motifs screen-printed in red, orange, and yellow. The larger round lid is marked 474-C on the handle, corresponding to a 1.5-quart round casserole dish. The smaller round lid is marked 623-C, designed for a 1-quart round casserole dish.
Lot: 86 - Two Pyrex Opal Glass Casserole Dishes in Snowflake and Town and Country Patterns
This lot features two Pyrex opal glass Cinderella casserole dishes. The smaller dish, model 473-B, displays the Snowflake pattern in yellow, consisting of large geometric snowflakes in dotted circles alternating with smaller star-burst and cross shapes. The base is embossed with the following marks: 473-B 1 QT., TRADE MARK, 10, PYREX, (R), and MADE IN U.S.A. The larger dish is decorated with the Town and Country pattern, which features a row of small, uniform star-shaped motifs in brown. This larger dish includes a clear glass lid with a handle embossed with 475-C 13. Both items were manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. Smaller bowl: 1 Quart capacity Larger bowl: 2.5 Quart capacity (based on 475 series lid).
Lot: 87 - Pair Vtg Fire-King Primrose Milk Glass Casseroles
This pair of vintage casserole dishes is manufactured by Fire-King, a brand of the Anchor Hocking Glass Corporation. The dishes are constructed from opaque white milk glass and feature the Primrose pattern, which consists of a horizontal band of pink and reddish-orange five-petal flowers with dark gray leaves and stems. Both dishes are designed with integrated tab handles. The set includes two clear, tempered glass lids with round knob handles. The base of the larger dish is embossed with the following mark: T.M. REG. FIRE-KING 13 MADE IN U.S.A. 1 1/2 QT. Capacity: 1.5 quart (larger dish).
Lot: 88 - A Trio of Pink Depression Glass Citrus Juicers
A collection of three transparent pink glass kitchen items dating from the Depression era. The set includes a measuring cup base with an exterior pattern of horizontal ribbing, a single D-shaped handle, and a pour spout; the rim is notched to hold a reamer lid. Accompanying this is a reamer lid with a central conical reamer, a wide rim with a pour spout, and a small tab handle. The third item is a self-contained one-piece citrus juicer featuring a shallow bowl with a central conical reamer, a D-shaped handle, and a pour spout. These items are characteristic of the functional glassware produced by American companies like Hazel Atlas or the Federal Glass Company during the 1930s. The pieces exhibit common manufacturing traits of the period, such as prominent mold seams and small air bubbles within the glass. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 89 - Federal Glass Amber Depression Glass Citrus Reamer
This vintage citrus reamer, also known as a juicer, is attributed to the Federal Glass Company and was produced during the Depression era. The piece is manufactured from pressed amber glass. It features a central ribbed cone for extraction, situated within a basin decorated with repeating groups of vertical ribs on both the interior and exterior walls. The design incorporates an integrated loop handle and a single pouring spout. No manufacturer marks were observed on the base or body.
Lot: 90 - A Pair of Jadeite Green Glass Citrus Reamers
A pair of opaque green pressed glass citrus juicers in the Jadeite style. The set consists of a juicer bowl and a matching handheld reamer. The bowl features a central ribbed reaming cone, a paneled exterior, a single pouring spout, and an integrated D-shaped handle. The handheld reamer is designed with a star-patterned tip, a paneled shoulder, and a smooth, rounded handle. Small raised pips are present at the base of the cone on the handheld reamer. These items are attributed to Mosser Glass based on visual consensus of the pattern and color, although no manufacturer marks are visible on the pieces.
Lot: 91 - Set 7 Ironwood Animal Figurines
This collection consists of seven hand-carved animal figurines rendered in desert ironwood (Olneya tesota). The pieces display a modernist aesthetic characterized by smooth, flowing silhouettes and a polished finish that emphasizes the naturally dark, dense grain of the wood. The group includes a howling coyote, a perched bird of prey, a roadrunner with an elongated tail and crest, a long-necked wading bird, and three duck decoys in graduated sizes. This style of wood carving is typical of the Sonoran Desert region of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, and is frequently attributed to Seri (Comcaac) artisans. No maker marks, artist signatures, or labels are present on any of the figures.
Lot: 92 - Vtg Jadeite Glass Citrus Juicer & Pitcher Set
This vintage two-piece citrus juicer set is attributed to the Jeannette Glass Company. It is crafted from opaque mint green pressed glass, a material commonly known as Jadeite or Jadite. The set consists of a footed pitcher base and a coordinating removable reamer top. The pitcher features a C-shaped handle, a pronounced pouring spout, and an embossed citrus fruit medallion on the side. The reamer insert fits onto the rim of the pitcher and is designed with deep vertical ridges and six curved drainage slots to separate seeds and pulp from the juice. No maker's marks or stamps are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces shown in the photographs. This item is characteristic of American-made kitchenware produced between the 1930s and 1950s.
Lot: 93 - Nemadji Pottery Marbled Swirl Earthenware Vase
This bulbous, squat ovoid-shaped earthenware vase was manufactured by Nemadji Pottery in Moose Lake, Minnesota. The vessel features a short, slightly tapered neck and a wide rim. The exterior is decorated with a signature cold-paint marbling technique, resulting in a unique, non-repeating pattern of forest green, burnt umber, ochre, and charcoal grey swirls against a matte, cream-colored ground. The interior remains unglazed, revealing the natural reddish-brown earthenware clay body typical of this producer. The base is stamped with an authentic factory mark in black ink, featuring a profile of a Native American head with U.S.A. printed below and NEMADJI POTTERY in a circular arrangement.
Lot: 94 - Uranium Glass Citrus Juicer & Measuring Cup Set
This set consists of a measuring cup base and a matching removable reamer top, crafted from uranium glass. Often referred to as Vaseline glass due to its yellow-green tint in natural light, the material exhibits a strong neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. The measuring cup features a vertically ribbed body and an angular, faceted handle characteristic of early 20th-century pressed glass. The reamer lid includes a multi-finned cone and a stepped rim designed to sit securely on the cup. Functional measurement markings are embossed into the glass on opposite sides of the cup. One side features increments for 1/4 CUP, 1/2 CUP, 3/4 CUP, and ONE CUP. The reverse side indicates fluid ounces with markings for 2 OZ., 3 OZ., 4 OZ., 5 OZ., 6 OZ., 7 OZ., and 8 OZ. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on either piece.
Lot: 95 - Pair Vtg American Jadeite & Uranium Glass Juicers
This lot comprises two vintage American pressed glass citrus reamers from the mid-20th century. The first is a two-piece assembly consisting of a dome-shaped reamer lid with drainage slits and a graduated measuring cup base. This set is crafted from jadeite glass, characterized by its opaque, milky green appearance. The measuring cup features a vertical columnar ribbed exterior and a squared-off handle with stepped detailing. Embossed measurement markings on the vessel wall indicate ONE CUP, 3/4 CUP, 1/2 CUP, and 1/4 CUP. While no maker's mark is present, this specific design is widely attributed to the Jeannette Glass Company. The second item is a one-piece hand juicer featuring a central swirl-ribbed reamer, a pouring spout, and a circular finger-loop handle. The glass is a translucent light green that fluoresces vivid neon green under ultraviolet light, confirming its composition as uranium glass. The lower bowl of the juicer is decorated with a faceted or scalloped pattern. This form is characteristic of Sunkist reamers frequently produced by the McKee Glass Company during the Depression era. No manufacturer marks are visible on either piece.
Lot: 96 - Attr. McKee Uranium Custard Glass Citrus Juicer
A vintage pressed-glass citrus juicer or lemon reamer, crafted from opaque yellow custard glass and attributed to the McKee Glass Company, circa 1930s. The piece features a deep bowl with a central, integrated conical reamer characterized by vertical ridges. The exterior of the bowl is decorated with a pattern of vertical facets topped with rounded arches. A single D-shaped handle is located on one side, with a corresponding pouring spout on the opposite side. This item is composed of uranium-bearing glass and exhibits a strong, vivid neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. No maker marks or logos were observed on the interior or exterior surfaces of the item.
Lot: 97 - 3 Green Depression & Uranium Glass Citrus Reamers
A trio of vintage pressed glass citrus reamers in varying shades of green. The set consists of three distinct forms characteristic of American Depression-era kitchenware. Two of the reamers exhibit a vibrant green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light, confirming their composition as uranium glass. The third reamer is made of a deeper green glass and displays a more localized, muted fluorescence. The largest reamer features a rounded body decorated with wide vertical flutes and includes a large loop handle and a deep pouring spout. The medium-sized reamer is distinguished by a molded geometric block or waffle pattern around the exterior rim and a short tab handle. The third reamer, in a darker forest green, features a flat tab handle and a base decorated with concentric molded rings surrounding the central fluted cone. All three pieces are manufactured using the pressed glass technique and feature integrated pouring spouts. No embossed manufacturer marks or signatures are present on the items. Each piece bears a small green adhesive inventory sticker with handwritten digits: 46 on the large reamer and 97 on the medium and small reamers.
Lot: 98 - Attr. Aladdin Jadeite Table & Clear Bracket Lamps
This lot features two antique non-electrified oil lamps, including a table lamp attributed to Aladdin and a clear glass bracket lamp. The first lamp consists of an opaque jadeite green glass font with a stepped, rounded profile characteristic of the Aladdin Mantle Lamp Company. It is fitted with a perforated brass gallery burner and a matching brass filler cap. The second lamp is a wall-mountable bracket lamp featuring a clear, ribbed glass reservoir held in a black-painted metal frame with a keyhole mounting plate and a curved handle. This lamp is topped with a brass burner designed with four chimney-securing clips. Both pieces are original kerosene lamps and have not been converted to electricity.
Lot: 99 - Grimwades Winton Mecca Foot Warmer Ivory Ware
This is a ceramic foot warmer produced by Grimwades Ltd. under the Winton brand, titled The Mecca Foot Warmer. Crafted from English Ivory Ware earthenware, the vessel features a flattened oval form designed with no sharp corners for comfort during use. The design includes two circular finger-hole handles at the shoulders and a short neck with its original knurled ceramic screw-top stopper. The body is decorated with a Chinoiserie-inspired polychrome design over a dense black transfer-printed background of fine trailing vines. The decoration depicts two exotic birds�one in flight and one perched�amidst large pink peonies and smaller orange and yellow blossoms. The base is marked with a comprehensive black transfer backstamp: THE MECCA FOOT WARMER / MADE IN FINEST ENGLISH IVORY WARE / REG NO 571373 / GRIMWADES / [crown and globe logo] / WINTON / STOKE-ON-TRENT / ENGLAND. Additional text on the base reads NO SHARP CORNERS and CAN BE USED AS A WARMING [unclear]. The registered design number 571373 indicates the design originated circa 1910. Approximate Height: 10 - 12 inches.
Lot: 100 - Sarreguemines Art Nouveau Flambe Earthenware Vase
An Art Nouveau earthenware vase manufactured by the Sarreguemines factory. The vessel is designed with an organic, waisted form featuring vertical ribbing that flares into a tri-lobed, undulating rim. The exterior is finished in a high-gloss, multi-colored flamb� drip glaze with a palette of deep burgundy, aubergine, dark forest green, and bright turquoise. The interior of the vessel is finished in a contrasting solid turquoise glaze. The base of the vase features several impressed marks including the factory name SARREGUEMINES, the letter L, the mold number 3248, the number 221, and a small circular cipher mark.
Lot: 101 - 2 Chinese Porc. Famille Verte & Famille Rose Vases
This lot includes two Chinese porcelain vases of differing styles and periods. The first is a crackle-glaze porcelain vase decorated in famille verte enamels. The body depicts a martial scene with figures on horseback and a warrior on foot brandishing a sword, set against a cream-colored ge-type crackle glaze. It features dark iron-washed, unglazed bands around the rim and foot, and applied molded bronzed chilong motifs on the shoulders and neck. The base contains a recessed, dark-washed square with four incised Chinese characters. The mark is transcribed as Cheng Hua Nian Zhi, an apocryphal mark of the Chenghua reign, characteristic of late 19th-century to early 20th-century Nankin crackle-ware. The second item is a porcelain vase with a turquoise-blue ground decorated in famille rose enamels. It features quatrefoil cartouches against a pink ground, each containing a phoenix and peony blossoms, surrounded by scattered floral sprays on the turquoise field. The vase includes applied pink dragons on the shoulders and molded handles on the neck, with a ruyi-head border at the rim and a lappet border at the base. The base bears a red stamped seal mark transcribed as Zhong Guo Zhi Zao, which translates to Made in China, identifying it as a 20th-century export piece.
Lot: 102 - Modern Greek Style Black-Figure Pottery Vase Depicting Achilles and Patroclus
A modern decorative earthenware vase produced in the style of ancient Greek black-figure pottery. The vessel features an ovoid body with a wide mouth, a short flared neck, and a narrow stepped foot. The central frieze is hand-painted on a yellow-ochre ground, depicting the mythological scene of Achilles tending to the wounded Patroclus. This composition is a reproduction of the famous 5th-century BC Attic kylix by the Sosias Painter. Achilles is shown on the right wearing a red-crested helmet and armor, applying a bandage to the arm of the seated Patroclus. The reverse of the vase is decorated with a large, stylized black palmette and scroll motif. A Greek key meander border encircles the lower portion of the body. The neck, rim, and foot are finished in a glossy black glaze. The interior of the vase shows prominent throwing rings from the manufacturing process. No maker marks or factory stamps are visible. A small yellow lot sticker marked 102 is present on the shoulder.
Lot: 103 - Chinese Green Ground Cloisonne Floral Vase, c.1900
A Chinese cloisonne enamel vase featuring a tapering cylindrical body with a rounded shoulder, a waisted flared neck, and a spreading circular foot. The vessel is constructed of a brass base with wirework cloisons filled with polychrome enamels. The decoration consists of a vibrant green ground decorated with an interlocking wan fret pattern. The primary motifs include large, stylized floral blossoms, such as peonies and lotuses, rendered in shades of blue, pink, red, and white with multi-toned leaves. The neck displays a similar green ground with scrolled foliate patterns and a central blossom. The sections are separated by decorative bands, including ruyi-head borders in blue and red. The lower section of the body features a border of stylized lappets in black and blue enamel. The flared foot is decorated with a turquoise fish-roe or scale pattern. No maker marks or reign marks are visible on the exterior or the base.
Lot: 104 - Vtg Machine-Made & Uranium Glass Marbles
This lot comprises an uncounted collection of machine-made glass marbles in various sizes, ranging from standard players to larger shooters. The assortment features a diverse array of 20th-century styles and patterns, including multi-colored swirls, cat's eyes, solid opaques, and translucent varieties. A notable portion of the collection exhibits strong green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The marbles are presented in an open cardboard box. There are no visible manufacturer marks on the glass pieces, and the text on a small yellow label at the bottom of the box is not clearly legible.
Lot: 105 - Collection of Vtg UV Fluorescent Marbles
This lot comprises a diverse assortment of vintage marbles in various styles, colors, and sizes. Included are numerous standard-sized marbles and several larger shooter examples, such as a translucent amber-brown shooter. The collection features a wide range of patterns including cat's eyes, swirls, solid opaques, speckled designs, and transparent examples. One specific opaque green marble is marked with a white number 6 or 9 within a circle. A significant feature of this lot is the presence of multiple marbles that exhibit a vivid green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The items are housed in a cardboard box which bears a yellow adhesive label marked 105. The marbles are constructed of glass.
Lot: 106 - WWII Era Black & White Photographs & Snapshots
An assortment of vintage black and white silver gelatin photographs and snapshots dating from the World War II era. The collection features a wide variety of subject matter including military personnel in Allied uniforms, armored vehicles, and aircraft. Notable imagery includes two American soldiers holding a newspaper with the headline HITLER DEAD. Other photographs depict European landscapes, river scenes with paddle steamers, and architectural landmarks including castles and historic city centers. The photographs vary in size and format, with some featuring decorative deckled edges typical of the mid-20th century. Personnel are shown in various settings including group portraits, candid field snapshots, and formal poses.
Lot: 107 - WWII Europe Silver Gelatin Photographs & Postcards
An assortment of vintage silver gelatin prints and postcard-format photographs documenting World War II-era Europe. The collection includes numerous views of Paris landmarks, most notably the Eiffel Tower, alongside street scenes and architectural ruins. Several images depict military personnel in uniform, including candid portraits and group shots. Many prints feature characteristic deckle-edge borders and small, printed laboratory or catalog numbers in the margins, such as 8, 9, 12, and 17, resembling the series produced by French publisher Yvon. The photographs vary in composition, from professional-style travel views to amateur snapshots.
Lot: 108 - 1960s Monkees & Man from U.N.C.L.E. Trading Cards
This collection consists of vintage non-sport trading cards from the mid-1960s, primarily featuring television programs and personalities. A significant portion of the lot includes cards from the 1967 The Monkees set, which bear the copyright line 1967 Raybert Prod. Inc. TM of Screen Gems, Inc. and include the instructional text Collect All 44 Cards. Specific identified cards from this series include number 10A (group shot), number 14A (the Monkeemobile), and number 30A (Peter Tork). The collection also contains numerous cards from The Man from U.N.C.L.E. series, featuring actors Robert Vaughn as Napoleon Solo and David McCallum as Illya Kuryakin. Several of these cards feature printed facsimile signatures for Robert Vaughn. Also present are action-oriented cards likely from the same television sets, including a photographic card of a diver and a shark. The cards are printed on standard period cardstock and include both color and black-and-white photographic stills.
Lot: 109 - Russo-Japanese War & Asian Military Stereoviews
This collection of vintage stereoview cards documents military activities and conflict in East Asia during the early 20th century, specifically the Russo-Japanese War and the Boxer Rebellion. The set comprises a mix of photographic processes, including silver gelatin prints and color lithographic views, mounted on standard cardboard stereoview mounts of dark gray, tan, and green. Several cards feature the curved-mount design characteristic of the early 1900s. Visible publishers and series include Underwood & Underwood, Keystone View Company, T. W. Ingersoll, B. W. Kilburn, James M. Davis, and the Royal Series. Copyright dates visible on the mounts range from 1901 to 1905. Featured subjects include a group of Japanese Army Telegraphers (No. 85), the Russian battleship Petropavlovsk, Allied Forces in camp at the Port of Tang-Ku, China, and views of fortified heights and docks at Port Arthur, Manchuria. Captions and publisher information are printed on the margins of the mounts.
Lot: 110 - A Trio of Late 19th-Century Tintype Portraits
A trio of antique tintypes (ferrotypes) featuring various subjects from the late 19th century. The collection includes a large-format bust-length portrait of a man with a full beard wearing a jacket and vest; a seated studio portrait of a young boy dressed in a three-piece suit holding a cane; and a smaller full-length group portrait of a man, woman, and infant posed before a painted studio backdrop with a decorative wicker stand. The images are produced on dark lacquered iron plates. The reverse of the mid-sized plate features a small pink sticker with the handwritten number 110. The largest plate retains adhesive tape remnants on the verso. A small hole is punched through the lower right corner of the smallest plate.
Lot: 111 - 19th C. Tintype Studio Portraits
This collection features several original 19th-century tintypes, also known as ferrotypes, depicting a variety of Victorian-era sitters. The portraits are formal studio compositions and include individual men and women, a baby in a lace gown, couples, and small family groups. One full-length portrait of a woman is set against a painted landscape studio backdrop. The images are produced on thin iron plates and are unmounted and unframed. Several plates have clipped corners, which was a common practice for fitting the photographs into period albums or cases. There are no visible signatures, studio stamps, or inscriptions on the surfaces or reverse sides of the plates.
Lot: 112 - Gilman, The Mess Kit, Volume II: Camp Knox, 1923
This is a 1923 military yearbook, Volume II of The Mess Kit, documenting the Citizens' Military Training Camp (CMTC) at Camp Knox, Kentucky, within the Fifth Corps Area. The work was prepared by the men of the camp under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Major Edgar Dow Gilman, Engr., ORC, and published by the Military Training Camps Association of the United States in Chicago. This quarto-sized hardcover volume is bound in dark blue cloth-covered boards with gold-stamped lettering and a central gilt seal for the National Citizens' Military Training Camps. Internally, the book contains numerous black-and-white photographic plates, camp rosters, and humorous cartoons signed by Teter. It features a dedicated memorial frontispiece to President Warren G. Harding. The text includes first-person accounts such as My Experience as a K.P. by J. J. Burke and Crumbs by Robert W. Shobe.
Lot: 113 - Hitler, Mein Kampf, Annotated Edition, 1939
This octavo volume is the 1939 Reynal & Hitchcock edition of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf. It is described on the title page as the complete and unabridged version, fully annotated by a committee of ten editorial sponsors including John Chamberlain, Sidney B. Fay, and John Gunther. The book is bound in the publisher's original red cloth with stamped titles on the spine. The spine includes the words UNEXPURGATED at the top and ANNOTATED below the author's name. The internal text features extensive scholarly annotations separated from the primary text by horizontal lines. This edition was produced as a critical response to the text, with the sponsors providing historical context and corrections. Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.75 inches.
Lot: 114 - Robert A. Reid, The Blue Book: PPIE Souvenir, 1915
This oblong quarto publication is titled The Blue Book: A Comprehensive Official Souvenir View Book Illustrating the Panama-Pacific International Exposition at San Francisco 1915. Published in 1915 by Robert A. Reid, the work serves as an official photographic record of the world's fair. The volume is bound in the publisher's blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the front board and spine. The spine features a decorative graphic depicting the Tower of Jewels. The interior is composed of monochrome halftone photographic plates documenting the architecture, grounds, and exhibits of the exposition. Visible internal pages include portraits of The Woman's Board, featuring Mrs. Phoebe A. Hearst, Mrs. F. G. Sanborn, and Mrs. Gaillard Stoney, as well as photographic documentation of industrial exhibits such as the Union Oil Company of California. The book includes a title page, an introduction, and numerous captioned views of the Palaces, Courts, and State Buildings.
Lot: 115 - S. Myers, History of West Virginia, 1915, 2 Vols
This two-volume set, titled Myers' History of West Virginia, was authored by Sylvester Myers and published in 1915. The work is bound in the publisher's burgundy cloth with gold-stamped titles on the front covers. The title page of Volume I specifies the work is complete in two volumes. Volume II includes a prefatory note addressed to the public, signed by S. Myers and dated August 1st, 1915, from New Martinsville, West Virginia. This note explains that the inclusion of additional historical matter necessitated the division of the work into two volumes. The text covers regional history and social customs, including descriptions of pioneer life and community traditions. The volumes are roughly octavo in size. A pink circular sticker with the number 115 is adhered to the upper right corner of the front cover of Volume II.
Lot: 116 - 3 William McKinley Commemorative Biographies, 1901
A trio of contemporary hardcover volumes concerning the life and death of U.S. President William McKinley, published in the immediate aftermath of his assassination in 1901. The first volume is the Memorial Edition of Complete Life of William McKinley and Story of His Assassination by Marshall Everett, bound in blue-green cloth with ornate gilt-stamped scrolling decorations and a central inset oval portrait. This edition claims to contain every incident in the career of the president and is profusely illustrated with photographs, including the assassination scene. The second item is a salesman's prospectus for the Illustrious Life of William McKinley Our Martyred President by Murat Halstead. Bound in tan cloth with black and gold stamped decorations and a central portrait, it includes a Special Notice to Agents and the Public detailing the preparation of the full memorial volume. The third work is The Life of William McKinley: Soldier, Statesman and President by John W. Tyler, published by P. W. Ziegler and Co. of Philadelphia and Chicago. It includes an introduction by Honorable James Rankin Young and memorial tributes by prominent national figures. All three works are presented in quarto format with decorative cloth bindings characteristic of turn-of-the-century subscription publishing.
Lot: 117 - US War Dept, War of the Rebellion Official Records
An assortment of volumes from the extensive historical series titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States War Department through the Government Printing Office. These octavo volumes belong to Series I and contain primary source documentation, including military reports and correspondence from the American Civil War. Specific volumes present include components of Volume XXIV (Vicksburg Campaign), Volume XXXI (Knoxville Campaign), Volume XXXIX (Tupelo, Mobile Bay, and Allatoona), and Volume XL (Petersburg and Richmond). Each volume is bound in publisher's original dark brown or black cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. The spine text identifies the series, volume, part, and serial number, alongside a brief summary of the operations and dates covered. Visible serial numbers include 36, 37, 38, 54, 78, 79, 80, 81, and 82. The interior pages are printed on standard paper stock and feature official correspondence from high-ranking military officials such as Lieutenant-General U.S. Grant, Major-General Halleck, and Major-General Burbridge.
Lot: 118 - U.S. War Dept. War of Rebellion: Records, c. 1971
A collection of multiple volumes from the work titled The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. These volumes are from the 20th-century reprint edition published by the National Historical Society, as evidenced by the Franklin, Nashville, etc. imprint located at the base of the spines. The group consists of volumes from Series I, with visible volume and part numbers including Vol. XXXIII, Vol. XLV Part I (Reports), Vol. XLV Part II (Correspondence, etc.), Vol. XLIV, Vol. XLVI, and Vol. XXX Part IV (Correspondence). Each volume corresponds to specific serial numbers such as Serial No. 60, 93, 94, and 53. The books are bound in publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped titles and series information on the spines. The interior pages contain comprehensive transcriptions of primary source documents from the American Civil War, including reports and correspondence. An interior page displays correspondence from March 1864 involving Union officers in West Virginia.
Lot: 119 - Jenkins, Pennsylvania Colonial & Federal, 2 Vols
This lot comprises Volumes I and II of the historical survey Pennsylvania Colonial and Federal: A History 1608-1905, edited by Howard M. Jenkins. The set was published in 1905 (MCMV) by the Pennsylvania Historical Publishing Association, located at One Hundred and Forty North Fifteenth Street, Philadelphia. The books are bound in publisher's maroon textured cloth with gilt-stamped titles, the editor's name, and gold-ruled lines on the spines. Both volumes are large octavo in size. The title pages feature a centered Seal of Pennsylvania. Volume Two contains a frontispiece portrait facing the title page. This work provides a comprehensive chronological history of Pennsylvania from 1608 through 1905.
Lot: 120 - Godcharles, Pennsylvania: Political & Civil, 1933
A multi-volume set titled Pennsylvania: Political, Governmental, Military and Civil, authored by Frederic A. Godcharles, Litt. D., former State Librarian and Director Museum. This set was published by The American Historical Society, Inc., New York, circa 1933. The set includes volumes titled: Biographical Volume; Physical, Economic and Social Volume; Governmental Volume; Political and Civil History Volume; and Military Volume. The books are bound in the publisher's textured blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative horizontal bands on the spines. Each volume contains a frontispiece portrait with a simple black border framing the title page. The Biographical Volume features a frontispiece portrait of a man with a printed facsimile signature transcribed as Jno. McElhenny. The volumes provide a comprehensive historical and biographical survey of the state of Pennsylvania.
Lot: 121 - Horne, Great Men & Famous Women, Selmar Hess, 1894
A set of volumes of the biographical work Great Men and Famous Women: A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History, edited by Charles F. Horne. This collection was published in New York by Selmar Hess and bears a copyright date of 1894. The quarto-sized volumes are bound in brown half-leather with textured boards. The front covers feature gilt-stamped titles and decorative floral ornaments. The spines are designed with five raised bands and ornate gold gilt-stamped motifs, including thistles and scrollwork. The work is organized into thematic sections: Soldiers and Sailors, Statesmen and Sages, Workmen and Heroes, and Artists and Authors. The title pages are printed with a decorative border and include a centered illustration of classical figures.
Lot: 121A - Washington Irving, Works, Kaaterskill Ed., c.1880s
A multi-volume set comprising the works of Washington Irving, published by Pollard & Moss of New York as The Kaaterskill Edition. The books are bound in the publisher's original brown decorative cloth with elaborate gilt and black stamped ornamentation on the front covers and spines. The front covers feature the author's name in stylized typography within a scrolled banner, set below a decorative band containing script inspired by the Nasrid motto found in the Alhambra. The spines are decorated with a gilt portrait medallion of Irving and list the specific titles included in each volume, such as The Sketch Book, Alhambra, Life of Columbus, Knickerbocker's New York, and Life of Mahomet. The set includes a prefatory biography titled Life of Washington Irving, authored by Richard Henry Stoddard. The text is printed in a double-column format.
Lot: 122 - Boyd Crumrine, History of Washington County, 1882
History of Washington County, Pennsylvania, with Biographical Sketches of Many of its Pioneers and Prominent Men. Edited by Boyd Crumrine and published in Philadelphia by L. H. Everts & Co. in 1882. The volume was printed by the Press of J. B. Lippincott & Co. This large-format quarto volume is bound in what appears to be original dark-maroon leather featuring ornate gilded borders and a central gilt title block on the front board. The work provides a comprehensive account of the county history, organized by township and borough, and includes extensive biographical records of local figures. It is illustrated with full-page lithographic plates, portraits, and scenes, including a view of Trinity Hall Boarding School for Boys.
Lot: 123 - Gibson, History of York County Pennsylvania, 1886
John Gibson, Historical Editor. History of York County Pennsylvania, From the Earliest Period to the Present Time. Chicago: F. A. Battey Publishing Co., 1886. This large quarto volume is bound in publisher's half-leather over brown pebble-grained cloth boards. The front cover and spine are decorated with elaborate gilt-stamped titles and ornate flourishes. The spine features five raised bands creating compartments decorated with gilt floral motifs. The text is divided into sections covering general, special, township, and borough histories, followed by an appended biographical department. The volume is illustrated with numerous plates, including oval-framed portraits of John L. Mayer and John Gardner Campbell with their facsimile signatures.
Lot: 124 - G.W.F. Hegel, Lectures on History of Phil, 3 Vols
A complete three-volume set of Hegel's Lectures on the History of Philosophy, translated from the German by E. S. Haldane and Frances H. Simson. This edition is a joint publication by Routledge and Kegan Paul of London and The Humanities Press of New York. The work is bound in publisher's cloth and includes the original tan paper dust jackets. Volume One credits E. S. Haldane as the translator, while Volumes Two and Three credit both Haldane and Frances H. Simson. Each title page features a publisher's device depicting a gatehouse. No publication date is present on the provided title pages. The spines of the dust jackets include the title, volume number, and the Humanities Press imprint at the base. The volumes are octavo-sized.
Lot: 125 - U.S. War Dept. War of the Rebellion Records c.1880
A collection of volumes from Series I of the historical publication The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Published by the Government Printing Office (GPO), these octavo-sized hardcovers are bound in dark publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped text on the spines. The collection covers various military operations from 1862 through 1864, specifically including reports and correspondence for Volume XIX (Antietam and South Mountain), Volume XX (Stone's River), Volume XXVI (Port Hudson), Volume XXIX (Bristoe and Mine Run), Volume XXXI (Knoxville and Missionary Ridge), and Volume XXXII (Meridian Expedition). The internal pages contain detailed military records, including reports from divisional commanders such as Brig. Gens. Jefferson C. Davis, John B. Turchin, and Richard W. Johnson. The spines identify the series, volume, part, and serial number, along with a summary of the campaigns contained within.
Lot: 126 - Shakespeare, Works, Half-Leather Set, c. 1901
This collection consists of multiple volumes of the works of William Shakespeare, bound in half-leather with red marbled paper boards. The spines feature four compartments with gilt-stamped floral decorations. The title and volume numbers are printed in gilt in the upper compartments, while the lower compartments list the specific plays contained within each volume. Visible volume numbers include II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, X, and XII, with one additional volume present that lacks its spine leather. The plays listed on the spines include Measure for Measure, Much Ado About Nothing, As You Like It, The Merchant of Venice, All's Well That Ends Well, Twelfth Night, Cymbeline, King John, Troilus and Cressida, Romeo and Juliet, Richard II, King Lear, Antony and Cleopatra, Othello, Henry IV Parts I and II, King Henry V, Henry VI Part I, Coriolanus, Henry VIII, and Macbeth, with Volume XII serving as an index. These volumes are small octavo (8vo) in size. A handwritten price tag on the spine of Volume XII identifies the set as being from 1901.
Lot: 127 - Crouse & Peters, Currier & Ives, 2 Vols, 1936-42
Two hardcover volumes concerning the history and lithographic works of Currier and Ives. The first volume is titled Mr. Currier and Mr. Ives: A Note on Their Lives and Times by Russel Crouse, published by the Garden City Publishing Company, Inc., Garden City, New York, 1936 (MCMXXXVI). This book is bound in tan publisher cloth with red decorative borders and titles on the front cover. It contains 32 illustrations in color and black and white, featuring a color frontispiece titled The Road - Winter. The second volume is Currier and Ives: Printmakers to the American People by Harry T. Peters, published by Doubleday, Doran and Co., Inc., Garden City, New York. This is a large-format quarto bound in beige boards with a grey ornamental border and a black title panel on the front cover inset with a color illustration of The Road - Winter. It includes numerous plates, including a color frontispiece of Home to Thanksgiving and thematic plates such as The Tree of Life and Mississippi River scenes. Both volumes feature pink auction stickers numbered 127 on the front covers.
Lot: 128 - Maritime Signal Lantern w/ Glass Fresnel Lens
An antique maritime signal lantern featuring a clear glass Fresnel lens and a metal body with a dark patina. The unit is designed for bulkhead or wall mounting, characterized by a flat rear panel and a hinged rectangular access door. The construction includes a tiered ventilation chimney with decorative club-shaped cutouts and a circular top ring handle for carrying or suspension. Additional matching ventilation cutouts are located along the lower rear base. An oval manufacturer's plaque is affixed to the upper shoulder, though the stamped text is worn and not clearly legible. The metal appears to be a copper or brass alloy, typical of marine hardware from the late 19th to early 20th century. Similar examples are frequently associated with American marine equipment manufacturers such as Perko or Wilcox Crittenden.
Lot: 129 - Harvard Oil & Gasoline Can, George Worthington Co
This vintage galvanized steel oil and gasoline dispenser was manufactured by the Schlueter Manufacturing Company of St. Louis, Missouri, as part of their DeLuxe line. It was produced as a private label item for The George Worthington Company of Cleveland, Ohio, under their The Harvard brand name. The cylindrical body features diagonal corrugated strengthening ribs and original red-painted bands at the upper and lower rims. The unit is equipped with a threaded metal screw cap on the domed top and a heavy-gauge wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip. A metal discharge spigot with a thumb-turn valve is integrated into the base. The front of the can retains a large, multi-colored paper lithograph label depicting a yellow banner against a red foliage background. The label identifies the contents and reads THE HARVARD MADE ESPECIALLY FOR THE GEORGE WORTHINGTON CO. CLEVELAND, OHIO. The underside of the can features an embossed circular manufacturer mark. Markings: The base is embossed with S C H L U E T E R M F G C O and S T. L O U I S around the perimeter, with D E L U X E over M A D E I N U . S . A . in the center. Height: approximately 14 inches Diameter: approximately 9 inches.
Lot: 130 - J.A. Harps Mfg. Co. Never-Fail Kerosene Pump Can
This antique liquid fuel dispenser was manufactured by the J.A. Harps Manufacturing Company of Greenfield, Ohio. Identified as The Never-Fail model, the piece consists of a cylindrical body constructed of galvanized steel. The top surface is fitted with a central plunger pump mechanism and a swivel-style curved discharge spout. A wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip is attached to the side ears. The front of the container retains its original multi-colored lithographed paper label. Transcribed text on the label includes 5 GALLONS, THE NEVER-FAIL, FOR KEROSENE, and J.A. HARPS MFG. CO. GREENFIELD, OHIO, U.S.A. The label also lists a patent date of May 9, 1893, alongside operational directions and a manufacturer guarantee. Two circular insignias read TESTED AND GUARANTEED.
Lot: 131 - Quaker State Green Shield 2-Gal. Motor Oil Can
This is a vintage rectangular two-gallon motor oil can for Green Shield Motor Oil. The lithographed tin container was manufactured by the Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation of Oil City, Pennsylvania. The front and back faces display a prominent green shield logo with GREEN SHIELD in bold lettering and MOTOR OIL positioned below. Above the shield, the can is marked 2 U.S. GALLONS NET. Along the base of the panels, the manufacturer name and location are printed. One side panel contains instructional text regarding the oil's lubrication properties and specifies it was MADE IN U.S.A. The top of the can features an integrated metal carrying handle and its original threaded metal screw cap. 11.5 inches H x 8.5 inches W x 5.5 inches D.
Lot: 132 - Vintage Allstate Regular Motor Oil 10-Quart Can
A vintage Allstate Regular Motor Oil 10-quart lithographed tin can, originally distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co. The front of the can features a three-color graphic design in red, white, and metallic gold. The Allstate brand name is displayed in white block letters within a red rectangle, positioned over a red outline map of the United States. Below this, the word REGULAR is printed in red. The lower half is divided into red and white panels with a large yellow oil droplet graphic in the center that features a graduated scale. The text on the front includes motor OIL and promotional copy stating gives... economical performance. reduces... friction, wear. along with the volume markings 10 U.S. QUARTS and 9.463 LITRES. The reverse side provides technical specifications, identifying the product as WAX-FREE, NON-ADDITIVE MOTOR OIL, REFINED AND 100% VACUUM DISTILLED FROM SELECTED CRUDE OIL. It lists product benefits such as FIGHTS FRICTION TO REDUCE WEAR, CLEANS AS IT LUBRICATES, and KEEPS MOTOR TEMPERATURE DOWN. It notes compliance with the American Petroleum Institute service rating for ML�MOTOR SERVICE LIGHT and is marked MADE IN U.S.A. The top of the can features a wire bale handle and a stamped metal screw-top cap. The top surface is embossed with the phrase CONTENTS GUARANTEED ONLY WHEN SEAL INTACT. The cap is stamped with the oil weight SAE 20-20W. Capacity: 10 U.S. Quarts (9.463 Liters).
Lot: 133 - U.S. M1917 Pattern Wooden Ammunition Storage Crate
This wooden transport crate is consistent with the U.S. military M1917 pattern, utilized for machine gun ammunition transport and storage throughout the mid-20th century. The box is constructed from heavy-duty lumber with a standard olive drab exterior finish and a natural wood interior. It features reinforced corners with metal strapping secured by rivets. The hinged lid is equipped with two wooden stacking cleats on the top surface. A heavy-duty metal tension latch is mounted to the front for secure closure. One side retains a thick, natural-fiber rope handle threaded through wooden blocks, while the opposite side shows only the metal mounting plate where the second handle was originally attached. No original military stencils, manufacturer codes, or National Stock Numbers are visible. A modern yellow inventory sticker marked 133 is present on the front latch.
Lot: 134 - Pfaltzgraff Village Stoneware Jug Table Lamp
This table lamp is composed of a stoneware jug base manufactured by The Pfaltzgraff Co. of York, Pennsylvania. The jug features the Village pattern, characterized by a cream-colored glaze and a stylized brown floral motif on the front. A loop handle is attached to the upper side of the body. An impressed mark on the shoulder of the jug reads THE PFALTZGRAFF CO YORK PA 6. The lamp is fitted with a brown pleated fabric shade of a tapered drum design. The electrical components include a standard brown cord with a two-prong US plug and a traditional turn-knob socket.
Lot: 135 - Vtg Primitive Wood Cutlery Caddy w/ Arched Handle
A vintage wooden utilitarian carry tray or caddy, commonly utilized for organizing cutlery or small hand tools. The object is of rectangular form with canted or flared sides. It is constructed of solid wood with a honey-toned finish and joined using small nails. A central divider runs the length of the caddy, featuring a raised arched profile with a carved oval aperture serving as a handle. The interior is divided into two equal compartments. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the piece. A small pink adhesive tag with the number 135 is present on one side.
Lot: 136 - American Tobacco Co. Oak Boot Jack Display Box
An antique wooden counter-top display box for Boot Jack Plug Tobacco. The box is of rectangular form and is constructed from oak with finger-jointed corners and a hinged lid. The interior of the lid features a large yellow oval lithographed paper label with a red-dotted border, reading BOOT JACK PLUG TOBACCO COSTLIEST BECAUSE BEST. The front exterior of the box retains a partial yellow paper label reading BOOT JACK and features two metal eyelets and a partial metal latch. The underside of the box bears various factory stamps, including a red rectangular stamp for The American Tobacco Co., Factory No., and State of Kentucky, along with large black characters for BOOT JACK and red numbers 3-1-2. These boxes were produced for the American Tobacco Company, which acquired the original brand owner, John Finzer and Brothers of Louisville, Kentucky, in the late 19th century. Approximate dimensions: 12 inches x 4 inches x 2.5 inches.
Lot: 137 - A Pair of Leather Straps with Cast Brass Crotal Sleigh Bells
This lot features a pair of matching leather straps, each mounted with three large cast brass or bronze crotal bells. The bells are spherical in form with a traditional cross-cut petal opening on the lower half. Each bell is attached to a thick, double-layered dark brown leather strap. The construction includes rectangular metal keepers that secure the leather layers. One strap retains a white paper inventory tag with the handwritten number 137. There are no visible maker marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps on either the metal bells or the leather straps.
Lot: 138 - A Set of Antique Brass Swedish Style Rump Strap Sleigh Bells on Leather
A set of antique crotal-style sleigh bells mounted on a heavy, double-layered dark brown leather strap. This configuration is characteristic of a horse rump strap used in the Swedish or Swiss tradition. The cast metal bells feature traditional petal-style slit designs and contain internal clappers. The bells are secured to the leather via metal fasteners through the strap. The leather assembly is constructed from multiple thick layers and includes a functional buckle with a tapered end and leather keepers. One bell exhibits a silvery-toned surface finish, while the others show a standard brass patina. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or patent dates are visible on the metal or leather components.
Lot: 139 - Set 4 Ohio Tool Co & Philadelphia Molding Planes
A set of four antique wooden molding planes manufactured by the Ohio Tool Company and a Philadelphia-based maker, dating to the mid-to-late 19th century. This collection includes two hollow planes designed for creating convex moldings and two planes featuring complex decorative profiles, such as ogees or bead and cove patterns. The plane bodies are constructed of beech wood and include their original steel irons and matching wooden wedges. Three planes are stamped OHIO TOOL CO on the toe. The fourth plane is marked on the toe with a regional stamp reading WARRANTED in an arc over PHILAD. One complex plane features a boxed sole for reinforced wear. A pink inventory sticker with the number 139 is attached to one plane body. Length: 9 to 10 inches (approximately).
Lot: 140 - Sears, Roebuck & Co. Ranger Air Rifle Shot Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate produced for Sears, Roebuck and Co. to distribute Ranger brand air rifle shot. The crate is constructed of wood panels joined with metal nails. The front panel features black stenciled lettering reading AIR RIFLE SHOT, SEARS, ROEBUCK and CO., CHICAGO, ILL. One side panel is stenciled with 25 1 LB. BAGS above a large, bold RANGER, followed by THE PERFECT and AIR RIFLE SHOT in smaller type. The underside of the crate retains a partial paper shipping label from the Sears, Roebuck and Co. Atlanta, Georgia location. Legible text on the label includes CONTENTS, MERCHANDISE�FOURTH CLASS and the number 832274. The crate has an open top and a rectangular form.
Lot: 141 - Pair Cast Brass Colonial Baluster Candlesticks
A pair of cast and turned brass candlesticks. Each piece is constructed with a wide, circular stepped base supporting a stem featuring traditional baluster turnings. The central portion of the stem is accented with a prominent faceted, hexagonal knop. The stems culminate in flared, circular candle cups. The design reflects a Neoclassical or early American Colonial style. No maker's marks or country-of-origin stamps are visible.
Lot: 142 - Pair Empire Weighted Pewter Candlesticks, 834
A pair of weighted pewter candlesticks featuring a traditional baluster-form stem with ring-turned detailing. Each candlestick is designed with a wide, trumpet-shaped candle cup and sits on a flared, circular weighted base. The metal has a satin finish typical of mid-century American pewter. The underside of each base features stamped marks. Literal Transcription: Empire PEWTER WEIGHTED 834.
Lot: 143 - Firestone Model 4-A-83 AM Clock Radio w/ Telechron
This vintage tabletop AM clock radio was manufactured for Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. and features an integrated Telechron electric clock movement. The model is identified on the original rear label as Stock No. 4-A-83 with Code No. 651-0-935. The unit is housed in a cream-colored molded plastic cabinet characterized by horizontal-slotted speaker grilles. The front interface is designed with a symmetrical dual-dial layout. The left circular dial contains the analog clock face marked Telechron Movement and Lullaby Switch, featuring auxiliary controls for Auto/Off/On radio functions and a pull/push alarm setting. The right circular dial is the radio tuner, marked Firestone at the base and calibrated for AM frequencies from 55 to 160. A small central knob at the bottom edge serves as the volume and power control. The rear of the unit is enclosed by a perforated fiberboard panel which includes a tube placement diagram for a five-tube complement: 35W4, 12BE6, 12BA6, 12AT6, and 50C5. The original brown two-prong power cord and an orange Underwriters Laboratories UL service sticker are present.
Lot: 144 - Bersted Mfg. Art Deco Chrome Waffle Iron w/ Tag
This vintage electric waffle iron is manufactured by the Bersted Mfg. Company of Fostoria, Ohio, and Oakville, Ontario, Canada. The unit features an Art Deco-style chrome-plated circular housing with brown fluted composite handles. The lid is decorated with a stylized winged motif that houses an integrated temperature gauge. The gauge dial includes a needle indicator with markings for COLD, BAKE, and HOT, and is stamped with MADE IN U.S.A. The interior consists of two round cast metal waffle plates, divided into four quadrants with a standard square grid pattern. An original yellow paper guarantee tag from the Bersted Mfg. Company remains attached to one of the handles. The appliance is equipped with a black and green fabric-wrapped power cord with a two-prong plug.
Lot: 145 - Griswold ERIE No. 10 Cast Iron Round Griddle 740
This is a vintage round cast iron griddle manufactured by the Griswold Manufacturing Co. of Erie, Pennsylvania. The piece is a size No. 10 and features a single handle with a teardrop-shaped hanging aperture. The underside of the griddle contains several cast identifiers: the size number 10 is located near the top edge, the pattern number 740 is centered, and the maker's location ERIE is marked in an arc at the bottom. Additionally, the back of the handle is marked with the numeral 10. The item is constructed of cast iron with a low-profile rim and a flat cooking surface.
Lot: 146 - Wagner Ware Sidney Fat Free Fryer Griddle 1102H
This vintage circular cast iron griddle is a Wagner Ware Sidney -O- Fat Free Fryer, model number 1102H. The piece is constructed of cast iron and features a shallow rim with two small, integrated pour spouts located on opposing sides. It is equipped with a long handle featuring a teardrop-shaped hanging hole. The underside of the griddle is clearly marked with the stylized Wagner Ware logo above the location Sidney -O-. Additional incised text includes the product name FAT FREE FRYER, the notation PAT APPLD FOR, and the model number 1102H. The cooking surface and exterior exhibit a dark, seasoned patina consistent with use, with faint circular patterns visible within the seasoning on the interior surface. A small paper inventory tag is currently attached to the handle via a string.
Lot: 147 - Mid-Century Yellow & Black Enamelware Percolator
A vintage stovetop coffee percolator featuring a bright yellow enamel-coated metal body and lid. The design is accented with contrasting black enameled trim on the handle, spout, and rim. The lid is topped with a translucent green glass percolator knob. The interior includes a two-piece black enameled percolator assembly composed of a central stem and a perforated filter basket. Based on visual characteristics and market parallels, this item is likely of mid-20th-century Japanese manufacture. No maker marks or stamps are present on the underside or exterior. An orange adhesive label with the number 147 is affixed to the side.
Lot: 148 - Pyrex Snowflake Garland Milk Glass Kitchen Set
This collection of opaque white milk glass kitchen items features the Snowflake Garland pattern, produced by Pyrex (Corning). The decoration consists of a blue scalloped border interspersed with stylized snowflake motifs. The set includes two butter dishes with lids, two tapered cruets with blue plastic stoppers, a cream pitcher, an open sugar bowl, and a pair of salt and pepper shakers. The shakers are labeled Salt and Pepper in blue script integrated into the pattern and are topped with chrome-tone metal screw caps. Base marks on the pieces identify the manufacturer as PYREX BRAND TABLEWARE BY CORNING MADE IN U.S.A. and include the glassblower logo inside a rounded square with MADE IN U.S.A. below.
