The Paul Morantz Collection

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PAUL MORANTZ COLLECTION THE

FEATURING THE ART OF ILLUSTRATION, ANIMATION, DISNEYANA, TIN TOYS & MORE

APRIL 29-30, 2023

CATALOG VAN EATON GALLERIES PRESENTS

PAUL MORANTZ COLLECTION

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Paul Morantz was a man of many talents. As a Los Angeles based lawyer, he specialized in cult and brainwashing cases for over 30 years. In 1974 he uncovered a criminal conspiracy to kidnap skid row alcoholics and sell them to nursing homes, where they were kept sedated while Medicare was billed. Morantz then testified on nursing home abuses at public hearings and aided setting up a district attorney task force on nursing home crimes.

In 1977 Morantz began a battle to expose a drug-rehab turned violent cult, Synanon , for civil liability on brainwashing and for criminal conspiracy to commit terrorism against its enemies. In 1978 Synanon tried to kill Morantz by placing a rattlesnake is his mailbox. Investigations led to the arrest of Synanon’s founder, Charles Dederich, and two of Synanon’s elite task force, the Imperial Marines. Morantz then assisted statewide prosecution and became a consultant to the United States Department of Justice in a tax case against Synanon which ultimately shut the organization down. He spent the rest of his career as a fierce fighter for justice for victims of cults and extremist groups.

If that was not enough, he was also a freelance writer. Among his many articles were pieces in Rolling Stone, L.A. Magazine, LA times, Coast, and a CBS TV Movie of the Week. The latter, “Deadman’s Curve”, was the story of surf-rock stars Jan and Dean and is ironically referred to by many as a “cult” classic.

Being a deeply nostalgic man Paul Morantz was an avid collector. Like many of us, he began by visiting swap meets with his wife almost 40 years ago. Picking up a piece here and a piece there, he started to acquire items that meant something to him, whether it was a favorite pin-up artist, cartoon character, or a toy from his childhood. Over time his Collection grew into a literal visual history of illustration art, toys, watches and Disneyana.

His house became a museum of themes from the past including Davey Crocket, Mickey Mouse, and much more. There was hardly an exposed table or wall not covered by some valued memorabilia. He would give tours to guests, with a highlight being his hallways filled with illustration art and Disney animation cels.

Every Christmas, he would gather friends and family around his dining room table and put on a raucous show of antique Santa toys and a Lionel Santa & Mickey Train traveling on its track.

I may not understand the intricacies of practicing law or writing a screenplay, but I do understand collecting and it has been a real pleasure for me to explore the treasures that Paul left his family. It is their wish that these pieces find new homes with new collectors that will cherish them as their father did.

Paul Morantz’s passion is evident in this collection. His love for Art, Disney, and his nostalgia for a bygone era is obvious. I really want to thank the Morantz family for entrusting this collection to me. I hope you will enjoy this catalog as much as we have enjoyed building it.

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THE PAUL MORANTZ COLLECTION ILLUSTRATION ART ............................................................................. 4 ADVERTISING ................................................................................... 23 HOLLYWOOD .................................................................................... 25 TOYS ................................................................................................. 31 WATCHES ......................................................................................... 84 CERAMICS ........................................................................................ 89 ANIMATION ART .............................................................................. 95 THE FIRST MICKEY MOUSE CLUB ................................................... 100 BISQUES AND CELLULOIDS ............................................................. 103 DISNEY DOLLS ............................................................................... 109 INGERSOLL WATCHES .................................................................... 120 TOYS, GAMES, AND MORE ............................................................. 126 DISNEY CERAMICS ........................................................................ 184 DISNEY ANIMATION ART ................................................................ 225 END OF DAY ONE ∞ DAY TWO DISNEYANA TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Golden Age of Illustration began in the early 19th century, as newspapers, magazines, and illustrated books spread across Europe and the Americas. Print became the first mass media, with publishers like Currier and Ives selling affordable lithographs of popular images based on the news and daily life. The mechanization of paper production and book binding hastened the growth. By 1916, total book production was five times what it had been in 1846, with book prices cut in half in the same time. In 1921, ad man Fred Barnard coined the phrase “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words” to underline the importance of illustration in advertising. The lots in this auction range from those early images from the 19th century through the popular books and advertisements of the 20th.

1. A Neyret Freres Stevengraph of Women Playing Discus. (Neyret, 1800s) A woven silk “Stevengraph” image of women in classical garb throwing discus. Neyret Freres began producing silk images such as this in the 1830s as a more stable product than ever-changing women’s fashions. Measuring 7.25”x5.25”, the piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

2. “Fetch It, Sir” by Hamilton Hamilton. (Hamilton, 1884) A Photogravure print titled “Fetch It, Sir” by Hamilton Hamilton. A prolific painter and illustrator, Hamilton travelled extensively, finding subjects as far afield as France, New York, and the American West. This print on paper was produced by D. Appleton & Co. of New York. With image size of 9”x11” on 11.75”x14.75” paper, the piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

3. “The Sunny Hour” Currier & Ives Print. (Currier & Ives, 1850s60s) A hand colored lithograph titled “The Sunny Hour” by Currier and Ives. Measuring 20”x16”, the print is in good condition, with color fade to the paper, some spotting, and light staining to the bottom right edge. Opening Bid: $50.00

4. A Woman at Stern of Boat Advertising Print. (1900s) A print of a woman at the stern of a ship, wearing British sailor-style dress. Measuring 18.5”x8”, the print is in fair to good condition, with staining across the middle, bottom, and most of the edges. Opening Bid: $50.00

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5. An Original Book Illustration by Rene Lelong. (Lelong, 1905) A stunning watercolor on board by French Illustrator Rene Lelong (1871-1933). The artwork was created for author Guy de Maupassant’s last novel, “Notre Coeur,” published in 1905. The artwork measures 10.5”x11” visible within frame and matte and is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

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6. An Ink Drawing of a Flapper by Laura Ackerman. (Ackerman, 1920’s) An original ink drawing of a flapper signed by the artist, Laura Ackerman. This style of illustration was typically used in newspapers or fashion magazines of the time. Measuring 10”x5”, the piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00 7. A Lindbergh Family Portrait by Nell Brinkley. (Brinkley, 1930) An ink on paper drawing titled “Portrait of Charles, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, and Charles Jr.” by American illustrator Nell Brinkley. This delicate portrait of the famous aviator and family predates the tragic kidnapping of Charles Jr. which became known as “the crime of the century.” Brinkley was a prolific illustrator with a nearly forty-year career in New York newspapers and magazines from the 1910s through 40s. With an image area measuring 14”x11.5”, the piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

8. A Blond Woman in Green Gown Pastel Portrait. (1920’s-1930’s) A portrait of a blonde woman most likely created for the cover of an early movie magazine such as Movieland or Photoplay. Accomplished in pastels on canvas board, the piece is in very good condition, with a 2” spot at the base of her arm that appears to be restored, and some wear from age Opening Bid: $300.00

9. A Pastel Portrait of Actress Kay Francis. (1930s) A portrait of American actress Kay Francis. Portraits of Francis in this style appeared on the cover of dozens of movie magazines in the 1930s. Accomplished in pastel, and measuring 15”x18.75”, the painting is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

10. An Original Painting by Walter G. Ratterman. (Ratterman, 1930s) An unfinished painting by artist Walter G. Ratterman. Ratterman (1887-1944) was a prolific New York artist known for portraying ordinary people engaged in common activities of their daily life. This study of a man and woman with a small cake is characteristic of his style and was likely intended for an advertisement or magazine illustration. The work is signed by Ratterman and labeled in pencil “sketch” and “unfinished.” Accomplished in watercolor and pencil with an image size of 11”x11”, the piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

11. An Original Illustration by Raeburn Van Buren. (Van Buren, 1936) An original illustration of a girl riding a bicycle by American artist Raeburn Van Buren (1891-1987). Best known for his work on the syndicated comic Abbie an’ Slats, Van Buren’s work was seen in prominent magazines including Life, The Saturday Evening Post, The New Yorker, and Colliers. Measuring 18”x19.5”, the pencil drawing is signed in ink, and in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

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After moving to Los Angeles in 1929, his work included art for the motion picture industry and private portrait commissions. Signed and dated 1934, this dramatic portrait piece is one of the largest on record. On a 40”x72” canvas, the subject is presented at nearly life size and holds the viewer in her gaze as she crests a hilltop. This unique portrait is in fine condition, showing slight wear from display. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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12. A Portrait of a Lady by Alexander Rosenfeld. (Rosenfeld, 1934) A portrait of a Lady with greyhounds, by Alexander Rosenfeld. Rosenfeld rose to prominence in the 1920s painting the elite of Boston and New York.

13. A Portrait of a Woman by Alexander Rosenfeld. (Rosenfeld, 1940s) A Portrait of a Woman by Alexander Rosenfeld. Classically trained in his native Poland before settling in the USA in 1924, Rosenfeld rose to prominence painting portraits of the East Coast elite. Moving to Los Angeles in 1929, his career expanded to paintings and murals for films including The Ten Commandments and Cleopatra. We are unsure if this is a portrait, or something done for one of the many movies he worked on. Accomplished in oils on canvas, the image measures 19”x23.5”, and the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

14. “Zena” by Alexander Rosenfeld. (Rosenfeld, 1939) An original portrait titled “Zena” by Alexander Rosenfeld (1905-1995). Rosenfeld was known for his celebrity portraits as well as his work on classic films including “Cleopatra” and “The Ten Commandments.” Accomplished in conte or oil pastels, the painting is signed with a different signature than seen on other pieces by Rosenfeld, but clearly identified as his on a label from a 1943 exhibit. Measuring 14”x18.5” visible image within a frame, the painting is in fine condition Opening Bid: $200.00

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15.

The original painting for the pinup

is a noted American pinup artist who graduated from the American Academy of Art in 1936. In 1937 he joined a stable of artists painting calendar pinups for Louis F. Dow, a leading publishing company. During this time, he created (60) original pin-up paintings, including “Doctor’s Orders,” which has become one of his most famous images. The piece is painted over an earlier work entitled “Figures Don’t Lie,” which was reworked using the same face into “Doctor’s Orders.” The canvas was professionally retouched to conceal elements of the early work that were still visible. Both pinups are typically dated to 1939, but this canvas bears the date April 20, 1937, with copyright attributed to Louis F. Dow Co. Measuring 26”x32”, the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $5,000.00

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“Doctor’s Orders” by Gil Elvgren. (Elvgren, 1937) “Doctor’s Orders” by Gil Elvgren. Elvgren (19141980)

16. An Original Painting By Charles Bryson. (Bryson, 1930s) A painting of a man and woman by artist Charles Bryson. Bryson was a New York painter known for his illustration and advertising artwork, notably for Coca-Cola campaigns. Measuring 11”x11”, the piece is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

17. An Original Painting By Charles Bryson. (Bryson, 1940s)

An original painting by Charles Bryson (1902-1982). Bryson was known for his illustration and advertising art. In addition to artwork for books and magazines, he also created work for Coca-Cola. Measuring 18”x18”, the artwork is composed of gouache on board and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

18. A Woman and Baby Illustration by Charles Bryson. (Bryson, 1940s-50s) An original watercolor painting of a woman and baby, signed by artist Charles Bryson. This image was most likely created for a cigarette campaign, due to the carton at center. Measuring 21.5”x14”, the piece is in fair condition, with spotting, staining, and light smudges. Opening Bid: $200.00

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19. An Original Portrait of Linda Darnell by Walters. (Walters, 1938) An original oil, pastel, and gouache illustration of actress Linda Darnell, by artist Walters. The exact date of this drawing is unknown, though it is based on a photo shoot by 20th Century Fox photographer Frank Polovny, that occurred when a 15-year-old Darnell was signed to that studio in 1938. Measuring 13”x13.25” on 18”x18” paper, the portrait is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

20. An Original Watercolor For The Saturday Evening Post. (The Saturday Evening Post, 1930s-40s) An original watercolor painting, produced for The Saturday Evening Post. With image size of 6.5”x8” on 12”x16” artboard, the piece is in fine condition, exhibiting slight color shift from age. The artboard has some paper lift from a mat and discoloration on the far edges from the image. Opening Bid: $200.00

21. An Original Campfire Painting by Burt Goodloe. (Goodloe, 1940s-50s) An original illustration of a couple around a campfire, by artist Burt Goodloe. The humorous vignette depicts a husband and wife by campfire with a dog who appears reluctant to eat the husband’s cooking. Accomplished in pencil and gouache, the 14”x9” piece is in fine condition, with light spots from handling. Opening Bid: $100.00

22. Woman in Waiting Room Original Art. (Held, 1940s) A portrait of a woman in a dentist’s waiting room. The artist signed “A. Held” and used his own name for the dentist’s door. Accomplished in charcoal pencil and gouache, the 14”x18” piece is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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23. An Original Magazine Illustration by James Lewis. (James Lewis, 1940s) An original painting by illustrator James Lewis, most likely created for a magazine illustration in the 1940s. Accomplished in gouache on pressed illustration board, the piece is matted and framed with an exposed image size of 13”x13”. The artwork is in very good condition with expected wear from age. The 22.5”x18.5” frame is in good condition with scratches and chips throughout. The artwork has not been examined out of the frame. Opening Bid: $200.00

24. An Original Illustration Art by Alfred Sherman. (Sherman, 1940s-50s) An original painting of a woman with a feather duster by Alfred Sherman. Most likely a magazine illustration, it features a housewife distracted from her chores by a good book. With a visible image in a frame of 14”x12”, the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

25. An Original Painting of a Man & Woman at a Horse Race (1950s-60s) An original painting created for publication of a man and woman timing a racehorse. This was most likely to illustrate a short story in a magazine, as a vertical pencil line marks where the page fold would fall. The unfinished look of portions of the image was likely a stylistic choice rather than indicating an unfinished work. With image size of 12”x9” on 15”x10.5” art board, the painting is in very good condition with small smudges. Opening Bid: $100.00

26. An Original

Charlie

(Charlie McGill, 1955) An original portrait of Maila Nurmi, the 1950s TV horror hostess and star of Ed Wood’s “Plan Nine from Outer Space. Nurmi is showcased in her guise as the sultry “Vampira” alongside a tiger. Artist McGill, best known for his sports cartoons and over 4,000 portraits of athletes, stepped outside of his typical subject matter for this piece. Signed “Charles” instead of his usual “Charlie,” this 1955 portrait predates McGill’s stated first art sale by a year. Accomplished in ink on coquille paper, the 17.5”x13.25” art is in fine condition, with slight wear to edges from age. Opening Bid: $300.00

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Vampira Illustration by McGill.

A beautiful original portrait painting

artwork was most likely created for one of the numerous pin-up calendars Frush illustrated for in the

Frush is considered one of the best pin-up illustrators during the golden era of the calendar art market. Her illustrations are well known with collectors and quite desirable. The artwork measures 19.5”x26” within a custom 24.5”x30.5” frame. The artwork is in fine condition and the frame is in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening

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27. Original Golden Girl 1957 Calendar Art by Pearl Frush. (Pearl Frush, 1957) by pin-up artist Pearl Frush (1907-1986). The 1940s and 1950s. Bid: $500.00

Commercial Calendar Portrait by Mayo

In the mid-20th century, calendars featuring women were popular promotional items for businesses. Artist Mayo Olmstead (1925-2004) produced at least (3) paintings in this style featuring a woman wearing jewelry and a flower. Measuring 18”x14”, the painting is accomplished in gouache on artist board and is in good condition, with some scuffing in the lower third, and staining visible to the painting’s right edge and forearm of the subject. Opening Bid: $300.00

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28. Original “Blonde Bombshell” Painting by Arthur Sarnoff. (Sarnoff, 1960’s-70’s) The original oil painting titled “Blonde Bombshell” by Arthur Sarnoff. Sarnoff (1919-2000) was a prolific New York artist known for magazine Illustration, portraiture, and genre painting. Measuring 23”x29.5”, the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $800.00 29. Original Calendar Girl Portrait by Mayo Olmstead. (Mayo Olmstead, 1970s) An original Olmstead.

30. Christmas Elf Original Artwork. (1930s-40s) Original illustration art of a Christmas elf under a tree with toys. This is likely for a greeting card or storybook, dating back to the 1940s or 30s. Measuring 4.5”x3.5” on 4.75”x6” artboard, the piece is in fair condition, with spots of paper loss and scuffs throughout the image. Opening Bid: $50.00

created for “Snowy the Traveling Snowman,” with a copy of book. The set includes (17) 5.5”x7.5” paintings, (1) 1.5”x5”, and (1) 3”x5.5”. All were published in the book except (1) of the large paintings, with (7) of them only appearing in black and white. The art is in good condition with wear from production and handling, and the 7.5”x6.6” book is in fair condition, loose from the cover, but complete. Opening Bid: $200.00

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33. Original “Farm Girl” Cover Art by Julian Paul. (Julian Paul, 1951) An original oil on board painting for the cover of a 1951 paperback book, “Farm Girl (Rush to the Sun) by well-known pulp artist Julian Paul. The stunning artwork measures 19.5”x25.5”, is signed at the lower right, and in fine condition. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

32. “A Diary of Love” Cover Painting by Cozzarelli. (Cozzorelli, 1950) The original painting for the cover of “A Diary of Love” by prolific pulp artist Frank Cozzorelli. Accomplished in gouache, the painting is signed at the lower right by the artist. Measuring 23.5”x30”, the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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34. A 1958 Cover Painting for “Fair Game.” (1958) A cover painting for the pulp novel “Fair Game” written by Clement Wood, with a copy of the book. This is one of (3) women visible in the full cover. Measuring 9.5”x16.5” the painting is in very good to fine condition, with very slight scuffing. Opening Bid: $100.00

36. “The Kill” Cover Painting by Edgar Hadges. (Edgar Hodges, 1959) An original cover painting for Emile Zola’s “The Kill,” signed by artist Edgar Hodges. This painting with applied graphic elements for text, including spine, was created for the 1959 WDL Books edition of the novel produced by World Distributors (Manchester) Ltd. in England. Hodges was born in 1928, and notably illustrated many Annuals in the UK, including the first two for Thomas the Tank Engine, and Dr. Who during the 1970s. Measuring 15”x20”, the art is in fine condition with (4) graphic elements to the cover and spine, and missing both two “L”s and two logos. Opening Bid: $200.00

37. An Original Painting for “The Ladies’ Maid” Book. (1960s-1970s) A striking original oil painting for the cover of an unknown (and perhaps unreleased) novel. A note on the back identifies this as “The Ladies’ Maid” but no work with that specific title can be traced to that era. While the artist and work are unknown, this painting remains a quintessential example of paperback book art from that time. Accomplished in oil, the 18”x29” painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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35. A “No Nice Girl” Cover Painting by James Bentley. (Pyramid Books, 1959) A painting by American artist James Bentley for the cover of “No Nice Girl” by Gale Wilhelm. Accomplished in gouache on artist board, the 12”x10” painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

38. Original “Pollyanna” Little Golden Cover Art. (Golden Press, 1960) The original painting and title stat for the cover of the Little Golden Book “Pollyanna,” with a copy of the book. Accomplished in gouache on artboard by Karen Hedstrom, the 17”x12” art is in very fine condition. The 6”x11” title stat is in good condition with marks from production use. The 6.75”x8” book is in good condition with typical wear to edges and cover including light scuffs. Opening Bid: $200.00

39. “Across the Pacific by Raft” Painting by Denver Gillen. (Gillen, 1964) An original illustration by Denver Gillen of Thor Heyerdahl’s “Kon-Tiki.” Gillen (1914-1975) was known for his magazine illustration, landscape, and mural art. This illustration was created for an excerpt of the book published in the 1964 Grade 8 textbook “Exploration Through Reading.” Accomplished in mixed media including paints and pencils, the illustration is in very fine condition, with visible image measuring 10.25”x14”. Opening Bid: $200.00

40. An Original Romance Novel Cover Layout Painting. (1960s-1970s) An original cover layout painting for an unknown romance novel. Accomplished in gouache, the painted area measures 4.2”x4.8” within a 4.2”x7” penciled rectangle denoting the dimensions of a full paperback cover. An editorial note in pencil suggests a change to the angle of the background church in the final piece. On artboard measuring 5”x8”, the piece is in very good production used condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

41. Unused Original Dust Jacket Painting by Edrien King. (King, 1972) An unused painting by Edrien King for the cover and spine of the dust jacket for “The House of Sphinx” by Louise Bergstrom. Although this art was painted for publishing house Thomas Bouregy & Co. in 1972, the romance novel was only released by Dell in paperback form in 1975, with different cover art. Edrien King was a prolific cover artist in the 1960s and 70s, and this is a prime example of her work. Accomplished in gouache and wax crayon, the image measures 9.5”x12” on 15”x12.25” artboard and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

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42. An Original “Changing of the Wives” Cover Illustration. (1974) An original painting used for the cover of a 1974 pulp-erotica book titled “The Changing Of The Wives.” Accomplished in watercolor, the image measures 4”x5” on 9”x8.5” watercolor paper and is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

43. Original “Murder on Cue” Cover Art . (Dell, 1984) The original cover art for the 1984 edition of Murder on Cue by Jane Dentinger. Each book in Dell’s “Murder Ink” series in 1984 featured a cover image with a missing puzzle piece. Accomplished by an unknown artist in pastels, this 20”x22” original art is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

44. Original Archie Comic Book and Digest Art. (Archie Comics, 2004-2006) The original art for (2) full stories and (1) digest cover of Archie Comics. Included are the full (6) page story titled “Owl Say” from Archie Double Digest #238 (April 2013), the (10) page story “Gentleman Jughead!” from Jughead & Friends Digest #16 (2007), and the cover art for that digest featuring the same story. Fernando Ruiz penciled all the art and wrote the “Gentleman Jughead!” story and signed the cover and first pages of the stories for a total of (3) signatures. With the story pages measuring 11”x17” and the cover art 11.5”x17.5”, all the art is in fine condition with slight wear from use. Opening Bid: $600.00

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45. An Original Print Advertisement Painting. (1940s-50s) An original painting for a magazine or newspaper advertisement. With an image size of 9”x10” on 13”x11.25” paper, the painting is in very good condition with slight spotting and color shift to the paper’s edges. Opening Bid: $100.00

46. An Early Print Ad Illustration. (1930s) A beautiful gouache and pencil illustration of a woman sitting on a bed. Most likely an unfinished piece created for a print advertisement, the artwork measures 12”x15” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

47. Clothing Advertisement Illustration by Ruth E. Hauck. (Hauck, 1940s) An original illustration for a men’s clothing advertisement, drawn and signed by Ruth E. Hauck. Hauck was an American artist who also drew for Catholic Action Illustrated Comics. This piece has two images of men wearing coats, with emphasis on their design and lining. Measuring 10”x6.5”, the piece is in very good condition with light color shift to the paper from age. Opening Bid: $100.00

48. A Woman in Coat Original Magazine Painting. (1930s40s) An original oil on canvas painting of a woman in a fur coat. The image was most likely created for a 1930s fan magazine. Measuring 12.75”x15.5”, the painting is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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49. An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement. (1930s-40s) An original charcoal and paint illustration most likely for a clothing advertisement in a newspaper or magazine. Measuring 17.5”x21”, the illustration on artboard is in very good condition, with an 8” split in the board visible above the man’s head. Opening Bid: $100.00

50. Woman on Boat Advertising Art for Dow Chemical. (Dow, 1940s-1950s) An original painting for a Dow Chemicals magazine ad, accomplished in graphite, ink, and gouache. Dow grew greatly during World War II, and in the post-war advertised heavily to promote their products’ value in everyday life. This is the concept painting for an ad in their standard magazine format of a painted image of American life (made better through chemistry), with caption and text beneath, and logo in the lower right corner. Measuring 12.5”x16.5”, the piece is in very good condition with slight wear from handling. Opening Bid: $200.00

51. An Original Female Driver Painting by Harry Fredman. (Fredman, 1950s-60s) A beautiful original painting of a woman driver by Harry Fredman (1923-1999). Fredman was a prolific advertising artist and at one time owned the largest art studio in New York City. He created several portraits of drivers directly behind the wheel for an Amoco Gas campaign, including this one. Measuring 14”x23.75”, the painting is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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52. An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement. (1950s/60s) A fantastic original illustration for a magazine or advertisement featuring a pilot and three stewardesses. Accomplished in gouache on illustration board, the artwork is beautifully framed with a mat opening of 13.5”x8.5”. The artwork is in fine condition. The 19”x14” frame is in very good condition with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $200.00 53. “TWA--Jet Set in Comfort” Painting by Len Oehman. (TWA, 1960s) A “TWA--Jet Set in Comfort” original painting by Len Oehmen. Oehman is known for his advertising and illustration work including this piece done for a TWA campaign. Depicting a relaxed and comfortable air travel experience that seems like a dream today, the painting is accomplished in gouache on board. Measuring 21”x14”, the piece is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

Media Theorist Marshall McLulan called advertising the greatest art form of the 20th Century. He also said “Great art speaks a language which every intelligent person can understand,” and that’s certainly the goal of advertising: to convey to all how a product will fulfill our wants and needs. Great ads do more than sell a product. They become shared touchstones to nostalgic memories of times gone by.

54. “Every Eye Finds its Own Beauty” Embossed Print. (1899) An embossed print of a damsel and sailor enjoying the view at sea. Titled “Every Eye Finds its Own Beauty,” the work is a ribald joke with the sailor glancing at her scandalous exposed ankle while she scans the horizon. Measuring 11.25”x21”, the piece is in fine condition, showing very light edge wear considering its age. It comes in a custom nautical-themed frame. Opening Bid: $100.00

55. A Gouraud’s Oriental Cream Store Display Sign (Gouraud’s, 1920s) A store display sign for Gouraud’s Oriental Cream. Made of printed paper mounted to board, the sign measures 19.75”x9.5” and is in good condition, with edge wear, fading, and a 2” stain beside the text. Opening Bid: $50.00

56. A Pepsi-Cola Store Display Sign. (Pepsi-Cola, 1930s) A Pepsi-Cola store display sign. Printed on heavy artboard it promises a “nickel drink - worth a dime.” Measuring 8”x15.75”, the sign is in very good condition, with some creases across the label’s image, and slightly to the bottom left corner. Opening Bid: $50.00

good condition, with light scuffs, and faint staining at the bottom right edge of the six-pack image. Opening Bid: $50.00

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57. A Squirrel Brand Salted Peanuts Display Sign. (Squirrel Brand, 1930s) An antique Squirrel Brand Salted Peanuts store display sign. The sign is composed of thin cardstock with adhered vintage hanging hardware on reverse. Measuring 12”x11”, the cardboard sign is in good condition with few creases, dust, and spots of discoloration. Opening Bid: $25.00 58. A Pepsi-Cola Store Display. (Pepsi-Cola, 1940s) A cardboard store display for “Bigger Better” Pepsi-Cola featuring Keystone Cop cartoon characters. A ringlet at the top allows it to be suspended from above. Measuring 24”x15”, the display is in very 59. A Westinghouse Lamps Store Display. (Westinghouse, 1940s) A cardboard store display for Westinghouse light bulbs. Measuring 23”x17.75”, the sign is in very good condition, with slight wear to the bottom corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

60. An Edelbrew Beer Menu Advertisement. (Edelbrew, 1940s) An Edelbrew Beer advertisement on a blank beer menu. Measuring 11”x15”, the piece is in very good condition, with some color shift and light wear from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

61. An Original Dr Pepper Store Display with Wood Frame. (Dr. Pepper, 1940’s) An original store display for Doctor Pepper. Dr. Pepper’s early slogan was “Drink a bite to eat at 10, 2, and 4.” This ad reminds the consumer to drink a soda three times a day to combat low blood sugar and reinforces it with a figural three handed clock atop the wooden frame. Measuring 28”x33.5”, the sign is in good condition, with wear from display including scratches, staining, and spots of lifted paper in the upper left quarter. Opening Bid: $100.00

(Coca-Cola, 1948, 1980s) A pair of Coca-Cola tin lithographic trays. The tray featuring the two women is a 1940s original while the other is a reproduction of a 1948 tray. Measuring 13.5”x10.5”, the trays are in fair-to-good condition, with oxidation, tarnish, and wear to painted areas Opening Bid: $25.00

63. A Squirt Soda Store Display. (Squirt, 1970s) A store display for Squirt soda. The piece is composed of vibrant lithographic imagery on cardstock. Measuring 18.5”x15”, the cardboard display is in fine condition Opening Bid: $25.00

64. A Small Kodak Film Standee. (Kodak, 1980s) A countertop display for Kodak of a girl in swimsuit with film. Measuring 21”x5”, the piece is in very good condition, with very light wear to edges. Opening Bid: $25.00

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Before television, the poster was arguably the most important medium for promoting motion pictures. Great care was taken in distilling an entire film down to one iconic image or collage that would entice the viewer to come see all that poster promised. More than any other kind of advertisement, movie posters are prized, collected, and even praised as works of art themselves.

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65. An Original “Slave Ship” Swedish One Sheet Poster. (20th Century Fox, 1937) An original release Swedish one sheet poster for the film “Slave Ship” starring Warner Baxter and Wallace Beery. Measuring 35”x47”, the poster displays in fine condition, showing slight lines from original folds, and minor restoration along those lines. Opening Bid: $200.00

67. An Original Poster Concept Art for “Devil Goddess.” (Columbia Pictures, 1955) Original concept art for a poster of Johnny Weissmuller’s “Devil Goddess.” Accomplished in pencil, crayon, and gouache, this piece closely matches the art used in window cards and insert posters for the film, with slight differences in the placement of characters and elements. Measuring 7”x13.75”, the piece is in very good condition, with some waviness to the paper from age. Opening Bid: $300.00

68. A 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea Window Card. (Disney, 1954) An original window card for “20,000 Leagues under the Sea.” These window cards were printed with a large white box at the top for theaters to fill in with specific showtime information. This poster has that area covered with the vinyl letters “Coming Attraction” indicating the poster was displayed in a theater before the film’s release on December 23, 1954. Measuring 14”x22”, the window card is in very good condition, with one heavy fold across the middle. Opening Bid: $100.00

66. A Margaret Hamilton Signed Publicity Photo. (Margaret Hamilton, 1930s-40s)

A signed publicity photo of actress Margaret Hamilton. Best known as the Wicked Witch in “The Wizard of Oz,” the signed photo of Hamilton is displayed beside a print of her in that role. The dedicated and signed photo measures 8”x11” and is in good condition, with clear signature, and small creases throughout. The entire framed piece measures 25”x16” and displays in very good condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

69. A “Walt Disney’s The Living Desert” Insert Poster. (Disney, 1953) An original release insert poster for “The Living Desert”, Walt Disney’s first feature length True Life Adventure. RKO’s reluctance to distribute this film led to the creation of Disney’s own Buena Vista Pictures Distribution Company. Measuring 14”x36”, the poster displays in good condition, with (3) horizontal creases from folding, and light scratches and scuffs throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

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70. A Trio of 1950’s Music Idol Magazines. (Charlton, 1954-1956) A set of (3) music magazines of the 1950’s, framed together. Covers feature top stars Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and James Dean. The total framed piece measures 17.25”x 31.75”. Measuring 11.25”x8” each, the magazines display in very good condition, with edge wear typical of use. Opening Bid: $25.00

71. A “To Hell and Back” Half Sheet Movie Poster. (Universal, 1955) An original release half sheet poster for the 1955 Audie Murphy film “To Hell and Back.” A discreet stamp from the “Centrale Commisssie voor Filmkeuring” indicates the U.S. produced poster was displayed in the Netherlands. Measuring 22”x28”, the poster is in good condition with original creases, edgewear, and pin holes at corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

Bundle of Them All” Insert

(MGM, 1968) An original release insert poster for “The Biggest Bundle of Them All” starring Raquel Welch and Robert Wagner. Measuring 14”x36”, the poster is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

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72. “The Biggest Poster.

