Alderfer Auction - Live and Online Auctions
Mar 17
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Toys and Trains | March 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  •   Mar 4 @ 10:00am EST (Start)
  •   Mar 17 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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This auction delivers a powerful lineup of collector-driven brands led by Lionel, MTH, and LGB. Lionel headlines the sale with Standard Gauge Blue Comet sets, prewar and postwar passenger cars, diesel locomotives, freight assortments, and classic operating accessories. MTH contributes 4-4-2 steam power and RailKing locomotives, while LGB showcases G Gauge starter sets, Christmas trains, and large-scale freight equipment. American Flyer S Gauge, Marx tin litho wind-ups, and Bachmann G Gauge locomotives add depth across multiple scales. AHM and Allstate expand the vintage train selection, reinforcing strong mid-century representation. Beyond trains, the catalog features Tootsie Toy die-cast vehicles, Moko Lasney Match Box cars, Hot Wheels,  mechanical toys, Hot Toys Grogu collectibles from The Mandalorian, and a custom Super Chexx Pro bubble hockey arcade game. With Lionel, MTH, LGB, American Flyer, Marx, Bachmann, AHM, Allstate, Alps, Tootsie Toy, Hot Toys, and Super Chexx all represented, this auction is firmly brand-forward and catalog-verified, appealing to both traditional train collectors and diversified toy investors.

Mar 18
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Mid-Century Modern and Design | March 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 3 @ 2:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 18 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Alderfer Auction's March 18 Mid-Century Modern sale brings together Scandinavian and American furniture, Italian Postmodern seating, and decorative arts. The sale is headlined by a strong grouping of Finn Juhl designs executed by cabinetmaker Niels Vodder, alongside Phillip Lloyd Powell studio furniture including sideboards, a display cabinet, and a screen, with many of these pieces coming from the collection of noted dealer Reese Palley. American and Danish Modern style is further represented by a Kent Coffey "Perspecta" bedroom suite, a Poul Cadovius "Royal System" modular wall unit, a Verner Panton "Cone" Chair, and a Scan Coll teak bedroom group. Italian Postmodern offerings include seating by Gamma Arredamenti and Giancarlo Piretti's "Plia" folding chairs, with additional American studio work by Bucks County artisans Carter Handcrafted Furniture. Decorative highlights include Richard Barr for Laurel mushroom lamps, Curtis Jere sculptures, an Atmos clock, and a selection of ceramics.

Mar 19
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Fine and Decorative Arts | March 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 2 @ 5:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Mar 19 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Our upcoming March Fine Art Auction will feature a strong selection of American paintings, including works by Edward Redfield, Fern I. Coppedge, Daniel Garber, John Folinsbee, George William Sotter, Walter E. Baum, and William Francis Taylor. These artists, closely associated with the New Hope School and Pennsylvania Impressionism, continue to draw serious collector interest and institutional attention. A rare Qing dynasty imperial tribute fan from the Qianlong period (1736-1795), produced in the renowned Guangzhou workshops will also be offered. It is one of only a handful of such court-quality fans known to survive today. Read more about this remarkable piece on our blog page. Silver collectors will find two remarkable Tiffany flatware sets in the Chrysanthemum Vermeil and San Lorenzo patterns, alongside an Aesthetic Movement sterling tea and coffee service. Autographs from the Gibbs collection including; Presidents Martin Van Buren, Millard Fillmore, and Ulysses S. Grant. Other autographs include; Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, Mark Twain, P.T. Barnum, Grover Cleveland Alexander, and Nikola Tesla. World War II archive related to an 8th Army Air Force B-17 gunner. Other offerings include a 5.29 carat platinum diamond ring, Cartier 3 carat diamond platinum brooch, Breitling Chronomat gold & steel automatic chronograph, Imperial Symphonion music box, Louis Vuitton travel trunk, and bronze sculptures.

Mar 24
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Vehicles and Equipment | March 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  •   Mar 10 @ 4:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 24 @ 7:03pm EDT (End)
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Whether you are looking to upgrade your daily commute, expand your fleet of landscaping machinery, or acquire a unique piece of motorized history, our upcoming auction offers a versatile selection for every bidder. This collection spans decades of engineering, bringing together modern reliability, and heavy-duty utility. Join us online for this auction where practical performance meets collectible heritage. Vehicles will include: 2004 Toyota Corolla, 2008 Toyota RAV4, 2009 Honda Civic, 2012 Nissan Leaf, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Truck. Cycles include a 1984 BMW Motorcycle. Equipment will feature a John Deere Tractor and a John Deere Mower.

