Alderfer Auction

Our Fine Art Auction has expanded to a 2-day event being held Thursday, December 7th and Friday, December 8th at 10:00 AM. Day 1 features a diverse selection of paintings, prints, and sculptures from renowned artists. One highlight is an exceptional oil on canvas by Pennsylvania Impressionist Edward Willis Redfield, an atmospheric winter landscape with a woman and child in a red hat returning home. Redfield's fluid brushwork masterfully renders the dappled light filtering through bare trees. Other top lots include an oil on board Gloucester Harbor scene by George William Sotter, a follower of Childe Hassam. Sotter's American Impressionist view displays his adept handling of color and light. A Native American scene by Eanger Irving Couse. Modern works include a large, vibrant oil painting titled "The Circus is in Town" by Belgian artist Paulette Van Roekens, which retains its original exhibition label from Phillips Mill and period frame by Arthur Meltzer. Meltzer himself is represented by a snowy landscape titled "Hillside with Beeches". Several paintings by renowned New Hope Impressionist Walter Emerson Baum are featured, including the church landscape "Lehigh Landscape", a cabin scene titled "Cabin and Waterfalls", and intimate pochade oils capturing the Pennsylvania countryside. The sculpture highlights are glamorous limited edition Art Deco bronzes by Romain Erte depicting elegant female forms. Each sleek bronze is numbered and signed by the artist. Other top lots range from a portrait by Colin Campbell Cooper, 19th century portraits by Platt Ryder and John Donaghy to Pennsylvania landscapes by Christopher Willett. Works by early female artists include two coastal village oils by British painter Lilian Montague displaying her adept handling of architectural subjects. Local painter Violet Oakley is represented by a vibrant pastel landscape titled "Purple and Gold on Bridge." Additional offerings include Oriental rugs and antique furniture. With so many quality lots spanning many collecting categories, this auction presents an exciting opportunity to acquire fine art, antiques and design.

The jewelry section of the auction spans a wide range of fine pieces in 14k and 18k gold. The highlights include a modern 14k white and yellow gold ring showcasing a large 4.37 carat round brilliant diamond complemented by over 1 carat of tapered baguette diamonds, a Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Sapphire Necklace, as well as an elegant early 20th century 18k gold Hamilton pocket watch. Additional jewelry features Victorian era rings, Art Deco inspired platinum diamond rings, bold gemstone cocktail rings, elaborate bracelets and brooches accented in diamonds, glittering diamond earrings, and gold charms. Global influences also emerge among the jewelry through a jade ring and a boulder opal pin set in 14k gold. From period pieces to contemporary designs, the sale brings together a diverse ensemble of gold jewelry and timepieces totaling over 50 lots. The silver offerings demonstrate American craftsmanship through the centuries, from 18th century and 19th century coin silver flatware by makers like Storm and Wilson, Bailey and Kitchen, and Robert and William Wilson, to intricate 19th century repousse decoration on serving pieces by S. Kirk and Son, and handcrafted pieces by George W. Shiebler. Moving into the 20th century, the auction will feature substantial matched sterling silver flatware services by noted manufacturers Gorham, Towle, and Watson, offered in elegant patterns like French Provincial and Craftsman, as well as American sterling tablewares and decorative pieces including pieces by Tiffany & Co. Global influences come by way of Russian cloisonne by Mariia Vasilbevna Semenova, Saad of Egypt silver tureens and ewers, and an enameled cigarette case by Ferdinand von Reznicek, rounding out over 60 total lots of fine sterling silver hollowware and serving items to be sold, including goblets, plates, and trays.

This diverse auction features over 375 lots of coins, currency, medals and exonumia spanning American history as well as foreign items. Early American coins include half cents from 1803 to 1850, large cents from 1797 to 1857, and early small cents like Flying Eagle and Indian Head types. One key rarity is an 1808 half cent graded Very Fine with an inverted reverse. Mid-19th century classics offered include Liberty Seated coinage like an 1843 Seated dollar graded Very Fine and an 1858-O Seated half in Very Good. Late 19th century highlights include 1897-S, 1898-O and 1904-O Barber halves along with an 1893-O Morgan silver dollar in Fine. The auction has a nice selection of early 20th century gold with a 1915 Indian Head $5 graded AU and 1910-D Saint Gaudens double eagle graded BU. An MS64 1928 Saint highlights modern classic gold. Featured classic commemoratives include a 1918 Illinois and 1934 Texas half dollar, both BU. Modern commemoratives like a 1992 Columbus Quincentenary set with clad, silver and gold coins are also included. Numerous mint and proof sets from the 1950s to 1990s provide collectible examples of modern U.S. coinage. These include proof specimens like a PR65 1964 Accented Hair Kennedy half along with mint state gems like an MS64 1904-O Morgan. The sale has currency and paper money as well. Obsolete bank notes, Confederate money and large size silver certificates from the early 20th century are up for grabs. Modern small size notes include Hawaiian emergency issues from 1935. There are also Colonial notes like 1777 $3 printed by John Dunlap along with various fractional currency. Foreign coins and exonumia are also well represented. Medals, tokens, Love tokens and counter stamped or hand-engraved coins provide extra collectability. There is ancient coinage along with hammered silver as well. More modern world coins and sets provide international interest and appeal. With such a vast array of coins, currency, medals and exonumia, this auction promises something for just about every numismatist and collector.