73. A “Blackboard Jungle” Canadian Rerelease Poster. (National Film, 1960s) A one sheet poster for the Canadian rerelease of Blackboard Jungle. Notably, this poster gives top billing to Sidney Poitier, who was fairly unknown when the film debuted in 1955. Measuring 22”x34”, the poster displays in good condition, with creases from original folds, and wear including pinholes and tears from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

74. A Saturday Night Fever One Sheet Movie Poster (Paramount, 1977) An original one sheet poster for Saturday Night Fever. The film was originally released with an “R” rating and 118-minute running time, then cut to 113 minutes with a “PG” rating, as this poster reflects. Measuring 27”x41”, the poster is mounted to cardboard, in fair condition, with rippling, edge wear, and some water

75. A “2001: A Space Odyssey” One-Sheet Poster. (MGM/United Artists, 1980) An original rerelease one sheet poster for 2001: A Space Odyssey. With art by Robert McCall, the poster measures 27”x41” and is in good condition, with pinholes, marks, and creases from original folds as issued. Opening Bid: $50.00

76. A Blade Runner Replicant Detection Unit Patch. (Warner Brothers, 1982) A Blade Runner Replicant Detection unit patch. Measuring 3.25”x4.5”, the patch mounted to plastic with pinbacks is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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77. An “Independence Day” Signed One Sheet Poster. (20th Century Fox, 1996) An original release one sheet poster for Independence Day, signed by Director Roland Emmerich and Producer Dean Devlin. Emmerich followed his signature with “ID4-Ever”, which for a time was planned to be the title of a sequel. Measuring 27”x40”, the poster displays in good condition, with some edge wear and small scuffs. Opening Bid: $50.00 78. An “Independence Day” One-Sheet Poster. (20th Century Fox, 1996) An original release one sheet poster for Independence Day Signed by producer Dean Devlin. Measuring 27”x40”, the poster displays in good condition, with edge wear, rippling across the top, and small scuffs. Opening Bid: $50.00 79. A “The Lion King” One Sheet Poster. (Disney, 1994) An original release one sheet poster for The Lion King. Measuring 27”x40”, the poster is in very good condition with slight wear to the top left corner. Opening Bid: $100.00 80. A “Pocahontas” One Sheet Poster. (Disney, 1995) An original release one sheet poster for “Pocahontas.” Measuring 27”x40”, the poster is in good condition, with some waviness and edge wear from handling and storage. Opening Bid: $50.00
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81. A Bob’s Big Boy Print by Stan Cline. (Stan Cline, Nostalgia Graphics) A lithograph of a Stan Cline painting that depicts a 1961 view of Bob’s Big Boy on Van Nuys Blvd in the San Fernando Valley. Cline began painting the vanishing landmarks of Southern California in 1977. With viewable image size of 15”x12”, the lithograph is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00 82. A Felix the Cat Chevrolet Print by Stan Cline. (Stan Cline, Nostalgia Graphics) A Lithograph of a Stan Cline painting that depicts a 1957 view of the Felix the Cat Chevrolet dealership in Los Angeles. Cline began painting the vanishing landmarks of Southern California in 1977. With viewable image size of 15”x12”, the lithograph is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

There are conflicting stories about Felix the Cat’s origin, but his popularity after debuting on the screen in 1919 cannot be denied. Unfortunately, creator Pat Sullivan’s reluctance to make talkie cartoons - followed by a half-hearted attempt to do so later - likely led to Felix being eclipsed by a relative upstart in 1928, Mickey Mouse. Felix’s expressive character and surreal manipulation of the cartoon world influenced many characters who followed in his footsteps, including perhaps the Mouse himself.

83. A Rare Felix the Cat Wind-Up Tin Toy by Nifty. (Nifty, 1920s) A rare handpainted Felix the Cat wind-up tin toy. Made in Germany for the Nifty Toy Com pany, this is one of the first Felix Toys pro duced and captures his famous “hands behind his back” walk. When wound, Felix walks by waddling from side to side. Measuring 4.5”x7” tall, the toy is in good condition, with light oxidation, and spots of wear to the paint including some large chips from the head and face. Opening Bid: $100.00

84. A Felix the Cat Mechanical Pull Toy with Box. (Nifty, 1920s) A Felix the cat tin-litho pull toy and original box manufactured by Nifty in the 1920s. Measuring 7.5”x4”x5.75” tall, the toy features a wheeled platform with three different images of Felix on each side. The platform has a two-dimensional figure of Felix at the back and a pair of two-dimensional mice at the front. When pulled by a string, the wheels turn, moving cranks on the underside that cause Felix and the mice to move up and down and back and forth. The toy works well and is in very good condition with expected aging and missing its original pull string. The extremely rare 8”x6.25”x4.25” tall box is in good condition with all flaps and clean imagery but wear and tears along the edges. A great example of a classic Felix toy. Opening Bid: $200.00

85. A Felix the Cat Wood Jointed Doll. (Schoenhut, 1924) A Felix the Cat wood jointed doll by Schoenhut. Standing 4” tall (the smaller of two sizes made), Felix is in very good to fine condition, with very slight wear to the face and “F” in name decal. Opening Bid: $50.00

86. A Felix the Cat Wind-Up Tin Toy Scooter. (Chein, 1920s) A Felix the Cat wind-up tin scooter toy. When wound, Felix pumps up and down as the scooter zooms forward. Two versions of this toy were made, with the other produced by Guntermann of Germany. Measuring 8”x6.75” tall, the toy is in good working condition, with typical wear from

toy features Felix as the driver. Felix has metal arms attached to the steering wheel. When pulled, Felix pops up and down. The original fabric “ears” are there but well worn. The back of the car has the Pat Sullivan 1924 copyright. In very good condition with wear from age and use, Opening Bid: $200.00

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Do we ever forget our favorite toys? The playthings of our childhood remind us of the kids we used to be, and toys of the past are window into the lives of generations before us.
use. Opening Bid: $200.00 87. A “Speedy Felix” Wooden Pull Toy. (Nifty, 1931) A rare Felix the Cat wooden pull toy. The 4.5”x12”x4.75”

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88. A Pair of Bonzo the Dog Bisque Figurines. (Borgfeldt, 1920s) A Pair of bisque figurines of George Studdy’s Bonzo Dog. British comic strip artist George Studdy created Bonzo in 1922. He became popular in England and appeared in several prominent newspapers and magazines. In 1924, he appeared in the first of 26 animated shorts that catapulted him to worldwide popularity. The figures were manufactured in Japan and distributed through the George Borgfeldt Co. Measuring 3” tall, the figurines are in good condition exhibiting mild dust, a few scuffs, and wear to paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

89. A Dandy Periscope by Marks Bros. Toys. (Marks Bros., 1925) A toy periscope by Marks Brothers of Boston. With two angled mirrors inside, the user can see around corners and over walls. The lithographic wrap shows 1920’s children playing with it. Measuring 4”x17”, the toy is in good working condition, with some waviness to the litho paper, and light wear to the graphics overall including some chipping. Opening Bid: $50.00

90. A William Krause Charlie Chaplin Slate Dancer. (William Krause, 1920s) A dancing tin litho Charlie Chaplin toy. Designed as a steam toy accessory, Chaplin dances when the crank is turned by hand, or by the wheel connected to a toy steam engine. Measuring 6.25”x4”, the toy is in very good working condition, with slight oxidation to the figure’s connectors, base edges, and crank rods. Opening Bid: $50.00

91. Vintage Halloween Pumpkin Die-Cut Lantern. (1930s) A rare American made die-cut cardboard lantern from the 1930s. The 3”x6.25”x5.5” tall double sided lantern features paper inserts for the eyes and mouth, in fine condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

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92. A Pair of Rare Tin Wind-Up Boat by Lindstrom. 1920s-1930s) A pair of rare tin wind-up boats made in the 1920s and 30s by Lindstrum. The speedboat measuring 2.5”x7.25”x2.5” high is labeled “Miss America” after the boats Gar Wood broke many speed records with in the 1920’s and early 1930’s. The paddle wheeler is wound by a key inserted in the smokestack, and while carefully built and balanced to operate, has no marks to indicate who produced it. The speedboat is in good condition with wear from use and oxidation in spots and at seams. When wound it does not function and needs servicing. The 3.25”x7.5”x3” high paddle wheeler is in very good condition with light wear from use, and although not tested by key, can be wound and operated by the paddle wheel. Opening Bid: $100.00

93. A rare Ingap Topolino Tin Wind-Up Race Car (Ingap, 1931)

A rare wind-up tin racer Topolino Mouse car by Ingap of Italy. The tin litho toy features striking images of cats and mice. When wound, this toy still functions fairly well, driving forward while rocking up and down. Measuring 4.5”x5.5”x3.5” tall, the toy is in fair condition with missing ears, a loose back wheel, and wear including oxidation. It is still an excellent example of a unique early tin litho toy. Opening Bid: $50.00

94. Collection of Toy Flat Tin Soldiers. (1930s) An interesting collection of (40) handpainted flat tin soldiers most likely made in Germany in the 1930s. Measuring between 1” and 2.5” tall, all are in very good condition and displayed together in a hinged wooden display case. Opening Bid: $50.00

95. A German Mohair “Bully” Bulldog by Steiff (Steiff, 1930’s) A French Bulldog plush in a rare orange color, by Steiff of Germany. “Bully” has amber glass eyes, a swivel neck, velvet corded mouth line, collar ruff, and wire-framed ears with Steiff button in ear. Measuring 10” high, the dog is in fair condition, with extensive wear from display, the wire of the left ear partially exposed, and 2”x1” of the mohair covering his right hind leg missing. Opening Bid: $100.00

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96. A Vintage 1930s Celluloid Baby Car riage Toy & Box. (Japan, 1930s) A celluloid Baby Carriage toy manufactured in Japan. Measuring 6” tall and 5”x3.25”, the fragile toy is in fine condition with light wear. The orig inal 6.25”x6.5”x3.5” cardstock box and lid are in good-to-fair condition with tears, wear, annotation, and repair to lid, and retaining product label. Opening Bid: $50.00

98. A Betty-Boop Celluloid Wind-Up Nodder. (Japan, 1930s) A Betty Boop celluloid wind-up nodder with original box. Made in Japan in the 1930’s, she retains a tax/import stamp on her back. The 6.5” celluloid figure with separate head and counterweight is attached to a 2.5” diameter painted metal base. It was designed with a rubber band attached to the head and running through the base. When wound the head would nod back and forth. The band has deteriorated with age but can be replaced. The head moves freely on its own when the counterweight is pushed. In very good working condition with slight wear from age. The 2.5”x2.5”x7” box is in good condition with wear overall, oxidation to the staples, and chipping to the edges of the label. Opening Bid: $100.00

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The Frog Doll produced in England by the Dean’s Rag Book Company in 1930. The Velveteen stuffed doll has a fabric bow tie and has distinct copyright and registration numbers on the bottom of each foot. The doll is in very good condition with expected fading from age. It looks like a small seam in the back may have been re-stitched at some point but does not affect the doll in any way. Opening Bid: $200.00

99. A Pair of Oswald the Lucky Rabbit & Popeye Buttons. (King Features/Lantz, 1930s) A rare pair of buttons featuring Walter Lantz and Bill Nolan’s Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Penney’s Back to School Days with Popeye. Measuring 1” in diameter, the buttons are in good condition despite scuffs, few spots of discoloration, and minor wear to celluloid. The Popeye button is missing a spring pin and has oxidation to the shell and collet. Opening Bid: $50.00

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A Rare Flip the Frog Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Co. (Dean’s Rag Book Co, 1930) A rare 6.25” tall Flip

Popeye first appeared in E. C. Segar’s Thimble Theatre Comic Strip during its tenth year of publication, in early 1929. Introduced as a supporting character hired to crew a ship for one storyline, he proved so popular with readers that after an absence of only five weeks, He was brought back in a larger role. His superhuman strength was a staple from the beginning, but it wasn’t always attributed to spinach. Originally, he acquired it by stroking the head of “Bernice the Whiffle Hen, and in the 1935 Popeye radio show sponsored by a breakfast cereal, he sang “Wheatena’s me diet/I ax ya to try it/ I’m Popeye the sailor man.” The tin toys, games, and other collectibles in this section exemplify the enduring popularity of Popeye, Olive Oyl, and friends.

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Tin Litho Toys. (J. Chein Co., 1930s) A Pair of

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and Barnacle Bill. When wound both function properly, rocking back and forth as they waddle and spin. Both toys measure 6”x3” and are in very good working condition, with scuffs and light scratches typical of use and age. Opening Bid: $100.00

101. Popeye & Barnacle Bill in a Barrel Wind-Up Tin Toys. (J. Chein Co., 1932) A pair of tin litho wind-up toys featuring Popeye and Barnacle Bill. When wound, they waddle in circles with heads waggling. Measuring 7”x4”, both toys are in fine working condition, with light wear mainly to their feet and the top edge of Popeye’s barrel. Opening Bid: $100.00

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spins, creating a rat-a-tat-tat sound while sparks are generated. The sound function does operate, but the toy no longer sparks. Measuring 7” tall, the toy displays in very good condition, with light wear from use, and one tab to the drum top missing, making it a little loose. The 3”x2.5”x7” box displays in good condition with both end panels missing, a crease along one side, and small tears and holes, but overall presents itself well. Opening Bid: $400.00

103. A Boxing Popeye Wind-Up Toy by J. Chein. (J. Chein, 1930s)

A Popeye wind-up tin toy by the J. Chein Co. The toy depicts Popeye boxing a balloon and features a tin litho figure and base with a celluloid balloon. Measuring 2.75”x5x7.5” tall, the toy is in good working condition with original key, despite wear to mechanics, scratches and scuffs to celluloid and lithographic areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Pair of Popeye Barnacle Bill wind-up litho walker Popeye A Rare Drumming Popeye Sparkling Toy. (J. Chein, rare Drumming Popeye Sparkling toy with original box. mechanism the drum

104. Popeye Bag Puncher Wind-Up Tin Toy. (J. Chein & Co., 1930s) A Popeye tin litho bag puncher toy by J. Chein & Co. When wound Popeye punches the bag for his workout. The toy is in very good condition, with some light wear and oxidation to unpainted metal parts. The toy measures 5”x5”x9.5” tall. Included is a reproduction box for display.

105. A Popeye Wooden Jointed Figure. (Jaymar, 1930s) A 5” tall jointed wooden figure produced by Jaymar in the 1930s. The toy shows scattered wear but still stands well on its own for display. In very good condition overall. Opening Bid: $25.00

106. A Wimpy Celluloid Wind-Up Figure With Box. (Japan, 1930s) A celluloid wind-up toy of Wimpy with the original box. When wound, he functions properly, shuddering and shaking while twisting at the waist. Made in Japan before WWII, the toy retains a tax stamp on the back. Standing 7.5” high, Wimpy is in fine condition, although the tip of his cane is broken. The 2”x3”x7.5” box is in very good condition, with wear typical of age. Opening Bid: $50.00

107. A “Popeye Express” Marx Wind-Up Toy. (Marx, 1932) A “Popeye Express” Wind-up toy by Marx. When wound, Popeye walks forward swiftly pushing the cart, while the parrot rocks back and forth. Measuring 3”x8.75”x8” high, the toy is in fine condition, with light wear from use. Opening Bid: $100.00

108. A Rare Popeye Paint Set with Tin Litho Case. (American Crayon Company, 1933) A Popeye paint set by The American Crayon Company. With Popeye, Olive Oyl, and Swee’ Pea on the cover, the tin litho case still holds most of the original paint. Measuring 5.5”x4.5”x.75”, the piece is in very good condition with light wear typical of use and age. Opening Bid: $50.00

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109. A Popeye the Pilot Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Marx, 1930’s) A Popeye

Tin Lithograph airplane toy by Marx. This is a scarce earlier version of the Popeye the Pilot Toy, which saw graphic and design changes in later versions. When wound, the plane curves backwards and forwards in all directions. The toy has been tested as functioning with a light push to start it in motion. Measuring 8”x9”x5.5” high, the toy is in very good condition, with bright and glossy paint, wear to the right side of Popeye’s face, and small scratches and scuffs from use. Opening Bid: $200.00

110. A Walking Popeye Wind-Up Toy by Marx. (Marx, 1932)

A walking Popeye tin litho wind-up toy manufactured by Louis Marx & Co. The toy features a tin litho Popeye carrying parrot cages with a built-in mechanism and key. With the turn of the key, Popeye swings the parrot cages and walks forward. Measuring 8.25” tall, the toy is in good working condition, despite slight color fading, mild scuffs and scratches throughout, and oxidation to the key. The toy comes with a reproduction of the original box for display. Opening Bid: $100.00

tin litho bowl is in fine condition, with the kazoo very good showing light wear to mouthpiece. Opening Bid: $25.00

112. Large Popeye Composition and Wood Jointed Doll. (Ideal, 1935) A 14” Popeye doll with moveable com position head and body, with painted wood jointed arms and legs. Produced by the Ideal Toy and Novelty Company in the 1930’s, the doll has a copyright decal above his chest which reads well with some flaking and cracking. Popeye has his original pipe, and exhibits wear at the joints and chips and crazing in the paint throughout. It displays well and is an excellent example of this version of the doll. Opening Bid: $100.00

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113. A Popeye Pipe Toss Game. (Rosebud Art Co., 1935) A Popeye Pipe Toss Game produced by Rosebud Art Company of New York. A boxed ring toss game with Popeye’s wooden pipe as the target. The set comes with the box that serves as base, cutout figure of Popeye, pipe, and (2) of three original rings to throw, with the smallest ring missing. Measuring 10.5” high when assembled, the 10.75”x5”x1” boxed game is in very good condition, with typical wear from use and age. Opening Bid: $50.00

114. A “Wimpy’s Musical Hum-Burger” Tin Litho Toy. (Northwestern Products, 1936) A tin litho “Wimpy’s Musical Hum-burger” toy. Designed to look like Wimpy’s favorite food, the hamburger, it features an image of Wimpy on one side while the reverse has images of Popeye and his other friends. Measuring 3”x1”, the toy is in good condition, with edge wear and scratches. It is designed with openings on the side to “hum” into, in a kazoo like fashion. Opening Bid: $25.00

115. A Popeye and Olive Oyl Jiggers Toy & Box by Marx. (Marx, 1936) A Popeye and Olive Oyl Jiggers Toy by Louis-Marx & Co. Olive Oyl plays the accordion while Popeye dances a jig when the built-in key is turned. The toy features lithographic imagery of Wimpy, the Goon, and other characters around the Jigger House. Measuring 5.75”x3.5”x9.5” tall, the mechanized toy is in very good working condition despite minor oxidation to some areas, and few scratches and scuffs. The original 5.75”x3.5”x6.5” box is in very good condition, despite small tears to some faces, few areas of discoloration, and slight wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $200.00

116. A Rare Popeye the Pilot Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Marx, 1940’s) A Popeye Tin Lithograph airplane toy by Marx. When wound, the plane curves backwards and forwards in all directions. The toy has been tested with the spring and front wheels functioning well, but the rear wheel appears to need a small adjustment to function reliably. Measuring 8”x7”x5.5” tall, the toy is in very good to fine condition, with bright and glossy paint, oxidation to unpainted metal elements, and slight wear typical of use. Opening Bid: $200.00

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117. A Rare Popeye & Brutus “Funny Fire Fighters” Tin Toy. (Marx, 1941) A very rare Popeye “Funny Fire Fighters” wind-up tin litho toy with cellu loid figures of Popeye and Brutus. When wound, the truck swerves forward and backwards, and Popeye’s ladder spins. This rare 7.25”x3.25”.x8.25” tall toy is in fine working condition, with Popeye’s pipe intact, and both celluloid figures complete. The litho engine shows some typical wear from play, particularly to wheel edges. Opening Bid: $500.00

118. A Popeye Dippy Dumper Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Marx, 1940s)

A DIppy Dumper wind-up tin toy with a celluloid Popeye driver. When wound, the truck curves back and forth, tipping up so the truck bed spills back and Popeye tips forward. Measuring 9.5”x3.25”x6.5”, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from use, including small scuffs to color on the celluloid Popeye figure. Opening Bid: $100.00

Marx, 1950s) A tin litho horse and cart with a celluloid “Bluto” driver produced by Louis Marx & Co. in the 1950s. The 7” long and 5.5” tall toy has an internal wind-up mechanism in the cart that propels it forward when wound. The toy is in very good working condition with some fading to the celluloid and missing the original string reins. The box is in good condition with yellowing to the cardboard, and a 2” tear in the instuction panel. Overall, it is an excellent example of a rare toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

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condition with yellowing and wear from age. Overall, the toy presents very

121. A LineMar Olive Oyl Spinning Tin Top. (LineMar, 1950s) A friction operated Olive Oyl Ballet Dancer tin toy by LineMar. The 5.5” tall toy operates with a 6.5” metal key that sets Olive spinning on tiptoe. The toy is in very good working condition, with light wear from use, and the nose missing, which is typical for this piece. Opening Bid: $50.00

122. A Battery-Operated Bubble Blowing Popeye Tin Toy. (LineMar, 1950’s) A Battery-Operated Bubble Blowing Popeye by LineMar. Identified as one of the most sought-after bubble blowing toys, Popeye is designed to alternate between raising his lit pipe to his mouth and raising a can of spinach while opening his mouth to blow bubbles. This example, while displaying in fine to very fine condition, only lights his pipe with no movement. The toy measures 5”x4.25”x12” tall and comes with its original 4.25”x5”x12.5” tall box. The box is in very good condition with light wear and one edge of the box lid split. Opening Bid: $200.00

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123. Popeye the Basketball Player Wind-Up

mar, 1950’s) A tin litho Popeye the Basketball Player wind-up toy by LineMar. When wound, Popeye tosses the ball up into the hoop. Measuring 2.5”x3.5”x9”tall, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from use including slight spots of oxidation. The toy comes with a reproduction box for display. Opening Bid: $100.00

1950s) A tin litho wind-up tank by Linemar. When wound, the tank rolls forward with Popeye pushing up from underneath to roll it over backwards. Measuring 4”x3.5”x2.5” high, the toy is in good working condition, with wear, scratches, and scuffs. Opening Bid: $100.00

A scarce tin litho wind-up roller skater Popeye. Featuring a built-in mechanism and key, when wound Popeye rolls in circles and kicks back with his right leg to zoom in a straight line. The 6” tall toy has been tested and is in fine working condition with very slight sign of wear, and slight spotting near the waistband of the pants. The 3”x4.5”x7” box is in very good condition, with light wear, and (2) small tears about 1” total length

A Popeye Mechanical Tricycle with Revolving Bell wind-up tin toy by Linemar. The toy features a tin litho tricycle and body with celluloid arms and legs. With the turn of the built-in key, Popeye pedals while the bike rolls forward and the bell rings and spins. Measuring 2.75x 4.25” tall, the toy is in very good working condition with mild wear to tin lithographic areas. The toy comes with original good condition box, exhibiting slight wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Tin Toy. 125. A Roller Skater Popeye Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Linemar, 1950’s) on the edge of the top panel. Opening Bid: $100.00 126. A Popeye Wind-Up Tricycle by Linemar. (Linemar, 1950s)

127. A Mechanical Tumbling Popeye by LineMar. (LineMar, 1956) A Mechanical Tumbling Popeye manufactured in Japan by LineMar. The toy features a tin litho Popeye, with metal and wood pipe, and built-in folding key. Measuring 4.75” tall, the mechanized figure is in good working condition, despite slight scuffs and wear to lithographic imagery from use. The toy comes with the original box also in good condition, with wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

128. A Popeye Daily Dime Tin Litho Bank. (King Features, 1958) A Popeye Daily Dime Bank. Designed to help save up $5.00 by adding a dime a day, the tin litho bank will not open until (50) dimes are deposited. Measuring 2.5”x2.5”, the bank is in very good condition with light wear from handling. Opening Bid: $50.00

129. A Pair of Tin Litho Sparkling Popeye Toys. (J. Chein, 1959) A pair of Sparkling Popeye toys by the J. Chein Co., with (1) original box. One toy still sparkles in the pipe area when used, the other does not. Measuring 5” long, the pair display in very good condition, with light oxidation to unpainted metal elements. The 3.5”x4.5”x5.25” box is in fair condition, with wear overall, and one end flap missing. Opening Bid: $50.00

130. A Juggling Popeye and Olive Oyl Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Linemar, 1960’s) A tin litho wind-up Juggling Popeye and Olive Oyl by LineMar. When wound, Popeye’s arms spin, and the baton he holds strikes the legs of Olive Oyl’s chair, spinning her. The 9” toy is tested in very good working condition, with light wear from use. The toy comes with a reproduction box for display. Opening Bid: $100.00

131. A Popeye Lunchbox & Bottle by Thermos. (Thermos, 1964) A Popeye lunchbox and bottle by Thermos. The bottle and lunchbox feature Popeye, Wimpy, Swee’Pea, Olive Oyl, and Brutus (Bluto) in imagery inspired by the Popeye the Sailor television cartoons. The lunchbox measures 8.75”x6.75”x4”, while the bottle with cup is 8.25” tall and 3.25” in diameter. Each is in good condition, despite many scuffs, much oxidation, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Buck Rogers was the first of his kind - an all-American hero trapped in a future he never imagined. He first appeared in comic strips in 1929, and made his film debut at the legendary 1933-34 Chicago World’s Fair. His 25th century adventures changed the shape of science fiction and spawned numerous imitators, including another Sci-fi legend, Flash Gordon.

132. Buck Rogers in the 25th Century Pin. (Buck Rogers, 1935) A Buck Rogers pin produced by the White Head and Hoag company of Newark N.J. This scarcer version of the pin includes “Member N.R.A.” with the company’s name on the back. Measuring 1” in diameter, the pin displays in fine condition, with a .33” chip to the writing on the back. Opening Bid: $50.00

133. A Buck Rogers Flying Saucer Toy. (1940s) A very rare Buck Rogers Flying Saucer toy. Essentially two paper plates held together with a metal band on the edges, the toy dates to the late 1940s when the term “flying saucer” was first coined. Measuring 6” in diameter, the saucer is in very good condition for its age and construction, with light wear, creases, and scuffs, and a .5” tear right before the word “saucer” on one side. Opening Bid: $50.00

134. A Luxury Liner Cruise Ship Windup Toy. (Unknown, 1940s) A Luxury Liner Cruise Ship tin lithographic windup by an unknown manufacturer. The propeller spins once the built-in key is wound. Measuring 13” long and 4” tall, the mechanized toy is in very good working condition, despite missing rudder, dust, oxidation, scuffs, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

135. New York World’s Fair Wall Thermometer. (Syroco, 1939) A 1939 New York World’s Fair Syroco wood wall thermometer. Measuring 5.5”x3.5”, the piece is in very good condition with very light wear from display. Opening Bid: $25.00

136. A Rare Cast Iron Chicago 1933 Greyhound Bus. (AMC, 1933) A hard-to-find cast iron Chicago World’s Fair Greyhound Lines Arcade Transport. The 11.5” long toy has rubber wheels, (4) running dog designs on each side, and “Copyright 1933 A.M.C.” on one side. The truck is in good condition with scattered scuffs and marks, and the tires have scattered hairline cracks. Overall, it is a great example of a rare piece. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Is any symbol more iconic than Superman’s red “S”, emblazoned on a golden crest? Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster met in 1932 attending high school in Cleveland Ohio, and bonded over a love of fiction. With Shuster as illustrator and Siegel writing, they self-pubished a science fiction magazine and sought work producing comic strips. Their creation Superman evolved through several iterations that were all passed over, until Detective Comics Inc., now known as DC Comics, gave a home to the Man of Steel.

137. A Superman Wood and Composition Jointed Doll by Ideal. (Ideal, 1940) A 13” tall Jointed doll by the Ideal Novelty & Toy Company. The moveable head and upper body are composition while the rest of the body is wood and jointed. The red fabric cape is a replacement for the original. The Belt decal with simulated buckle and company information has scattered flaking but still readable. The chest decal is original and in excellent condition. A few scattered flaws are in the paint in the body of Superman, but overall, the toy presents in very good condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

138. A Superman Rollover Plane Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Marx, 1940) A tin litho wind-up Superman and plane toy. The toy was designed to roll forward with Superman periodically flipping over to move it in a new direction. Measuring 5.5”x6” this plane displays in fair to good condition, with general wear from play and oxidation. The toy does

139. A Superman Wind-Up Turnover Tank. (LineMar, 1940) A tin litho wind-up tank by Linemar. When wound, the tank moves forward with Superman pushing up from underneath to roll it over backwards. Measuring 4”x3.5”x2.5” high, the toy is in good working condition, with wear typical of use most visible in the unpainted chrome top surfaces. The box is in poor but displayable condition, with wear, including one missing box end, and a .5”x1” piece cut out. Opening Bid: $200.00

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140. A Superman Wind-Up Turnover Tank with Original Box. (LineMar, 1950s) A tin litho wind-up tank by Linemar. When wound, the tank rolls forward with Superman pushing up from underneath to roll it over backwards. Measuring 4”x3.5”x2.5” high, the toy is in very good working condition, with light wear typical of use, and a slight indentation to the front. The box is in poor but displayable condition, with much wear, including the bottom missing, tears, and a .5”x1” piece cut out. Opening Bid: $200.00

141. A Superman Tin Litho Dime Bank. (D.C. Comics, 1940’s) A Superman Daily Dime Bank. Measuring 2.5”x2.5”, the bank features a classic image of Superman breaking chains and a woodgrain design with sliding trap door on the reverse. The bank is in good condition with wear to edges, and spots of oxidation. Opening Bid: $50.00

142. A Vinyl Superman Multi-Purpose Wallet. (Standard Plastic Products, 1966) A vinyl Superman wallet produced in the 1960s. The Yellow vinyl exterior features a classic image of Superman breaking chains while the red vinyl interior features a coin slot, a “magic notepad”, wooden writing stylus, a printed card of Superman in the photo sleeves, and a change purse. Measuring 9”x3.25” unfolded, the wallet is in very good unused condition with light wear and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

143. A Superman Metal Lunch Box. (Aladdin, 1978) A Superman Lunch Box manufactured by Aladdin. The metal lunch box features Superman, Lois Lane, Jor-El, and other characters in colorful vignettes of scenes from the popular film. Measuring 8” in length and 7.75”x4”, the lunch box is in good used condition with mild areas of discoloration, scuffs, oxidation, and wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

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144. A Battery-Operated Superman Tin Tank by Linemar. (LineMar, 1958) A battery operated tin toy of Superman pushing a tank to flip it. This toy does test with batteries powering it properly but does not have the strength for the full action originally intended. Measuring 4”x11”x5.5” high, the toy displays in very good condition. The 4”x5.5”x8.5” box is in good condition, with typical wear overall, and

145. A WWII Raggy Doodle Parachute Trooper Toy. (Prager & Rueben, 1943-1945) A Raggy Doodle Paratrooper toy designed by aviatrix Elvy Kalep. Pat the Paratrooper was designed to “present modern military aviation and its wartime aspects ... to remove the more terrifying elements of these subjects from the minds of little children.” Made of felt and wood, the figure is thrown high in the air, to float suspended by the parachute back to Earth. This example comes with its original box and instructions that give a fascinating insight into wartime life. Measuring 7”x5” with attached parachute, the figure is in fine to very fine condition, unused, with wear from aging to the tag and parachute only, including a spot of discoloration to the chute. The original box displays in very good condition, with the top flap missing. Opening Bid: $50.00

metallic parts, slightly loose assembly from use, chips and flaking to paint, and minor cracks and wear to wood from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

147. A Porky Pig with Umbrella Wind-Up Tin Toy. Marx, 1939) A Porky Pig wind-up tin toy by Marx Toys. Tested for function, Porky’s parasol spins and he shudders when fully wound. Measuring 5.5”x8” tall, the toy displays in good condition, with scuffs, scratches, and wear from use. Opening Bid: $50.00

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148. A Marx Dippy Dumper Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Marx, 1940s) A Dippy Dumper wind-up tin toy with original box. When wound, the truck curves back and forth, tipping up so the truck bed spills back and the celluloid driver tips forward. Measuring 9.5”x6.5”, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from use, and a slight depression to the left side of the driver’s nose. The box is in very good condition for its age, with wear to edges, one tab split, one inner tab missing, and a .5” corner of one panel gone. Opening Bid: $100.00

149. A Joe Palooka Lunch Kit. (Ham Fisher, 1948) A tin Joe Palooka lunch kit, made in 1948. The two-handled tin lunch bucket with lid is decorated with scenes of Palooka and his friends. Measuring 5”x7”x4.5” the kit is in good condition, with typical wear to edges. Opening Bid: $25.00

150. Li’l Abner and His Dogpatch Band Wind-Up Tin Toy. (Unique Art, 1949) A classic tin litho wind-up produced by the Unique Art Manufacturing Company in 1946. The toy has a built-in key and consists of a main piano unit and four separate figures that attach to it. The toy works well, and all the figures move when wound. The toy shows light wear with scattered nicks and scratches, as well as small areas of discoloration and dirt build-up. Overall, the piece presents very well. Opening Bid: $300.00

151. A Howdy Doody Marionette. (Peter Puppet Playthings, 1950s) A Howdy Doody marionette by Peter Puppet Playthings. This toy brings to life the most famous puppet of 1950’s television. Measuring 16.5” tall (not including strings) the puppet is in fair condition, with painted elements in good condition, but much wear to cloth and vinyl parts. Opening Bid: $50.00

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William “Hopalong Cassidy” Boyd was the first national television star. When the producer of the Hopalong Cassidy films thought the character was played out, Boyd mortgaged or sold everything he owned to purchase the film rights himself. Hoping for new exposure, he rented a print to the local NBC affiliate for a nominal fee. The film was so well received that he soon released the entire library to the national network, and their popularity not only restored his personal fortune, but sparked the long running genre of television westerns.