Lot: 149 - Hand-Carved Single-Branch 4-Tine Wood Pitchfork
This primitive agricultural implement is a hand-carved four-tine wooden pitchfork, crafted from a single branched limb. The tool features a long, tapered handle that transitions into four integral, curved tines. The wood surface has been smooth-shaven and possesses a polished finish that highlights the natural grain patterns and knots. This piece exemplifies traditional folk art construction techniques used for 19th or early 20th-century farm tools. A small yellow adhesive label with the number 149 is adhered to the upper portion of the handle. No maker marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 150 - Pyrex Snowflake Garland Nesting Casserole Trio
This set comprises three Pyrex nesting bowls in the Snowflake Garland pattern, manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. These bowls were produced between approximately 1972 and 1975. The set is constructed from white opal glass with fired-on exterior colors. The arrangement includes two turquoise-blue bowls with white decorative patterns and one white bowl with a turquoise-blue pattern. The pattern consists of a scalloped line motif with pendant stylized snowflakes and dots along the upper exterior. Each bowl is a round ovenware dish featuring integrated tab handles. The largest bowl bears the base markings: 473 1 QT., TRADE MARK, 9, PYREX, (R), MADE IN U.S.A., OVENWARE. 471: 1 Pint capacity 472: 1.5 Pint capacity 473: 1 Quart capacity.
Lot: 151 - Pyrex Snowflake Charcoal Oval Casserole w/ Lid 045
This vintage Pyrex oval casserole dish features the Snowflake Charcoal pattern. The dish is constructed of white opal glass with a deep charcoal gray fired-on exterior finish. The exterior is decorated with a repeating series of white stylized snowflakes. The interior of the bowl is white. It includes a corresponding clear borosilicate glass lid with integrated handles. The base of the dish is embossed with the following marks: 045 2 1/2 QT. / PYREX (R) / MADE IN U.S.A. / 14. The model number 045 identifies this as the 2.5-quart oval casserole. This pattern was originally introduced by Pyrex in the mid-1950s. Capacity: 2.5 Quarts.
Lot: 152 - Pyrex Hot Air Balloons Turquoise Cinderella Bowl
This is an opaque milk glass mixing bowl in the Cinderella style, manufactured by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). It features a fired-on turquoise blue exterior decorated with the Balloons pattern, a promotional design first introduced in 1958. The white lithograph pattern depicts various early hot air balloons, stylized flying machines, and a man-in-the-moon motif. The Cinderella shape includes two integrated handles of unequal size which also act as pouring spouts. The base of the bowl is embossed with the number 441, indicating a 1.5-pint capacity, along with the Pyrex logo and the text MADE IN U.S.A.
Lot: 153 - Pyrex Turquoise Butterprint Cinderella Bowl 441
This is a vintage Pyrex Cinderella mixing bowl featuring the Butterprint pattern, which was first introduced in 1957 and is also commonly known as the Amish pattern. The bowl is made of milk glass with a fired-on turquoise blue exterior finish. The white decorative pattern depicts a farmer and his wife, wheat stalks, and roosters. The Cinderella design includes two integrated handles of different sizes that function as pouring spouts. The base is embossed with the following marks: T.M. REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. 441 PYREX MADE IN U.S.A. along with a circled R symbol. This model number 441 corresponds to the 1.5-pint capacity bowl, the smallest in the standard nesting set. Diameter: approximately 7.5 inches from handle to handle.
Lot: 154 - Trio Pyrex Primary Colors Refrig. Dishes w/ Lids
This lot consists of a trio of vintage Pyrex refrigerator storage dishes from the Primary Colors collection, each accompanied by its original clear glass lid. The group includes one large rectangular dish (model 503) featuring a fired-on turquoise blue finish and two small square dishes (model 501) with fired-on bright yellow finishes. These items are constructed from white opal glass, a classic material for mid-century American kitchenware. Each dish is fitted with a clear glass lid designed with a characteristic fluted or ribbed top. The underside of the yellow dishes is embossed with manufacturer's marks reading 501-B, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., and the number 10. This set was manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States.
Lot: 155 - Pyrex Primary Colors Refrigerator Dishes w/ Lids
This lot consists of three vintage Pyrex refrigerator storage dishes, frequently referred to as fridgies, from the Primary Colors collection. The set features one large rectangular dish in yellow and two smaller dishes in red. Each item is manufactured from opaque white milk glass with a fired-on exterior enamel finish. Each dish includes its original clear pressed glass lid, which is characterized by a ribbed top surface. The base of the yellow dish is embossed with clear manufacturer markings including 502, 1 1/2 QT, Trade Mark, 12, Pyrex, a circular logo containing CG, Made in U.S.A., and Ovenware. The two red dishes are model number 501. Auction labels and adhesive residue are visible on the exterior of the pieces. Large Yellow Dish (Model 502): 1.5 Quart capacity Small Red Dishes (Model 501): 1.5 Cup capacity each.
Lot: 156 - Pair Vtg Pyrex Rainbow Stripes Mixing Bowls
A pair of vintage Pyrex mixing bowls in the Rainbow Stripes pattern. These bowls are constructed from opaque white milk glass with fired-on colored horizontal bands. One bowl features alternating bands of medium blue and white, while the second bowl features alternating bands of tan, also known as sandalwood, and white. The base of the blue bowl contains embossed marks including 1 1/2 PT., TRADE MARK, PYREX, (R), and MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. Capacity: 1.5 pints per bowl.
Lot: 157 - Owens-Illinois Green Hoosier Canisters & Shakers
This set of vintage kitchen glassware was manufactured by the Owens-Illinois Glass Company. The items are crafted from transparent emerald green glass and feature a square footprint with a diagonal ribbed swirl pattern on the sides. The collection includes a large storage canister with a solid, flat-topped metal screw lid and several matching spice shakers with domed, perforated metal lids. The base of the jars is embossed with the Owens-Illinois trademark, consisting of a diamond shape superimposed over an oval with a central circle. The embossed markings include the number 3 to the left, 4 to the right, and 3 at the bottom, which identifies the manufacturer and dates the production to approximately 1934-1944. These containers were typically designed for use as accessories in Hoosier kitchen cabinets.
Lot: 159 - Weller Clinton Ivory Forest Swan Jardiniere
This cylindrical earthenware jardiniere is a product of Weller Pottery, Zanesville, Ohio, featuring the Clinton Ivory pattern. The exterior displays a continuous relief-molded woodland scene, with a pair of swans on water as the primary focal point, surrounded by dense trees and foliage. The piece is finished in a cream-colored glaze with wiped brown highlights that accentuate the depth of the embossed decoration. The base is marked with a blue ink stamp featuring the words WELLER POTTERY arched over a central dome-shaped motif.
Lot: 160 - Pair Watt Pottery Banded Yellowware Mixing Bowls
A pair of yellowware ceramic nesting mixing bowls produced by Watt Pottery. Each bowl is constructed with a round form featuring a flared rim and an unglazed foot ring. The exterior of each piece is decorated with a triple-band pattern consisting of a wide reddish-maroon horizontal stripe flanked by two thin light blue stripes over a yellow glaze. Both bowls bear incised circular marks on the underside. The mark on the smaller bowl is incised WATT WARE U.S.A. OVEN with the number 12 in the center. The mark on the larger bowl is incised WATT WARE U.S.A. OVEN with the number 14 in the center. These numbers correspond to the manufacturer's size designations for this line of kitchenware.
Lot: 161 - Princess Feather Cobalt Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp
This antique kerosene lamp is constructed with a cobalt blue pressed glass base and font, paired with a clear glass chimney. The glass body features the Princess Feather pattern, a classic Early American Pressed Glass (EAPG) design characterized by interlocking circles and stylized floral or star motifs. This pattern is consistently applied to the font, the central faceted stem, and the flared circular base. The burner assembly is made of brass and includes a wick raiser mechanism. No manufacturer stamps, signatures, or marks are visible on the glass or metal hardware.
Lot: 162 - US War Dept, War of the Rebellion Records, 19th C
A group of multiple volumes of The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., during the late 19th century. These hardcover volumes are bound in dark charcoal textured cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and ornamentation on the spines. This collection belongs to Series I and includes various parts of Volumes XII, XXX, XXXIV, XXXV, and XXXVII. The text covers military operations and official correspondence from 1863 and 1864 across multiple theaters including South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, the Trans-Mississippi, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia. Specific military actions identified include the Chickamauga Campaign, the Red River Campaign, the Camden Expedition, and operations at Fort Stevens. Internal pages feature official reports and correspondence from military figures such as Brigadier-General Nathan Kimball and Colonel W. R. Judson. The books are large octavo in format.
Lot: 163 - Green Princess Feather Pressed Glass Oil Lamp
This is a vintage pressed glass oil lamp in a translucent green color. The font is decorated in the Princess Feather pattern, a design originating in the Victorian era, featuring a central floral motif surrounded by elaborate scrollwork and a band of diamond cross-hatching at the shoulder. The pedestal base is highly ornate with a four-footed, scalloped design and deep scrollwork motifs consistent with the overall pattern. The lamp is fitted with a silver-tone metal prong-style burner and includes a clear glass chimney and a cotton wick. No maker marks are visible on the glass or the burner assembly. This item is characteristic of mid-20th-century reproductions of Early American Pattern Glass designs.
Lot: 164 - Federal Style Mahogany Mirror w/ Portrait Print
This wall mirror is designed in the Federal or Colonial Revival style and features a tall, narrow rectangular form. The frame is constructed of wood with a dark mahogany veneer that exhibits a prominent flame grain pattern. A horizontal wooden divider separates the upper and lower sections. The upper section contains a color lithograph print of a woman in 18th-century attire, wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a blue ribbon and a white ruffled dress. The lower section contains the mirror plate. The reverse is finished with a brown paper dust cover and a horizontal hanging wire. A pink inventory tag is adhered to the top rail of the frame.
Lot: 165 - Dettra Bull Dog Bunting U.S. Flag w/ Box
A vintage United States flag produced by Dettra Flag Products under the Bull Dog Bunting brand. The flag is constructed from bunting fabric with a white canvas header and brass-colored metal grommets. This example is designated on the packaging as Government Type A and features colors described as sunfast and rainproof with everlasting dyes. The flag is housed in its original cardboard storage box, which displays a central graphic of a bulldog's head within a shield flanked by two flags and the text Best By Test. The side panel identifies the manufacturer as Dettra Flag Products based in Oaks, Pennsylvania. 3 x 5 feet.
Lot: 166 - Chicago Die Casting Mechanical Turtle Receptacle
A vintage mechanical turtle-shaped receptacle attributed to the Chicago Die Casting Manufacturing Company. This item, often used as an ashtray or silent butler, is constructed from cast aluminum with a black painted finish and gold-toned accents on the shell scutes. The piece features a lever-actuated mechanism where pressing down on the articulated head or the tail causes the hinged shell lid to open, revealing a hollow interior compartment. The underside of the base is marked with incised text reading PATENT 2816881 and 176107. These numbers correspond to U.S. Design Patent D176,107 issued in 1955 and U.S. Patent 2,816,881 issued in 1957, both granted to Arthur E. Reible. The underside of the neck reveals a wire spring mechanism that facilitates the lid's movement. Four circular felt pads are attached to the underside of the feet. A pink inventory label marked 166 is present on the base.
Lot: 167 - Painted Wooden Utility Caddy w/ 6 Compartments
This vintage utility caddy is constructed of wood with a nailed assembly. It features a central dividing wall intersected by four cross-members, creating six separate storage compartments. A longitudinal wooden handle is secured between two upright end panels with rounded profiles. The caddy is finished in a monochromatic gray paint. The item appears to be of handmade construction, consistent with functional trade tools or household storage from the mid-20th century. No manufacturer stamps, labels, or hallmarks are present. A white paper tag marked 167 is attached to the handle.
Lot: 168 - Antique 19th Century Primitive Wooden Tool Caddy
A 19th-century primitive wooden caddy or carrier, likely intended for use as a carpenter's tool tote or garden tray. The object is constructed of softwood planks, likely pine, and features a tall central partition with an integrated rectangular cutout handle. Two open compartments are formed by the central divider and side walls that are angled outward. The structural components are secured with visible round-headed metal fasteners. The wood exhibits a dark patina with prominent grain and several large knots. A small pink adhesive tag is located on the upper handle. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers are visible on the item.
Lot: 169 - Vintage Steerable Ride-On Donkey Toy
This vintage ride-on toy features a stuffed animal, designed in the form of a donkey, mounted on a metal frame. The body is constructed of tan plush material, likely mohair, over a rigid substructure. It includes amber glass eyes and dark plush accents along the neck representing a mane. The chassis is composed of painted metal with a steerable front axle. It sits on four metal wheels with red hubs and black rubber tires. Steering is controlled by a vertical metal rod topped with a turned wooden T-handle finished in red paint. No manufacturer marks or labels are present.
Lot: 170 - The Silver Man Collection Oak Display Case
A vintage countertop retail display case produced for The Silver Man Collection, featuring an oak frame and slanted front design. The top wooden header bears white stenciled lettering reading The Silver Man Collection on the left and Sterling Silver on the right, separated by a diagonal graphic element. The case is constructed with a rear-access door made of a dark brown panel, held by two metal hinges and a top rotating latch. The interior display surface is lined with a dark gray or black fabric. The viewing panel is clear glass or acrylic. Based on construction and design features, this case is in the style of those manufactured by the Henry L. Hanson Co. during the mid-to-late 20th century.
Lot: 171 - Haig & Haig Vtg Scotch Whisky Wooden Adv. Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate for Haig & Haig Blended Scotch Whisky, produced in Markinch, Scotland. The crate is constructed from softwood panels with nailed joints and features black stenciled branding on all four exterior sides. The primary panels are stenciled with HAIG & HAIG above the word BLENDED and a five-star logo. Below, the words SCOTS and WHISKY are arranged in a curved format around the company information: HAIG & HAIG LTD MARKINCH SCOTLAND. PRODUCT OF SCOTLAND. The two end panels include the brand name and five-star logo, along with text specifying the contents: BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY 12 BOTTLES 2.40 GALLONS. The interior is unfinished wood. The use of gallon measurements on the end panels suggests this crate was intended for the export market.
Lot: 172 - James Buchanan Black & White Scotch Whisky Crate
This vintage wooden shipping crate was produced for Black and White Blended Scotch Whisky by James Buchanan and Co. Ltd of Glasgow, Scotland. The rectangular container is constructed from softwood planks with nailed joinery. The interior is fitted with original wooden bottle organizational supports, including a notched horizontal stabilizing rail and a cross-hatched X-pattern grid at the base, specifically designed to secure twelve fifth-sized bottles during transit. Both long sides feature black stenciled graphics displaying the brand name, product type, and manufacturer information. A central circular seal on these panels contains the brand and maker names in the outer ring with the product type in the center. One end panel features a partially intact paper label for the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board as the consignee, including order number 81073 and code number 201. Stenciled text below the label indicates the distribution point at the northwest corner of 13th and Callow Hill Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, noting the contents were state stamped. The opposite end panel bears stamped numerical markings.
Lot: 173 - Simmons after Boughton, Too Near Warpath Engraving
This 19th-century mixed-media engraving, titled Too Near the Warpath, is attributed to the engraver William Henry Simmons after an original composition by George Henry Boughton. The narrative scene depicts a frontiersman in fringed buckskin clothing and a fur cap, holding a long rifle while standing protectively beside a woman in colonial-style attire. They are shown taking cover behind a large tree in a dense forest, looking toward the horizon where silhouetted figures of Native Americans are visible. The print displays intricate line work and tonal shading characteristic of 19th-century steel engravings. A small printed label with the title is inset into the window of the cream-colored matting. The piece is housed in a dark-stained wood frame with a narrow gilded inner fillet. The reverse is closed with a darkened paper and board backing secured by framing nails and equipped with a hanging wire. No artist signatures are clearly legible in the provided images, though standard for this edition, they would typically be located in the lower margin.
Lot: 174 - 1950 USMC Reserve 10th Engineer Co. Photo & Roster
A framed black and white historical group photograph and typed unit roster for the Tenth Engineer Company, U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. The unit was based at the Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Training Center at 315 East La Clede Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. The photograph was taken during Annual Field Training at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between June 10 and June 24, 1950, concluding only one day before the start of the Korean War. The image depicts approximately 80 Marines posed in Summer Service C uniforms consisting of khaki shirts, trousers, and garrison caps. A unique and significant feature of this photograph is the presence of handwritten blue and black ink annotations over several individuals, including letters such as S, K, W, and a clear KIA (Killed in Action) marking over a Marine in the third row. These marks appear to track the status of unit members following their mobilization for the Korean War. The accompanying typed roster provides a comprehensive list of personnel, identifying the Commanding Officer as Capt. H. C. Williamson, Jr., the Executive Officer as Capt. J. H. Chapel, and various other staff and platoon NCOs. The roster is divided into sections covering the first through fifth rows of the photograph. The item is housed in a gold-toned wooden or metal frame behind glass.
Lot: 175 - Masonic Knights Templar Sword Belt & Slings
A York Rite Knights Templar ceremonial sword belt and slings, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The belt is constructed of reddish-brown leather featuring decorative yellow diamond-pattern stitching. It is fitted with an ornate white-metal buckle containing a red enameled central cross and inscribed ASHLAND No. 28. Two sword slings are suspended from the belt by shield-shaped plates decorated with a Cross and Crown fraternal emblem. The slings consist of cast-metal links and terminate in spring clips. The metal hardware shows a heavy, dark patina and tarnish throughout. A white paper lot tag with the number 175 is attached.
Lot: 176 - Vtg Collegeville Woody Woodpecker Costume w/ Box
This vintage child's Halloween costume depicts the character Woody Woodpecker and was produced by Collegeville Costumes (Collegeville Flag and Mfg. Co.). The set includes a blue fabric long-sleeved costume and a molded fabric mask. The costume is designed with a white ruffled collar and a central printed graphic of Woody Woodpecker set within a red and white starburst border. The graphic features a printed signature for the character's creator, Walter Lantz. The mask is made of a stiffened gauze-style fabric, painted with the character's facial features, and includes eye cut-outs and an elastic string. The set is housed in its original red and black cardboard box, which features a heart-shaped viewing window and silhouettes of children in various costumes along the bottom edge. An official manufacturer's label is attached to the side of the box, bearing the header Official Costumes and a copyright for Walter Lantz Productions Inc. The label identifies the character as Woody Woodpecker and specifies the size as Style Medium (8-10). The label also includes small illustrations of other Lantz characters, Andy Panda and Miranda Panda.
Lot: 177 - Vtg Northern Dairy Glass Milk Bottle w/ Wire Bale
This vintage one-gallon glass milk bottle is from Northern Dairy, located in Brighton, Colorado. The clear glass vessel features orange applied color labels (ACL) on two sides. The front face displays the brand name NORTHERN DAIRY above the text GRADE A DAIRY PRODUCTS. The reverse side features a graphic illustration of various dairy goods, including milk cartons, butter, and an ice cream sundae, with the text REAL DAIRY PRODUCTS BY NORTHERN DAIRY BRIGHTON, COLO. The glass is embossed with ONE-GALLON around the neck and REGISTERED ONE GALLON around the base. A wire bale carrying handle is attached to a metal ring around the neck. The bottle is currently filled with white foam beads and topped with a paper cap for display purposes. Height: Approximately 11.5 inches.
Lot: 178 - Flamemaster Asbestos Wicking Advertising Dispenser
This is a vintage countertop or wall-mounted point-of-sale dispenser designed for Flamemaster brand asbestos wicking, intended for use with oil-burning stoves, heaters, and ranges. The unit is constructed from lithographed sheet metal with a bright orange enamel finish and black and cream graphics. The front panel features a stylized illustration of a woman operating an oil stove, accompanied by the slogan SAVES FUEL-WORK-TIME & WORRY. The lower front and interior side panels are printed with extensive reference charts detailing compatible wick sizes for various stove manufacturers, including Nesco, Sears Roebuck, Caloric, and Aetna. A lithographed measuring ruler is featured along the bottom edge of the front panel. The back panel is designed for mounting with two keyhole-style slots and contains additional promotional text and patent information. The piece is marked Manufactured by ATLAS ASBESTOS COMPANY, NORTH WALES, PA. and identifies the dispenser design as U.S. Patent No. 114637.
Lot: 179 - Gillette Glass Top Razor & Blade Display Case
This vintage Gillette countertop retail display case, dating from the circa 1950s to 1960s, was manufactured for the United States market as a point-of-sale showcase for razors and blades. The unit is constructed with a molded sage green plastic body and features a white ribbed front panel decorated with applied blue textured letters spelling Gillette with gold-tone borders. The case is equipped with a clear hinged lid secured by metal side rails. The interior is organized into six vertical compartments. Six original product and pricing labels are adhered to the underside of the lid, identifying sections for 5 Gillette Blue Blades for 25 cents, 10 Gillette Blue Blades for 49 cents, 20 Gillette Blue Blades for 98 cents, a Gillette Super-Speed Razor Set for 1.00 dollar, 10 Gillette Thin Blades for 35 cents, and 4 Gillette Thin Blades for 15 cents. The case retains its original interior dividers.
Lot: 180 - Gillette Razor & Blade Advertising Display Case
This vintage point-of-sale display case was manufactured by the Gillette Safety Razor Company for retail use. The unit consists of a molded white plastic housing with a chrome-plated metal frame and a hinged glass lid. The interior is divided into five vertical product channels, each containing a metal zig-zag spring clip at the base to hold merchandise in place. The glass top features several original product and pricing decals. Transcriptions include 20 Gillette Blue Blades 98c, 10 Gillette Blue Blades 49c, 5 Gillette Blue Blades 25c, 10 Gillette Super Blue Blades 69c with directional arrows, 10 Gillette Thin Blades 35c, and 4 Gillette Thin Blades 15c. A central decal advertises a Gillette Adjustable Razor Set for $1.95. The front of the base displays a black oval plaque with the Gillette name in raised silver-tone characters.
Lot: 181 - Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 3/LC Metal Sign
This is an embossed metal advertising sign for the Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 3/LC series of engines. The sign is constructed from painted metal featuring a high-gloss finish with a horizontal orientation. The background consists of a black and red color gradient. The graphics are embossed to create a three-dimensional effect. The top of the sign displays the word VANGUARD in large white block letters. Below this, the designation 3/LC is rendered in white over a series of four horizontal blue wavy lines. A white banner along the lower section contains the text cylinder liquid cooled in blue. The lower right corner features the official Briggs & Stratton diamond logo in red, black, and white with a registered trademark symbol. The reverse side of the sign is unfinished silver-toned metal, showing the recessed indentations from the embossing process. Pre-drilled holes for mounting are located in each of the four corners.
Lot: 182 - Quaker State 4x4 Promotional Advertising Decals
A group of original Quaker State promotional advertising decals, likely produced for retail display or service station use. These items are printed on thin plastic or vinyl film and remain on their original white paper backing sheets. Each piece features a vibrant green background centered by a graphic of a red sport utility vehicle with a stylized orange and yellow 4x4 logo integrated into the front grille and headlights. The text includes the slogan The intelligent oil FOR HARD WORKING ENGINES in yellow, and SPECIAL SYNTHETIC BLEND FOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES PICKUPS, AND VANS in white. The Quaker State brand logo is located in the upper right corner, consisting of a yellow Q trademark and the words QUAKER STATE in white block letters. Small trademark and registered symbols are present within the graphics. The reverse of the backing paper shows a mirrored silhouette of the front design.
Lot: 183 - Sanford J. Heilner 1974 Thelma Perfume Tin Sign
This lithographed metal advertising sign is a 1974 reproduction of early 20th-century promotional materials for Thelma perfume. Produced by Sanford J. Heilner Inc. in the United States, the sign features a long rectangular format with nostalgic Edwardian-style graphics. The right side of the sign contains a vertical rectangular inset depicting a woman in profile wearing a large black hat and a white lace gown. The main background is a pale pink/cream color enclosed within an orange linear border. The brand name THELMA is printed in a large, stylized reddish-brown font with a black outline and a decorative underline flourish. Beneath the main text is the tagline The QUEEN of PERFUMES written in a black cursive script. The sign includes pre-drilled mounting holes at the center of the left and right edges. The reverse side is finished in a uniform gray protective coating. A printed mark on the bottom right of the face reads: � 1974 SANFORD J. HEILNER INC. MADE IN U.S.A. Approximately 7 x 19 inches.
Lot: 184 - Siamese Cat XING Aluminum Novelty Crossing Sign
This diamond-shaped novelty sign, likely produced in the late 20th century, is constructed of painted aluminum. It features a bright yellow background with a black border. A high-contrast black graphic of a seated Siamese cat is positioned in the center. The black sans-serif block lettering above the cat reads SIAMESE, while the text below reads XING. The sign is designed with two pre-drilled mounting holes at the top and bottom points. The back is finished in solid yellow with no manufacturer marks.
Lot: 185 - Mitchell MD-100S Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar
This Mitchell MD-100S is a full-size dreadnought acoustic guitar. It features a solid spruce top with a natural gloss finish and an abalone-style rosette around the soundhole. The back and sides are constructed of mahogany, and the neck is also mahogany with a rosewood fingerboard featuring white dot position inlays. The body, neck, and headstock are finished with cream-colored binding. The instrument is equipped with a black pickguard, a rosewood bridge with black bridge pins, and chrome-finished sealed gear tuning machines. An oval paper label inside the soundhole identifies the model as MD - 100 S and the serial number as SI07100433. The label indicates the instrument was designed and engineered in California and manufactured in Indonesia by Javanese craftsmen.
Lot: 186 - Vtg 4-String Open-Back Tenor Banjo w/ Case
A vintage four-string tenor banjo featuring an open-back design. The instrument has an unmarked headstock with a rounded profile. The neck and multi-ply rim are constructed from stained wood with a rosewood fingerboard featuring dot position markers. The pot is equipped with twenty nickel-plated tension brackets and a single interior metal coordinator rod. The banjo is currently fitted with a Remo Weather King synthetic head. Included with the lot is an additional detached animal skin head featuring handwritten characters C G D A in black ink. No visible serial numbers or internal manufacturer labels are present.
Lot: 187 - Yamaha FG-75-1 Folk-Sized Acoustic Guitar
This is a Yamaha FG-75-1 folk-sized acoustic guitar manufactured in Taiwan. The instrument features a natural finish top, likely constructed of laminate spruce, with dark-stained back and sides. The neck is fitted with a rosewood fingerboard and standard dot inlays. A rosewood bridge with black pins and a synthetic white saddle is installed on the lower bout. The headstock displays the gold-tone Yamaha logo and tuning fork symbol. An internal blue rectangular label is visible through the soundhole, which identifies the model as FG-75-1 and the origin as Republic of China, Made in Taiwan. Hardware includes a black teardrop-shaped pickguard and two strips of three-on-a-plate open-gear tuning machines with white plastic buttons.
Lot: 188 - Antique Primitive Painted Wooden Divided Tool Tote
A primitive wooden tool carrier or tote constructed with a dark slate blue or charcoal-colored painted finish. The object features a long, narrow form with a central longitudinal divider that includes an integrated rectangular hand-grip cutout. The interior is divided into two primary sections; one side contains small wooden blocks or rests positioned to support specific long tools such as hand saws. Construction consists of simple nailed joinery. No original maker marks, stamps, or signatures were identified. A contemporary yellow adhesive inventory sticker is present on the handle.
Lot: 189 - National Food Co. & Swift's Premium Wood Crates
This lot consists of two wooden advertising crates from the early to mid-20th century. The smaller crate is a finger-jointed box from the National Food Company of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The front panel features green printed graphics for 7 lbs. of National Stock-Food, noting a registered label date of 1904. The side panel lists a wide array of agricultural and veterinary products manufactured by the company, including calf food, poultry food, hoof packing, heave powders, gold and amber liniments, and various medicinal cures for horses and livestock. The larger crate is a nailed-construction shipping box for Swift's Premium Roast Beef. It features red printed graphics including the brand logo and product name. This crate was used for international trade, evidenced by the Industria Argentina stamp and markings from the Argentine Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Ministerio de Agricultura y Ganaderia). The side of the crate bears a black ink circular stamp indicating it was inspected and passed by the U.S. government at establishment number three.
Lot: 190 - Vintage Coleman Model 228E Green Big Hat Lantern
A vintage Coleman Model 228E pressurized fuel lantern featuring a green painted metal fuel fount and a matching wide-brimmed, two-tiered green porcelain enamel ventilator. This model is commonly referred to by collectors as a Big Hat due to the oversized ventilator design. The unit is equipped with a clear glass globe bearing red Pyrex branding. A red and yellow Coleman decal is applied to the side of the fount. The black fuel control knob is printed with white text providing operational instructions, including Open 1/4 Turn to Left and Light, and After Mantles Burn Bright Open as Far as Possible, along with a Made in U.S.A. designation. The internal assembly consists of a double-mantle burner system and a central air intake tube. A wire bail handle is attached to the collar for carrying or suspension.
Lot: 191 - Coleman Model 228H Dual-Mantle Gasoline Lantern
A Coleman Model 228H dual-mantle gasoline lantern featuring a wide-brimmed green porcelain enamel ventilator and a matching green enameled fuel fount. The silver-tone collar is stamped with the manufacturer and model identification MODEL 228H. The central control valve features a labeled wheel with instructional text for lighting and is marked MADE IN U.S.A. The fuel fount is decorated with a red and white Coleman brand decal. This lantern is fitted with a clear glass globe, a wire bail handle, and an integrated air pump. A yellow lot sticker numbered 191 is adhered to the top of the ventilator.
Lot: 192 - U.S. War Department. War of the Rebellion Records
A collection of volumes from the United States War Department publication titled War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. These volumes belong to Series I, which comprises formal reports of military operations and related correspondence. The books are bound in the publisher's dark brown textured cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and serial numbers on the spines. Present in this group are several specific volumes including Volume XXI (Fredericksburg), Volume XXII (Parts I and II covering Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Indian Territory), Volume XXIII (Parts I and II covering Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Southwest Virginia), Volume XXXVI (Parts I, II, and III covering the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg campaigns), and Volume XII (Part III). The interior pages feature primary source material including official battle reports, such as those from the Battle of Fredericksburg by Colonel Walter Harriman and Colonel Robert B. Potter. Published by the Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., in the late 19th century. Each volume: Approx. 9.5 x 6 inches.
Lot: 193 - Pair Fenton Style Ruffled Milk Glass Vases
This pair of milk glass vases is designed in the style of Fenton Art Glass. Each piece features an opaque white cased glass body with a bulbous base and a slender fluted neck. The tops are finished with wide ruffled or crimped rims. One vase features a translucent pink edge to the rim, a style often referred to as Peach Crest, while the other features a clear translucent edge, a style often referred to as Silver Crest. The bases are smooth and do not bear any visible manufacturer marks, signatures, or embossed logos. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 194 - Fenton Peach Crest Pattern Cased Glass Melon Vase
This cased art glass vase is crafted in the Peach Crest pattern by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The vessel features a bulbous, melon-lobed body and a wide, flared rim that is hand-crimped into a deep ruffle. It is constructed from dual-layered glass with an opaque white milk glass exterior and a vibrant pink interior, accented with an applied clear glass crest edge. The base is smooth and fire-polished with no visible maker's marks or labels.
Lot: 195 - Jefferson Glass Blue Opalescent Ribbed Ruffle Vase
An early 20th-century American opalescent glass vase attributed to the Jefferson Glass Company, circa 1905-1910. The vessel is crafted in a vibrant turquoise or aqua blue glass with a transition to milky white opalescence concentrated along the rim and the raised vertical ribs. The body features wide vertical fluting that flares outward into a deeply hand-crimped and ruffled six-point rim. The piece is mold-blown with a pressed base. The underside of the base features a molded sunburst or starburst design with radiating lines. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the item.
Lot: 196 - Pink & White Spatter Dot Optic Art Glass Pitcher
A hand-blown art glass pitcher characterized by a bulbous form and a dot optic or coinspot texture. The vessel features vibrant pink and opaque white spatter glass inclusions encased in a clear glass body. It is finished with a wide, ruffled (crimped) rim, a pulled pouring spout, and an applied clear glass C-scroll handle. The base exhibits a ground and polished pontil mark, indicative of the hand-blown manufacturing process. This style of spatter glass is highly characteristic of mid-20th-century American production, particularly the Vasa Murrhina lines attributed to manufacturers like Fenton or Pilgrim Glass.
Lot: 197 - Feather & Star Green Opalescent Glass Ruffled Bowl
This footed ruffled bowl is made of green opalescent pressed glass, attributed to the Northwood Glass Company or Dugan Glass Company. It features the Feather and Star pattern, also known simply as Feather, which dates to the early 20th century, circa 1905 to 1915. The bowl is composed of a translucent green body with a milky light blue opalescent treatment applied to the hand-crimped, ruffled rim. The molded decoration consists of a radial arrangement of feathered plumes alternating with geometric panels of diamond-point cane motifs. A multifaceted starburst design is located in the center of the interior and repeated on the underside of the base. No embossed manufacturer marks are present on the glass. An orange rectangular inventory sticker with the handwritten numerals 197 is adhered to the interior surface.
Lot: 198 - 2 American Iridescent Carnival Glass & Pansy Bowl
This lot features two pieces of American carnival glass, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century. The first item is a ruffled glass bowl in a green base color with a vibrant iridescent finish showing gold and multicolored highlights. The interior is decorated with the Pansy pattern, featuring a central embossed floral motif of pansies and leaves on a stippled ground, a design attributed to the Imperial Glass Company. The second item is a two-handled nappy or candy dish with a marigold iridescent finish. It features a rayed or ribbed interior pattern with stippled texturing and two applied clear glass handles. Both pieces are made of pressed glass with smooth, finished circular bases. A pink adhesive tag marked 198 is present on the base of the green bowl.
Lot: 199 - 3 Vtg Pyrex Town & Country Cinderella Casseroles
This set consists of three vintage Cinderella-style round casserole dishes manufactured by Pyrex in the Town and Country pattern. The design features a horizontal band of stylized, eight-pointed stars in a metallic brown tone. The set includes three graduated sizes: a 1-quart dish in burnt orange (Model 473), a 1.5-quart dish in yellow (Model 474), and a 2.5-quart dish in white (Model 475). Two clear pressed glass lids are included, specifically fitting the 1-quart and 2.5-quart models. The dishes are constructed from opaque white borosilicate glass with a fired-on exterior color. The base of the 1.5-quart dish is embossed with the following manufacturer markings: 474-B, 1 1/2 QT., TRADE MARK, 14, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., OVENWARE, and a registered trademark symbol. This pattern was produced in the United States between 1963 and 1967.
Lot: 200 - A Pair of Pyrex Homestead Pattern Casserole Dishes
These two Pyrex casserole dishes feature the Homestead pattern, characterized by a speckled tan exterior finish decorated with a navy blue floral and scroll design. The vessels are constructed from opaque white opal glass with solid white interiors. One dish is accompanied by a matching clear glass lid with integrated tab handles. The underside of one vessel bears the embossed manufacturer mark: 472-B 750ml / PYREX / FOR OVEN AND / MICROWAVE. / NO STOVETOP / OR BROILER. / CORNING NY USA / 8. This pattern was released by Corning Glass Works in the late 1970s to coordinate with contemporary Corelle dinnerware sets.
Lot: 201 - Pyrex Brown Onion Raffia Covered Casserole Dish
This vintage round covered casserole dish is in the Brown Onion pattern, also commonly known as Raffia. The piece is manufactured from white opal glass. The bowl features a tan fired-on exterior finish decorated with a dark brown stylized symmetrical graphic motif. It is designed with integrated Cinderella-style tab handles. The matching white opal glass lid is decorated with a series of dark brown concentric rings. The interior of the bowl is plain white. No embossed manufacturer marks or model numbers are visible on the surfaces in the provided images. An orange adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 201 is present on one handle.
Lot: 202 - Corning Ware Spice O' Life Casserole w/ Glass Lid
This vintage square casserole dish is manufactured by Corning Ware in the Spice O' Life pattern. The vessel is constructed of white Pyroceram glass-ceramic and features a wrap-around decorative band illustrating various vegetables including artichokes, tomatoes, mushrooms, and bell peppers. The French herb name Le Romarin is printed in cursive script beneath the vegetable illustration. The dish is accompanied by its matching clear tempered glass lid, which features a central integrated knob handle. The underside of one handle bears the following stamped text: - CORNING WARE (R) - A-10-B 10X10X2 INCH RANGE - OVEN - MICROWAVE CORNING, NY, USA 181MA. 10 x 10 x 2 inches.
Lot: 203 - CorningWare Blue Cornflower Cookware
A collection of vintage CorningWare oven-to-table cookware in the Blue Cornflower pattern. The items are manufactured from white Pyroceram glass-ceramic and accompanied by clear tempered glass lids. The assortment consists of square lidded casserole dishes of different volumes, an open rectangular baking dish, and a small open skillet with an integrated handle. Markings on the base of the largest dish include an eight-point star, CORNING WARE, 10 IN., P-10-B, and MADE IN U.S.A. Large Skillet: 10 inches square.
Lot: 204 - Vtg Glass & Clay Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of assorted marbles composed of glass and potentially clay, featuring a wide variety of sizes and decorative styles. The assortment includes cat's eye, multi-colored swirl, opaque, and translucent types. Several larger diameter marbles, often identified as shooters, are included. One specific marble demonstrates bright green fluorescence when viewed under ultraviolet light, which is characteristic of uranium glass. The items are contained in a worn cardboard box that bears the handwritten inscription HOCH #2 in black ink on an interior flap. Patterns visible include internal ribbons, surface swirls, and solid-colored opaques. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the marbles themselves.
Lot: 205 - Assortment Vtg Glass Marbles
A large collection of glass marbles of varying sizes, colors, and patterns, presented in a cardboard box. The assortment includes a diverse range of types such as swirls, cat's eyes, solid opaques, translucent examples, and mottled varieties. The collection features several larger shooter marbles alongside a majority of standard-sized pieces. Materials consist of molded and potentially handmade glass with internal decorations including multi-colored ribbons, internal vanes, and solid core swirls. A yellow oval adhesive label handwritten with the number 205 is affixed to the interior upper edge of the box. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the individual pieces.
Lot: 206 - Master Marbles Multi-Color Glass Marbles w/ Case
This collection includes multiple machine-made glass marbles featuring various patterns such as patches and swirls in a wide array of colors including orange, green, yellow, blue, and white. The marbles are presented in a black plastic, foam-lined carrying case. The lid of the case features an embossed logo depicting a figure on a galloping horse, and a green tape label marked MASTER MARBLES is adhered to the front. The patterns observed are characteristic of mid-20th-century American glass manufacturers, including those attributed to Peltier Glass and Master Glass.
Lot: 207 - 10-Pc Amber Pressed Glass Thumbprint Plates & Cups
This 10-piece set includes five matching cups and five snack plates, all crafted from transparent honey amber pressed glass. The design features a series of large, circular embossed thumbprint motifs around the lower body of the cups and a corresponding ring on the plates, accented by horizontal bands of molded sawtooth geometry. This style is widely identified as the King's Crown pattern, commonly attributed to the Indiana Glass Company and frequently distributed by Tiara Exclusives during the mid-to-late 20th century. The plates are designed as a snack or hostess set, featuring an integrated, off-center well to securely hold the cup while leaving ample space for food. Each cup is designed with a single rounded handle and a slightly flared rim.
Lot: 208 - 3 American Amber Glass Coin & Moon & Star Vessels
A three-piece collection of American amber-colored pressed glass featuring two distinct patterns. The set includes a large oval bowl in the Coin pattern, attributed to the Fostoria Glass Company. This piece features a scalloped rim and frosted circular medallions embossed with 19th-century United States coinage motifs, specifically depicting the Liberty Bell and a coin dated 1887. The second piece is a matching Coin pattern handled nappy or sauce dish, also featuring frosted medallions showing an eagle dated 1887 and a torch emblem. The third item is a small cylindrical vessel, likely a toothpick or votive holder, in the Moon and Star pattern, characterized by deep circular depressions and star motifs. This pattern was historically produced by various American firms including L.G. Wright and Smith Glass. No manufacturer marks are visible on the underside of the pieces.
Lot: 209 - The Beatles: 5 Vtg Vinyl LP Albums
This group comprises five vintage long-play (LP) vinyl records by The Beatles, including several early American mono pressings. The collection includes The Beatles Second Album on the Capitol Records label (Catalog Number T 2080), subtitled Electrifying Big-Beat Performances by England's Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. Also included is the Magical Mystery Tour album released by Capitol Records, featuring a yellow border and the note that it includes a 24-page full color picture book. The original motion picture sound track for A Hard Day's Night is present on the United Artists Records label (Catalog Number UAL 3366), showing the quartet of headshot images on the front. The lot also features Beatles '65 (Capitol Records, Catalog Number T 2228), which lists track titles such as I Feel Fine and She's a Woman on the front cover. Completing the collection is Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, displaying the band's well-known psychedelic collage artwork. All items are standard 12-inch vinyl format.
Lot: 210 - 9 Vinyl LPs: Kansas, Robin Trower, Crosby & Young
A collection of nine (9) vintage 12-inch vinyl LP records featuring various artists primarily in the progressive rock, jazz, and pop genres. The lot includes a significant selection of albums by the American rock band Kansas, alongside other notable releases from the 1970s and 1980s. The artists and albums identified in this collection are: Kansas: Monolith (1979, Kirshner Records, gatefold) Kansas: Leftoverture Kansas: Point of Know Return Kansas: Kansas (self-titled debut) Robin Trower: Bridge of Sighs Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Deja vu (featuring gold-embossed text and textured jacket) John Abercrombie and Ralph Towner: Sargasso Sea (ECM Records, catalog number ECM-1-1080) Ambrosia: Ambrosia (self-titled debut, 20th Century Fox Records, catalog number T-434) Linda Ronstadt and The Nelson Riddle Orchestra: What is New Visible markings include the Kirshner Records logo on Kansas albums, the ECM Records logo and catalog number on the Abercrombie/Towner album, and the 20th Century Fox catalog number T-434 on the Ambrosia jacket. Several jackets feature stylized artist names and album titles consistent with original releases.
Lot: 211 - U.S. War Dept. War of Rebellion Official Records
A collection of multiple octavo volumes from the historical series titled War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C., this comprehensive series serves as the primary documentary history of the American Civil War, compiling official reports and correspondence from both Union and Confederate military departments. The volumes are bound in the original dark gray cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and serial numbers on the spines. Visible volumes from Series I include Volume XI (Parts I, II, and III), Volume XLI (Part III), and Volume XLVII (Parts I, II, and III). Internal documentation includes reports and correspondence from the Department of the South, such as a letter from Major-General Q. A. Gillmore dated May 11, 1865, regarding troop movements in Georgia. Size: Octavo (approx. 9 x 6 inches per volume).
Lot: 212 - Horne & Bewer, The Bible and Its Story, c. 1910
A multi-volume set of books titled The Bible and Its Story, published circa 1910 by Francis R. Niglutsch. The volumes are bound in dark brown full leather with ornate gilt-stamped floral motifs and lettering on the spines. This set is organized by biblical categories, with visible volumes covering The Law (Genesis to Deuteronomy), The History (Joshua to II-Chronicles), History-Poetry (II-Chronicles to Psalms), Poetry-Prophets (Psalms to Isaiah), and The Prophets (Isaiah to Ezekiel). Internally, the books are illustrated with black and white plates, including reproductions of works by J. James Tissot credited to the American Tissot Society of New York. The text pages are set within decorative printed borders. The top edges of the text blocks are gilt. The volumes appear to be in an octavo format.
Lot: 213 - G.K. Chesterton, Famous Paintings, Set, c. 1915
A two-volume set titled Famous Paintings: Selected from the World's Great Galleries and Reproduced in Colour, published by Funk & Wagnalls Company, New York, and Cassell & Company, Limited, London. This large-format work features an introduction by G. K. Chesterton and provides descriptive notes for the included artworks. The volumes are bound in publisher terracotta-colored cloth with gilt-stamped titles and a decorative palette-and-brushes emblem on the front covers and spines. The interior contains numerous tipped-in color plates mounted on heavy paper, including notable works such as G. F. Watts�s Hope and George Morland�s The Inside of a Stable. Volume I is identified by a single star on the title page, and Volume II by two stars.
Lot: 214 - E. F. Ellet, Court Circles of the Republic, 1869
A single octavo volume titled The Court Circles of the Republic, or the Beauties and Celebrities of the Nation, authored by Mrs. E. F. Ellet with sketches by Mrs. R. E. Mack. The work is bound in the publisher's dark burgundy textured cloth with a decorative gilt-stamped title plate on the front board and gilt lettering and ornamentation on the spine. The title page indicates the book was sold by subscription only and was published in 1869 by the Hartford Publishing Co. of Hartford, Connecticut, in conjunction with several regional distributors including J. A. Stoddard & Co. (Chicago and St. Louis), Jones Brothers & Co. (Cincinnati), J. D. Denison (New York), Geo. P. Hawkes & Co. (Boston), and J. Laws & Co. (San Francisco). The text illustrates American life and society under eighteen presidents, from Washington to Grant, and features steel-engraved portrait plates throughout. The front cover bears a yellow auction lot sticker with the handwritten number 214.
Lot: 215 - Remlap, Gen. Grant's Tour Around the World, 1880
This hardcover volume, titled General U. S. Grant�s Tour Around the World, was edited by L. T. Remlap, a pseudonym for Loomis T. Palmer. Published in Chicago by W. M. Farrar in 1880, the title page identifies this copy as being from the Twenty-Fifth Thousand printing. The work documents the post-presidential travels of Ulysses S. Grant, specifically embracing his speeches, receptions, and descriptions of his travels, and includes a biographical sketch of his life printed in both English and German. The book is an octavo bound in the publisher's green cloth. The front board and spine feature gilt-stamped titles and decorative ornaments, complemented by black-stamped borders and floral motifs. The spine title reads GEN. U. S. GRANT'S TOUR AROUND THE WORLD. L. T. REMLAP. Internally, the volume contains various illustrations, though some may be missing or damaged based on visible tape residue on facing pages.
Lot: 216 - H. Faucit, Shakespeare's Female Characters, 1893
This octavo volume is bound in the publisher's original blue cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative elements on the front board and spine. The front cover features stylized, ornate initial letters for the title and the author's name, accompanied by a central illustration of a leafy branch. The title page identifies this as the Fifth Edition, published in 1893 by William Blackwood and Sons of Edinburgh and London. The text consists of a series of essays written in the form of letters, focusing on eight of Shakespeare's female characters: Ophelia, Portia, Desdemona, Juliet, Imogen, Rosalind, Beatrice, and Hermione. Helena Faucit (1817-1898) was a celebrated Victorian actress, and this work reflects her interpretations of the roles she performed. The volume includes approximately 410 pages of text with a table of contents and a frontispiece portrait of the author. An orange auction sticker numbered 216 is affixed to the front cover.
Lot: 217 - Goodspeed, History of Moody & Sankey, c. 1876
This biographical work by Rev. E. J. Goodspeed, D.D., titled A Full History of the Wonderful Career of Moody and Sankey, in Great Britain and America, chronicles the evangelical ministries of Dwight L. Moody and Ira D. Sankey. The volume includes Moody's sermons, Sankey's songs, and various illustrations. It is bound in the publisher's original brown cloth, featuring black-stamped decorative borders and a central quatrefoil knot motif on the front cover. The spine is decorated with gilt-stamped title text and vertical ornamental flourishes. The frontispiece contains a steel plate portrait of Dwight L. Moody with a tissue guard, and the title page notes the inclusion of twelve other engravings from original drawings. The work was published by Henry S. Goodspeed and Company, located at 14 Barclay Street, New York.
Lot: 218 - Lives of Benjamin Harrison & Levi P. Morton, 1888
This octavo volume is bound in the original publisher's blue-gray cloth, featuring elaborate black-stamped Victorian decorative motifs on the front cover and spine. The front board displays the title Harrison and Morton in faded gilt, with the subtitle Lives and Public Services of contained within a circular stamped border. The lower portion of the front cover features a heraldic shield emblem depicting a log cabin and a wide-brimmed hat, iconic symbols associated with the 1888 Republican presidential campaign. The spine also bears the title Harrison and Morton in gilt. Internally, the book includes a formal dedication page to the Loyal Republican Voters of the United States of America and provides a detailed account of the candidates' careers, including the text of a political oration delivered by Senator Benjamin Harrison in Chicago on March 20, 1888. The work serves as a campaign biography produced for the 1888 United States presidential election.
