Sing A Song Of Christmas Smack Dab In The Middle: Design Trends Of The Mid-20th Century
By Donald-Brian Johnson
“Caroling, caroling, now we go, Christmas bells are ringing!
Caroling, caroling through the snow, Christmas bells are ringing!
Joyous voices sweet and clear, sing the sad of heart to cheer –Ding dong, ding dong, Christmas bells are ringing!”
(Alfred Burt/Wihla Hutson, 1954)
Remember Christmas caroling?
Long ago (well, let’s say the 1950s), and far away (well, let’s say in your hometown), door-to-door Christmas caroling was as much a part of the holiday season as setting out cookies for Santa, or pretending you liked fruitcake. Sometimes the singers were members of a church choir. Sometimes, they were kids from the neighborhood, chirping out their best, in hopes of being offered a hot cocoa. More often than not, they were just assorted happy neighbors, gathered to musically welcome in the Yuletide (and perhaps get offered something a bit stronger than hot cocoa).
Caroling. It was a Christmas tradition. And if the night was cold and crisp, with bright stars against a velvety black sky, and just a few snowflakes falling, so much the better.
Ah. Now you remember.
While angels are credited with the first Christmas carol, serenading sleepy shepherds in the fields outside of Bethlehem, more earthbound renditions can be traced to the 13th century, and St. Francis of Assisi. Music celebrating the spirit of Christmas had been around for centuries (the first actual “carol,” the “Angel’s Hymn,” dates from 129 A.D.), but was primarily confined to religious settings. And, it was in Latin, not the first choice for a community sing-along. Any secular holiday tunes bordered on the bawdy. Francis had other ideas. In 1223, following a visit to the Holy Land, he came
up with the concept of a “living Nativity.” Locals took on the roles of the familiar Biblical figures. Shepherds and farmers supplied the livestock. All that was missing was music to frame the familiar story. Latin? No. Bawdy ballads? Certainly not. But how about words in the native tongue (in this case, Italian), set to the tunes of those well-known melodies? Definitely a keeper, as the hordes of villagers who flocked
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“An ancient and lovely custom is this singing of Christmas carols.” That’s how the John Hancock Life Insurance Co. introduced its pamphlet of familiar
A Rare Pan Am Poster From 1961 Brought $18,750
Potter & Potter Auctions announced the results of their 646-lot Vintage Poster Sale held on Nov. 7. All prices noted include the auction house’s 20-percent buyer’s premium. The top lot was “Gateway to the World’s Fair / Pan Am.” Estimated at $1,000-$1,500, it realized $18,750. This rare, linen backed poster from 1961 was illustrated with renderings of the Pan Am Building beside the Unisphere sculpture of the New York World’s Fair and silhouettes of New York Airways Vertol helicopters.
Leslie Ragan’s (1897-1972) “Chicago / New York Central Lines,” estimated at $4,000-$6,000, went
By Karl Pass
Bucks County, Pa., online auction house Locati LLC is known for putting on a monthly curated sale of antiques and fine art. They held two diverse quality sales on Nov. 13 and 17. Among the newsworthy lots were a round brilliant 2.80-carat diamond ring bringing $9, 378 and an automaton minute repeater pocket watch selling for $6,655. Returning to the fine jewelry category, an antique 14-carat gold
holiday tunes, distributed free of charge to customers in the 1930s.
Got any cocoa? A trio of chilly carolers graces the cover of the December 1953 issue of “This Day.”
They’re used to winter weather: a plastic lightup caroling snow duo.
Kids can get in on the fun too! As seen on a 1938 “Treasure Chest” carol book, complete with pictures in color.
Just right for your Christmas cards: a “Choir Boys” felt wall banner/card holder.
Milestone’s Auction Of Dr. Jim Reynolds’ Buddy L Collection Features Samples, Prototypes From Storied Toy Factory “Morgue”
Highly Anticipated 450-Lot Sale Will Be Jan. 4
On Saturday, Jan. 4, Milestone Auctions in suburban Cleveland will offer collectors the opportunity to bid on treasures from the renowned pressed-steel toy collection of the late Dr. James R. Reynolds (1943-2020). An esteemed heart surgeon, hobby farmer, philanthropist and South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee,
Dr. Reynolds lived life with a varied list of interests that included hunting, fishing, sailing, NASCAR, spending time in the field with his dogs, and traveling. But a visit to his spacious country home left no doubt as to which hobby consumed the majority of his free time. He loved acquiring and displaying vintage
pressed-steel toys, especially Buddy Ls, and had an extensive network of dealers and fellow collectors from whom he purchased rare, immaculate examples.
The time Dr. Reynolds spent in pursuit of toys took him to toy shows and auctions during the late 1980s and ‘90s, and later, to the most famous
of all pressed-steel specialty events, the Buddy L Morgue Auction of factory prototypes and samples. Reynolds’ prized purchases from that sale and many other sources are included in the 450 lots to be sold.
The Reynolds trove is anchored by one of the most complete assemblages of
early Buddy “L” trucks to ever come to market, including doored trucks, Buddy L Jrs, flivvers, ride-on trucks, and wood prototypes that the famed Illinois toymaker produced during the WWII era when metal was scarce.
its original pull handle and factory box. It is one of the very best examples known and will be offered with a $3,000-$5,000 estimate.