152. A Collection of (59) Native American Figures & Scenics. (Various, 1930s-50s) A Collection of (59) vintage Native American composition figures and scenic playsets manufactured by O&M Hausser’s Elastolin of Germany, Tipple-Topple of Austria, Plastinol, Sequoia, and other manufacturers. Many of the figures were manufactured by Elastolin while many of the large “scenics” were manufactured by Tipple-Topple of Austria. The lot includes (43) figures of “Indians” and animals, and (16) scenic playset pieces including a totem pole, tipis, firepits, trees, rocks, and caves. The figures measure 2” to 5.5” tall, while the playsets and scenics range from 6.5”x9.5”x5.25” to 3”x4”. The collection is in good overall condition despite dust, scuffs, cracks, tears, and wear to composition elements and paint. Opening Bid: $300.00

153. A Collection of (42) Western Cowboy Figures & Scenics. (Various, 1930s-50s) A Collection of (42) vintage Western cowboy composition figures and scenic playsets manufactured by O&M Hausser’s Elastolin of Germany, Tipple-Topple of Austria, Plastinol, and other manufacturers. Many of the figures were manufactured by Elastolin while many of the large “scenics” were manufactured by Tipple-Topple of Austria. The lot includes (25) figures of cowboys and animals, a Stagecoach with horses, a Conestoga Wagon with horses, and (17) scenic playset pieces including cabins and log houses, a ladder, firepits, stockade walls, a flagpole, and more. The figures measure 2” to 4.25” tall, while the playsets and “scenics” range from 7.5”x9”x6” to 4”x2”x1.5”. The collection is in good overall condition despite dust, scuffs, cracks, tears, and wear to composition elements and paint, and a broken stagecoach hitch. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Metal Figure Set. (Japan, 1950s) A boxed set of (10) handpainted metal cowboy figures produced in Japan in the 1950s. The figures measure between 1.75” and 2.25” tall and are still attached to their original 6”x10”x1” deep box with a nicely illustrated label. Opening Bid: $50.00

154. A

155.

(Lone

A painted composition figure of the Lone Ranger riding Silver. A wire bracket is affixed to Silver’s hip to hold a toothbrush. Measuring 4.25”x3”, the figure is in good condition, with spots of wear to the paint, and oxidation to the bracket. Opening Bid: $50.00

156. A Lone Ranger Lunch Box by Adco. (Adco-Liberty, 1954) A red banded variant of the Lone Ranger lunch box by Adco-Liberty Manufacturing Company. The bottle and lunch box feature the popular character with his horse Silver and Tonto with his horse Scout. The lunch box measures 8.75”x6.5”x3.75” and is in good condition, with many scuffs, and much oxidation and wear to rim edges and throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

Cas-

157.

and horse Tombstone Boxed Set. (Hartland Plastics, 1950’s) A U.S. Marshal Wyatt Earp and his horse “Tombstone” boxed set by Hartland Plastics. The figure is modeled after actor Hugh O’Brian as the lead in the television series “The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp” from 1955 to 1966. The horse and rider come in their original box with hat, combined saddle & blanket, and (1) pistol accessory; the second pistol is missing. Measuring 5”x10”x9.5” high in total, Tombstone, the saddle, and hat are in very good condition. The pistol is in good condition with some paint loss to the barrel, and the Earp figure is in good condition, with scuffing to his nose, hair, and face. The 8.5”x9.25”x3” box displays in good condition, with typical creases and wear from handling and age, especially to the top flaps. Opening Bid: $50.00

hat is removable, and he comes off Topper as well. Measuring 5.5”x5”, the toy is in good condition, with wear from use and display, including discoloration on Cassidy’s head from contact with the hat. The 5”x5”x2.5” box is in fair condition, with pencil marks on front and one side, spots of paper loss on (3) of the short sides, and much wear to the plain bottom, but it does display well. Opening Bid: $25.00

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Cowboy Boxed The Lone Ranger and Silver Toothbrush Holder. Ranger, 1938) A Wyatt Earp 158. A Hopalong Cassidy and His Horse Topper Toy. (Ideal, 1950s) A Hopalong sidy and Topper toy. Hopalong’s

159.

Hopalong’s hat is removable, and he comes off Topper as well. Measuring 5.5”x5”, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from use. The 5”x5” box is in very good condition, with light stains to the bottom, and a “.25 puncture mark in one side. Opening Bid: $25.00

161.

A Hopalong Cassidy and Topper plastic

Wallet. (Top Secret, 1950s) A Hopalong Cassidy leather wallet featuring an embossed image of Hopalong on his horse on one side and his name on the other. The interior features a Hopalong Cassidy “Special Agent Pass” and a coin purse with a Hopalong Cassidy coin. Measuring 9”x3.5” when open, the wallet is in good condition with wear throughout from age and use. The Agent

card has some tearing but still presents well. Opening Bid: $25.00

160. A Hopalong Cassidy Radio. (Arvin, 1950s) A rare Hopalong Cassidy radio by Arvin. This black metal cased variant version is much scarcer than the red metal standard version. Measuring 5”x8”, the radio is in very good condition with some wear overall, and slight discoloration to the silver image. The backplate to the case is missing. Has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $100.00

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A Hopalong Cassidy and His Horse Topper Toy with box. (Ideal, 1950s) toy. A Top Secret Hopalong Cassidy Leather Pass 162. A Hopalong Cassidy Lunchbox & Thermos by Aladdin. (Aladdin, 1954) A Hopalong Cassidy lunchbox and thermos by Aladdin. The bottle and lunchbox feature the popular character with William Boyd copyright note. The lunchbox measures 8”x7”x4”, while the bottle with cup is 6.5” tall and 3.25” in diameter. Each is in good condition, with many scuffs, and much oxidation and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00 163. A “Roy Rogers Famous Dog Bullet” Hartland Figure. (Hartland, 1950s) A plastic figure of Roy Rogers’ dog Bullet by Hartland toys. Measuring 6.5”x4”, the figure is in fine condition, with original tag. Opening Bid: $25.00

A Roy Rogers and

Double

by the American Thermos Bottle Company. This lunchbox was released in both a red and green version, the green variation featuring a scene of cattle driving rather than a map. Measuring 8.75”x6.5”x3.75”, the lunchbox and Thermos with lid are in very good-to-fine condition exhibiting clean and vibrant lithographic imagery and only slight wear and scuffs to few areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

Bar Ranch

9”x8”x12”, the Corral is in fine condition, with very light wear for its age. Opening Bid: $50.00

1950’s) A Roy Rogers and Trigger boxed set by Hartland Plastics. The horse and rider come in their original box with hat, combined saddle & blanket, and (2) pistols. Measuring 4”x9”x9.75” high in total, the figures and accessories are in good condition, with some paint loss from scuffing to Roy’s nose, hair, and edges mainly. The 8.5”x9.25”x3” box displays in good condition, with typical creases and wear from handling and age, and one interior top flap repaired with tape. Opening Bid: $100.00

Roy

through Monument

The clock is not functioning and needs a service, but the alarm can be set to ring. When functioning, Trigger rocks back and forth as the clock ticks. Measuring 4”x4.25”, the clock displays in good condition, with light wear to the gilded edge of the clock face. Opening Bid: $50.00

A Roy Rogers and Trigger animated alarm clock by Ingraham. The timepiece features Roy on Trigger riding through Monument valley, and when operating properly, they rock back and forth. The clock has been tested for function and requires servicing. Measuring 5.25”x5.25” and 1.75” deep, the clock is in good condition, with slight warping to face image, oxidation, scuffs, chips to paint, metal, and crystal. Opening Bid: $25.00

comes with a removable

cap and combination saddle & blanket and is missing a knife accessory. Measuring 4”x9”x9” high, the set is in very good condition with typical slight wear from scuffs to some edges especially on the cap, and the missing chain bridle replaced with cord. Opening Bid: $50.00

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164. A Roy Rogers & Dale Evans Double R Lunchbox. (American Thermos Co., 1950s60s) Dale Evans R Lunchbox 165. A Roy Rogers and Trigger Comic Book Corral. (1950s) A tin litho comic book rack featuring Roy Rogers and Trigger. The lithographed simulated wood grain rack features an image of Roy and Trigger on each side. Measuring 166. Roy Rogers and Trigger Boxed Set by Hartland Plastics. (Hartland Plastics, 167. A Roy Rogers Animated Alarm Clock. (Ingraham, 1951) A Roy Rogers animated alarm clock produced by Ingraham in 1951. The face depicts and Trigger riding Valley. 168. A Roy Rogers and Trigger Animated Alarm Clock. (Ingraham, 1950s) 169. A Daniel Boone and Horse Toy. (Hartland Plastics, 1956) A Daniel Boone and horse set of figures by Hartland Plastics. The set coonskin

While Hopalong Cassidy first popularized Westerns on television, Walt Disney sent them into the stratosphere in 1954. When Disney announced the Davy Crockett series on the first episode of his Disneyland series, a national craze was born, and Fess Parker became a super star overnight. By the end of 1955, after the initial three episodes of Davy Crockett had aired, Americans had spent over 300 million dollars on Crockett memorabilia. Since Davy Crockett was not a fictional character but a true historical figure, anyone could produce a Crockett piece and cash in on the Disney-driven craze.

170. A “Davey” Crockett Badge Display. (1950s) A “Davey” Crockett Old Frontier badge store display. Non-Disney Davy Crockett items sometimes misspell his first name as a way to avoid copyright issues. Curiously, this display of (12) badges holds (4) that read “Davey” and (8) that correctly read “Davy.” The 11”x10” display card is in very good condition, with light edge wear and creasing from age. The 2”x1.5” metal badges are in very good condition, with some paint loss from the (randomly applied) red accent paint, and heavy oxidation to the backing pins. Opening Bid: $100.00

“Come to life” gyrating when a crank under the base is turned. One case holds a full (12) figures, with the other holding (9). The (21) toys each measuring 4”x2.5” are in very good to fine condition, remarkably well functioning, though some glue and plastic elements have become sticky to the touch from age. The 4.5”x10.5”x7.5”

172. A Davy Crockett Flashlight Store Display. (Bantam-Lite, 1950s) A rare store display for Davy Crockett Bantam-Lite flashlights. Including (12) flashlights, the 15”x9.5” display is in fine condition with slight wear from age, mainly to edges. The 3”x.75” flashlights with key ring and pistol charm display in very fine condition. Though they are non-functional from age, they do still glow-in-the-dark in an unusual blue. Opening Bid: $100.00

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171. A Pair of Davy Crockett Crank Toy Store Displays. (Centaur Productions, 1950s) A pair of store displays of Davy Crockett crank-operated toys. The pliable rubber-like figures of Crockett on horseback display boxes are in very good to fine condition, with light spotting and wear from age. Opening Bid: $100.00 173. “Elegant Novelties” Davy Crockett Wallet Store Display. (Elegant Novelties, 1950s) A store display of (6) Davy Crockett vinyl wallets. The 10.5”x16” display and 3.5”x4.5” wallets are in very good condition, with slight wear mainly to edges. Opening Bid: $100.00 174. A Davey Crockett Frontier Gun Set & Display Card. (John Henry, 1950s) A Davey Crockett Frontier Gun Set and display card manufactured by John Henry Products. The card features (6) miniature reproductions of guns with a “Davey Crockett Badge,” mounted to their original card. The card measures 9.5”x6.5”, while the tiny gun replicas are 2” to 4.75” long. The card is in good condition despite spots of discoloration, soiling, and wear to edges and corners. The toy guns are in good condition exhibiting only slight scuffs. Opening Bid: $50.00

175. A Knickerbocker “Davey” Crockett Water Gun. (Knickerbocker, 1950s) A “Davey Crockett” water gun by Knickerbocker. This plastic toy water pistol is unused on the original card. Knickerbocker toys spelled the name as “Davey” rather than “Davy” perhaps as a way to avoid any copyright issues. This is model # 697. The 8.5”x4” gun on 9.5”x5.5” card are both in fine condition, with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

176. A Knickerbocker “Davey” Crockett Water Gun. ((Knickerbocker, 1950s) A “Davey Crockett” water gun by Knickerbocker. This plastic toy water pistol is unused on the original card. Knickerbocker toys spelled the name as “Davey” rather than “Davy” perhaps as a way to avoid any copyright issues. This is model # 697. The 8.5”x4” gun on 9.5”x5.5” card are both in fine condition, with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

177. A Knickerbocker “Davey” Crockett Water Gun. (Knickerbocker, 1950s) A “Davey Crockett” Water gun. This plastic toy water pistol is unused in its original packaging. The 8.5”x4” gun is in fine condition gun, with the 9.5”x5.5” card in good condition, with creases and small tears to the right side of the card. Both have light wear from age and display. Opening Bid: $50.00

178. A Knickerbocker “Davey” Crockett Water Gun. (Knickerbocker, 1950s) A “Davey Crockett” water gun by Knickerbocker. This plastic toy water pistol is unused on the original card. Knickerbocker toys spelled the name as “Davey” rather than “Davy” perhaps as a way to avoid any copyright issues. This is model # 697. The 8.5”x4” gun on 9.5”x5.5” card are both in fine condition, with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

179. A “Davey” Crockett Dart Gun Target Set. (Knickerbocker, 1950’s) A Davey Crockett Dart Gun Set by Knickerbocker in the original box. The set includes (2) dart guns, (4) rubber tipped safety darts, and (1) metal target. The set is in fine unused condition, with the 9.75”x9.5”x1.5” box displaying in fine condition, with two holes of about .75” size in the bottom edge. Opening Bid: $50.00

180. A “Davey” Crockett Dart Gun Target Set. (Knickerbocker, 1950’s) A Davey Crockett Dart Gun Set by Knickerbocker in original box. The set includes (2) dart guns, (4) rubber tipped safety darts, and (1) metal target. The set is in fine unused condition, with the 9.75”x9.5”x1.5” box displaying in fine condition, with light edge wear and two 1” spots of paper loss on the bottom edge. Opening Bid: $50.00

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181. A Davy Crockett Cap Gun. (1950s)

A Davy Crockett cap gun, manufactured in Spain. The metal replica of a flintlock is sealed on its unopened card, with (12) original caps. Measuring 6” on the 9.5”x5” card, the piece is in fine condition, with a small split in the plastic bubble beneath the butt of the gun. Opening Bid: $50.00

182. A Davy Crockett Cap Gun. (1950s) A Davy Crockett cap gun. Made in Japan, the colorful box features two images of Crockett, while the gun itself is not specifically themed. Measuring 4”x3”, the gun is in fine working condition. The 4.5”x3” box is in fine condition, with spots of light wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

183. A Davy Crockett Covered Wagon

Lamp. (Cactus Craft of Arizona, 1950s) A Davy Crockett covered wagon lamp made from cholla cactus wood by Cactus Craft of Arizona. The parchment paper shade depicts Crockett over western scenes. The 4”x8”x7.5” lamp is in good working condition, with creasing, color fading, and small tears to the shade, and a 1.5” wedge of wood missing from one wheel. Opening Bid: $50.00

184. A Davy Crockett Covered Wagon

Table Lamp. (Cactus Craft, 1950s) An unusual, covered wagon table lamp produced by Cactus Craft of Arizona in the 1950s. The 4”x8”x7” tall wagon has a light bulb socket mounted in the center of the dried cactus body. Die-cut cardboard forms the wagon cover and features colorful imagery that glows when lit. In very good condition with some fading to the imagery. The lamp has been tested and works well. Opening Bid: $50.00

185. A Davy Crockett Brass and Glass Electric Lamp. (1950’s) A Davy Crockett lamp styled to look like an old-fashioned gas lamp. The hurricane glass style top illustrates great moments in Crockett’s life. Measuring 5” at widest diameter and 12” high, the lamp is in very good working condition with slight wear from use and display, particularly to the finish on the handle. Opening Bid: $50.00

186. Pair of Davy Crockett Lamps by H.R. Becker & Remco. (H.R. Becker/ Remco, 1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett lamps by H.R. Becker and Remco. The lamps have figural bases of bronze-toned metal and painted plaster with cardstock lampshades featuring imagery of Davy. The lamps have not been tested for function and may require servicing. The bases measure 14.5” and 15” tall, while the lampshades are 6” and 6.5” tall, each piece in very good-to-good condition with spots of discoloration, creases, scuffs, minor oxidation, loose parts, and wear to lampshades and bases. Opening Bid: $100.00

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187. A Pair of Davy Crockett Lamps. (Danisoburg/H.R. Becker/Metro Art, 1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett lamps manufactured by Metro Art and H.R. Becker & Danisoburg. One lamp is composed of a metal frame, with a hand-painted glazed “Danisoburg” tile of Davy Crockett, and H.R. Becker & Co. lampshade. The other lamp features a Metro Art figural base with lampshade by an unknown manufacturer. Measuring 11” and 14.25” tall, the lamps are in good condition with scuffs, oxidation, minor spots of discoloration, fading, and wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

188. A Davy Crockett Heat Motion Lamp. (L.A. Goodman Mfg., 1955) A Davy Crockett heat motion lamp. When lit, heat causes the inner sleeve to rotate, projecting moving images of Crockett, an Indian, and wildlife to the outer forest screen. Measuring 6”x9.5”, the lamp is in very good working condition, with slight wear from age, and the tip missing from one leg. Opening Bid: $50.00

189. A Davy Crockett Lamp with Shade and Box. (Premco Mfg., 1955) A Davy Crockett chalkware lamp with shade produced by Premco Mfg. in 1955. The figure of Crockett supports a functioning lamp, with the rare shade that depicts him in the wilderness. Measuring 18” high with base 4.5” diameter and shade 10”, the lamp is in very good condition, with the shade in fine condition, with light wear. and dark color shift toward the bottom 1.5” from use. The original 5”x5”x15” illustrated shipping box for the lamp is included. Opening Bid: $100.00

190. A Davy Crockett Hurricane Lamp. (1950’s) A Davy Crockett lamp styled to look like an old-fashioned gas lamp, with brass base and white power cord. The hurricane glass style top illustrates great moments in Crockett’s life. Measuring 5” at widest diameter and 12” high, the lamp is in very good working condition with wear from use and display and spotting to the brass finish of the base. Opening Bid: $50.00

191. A Ceramic Davy Crockett Lamp. (1950’s) A ceramic lamp with figures of young Davy Crockett and a bear, and Davy Crockett lamp shade. The shade depicts Crockett riding through a western landscape. The lamp measures 7”x5”x10” high, and is in good working condition, with the base repaired where the bear figure had been broken off. The 9.5”x5” high lampshade is in good condition, with some spotting mainly inside, including water marks, and oxidation to the wire frame. Opening Bid: $50.00

192.

Figural Lamp

Shade. (Premco Mfg., 1955) A 16” tall lamp (with shade) featuring an 8” tall glossy painted ceramic base with a figure of Davy holding a rifle next to a tree. The lamp comes with the original 6.5” tall tapered heavy paper shade. The shade has some water staining and small tears in image, but presents well when lamp is lit. The base remains glossy and is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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A Davy Crockett with

193. A Davy Crockett On Horse Lamp. (1950s) A Davy Crockett style Lamp and shade produced in the 1950s. The molded plastic base features a mounted plastic horse with a removeable plastic figure of Davy Crockett. The entire piece measures 8.5”x5.5”x14” tall and comes with the original lampshade and the original cord. The lamp has extensive wear from use and the shade has cracking in the printed paper. It has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $20.00

194. A Collection of (7) Davy Crockett Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (7) Davy Crockett wallets. These (6) vinyl and (1) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans. Measuring between 3.5”x3” and 4.5”x3.5”, the wallets all are in very good unused condition, many with original paper inserts, but scuffs and surface wear from handling and storage. The leather Frontier Hero wallet is missing an applique on the front above the Alamo and has chipping and wear to the painted image on back. Opening Bid: $100.00

195. Collection of (7) Davy Crockett Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (7) Davy Crockett wallets. These (6) vinyl and (1) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans, and (3) have felt or faux fur elements for coonskin caps. All measuring between 3.5”x3” and 3.5”x4.5”, the vinyl wallets are in very good to fine unused condition, with some degradation to vinyl from age and storage. The leather wallet is in good used condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

196. Collection of (7) Davy Crockett Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (7) Davy Crockett wallets. These (6) vinyl and (1) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans, and (3) have faux fur elements for coonskin caps. All measuring between 3.5”x3” and 3.5”x4.5”, the vinyl wallets are in very good to fine unused condition, with some degradation to vinyl from age and storage. The leather wallet is in good used condition, with degraded plastic photo sleeves inside. Opening Bid: $100.00

197. A Pair of Unfolded Davy Crockett Wallets. (1950s) (2) Davy Crockett vinyl wallets. These unfolded wallets are identical in design, except for the outer vinyl being either red or black. Measuring 8.75”x3.25”, the wallets are in fine unused condition, with slight wear from age and storage. Opening Bid: $50.00

198. A Collection of (15) Davy Crockett

Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (15) Davy Crockett wallets. These (8) vinyl and (7) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans. All measuring between 3.5”x3” and 3.25”x4.25”, the wallets range from fair used to fine unused condition, with some degradation to vinyl and plastic photo sleeves from age and storage. Opening Bid: $100.00

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199. Collection of (7) Davy Crockett Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (7) Davy Crockett wallets. These (6) vinyl and (1) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans. Measuring between 3.5”x3” and 4.5”x3.5”, the wallets all are in very good unused condition, many with original paper inserts, but scuffs and surface wear from handling and storage. Some interior pages including clear photo sleeves show degradation from age. The color painted Indian Fighter wallet exhibits slight cracking on the edge. Opening Bid: $100.00

200. Collection of (4) Davy Crockett Wallets. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (4) Davy Crockett wallets. These (2) vinyl and (2) leather wallets are all decorated with images of Crockett and slogans. All measuring approximately 3.5”x4”, the wallets display in very good condition, with some wear from use and storage. The blue-sky vinyl wallet, although unused, has plastic degradation to the photo sleeves, leaving them warped and brittle. Opening Bid: $50.00

201. Collection of 4 Davy & Polly Crockett Wallets & Purse. (Various, 1950s) A collection of (2) Davy Crockett wallets, (1) rare Polly Crockett wallet, and (1) Davy Crockett purse. The Davy items are in fine unused condition to very good, with some external scuffs. The Polly Crockett wallet is in good condition, with scuffs, wear, and discoloration. All measure approximately 4”x4.5”. Opening Bid: $50.00

202. Davy Crockett Original Dispatch Case. (Neptune Plastics, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Original Dispatch Case. This vinyl case features an image of Crockett and vinyl fringe. Measuring 9”x6.5”

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with a 30” strap, the case is in fine unused condition with some very light scuffs. Opening Bid: $50.00 203. A Davy Crockett Pony Express Bank Bag. (Randing Inc.,1950s) A Davy Crockett Pony Express Bank Bag. This originally came with a toy padlock and key, which are missing. The 4.5”x6’ cloth bag with vinyl strap and sides is in very good condition, with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00 204. A Davy Crockett Messenger Bag. (1950s) A Davy Crockett frontier satchel. Featuring vinyl over cardboard with a leather strap and clasp to close it, this rare piece depicts Crockett during a battle on the frontier. Measuring 15”x10.5” with a 33” strap, the bag is in good condition, with light scratches and creases, and wear along the top edge. Opening Bid: $50.00
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205. A Davy Crockett Canvas Messenger Bag. (1950s) A Davy Crockett toy messenger bag. This green canvas bag with white plastic fringe features a felt profile of Crockett that is missing a coonskin cap piece. Measuring 14”x11” with a 32” vinyl strap, the bag is in good condition, with light wear overall, lifting to the top of the felt appliques, and oxidation to the metal buckles and fixtures. Opening Bid: $50.00 206. A Davy Crockett Indian Fighter Bag. (1955) A Davy Crockett Indian Fighter 207. A Davy Crockett Vinyl Satchel. (1950s) A Davy Crockett vinyl satchel featuring an image with name of Davy Crockett, produced in the 1950s. Measuring 6”x6” with vinyl strap, the purse is in fine unused condition. Opening Bid: $50.00 208. A Davy Crockett Ball Clasp Purse. (1950s) A Davy Crockett ball clasp purse by an unknown manufacturer. Measuring 7”x5.5”, the purse is in very good condition with little wear to exterior or interior. Opening Bid: $25.00 209. A Pair of Davy Crockett Child’s Purses. (1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett Children’s Purses by unknown manufacturers. The vinyl purses feature colorful images of Davy, one with a 27.5” strap, the other with drawstrings. Measuring 4.25”x3.75”, the small handbags are in very good condition with spots of discoloration, scuffs, and light wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

210. A Davy Crockett Shoot A Ba’r Bank and Mailer. U.S.A.,1955) A painted cast metal mechanical bank with mailer. The frontiersman fires coins into the bear’s mouth. The spring in the rifle will not hold in place to be triggered, so it is non-functional, and without the key. It comes with the printed mailer sleeve but is missing the inner package. The 7.5”x9” bank and 9”x7.5” mailer display in good condition with some slight scuffs to paint and staining to the right edge of the mailer. Opening Bid: $100.00

211. A Davy Crockett Whistling Toy Knife. (Japan, 1950s) A tin Davy Crockett toy knife with a whistle built into the handle, made in Japan. Emblazoned with an image of Crockett battling a bear, the blade retracts when pressed. The 7.25”x2.5” toy knife is in good working condition, with some spots of wear and oxidation mainly to bare metal parts. The 4.5” original paper sheath is Opening Bid: $50.00

212. A Davy Crockett Sharpshooter Set with Pin. (Empire Plastic Corp., 1950s) A very rare Davy Crockett Sharpshooter set including toy plastic gun, knife, and rifle pin with original card. Measuring between 3.5” and 8” in length, the toys are in very good condition with slight wear from age. The 7”x8.5” card is in very good to fine condition with light wear and staining to the right edge. The original rubber bands have deteriorated from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

213. Davy Crockett Full Size Model Pistol. (Premier Products, 1950s) A full size model flintlock pistol with box. This unassembled model includes all parts in their original bag, instructions, and decal. The 12”x5” box is in very good condition with light edgewear and staining, and a small tear from a removed price sticker. The model parts and instructions are in very fine condition, with the cellophane parts bag showing signs of aging. Opening Bid: $100.00

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214. A Davy Crockett Kaleidoscope. (Japan, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Kaleidoscope made in Japan. Measuring 1.75”X4.5” long the toy is in good working condition with fading to colors, scuffs, and wear to paper. Opening Bid: $25.00

215. A Davy Crockett Doll With Original Box. (1950s) A Davy Crockett doll with box. The 8” doll features moving eyes, a 4.5” rifle, oilcloth outfit, and plush raccoon cap. The doll is in very fine condition, with the 8.25”x3” box very good with light spotting from age. The box for this doll is quite rare. Opening Bid: $50.00

216. A Pair of Davy Crockett Binoculars & Box by Harrison. (Harrison, 1950s) A 1950s red and black plastic binoculars toy. Featuring vinyl straps and Davy Crockett decals, they come with the original box. The binoculars measure 6”x5.5”x2.25” and are in very good condition, with slightly peeling decals, minor scuffs, and repair of a hairline crack to plastic. The box is 6.25”x5.25”x2.5” and is in very good condition despite a .5” diameter puncture, slight wear, and creases and to flaps, edges, and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

217. A Davy Crockett Pillow. (1950s) A Davy Crockett pillow from the 1950s. The images on this fabric pillow cover clearly depict Crockett fighting at the Alamo and traveling through the west. Measuring 12.5”x11”, the pillow is in good condition, with slight staining and color shift from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

218. A Davy Crockett White Fur Hat. (1950s) A rare Davy Crockett white rabbit fur hat. Polly Crockett was the favored image for white fur hats at the time, with Davy Crockett scarcer. Measuring 7” diameter with 6” tail, this delicate piece is in very good condition, with some scuffing to the image and light spotting. Opening Bid: $50.00

219. A Davy Crockett Wooden Scrap Book. (1950s) A Wooden Davy Crockett Scrap Book. This unusual scrap book has hardwood covers, and (15) unused black pages inside. Measuring 12”x9”, the scrap book is in fine unused condition, with wear from aging to the leather hinges only. Opening Bid: $50.00

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220. Davy Crockett Lunchbox. (Holtemp, 1955) A Davy Crockett Lunchbox produced by Holtemp in 1955. Measuring 6”x8.5”x3.75” deep, the metal lunchbox has a front panel painting of Davy and an Indian fighting each other with knives while the back panel has him with a long rifle facing a charging bear. The box is in good condition with light oxidation, and wear overall, particularly to edges. The Thermos is not included. Opening Bid: $50.00

221. A Pair of Davy Crockett Keychains. (1950s) A pair of wooden Davy Crockett keychains. The slices of a small sapling feature a decal of Davy fighting a bear. Each measuring 3”x1.5”, one keychain is in fine unused condition, with the other very good showing light wear and color fading. Opening Bid: $25.00

222. A Davy Crockett Button, Keychain, and Toy. (Various, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Junior Scout Button, Lenticular keychain, and toy illusion. The 2”x1” keychain shows a profile of Crockett or “Davy Crockett From Tennessee to the Alamo” when tilted. The 2” Magic Bear Killer toy is in very fine unused condition within its good condition bag with card. The .75” button is in good condition with small scuffs and slight oxidation to the back and pin. Opening Bid: $50.00

223. A Pair of Davy Crockett Binders. (1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett 3-ring binders, one traditional and the other with a zippered cover. Both bear the same art of Crockett, with textured tan and crimson accents. Measuring 13”x10.5” and 9.75”x11.5”, the binders are in very good condition, with the zippered one exhibiting some loss to the design. Opening Bid: $50.00

224. A Davy Crockett Cracker. (1950s) A very unusual Davy Crockett party cracker. “Christmas” crackers from the United Kingdom are a party favor that consists of a wrapped and decorated cardboard cylinder that produces a loud bang when pulled apart and releases small trinkets or toys. This example is from the height of the Crockett craze in England or possibly another commonwealth country. We can think of no truer example of ephemera, a collectible that was meant to exist for only a short time, than this Crockett cracker. Measuring 9”x1.5”, the cracker is in fine condition with light wear to the edge of the Crockett emblem and fading. The cracker’s contents are unknown, and cracking function is, of course, untested. Opening Bid: $25.00

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225. A Pair of Davy Crockett Wristwatches and Display Box. (Bradley Time, 1956) A pair of Bradley Time Davy Crockett wristwatches with one in the original die-cut display box with plastic cover. The loose watch is in very good condition and runs when wound, the boxed watch displays very fine but is not running. Both need servicing to run properly. The box is in very good condition with some white spots and edge wear. The plastic cover is in fair condition with several edge splits and discoloration. Opening Bid: $200.00

226. A Davy Crockett Children’s Clock. (1950s) A Davy Crockett clock. With a single weight and face declaring “Davy Crockett Time” with his image, this clock was marketed for “Children’s room, playroom, or nursery.” Comes with pendulum, weight, instructions, and the original nail provided to hang it. Measuring 7.5” in diameter, the clock is in good working condition, with typical crazing to the face decal. Opening Bid: $50.00

227. A Davy Crockett Toy Watch. (1950s)

A Davy Crockett toy watch on original card. While the card declares the hand moves, it does not function. Measuring 7”x1.25” on its 3”x7” card, both are in good condition with light wear from age, and slight oxidation to the watch case. Opening Bid: $25.00

(Japan, 1950s) A Davy Crockett toy watch made in Japan, on original card. This non-functional plastic toy is sized for a small child, measuring 1”x6.5”. The toy watch and 4”x7” card are in fine condition, with light wear and the band curling

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top. The sparkling action is non-functional. Opening Bid: $25.00

1950s) A collection of (2) Davy Crockett candy boxes and a cookies box. All feature images of Crockett on the frontier or at the Alamo. The 2.5”x3.75” candy boxes are in very good condition, with slight soiling. The 8”x4” cookies box is in good condition, with some creasing mainly to the bottom edges, and light soiling. Opening Bid: $25.00

231.