Lot: 219 - Steele, Brief History of the United States, c.1885
This octavo volume is a late 19th-century school textbook titled A Brief History of the United States, authored by Joel Dorman Steele, Ph.D., F.G.S., and Esther Baker Steele, Lit.D., as part of the Barnes's Historical Series. The work was published by the American Book Company with offices in New York, Cincinnati, and Chicago. The book is bound in the publisher's original tan cloth with elaborate decorative stamping in black and gold on the front board and spine. The front cover features stylized lettering and a central rectangular panel containing geometric and celestial motifs, along with the American Book Company logo on a banner. Internally, the volume contains numerous wood-engraved illustrations and maps, including a decorative frontispiece and an illustrated preface page with a classical vignette of a figure revealing a coastal sunrise. The preface outlines a pedagogical design based on epochs, maps, and detailed collateral notes intended to foster national patriotism. The title page bears the ABC monogram of the American Book Company.
Lot: 220 - 19th-C. American Music Instruction Books & Hymnals
This lot comprises a collection of late 19th-century American musical publications, primarily focused on hymns and instrumental instruction. Included in the collection are Gospel Hymns No. 2 by P. P. Bliss and Ira D. Sankey, published by John Church and Company of Cincinnati and Biglow and Main of New York; Favorite Gospel Songs for Gospel Meetings and Sabbath Schools, edited by Mrs. Grace Weiser Davis and Reverend Elisha A. Hoffman, published by J. N. Davis in Jersey City, New Jersey; Beirly's Song Triumph for Singing Classes, Conventions and Societies, published by Alfred Beirly in Chicago, Illinois; The Emerson Method for Reed Organs by Emerson and Mathews, published by Oliver Ditson and Company of Boston and New York; and Richardson's New Method for the Piano-Forte. The grouping also includes a larger volume bound in red pebbled cloth with reinforced leather-style corners. The bindings are typical of the era, utilizing paper-covered boards with cloth-backed spines or full cloth. The front cover of Favorite Gospel Songs features a handwritten ownership inscription in ink for Mr. W. Terry. Several volumes feature printed price lists on the covers and small yellow pressure-sensitive adhesive stickers reading 220.
Lot: 221 - Span.-Amer. & Phil.-Amer. Wars Photo Hist. c.1899
This large-format folio volume serves as a photographic record of the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars. The book is half-bound in tan cloth with marbled paper over boards, featuring a traditional combed pattern in shades of red, yellow, and green. The tail of the spine is stamped with the mark Patent 468780, referring to William H. Brown's 1892 patent for bookbinding. The interior consists of numerous halftone photographic plates depicting military operations, personnel, and terrain. Featured subjects include the United States Army Medical Department in the field, views of trenches and lookout points south of Manila, and scenes from Santa Mesa. Specific captions include Medical Department Horse Litter Bringing in American Dead, Surgeons of the Second Division Hospital, Manila, Dressing Wounds of Captured Insurgents, and On the Trail to the Placer Mines. A prominent full-page plate features a portrait of a high-ranking naval officer, identified as Admiral George Dewey. The volume reflects the early era of photojournalism in military conflicts and is likely part of a subscription series from a publisher such as Neely or Harper.
Lot: 222 - Walker, The Cosmopolitan Magazine, Vol XVIII, 1895
This bound volume of The Cosmopolitan: A Monthly Illustrated Magazine comprises Volume XVIII, encompassing the monthly issues from November 1894 through April 1895. The work was published by The Cosmopolitan Press in Irvington-on-the-Hudson with a 1895 copyright by J. B. Walker. The book is bound in black pebbled cloth with gilt-stamped titles on the spine. A notable feature of this volume is the inclusion of the serialized work The Story of a Thousand by Albion W. Tourgee, which is accompanied by illustrations from Frederic Remington. The volume contains numerous black and white illustrations and engravings characteristic of the period's periodical literature. The format is a large octavo.
Lot: 223 - Scott, War of the Rebellion: Official Records 1886
This single octavo volume is an original printing from the monumental historical series, The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Specifically identified as Series I, Volume XII, Part II-Supplement, this work focuses on the Campaign in Northern Virginia in 1862. The volume was prepared under the direction of the Secretary of War by Lieutenant Colonel Robert N. Scott and published by the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. in 1886. The contents include vital military correspondence and official reports, including a significant section on page 1051 detailing the court-martial findings and sentencing of Major General Fitz John Porter following the Second Battle of Bull Run. The volume is bound in the publisher's original brown cloth.
Lot: 224 - Timayenis & Rawlinson, 2 Vols, 19th-C. History
This lot consists of two separate 19th-century historical works, each being the first volume of a larger set. The first item is T. T. Timayenis, A History of Greece From the Earliest Times to the Present, Volume I, published by D. Appleton and Company, New York and London, in 1882. This octavo is bound in original brown publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering to the spine, black decorative bands at the head and foot, and a central stamped medallion. The title page indicates the work includes maps and illustrations. The second item is George Rawlinson, The Five Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World (labeled on spine as Rawlinson's Ancient Monarchies), Volume I. This octavo is bound in blue cloth with gilt-stamped floral motifs and lettering across five ruled spine compartments. It contains a Preface to the Second Edition dated Oxford, November 1870.
Lot: 225 - Antique Brass Crotal Sleigh Bells on Leather Strap
A set of antique-style crotal bells mounted on a heavy, double-layered dark leather strap. The bells are cast from a copper-alloy metal, likely brass or bronze, and are decorated with cast stylized scroll patterns and concentric circles. Each bell features a central ridge and two circular sound holes. The bells are attached to a thick, dark leather strap which is folded at one end to create a hanging loop. This assembly is characteristic of traditional horse-drawn sleigh or carriage harnesses. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers are visible on the bells or the leather.
Lot: 226 - Double-Sided Hand-Painted Wood Antiques Sign
A vintage, double-sided hand-painted wooden directional sign advertising an antique shop. The sign is constructed from a single weathered horizontal wooden plank featuring a distressed white painted ground. The text and iconography are hand-rendered in black paint. One side features the word ANTIQUES in block-serif lettering above a left-pointing arrow and the distance 3 MI. The reverse side features the word ANTIQUES above a right-pointing arrow and the distance 3 MI. The sign exhibits a primitive folk art style typical of early to mid-20th-century American roadside trade signs. Several pre-existing mounting holes are visible along the top and bottom edges and through the body of the plank. Dimensions: approximately 36 x 8 inches (estimated based on standard plank proportions).
Lot: 227 - Vtg Long-Handled Landing Net w/ Wooden Handle
This is a vintage-style long-handled landing net, likely designed for fishing or pond maintenance. The item features a long, tapered wooden handle connected to a circular metal hoop frame. The hoop is wrapped in a black protective material and supports a fine-mesh net in a brownish-tan color. Two wire tension braces extend from the handle to the hoop for added structural stability. A white paper inventory tag is attached to one of the wire supports. No manufacturer markings, brand names, or model numbers are visible on the piece.
Lot: 228 - US War Dept War of the Rebellion Records 1880-1901
A group of volumes from the monumental historical work The War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, published by the United States Government Printing Office. These octavo-sized books are bound in the original publisher's dark navy cloth with gilt-stamped lettering on the spines. The volumes included are from Series I and contain primary source military documents, including reports and correspondence. Specific volumes visible cover the Chancellorsville Campaign, the Missouri Expedition, the Richmond and Appomattox Campaigns, and operations in Louisiana and the Trans-Mississippi States. The group includes volumes identified by serial numbers 39, 40, 84, 85, 95, 96, 97, 101, and 102. The interior pages, as seen in the Chancellorsville volume, contain detailed accounts of military movements and casualties, such as reports by Major Robert L. Bodine and Brigadier General Joseph W. Revere.
Lot: 229 - Walton Grip-Loc Metal Cantilever Tackle & Tool Box
This is a mid-20th-century metal cantilever-style box designed for use as either a fishing tackle box or a tool chest, manufactured by Walton Products, Inc. of Union, Illinois. Marketed under the Grip Loc brand, the unit features a dark forest green painted exterior. The interior utilizes a cantilevered linkage system that expands to reveal four levels of tiered trays, with two tiers on each side of the central storage well. The trays are divided into various compartment sizes, and several compartments retain their original cork lining. The exterior construction includes a central top-mounted metal handle, two draw-bolt latches, a central locking mechanism, and a piano-style rear hinge. A yellow, black, and red rectangular decal on the lid is inscribed: WALTON PRODUCTS, INC. Grip Loc TRADE MARK REG. TACKLE & TOOL BOXES UNION, ILLINOIS.
Lot: 230 - Hand-Carved Black Duck Hen Decoy, 12-Hole Ballast
This vintage hand-carved wooden duck decoy represents a black duck hen. The piece is constructed from two main components: a roughly carved body displaying prominent tool marks and a separately attached head with a smoother finish. The head is painted in a light tan or buff color with a characteristic dark horizontal stripe across the eye. The body is painted in a dark charcoal or black pigment. The underside of the decoy features a specialized construction consisting of a central longitudinal wooden keel flanked by twelve uniform, drilled circular holes designed for water ballast and weight adjustment. Hardware includes two rusted metal screw-eyelets, a metal clip, and a length of original fiber rigging cord wrapped around the keel. A blank, pre-printed identification tag is attached to the rear eyelet. No maker marks, brands, or signatures are visible on the exterior surfaces. The style and underside construction are consistent with decoys used in the Currituck Sound region, specifically resembling those associated with the Swan Island Club.
Lot: 231 - Hand-Carved & Painted Wooden Bluebill Duck Decoy
This is a hand-carved wooden duck decoy representing a bluebill drake. The body is constructed from solid wood and features a flat bottom with a central wooden keel secured by metal screws and two metal eyelets. The underside contains eight circular drilled-out recessed holes intended for lead weights. The head is detailed with a small yellow-painted eye and a broad bill. The decoy exhibits a traditional three-tone paint scheme consisting of black on the head and tail sections with a white-painted midsection. A weathered cord and metal clip are attached to the base. A small paper tag is attached to one of the eyelets with handwritten numbers 231 and 250. There are no visible maker marks or signatures on the item.
Lot: 232 - Pair Vtg Hand-Carved Combed Wood Duck Decoys
This lot consists of two hand-carved wooden duck decoys, identified as a mallard drake and likely a black duck or hen mallard. Both pieces feature a distinctive deeply combed or wire-brushed surface texture designed to eliminate glare during field use. The mallard drake is finished with a green head, a white neck ring, a yellow bill, and blue speculum patches on the sides. The second decoy is finished in a weathered brown tone with faint remnants of blue and white paint. Each decoy is constructed with a separate head section joined to the body and includes inset eyes. The mallard drake has a white paper auction tag attached with the number 232 handwritten on it. No maker's marks, signatures, or brands were identified during inspection. The style and construction, specifically the combed texture, are characteristic of early 20th-century commercial or regional working decoys.
Lot: 232A - Vintage Victor Mallard Drake Wood Duck Decoy
A vintage wooden mallard drake duck decoy manufactured by the Animal Trap Company of America. The underside of the body is incised with the maker mark VICTOR. The decoy is constructed of wood with a separate head joined at the neck and features a rasped, textured surface throughout the body. The piece is fitted with two inset glass eyes. The painted surface includes a dark green head, a yellow bill, a dark brown chest, and blue speculum patches on the wings.
Lot: 233 - Hand Carved Wood Duck Decoy w/ Cleveland ID Plate
An antique hand-carved wooden duck decoy, likely representing a black duck or mallard hen. The object features a separate head joined at the neck and is fitted with amber-colored glass eyes. The surface is heavily weathered, exhibiting significant paint loss that reveals the underlying wood grain and natural patina. The underside is equipped with a weighted metal keel bar secured by two slotted screws. A small, rectangular metal identification plate is attached to the bottom with stamped text. The plate reads: H E N E B E T T / 5 4 1 E 1 2 5 S T / C L E V E L A N D O, indicating a provenance or ownership associated with Cleveland, Ohio. The decoy is a classic example of a working bird designed for field use.
Lot: 234 - Vtg New Jersey Wood Canvasback Hen Decoy w/ Plate
This is a vintage hand-carved wooden Canvasback hen duck decoy, executed in a classic American working style. The decoy features a solid wood body with a separately carved head and a sloping bill profile characteristic of a diving duck species. Small glass beads or tacks are used for the eyes. The flat bottom of the decoy is fitted with a rusted iron strip keel weight held in place by two flat-head screws. A rectangular metal identification or property plate is attached to the underside. Transcription of property plate: Line 1: H . N . Line 2: 5 4 1 5 1 2 3 Line 3: B E L L E V I L L E . N . J . The decoy shows multiple layers of historical paint, indicating long-term functional use. An inventory tag is currently attached via a string to the keel.
Lot: 235 - Carved Wooden Bluebill Working Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
This is a hand-carved wooden working duck decoy representing a Bluebill or Scaup, an example of North American sporting folk art likely dating from the early-to-mid 20th century. The decoy features a solid body, potentially of two-piece construction indicated by a horizontal seam along the underside. It is fitted with inset amber-colored glass eyes and a flat metal keel strip secured to the base with fasteners. A notable feature is a rectangular metal reinforcement collar or bracket attached to the neck joint with four rivets or nails, which appears to be a historic repair intended for heavy field use. The decoy retains an old paint surface in the characteristic black and white pattern of a male Bluebill. There are no maker's marks or signatures visible on the item.
Lot: 236 - Bridgeport One-Piece Boy Scouts of America Hatchet
This is a vintage official Boy Scouts of America hatchet manufactured by the Bridgeport Hardware Manufacturing Corporation of Bridgeport, Connecticut. The tool features a one-piece forged steel construction integrating the head and the handle frame, finished with two riveted wood grip scales. The axe head is designed with a curved bit that includes a nail-pulling notch on the underside and a flat poll. The handle has a distinctive curved fawn foot shape. Markings include the official Boy Scouts of America fleur-de-lis emblem with an eagle and Be Prepared scroll embossed on the face of the head. The name Bridgeport is stamped within a raised rectangular border near the poll. The recessed area of the metal handle is stamped BRIDGEPORT HDWE. MFG. CORP. MADE IN U.S.A. Traces of original yellow stenciled lettering are visible on the handle, specifically the characters AX and a partial T, which originally identified it as an Official Scout Axe.
Lot: 237 - 10 Vtg Sohio Standard Oil of Ohio Road Maps
A collection of 10 vintage paper road maps issued by Sohio (The Standard Oil Company of Ohio), primarily dating from the mid-20th century. The group includes several variations of the Ohio state road map featuring different cover designs: a buckeye leaf and flower illustration, a stylized graphic of state resources titled a land of plenty, and a photographic collage of Ohio landmarks. Additional maps in the lot cover regional areas including the Southeastern United States, Northeastern United States, Eastern United States, and a combined map for Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. One item is a commemorative 1803-1978 Official Map for Ohio's 175th anniversary. The collection also features a promotional map with an illustration of a service station attendant and the text Compliments of your Sohio Station. Several maps bear the Rand McNally and Company copyright and the Sohio oval logo.
Lot: 238 - Sinclair, Esso & Greyhound Petroliana & Ephemera
This collection of vintage travel ephemera focuses primarily on the Mid-Atlantic and Ohio regions, dating from approximately 1939 through the 1960s. The lot includes various road maps, tour guides, and transit timetables from prominent petroliana and transportation brands. Included in the collection is a Sinclair Road Map for Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, featuring a promotional graphic for the 1939 World's Fair and an illustration of a service station attendant. An Esso (Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) Road Map for West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia is dated 1939. A vertical Esso Road Map with Pictorial Guide covers Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, with cover art of the Zwaanendael House in Lewes, Delaware. An Ohio Greyhound Bus Time Tables booklet is dated February 4, 1946, and features the iconic running greyhound logo. A Greyhound promotional brochure titled To and Through Great Cities of the East depicts the U.S. Capitol building. Two Sunoco Tour-Maps are present, one for the state of Ohio and another for the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia region. The collection also includes a 22 Wonder-Filled Entertaining Educational Tours of Ohio promotional brochure issued by the Ohio Department of Highways, mentioning Governor James A. Rhodes, and a West Virginia state parks and forests travel brochure from the Conservation Commission of West Virginia.
Lot: 239 - Tydol Motor Oil Bottle w/ Pouring Spout
A vintage one-quart motor oil bottle produced for the Tydol brand, a product of the Tide Water Associated Oil Company. The bottle is constructed of clear glass and is fitted with a friction-style red painted pouring spout. The front of the container features a distressed paper or decal label with the Tydol logo, consisting of the brand name in black text within a yellow circle over an orange background. Visible text on the label includes Superior Quality and Tide Water Associated Oil Company. The side of the glass is embossed with several regulatory marks required for service station use, including PA. SERIAL U-14, APPROVED, and NO. H-28. Below these markings is an embossed triangle containing the number 60 over MINN., representing state weights and measures approvals for Pennsylvania and Minnesota. The script trademark Duraglas is embossed near the base, identifying the bottle as a product of Owens-Illinois, a marking first introduced in 1940. The bottle retains some dark residual motor oil at the bottom.
Lot: 240 - Socony Glass Motor Oil Bottle, Metal Spout, c.1930
A vintage Socony (Standard Oil Company of New York) motor oil bottle, common to service stations in the early 20th century. The item consists of a clear glass bottle with a one-quart capacity and a screw-on tinned steel spout. The front of the glass bottle is embossed with the brand name SOCONY MOTOR OIL within a rectangular panel. The upper shoulder and neck are embossed with ONE QUART LIQUID and FILL TO LINE, situated above a horizontal fill line. The base of the glass bottle bears the embossed trademark of the Owens-Illinois Glass Company (a diamond superimposed over an O with an I in the center), a mark introduced in 1929. The base also includes numeric codes denoting factory and mold identification. The metal spout is embossed with SOCONY and the patent date PAT SEPT 14 1926. This type of equipment predates the standard use of sealed metal oil cans and was used to dispense bulk oil directly into vehicles. One quart liquid capacity.
Lot: 241 - Atlantic Refining Co. Motor Oil Bottle w/ Spout
This is a vintage one-liquid-quart motor oil service bottle featuring a clear glass body and a red-painted metal screw-on pour spout. The bottle was produced for The Atlantic Refining Company and features extensive embossed detailing. The front shoulder reads ONE LIQUID QUART above a circular seal embossed with THE ATLANTIC REFINING COMPANY surrounding a center logo with crossed arrows and the word ATLANTIC. The reverse side is embossed with APPROVED No H-23 and a triangular weights and measures mark for 80 MINN, with ATLANTIC MOTOR OIL at the base. The metal spout is typical of those manufactured by the Huffman Manufacturing Company, often identified by the H-prefix in the approval code. It features a knurled screw cap and a tapered pouring neck.
Lot: 242 - Vintage Handy Oiler Service Station Oil Bottle
Manufactured by the Handy Oiler Co. of Danville, Indiana, this vintage automotive lubricant dispenser consists of a clear glass vessel and a screw-on metal spout assembly. The bottle features a tapered neck and a cylindrical body with a weighted base for stability. The dispensing unit includes a threaded cap, a long tapered pouring spout, and an integrated internal breather tube designed to regulate flow during use. The glass body is heavily embossed with several lines of identifying text, including HANDY OILER, PAT'D. NOV. 28. 1922, HANDY OILER CO., and DANVILLE, INDIANA. Functional markings are also present, including a fill line near the shoulder labeled FILL TO THIS RING and a capacity mark stating ONE QUART LIQUID near the base. This piece represents a standard piece of service station equipment from the mid-20th century.
Lot: 243 - Rapid Oiler Co. Oil Bottle w/ Spout
This vintage motor oil service bottle was manufactured by the Rapid Oiler Co. of Danville, Indiana. The bottle is constructed of clear glass and is embossed on the front with the text RAPID OILER, RAPID OILER CO., and DANVILLE, IND. The reverse side of the bottle features an embossed graphic of an upward-pointing arrow with the instructional text FILL TO LINE ABOVE ARROW POINT and the capacity mark ONE FULL LIQUID QUART. It is fitted with a screw-on tapered pouring spout. The interior of the bottle contains a dark, viscous residue consistent with aged motor oil. This style of oiler was a common fixture in American service stations and garages during the 1920s and 1930s.
Lot: 244 - Marquette Glass Oil Bottle w/ Moore & Kling Spout
This antique liquid quart oil service bottle features a clear glass body manufactured by the Marquette Manufacturing Company of Saint Paul, Minnesota. The bottle is embossed with the company name and location in stylized lettering, along with the capacity marking One Liquid Quart. It includes functional instructions embossed on the side: Fill To Line At Arrow Point, accompanied by a molded fill line and arrow indicator. The lower section of the bottle features a triangular mark containing the number 12, with Minn. embossed below. The bottle is fitted with a removable metal pouring spout and screw-on collar manufactured by Moore & Kling Inc. of Boston, Massachusetts. The spout is stamped with a circular logo featuring a central MK monogram and the company name and location. A patent date of September 14, 1926, is embossed at the base of the spout mark. The item represents standard service station equipment from the late 1920s to the 1940s.
Lot: 245 - J.B. Rhodes Co. Oil Bottle w/ Master Spout
This antique petroliana item consists of a service station oil bottle and a dispensing spout. The bottle is constructed of clear molded glass and is embossed with the text Fill Line Above Arrow and One Full Liquid Quart, accompanied by an upward-pointing arrow graphic. The lower body of the bottle features the embossed script signature of J.B. Rhodes Co. above Kalamazoo, Mich. The screw-on spout is made of dark-patinated metal and bears an embossed circular logo for The Master Mfg. Co. of Litchfield, Ill., along with a patent date of Sept. 14, 1926. The spout assembly includes a knurled base for attachment and a small protective cap over the nozzle. These containers were standard equipment in American filling stations during the mid-20th century to dispense bulk motor oil to customers. A pink inventory sticker is affixed to the lower front of the bottle.
Lot: 246 - Pair Vtg 1-Qt Motor Oil Service Bottles w/ Spouts
This lot consists of a pair of vintage one-quart glass motor oil service bottles, each complete with a screw-on metal pouring spout. These bottles were a common sight in American service stations during the mid-20th century, used by attendants to fill crankcases with bulk oil. The bottles are made of clear glass and feature several embossed markings that served as weights and measures certifications for commercial use. The neck of each bottle is embossed with FILL TO LINE accompanied by an upward-pointing arrow. The shoulder features a rectangular box containing the text MASS. O-11-B SEAL, an identification mark frequently associated with the Master Manufacturing Co. of Litchfield, Illinois. The main body is embossed with ONE LIQUID QUART in prominent block lettering. Around the base area, additional state-specific seals are visible: PA SERIAL M-24 on the left, a triangle containing the number 64 over MINN in the center, and a circular seal containing N.C. M APPROVED on the right. The metal pouring spouts are constructed of dark-patinated steel or tin and feature a vertical seam and a slanted tip for directed pouring. Both bottles have small green adhesive inventory labels attached to the side. Height: 14.5 inches (approximate total height including spout) Diameter: 3.75 inches (approximate base diameter).
Lot: 247 - Coleman Model 286 One Mantle Lantern, July 1990
A vintage Coleman Model 286 adjustable single-mantle pressurized liquid fuel camping lantern. This unit features a red enameled steel ventilator and a red painted steel fount. The clear glass replacement globe is etched with the Coleman logo and replacement number 214A046C, noted as being made in Mexico. The front of the fount displays a decal reading Coleman ADJUSTABLE ONE MANTLE. The base of the lantern is stamped THE COLEMAN CO. INC. WICHITA, KANSAS U.S.A. with the date code 7 90, identifying it as being manufactured in July 1990. The lantern is equipped with a black plastic control knob marked for Off and High settings, a brass fuel filler cap, a side-mounted pump assembly, and a wire bail handle for carrying or hanging.
Lot: 248 - Birmingham Stove & Range 10-CHEF Cast Iron Skillet
This vintage cast iron chef skillet is attributed to Birmingham Stove & Range (BSR) as part of their Century Series. The pan features a traditional circular form with sloped sides, two integrated pour spouts, and a single handle characterized by a teardrop-shaped hanging aperture. The underside of the pan includes a raised inset heat ring. The base is incised with the size and model designation 10-CHEF positioned above a smaller X mark. This specific marking configuration is a recognized identifier for BSR production from the mid-20th century, specifically dating from the 1960s. The skillet is constructed of solid cast iron and exhibits the coarse surface texture typical of the brand's later Century Series pieces.
Lot: 249 - Le Creuset 8-Pc Chocolate Brown Cast Iron Cookware
An eight-piece set of vintage enameled cast iron cookware manufactured by Le Creuset in France. The collection features a chocolate brown vitreous enamel exterior finish and a cream-colored enamel interior. The set consists of two round Dutch ovens with dual integrated side handles and two saucepans with single long handles. All four vessels are accompanied by matching lids. The lids are fitted with black phenolic knobs secured by central metal screws. Interior lid markings include raised letters B and E, and numbers 16 and 18, alongside the manufacturer name LE CREUSET and MADE IN FRANCE.
Lot: 250 - Victorian Rococo Revival Cast Iron Vanity Mirror
This tabletop vanity mirror is designed in the Rococo Revival style, dating to the late 19th century. The frame is constructed of cast iron with a dark patinated finish and features an ornate pierced design composed of C-scrolls, acanthus leaves, and foliate motifs. A beaded inner border surrounds the circular mirror plate. The frame is supported by an integral base with two scrolled feet and a central decorative scroll. The reverse side is fitted with a circular cardboard backing held in place by four metal turn-tabs. No foundry marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps are visible on the cast iron frame or backing.
Lot: 251 - Art Nouveau Style Cast Brass & Glass Inkstand
This decorative desk set features a cast brass frame designed in the Art Nouveau style, characterized by asymmetrical organic forms and stylized foliate scrolls. The frame rests on four scrolling feet and incorporates an upright, conical pen holder on the right side. Centrally located within the frame is a square-bodied molded clear glass inkwell. The reservoir is topped with a decorative cast brass lid featuring a lobed, foliate design. The brass surfaces exhibit a characteristic aged yellow-gold patina with darker oxidation present in the recessed decorative areas. Indistinct embossed or cast characters are present on the reverse of the central decorative backplate, though they are not legible.
Lot: 252 - Antique Hand-Painted Wood & Leather Bellows
An antique fireplace hand bellows constructed of two black-painted wood panels joined by a brown leather gusset. The leather is secured to the wooden frames with a series of decorative brass-toned metal tacks. The front panel features hand-painted floral decoration consisting of a central red rose surrounded by white daisies and green foliage, enclosed by a gold-toned pinstripe border. An additional hand-painted rosebud motif appears on the handle. The bellows terminates in a tapered metal nozzle and includes a leather hanging loop at the upper end of the handle. The reverse panel is finished in black with a central circular air intake aperture.
Lot: 253 - American Split Oak Orchard Basket w/ Fixed Handle
This antique American utility basket is constructed from wide, hand-split oak splints in a traditional woven pattern. The piece features a circular form with a reinforced double-hoop rim secured by small metal tacks. A thick, stationary bentwood handle is integrated into the structure. The wood displays a dark, naturally aged patina with surface oxidation. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels are present on the body or base, although a white paper tag marked 253 is attached to the rim. The hand-split construction and hardware are characteristic of late 19th or early 20th-century utilitarian basketry, often referred to as an orchard or apple basket.
Lot: 254 - 3 Vtg Borden's & Philadelphia Wood Cheese Crates
A trio of vintage wooden cheese crates intended for shipping and retail display. The collection consists of one Borden's Eagle Brand crate, one Philadelphia Cream Cheese crate, and one unmarked crate. Each container is constructed of wood with finger-jointed corners. The Borden's crate features blue printed graphics. The text on the front includes the brand name Borden's in cursive, 6 - 3 OZ. PKGS., EAGLE BRAND CREAM CHEESE, and THE BORDEN COMPANY, NEW YORK, N.Y. The Philadelphia Cream Cheese crate displays large block lettering on the front. The side of this crate bears the KRAFT PHENIX trademark, including a hexagonal logo with a stylized K, used by the Kraft-Phenix Cheese Corporation during the second quarter of the 20th century. The third crate is similar in form and material but lacks printed advertising.
Lot: 255 - Electro Compound Co. Wire Pulling Wooden Bucket
This is a vintage industrial wooden bucket manufactured by the Electro Compound Company of Cleveland, Ohio. The vessel is constructed of wooden staves bound by two metal hoops. It features a wire bail handle with a turned wooden grip. A large, original paper label is adhered to the front, identifying the contents as Y-ER EAS, a wire pulling compound designed for use in the electrical industry on lead, rubber, and synthetic covered cables. The brand name is centered within a red stylized lightning bolt graphic. The label lists the manufacturer address as 4145 West 150th St., Cleveland 11, Ohio, and includes the telephone number ORchard 1-0411. The postal zone and alphanumeric telephone exchange format indicate a mid-20th-century production date.
Lot: 256 - Wood Stave Well Bucket w/ Iron Hoops & Bail Handle
An antique well bucket featuring traditional stave construction. The body consists of vertical wooden staves secured by three horizontal iron hoops. Two vertical metal side straps reinforce the structure and serve as attachment points for the handle. The bucket is equipped with a heavy iron bail handle that includes a central circular suspension loop. Handwritten characters 6637 in white are visible on the central iron hoop. Small traces of red paint or wax are present near the bottom rim. A white paper inventory tag is attached to the handle.
Lot: 257 - Salt-Glazed Octagonal Stoneware Master Ink Bottle
This is an antique salt-glazed stoneware bottle with an eight-sided octagonal body. The vessel features faceted sides that transition into sloped shoulders and a short neck ending in a thick, flaring, rounded rim. The exterior is finished with a salt glaze, resulting in a mottled tan and light brown coloration and a characteristic orange-peel texture. Small dark iron spots are visible on the surface, which are typical firing anomalies for this type of stoneware. The base of the bottle contains a small, circular impressed mark in the center; however, the characters within the mark are worn and illegible. This form is characteristic of 19th-century master ink bottles used for bulk ink storage and pouring.
Lot: 258 - 2 American Green Earthenware Grapes & Lattice Pcs
This lot features two pieces of American molded earthenware pottery finished in a mottled green glaze. The primary item is a large pitcher decorated with a Grape and Lattice relief pattern, consisting of molded grape clusters and foliage set against a square grid ground. The vessel is further embellished with raised zigzag borders at the top and bottom. It includes a large molded handle and a prominent pouring spout. The second item is a small deep bowl with a slightly flared rim and a molded basketweave or foliate pattern on the exterior. Both pieces are composed of a buff-colored clay body, characteristic of yellow ware. These items are consistent with early 20th-century production from the Ohio River Valley and are frequently attributed to Uhl Pottery. No manufacturer marks are present on either piece.
Lot: 259 - Pair 19th C. Salt Glazed Stoneware Utility Jugs
This lot consists of a pair of 19th-century American salt-glazed stoneware utility jugs. Both vessels feature an ovoid body tapering to a narrow neck with a slightly flared rim and an applied loop handle. One jug is finished in a warm tan or buff-colored slip with a subtle salt-glaze texture. The second jug is finished in a light gray color with a prominent and glossy orange peel salt-glaze texture. Neither vessel bears any visible maker marks, stamps, or capacity designations. The interior of the necks shows a dark brown ferruginous wash.
Lot: 260 - Southwestern Hand-Painted Ceramic Landscape Vase
This is a hand-painted earthenware ceramic vase featuring a Southwestern-style landscape motif. The vessel is constructed with a rounded, bulbous body tapering to a narrow neck and a flared rim. The exterior is decorated with a wraparound scene depicting an adobe pueblo-style dwelling, two stylized figures in teal and purple cloaks, and desert rock formations. The upper portion of the vase has a mottled blue and white application suggesting a sky, while the lower half is grounded by three horizontal black bands. The base is signed in light blue paint with the name Van followed by an illegible word in script.
Lot: 261 - Set 12 Civil War Era Carbon Steel & Wood Flatware
A set of twelve (12) antique flatware pieces comprising a service for six, including six knives and six forks. This collection features carbon steel blades and tines fitted with dark wood handles, potentially ebony or rosewood. The handles are decoratively inlaid with white metal, likely pewter or white bronze, in a cross-and-bar motif at both the bolsters and the pommels, secured by two pins. This style is highly characteristic of American cutlery from the mid-to-late 19th century. Due to surface oxidation, no maker's marks are legible, though the design is consistent with pieces produced by manufacturers such as J. Russell and Co. Green River Works during the Civil War era. The construction represents typical domestic cutlery prior to the widespread adoption of stainless steel.
Lot: 262 - Vtg Galvanized 6-Compartment Milk Bottle Carrier
A vintage milk bottle carrier constructed from galvanized metal flat straps secured with rivets. The carrier is divided into six rectangular compartments in a two-by-three configuration, designed for the transport of glass milk bottles. It features a central carrying handle with a turned wooden grip attached to a metal frame. The structure includes diagonal cross-bracing for stability. There are no visible manufacturer marks, brand names, or patent numbers on the item. A white auction tag marked 262 is attached to the bracing.
Lot: 263 - Two Navajo-Style Geometric Flatwoven Wool Rugs
This lot contains two Navajo-style flatwoven rugs constructed from wool. The first rug, positioned on the left, features a banded geometric composition with horizontal rows of repeating serrated diamond and lozenge motifs. The color palette for this piece consists of muted earth tones including ochre, tan, beige, and cream. The second rug, positioned on the right, displays a centralized geometric medallion design in the style of a Navajo Storm Pattern. It features a light grey field with stepped diamond and cross motifs in vibrant red, turquoise blue, and charcoal black, enclosed by a series of stepped, multi-colored borders. Both rugs are flatwoven with visible warp and weft textures typical of hand-woven wool textiles. No maker marks, signatures, or labels are visible on either piece.
Lot: 264 - 3 Vtg American Patchwork & Applique Quilts
This group of three vintage American quilts includes a hexagonal mosaic patchwork quilt, a duck motif crazy quilt, and a checkerboard scrap quilt. The first quilt features an all-over mosaic of hexagons constructed from a variety of vibrant floral, paisley, striped, and geometric prints. It is finished with a blue and white diagonal-striped binding and is machine-quilted in a continuous-line leaf and floral vine motif. The second item is a crazy quilt featuring seven panels with appliqu�d ducks and geese in various earth-tone fabrics. The irregular patchwork pieces are joined with white decorative feather stitching, also known as brier stitching. It is framed by a wide solid green border with maroon binding. The reverse features solid green fabric with hand-quilted geometric diamond and star patterns. The third quilt is a checkerboard design composed of square patches organized into distinct color-blocked sections, including a blue and white area and a red and yellow area, alongside various pastel and calico prints. This quilt features the same blue and white diagonal-striped binding as the hexagonal quilt and is machine-quilted with a repetitive heart and loop motif. The materials consist primarily of cotton and cotton-blend fabrics.
Lot: 265 - 3 Paul Dziak Signed Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoys
This collection consists of three hand-carved wooden duck decoys featuring a dark, high-contrast stained finish that highlights the natural grain of the wood. The decoys are constructed from a soft wood, possibly pine, with the heads carved as separate components and joined to the bodies. Each figure is outfitted with inset reddish-brown glass-style eyes and a glossy topcoat finish. The set depicts various duck species, characterized by differing head and bill shapes. One decoy is inscribed on the underside in black ink with the text MADE by Paul E. Dziak and dated Feb 1992. This same decoy also features a vintage mailing label identifying Mr. Paul Dziak with an address in Cleveland, Ohio. The bases of the decoys show multiple small, pre-drilled holes intended for mounting or the attachment of weights.
Lot: 266 - Charles Jobes Bufflehead Drake Wooden Decoy 2005
This hand-carved and painted wooden duck decoy by Charles Jobes depicts a male Bufflehead drake. The figure features a white body with gray and black painted feather details along the wings and tail. The head is rendered in dark tones with a large white patch, yellow eyes, and a blue-painted bill. The underside of the decoy is equipped with an inset rectangular lead weight and a metal circular tie-off ring. The base bears the handwritten signature Charles Jobes and is dated 2005. A small pink adhesive sticker numbered 266 is located on the bottom.
Lot: 267 - Dick Rhode Ducks Unlimited Pintail Drake Decoy
This lot features a decorative northern pintail drake duck decoy from the Ducks Unlimited Shooting Rig Collection. The decoy is characterized by its realistic form and detailed surface texturing. The head is painted dark brown with the species-typical white stripe extending from the side of the head down the neck. The bill is finished in blue-gray with black detailing at the base and tip. The body displays intricate painted vermiculation and feather patterns in shades of gray, tan, and black, with a green and purple iridescent speculum visible on the wing. The decoy is mounted on a wooden keel-style base. The base is inscribed with the text Ducks Unlimited Shooting Rig Collection and bears the signature Dick Rhode. A circular brass medallion featuring the Ducks Unlimited logo is inset into the center of the keel.
Lot: 268 - Amethyst and Milk Glass Covered Duck on Nest Dish, Attributed to L.G. Wright
A two-piece pressed glass novelty dish in the form of a duck on a nest. The lid features a translucent amethyst glass head and neck that transitions into an opaque white milk glass body. This bicolor effect is often associated with mid-20th-century production by companies such as Fenton for L.G. Wright, based on the original 1887 design by the Atterbury Glass Company. The lid is molded with stylized feather patterns, while the base features a conforming textured surface to resemble a nest. No manufacturer marks or logos are present on the glass. An orange adhesive tag with the number 268 is located on the interior of the base.
Lot: 269 - Art Deco Black Ceramic Kneeling Nude Sculpture
This Art Deco style sculpture depicts a kneeling female nude figure in a stylized pose with her arms crossed over her chest. The work is characterized by the simplified, elongated forms and smooth surfaces typical of the mid-20th century aesthetic. It is crafted from a ceramic material or chalkware with a uniform matte black finish. The interior body of the material is white, visible at a small point of loss on the right shoulder. The figure is self-based on its knees and feet. No signatures, foundry marks, or edition numbers are visible on the exterior surfaces of the work. This form is characteristic of decorative figurines produced by manufacturers such as the Alexander Backer Company or Royal Dux during the mid-20th century. Dimensions: Not provided.
Lot: 271 - Brass Double Arm Student Lamp w/ Ruby Ribbed Glass
This lot features an electric double-arm table lamp designed in the Victorian Revival student lamp style, accompanied by two clear chimneys and a pair of cased glass shades attributed to Aladdin. The shades match the Aladdin N302 ruby ribbed pattern. The lamp assembly is constructed of metal with a brass-colored finish, featuring a weighted circular stepped base that leads to a bulbous pedestal adorned with a gadrooned decorative band. Two curved arms extend from the central column to support the circular shade holders. The central column terminates in a large circular ring handle. The lamp is fitted with a brown plastic-coated electric cord. The shades are composed of cased glass with a vibrant ruby red exterior and a white milk glass interior, each featuring a prominent vertical ribbed pattern. The clear glass chimneys exhibit a traditional bulbous base and a straight neck. No manufacturer marks are visible on the metal base or glass components.
Lot: 272 - R.B. Co. Cast Metal Shell Base Gooseneck Desk Lamp
This vintage desk lamp is constructed with a decorative cast metal base featuring an embossed shell and foliate motif. The underside of the base bears the stamped markings R.B CO and the number 62. The lamp includes a flexible gooseneck arm finished in gold-tone paint, which terminates in a rounded metal dome shade. A black turn-knob switch is located on the socket. The unit is equipped with a brown two-prong power cord. This design is characteristic of mid-20th century industrial and office lighting produced by firms such as the Reading Brass Company.
Lot: 272A - Brass-Toned Double Student Lamp w/ Yellow Swirl
This double-arm electric table lamp is designed in the student style, reflecting a Victorian-revival aesthetic. The central post is constructed of brass-toned metal with a dark, aged patina and is topped by a circular carrying ring. Two curved arms extend from the central column to support burner-style housings. Each housing contains an electric socket and is fitted with a clear glass chimney and a vibrant yellow cased glass shade featuring a spiral-ribbed swirl pattern. The lamp rests on a weighted, stepped circular base. One burner assembly retains a small white tag numbered 272A. The lamp is wired for electricity with a brown two-prong cord and features individual turn-key switches on each burner assembly.
Lot: 273 - Pair attr. Fenton Celeste Blue Stretch
A pair of vintage iridescent stretch glass candlesticks in the Colonial pattern, attributed to Fenton Art Glass. The pieces are finished in a Celeste Blue color with an iridized surface treatment. Each candlestick features a wide hexagonal base, a multi-faceted paneled stem, and a bulbous knop below a flared, circular candle cup. There are no visible manufacturer marks. One candlestick has a small white sticker on the base with the number 27. Approximate height: 8.5 - 10 inches.
Lot: 274 - Victorian Blue Opalescent Shingle Pattern Pitcher
This Victorian-era opalescent glass pitcher is featured in the Shingle pattern, also referred to as the Fish Scale or Imbricated pattern. The vessel is constructed of mold-blown glass with a milky white opalescence that transitions to a translucent blue at the pattern depths and base. The body is bulbous with a repeating overlapping scale motif. It features a crimped, scalloped rim and an applied translucent blue reeded handle, commonly known as a celery handle. The base is smooth and concave with no visible pontil scar. No factory maker marks are present on the piece. This item is attributed to the Northwood Glass Company, circa late 19th century. A small white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 274 is located on the base.
Lot: 275 - Marigold Carnival Glass Harvest Grape Punch Set
This ten-piece punch set is attributed to the Indiana Glass Company and features the Harvest Grape pattern. The collection is crafted from marigold iridescent glass. The punch bowl is designed with a scalloped, serrated rim and features an embossed motif of grapes and leaves around the upper shoulder. The lower exterior of the bowl is decorated with a row of large, vertical oval thumbprint panels and finished with a fluted base. The interior bottom of the bowl is molded with a sunburst pattern. The set includes eight matching punch cups, each adorned with the same embossed grape and leaf design and a single handle. A matching amber glass ladle with a curved handle and a double-pour spout is also included. A temporary label marked with the number 275 is located on the interior of the bowl.
Lot: 276 - Vtg Ceramic Corn-Themed Tableware
This collection consists of ceramic tableware items molded in the form of husked ears of corn. The group includes several elongated serving boats designed for corn-on-the-cob and a single upright salt or pepper shaker shaped as a partially husked ear. The items are constructed from earthenware finished with a high-gloss polychrome glaze in vibrant yellow and green. Two slightly different mold patterns are present among the serving dishes: one group features a solid yellow center and a swirl-textured base, while the other group features white-highlighted kernels and triangular kiln rests on the underside. No maker marks, signatures, or factory stamps are visible on the pieces.
Lot: 277 - Pyrex Autumn Harvest Cinderella Mixing Bowls (3)
This set of three graduated nesting mixing bowls is manufactured by Pyrex, a brand of Corning Glass Works, in the Autumn Harvest pattern. Produced between 1979 and 1986, the pattern features white stylized wheat stalks printed over a shaded burnt orange or rust-colored exterior finish. The bowls are made of white opal milk glass and feature the Cinderella design, which incorporates integrated dual-purpose handles that also function as pour spouts. Each bowl is marked on the base with embossed text including the manufacturer name, model number, capacity, and usage instructions for oven and microwave use. The collection includes the three smaller sizes from the standard four-bowl nesting set. Model 441: 1.5 pint Model 442: 1.5 quart Model 443: 2.5 quart.
Lot: 278 - Hazel-Atlas Attrib. Set 4 Enameled Glass Tumblers
A set of four clear glass drinking tumblers featuring a three-color screen-printed enamel decoration in the Kitchen Aids pattern, attributed to the Hazel-Atlas Glass Company. The design consists of three distinct horizontal bands: a rose-colored scrolling floral and heart border at the rim; a central array of white kitchen-themed motifs including a tea kettle with a heart, a coffee percolator, a hand-crank coffee grinder, a trivet, and various kitchen utensils; and a light blue scrolling floral border at the base. The vessels have a tapered, cylindrical form. No manufacturer's marks are visible on the pieces. Height: Approximately 5 inches Diameter: Approximately 2.75 inches.
Lot: 279 - Pyrex Snowflake Blue 441 Cinderella Mixing Bowl
A vintage Pyrex Cinderella-style mixing bowl, model number 441, which was the smallest size in the standard nesting set. The bowl is crafted from white opal glass and features the Snowflake Blue pattern, also known as Snowflake Blue Garland. This pattern consists of a blue transfer-printed border of scalloped lines, dots, and stylized snowflake or starburst motifs. The bowl is designed with a characteristic pour spout and an integrated tab handle. The base is marked with an embossed stamp that reads: PYREX TRADEMARK OVENWARE, MADE IN USA, 441, 1 1/2 PT. Dimensions: 7.5 inches wide (handle to spout) x 3.25 inches high.
Lot: 281 - Pair Glasbake & Fish-Shaped Glass Serving Dishes
A two-piece set of clear pressed glass serving dishes, both featuring a fish motif. The collection consists of one large oval serving bowl and one smaller shallow serving plate. The large bowl is marked on the base with a molded rectangular mark reading USA GLASBAKE J 514. This piece features an embossed scale texture on the exterior and a linear skeletal design with a smooth central circular medallion on the interior base. The smaller shallow plate features detailed molded characteristics including a large eye, gills, rayed fins, and a textured scale body. No maker mark is visible on the smaller plate. Both items are constructed from clear pressed glass, often associated with oven-proof utility ware from this period.
Lot: 282 - Burlington, Artone & Wood & Son Jugs & Teapot
This collection of six ceramic vessels is comprised of five character jugs and one miniature teapot, predominantly of English origin. The pieces are constructed from glazed earthenware, featuring hand-painted polychrome enamel decoration. The largest piece is a seated Toby jug titled The Winker by Burlington Ware, depicting a man winking in a black tricorn hat, orange coat, and green breeches. The base is marked with a black printed backstamp reading Burlington WARE MADE IN ENGLAND within a rectangular frame, alongside the hand-painted script title The Winker. An Artone miniature character teapot is formed as a man's head with a blue handle and spout, featuring a removable lid in the shape of a turquoise top hat. The base bears a circular black backstamp reading ARTONE ENGLAND HAND PAINTED. A second Artone piece is a small character jug depicting a masked highwayman in a blue coat holding a pistol and a gold bag, marked on the base with a small green printed stamp reading ARTONE ENGLAND. The collection includes a small seated Toby jug on a square base by Wood and Son, showing a man in a green coat and yellow breeches holding a foaming mug. The base is marked with a black printed stamp reading TOBY by WOOD and SON ENGLAND with a lion passant logo and an incised No 3. A diminutive standing character jug features a figure in a blue coat and yellow breeches on a green base, stamped in black on the underside with the word JAPAN. The final piece is a small seated Toby jug finished in a monochromatic honey-brown glaze, featuring an impressed shape on the partially glazed base without a visible manufacturer name.
Lot: 283 - Set 5 Japanese Ceramic Character & Toby Jugs
A collection of five ceramic jugs depicting various characters, produced in Japan for the export market during the mid-20th century. The set consists of a winking man character jug in a green coat and red bow tie holding a brown bottle; an elderly woman character jug in a pink dress and green shawl carrying a basket; a large Toby jug in a black tricorn hat, blue coat, and yellow waistcoat; a smaller Toby jug in a blue coat with a prominent brown handle; and a small character jug finished in a monochrome green glaze. All items are crafted from glazed earthenware and feature hand-painted details over the glaze. Three pieces carry marks of Japanese origin: the winking man and the woman with a basket both have a green backstamp containing a stylized monogram under the arching text Hand Painted and above the words MADE IN JAPAN; the larger Toby jug features a red circular floral logo over the word JAPAN. The smaller Toby jug is unmarked except for handwritten initials J.S. in black ink on the base. The green-glazed jug has handwritten notations in ink on the underside but no factory marks.
Lot: 284 - Vtg Gulf Oil Promotional Glass Marbles in Mesh Bag
A collection of vintage glass marbles produced as a promotional item for Bains Gulf Service in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The set is housed in its original packaging, which consists of a yellow plastic mesh bag stapled to an orange cardboard header. The front of the header features a blue rectangular field with white and yellow text reading FOR FRIENDLY CAR SERVICE, SHOOT STRAIGHT, and for this Sign, positioned next to the Gulf Oil circular logo. The reverse of the header identifies the local station as BAINS GULF SERVICE and NEW BETHLEHEM, PA. and displays a smaller Gulf logo. The bag contains an assortment of glass marbles featuring patch and swirl patterns in colors including green, blue, orange, red, and yellow. The style of the marbles is consistent with mid-20th-century American production by companies such as Vitro Agate or Akro Agate.