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Leading the selection is the only known example of a Buddy “L” Insurance Patrol fitted with headlights and a bumper, complete with factory prototype tag reading 205C 1928 9LBS. All original with its original pullcord and NM paint and decals, this model never saw production.
The 27-inch-long truck comes with its original box and distinctive Buddy “L” blueand-white striped wrapping paper. It was the top-selling toy at the previously mentioned Buddy “L” Morgue auction, held March 9 to 11, 2001, which exclusively featured the collection of former Buddy “L” owner/president Richard Keats (1927-2024). At that event, Dr. Reynolds paid $40,700 to take home the now-legendary one-off toy. Its estimate in the Jan. 4 auction is $10,000-$20,000.
Another coveted “morgue auction” toy is an outstanding all-original 1938 Buddy “L” International Shell Truck with
A rare version of a Buddy “L” Red Baby truck has a round floor decal and Buddy “L” decal on its radiator, but no International Harvester decals. This point is significant because it confirms the auction example to be one of the earliest Red Baby trucks, produced before such toys were retailed at International Harvester dealerships with added IH-logo decals. Measuring 24 inches long, this hefty production could command a winning bid of $4,000-$6,000.
The collection also contains the only known original Buddy “L” Open Cab Red Baby. With very nice original paint and displaying correct International Harvester McCormick Deering decals, its extreme rarity is confirmed by Milestone’s cast iron experts who say it is the only toy of its type that they have seen in 40 years of active involvement in this category. Graded Excellent, it is estimated at $4,000-$6,000.
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Dr. James R. Reynolds (1943-2020), a cardiovascular surgeon, hobby farmer and South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, amassed an extraordinary collection of Buddy “L” and other pressed-steel toys, which will sold Milestone Auctions on Jan. 4. Image courtesy of Central Heart, Sioux Falls, S.D.
This is a 2000 photo of Dr. James R. Reynolds (1943-2020) with his wife, Debby, their children, grandchildren and dogs in his 1910 Pratt-Elkhart motor car. Image courtesy of the Reynolds family.
The rare version of a Buddy “L” Red Baby truck with round floor decal, Buddy “L” decal on radiator, and no International Harvester decals, significant because it confirms the auction example to be one of the earliest Red Baby trucks, produced before the toys were sold at International Harvester dealerships with the addition of IH decals.
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for $7,800. This linen backed poster was printed in 1929 in Brooklyn by Latham Litho & Ptg. Co., illustrated with a woman strolling in Grant Park with the Edward H. Bennett-designed classical peristyle, towering buildings of Michigan Avenue and clouds in the background. This was Ragan’s first poster for New York Central Lines.
Alphonse Mucha’s (18601939) “Theatre de la Renaissance / Sarah Bernhardt / La Samaritaine” was estimated at $3,500-$5,000 and sold for $6,875. This two sheet, color lithograph poster from 1897 was printed in Paris by F. Champenois. The framed rarity promoted the biblical-themed play by Edmond Rostand, who dedicated the work to Bernhardt.
Thomas Moran’s (18371926) “Yellowstone Park / Northern Pacific” was estimated at $1,200-$2,400 and came full circle at $5,280. This linen backed offset lithograph travel poster was published in St. Paul by Brown & Bigelow. It was illustrated with a Moran landscape painting of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Park. Northern Pacific was the first rail line to reach Yellowstone National Park at the north entrance in 1883.
“Let Us Go Forward Together” was estimated at $1,500-$2,500 and traded hands at $4,250. It was printed in London in 1940 and featured a portrait of Winston Churchill in gray against a background of tanks and bombers and was stamped on verso “The World Aflame/ Private Collection of Jacques M. Lissovoy.”
“I think the World’s Fair poster caught fire due in
part to the strong Pan Am posters surrounding it, and its rarity. As far as we could trace, this was the first copy at auction in over a decade. It further stands out among Pan Am posters by depicting the company’s headquarters while also promoting a specific event, the New York World’s Fair, as opposed to a particular travel destination,” according to Joe Slabaugh, director of Cataloging. For additional information, visit www.potter auctions.com.
Alphonse Mucha’s (1860–1939) “Theatre de la Renaissance / Sarah Bernhardt / La Samaritaine” was estimated at $3,500-$5,000 and realized $6,875.
Leslie Ragan’s (1897–1972) “Chicago / New York Central Lines” was estimated at $4,000-$6,000 and sold for $7,800.
Collector Anecdotes And Antics
The Most Valuable Shoes In The World
By Shawn Surmick
Christian Louboutin is a well-known French fashion designer whose claim to fame is making luxurious high heeled footwear for women and men alike. His popular stiletto heels are all the rage among discerning women who can afford the high price point. Should you have the desire to purchase a pair of his shoes, be prepared to shell out a minimum of about $1,000. It can be argued that high-end fashion is a little bit ridiculous and flashy, but I do understand the desire to own luxury brands should the buyer be able to afford them. That said, if you think
paying $1,000 or more for a pair of Christian Louboutin heels is insane, you should know that someone recently paid a record price of $32.5 million to own a pair of arguably the most famous shoes in existence.
On Dec. 7, Heritage Auctions held their Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction, and the key lot was a pair of screen matched ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 1939’s MGM classic film, “The Wizard of Oz.” This is just one of four surviving pairs of the infamous slippers, and this auction result marks the most ever paid for a piece of movie memorabilia. Up until this point, no piece of movie memorabilia ever came close.