A

Davy

toy by the N.N. Hill Brass Co. Constructed of wood with metal rear wheels, the toy jingles when pulled. Measuring 9”x8.5”, the toy is in fine condition, with light crazing to the decals, and original pull string attached. Opening Bid: $50.00

A Davy Crockett

kit by Coleco. Best known today for their 1980’s video games, Coleco began as the Connecticut Leather Company in 1932. The set is complete with all (6) leather pieces with foam rubber insoles, (2) Crockett decals, and lacing in very good unused condition. The instructions are in degraded but readable condition. The box measuring 15”x9”x1” displays well, in good condition, with edge wear and warping typical of age, and one piece of the insert torn in two places. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Davy Crockett Pull Toy. (N.N. Hill Brass Co., 1950s) hard-to-find Crockett pull 232. A Coleco Davy Crockett Moccasin Kit. (Coleco, 1955) leather moccasin 233. A Davy Crockett Powder Horn Toy by Beverly. (Beverly, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Powder Horn by Beverly Products. Composed of heavy cardboard, plastic, and cloth cord. Measuring 7” long and 2.75” at its widest diameter, the toy is in very good working condition, despite dust, few dimples, and slight wear from use. Opening Bid: $25.00 234. Davy Crockett Indian Trail Chalk by Creston. (Creston, 1955) A Davy Crockett Indian Trail Chalk Set & Box by Creston Crayon Company. The box contains twelves sticks of chalk and “Indian Sign” mark instructions on reverse of box. Measuring 3.5”x2.75”x1”, the box and chalk are in very good condition, despite nine broken pieces of chalk, and detached flap, scuffs, and wear to box. Opening Bid: $25.00

235. The Davy Crockett Playset by Archer & US Metal. (Archer/US Metal, 1950s) The Davy Crockett Western Playset by Archer Plastics & US Metal. The (48) piece set (#1598) features fine-un used plastic fences, horses, cowboys and Indians, tin litho stagecoach and covered wagon, and comes complete in the original box. The box measures 12.5”x12.5”x2.75” and is in fair condition with wear overall from play. Opening Bid: $100.00

236. A Davy Crockett Knife by Colonial & Novelty. (Novelty/Colonial, 1950s) A vintage Davy Crockett Knife by Novelty Knife Company. The unusual piece has an unretractable, serrated Colonial brand blade attached as well as a retractable multi-tool. It comes with a leather sheath (may not be original). Measuring 7.25” long, the knife’s handle features Davy Crockett imagery on one side and a blank brown plastic cover on the other. It is in good condition with minor cracks to enamel and fasteners, and scuffs, oxidation, tarnish, and wear to the blades. Opening Bid: $25.00

237. A Davy Crockett Frontier Dime Register Bank. (1950s) A Davy Crockett tin litho Frontier Dime Register Bank by an unknown manufacturer. The coin bank features imagery of Davy Crockett and features a counter with sliding lever and locking mechanism which opens at $5.00. Measuring 2.75”x2.75”x.75”, the tin box is in very good condition despite color fading, scuffs and scratches, and mild oxidation. Opening Bid: $50.00

238. A Davy Crockett Flashlight & Box by Bantam Lite. (Bantam, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Flashlight by Bantam Lite, Inc. with the extremely rare original box (this is one of two we have ever seen). The metal and plastic flashlight features a leather strap and has a glow-in-the-dark “Nite-Glo” feature with imagery of Davy Crockett. The light has been tested and works well. Measuring 3.25” long, the light is in very good condition, with slight yellowing, fading to printed imagery, and wear from use. The original 3.5”x1.5”x1” box is in very good condition, despite creases, scuffs, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

239. A Davy Crockett Bow Toy and Box. (1950s) A Davy Crockett bow toy with box, by an unknown manufacturer in Japan. The bow measures 12” long with 8” arrows and comes with a 12.75”x2.5”x75” box. The bow and arrows are in very good condition with scuffs to paint and little warping of arrow cups and paper from age, while the box is in good condition despite wear to box cord thread and one broken flap. Opening Bid: $50.00

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240. A Davy Crockett Frontier Outfit Accessory Set.

Crockett Accessory Set by Halco. Included are (1) Davy Crockett image leather holster, (1) Frontier Scout belt buckle, and one Flintlock Junior plastic and metal cap gun. The full set included a leather belt and a toy knife that are missing here. The items are in very good condition with some light wear from use, including oxidation to the belt buckle. The 10.5”x10.5”x1.5” box displays in good condition, with typical edge wear and scuffs from age, and 3” splits at two opposite corners of the lid. Opening Bid: $50.00

241. A Davy Crockett Toy Canteen. (John R. Craighead Co., 1950’s-1990’s) A toy Davy Crockett canteen with rawhide cover and strap. Measuring 5”x1”x5” high, the canteen is in very good unused condition with light wear from display. Opening Bid: $25.00

242. A Collection of (3) Davy Crockett Canteens. (1950’s) A collection of (3) plastic Davy Crockett canteens with rawhide covers. The canteens and covers all display the same image of Crockett saluting, with a collage of his exploits. (1) canteen has a simpler design to its construction, with no fringe on the edges, a vinyl strap instead of rawhide, and a clear cap. Measuring 4.25”x1.5”x6” high, the canteens range from very good unused condition, to good used, to fair condition with wear and fading to the rawhide image from use. Opening Bid: $25.00

A Davy Crockett Frontier Lasso by White Eagle Trading Corp. The braided lasso toy has a swivel for easy spinning and comes on a card with a paper Davy Crockett hat. The lasso is in fine condition with light wear. The 10.5”x6.5” card displays in good condition while exhibiting a crease to the “tail” of the hat, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $25.00

A Davy Crockett Lasso by Mike & Cleveland Mills. Measuring 12 feet long, the red-andwhite braided lasso is mounted to its original 11.25”x6.75” card. Measuring 11.25”x6.75”, the card is in good condition despite fading to color, a horizontal crease to the face and bottom of card, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $25.00

245.

Davy Crockett Chil-

Three pairs of children’s moccasins decorated with Davy Crockett’s name and likeness. All appear to have been worn. The largest 8.5” pair are in very good condition, with no wear to decorations, but stiff from age. The mid-sized 7.5” pair are in good condition, with the right’s painted image degraded with age, but the left clear. The smallest blue felt pair are good with slight wear to the images. Opening Bid: $50.00

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243. A Davy Crockett Frontier Lasso by White Eagle Trading. (White Eagle, 1950s) 244. A Davy Crockett Lasso by Mike & Cleveland Mills. (Mike/Cleveland, 1950s) Three Pairs of dren’s Moccasins. (1950s)

Children’s Shoes. (1950s) A pair of sturdy children’s shoes, decorated with Davy Crockett’s name and likeness. Labeled only “Built for long wear” on the sole, these sturdy and heavy shoes measure 8” long. They appear unworn, with soles unmarked, but scuffs and scratches to the leather surfaces, spots of verdigris to brass lace rings, and the original 247. A Davy Crockett Money Belt by Randing Inc. (Randing, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Money Belt by Randing Inc. The fabric, leatherette, and metal belt contains a compartment for carrying money. Measuring 29.5” long, the belt is in fine condition in the original fair condition package which exhibits wear and tear to paper and plastic throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

248. A Davy Crockett Belt by Fabil. (Fabil, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Belt manufactured by Fabil. The pink and black belt is composed of hand-finished saddle cowhide and metal, marked size 26, and features Crockett’s name, crossed rifles, powder horn and coonskin cap. Measuring 30”x2”, the belt is in very good condition, with paint loss to the buckle from scuffing, and slight wear to the belt from use, including one punch hole added by hand. Opening Bid: $50.00

249. A Davy Crockett and Streak Toy. (Hartland Plastics, 1956) A Davy Crockett and his horse, Streak, set of figures by Hartland Plastics. Hartland specialized in figures of famous athletes, patriots, and TV western characters. For this #807 Davy Crockett figure, they created the horse named Streak, which does not appear in any Crockett legend otherwise. The set comes with a removable coonskin cap, saddle and blanket, but is missing the bowie knife and rifle accessories. Measuring 5”x8”x9.5” high, the set is in very good condition with typical slight wear from scuffs to some edges and Crockett’s nose. It retains the original tag. Opening Bid: $50.00

comes with plastic painted figures of Davy and a horse and comes with metal reigns, but no hat. The figure is 5.25” long and 5” tall while the box is 4.75”x5”x2.25”, each in very good condition despite faint wear to painted areas of figures and mild dents, creases, and few tears to box. Opening Bid: $50.00

251. An Ideal Davy Crockett and His Horse Toy. (Ideal, 1950s) A Davy Crockett and his Horse toy with original box. The toy includes a 5” tall horse and 3.75” tall Crockett rider figure, both in very good condition, with Crockett’s coonskin cap accessory missing. The 5”x2.25”x4.75” high box displays very well in very good condition, with light spotting and wear typical of age, original tape, and slight paper loss on (2) side panels. Opening Bid: $25.00

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250. A Davy Crockett and His Horse & Box by Ideal. (Ideal, 1950s) A Davy Crockett and His Horse & Box by Ideal Toy Corporation. The set

252. A Pair of Davy Crockett Stagecoach Tin Toys. (LineMar, 1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett tin litho stagecoach friction toys by LineMar. Davy drives the two horse team to pull the coach, designed to keep rolling when pushed. Measuring 5.25”x3.25” tall, the two toys are in fine condition, with one displaying brighter paint with light scratches, and the other slightly faded with no marks. Opening Bid: $100.00

253. A Davy Crockett Friction Frontier Wagon by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Friction Frontier Wagon manufactured in Japan by LineMar Toys. The tin Wagon toy features vibrant lithographic imagery with bright cloth cord reigns and was part of the “Friction Davy Crockett and Stagecoach” boxed set. Measuring 5.5” long and 2.75” tall, the toy is in good condition, despite missing “Remember the Alamo” rear plate, wear and aging to rubber wheels, minor scuffs, scratches, and oxidation to metallic parts. Opening Bid: $25.00

254. A Davy Crockett Covered Wagon Tin Toy. (U.S. Metal Toy, 1950s) A Davy Crockett covered wagon toy by the U.S. Metal Toy Mfg. Co. A pair of plastic horses pull the tin litho wagon bearing Crockett’s name. Measuring 8.5”x4”, the toy is in very good condition, with wear from play, light scratches, and spots of oxidation visible in the wagon’s interior.

Opening Bid: $25.00

255. A Davy Crockett Nite Lite. (Julius Kupfer Inc., 1950s) A Davy Crockett Nite Lite in the original box. The 2”x3” nite lite is in fine working condition. The 2”x3” box displays very good, with color shift, light wear, and the top flap separated but complete.

Opening Bid: $25.00

256. A Boxed Set of (3) Davy Crockett Soaps. (Tre-Jur, 1950s) A boxed set of (3) Davy Crockett themed perfumed soaps. Shaped like a bust of Crockett, a pistol, and an Indian Chief, the set comes in its 9.5”x7” original box. The soap is in good condition, with some loss to coloring, a press to Crockett’s nose, slight cracking from age visible to the surface of the pistol. The Chief’s head has been separated and repaired. The box is in very good condition, with light staining

Opening Bid: $50.00

257. A Davy Crockett Brush & Comb. (1950s) A Davy Crockett Nylon Brush and Comb. Measuring 5.25”x2.5”, the set is in very good condition with light wear from use and staining to the comb. Opening Bid: $25.00

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258. A Davy Crockett Musical Tooth-

Holder by Wal-Feld. (Wal-Feld, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Musical Toothbrush Holder by the Wal-Feld Company. The plastic two-toothbrush holder features imagery of Davy Crockett on the face, a visible music box with pull cord, and three suction cups on reverse for mounting. The music box has been tested for function but requires servicing. Measuring 4”x3.5” and 2.25” deep, the piece displays in good condition, despite yellowing, spots of discoloration, scuffs, and wear from use and age. Opening Bid: $25.00

Opening Bid: $50.00

260. A Davy Crockett China Plate and Bowl. (Oxford China Co., 1950s) A Davy Crockett china plate and bowl. Depicting Crockett battling Native Americans and defending the Alamo, the 6” bowl and 9.5” plate are in fine condition, with very slight crazing, and color shift on the plate’s back typical of age. Opening Bid: $25.00

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brush 259. A Davy Crockett Cookie Jar. (Brush McCoy, 1950s) A Davy Crockett cookie jar. Measuring 10”x7”, the cookie jar is in fine condition, with very light wear typical of use. 261. A Collection of (3) Davy Crockett Glasses. (1950s) A collection of (3) Davy Crockett drinking glasses. Measuring 5.25”x3.75”, the glasses are in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00 262. A Davy Crockett (4) Glass Set & Box. (Unknown, 1950s) A Davy Crockett (4) Glass Set & Box by an unknown manufacturer. Measuring 3” to 4” tall the glasses are in fine condition despite dust. The drinkware comes packaged in original 8.5”x6.5”x2.75” fair condition box, exhibiting taped tears, scuffs, creases, folds, spots of discoloration, annotation, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00 263. A Collection of (8) Davy Crockett Glasses. (1950s) A Collection of (8) Davy Crockett glasses. Each glass has different images of Crockett in frontier adventures or defending the Alamo. Measuring 5”x2.75”each, the glasses are in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $100.00

264. A Collection of (3) Davy Crockett Glasses. (1950s) A collection of (3) souvenir Davy Crockett glasses. Included are a Shiloh National Military Park shot glass, an Indian Fighter drinking glass, and a “Holiday Freeze” highball glass, all themed to Davy Crockett. Measuring from 3”x2” to 6.75”x2.5”, the glasses are in very good condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

265. A Collection of (3) Davy Crockett Mugs. (1950s) A set of (3) Davy Crockett child-sized mugs. The milk glass mugs depict scenes of Crockett exploring, fighting, and defending the Alamo. Measuring 3”x3.5” each, the mugs are in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

266. A Davy Crockett the Big Bear Hunter Mug. (1950s) A Davy Crockett The Big Bear Hunter Mug. The brightly painted image shows three-year-old Davy bringing his trophy home. Measuring 3.25”x4.5”, the mug is in fine condition with light crazing around the rim. Opening Bid: $25.00

267. A Pair of Davy Crockett Mugs and a Bowl. (Fire King, 1950s) (2) Davy Crockett mugs and a bowl by Fire King. The milk glass mugs depict Davy leading a covered wagon, and the bowl shows him with a bear cub. The 3.5”x4” mugs and 4.75”x2.5” bowl are in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

268. An Ohio Art Davy Crockett Tin Pail. (Ohio Art co.,1955) A tin lithograph Davy Crockett pail by Ohio Art. The colorful exterior depicts Crockett with frontier scenes. Measuring 7” diameter and 7.5” high excluding the handle, the pail is in very good condition, with bright colors, light scratches and spots of oxidation to edges and interior. Opening Bid: $50.00

269. An Ohio Art Davy Crockett Tin Pail. (Ohio Art co.,1955) A tin litho Davy Crockett pail by Ohio Art. The colorful exterior depicts Crockett with frontier scenes. Measuring 7” diameter and 7.5” high excluding the handle, the pail is in good condition, with lithographs bright but exhibiting light scratches, wear, and spots of oxidation mainly to edges and interior. Opening Bid: $50.00

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270. A Davy Crockett Indian Fighter Tin Litho Waste Basket. (1950’s) A Davy Crockett Indian Fighter waste basket. Measuring 10”x7”x9.5” high, the tin litho waste basket is in good condition, with some wear from use, mainly on the undecorated side and interior. Opening Bid: $25.00

271. A Davy Crockett Tin Litho Waste Basket. (Harvell, 1950s) A tin litho waste basket with images of Davy Crockett, his family, and adventures. Measuring 11”x8”x11.5” high, the can displays in good condition, with some light scratches and oxidation to edges and interior. Opening Bid: $25.00

272. A Davy Crockett Tin Litho Waste Basket (Harvell, 1950s) A tin litho waste basket with images of Davy Crockett, his family, and adventures. Measuring 11”x8”x11.5” high, the can displays in good condition, with some light scratches and oxidation to edges and interior. Opening Bid: $25.00

273. A Davy Crockett Rocking Spring Horse by Rich Toys. (Rich Toys, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Rocking Spring Horse by Rich Toys of Topsfield, Massachusetts. The horse features a plastic body, wooden legs and handle, and metallic springs and hardware. An internal bell is still functioning and audible. Measuring 18.75”x34.25”x23.75” tall, the toy is in good condition, despite loose assembly from use and age and dust, soiling, scuffs, and scratches to painted areas and wooden parts. Opening Bid: $25.00

274. A Davy Crockett Toy Chest. (Pennant Corp., 1950s) An extremely rare child’s vinyl padded toy chest/bench. The vinyl-covered exterior features scenes and imagery of Davy Crockett. Measuring 17.5”x17.5”x12.5” tall, the piece is in good condition despite oxidation, soiling, spots of discoloration, a small tear on the top cover, and wear to materials throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

275. A Davy Crockett Child’s Rocking Chair. (1950s) A Davy Crockett child’s rocking chair. Featuring wood, metal, and vinyl covering and imagery, the chair measures 16”x20.5”x23” tall. The chair is in very good overall condition, despite slight wear to vinyl, and scuffs and scratches to wooden components. Opening Bid: $50.00

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A lighted diorama rotates to show Crockett watching Indians circling a wagon train. Measuring 11”x9.5”, the clock displays in very good condition, with some wear to the diorama outer image from age. The original electric cord is incomplete, so the clock has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $50.00

(1950s) A Davy Crockett child’s chair with vinyl padded seat and back. Measuring 14”x12”x25” high, the chair is in fine condition, with light wear and oxidation to the metal legs, a single .25” hole in the otherwise like-new vinyl, and a stripe of flaw in the left side of the painted image that appears original to production. Opening Bid: $50.00

A very rare Davy

by Haddon. Known for making clocks with animated dioramas beside the clock face, the Davy Crockett clock is one of Hadden’s rarest. Davy Crockett rides a bucking bronco on the frontier as a bear menaces him. Measuring 7”x12”, the clock displays in fine condition. The clock has been tested as functioning properly, but the original power cord has poor connection, and needs to be replaced for safe and reliable use. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Known for making clocks with animated dioramas beside the clock face, the Davy Crockett clock is one of Hadden’s rarest. Davy Crockett rides a bucking bronco on the frontier as a bear menaces before him. Measuring 12”x7”, the clock displays in very good condition. Function has not been tested as the cord is frayed and requires replacement for safe function. Opening Bid: $100.00

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276. A Davy Crockett Footstool. (1950’s) A Davy Crockett footstool with storage space inside. The vinyl cover depicts many scenes from Crockett’s life and adventures. Measuring 15”x24”x15” high, the piece is in very good condition, with light wear including splitting to vinyl at some corners, typical of age and use. Opening Bid: $100.00 277. Davy Crockett Child’s Chair. 278. A Davy Crockett Large Moving Clock. (United Clock Corp., 1950s) A Davy Crockett figural clock with lighted diorama. The metal sculpted case features Crockett the base. 279. A Davy Crockett Moving Clock. (Haddon, 1950s) Crockett moving clock 280. A Rare Haddon Davy Crockett Moving Clock. (Haddon, 1950s) A very rare Davy moving clock Haddon.

281. Prince Valiant Tin Litho Dime Bank. (King Features, 1954) A Prince Valiant Daily Dime Bank. The front of the bank features an image of Prince Valiant on horseback, trap door on the reverse. Measuring 2.5”x2.5”, the bank is in good condition with wear to edges, and spots of oxidation. Opening Bid: $50.00

282. Prince Valiant Shield & Sword with King Arthur Shield. (Marx/Mattel, 1950s) A tin litho with plastic elements Prince Valiant Sword, scabbard, and shield and King Arthur shield. The 13” diameter shields display in very good condition, with wear including scratches and light oxidation. The 13.5”x2.5” scabbard is also in very good condition, with slight paint loss at the tip from friction. The 17.5”x4” sword is in good condition, with much wear to the silver paint from play. Opening Bid: $50.00

283. A Rare Ideal Mighty Mouse Plush Toy. (Ideal, 1960) A rare plush Mighty Mouse toy by Ideal. With satin outfit by Skinner, vinyl face, and faux fur head, Mighty Mouse originally had a black cord to suspend him from the ceiling, which has been replaced with fishing line. Measuring 10.5” tall, the toy is in good to fair condition, with wear from display and spotting mainly to the back. The lot comes with an enamel Mighty Mouse pin.

Opening Bid: $100.00

284. A Collection of (3) Mighty Mouse Comics and (1) Book. (St. John’s Publishing/Wonder Books, 1950-1958) A collection of (1) Mighty Mouse storybook, “Mighty Mouse To The Rescue,” and (3) comic books. The comics included are Mighty Mouse Comics issues #16 and #25, and the first 3-D comic book ever published, “Three Dimensions Comics.” Comic issue #16 is in fair to good condition with wear to the spine and cover, and a 2” bottom corner missing from the first page. Issue #25 is good condition with wear to the cover including light creasing, wear to spine, and a .25” spot of sticker lift. Three Dimension Comics is in very good condition, with very light wear to the cover and spine. The storybook “Mighty Mouse to the Rescue” is in good condition with cover/edge wear. The books measure between 6.5”x8.25” and 7.5”x11”. Opening Bid: $50.00

285. A Collection of (8) Mighty Mouse Items. (Various, 1950s1989) A collection of (8) small Mighty Mouse items. Included are an embroidered baseball cap, a sealed lightweight glider, (2) plastic figures measuring 4” and 6.5” tall, a club member card, a wristwatch (non-working), a vinyl wallet, and a tube of toothpaste with box, from Japan. Measuring various sizes, the vinyl wallet and cap are in fine condition, the toothpaste very good condition, and the rest fair condition. The toothpaste should be considered collectible for display only, not for use. Opening Bid: $25.00

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286. Tropical Fish Crank Type Tin Toy. (Yoshiya, 1950s) A very unusual tin toy made by Yoshiya (KO) of Japan. The colorful tin litho fish contains an internal friction mechanism with a crank on the bottom. When cranked, the toy travels in a random pattern. Measuring 7.5”x4.5” tall, the toy includes original green plastic fins and plastic dome eyes over marble pupils. The toy is in fine condition with light wear from age but still glossy. The original box is worn and faded with small tears throughout but still presents well. Opening Bid: $50.00

287. A Diving Submarine Toy and Box by Wolverine. (Wolverine, 1950s) A Diving Submarine Toy by Wolverine Supply & Manufacturing Company. When wound, the toy dives and resurfaces. Measuring 13”x4.5” tall, the toy is in very good working conditionwith few scuffs and little wear to the tin litho imagery. It retains the original cork, key, and box. Measuring 13.25”x3”x4”, the box is in fair condition with wear throughout and tears to flaps. Opening Bid: $50.00

288. Set of (3) Stag & Deer Plush Dolls by Steiff. (Steiff, 1950s) Set of (3) Deer Plush Dolls by Steiff. The stag is made of mohair, wool and cotton and retains the original ear tag. The two deer are missing their tags. Measuring 13” and 14.5” tall, the plush dolls are in good-to-very good condition exhibiting some areas of missing mohair, minor soiling, fading, and wear to threads and fabric. Opening Bid: $50.00

289.

(Louis Marx & Co, 1950s) A tin litho friction toy “Luxury Liner” produced by Marx in the 1950s. The 14.5” long liner is in very good condition with no dents or major scratches. One wheel is missing from the underside (easily replaceable) and the sparking mechanism in the bow no longer sparks. The toy comes with the original printed box which is in good condition with yellowing to the paper and missing end flaps. Opening Bid: $50.00

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A Marx Sparkling Luxury Liner Tin Toy With Box.

291. Collection of (6) Battery-Operated Santa Toys. (Various Manufacturers, 1950s-80s) A Collection of (6) Santa battery-operated mechanized toys. The action toys were manufactured by a variety of companies (ALPS & Trade Mark and Son AI Toys), over a span of four decades, and are composed of tin, celluloid, and rubber elements. Four of the toys come with their original boxes. The function of five toys have been tested and most require servicing (the Biker Santa’s battery compartment screws are stripped). Measuring 9” to 12.5” tall, the toys are in good condition overall with few in fair condition, despite oxidation, scuffs, wear to paint and both aesthetic and mechanical elements. Opening Bid: $50.00

290. A Collection of (10) Santa Wind-up Mechanized Toys. (Various Manufacturers, 1950s-60s) A Collection of (10) Santa Wind-up Mechanized Toys. The action toys were manufactured by a variety of companies (Bandai, ALPS & Trade Mark, Sankyo, and Tohko-Toy), over a span of two decades, and are composed of tin, celluloid, and rubber elements. Eight of the toys come with their original boxes. The function of the toys have been tested and most require servicing. Measuring 4” to 9.75” tall, the toys are in good condition overall with few in fair condition, despite oxidation, scuffs, wear to paint and mechanical elements. Opening Bid: $50.00

292. A Show Boat Tin Toy & Box by Trademark Toys. (Trade Mark, 1950s) A Show Boat with Whistle and Smoke Tin Toy & box manufactured by Trade Mark Modern Toys in Japan. The sidewheeler steamboat features lithographic imagery over tin and mechanized action powered by (3) batteries and activated by a switch in the rear aft of the ship. The toy has been tested for function and is in working condition. Measuring 13.25” long and 5.5” tall, the tin toy is in fine condition with only light wear throughout and comes with plastic smokestacks and tin boats. The toy comes inside its original 14.25”x5.75”x5” fair condition box, exhibiting heavy wear and tear but still presentable for display. Opening Bid: $100.00

293. A G.I. Joe And His Jouncing Jeep Wind-Up. (Unique Art Mfg., 1950) A “G.I. Joe And His Jouncing Jeep” tin toy. When wound, the jeep curves forwards and backwards as Joe bounces up and down. Measuring 7”x7”, the toy is in good condition, functioning well but with spots of oxidation and wear, and the back panels of the jeep missing. Opening Bid: $25.00

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294. A Collection of (7) Toy Planes. (Various, 1920s-1960’s) A collection of (7) well-played-with toy planes dating back to the early days of aviation. The set includes (6) diecast metal planes, and (1) well assembled plastic model kit of an unidentified Army two seat propellor plane. The metal toys include a 1950 pressed steel Wyandotte Twin Prop (repainted), a 1968 Gragston Sopwith Camel toy, a 1920’s era Cast iron “the MonoCoupe” #353 plane, an early red and yellow cast iron single prop plane with “N4” on the wings, a silver painted cast iron plane with red stars, and a very rusted 1930’s era Wyandotte Crusader Airplane. Measuring up to 9.5”x6”, while their technical conditions range from very good to poor, the nostalgia factor of all of these toys is excellent.

Opening Bid: $50.00

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295. A Marx Lumar Army Truck #361. Army Truck with canvas cover. This heavy steel truck is rare to find with the canvas cover. Measuring 6”x18.5”x9.5” high, the truck is in fair condition, with spots of paint loss, oxidation and wear from age, and some fraying to the canvas. Opening Bid: $50.00 297. A Terre-Mars Tin Spaceship Toy. (SFA, 1954) A tin flying saucer toy produced by SFA Paris. The toy rolls on tin wheels. Measuring 7.5”x6”, the toy has wear from play including scuffs, scratches, and a bent fin, but displays in good condition. Opening Bid: $25.00 298. A Woody Woodpecker Spring Alarm Clock With Box. (Columbia Time Products, 1959) A Woody Woodpecker alarm clock with original box. With luminous hands and numbers, the clock measures 4.75”x4.5”. and displays in good condition, although it is non-functional and needs servicing. There is slight oxidation around the face. The 5.5”x3.5”x5” box is in very good condition, with ing Bid: $50.00 299. Magic Color Mercury Explorer Tin Toy. (Ananias Ananiades, 1960s) A tin litho Magic Color Dome Spaceship toy. When switched on, it roves around with “jet engine sound” while lights in the dome change colors. Measuring 9”x4.5”, the toy is in very good condition with a few light scratches to paint overall. Lights and sound function though movement tested weak. The 8.5”x4.75” box is in good condition with some creases wear, including punctures to the illustrated top panel. Opening Bid: $100.00

300. A Casper the Friendly Ghost Bowl. (Harvey, 1960s) A Casper the Friendly Ghost bowl. Measuring 5”x2”, the milk glass bowl is in good condition, with much fading to the orange background, and some loss to the black image lines. Opening Bid: $25.00

301. Casper the Friendly Ghost RollOver Tin Tank with Box. (LineMar, 1961) A Casper the Friendly Ghost wind-up tank toy with box. When wound, the tin tank rolls in circles, with Casper rearing up underneath to flip it in another direction. The tank and box are decorated with other Harvey comics characters including Baby Huey and little Audrey. Measuring 4”x2.5”, the toy is in good working condition, with light wear from play, and oxidation to the plain metal guns. The 4”x2.75” box is in very good condition, with light wear typical of age. Opening Bid: $100.00

302. A Tin Litho Pirate Wind-Up Toy by Yone. (Yone, 1960s) A tin litho wind-up pirate toy with built in key. Produced by Yone of Japan in the 1960s, the toy stands 6.25” tall and features moveable arms and legs and a bell. When wound the pirate moves forward and in circles while moving his arms up and down as the bell rings. The toy is in very good condition with expected wear and soiling

Tin Toy by ALPS. (ALPS, 1960s) A rare batteryoperated “Planet Explorer” toy produced by ALPS in the 1960s. Measuring 11”x6”x5.5” tall, the tin and plastic toy operates on two “D” Batteries placed in a panel underneath. The dome lights, the guns move, and explorer makes noise as it moves around. The toy is in good condition, but missing the plastic radar screen that would be mounted to the rod at the left rear. The graphics are in good condition with expected wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $50.00

304.

battery operated car by Hubley. The tin litho car with cloth canopy “rocks, rattles, and rolls” forward or backwards, and tests in good working order. The 5”x9”x8.5” high (with canopy) toy is in very good to fine condition, with light wear mainly evident along the top edge of the dashboard. The 5”x5”x9.5” original box is in good condition, with wear typical of age. Opening Bid: $100.00

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303. Planet Explorer Battery-Operated A Mr. Magoo Battery-Operated Car with Box.

305. Tom & Jerry Battery-Operated Tin Toy. (Modern Toys, 1960s) A Tin litho and vinyl battery operated toy hand car produced by Modern Toys in the 1960s. The toy features a colorful tin litho car with an attached Jerry with a tin litho body and plastic head. When turned on, the toy moves forward as Jerry cranks the wheels and moves up and down on his seat. Measuring 8”x9.5” tall the toy is in good condition with some soiling and wear from age and display. Jerry’s seat has detached from the toy but still functions. Opening Bid: $50.00

306. A Huckleberry Hound Dantee Confections Tin Box. (Dantee, 1960s) A 4”x5”x1” tin confections container produced by Dantee Confections of Blackpool England. The container lid features graphics of Hanna-Barbera’s Huckleberry Hound. In good condition with scratches and wear throughout Opening Bid: $20.00

307. A Pair of Top Cat TV-Tinykins & Boxes by MARX. (MARX, 1960s) A Pair of Top Cat TV-Tinykins by Louis MARX & Company, Inc. The pair of figures of Benny the Ball and Choo Choo were hand-painted and are mounted inside their original boxes. Measuring 1.25” tall, each figure is mounted inside its 1”x1.25” and 2.25” tall box, the figures in very good condition with few scuffs and little signs of wear, while the boxes are in very good-to-good condition exhibiting few tears, creases, and wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

308. Fred Flintstone Riding Dinosaur Toy. (Marx, 1962) A vintage Fred Flintstone on Dino battery-operated tin toy manufactured by Marx. When the Dino figure is switched on, the wheels on the bottom of the toy begin to roll, his neck moves. The electronics have been tested and Dino’s feet paddled intermittently, but he does not move forward. Dino and Fred measure 12” tall, 14.5” long, and 6.5” wide and the toy is in good condition. There is some paint loss to Dino’s head and some fading to his coat. Opening Bid: $50.00

309. An Original Bonanza Lunch Box by Aladdin. (Aladdin, 1963) A Bonanza Lunch Box manufactured by Aladdin Industries. The metal lunch box features the memorable characters portrayed by actors Lorne Greene, Dan Blocker, Michael Landon and Pernell Roberts on the Ponderosa Ranch in a colorful lithographic display. Measuring 8” in length and 7.5”x3.75”, the lunch box is in good used condition with scuffs, scratches, and much oxidation throughout from use.