Lot: 285 - 31 Antique Bennington & Glazed Marbles
This lot consists of approximately 31 antique marbles, dating from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The collection is composed of both glazed and unglazed clay and stoneware. Included are several examples in the Bennington style, characterized by mottled brown and cobalt blue salt-glazes. The assortment also features glazed ceramic marbles in shades of solid cobalt, white, mustard yellow, and a tan speckled finish. The pieces vary in size from small peewees to larger shooters. A notable manufacturing characteristic present on many of the glazed specimens is the appearance of kiln marks, also known as eyes, which are small circular unglazed spots where the marbles rested during the firing process. These marbles were produced using molded and fired ceramic techniques. No manufacturer marks are visible on the items, which is typical for production marbles of this era.
Lot: 286 - Vtg Blue & White Swirl & Patch Glass Marbles
A collection of vintage glass marbles featuring a predominantly white opaque base. The marbles are decorated with varying patterns of blue, including swirls, patches, and streaks. The blue coloration ranges from light sky blue to deep cobalt. A small number of marbles exhibit secondary shades of cream or light gray. The patterns visible are consistent with styles produced by mid-20th-century American manufacturers such as Vitro Agate, Akro Agate, and Peltier, although no manufacturer marks or original packaging are present to confirm specific attribution. The items are housed in a clear resealable plastic bag.
Lot: 287 - 87 Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass Specimen
This collection consists of approximately 87 vintage glass marbles of varying designs, including swirls, patches, and corkscrews. The marbles are fashioned from both opaque and translucent glass in a diverse color palette. Many specimens exhibit patterns and color combinations associated with mid-20th-century American manufacturers such as the Peltier Glass Company and Akro Agate. Under ultraviolet light, one marble demonstrates an intense, bright green fluorescence characteristic of uranium glass. The marbles are contained within a shallow rectangular red cardboard tray featuring a paper label marked with the handwritten lot number 287.
Lot: 288 - Trio Vtg Western New York Advertising Thermometers
A collection of three mid-20th-century advertising thermometers featuring regional business promotions and scenic illustrations. The first item is a vertical thermometer for N. L. Smith Lumber Co. located at 802 Main St., Dunkirk, New York. It features a color print of a coastal lighthouse and sailboats on a rocky shore, housed in a textured dark brown frame with a faux-wood grain. The second item is a salesman's sample thermometer, used to demonstrate printing services. It features a rustic watermill scene and carries the text Your Advertisement Neatly Printed In This Space along with Sample No. 357 and Print No. 19. This piece is held in a brown frame with a geometric border and features a cardboard backing with an integrated fold-out stand marked Patent Pending. The third item is a horizontal thermometer for Freddie's Liquor Store located at 970 Sycamore, Buffalo 12, New York. This piece features two pin-up girl illustrations in the glamour style, with the illustration on the right bearing the signature Coles. The use of the Buffalo 12 postal zone and the TA. 1605 telephone exchange indicates a production date prior to the 1963 implementation of ZIP codes. All three items feature glass thermometer tubes mounted over printed scales.
Lot: 289 - Trio Advertising & Souvenir Framed Thermometers
This lot consists of three mid-20th century vintage advertising and souvenir thermometers. The first item is a framed advertising thermometer plaque for Hilltop Dairy of East Hampton, Connecticut. It features a circular window depicting a winter cottage scene. The front is printed with Hilltop Dairy Quality Dairy Products, 35 W. High St., East Hampton, Conn., DE 2-7676. The item is encased in a gold-toned metal frame with a wood-grain patterned background. The reverse is marked Series WP-47-T, Wood Panel Plaque, Picture No. 13 and bears a 1958 date stamp. The second item is a framed pictorial advertisement with an inset thermometer for insurance agent Clayton F. Lloyd. The lithograph print features a young girl in a green dress and is captioned Listen, Folks! I Insure with Clayton F. Lloyd Agent for Home Ins. Co. and Fidelity and Casualty Co. It is housed in a dark-stained wooden frame under glass. The third item is a landscape souvenir thermometer from Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It features a color image of a sailboat in the Thousand Islands near Boldt Castle. The silver-toned metal frame has a wood-grain patterned background with a thermometer on the right side. The back is marked Fabrique au Canada and Made in Canada with the rooster logo for adcrafter.
Lot: 290 - Quaker State Motor Oil Signs & Decals, c. 2000
A collection of Quaker State branded advertising and promotional materials, primarily consisting of New Old Stock items from circa 2000. The lot includes various printed cardstock signs and vinyl decals. Featured items include a large rectangular sign with the tagline For Longer Engine Life and a square sign for FCI Fleet Commercial Industrial services bearing the code 3002165. Also included is a stack of rectangular dealer signs promoting the 250,000 Mile / 10 Year Lubrication Limited Warranty, marked with copyright 2000 Quaker State Corporation and code 3000521. The assortment contains stacks of rounded rectangular vinyl decals mirroring the primary brand logo and tagline, a bundle of small square 4X4 Protected Vehicle stickers in original plastic packaging, and a shrink-wrapped stack of narrow rectangular engine decals instructing to Use Quaker State Motor Oils Only, bearing part number 59268. All items feature the characteristic green, yellow, and red color scheme of the Quaker State brand.
Lot: 291A - Quaker State Automotive Promo & Sales Ephemera
This lot consists of a collection of Quaker State automotive promotional materials and sales ephemera dating from the early-to-mid 1990s. The set includes a green vinyl sales portfolio with gold-tone metal corner protectors, stamped in gold-tone lettering with the Quaker State logo and the tagline "The intelligent oil." The interior of the portfolio features multiple document pockets and contains a small white plastic promotional pen. Also included within the portfolio is a printed promotional card featuring a graphic of an oil bottle on wheels with the text "Tough Driving Conditions Demand A Higher Level Of Performance," specifying "SAE 10W-30 MOTOR OIL" and citing "API SERVICE SH, SG/CC, CD" standards. The collection includes a group of green pinback buttons, each featuring the slogan "IS YOUR OIL INTELLIGENT? QUAKER STATE FOR LONGER ENGINE LIFE" with the company's "Q" logo. Completing the lot are multiple large-format rolled banners or signs featuring the Quaker State logo and the motto "FOR LONGER ENGINE LIFE," constructed from a heavy-duty vinyl or synthetic material.
Lot: 292 - Vtg Transportation & Travel Postcards & Ephemera
A collection of vintage postcards and travel-related ephemera primarily focused on mid-20th-century transportation themes. The maritime segment includes depictions of significant ocean liners and historic vessels such as the Queen Elizabeth, the Mauretania in New York Harbor (published by Pach NY), the Commodore Cruise Line ship SS Boheme (titled The Happy Ship), the whaleback steamer Christopher Columbus, and the U.S. Battleship Virginia. Regional interest cards featuring watercraft include the steamer Sagamo, paddle steamers on Chautauqua Lake, NY, and sponge boats in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The aviation component features several cards depicting United Air Lines aircraft in flight and on airport tarmacs with vintage propeller planes. This section also includes a fragment of a United Air Lines in-flight menu detailing dessert and beverage options. Space exploration is represented by a postcard of the Apollo lunar module on the moon's surface. Additional scenic subjects include La Crosse Harbor on the Mississippi River in Wisconsin. The collection encompasses various postcard eras including white border, linen, and chrome styles. Notable transcriptions include PACH N.Y. on the Mauretania card and title 83. PASSING AND REPASSING ALL THE LIVE LONG DAY, CHAUTAUQUA LAKE, N.Y. on the lake steamer card. Dimensions vary, generally 3.5 x 5.5 inches.
Lot: 293 - Lee-Metford Pattern 1888 Mk I Type II Bayonet
A British Pattern 1888 Mk I Type II bayonet, designed for use with the Lee-Metford and early marks of the Magazine Lee-Enfield (MLE) rifles. The bayonet features a straight, double-edged steel blade with a medial ridge, tapering to a sharp point. The hilt consists of an iron crossguard with an integrated muzzle ring and a forward-swept quillon ending in a ball terminal. The grips are fashioned from two slabs of dark wood, likely walnut, secured to the tang by two flush brass rivets. The steel pommel incorporates a spring-loaded press-stud release mechanism. The ricasso bears several deeply struck military inspection and proof marks including a Broad Arrow (Pheon) indicating British Government property, a Birmingham inspection stamp consisting of a Crown over B over 35, and a large capital letter X indicating the blade passed the factory bend test. A small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 293 is present on the blade. No scabbard is present.
Lot: 294 - Case XX 5 Dot 1975 6265 SS Folding Hunter Knife
A vintage large folding hunter pattern pocket knife, model 6265 SS, manufactured by W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Co. The knife features a two-blade configuration, including a master clip point blade with a saber grind and a large skinner blade. The master blade tang is stamped with USA 6265 SS. The secondary blade tang features the CASE XX mark with a five-dot dating system (three dots above and two below), identifying the year of manufacture as 1975. The handle is constructed from dark brown jigged bone with brass liners and pins. It features polished nickel silver bolsters and a nickel silver Case shield inlay. Blade length: 4 inches.
Lot: 295 - Royal Brand USA 3-Blade Stockman w/ Jigged Bone
This vintage three blade folding pocket knife is a stockman-style pattern manufactured by Royal Brand, a division of the National Silver Company. The knife features three carbon steel tools: a primary clip point blade, a secondary pen blade, and a leather punch or awl. The tang of the primary blade is clearly stamped with the marks ROYAL BRAND over U.S.A. The handle scales are constructed of jigged bone, secured to brass liners with three brass pins. The knife is finished with rounded nickel silver bolsters at both ends.
Lot: 296 - 8 Zippo & Advertising Windproof Flip-Top Lighters
A collection of eight windproof, flip-top pocket lighters in various styles and finishes. Several items in the group are identified as Zippo brand by visible markings. The assortment includes one standard brushed chrome lighter and one chrome lighter featuring the Zippo brand name in white text on a black horizontal band. An advertising lighter for Budweiser features the brand logo and is marked on the base with Zippo, Bradford, PA, Made in U.S.A. The collection also includes a brass-toned lighter with an applied high-relief emblem of a bucking horse and rider. Other designs include a vibrant multi-colored peacock motif, a chrome lighter etched with the novelty text I HAVE ISSUES, and a chrome lighter with a United States Air Force service decal. Completing the lot is a chrome lighter featuring an all-over embossed floral scroll pattern. Each lighter is constructed with a metal outer case and includes its original interior fuel chamber and chimney mechanism.
Lot: 297 - WWII US Army Medals & Insignia: Daniel D. Denny
A group of personal military artifacts associated with United States Army personnel Daniel D. Denny. The collection includes a white metal curb-link identification bracelet with a central plate hand-engraved PFC Daniel D. Denny. Military awards consist of an Army Good Conduct Medal in bronze with its original red and white striped ribbon, an American Defense Service Medal ribbon bar featuring two bronze service stars, and a ribbon bar for the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal. Insignia includes a pair of gold-toned pin-back bars for the rank of Second Lieutenant and one US block-letter collar brass pin. Equipment included in the lot consists of a vintage brass padlock stamped US on the body with a corresponding flat brass key stamped 1032, attached to a steel jack chain. Also included is a heavy double-linked white metal watch chain or lanyard featuring a spring-loaded clip marked DEPOSE and a swivel snap hook.
Lot: 298 - An Assortment of Vintage Fashion and Costume Rings
An assortment of fashion and costume rings in various decorative styles. The collection includes engagement-style solitaires, multi-stone cocktail rings, wedding-style bands, and ornate filigree pieces. Metals consist of gold-tone and silver-tone finishes, with some pieces showing underlying base metal. Notable markings include one silver-tone ring stamped 14K HGE (indicating 14 karat heavy gold electroplate) and a gold-tone solitaire marked 14K GERMANY. The assortment features a variety of settings, including prong, bezel, and cluster arrangements. Decorative elements include faceted clear stones, various colored stones in hues of blue, pink, green, and red, a large faux pearl, and a cameo-style insert featuring a profile portrait of a figure in a hat.
Lot: 299 - Vtg Chrome-Plated Medieval Knight Table Lighter
A vintage mid-century figural table lighter attributed to Eric Wedemeyer, modeled as a medieval knight in full plate armor. The chrome-plated figure is depicted in a frontal standing pose, wearing a stylized 16th-century style suit including a fluted breastplate, pauldrons, and a crested closed helmet. The figure is mounted to a circular tiered base composed of a central black plastic or Bakelite disc between two chrome-plated metal rings. The construction includes visible assembly screws on the reverse of the torso and a vertical seam on the base. A white adhesive inventory label with the handwritten number 299 is present on the front of the base.
Lot: 300 - Adrienne & Venice Fashion Watches, Set 9
An assortment of nine ladies fashion wristwatches in various decorative styles and materials. The collection includes two watches by the brand Adrienne: one features a large octagonal blue faceted glass case with gold-tone borders set with small clear stones on a blue crocodile-embossed leather strap, and the second features a turquoise-style stone dial and bezel inlay on a light green embossed strap. One Venice brand watch is included, featuring a white dial with Arabic numerals and a millefiori glass-style floral bezel on a pink crocodile-embossed leather strap. The lot also contains a pink composite or ceramic-style watch with a skeletonized dial revealing a mechanical movement, accented by a stone-set silver-tone bezel and matching link bracelet. Additional pieces include a large gold-tone watch with a dial fully pav�-set with clear stones on a black strap, a silver-tone globular watch encrusted with stones with a small rectangular dial window, a leopard print openwork cover watch on a grey textured shagreen-style strap, and a leopard print dial watch on a brown leather strap. One item is a black-tone watch head featuring a multicolored rhinestone-set dial without a strap. Movements appear to be primarily battery-powered quartz with the exception of the skeletonized model. No original boxes or documentation are present. Case sizes: 24mm to 46mm.
Lot: 301 - 1991 Collect-A-Card Corvette Card Set in Binder
1991 Inaugural Edition Vette Set Corvette Premium Collector's Cards by Collect-A-Card Corp. The collection includes cards depicting Chevrolet Corvette models from 1953 to 1991, along with Corvette brand emblems and a subset dedicated to racing legend Mario Andretti. Individual cards feature Vette Set in script at the top and specific identifiers in the bottom corners, such as model years for vehicles, FE for emblems, and MA for Mario Andretti. The cards are stored in nine-pocket plastic sleeves within a white three-ring binder. The binder cover features a promotional decal with the text 1991 Inaugural Edition VETTE SET and mentions the possibility of randomly inserted autographed cards.
Lot: 302 - Louis Marx & Co Attrib. Set 7 Plastic Cowboy Figs
A set of seven vintage Western-themed toy cowboy figures, attributed to Louis Marx and Company. These figures are constructed from molded hard plastic in two distinct colors: orange and a tan or cream tone. The collection features figures in three specific action poses. Several figures are depicted in a quick-draw gunslinger pose, each holding two revolvers and wearing dual hip holsters. One orange figure is modeled in a crouching stance holding a rifle or carbine. The remaining figures are in an active pose designed to hold a rope accessory, with one figure retaining a molded coiled lasso. These large-scale figures are characteristic of the Western playset accessories manufactured by Marx during the mid-1960s. Each figure is set on an integral flat plastic base.
Lot: 303 - 13 Vtg Plastic Toy Figures, attr. Louis Marx & Co
This lot consists of thirteen vintage-style molded plastic figures in a large scale, with several designs attributed to Louis Marx and Company based on established mold patterns and scale. The collection spans multiple genres and historical periods. Military figures include three green soldiers in various combat stances, two tan soldiers (one in a prone aiming position and one in a falling or seated pose), and one gray figure depicting a World War II German soldier aiming a rifle. Historical and fantasy figures include a silver-toned knight in full plate armor holding a polearm and four Native American figures depicted as an archer, a chief in a feather headdress, and warriors with a club and spear. The collection also includes a white astronaut in a detailed pressurized spacesuit and an orange civilian figure portraying a man with a cane. Each figure is a static, non-articulated casting in solid colored plastic with an integrated base. No manufacturer marks are visible on the exterior of the figures.
Lot: 304 - 11 Marx Style Toy Soldiers
This collection consists of 11 toy soldiers produced in the style of the Louis Marx and Company 6-inch series. Each figure is constructed from molded green plastic and stands on an integral irregular base. The assortment features a variety of combat and support poses, including riflemen in firing and advancing positions, a soldier throwing a grenade, a soldier with a submachine gun, and a radio operator. The figures are modeled after mid-20th-century United States infantry, showing detailed sculpting of uniforms, helmets, and weaponry. Height: Approximately 6 inches.
Lot: 307 - Mid-Century Modern Lathe-Turned Wooden Bowl
A lathe-turned wooden bowl featuring a shallow, rounded form with a golden-honey finish. The interior of the piece displays a prominent concentric circular grain pattern, while the exterior sides show a wavy grain. The base is flat and slightly recessed with a circular foot. Small mechanical indentations, characteristic of the turning process, are visible in the center of the base. The bowl bears no visible maker's marks, signatures, or backstamps. Its form and construction are consistent with mid-century woodenware produced by manufacturers such as the House of Myrtlewood or the Wolverine Wooden Bowl company. A small white rectangular inventory sticker is present on the interior rim.
Lot: 308 - Gothic Revival Wood 4-Tier Corner Wall Shelf
A four-tier corner whatnot or etagere designed in the Gothic Revival style, likely dating to the mid-20th century. The piece is constructed from stained wood, possibly maple or a similar hardwood, with a honey-toned finish. It features three graduated open shelves positioned above a larger bottom shelf, all of which are fixed. The side panels are decorated with reticulated fretwork in the form of elongated pointed cathedral arches. The top of each tier is accented with stylized finials, and the unit is supported at the base by a decorative scroll-cut corner bracket. This item is designed to be wall-mounted or placed in a corner. A small white rectangular label is present on the underside of the bottom shelf, though no characters are legible.
Lot: 309 - 3pc Blue & White Mottled Enamel Double Boiler Set
This vintage double boiler set is composed of three components: a lower pot, an upper insert pot, and a matching lid. The set is manufactured from metal with a blue and white mottled enamel finish, a style frequently referred to as graniteware. The exterior decoration consists of a blue base layer with a white speckled or splattered pattern, while the interior surfaces are finished in white enamel. Both the upper and lower pots feature long, tapered handles with integrated hanging loops at the ends. The lower pot includes a secondary wire loop handle on the opposite side to assist with pouring or lifting. The domed lid is fitted with a central rounded knob. There are no visible manufacturer marks, brand names, or country of origin stamps on the set. A small white paper sticker with the handwritten number 309 is present on the top of the lid.
Lot: 310 - 3 Vtg Enamel & Graniteware Basin, Bowl & Bundt Pan
This collection consists of three pieces of vintage enamel-coated metalware. The set includes a large rectangular baking pan with integrated handles, a round basin with two loop handles, and a fluted bundt cake pan. The rectangular pan features a blue and white speckled graniteware exterior finish with a white interior. The round bowl is finished with a dark, mottled exterior exhibiting iridescent qualities and a white interior. The fluted bundt pan has a dark glossy exterior and a grey and white speckled interior. No manufacturer marks, patent dates, or serial numbers are visible on any of the items. Small white adhesive labels with the handwritten number 310 are adhered to the interiors of the rectangular pan and the round bowl.
Lot: 311 - Trio Vtg Gray Mottled Graniteware Kitchen Items
A trio of vintage kitchen items crafted from gray and white mottled enamelware, a style frequently known as graniteware. The collection comprises a large round basin, a footed colander with an attached wire handle, and a rectangular baking pan. Each piece is made from enameled steel featuring a distinctive speckled finish. There are no visible manufacturer marks, stamps, or country of origin markings on the items. Each item has a small white adhesive label with the handwritten number 311.
Lot: 312 - Two Savory Enamelware Cooking Vessels
This lot features two pieces of vintage American enamelware produced by Savory, originally a brand of the Republic Metalware Co. of Buffalo, New York. The set includes one large oval roasting pan with a high-domed lid and one round covered pot. Both vessels are constructed from pressed sheet metal finished with a light blue-gray mottled vitreous enamel, commonly known as graniteware, with dark trim along the rims and handles. The maker name SAVORY is clearly embossed on the exterior side of the roasting pan base and on the top of the round pot lid. The oval roaster is designed with a deep base, dual side handles, and a single loop handle on the lid. The round pot features a deep cylindrical body and a lid with a single central loop handle. Measurements: Oval Roaster: Large-capacity Round Pot: Medium-sized.
Lot: 313 - Rival Press No. 8 & Metal Kitchenware & Bakeware
An assortment of vintage and antique metal kitchenware and utensils manufactured from materials including tin, aluminum, and cast iron. The collection features a large manual citrus press embossed with the mark RIVAL PRESS 8, BELMONT HARDWARE, U.S.A. One metal cutter tool is incised with the patent date PATD JULY-5-21. The group also includes a tube cake pan with a central chimney, a box-style grater with a wire loop handle, a cast aluminum manual citrus reamer with integrated drainage, and a curved perforated metal strainer with a hanging hole. A large spoon is finished in blue speckled enamel. Additional items include a piercer-style can opener and a small pastry wheel with a decorative handle and a serrated edge.
Lot: 315 - Paulls No. 2 Cold Blast Tubular Kerosene Lantern
A Paulls No. 2 cold blast tubular kerosene lantern, manufactured by the Wheeling Stamping Company of Wheeling, West Virginia. The lantern is constructed with a green painted metal frame featuring side tubes for air circulation and a protective wire cage surrounding a clear glass globe. The base of the fuel font is embossed with the identification No. 2 Paulls. The chimney cap is stamped with three patent dates: Pat May 21 95, Pat June 11 95, and Pat Nov 10 96. The unit retains its original non-electric kerosene burner assembly, including a wick adjustment knob and a mechanical lever mechanism for raising the globe. A wire bail handle is attached to the upper frame.
Lot: 316 - Two-Light Wrought Iron and Brass Table Lamp
This two-light table lamp is constructed from black-painted wrought iron and brass components, designed in a traditional or Neoclassical revival style. The piece features a central vertical iron stem topped by a decorative cast brass open scrollwork finial. Two horizontal iron arms extend from the central post to support brass font-shaped socket housings. The lamp is supported by a tripod base consisting of three arched, flat-sided iron legs that meet at a circular brass cap. The item is wired for electricity with standard brass sockets, black plastic turn-knob switches, and a modern black plastic-coated electrical cord. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures were identified on the base, stem, or sockets. A small white inventory label is affixed to one of the horizontal arms.
Lot: 317 - Vetter Rockford Industrial Gin Wheel Pulley Block
Large-scale industrial single-sheave pulley, also known as a gin block or gin wheel, manufactured by Vetter in Rockford, Illinois. The unit features an open-spoked, six-spoke cast sheave housed in a heavy-duty welded steel frame. A horizontal safety guard or rope guide is welded across the lower half of the frame. The assembly is topped with a forged steel swivel hook that includes a spring-loaded safety latch. The hook features embossed characters reading VETTER on one side and ROCKFORD on the opposite side, along with the number 78. Much of the original blue industrial paint remains on the surface.
Lot: 318 - Antique Coopered Oak Storage Barrel, Rope Handles
This antique storage barrel is constructed from vertical oak staves secured by four riveted iron hoops. The vessel features a cylindrical form with two thick, twisted natural fiber rope handles threaded through holes in the upper staves. The flat top includes a central circular wooden plug or bung. The exterior surface shows a dark, aged patina. A small white adhesive label with the handwritten number 318 is present on the lid. No maker's marks or brand names are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces.
Lot: 319 - Western Electric Bell System Cantilever Tool Case
This vintage cantilever-style tool case features a wooden body constructed with finger-jointed corners, originally finished with a black leatherette or oilcloth exterior covering. The interior contains three tiered metal cantilever trays designed for organizational storage. The exterior hardware includes metal corner guards, two side latches, and a central locking mechanism. The lock plate is stamped with the inscription CORBIN CABINET LOCK CO / NEW BRITAIN, CONN. U.S.A. below the keyhole. A leather-wrapped handle is mounted to the lid via metal loops. This design is highly consistent with professional service kits produced for Western Electric and the Bell System during the early to mid-20th century.
Lot: 320 - Black Leather Gladstone Style Medical Doctor Bag
This antique Gladstone-style bag is constructed of black leather over a hinged metal frame, typically used as a medical doctor's bag or for travel. The exterior features a single leather-wrapped handle and brass-toned latches, with a small metal key present in the locking mechanism. The interior is lined with a light-colored canvas material. A stitched-in fabric label inside the bag reads: THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS BAG GUARANTEES THAT THIS LINING IS MORE DURABLE AND WILL OUTWEAR ANY LEATHER LINING PUT IN A BAG. The bag includes reinforced leather corners and a series of metal rivets along the frame. A small white auction sticker marked 320 is attached to the front. No manufacturer name is visible on the bag or the interior label.
Lot: 321 - A Pair of Hand-Carved Hardwood Female Busts
A pair of hand-carved hardwood busts depicting stylized female figures. The carvings are executed in a warm-toned wood and are designed as a facing pair. Each figure displays detailed hair or head coverings with linear and coiled textures, large geometric-shaped earrings, and multi-layered, tiered necklaces. The reverse of the busts reveals smooth shoulder contours and further textural detail in the hair. No maker's marks or signatures are present. A white adhesive label with the handwritten number 321 is affixed to the back of one figure.
Lot: 322 - Pair Mid-20th C. Balinese Hand-Carved Wood Busts
A matching pair of hand-carved wooden sculptural busts from Bali, Indonesia, depicting a male and female figure in traditional ceremonial attire. The sculptures are crafted from wood with a warm, reddish-brown finish and a light surface polish. The male figure features a highly ornate headdress decorated with floral scrollwork and a distinctive rear topknot. The female figure is depicted with a tiered, pointed crown and large circular ear plugs, known as subeng. Both figures exhibit the stylized, elongated facial features characteristic of Balinese woodcarving traditions from the mid-20th century, which were often influenced by Art Deco aesthetics. The undersides of both bases are incised with the word BALI. Above this mark, the male bust is incised with the characters 1 and 9, with a third character obscured by adhesive residue. The female bust is incised with the characters 1, 9, and 9. A white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 322 is affixed to the reverse of the male bust. These figures likely represent traditional dancers or characters from Hindu epics such as Rama and Sita.
Lot: 323 - Pair Wood Busts of an Elderly Couple
A pair of hand-carved wooden busts depicting an elderly man and woman, rendered in the style of European folk art or Anri-style carvings. Each figure is depicted from the chest up and features visible tool marks characteristic of hand-carved work. The male figure is shown wearing a flat cap and a garment with vertical, carved ribbing. The female figure is depicted wearing a traditional headscarf and a similarly ribbed garment. Both pieces are finished in a dark, warm-toned wood stain. No maker's marks, signatures, or inscriptions are visible on the exterior of the carvings. A small white adhesive label is present on the top of the male figure's cap.
Lot: 324 - Attr. Ulysse Dabouze Haitian Wood Military Bust
A hand-carved wooden bust representing a military figure, attributed to the 19th-century Haitian artist Ulysse Dabouze. The sculpture depicts a figure wearing a high-collared tunic with incised decorative frogging on the chest and a star-shaped insignia on the left breast, topped with a large, structured bicorne-style hat. The facial features are defined by large, almond-shaped eyes containing cream-colored pigment and dark pupils. The reverse of the head shows a cross-hatched pattern representing hair. The entire bust is finished in a dark brown stain. A white adhesive label with the handwritten number 324 is affixed to the front of the hat. No signatures or maker's marks are visible on the piece.
Lot: 325 - Two Asian Carved Wooden Figurines
The lot consists of two hand-carved wooden sculptures. The first figure represents a Chinese Immortal, likely Shou Lao, the deity of longevity, characterized by a prominent high cranium, a long flowing beard, and a fan held in one hand. The figure stands on a base carved to resemble stylized rockwork and is finished with a dark stain. The second figure is a kneeling female in a devotional pose with hands joined in anjali mudra. This sculpture displays characteristics typical of Southeast Asian woodcarving, such as from Bali or Thailand, including elongated limbs and traditional dress. It is carved from a lighter-toned wood with a smooth surface finish. Both items bear white adhesive labels on the reverse with the handwritten number 325 in blue ink. No maker's marks, signatures, or reign marks are visible on either piece.
Lot: 326 - Hand-Carved Mexican Ironwood Eagle Sculpture
A hand-carved wooden sculpture of an eagle, attributed to the Seri craftsmen of Sonora, Mexico. The piece is fashioned from dense, dark ironwood with a polished finish that highlights the natural wood grain. The bird is depicted in a stationary, perched pose. It features a hooked beak, recessed circular eyes, and stylized textural details including incised lines on the head and a notched ruff around the neck. The wings and tail are defined by sweeping, deeply carved grooves. The figure is integrated into a rustic, wedge-shaped wooden base. A paper inventory sticker labeled 326 is adhered to the bird's right side. No maker's signatures or factory marks are present.
Lot: 327 - Pair Hand-Painted Composition Hawaiian Hula Figs
This pair of mid-century Hawaiian souvenir figurines is crafted from a molded composition material, such as chalkware or bisque, featuring a hand-painted matte finish. The lot consists of two distinct figures. The first is a hula dancer depicted in a dance pose with arms raised, wearing a green bikini top, a yellow lei, and a yellow synthetic fiber skirt. She stands on a bright green base with the word ALOHA embossed on the front edge. The underside of this figure retains a rectangular paper label with a hula girl graphic and the text from Hawaii with LOVE. The second figure is a musician playing a ukulele, wearing a red bikini top, a pink lei, and a natural-toned raffia fiber skirt. This figure includes a red flower in her hair and a small pineapple accessory at her feet. She stands on a dark green base also embossed with ALOHA. The underside of the musician figure features a white inventory sticker with the handwritten number 327. Height: Approximately 6.25 inches.
Lot: 327A - 5 Vtg Folk Art Wood Carvings w/ Mexican Bookends
A group of five hand-carved wooden items consisting of a pair of bookends, a pair of salt and pepper shakers, and a single large figurine. The pair of bookends is crafted in the style of Mexican folk art, featuring figures wearing sombreros in a seated siesta pose. One figure is painted with a red skirt and patterned banding, while the other wears cream-colored clothing with a red sash; both are attached to dark wooden bases. The salt and pepper shakers are bust-length carvings of an elderly man and woman; the man is depicted with a grey beard and blue cap, and the woman with a blue headscarf and pink top. Small dispensing holes are present at the top of each head. The collection also includes a large hand-carved troll figurine in the Scandinavian folk art style, made from a single block of wood with a medium-brown stain. The troll features a grumpy expression, an oversized nose, and deep facial furrows, and is standing with hands in pockets. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels were observed on any of the pieces.
Lot: 328 - Carved Wood Duck Decoy, Trapshooting Hall of Fame
This vintage hand-carved duck decoy is constructed from wood with a dark brown stained finish that highlights the underlying grain. The item is built in multiple sections, featuring a visible horizontal join through the center of the body and a separately carved head joined at the neck. It is finished with small black glass eyes. The flat underside of the base retains a printed paper label with a Trapshooting Hall of Fame emblem and text reading: Paul Dziak, 603 E. 260 St., Cleveland, OH 44132. Faint incised characters are present on the raw wood of the base but are not clearly legible. A small white inventory sticker with the handwritten number 328 is adhered to the back of the piece.
Lot: 329 - Hand-Carved Wood Canvasback Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
This hand-carved wooden duck decoy depicts a Canvasback. The decoy features a red-painted head with inset glass eyes and a dark-painted breast and tail. The body is constructed of wood with prominent grain and checking visible throughout. The underside is fitted with a lead ballast weight and a front-mounted metal attachment point for a decoy line. Several characters are stamped into the base, including an S and other weathered marks. A white auction lot sticker numbered 329 is affixed to the right side of the head. The construction and stamped S resemble the work of makers such as Fred Schieber (F&S).
Lot: 330 - resultVictor Animal Trap Co. Wood Drake Scaup
This is a carved wooden duck decoy representing a drake scaup, commonly referred to as a bluebill. The item was manufactured by the Animal Trap Company of America under the Victor brand in Lititz, Pennsylvania, likely during the mid-20th century. The decoy features a solid wood body with a textured, combed surface designed to simulate feathering. It retains remnants of its original painted finish, including a dark brown head, a faded yellow-green bill, and patches of gray and blue-black pigment on the sides and tail. A single dark circular eye, likely glass or a tack, remains inset on the right side of the head. The underside of the decoy is marked with incised capital letters, with VICTOR appearing to the left of a central groove and PAT to the right. A brass screw eye for a tether is present on the front of the base. A small white paper sticker with the handwritten number 330 is affixed to the underside.
Lot: 331 - Antique Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoy w/ Glass Eyes
A primitive hand-carved wooden duck decoy, resembling the working decoys produced by the Victor Animal Trap Company during the early to mid-20th century. The decoy represents a hen, possibly a mallard or black duck, and is constructed of at least two wood components with the head mounted to a solid body. The entire body features a distinctive textured surface, achieved through heavy scoring or rasping to simulate plumage. The head is fitted with two inset dark glass eyes. The exterior is finished in a weathered brown tone. There are no visible manufacturer marks, stamps, or signatures on the surfaces shown.
Lot: 332 - Vintage Hand-Carved Cork-Body Black Duck Decoy
This vintage working duck decoy represents a black duck or hen mallard. The piece is constructed with a hand-carved wooden head and tail inset into a textured cork body. The head is finished in dark paint with a contrasting cream-colored face patch and painted feathering details. The body features a dark, textured finish typical of mid-20th-century cork-body working decoys. The form and construction are consistent with Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern carving styles, resembling work attributed to regional carvers or manufacturers such as the Wildfowler Decoy Company, although no maker marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 333 - Set 4 Prokop Farm Dairy Milk Bottles, Wire Carrier
This dairy collectible set originates from the Prokop Farm Dairy, formerly located in Mt. Cobb, Pennsylvania. The collection features four clear glass one-quart liquid measure bottles, each with a traditional round body, a tapered neck, and a reinforced rim. The face of each bottle is embossed with a circular design containing the text ONE QUART LIQUID at the top and a large capital letter P in the center. The surrounding text reads PROKOP FARM DAIRY in the upper arc and MT. COBB, PA. in the lower arc, with REGISTERED at the base. The bottles are contained within a primitive-style wire carrier designed for a 2x2 configuration. The metal carrier features a tall central handle terminating in a coiled wire spring-style grip.
Lot: 334 - Vtg Jadeite Green Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A two-piece covered dish in the hen-on-nest form, made of opaque mint green glass in the Jadeite style. The lid is molded in the shape of a nesting hen, featuring detailed feather textures on the body and tail, and a defined head with a comb and wattle. The base is molded in a basketweave pattern designed to resemble a nest, with a decorative scalloped rim along the top edge. This form and color were produced by various American glass manufacturers throughout the mid-to-late 20th century. No manufacturer marks are visible on the interior or exterior of the pieces.
Lot: 335 - Iridescent Jadeite Glass Rooster Covered Dish
This is a two-piece covered pedestal dish crafted from jadeite glass with an iridescent carnival finish. The vessel is molded in the form of a standing rooster with detailed molded feathering across the body and tail. The upper section serves as a lid, depicting the bird's head, comb, and wings, while the lower section forms the base and a flared, fluted pedestal. The glass exhibits a semi-opaque mint green color typical of jadeite, enhanced with a lustrous, multi-colored iridescent coating. No manufacturer marks, signatures, or logos are visible on the interior of the lid or the underside of the base. This mold is characteristic of mid-20th-century American pressed glass production, often associated with makers such as Fenton, Westmoreland, or Mosser. A small adhesive lot sticker numbered 335 is present on the side.
Lot: 336 - L.E. Smith Amberina Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A two-piece pressed glass novelty covered dish in the traditional Hen on Nest form, manufactured by the L.E. Smith Glass Company. The piece is executed in Amberina glass, featuring a characteristic color transition from deep ruby red at the upper points of the hen and the rim of the base to a vibrant golden amber at the lower sections. This color variation is the result of a heat-sensitive chemical process during production. The lid is molded in the form of a brooding hen with detailed textured feathering on the body and tail. The base is designed as a deep oval bowl with a molded basket-weave or lattice pattern on the exterior. An embossed rectangular manufacturer mark reading L E S M I T H is visible on the interior center of the base. Dimensions: Approximately 5 to 7 inches in length.
Lot: 337 - Amberina Glass Six-Petal Footed Compote Bowl
An amberina glass footed compote bowl, attributed to the Viking Glass Company's Epic series in the Persimmon colorway. The vessel is crafted from pressed glass, characterized by a vibrant orange-red hue at the rim that transitions into a yellowish-amber toward the base. The form features a wide, six-point ruffled rim with deep fluting and undulations. The interior base of the bowl is molded with six recessed circular petal designs radiating from the center. The bowl is supported by a tapered pedestal base with molded vertical ribs. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on the body or base. A small white rectangular adhesive sticker with the handwritten lot number 337 is present on the interior base.
Lot: 338 - Amberina Crackle & Pressed Glass Pitcher & Basin
This is a two-piece decorative miniature set comprising a pitcher and a matching basin, executed in Amberina art glass. The glass displays a characteristic color gradation from a deep ruby red at the upper edges to a warm orange and golden amber toward the base. The pitcher features a crackle glass texture, a flared tricorne-style spout with a ruffled rim, and an applied translucent yellow handle. The basin is made of pressed glass with a diamond quilted pattern on the exterior and a scalloped rim. The interior floor of the basin features a molded sunburst motif. While no permanent manufacturer marks are present, the style and patterns are consistent with mid-century American glass production, specifically the Canterbury Sunset line by Indiana Glass and crackle glass wares from West Virginia companies like Kanawha or Pilgrim Glass. Each piece retains a white paper label, with the label inside the basin marked 338 in blue ink. Pitcher height: Approximately 4 to 6 inches.
Lot: 339 - Pair Moon & Star Pattern Amberina Glass Baskets
This pair of decorative pressed glass baskets is produced in the Moon and Star pattern, featuring characteristic embossed circular moons with multi-pointed stars. The glass is finished in an Amberina colorway, showcasing a gradient transition from deep ruby red at the rims and handles to a yellow-orange at the pedestal bases. Each basket is designed with a flared, scalloped rim and a smooth, high-arched applied glass handle. The pattern is repeated across the body and the footed base. While visually consistent with mid-20th century production by American glass houses such as L.E. Smith or Indiana Glass, there are no manufacturer marks, signatures, or acid stamps visible on either piece.
Lot: 340 - Pair Moon & Star Pattern Amber Glass Canisters
This lot consists of two graduated amber pressed glass canisters in the Moon and Star pattern, attributed to the L.E. Smith Glass Company. The pattern features large circular indentations containing multi-pointed star motifs, separated by vertical columns and rows of beading. The glass is a deep honey-amber color. The pair includes one tall cylindrical vessel and one shorter cylindrical vessel. Both pieces feature ground glass frosted rims designed to accommodate stopper-style lids. One matching Moon and Star pattern lid with a frosted ground glass base is included. A small raised rectangular mark is present on the interior base of the taller canister, featuring the letter S and a second character that is not clearly legible.
Lot: 341 - Pair Mid-C. Amber & Orange Swung Art Glass Vases
This lot features two pieces of mid-century modern art glass in warm amber and orange tones. The larger piece is a vibrant orange-amber swung glass vase, characterized by a six-petal lobed footed base. The body tapers significantly before flaring into a hand-pulled, scalloped rim. This specific form is highly indicative of mid-20th-century American art glass and is frequently attributed to manufacturers such as Viking Glass or L.E. Smith. The smaller piece is a golden amber glass pedestal vase with a bulbous body, a slender neck, and a teardrop-shaped pulled rim. This vessel is supported by a short stem on a flat, circular base. Both items exhibit the organic, fluid lines characteristic of the period's hand-finished glassware. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on either piece.
Lot: 342 - Mid-Century Modern Hand-Blown Swirl Art Glass Basket Vase in the Style of Murano
A mid-century modern hand-blown art glass vessel featuring a pulled basket form. The vessel is characterized by dramatic color transitions, beginning with a deep charcoal or dark brown base that flows into bands of translucent amber and opaque white swirls. The upper section and integrated handle are made of clear light aqua blue glass. The handle is constructed by drawing glass from opposite sides of the rim and fusing it at the apex. The piece exhibits internal color marbling and contains small internal air bubbles (seeds) characteristic of hand-blown glass. No maker's marks, signatures, or labels are visible.
Lot: 343 - Trio Cobalt Blue Glass: Swirl Pitcher, Vase & Lamp
This collection consists of three pieces of cobalt blue glass. The primary piece is a hand-blown pitcher featuring a vertical optic swirl pattern, a pinched pouring spout, and an applied heavy blue glass handle. The second item is a freeform art glass vase or sculpture designed with a coiled, circular foot that tapers into a vertical body with a multi-pointed, pulled rim. The third piece is a complete miniature oil lamp set, which includes a pressed glass base with a small handle and an embossed fruit and leaf pattern, a metal burner with a wick, and a matching cobalt blue chimney with a ruffled rim. The underside of the lamp base is embossed with the mark MADE IN HONG KONG. The pitcher is the tallest item in the group and bears a lot number sticker 343 on the body.
Lot: 344 - Furnivals Versailles Plates & Flow Blue Platter
This collection of glazed earthenware ceramic items includes several circular plates and an oval serving platter of English origin. The plates feature the Versailles pattern by Furnivals Ltd, characterized by a cobalt blue transfer-printed border of floral motifs and scrollwork on an off-white ground with scalloped rims. The underside of each plate is marked with a blue transfer-printed backstamp featuring the Furnivals name, the pattern title Versailles, and England. Some plates also display additional markings, including impressed or painted numerals and a red pattern number. The large oval serving platter is decorated with a deep cobalt blue border in a flow blue style, where the pigment has softened into the glaze, and features a molded, scalloped edge. No maker's mark is visible on the platter. These pieces are characteristic of late 19th to early 20th century English ironstone.
Lot: 345 - Mason's Patent 1858 Eagle & Star Glass Storage Jar
Large Mason's Patent Nov 30th 1858 Eagle and Star clear glass storage jar. The clear glass vessel features embossed text on the front side reading MASON'S above a five-pointed star, with PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858 below. The reverse side is decorated with an embossed American eagle motif surrounded by stars. The jar is constructed with a wire bail handle featuring a turned wooden grip and is topped with a white-painted metal screw-on lid. The glass exhibits vertical mold seams, and the overall design is characteristic of mid-20th-century commemorative or decorative glass storage vessels.
Lot: 346 - Pyrex Butterfly Gold Cinderella Mixing Bowl Trio
This lot features three Pyrex Cinderella style nesting mixing bowls in the Butterfly Gold pattern, specifically the second version introduced in the late 1970s. The bowls are constructed from white opal milk glass with a fired-on colored finish. The set follows an alternating color scheme: the largest and smallest bowls are harvest gold with white graphics, while the middle bowl is white with harvest gold graphics. The pattern consists of stylized flower heads and butterflies. The Cinderella form is distinguished by two integrated handles of different sizes that serve as pouring spouts. The base of the largest bowl is embossed with the model number 444 and capacity 4L, the Pyrex brand mark, and the text FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER CORNING NY USA 27. The base of the middle bowl features a faint Pyrex brand mark and MADE IN U.S.A. The base of the smallest bowl is embossed with model number 442 and capacity 1.5L, the Pyrex brand mark, and the text FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER CORNING NY USA 31. Capacity: 4 Liters (Model 444) Capacity: 1.5 Liters (Model 442).
Lot: 347 - Pair Pyrex Butterfly Gold Covered Butter Dishes
This lot features a pair of vintage milk glass covered butter dishes produced by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works). Both items are decorated with the Butterfly Gold pattern, a popular mustard-yellow silk-screened motif featuring a central stylized flower flanked by butterflies and floral sprays. This pattern was designed to coordinate with Corelle dinnerware and was widely produced during the 1970s. Each dish consists of a rectangular base and a fitted lid, designed to hold a standard 1/4 lb stick of butter. The undersides of the bases feature an embossed circular manufacturer's mark. The markings include the word PYREX at the top, the numbers 22 and 75-B in the center, and MADE IN U.S.A. at the bottom. Approximate dimensions per unit: 6.75 inches L x 3.5 inches W x 2.25 inches H.
Lot: 348 - Pyrex Princess Turquoise Casserole w/ Scroll Lid
This vintage Pyrex oval casserole dish features an opaque white glass base with a fired-on solid turquoise blue exterior, part of the Princess line. The set includes a clear glass lid featuring a gold-toned metallic filigree decoration in the Golden Scroll pattern. The underside of the base is embossed with the markings 1 1/2 QUART, PYREX, and MADE IN U.S.A. The clear lid is marked with the model number 945C 17 on the rim and the PYREX brand name on the handle. Capacity: 1.5 quarts.
Lot: 349 - Trio Pyrex Daisy Pattern Yellow Glass Casseroles
This set of three vintage Pyrex ovenware items features the Daisy pattern, also known as Sunflower, which was introduced in the late 1960s. The collection consists of one rectangular baking dish and two round casserole dishes. Each piece is constructed of white opal glass with a bright yellow fired-on exterior color. The rectangular dish includes a clear glass lid with molded horizontal ribs. The two round casserole dishes feature clear glass lids decorated with a large stylized sunflower motif in yellow and orange, surrounded by a ring of smaller yellow flowers. The base of the rectangular dish is embossed with the following marks: 550B 1 1/2 QT., TRADE MARK, 10, PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. The round lids are marked on the handles with 20 470-C and PYREX. Capacity: 1.5 Quarts (rectangular dish).
Lot: 350 - Pyrex Primary Colors Nesting Mixing Bowls, Trio
A trio of graduated nesting mixing bowls from the Primary Colors series manufactured by Pyrex (Corning Glass Works) in the United States. The collection comprises a small blue bowl, a medium green bowl, and a large yellow bowl. These items are crafted from white opal glass with a fired-on exterior color glaze. The base of the blue bowl features embossed markings including T.M. REG. PYREX U.S.A., the model number 401, and OVENWARE. The set is incomplete as it lacks the red 1.5-quart bowl originally included in the retail set. A non-factory mark is visible on the underside of the blue bowl in green pigment. Small Blue Bowl (401): approx. 5.75 inches diameter Medium Green Bowl: approx. 8.5 inches diameter Large Yellow Bowl: approx. 10.5 inches diameter.
Lot: 351 - Vtg Pyrex Butterfly Gold Cinderella Nesting Bowls
A trio of vintage Pyrex Cinderella style nesting mixing bowls in the Butterfly Gold pattern, Version 1. These bowls are constructed of tempered opal glass, commonly known as milk glass. The Cinderella design is distinguished by dual-purpose handles on opposite sides that also function as pouring spouts. The decoration consists of stylized floral clusters and scrolling vine motifs. This set features two yellow bowls with white patterning and one white bowl with golden-yellow patterning. The base of the middle-sized bowl is embossed with the Pyrex trademark, indicating manufacture in the United States by Corning Glass Works. Visible marks include the manufacturer name, model numbers, capacities, and the notice: FOR OVEN AND MICROWAVE NO STOVETOP OR BROILER MADE IN U.S.A. Model 441: 1.5 Pint Model 442: 1.5 Quart Model 443: 2.5 Quart.
Lot: 352 - Pair Pyrex Town & Country Opal Glass Mixing Bowls
A pair of vintage white opal glass mixing bowls manufactured by Pyrex. The set includes one Cinderella-style mixing bowl featuring two handles of different sizes that also function as pour spouts, and one standard round mixing bowl. Both pieces are decorated with the Town and Country pattern, which consists of a continuous band of geometric starbursts, stylized floral medallions, and cross-hatch motifs in orange and light brown. The base of the larger bowl is embossed with the mark PYREX, MADE IN U.S.A., and a capacity marking of 1 1/2 QT.
Lot: 353 - Set Pyrex Verde Opal Glass Casseroles & Lids
This set of vintage American ovenware is manufactured by Pyrex in the Verde pattern. The group includes an olive green oval casserole dish, a yellow divided oval casserole dish, and three coordinating white opal glass lids. The lids are decorated with a screen-printed motif of olive green and yellow berries and leaves characteristic of the Verde line. The base of the green dish bears the maker mark: 045 2 1/2 QT. PYREX MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE. The yellow dish features an integrated vertical divider within the interior.