Upon news of the sale, I received several messages asking me if there was some mistake. One individual who emailed me asked, “How relevant is ‘The Wizard of Oz’ in the year 2024? Other movie franchises appear to be more popular today. ‘Star Wars’ is a prime example.” Other individuals wondered if the sale was some form of money laundering because they could not fathom the high price. On a side note, every time an antique, a collectible,
“Gateway to the World’s Fair / Pan Am” was estimated at $1,000-$1,500 and sold for $18,750.
Thomas Moran’s (1837–1926) “Yellowstone Park / Northern Pacific” was estimated at $1,200-$2,400 and sold for $5,280. “Let Us Go Forward Together” was estimated at $1,500-$2,500 and sold for $4,250.
or a piece of art sells for an ultra-high price, I get emails asking me if it was some form of money laundering. While money laundering occurs, it is not the reason for the high prices we are seeing across all aspects of the art, antiques, and collectibles trade.
I cannot dispute the cautionary doubtfulness of some of these emails, however. Incidentally, even the coveted “Star Wars” movie franchise has only produced auction results in the modest millions for screen used props and iconic items. Case in point, back in 2023, a screen used model of an X-Wing Fighter that was used and seen in the original 1977 “Star Wars” was auctioned off and sold for about $3.1 million, and that price pales in comparison to the $32.5 million being paid for this pair of ruby slippers.
And while it is true “The Wizard of Oz” can easily be considered a form of pop culture from yesteryear, it is based on the 1900 novel written by L. Frank Baum. Almost every kid in America has been introduced to “The Wizard of Oz” at some point, whether it be from seeing the original movie, a modern era remake, or reading the book. It should
also be noted “The Wizard of Oz” is considered one of the most iconic movies to ever come out of the Golden Age of Hollywood. This was a period that some historians date from around 1927 (when movies first started to use sound) up through the early 1960s in which some of the most popular and creative movies of all time were created. Both “Gone with the Wind” (released in 1939 as well) and “Casablanca” (released in 1942) are prime examples of this period. Today, movie memorabilia is a well-known and popular collecting category. If you remember the Warner Bros. Studio Stores that graced higher end shopping malls during the 1990s, these stores sold actual pieces of movie memorabilia that were used in popular (albeit newer) Warner Bros. movies. In 1939, when movies such as “The Wizard of Oz” first premiered, nearly no one was saving props and items from these productions because very few people thought they would be coveted. It was only as time went on that nostalgia reared its ugly head and collectors and enthusiasts
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Carhartt Overalls Single-Sided Porcelain Sign From The 1910s Soared To $28,320
Two-Day Sale Witnessed Healthy Prices For High Graded Antique Advertising
A Carhartt Overalls single-sided porcelain sign from the 1910s soared to $28,320; a Peabody Overalls single-sided porcelain sign, also from the 1910s, rang up $18,880; and a 24-inch diameter White Rose Dealer
days of online-only auctions held Dec. 7 and 8 by Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd.
All prices reported are in Canadian dollars and include an 18-percent buyer’s premium. All three of the above mentioned headliner lots were Canadian in origin, as were most items in the two days, and nearly every lot was authenticated by The Authentication Company. Internet bidding was facilitated by LiveAuctioneers.com and Millerand MillerAuctions.com.
Day one (Petroliana and Soda Advertising) featured the
well-known motorcar collection and had 320 lots of soda advertising, petroliana, coin-op and advertising signs. Day two (Advertising and Historic Objects) featured the late John Michael Durrant collection, with 265 lots of advertising signs, soda advertising, breweriana, fruit jars and general store items.
“The market is alive and well,” according to Ethan Miller of Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd. “Average pieces were meeting estimates, and exceptional pieces were doubling, tripling and beyond their high estimates. With the strong American dollar, the U.S. interest in the sale was unprecedented. The consensus is, the market for quality advertising is as strong as ever. This sale proved that.”
The single-sided porcelain sign for Carhartt Inc., which is a heavy-duty work wear company founded in Detroit, Mich., in 1899 that later expanded into other locations, including Canada, measured 18-by72 inches and was graded near-perfect at 9.5. It more than doubled the $12,000 high estimate.
The Peabody’s “Railroad King” overalls sign was one of the surprise lots of the two days. It came into the sale with a $6,000 high estimate, but ended up more than
tripling that. The sign was 15-by-48 inches. During WWI, Peabody’s made uniforms for the British Army. The Canadian 1940s White Rose Dealer sign was the rare 24-inch diameter double-sided version and one of Canada’s most recognizable petroliana signs. It was marked “P&M” to the lower center edge and graded 8.75 on both sides. It
also had the correct teardrop hangers plus a wall bracket.
A total of 881 online bidders placed a combined 16,440 bids. Nearly every lot sold and more than half of the top 50 lots met or exceeded estimates. The Dec. 7 sale grossed $565,486. The Dec. 8 sale grossed $353,853.
A Canadian 1936 Orange Crush “Thirsty? Ask For a
Crush” single-sided tin soda advertising sign, 8.25-by35.25 inches and graded 8.75, with strong color and gloss, was another one of the auction’s sleepers. It more than quintupled its $2,000 high estimate by finishing at $10,620. Talk about sleepers. A Canadian 1950s self-framed Stubby Soda “Zip in Every
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A Canadian single-sided porcelain sign from the 1910s for Carhartt Inc., a heavy-duty work wear company founded in Detroit, Mich., graded near-perfect at 9.5, sold for $28,320.