Opening Bid: $50.00

310. A Bedrock Express Wind-Up Tin Train Toy. (Marx, 1960’s) A tin-litho Bedrock Express wind-up toy with a built-in key manufactured by Marx. Fred Flintstone drives the engine, and three colorful passenger cars with Flintstone character graphics on both sides follow. The train rolls in a zig-zag motion when wound, and tests in working order. Measuring 12.5” long, the piece is in very good condition with very light wear from use. Opening Bid: $50.00

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311. A Peanuts Lunchbox & Bottle by Thermos. (Thermos, 1980) A Peanuts lunchbox by the King-Seeley Thermos Company. The thermos and lunchbox feature Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, and Woodstock. The lunchbox measures 8.75”x6.75”x4” and is in good condition, with few scuffs, minor oxidation, and little wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

312. A Collection of (5) Peanuts Music Boxes. (Anri, 1968-’72) A collection of (5) wooden music boxes featuring scenes of Snoopy skating, as the World War I Flying Ace, and with Linus. The boxes rotate while playing “What the World Needs Now”, “Pack Up Your Troubles,” “My Way,” “The Skaters Waltz,” and “The Impossible Dream.” Measuring between 4”x3.5” and 5”x5”, the music boxes are in very good working condition, with the box of Snoopy as a hockey player in good condition with some chipping to paint on the edges. Opening Bid: $50.00

313. A Vintage Peanuts Metal Suitcase. (Peanuts, 1970s) A bright blue metal suitcase featuring Charlie Brown and the whole Peanuts gang. The interior lining is decorated with images of Snoopy in his various roles. Measuring 5.5”x10”x17.5”, the case is in good condition, with light wear from handling and age including very small scratches to the image, light oxidation to edges, and some spotting to the interior lining. Opening Bid: $50.00

314. An Original “The Magic of Lassie” Lunch Box & Thermos. (Thermos, 1978) An original “The Magic of Lassie” Lunch Box & Thermos manufactured by the King-Seeley Thermos Company. The tin lunch box and thermos feature imagery of Lassie and colorful scenes from the television series. Measuring 8.75” in length and 7.5”x4”, the lunch box is in good used condition with a slight dent to one corner, mild discoloration, scuffs, oxidation, and wear. Measuring 6.5”x3.25”, the plastic 8 oz. thermos is in good condition, exhibiting mild scratches to the graphic, edges, and cap from use. Opening Bid: $25.00

315. A Pair of Marx Cary the Crow Tin Wind-Up Toys. (Marx, 1960s) A pair of Cary the Crow wind-up toys produced by Marx Toys in the 1960s. The tin litho toys stand 3.5” and 4” tall and feature an internal wind-up mechanism with built-in key. When wound the crows hop around in random directions. Both are in good condition with rust and wear evident around the feet. When wound, both work intermittently and need service. Opening Bid: $25.00

316. Snoopy & Red Baron Wooden Music Boxes by Schmid. (Schmid, 1968/70) A rare pair of wooden figural music boxes featuring Snoopy and The Red Baron. Produced by Schmid in 1968 and 1970, the Red Baron measures 8”x6.5”x5.75” tall, and Snoopy measures 8”x6.5”x5” tall. The Baron plays “Auf Wiedersehen” and Snoopy plays “When The Saints Go Marching In.” Both are in good condition with soiling and wear throughout. Both have some light water staining and both have faded or damaged stickers. Opening Bid: $100.00

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317. Cragstan Space Patrol Tank Tin Toy. (Cragstan, 1960s) A Tin space patrol tank with original box. Battery operated, the tank barrel moves up and down, the tank curves left and right, the hatch opens, and the soldier’s head pops up while the plane circles above. Measuring 9”x4.5” (not including the plane) the toy is in fine working condition. The 4.5”x4.5”x9.75” box is in poor condition, with wear, tape, and a 3” hole on one edge, but displays fair. Opening Bid: $50.00

318. A Rare Dinky Canadian Fire Chief’s Car and Box. (Dinky, 1960) A Dinky Toys #257 Canadian Fire Chief’s Car. This hard-to-find die-cast toy measures 1.25”x4”x1.25” tall and is in fine condition with some light wear and tarnishing to chrome parts. The original box is in good condition with all flaps intact, but extensive wear to the box graphics. Opening Bid: $100.00

319. “The Mighty Kong” Remote Control Toy with Box. (Marx, 1960’s) A rare battery-operated Mighty Kong toy by Marx. With (2) D Cell batteries (not included) in the wired remote, Kong is able to walk forward, or beat his chest and turn his head while mouth opens, roaring. Measuring 8”x5.5”x11” high, the toy is in good condition, with wear to fur from display, and scuffing to the remote. The box is in fair but displayable condition with original inserts, wear, warping, and (2) edges of the top split. Opening Bid: $100.00

320. A James Bond 007 Lunch Box & Thermos by Aladdin. (Aladdin, 1966) A rare James Bond Secret Agent 007 Lunch Box & Thermos by Aladdin. The sides feature scenes inspired by Goldfinger and Thunderball. Measuring 7”x8”x3.75”, the lunchbox is in very good condition despite dents, scuffs, wear, and spots of slight oxidation. Measuring 7” tall, the half-pint Thermos, cap, and lid are in very good condition, exhibiting minor scratches and slight oxidation to few areas and wear from use. Opening Bid: $100.00

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321. A Carlos V

Friction Toy. (Carlos V, 1960s) A rare friction operated Batmobile produced by Carlos V in Argentina, with original box. The friction-operated propulsion feature still works. Measuring 3”x9”x2.75” high, the toy is in very good condition, with very light wear typical of age, and most of the hood decal missing. The box is in fine condition with light wear to

Exclusive to the Japanese market, the hood is emblazoned with the “Batman” logo and the doors and trunk have the Batmobile name. The doors also have bat symbols as do the tin litho hubcaps. The cockpit has a tin litho upper body and shoulders of Batman with a soft vinyl head. The rear wheels turn and make noise, but no longer work in the intended fashion. The body shows very little wear and presents itself in fine condition. An

(Alps, 1966) An extremely rare battery-operated Batmobile made in Japan by Alps in the 1960s. This version was styled after General Motors’ Firebird III concept car and features great lithography of two bats on the top surface of car, which also has two sections in back with red and green translucent plastic panels. Lithography also includes detailed cockpits with Batman and Robin’s bodies as well as detailed controls. Batman and Robin each have separate tin litho heads. There is a Separate tin litho compartment in front of Robin in the hood that lifts to reveal a gun that lights. The 11.5” toy has rubber tires and actions include bump-and-go, firing noise, gun lights and back lights. All function well. The Batmobile has some scattered wear in the form of tiny nicks and scratches but remains in very good condition. The toy is extremely dirty and with a professional cleaning would be considered in fine condition. A great example of a scarce toy. Opening Bid: $300.00

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Batmobile 322. Batman Batmobile Japanese Tin Friction Toy.

325. A Batman and Robin Lunchbox by Aladdin. (Aladdin/NPP, 1966) A Batman and Robin lunchbox by Aladdin Industries. The sides feature the dynamic duo performing heroic acts and defeating the dastardly denizens of Gotham City. Measuring 7”x8”x4”, the lunchbox is in fair condition despite dents, scuffs, wear, and oxidation throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

326. A Pair Of Billiken Batman & Joker Wind-Up Tin Toys. (Billiken, 1989) A 9” tall tin litho wind-up toy of Batman and an 8.5” tall tin litho wind-up toy of The Joker based on the 1989 “Batman” film starring Michael Keaton. The toys feature a tin litho body and a vinyl head. When wound, Batman and the Joker move forward and move their arms. These limited production toys are in very good condition with wear from display. Each comes with its 3.5”x4.5”x9.5” very good condition box. The original key is included with The Joker, which winds either toy. Both function well. Opening Bid: $100.00

327. A Pair of Batman Talking Alarm Clocks by Janex. (Janex, 1974) A Pair of Batman Talking Alarm Clocks by Janex. The pair of clocks depict Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder with the Batmobile and once featured a Talking Alarm. Each timepiece operates on a C4 battery, has been tested for function, and requires servicing. Measuring 6.5”x2.75” and 7” tall, the plastic clocks are in good condition exhibiting dust retention, yellowing to plastic, and wear overall. An original 7.5”x7”x3” box is included and is in good condition despite yellowing and fading to cardstock and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00

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328. A Charlie’s Angels Lunch Box & Thermos. (Aladdin, 1978)

An original Charlie’s Angels Lunch Box and Thermos. The metal lunch box and Thermos feature imagery of Kris, Sabrina, and Kelly in colorful action-packed scenes from the television series. Measuring 8” in length and 7.75”x4”, the lunch box is in good used condition exhibiting discoloration, mild scuffs, oxidation, and wear. Measuring 6.5”x4.5” in diameter, the plastic Thermos is in good condition, exhibiting slight wear to bottle and cap from use. Opening Bid: $50.00

329. A Super Powers Lunch Box by Aladdin. (Aladdin, 1983) A Super Powers Lunch Box manufactured by Aladdin. The metal lunch box features Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, and Robin in a colorful display. Measuring 8” in length and 7.75”x3.75”, the lunch box is in good used condition with spots of discoloration, mild denting to two corners, scuffs, and wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

330. A Limited Edition JAWS Lunch Box & Thermos. (NECA, 2001) A limited edition JAWS Lunch Box and thermos manufactured by NECA. The tin lunch box and thermos feature the terrifying JAWS in a colorful display. Measuring 8.75” in length and 7.5”x3.75”, the lunch box is in good used condition with spots of discoloration, mild scuffs and wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

331. A Steiff Limited Edition Mr. Hopkins Plush. (Steiff, 2008)

A Limited Edition Mr. Hopkins plush bunny by Steiff. The tag in his ear, next to the trademark Steiff gold-plated button, identifies this as number 00705 of 2000. With all tags attached, this 8.5” plush rabbit is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

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These simple products attributed to the innocuously named Synanon belie a dark chapter in Hollywood, and even American history. In the guise of a drug rehabilitation program, Synanon exerted social control over members, indoctrinating them into a cult they could never leave. Group doctrines included routinely threatening and enacting violence on those who opposed them. One of Synanon’s cash-raising ventures was selling promotional product such as these. It is notable these items are in attorney Paul Morantz’s collection, as he had successfully brought suit against Synanon on behalf of former members. Synanon responded by placing a de-rattled snake in Morantz’s mailbox, which bit him and required six days of hospitalization for recovery. This incident and its press coverage led to police and government investigations that ultimately led to the downfall of Synanon, known as one of the “most dangerous and violent cults America has ever seen.”

332.

Oven Telephone. (Syn-

1985) A promotional phone shaped like an electric oven range and microwave. Measuring 8.5”x3.5”, the unused phone is in fine condition in the original box. Has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $25.00

8.5”x3.5”,

9.5”x3”, the phone is in fine unused condition within its original box. Has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $25.00

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Whirlpool anon, 333. A Kenmore Oven Telephone. (Synanon, 1985) A promotional phone shaped like an electric oven range and microwave, by Kenmore. Measuring the phone is in very good condition with light marks from use. Has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $25.00 334. Classic Sunoco Blue Gas Pump Phone. (Sunoco/Synanon, 1984) A promotional phone shaped like a classic blue gas pump. Measuring 335. The No. 1 Telephone. (Synanon, 1980s) A phone shaped like the Number One. No other phone in the 1980’s could project the image of success like this. Unused in original box, the 8”x4” phone is in fine condition. Has not been tested for function. 336. An Ethyl Gas Pump Novelty Phone. (Synanon, 1984) A promotional phone shaped like a classic red Ethyl gas pump. Measuring 9.5”x3”, the phone is in fine unused condition, in its original good condition box. Has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $25.00 337. A Shell Gas Pump Radio. (Synanon, 1985) A promotional novelty radio shaped like a classic yellow Shell gas pump. Measuring 9.5”x3”, the radio is in fine unused condition, in its original good condition box. Tested for function it works perfectly receiving both AM and FM band. Opening Bid: $25.00

The Mickey Mouse watch first introduced by Ingersoll at the 1933 World’s Fair is undeniably the most famous character watch, but it wasn’t the first. That distinction goes to comic strip character Buster Brown, who appeared on two watches promoting Brown shoes when he became their mascot in 1904. The 1933 Mickey was the first to sculpt the character’s arms as the watches hands. After World War II, character watches enjoyed a resurgence, and TV cowboys characters joined the ranks. The ticking second hand motion was sometimes utilized to animate an element in a scene on the watch face, such as a cowpoke drawing and lowering his gun. The watches here are prime examples of the most popular and sought-after timepieces of their day.

338. A Buster Brown Pocket Watch with Box. (Brown Shoe Company, 1900’s) A rare Buster Brown pocket watch with its very rare original box. Buster Brown and his dog Tige were popular comic strip characters who debuted in 1902. In 1904 they became mascots of the Brown Shoe Company, and the (2) promotional watches showing Buster and Tige are believed to be the first character watches ever created. The 2” diameter watch with nearly 1” long pendant is in good condition, with clear crystal, discoloration to the face from age, and scuffs and scratches to the case from handling. The watch does not function and requires service. The 3”x2.25” box is in very good condition for its age and scarcity, with wear from handling and a few pencil marks. Opening Bid: $300.00

a character’s arms as watch hands, being produced shortly after the iconic original Mickey Mouse watch in 1933. The dial features (8) images of Thimble Theater characters including Olive Oyl, and a rotating image of Wimpy to count the seconds. The watch operates when wound and given a gentle shake to start the movement. Measuring 2” in diameter and 2.5” including pendant and bow, the watch is in very good working condition, with wear from handling to the nickel case. Opening Bid: $500.00

340. A Little Orphan Annie Wristwatch with Original

(New Haven Clock, 1935) A Little Orphan Annie watch with box. With a full image of Annie on the face, the watch measuring 1”x7.25” displays in fair condition, with wear from age. When wound the watch keeps time but needs servicing. The 3.75”x6.75” box is in good condition, with some color fading and wear from age and handling.

Opening Bid: $100.00

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341. A Buck Rogers Pocket Watch with Rare Box. (Ingraham, 1936) A rare working Buck Rogers pocket watch with the extremely rare full box and instructions. The colorful 2” diameter watch is illustrated with Buck and Wilma on the face, with bright copper lightning bolt hands to tell the time. The back of the watch is stamped with an image of Comet Man. The box lid is lavishly illustrated in full color on all sides and includes the gold and black insert also decorated with images of characters, ships, and celestial objects. The piece is complete with the 2”x3.5” folded “Guarantee and Directions” paper inside, which is fully readable but in fair condition, with chipping to edges and fold. The box and insert are in good condition, with the insert retaining its golden luster. The box bottom is red and glossy, with typical scuffs to edges and bottom from handling. The box top is split along the edges of all four corners, but firmly retains its shape. The watch itself is in very good condition, with a bright face and clear crystal, and scuffs and finish loss to the silver case. Opening Bid: $500.00

342. A Scarce Woody Woodpecker Ingraham Watch. (Ingraham, 1940s) A very rare Woody Woodpecker watch by Ingraham. The 1.1”x1.5” silver luster metal case contains a full-color dial with a nice image of Woody Woodpecker with laughter behind him. It comes with the original red vinyl band which shows wear from use. There is light surface wear to the crystal, and when wound, the watch does run intermittently, but needs a full service. A great example of an extremely hardto-find watch. Opening Bid: $200.00

343. A Captain Marvel Wristwatch. (Marvel Importing Corp,1948) A Captain Marvel wristwatch with the original box. The 1.25” diameter watch has a chromed metal case and the original red band with foil price tag and paper watch guarantee. This is the larger of the two watches produced and features a full figure image of Captain Marvel on the dial. Although never used, the watch does not function and most likely needs servicing. The dial shows some fading and yellowing from age. The 4”x6.5” box is in good condition with some color fading, pencil marks, (2) .5” tears to the insert, and wear from handling. Overall, a fantastic example of a very desirable watch. Opening Bid: $100.00

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344. A Dick Tracy Wristwatch with box. (New Haven Clock & Watch, 1948) An early Dick Tracy watch with original box. The watch face shows Tracy in medium close-up holding a gun, and the box is illustrated with Chester Gould’s profiles of Tracy and Junior. Measuring 1.25”x9”, the watch is unworn, but non-functional from age, with oxidation to the case and curling to the suede band. The 4”x6.75” box is in good condition, with wear, and spotting to the cover image. Opening

345. A Pair of Superhero Watches. (New Haven Watch, 1948) A pair of watches featuring Superman and Mary Marvel. The Superman watch measures 1”x8.5” and needs service to function, presenting in good condition with wear from use and display, including cuffing to the case, and fading to the dial’s image. The Mary Marvel watch measures 1”x8.25” and is in very good working condition, with bright crystal and colorful face, and wear to the band and case from use. Opening Bid: $50.00

346. A Pair of Gene Autry and the Lone Ranger Watches. (US Time/Wilane, 19391940’s) A pair of watches of western heroes on horseback. The 1939 watch of the Lone Ranger riding Silver is by U.S. Time, and the watch with the image of Gene Autry on his horse Champion, is by the Wilane Watch Company. Autry’s watch is stamped on the back “Always Your Pal Gene Autry.” Both watches are presented on new bands. The 1”x1.5” Lone Ranger watch presents in good condition, with some wear to the case, and does not function. The Gene Autry watch measures 1.25”x1.25” and presents in fair condition, with color fading to the dial and much wear to the case including oxidation and does function when wound. Opening Bid: $50.00

347. A Gene Autry Wristwatch with (Wilane Watch, 1948) A Gene Autry wristwatch with original box. With a color portrait of the singing cowboy on the face, the back is engraved “Always your pal - Gene Autry.” The watch has a 7.5” long faux alligator skin band and a 1.25” silver luster case. The watch appears unworn and ticks when wound. The 5”x5” box is in good condition with one corner torn and fading

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1” wide in the 4”x4”x2.75” box, both display in very good condition with light wear from display, and slight oxidation to the watch’s case. When wound, the watch ticks and keeps time, but is in need of service. Opening Bid: $50.00

The Roy Rogers watch is 8.5” long with a 1.25” case while the Dale Evans watch is 7.5” long. Each piece is in good condition, with slight tarnish and oxidation to the case and expansion band of one, wear throughout each, but retaining their original vintage 1950s boxes. Also included is one rare 5.5”x2.5”x4” fair condition Dale Evans window box, exhibiting much wear throughout. The watches need servicing to function. Opening Bid: $100.00

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348. A Timex Hopalong Cassidy Wristwatch. (Timex, 1950s) A Hopalong Cassidy wristwatch with original display box. The watch bearing Cassidy’s likeness with western-decorated leather band rests on a wood and cardboard saddle display. Measuring 349. A Pair of Roy Rogers & Dale Evans Watches by Bradley. (Bradley, 1950s) A Pair of Roy Rogers & Dale Evans Watches by Bradley. The timepieces feature the “King of the Cowboys” and the “Queen of the West.”

350. A Pair of Rare Li’l Abner Animated Watches. (New Haven Watch Co., 1951) A pair of very rare Li’l Abner animated wristwatches. The watch featuring a moving mule comes in its original box and displays in fine condition, with slight cloudiness to the crystal. The 2.5”x6” box is in good condition with color fading, and typical wear for age. The watch with Abner saluting a waving American flag displays in fair condition, with color fading to the dial, and wear to the band from use. Both watches need servicing to function properly. Opening Bid: $400.00

351. A Howdy Doody Wristwatch and Display Box. (Ingraham, 1954) A rare Howdy Doody watch by Ideal and Ingraham, still sealed in the original display box with instructions. A die cut cardboard figure of the famous puppet holds the watch for display within a plastic cover The watch face features Howdy, Clarabelle, and friends. The child’s watch is in very fine condition, unused with price band still in place, but has not been tested for function (still sealed and most likely would need a service). The 6.5”x4”x2” display stand is in very fine condition, with only the fragile plastic cover showing slight wear from age. Opening Bid: $200.00

352. A Pair of Howdy Doody Wristwatches by Patent.

as “the only watch with moveable eyes,” one featuring a larger case and compass on the band. Each watch has been tested for function and requires servicing. Measuring 7.5” and 8” long, the watches are in good condition exhibiting fading to face, scuffs to case, and minor wear. Included is an original 7”x4”x1” fair-condition

by

Company. One variation of the watch has carrot hands while the other has standard hands. Measuring 7.5” to 8” in length with a 1.25” diameter case, the watches are in good and fine condition, with notable tarnish and oxidation to the case and bezel, and creases and wear to the band of the one with standard hands. The watches come with an original 7.5”x4.25” and .75” deep very good condition box, which exhibits only minor wear to edges and corners.

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Opening Bid: $50.00

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(Patent, 1950s) A pair of Howdy Doody Wristwatches by Patent Watch Company. The watches are advertised box and guarantee, with fading, wear and tear. Opening Bid: $100.00 353. A Pair of Bugs Bunny Wristwatches by New Haven. (New Haven, 1950s) A pair of Bugs Bunny Wrist Watches the New Haven Clock Watch

354. A Pair of Literary Character Watches. (New Haven Watch, 19511960) A pair of wristwatches featuring images of literary versions of famous characters. The very rare 1951 Alice and Mad Hatter ladies’ wristwatch by New Haven Watch is designed to count the seconds with the Mad Hatter rocking back and forth. This watch is non-functioning yet presents itself in good condition with wear to the case and band from use. The 1960 Robin Hood watch is in very good working condition with very clear crystal and bright face, and wear to case and strap from use. The Alice watch measures 1”x8”, and Robin Hood measures 1.5”x8.5”. Opening Bid: $50.00

356. A Mighty Mouse Fashion Wristwatch by Bradley. (Bradley, 1969) An original Mighty Mouse Fashion Wristwatch by Bradley. The wristwatch features Mighty Mouse, with electronically timed and precision Swiss-made movement, and bright red vinyl and leatherette band. With a 1.25” metal case, it comes inside the original 5.75” long Bradley hinged box with Mighty Mouse Fashion Wristwatch label and full-color Guarantee card. The watch is in very good condition with slight color fading to the face and mild creases to band from display. The watch has been tested for function and requires servicing. Opening Bid: $100.00

355. A Pair of Yogi Bear & Archie Watches. (Bradly/Rouan, 1960’s) A pair of watches featuring cartoon characters from the 1960’s. The Yogi Bear watch measuring 1.25”x1.5” was produced by Bradley in 1963 and is non-functioning, presenting in good condition with color fading and wear to the case. The Archie Comics watch measures 1.5”x1.5”, was produced by Rouan in the late 1960’s, and is in very good working condition. Each wristwatch is presented on a new watchband. Opening Bid: $25.00

357. A Collection of (3) Jay Ward Character Watches. (Jay Ward, 19701973) A collection of (3) Jay Ward character watches, from a series of (16) he released in the early 1970’s. Included are Bullwinkle J. Moose, the notorious Natasha, and George of the Jungle. The Bullwinkle and Natasha watch have both been tested as running, George of the Jungle does not and requires service. Each watch measures 1”x9” and all display in good condition with clear crystals and bright dials, with wear including oxidation to the cases, and wear from age to the leather bands on Bullwinkle and Natasha. Opening Bid: $50.00

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In animation ceramics, Disney pieces outnumber those for other Studios by a huge factor. Popular characters like Bugs Bunny, Woody Woodpecker, and Huckleberry Hound all were represented in figurines, often by the same companies that produced the more numerous Disney fare. Their relative rarity only makes them all the more cherished by the collectors who seek them out.

358. A Rare Skippy Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A rare 5.5” tall bisque figure of Skippy with a moveable arm. Skippy was the main character in a popular comic strip of the same name published from 1923 to 1945. Produced in Japan in the 1930s, the bisque is in good condition with light wear, some chips in paint, and a loose right arm (needs to be restrung).

Opening Bid: $50.00

360. A Rare Pair of Flip the Frog Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930’s) A pair of Flip the Frog bisque figures. Produced in Japan, these were most likely distributed by George Borgfeldt, like most animated character bisques at the time. Measuring 5” tall, they are each in very good condition, with typical wear, and one exhibiting fading to the green areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

359. A Pair of Flip the Frog Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s) A pair of Flip the Frog bisque figures manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. Measuring 3.5” tall, the figures are in very good condition despite a few light spots of dust soiling and little wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

361. A Betty Boop and Mickey Mouse Glazed Ceramic Dish. (Japan, 1930s) A ceramic dish featuring an unlicensed image of Mickey Mouse and Betty Boop produced in Japan in the 1930s. In the 1930s many unlicensed products were produced in Japan. Several included this image of an unofficial meeting between the two animation icons. Measuring 5” in diameter, the dish is in very good condition with some light wear to the image. The remnants of a decal that once read “Crystal Beach Canada” remains at the top of the dish indicating this was once sold as a souvenir. Opening Bid: $100.00

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362. A Little Orphan Annie China Ashtray. (Japan, 1930s) A painted china ashtray featuring Little Orphan Annie and Sandy. Produced in Japan in the 1930s, the ashtray is 3.5” tall with a Famous Artists Syndicate copyright on the back and a “Made In Japan” stamp underneath. The ashtray is in very good condition with some wear and soiling from age and use. Opening Bid: $50.00

363. A Moon Mullins & Kayo Bisque Toothbrush Holder. (F.A.S., 1930s-40s) A Moon Mullins and Kayo Bisque Toothbrush Holder manufactured by F.A.S. in Japan. Measuring 4” tall, the figural piece is in very good condition with vibrant colors and little signs of wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

364. A Brayton Laguna Sally Girl Planter. (Brayton Laguna, 1940’s) A Sally girl planter by Brayton Laguna Pottery of California. The “Sally Girl” was released in many different styles through Brayton Laguna’s history, with this yellow floral dress version attributed to the 1940’s. Measuring 6.75” high, the ceramic planter is in very good condition, with very light crazing and light wear from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

365. A Little Red Riding Hood Ceramic Teapot by Hull. Pottery, 1943) A Little Red Riding Hood figural teapot by Hull Pottery. Hull Pottery was founded in Crooksville Ohio in 1905, but their 1943 “Red Riding Hood” line was by far their most popular product. This exquisite teapot features a wide spout, and hook inside the lid to help hold it in place. Measuring 8.25”x7.25”x8” high, the teapot is in very good to fine condition, with nearly imperceptible chips to the inner unglazed lip of the lid only. Opening Bid: $100.00

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366. A Lil’ Eightball Ceramic Figurine by Don Roberto. (Don Roberto, 1940s) A rare painted glazed ceramic figurine of Walter Lantz’s Lil’ Eightball produced by Don Roberto Ceramics. The character appeared in only three Lantz theatrical shorts in 1939 and in Dell Comics’ “New Funnies” from 1942 to 1947. He was retired in 1947 after complaints of being too racially offensive. Measuring 2.75”x4.5” tall, the figure is in fine condition with typical light crazing, and original label attached. Opening Bid: $50.00

367. An Early Woody Woodpecker Ceramic Figurine. (Don Roberto, 1940’s) A rare early painted glazed ceramic figurine of Woody Woodpecker, produced by Don Roberto of Los Angeles. Measuring 5.25” high, the figure is in good condition, with light crazing to the glaze and chipping to the paint on the head, chin, and knee. Opening Bid: $50.00

368. A Ceramic Snuffy Skunk Figurine by Don Roberto. (Don Roberto, 1940s) A rare painted glazed ceramic figure of Walter Lantz’s Snuffy Skunk, produced by Don Roberto Ceramics. The character appeared in only three Lantz theatrical shorts in 1939 and in an Oswald the Lucky Rabbit short in 1941. Measuring 3.5”x4.25” tall, the figure is in very fine condition with the original label attached. Opening Bid: $50.00

369. A Ceramic Sniffles Figurine by Shaw Pottery. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Warner Bros’ Sniffles by Shaw Pottery. Measuring 4.5”x4.5” tall, the figurine is in fine condition, with light crazing typical of age. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Porky Pig Figurine by

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Pottery,

A painted glazed ceramic figure of Porky Pig by Shaw Pottery. Measuring 4”X5.5” tall, the figure is in fine condition, with light crazing typical of age. Opening Bid: $50.00

A pair of Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd painted glazed ceramic figurines by Shaw Pottery. Bugs Bunny was produced in many different poses by Shaw; this style eating a carrot is considered scarcer than others. Measuring 8.75” and 6” tall, the figures are in very good condition, exhibiting slight crazing to glaze.

372. Bugs Bunny & Elmer Fudd Ceramic Figurines by Shaw. (Shaw, 1940’s) A pair of Bugs Bunny and Elmer Fudd painted glazed ceramic figurines by Shaw Pottery. The figure of Elmer bears a label attributing it to Shaw and Co. Los Angeles”, one of the many names under which Shaw produced ceramics. Measuring 7.5” and 6” tall, the figures are in very good condition, exhibiting light crazing to glaze. Opening Bid: $100.00

painted glazed ceramic character bud vases by Shaw Pottery. Both Elmer Fudd and Bugs Bunny peer around a tree trunk, on the lookout for each other. Measuring 6.5” and 7” tall, both vases are in fine condition, exhibiting mild crazing to glaze on close inspection. Opening Bid: $100.00

374. A Daffy Duck Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw, 1940’s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Daffy Duck by Shaw Pottery. The label on Daffy’s right foot reads “Warner Bros. Daffy Shaw and Co.” dating its production to the late 1940’s. Measuring 5.5” tall, the figure is in very good condition, with a small chip to his tail, and light wear from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Ceramic Shaw Pottery. (Shaw 1940s) Bugs Bunny Elmer Fudd Figurines by Shaw. (Shaw, 1940’s)

(Regal China, 1951) A beautiful 5”x9.5”x7.5” tall figural china teapot produced by Regal China in 1951. Based on Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland,” the underside has a large, incised Walt Disney Productions copyright and “Mad Hatter” name. His removeable hat serves as a lid and he is depicted balancing a stack of cups that serve as the handle. The piece is in fine condition with no chips or crazing. An excellent example of a very rare piece.

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With a partial label reading “Tom and Jerry distributed by Loew’s Inc.”, this

piece displays the characters in their early style, when Tom had a four-footed stance. Measuring 8”x6”x7.5” high, the planter is in good condition, with chips to the paint in a few areas. Overall, it is a great example of this rare piece.

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375. A Miniature Winston Churchill Toby Jug. (Royal Doulton, 1940’s-2000) A miniature Winston Churchill figural jug by Royal Doulton. Toby jug is the term applied to figural pitchers of seated characters. Royal Doulton’s Churchill jug is one of the most widely distributed pieces of memorabilia of the renowned Prime Minister. Measuring 4” tall, the jug is in fine condition. Bid: $50.00 376. Mad Hatter Figural Teapot Regal China. Opening Bid: $200.00 377. A Jerry Mouse Ceramic Planter by Coventry. (Coventry, 1940’s) A painted glazed ceramic planter featuring Jerry Mouse (from Tom and Jerry) with a top hat. Measuring 3”x5”x3.5” tall, the piece is in fine condition with light crazing visible on the glaze inside of the hat only. Opening Bid: $50.00 378. A Ceramic Tom and Jerry Figural Planter. (Coventry, 1940’s) A very rare painted glazed ceramic planter of figural Tom and Jerry. figural Opening Bid: $100.00

379. A Jerry Ceramic Planter by Coventry. (Coventry, 1940’s) A painted glazed ceramic planter of Jerry Mouse (from Tom and Jerry) with a top hat. Measuring 3”x5”x3.5” tall, the piece is in very good condition with a few spots of paint loss on the top hat and crazing visible on the inside of the hat only. Opening Bid: $50.00

380. A Huckleberry Hound Ceramic Figurine. (Ideas Inc, 1960’s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Huckleberry Hound with top hat. The figurine was produced by Ideas Inc. of Des Moines, and made in Nagoya, Japan. The 6” tall Huck Hound is in fine condition, with a barely perceptible patch of scuffed glaze on the hat rim, and a tiny chip above the name on the base. Opening Bid: $50.00

381. A 1960s Yogi Bear Ceramic Figurine. (Ideas Inc., 1960s) A painted glazed ceramic figure of Yogi Bear produced in the early 1960s by Ideas Inc. Measuring 3”x5.5” tall, the figure is in fine condition, with small paint flecks and unglazed spots from original production. Opening Bid: $50.00

382. A Large Pufnstuf Witchiepoo Doll by MyToy. (MyToy, 1970) A large Sid & Marty Kroftt’s Pufnstuf Witchiepoo doll. The doll features soft vinyl head, hands, and feet with cloth clothing. Measuring 20.75” tall, the figure displays in good condition, with slight wear to paint, mild soiling and areas of dust on material clothing, and original tag. Opening Bid: $50.00

383. A Collection of (4) Wizard of Oz Porcelain Figures. (Seymour Mann, 1974) A collection of (4) porcelain figures of characters from “The Wizard of Oz.” The set includes The Cowardly Lion, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Dorothy with Toto too. The Lion and Scarecrow have their original tags, with photos identifying the film’s actors Bert Lahr and Ray Bolger, but notably Dorothy is wearing pink instead of the distinctive blue dress from the film. Each standing 6” tall, the figures are in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

The vintage heavy cardstock and twine display depicts Tarzan, Boy wearing a pair of Super Champ Juniors, and two girls in a tree house. Measuring 23” tall and 8”x11.25”, the piece is in good condition with dust, mild fading, and both wear and tears to flaps. Opening Bid: $50.00

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384. A Tarzan & Keds Super Champs Store Display by UniRoyal. (UniRoyal, 1960s-70s) A Keds Super Champs Store Display UniRoyal.