This online only auction features a wide selection of fine jewelry and watches including vintage and modern pieces from sought-after brands. Browse an array of pendants, earrings, rings, necklaces and bracelets in 10K, 14K, and 18K gold featuring diamonds, gemstones, and pearls. Gold jewelry highlights include diamond rings with central stones up to 9.2 carats, ruby and diamond earrings and rings, and pearl accented gold necklaces and pins. Modern designers showcased include Tiffany & Co. sterling silver like an apple tag keyring, Heidi Daus costume jewelry with Swarovski crystals, and Lagos caviar bracelets with 18K gold accents. Vintage finds include a rare 1914 brass box gifted from British Princess Mary to WWII soldiers and early 1900s silver items like a heavy cuff bracelet engraved "Solid Silver Garden of the Gods Colorado" and Mexican sterling silver earrings and pendants accented with turquoise, amythest, and citrine stones. There are also watches from mid-century brands like Longines and Bulova with diamond and gold accents on bands and faces. The wide variety of fine jewelry and timepieces from all eras allow you to find your signature statement piece!

This train auction features a wide selection of G gauge LGB trains including sought-after limited edition steam locomotives and diesel engines. Highlights include the LGB Golden Spike 150th Anniversary set #1, limited to only 299 pieces, consisting of two highly detailed steam engines - the Union Pacific 119 locomotive and Central Pacific Jupiter locomotive - that commemorate the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad. Only 29 out of 500 of the beautiful wooden boxed D&RG K-28 #20831 steam locomotive are being offered. Another rare find is the wooden boxed LGB/Aster Hudson 4-6-4 steam locomotive #186 out of 600 made. Five more LGB/Aster engine sets come with decorative wooden display cases showcasing stunning paint and detailing. Workhorse LGB steam locomotives offered are the Sumpter Valley Mallet 2-6-6-2, Mikado 2-8-2, Pennsylvania 2-6-0, and Geared Steam Engine. Diesel power is on hand too - several F7 A/B Santa Fe diesel sets, an LGB F7B Pennsylvania unit, and other roadnames. Modern motive power comes from a crocodile red RhB Ge 4/4 electric and an LGB railroads workhorse track cleaning diesel. A live steam 0-6-0 Aster Frank rounds out the selection. The auction has something for everyone - passenger sets, freight cars, advertising cars, beer cars, track and accessories, buildings, rail vehicles, ephemera, transformers, controllers, steam whistles, layout details like figures and lights - even some micro trains and a shining brass switch lamp. With many one of a kind lots, this is a rare opportunity to obtain some unique LGB trains and accessories. Bid high and bid often to take home these treasures before they disappear down the tracks!

This discovery art auction features a wide variety of artworks spanning different mediums, styles and time periods. Highlights include two signed lithographs by renowned Native American artist Bev Doolittle, including her popular print "A Prayer for Wild Things" numbered 28023 out of 65,000. Other featured prints include two monographs by Gerry Seltzer, titled "Autumn Flames" and "Summer Storm", as well as works by less widely collected artists like Ira Moskowitz, Terauci Fukutarp, Ernest Versupuy and more. Oil paintings range from an unsigned work after Giulio Romano's "Madonna and Child with a Cat" to a large and bright still life of sunflowers surrounding two doves and a figure by an unnamed artist. Landscapes vary from an industrial river scene signed Wahlberg to a coastal town vista signed Regier. Portraiture is also represented, with fantasy portraits including an owl perched on a man's shoulder as well as more traditional portraits of women. Watercolors highlight the work of Gail Bracegirdle with abstract floral compositions. Also featured are atmospheric watercolors of barns and covered bridges by Earl Handy. Other watercolors include an elder man smoking a pipe by Terauci Fukutarp and a seascape with crashing waves signed Cyrardes. Sue Goldstein Elkins is represented with two figural engravings in small editions, while the work of Mildred Barrett includes lithographs focused on family and summertime subjects as well as one large color print titled "Swing Set". A rolled set of two family-themed lithographs offers buyers a more affordable way to purchase the artist's work. Several decorative lots speak to collector's varied tastes, like a pair of Chinese pith paintings of scholars, an antique print of a clergyman by Jehan Georges Vibert, and even a folky painting simply signed "Belgium-Ardennes" depicting a rooster. Unframed works provide an accessible entry point for new buyers alongside mid-century, old master and 19th century selections.

This online home decor auction features a variety of antique and vintage lighting, art, collectibles, and tableware. Mid-century modern highlights include ornate lamps, a safari-style table lamp, crystal chandeliers, and a bird motif wood and glass chandelier. Vintage cameras, games, toys, and lunchboxes are available from top brands like Polaroid, Nintendo, Mattel Barbie, Star Wars, and Hallmark. The auction also offers antique oyster plates, stoneware crocks, and Christmas decorations. Fine china, silver, and glassware brands featured include Tiffany & Co., Lenox, Royal Doulton, Spode, and Waterford. Train enthusiasts will find Lionel, American Flyer, and Bachmann locomotives, rail cars, and accessories. With such a wide selection, this auction is a prime opportunity for collectors and decorators alike to bid on rare vintage finds across many categories.