The Canadian Peabody’s “Railroad King” overalls single-sided porcelain sign from the 1910s sold for $18,800. They made uniforms for the British Army in WWI.
This Canadian 1940s White Rose Dealer sign, the 24-inch diameter double-sided version of one of Canada’s most recognizable petroliana signs, with bracket, 8.75 on both sides, realized $15,340.
A Canadian 1920s single-sided porcelain sign for Moir’s Chocolates “The Universal Gift,” graded 9.25 in excellent condition, sold for $8,260.
Poster From Buddy Holly’s 1959 “Winter Dance Party”
The Rocket Man took flight at Heritage Auctions during the company’s Music Memorabilia and Concert Poster Auction held Dec. 2, 3, and 4.
Only days before R.J. Cutler and David Furnish’s documentary “Elton John: Never Too Late” began streaming on Disney+, Heritage Auctions offered Alan Aldridge’s original artwork that adorned John’s 1975 “Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy.” The result, as expected, was nothing short of fantastic itself as the dazzling, detailed work realized
$212,500.
The album, John’s ninth and most autobiographical, has long been a favorite of the singer-songwriter’s. In a 2006 interview with Cameron Crowe, John said he “always thought that “‘Captain Fantastic’ was probably my finest album because it wasn’t commercial in any way. ‘Captain Fantastic’ was written from start to finish in running order, as a kind of story about coming to terms with failure, or trying desperately not to be one.”
He was also deeply enamored of Aldridge’s illustration, which “The
Guardian” described in 2017 as “the singer and his piano surrounded by a menagerie of extraordinary creatures.”
Aldridge counted among his legendary credits the album cover of “The Who’s A Quick One,” 1969’s “The Beatles” Illustrated lyrics and the controversial poster for the 1966 Andy Warhol film “Chelsea Girls.” But “Captain Fantastic” ranks among his most enduring masterworks.
Garry Shrum, Heritage’s Director of Music Memorabilia, says he’s not surprised by the result during an auction that saw nearly 2,400 bidders worldwide compete for several hundred musical treasures.
“Alan delivered a visual package beyond my wildest dreams for “‘Captain Fantastic,’” John told the paper about the work that reveals something new with each glance. “Never have I been so pleased with the artwork for an album.”
“Captain Fantastic has sold millions of copies in every conceivable format, and every last one of them derived their cover art from this one painting by Alan Aldridge,” said Shrum. “Elton’s legend not only endures but continues to grow, and the result for this remarkable artwork serves a tribute to the man, his music and the myth surrounding both.”
One of the few surviving
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A rare poster for Buddy Holly & the Crickets’ 1959 historic “Winter Dance Party” concerts, this example realized $187,500.
In 2015, Stanley Mouse painted this large acrylic-on-canvas of the famous “Skeleton & Roses” Grateful Dead poster. It sold for $62,500.
Including the certificate of authenticity, the framed 48-by72-inch painting by Stanley Mouse of his famous Grateful Dead poster of the same image sold for $62,500.
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Truck with opening doors, dual rubber tires, headlights and bumper sports attractive paint and decals. Measuring 27 inches in length, it was part of the Harold Williams collection prior to acquisition by Dr. Reynolds. Hard to find in any condition, a 26-inch-long Buddy “L” Tank Line Street Sprinkler Truck with rubber tires, headlights and bumper still has its original pumper mechanism. In Excellent condition, it will cross the auction block with a $2,500$3,500 estimate.
A special highlight is a sub-collection of 40-50 largescale sculptural vehicles created by Brian Cowdery of Cowdery Toy Works, Hot Springs, Ark. Highly regarded by toy collectors, Cowdery’s pricey pressed-steel designs were initially offered in limited editions and are no longer in production. One of
Dr. Reynolds’ favorites, a Flivver House Car (1920s-30s terminology for “motorhome”), was a one-of-a-kind special-commission piece and is marked Prototype Reynolds. The boat affixed to the House Car’s roof is custom-marked “Sioux Falls, South Dakota,” reflecting Reynolds’ city of residence. Near-mint and 23 inches long, it is estimated at $1,000-$2,000.
The auction of the Dr. James R. Reynolds collection of pressed-steel toys with prototypes and samples from the Buddy “L” factory morgue will be held at Milestone’s gallery located at 38198 Willoughby Pkwy., Willoughby, Ohio. Start time will be 10 a.m. ET. In addition to live bidding at the gallery, Milestone welcomes all other forms of remote bidding: absentee, phone or live online through Milestone Live, LiveAuctioneers or Invaluable. Worldwide shipping is available. For additional
The only known example of a Buddy “L” Insurance Patrol with headlights and bumper retains a factory prototype tag reading 205C 1928 9LBS. All original with NM paint and decals, and pullcord, this model never saw production. It was bought at the Buddy “L” Morgue auction in 2001 (the collection of former Buddy “L” owner/president Richard Keats), where it sold for $40,700.
Only known original Buddy ‘L’ Open Cab Red Baby, very nice original paint and International Harvester McCormick Deering decals. Only example of its type that Milestone’s specialists have seen in 40 years, estimated $4,000-$6,000.
Scarce version of Buddy ‘L’ Tank Line Street Sprinkler Truck with rubber tires, headlights and bumper. All original with very nice paint and decals, still has the original pumper mechanism, very hard to find in any condition, estimated $2,500-$3,500.