In 1903 Beatrix Potter filed a patent for a soft toy based on her most popular book, and Peter Rabbit became the first licensed character toy. With the birth of animation, a multitude of characters designed for visual appeal naturally inspired many toys. The original artwork and maquettes below represent many of the characters that spawned the toys and merchandise that shaped our childhood.

385. Original Fleischer Studio Popeye Layout Drawing. (Fleisher Studios, 1942) A Stunning detailed layout drawing of Popeye and Swee’Pea possibly from “Baby Wants a Bottleship.” Accomplished in graphite, the image measures 13.25”x9.75” on untrimmed 15.75”x12” animation paper. The artwork is in fine condition with expected wear from age.

Opening Bid: $1,000.00

387. A Mr. Magoo Production Cel and Background. (UPA Studios, 1964) A production cel and production background most likely from the 1964 TV Series, “The Famous Adventures of Mr. Magoo.” The image of Magoo measures 3.5”x4.5” on an untrimmed 12.5”x10.5” cel/. The cel has been placed on a 12.5”x10.5” production background from the series. Bot cel and background are in fine condition with a small area of the background missing along the bottom edge. Opening Bid: $300.00

386. Original Mr. Magoo Production Cels from “Ragtime Bear.” (UPA, 1949) Original production cel from the UPA Studios 1949 theatrical short, “Ragtime Bear.” This short featured the first appearance of Mr. Magoo. The cles of the bear and Magoo are untrimmed and measure 12.5”x10.5”. The total image size of the two characters is 4.5”x3.5”. The cels are in fine condition and have been placed on a color copy background. Opening Bid: $600.00

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389. A Rare Animator’s Maquette of Fred Flintstone. (Hanna-Barbera, 1960s) An extremely rare animator’s maquette of Fred Flintstone. Maquettes such as these are used by animators to help them visualize the character from different angles. Maquettes were commonly employed at big studios like Disney. However, at studios like Hanna-Barbera, they were considered an added expense and not often produced. This maquette of Yogi is one of only three from this era that we have ever seen. This maquette of Fred is one of only three from this era that we have ever seen. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted at the studio, Fred stands 11” tall and 5.5” wide. He is in very good condition with some small chipping in the paint, and a small chip in his left thumb and right little finger. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

388. A Rare Animator’s Maquette of Yogi Bear. (Hanna-Barbera, 1960s) An extremely rare animator’s maquette of Yogi Bear. Maquettes such as these are used by animators to help them visualize the character from different angles. Maquettes were commonly employed at big studios like Disney. However, at studios like Hanna-Barbera, they were considered an added expense and not often produced. This maquette of Yogi is one of only three from this era that we have ever seen. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted at the studio, Yogi stands 11.5” tall and 5.5” wide. He is in very good condition with some small chipping in the paint. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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390. A Flinstones Storyboard for “The Snorkasaurus Hunt.” (Hanna-Barbera, 1960) An Original storyboard panel from “The Snorkasaurus Hunt”. This panel was part of two large Storyboards used to pitch the show to the networks in 1959. It eventually aired as episode 18 in the first season. Measuring 4.5”x11.75”, the story board panel sheet has been mounted to a 5”x12.5” cardstock and is in very good condition with light staining from age. Opening Bid: $500.00

391. An Original 9-Panel Storyboard from The Flintstones. (Hanna-Barbera, 1961) An original 9-panel storyboard page from the first season episode of “The Flintstones” titled “The Astra’ Nuts.” Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12.5”x10.5” animation paper, the page features nine individual panels with dialogue and scene numbers. The artwork is in fine condition with light wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $500.00

392. Original Layout Drawings from “The Flintstones.” (Hanna-Barbera, 1964) A pair of original layout drawings of the 5th season episode of “The Flintstones” titled “The Gruesomes.” One layout features a 5”x3.5” image of Fred while the other features a 5.5”x4.25” image of Weirdly and Creepella. Both images are accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12.5”x10.5” animation paper. Both are in fine condition with some yellowing to the paper along the edges. Opening Bid: $300.00

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394. A Hand-Painted Publicity Cel for “Casper and Friends.” (Paramount, 1990) A hand-painted publicity cel for the 1990-1994 TV series, “Casper and Friends. The image size of the characters is 5.25”x5.5” on a 8.5”x12” cel. The artwork is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

393. A Woody Woodpecker Production Cel and Background. (Walter Lantz, c.1960s) An original production cel of Woody Woodpecker from a 1960s theatrical short placed on an original background from the same era. The cel and background were slightly trimmed to 11”x10” for presentation. The cel and background are in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $200.00

395. An Original Production Cel of Mighty Mouse. (Filmation Studios, 1979) An original production cel of Mighty Mouse paired with a production cel of a shark from the 1979 Filmation Studio TV Series, “The New Adventures of Mighty Mouse.” The cels have been placed on a hand-painted production background from another production. The entire piece measures 13.5”x10.5” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $25.00

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(Performo, 1920s/30s) An extremely rare porcelain and metal children’s tabletop featuring Performo’s Micky Mouse and Wadee-Nodee Duck. The Performo company was established in 1926 and produced toys that were distributed by The George Borgfeldt company. Their most popular doll was a black and white mouse who was named Micky after a national “Name the Mouse” contest in 1926. The similarities to Disney’s Mickey Mouse cannot be overlooked and in 1928, when Disney’s Mouse debuted, Performo’s Micky was at the height of his popularity. Disney’s Mickey Mouse and other character merchandise (also distributed by George Borgfeldt) quickly out-sold Performo toys. By 1933 Performo toys filed for bankruptcy and closed its doors. Measuring 20”x24” and 1” deep, the table-top displays in very good condition overall, despite some spots of oxidation including a large spot near the center of Micky, discoloration, and wear throughout. A fantastic early piece, and an interesting chapter in the history of character toys. Opening Bid: $200.00

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A Rare Performo Micky Porcelain Table Top.

With the unprecedented success of Mickey Mouse in 1928, there came an immediate public demand for product. With no apparatus established to handle merchandise for the studio, the first deal for a licensed product famously occured on a handshake between Walt and a prospective licensee, who approached him in a hotel lobby in New York offering $300 to license Mickey for school tablets. Being short on money at the time, Walt accepted. Thereafter, Walt Disney Enterprises was established to handle licensing, under Roy O. Disney’s direction.

Seeing the popularity of Mickey Mouse cartoons, theater manager Harry W. Woodin approached Walt with the idea of a theater-sponsored Mickey Mouse Club in September of 1929. The club would provide an easy method of getting and holding the patronage of youngsters, with inspirational, patriotic, and character-building activities to aid children in learning good citizenship. With the Studio’s blessing and guidance, Woodin opened the first club at his Fox Dome Theater in Ocean Park California. It proved so successful that before the end of the year, Roy Disney convinced Woodin to quit his job and come work for the Studio, as general manager of Mickey Mouse Clubs. Within several months, hundreds of Mickey Mouse Clubs popped up across the United States, and by 1932, there were over 800 branches world-wide, and over a million total members.

397. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Club Movie Theater Buttons. (Disney, 1928-30) A pair of 1.25” buttons advertising the first incarnation of the Mickey Mouse Clubs. The buttons were manufactured by Philadelphia Badge Company and retain their original paper backing. They promote the Fox Park Plaza Theater and Fox Cataract Theater Mickey Mouse Clubs and were given out to members. Both have a “W.E. Disney copyright 1928-1930.” The buttons are in very good condition, despite mild scuffs and the slightest tarnish and oxidation to the collet and spring pin, and wear to the paperback and shell. Opening Bid: $100.00

398. A Queen Anne Club Mickey Mouse Club Button. (Disney, 1930s) A celluloid and pinback button produced for the Queen Anne Mickey Mouse Club. The button was manufactured by the Dunnfield Printing Company of Seattle. Measuring just over .75” in diameter, the button is in good condition with spots of discoloration to image and celluloid, and expected oxidation to the rear shell, and spring pin. Opening Bid: $50.00

399. An Oriental Theater Mickey Mouse Club Button. (Disney, 1930s) A button advertising the Mickey Mouse Club branch hosted by the Oriental Theater of Denver, Colorado. Unlike many of the Mickey Mouse Club Buttons distributed, this one has a printed serial number. Measuring 1.25’

exhibiting slight spots of discoloration to the celluloid and graphic and expected oxidation to the rear shell and spring pin. Opening Bid: $100.00

A rare orange 1.25” button for the Mickey Mouse Club. The bright orange color is unusual for buttons from this era. There is no paper backing, but the curl of the button reads “Copyright 1928-1930 by W.E. Disney.” The button is in very good condition with bright color and oxidation to the rear shell and spring pin.

Opening Bid: $50.00

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in diameter, the button is in good condition, 400. A Rare Orange Mickey Mouse Club Button. (Disney, 1928-30)

401. An Xmas Greetings Mickey Mouse Plaza Theater Button. (Disney, 1930s) A button heralding Christmas Greetings from Mickey Mouse and the Plaza Theater. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the button is in very good condition, with expected oxidation to the rear shell and spring pin. Opening Bid: $50.00

402. A Rare Mickey Mouse Hat Button. (Disney, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse button premium once gifted with the purchase of boy’s cotton twill hats at the Montgomery Fair department stores in Alabama. The button has a brass rim with red fabric. Measuring under 1” in diameter, the button is in very good condition with oxidation and tarnish to reverse of button and spring pin, and scuffs and wear to Mickey imagery and fabric. Opening Bid: $50.00

403. A Rare Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Button. (Disney, 1930s) An extremely rare promotional pinback button advertising Mickey Mouse and Southern Dairies Ice Cream from the late 1930s. The button was manufactured by the Parisian Novelty Company of Chicago. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the button is in very good condition with light wear and some tarnish to the rear shell, and spring pin. Opening Bid: $200.00

404. A Mickey Mouse Evening Ledger Comics Rare Button. (Disney, 1930s) An original pinback button advertising Evening Ledger Comics with Mickey Mouse. The button is part of a (13) button set produced for the Philadelphia Evening Ledger Fun Club and is by far the most scarce. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the button is in good condition with a bright glossy front and expected oxidation to the rear shell and spring pin. Opening Bid: $100.00

405. A Set of Mickey & Minnie Mouse Comic Buttons. (Disney, 1930s) A set of (3) promotional buttons advertising Mickey Mouse comics in various newspapers. Among the lot are buttons advertising Mickey’s appearance within the comics sections of the Boston Sunday Advertiser, Chicago Sunday Examiner, and Philadelphia Evening Ledger. The Ledger button has a paperback while the other two do not. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, each button is in good-to-very-good condition, exhibiting the expected oxidation to the rear, scuffs, and wear to the paperbacks. Opening Bid: $100.00

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406. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Hose & Gloves Buttons. (Disney, 1935) A pair of buttons advertising Mickey Mouse Hose and Mickey Mouse Gloves and Mittens. Both retain their original printed paperbacks. Measuring .75” and 1” in diameter, each button is in good condition, with minor oxidation to spring pins, scuffs, and discoloration, and wear to the paper backs, celluloid, and shells. Opening Bid: $50.00

407. A Collection of Mickey Globe Trotters Member Buttons. (Disney, 1937) A collection of (4) promotional bread Mickey Mouse Globe Trotters buttons. Among the lot are buttons advertising Bell’s, Freihofer’s, and Star’s Happy Home Bread. Three of the buttons have paper backs with copyright notes for either the M. Pudiln Company or Walt Disney Enterprises and Sales Representative Kay Kamen. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, each button is in good condition, exhibiting oxidation, discoloration, and wear to the paperbacks, inner shells, collets, or spring pins. Opening Bid: $200.00

408. A Pair of 1938 Mickey Mouse Bread Promotional Buttons. (Disney, 1938) A pair of scarce Mickey Mouse bread promotional buttons from 1938. The 1.25” diameter buttons were offered to various businesses to use as promotional items and would be custom printed for that business. Both of these were for bread companies. The backing of the Freihofer button contains a paperback reading “Walt Disney Enterprises; Kay Kamen Ltd. Sole Representative.” Each button is in very good condition, exhibiting light oxidation and wear to the paper back, shells, collets, or spring pins. The Cote’s button has some discoloration. Opening Bid: $50.00

409. A Rare Early Donald Duck Jackets Button. (Disney, 1935) A 1.25” button advertising Donald Duck Jackets by Norwich Knitting Company of New York. The button features a long-billed Donald Duck and was his first product endorsement button. The button has its original paperback from the Orange Manufacturing Corp. of Newark, New Jersey. The button is in good condition, with some yellowing to the celluloid, and discoloration to the paperback. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Walt Disney Enterprise’s first contract with a firm to manufacture and sell Disney character merchandise was with the George Borgfeldt Corporation of New York. Borgfeldt was an established major supplier of novelties to large chain stores as well as smaller shops, and had existing manufacturing plants around the world.Borgfeldt’s plan was to license foreign and domestic plants to produce the Disney novelties they would then import and distribute. On March 27 1930, Borgfeldt issued its first license Waldburg, Tanner & Co. of Switzerland to produce Mickey and Minnie handkerchiefs, and the marketing of the Mouse, and the Disney Studio, had begun.

While Borgfeldt moved forward with licensing Mickey to the U.S. market, Walt Disney tapped William Banks Levy to represent Disney in the United Kingdom. Levy was already in England managing Powers Cinephone, which had recorded Steamboat Willie in New York. He was authorized to license U.K. manufacturers beginning June 17, 1930, and within three months already had 28 licensees signed to produce everything from chocolate cartons and jewelry to baby shoes and candles featuring Mickey Mouse.

A staple of the Borgfeldt licensed products for Mickey Mouse were the unglazed ceramic figurines known as “bisque” figures. While bisque is valued particularly by doll collectors for its ability to take on a near-natural appearance of skin texture, the animated character figures produced by Borgfeldt were generally chalky in appearance and crude in design. While the thin lightweight celluloid used to create motion toys was inexpensive, it was also extremely fragile, and surviving examples are highly valued.

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Mickey Mouse Large Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s) A set of (4) very rare large-sized bisques produced in Japan in the 1930s and most likely distributed in the United States by the George Borgfeldt Company. Not to be confused with the smaller more common bisques, each of these figures stands about 5.25” tall. All are in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $500.00

412. An Early Mickey Mouse Jointed Celluloid Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A handpainted jointed celluloid figure of Mickey Mouse, made in Japan. These figures were made in a variety of sizes and color combinations. This is the larger and scarcer 7” tall figure. Mickey is in fine condition with only slight discoloration to ears and arms. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Minnie Mouse made in Japan. These

jointed celluloid figure

were made in a variety of sizes and color combinations. This is the larger and scarcer 7” tall figure. Minnie is in fine condition with only slight discoloration to ears and arms. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Music-Themed Mickey & Minnie Bisque Set. (Japan, 1930s) A nice set of three 3.75” tall bisque figures made in Japan in the 1930s and distributed by the George Borgfeldt Co. The bisques are in very good condition with bright paint and expected wear and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $100.00

very good condition with slight wear from age, particularly to nose and elbows.

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A Set of Musician A 413. An Early Minnie Mouse Jointed Celluloid Figure. (Japan, 1930s) handpainted of figures 414. A Large Mickey Mouse Chalkware Figure. (Germany, 1930s) An early unlicensed Mickey Mouse chalkware figure, made in Germany. Measuring 5.5”x12” tall, the figure is in Opening Bid: $100.00

415. A Mickey Mouse with Top Hat Bisque Figure. (George Borgfeldt, 1930s) A bisque figure of Mickey Mouse in top hat and tailcoat. The figure was made in Japan and distributed in the United States by the George Borgfeldt Co. Measuring 2”x4” tall, the figure is in good condition, with paint wear at edges. Opening Bid: $25.00

416. A Mickey Mouse with Top Hat Bisque Figure. (George Borgfeldt, 1930s). A bisque figure of Mickey Mouse with Top Hat and Tails. The figure was made in Japan and distributed in the United States by the George Borgfeldt Co. Measuring 2”x4” tall, the figure is in good condition, with mild scuffs and slight wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $25.00

417. A Set of (3) Mickey & Minnie Mouse Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s)

A nice set of three bisque figures made in Japan in the 1930s and distributed by the George Borgfeldt Co. The bisques range in size from 2.5” to 3.5” tall and are in good condition with wear to paint and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

418. A Mickey Mouse Dean’s Rag Style Bisque Figurine. (Germany, 1930s) A Rare Mickey Mouse Bisque Figurine in the style of Dean’s Rag Doll products and produced in Germany in the 1930s. The hand-painted bisque stands 3.75” tall, the figure is in very good condition with only slight wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

419. A Rare Large Mickey Mouse Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A rare, early, large Mickey Mouse bisque figure manufactured in Japan. Measuring 5” tall, the figure is in very good condition with original string tail, mild scuffs, and light wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

420. A Mickey Mouse “The Two Pals” Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse bisque figure manufactured in Japan. The hand-painted figure of Mickey was part of a two-figure boxed set called “The Two Pals” and features a hat, cane, and green shorts with red buttons. Measuring 4.25” tall, the figure is in good condition despite slight wear to paint. Opening Bid: $25.00

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ald Duck boating in canoes, each manufactured in Japan. The Mickey figure measures 4.5” long and 2.5” tall. It is considered one of the rarest Mickey Mouse bisques as very few were made in this size. The Donald is 3” long and 2.25” tall. Each piece is in good condition with soiling in Mickey canoe and minor chips and wear to painted areas of both. Opening Bid: $200.00

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421. A Rare Mickey Mouse Bisque Figure. (1930s) A rare blackand-white Mickey Mouse bisque figurine. The pie-eyed figure is similar to others manufactured in Japan and has a “W.E. Disney” debossed copyright note on the back of the head. Measuring 3.25” tall, the figure is in good condition despite soiling, color fading, few small chips, 422. A Mickey Mouse Riding Pluto Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A 3” long bisque figure depicting Mickey riding atop Pluto, holding onto his ears as if they were reins. The figure was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s and is in fine condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s) An extremely rare pair of Horace Horsecollar and Goofy bisque figures manufactured in Japan. The hand-painted figures have “Walt Disney” and “Japan” copyright notes on their backs, while the Goofy figure is labelled “The Goof.” Measuring 3.5” tall, the figures are in good condition with slight scuffs and wear to paint.

Opening Bid: $50.00

425. A Rare Horace & Clarabelle Bisque Figure Set. (Japan, 1930s) An extremely rare, matched set of Horace Horsecollar and Clarabelle Cow bisques. Produced in Japan in the 1930s and possibly distributed by the George Borgfeldt Company, these figures are considered among the rarest of Disney bisques. Each figure measures 5” tall and both have wear and fading to the original paint and some discoloration around Clara belle’s nose and feet. Otherwise, the figures are clean with no chips or cracks and present very well. Opening Bid: $100.00

426. A Rare Pluto the Pup Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A rare bisque figure of Pluto the Pup from “The Three Pals” set, manufactured in Japan. The figure has the notorious misspelled copyright right note reading “Walt E. Diney.” Measuring 2.5” tall, the fig-

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1930s) A painted celluloid Donald Duck attached to a paper barrel. Donald is 2” tall and has jointed arms. The barrel is 3.25” tall and splits in the center to reveal a box. The piece is in very good condition with paint wear and aging and original “Made in Japan” label on the bottom. Opening Bid: $50.00

428. A Large Donald Duck Bisque Figure. (Japan, 1930s) A large bisque figure of Donald Duck. The hand-painted, long-billed Donald Duck figure features poseable arms and was manufactured in Japan. Measuring 6” tall, the piece is in very good condition, despite a few areas of minor paint loss. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Celluloid Donald Duck in a Barrel Paper Box. (Japan,

429. A Rare Set of Donald & Nephew Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s-40s) A very rare pair of bisque figures of Donald Duck and his Nephew manufactured in Japan. Measuring 2” and 3.25” tall, the figures are in good condition despite slight scuffs and wear to paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

430. A Donald Duck (4) Bisque Figure Set. (Japan, 1930s) A collection of (4) longbilled Donald Duck bisque figures produced in Japan. Among the lot are the large Donald with violin, Donald with paint bucket, and two versions of Donald with an accordion (including a yellow one without an incised model number). Measuring from 4.5” to 4” tall, the figures are in good overall condition despite minor wear and chips to paint. Opening Bid: $100.00

431. A Military-Themed Donald Duck (6) Bisque Set. (Japan, 1930s) A charming collection of (6) Donald Duck Bisque Figures produced in Japan in the 1930s and most likely distributed in the United States by the George Borgfeldt Company. The figurines all stand about 2.75” tall and have a military theme to them. All are in very good condition with wear to paint and light soiling. Opening Bid: $100.00

432. A Set of (3) Japanese Donald Duck Bisque Figures. (Japan, 1930s) A trio of Donald Duck bisque figures manufactured in Japan and distributed by the George Borgfeldt Co. during the 1930s. Measuring about 3.25” tall, the figures are in good condition with scuffs and slight wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

433. A Three Little Pigs Bisque Toothbrush Holder. (Japan, 1930s) A Three Little Pigs toothbrush holder manufactured in Japan. The bisque figure depicts Fiddler and Fife playing instruments while Practical Pig lays bricks. Measuring 2”x4.25”x 3.75” tall, the figurine is in good condition, exhibiting slight wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

434. A Three Little Pigs Bisque Set by George Borgfeldt. (Borgfeldt, 1930s) A Three Little Pigs Bisque Set distributed by the George Borgfeldt Corporation. The set features hand-painted bisque figures of Fiddler, Fife, and Practical Pig. Measuring 3” tall, each figure is in good condition despite few scuffs and wear to paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Pigs Boxed Bisque Set by Borgfeldt. (Borgfeldt, 1930s) A “Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf Three Little Pigs” bisque figure boxed set distributed by the George Borgfeldt Corporation. The set was released in (3) and (4) figure variations and this lot contains hand-painted bisque figures of Fiddler with fiddle, Fife with horn, and Practical Pig with a drum. Measuring 4.5” tall, each figure is in good condition despite few scuffs, slight pencil annotation on backs of head, and wear to paint. The box measures 4.75”x6” and 1.75” deep, the box is in fair-togood condition with wear and tear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

437.

Boxed Bisque Figure Set. (Borgfeldt, 1930s) A Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs bisque figure set in the original floral motif box.

good condition overall, exhibiting dust, scuffs, and wear to painted areas. Measuring 9”x4.75”x1.5”, the cardstock box is in good condition, despite spots of discoloration, small pencil annotation on lid, creases, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Three Little A set of (8) Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs bisque figures, produced by the George Borgfeldt Corp. in the 1930s. This is the largest of the four sizes produced with Snow White 6.5” tall and each dwarf about 5” tall. All are in very good condition, with no chips, but some paint wear to edges. Opening Bid: $100.00 A Snow White and Dwarfs Measuring from 3.5” to 2.5” tall, each figure is in 438. A Snow White and Dwarfs Bisque Figure Set. (Borgfeldt, 1930s) A Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs bisque figure set. Measuring from 3.5” to 2.5” tall, each figure is in good condition overall, exhibiting scuffs and wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00 439. A Snow White and Dwarfs Boxed Bisque Figure Set. (Borgfeldt, 1930s) A Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs bisque figure set in the original floral motif box. Measuring from 3.5” to 2.5” tall, each figure is in very good to fine condition overall, exhibiting a few minor chips, scuffs, and light wear to painted areas. Measuring 9”x4.75”x1.5”, the cardstock box is in good condition, despite spots of discoloration, a few minor tears, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

Charlotte Clark was making her living in the 1920’s selling home-baked goods in Hollywood. Seeing the potential for a doll based on Mickey Mouse, she asked her 14-year-old nephew Bob Clampett to bring her reference pictures of Mickey. Clampett went to the Fox Theatre in nearby Glendale and sat through three consecutive screenings of Steamboat Willie, sketching Mickey himself. (Clampett later went on to become a legendary animator and director at Warner Brothers). Clark constructed the first Mickey Mouse doll in 1930. Clampett’s father was so impressed with the doll, he drove it to the Disney Studios to get permission to produce it. Walt and Roy loved the doll, and initially hired Clark to produce it for promotional purposes, giving it to friends, business associates, and special visitors to the studio. When a photograph of Walt with one of the dolls appeared in a popular magazine, demand increased beyond Clark’s ability to porduce them. Walt rented a residence beside the Studio where Charlotte Clark, with the help of Bob Clampett and his father, supervised six women in the production of 300 to 400 dolls a week. While Mickey dolls have been manufactured by large toy companies ever since, the original Clark dolls are prized above all those that followed.

440. An Extremely Rare Charlotte Clark Mickey Mouse Doll. (Disney, 1930s) An extremely rare Mickey Mouse Doll produced by Charlotte Clark. Mickey stands 13.5” tall (to the top of his head) with velveteen body and pants, four mother-of-pearl buttons, string whickers, and satin covered hands. The doll is in exceptionally fine condition with expected discoloration to white in face, but otherwise like new. Opening Bid: $800.00

441. An Extremely Rare Charlotte Clark Minnie Mouse Doll. (Disney, 1930s) An extremely rare Minnie Mouse Doll produced by Charlotte Clark. Minnie stands 12” tall (to the top of her head) with velveteen body, cloth dress and bloomers, flowered hat, and satin covered hands. She is missing her string whiskers but retains her bristle eyelashes. The doll is in fine condition with expected discoloration and some light staining to white in face but presents beautifully. Opening Bid: $800.00

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Dean’s Rag Book Company in England enjoyed one of the earliest licenses to produce Mickey Mouse dolls - but not for long. Their dolls featured a “toothy sneer” compared to Charlotte Clark’s appealing one-line smile, and Disney ultimately refused to import Dean’s version.

(Dean’s Rag Book Co. 1930s) A nice pair of Mickey and Minnie Mouse Dolls produced by Dean’s Rag Book Co. of England in the early 1930s. These dolls were made in a variety of sizes and styles. These two dolls stand 9” tall with felt and velveteen covered bodies and a wire armature for posing. Clothing looks to be all original and both retain their original tags. Both have expected wear and soiling from age and present in very good condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

An

rare

20”

a stuffed velveteen body and

ears. The printed facial features include Dean’s trademark toothy grin. The head is moveable and small lettering on one side reads “Oswald the Lucky Rabbit,” while the opposite side includes the registration number. The doll is in very good condition with some color fading to the body and age toning to the white face. The ears no longer stand straight up, but overall, the doll presents well. Opening Bid: $700.00

444. A

(Dean’s

A felt and velveteen Mickey Mouse doll manufactured by Dean’s Rag Book Company in England. Measuring 6.5” tall, the doll is in good condition despite minor soiling and discoloration to blue shorts and slight wear to painted eyes, red bow, and areas of fabric. Opening Bid: $100.00

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442. A Rare Disney Oswald Plush by Dean’s Rag Book Co. (Deans Rag Book, 1931) extremely large tall Oswald the Lucky Rabbit doll with felt 443. A Pair Of Mickey & Minnie Dolls By Dean’s Rag Book Co. Mickey Mouse Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company. Rag Book, 1930s)

445. A Donald Duck Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company. (Dean’s Rag Book Company, 1930s) An extremely rare Donald Duck Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company of England. The long-billed Donald Duck features a mohair body with a fabric outfit, arms and hands. Measuring 7.75” tall and 5.25” wide, the doll retains its original hanging tag and label underneath one foot. Donald displays in good condition, despite loss of faux feather texture, wear and staining to cloth fabric areas, and spots of discoloration throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

446. A Donald Duck Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company. (Dean’s Rag Book Company, 1930s) An extremely rare Donald Duck Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company. The long-billed Donald Duck doll features mohair and velvet body and clothes. Standing 7.75” tall the doll displays in fair condition, with loss of velveteen texture to feet and some faux feather, wear to cloth fabric areas, and spots of discoloration. Opening Bid: $50.00

447. A Rare Pluto Doll by Dean’s Rag Book Company. (Dean’s, 1930s) A rare Pluto doll manufactured by Dean’s Rag Book Company. The stuffed velveteen doll of Mickey’s pup features printed graphics of tongue and teeth inside mouth, and Dean’s patent notation under head. Measuring 4.5 tall, the doll is in good overall condition, despite soiling and spots of discoloration to ears, tail, and body, and a missing leather collar. Opening Bid: $50.00

448. A Pair of Mickey & Minnie Mouse Dolls by Steiff. (Steiff, 1930s) A pair of Mickey & Minnie Mouse Dolls manufactured by Steiff of Germany. The Mickey & Minnie Mouse Dolls feature velveteen bodies with string whiskers, a felt and wire flower for Minnie, and mother-ofpearl buttons for Mickey. Minnie retains her ear button (no paper). Steiff made these dolls in a variety of sizes. Minnie stands 9.5” and Mickey stands 9” tall, the dolls are in very good condition despite spots of soiling, areas of color fad ing to clothing and bodies, and the light wear. Both have broken tails. Opening Bid: $600.00

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449. An Original Mickey Mouse Doll by Steiff. (Steiff, 1930s) A rare Mickey Mouse Doll manufactured by Steiff of Germany. The Doll features a velveteen body with string whiskers and mother-of-pearl buttons. The “Steiff Original Mark” paper label, and trademark paper ear tag are all present. Steiff made this doll in a variety of sizes. This one stands 6.75” tall and is in very good condition despite a missing tail, light soiling, color fading to trousers, and the light wear. Opening Bid: $300.00

450. An Original Mickey Mouse Doll by Steiff. (Steiff, 1930s) A rare Mickey Mouse Doll manufactured by Steiff of Germany. The Doll features a velveteen body with string whiskers and mother-of-pearl buttons. The “Steiff Original Mark” paper label, and trademark paper ear tag are all present. Steiff made this doll in a variety of sizes. This one Stands 9.5” tall. The doll is in very good condition with a missing tail, light soiling, color fading to trousers, and very light wear. This is one of the better condition examples of this doll that we have seen. Opening Bid: $300.00

451. A Rare Steiff Mickey Mouse Hand Puppet. (Steiff, 1930s)

A rare 9.5” tall Mickey Mouse hand puppet produced by Steiff in the 1930s. Constructed of velvet with a stuffed head and felt ears, the puppet is in very good condition with fading to the fabric, one button missing and the ear tag missing. The puppet still presents well. Opening Bid: $100.00

452. A Disney’s Perri Doll by Steiff. (Steiff, 1950s-60s) A Perri doll manufactured by Steiff of Austria. The doll of Walt Disney’s Perri is comprised of cotton and wool and retains original materials label and ear tag. Measuring 7.75” long and 7” tall, the doll is in very good condition, exhibiting slight wear to nose. Opening Bid: $50.00

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The Knickerbocker Toy Company dates back to the mid 1800’s in Albany New York. Their earliest toys were educational in nature, including alphabet blocks. By 1925 they were mostly making Teddy Bears, and a licensing deal with Disney in the 1930’s was a boon for Knickerbocker, producing composition and cloth dolls of Disney characters including the first two featyre films, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Pinocchio. Notably Charlotte Clark, who made the first Mickey doll to Walt’s great approval, later worked for Knickerbocker ensuring the quality of Disney character dolls.

453.