Lot: 354 - Three Vintage Pyrex Opal Glass Baking Dishes
This collection consists of three vintage Pyrex opal glass baking dishes in varied colors and forms. The first piece is a 1.5-quart oval casserole dish in the Woodland pattern, featuring a brown and tan leaf vine on a cream ground. It includes its original clear glass lid and bears the embossed base mark 043 1 1/2 QT. / PYREX / MADE IN USA / 15. The second piece is a square baking dish with tab handles in a forest green exterior finish. The third piece is a rectangular baking dish in a red exterior finish. These items are made of opaque white glass, commonly referred to as opal glass or milk glass.
Lot: 355 - Pyrex Verde Pattern Mixing Bowls & Ovenware
This collection of vintage Pyrex kitchenware is finished in the Verde pattern colorway, manufactured by Corning Glass Works in the United States. The items are constructed from opaque white milk glass with a fired-on exterior color in various shades of green, including dark olive, medium pea green, and lime. The assortment includes Cinderella-style mixing bowls with dual-purpose tab handles and pour spouts, a standard deep round mixing bowl, and a round casserole dish. The base of the casserole dish is embossed with the following marks: 475 - B 2 1/2 QT. TRADE MARK 50 PYREX (R) MADE IN U.S.A. OVENWARE.
Lot: 356 - Set 6 Rosenthal Studio-Linie Plus Champagne Coupes
This set consists of six clear glass vessels designed for use as champagne coupes or dessert bowls. Produced by the German manufacturer Rosenthal as part of the Studio-Linie collection, these pieces are in the Plus pattern designed by Wolf Karnagel. The glasses exhibit a minimalist Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, characterized by a wide, shallow bowl with a rounded profile. Each vessel features a short, thick, solid cylindrical stem that rests on a flat, circular foot. The glass is clear and undecorated with fire-polished rims. Each glass bears an acid-etched mark on the base featuring the Rosenthal name in cursive script above the studio-linie designation in a sans-serif typeface.
Lot: 357 - Style VI Ltd. Snow Leopard Pattern Faux Fur Jacket
This mid-length vintage jacket is a product of Style VI Ltd., manufactured in the United States. The garment is crafted from high-quality synthetic faux fur featuring a spotted motif reminiscent of snow leopard or lynx, utilizing a color palette of off-white, gray, and dark brown. It is constructed using vertical panels designed to replicate traditional pelt assembly. The coat features a wide collar and long sleeves. The interior is fully lined with a gold-tone satin-weave fabric. The manufacturer label is sewn into the interior lining, reading Style VI Ltd., Fur Clean Only, and Made in U.S.A. A secondary tag at the neck also identifies the country of origin as the United States. Based on the style and branding, the piece dates to the late 1970s or 1980s.
Lot: 358 - East 5th Faux Fur Button Front Swing Coat
This mid-length women's coat is produced by the brand east 5th. The exterior is constructed from a plush faux fur material featuring a vertical striped pattern in shades of chocolate brown, tan, and cream. The garment is designed with a notched collar and a slightly flared swing silhouette. The front closure features three large, dark brown circular plastic buttons. Two vertical slit pockets are integrated into the side seams at the hips. The interior is fully lined with a smooth, dark brown synthetic fabric. A black fabric label at the interior neckline displays the brand name east 5th. A secondary tag indicates the size as Large/Grande, includes the identification number RN 93677, and states the item was made in China.
Lot: 359 - Terry Lewis Lynx Pattern Faux Fur Jacket
A women's short faux fur jacket by Terry Lewis from the Classic Luxuries collection. The garment is constructed with a boxy silhouette featuring a wide shawl collar and long sleeves. The exterior faux fur is designed with a printed pattern mimicking natural feline fur, such as lynx or bobcat, utilizing a palette of tan, warm brown, and white with black spots and vertical stripes. The interior is finished with a coordinated tan satin-finish lining. A black fabric label at the interior neckline identifies the maker as Terry Lewis Classic Luxuries, accompanied by a size tag marked L. According to the care and content label, the shell face is composed of 94 percent acrylic and 6 percent modacrylic, with a 100 percent polyester backing and lining. Size: Large (L).
Lot: 360 - Adrienne Landau Faux Fur Vertical Striped Vest
This sleeveless open-front vest by designer Adrienne Landau is crafted from plush faux fur featuring a variegated vertical striped pattern in shades of brown and tan, intended to mimic the appearance of natural pelt strips. The garment is constructed with a rounded neckline and is fully lined with a dark brown satin-finish synthetic fabric. The interior neck features a black fabric label with a stylized red A and the Adrienne Landau brand name. A secondary tag attached below the main label indicates the size as Medium and states the item was made in China. The vest is presented on a matching branded black plastic hanger.
Lot: 361 - Walt Disney World of Knowledge Grolier Set c. 1973
A multi-volume set of Disney's Wonderful World of Knowledge, an illustrated children's encyclopedia series. The books are bound in publisher's cream-colored pictorial boards. The front covers feature a combination of Disney character graphics�including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Donald Duck�and color photographs related to the educational content of each volume. The interior layout consists of educational text interspersed with color illustrations of Disney characters and various photographs. The spines are numbered and include the series title and Disney logo. Based on visual consensus and similar editions, this set was published by Grolier Enterprises, Inc. and Danbury Press circa 1973.
Lot: 362 - Golden Press Golden Book Encyclopedia Set, c. 1970
A multi-volume set of educational reference books titled The Golden Book Encyclopedia, published by Golden Press. This collection is bound in yellow pictorial hardcover boards and remains preserved in its original clear plastic shrink-wrap. The spines are sequentially numbered and display alphabetical guide words for the contents of each book. The front cover of the final volume features a collage of illustrations including a portrait of George Washington, a windmill, a weather vane, and a ball of yarn, alongside text identifying it as the index volume. The Golden Press imprint is present at the base of each spine. A small white adhesive label with a handwritten number is affixed to the exterior of the shrink-wrap.
Lot: 363 - National Audubon Society Nature Encyclopedia, Set
This is a complete twelve-volume set of The Audubon Nature Encyclopedia, sponsored by the National Audubon Society. The set was published by Curtis Books, a division of The Curtis Publishing Company, Philadelphia and New York. Each volume is a hardcover bound in publisher's yellow cloth featuring black and reddish-brown stamped titles and the cp logo on the spine. The collection is an alphabetically arranged reference of natural history, beginning with Volume 1 covering AC through BE and concluding with Volume 12 covering WE through ZO, which also contains the series index. The interior pages are profusely illustrated with black and white photographs, line drawings, and monochromatic diagrams.
Lot: 364 - Time-Life, This Fabulous Century Book Set, 1969-70
A multi-volume set of books titled This Fabulous Century, published by Time-Life Books. This collection provides a decade-by-decade pictorial history of the United States, spanning from 1870 to 1970. Each volume is quarto in size and is quarter-bound in black textured leatherette with gilt-stamped titles and dates on the spines. The boards are finished in vibrant, multi-colored cloth featuring an Op Art-style geometric pattern. The volumes contain a vast array of archival photographs, contemporary illustrations, and graphics. Featured content includes iconic cultural markers such as a 1934 Vanity Fair caricature of Franklin D. Roosevelt. The spines clearly display the time periods covered: 1870-1900, 1900-1910, 1910-1920, 1920-1930, 1930-1940, 1940-1950, 1950-1960, and 1960-1970.
Lot: 365 - National Historical Society Early America Set
A multi-volume set from the Architectural Treasures of Early America series, published by the National Historical Society in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, circa 1987. The books are bound in matching dark green leatherette with gilt-stamped titles and decorative bands on the spines. This series is a compilation of architectural studies originally featured in the White Pine Series of Architectural Monographs. The volumes included are: New England by the Sea (III), Homes of New York and Connecticut (V), Early Architecture of Rhode Island (VI), Village Architecture of Early New England (VII), Early American Southern Homes (VIII), The Evolution of Colonial Architecture (IX), Early American Community Structures (X), Blueprints for America's Past (XI), The Southern Tradition (XII), Styles of the Emerging Nation (XIII), The Grandeur of the South (XIV), The Georgian Heritage (XV), and Spirit of New England (XVI). The NHS publisher logo is printed at the base of each spine. The interior of each volume contains extensive black and white photographic illustrations, architectural plans, and descriptive text documenting historic American buildings and interiors from the 17th through the early 19th centuries. Specific subjects depicted include The Lindens in Danvers, Massachusetts, and Elmwood in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Lot: 366 - Bastiat & Carroll, 3 Vols, Political Economy, 1964
A set of three hardcover octavo volumes from the William Volker Fund series on economics published by D. Van Nostrand Company, Inc. This collection includes two titles by Fr�d�ric Bastiat, Economic Harmonies and Selected Essays on Political Economy, alongside Organization of Debt into Currency and Other Papers by Charles Holt Carroll. These mid-century editions are noted for their modern English translations and scholarly introductions by George B. de Huszar, Dean Russell, and W. Hayden Boyers. The books are bound in publisher's cloth and retain their original two-tone pictorial dust jackets, featuring cream upper sections and color-blocked lower panels in light blue and dark blue.
Lot: 367 - DePuy, World-Wide Encyclopedia & Gazetteer, 1899
A group of three hardcover volumes from The World-Wide Encyclopedia and Gazetteer, edited by W. H. DePuy, D.D., LL.D. and a corps of eminent writers. Published in 1899 by The Christian Herald (Louis Klopsch, Proprietor) at Bible House, New York. The work is identified on the title page as a dictionary of arts, sciences, and literature, compiled and revised from leading world encyclopedias. The set includes biographies of living subjects, one hundred colored maps, and numerous illustrations. The books are bound in brown publisher's cloth with gilded titles and decorative blind-stamping on the spines. The three volumes present in this lot are: Volume VI, covering Magistrate to Plutus; Volume X, covering Cipher to Hoosick Falls (noted as Circaea to Hoosick on the spine); and Volume XII, covering Pou to Zylonite (noted as Pouch to Zylonite on the spine). Each title page features the Christopher Marlowe quote, Infinite riches in a little room.
Lot: 368 - Various Authors, Standard Series, Funk & Co, 1880
This 1880 hardcover compendium, published by I. K. Funk and Co. of New York, is titled The Standard Series: Books Included in Class A. The volume is an omnibus edition containing fifteen works by various authors, with twelve primary titles listed on the spine: Ploughman's Talk, Manliness of Christ, Imitation of Christ, Life of Christ, Life of Paul, Self Culture, Letters to Workmen, Mister Horn, Ploughman's Pictures, Pulpit Table-Talk, Bible and Newspaper, and Lacon. The contributing authors include C. H. Spurgeon, Thomas Hughes, Thomas a Kempis, Frederic Farrar, John Stuart Blackie, John Ruskin, Mark Guy Pearse, Edward Ramsay, and C. C. Colton. The book is bound in dark brown pebble-grained publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped titles on the spine and decorative blind-stamped floral and geometric corner motifs on the boards. The text is organized in a two-column format. As stated on the title page, the works are unabridged except for The Life of Christ and The Life and Work of St. Paul, from which the notes have been omitted.
Lot: 369 - Peters, White & Hurlbut Religious Vols. 1884-1904
This lot consists of three religious hardcover volumes. The first is The Theocratic Kingdom of Our Lord Jesus, the Christ, as Covenanted in the Old Testament, and Presented in the New Testament (Volume I) by Rev. George N. H. Peters, A.M. Published by Funk and Wagnalls in 1884 (New York: 10 and 12 Dey Street; London: 44 Fleet Street). This volume is bound in brown publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and an oval Bible Students Library insignia on the spine. The second volume is Patriarchs and Prophets by Ellen G. White, bound in green cloth with black decorative borders and gilt-stamped lettering to the front board and spine. The third volume is Hurlbuts Story of the Bible For Young and Old by Jesse Lyman Hurlbut, featuring a blue cloth binding with a color-stamped pictorial front board depicting King Solomon on his throne, flanked by lions and various biblical motifs. All volumes are in octavo format.
Lot: 370 - Crowninshield, All Among the Lighthouses, c. 1886
This work of juvenile maritime fiction is titled All Among the Lighthouses or The Cruise of the Goldenrod, authored by Mary Bradford Crowninshield. It was published by the D. Lothrop Company of Boston during their tenure at the Franklin and Hawley Streets location. The volume is an octavo bound in the publisher's original grey pictorial cloth, featuring a front cover decorated with silver and gold-toned stamped illustrations of a lighthouse on a rocky shore with crashing waves and seagulls. The title on the cover is stylized to appear within the rays of the lighthouse beam. The title page displays a four-line poetic excerpt from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem, The Lighthouse. The interior text is organized in a single column with running headers.
Lot: 371 - Lloyd Lewis, Sherman: Fighting Prophet, 1st Ed
This is a single hardcover volume titled Sherman: Fighting Prophet by Lloyd Lewis, published in New York by Harcourt, Brace and Company. The work is a biography of Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman. The book is an octavo (8vo) bound in dark black publisher's cloth. The front cover features the title blind-stamped in the upper portion, while the spine contains gilt-stamped text for the title, author name, a decorative divider, and the publisher's name. The title page indicates the volume is illustrated with reproductions of maps, engravings, and photographs. A frontispiece portrait after a photograph by Matthew Brady is present. The text is printed on age-toned paper. This edition is widely recognized as the first edition of this biographical work.
Lot: 372 - John L. Stoddard, Lectures, 1915, 10-Volume Set
A multi-volume set of hardcover travelogues titled John L. Stoddard's Lectures, published by Geo. L. Shuman and Company of Chicago and Boston. This set is dated 1915 (MCMXV) on the title page of Volume Six, which further identifies the work as complete in ten volumes. The volumes are bound in dark green publisher's cloth with gilt-stamped lettering and decorative emblems on the spines. The lectures document various global travel destinations, including Canada, Malta, Gibraltar, South Tyrol, Ireland, Berlin, Vienna, St. Petersburg, Moscow, The Rhine, Belgium, Holland, Mexico, Florence, Naples, Rome, Scotland, England, London, California, the Grand Canyon, and Yellowstone Park. The interior of the volumes features numerous black-and-white illustrations and portraits, such as a portrait of Frederick the Great. Each volume also contains a tipped-in color frontispiece illustration. The base of each spine is printed with the name Geo. L. Shuman and Company.
Lot: 373 - Hawthorne, World's Best Histories Set, c. 1904
A collection of volumes from the World's Best Histories series, published by The Co-operative Publication Society of New York and London. This assortment includes historical works covering the United States, Ireland, Canada, Japan, and China. The United States history volumes are authored by Julian Hawthorne, James Schouler, and E. Benjamin Andrews. The books are bound in the publisher's brown cloth with blind-stamped decorative borders on the front boards. Each subject category features a unique colored pictorial emblem on the spine and front cover: a blue and white eagle for the United States volumes, green shamrocks for Ireland, a red maple leaf for Canada, a red rising sun for Japan, and a yellow dragon for China. The volumes are octavo in format and include Roman numeral designations at the base of the spines. Title pages are printed in black and orange ink and indicate the works are illustrated.
Lot: 374 - Poe, Edgar Allan. The Works, 10-Vol. Set, 1908
A ten-volume set of the collected works of Edgar Allan Poe, published in 1908 by The Werner Company and identified as the Library Edition. The volumes are bound in the publisher's tan cloth with printed paper title labels on the spines. The spine labels include the title, author, and Roman numeral volume designations ranging from Volume I to Volume X. Internal pages show decorative green ornamental borders on section title pages, such as for The Unparalleled Adventure of One Hans Pfaall in Volume I. The copyright page identifies the publisher as The Werner Company with a copyright date of 1908.
Lot: 376 - Attributed Louis Marx & Co. Western Playset Pieces
An assortment of vintage Western-themed plastic playset components, attributed to Louis Marx and Co. and likely originating from a Fort Apache or similar frontier outpost set. The lot consists of numerous interlocking brown plastic wall and roof sections designed with a log-cabin texture. Also included is a pair of conical teepees, each featuring a brown plastic circular base frame and a white vinyl cover printed with red and blue decorative motifs, including thunderbirds and mounted figures. The collection contains a variety of unpainted molded plastic figures in red, blue, green, and brown, depicting cowboys, Native Americans, and horses in various action poses. Additional components include a brown plastic wagon bed and a yellow spoked plastic wheel. The pieces are constructed from molded polyethylene and soft vinyl.
Lot: 377 - Three Hawk Weird-ohs Car-Icky-Tures Model Kits
This lot features three unassembled plastic model kits from the Weird-ohs Car-icky-tures series produced by The Hawk Model Co. These 2006 reissues showcase character designs originally popularized in the 1960s. The assortment includes Sling Rave "Curvette" (The Way Out Spectator, Item #16017), Wade A. Minut (The Wild Starter, Item #16016), and Killer McBash (The Dazzling Decimator, Item #16009). Constructed of polystyrene, each kit contains components for building a specific monster caricature. Side panels identify the manufacturer as The Hawk Model Co., a subsidiary of J. Lloyd International, Inc. of Cedar Rapids, IA, and specify that the items were made and printed in China. The packaging carries a 2006 copyright date. These kits require assembly with plastic cement and painting; tools, glue, and paint are not included.
Lot: 378 - Multiple Publishers Modern Age Comic Books,
A collection of comic books from the early to mid-1990s, featuring various titles from publishers including Epic Comics, Malibu Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Entity Comics. Included in the lot are Terrarists number 1 (Heavy Hitters imprint/Epic Comics), Jim Starlin's Dreadstar number 6 (Bravura imprint/Malibu Comics), Prime number 3 (Ultraverse imprint/Malibu Comics), Firearm number 2 (Ultraverse/Malibu Comics), Aster number 3 (Entity Comics), Atlan number 1 (Dark Horse Comics), and Berzerker number 1 (Image Comics). The issues are standard saddle-stitched softcover formats. Visible cover credits include writers and artists such as Peter David, Ernie Colon, Jones, Strazewski, Royle, and Moy. The comics are housed in individual clear plastic protective sleeves with cardboard backing boards. Many issues are identified as first issues or part of limited series on the cover art.
Lot: 379 - Valiant, Malibu & Dark Horse Comics, 1st Printings
This collection consists of multiple modern comic books from the early 1990s, representing publishers including Valiant, Malibu Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Gauntlet Comics. Featured titles include The Ferret issue 5 (Malibu, September 1993), Protectors issue 2 (Malibu, October 1992), Solar, Man of the Atom: The Destroyer issue 34 (Valiant, June 1994), Magnus Robot Fighter issues 30 and 31 (Valiant, 1993), Archer and Armstrong issue 25 (Valiant, September 1994), and Berzerker issue 2 (Gauntlet Comics, 1993). Also included are issues of Eternal Warrior, Men of War, and Dark Horse Comics. The issues are standard softcover formats, with the majority housed in individual clear plastic protective sleeves with white backing boards. The Ferret issue 5 features a Skybox Skycap and includes the Genesis event checklist on the front cover. Several of the protective sleeves bear adhesive price tags with handwritten inventory numbers and prices.
Lot: 380 - Barbie & Disney Fashion Dolls
This assortment consists of multiple fashion dolls featuring characters attributed to Mattel, including Barbie and various Disney licensed figures from the late 20th century. The dolls are constructed from vinyl and plastic with articulated limbs and torsos. Each doll features rooted synthetic hair in various colors and fixed, painted facial features. Included in the lot are character dolls representing Ariel from The Little Mermaid and Princess Jasmine from Aladdin. The dolls are dressed in a variety of clothing ranging from original character costumes and formal gowns to casual wear and a Disney themed Donald Duck graphic skirt. Height: Approximately 11.5 inches each.
Lot: 381 - Rowling, J.K. Harry Potter Unabridged CD Sets
A collection of unabridged Harry Potter audiobook sets on compact disc featuring various titles from the series. The group includes multiple sets with narration by Jim Dale for the United States editions, featuring the titles Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. These are housed in cardboard slipcases with cover illustrations by Mary GrandPre. Also included is a United Kingdom edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows read by Stephen Fry, published by Bloomsbury. This set consists of two volumes in a black slipcase featuring an image of Slytherin's locket. The Jim Dale sets are marked as containing between seven and seventeen compact discs each, while the Stephen Fry set is labeled as containing twenty discs.
Lot: 382 - Warner Harry Potter Films DVD & Blu-ray 2002-2011
This collection includes multiple home media releases from the Harry Potter film franchise. The lot contains two copies of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (DVD, Widescreen Edition), one of which remains in its original factory shrink wrap with a handwritten numeric sticker; Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (DVD, 2-Disc Widescreen Edition); two versions of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, including a standard DVD release and a Two-Disc Special Edition housed in a cardboard slipcase featuring News of the World promotional markings and British Board of Film Classification 12 ratings; and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital Copy multi-disc set) also bearing UK age ratings. The items are presented in standard plastic amaray cases, with some sets including decorative outer cardboard slipcovers.
Lot: 382A - 3 Harry Potter Unabridged Audiobook Sets, Jim Dale
This lot consists of three unabridged audiobook boxed sets of J.K. Rowling Harry Potter novels, featuring performances by narrator Jim Dale. The collection includes two copies of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and one copy of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. The sets were published by Listening Library, an imprint of Random House Audio. The two copies of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix are presented in blue slipcases and contain the full text on 17 audio cassettes. The copy of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is presented in a green and red slipcase and contains the full text on 17 compact discs. Each box features cover art by Mary GrandPre, consistent with the original United States hardcover editions.
Lot: 383 - Marx Toys Vtg Games: Cat's Eye & Popcorn, Pair
Marx Toys manufactured these two vintage games, Cat's Eye and Popcorn. Cat's Eye, model 5272, is a color coordination skill game that includes a central orange base, a yellow funnel, four player boards in yellow, green, red, and blue, and a collection of glass marbles. The manual game is made primarily of molded plastic components. The Popcorn game, model 5264, is a battery-operated action game featuring a yellow hexagonal plastic base with colored lever actuators. The design utilizes a motor-driven mechanism to circulate colored balls within a clear dome, as depicted on the packaging. Both games are contained within their original illustrated cardboard boxes. Market consensus indicates these games were produced during the late 1970s.
Lot: 384 - Marx Kiddie Express Ride-On Train w/ Original Box
This is a Kiddie Express ride-on toy locomotive manufactured by the Marx Toy Corporation, designated as Item No. 3043. The toy is constructed of molded blue plastic and features red and gold decorative decals on the cab, boiler, and roof. The cab side is marked with the number 49. The toy includes a mechanical sound feature intended to mimic a real locomotive. Manufacturer markings on the box include the Marx Toys logo and text stating it was made in the United States of America. The copyright date on the reverse of the box is MCMXCVII, indicating a production year of 1997. A safety warning label is affixed to the interior of the rear compartment. A small handwritten sticker with the number 384 is present on the boiler.
Lot: 385 - A Collection of Late 19th and Early 20th Century Studio Portrait Cabinet Cards
This collection consists of antique studio portrait photographs, primarily in the cabinet card format, dating from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The photographs depict various subjects including individual men, women, children, couples, and small family groups dressed in Victorian and Edwardian attire. The images are mounted on heavy cardstock mounts, many featuring decorative embossed borders and identifying marks from various photography studios. Studio markings identified within the collection include Van Alstine (2111 Central Ave. Kearney, NEB), Anderson (Kearney, NEB), J. H. Schwartz (Portland, IND, Eclipse Studio), Kauffman (W. Market St. York, PA), Bairstow Studio (Warren, PA), Brands Studio, E. N. Morris, and Graeff. These studios represent geographic locations across the American Midwest and Northeast, specifically Nebraska, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Lot: 386 - 5 Japanese Moriage Dragonware Porc. Cups & Saucers
A set of porcelain teacups and matching saucers featuring traditional dragonware decoration. Each piece displays hand-applied moriage, or raised slip, forming a three-dimensional dragon design in white with gold-lined scales and blue accents. The background consists of a matte, airbrushed gradient that transitions from dark charcoal brown at the rim to tan at the base. The teacups feature a metallic orange luster glaze on the interiors and fully gilded handles. The underside of each saucer is marked with a red stamp reading MADE IN JAPAN.
Lot: 387 - Victorian Lithographed Celluloid Photograph Album
This antique photograph album features a padded celluloid cover over boards. The front cover is decorated with a multi-color lithograph featuring a central young woman in late 19th-century attire holding a floral bouquet, surrounded by large pansies on a bright yellow field. The central image is flanked by vertical panels with green foliate scroll motifs. The album is reinforced with decorative metal corner protectors and a side-mounted metal clasp. The interior contains heavy cardstock pages with a printed wood-grain pattern and gold-lined window mounts. Each page is configured with two horizontal apertures for cabinet cards or similarly sized photographs. No photographs are present in the album. A modern white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 387 is applied to the front cover.
Lot: 388 - Stroh's Bohemian Style Beer Cardboard Case 1964
A vintage cardboard shipping carton for Stroh's Bohemian Style Beer, produced by The Stroh Brewery Company of Detroit, Michigan. This heavy-duty case was manufactured by the Gaylord Container Division of Crown Zellerbach Corporation in Bogalusa, Louisiana, as identified by the printed manufacturer mark on the bottom panel. The carton is designed to accommodate twelve 32-ounce King Size or Steinie bottles. The exterior features yellow script Stroh's logos set against a red background. The top flaps include promotional text stating FIRE-BREWED AT 2000 degrees and a caution label regarding light exposure. The construction utilizes heavy-duty cardboard with reinforced metal staples at the edges. The bottom of the carton includes several printed marks: a diamond-shaped Gaylord logo, text for Gaylord High Test Liners, U.S. Patent No. 2,601,114, and a production date stamp of 29-7-64 (July 29, 1964). The side panels feature the brewery address of Detroit 26, Michigan. 16 inches L x 12 inches W x 10 inches H.
Lot: 389 - Curtis Mid-Century Chalkware Rooster Wall Plaque
A vintage molded chalkware wall plaque depicting a stylized rooster, produced by Curtis. The decorative item is depicted in profile facing left, featuring a large, sweeping tail with vibrant layers of orange and yellow. The body of the rooster is finished in a golden-yellow tone with a textured surface simulating feathers, complemented by a bright red comb and wattle. The eye is highlighted with a dark accent. The reverse of the plaque is hollow-cast plaster with a recessed mounting hole for wall hanging. An incised mark reading Curtis is present on the reverse of the body. A small rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 389 is also attached to the back.
Lot: 390 - Purinton Pottery Apple & Pear Ice Lip Pitcher
A vintage ceramic pitcher manufactured by Purinton Pottery. The vessel is constructed from earthenware with a cream-colored ground and a clear glaze. It features a bulbous, low-slung body and a hooded "ice lip" spout designed to retain ice or fruit while pouring. A wide, arched handle is integrated into the rim and spout bridge. The exterior is decorated with a hand-painted underglaze motif known as the Apple and Pear pattern, depicting a large red apple and a yellow pear with green leaves. Complementary green petal-like brushstrokes are applied to the bridge of the spout and the upper surface of the handle. The underside of the base features a hand-painted mark in brown pigment that reads Purinton Pottery.
Lot: 391 - Pair Tlaquepaque Mexican Terracotta Hanging Bowls
This pair of Mexican folk art pottery bowls, known as cazuelas, originates from the renowned ceramic center of San Pedro Tlaquepaque in Jalisco. The lot consists of two shallow earthenware vessels of varying sizes, each featuring a single flat, pierced handle designed for hanging display. The bowls are constructed from red terracotta and finished with a traditional reddish-brown glaze. They are decorated with hand-painted slip motifs in a palette of blue, green, yellow, cream, and black. The larger bowl displays a central stylized floral or sunburst motif in the interior and a repeating pattern of stylized feathers or leaves on the exterior wall. The smaller bowl features a central geometric design with cream-colored spirals and an exterior band of green over dark slip with cream zigzag accents. The base of the larger bowl bears an incised circular stamp reading SAN PEDRO TLAQUEPAQUE MEXICO.
Lot: 392 - American Utilitarian Stoneware & Yellowware
This collection features an assortment of late 19th to early 20th-century American utilitarian pottery. The group includes a shaded blue and white glazed stoneware salt crock with an arched backplate and a single mounting hole. The front is stenciled in black with the word Salt in a decorative gothic font, flanked by leaf motifs. Also included is a lidded yellowware casserole dish with a mottled brown and yellow Rockingham-style glaze. The body of the dish features molded vertical ribbing, and the fitted lid is finished with a central knob handle. The collection further contains a deep yellowware bowl with two integrated lug handles, decorated with a green and brown sponged pattern over a yellow ground. Completing the group is a flared utility bowl finished in a solid dark brown glaze. No maker's marks or manufacturer stamps are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces shown.
Lot: 393 - Noritake Nippon Charger & Bavarian Porc. Bowl
This lot features two distinct pieces of early 20th-century porcelain. The first item is a large circular Noritake Nippon charger with a heavily scalloped rim. The piece is decorated with extensive hand-painted raised gilding, known as moriage. The wide border displays intricate gold scrollwork, acanthus leaves, and diaper patterns surrounding a white porcelain well with a central gilded medallion. The base is marked with a blue backstamp reading Noritake, Nippon, Hand Painted, with a stylized M inside a circular wreath, a mark used by the Morimura Brothers for the export market circa 1911-1921. The second item is a square porcelain bowl from Bavaria, Germany, characterized by a highly lobed and scalloped rim. The interior decoration includes hand-painted and transfer-applied pink rose sprigs and gilded floral medallions on a white ground. The ornate border features alternating deep green panels with rose clusters and pink-banded sections, all finished with gilded accents. The base is marked with a green backstamp featuring a P above crossed elements, flanked by the letters J and S, with a V below and the word Bavaria in an arc, a mark attributed to the Johann Seltmann Vohenstrau� factory.
Lot: 394 - Set 9 Art Deco Chrome Pedestal Dishes & Compotes
A nine-piece set of vintage chrome plated serving vessels consisting of three distinct styles. The group includes three tall pedestal dishes with scalloped rims and conical basins designed for ice cream or sherbet service. There are three elongated oval pedestal compotes with shallow basins and flared bases. Additionally, the set includes three small round pedestal bowls. Each piece is constructed of a base metal with a polished chrome finish. The design of the flared pedestals and fluted rims reflects Art Deco and Streamline Moderne stylistic influences from the mid-20th century. The forms are likely die-cast or pressed components that have been assembled. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels are visible on any of the pieces.
Lot: 395 - Six-Tube Air Return Stove Pipe Salesman Sample
This antique industrial piece is a component for an air return stove pipe, likely produced as a salesman sample. The assembly features six vertical steel tubes arranged in a circular radial formation, with each tube terminating in a tapered conical point. The tubes are mounted onto a heavy, square cast iron base that contains a large circular central opening designed to facilitate airflow through the core of the unit. This configuration was intended to maximize the surface area for heat radiation in a wood or coal stove system. The item is unattributed to a specific manufacturer as no permanent marks are visible. A temporary inventory sticker numbered 395 is attached to the body of one tube. Height: 10 - 12 inches.
Lot: 396 - Vtg Letterpress Block: Math & Statistical Tables
A vintage commercial letterpress printing block featuring a metal printing plate mounted on a thick, solid wooden base. The plate, likely a stereotype or electrotype, contains raised and mirrored characters arranged in two vertical columns. The content consists of complex data tables including multiple rows of six-digit integers and various fractions, such as 1/4, 1/2, and 3/4, set in a classic serif typeface. Mirrored headers for 200 and 1,000 are positioned at the top of the columns. The wooden base is characterized by a tongue-and-groove or finger-jointed construction visible on the side profile. No maker's marks, foundry stamps, or dates are visible on the metal surface or the wood block.
Lot: 397 - Silver-Plated Teapot, Sugar Scuttle & Entree Dish
A trio of silver-plated table items comprising a teapot, a sugar scuttle, and a double entree dish. The teapot is designed with a faceted body on a flared circular foot, featuring an ebonized C-scroll handle and a matching finial on the hinged lid. The interior spout is fitted with a perforated strainer. The sugar scuttle is of traditional helmet form, decorated with chased floral and foliate scrolls and a beaded rim, supported by a circular foot with a scrolled handle. The double entree dish is rectangular with a gadrooned border, featuring two serving compartments and a central fixed handle with a ribbed grip. The dish stands on four stylized paw feet. No maker marks or hallmarks are visible in the provided images.
Lot: 398 - Faceted Octagonal Chinese Famille Noire Style Vase
A large, faceted octagonal baluster-form ceramic vase featuring a short neck and a widely flared trumpet rim. The exterior is decorated with a continuous scene of songbirds and botanical motifs, including winding vines, variegated leaves, and clusters of berries. The pattern is executed in a palette of soft pastel enamels including lavender, pale yellow, peach, and white against a deep black ground. The birds and foliage are detailed with fine black line work, and the white berries exhibit a slightly raised enamel texture. The interior and the base of the vase are finished with a smooth white glaze. This piece is characteristic of mid-20th-century decorative ceramics produced for the export market, drawing stylistic influence from traditional Chinese Famille Noire and Japanese Meiji-period enamel designs. No maker marks are visible on the base or body of the piece.
Lot: 399 - Art Deco Style Orange Enamel & Brass Chafing Dish
An Art Deco style electric food warmer or chafing dish, often attributed to the King Chafing Dish company. The unit features a rectangular metal body and a matching lid, both finished in a vibrant orange enamel. The piece is elevated on four legs, each featuring a white hourglass-shaped composite central section capped with brass-toned metal terminals. It is designed with two fixed side handles featuring orange grips and a tiered, circular brass-toned finial on the lid. The interior contains a removable clear ribbed glass tray, commonly associated with the Fire King brand, which sits above a central heating element. The construction consists of fabricated and riveted enameled metal with cast metal decorative components. While no maker marks are visible, a small white inventory label is present on the top of the lid.
Lot: 400 - Pair Mid-C. Copper & Brass Chafing Dishes w/
A pair of mid-century vintage copper and brass chafing dishes, suitable for buffet-style serving. The first assembly includes a copper pan and domed lid with a black circular knob and a long, turned black wooden handle. This pan is lined with a white metal, likely tin or aluminum, and rests on a brass tripod stand with a circular ring base. A separate copper and brass spirit lamp with an adjustable lid and handle is included for this unit. The second assembly consists of a copper pan with two cast brass handles with black wooden spacers and a pitched domed lid with a brass finial. This pan sits within a decorative pierced brass gallery stand supported by three cast brass foliate-style feet. The copper bodies and lids are constructed using spinning or pressing techniques, while the stands and handles feature cast and sheet brass elements. There are no visible maker marks, stamps, or hallmarks on any of the pieces.
Lot: 401 - Wendell August Forge Trio Bronze Christmas Plates
A trio of solid bronze commemorative Christmas plates produced by the Wendell August Forge of Grove City, Pennsylvania. Each plate is hand-forged with a characteristic hammered or planished texture on the reverse and rims, featuring a high-relief embossed scene on the front face. The set includes three consecutive years from the annual collection: 1989, 1990, and 1991. The 1989 plate is titled Building a Snowman and depicts two children decorating a snowman in a winter landscape with a stone cottage. The 1990 plate is titled Trimming the Tree and shows a family decorating a large interior Christmas tree beside a grandfather clock. The 1991 plate is titled Grandmas Christmas Kitchen and illustrates a woman and two children preparing holiday food in a kitchen with a decorated tree visible in the background. The reverse of each plate is marked with the circular Wendell August Forge handmade stamp containing a blacksmith at an anvil. These stamps include the numbers 80 for the 1989 issue and 90 for the 1990 and 1991 issues, alongside various workshop marks such as a quatrefoil, a stylized D, or an I symbol. The back of each plate further bears the inscription LIMITED EDITION, the respective title, SOLID BRONZE, and a unique registration or serial number. Individual serial numbers are 1438 for the 1989 plate, 101 for the 1990 plate, and 2112 for the 1991 plate. Each plate features the year in a rectangular cartouche at the bottom center of the front face. Diameter: 7.75 inches each.
Lot: 402 - 3 Antique Oak Industrial Index Card File Drawers
This set of three antique industrial storage drawers is constructed from quartersawn oak featuring prominent grain patterns. The drawers were originally designed for use in a large-scale card catalog or document filing cabinet, characteristic of early 20th-century American office furniture in the style of manufacturers such as Globe Wernicke or Yawman and Erbe. Each drawer front is equipped with original metal hardware, including a rectangular card holder and a central cup bin pull, both attached with flat-head screws. The sides of the units feature handwritten inventory numbers 46, 49, and 50 in dark ink. Small white adhesive labels with the handwritten number 402 are present on the drawer fronts. No manufacturer marks or labels were identified on the wood or hardware.
Lot: 403 - Pair Vtg Industrial Wood Index Card Filing Drawers
A matching pair of vintage industrial wooden drawers designed for index card or document filing. The drawers are of solid wood construction with a dark stained finish. Each front panel features a cast metal bin pull with an integrated rectangular label frame, exhibiting a heavy dark patina and surface rust. The exterior side panels contain horizontal grooves for cabinet rail compatibility. One drawer side features a handwritten 29 in ink, likely a former inventory number. Small white adhesive labels with 403 are present on the drawer fronts. The interiors are currently empty. These drawers are characteristic of early 20th-century office utility furniture, closely resembling components from Globe Wernicke or similar filing systems.
Lot: 403A - Seeburg Consolette SC-1 Jukebox Wallbox Selector
A Seeburg Consolette Type SC-1 jukebox wallbox remote selector unit manufactured by The Seeburg Corporation of Chicago, Illinois. This mid-century device was designed for mounting at diner tables or booths to remotely select music from a central jukebox. The unit features a chrome-plated metal housing with integrated stereo speakers located behind silver-toned mesh grilles. The central control panel includes three volume selection buttons labeled LOW, MED, and HIGH, situated above graphics reading MAKE SELECTION TO HEAR stereo speakers with an orange stylized logo. Below the speaker graphics is an alphanumeric keypad for song selection, consisting of two rows of letters and one row of numbers. The upper section contains a flip-page mechanism for music title strips, operated by large chrome knobs on either side of the chassis. Markings on the lower chassis identify the unit as TYPE SC1, 2.5 AMPS. MAX., 24 VOLTS, 60 CYCLES. Additional branding includes stylized script reading SEEBURG CONSOLETTE and gold-toned side labels reading STEREO CONSOLETTE. A hand-written label under glass at the top indicates 2 Plays / 1 Quarter. The reverse of the unit retains an original paper warning label regarding mounting instructions. A single metal key is present in the side lock.
Lot: 403B - Hostess House Electri-Cooker Nut Display Case LA
This is a vintage commercial countertop salted nut warming display case manufactured by the Electri-Cooker Operation, a division of the General Foods Corporation. The unit is branded for Hostess House and is constructed with a stainless steel body and glass panels. The design features a slanted front for optimal product visibility, with the front glass panel hinged at the top for product retrieval. Access for filling and maintenance is provided by a large hinged door on the rear of the cabinet. According to the manufacturer identification plate, the unit is designed to function as a passive warmer using a 100-watt incandescent lamp to provide both illumination and heat. The front of the unit displays a decorative decal in orange, brown, and white featuring the Hostess House logo and text reading Salted Nuts and Hot & Delicious - Cooked Fresh Here. A riveted metal identification plate on the rear provides the following specifications: Model LA, No. 3739, 115 Volts A.C. or D.C. It also identifies the unit as property of Electri-Cooker Operation, I.F.S.D. General Foods Corporation. A partially worn Underwriters Laboratories (UL) paper sticker is affixed above the metal plate.
Lot: 404 - Vtg Industrial Yellow Wirework Gathering Basket
A vintage industrial-style wirework basket featuring a flared cylindrical body. The piece is constructed from vertical iron or steel wire ribs reinforced by two horizontal rings and a thickened wire rim. The base is designed with a radiating starburst pattern where the wires converge at a central ring. A heavy-gauge wire bail handle is attached to two loops integrated into the rim. The entire basket is finished in a yellow paint coating. There are no manufacturer's marks or stamps visible on the metal. This type of utilitarian basket was commonly used for harvesting fruit, vegetables, or gathering eggs.
Lot: 405 - Vintage Deep-Tones by Crown Maroon Train Case
This vintage vanity train case features a maroon textured exterior, likely faux leather or vinyl, with contrasting cream-toned reinforced edge binding and a curved, light-colored plastic handle. The front of the case is fitted with a small metal identification plaque inscribed DEEP-TONES by CROWN with a crown symbol on either side. Below the plaque, the case is personalized with gold-toned lettering that reads H. McC. The interior is lined in a matching maroon fabric and includes a rectangular mirror mounted to the underside of the lid and elasticized storage loops along the back interior wall. The hardware consists of brass-toned metal latches and locking plates.
Lot: 406 - Brown Glazed Stoneware Canning Jar w/ Glass Lid
A small stoneware canning jar with a cylindrical body and tapered shoulder, finished in a dark brown Albany-type slip glaze. The vessel features an interior recessed rim to hold the accompanying circular glass lid. The clear glass lid is embossed with the letters PAT and a central S, surrounded by a circular sequence of numerals. Two small apertures on opposite sides of the rim indicate the former attachment points for a missing wire bail handle. The unglazed tan ceramic base is unmarked.
Lot: 407 - G.S. Dowdy Candy Co. Glass Jar w/ Lithographed Lid
A mid-20th century Art Deco style glass candy display jar with a lithographed metal screw-top lid. The jar is made of clear molded glass and features a multi-paneled fluted body with geometric shoulders, designed for counter display. The base of the jar is embossed with the Owens-Illinois Glass Company mark consisting of a diamond-shaped border with a circle inside and a vertical line, accompanied by the numbers 2, 53, and 14. The tin lid is lithographed with an orange and white checkered pattern around the rim and text that reads Soft Old Fashion, Dowdy's Pure Sugar Stick, and 260 Count. The side of the lid is marked G.S. Dowdy Candy Company.
Lot: 408 - Pair American Two-Tone Stoneware Jar & Crock
This lot features two pieces of American utilitarian stoneware characterized by a traditional two-tone glaze. The first vessel is a cylindrical storage jar designed with a rounded shoulder and a narrow, upright rim. It includes a matching flat-topped lid fitted with a central knob. The second vessel is a wide-mouthed open crock with slightly tapered sides and a thick, rounded rim. Both pieces are finished with a dark brown slip glaze on the upper section and a light cream-colored glaze on the lower body. The interiors of both vessels are also finished in a dark brown glaze. No maker marks, capacity stamps, or decorative cobalt markings are visible on the exterior or interior surfaces of either item. These vessels are characteristic of the utilitarian stoneware manufactured by various potteries in the United States during the late 19th to early 20th century.
Lot: 409 - thought)Set 3 Vtg Eatmor & Boyce Fruit Farm Wood
This lot consists of three vintage wooden produce crates used for agricultural shipping during the mid-20th century. The first crate is built from rough-sawn wooden slats with vertical corner supports and features an orange-painted top slat with the black stenciled mark BOYCE FRUIT FARM. The second crate is a solid-sided cranberry box with red stenciled lettering on the side reading Eatmor Cranberries. The third crate also features the red Eatmor Cranberries stenciled branding and includes a partial lithographed paper label on one end. This label identifies the contents as HONKER BRAND GOOD BERRIES and includes the text FOURTH TRADE MARK, STANDARD BARREL, and SALES CO. FOR THE EXCHANGE CHICAGO. The name E A T M O R is printed vertically on the right edge of the label. All three crates are constructed of wood panels and slats secured with metal nails.
Lot: 410 - Pair Amber Glass Kerosene Lamps w/ Etched Chimneys
A pair of vintage non-electric kerosene or oil lamps featuring molded amber glass bases. The bases are decorated with embossed scroll and foliate patterns and support clear glass reservoirs. The reservoirs currently contain a dark, aged liquid fuel residue. The lamps are equipped with brass-toned metal burners and adjustable wicks. Each lamp is fitted with a clear glass chimney characterized by a crimped pie-crust top rim. The chimneys feature distinct frosted etched decorations: one depicts a repeating classical motif of torches and laurel wreaths, while the other shows mid-20th-century figures, including dancing couples. These items are characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century Early American revival decorative styles. No maker's marks, labels, or stamps were observed on the glass or metal components.
Lot: 411 - Cranberry Etched Glass Mantel Luster w/ Prisms
This vintage electric table lamp is designed in the style of a traditional hurricane lamp or mantel luster. The piece consists of a flared cranberry glass chimney shade and a clear pressed glass pedestal base. The shade features wheel-etched decoration depicting a grape and vine motif with a series of circular thumbprints along the upper rim. The clear glass base is faceted with geometric starburst patterns. Suspended from the upper rim of the base are multiple faceted glass prisms in alternating cranberry and clear glass, featuring long teardrop shapes. The lamp is fitted with a single socket and a flame-tip neon flicker bulb. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 412 - Flemish Art Co. Pyrography Wood Box w/ Floral
This early 20th-century pyrography wood box was produced by the Flemish Art Company of New York. The rectangular wooden structure features relief-carved and wood-burnt decoration on the lid and sides, depicting poinsettias and maple leaves. The interior is fitted with a padded, tufted light blue fabric lining. The underside bears an impressed maker mark for FLEMISH ART CO. NEW YORK with a central shield reading FLEMISH QUALITY 6682 IS STANDARD. The base also features a hand-burnt inscription reading Mother. Dec. 25,-10. and the initials B.R.B. in the lower right corner. The box is fitted with a small metal clasp and hinges.
Lot: 413 - Two Early 20th Century Decorative Lidded Boxes
This lot features two lidded boxes from the early 20th century. The larger rectangular box is constructed of a paper-covered substrate, likely cardboard or thin wood, decorated with gilded lithographed motifs of floral wreaths and wheat stalks. The lid bears a handwritten inscription in ink reading Bessie paper this for Virginias doll clothes. The second, smaller box is made of wood and is decorated using a pyrography or pokerwork technique with hand-painted red and green accents. The design depicts poinsettias and holly leaves on a stippled ground, with a burnt diagonal stripe pattern along the top edge of the base. The interior of the wooden box is unfinished, showing the reverse of the lid decoration. Both pieces are characteristic of early 20th-century domestic decorative arts.
Lot: 414 - Illman Brothers Peterson's Fashion Engraving Tray
This late 19th-century hand-colored fashion engraving, titled Les Modes Parisiennes, was originally produced for Peterson's Magazine. The print depicts four Victorian women and a young child in elaborate period attire within an outdoor park setting, accompanied by a small dog in the foreground. The work is a steel engraving, characteristic of the fashion plates found in mid-to-late 19th-century ladies' periodicals. It is mounted under glass within a vintage wooden serving tray featuring double handles made of wood and metal. A legible printed inscription at the bottom center reads Engraved & Printed by Illman Brothers. below which is the larger title LES MODES PARISIENNES PETERSON'S MAGAZINE. The tray is constructed of dark-stained wood with mitered corners and a raised gallery edge.
Lot: 415 - Silver Gelatin Child Portrait, Gilt & Velvet Frame
This studio portrait consists of a vintage silver gelatin print depicting a young child seated on a high stool. The child is dressed in period attire, including a dark tunic with a cape collar and horizontal stripes at the hem, worn over white ruffled leggings. The photograph is oval-cut and mounted on a plush red velvet mat. The piece is held within a gold-toned rectangular frame featuring decorative cast-metal flourishes at the corners and centers. These flourishes are designed with scrolling foliage and shell motifs in the Louis XVI revival style and are secured to the primary frame with visible pins. A white inventory sticker marked 415 is present on the upper portion of the velvet. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the front of the item.
Lot: 416 - Franklin Mint Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Knife
A commemorative Bowie-style knife produced by the Franklin Mint as a tribute to United States military veterans, specifically referencing the Vietnam War. The wide, polished steel blade features a gold and black graphic of a bald eagle clutching a ribbon inscribed with the text To Honor All Who Served. The handle is constructed from contoured dark wood with horizontal grooves and a black vertical inlay. Inset into the wooden grip is a circular gold-tone medallion depicting the Three Soldiers statue, which was dedicated at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1984. The handle is further embellished with gold-tone five-pointed stars, with two on one side and three on the reverse. The knife features a brass-toned S-curved crossguard and a cast metal pommel in the form of a bald eagle's head with an open beak. There are no visible manufacturer stamps, serial numbers, or country of origin marks on the blade, ricasso, or guard.
