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Discovery Art | June 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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This auction features a varied selection of artwork including original paintings, prints, and works on paper. Highlights include a Lucite piece by Pablo Picasso and woodblock prints by David Fertig. Other named artists include Josef Lauer, Charles Blondin, John Sloan, Kiyoshi Saito, LeRoy Neiman, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Michael Bartmann. Media across the sale include oils on canvas and board, woodblocks, linocuts, lithographs, and charcoal drawings. Notable subjects include a Florence cityscape, still lifes, and portrait busts. Watercolors are featured throughout, with several works signed “Hill,” “Mahr,” or “Goody.” Additional entries include mixed media, stone rubbings, and a Russian icon. The catalog represents 19th through 21st-century works from artists across Europe, America, and Asia.

Furniture | June 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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This furniture auction includes traditional American forms across seating, tables and storage. Notable pieces include a pair of Leathercraft leather armchairs,  stools by Karges Furniture Company, a Hancock & Moore chair and ottoman, and a folding chair attributed to George Hunzinger. Tables range from a Queen Anne swing-leg drop-leaf table and nesting tables. Storage items include a lighted display cabinet with mirrored back, a dovetailed painted chest with hinged door, a slant top schoolmaster desk, a blanket chest, a two-piece cupboard with gallery and shelves, and Persian and oriental rugs.

Firearm Accessories, Ammunition, Sporting, and Military | June 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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    Our firearm event continues this evening with a sale of diverse accessories and ammunition, spanning sporting and military applications.   Ammunition offerings include a wide range of handgun, shotgun, rifle, and military calibers, such as 12ga, 16ga, .223, 5.56, .308 Win, .454 Casull, 9mm, Creedmoor, .30 Carbine, .44-40, .32-20, and many others.   The sporting category features an extensive assortment of pistol and rifle magazines, knives, crossbows, and firearm/outdoor books. Bidders can also find a varied selection of air/BB guns, including vintage Daisys, reloading supplies (bullets, brass, equipment), and taxidermy. Fly fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the highlight of like-new rods and reels from Orvis, Sage, Redington, and Cabela's, along with Orvis clothing and tackle management.   The military section presents large caliber shell casings and dummy rounds, German memorabilia, Japanese swords, helmets, and more.

    Firearms | June 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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      Alderfer Auction is launching its summer season with a significant firearms auction featuring a diverse collection. Highlights include revolvers from Colt and Smith & Wesson, semi-automatic pistols from Kimber and Sig Sauer, and shotguns from Browning, Remington, and Winchester. The auction presents a notable selection of double-barrel and over-under shotguns, rifles from various esteemed manufacturers, a range of military arms, and antique firearms such as Pennsylvania Long Rifles and a Colt 1849 Pocket. Also offered will be an antique Persian Presentation Rat Tail Miquelet Pistol. This unique piece shows gray/brown patina on highly decorated barrel, very ornate one piece metal stock. Muzzle wrap tests for silver, under side of wrist is marked in script on 2 panels WILLIAM LIPPINCOTT HANAWAY JR. in 1 panel and SEPT 24, 1929 in the other.

      Estate Sale | Upper Black Eddy, PA | June 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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      The Upper Black Eddy auction presents a robust and diverse catalog, featuring a significant collection of high-quality machinery and industrial equipment. A prominent highlight is the extensive woodshop section, offering professional-grade tools designed for precision and productivity. Bidders will find top-tier items such as Felder KF 700 S panel saws and shapers, Felder AD6-41 planers, and heavy-duty Rockwell Delta band saws, all built for demanding tasks. The auction also includes essential support equipment like powerful SPEEDAIRE Cast Iron Series air compressors, noted for their high capacity and durable construction. Descriptions frequently emphasize robust build quality, integrated features, and professional applications. This catalog provides an excellent opportunity for workshops, industrial operations, and serious hobbyists to acquire reliable, high-performance machinery.