An extremely rare Big Bad Wolf Doll by Knick

The doll features glass eyes, cloth bib overalls with felt suspenders, patches, and teeth, and feet with cardstock inserts. Measuring 18.5” tall to the tips of his ears, the doll is in good condition with spots of discoloration to gloves, face, and overalls, and wear throughout. Though missing his original hat, the lot is still a great example of a very rare piece. Opening Bid: $300.00

1930s) A 9” tall composition Mickey Mouse Doll with moveable head and arms. Produced by Knickerbocker in the 1930s, the doll has its original holster and chaps. The holster contains two die-cast metal guns, but we are not sure if they are original. The hat is the same as the ones used on the Donald Duck Composition doll but we are unsure if it is the original. Overall, the doll is in very good condition with good paint and light crazing. Opening Bid: $400.00

Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1930s) A rare 12” tall Cowboy Mickey Mouse doll by Knickerbocker. The doll features a stuffed body and composition shoes. The nicely designed outfit includes a hat, neckerchief and chaps. Mickey has oilcloth eyes and a rubber tail. The doll has a die-cut Mickey cardboard string tag and comes with what appears to be the extremely scarce original cast metal guns. Mickey is in very good condition with missing whiskers and some fading to his body. His composition shoes have crazing and cracks on the bottom. Overall, he presents very well and is a wonderful example of this classic doll. Opening Bid: $800.00

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A Rare Big Bad Wolf Large Doll by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1934) erbocker. 455. Cowboy Mickey Mouse Compo sition Doll by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker,

456. A Rare Donald Duck Drum Major Doll by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1938) An extremely rare Donald Duck Drum Major Doll by Knickerbocker Toy Inc. This extremely rare variation features a green bandleader uniform (rather than red), metal buttons, oil cloth eyes, felt tail, and wooden baton accessory. Measuring 15” tall to the top of his hat, the doll with costuming is in good condition, despite spots of soiling to body and uniform, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $300.00

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Cowboy Composition Doll by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1930s) A rare Donald Duck cowboy composition doll by Knickerbocker. The com position doll comes with a moveable head, original cowboy hat, chaps and holster but does not have the original vest or neckerchief (it has one added at a later time). The original clothing that it does have is in very good con dition with only light wear. Standing 9” tall, the doll shows very little wear with no cracking, good original luster, and original tag still attached to Donald’s left foot. Opening Bid: $200.00

A rare Donald Duck Bandleader composition doll with moveable head. The doll comes complete with the original two-piece fabric outfit including a drum major hat and fancy cape with metal accent studs and felt pieces. The cape was originally blue but has faded over the years and shows soiling around the studs and back but is still structurally sound. Standing 9” tall, the doll shows very little wear, with a small chip in Donald’s right foot. Opening Bid: $200.00

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457. Donald Duck 458. A Donald Duck Composition Doll by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1930s)

459. Knickerbocker Mexican Attire Composition Donald Duck. (Knickerbocker, 1930s) An extremely rare 9” tall Donald Composition Doll in Mexican attire with moveable head. The doll comes complete with the original three-piece fabric and felt outfit including a sombrero with pom-pom accents, vest, and serape. The outfit is in very good condition with expected fading. The vest has a button missing in the back and is secured with a safety pin. The doll itself shows wear including cracks and chips throughout. Donald’s left leg has a complete crack around the knee and may be a repaired break. This version of Donald is rarely seen and, in any condition, the doll is quite desirable. Opening Bid: $200.00

1930s) A plush doll of Ferdinand the Bull with original tag, by Knickerbocker. Measuring 10”x10”, the Ferdinand is in very good condition, with light wear and fading from display, and slight wear to the delicate flower. The 2”x2.5” silver tag is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

461. A Pair of Ferdinand the Bull Jointed Matador Dolls. (Knickerbocker, 1939) A pair of painted composition Matador dolls from Walt Disney’s “Ferdinand the Bull.” Manufactured by The Knickerbocker Toy Company, the dolls feature velveteen hats and clothing with jointed arms. Both are in very good condition with minor wear but no major flaws. Both measure 9” tall. Opening Bid: $100.00

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462. Snow White and Seven Dwarfs Doll Set by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1938) A beautiful complete set of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Composition Dolls by the Knickerbocker Toy Company. Each dwarf is accented with hand-painted features, cloth clothing, and mohair. The Snow White Doll variant comes with the yellow dress and five dolls are accompanied by their original manufacturer tags. Measuring between 14.75” and 9”, the

463. A Rare Set of Seven Dwarfs Dolls by Knickerbocker. (Knickerbocker, 1938) A set of (7) dwarf dolls by Knickerbocker from Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. These are the larger composition dolls, each standing about 12” high. The dolls are in fair condition, with most of the faces displaying in good condition. with light cracking to the composition and spotting on Grumpy. The beards are in poor condition, and the clothes show spotting and fading from display, and oxidation to metal belt buckles. Opening Bid: $200.00

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464. Snow White & Dwarfs Madame Alexander Marionettes. (Madame Alex ander, 1938) In 1938 Madame Alexander produced 16 different Disney character mari onettes, primarily Snow White characters but also Mickey & Minnie and Donald and Pluto. This set is Snow White and six of the seven dwarfs (missing Grumpy), each with painted composition head, hands and feet and nice quality fabric outfits, including simulated leather belts with metal buckles. All have wood control units and attached strings but Sleepy’s has been replaced. Each dwarf is complete with a fabric name tag in collar. All have wear from age and use but present in very good condition. An extremely rare set.

Opening Bid: $200.00

465. A Dopey Doll by

Alex-

A composition doll of Dopey from Disney’s first animated feature “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Bertha Alexander began crafting cloth dolls in New York during World War I, and by 1936 was named one of the top three doll manufacturers in the United States. Known for crafting dolls of celebrities and characters, this Dopey from 1937 is a prime example of of her work. Measuring 12” tall, Dopey is in fine condition, despite mild soiling and spots of discoloration to few small areas of body and clothing, slight cracking to surface paint behind the right ear, and on the left side of the nose, and retaining original stitched label and 2.5” fine condition cardstock tag. Opening Bid: $50.00

(Madame

A very rare Donald Duck doll wearing Mexican clothing and sombrero, manufactured by Krueger. The doll features a velveteen body with clothing, felt accents, and oil cloth beak, eyes, and feet. Measuring 15.5”, the doll is in good condition overall, exhibiting minor dust retention, fading to colors overall, soiling to body and clothing, and wear to inseams and material of feet and beak. Opening Bid: $100.00

467.

features a composition body with jointed arms and legs and felt clothing. The doll is intact but shows lots of wear throughout. The outfit is worn, and the feather has separated from Pinocchio’s cap. The original tag is still attached. In good condition overall. Opening Bid: $25.00

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Madame ander. Alexander, 1937-38) 466. A Rare Donald Duck in Sombrero Doll by Krueger. (Krueger, 1930s) A Pinocchio Composition Doll By Crown. (Crown Toy, 1940) A jointed composition doll produced by Crown Toy Mfg. Co. in 1940. The doll stands and

468. A Pinocchio Doll by Crown. (Crown Toy, 1940) A composition Pinocchio doll with moveable arms and fabric outfit by Crown Toy Mfg. This doll is rarely found in this size with full costume including cap and tie. The original die-cut string tag is still attached. . Measuring 4”x9” tall, the doll is in very good condition, with some light wear and marks to composition features, and discoloration/ fading to clothes. The 4” tag is in very good condition with a crease across the feather. Opening Bid: $100.00

A Rare Jiminy Cricket Doll by an unknown manufacturer. The composition doll is strik ingly similar in style to those manufactured by Krueger, but has notably different features – fingers, eyes, and clothing. Measuring 13” tall, the doll is in good condition, exhibiting dust retention, soiling and spots of discolor ation, small tears and wear to body and cloth ing. Opening Bid: $50.00

Cameo. (Cameo, 1941) A rare Dumbo composition doll with moveable head produced in 1941 by the Cameo doll company. The 8.5” tall doll is very similar to one that Knickerbocker released. It retains its original cloth collar and has felt ears that may be replacements. The Cameo label on the chest has some chipping but remains quite readable. The doll is in very good condition with minor cracking, chipping and staining to the ears. Opening Bid: $100.00

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471. Lady and the Tramp Stuffed Toys by Schuco. (Schuco, 1955-1976) A set of mohair Lady and the Tramp stuffed animals. Produced by Schuco in West Germany, these character plushes are a rare find. Tramp measures 7”x13”x11” high, and dates from the earliest of these characters produced. Lady measures 5”x8”x7.5” high and appears to be a more recent version, sometime before the company declared bankruptcy in 1976. Both figures have a squeaker in their bellies, with Lady’s working well, and Tramp’s functioning intermittently. The stuffed toys are overall in fair condition, with wear from display, damage to Lady’s right ear, and Tramp’s nose missing. Opening Bid: $50.00

472. An Early British Merrythought Thumper Plush Rabbit. (Merrythought, 1956) A plush Thumper from “Bambi” produced by Merrythought toys in Britain. With jointed arms and neck, the “Registered Design” label on his foot dates him to the earliest Merrythought Toys, produced in 1956. Measuring 14” tall, Thumper is in poor to fair condition, with wear, soiling, and fading overall, and a tail squeaker that no longer sounds.

Opening Bid: $25.00

473. A Unique Wicked Queen Large Doll. (Disney, 1960s-80s) A Large, Unique Wicked Queen Figural Doll. The large, unique doll has poseable jointed arms, legs, and head. The head and body are accented with eyelashes of hair and hand-painted facial features, nails, and shoes. The doll is clothed with a non-removable dress and headdress, with removeable sash, stitched cape, and metallic brooch pin. The doll is similar in appearance to figures produced for window displays at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World from the 1960s to the 1980s. Measuring 29” tall, the figure is in good condition overall, despite slight loosening to joints, some chips, scuffs, and wear to paint, mild dust retention, soiling, and color fading to fabric. Opening Bid: $100.00

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By 1932, Walt and Roy Disney weren’t entirely happy with the George Bordfelt Company’s merchandising of Mickey Mouse. The quality was unreliable, and performance did not meet expectations. Enter Kay Kamen: a successful salesman and ad-executive, after seeing a Mickey Mouse cartoon he immediately contacted Walt with ideas of how to better promote the brand. Upon meeting, Kamen’s enthusiasm and desire to promote the characters without sacrificing quality impressed Walt and Roy, and Kamen was hired to oversee the ocntract with Borgfeldt. When that expired in 1933, Kamen became Disney’s sole representative of Mickey Mouse merchandise, and he turned merchandising from a mere publicity tool into a revenue stream.

One of the most iconic items to debut at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair was the Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Watch. This highly desirable product , both of the time and of today, exists as a testament to the success of Kay Kamen’s licensing agreements for Mickey Mouse products. As soon as the watch debuted it was an immediate success, with over 900,000 watches sold in the first year, and 2.5 million watches sold between 1933 and 1935. It was the first watch to use the characters arms as the hands and has become one of the most recognizable and popular Disney character items ever produced.

(Ingersoll, 1933) An early version Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Pocket Watch and Fob from 1933. The pocket watch has a longer stem than later versions and 2” diameter chromed metal case with incised image of Mickey on back. The watch retains the original leather strap and 1-3/8” diameter silvered brass fob with incised image of Mickey. The timepiece has been tested for function but needs service and cleaning to run properly. The watch displays in good condition with scuffs and wear from use and mild tarnish to luster from age.

475. A Mickey Mouse Pocket Watch & Box by Ingersoll. (Ingersoll, 1933) A second version of the Mickey Mouse Ingersoll Pocket Watch with Fob and box from 1933. The pocket watch has a shorter stem and 2” diameter chromed metal case with an incised image of Mickey on back. The watch retains the original leather strap and 1-3/8” diameter silvered brass fob with incised image of Mickey. The timepiece has been tested for function but does not operate and needs service. Measuring 2” in diameter, the watch displays in fair condition with much oxidation and tarnish throughout, spots of discoloration to face, scuffs and wear from use, and missing crystal. The original 4.75”x2.5”x.75” good condition box with guarantee and care instructions is included, exhibiting slight wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $200.00

476. A Rare Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Watch Fob. (Ingersoll, 1933) A rare fob from an Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Watch & Clock product. This style of fob accompanied the first version of the Mickey Mouse Pocket Watch before the chain was replaced by a strap in 1934. The front of the fob features an incised Mickey Mouse with red and black enamel accents with Walt Disney copyright note on reverse. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the fob is in good condition, despite tarnish, scuffs, and light wear to color elements. Opening Bid: $50.00

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477. A 1934 Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch and Box. (Ingersoll, 1934) A 1934 edition of the Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch. The Mickey Mouse Watch was first released in 1933. This is the second edition of the watch, released in the fall of 1934, with the number five appearing under Mickey’s knee rather than over it. When wound, the second counter moves, and the watch keeps time. Measuring 7” long, it displays in good working condition, with a few scuffs and light wear from use. The watch likely requires servicing. The original good condition box and price label are also included. Opening Bid: $100.00

479. A 1935 Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Watch. (Ingersoll, 1935) A 1935 Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Watch. The 1.25” diameter case comes with the original 6-link metal band with a pair of Mickey attachments. The face is slightly yellowed but in very good condition. When wound, the watch does function, and the seconds disk rotates. Overall, a very nice example of this watch. Opening Bid: $300.00

478. Mickey Mouse Wind-Up Ingersoll Alarm Clock. (Ingersoll, 1934) A Metal Case 4.25” tall round Mickey Mouse Alarm Clock. Ingersoll introduced a square cased clock in 1933, and although it sold well, it did not have an alarm, so they introduced this clock in 1934. It is designed with a separate head for Mickey that moves as seconds tick. The case is worn and shows age around the base, The face is yellowed but still presents well. The alarm works, but the clock does not function and needs service. Opening Bid: $50.00

480. Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch and Box. (Ingersoll, 1935) A 1935 version of the Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch. This version of the watch features a leather band with two metal mickey attachments (also used on the 1934 version) and comes with the original box with the pre-printed price of $2.95 inside. The watch face has yellowed with age and the band has wear from use. The watch is not functioning. The original box has surface wear, corner chipping and a small tear at the middle of the top piece. Overall, the watch and box present in good condition. Opening Bid: $200.00

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481. A Rare Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch & Box. (Ingersoll, 1935) A 1935 Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch and Box. The watch features a leather band with metal Mickey inserts and comes with the original box and guarantee with care instructions. Measuring 7.25” long with 1.25” diameter bezel, the watch is missing the original crystal and needs servicing to run properly. It displays in good condition despite wear to painted hands, scuffs to face and bezel, and wear to the leather band. Measuring 7”x4”x1”, the original box is in good condition, exhibiting a few tears and spots of discoloration, and slight wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $200.00

482. A Rare Ingersoll Donald Duck Wristwatch And Box. (Ingersoll, 1935) An incredibly rare Ingersoll Donald Duck Wristwatch produced in 1935. The watch was produced in small quantities as it was a poor seller compared to the more popular Mickey Mouse Watch. The 1.25” diameter watch has a 3-piece chromium case and a manual wind pin lever movement. The lithographed metal backed paper dial has a colorful Donald image with animated arms and a seconds dial with images of Mickey Mouse. Many of these watches came with metal Mickey Mouse charms attached to the strap. This is one of only a handful we have seen with metal Donalds attached to the strap. This is the only watch we have seen offered with the original box. The watch itself is in very good condition with some fading to the dial and the Mickeys on the seconds wheel. The strap shows wear from use. When wound the watch functions well (although service is recommended). The box is in good condition with wear from age and tears to the interior graphics. Overall, it is one of the best examples we have ever seen of this watch. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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483. A Rare Mickey Mouse “Lapel” Ingersoll Pocket Watch. (Ingersoll, 1938) An extremely rare Ingersoll “Lapel” Style Mickey Mouse Pocket Watch. The watch originally came with a black cord to fasten in a lapel hole. The dial features Mickey and the back of the case features a Mickey Mouse Decal. Measuring 2” in diameter, the watch has been tested for function and is in good working condition, despite scuffs and scratches to case and bezel. A fantastic example of this very rare watch. Opening Bid: $300.00

484. A 1938 Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch. (Ingersoll, 1938) A 1938 Mickey Mouse Wristwatch by Ingersoll. The watch was first released with this silver-lus ter case, while later versions had a gold-lus ter case. The timepiece has been tested for function and requires servicing. Measuring 1.75”x1.25”, the case displays in good con dition despite fading to face, scuffs, tarnish, wear throughout, and replacement band. Opening Bid: $100.00

485. A Rare Gold Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch. (Ingersoll, 1939-42) A Rare Gold Ingersoll Mickey Mouse Wristwatch. This style of the Mickey Mouse Wristwatch was first released with a silver-toned case in 1938. This much rarer “Gold Electro-Plated” edition was produced from 1939 to 1942 in a variety of boxes. This watch comes inside the first box version from 1939 with a rectangular clear plastic lid. The watch has been tested for function and is in working condition but may require servicing. Measuring 8.75” long with 1.5”x1.25” case, the timepiece is in very good condition exhibiting with slight tarnish and mild scuffs to watch case, crystal, and bezel. The original 5.5”x2” and 1” box with lid is in fair condition, exhibiting wear and tear to edges and corners of base, and cracking, yellowing, scuffs, and two taped edges of lid. Opening Bid: $500.00

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487. The First Snow White Watch Ever Produced. (U.S. Time, 1947) A rare example of the first Snow White watch ever produced. Released in 1947 by U.S. Time, the watch features a rectangular face. In 1948 it was redesigned with a round face. Measuring 1.5”x1”, the watch presents in very good condition, with slight discoloration to the face, and a new watch band. The watch requires servicing to run properly. Opening Bid: $100.00

486. A Donald Duck Pocket Watch & Box by Ingersoll. (Ingersoll, 1939) A rare Donald Duck Ingersoll Pocket Watch and box from 1933. This watch was released after the success of the popular Mickey Mouse Pocket Watch. The watch features Donald Duck on the face and Mickey Mouse on the reverse of the case. Measuring 2” in diameter, the watch displays in fair condition with much oxidation and tarnish throughout, spots of discoloration to face, scuffs and wear from use, and loose crystal. The watch has been tested for function and requires servicing. The original 2”x2”x.75” good condition box is included, exhibiting fading and slight wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $200.00

488. A Rare Little Pig Watch by US Time. (US Time, 1947) A Walt Disney’s Little Pig Wristwatch by US Tim. The timepiece features Fiddler the “Little Pig” on the rectangular watch face, with bright red vinyl-covered leather band. Measuring 8” long, the watch is in good overall condition, with wear and scuffs to the bezel and band, and slight fading and yellowing to the crystal. The watch requires servicing to run properly. Opening Bid: $200.00

489. A Donald Duck Ingersoll Birthday Series Watch. (US Time, 1948) A Donald Duck Birthday Series Wristwatch manufactured by US Time under the Ingersoll name. The watch was released in commemoration of Mickey’s 20th birthday in 1948. The timepiece has been tested for function and may require servicing. Measuring 9” long with a 1.5”x1.25” case, the watch is in good overall working condition, exhibiting mild oxidation, scuffs, wear, and aging to cloth bands and metal, with original foil price label. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Ingersoll Birthday

1948) A Bongo the Bear Birthday Series Wristwatch manufactured by US Time under the Ingersoll name. The watch features Bongo The Bear on the face and was released in commemoration of Mickey’s 20th birthday in 1948. The timepiece has been tested for function and although it does work, requires servicing to run properly. Measuring 9” long with a 1.25” case, the watch displays in good overall condition, exhibiting scuffs, wear, and aging to genuine leather bands and metal. The watch comes with original instructions and fair-to-good condition commemorative box, with mild color fading and tears to two edges of lid, scuffs, and scratches throughout. Opening Bid: $200.00

491. Pinocchio & Jiminy Ingersoll Birthday Series Watches. (US Time, 1948) A collection of (3) Birthday Series Wristwatches featuring Pinocchio and Jiminy Cricket, manufactured by US Time under the Ingersoll name. This lot contains two Jiminy Cricket and one Pinocchio watch, each released in commemoration of Mickey’s 20th birthday in 1948. The timepieces have been tested for function and require servicing. Measuring 7” to 9” long with 1.5”x1.25” cases, the watches display in good overall condition, exhibiting mild oxidation, scuffs, wear, and aging to cloth bands and metal. Opening Bid:

492. Pair of Jose Carioca Ingersoll Birthday Series Watches. (US Time, 1948) A pair of Jose Carioca (Ze Carioca) Birthday Series Wristwatches manufactured by US Time under the Ingersoll name. The watches were released in commemoration of Mickey’s 20th birthday in 1948. The timepieces have been tested for function and one works, while both require servicing. Measuring 8.5” long with 1.5”x1.25” cases, the watches display in good overall condition, despite a replacement case and band, and exhibiting scuffs, wear, and aging to bands, crystal, and metal. Opening Bid: $100.00

493. A Walt Disney “So Dear to My Heart”

Danny Wristwatch. (U.S. Time, 1949) A wristwatch of Danny from “So Dear to My Heart” with original box. This charming watch uses Danny’s front legs as minute and hour hands. Measuring 1.25”x10”, the watch displays in very good condition, with light wear to the case from display, but non-functioning and in need of service. The 7”x4” box is in fair condition, with wear, two split corners, and insert missing Opening Bid: $50.00

A collection of (3) Disney Character Wristwatches manufactured by Ingersoll & US Time. This lot contains a 1948 Pluto watch, 1948 Daisy Duck Birthday Series Watch, and 1958 Minnie Mouse watch. The Minnie watch has a replacement band. Each timepiece has been tested for function and are non-operational, requiring servicing. Measuring 7” to 9” long with 1.5”x1.25” cases, the watches display a good overall condition, despite exhibiting mild oxidation, scuffs, wear, and aging. Opening Bid: $50.00

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A Bongo the Bear Series Watch. (US Time, 494. (3) Disney Character Watches by Ingersoll & US Time. (US Time, 1948-58)

The 1930’s are indisputably the Golden Age of Disneyana. It’s hard to imagine a world today without Disney merchandise, but those early years were the beginning of the veritable tidal wave to come, as the first figures, books, and toys inspired by Mickey Mouse cartoons were available. By the close of the decade, Disney fans had seen the birth of the Silly Symphonies and the first animated feature, with merchandise for Disney’s second animated feature Pinocchio already filling the stores at Christmastime in 1939.

495. A Mickey and Minnie on Elephant Celluloid Wind-Up Toy. (Japan, 1930s) An extremely rare Japan-Made celluloid wind-up toy of Mickey and Minnie riding an elephant. A jointed Mickey figure holding a cane in one hand is attached to the back of the elephant. A smaller Minnie figure is attached to the elephant’s trunk. The elephant is designed with a separate head and ears which move during operation of the toy. The toy works well and has wonderful movement. The toy measures 5”x9”x8” tall and is in very good condition with paint fading and some wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

496. A Rare Cowboy Mickey Mouse on Pluto Celluloid Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A rare Japanese celluloid toy featuring cowboy Mickey Mouse riding on Pluto. Mickey holds string reins and lasso and still retains his paper cowboy hat. Pluto is attached to a tin wind-up mechanism with built in key and a painted wood rocker base. The toy measures 2.5”x8”x7” tall and rocks back and forth when wound. In fine condition, the original Japanese inspection sticker is still attached to the underside of Pluto. Opening Bid: $600.00

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1930s) A rare large size Mickey Mouse celluloid wind-up toy. The handpainted toy features a metallic tail and a built-in key. It was manufactured in Japan in the early 1930s. When wound, Mickey’s feet move quickly and he “rambles” across the floor. Measuring 7.75” tall Mickey displays in fine condition, with slight wear to painted areas and the string attached to the arms a little loose. This is an exceptional example of a very rare toy. Opening Bid: $500.00

498. Cowboy Mickey Mouse on Horse Wind-Up Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A delightful 7”x3”x7”tall celluloid and wood wind-up toy produced in Japan in the 1930s. This toy is a color variety with Mickey on a grey horse rather than the standard red. The toy features a celluloid Mickey in cowboy attire and paper hat. He sits atop a painted wooden horse with a built-in key and internal wind-up mechanism. When wound, he moves forward in a galloping motion. The toy works and is in very good condition with expected wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $200.00

499. Cowboy Mickey Mouse on Horse Wind-Up Toy. 1930s) A delightful 3”x7”x7”tall celluloid and wood wind-up toy pro duced in Japan in the 1930s. The toy features a celluloid Mickey in cowboy attire and paper hat. He sits atop a painted wooden horse with a built-in key and internal wind-up mechanism. When wound, he moves forward in a galloping motion. The toy works and is in very good condition with expected wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $200.00

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500. The First American Made Mickey Mouse Toy. (George Borgfeldt, 1930s) An extremely rare Mickey Mouse Toy designed by Disney Artist Burton “Burt” Gillette and distributed by the George Borgfeldt Corp. The 6” tall toy is constructed mostly of wood with stiff rope arms and rubber covered fabric ears. The toy came with a stiff rope tail (missing) attached to a metal lever. When the metal lever is pushed down, it causes Mickey’s head to rise about .5”. The lever still functions well. The toy is in very good condition with an intact front label with minor aging. The toy shows wear to paint but presents very well. This is an extremely rare piece and the first Mickey Mouse toy manufactured in the United States. Opening Bid: $800.00

501. Mickey Mouse on Rocking Horse Celluloid Wind-Up Toy. (George Borgfeldt, 1930s) A rare 7.5”x3.25”x7.5” tall hand-painted wooden rocking horse with a celluloid Mickey Mouse rider. The toy was manufactured in Japan in the early 1930s and distributed in the U.S. by the George Borgfeldt Corp. The toy is in very good condition and when wound, rocks back and forth. The base has lost most of its original color, but the rest of the toy still presents well with only light wear. Opening Bid: $300.00

502. A Mickey & Minnie as Acrobats Boxed Wind-Up Toy. (George Borgfeldt, 1930s) An extremely rare, boxed Mickey and Minnie wind-up toy made in Japan and distributed by the George Borgfeldt Co. in the 1930s. The 5.5”x6”x12” tall toy has a metal frame with a built-in key and sliding counterweight on top. Celluloid figures of Mickey and Minnie are attached and when wound, they swing back and forth and do somersaults. The figures retain their original colors and are free from defects. The 6.25”x13.5”x1.75” deep box is in good condition. The illustrated label remains intact, and the box is well worn along the edges and corners. Opening Bid: $400.00

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503. A Small Rambling Mickey Mouse Wind-Up Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A small Rambling Mickey Mouse wind-up celluloid toy. The hand-painted toy has a built-in key and was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. Measuring 6” tall, the action toy displays in very good condition, with little wear to painted areas. When wound, the mechanics do not function and will require restoration. Opening Bid: $100.00

504. A Rare Mickey Mouse Jack-In-The Box Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A rare Mickey Mouse Jack-In-The-Box toy. The toy was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. The 3.75” tall cardboard box has a front panel that folds down and an inner lid that pops open to reveal a painted composition Mickey that has an actual animal fur collar. This is attached to an accordion spring mechanism and produces a squeaking sound. The box is in good condition with chips and expected wear. The Mickey has paint wear but functions and presents well. A very scarce toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

505. Mickey Mouse “Carousel” Wind-Up Celluloid Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A Rare Mickey Mouse celluloid toy manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. Mickey is attached to a painted tin base with a wind-up mechanism and built-in key. A metal rod through Mickey holds a celluloid “umbrella” with dangling cel luloid balls. When wound, the umbrella spins, and Mickey rolls forward. Several sizes of this toy were made. This is the smaller version, standing 7” tall. Mickey has Jointed Arms and is in fine condition with some paint fading. The wind-up mechanism functions well. Opening Bid: $300.00

506. A Minnie Mouse Bouncing Toy. (Japan, 1930s) An incredibly rare Minnie Mouse bouncing toy. The hand-painted Minnie celluloid figure sits atop a wooden rocking horse seat mounted to a piece of spring steel and was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. Measuring 4.5” tall, 5.5” long, and 2.25” wide, the action toy is in very good condition, exhibiting slight fading to color and wear to painted surfaces. The piece is accompanied by an additional wooden stand. Opening Bid: $100.00

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507. A Mickey & Minnie Boxed (24) Piece China Tea Set. (Japan, 1930s) A (24) piece Mickey & Minnie Mouse children’s toy china tea set with box. The set includes a teapot with lid, a sugar bowl with lid, a creamer, (6) teacups, (12) small plates, and one large plate depicting Mickey and Minnie engaged in various activities like hockey and playing with balloons and model airplanes. The set comes packaged in original box with a patterned Mickey, Minnie, and Three Pigs motif. The creamer measures 1.5” tall, the plates are 4” and 3.25” in diameter, the teacups are 1” tall, the teapot is 3.75”, and the sugar bowl is 2.5”. Each piece is in fine condition with little apparent wear and comes packaged in its original fair condition box, with creases, tears, wear throughout, and nearly detached bottom. Opening Bid: $200.00

508. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Lusterware Plates. (Japan, 1930s)

A Pair of Mickey Mouse Lusterware Plates manufactured in Japan. The hand-painted China plates depict Mickey Mouse playing the saxophone with a duck. Measuring 5” in diameter, the decorative plates are in very good condition, exhibiting the slightest scuffs and little wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

509. A Mickey & Minnie Mouse Toy China Tea Set. (Japan, 1930s)

A (21) piece Mickey & Minnie Mouse children’s toy china tea set. The set includes a teapot with lid, a sugar bowl with lid, a creamer, (6) teacups, (6) small plates, and (6) large plates depicting Mickey and Minnie engaged in various activities like hockey and playing with balloons and model airplanes. The creamer measures 1.5” tall, the plates are 4” and 3.25” in diameter, the teacups are 1” tall, the teapot is 3.75”, and the sugar bowl is 2.5”. Each piece is in very good condition with few minor chips and little apparent wear, packaged in a contemporaneous tea set box, also manufactured in Japan. Opening Bid: $100.00

(4) Piece Mickey Mouse China Tea Set manufactured in Japan. Among the lot are a teapot with lid, a pair of sugar bowls (one with lid), and creamer featuring Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck. Measuring from 2” to 3.75” tall, each hand-painted piece is in very fine to very good condition, exhibiting mild scuffs on some and little wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

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511. A Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto Dogsled Toy. 1930s) An extremely rare wooden toy distributed by the George Borgfeldt Company in the 1930s. The 10” long and 4.5” tall toy features a 3.5” long Pluto, a 2.5” tall seated Minnie, and a 4” tall wooden Mickey all mounted to a wooden “sled”. All three characters retain their original labels and overall, the toy is in very good condition. Pluto’s cord tail has broken off but has been retained and can be repaired. Opening Bid: $200.00

512. Mickey Mouse Wood Jointed Figure with Lollipop Hands. (George Borgfeldt, 1931) A 7” tall Mickey Mouse Doll with a painted composition head, wood body, and a fabric-covered wire tail with a wood tip. The toy is the yellow pants variety (also came in red and green) and was distributed by the George Borgfeldt Company in 1931. The toy is in very good condition, however the strings that hold it together are loose and it will not stand on its own. The chest decal is in very good condition with light wear. Overall, a nice example of this toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

513. “The Mickey Mouse Jolly Cart” Wind-Up Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse and Pluto celluloid wind-up toy with built-in key manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. This toy was made in a variety of sizes with this being the larger version. Measuring 9”x3.25”x 3.75” tall, the toy features painted celluloid figures of Pluto and Mickey attached to a painted tin wheeled cart. When wound, the toy moves forward and functions well. Overall, the toy is in very good condition with good color and a small hole in the celluloid on Mickey’s left foot. Opening Bid: $200.00

514. Mickey Mouse with Pluto Cart Large Wind-Up Toy. (Japan 1930s) A large size Mickey and Pluto celluloid wind-up toy produced in Japan in the 1930s. This toy was produced in several different sizes. This example is a larger scale, 8” long and 4.5” tall. The celluloid figures of Mickey and Pluto are attached to a painted tin wheeled cart with a built-in key. Mickey holds string reins. The toy works and unlike those varieties where Mickey is stationary, this Mickey figure is attached to a rod, so he moves his body as the cart moves along. The toy displays in very good condition exhibiting light wear to painted areas of celluloid and metal. Opening Bid: $200.00

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515. A Rare Mickey’s Concert Toy Grand Piano. (Unknown, 1936) An extremely rare Mickey’s Concert Grand Piano Toy manufactured for a foreign audience by an unknown manufacturer. This real, working wooden piano toy features eight keys under a hinged fallboard, with decals of Mickey, Minnie, and Donald Duck on the lid and case. The larger decal reads “foreign” and “by permission of Walt Disney.” Measuring 7”x8.75” and 4.5” tall, the toy is in very good condition despite a minor crack to the left side of case, mild scuffs, and wear to stain and patina. Opening Bid: $100.00

516. Mickey Mouse Celluloid Wind-Up Nodder. (Japan, 1930s) A rare celluloid figure depicting Mickey with a stringed instrument mounted to a 2.5” painted tin base. When a rubber band was wound underneath, Mickeys head would nod. Standing 6.5” tall, the celluloid is in good condition with fading to the paint, especially in Mickey’s head, and the rubber band broken. Still a nice example of a rare toy. Opening Bid: $50.00

517. A Rare Mickey & Pluto Metal Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A Mickey Riding Pluto Metal Toy. The rare diecast is similar to the celluloid and bisque figures of Mickey riding Pluto which were also produced in Japan. Measuring 3.75”x2”x 3” tall, the toy is in good condition with slight bends to axles, oxidation, and wear to painted and metallic areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

518. A Les Surprises De Mickey Party Favor Bag by E.T.I.O.P. (E.T.I.O.P., 1930s) A “Les Surprises De Mickey” Party Favor Bag by E.T.I.O.P. in France. The front features Mickey and Minnie Mouse while its contents (toys or games) are sealed inside. Measuring 6.25”x4”, the bag is in very good condition, with slight wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

519. A Boxed Set of 1930 Mickey Mouse Handkerchiefs. (Hermann Handkerchief Co., 1930) A set of (3) Handkerchiefs embroidered with images of Mickey driving cars and holding a stop sign. The handkerchiefs are some of the first produced in 1930 by early licensee The Hermann Handkerchief Company of New York. They are pinned in place and have never been removed from the box. Measuring 8”x8”, the handkerchiefs are in very fine condition with slight wear from age including a few small spots of discoloration. The 8”x5” box is in good condition, with (2) corners of the lid split, a name in pencil, and discoloration from age.