All-original American National Packard Fire Chief Car with outstanding paint and decals, exceptionally fine example of a rare toy, estimated $4,000-$5,000.
information, call Miles King at 440-527-8060 or email info@ milestoneauctions.com.
All images courtesy of Milestone Auctions except where otherwise noted.
Rare Buddy L Baggage Truck with opening doors, dual rubber tires, headlights and bumper. Very nice paint and decals, provenance: Harold Williams collection, estimated $3,000-$4,000.
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President And CEO Will Pass Baton To Vice President
home, Rough Point, in Newport, R.I. A graduate of Appalachian State University and the University of Delaware/ Winterthur Program in Early American Culture, she spent seven years at the Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library as the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations.
“The board couldn’t be more thrilled to have Robin step into the role of president and CEO,” said Gray. “Her steady hand, proven skills, and sparkling personality will provide great continuity at a very exciting time for the organization.”
Ryan led the Lancaster County Historical Society through nearly three decades of substantial growth and change. Under his leadership, the historical society developed a robust platform for sharing the history of Lancaster County with the public, creating a vibrant array of exhibits and educational programs, growing its membership program to include members across the nation, forging relationships with other nonprofits in the region, and substantially increasing the organization’s
financial resources. In 2009, the Lancaster County Historical Society merged with the James Buchanan Foundation for the Preservation of Wheatland, reuniting the adjacent properties that once belonged to President Buchanan. Today, the organization operates as LancasterHistory on its 12-acre Campus of History at the corner of Marietta and North President avenues, and is also home to the Louise Arnold Tanger Arboretum.
In 2013, through a $13 million capital campaign led by Ryan and Sarratt,
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LancasterHistory completed the renovation and expansion of its 1955 headquarters, resulting in a 35,000-squarefoot museum and research center. The facility achieved L.E.E.D Silver Certification thanks to its energy-efficient designs. A second $3.8 million
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bracelet with heart clasp sold for $1,750, and an 18-carat yellow gold wide bracelet, $3,388.
A Korean Celadon vase dating to the Koryo Period brought $6,353, and a Loetz Phanomen Art Glass vase,$5,324. A vase by Margaret Tafoya (Santa Clara, 19042001) sold for $5,000, and an American Art Nouveau Cameo Glass vase, Honesdale, $2,500, while a Civil War era walking stick/cane sold for $2,000.
Locati is located in Pineville, Pa. To learn more, call 215-619-2873.
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campaign enabled the organization to incorporate the entire historical collections of the former Heritage Center Museum and the Lancaster Quilt and Textile Museum into the Richard C. von Hess Decorative Arts Center at LancasterHistory.
“LancasterHistory and Lancaster County owe Tom a great debt of gratitude. Tom’s arrival in the late ‘90s ushered in a new era for LancasterHistory. Over 28 years, he grew the organization’s capacity in multiple
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An 18-carat yellow gold wide bracelet realized $3,388. This 14-carat turquoise and lapis bracelet realized $1,452.
The George II ebonized bracket clock, William Valentine, Royston, mid-18th century, sold for $3,000.
A fine American Art Nouveau cameo glass vase, Honesdale, brought $2,500.
A Loetz Phanomen Art glass vase sold for $5,324.
By Margaret Tafoya (Santa Clara, 1904-2001), the pottery vase went for $5,000.
A Korean Celadon vase, Koryo Period, sold for $6,353.
An automaton minute repeater pocket watch sold for $6,655.
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posters from 1959’s “Winter Dance Party” was no less significant, featuring among its star attractions Buddy Holly and the Crickets, “The Big Bopper” J.P. Richardson, Ritchie Valens, Dion and the Belmonts and Frankie Sardo. Heritage has only offered examples of this historic cardboard three times before, always with collectors tussling over scant keepsakes from the tour cut short when Holly, Valens and Richardson were killed in the plane crash immortalized as “The Day the Music Died.” The poster in this auction hailed from the “Winter Dance Party” stop at the Laramar Ballroom in Fort Dodge, Iowa, on Jan. 30, 1959, three days before the crash. It was the
first “Winter Dance Party” poster to surface publicly, thanks to a wanted ad in “Goldmine” magazine in the 1970s, and remains the only known advertisement for this particular show. This grail, from the eighth stop on the tour, has never been to auction, but it has been seen publicly, having been displayed at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art as part of its “Play It Loud: Instruments of Rock & Roll” exhibition and loaned to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. The poster opened live bidding at $44,000, but a lengthy bidding war ensued, and it finally realized $187,500.
The “Winter Dance Party” poster was among the nearly 100 trophies from the David Swartz Concert Poster Collection, along with only the third poster Heritage
offered from¬†the Rolling Stones’ infamous free concert at the Altamont Speedway on Dec. 6, 1969. That poster from the “Gimme Shelter” show opened live bidding Tuesday at $18,000 and, after another prolonged bidding war, realized $42,500.
“Only three other concert posters have ever sold for more than the $187,500 realized by “The Winter Dance Party” poster sold in this auction, all at Heritage,” says Director of Concert Posters Pete Howard. “It was so thrilling to have the winning bidder on the phone because he completely hid in the bushes until the last minute and won the poster with one bid.”
One of the auction’s biggest hits was scored by renowned psychedelic poster artist Stanley Mouse,
whose legendary Grateful Dead “Skeleton & Roses” poster has long been a coveted favorite among collectors at Heritage. In 2015, Mouse revisited that poster using acrylics on canvas, his sole recreation of this iconic artwork. Mouse’s “Skeleton & Roses” painting realized $62,500.