Lot: 417 - Vintage Blue Grass Forged Steel Draw Knife
This vintage woodworking tool is a draw knife, featuring a forged steel blade and two turned wooden handles. The blade is stamped with the mark = BLUE GRASS =, the premium brand of the Belknap Hardware & Manufacturing Company based in Louisville, Kentucky. The tool is constructed with a solid steel blade with integrated tangs that curve into the handles, which are fitted with metal ferrules and end caps. The wooden handles exhibit a dark-stained or painted finish. A small paper label with the handwritten number 417 is adhered to the blade.
Lot: 418 - True Temper Kelly Works Jersey Single-Bit Axe Head
This item is a vintage forged steel single-bit axe head manufactured by True Temper at the Kelly Works facility. The head features a Jersey pattern, characterized by its wide blade and prominent lugs or ears extending below the eye. One face of the axe head is stamped with three lines of text: TRUE TEMPER in a stylized, italicized font, followed by WORLDS FINEST and KELLY WORKS. This stamping is associated with mid-20th-century production from the manufacturer's Charleston, West Virginia, location. The item currently features a small white adhesive auction label marked 418.
Lot: 419 - Antique Cast Iron Waffle Iron with Low Base
This antique cast iron waffle iron consists of a two-piece circular iron assembly housed within a matching low-profile base. The iron features a central hinge that allows it to be rotated within the base frame for even heating over a stove eye. The interior cooking plates are divided into four quadrants, each cast with a raised diamond-point pattern. The base is constructed with a long, tapered handle terminating in a teardrop-shaped hanging hole. A circular embossed mark is visible on the exterior of the upper plate, though the specific manufacturer name is obscured by heavy surface oxidation. This pattern and configuration are characteristic of American kitchenware produced in the late 19th to early 20th centuries by various foundries.
Lot: 420 - Cousances France Enameled Cast Iron Gratin Dish
A vintage French enameled cast iron round gratin or baking dish manufactured by Cousances. The piece features a shallow, circular form with two integrated tab handles characterized by a ribbed or scalloped pattern. The exterior is finished in a gradient flame orange enamel, transitioning from a deeper red-orange at the base to a lighter orange at the rim. The interior is coated in white enamel. The underside of the dish is embossed with the number 22, indicating the diameter in centimeters, alongside the manufacturer name COUSANCES and the country of origin FRANCE. A circular logo containing a lowercase letter a is also present on the base. A partial original paper label titled USE AND MAINTENANCE remains adhered to the center of the bottom. Diameter: 8.6 inches (22 cm) excluding handles.
Lot: 421 - Coleman Model 512A Catalytic Heater 3500 BTU
This portable catalytic heater was manufactured by The Coleman Company, Inc. and is identified as model 512A. The unit is constructed with a painted steel fuel fount and a silver-toned metal collar stamped with Model 512 A and Kansas. A metal mesh dome guard covers the catalytic heating element at the top. The green fount retains several original decals, including a red and white brand label specifying a 3500 BTU heat output, a yellow and red fuel instruction label stating Use Only Coleman Fuel and Do Not Use Leaded Gasoline, and a dark instructional decal with numbered lighting steps. The manufacturer mark The Coleman Co., Inc. is stamped into the metal above the lighting instructions. The heater is equipped with a wire bale handle and a circular fuel filler cap.
Lot: 421A - Coleman 513A708 Catalytic Heater w/ Original Box
This vintage Coleman brand catalytic heater, model number 513A708, features a two-tone enameled metal construction. The upper housing is finished in a light green enamel with vertical ventilation slats, while the lower fuel reservoir base is finished in a dark green enamel. A decal on the front of the base identifies the unit as a Coleman Catalytic Heater, noting it is adjustable from 3000 to 5000 BTU and carries a patent pending status. The top of the unit is fitted with a domed metal mesh heating element. Functional components include a silver-tone wire bail handle and a small red plastic adjustment knob located on the side of the housing. This lot includes the original cardboard retail box, which features a graphic illustration of the heater and the model number 513A708 printed on the side.
Lot: 423 - Thomas 317 Cathedral AM/FM Radio & Cassette Player
A Thomas Collector's Edition Model 317 cathedral-style tabletop radio and cassette player from the America Series. This solid-state device, manufactured in 1989, is a reproduction of a 1932 arched cathedral radio. The cabinet is constructed of wood with a stained finish and features decorative fluted side pilasters and a rounded arch-top design. The speaker is housed behind a decorative wooden grille with a lattice-patterned fabric backing. A central antiqued brass-tone faceplate is embossed with the year 1932 and labels for Tone and Tuning. The unit features four black plastic control knobs for Band selection (AM-FM-AFC), Tone, Tuning, and Volume/Power (ON/OFF). An analog frequency dial is visible through a small arched window on the central faceplate. A side-loading cassette player is integrated into the right side of the wooden cabinet. The reverse side features a pressed fiberboard back panel with original manufacturer labels and technical specifications. Markings: A brass-tone plaque at the front base reads THOMAS Collector's Edition Radio. The back panel includes labels for Model 317, America Series Radio No. 0220, and a UL listed sticker dated September 1989. The technical label specifies frequency ranges for AM (525-1650KHz) and FM (88-108 MHz) with a power consumption of 15W.
Lot: 424 - Primitive Wood Slatted Garden Trug
This primitive wooden garden trug or vegetable harvesting basket features a bed constructed from multiple horizontal wooden slats attached to solid, rounded end panels. This design allows for the drainage of soil and debris during use. The basket is equipped with two tall vertical uprights secured by metal bolts, supporting a cylindrical wooden handle. A horizontal cross-brace provides additional reinforcement at the base of the handle uprights. No maker marks are visible. A small white paper lot tag is attached to the handle.
Lot: 425 - Vtg Wood Lobster Trap w/ Internal Netting
This traditional lobster trap is constructed in a bowed or half-round design using weathered wooden slats and a heavy timber base. The interior features remnants of hand-tied rope netting funnels, designed as parlors for trapping crustaceans. A textured concrete or stone ballast is integrated into the floor of the structure to provide weight for submersion. The assembly is held together with metal fasteners. The piece exhibits a heavy silvery-gray patina characteristic of authentic maritime equipment exposed to saltwater environments.
Lot: 427 - Chinese Lacquered & Glass Curio Wall Cabinet, 20C
A rectangular wall-mounted curio display cabinet of Chinese style, likely produced in the second half of the 20th century. The cabinet is constructed from dark-stained or black lacquered wood and features a single hinged glass door. The interior is configured with an asymmetrical arrangement of shelves forming a maze-like pattern, designed for the presentation of small collectibles. Two of the internal shelves terminate in decorative scrolled ends. The cabinet is equipped with two brass mounting brackets at the top, each featuring a geometric fretwork design. The door is secured with a brass latch assembly that includes a decorative openwork pendant. This pendant is cast in the shape of a stylized Shou character, a traditional Chinese symbol representing longevity. A small gold-toned rectangular mark or label is present in the lower left corner of the interior, though the details within the mark are not clearly legible.
Lot: 428 - J. & P. Coats Spool & Signed Folk Art Wood Boxes
This lot consists of two wooden storage boxes featuring folk art and advertising motifs. The first item is a rectangular box with a hand-painted lid depicting a bowl of fruit and a bird on a basket, with a central medallion featuring a star and the word Primitives. The painting bears the signature J. H. Williams in the lower right corner. This box is constructed with leather strip hinges. The second item is a wooden box designed in the style of a spool cabinet with a dark reddish-brown stained finish and a hinged lid. The front of this box is decorated with horizontal panels bearing the text J. & P. COATS, ASSORTED COLORS, and SPOOL COTTON, and is accented with six small white ceramic-style knobs. Both boxes are decorative reproductions or style pieces rather than original antique utility containers.
Lot: 429 - Empire Plastic Corp. Lighted Mrs. Rabbit Blow Mold
This is a vintage holiday lawn decoration manufactured by the Empire Plastic Corp., identified as the Mrs. Rabbit model. The figure is constructed of blow-molded plastic and depicts an anthropomorphic female bunny rabbit. She is decorated with a light blue dress, a white apron, and a yellow bonnet accented with blue flowers. A pink bow is molded at her neck, and she holds a woven-style basket containing several pastel-colored Easter eggs. Designed for interior or exterior use, the piece features an internal light socket assembly accessible via a circular plate on the back, connected to a white power cord. The lower reverse edge bears the embossed maker's mark consisting of a crown logo and the text EMPIRE, TARBORO NC, MADE IN USA, alongside a recycling symbol with the numeral 2.
Lot: 430 - Pair Hand-Painted Plywood Easter Bunny Cutouts
This lot consists of two hand-painted plywood Easter garden cutouts intended for outdoor lawn decoration. The first figure depicts a white rabbit in an artist persona, holding a paintbrush in one paw and a large, multi-colored decorated egg in the other. It is attached to a wooden sign element painted with the blue block lettering HAPPY EASTER. The second figure features a brown rabbit wearing a blue and white striped bowtie, holding a yellow woven-style basket filled with several colorful, decorated Easter eggs. Both items are constructed from flat plywood with central wooden support rails on the reverse that extend into pointed stakes for ground insertion. The reverse of the brown bunny has been painted solid red, while the reverse of the white bunny is unpainted, showing a weathered wood surface. A small white adhesive tag with the hand-written digits 430 is located on the top right ear of the brown rabbit, likely an inventory number from a previous sale. No visible manufacturer marks or artist signatures are present.
Lot: 431 - General Foam Plastics Jack-O-Lantern Blow Mold
This vintage illuminated Halloween jack-o-lantern blow mold is attributed to General Foam Plastics based on its distinctive tall, oval shape and carved facial features. The item is constructed from orange blow-molded plastic with a painted green stem and black-painted eyes, nose, and mouth. It functions as a seasonal floor lamp or decorative yard ornament. The back of the pumpkin features a recessed area for a light fixture. It includes an attached white electrical power cord and a light socket assembly. There is a small white sticker on the forehead of the pumpkin with the hand-written number 431. A rectangular manufacturer label is present on the reverse, though the text is faded and no longer legible. No embossed manufacturer marks were observed.
Lot: 432 - Victorian Style Four Tier Burnt Bamboo Etagere
A four tier bamboo etagere or display whatnot of fixed, single unit construction. The frame is composed of bamboo poles featuring characteristic scorched decorative patterns throughout. The top tier is enclosed on three sides by a bamboo spindle gallery and is topped with four turned wooden ball finials at the corners. The piece contains four fixed rectangular wooden shelves with a dark stained finish and beveled front edges. The structure is supported by four vertical bamboo legs with horizontal and diagonal bamboo cross bracing for stability. A small white rectangular paper label with the printed digits 432 is present on the top shelf, likely representing an inventory or lot number. No other maker marks or stamps were identified.
Lot: 433 - American Country Hardwood 1-Drawer Stand, 19th C
This American country one-drawer side table or occasional stand dates to the mid-19th century, approximately 1830-1850. The table is constructed from a dark-stained hardwood, such as maple or cherry, with a solid square top featuring an overhanging edge. A single wide drawer is set into the front apron, fitted with a centrally placed turned wood knob. The drawer construction exhibits hand-cut dovetail joints and utilizes a lighter-colored secondary wood for the sides, typical of white pine or poplar. The table is supported by four turned legs characterized by square-section blocks at the apron, followed by ring and bulb turnings that taper to small peg feet. No maker's marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 434 - Primitive Painted Wood Three-Shelf Open Bookcase
A primitive open-frame wooden bookcase featuring three fixed interior shelves and a top storage surface, providing four levels of utility. The unit is constructed from softwood, likely pine, and utilized a simple utilitarian design. The front and side vertical supports are finished in a weathered teal-green paint, while the back vertical supports are unpainted natural wood. The piece is of single-piece construction. A small white inventory tag reading 431 is attached to the front right vertical upright.
Lot: 435 - Antique White Utility Cabinet w/ Porc. Enamel Top
This is a single-piece early 20th-century American utilitarian cabinet, commonly used as a washstand or small kitchen workstation. The piece is constructed with a wooden frame finished in white paint and features an inset white porcelain-enamel work surface accented by a black-painted rim. The storage layout includes a single drawer positioned over a single cupboard door. The drawer is fitted with a black-painted metal bail pull and is lined with yellow and white damask-patterned paper. The cupboard door, opened by a small black round knob, contains an integrated white-coated wire storage rack on the interior. The cabinet interior retains wooden side runners for an adjustable shelf, which is currently missing. The unit is supported by four square-post legs. A lot sticker numbered 435 is present on the front edge of the top. No manufacturer marks, stamps, or labels were found on the piece. Dimensions not provided.
Lot: 436 - Louis XV Style 2-Tier Coffee Table, Adams Always
Attributed to the maker Adams Always in the Louis XV style, this two-tiered coffee table is constructed of carved wood with a mahogany-toned finish. The upper tier features a serpentine-shaped top frame inset with a circular glass pane that displays an etched double-line border. The corners of the top tier are accented with four large, ornate carved wood handles. A secondary wood shelf is positioned below, following the serpentine footprint of the upper structure. The table is supported by four cabriole legs with deep foliate and scroll carvings at the knees, terminating in ball-and-claw feet. No maker's marks were identified during inspection; a small white adhesive lot sticker numbered 436 is present on the wood and glass surfaces.
Lot: 437 - Pair Louis XV Mahogany Tiered Tables Attr. Adams
A pair of mahogany tiered side tables in the Louis XV style, attributed to Adams Always. Each table features a square top with deeply scalloped edges and carved scrolling foliate corners. Centered within each top is an inset circular glass panel with etched concentric ring detailing. The tables are designed with a second, lower tier shelf featuring a shaped apron. They are supported by four cabriole legs with carved acanthus leaf motifs at the knees, terminating in claw-and-ball feet. Scrolled support brackets connect the top and lower tiers. No maker marks or signatures were observed during inspection.
Lot: 438 - Victorian Style Louvered Wood Window Shutter
A single tall and narrow architectural window shutter constructed from wood. The piece features a two-tier louvered design with sets of angled slats divided by a central horizontal rail. It is finished in a weathered forest green paint. The reverse side includes vertical control rods connected to the louvers. Original iron hardware is present, including a latch mechanism and hinges. A small inventory sticker with the number 438 is located on the front center rail.
Lot: 439 - Pair Arts & Crafts Leaded Glass Casement Windows
This lot consists of a pair of architectural leaded glass casement windows, likely dating from the early 20th century. The windows are set within rectangular wooden frames finished in an ocher-colored paint. They retain their original iron hardware, including heavy strap hinges and a thumb-latch locking mechanism on one unit. Each window features clear glass panes divided by lead cames in a three-by-five rectangular grid pattern. The center of each panel contains a decorative leaded medallion composed of concentric circles with an inner motif of interlocking chain links and oval elements. One frame has a small white sticker with the number 439, and a paper tag hand-labeled Leaded Glass Hinged Window is attached to the latch of one unit. No maker marks or signatures are visible.
Lot: 440 - Beaumont Brothers Schoolhouse Salt-Glazed Crock
A contemporary salt-glazed stoneware utility jar produced by Beaumont Bros. Pottery of Crooksville, Ohio. The vessel features a cylindrical form with a tapered shoulder and a wide, flared rim. The exterior is finished with a characteristic salt-glaze orange peel texture. The front is decorated with hand-painted cobalt blue slip depicting a one-room schoolhouse scene. The central schoolhouse includes a bell in the cupola and a sign reading SCHOOL, flanked by two stylized trees and low bushes. The interior shows a dark brown slip glaze. An impressed maker's stamp on the shoulder reads Beaumont Bros. Pottery, S. RUCKER, Crooksville, Ohio. The underside of the base is hand-incised with the year 1999. A modern white adhesive inventory label is affixed to the front.
Lot: 441 - Vtg Glass Marbles w/ Uranium Glass
A large collection of assorted glass marbles featuring a variety of machine-made styles and patterns. The lot contains a diverse array of examples including swirls, patches, cat's eyes, and solid opaque and transparent types in numerous colors. One specimen within the group exhibits a bright fluorescent green glow under ultraviolet light, characteristic of uranium glass. The collection is housed in a cardboard storage box marked with an internal identification label reading 441. The marbles vary in size and appear to include both vintage and more modern examples.
Lot: 442 - Pyrex Town & Country Covered Casseroles, Trio
A trio of vintage Pyrex round casserole dishes accompanied by clear glass lids. These pieces feature the Town and Country pattern, consisting of a repeating horizontal band of stylized brown star or snowflake motifs against a yellow exterior finish. The dishes are manufactured from opaque white glass with a fired-on enamel coating. The base of the vessels features embossed manufacturer marks. The marks include the model number 472 followed by the capacity 1 1/2 PT, the Pyrex brand name, TRADE MARK, MADE IN U.S.A., and OVEN WARE. Various mold numbers such as 27 are also present. Capacity: 1.5 pints each.
Lot: 444 - Fenton & Imperial Marigold Carnival Glass Bowls
This lot features two examples of American marigold carnival glass, showcasing prominent patterns from the early 20th century. The collection consists of a ruffled bowl in the Holly pattern, attributed to the Fenton Art Glass Company, and a three-footed bowl in the Lustre Rose pattern, attributed to the Imperial Glass Company. Both pieces are constructed of pressed glass with a metallic iridescent luster over an orange-amber base. The Fenton Holly bowl is defined by a deeply ruffled or crimped rim creating a six-pointed silhouette. The interior decoration features a radial arrangement of embossed holly leaves and berries extending from a central star motif. It sits on a low, molded collar base. A small adhesive label marked 444 is present on the underside. The Imperial Lustre Rose bowl is a deep, round vessel with a serrated sawtooth rim. The interior displays large, embossed rose blooms and foliage against a textured ground, while the exterior features a repeating band of floral and geometric patterns. The bowl is supported by three integral spatula-style feet. No maker's marks are visible on either piece. Holly Bowl Diameter: Approximately 8 to 9 inches Lustre Rose Bowl Diameter: Approximately 7 to 8 inches.
Lot: 445 - 16 Vtg Wooden Alphabet & Pictorial Toy Blocks
This lot consists of a collection of 16 vintage toy blocks manufactured from wood. The blocks feature a mix of embossed and painted designs including letters, numbers, and various pictorial illustrations. Several blocks exhibit colored backgrounds in shades of orange, red, blue, green, and yellow, while others have natural wood finishes with embossed characters. Visible characters across the set include the letters T, A, S, L, Y, C, B, M, I, F, D, and E, alongside the number 9. Specific designs include a blue-stamped illustration of a truck with the word TRUCK printed below, as well as embossed animal figures such as a rabbit and a deer. One block features vertical blue stripes above a red-stamped animal. The blocks are square in form with designs present on multiple faces.
Lot: 446 - Set 12 Noel Glass Christmas Ornaments w/ Boxes
A set of 12 glass Christmas ornaments branded as Classic Noel, featuring a design consistent with late 20th-century glass holiday decorations. The collection is presented in three original retail boxes, each containing four ornaments. The ornaments are decorated with silver-tone floral scrollwork and a textured horizontal band. The set includes eight round ornaments and four bell-shaped ornaments. One box contains four teal-finished round ornaments, another box contains four mint green-finished round ornaments, and the third box contains four bell-shaped ornaments in a mix of two teal and two mint green finishes. Each ornament is topped with a decorative silver-tone metal crown. The original cardboard and plastic packaging is included, featuring printed graphics and labels. The boxes bear retail price tags from Kraynak�s, and one box is marked with the style name Nostalgia Bell.
Lot: 447 - Pair Atlas Mason's Patent 1858 Aqua Glass Jars
This pair of aqua-colored glass canning jars is embossed on the front with the text ATLAS- MASON'S PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858. The jars are constructed of light blue glass and feature characteristic manufacturing air bubbles and minor surface irregularities. Each vessel is fitted with a threaded zinc screw-top lid. The lid on the left jar is embossed with the word ATLAS on the top, while the lid on the right jar is plain. The reverse of the left jar displays embossed numerals 2 and 4 along with other less defined markings. These items conform to the half-gallon size commonly associated with this patent and manufacturer. Both jars currently bear white auction lot stickers labeled 447 on the shoulder area.
Lot: 448 - Trio Mason's Patent 1858 Aqua Glass Canning Jars
A trio of antique aqua-colored glass canning jars in graduated sizes. Each vessel features embossed lettering on the body that reads MASON'S PATENT NOV 30TH 1858. The jars are constructed of translucent aqua glass and are equipped with threaded zinc metal lids. The glass shows characteristic manufacturing traits of the late 19th to early 20th century, including internal seed bubbles and minor striations. The jars have ground rims and bases with circular mold indentations. These containers were produced based on the 1858 patent by John Landis Mason for a square-shouldered jar with a threaded neck. Each jar retains a white lot sticker marked with the number 448.
Lot: 449 - 3 Mason 1858 Aqua Glass Jars w/ Maltese Cross
Identified by the embossed Maltese cross and text MASON'S PATENT NOV. 30TH 1858, these three aqua glass jars represent late 19th to early 20th-century American food preservation vessels. The set features three distinct sizes: a half-gallon jar with a tapered shoulder, a standard quart jar, and a smaller pint-sized cylindrical jar. Each vessel is constructed from molded aqua-colored glass and displays characteristic period manufacturing traits, including interior seed bubbles, mold seams, and cooling marks. The jars are fitted with threaded metal screw-top lids. The embossing is well-defined and remains clearly legible on the face of each container. Small white identification stickers labeled 449 are present on the exterior of the glass.
Lot: 450 - Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Glass Jars w/ Zinc Lids
A collection of vintage aqua blue glass canning jars featuring embossed lettering on the front. Each jar displays the script Ball logo above the block-lettered words PERFECT MASON. The jars are produced in a translucent aqua blue glass and exhibit manufacturing characteristics such as air bubbles and mold seams. Each jar is fitted with a threaded zinc metal screw-top lid. The undersides of the glass jars feature embossed base marks including a single numeral 6, the numerals 16, an oval or 0 shape, and a stylized mark resembling a 4 or triangle. Two of the jars have small white rectangular inventory stickers on the shoulder. These jars are consistent with the Ball Perfect Mason style produced in the early 20th century.
Lot: 451 - Set 6 Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Blue Glass Jars
A set of six machine-made aqua blue glass canning jars manufactured by the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company. Each jar features the embossed Ball script logo on the front without an underscore, positioned above the words PERFECT MASON in block capital letters. The jars exhibit various embossed mold numbers and characters on the bases, including the digits 0, 2, 3, 6, 9, and 10, as well as the letter C. These jars were produced using a mold-blown machine process, evidenced by visible mold seams and smooth, machine-finished bases. The glass is a characteristic aqua color frequently identified as Ball Blue. The mouth of each jar is finished with threads originally intended for use with zinc screw caps.
Lot: 452 - Set 6 Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Glass Canning Jars
A set of six vintage Ball Perfect Mason canning jars manufactured by the Ball Brothers Glass Manufacturing Company. These jars are constructed from machine-made molded glass in a characteristic aqua color, often referred to as Ball Blue. Each jar features a threaded rim designed for a screw-on lid. The exterior of each vessel is embossed with a script logo featuring the name Ball without an underscore, positioned above the words PERFECT MASON in block capital letters. The bases of the jars feature various embossed alphanumeric characters used for mold identification, including the number 10 above a horizontal line, the number 8, the number 4, and a blurred digit that appears to be a 2.
Lot: 453 - Green Depression Glass Divided Relish Dish, Chrome
A vintage three-part divided relish dish consisting of a pressed green glass insert and a decorative metal carrier. The vibrant green glass is divided into three equal sections by raised interior walls and features a radial sunburst or starburst pattern on the exterior base. The metal frame, likely chrome-plated, is decorated with a pierced geometric lattice design around the perimeter and rests on three small ball feet. The carrier includes a hinged swing handle with stylized angular Art Deco motifs. This style of combined glass and metal tableware was popular in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Lot: 454 - Set 32 Vtg Glass Marbles w/ UV Uranium Glass
This collection of approximately 32 vintage glass marbles contains a diverse range of colors and patterns produced in the mid-20th century. The lot features various machine-made designs including patches and swirls, with some examples in the style of American manufacturers such as Vitro Agate and Akro Agate. A distinctive feature of this group is the presence of multiple marbles that exhibit a neon green fluorescence under ultraviolet light, identifying them as uranium glass. The assortment consists of different sizes, featuring both standard game marbles and shooters. Colors observed include yellow, green, amber, and opaque white with variegated swirls. The marbles are contained in a clear plastic bag with an inventory tag marked 454.
Lot: 455 - Native American Style Peace Pipe w/ Fur & Beadwork
A decorative Native American style ceremonial pipe, identified in various trade contexts as a replica peace pipe. The item features a wooden stem that is partially wrapped in two sections of dark brown fur. Between the fur wraps is an applied band of seed beadwork displaying a geometric pattern of blue, red, yellow, orange, and white beads with a central diamond motif. The L-shaped bowl is constructed from a reddish-brown material, likely a ceramic or pipestone composition. The pipe is further embellished with leather thongs adorned with blue and black pony beads, which terminate in a series of black and white feathers. There are no visible maker's marks or inscriptions. Length: 52 cm.
Lot: 456 - Trio of Long-Stemmed White Clay Tavern Pipes
This lot consists of three long-stemmed smoking pipes, commonly identified as tavern or churchwarden pipes. The pipes are made from unglazed white clay, likely kaolin. Each piece features an unadorned bowl with a small heel or spur at the base, transitioning into a slender, elongate stem. No manufacturer marks, patent dates, or decorative motifs are visible on the bowls or stems. A small, illegible tag is attached to one piece.
Lot: 457 - American Flask & Cap Co. Copper Shell Powder Flask
This antique powder flask was manufactured by the American Flask and Cap Co., as indicated by the stamped maker's mark AM. FLASK & CAP CO visible on the top plate. The flask features a pear-shaped copper body embossed on both sides with a large scallop shell motif and foliate scrollwork near the collar. The brass top assembly includes a thumb-operated spring-loaded lever for the spout mechanism and four brass rings for attachment to a carrying cord. The spout is fitted with an adjustable telescoping charger graduated for black powder measurements of 2 1/4, 2 1/2, 2 3/4, and 3 drams.
Lot: 458 - Embossed Copper & Brass Powder Flask w/ Dog & Bird
This antique powder flask features a copper body with a two-piece construction and an embossed relief design on both sides. The decoration, often referred to as a Dog and Game pattern, depicts a reclining gundog in the lower panel and a pair of game birds situated within a Gothic-style trefoil arch in the upper panel. The flask is fitted with a brass collar and a spring-loaded charger mechanism. The tapered spout is adjustable to allow for varying powder charges and features faint incised graduated measurements along its length. No manufacturer names, proof marks, or maker stamps are clearly visible on the charger or the flask body. These accessories were standard equipment for hunters using muzzle-loading shotguns and rifles during the mid-to-late 19th century. Serial Number: [not visible].
Lot: 459 - Antique Salt Glazed Stoneware Blob Top Beer Bottle
An antique salt-glazed stoneware bottle featuring a cylindrical body tapering at the shoulder to a short neck with a thick, rounded blob top finish. The vessel is constructed of dense clay with a mottled, yellowish-brown salt glaze that displays a characteristic orange peel texture and localized iron spotting. This utilitarian form was commonly produced in the mid to late 19th century for containing liquids like ginger beer, ale, or mineral water. The base is flat, unglazed, and exhibits a coarse texture. No maker's marks, stamps, or capacity designations are visible on the exterior of the bottle.
Lot: 460 - Victorian Hand-Painted Milk Glass Gilt Relief Vase
This Victorian era miniature vase is crafted from opaque white opal glass, commonly known as milk glass. The piece features a bulbous body that tapers into a slender, elongated neck with a flared rim. The exterior is decorated with two hand-painted enamel floral sprays in shades of blue and green. A raised, mold-blown decorative frieze depicting scrollwork and shell motifs encircles the lower portion of the body and is finished with gilded accents. The vessel is mold-blown and features a ground and polished base. A paper lot tag with the number 460 is adhered to the neck.
Lot: 461 - Bohemian Gilt & Enameled Green Glass Pitcher
A late 19th-century Bohemian art glass pitcher, attributed to the Moser factory in Karlovy Vary, crafted from vibrant chartreuse green glass. The body features internal optic ribbing and is extensively decorated with raised gilt scrolling foliage and floral motifs. Two primary cartouches on the front and back display hand-painted polychrome enameled flowers, including pink roses and blue forget-me-nots. The pitcher is designed with a wide scalloped rim and a flared foot, both embellished with broad bands of textured geometric gilding. An applied clear glass C-scroll handle is attached with gilded terminals. A small white paper inventory label on the base is marked 19h in blue ink. No permanent manufacturer marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 462 - Bohemian Ruby Cut Spa Glass, Pyrmont & Bad Altenau
This footed spa glass, also known as a Kurglas, is constructed from clear lead crystal with ruby red staining that has been cut-to-clear. The vessel features an octagonal faceted body and a matching octagonal foot. The central decoration consists of three wheel-engraved panels set against the ruby ground. One panel depicts an architectural view of the Brunnenplatz in Pyrmont, Germany. A second panel features the name C. v. Kleist engraved within a decorative scrollwork cartouche. The third panel shows an architectural scene of Bad Altenau. These primary scenes are framed by delicate floral and scrolling foliate borders at the top and bottom. The foot is decorated with a single ruby-stained ring around the stem. There are no maker marks or factory signatures visible on the piece. A small white inventory sticker marked 4.62 is attached to the underside of the base.
Lot: 463 - Indiana Glass Pink Pressed Glass Hen on Nest Dish
This two-piece covered decorative dish is fashioned in the classic hen on nest form. The item is constructed from translucent pink pressed glass. The top section consists of a lid molded to resemble a nesting hen, with detailed texturing representing feathers on the body, wings, and upright tail. The bottom section is an oval bowl featuring an embossed basketweave pattern and a decorative beaded edge around the rim. This combination of color and pattern is characteristic of production by the Indiana Glass Company. No permanent manufacturer marks are present on the glass. The bottom of the base has a small white paper label with the handwritten initials H J C.
Lot: 464 - Boyd Crystal Art Glass Light Blue Hen on Nest Dish
This is a pressed glass Hen on Nest covered dish produced by Boyd Crystal Art Glass of Cambridge, Ohio. The piece consists of two parts: a lid in the form of a nesting hen and a base shaped like a woven basket. The hen features a split tail and detailed feather molding with a textured head. The oval base has a textured basket-weave exterior and is finished with a beaded rim. The item is made from transparent light blue glass, a color often referred to as ice blue or sapphire blue. An embossed maker mark is located on the interior center of the hen lid, consisting of a capital letter B inside a diamond, enclosed within a circle, with two horizontal marks positioned below the diamond. This mark identifies the piece as a product of Boyd Crystal Art Glass, with the specific configuration indicating a manufacturing date in the 1980s. A small rectangular paper label with the handwritten characters HJH is present on the underside of the base. Length: Approximately 5 inches.
Lot: 465 - Olive Green Hen on Nest Pressed Glass Covered Dish
A two-piece covered dish in the form of a nesting hen, attributed to the Indiana Glass Company. The item is manufactured from translucent pressed glass in a deep olive green color. The upper lid section is modeled as a seated hen with detailed molded feather patterns, a textured comb, and a wattle. The lower oval base features a stippled exterior texture and a prominent beaded rim. No embossed manufacturer marks are present on either the lid or the base. A small rectangular white paper sticker with the handwritten digits 465 is located on the interior floor of the base. Dimensions: Approximately 7 inches in length.
Lot: 466 - Indiana Glass Amberina Hen on Nest Beaded Rim Dish
This pressed glass covered dish is designed in the classic Hen on Nest form, attributed to the Indiana Glass Company. The piece is rendered in Amberina glass, which exhibits a graded color transition from deep ruby red to a golden amber-orange tone, particularly visible on the thinner sections of the tail feathers, comb, and the beaded rim of the base. The lid features a hen with detailed feather textures and a raised tail. The base is molded with a basketweave pattern on the exterior and finished with a beaded edge. A small white rectangular sticker is present on the interior of the base with the handwritten number 466. Length: Approximately 7 inches.
Lot: 467 - L.E. Smith Iridescent Hen on Nest Covered Dish
This is an iridescent clear glass covered dish in the classic hen on nest form. The object consists of a molded lid in the shape of a hen with detailed feathering and an oval base with a diamond-quilted pattern and scalloped rim. The clear glass is treated with an iridescent finish that produces a multi-color spectrum under light. The interior of the base retains a clear adhesive manufacturer label that reads L.e. smith in black text with the word Crystal appearing below in gold. A small white paper tag with the handwritten number 467 is present on the rim of the base.
Lot: 468 - Pink Satin Glass Hen on Nest Covered Dish
A pink satin glass covered dish consisting of a lid in the form of a hen and a matching basketweave patterned base. The piece features a frosted matte finish throughout. The lid is molded into the shape of a nesting hen with textured feathering and a cold-painted red comb. The base features a raised criss-cross basketweave pattern around the exterior rim and sides. No manufacturer marks, logos, or signatures are visible on the interior of the lid or the bottom of the base. The style and finish are consistent with glass giftware distributed by brands such as Rose's Closet. Dimensions: Dimensions not provided.
Lot: 469 - Michael Garman Resin Native American Warrior, 1991
This cast resin sculpture with a dark bronze-toned finish is a work by Michael Garman (American, 1938-2021). The figure depicts a standing Native American warrior, rendered in the style of the Eastern Woodlands tradition. The warrior is detailed with a mohawk hairstyle, a beaded necklace, a loincloth, and fur-lined leggings. He holds a long spear vertically with both hands. The figure stands atop an integrated, rocky-textured base. The reverse of the base is incised with the artist's name and date: � MICHAEL GARMAN 1991. The underside of the base retains a gold foil manufacturer label that reads: Sculpture By Michael Garman / Michael Garman Productions / Colorado Springs, Colorado / Made in America. Additionally, the piece includes an original biographical hangtag detailing the artist's philosophy of Art for the People. The underside features four circular felt pads for surface protection and a small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 69/1. Dimensions: Approximately 11 inches x 5.5 inches x 5 inches (estimated based on standard production sizes; no ruler provided).
Lot: 470 - Paul Dziak Pair Hand-Carved Wood Duck Decoys
This pair of hand-carved wooden duck decoys includes one specimen with a natural finish and one specimen with a painted finish. The natural-finish decoy features detailed carved textures representing feathers and wings across the body. The underside of this figure is hand-inscribed with the name Paul Dziak and the year 1942. The second decoy is painted in the style of a canvasback or redhead drake, featuring a reddish-brown head and a black chest and tail section. The underside of the painted decoy bears a printed paper label identifying the maker as Mr. Paul Dziak of Cleveland, Ohio. Both decoys are constructed from joined wood sections and feature inset glass or composition eyes. Each item is marked with a small white inventory sticker numbered 470.
Lot: 471 - Spoto & Leaming 2 Marilyn Monroe Biographies w/DJ
This lot features two hardcover biographical volumes focusing on the life of Marilyn Monroe. The first volume is titled Marilyn Monroe: The Biography by Donald Spoto, published in 1993. The second volume is titled Marilyn Monroe by Barbara Leaming, published in 1998. Both books are octavo sized and retain their original pictorial dust jackets. The Spoto biography features a portrait of Monroe in a white gown on the cover, while the Leaming biography displays a photograph of the subject in a white tulle tutu. The volumes contain various black and white photographic plates, including images of Monroe with dramatic coach Natasha Lytess and her 1951 arrival at RKO for the film Clash by Night. Internal pages show detailed biographical text, including a section titled February-December 1955 on page 317 of one volume. Both dust jackets have small white stickers with the number 471 affixed to the front covers.
Lot: 472 - West Publishing Co. 3 Law Volumes, Aigler, 1916
A collection of three legal volumes focused on property law and administrative orders. The oldest volume is Cases on the Law of Property, Volume 3: Titles to Real Property, authored by Ralph W. Aigler and published by West Publishing Company in 1916. This octavo volume is bound in tan cloth and features red, blue, and black decorative panels on the spine with gilt lettering. It is part of the American Casebook Series under the general editorship of William R. Vance. The interior of this volume contains significant handwritten marginalia and underlining. The second volume is titled Executive Orders and Administrative Material, published by The Bobbs-Merrill Company in 1945. This volume is bound in black textured cloth with gilt titles on the spine. It contains a comprehensive table of contents detailing Presidential Proclamations and Executive Orders from the mid-20th century, including orders related to wartime measures. The third volume is Real Property (Third Edition) by William E. Burby, published by West Publishing Co. as part of the Hornbook Series. While the spine identifies the work as a third edition, a publisher's listing within the volume is dated January 1983. The book is bound in green buckram with gilt titles on the front cover and spine and includes a white identification sticker on the front board.
Lot: 473 - Ballinger, Atlas of Radiographic Positions, 3 Vols
A three-volume medical textbook set titled Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positions and Radiologic Procedures, Sixth Edition. Authored by Philip W. Ballinger, continuing the work established by Vinita Merrill (1905-1977). Published by The C.V. Mosby Company in St. Louis, Missouri, 1986. The set is bound in the publisher's yellow cloth with black titles and numbering on the spines and front covers. The interior includes comprehensive anatomical and radiographic illustrations, diagrams, and text covering a wide range of medical imaging procedures. Volume One covers chapters 1 through 13; Volume Two covers chapters 14 through 24; and Volume Three covers chapters 25 through 41, including specialized sections on pediatric radiography, tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and nuclear medicine. Each volume contains its own table of contents and bibliography. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication data and ISBN 0-8016-0464-8 are present on the copyright page.
Lot: 474 - F. Drinker, Horrors of Tornado Flood & Fire, 1913
This Memorial Edition of Horrors of Tornado Flood and Fire was authored by Frederick E. Drinker and published by The Minter Company of Harrisburg, PA. The volume is an octavo bound in the publisher's light blue-grey cloth, featuring decorative black and faded gilt-stamped lettering on the front board alongside a central oval pictorial inset depicting disaster victims. The title page indicates the work contains accounts of various modern calamities, specifically mentioning hurricanes and floods, and is profusely embellished with photographs. A frontispiece illustration titled In Memoriam�Our Country in Sorrow shows two allegorical figures in mourning before the U.S. Capitol. The internal text, as evidenced by pages 190 and 191, provides detailed survivor narratives and reports from the 1913 floods in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. The front cover bears a small white inventory sticker marked H74. Measurements: Approximately 9 x 6.75 inches.
Lot: 475 - W.H. McGuffey, Revised Fourth Reader, c. 1850
This mid-19th-century educational hardcover volume is titled McGuffey's Newly Revised Fourth Reader, also identified on the title page as The Eclectic Fourth Reader. Part of the Eclectic Series, the work was authored by William H. McGuffey, LL.D., and published by Winthrop B. Smith in Cincinnati. The title page indicates the book is Newly Improved and contains elegant extracts in prose and poetry, from the best American and English writers, with copious rules for reading, and directions for avoiding common errors. The book is an octavo format, bound in full brown leather, likely sheepskin or calfskin. The binding features a smooth spine and simple covers without gilt decoration. The interior consists of printed text on paper, including educational lessons, prose selections, and poetic extracts. A white rectangular sticker with the handwritten number 475 is adhered to the upper right corner of the front board.
Lot: 475A - McGuffey, Eclectic Series Set, Mott Media, c. 1982
A collection of multiple hardcover volumes from the McGuffey Eclectic Series, published by Mott Media. The volumes present include the Eclectic Pictorial Primer, Eclectic First Reader, Eclectic Second Reader, Eclectic Fourth Reader, and Eclectic Progressive Speller. Each book is uniformly bound in brown textured cloth or imitation leather boards with gilt-stamped titles, author, and publisher names on the spines, accented with decorative Greek key patterns. The interiors feature woodcut-style illustrations and traditional educational content, ranging from basic primers to poetry and spelling lists. These volumes represent modern reprints of the influential 19th-century American textbooks.
Lot: 476 - Addison & Steele, The Spectator, Vol II, 1809
This is Volume II of a ten-volume edition of The Spectator, published in New York by William Durell and printed by Smith and Forman in 1809. The title page lists contributors Joseph Addison, Richard Steele, Thomas Parnell, John Hughes, Parker, Thomas Tickell, Eustace Budgell, Grove, John Byrom, John Henley, and others. This early American imprint includes an engraved frontispiece signed Leney sculp., identifying the work of New York engraver William S. Leney. The volume is bound in full brown calf leather. The internal pages feature standard nineteenth-century printing elements, including catchwords and printer signatures such as K 2 at the foot of page 113. An early ink ownership inscription at the head of the title page reads J. W. Holmes No 131. A modern adhesive sticker with the number 476 is present on the front cover.
Lot: 477 - Pollard, Edward A. The Lost Cause, 1st Ed., 1866
A first edition copy of Edward A. Pollard's influential work on the American Civil War, titled The Lost Cause; A New Southern History of the War of the Confederates. Published in New York by E. B. Treat & Co. in 1866, this volume is a foundational text in the development of the Lost Cause narrative. The work was sold exclusively by subscription and includes numerous steel-engraved portraits of prominent Confederate figures, including a frontispiece portrait of Jefferson Davis. The text block contains a full account of the rise and progress of the Confederacy, including military campaigns and official records. The binding is constructed of full leather. An interesting bibliographic feature is visible on the damaged spine, where nineteenth-century printed waste paper was used for structural support; these fragments include text regarding the Comanche Indians and military actions in 1862. Internal pages visible include the title page and page 223, which details the Battle of Elk Horn (Pea Ridge).
Lot: 478 - J.F. Kirk, History of Charles the Bold, 1864-68
This three-volume historical set is titled History of Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgundy by John Foster Kirk. The volumes were published in Philadelphia by J. B. Lippincott & Co., with Volumes I and II dated 1864 and Volume III dated 1868. The title pages are printed with red and black ink and include a heraldic crest featuring a shield, helmet, and fleur-de-lis above the Order of the Golden Fleece. The books are bound in half-leather with marbled paper boards in a blue, red, and yellow combed pattern. The spines feature raised bands, black title labels with gold-stamped lettering reading CHARLES THE BOLD and KIRK, and gilt floral ornamentation in the compartments. Each volume is octavo in size.
Lot: 479 - Plutarch, Lives, Oxford Edition, 1910, 3 Vols
Three volumes from the five-volume Oxford Edition of Plutarch's Lives, consisting of Volume II, Volume III, and Volume IV. This edition features the translation called Dryden's, corrected from the Greek and revised by A. H. Clough. Published in Boston by Little, Brown and Company in 1910 (MCMX). The octavo volumes are bound in the publisher's maroon cloth with gilt-lettered spines. Each spine features a central gilt circular medallion containing two figures with the motto Honos Et Virtvs and the initials S.C. The title pages for volumes II and IV are printed in a two-color red and black format. Volume III includes the series half-title page.
Lot: 480 - S. W. Small, The White Angel of the World, c. 1891
This late 19th-century hardcover volume is titled The White Angel of the World, authored by Reverend Samuel W. Small in collaboration with Charles Morris. As indicated by the subtitle, That Foretells the Freedom of the Nations from the Evils of Strong Drink, the work is a treatise on the temperance movement and prohibition. Published by A. W. Atkinson in Lynn, Massachusetts, the book is bound in the publisher's teal cloth with elaborate decorative stamping. The front cover features a prominent silver-toned illustration of an angel in flight, sounding a trumpet and holding a crown, set against a backdrop of clouds and radiating sunbeams in gilt and black. The spine carries the title and author's name in gilt lettering. The title page identifies Small as the author of Pleas for Prohibition and other works. The volume is an octavo and includes various illustrations related to the subject matter.
Lot: 481 - American History & Government Volumes, 1902-1911
This collection consists of octavo-sized hardcover books focused on historical and political subjects from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The lot includes the following titles: The American Government by Frederic J. Haskin, New York: printed for the author by J. J. Little & Ives Co., 1911, bound in burgundy publisher's cloth with gilt lettering and featuring photographic illustrations by Barney M. Clinedinst; Heroes of the Army in America by Charles Morris, Second Edition Revised and Enlarged, Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, bound in red cloth and containing sixteen full-page illustrations; True Stories from Modern History (Alta Edition), Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, featuring a decorative red cloth binding with black-stamped foliate motifs; and A History of the Nineteenth Century Year by Year, Volume Three, by Edwin Emerson, Jr., New York: P. F. Collier and Son, 1902, bound in dark brown cloth and illustrated with sixteen colored plates, thirty-two half-tone cuts, and two maps. These volumes are bound in publisher's cloth with varied stamped decorative elements and lettering in gilt and black.
Lot: 482 - Charles Dickens, Works, Set, c. 1890-1910
A collection of hardcover volumes comprising the works of Charles Dickens. The books are bound in textured dark blue cloth with gilt lettering and volume numbering on the spines. The titles visible on the spines include David Copperfield, Our Mutual Friend, Great Expectations, Little Dorrit, Martin Chuzzlewit, Nicholas Nickleby, A Tale of Two Cities, Dombey and Son, The Old Curiosity Shop, Hard Times, Christmas Books, Sketches by Boz, Pickwick Papers, Bleak House, Pictures from Italy, Uncommercial Traveller, Barnaby Rudge, American Notes, Child's History of England, No Thoroughfare, and The Mystery of Edwin Drood. Many of the works are divided into two volumes, labeled Part One and Part Two. The set includes volumes numbered up to Vol. XXX, though the sequence is not continuous. The books appear to be in octavo format.
Lot: 483 - Pennzoil Single-Sided Dealer Service Sign
This Pennzoil dealer service sign is an original piece of mid-20th-century petroliana. It is constructed from a single sheet of painted metal and features a bright yellow background. The primary advertising message is printed in black block lettering: IT'S CHEAPER TO CHANGE YOUR OIL THAN YOUR ENGINE. The lower portion of the sign displays the classic Pennzoil oval logo, featuring the brand name in black text over a red Liberty Bell icon. Accompanying text includes Supreme Quality at the top of the oval and Safe Lubrication at the bottom, with REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. printed beneath the bell. The sign includes two pre-drilled mounting holes at the top edge. The reverse side shows a faint ghosting of the front design and exhibits typical surface grime and wear for an authentic shop sign of this era.
Lot: 484 - Vtg Quaker State Double Sided Motor Oil Sign
This is a vintage double-sided painted metal advertising sign for Quaker State Motor Oil. Based on the specific stylized white Q logo and branding, the sign likely dates from the mid-to-late 20th century, approximately the 1970s or 1980s. The sign features a green background with white graphics, including the Quaker State logo and the words MOTOR OIL in bold, uppercase lettering at the base. It is constructed from a single sheet of painted metal, likely steel or tin, with identical or near-identical graphics on both sides. The shape is characterized by an arched or tombstone-style top. It was designed as an insert for a gas station curbside or sidewalk sign frame, as indicated by the mounting notches along the bottom edge and several pre-drilled holes around the upper perimeter. Small registration marks are visible next to the logos.
Lot: 485 - HTH Inc. Vocelli Pizza Illuminated Car Top Sign
This is an illuminated magnetic car top delivery sign produced for Vocelli Pizza by the manufacturer HTH Inc. The sign consists of a molded white plastic housing with two main translucent advertising panels featuring the Vocelli name in large white serif font and Pizza in smaller lettering below. The background of the panels is composed of vertical bands of dark forest green and maroon. One side panel displays the local telephone number 724-353-3030. The base features four large circular magnetic feet designed for secure mounting on a vehicle roof. The manufacturer is identified through several markings: an embossed label on the plastic base reading HTH INC. 800-321-1850 and PATENT PENDING; a central metal plate containing detailed MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS and REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS with the website www.hthsigns.com; and two circular manufacturer stickers. A power socket is integrated into the side of the base for internal illumination when connected to a vehicle's 12-volt power system.
Lot: 486 - RadioShack Illuminated Storefront Sign
An original retail sign for the American electronics retailer RadioShack. This item is a large, rectangular commercial lightbox or storefront sign. The face is constructed from a translucent white plastic material, likely acrylic or polycarbonate, set into a shallow beveled aluminum frame. The signage features the company branding adopted in 1995, displaying a red circular logo with a stylized serif letter R and the text RadioShack in black sans-serif font. The metal housing is secured with small fasteners along the edges. A thin wire is attached to the side, likely for mounting or hanging purposes.
Lot: 487 - Vtg Interstate Batteries Embossed Metal Sign
A large-format vintage advertising sign for Interstate Batteries, manufactured from embossed sheet metal. The sign features the company logo prominently on the left with a stylized V-shape in dark green, light green, and teal. The primary text INTERSTATE BATTERIES is rendered in embossed, dark green block lettering, followed by a registered trademark symbol. The lower portion of the sign displays the slogan BUILT TO LAST & PRICED RIGHT! in pink. On the left side, a lead acid battery recycling graphic is printed in dark green with the words LEAD, RETURN, and RECYCLE. The sign is designed for wall mounting and includes pre-drilled holes along the top and bottom edges. The back of the sign shows the inverse of the embossed design with an aged metal finish.
