Past Auctions

Vintage lady head vases and wall pockets were once all the rage from the late 1940’s into the 1970’s. They were used by florists for their smaller arrangements. Eventually, they went out of style and this product either sat back on florist stock shelves or went directly into the cupboards of those who received the vases full of flowers. Then, one day, these kitsch Mid-Century beauties began appearing on collectors' radar. Collectors search high and low for lady head vases and wall pockets. These ceramic imports were manufactured both Japan and the United States. Popular brands include Lefton, Trimont, Rubens, Enesco, Ucagco, Relpo, Stanford Pottery, Napco, Royal Copley, Hull Pottery, McCoy Pottery and more. Today, these vases and wall pockets are back in fashion for many collectors interested in MCM wares. There is something for everyone in this Lady Head Vases sale, with over 600 vases to choose from.

This Discovery Art Auction features a curated selection of artwork spanning contemporary and traditional styles across multiple mediums. Highlights include several works by renowned wildlife artist Charley Harper, whose modernist prints showcase his distinctive geometric approach to natural subjects. The sale presents an exceptional group of pieces by Louis Tavelli, representing his various artistic series including "Abstract Landscape" and "Groups." Philadelphia sculptor Philip Paul contributes four carved limestone works, including Judaica-themed pieces that reflect his recognition by the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. The collection encompasses American and European artists, with works ranging from 19th-century Dutch School paintings to contemporary folk art by Donna Lacey-Derstine. Notable inclusions feature watercolors by established artists like Mary Whyte and Mitchell Jamieson, alongside oils by Gary MacWilliams depicting Pennsylvania landscapes. International artists Antoni Clave and Hans Erni add European modernist perspectives. The diverse collection offers paintings, watercolors, prints, and sculptures suitable for various collecting interests and budgets.  

The auction offers a diverse range of items such as photographs, ephemera and historical documents and correspondence. Collectors will find stamp albums with Worldwide Stamps, Postal Commemorative Society Stamp Collections, First Day Cover Albums, and Postal Commemorative Society coins and stamps. Decorative pieces include Gorham Rose-Themed plates, Lenox Christmas Collector plates, Boehm Porcelain Rose-Themed plates, and Franklin Mint floral plates. Other featured products are Franklin Mint pewter figurines, Franklin Mint Commemorative medals, advertising signs, American Baseball advertising signs, studio pottery tableware, vintage table lamp, Lenox porcelain and more. This auction covers a wide array of philatelic, commemorative and household items.

Attention keyboardists, organists, guitarists and percussionists. Alderfer Auction is pleased to offer a Musical Instrument auction with variety, rarity and quality. Keyboards and MIDI controllers from makers such as Roland, Nord, Yamaha and Kurzweil. Hammond organs and Leslie speaker combos with parts and accessories. You will also find a wide variety of guitars, basses and amplifiers from Fender, Gibson, Epiphone, Ibanez, Airline, Favilla, Kay, Harmony, BC Rich, and Schecter. Artist-signed guitars by Dean. A wide variety of percussion including drum kits, individual drums, cymbals and hardware. Also included are band instruments, audio components and more.

This multifaceted auction includes items spanning ephemera, sports memorabilia, coins, decorative arts, and more. Notable offerings include stereoscopes, photo albums, and daguerreotypes, alongside groupings of vintage die-cuts, tobacco labels, and photographic cards. Sports lots feature Yankees memorabilia, NFL Jets apparel, and multiple assortments of trading cards. Coin and medal groupings from the Franklin Mint appear throughout, joined by commemorative stamps, postal sheets, and mixed philatelic collections. Collectible items include designer accessories, porcelain eggs, bird figurines, and rose-themed tableware appear in several dedicated lots. Additional highlights include Meso-American Pottery, Western and folding knives, magnifiers with lion figures, a David Lewin vase, and a silver-plated tea set. The auction reflects a wide range of collecting areas with consistent variety across the catalog.

This auction features a diverse selection of jewelry with artisan, vintage, and global influences. Highlights include a 14k yellow gold ring set with diamonds, emeralds, and rubies, and a hand-carved wood and beaded pendant necklace. Artist-signed pieces by Mary and Doug Hancock are represented with necklaces and earrings in silver and bronze. Sterling silver appears prominently, including turquoise-set rings, a Taxco brooch, and Native American and Mexican examples. Beaded pieces range from a 10-strand turquoise and coral necklace to a lapis chip necklace with sterling beads. International styles include an Indian silver torque necklace and a Peruvian cuff bracelet. Group lots of vintage costume jewelry, cloisonné, and stone necklaces round out the sale.