For more information, visit www.HA.com.
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Featuring guns from the collections of Richard Frederick, Lititz, PA, Ralph Myers, Quarryville, PA, and Jack Parke, New Providence, PA. Antique ~ Modern ~ Tactical ~ Sporting ~ Military
Multiple spool cabinets, rare cane display cabinet, Dilworth’s coffee bin, brass cash register, early enterprise coffee grinder, paper lithograph advertising barrels, wall clocks and 100’s of advertising tins including local lard, peanut butter, tobacco, pretzel, chip and candy tins.
Multiple spool cabinets, rare cane display cabinet, Dilworth’s coffee bin, brass cash register, early enterprise coffee grinder, paper lithograph advertising barrels, wall clocks and 100’s of advertising tins including local lard, peanut butter, tobacco, pretzel, chip and candy tins.
Multiple spool cabinets, rare cane display cabinet, Dilworth’s coffee bin, brass cash register, early enterprise coffee grinder, paper lithograph advertising barrels, wall clocks and 100’s of advertising tins including local lard, peanut butter, tobacco, pretzel, chip and candy tins.
Multiple spool cabinets, rare cane display cabinet, Dilworth’s coffee bin, brass cash register, early enterprise coffee grinder, paper lithograph advertising barrels, wall clocks and 100’s of advertising tins including local lard, peanut butter, tobacco, pretzel, chip and candy tins.
Browning 1919 A4 , Colt Lightning, Winchester 1886 40 - 82 CW, Winchester 1st Model , Saginaw M1 Carbine, large collection of British Enfields, Browning Superposed 12ga., Browning Citori, Pre and Post 64 Winchester mod. 70’ s, Ithaca, Savage, L.C. Smith and Lefever Side -by -Side Shotguns, Eddystone 1917, Assorted Mausers, Remington 700’ s to s, Mosin Nagants, Winchester mod. 101, Winchester s, Marlin Lever guns Handguns include Third Reich marked pistols, Colt Python, assorted Colt handguns, S&W, Ruger, Hi - Standard, Walther, H&R,
Multiple spool cabinets, rare cane display cabinet, Dilworth’s coffee bin, brass cash register, early enterprise coffee grinder, paper lithograph advertising barrels, wall clocks and 100’s of advertising tins including local lard, peanut butter, tobacco, pretzel, chip and candy tins.
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An original poster from the Rolling Stones’ infamous free concert at the Altamont Speedway on Dec. 6, 1969, sold for $42,500.
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Sip” embossed single-sided tin door kick sign featuring the Stubby man, 12.25-by29.5 inches, graded 8, presale estimate of $900-$1,200, sold for $7,080. An American ca. 1907-12 ceramic figural cherry red Chero Crush syrup dispenser, a piece that evoked memories of drug
soda fountain nostalgia and considered a holy grail in the world of syrup dispensers, as Chero Crush was only in existence from 1907-12, hit $6,490. For additional information, email info@millerandmillerauctions.com or visit www.millerandmiller auctions.com.
The Canadian 1945 single-sided porcelain sign for Black Cat Cigarettes, graded 8.25, considered one of the best signs in Canadian advertising sign history, realized $14,160.
An American 1930s Packard “Approved Service” double-sided porcelain automotive dealer sign, measuring a stout 60 inches in diameter, graded 8.5/8.75, in very good condition, brought $10,030.
This Canadian 1964 Ski-Doo Bombardier Snowmobile “Sales / Service” double-sided tin dealer sign, marked “Made in Canada Barker 64” on each side, sold for $7,670.
The Canadian 1936 Orange Crush “Thirsty? Ask For a Crush” single-sided tin soda advertising sign, graded 8.75, with strong color and gloss, sold for $10,620.
VINTAGE: Edison Cylinder Player with Horn and Records, National Cash Register, Pinball Machine, Paper Mache German Bunny and 2 Bunny Candy Containers, Beatles Mini Bobbleheads, Clocks, Radios, Telephones incl Candlestick, Crocks, Jugs, Milk Bottles, Tin Type Photos, Pyrex, Large Set of Hull Brown Drip Pottery. COINS: Morgan Dollars, Silver Eagles, Barber & WL Halves, Barber and SL Qtrs, Barber & Mercury Dimes, 1852 Silver 3 Cent Pc, Indian Head Pennies, V Nickels, Mint & Proof Sets, Foreign Coins incl Silver. JEWELRY: 14K Earrings, Pearl Necklace w/14K Clasp, Much Sterling incl Rings, Bracelets and Necklaces. Huge Amount of Costume incl Tray and Estate Lots. TOYS: G1 Transformers incl Megatron & Optimus Prime, Tin Litho, Action Figures incl 80’s WWF, Board Games, Cap Guns, Red Line Hot Wheels, Trains, Early Pez Dispensers. VIDEO GAMES: NES Games with Boxes, Atari Consoles with Games, Sega Master System Games, Games, Game Boy Pocket and Games, etc. PAPER: Comics incl 1950’s up, Magazines incl Vintage Playboys. GLASS/ CHINA: Art Glass, Lenox, Fiesta, Franciscan Desert Rose, Temptations, Princess House Fantasia, Carnival, Depression. COLLECTIBLES: Large Winnie the Pooh Collection, Easton Press Books, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh & Garbage Pail Kids Cards, Hummel Figurines, Franklin Mint Princess Di Doll. SPORTS: Baseball and Football Cards incl 1950’s up, Unopened Wax
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FEATURING: JOHN DEERE GATOR CX, JOHN DEERE LT160 LAWN TRACTOR, JOHN DEERE SABRE 15.5HP LAWN TRACTOR, CRAFTSMAN CRT TILLER, EVENRUDE AND JOHNSON BOAT MOTORS, SLR CAMERAS AND LENSES, NUMEROUS FISHING RODS, NUMEROUS REELS & LURES, MARBLES, STERLING SILVER, CHARACTER GLASSES, LARGE COLLECTION OF GLASSWARE INCLUDING CARNIVAL, VASELINE, URANIUM, FENTON, ROSEVILLE, DEPRESSION, RUBY AND SLAG GLASS, FAN VASES, VINTAGE BAR WARE GLASSES, 53rd PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURAL POSTER FEATURING THE “BLUE DOG” NUMBERED PRINT BY GEORGE RODRIGUE, RECORDS AND MUCH MORE TO COME!