Mar 25
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Jewelry | March 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM

  •   Mar 10 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 25 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This jewelry auction features more than 200 lots of estate jewelry, vintage watches, and designer accessories led by Tiffany & Co., Swarovski, Gorham, Omega, Breitling, Seiko, Bulova, Hamilton, Gruen, Benrus, Ebel, Heuer, Girard, Gucci, Coach, and Disney. Gold jewelry anchors the sale with multiple 14K yellow gold necklaces, chain necklaces, pendants, bracelets, and rings. Sterling silver jewelry includes cuff bracelets, bangle bracelets, chain bracelets, necklaces, and rings with designer sterling pieces from Tiffany & Co Vintage wristwatches form a major category with Omega and Breitling watches alongside Hamilton, Gruen, Benrus, Ebel, Heuer, Girard, Seiko, and Bulova wristwatches. The catalog includes both mechanical and quartz watch examples from these established brands.

Mar 26
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Home & Decor | March 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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  •   Mar 12 @ 12:00pm EDT (Start)
  •   Mar 26 @ 8:03pm EDT (End)
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This Home and Decor auction features a variety of crystal, porcelain, sterling silver, and decorative tableware from established makers including Baccarat, Steuben, Waterford, Lenox, Wedgwood, Noritake, Herend, Tiffany & Co., Towle, and Wallace. The catalog centers on estate table settings, crystal glassware, serving pieces, and decorative display items. Highlights include Baccarat crystal bowls and stemware. Steuben art glass appears with decorative Steuben glass pieces, while Waterford contributes crystal bowls and stemware. Highlights include Baccarat crystal bowls and Baccarat drinking glasses, Steuben art glass pieces, and Waterford crystal bowls and stemware. Porcelain lots feature Herend porcelain items, Rosenthal china serving pieces, Wedgwood porcelain tableware, and Lenox china. Vintage cutlery sets include a Joseph Rodgers & Sons fish serving knife and fork set and a Samuel Peace carving knife and fork set. Additional lots include leather-bound books, antique collectibles, bronze sculptures, prints, collectible U.S. stamp covers. Towle, Reed & Barton, Joseph Rodgers & Sons, and Samuel Peace, this auction offers a strong estate selection of collectibles for all.

Mar 31
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Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls | Day 1 | March 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 6 @ 10:00am EST (Start)
  •   Mar 31 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Welcome to a premier two-day event at Alderfer Auction, where history and artistry meet in an extraordinary showcase of Antique and Fine Dolls. This curated auction proudly features the Estate of Camille G. Zagaroli, headlined by her remarkable English Doll Collection, et al. The 2-Day catalog spans centuries and styles, offering a breathtaking diversity of categories to captivate every level of collector and will include: 1940’s – 1960’s, Animals, Antique Clothing, Artist, Black, China/Parian, Cloth, Composition, Contemporary/Vintage, English, French Bisque, German Bisque, Googlie, Holiday/Novelties, Miniatures, Native American, Papier Mache/Wax, Peddlers, Schoenhut, Toys, Wooden & more. Whether you are seeking the craftsmanship of a Queen Anne or the charm of a vintage Steiff "Pup," this auction offers a rare opportunity to acquire pieces of doll-making history. 

Apr 1
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Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls | Day 2 | April 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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  •   Mar 6 @ 1:00pm EST (Start)
  •   Apr 1 @ 10:00am EDT (End)
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Welcome to a premier two-day event at Alderfer Auction, where history and artistry meet in an extraordinary showcase of Antique and Fine Dolls. This curated auction proudly features the Estate of Camille G. Zagaroli, headlined by her remarkable English Doll Collection, et al. The 2-Day catalog spans centuries and styles, offering a breathtaking diversity of categories to captivate every level of collector and will include: 1940’s – 1960’s, Animals, Antique Clothing, Artist, Black, China/Parian, Cloth, Composition, Contemporary/Vintage, English, French Bisque, German Bisque, Googlie, Holiday/Novelties, Miniatures, Native American, Papier Mache/Wax, Peddlers, Schoenhut, Toys, Wooden & more. Whether you are seeking the craftsmanship of a Queen Anne or the charm of a vintage Steiff "Pup," this auction offers a rare opportunity to acquire pieces of doll-making history.