      Home & Decor | June 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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        This auction features a varied selection of antiques and collectibles with strong offerings in glass and pottery, books and ephemera, and silver and metalware. Glass and ceramic lots include Galle-style art glass, Lenox bone china in several patterns, and Williamsburg Wedgwood Potpourri dinnerware. Notable ephemera includes Victorian photo albums, World’s Fair postcards, and vintage books by Edgar Allan Poe and Ayn Rand. Children’s books and postcard assortments round out the paper category. The metalware selection includes a Heintz sterling-on-bronze vase, Tiffany & Co. sterling cup, and numerous brass, copper, and silverplate items such as candlesticks and kitchenware. Decorative commemoratives related to the British royal family and Franklin Mint medals add historical interest. Additional offerings include dollhouse furniture, stereo equipment, and vintage tools and signage, providing a wide array of collectible categories.

        Vehicles and Cycles | June 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM

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          Our June auction includes a 1967 Austin Healy Sprite, 1978 Yamaha Motorcycle, 1989 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit, 1998 Honda PC800 Motorcycle, 2001 BMW Z3, 2005 BMW R1200RT Motorcycle, 2007 Kawasaki Motorcycle, 2012 BMW X5, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman S, 2015 Volkswagen Jetta TDI SEL, 2015 BMW 328XI, 2016 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T SE, 2019 Toyota Camry SE, 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander, 2022 Ford E-Series E-350 SD, Hyster 50 Forklift and Electric Scooters. *This is an 'Unreserved' auction: All vehicles and cycles will sell to the highest bidder.*

          Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern | June 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM

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            This auction presents a diverse array of categories including jewelry, silver, furniture, fine art, and Asian antiques. Jewelry features brands like Roberto Coin and Van Cleef & Arpels, with 18k gold and mother-of-pearl designs. Silver offerings include American sterling flatware sets from Wallace, Gorham, and Stieff. Fine art highlights include Edward Willis Redfield, John Singer Sargent, Alice Baber, Walter E. Baum, Violer Oakley, John E. Berninger, Anton Otto Fischer and John Berninger. Asian-inspired decorative arts include a Robert Linzeler for Cartier Japonisme vase and two late 19th-century German painted porcelain plaques by KPM and Hutschenreuther. Our mid-century and post-modern offerings feature a Murray Gayman credenza in the Manner of Paul Evans, Paul McCobb for Winchendon Planner Group furniture, Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, and a Maurice Villency bedroom suite. Decorative offerings consist of a Pablo Picasso Madoura plate, a Russel Wright for Bartlett-Collins Asterisk Barware set, and a Keith Harring signed t-shirt. Artwork by Louis Tavelli, sculptures by Phillip Paul and a sonambient by Val Bertoia.

            Estate Sale | New Hope, PA | June 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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            This auction features decorative and functional furnishings including garden pieces, seating, tables, sculpture, and storage. Garden highlights include an aluminum 3-tier fountain, cast iron urns with decorative bases, and aluminum urns with swan motifs. Seating examples range from a white cast iron grapevine bench and chairs to wooden folding chairs and wrought iron patio armchairs. Tables include a brass and wood end table, a scrolled metal console table with glass top, and ceramic-tiled plant stands. Additional items include concrete busts on plinths, a carved wooden figural stand, and a metal heron garden statue. Storage pieces include a wooden corner cabinet, a wrought iron baker’s rack, and a vintage glass-shelved étagère. Lighting offerings include wrought iron candleholders and a glass and metal lantern. A carved wood mirror also appears in the sale. Materials across the catalog include cast and wrought iron, aluminum, wood, marble, and glass, supporting a range of uses in both indoor and garden environments.

            Estate Sale | North Wales, PA | June 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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            Featured in this auction are standout pieces from Gravely, including a Model LI Tractor and multiple attachments—rotary tillers, snow blowers, disc plows, and more—perfect for collectors or working farms. Additional highlights include a trailer dolly with seat, metal lawn rollers, and a red metal hay rake. The catalog also includes rustic furniture, framed art, barn décor, and handcrafted items bearing Florence Prince Ewing adding aesthetic and collectible appeal. With over 100 lots, this auction offers high-value tools, farm equipment, and Americana collectibles. Ideal for hobby farmers, restorers, or anyone seeking authentic rural décor.