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to St. Francis’ re-enactments proved. As the tradition of “living Nativities” spread across Europe, so did the custom of singing the newly-christened “Christmas carols” in the language of each country. Roaming minstrels made
a profession of singing in the season, but it wasn’t until the mid-1800s that Christmas caroling became cemented as a holiday tradition engaged in by the general public.
Prince Albert, who’d married Queen Victoria in 1840, brought many of his beloved Germanic holiday customs along with him to
England. In addition to the best-known, the Christmas tree, Albert also popularized the lively singing of holiday music. This proved an ideal match for the old English tradition of “wassailing,” where friends traveled from home to home bearing seasonal wishes that all “be well and of good health” (a rough translation of the Old Norse “ves heill”).
Soon, door-to-door caroling began in earnest with the widespread distribution of Christmas carol pamphlets, containing all the words and music of beloved holiday hits. Usually the pamphlets were free, “presented with the compliments of” whichever advertiser was featured on the back cover.
As an apt symbol of the season, decorative items with Christmas caroling themes swept mid20th-century America. There were joyous ceramic carolers, angelic wall hanging carolers, assorted blow mold, candle, and fabric carolers, and a Santa’s sleighful more. Today most of these festive decorations can be yours for a song, with prices on eBay averaging well under $50. Additional gifts to treasure are caroling recordings by popular stars of the 1950s and ‘60s, and caroling-related vintage paper goods (including those once-complimentary carol pamphlets).
Garage sales offer many, at under $10.
This holiday season, why not pull out those song pamphlets and pack on the parkas? Let your hearts be gladdened by crisp winter nights, a gentle snowfall, and caroling under the stars.
Merry Christmas!
Photo Associate: Hank Kuhlmann.
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This December, 1946 “Woman’s Day” cover girl offers up songs of the season.
Carolers wreathed in holiday spirit are shown on the front cover of the 1951 “Ideals” Christmas issue.
“Christmas in the Air.” A crowd of caroling shoppers grace the cover of this holiday album by “The Voices of Walter Schumann.”
Three chalk carolers are nestled next to a handmade Christmas tree, fashioned of gilded pine cones.
They sing and they skate! These fabric “skating carolers” are by Byers’ Choice.
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ways,” continued Gray. “For decades, the historical society had been a presence in the community. Building on that legacy, Tom’s vision helped transform LancasterHistory from a presence in the community into a leader in the field of history in our region. He navigated campaigns, mergers, the The Great Recession, major institutional change, and a
Collector
alike wanted to own a piece of a movie they remember first seeing on the silver screen. Now movie studios are careful as to how screen used props are handled and where they end up after production ends. There are numerous examples of some screen used items disappearing from sets from popular movies as demand for these kinds of items continues to accelerate on the secondary market.
The movie memorabilia business is now such an established collecting category that certain companies have even been granted licenses to produce limited edition prop replicas from popular movie franchises like “Star Wars,” “Star Trek,” and even some comic book movies as well. This has grown into its own niche collecting category with companies like Sideshow Collectibles making higher end limited-edition collectibles marketed towards these kinds of collectors. It should be noted that none of these mass-produced limited-edition collectibles will ever be
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All photos by Donald-Brian Johnson.
Donald-Brian Johnson is the co-author of numerous Schiffer books on design and collectibles, including “Postwar Pop,” a collection of his columns. Please address inquiries (or Christmas greetings) to: donaldbrian@ msn.com.
pandemic, all while increasing the organization’s capacity to serve this community. Now with the Stevens & Smith Center, Tom is helping Lancaster highlight stories of major national importance that unfolded right here in Lancaster County.”
“It’s been the honor of a lifetime to shepherd this organization, accompanied by an exceptional board of directors and a creative and
as valuable as any true screen used prop, but it does show that movie memorabilia as a collecting category is definitely established in its own right and here to stay.
In conclusion, even if one wants to debate the current relevance of “The Wizard of Oz” franchise, one cannot argue that the buyer of these $32.5 million ruby slippers obviously sees the potential for these collectibles to be more sought after (and valuable) as time goes on. Or maybe the buyer has so much money that they don’t even care? That said, two things are guaranteed as a result of this sale. Number one, movie memorabilia is definitely a force to be reckoned with, and number two, Dorothy was right when she said, “There is no place like home.” Especially if that home contains these $32.5 million ruby slippers. Until next time.