Lot: 488 - American Casualty Co. Vtg One-Stop Insurance Sign
This mid-century advertising display was produced for the American Casualty Company of Reading, Pennsylvania. The poster features a central ivory-colored oval with bold black text reading One Stop Insurance Service for Families and Business Firms, set against a deep navy blue background. The display illustrates six categories of insurance coverage through stylized period vignettes including Residence with a colonial-style house, Contents showing a contemporary living room interior, Automobile featuring a late 1950s style sedan, Health depicting a patient in a hospital bed, Special Property showing gear being loaded onto a boat named Jolly-Joyce, and Liability showing a courtroom scene. The bottom left corner advertises a monthly budget plan for premium payments. The poster is housed in a professional fluted aluminum frame. A metal identification plaque is riveted to the top center of the frame, reading American Casualty Company, Reading, Pennsylvania in stylized script and block capitals. The American Casualty Company was a prominent insurer based in Reading before eventually merging into the CNA Financial Corporation. Materials include printed paper, fluted aluminum, and hardboard backing.
Lot: 489 - Donald Curley, The Canadian, Signed Lithograph
This limited edition color lithograph, titled The Canadian, is by artist Donald Curley. The composition features a Canada goose swimming through clear, calm water amidst green lily pads, with the pebbled pond floor visible in the foreground. The work is hand-signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right margin as Don Curley and is hand-numbered 543/950 in pencil in the lower left margin. A printed signature Donald Curley is also visible within the lower right section of the image. The title is printed in the lower center margin. The print is housed in a dark-stained wood frame featuring a gilded inner border and is set within a cream-colored mat under glass.
Lot: 490 - Vtg Lithographed Advertising Tins & Containers
This collection of mid-twentieth-century advertising containers includes various lithographed tins and one glass bottle. The group features a Russell Rae Pure Canadian Honey tin from Holland Centre, Ontario, labeled as White No. 1 with a 4-pound net size; the reverse displays recipes for various honey-based dishes. Tobacco advertising is represented by a Prince Albert Crimp Cut tin featuring a portrait of King Edward VII and a Velvet Pipe & Cigarette Tobacco tin. Maintenance and industrial items include two 3-In-One Household Oil tins with plastic spouts, a Porter-Cable Machine Co. Belt Sander Oil tin with an integrated angled metal spout, a Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company Wood Stain tin in Light Oak 74-11, and a Davis Emergency Equipment Co. Filament tin for continuous alarm indicators. The collection is completed by a clear glass medicinal bottle with a cork stopper and a paper label for Inhalo Rub Liquid.
Lot: 491 - French Provincial Salt Box & Advertising Openers
This lot features a hand-carved wooden wall-mounted box, consistent in form and decoration with a French Provincial salt box, or boite a sel. The box is constructed with a hinged top lid and features a decorative carved pediment and a central floral motif on the front face. A horizontal open slot is positioned above the lower compartment. Accompanying the box is an assortment of vintage metal bottle and can openers of various forms, including flat stamped steel tools and wire-form openers. Many of the metal items bear embossed or stamped advertising for breweries and beverage brands, with legible markings including Duquesne, Of Pittsburgh, Beer - Ale, Pilsener, and Drink. A handwritten number 491 is visible on the interior of the cardboard box containing the openers.
Lot: 492 - Vtg Shakespeare, Rapala, Helin, Bomber, Salm Lures
This collection of vintage fishing lures features multiple items in original period packaging from several notable manufacturers. The group includes a Shakespeare minnow-style lure in a red and blue Honor Built box from Kalamazoo, Michigan. Two Rapala lures, a Floating model and a Countdown model, are marked as made in Finland and include original paper instruction inserts. A Helins Flatfish lure is present in size X4, color YB, characterized by a yellow body with black spots. The collection also contains a Bomber Bait Company Water Dog RATTLER lure in a yellow and silver scale pattern from Gainesville, Texas. Additionally, there is a Salm Manufacturing Company The Killer Colorado spinner featuring a genuine abalone pearl blade, housed in its original marked cardboard box from Torrance, California. The lures are constructed from various materials including wood, plastic, and metal, with some featuring painted or scale-patterned finishes.
Lot: 493 - Ammunition & Reloading Components, Set 4
This lot consists of a collection of ammunition and reloading components, including a partial box of Twin Cities Arsenal .30 caliber M 1909 blank ammunition, a box of Red Army Standard .45 Auto ammunition, and two partial boxes of Winchester No. 111 primers. The Twin Cities Arsenal box is marked for 20 cartridges of "CALIBER .30 M 1909" blanks and currently contains one visible brass-cased blank cartridge with a red sealant tip. Key markings on the box include "LOT TW 19309," "LOADED WITH RECOVERED PRIMED CASES," and "CHLORATE PRIMERS." The Red Army Standard box contains 50 cartridges of .45 Auto 230-grain full metal jacket ammunition, featuring steel cases with brass-colored primers. The cartridges in this box bear headstamps transcribed as "Tulammo" and ".45 AUTO." Also included are two vintage cardboard boxes of 100 Winchester No. 111 "STAYNLESS PRIMERS" marked "NON-MECURIC" from the "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS COMPANY" (Division of Olin Industries, Inc.). These boxes are partial, with the primers held in wooden-channeled slide trays; the tray on the left contains 60 primers and the tray on the right contains 70 primers, for a total of 130 primers. The cardboard packaging for all items shows age-related wear, including tearing, scuffing, and discoloration.
Lot: 494 - Coca-Cola Wooden Advertising Crate, c. 1974
This vintage Coca-Cola wooden beverage crate is an original promotional item from the 1970s. The crate is constructed of thick wooden planks with a three-slat base and integrated oval hand-grip cutouts at each end. It is reinforced with oxidized metal strapping at all four corners and along the bottom edges, fastened with heavy-duty metal rivets. The exterior retains remnants of its original red paint and white graphics. The long sides feature the Enjoy Coca-Cola slogan in white Spencerian script positioned above a white dynamic ribbon device. The text trade-mark followed by a registered trademark symbol is printed beneath the logo. Faint numerical stamps are present on the interior side walls, with one appearing to date the piece to 1974. A small paper lot tag marked 494 is affixed to one corner.
Lot: 495 - Pair Vtg Buck 110 & Schrade 34OT Folding Knives
This lot consists of two vintage American folding knives and accessories. The first knife is a Schrade Old Timer Stockman pocket knife, model 34OT. It features three carbon steel blades: a clip point, a sheepfoot, and a spey blade. The handle is made of brown sawcut Delrin with nickel silver bolsters, brass pins, and an inset silver-tone shield marked OLD TIMER. The tang is stamped SCHRADE USA 34OT. The second knife is a Buck 110 Folding Hunter lockback knife. It features a stainless steel clip-point blade and a handle with brass bolsters, brass liners, and dark wood inlay scales. The tang is stamped BUCK 110. Accessories include a black leather Buck belt sheath with a snap closure and a blue cardboard Schrade Uncle Henry retail box. Note that the box is mismatched to the Old Timer knife included in this lot. Buck 110 blade length: 3.75 inches Schrade 34OT main blade length: 2.875 inches.
Lot: 496 - Rizzuto Estileto Stiletto & Wrought Iron Element
This lot consists of two items: a vintage automatic folding knife and a decorative wrought iron architectural element. The knife is a stiletto-style folder identified by the tang stamp RIZZUTO ESTILETO MILANO and marked STAINLESS STEEL on the ricasso. It features a single-edged blade with a false edge and a swivel bolster swing guard. The handle is constructed of black synthetic scales pinned to metal liners, featuring a brass-toned deployment button, a sliding safety switch, and a lanyard ring at the pommel. The decorative iron piece is a slender wrought iron stake or architectural fragment. The design includes an open rectangular frame at the top accented with scrollwork and a central finial, a shaft with an oval loop and geometric motifs, and a trident-style arrow base.
Lot: 498 - DuPont Black Pellet Powder Wooden Shipping Crate
This is a vintage industrial wooden shipping crate manufactured for DuPont, intended for the transport of black pellet powder. The rectangular crate is constructed from wood, likely pine, and features reinforced finger-jointed corners for structural integrity. The exterior displays several original stenciled markings. One end panel features the DuPont company logo in a red oval with the text REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. underneath. The opposite end panel is stenciled in black with 50 LBS., an arched DU PONT, No. 4, PATENT APPLIED FOR, and PELLET POWDER. Both long side panels are stenciled in black with the warnings BLACK PELLET POWDER and DANGEROUS, along with the regulatory marking I.C.C. - 14 within a rectangular border. The I.C.C. - 14 marking indicates adherence to the Interstate Commerce Commission specifications for containers used to ship explosives. This item is an open crate and does not include a lid.
Lot: 499 - 6 Vtg Quaker State Super Blend Oil Cans w/ Box
This lot consists of six vintage one-gallon motor oil cans and their original corrugated cardboard shipping carton from the Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation of Oil City, Pennsylvania. The lithographed metal cans feature the brand signature green Q logo on a white field, bordered by metallic gold-toned bands at the top and bottom. The labeling identifies the product as QUAKER STATE SUPER BLEND MOTOR OIL and indicates a volume of 1 U.S. FL. GALLON / 3.785 LITERS. The reverse of each can contains a product description regarding its multi-grade performance and includes the manufacturer address. The original shipping box is printed with green and yellow graphics and includes the phrase ANOTHER CASE OF QUALITY on the top flaps. The sides of the box display the Quaker State logo, product name, and a guarantee for 100 percent pure Pennsylvania motor oil with additives. Capacity: 1 U.S. Gallon per can.
Lot: 500 - Rudolf Flume Oak Watchmaker's Parts Cabinet
This vintage tabletop parts cabinet was manufactured by Rudolf Flume, a prominent German supplier of watchmaking tools and components. The top surface features a triangular black and gold decal mark identifying the maker, with the name Rudolf Flume rendered in blackletter script beneath a graphic depicting a hand holding a jeweler's loupe. The cabinet is constructed from oak with a golden finish and contains twenty individual drawers arranged in a grid of four columns and five rows. Each drawer face incorporates an integrated pull along the bottom edge. The drawer interiors are made from a lighter-toned secondary wood. This piece was designed for the organized storage of small horological or jewelry components within a professional workshop setting.
Lot: 501 - Vtg Wood Carpenter's Tool Chest w/ Removable Trays
A vintage carpenter's tool chest of utilitarian design, constructed from stained softwood, likely pine. The chest features a simple box construction with a hinged lid and a metal hasp and staple on the front for securing with a padlock. A vertical metal strip is attached to the center front face as reinforcement. The interior includes three removable wooden storage trays or tills: one deep open-well tray, one shallow open tray, and one shallow tray divided into three distinct compartments. The chest exhibits a weathered patina with multiple layers of paint splatters in various colors including white, red, and black. No manufacturer marks or labels are present.
Lot: 502 - M. S. Connell Patent Brass Mechanical Pull Bell
Victorian M. S. Connell Patent mechanical pull-type doorbell or service bell. The item features a circular cast brass dome decorated with high-relief ornamental motifs, including fleur-de-lis, floral rosettes, and foliate scrolls. The central ring of the bell dome is embossed with the inscription CONNELL'S PATENT and is flanked by the letters M and S. A mechanical striker assembly is housed within the dome and is activated by a hanging metal pull chain. This chain terminates in a faceted clear glass orb handle with metal mountings. The entire bell assembly is mounted to a tall pine wood block stand with a tiered octagonal base for display.
Lot: 503 - Pair Mid-Century Woven Brass Wire Baskets
A pair of vintage decorative baskets constructed from woven brass wire. Each basket features a rounded bowl with a dense wire-weave body and a central square-woven structural pattern at the base. The handles are formed from quadruple-strand twisted wire bundles, secured at the terminal ends and the top grip with fine wire coils. These items are in the style of mid-20th-century decorative metalware often produced for the export market. One basket retains a generic paper inventory tag. No maker's marks or signatures are present.
Lot: 504 - Horrocks-Ibbotson & Berkley Fly Fishing Ensemble
A vintage fly fishing set featuring an 8 1/2-foot fiberglass fly rod and associated equipment. The rod is constructed with a cork grip featuring an inset gold-toned medallion marked Berkley Parametric Curved Taper. The ensemble includes a green fabric rod sleeve with a manufacturer label for a Mohawk Fiber Glass Gunnison Fly Rod, model No. 1422, produced by the Horrocks-Ibbotson Company of Utica, New York. The rod is finished in a dark brown tone with white and brown thread wraps at the guides. Included in the case is a vintage spool of 10 lb. Berkley Trilene monofilament line from Spirit Lake, Iowa. The entire set is contained within a brown hardshell carrying case featuring a molded plastic handle and brass-toned metal latches.
Lot: 505 - Folk Art Carved & Painted Wood Bass Sculpture
A hand-carved and painted wooden folk art sculpture depicting a bass. The piece features a body with individually carved scales and separately attached wooden fins. The exterior is finished in shades of olive green and brown with a lighter, cream-colored underside. The eyes are inset orange-rimmed glass or plastic cabochons. A white paper retail or inventory tag is attached to one of the ventral fins with printed fields for inventory details, though it remains blank. The construction suggests its use as a decorative wall hanging. No maker's marks, signatures, or date codes are visible on the object.
Lot: 506 - Shiny Brite Ornaments & Christmas Paper Ephemera
This lot includes a set of vintage blown-glass Christmas tree ornaments and several pieces of holiday-themed paper ephemera from the mid-20th century. The glass ornaments are housed in a partitioned cardboard box labeled SHINY BRITE, REGISTERED, AMERICAN MADE, GLASS CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS. Printed manufacturer information on the box bottom specifies FACTORIES K & W GLASS WORKS, INC. NORTH BERGEN, N. J. � WEST NEW YORK, N. J. and MAIN OFFICE & DISPLAY ROOMS MAX ECKARDT & SONS, INC. 45 EAST 17th STREET � NEW YORK CITY. The set features glass ornaments in various shapes including spheres, teardrops, and indented reflector styles in colors of pink, teal, gold, and green. Decorative elements include hand-painted white mica stripes and starburst patterns. The paper ephemera consists of several flat-folded vintage cardboard gift boxes and carrier bags. Illustrated subject matter includes Santa Claus with toys, the Three Wise Men and shepherds with the text Christmas Joy, teddy bears on a reindeer-drawn sled with the text MERRY CHRISTMAS, and holly patterns with Merry Christmas in a Gothic font. One box flap is marked NO. 23 TAPE HANDLE and MADE IN U.S.A. Several items retain original braided cotton twine handles.
Lot: 507 - A Pair of Antique Cockfighting Gaffs
A pair of antique cockfighting gaffs, also known as spurs, designed for use in gamecock competitions. Each item consists of a long, slender, curved steel needle with a sharp point, mounted to a small rectangular leather pad. The steel needles are secured to the leather bases via a circular metal collar. One example features a black leather mounting pad, while the other features a brown leather pad. This style of equipment was common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. No maker marks, patent dates, or manufacturer stamps are visible on the metal or leather components of either piece.
Lot: 508 - Fenton Onyx Carnival Glass Hen on Nest Dish
This item is a two-piece pressed glass covered dish produced by the Fenton Art Glass Company. The piece is designed in the classic Hen on Nest pattern, featuring a lid molded in the form of a seated hen with detailed feathering and a base resembling a basketweave nest. The glass is treated with an iridescent carnival finish, which applies metallic salts to the surface of the hot glass to create a multi-colored, oil-slick effect showing hues of purple, blue, green, and gold. The base glass is a deep amethyst, commonly identified in Fenton catalogs as onyx. The base features a basketweave texture around the rim and a paneled lower body. The underside of the base is decorated with a molded sunburst pattern. Centered within this pattern is an embossed oval mark with the Fenton script logo and a small numeral 9 above the letters n and t. This specific mark identifies the piece as an authentic product of the Fenton factory in Williamstown, West Virginia, manufactured during the 1990s.
Lot: 509 - Blue and White Slag Glass Rooster on Nest Covered Dish
This two-piece pressed slag milk glass covered dish is designed in the form of a rooster on a nest and is attributed to the Westmoreland Specialty Glass Company. The item is crafted from opaque slag glass with a marbled, two-tone coloration. The lid is molded in the shape of a rooster featuring detailed feathering on the body and a tall, fanned tail. The rooster's head and neck are primarily white, transitioning into a vibrant turquoise blue throughout the body and tail. The base is an oval dish with a traditional basket-weave texture and a scalloped upper rim, finished in matching turquoise blue slag. No maker's marks are visible on the interior or exterior of the piece. A small adhesive sticker with the handwritten number 509 is located on the interior of the base.
Lot: 510 - Imperial Amberina Hen on Nest Pedestal Basket
This two-piece pressed glass covered dish is crafted in amberina glass, a heat-sensitive material that transitions in color from a deep ruby red to bright orange and yellow-gold. The item was manufactured by the Imperial Glass Corporation of Bellaire, Ohio. The base is a footed pedestal basket featuring a detailed basketweave pattern, two small loop handles, and a scalloped, crimped rim with yellow-orange highlights. The matching lid depicts a nesting hen with a textured feather pattern, seated upon a diamond-point or cross-hatched ground. An embossed maker mark consisting of a capital letter I superimposed over a G within a circle is located on both the interior floor of the basket and the underside of the pedestal base.
Lot: 511 - Indiana Glass Clear Pressed Glass Hen on Nest Dish
A vintage two-piece covered dish in clear pressed glass, commonly referred to as a Hen on Nest. This item is attributed to the Indiana Glass Company, featuring a lid realistically modeled in the form of a nesting hen with detailed, multi-layered feathering, a prominent comb, and a wattle. The base is designed with a basketweave pattern around the exterior and a rim finished with a continuous beaded edge. The interior floor of the base contains an embossed oval ring of beads. A small white rectangular paper label with the handwritten number 511 in blue ink is adhered to the interior bottom of the base.
Lot: 512 - Milk Glass Hen on Nest Dish w/ Basketweave Base
Attributed to Hazel-Atlas, this vintage two-piece covered dish is crafted from opaque white milk glass. The lid is molded in the form of a nesting hen, featuring detailed feathering and a beaded comb. The matching oval base displays a molded basketweave pattern on the exterior. This small figural dish is a classic example of American mid-20th-century pressed glass. The underside of the base retains a small white rectangular adhesive sticker with the handwritten digits 512 in blue ink. No embossed or molded manufacturer marks are present on the glass.
Lot: 513 - Mid-C. Chalkware Native American Indian Chief Mask
This decorative wall plaque depicts a Native American figure in a feathered headdress, characteristic of mid-20th-century novelty items. The mask is composed of molded chalkware (plaster) with hand-painted polychrome details. The headdress consists of individual feathers accented with blue-painted tips, and the figure headband features a geometric triangular pattern. A distinctive feature is the small, intentional circular opening at the center of the mouth, which identifies the piece as a novelty smoker mask or incense burner. The reverse is hollow-cast and includes an integrated metal wire loop for wall display. No manufacturer marks or signatures are present on the piece.
Lot: 515 - Pacific Giftware Sekhmet Egyptian Goddess Figurine
A contemporary decorative figurine produced by Pacific Giftware, depicting the Egyptian goddess Sekhmet. The lioness-headed deity is modeled in a standing pose upon a rectangular plinth. She is shown wearing a sun disk headdress adorned with a uraeus cobra. The figure features gilded accents on the broad collar, armlets, bracelets, and a form-fitting sheath dress decorated with etched linear patterns and pseudo-hieroglyphic symbols. The goddess holds an ankh in her right hand and a tall papyrus-headed staff in her left. The piece is constructed from cast resin or composite material with a matte black finish and metallic gold-toned painted details. The front and back of the base are further embellished with incised pseudo-hieroglyphic characters. The top of the base behind the figure's feet is marked with the copyright notice 2009 PCT. The underside of the felt-lined base retains the original manufacturer's sticker for Pacific Giftware of Edmond, Oklahoma.
Lot: 516 - ALFCO NY Composition Cigar Store Indian Figurine
This is a vintage hand-painted composition figurine of a Native American chieftain, manufactured by the Artistic Latex Form Company (ALFCO) of Brooklyn, New York. Designed as a countertop version of a traditional cigar store Indian advertising figure, the statue stands on a tiered rectangular base. The figure is depicted wearing a full feathered war bonnet with polychrome highlights in red, blue, and green. He is dressed in a fringed yellow buckskin-style tunic featuring a circular medallion on the chest and matching fringed leggings. The chieftain holds a long ceremonial pipe in his right hand and a small wooden-style barrel or keg tucked under his left arm. The side of the base features a molded mark consisting of a copyright symbol followed by ALFCO-NY.
Lot: 517 - Native American Polychrome Wood Bust Wall Plaque
This hand-carved wooden wall plaque depicts the profile of a Native American man. The figure is rendered with expressive facial features, including deep-set lines and a prominent brow. The subject is shown with long, dark braids and is wearing a colorful choker necklace featuring horizontal bands of yellow, blue, and white accented with red vertical marks. The carving is finished with polychrome paint. The reverse side is a flat, naturally finished wood surface with a single pre-drilled hole at the top for mounting. Markings on the reverse include a rectangular white sticker with the number 517 handwritten in blue ink and faint handwritten characters near the bottom edge that appear to read 3.00. No maker's marks, signatures, or factory stamps are present.
Lot: 518 - Set 4 1973 Pepsi Looney Tunes Collector Glasses
This set of four vintage promotional drinking glasses is part of the 1973 Pepsi Collector Series produced under license from Warner Bros. Each clear glass tumbler features multi-colored screen-printed graphics of a specific Looney Tunes character. The characters included in this group are Porky Pig, depicted in a black tuxedo holding a top hat; Speedy Gonzales, shown in his signature yellow sombrero and red neckerchief; Elmer Fudd, dressed in green hunting attire carrying a shotgun; and Tweety, depicted as a seated yellow bird. Each glass displays identifying marks near the base, including a white Pepsi logo with the text COLLECTOR SERIES. Along the bottom edge, each glass is marked with the character name in quotation marks and the copyright text � WARNER BROS. INC. 1973. Height: Approximately 6 inches Volume: 16 ounces.
Lot: 519 - Rococo Revival Gilt Cast Metal Boudoir Table Lamp
This electric boudoir table lamp is crafted from cast metal with a decorative gold-toned gilt finish. Designed in the Rococo Revival style, the piece features an ornate, heavily scrolled quatrefoil base supporting a central pedestal. Above the pedestal is a fluted saucer-style tray. Two slender vertical metal supports secure a cast metal top cap decorated with embossed foliate scrollwork and a matching finial. The lamp is fitted with a single candle-style socket and includes a flicker flame bulb. It is equipped with a modern brown plastic two-prong electrical cord. There are no visible maker marks or signatures on the item. Height: approximately 16 inches.
Lot: 520 - American Salt-Glazed Stoneware Incised Storage Jar
This antique American storage jar is constructed from salt-glazed stoneware. It features a cylindrical body that tapers at the shoulder to a wide, rounded, out-turned rim. The exterior has a salt glaze over a tan or buff-colored clay body, resulting in a characteristic orange peel texture and dark iron spotting. Decoration consists of three horizontal incised lines around the shoulder. The interior is finished with a dark brown-to-black slip glaze, often identified as Albany slip. The base is unglazed and flat, showing typical kiln-firing marks and minor shelf wear. There are no visible maker marks, numbers, or characters on the exterior, rim, or base.
Lot: 521 - Vintage Carved Wood Springerle Cookie Rolling Pin
This vintage kitchen tool is a traditional Springerle or patterned cookie rolling pin, likely carved from maple or beech wood. The central barrel is divided into a grid of twelve rectangular panels, each featuring a unique intaglio carved motif. The designs include various birds, cherries on stems, berries, and floral patterns. The barrel is flanked by two tapered handles carved from the same piece of wood. No maker's marks, stamps, or signatures are visible on the item. A small white paper string tag is attached to one of the handles.
Lot: 522 - Aladdin Alacite Glass Simplicity Pedestal Table Lamp with Nu-Type Model A Burner
An Aladdin kerosene mantle table lamp featuring a pedestal base and font crafted from opaque, ivory-toned Alacite glass in the Simplicity pattern. The lamp is equipped with a metal Nu-Type Model A burner assembly, which includes a separate metal filler cap located on the shoulder of the font. It is paired with a tall, clear glass chimney. The wick adjustment knob is embossed with the following text: Nu-Type Aladdin Model A MANTLE LAMP CO. CHICAGO, ILL. MADE IN U.S.A. The chimney is marked near the top with white lettering: Aladdin REGD TRADE MARK MADE IN U.S.A.
Lot: 523 - Robinson Ransbottom Green Windowpane Mixing Bowl
This heavy stoneware mixing bowl is attributed to the Robinson Ransbottom Pottery Company (RRP Co.) of Roseville, Ohio. The bowl features a flared rim and a deep body decorated with a molded grid or windowpane pattern, accented by a banded, ribbed pattern below the rim. The exterior is finished in a glossy green glaze with subtle iridescent variations. The bowl is constructed with a square-molded foot. The base exhibits an impressed number 4 to the left of a central shield mark containing the number 10, marks characteristic of Robinson Ransbottom production.
Lot: 524 - Pair Am. Stoneware Jug Lamps, Attrib. Williamsburg
This lot features two mid-20th-century table lamps fashioned from American utilitarian stoneware jugs. The larger lamp is attributed to Williamsburg Pottery, featuring a tall-necked form with a salt-glazed light tan body. It is decorated with a characteristic hand-painted floral spray in cobalt blue. The vessel is equipped with a single strap handle and hardware comprising a brass-finished socket with a black rotary switch and a rusted metal harp holder. The second lamp utilizes a squat, bulbous jug finished in a deep brown Albany-type slip glaze. This jug is fitted with a pull-chain socket set into a turned wooden stopper and features a single strap handle. Both lamps have been modified with small cutouts at the base to accommodate brown plastic-coated electrical cords. Both items bear small white inventory stickers marked 524. No impressed maker marks or capacity stamps were observed during inspection.
Lot: 525 - Vtg Weiser Door Hardware Salesman Sample w/ Key
A vintage salesman sample or showroom display unit for door hardware manufactured by Weiser of South Gate, California. The item consists of a finished wood block mounted on a matching wooden base. The hardware set includes two brass-toned metal door knobs mounted on square, beveled black metal escutcheon plates. One knob features a keyed cylinder lock, while the opposite knob is plain. The unit contains a functional internal latch bolt mechanism. A diamond-shaped metal manufacturer tag is pinned to the upper corner of the wooden block, bearing the Weiser logo and location. Includes one original metal key stamped with the manufacturer name and the code 41525.
Lot: 526 - Attrib. Stiffel Mid-C. Neoclassical Brass Urn Lamp
This is a mid-century table lamp base in the Neoclassical Revival style, attributed to the Stiffel Lamp Company based on form and construction. The piece is constructed from cast metal with a brass finish and a dark contrasting antiqued patina. The central body is designed as an urn featuring vertical fluting and recessed foliate or palmette motifs with a dark finish. This section rests on a tapered stem above a circular, tiered base decorated with coordinating radiating leaf patterns. The lamp is equipped with a single light socket and a brass-toned harp with a finial mount. A push-button on/off switch is integrated into the top surface of the base. The electrical components include a brown two-conductor power cord and a non-polarized two-prong plug. No manufacturer stamps or signatures are visible on the exterior of the base.
Lot: 527 - Robinson Ransbottom Spongeware Pitcher & Basin Set
A matching stoneware pitcher and washbasin set produced by the Robinson Ransbottom Pottery Company of Roseville, Ohio. Both pieces are constructed from a heavy buff-colored earthenware body and feature a classic blue spongeware or spatterware decoration under a high-gloss clear glaze. The pitcher is designed with a bulbous lower body, a wide flared pouring spout, and an arched handle. The accompanying basin features a deep well and a broad, flared rim. The underside of the basin contains incised markings including Roseville Ohio, U.S.A., Basin, and R.R.P. Co.
Lot: 528 - Vintage Mid-Century Chalkware Wall Plaque Featuring a Rococo Style Courtship Scene
This vintage dimensional wall plaque is crafted from cast plaster, a material commonly referred to as chalkware, and features a high-relief scene set within a pierced ornate frame. The central scene depicts a courtly couple in 18th-century style attire; a woman in a white gown is seated on a fence holding a floral wreath, while a man in a green coat kneels before her holding her hand. The piece is finished in a polychrome palette with gilded accents highlighting the shell and scroll motifs of the rocaille frame. The reverse shows the unfinished white plaster and a wire hanger for wall mounting. A small paper tag with the handwritten number 528 is adhered to the back. No manufacturer or artist marks are present.
Lot: 530 - Colyer, Charles M. The History of the 323rd Regiment of Field Artillery. Privately Printed, 1920.
This hardcover unit history is titled The History of the 323rd Regiment of Field Artillery, 158th F.A. Brigade, 83rd Division, 32nd Division. Authored by Charles M. Colyer and published in May 1920, the volume provides a comprehensive account of the regiment's service during World War I. The book is bound in the original publisher's red cloth with gilt lettering and a gilt insignia featuring crossed cannons on the front cover. The interior includes detailed logs of battery movements, such as a log for C Battery detailing their march to the Rhine through France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany from November to December 1918. The title page credits the author and lists the associated military divisions.
Lot: 531 - J.W. Buel, The Magic City, 1894 First Edition
Buel, J. W. The Magic City: A Massive Portfolio of Original Photographic Views of the Great World's Fair and its Treasures of Art, Including a Vivid Representation of the Famous Midway Plaisance. St. Louis and Philadelphia: Historical Publishing Company, 1894. This work is an oblong folio containing 300 halftone photographic plates of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. It is part of the publisher's Historical Fine Art Series. Each plate features a detailed descriptive caption by J. W. Buel. The volume is bound in the publisher's original heavily embossed brown boards with an elaborate phoenix and scrollwork design on the front cover. The title is printed in stylized green and gold-toned lettering on the front board.
Lot: 532 - US American Revolution Bicentennial Medals
A collection of official US Mint American Revolution Bicentennial commemorative medals struck between 1972 and 1976. This group consists of gold-colored medals, likely gold-plated bronze, presented in several original formats: upright display stands with blue velvet-style inserts, flat black cases, and philatelic-numismatic covers. The obverse designs feature high-relief portraits of George Washington (1972), Samuel Adams and Patrick Henry (1973), John Adams (1974), and Thomas Jefferson (1976), all bearing the circular inscription AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL. Diverse reverse designs are featured, including the Liberty Tree with the legend SONS OF LIBERTY, a minuteman for LEXINGTON CONCORD, and a scene depicting the FIRST CONTINENTAL CONGRESS. Designer initials visible on the medals include FG for Frank Gasparro, RAW for Richard A. Weinman, MG, and RJM for Raymond J. Mayhew. The 1972 Washington issue displays a P mint mark for the Philadelphia Mint. The philatelic-numismatic covers feature themed US postage stamps with commemorative postmarks from locations including Williamsburg (July 4, 1972) and Boston (July 4, 1973). These were authorized by Congress as the only official national medals for the Bicentennial celebration.
Lot: 533 - US Military Payment Certificates, Series 541
This collection consists of multiple United States Military Payment Certificates (MPC) from Series 541, which were issued for use in US military establishments between 1958 and 1961. The assortment includes fractional denominations of five cents, ten cents, twenty-five cents, and fifty cents. Each note features a central portrait of a stylized female figure. The five-cent notes are typically printed in purple and green; the ten-cent notes utilize yellow, orange, and green inks; the twenty-five-cent notes are blue and pink; and the fifty-cent note is orange and brown. All notes are printed with the series designation SERIES 541 and standard authorization text for use by authorized personnel. Several serial numbers are clearly visible on the face of the notes, including F10447385F, F03047832F, F12790982F, F00520319F, and F10139149F. No star replacement notes or specialty serial numbers are observed.
Lot: 534 - 4 U.S. Coin Network Barack Obama Presidential Sets
A lot of four Barack Obama Presidential Coin Collection sets, produced and distributed by the U.S. Coin Network. Each set is housed in a gatefold blue cardstock display folder featuring a stylized logo on the front cover. Each collection contains four genuine United States coins that have been privately colorized with portraits and commemorative images of Barack Obama. The coins included in each folder are one George Washington Presidential Dollar, one John F. Kennedy Half Dollar, one Illinois State Quarter, and one Hawaii State Quarter. The interior of the folders contains printed biographical information and descriptions of the significance of each coin, such as Obama�s candidacy announcement in Springfield, Illinois, and his birthplace in Hawaii. Included with the sets are printed Certificates of Authenticity from the U.S. Coin Network and a letter to the collector. The documentation states that the coins are genuine United States Mint issues that have been professionally colorized by a private mint. A disclaimer on the printed materials states that the U.S. Coin Network is not affiliated with the United States Government or the U.S. Mint.
Lot: 535 - Pair Elgin Men's Wristwatches FG160056ST/FG160064
This lot features two modern Elgin quartz wristwatches with decorative crystal accents. The first timepiece, reference FG160056ST, has a gold-tone base metal case and an octagonal bezel embellished with clear crystals. Its black sunburst dial displays gold-tone baton markers and a day-date aperture at the 3 o'clock position. The watch is powered by a Japan VX63 quartz movement and includes an integrated gold-tone bracelet with crystal-set center links. The second timepiece, reference FG160064, is an oversized model with a black-tone case and a gold-tone bezel set with clear crystals and numbered tabs. The black dial features luminescent markers and three multi-function subdials for day, date, and 24-hour tracking. It utilizes a Japan VX9N quartz movement and is paired with a black-tone link bracelet. Both watches feature stainless steel case backs with manufacturer markings, movement calibers, and battery requirements (395 and 335). Watch 1 Case Size: 42 mm Watch 2 Case Size: 55 mm.
Lot: 536 - Pair Vtg Steelers & Franco Harris Signed Pennant
This lot features two vintage Pittsburgh Steelers memorabilia items. The first is a yellow felt pennant featuring black screen-printed graphics. The design includes a football helmet with the team's hypocycloid logo and a one-bar facemask, adjacent to the words PITTSBURGH Steelers in a stencil-style font. An NFL shield logo is located in the lower-left corner. The pennant bears a signature in black marker attributed to Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris. No third-party authentication or certificate of authenticity is provided for the autograph. The second item is a circular metal serving tray with a yellow ground, a central black helmet design with the team logo, and the words PITTSBURGH STEELERS in black arched lettering.
Lot: 537 - Beatles USAopoly Revolver Puzzle & Monopoly Game
This lot comprises two factory-sealed Beatles-themed collectibles produced by USAopoly. The first item is a 500-piece Revolver Collector's Edition jigsaw puzzle. The artwork reproduces the 1966 album cover by Klaus Voormann, featuring line drawings and photographic collages of the band members. The reverse of the box bears the USAopoly, Inc. marks and is dated 2009 Apple Corps Ltd. The second item is The Beatles Collector's Edition Monopoly board game, manufactured under license from Hasbro and Apple Corps Ltd. This version includes a customized game board, themed cards, and money. It features six collectible pewter tokens representing the songs Here Comes the Sun, Maxwell's Silver Hammer, Strawberry Fields Forever, I Am The Walrus, Rocky Raccoon, and Octopus's Garden. The reverse of the box provides a full view of the customized board and component list. This game is dated 2008 Apple Corps Ltd.
Lot: 538 - Beatles Yesterday & Today Trunk Cover Poster
Framed commemorative reproduction poster featuring the alternate trunk cover artwork for the 1966 Capitol Records album Yesterday... and Today. The central image depicts John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr posed around an open steamer trunk with Paul McCartney seated inside. The poster includes the Capitol Records logo and a tracklist featuring eleven songs including Yesterday, Drive My Car, and Nowhere Man. A historical text block at the bottom describes the transition from the controversial Butcher Cover to replacement designs, stating this specific artwork was reproduced from original designs that survived the Capitol shredder. The item is housed in a brown wooden frame under glass with a corrugated cardboard backing and a metal sawtooth hanger. A printed inscription in the lower right corner reads NO. ______ of 1000 with the number 349 hand-entered in red ink.
Lot: 539 - The Beatles Yesterday & Today Butcher Cover Poster
Framed promotional trade advertisement poster for the 1966 Capitol Records album Yesterday and Today by The Beatles. The poster features the controversial Butcher cover photograph captured by Robert Whitaker, depicting John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr in white smocks surrounded by raw meat and doll parts. The top of the poster features the word INCREDIBLE! in large orange block letters. Below this is a blue banner reading NEW IMPROVED FULL DIMENSIONAL STEREO. The right side of the poster lists the album tracklist, which includes Yesterday, Dr. Robert, I am Only Sleeping, And Your Bird Can Sing, We Can Work It Out, Day Tripper, Nowhere Man, What Goes On?, Drive My Car, If I Needed Someone, and Act Naturally. The Capitol Records logo is printed in the upper left corner and at the bottom center. The piece is presented in a dark-toned wood frame with a cream-colored mat.
Lot: 540 - Beatles A Hard Day's Night 50th Anniversary Poster
This framed promotional poster was produced for the 2014 50th anniversary restoration of the 1964 motion picture A Hard Day's Night starring the Beatles. The poster features a sepia-toned photograph of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr running down a street during the film's opening sequence. The top margin is printed with the text AMONG THE BEST 100MOVIES OF THE CENTURY � BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE. The lower center displays the text 50TH ANNIVERSARY RESTORATION above the film title A Hard Day's NighT, which is rendered in a stylized font. A quote in yellow text at the lower right corner is attributed to Jay Carr of the Boston Globe. The poster is housed in a simple black frame under a transparent protective front cover. The back is finished with a brown backing board secured by metal tabs and includes two black metal sawtooth hangers for mounting. A small white sticker with the handwritten number 540 is affixed to the lower right corner of the front.
Lot: 541 - 1987 Beatles London Palladium Royal Perf. Poster
This framed promotional poster commemorates The Beatles 1963 Royal Command Performance at the London Palladium. The poster displays a color photographic portrait of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr posed in front of a blue-painted brick wall. Printed facsimile signatures for each band member are overlaid on the image. The lower white margin contains the title text: THE BEATLES.. LONDON PALLADIUM ROYAL COMMAND PERFORMANCE.1963. The poster features several identifying marks in the margins. The lower-left margin is printed with the copyright information: 1987 APPLE CORPS. LTD. UNDER LICENSE FROM DETERMINED PRODUCTIONS, INC. and ORIGINAL MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN. The lower-right margin bears the copyright: 1964 NEMS ENTERPRISES LTD. This item is a licensed 1987 reproduction of the original 1964 NEMS Enterprises poster design. The poster is housed in a simple black frame behind glass or clear plastic, with a fiberboard backing and two metal sawtooth hangers for wall mounting.
Lot: 542 - The Beatles Framed Poster w/ Facsimile Signatures
A framed commercial poster featuring a black and white portrait of The Beatles members George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, and Paul McCartney. The piece is a licensed product published and distributed by Portal Publications Ltd. of Corte Madera, California. The lower margin contains printed text stating RESERVED. A BEATLES PRODUCT LICENSED BY APPLE CORPS LIMITED. and PUBLISHED AND DISTRIBUTED BY PORTAL PUBLICATIONS LTD. CORTE MADERA, CALIFORNIA. Additionally, the bottom margin features reproduction facsimile signatures for each of the four band members. The poster is mounted in a simple black frame and is currently protected by a clear plastic film.
Lot: 543 - United States Armed Forces Veterans On-the-Job Training Act Informational Sign
A large-format informational sign or poster mounted on a foam core backing, produced to promote a veteran employment program under the Veterans On-the-Job Training Act. The graphic composition features a collage of United States military insignia, flags, and medals set against the background of an American flag. The five major branches of the armed forces are represented: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Specific elements depicted include the individual branch flags, unit patches such as the 101st Airborne Division and the 552d Air Control Wing, a Combat Infantryman Badge, Navy petty officer rating badges, and various service medals including the Southwest Asia Service Medal. The top text informs employers of a potential 12,000 dollar incentive through the training act and provides a 1-800 contact number. The bottom text instructs recently released veterans to contact their local job center veterans representative. Small department seals are located in the bottom corners of the blue border. This item dates to the early to mid-1990s following the Gulf War.
Lot: 544 - S&H Green Stamps Vacu-Formed Plastic Sign w/ Frame
This is a vintage mid-20th century advertising sign for S&H Green Stamps, a brand of the Sperry and Hutchinson Company. The item consists of a single-sided, vacu-formed translucent plastic panel, originally designed as the face for an illuminated lightbox. The sign features a white shield-shaped center with a black outline, surrounded by a vibrant green border. The central graphic displays the stylized S&H script logo in raised, textured orange-red pigment above the words GREEN STAMPS in bold black sans-serif block lettering. The sign is currently housed in a simple, four-piece rustic frame made from weathered wooden boards. The reverse side confirms the three-dimensional molded profile and the translucent nature of the plastic.
Lot: 545 - Vicks Blue Metal 2-Tier Drugstore Advertising Rack
A mid-century point-of-sale retail display rack for Vicks cold remedies, constructed of blue-painted sheet metal with wire components. The unit is designed with two tiers, including a shallow upper shelf and a deeper lower tray equipped with a perimeter wire guardrail. The two sections are joined by a central vertical support. The header graphics include the brand name Vicks in large yellow block lettering preceded by the word Trust in a white decorative script. Below the brand name, the tagline first family of colds medications is displayed in white lowercase serif font. A small inventory sticker with the number 545 is visible on the right side of the header.
Lot: 546 - KAR Products Inc. Metal Hose Clamp Organizer Rack
This is a vintage industrial metal hose clamp organizer rack manufactured by KAR Products Inc. The display is constructed of yellow-painted steel and features ten vertical sorting slots. The top panel is marked with the company name KAR PRODUCTS INC. and a stylized K logo. Adhesive labels categorize the slots for clamp sizes #8, #10, #12 (5/8 inch x 3/4 inch), #16 (3/4 inch x 1 inch), #20 (1 inch x 1-1/4 inch), #24 (1-1/4 inch x 1-1/2 inch), #32 (1-1/2 inch x 2 inch), #36 (1-3/4 inch x 2-1/4 inch), #40 (2 inch x 2-1/2 inch), and #56 (3-1/4 inch x 3-1/2 inch). Individual part numbers ranging from 7309 to 7320 are also printed on the labels. The rack is designed with an L-shaped base for shelf or countertop placement and includes mounting holes for wall attachment. This lot consists of the organizer rack only; no hose clamps are included.
Lot: 547 - Kodak Verichrome Film Cardboard Display Sign Set
A mid-20th-century two-piece cardboard store display sign for Kodak Verichrome film. This promotional item features a color-tinted photographic scene of a woman and two children at a beach. The woman is seated on the sand holding a vintage folding camera, and the children are playing with a toy sailboat. A rowboat is visible in the background near a reed-lined shore. The display is marked Kodak Trade Mark in the upper right. Text includes Yours to Keep.. In Snapshots in a red serif font and Get your Kodak Film here... in a blue panel. Illustrations of Kodak Verichrome Safety Film boxes, specifically the V 620 variety, are positioned in the lower right corner. The reverse of one panel retains a damaged cardboard easel support.
Lot: 548 - Pair Pepsi Grooved Menu Display Boards
A pair of vintage grooved menu display boards featuring late 1990s era Pepsi branding. The frames are constructed of molded plastic with a distinctive blue and white speckled finish. The display surfaces consist of off-white grooved plastic designed to hold interchangeable letters and numbers. Each board is topped with a blue panel featuring the Pepsi 3D globe logo and stylized white Pepsi text. The backings are made of thin wood or pressboard with a single mounting hole at the top center. The boards currently display various snack bar items and prices using blue plastic characters, including Sloppy Joes, Hot Dogs, Potato Salad, Pie, Meat Ball Subs, Nachos, Mac and Cheese, Slushies, and Coffee. The use of the word Pop indicates regional use in the Midwestern or Northern United States.
Lot: 549 - 7 Quaker State Super Blend Motor Oil Cans & Box
This lot consists of seven vintage Quaker State Super Blend motor oil cans and their original corrugated cardboard shipping carton. The cans are constructed of lithographed metal featuring the brand's classic white, green, and gold color scheme. Each can displays the large Quaker State Q logo with text reading QUAKER STATE SUPER BLEND MOTOR OIL and indicates a volume of 1 U.S. FL. GALLON / 3.785 LITERS. The reverse side includes product information regarding the multi-grade oil and notes the company's over 60 years of refining history. The manufacturer is identified as Quaker State Oil Refining Corporation, Oil City, Pennsylvania, with the zip code 16301. The original cardboard shipping box features matching green and gold graphics and branding, including instructions to HANDLE WITH CARE. The presence of the zip code and the reference to 60 years of operation indicates a production date from the mid-1970s. Capacity: 1 Gallon per can.
Lot: 550 - Avocado Green Metal Bread Box & Tilt-Out Canisters
This vintage kitchen countertop storage unit is a combination bread box and four-canister set, constructed from sheet metal with chrome-plated trim. The exterior is finished in avocado green paint. The upper portion of the unit features four individual tilt-out canisters. The lower portion consists of a single large storage compartment with a fold-down door. Each of the five sections is equipped with a horizontal wooden handle. Decorative shield-shaped labels are affixed to the front of each compartment, featuring a faux wood-grain finish, white script text, and a floral icon. The canisters are labeled Sugar, Coffee, Tea, and Flour, while the lower compartment is labeled Bread and Cake. This design is consistent with mid-century modern housewares attributed to Lincoln BeautyWare. The interior of the unit is unfinished metal, and the bread box compartment includes ventilation holes on the side panels. A small white adhesive sticker with the number 550 is located on the top right edge.
Lot: 551 - Astatic D-104 Lollipop Desktop Microphone
This is a vintage Astatic Model D-104 desktop microphone, a classic communication device manufactured in Conneaut, Ohio. The unit features a circular chrome-plated microphone head with a wire mesh grille, known as the lollipop style. It is mounted on a vertical chrome stand equipped with a side-mounted grip-to-talk bar. The microphone sits on a weighted, tapered circular metal base finished in gray hammertone paint. A black coiled cord extends from the base and terminates in a four-pin radio connector. A manufacturer identification label is affixed to the top edge of the microphone housing. Label Transcription: THE ASTATIC CORP. CONNEAUT, OHIO MADE IN U.S.A. MOD. NO. D-104.
Lot: 552 - Diane Miller, Wooded River Landscape, O/C
This landscape painting, rendered in oil on canvas, depicts a tranquil river scene with wooded banks and a soft, atmospheric glow in the background. The work is executed in a representational style, featuring textured dabs of paint for the foliage and smoother blending in the sky and water. The painting is signed Diane in red script at the lower left. On the verso, the wooden stretcher bar bears a handwritten inscription that reads Diane Miller. The artwork is housed in an ornate, gilded composite frame with a linen-covered liner. A label on the reverse of the frame is marked EH - 1/107 L, 11 x 14, and MADE IN THAILAND. 11 x 14 inches.
Lot: 553 - Simon Glucklich, Spring Song, Color Lithograph
This vintage color lithograph is a reproduction of the painting Spring Song by Simon Glucklich (1863-1943). The work depicts a sentimental scene of a young child with short blonde hair seated on a dark wooden bench, gazing upward toward a small bird perched in a grove of birch trees. The print is executed in a soft, painterly style with a palette of muted greens, creams, and blues. No artist signature or publisher information is visible on the front of the print. The piece is housed under glass in an ornate gilded wood and composition frame with decorative scrollwork at the corners and along the rails. An inventory sticker numbered 553 is affixed to the upper left corner of the glass. The reverse features a simple cardboard backing secured with nails and a hanging wire.
Lot: 554 - Vtg Mayflower Eatmor Cape Cod Cranberry Wood Crate
This is a vintage wooden shipping crate for the Mayflower Brand of Cape Cod Cranberries. The crate is constructed of natural wood slats held together with metal fasteners. One end features a paper lithograph label with a central circular illustration depicting the Mayflower ship at sea. The label text includes MAYFLOWER BRAND across the top, ONE FOURTH U.S. STANDARD CRANBERRY BARREL, and CAPE COD CRANBERRIES. Additional text identifies the distributors as the American Cranberry Exchange and the New England Cranberry Sales Co. with locations in New York and Chicago. A stamped area at the bottom indicates PACKERS NO. 828. Both long sides are stenciled in red with EATMOR CRANBERRIES and 1/4 U.S. STANDARD CRANBERRY BBL. U.S.A. The end opposite the paper label has a large handwritten numeral 7 in dark grease pencil or chalk. The crate features an open top and a slatted bottom with a central drainage or ventilation gap.