            Alderfer Auction at the Eagle Show at Oaks, PA | Greater Phila Expo Center | June 6, 7 & 8

            Accepting Firearm Consignments At This Show
            Visit us in Hall A at the Eagle Show at Oaks, PA at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, being held from Friday, June 6th through Sunday, June 8th. Come meet our Firearms Team and browse items being sold in our June 17th auction. **We are accepting firearm consignments at this show.**. Missing this show but have firearms to sell? We are accepting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates. Contact us at firearms@alderferauction.com or call us at 215-393-3000. 

            Estate Sale | Wayne, PA | June 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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            In this Wayne estate auction, Alderfer's is selling items from the collection of Dr. William L., Jr. and Lorraine Hanaway out of their home of over 50 years. A distinguished scholar of ancient Persian language, literature, and culture, Dr. Hanaway was a longtime professor at the University of Pennsylvania. During Bill’s career, they lived at various times in Iran, England and Italy. In addition, Bill traveled extensively in Iran, Afghanistan and around the Middle East.   Bill and Lorraine shared a love of New York City, and of books, walking, opera, world travel, and the outdoors.  This estate auction highlights two main collecting areas: Furniture and Ceramics. The furniture selection includes carved wood pieces such as a credenza with floral panels, a pair of tilt-top tables by OneidaCraft, and a marble top cabinet with brass pulls and interior storage. The ceramics category features Japanese and English porcelain, including a floral tea set, a Johnson Bros dinnerware group, and various blue-and-white and floral-patterned serving pieces. Additional offerings span a range of decorative and historical items, including a gilded wall mirror, a red upholstered armchair with rope-twist detailing, and a framed Metropolitan Opera display with a 1940 playbill and Kirsten Flagstad signature. The auction reflects a tastefully curated household with an emphasis on traditional furnishings, global tablewares, and cultural memorabilia.

            Doylestown Exhibition | Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern | June 4, 2025 from 2 - 6 PM

            You are invited to a preview exhibition at Alderfer Auction in Doylestown on Wednesday, June 4th, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This preview will feature selected lots from our upcoming Fine Arts and Mid-Century Modern auction, taking place on Wednesday, June 12th. Attendees will have the opportunity to view a range of fine silver, jewelry, and notable works of art. Highlights include paintings by Edward Redfield, John Singer Sargent, and Alice Baber. This event offers a chance to examine the craftsmanship and quality of these items before the auction. We hope you can join us. Note: This is not a full preview - please visit our website to view all available lots.   

            Pop Culture | June 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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              This pop culture auction features key categories including video games, comics, Magic: The Gathering, records, skateboards, and arcade items. Retro gaming consoles include NES, Super NES, Nintendo 64, and Sega Genesis systems. Comic book offerings span Marvel and DC titles such as X-Men, Batman, and Spider-Man, with group lots from the Bronze and Modern Ages. Magic: The Gathering cards include bulk lots and various decks. The vinyl record section covers classic rock and pop albums from artists like The Beatles and Pink Floyd. Vintage snowboard and longboard skateboard lots showcase vintage and branded decks from Sims, LibTech, Logan Earth Ski and more. Arcade-related items include a Ms. Pacman, Playboy pinball machine, and Pachinko.

              Estate Sale | Berwyn, PA | June 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM

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              Alderfer Auction’s Berwyn sale offers a variety of estate furnishings and household décor spanning furniture, clocks, art, and decorative objects. The catalog features a wide array of traditional and antique furniture, timepieces, and household décor from an 18th c. PA farmhouse.Highlights include a John Deere LV4100 tractor with 410 front loader, an Eldred Wheeler Dutch Cupboard, Warren Chair Works windsor chairs, a Hendredon Dining Table, and Maitland Smith Dining Room Chairs. Highlights include a John R. Airdrie tall case clock with painted dial. Furniture spans categories such as cabinets, dressers, seating, and tables, including a carved wood loveseat set and a corner cabinet with glass-paneled doors. Decorative objects include brass candlestick lamps, a ceramic bird-motif lamp, and carved wooden sculptures. Art offerings include framed prints and paintings, such as a floral still life oil on canvas. Additional pieces include mirrors, occasional tables, and chests in wood, brass, and ceramic. The auction showcases traditional and vintage designs from the 19th and 20th centuries.