Shawn Surmick has been an avid collector since the age of 12. He currently resides in his hometown of Boyertown, Pa., and is a passionate collector of antiques and collectibles. His articles focus on various topics affecting the marketplace.
dedicated professional staff, all in a community with a passionate appreciation of its history,” stated Ryan. “It is also an extreme honor to have the capstone of one’s career be the Stevens &
Smith Center!” Ryan plans to officially retire once the Stevens & Smith Center opens in late 2025.
Photo courtesy Fig Industries.
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THIS IS A LIVE, IN-HOUSE AND ONLINE AUCTION MANY FINE OLD MASTER ARTWORKS, A MULTITUDE OF INCREDIBLE LISTED ARTWORKS, QUALITY ANTIQUES, FURNITURE, PRIMITIVES, AFRICAN ARTS, MUSIC MACHINES AND MORE. FURNITURE AT 10 AM: 2 HOURS OF ANTIQUE & TRADITIONAL FURNITURE.
THE ONLINE CATALOG AT 12 PM: ARTWORKS OF DISTINCTION: DaVINCI SCHOOL, LATE 15TH - EARLY 16TH C, OIL ON CANVAS OF THE HOLY FAMILY - THE MOTHER MARY, CHILD JESUS AND JOSEPH IN THE BACKGROUND. JAN JOSEPH van GOYEN (1596 - 1656), LISTED HOLLAND ARTIST. OIL ON PANEL, SAILING SHIPS. NOTE THE 17TH CENTURY CRADLING ON THE BACK BOARD TO STABILIZE THE PAINTING. ARTIST’S NAME, BIRTH AND DEATH APPEAR ON A BRASS PLAQUE CENTERED ON THE GILT FRAME. GUIDO RENI (1575 - 1642), OIL ON CANVAS OF THE VIRGIN MARY. PETRUS van SCHENDEL (1806 - 1870), OIL ON CANVAS, “NIGHT MARKET IN THE HAGUE”. PAUL GAUGIN (1848 - 1903) WATERCOLOR AND GRAPHITE ON VELIN D’ARCHES PAPER, TITLED “FEMME TAHITIENNE ET CHIEN”. SIGNED LOWER LEFT. WITH FULL AUTHENTICITY FROM TWO FRENCH EXPERTS AND A SIGNATURE EXPERT. CIRCA 1900. SIGHT 6 1/4” X 10”. A SPLENDID WORK FROM HIS DAYS IN TAHITI. ROBERT COWIE (1809 - 1877), AN OIL ON BOARD TITLED “LORD ULLIN’S DAUGHTER”. GEORGE SOTTER (1879 - 1953), AN OIL ON CANVAS TITLED “PENNSYLVANIA HILLS”. A NOTED PENNSYLVANIA IMPRESSIONIST. SIGHT 20 1/2” X 24 1/2”. ROBERT BURNS MOTHERWELL (1915 - 1991), GOUACHE ON PAPER, 13 1/2” X 15 1/4”, SIGNED WITH HIS INITIALS. TITLED “STUDY FOR STATE II”. GUNTHER GERZSO (1915 - 2000), OIL AND SAND ON MASONITE, SIGNED AND DATED 1974 LOWER RIGHT. GREAT MODERN ARTWORK. LATIN AMERICAN. 16” X 24”. SARAH E HASKELL, WILLIAMSPORT, PA. OIL ON CANVAS OF A YOUNG BOY PLAYING WITH TWO TOYS. DATED 1879. IN GILT FRAME WHICH NEEDS SOME RESTORATION. ARTWORK IS PRISTINE. SITE 35” X 46”. FRAMED 44” X 56”. AARON DOUGLAS (1899 - 1979), OIL ON BOARD TITLED “A FARMER IN HIS FIELD”. 26” X 30”. AFRICAN - AMERICAN ARTIST. BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979), OIL ON BOARD, UNTITLED. 20” X 24”. AFRICAN - AMERICAN ARTIST. HERNANDO RUIZ OCAMPO (1911 - 1978), ACRYLIC ON PAPER TITLED “ABSTRACT”. 21” X 28”. PHILIPPINES ARTIST. STUART DAVIS (1892 - 1964), GOUACHE. 12 1/4” X 12 1/4”. CONSIDERED THE FATHER OF CUBISM IN THE U. S. & MANY OTHER FINE & LISTED ARTISTS! SEVERAL MUSIC MACHINES: SPECIAL SMALLS: NANTUCKET LIGHTSHIP BASKET BY JOSE FORMOSO REYES. GEORGE OHR POTTERY MUG & CAKEPLATE WITH REPAIRS.
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DA VINCI SCHOOL LATE 15TH -16TH C
SARAH E HASKELL OIL ON CANVAS
CATHY PATTERSON SANTA CANDY CONTAINER
BENIN BRONZE SPANISH FAVENTIA HURDY GURDY
LEWIS CHURCHILL WELCH VIOLIN
JOSE FORMOSO REYES NANTUCKET BASKET ROBERT BURNS MOTHERWELL GOUACHE
PAUL GAUGIN, HAITI
JAN JOSEF van GOYEN (1596 - 1656)
van SCHENDEL (1806 - 1870) GEORGE SOTTER (1879 - 1953) OIL
GUIDO RENI
Even mice enjoy Christmas caroling! This fabric holiday mouse in full voice is by Annalee.