Lot: 555 - Vtg Industrial Wire Harvest & Egg Basket
A vintage industrial-style wire basket constructed from heavy-gauge wire and sheet metal components. The basket is designed with a tapered circular form, featuring numerous vertical wire ribs that are reinforced by a single horizontal wire band located at the midsection. The upper rim is made of a thicker gauge wire and incorporates two integrated upright loops, which traditionally served as mounting points for a bail handle. The vertical ribs converge at the base and are secured to a central circular metal plate that features a single hole in the center. No manufacturer marks, brand names, or model numbers are visible on the object. A small white identification tag is attached to the upper rim. This style of basket was historically used in agricultural and maritime settings for the gathering of eggs, produce, or shellfish such as oysters and clams.
Lot: 556 - Vtg Cast Iron Knight in Armor Fireplace Companion
A decorative hollow-back figure of a knight in full plate armor, standing on a rectangular plinth. The knight is depicted in a formal standing pose, holding a long-poled halberd. The armor is styled in a Gothic revival manner, featuring a hounskull or pig-face bascinet helmet with a central visor opening. The figure is constructed of cast iron with a gold-tone painted finish. This type of half-round casting was commonly produced for use as a fireplace companion stand or hearth decoration, designed to stand flush against a flat surface. No foundry marks, pattern numbers, or manufacturer signatures are visible on the exterior, back, or base. Height: approximately 24 inches.
Lot: 558 - Vtg Railroad Oil Filler Can w/ Coiled Wire Handles
This vintage oil filler can is constructed of heavy-gauge metal and features a cylindrical body with a spherical domed top. It includes two bail handles, one on the top and one on the side, both featuring coiled wire grips. A fixed, angled spout is attached to the side of the reservoir. The top dome serves as a lid, though the original wick or cap assembly is missing from the central opening. The exterior has been refinished with a thick, glossy black coating. No manufacturer marks or embossed logos are visible on the exterior or the underside. A small white inventory sticker with the number 558 is present on the dome.
Lot: 559 - Mission Style Oak Three-Tier Open Bookcase
This early 20th-century open shelving unit is designed in the Arts and Crafts or Mission style. The piece is constructed of oak with a dark stained finish and features a rectilinear form with three fixed horizontal shelves. Each side consists of three vertical slats positioned between square uprights. The top shelf is reinforced at the joints with black-finished metal brackets. A single horizontal stretcher is located at the bottom of the frame for added stability. The wood grain is prominent across all surfaces. This unit is a fixed, non-modular construction and does not contain glass elements. No maker labels or markings are present.
Lot: 560 - Quartersawn Oak Folding 4-Tier Etagere w/ Crest
An early 20th-century folding display shelf constructed from oak. The unit features a four-tier design and is topped by a decorative crest rail featuring a carved central shell and foliate scroll motif. Quartersawn oak grain is visible on the shelf surfaces and the top crest. The frame is designed with a collapsible scissor-style folding mechanism with pinned side rails, allowing the unit to fold flat for storage or transport. Each shelf is supported by horizontal back rails and vertical side supports. The piece stands on four straight legs integrated into the folding frame.
Lot: 561 - Repurposed Half-Barrel Wall Shelf w/ 2 Tiers
A wall-mounted shelving unit constructed from a repurposed half-barrel. The piece features a curved front and a flat back for flush mounting. It is composed of weathered wood staves secured by multiple rusted metal hoops fastened with screws. The interior features a top surface and two tiered interior shelves, providing three total storage surfaces. The wood staves exhibit a textured, greyed patina on the exterior, while the interior staves show a darker wood grain. The flat back is constructed of vertical wood planks. Two small wooden block feet are attached to the base. A small white inventory sticker is visible on the upper shelf. No manufacturer or brand marks are present.
Lot: 562 - American Victorian Walnut Oval Scroll Parlor Table
An American Victorian walnut parlor or occasional table, dating to the late 19th century. The piece features an oval solid walnut top with a rounded edge. It is supported by a central turned pedestal column mounted to a tripod base. The three radiating legs are constructed from flat-profile walnut and feature elaborate scrollwork with distinctive trefoil-style cutouts, reflecting the Rococo Revival influence of the period. A small white inventory label is present on the tabletop surface.
Lot: 563 - Benjamin Eggleston, A Cree Canoe, 1903 Sepia Print
This is a sepia-toned reproduction print, likely a photogravure or high-quality lithograph, based on a work by American artist Benjamin Osro Eggleston (1867-1937) titled A Cree Canoe. The composition depicts a Native American man paddling a canoe on a still body of water, rendered in a soft-focus, tonalist style characteristic of the early 20th century. The print features a printed signature in the lower left corner that reads BENJAMIN EGGLESTON and a printed copyright notice in the lower right corner reading Copyright 1903 By Benjamin Eggleston. A hexagonal blind stamp is present in the lower center margin, although the interior details are not clearly legible. The work is presented in its period-appropriate mitered quarter-sawn oak frame, which features a traditional wooden plank backing and a standard hanging wire.
Lot: 564 - Pair Falls City & Pride of the Lake Minnow Buckets
This lot features two vintage two-piece galvanized metal minnow buckets dating to the mid-20th century. The first bucket is a Falls City Air-Life floating model constructed of galvanized steel. It includes a wire bail handle with a red-painted wood grip. The exterior displays blue lithographed graphics including the Falls City circular logo, the brand name Air-Life in script, and the text Non-Aerating Minnow Bucket. Faint manufacturer information near the base indicates production by the Falls City Division of Stratton and Terstegge Co., Louisville, Kentucky. The second bucket is a Pride of the Lake model, No. 410, with a 10-quart capacity. This bucket is also made of galvanized steel and features a wire bail handle with a black-painted wood grip and an internal strainer-style insert. The exterior is marked with orange graphics reading No. 410 - 10 QT. TIGHT and Pride of the Lake. Capacity: 10 quarts each.
Lot: 565 - Pink Glass Oil Lamp in the Lincoln Drape Pattern
Pink translucent glass oil lamp featuring the Lincoln Drape pattern, also known as B-Drape, attributed to the Mantle Lamp Company of America (Aladdin). The font exhibits molded swag and tassel motifs, supported by a fluted columnar pedestal stem and a tiered circular base. The lamp is fitted with a brass burner assembly that includes a perforated gallery and a wick adjustment knob. Stamped instructional text reading REMOVE THIS is visible on the upper rim of the burner. A matching brass filler cap is present on the font shoulder. The lamp is missing its original glass chimney and mantle.
Lot: 567 - Art Nouveau Style Lily Pad Gooseneck Lamp w/ Shade
This table lamp is designed in the Art Nouveau style, featuring a decorative cast metal base modeled after a lily pad or lotus leaf with prominent radial veining. The lamp utilizes a slender, curved gooseneck arm that supports a downward-facing light fixture. It is equipped with a frosted glass bell-form shade characterized by a scalloped petal-style rim. The shade is decorated with molded motifs, including floral sprays and a starburst pattern near the fitter. The metal components feature a patinated bronze-toned finish. The electrical assembly includes a brown plastic-coated cord with an integrated in-line thumbwheel switch and a non-polarized two-prong plug. The lamp is unmarked. Based on construction and materials, it is likely a mid-to-late 20th-century revival piece.
Lot: 568 - Large Green Uranium Glass Footed Console Bowl
A vintage American footed console bowl crafted from transparent light green uranium glass. The piece is designed as a centerpiece with a shallow basin and a broad, wide rim supported by a circular footed base. The glass contains uranium oxide, resulting in a strong neon green fluorescence when exposed to ultraviolet light. While no maker marks are present, the form and material are highly characteristic of production by companies such as Fostoria Glass Company during the mid-20th century. The surface is smooth and free of molded or etched ornamentation.
Lot: 569 - Westmoreland Pink Satin Glass Doric Pedestal Bowl
Westmoreland Glass Company pink satin glass pedestal bowl in the Doric pattern. This footed comport features a wide, shallow bowl with a matte, frosted finish. The rim is decorated with a reticulated lace design consisting of alternating shell motifs and circular openwork. The piece is supported by a flared, molded pedestal base. A gold-toned factory foil label with blue lettering is present on the interior, identifying the maker as Westmoreland and featuring the central keystone logo with intertwined WG letters. Diameter: approximately 7 to 9 inches.
Lot: 570 - Pair Westmoreland Glass Animal Openwork Plates
This lot features a pair of vintage decorative glass plates with embossed animal figures and openwork borders, manufactured by the Westmoreland Glass Company. The first plate is made of translucent cobalt blue glass and depicts the Three Owls pattern, featuring three owls perched on a branch surrounded by an interlaced lattice-style border. The second plate is made of opaque white milk glass and features the Three Kittens pattern, depicting three kittens sitting in a row within a scalloped border composed of circular loops and small decorative bosses. The milk glass plate retains its original silver and black foil label on the front, which reads Authentic Westmoreland Milk Glass and features the company's stylized W logo with the words Hand Made. The reverse of the milk glass plate bears a handwritten collector's label identifying it as JH Westmoreland B8 milk glass 3 Kittens. Diameter: 7.5 inches.
Lot: 571 - Vtg Trio: Ombre Bowl, Frosted Box & Milk Hand Dish
This lot features three decorative glass items. The first is a three-footed pressed glass bowl characterized by a two-tone ombre transition from a cobalt blue base to an emerald green rim. The exterior is decorated with a Grape and Leaf relief pattern featuring clusters of grapes and vine leaves set against a stippled background. Based on the pattern and color combination, this piece is attributed to Jeanette Glass. The second item is a square frosted satin glass trinket box resting on four stylized feet. The lid features a polychrome floral motif centered by a large blue blossom with yellow and pink accents. The box and lid are finished with a beaded or toothed rim. The third item is an opaque white milk glass dish modeled in the shape of an open palm with a rose and foliage at the wrist. No manufacturer marks were found on any of the pieces. A lot tag labeled 571 is present on the hand dish.
Lot: 572 - Pair Fenton Hobnail Milk Glass Candle Holders
This pair of pressed milk glass candle holders is executed in the hobnail pattern. While no maker marks are visible in the provided images, the design and material are highly characteristic of the Fenton Art Glass Company. Each piece features a wide, circular base decorated with concentric rows of raised hobnails. The central bulbous stem is similarly ornamented, supporting a flared rim with a scalloped, petal-like edge. The items are constructed of opaque white milk glass and feature molded bases with no visible pontil marks.
Lot: 573 - Trio Vtg Amber & Marigold Iridescent Glassware
This collection consists of three pieces of vintage amber and marigold glassware. The first item is a footed amber pressed glass centerpiece or low candlestick featuring a wide, ruffled rim and a molded central candle socket, set upon a pedestal base with a petal design. The second item is a small marigold carnival glass bowl with a scalloped rim and a high-iridescence finish; the exterior features a molded leaf pattern attributed to Imperial Glass in the Shell and Sand design. The third item is a footed marigold carnival glass bowl with a soft iridescent finish, decorated with an interior starburst pattern and a beaded, scalloped rim, supported by three molded spatula feet. All pieces are constructed of pressed glass. No manufacturer marks or signatures are visible on any of the items.
Lot: 574 - 3 Vtg American Pressed Glass Novelties
This lot features three distinct pieces of vintage American pressed glass, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The first item is a novelty container in the form of a horse-drawn cart or wagon. The clear glass figure features a stylized horse harnessed to a rectangular two-wheeled cart with vertical ribbing and detailed spoked wheels. The second item is a specialized rectangular match tray. The base is embossed with the inscription BURNT MATCHES set above a radiating sunburst motif. The tray includes a raised central rectangular plinth with scalloped edges. This piece exhibits a faint amethyst or purple tint, characteristic of solarized glass where manganese was used as a decolorizer. The third item is an ornate arched glass crest or pediment, possibly an architectural element from a clock or furniture piece. It features elaborate pressed geometric patterns including stars and fans with serrated edges. This piece retains its original metal mounting hardware with two bolts.
Lot: 575 - Set 5 Dickensian Character Cast Brass Wall Hooks
A set of five cast brass wall hooks featuring figural representations of characters from Charles Dickens' novel The Pickwick Papers. The collection includes one hook depicting the character Mr. Pickwick and four hooks depicting the character Tony Weller. Each hook is designed with a full-body figure standing on a curved banner above the hook assembly. The banners are inscribed in raised relief with the characters' names: MR PICKWICK and TONY WELLER. The reverse of each hook shows incised alphanumeric marks. The Mr. Pickwick hook is marked A H 1 5 1, while the four Tony Weller hooks are each marked 4 5 2 1. Each piece contains two pre-drilled holes for mounting to a wall or board.
Lot: 576 - Phoenix China Czech Floral Porcelain Tea Set
This porcelain tea set was manufactured by Phoenix China in Czechoslovakia, likely dating to the interwar period. The pieces are decorated with a multi-colored transfer-printed floral pattern featuring large pink roses, blue and purple garden blossoms, and green foliage. Each piece is finished with hand-applied gold-gilt highlights on the rims, handles, and the teapot spout. The base of the pieces bears a green stamped mark within a square frame featuring the words Phoenix China in an arched banner above a stylized phoenix bird and a lower banner reading Czecho Slovakia. The set is comprised of one teapot with lid, one cream jug, six footed teacups, and sixteen assorted saucers and tea plates.
Lot: 577 - Set 5 Vtg Porc. Floral Teacups & Saucers
This collection consists of five teacups and five matching saucers, totaling ten pieces, crafted from fine porcelain. The set features a variety of traditional mid-20th-century forms, including footed cups with scroll handles and saucers with scalloped edges. Each piece is decorated with floral transfer-print patterns and finished with hand-applied gold-gilt accents on the rims and handles. The assortment includes one set with a multi-colored floral pattern featuring a magenta central flower and a bird motif on the cup interior. A second set features a pastel blue and pink floral spray. A third set consists of a low, wide-bowl profile cup decorated with a large pink rose and bud design. The remaining two sets feature a classic pink rose pattern with small purple accent flowers and fluted, scalloped rims, in a style resembling English bone china by makers such as Royal Windsor or Colclough. No manufacturer marks are visible on the provided images, although the pieces are characteristic of European or English production from the mid-1900s. Small adhesive tags are present on the undersides of the saucers.
Lot: 578 - Ceramic Seal Figurine w/ Balancing Glass Bowl
This ceramic figurine, attributed to Camark Pottery, depicts a seal or sea lion in a stylized performing pose. The figure is finished in a deep, high-gloss black glaze and is designed to balance a spherical clear glass bowl on its snout. The glass bowl features a circular opening at the top and is attached to the ceramic body via a small mounting point at the nose. The figurine rests on an unglazed base typical of mid-century American art pottery. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the exterior.
Lot: 579 - Vtg H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Matchbook Covers
A collection of vintage matchbook covers from the mid-to-late 20th century, organized within two specialized storage albums. The albums are constructed of yellow cardstock and are printed with the title H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Book Match Album. The collection features a wide variety of advertising ephemera, with a significant concentration of businesses located in the Northeastern United States, particularly Meadville, Pennsylvania, and surrounding regions. The collection includes advertising for travel and lodging, dining and entertainment, tourist attractions, local services, and political campaigns. Notable inclusions are covers for The David Mead Inn (Meadville, PA), Marriott Hotels, Holiday Inn, Best Western, Days Inn, Bear Lodge Resort (Wyoming), and The Fallsway Motor Hotel (Niagara Falls). Dining establishments represented include Rax Restaurants, Denny's, Swissspot, Tiki-Toi (Utica, NY), and The Tale of the Whale. Tourist-related ephemera includes Knott's Berry Farm and various Vermont ski destinations like Stowe. Local service and political covers include Johnny's Shoe Repair, Winters' Plumbing, and campaign materials for Agnes Folmar (Prothonotary) and Don Osborne (Crawford County Commissioner), the latter dated May 19, 1987. A personalized wedding matchbook dated August 18, 1979, is also present. The matchbook covers are flattened and inserted into die-cut slots within the albums. Each page typically holds multiple rows of covers. The albums include instructional text stating Close Cover Before Striking. Approximate album dimensions: 11 inches by 17 inches (unfolded).
Lot: 580 - H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Matchbook Collection
A collection of vintage advertising matchbooks housed in an H. Bell's Fire Protection Co. Book Match Album produced by Bandwagon Inc. The album is constructed of tan cardstock and features a black and white graphic of a nineteenth-century firefighting scene on the cover. The collection contains an assortment of matchbook covers dating from the mid-20th century through the early 1990s. The covers represent a diverse range of businesses across the United States, Canada, and Western Europe, including notable establishments such as the Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino, Stardust Resort and Casino, Trader Vic's, Red Lobster, and Howard Johnson's. Other examples include regional interests like the Red Lion Inn of Stockbridge, Massachusetts, and international hotels such as the Grand Hotel National Luzern in Switzerland. A set of personalized wedding matchbooks dated May 29, 1993, is also included. The majority of the matchbooks have been emptied of matches and flattened for organized storage within the album slots. Approximate height: 17 inches.
Lot: 581 - Pair Interior & Coaching Scenes Chromolithographs
This lot comprises two framed color prints, identified as chromolithographs from the late 19th to early 20th century. The larger print depicts a Victorian-era garden or conservatory scene with two women. One woman is seated next to an elaborate, tiered birdcage containing a parrot, while the other is reclined in a high-backed wicker chair. A small child and a dog are positioned in the foreground among lush green foliage and palms. This work is housed in a simple dark wood frame with glazing, and the reverse is backed with patterned floral wallpaper. The second, smaller print illustrates a classic English coaching scene. A four-horse stagecoach with passengers is shown fording a shallow stream in front of a thatched-roof cottage. A figure and a small dog are visible on the left bank. This piece is set in a light-toned wood frame with glazing. No signatures, edition numbers, or publisher marks are visible on either print. Both frames bear numerical lot stickers on the glass surface.
Lot: 582 - Johnson Gordon Co. Toned Monochrome Print of Rome
A large toned monochrome print featuring a panoramic view of Rome, Italy. The composition captures the Castel Sant Angelo on the right bank of the Tiber River, with the Ponte Sant Angelo bridge in the middle ground and the dome of Saint Peters Basilica visible in the distance to the left. The print is published by the Johnson Gordon Co., with partially legible text identifying the company in the lower-left corner. The artwork is mounted on a light-toned card support and housed within a dark-stained wood frame featuring a thin gold-toned inner slip.
Lot: 583 - Pair Gemstone Inlay World Globe Bookends, Wood
A pair of decorative bookends featuring world globes with a dark blue lapis-toned ground. The globes are detailed with multi-colored semi-precious gemstone inlays, including various stones used to represent individual countries and continents. Each globe is overlaid with gold-toned latitudinal and longitudinal grid lines and features printed text identifying major geographic regions such as North America, South America, Africa, and Europe, as well as major bodies of water including the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. One globe is mounted on a gold-toned metal pedestal, while the other is supported by a gold-toned partial meridian arc and pedestal. Both assemblies are secured to L-shaped wooden bases with a dark reddish-brown lacquered finish. A small white inventory sticker with the handwritten numerals 589 is affixed to the corner of one base. Approximate height: 7 inches.
Lot: 584 - 1901 Pan-American Expo Cast Metal Buffalo Tray
This commemorative souvenir tray was produced for the 1901 Pan-American Exposition held in Buffalo, New York. The item is constructed of cast copper-alloy with an irregular, scalloped form featuring a relief-molded border decorated with Rococo-style scrolls and flourishes. The central recessed field is embossed with commemorative text and imagery. At the top, the year 1901 is centered within decorative scrolls. The words Pan American are rendered in a stylized serif font in the middle section above a relief-molded depiction of a North American bison (buffalo) facing left. The bottom of the tray is inscribed with Exposition BUFFALO in uppercase letters. The reverse follows the contoured shape of the front casting.
Lot: 585 - Pair Hubley Cast Metal Road Roller & Dump Truck
A pair of vintage cast metal toys including a Hubley Kiddie Toy diesel road roller and a dual-branded dump truck. The road roller, identified as Hubley model number 480, is constructed with a two-part cast body featuring a front roller and two large rear wheels. The engine housing displays raised lettering stating DIESEL on both sides. The dump truck is composed of a cast iron cab and chassis with a lithographed tinplate dump bed and metal wheels. The bed is lithographed in red and cream, featuring COAL on one side and COKE on the opposite side with graphics of a lever and pulley mechanism. The truck includes a manual lever-operated dump mechanism. Small adhesive labels with handwritten numbers 585 and 586 are present on the surfaces.
Lot: 587 - Horse-Drawn Steam Fire Pumper Pull Toy
This is a cast iron horse-drawn steam fire pumper pull toy, produced in the style of manufacturers such as Kenton, Hubley, or Dent. The toy consists of two galloping horses painted in an off-white or cream color with black and brown painted harness details. The horses are mounted on a single black metal wheel. They are connected to a red-painted steam pumper unit by a cast iron hitch. The pumper features a boiler with gold-painted bands and a chimney, a silver-painted bell, and an embossed circular emblem on the side that is not clearly legible. The pumper unit is supported by four yellow-painted spoked wheels. The casting includes a front driver seat and a rear platform. Total length is approximately 10-12 inches.
Lot: 588 - Fisher-Price Wood & Paper Lithography Pull Toys
This collection features several vintage pull toys manufactured by Fisher-Price Toys in the United States. The items are primarily constructed from wood with applied paper lithography, alongside plastic and metal components. The first item is a Teddy Zilo mechanical xylophone bear, model number 52, featuring a wooden figure on a red wood base with a metal xylophone and striking rods. Visible markings include Teddy Zilo, No. 52, Fisher-Price Toys, and US patent number 2,089,885. The second item is a Little Snoopy pull toy with a wood body, orange plastic wheels, and dark brown floppy ears. It includes a metal spring tail with a green bead and a Fisher-Price Little Snoopy label. The third item is a Fisher-Price Jalopy featuring a wooden body with a clown driver, yellow plastic folding top and windshield, and oversized orange plastic wheels. The fourth item is a No. 733 horse and General Hauling wagon set. The wagon is constructed of wood with red painted sides and paper lithography marked Fisher-Price General Hauling, No. 733, Made in U.S.A., and Pat. Applied For. The horse is made of wood with paper lithography and metal connecting rods.
Lot: 589 - Two Vintage Monogram 1/24 Scale Model Car Kits
This lot features two vintage 1/24 scale plastic model car kits manufactured by Monogram, accompanied by their original packaging and additional components. The first kit is the ZZ Top Eliminator, a 1/24 scale representation of a 1933 Ford Coupe custom hot rod. The parts are molded in red plastic and include various chrome-plated components. The kit is housed in its original box and includes the instruction manual. The second kit is a Corvette SS Hatchback, described as a custom-styled Super Sport model. It is molded in yellow and black plastic and includes chrome-plated parts and tires. This kit is partially assembled, with the engine and chassis components already constructed. Included with the kits are several small jars of vintage Testors enamel model paint and a vintage pack of Wrigley's Doublemint chewing gum. The lot also contains an additional partially assembled red plastic body for a mid-engine sports car that does not match the included kit boxes. Both boxes prominently feature the Monogram manufacturer logo. These are static plastic models intended for display.
Lot: 590 - Pair 1:18 Maisto Mercedes SLK & Motor Max Chrysler
This lot features two 1:18 scale model vehicles constructed from die-cast metal and plastic, both housed in their original retail window boxes. The first item is a Maisto Mercedes-Benz SLK 230, presented in a yellow exterior finish with a tan interior. The packaging indicates the model features a retractable hardtop mechanism. The second item is a Motor Max Chrysler GT Cruiser, identified as Item No. 73107, featuring a white exterior finish. This model retains its original factory-applied blue Motor Max protective tape on the doors and hood. The boxes are marked with respective manufacturer logos, model names, and the 1:18 scale designation.
Lot: 591 - Bburago, Maisto & Jada: 3 Boxed Die-Cast Cars
This lot features three die-cast model cars housed in original window boxes by manufacturers Bburago, Maisto, and Jada. The Bburago model is a Bijoux Collection 1997 Dodge Viper GTS Coupe in 1/24 scale (Code 1515), finished in red with white racing stripes and gold-tone wheels. The Maisto AllStars entry is a 1966 Lincoln Continental in 1:26 scale, featuring a custom metallic blue lowrider finish with silver flame graphics and a spiderweb roof design. The Jada Bigtime Muscle model is a 1972 Pontiac Firebird, approximately 1:24 scale, presented in metallic gold with oversized chrome-style wheels and aftermarket performance decals including Hooker Headers and Hurst Shifters. All vehicles are constructed from die-cast metal with plastic components.
Lot: 592 - Ertl True Value 2000 1913 Model T Bank Set
This Ertl Collectibles set produced for True Value Hardware Stores features two die-cast metal still bank replicas of 1913 Ford Model T delivery vans. The 1:43 scale vehicle is finished in a white and blue color scheme with red spoked wheels and bears the True Value Hardware Stores logo on the side panels. The larger 1:25 scale vehicle features a polished chrome-tone finish with silver-tone spoked wheels. This larger replica is marked No. 19 and carries the True Value logo and the slogan Help is just around the corner on the side panels. The items are housed in their original commemorative retail packaging, which is styled to resemble a red rolling hardware toolbox with silver drawers. The side of the box provides a list of past releases in this series dating from 1982 to 1999.
Lot: 593 - 5 Die-Cast Models w/ 1957 Chevrolet Trio & Custom
A collection of five die-cast model vehicles featuring a mix of vintage and modern styles. The group includes a three-car display set of 1957 Chevrolet models mounted to a black plastic plinth, comprising a yellow and white Bel Air, a white Corvette with red side coves, and a red and white Nomad station wagon. The base is labeled with gold-tone lettering: 1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR, 1957 CHEVROLET CORVETTE, and 1957 CHEVROLET NOMAD. The collection further includes three individual vehicles: a black customized Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck from the Maisto Truckin series with orange and yellow flame decals, a metallic silver late-1990s style Ford Mustang coupe, and a white convertible sports car with blue racing stripes in the style of a Shelby Series 1. The models are constructed with die-cast metal bodies, plastic trim components, and rubber tires. Scale: 1:24 (estimated).
Lot: 594 - General Electric HELP-2 Emergency CB Radio System
This General Electric HELP-2 (Model 3-5910) is a vintage portable 40-channel citizens band (CB) radio designed for emergency and information use. The system is housed in its original black plastic carrying case, which features a printed three-step setup guide on the interior lid. The kit includes the handheld radio unit, a 12V cigarette lighter power adapter, and a magnetic mount telescoping whip antenna with integrated cabling. The radio interface features an analog signal meter, a digital channel display, push-button channel selection, a power toggle, and sliding controls for range and volume adjustments. A large push-to-talk transmit bar is located below the controls. Branding and model information are clearly visible on the exterior case and the radio unit itself, including the General Electric logo and the model number 3-5910.
Lot: 595 - Vtg Advertising & Utility Thermometers
A collection of several vintage advertising and utility wall thermometers from the mid-to-late 20th century. The lot includes two vertical thermometers with white and red plastic housings: one featuring green and black text for Abitibi-Price paneling and Varco-Pruden Building Systems of Troy, Michigan, and another for Dunlop Tires with the slogan If Youre HOT for Tires, call Diane alongside corporate contact information. A decorative molded plastic thermometer for La Victoria Food Secrets of Mexico is shaped like a thermometer with a circular base featuring salsa product graphics and indicates temperature zones for Mild, Med, and Hot. A Springfield brand utility thermometer in yellow and black plastic is fitted with a manual adjustment dial at the base. Completing the collection is a horizontal enameled metal thermometer for Fergus Electric Cooperative Inc. of Lewiston, Montana, with integrated aluminum mounting brackets and a green FEC logo. All items are equipped with glass capillary tubes and various dual Fahrenheit and Celsius scales.
Lot: 596 - 26 Kid Connection & Johnny Lightning Die-Cast Toys
This collection consists of twenty-six die-cast toy vehicles in their original factory blister packaging, produced by Kid Connection and Johnny Lightning. The vehicles feature die-cast metal bodies with plastic chassis and components, manufactured at approximately 1:64 scale. The assortment includes five 5-pack sets from Kid Connection, a Walmart private-label brand. These sets are themed as follows: High Speed, featuring sports cars and a NASCAR-style stock car; Fantasy Collection, containing stylized custom designs; Construction Builder, with five yellow heavy machinery vehicles including an excavator, steamroller, and cement mixer; Off-Road, comprising an ATV, dirt bike, dune buggy, SUV, and pickup truck; and GM Concept, featuring various modern concept car designs. Each Kid Connection package is identified by item number #15279-1601 and Dept. 07. The lot also includes one single-vehicle package from Johnny Lightning's Class of 57 series. This set features a black 1957 Corvette Hardtop and includes a miniature Florida FUELIE collector license plate and a Class of 57 display piece. The card is marked with the number 3 in the bottom right corner.
Lot: 597 - Vtg Redken Styling Salon Illuminated Lightbox Sign
Vintage Redken hair care brand illuminated advertising sign dating to the circa 1970s�1980s era. This rectangular lightbox is constructed with a cream-colored translucent plastic face, likely acrylic or plexiglass, housed within a brushed gold-tone metal frame of aluminum or steel. The graphic design features three distinct elements: on the left is a blue field containing the Redken atomic orbital logo with a central letter R; the main body is printed with REDKEN in large blue block lettering, followed by STYLING SALON in black, and RETAIL CENTER in large blue block lettering below. The sign is designed for hanging display with a small metal chain attached to the side housing. The unit includes an integrated white two-prong electrical power cord. A white Underwriters Laboratories sticker is affixed to the side of the frame, identifying it as an ELECTRIC SIGN, FORM 1, with the serial number T 236837. A worn silver foil label is also present above the UL sticker.
Lot: 598 - Sprint & Nextel Backlit Electric Advertising Sign
This is an electric backlit retail advertising sign featuring branding from the 2005 merger of Sprint Corporation and Nextel Communications, dating from approximately 2005 to 2013. The rectangular sign is constructed with a black plastic frame and a translucent acrylic or polycarbonate face. The face is split into two sections: a larger yellow upper section featuring the black Sprint name and stylized wing logo, and a narrower black lower section with the white text Together with NEXTEL. The sign is designed for hanging, equipped with two metal eyehooks on the top edge and an integrated black power cord. A white Underwriters Laboratories sticker on the side identifies it as a Listed Electric Sign with the number GR 271896. A small inventory sticker with the number 518 is present in the upper right corner of the face.
Lot: 599 - Alltel Authorized Agent Illuminated Lightbox Sign
This is an illuminated advertising lightbox sign for Alltel, a former American telecommunications company. The sign consists of a translucent white acrylic face mounted within a molded black frame. The graphic display includes the Alltel logo, characterized by a stylized blue A icon and the letters LLTEL in bold black sans-serif font. The lower portion of the face contains the text AUTHORIZED AGENT in black all-caps sans-serif lettering. The sign is fitted with metal hanging loops and short chains at the upper corners. A black electrical power cord is attached to the side for operation.
Lot: 600 - A. Young & Co. 1907 Alberta Indigenous Postcards
A collection of five vintage black and white postcards depicting Indigenous peoples and encampments in Alberta, Canada, circa 1907. This group includes specific scenes titled Grand Parade of Blackfoot Indians, Blood Indians, Macleod, Alta., The Horn Society of Alberta Indians, and The Sioux Dance, along with one untitled card showing a line of tipis on the prairie landscape. The cards were published by A. Young and Co. of Macleod, Alberta, and printed in Germany. Several cards bear the printed copyright date of 1907. The reverse of the cards features a divided back with instructions for correspondence and address, as well as postage rate information for Canada, the United States, and foreign destinations. Identifying serial numbers including To. 158-2, To. 158-3, and To. 158-4 are printed on the reverse of several cards. Each card has been annotated on the reverse with pencil marks from a previous dealer or collector.
Lot: 601 - Harp Plug Cut Vtg Cloth Tobacco Pouches
This group of vintage cloth tobacco pouches was produced for Harp Plug Cut tobacco, manufactured by the John Weisert Tobacco Company of St. Louis, Missouri. Each pouch is constructed from a yellow woven cotton cloth and features a red drawstring at the top. The front of each bag displays a rectangular green printed field. At the top of the pouch is the brand name HARP in green lettering. Within the green field is a central red oval containing an illustration of a harp in yellow, flanked by the words TRADE and MARK. Below the oval is the text PLUG CUT in a stylized font. Smaller text below reads: MANUFACTURED BY JOHN WEISERT TOB. CO. ST. LOUIS. The bottom edge includes the designation Factory No. 93, First District of Mo. followed by a decorative scroll and a manufacturer's notice. The reverse side of the pouches contains a legal cautionary statement regarding the reuse of the packaging under penalty of law, which is printed upside down relative to the front logo.
Lot: 602 - Lego Chalkware Asian Child Kissing Nodder, Japan
A mid-20th century hand-painted chalkware nodder figurine imported by Lego. The figure portrays a child in traditional Japanese attire, specifically a grey-toned kimono decorated with black checkered accents and a black collar. The large head is attached to the body by an internal spring mechanism, characterized by a puckered kissing expression and black hair gathered into a green topknot. The figure stands on a circular red-painted base featuring the gold-colored cursive text Kiss me. The underside of the base contains a stamped PATENT JAPAN mark and a partially preserved gold foil label identifying the importer as Lego.
Lot: 603 - Two Jim Shore Heartwood Creek Resin Figurines
This lot features two hand-painted cast resin figurines from Jim Shore�s Heartwood Creek collection, produced by Enesco. These pieces exhibit the designer�s characteristic folk art style, which incorporates colorful decorative patterns and a simulated hand-carved wood texture. The first figurine is titled The Cow Jumped Over The Moon And The Rest Is History, item number 4007024. It depicts a whimsical diorama of the Hey Diddle Diddle nursery rhyme, featuring a large moon face with a quilted star border, a jumping cow with a quilted saddle, a cat playing a fiddle, a dog, and a personified dish running with a spoon. The base is inscribed with the title of the piece. The underside is marked with the Jim Shore Heartwood Creek logo, item number, copyright date of 2006, and licensing for Enesco Group, Inc. An original paper hangtag is attached. The second figurine is titled Lulu, item number V4004849, and depicts a stylized poodle. The dog is decorated with pink and purple floral and scrollwork patterns on a cream body and stands on a rectangular base with red, green, and yellow geometric motifs. The underside bears the Jim Shore Heartwood Creek logo, item number, title Lulu, copyright date of 2005, and Enesco licensing information.
Lot: 604 - Pair Old Paris Style Hand-Painted Porc. Vases
A pair of porcelain vases in the Rococo Revival style, characteristic of 19th-century Old Paris (Vieux Paris) porcelain. Each vase features a flared, scalloped rim and integral side handles composed of ornate, asymmetrical scrollwork resembling stylized leaves or wings. The front of each body is decorated with a hand-painted floral motif, centered by a large pink rose against a pale peach or buff-colored reserve. The surrounding molded elements are accented with lavender and pink hues, complemented by extensive gold gilt trim throughout. The reverse of each piece is finished in a plain white glaze. The vases are supported by scrolled, footed bases with gilt accents. No maker marks are visible on the exterior or reverse of either piece. A paper inventory sticker marked 604 is present on the reverse of one vase.
Lot: 605 - Doulton Burslem Floral Chintz Washstand Set
This ceramic washstand set includes a cylindrical slop jar with a recessed vented lid and a large circular wash basin. Both pieces are made of glazed earthenware and feature a blue transfer-printed floral chintz background. This ground is decorated with polychrome floral bouquets of pink roses and garden flowers. The rims of both vessels and the lid are highlighted with hand-painted iron red lines. The underside of the basin displays a blue printed manufacturer mark for Doulton Burslem with a crown above a circular emblem and the word ENGLAND. It also carries the registration number Rd No 374874 and a hand-painted pattern number D3641 in red.
Lot: 606 - EAPG Pleasant Labor Tray & Assorted Glassware
An assortment of ten decorative glass items comprising various forms and patterns. The collection includes a large circular handled serving tray in clear pressed glass, featuring an intaglio grape cluster center and an embossed motto on the wide rim reading IT IS PLEASANT TO LABOR FOR THOSE WE LOVE, a design attributed to Bryce Brothers and characteristic of late 19th-century Early American Pattern Glass (EAPG). Also present is a rectangular footed clear glass dish with radial pleating and an applied silver-toned metal rim featuring a Greek key pattern. The lot contains a tall, fluted amethyst-tinted vase with a scalloped rim and a hexagonal foot. Additional items include two matching clear glass creamers with quilted texturing and scalloped rims, four matching clear glass salt cellars with a diamond-cut pattern, and a single glass chamberstick with a hexagonal base and an integrated ring handle. Small adhesive labels with numbers 606 and 909 are attached to some pieces.
Lot: 607 - Vtg Nippon Porc. & Commemorative Ceramics
An assortment of early to mid-20th century ceramic decorative and utility items. The collection features a matching porcelain lidded sugar bowl and creamer set. These pieces are decorated with hand-painted yellow rose motifs set against vertical peach-colored panels and blue accents, finished with gilt-painted handles and rims. The underside of both pieces bears the Morimura Brothers mark, consisting of a green wreath enclosing a capital letter M, with the words Hand Painted and NIPPON. Also included is a porcelain commemorative mug produced for the 1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. It displays a transfer-printed portrait of the monarch within a formal heraldic border and is marked Made in England on the base. A second porcelain mug features a flared rim and tiered pedestal base, decorated with a colorful floral spray and marked with a brown G.Y. stamp on the bottom. The group is completed by several small porcelain wares: a square-bodied hatpin holder with a perforated top and hand-painted roses on an orange-to-white shaded ground; a pair of hexagonal salt and pepper shakers with a geometric cloisonne-style pattern; a single shaker with a pink floral garland; and a miniature porcelain souvenir vessel with black script lettering.
Lot: 608 - 13 Homer Laughlin Style Cobalt Blue Tableware
This collection of thirteen cobalt blue glazed earthenware tableware pieces is designed in the style of the Fiesta line by Homer Laughlin China Co. The grouping includes four dinner plates with ringed rims, two side plates, one pedestal gravy boat with an integrated handle and flared spout, one tapered tumbler with horizontal ribbing, and five spherical salt and pepper shakers on pedestal bases. Each piece features a solid-color glaze over a molded body decorated with a pattern of concentric rings. No maker's marks or factory stamps were discernible on the unglazed footrings during visual inspection.
Lot: 609 - 7 Homer Laughlin Fiesta Style Ceramic Tableware
This collection consists of seven glazed ceramic pieces featuring vibrant monochromatic glazes and molded concentric ring decoration. The set includes one large pitcher in a turquoise glaze, characterized by a pedestal base, a large loop handle, and a spout with an integrated ice lip. The body is decorated with three sets of rings near the rim and additional rings at the base. The remaining pieces are finished in a bright yellow glaze, comprising two large dinner plates, two medium plates, one small bowl with a flared rim, and one spherical shaker on a flared pedestal base. These items are designed in the Art Deco style characteristic of mid-century American dinnerware, specifically resembling the Fiesta line produced by the Homer Laughlin China Company. No manufacturer marks or backstamps are visible in the provided images.
Lot: 610 - Set 9 Homer Laughlin Fiestaware Ceramic Tableware
This collection comprises nine pieces of genuine Fiesta glazed semi-vitreous earthenware produced by the Homer Laughlin China Company in the United States. Characterized by an Art Deco aesthetic, the pieces feature solid-color glazes and distinctive concentric ring decoration. The assortment includes one large green dinner plate, four green saucers, one chartreuse saucer, one turquoise saucer, one grey saucer, and one persimmon footed creamer. At least one green piece bears a backstamp on the underside with the word GENUINE above fiesta in lowercase script and the letters H-L-C USA below, identifying it as vintage production.
Lot: 611 - Taylor, Smith & Taylor Lu-Ray Pastels Dinnerware
This is an extensive collection of semi-vitreous earthenware dinnerware from the Lu-Ray Pastels line, manufactured by Taylor, Smith & Taylor (T. S. & T.) of East Liverpool, Ohio. The assortment includes a variety of forms such as a lidded sugar bowl, a creamer, mugs, numerous plates in varying sizes, a large platter, and multiple stacks of saucers. The pieces are decorated with a series of concentric rings around the rims. The collection features several solid glaze colors including Windsor Blue, Sharon Pink, Persian Cream, Surf Green, and Chatham Gray, as well as darker shades of blue and turquoise. A clear backstamp is present on the underside of several pieces, featuring a script L followed by u-RAY, the word PASTELS, the manufacturer initials T. S. & T., U. S. A., and the date code 8 48, indicating production in August 1948.
Lot: 612 - Attrib. Dithridge & Co. Milk Glass Chamberstick
This late 19th or early 20th-century handled chamber candlestick, often referred to as a napper, is attributed to Dithridge and Company. The piece is constructed from opaque white pressed milk glass. It features a conical body with vertical ribbing that terminates in a flared, scalloped rim. A distinctive rope-twist handle is attached to the side. The base is accented with a wide, relief-molded border containing scrolls, beads, and cross-hatched lattice panels. A brown or bronze-toned surface wash was applied to the molded details to simulate patinated metal. No maker marks, factory stamps, or signatures are visible on the object. A small white adhesive label with the handwritten inventory number 612 is present on the side.
Lot: 613 - 13 Japanese Geisha Girl Porc. & Earthenware
A collection of thirteen Japanese Geisha Girl pattern ceramics manufactured for the export market. The assortment is composed of porcelain and fine earthenware forms, including a creamer with a matching saucer, a miniature tripod teapot, two lidded tripod incense burners (koro) featuring shishi lion-dog finials, two globe-shaped shakers, a miniature vase on a fixed black pedestal, three small bowls of various shapes, and two additional small saucers. The items are decorated with hand-painted overglaze polychrome enamels. Several pieces, notably the lidded vessels and teapot, feature raised moriage enamel details and gold gilding. Decorative motifs include traditional scenes of geishas and figures within garden landscapes featuring pagodas, bridges, and cherry blossoms. The undersides of several pieces bear red stamps, including JAPAN and MADE IN JAPAN marks, with some arranged in a circular format around a central six-petaled flower symbol.
Lot: 614 - Vtg Porc. & Ceramic Figurines & Miniatures
An assortment of decorative figurines and miniatures crafted from glazed porcelain and bisque ceramic. The collection features several character studies including a tall woman in eighteenth-century style floral attire with gilt ruffles, a seated man playing a flute, and two polychrome painted bisque figures of young boys, one with a violin and dog. A large carriage-form planter in white glazed porcelain with a woman playing a lute and applied floral details is included, alongside a figure of a girl with a large woven basket-form planter. The lot further contains various animal and whimsical miniatures such as a kitten in a shoe vessel, a small bulldog, a fairytale house structure, a shell-back armchair, and a trio of miniature vessels including a bud vase, teapot, and pitcher, all featuring high-relief applied roses and gold-toned accents. These pieces exhibit the varied styles characteristic of mid-twentieth-century decorative exports, often resembling pieces from the Occupied Japan era or generic European porcelain. No maker's marks were observed on the visible surfaces. Average heights range from approximately 1.5 to 8 inches.
Lot: 615 - Mid-C. Lofton China Bank & 2 Sailboat Ashtrays
This lot features a mid-century Lofton China Pin Money coin bank and a matching pair of sailboat-themed ashtrays. The coin bank is modeled in the form of a frame-top lady's handbag with a pink glazed finish. It is decorated with applied three-dimensional ceramic flowers in pink and white, hand-painted gray pin motifs, and the words Pin Money lettered in gold on the front. The piece includes a coin slot at the top and a circular access hole on the underside. The base displays an orange backstamp featuring a crown with the text Lofton China and Hand Painted. The accompanying pair of matching white glazed ceramic ashtrays each depict a three-dimensional sailboat set upon a rectangular base with two cigarette rests. Hand-applied gilt accents highlight the sails, hulls, and base rims. The underside of at least one ashtray bears a red circular mark with a central cross-in-circle symbol and the text MADE IN JAPAN.
Lot: 616 - Frankoma & Delft Ceramic & Porc. Vases
An assortment of ceramic and porcelain miniature and small vases of varying styles and origins. Included is a cobalt blue porcelain amphora style vase decorated with hand painted cherry blossoms in white and pink featuring raised moriage style enamel dots and gilt highlights on the rim and handles. A Frankoma art pottery vase of ovoid form features a speckled light green matte glaze over a reddish brown clay body with a brown drip style glaze at the base and rim. This piece is incised on the base with the mark Frankoma and the number 29, with a handwritten 24 in black marker. Slender necked vases feature relief molded blossoming branches against yellow and green grounds respectively and are both marked China on the underside in raised lettering. A Delft miniature barrel shaped vase features a hand painted blue landscape with a windmill on a white ground and is stamped in black on the base Delft Hand painted Made in Holland.
Lot: 617 - Edge Malkin & Sturbridge English & German Ceramics
This collection includes several ceramic items of English and German origin. One circular earthenware plate by Edge, Malkin and Co. of Burslem, Staffordshire, features the Tonquin pattern in a black transfer-printed Aesthetic Movement design depicting bamboo stalks, birds in flight, and a sailboat. The reverse bears a manufacturer backstamp with a seated greyhound, the pattern name, and a Victorian registration diamond indicating the design was registered on January 2, 1883. A German porcelain chocolate pot with a matching lid is octagonal in form and decorated with transfer-printed lily of the valley sprigs and an iridescent luster glaze at the rim and foot. The base is marked with an orange Germany 13 stamp and an incised number 1308. A small fine bone china bud vase by the Sturbridge China Company of Staffordshire features a flared shape with a scalloped, gilt-trimmed rim and is decorated with floral sprigs, a butterfly, and a ladybug. Its base displays a black factory mark with a crown and a stylized bunch of grapes. The group also contains a small yellow glazed earthenware pitcher with a molded, swirled body.
Lot: 618 - Pair Vtg Italian Style Ceramic Fruit Topiaries
This lot features two decorative glazed earthenware fruit ornaments of varying styles. The first item is a polychrome majolica-style ceramic fruit urn. It is designed as a classical footed urn with a gadrooned body set upon a square plinth base. The top of the urn displays a molded mound of various fruits, including grapes and citrus, interspersed with foliage. It is finished in a high-gloss, mottled glaze with amber-yellow and deep forest green tones. The second item is a monochrome cream-glazed fruit topiary. This piece is formed as a tall, conical tiered arrangement of citrus fruit resting on a fluted, circular pedestal base with a scalloped rim. It is coated in a monochrome cream glaze with a semi-matte finish, featuring darker pigment in the molded recesses to provide a distressed or antiqued appearance. Neither object displays visible maker marks, backstamps, or factory signatures. Both pieces are characteristic of mid-to-late 20th-century decorative ceramics produced in the style of Italian or Portuguese imports.
Lot: 619 - Lingnan School Chinese Goldfish Folding Fan, 1986
This Chinese folding fan features a watercolor and ink painting on a paper leaf, depicting four goldfish swimming among green aquatic foliage and small yellow blossoms. The artwork is executed in a style characteristic of the Lingnan school, employing soft watercolor washes and calligraphic ink details to define the fish and plants. An ink inscription on the left side of the leaf reads ?? (Summer Rest), followed by ??? (86 Year, referring to 1986) and ???? (Painted in Lingnan). The leaf is mounted on a bamboo frame consisting of eighteen internal ribs and two outer guard sticks. One guard stick bears a small paper label with the printed text ????????? and MADE IN THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
Lot: 620 - Set 6 Footed Ceramic Bowls w/ Floral Transfer
This set of six footed ceramic bowls is constructed from an off-white earthenware or semi-porcelain. Each bowl features a tapered form supported by a short pedestal foot. The exterior of each vessel is adorned with a single floral transfer-printed motif composed of a central pink blossom, a secondary yellow and white flower, and sprigs of purple blossoms among green leaves. The interiors are finished with a plain, clear glossy glaze. An impressed circular mark is located on the base of each bowl, but the characters are illegible, precluding a definitive attribution to a specific maker. The pattern and form are consistent with mid-20th-century utility wares, often identified in similar contexts as French-style latte bowls or the Golesorkhi pattern.
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