Opening Bid: $100.00

520. A Collection of (16) Disney Character Handkerchiefs. (Hermann, 1930s) A collection of handkerchiefs embroidered and printed with Disney characters, manufactured by Hermann Handkerchief. Among the lot are (15) embroidered handkerchiefs featuring Walt Disney characters from Snow White, Ferdinand the Bull, Mickey Mouse, and Silly Symphonies shorts, and one printed handkerchief featuring Mickey Mouse engaged in sports activities. The linen cloths range from 8.5”x8.5” to 9.25”x9.25” and are in very good-to-good condition overall, despite minor yellowing, spots of discoloration to some, creases, and wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

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The following four lots represent an extremely rare collection of hand-painted wooden figures of Mickey Mouse produced in coordination with German film distribution company UFA (Universum Film-Aktien Gesellschaft), a conglomerate of the nation’s leading studios. The figures were most likely produced during the early-to-mid-1930s, between October of 1933 and 1935. UFA had purchased and distributed five Technicolor Silly Symphonies and five black-and-white Mickey Mouse shorts which were packaged and screened at the historic Marmorhaus Theater in Germany. After UFA began exclusive production of Socialist films in 1933, Walt searched for other means to distribute to the German audience. In 1935 Walt and Roy visited Munich for a screening of the latest Mickey Mouse compilation “Die lustige Palette – Im Reiche der Micky Maus.” At that time, Walt and Roy made efforts to strike a new distribution deal with Bavaria Film A.G. A few years later the war was raging, and most U.S. films (including Mickey Mouse short films) were banned by March of 1939 due to anti-United States sentiments. While some unlicensed Mickey Mouse products may have been produced in Germany after that date, it is unlikely due to the war. This collection of figures represents a unique pre-war period (circa 1933-35) in the history of both Mickey Mouse and the Walt Disney Company.

521. A UFA Music-Themed Mickey Wooden Toy

Set. (Germany, 1930s) A set of (6) wooden jointed Mickey toys distributed in Germany by UFA. Each fig ure stands around 2.5” tall and feature Mickey hold ing different instruments. The bass drum with one figure includes a UFA logo decal on the drum. All are in very good condition with wear and some soiling to the paint from display (they can be cleaned).

Opening Bid: $500.00

522. A Trio of UFA Mickey Mouse

Wooden Toys. (Germany, 1930s) A collection of (3) wooden jointed Mickey toys distributed in Germany by UFA. Each figure stands around 2.5” tall and feature Mickey on skis, holding a rake, and holding a flower. All are in very good condition with wear and some soiling to the paint from display (they can be cleaned). Opening Bid: $200.00

523. A Collection of (4) UFA Mickey Mouse Wooden Toys. (Germany, 1930s) A collection of (4) wooden jointed Mickey toys distributed in Germany by UFA. Each figure stands around 2.5” tall and feature Mickey with an umbrella, with a top hat, holding a suitcase, and smoking a pipe. All are in very good condition with wear and some soiling to the paint from display (they can be cleaned).

Opening Bid: $200.00

524. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Wooden Toys. (Germany, 1930s) A pair of wooden jointed Mickey Mouse toys distributed in Germany by UFA. One Mickey stands 2.5” tall and the other stands 4” tall. Both are in very good condition with wear and some soiling to the paint from display (they can be cleaned).

Opening Bid: $100.00

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525. Mickey Mouse Organ Grinder Wind-Up Toy. (Distler, 1930) An extremely rare German-made Mickey Mouse wind-up tin toy. The large Mickey Mouse figure is attached to and pushes a street organ that features multiple images of him. A separate small Minnie Mouse figure on a metal rod is attached to the top of the street organ. The toy works and as Mickey turns the crank, Minnie dances and musical notes are produced. This toy is rarely found this complete, with only Mickey’s spring tail missing. The toy measures 3”x6”x8” tall and is in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $2,000.00

526. Mickey Mouse Saxophone Player Mechanical Toy. (Germany, 1930s) A scarce mechanical toy of Mickey Mouse playing the saxophone. Manufactured in Germany in the 1930s, a wire on the reverse activates arm and leg motion and Mickey moves the sax as he clangs the cymbals attached to his feet. Measuring 6.25” tall and 3.25” wide, the toy is in very good

527. A Rare Mickey Mouse French Cast Alumi num Bank. (Jules Manil, 1930s) A rare 9” tall cast aluminum Mickey Mouse Bank made in France by Jules Manil in the mid-1930s. This is the first of three versions made and is unmarked. Originally a wingnut on Mickey’s back would hold the two halves together, but this one has been replaced with a flathead screw. The paint is worn as expected with these pieces, but still presents well. Opening Bid: $300.00

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528. A Mickey and Pluto Flashlight. (USA Lite, 1930s) A flashlight decorated with an image of Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto searching through the darkness. Measuring 2.25”x6”, the flashlight is non-functional but displays in good condition, with some scratches to the printed image, and oxidation to bare metal parts. Opening Bid: $25.00

529. A “Mickey Mouse Tooth Brush” and Product Cards. (Hughes, 1938) An extremely rare “Mickey Mouse Tooth Brush” with two product card backings. The toothbrush was manufactured by Hughes Autograph Brush Company and notably comes with two variations of its product card featuring its ten-cent price point. Measuring 5.25” long, the brush displays in good condition despite loss of some bristles. The cards measure 6.25”x2.75” and display in fair-to-good condition despite creases and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

530. A “Donald Duck Waddler” Celluloid Wind-Up with Box. (Japan, 1930s) A “Donald Duck Waddler” celluloid wind-up toy manufactured in Japan and distributed by George Borgfeldt. Measuring 5.25” tall the toy displays in very good condition exhibiting slight fading to celluloid and light fading and wear to painted areas. Mechanics have been tested for functionality and require servicing. Additionally, the piece is accompanied by its original 5.75”x3.5”x3.25” good condition box with light wear and fading to graphics. Opening Bid: $100.00

531. A Donald Duck Jack-In-The Box Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A rare Donald Duck Jack-In-The-Box Toy. The toy was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. The 3.25” tall cardboard box has a front panel that folds down and an inner lid that pops open to reveal a painted celluloid Donald. This is attached to an accordion spring mechanism and produces a squeaking sound. The box is in good condition with chips and expected wear. Donald has paint wear and is missing his original fur collar but functions and presents well. A very scarce toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

532. A Donald Duck Celluloid Nodder Wind-Up. (Japan, 1930s)

A 5.5” tall Donald Duck Nodder wind-up. The long-billed Donald Duck figure is mounted to a 2.5” diameter base. The separate head is mounted to a nodding mechanism which has an attached counterweight. The piece was manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. The celluloid and metallic toy is in very good condition, exhibiting slight wear to hand-painted areas. The piece retains the original Japan import stamp and a small instruction tag reading “To wind, turn wire under base.” The wire/rubber band has broken but can easily be replaced to make the toy function. Opening Bid: $100.00

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533. A Donald Duck Nodding Ceramic Figure. (1930s) An unusual 3.5” tall painted glazed ceramic figurine of Donald Duck with separate head. The head is secured to the body with a lead weight which allows it to rock back and forth. In very good condition with wear and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $20.00

535. A “Donald Duck Waddler” Celluloid Wind-Up with Box. (Japan, 1930s) A “Donald Duck Waddler” celluloid wind-up toy manufactured in Japan, and distributed by George Borgfeldt. Measuring 5.25” tall and 4.5” at its widest, the toy is in very good working condition exhibiting slight fading to celluloid and light fading and wear to painted areas. Additionally, the piece is accompanied by its original 5.75”x3.5”x3.25” good condition box with light wear and fading to graphics. Opening Bid: $100.00

534. A Schuco Donald Duck Wind-Up Toy. (Schuco, 1930s) A rare tin wind-up Donald Duck produced by Schuco Toys in Germany. The tin-body Donald features a felt outfit. hands, and tail. When wound, the toy vibrates and shakes as Donald opens and closes his mouth. Visible in Donald’s mouth is a bellows mechanism that no longer produces a quacking sound. There is noticeable staining and wear to the felt outfit and rust marks around Donald’s tail. In good condition overall. Opening Bid: $100.00

536. A Tin Litho Mickey Mouse Clicker. (Disney, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse tin litho clicker. These were produced showing Mickey playing a variety of instruments, here he is playing the triangle. Measuring 1.5”x.75”, the clicker is in good working condition, with slight wear to edges and oxidation at the bottom edge. Opening Bid: $25.00

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537. Donald Duck “Carousel” Wind-Up Celluloid Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A Rare Donald Duck celluloid toy manufactured in Japan in the 1930s. Donald is attached to a painted tin base with wind-up mechanism and built-in key. A metal rod through Donald holds a celluloid “umbrella” with celluloid figures of Donald and Pluto. When wound, the umbrella spins, and Donald rolls forward. Several sizes of this toy were made. The is the larger (and rarer) version, standing 9” tall. Donald Has Jointed Arms (the dangling figure too) and is in fine condition with some paint fading and a small tear on the celluloid where his foot attaches to the base. The wind-up mechanism functions well. Opening Bid: $800.00

538. Donald Duck on Tricycle Celluloid Wind-Up Toy with Box. (Matsudaya, 1930s) A rare Donald Duck celluloid wind-up toy made by Matsudaya of Japan for the British Market in the 1930s. The tricycle is painted tin litho with a built-in wind-up key. The attached Donald has a celluloid head, arms body, hands, and feet with cloth pants. A fabric Union Jack Flag is attached to the back of the tricycle. When wound, Donald travels in a circle as his feet move with the pedals and the Union Jack Flag waves. The toy is 5.5” tall. The arms and head are a bit loose and would benefit from re-stringing. The toy shows scattered aging with some discoloration to paint, but overall, in fine condition for a very scarce piece. The 3”x3”x5.5” box is in good condition, with expected wear, and corners of the box lid torn. Opening Bid: $800.00

539. A Rare Donald Duck on Pluto Celluloid Toy. (Japan, 1930s) A rare Japanese celluloid toy featuring Donald Duck riding on Pluto. Donald holds string reins and is attached to Pluto. Pluto is attached to a tin wind-up mechanism with built in key and a painted wood rocker base. The toy measures 2.5”x8”x7.5” tall and rocks back and forth when wound. In fine condition, with some paint fading, the original Japanese inspection sticker is still attached to the underside of Pluto. Opening Bid: $500.00

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540. Pluto Pulling Donald Celluloid Wind-Up Toy (Japan, 1930s) A rare Japan-made celluloid wind-up toy featuring Donald and Pluto. The celluloid figure of Donald is affixed to a painted tin cart with wind-up mechanism and built-in key. The wind-up mechanism works intermittently and would benefit from a service. Both Pluto and Don ald are in very good condition with some fading and loss of paint. The toy is 9” long and 4” tall. A great example of a pre-war Japanese celluloid toy and a testament to the popularity of Disney characters around

541. A Donald Duck Walking Celluloid Wind-Up Toy With Box. (George Borgfeldt, 1935) An early Walking Donald Duck celluloid wind-up toy and original box distributed by the George Borgfeldt Company in 1935. The toy has a celluloid body, metal feet, and an internal wind-up mechanism. When wound, the 3.25” tall toy waddles as Donald moves forward. The toy is in very good condition and comes with the original key. The box is in good condition, missing the top flaps. Opening Bid: $100.00

542. A Pair of Mickey & Minnie and Donald Silk Umbrellas. (Japan, 1930s) A pair of child’s hand-painted silk parasol/umbrellas featuring hand-painted images of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on one and Donald on the other. Measuring 19.5” long and 23” in diameter when opened, the umbrellas are in good condition with small holes in the silk and wear to the hand painted wood handles. The Donald Umbrella has more fading in the imagery and some bent spokes that are no longer connected to the fabric. Overall, they present well. Opening Bid: $50.00

543. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Store & Merchandise Buttons. (Disney, 1930s) A pair of buttons advertising the Official Mickey Mouse Store and Emerson Mickey Mouse Radio. Buttons like these were worn by store clerks during the promotional periods. The Mickey Mouse Store button has a Kay Kamen paperback, while the Emerson pin paperback reads “Offset Gravure Corporation New York” Measuring 1.25” in diameter, each button is in good-to-very-good condition, with minor oxidation and mild tarnish to metal backings and discoloration, and wear to the paperbacks. Opening Bid: $50.00

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544. A Mickey Mouse Toasted Nut Chocolate Bar Wrapper. (Wilbur-Suchard, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Toasted Nut Chocolate Bar wrapper manufactured by the Wilbur-Suhcard Chocolate Company of Philadelphia. The imagery features Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto while the reverse side of the wrapper describes a contest to win “a Mickey Mouse Boy’s watch or Girl’s Mesh Bag Free.” Measuring 1.75”x3.75”, the paper wrapper is in good condition despite color fading, minor creases, few small holes, and wear to the edges. Opening Bid: $25.00

545. A Danish Mickey & Minnie Mouse Tin Box. (1930s) A very rare 1930s Mickey Mouse Danish biscuit tin box by an unknown manufacturer. The hinged lid and sides depict Mickey and friends in school-related vignettes. Measuring 5.75”x3.75” and 2” tall, the ovalshaped tin is in good condition exhibiting minor oxidation, scuffs, and wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

546. A Chinese Mickey & Cartoon Character Sewing Needle Set. (China, 1930s) A Chinese made Mickey & Cartoon Character Sewing Needle Set. The cover features Popeye, Betty Bop, Bimbo, and Mickey & Minnie Mouse with a trademark in Chinese characters. Inside the kit are (20) needles with eye covers fashioned after Mickey Mouse, Betty Boop, and one other cartoon character. Measuring 4”x2.25”, the kit is in very good condition with some yellowing to paper, fading to colors, and little wear to the needle covers, and package edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

547. A Rare Mickey and Minnie Mouse Tin Box. (1930s) A 1930s Mickey Mouse biscuit tin box produced by an unknown manufacturer. The hinged lid and sides depict Mickey fencing, roller skating, and riding a scooter. Measuring 5.75” at its widest diameter and 2.25” tall, the tin is in fair condition exhibiting oxidation, scuffs, and wear to lid and box. Opening Bid: $50.00

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548. A Rare Italian Mickey Mouse Biscuit Tin Box by Saiwa. (Saiwa, 1930s) A Rare Mickey Mouse biscuit tin/lunch box produced for the Saiwa Company in Genoa, Italy. The box has foldable handles, while the tin litho lid and sides feature imagery of Mickey, Minnie, and nephews ice skating. Measuring 8.25”x 5” tall, the tin is in good overall condition, despite some oxidation, scuffs, and scratches throughout. Opening Bid: $200.00

549. Rare Australian Mickey & Minnie “Just Married” Tin Box. (Australian, 1930s) A rare oval-shaped tin box featuring barnyard animals and Mickey & Minnie in a jalopy with sign reading “Just Married.” Measuring 5.75”x4” and 6.25” tall, the metallic tin is in good condition despite scuffs, tarnish, and wear to lid and box. Opening Bid: $50.00

550. A Rare English Mickey Mouse Tin Box. (England, 1930s) A Rare Mickey Mouse tin produced for the English market. The sides feature Mickey, Horace, Clarabelle, and others, while the lid has lithographic imagery depicting Mickey, Minnie, and Donald listing to a radio program featuring Pluto. Measuring 2” tall and 6.25” in diameter, the tin is in good overall condition, despite oxidation, color fading, minor dents, scuffs, and scratches throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

551. A Mickey and Minnie Tablecloth. (Doultonian, 1930s) A British made cotton tablecloth by Doultonian. The 32”x36”. The tablecloth features excellent graphics of Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto. In very good condition with creases from folding and very minor fading and staining. Th original hand-stitched tag is still attached. Opening Bid: $50.00

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552. A Silly Symphony Promotional Paper Fan. (Disney, 1930s)

An early Disney paper fan featuring a color scene of characters featured in some of Disney’s early Silly Symphonies. These fans were offered to businesses as a promotional tool and have an area on the back for custom printing. This fan comes from a Texaco Station in Cheyenne Wyoming. The fan measures 8.25” x 8.75” tall and 14” tall with the handle. In good condition with some soiling to the image and color fading as well as wear to edges and creasing around the handle. Still presents very well. Opening Bid: $50.00

553. A “Mickey Mouse Pops” Die-Cut Candy Folder. (Brandle & Smith, 1933) A cardboard holder for candy by Brandle & Smith Co. of Philadelphia (who also made Mickey Mouse Candy Bars). The front features Mickey with a die-cut moveable arm that moves his ears and eyes. The interior originally held lollipops and features a variety of different small images of Mickey and Minnie as well as a lollipop-related poem. The piece is in good condition with expected wear and soiling from age. Mickey’s moveable arm looks like the hand was touched-up in the past and is missing some color. Opening Bid: $50.00

554. A Three Little Pigs Toy Tea Set. (Japan, 1930s) A (15) piece Three Little Pigs Toy Tea Set manufactured in Japan and distributed by George Borgfeldt. The set features the Three Pigs, Big Bad Wolf, and Little Red Riding Hood as seen in walt Disney’s Silly Symphonies shorts and includes (3) plates, (3) saucers, teapot with lid, small sugar bowl with lid, creamer, and large sugar bowl with lid and a large sugar bowl without lid. The teapot measures 3.75” tall, while the creamer is 2.25” tall, the sugar bowls are 2”, 2.25”, and 3” tall, and the plates are 3.75” to 4.5” in diameter, each piece displaying a very good to good condition despite minor chips to some, and mild scuffs and wear to painted and glazed areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

555. Snow White & Seven Dwarfs Cut-Out Dolls by Palmolive. (Palmolive, 1938-1939) A rare set of (12) cards of cut-out figures from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” with envelope, released by Palmolive soap of Belgium. Every character in the film is represented, except for the Queen’s raven. This set was available with the purchase of a special 12-pack of soap bars. The (12) 4.75”x6.25” cards are in very good condition, with (2) of them exhibiting spotting that includes figures of woodland animals. The 5”x6.75” envelope is in very good condition with light spotting. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Some of the earliest Disney Licensed Products were books, with Bibo and Lang publishing the first Mickey Mouse Book in 1930. The first commercial publisher of Mickey Mouse Books was David McCay in 1931, who continued to publish Mickey Mouse Books and Annuals through 1939. In 1933 and 1934, Blue Ribbon Books, under the guidance of Kay Kamen, produced beautifully intricate pop-up books that stayed true to the artwork and style of the Disney Cartoons they portrayed. Whitman Publishing followed with its line of popular books starting in 1934. The popularity of all these books helped fund the studio as it grew and expanded, and contributed to the worldwide recognition of the Disney Universe.

556. A Pair of The Adventures of Mickey Mouse Books. (David McKay, 1931-32) A pair of The Adventures of Mickey Mouse, Book 1 & Book 2, published by the David McKay Company. The publications notably contain a pre-theatrical mention of Donald Duck and a story and illustrations featuring Peg Leg Pete, as prepared by the staff of the Walt Disney Studios. These copies do not feature dust jackets. Measuring 7.75”x5.5”, the books are in good condition overall, despite mild color fading, wear along corner, edges, and spines, with few spots of discoloration, scuffs, and minor wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

557. A Pair of Pop-Up Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Books. (Blue Ribbon, 1933) A Pair of The Pop-Up Mickey Mouse & The Pop-Up Minnie Mouse Books, published by Blue Ribbon Books. The publications feature stories accented by a handful of colorful pop-up illustrations by the staff of the Walt Disney Studios. Measuring 8.75”x6.75”, the books are in good condition overall, despite color fading, spots of discoloration, creases, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

558. A Collection of Early Donald Duck Books. (Disney, 1934-1939) A collection of (3) rare early Donald Duck books. “The Wise Little Hen” was published in 1934, based on the cartoon that marks Donald Duck’s debut. It is notable that with no poster known for the short, this book’s cover is usually used to represent Donald Duck’s first appearance. “The Donald Duck Book” was printed in England by Birn Brothers. “Donald Duck and His Friends” was published in 1939, with (8) stories of Disney shorts told with many color illustrations. “The Wise Little Hen” measures 9”x10” and is in fine condition, with all interior pages clean and smooth, and the dust jacket missing. “The Donald Duck Book” measures 7.5”x10” and is in very good condition with off-white pages and handling wear to the cover, typical of age. “Donald Duck and His Friends” measures 8.5”x6” and is in fair condition, with the first interior page missing, and pencil and crayon marks throughout, but most illustrations clean. Opening Bid: $50.00

559. A Collection of (4) Mickey Mouse books. (Disney, 1936-1970’s) A collection of (3) early Mickey Mouse books and (1) reprint. “A.B.C. de Mickey” was published by Hachette in France in 1936. “The Mickey Mouse Fire Brigade” was published in 1936 by Whitman. “Mickey Never Fails” was published in 1939 by Western. “Mickey Mouse Story Book Album” is an undated 1970’s era reprint of a 1934 book. All of these books recount the adventures of Mickey Mouse, some original and some adapted from his screen adventures, with a mix of black and white and color images. “Mickey’s Fire Brigade” is illustrated in black line monochrome tinted images only. Measuring between 5.5”x9” and 7.5”x10”, all the books are in very good condition, with typical wear and handling. “ABC de Mickey” contains (1) page colored with crayons, and the “Story Book Album” has coloring on the front and back end pages. Opening Bid: $100.00

560. A “Donald’s Lucky Day” Story Book by Whitman. (Disney/Whitman, 1939) A story book of the animated short “Donald’s Lucky Day.” The 20-page book is lavishly illustrated in full color with original production art from the animated short film. Measuring 9.5”x11.5”, the book is in good condition, with a handwritten note and six stamped letters on the cover, 4” spine separation to the front cover, and typical wear from handling and age. Opening Bid: $25.00

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The Hall Brothers signed their first contract with Disney through George Borgfeldt in 1931. They had their own distinct art style, and under the Borgfeldt license were allowed to create original artwork for their own Disney-themed cards. Known today as Hallmark, the early Hall Brothers Disney merchandise has become quite desirable for both its style and its significance in the legacy of two of today’s most well-established companies.

561. A Rare Minnie Mouse Greeting Card by Hall Brothers. (Hall Brothers, 1930s) An extremely rare Minnie Mouse greeting card manufactured by Hall Brothers, Inc. (the original name for Hallmark Cards, Inc.). The clock depicts an early version of Minnie Mouse with a candlestick telephone and a Mickey Mouse cuckoo clock. Measuring 4”x5.25”, the card is in fine condition with very light wear and comes with the original envelope. Opening Bid: $50.00

562. A Mickey Mouse Pop-Up Card by Hall Bros. (Hall Brothers, 1934) A Pop-Up Mickey Mouse Valentine’s Day card by Hall Brothers. When opened, Mickey stands before Minnie’s doorstep, asking to trade hearts with her. The 4.75”x4.75” card is in very fine condition, with only the slightest .5” mark from a label on the back. Opening Bid: $50.00

563. A Collection of (7) Vintage Disney Greeting Cards. (Disney, 1930s-1940s) A collection of (7) mixed cards from Disney. Included are (5) Hall Brothers greeting cards, (1) mechanical Pinocchio Valentine, and (1) post card of Geppetto produced by Tobler chocolate, aka Toblerone. Measuring up to 4.4”x5.5”, the cards are all in very good condition, with typical signatures and notes throughout, and light wear from handling. Opening Bid: $50.00

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George Borgfeldt manufactured and distributed a variety of wooden character toys under the name “Fun-E-Flex” starting in 1930. They quickly became some the most popular Disney toys on the market and today are some of the most sought after items in Disneyana collecting.

564. A Rare Horace Horsecollar Fun-E-Flex

Wooden Figure. (Fun-E-Flex, 1930s) A very rare Horace Horsecollar Fun-E-Flex figure. The 6.75” tall mostly wooden toy features its original straw tail, and covered wire arms and neck for posing. The ears have been expertly replaced. The figure is in very good condition despite slight wear to arms and painted areas as would be expected. This is one of the harder 1930s Disney figures to find and this is only the fifth we have seen offered in the last 20 years. Opening Bid: $500.00

extremely rare Mickey Mouse Fun-E-Flex Boat Toy. The 11” long wooden boat comes with a 4” tall Mickey figure. The front of the boat is marked “Mickey Mouse 28” and comes with the original pull cord with wood knob and two oars. Mickey is designed with holes in his hands to hold the oars and they fit into two metal loops in the boat. We are unsure if these are the original oars (we have never seen a boat with them), but they do fit into Mickey’s hands. Mickey has a peg on the rear that fits into a notch

566. Pair of Mickey & Donald Skiing Fun-E-Flex Toys. (Fun-E-Flex, 1930s) A pair of Fun-E-Flex Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck on skis toys. The 3.75” Mickey toy is complete with cardboard ears, tail and chest decal (decal has some flakes). Mickey is a rare yellow pants variety and is the only one of these we have ever seen offered. Donald stands 3” tall with yellow ski poles and a yarn scarf (both could have been added later) . Donald’s chest decal has flakes but is still readable. Both toys are quite rare and present in very good condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

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567. A Mickey Mouse Fun-E-Flex Bouncing Toy. (Fun-E-Flex, 1930s) An incredibly rare Mickey Mouse Fun-E-Flex bouncing toy. The hand-painted Mickey figure sits atop a see-saw seat mounted to a piece of spring steel. Measuring 6.75” tall, 5.75” long, and 2.5” wide, the action toy is in good condition, despite slight fading to color, and minor oxidation to metal. Mickey is missing the chest decal product label but still retains his original tail. An excellent example of this rare toy Opening Bid: $300.00

568. A Pair of Mickey & Donald on Sleds Fun-E-Flex Toys. (FunE-Flex, 1930s) A pair of Fun-E-Flex Walt Disney character sled toys. The hand-painted figures of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck are affixed to sled pull toys. Measuring 3.5”x 3.25” tall and 6”x2”, the wooden toys are in very good condition with slight wear to painted features, and a missing pull-string on the Mickey toy. Mickey’s chest decal is in good condition with slight chipping. Donald is missing his decal and has wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $200.00

569. A Large Pluto the Pup Fun-E-Flex by Borgfeldt. 1930s) A Pluto the Pup Large Fun-E-Flex with rare Box distributed by George Borgfeldt. The hand-painted wooden figure of Pluto features twisted paper legs, neck, and tail, with felt ears. Measuring 2.5”x5”x2.5” tall Pluto is in very good condition with light wear, few scratches, and retains the original Pluto the Pup emblem on collar. The original box is included and is in very good condition with few creases and wear to flaps, edges, and corners, and two interior flaps missing. Opening Bid: $100.00

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A 4”x1.75” tall Fun-E-Flex Pluto (red collar variety) complete with a 4.5”x3”x3.75” tall wooden doghouse with his name and image on the roof. Pluto retains his original tail, felt ears and chain attached to the house. His original decal is missing a small portion but still 75% complete. Both Pluto and the doghouse have scattered aging and soiling but remain in very good condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

571. A Pair of Mickey & Minnie Fun-E-Flex Toys. (Fun-E-Flex, 1930s) A pair of Fun-E-Flex Mickey & Minnie Mouse toys. The wooden figures have hand-painted features, cardstock ears, and cloth skirt, with original “Walt E. Disney” patent labels. Measuring 3.75”, the toys are in fine condition despite slight wear to cloth threads and painted areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

572. A Donald Duck Fun-E-Flex Toy. (Fun-E-Flex, 1930s) A scarce long-billed Donald Duck Fun-E-Flex Figure. Measuring 5.25” tall, the hand-painted wooden toy is in very good condition, exhibiting slight wear to painted areas and some slight flaking in the coated cord arms. The name decal has a few small edge flakes but remains intact. A great example of a very rare toy. Opening Bid: $200.00

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573. A Rare Large Mickey Mouse Rubber Figure by Seiberling. (Seiberling, 1930s) A Rare Large Mickey Mouse Rubber Figure by Seiberling Latex Products of Akron, Ohio. Seiberling manufactured a number of smaller 3.25” Disney character figures, but this larger 5.75”tall figure of Mickey Mouse rarely appears. The figure displays a good condition despite stiffness and cracks to rubber and discoloration and fading to paint throughout, which is quite normal for these pieces. Opening Bid: $100.00

574. A Donald Duck Bank by Automatic Recording Safe. (A.R.S., 1930s) A Donald Duck Bank by Automatic Recording Safe Company of Chicago. The bank features both Donald Duck and Pluto on a red suitcase-shaped tin box with hinged handle. This is one of the rarest of Disney character-themed banks produced by the Company during the 1930s and 1940s. Measuring 4.25”x2.75”, the metallic safe is in good condition, despite small chips, scuffs, and minor wear to paint and missing key. Opening Bid: $100.00

575. A Rare Pair of Mickey Mouse Wooden Wagon Toys. (Toy Kraft, 1930s) An extremely rare pair of Mickey Mouse wagon toys produced by the Toy Kraft Co. of Ohio. Measuring 10”x4.5”x5” and 16”x5.25”x9.75”, the wagons are in good condition, despite loose wheels from use, oxidation to metallic parts, crazing, scuffs, and wear to painted wooden areas and chips to decals. The yellow wagon is missing its pull bar. Opening Bid: $50.00

576. A Mickey Mouse Wood Jointed Balancing Toy. (Halsam Products, 1930s) A scarce Mickey Mouse jointed wooden doll designed to be put in various positions. Two slightly different versions of this toy were produced. This one has round hands and square feet while the other variety has hands with notches and round feet. Measuring 4.5” tall, the toy is in very good condition with slight wear and some chipping to logo and some painted areas. The copyright decal on the bottom of the foot is intact and Mickey retains his original tail. Opening Bid: $100.00

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The Ohio Art Company signed a license with Disney in the early 1930s and immediately began to capitalize on the wide range of characters available. Soon, Tea Sets, Sand Pails, Shovels, Toys and more were flowing out of their factory into the hands of eager customers.

577. A Mickey Mouse Snow Shovel by Ohio Arts. (Ohio Art, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse and Pluto tin litho snow shovel by Ohio Art. The children’s-size shovel features imagery of Mickey Mouse and Pluto building a snowman. Measuring 26.25” long and 10” at its widest, the shovel is in good condition, exhibiting oxidation, scuffs, minor dents, and wear throughout metallic and wooden parts. Opening Bid: $100.00

578. A Donald & Mickey’s Nephews Snow Shovel by Ohio Art. (Ohio Art, 1930s) A tin litho snow shovel featuring Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse’s nephews. The children’s-size shovel features imagery of Mickey Mouse’s nephews throwing snowballs at Donald. Measuring 26.25” long and 10” at its widest, the shovel is in fair condition, exhibiting much oxidation and spots of discoloration, scuffs, minor dents, and wear throughout metallic and wooden parts. Opening Bid: $100.00

579. “Mickey’s Helpmates” Tin Litho Dishes by Ohio Art. (Ohio Art, 1930s) A set of (8) Mickey’s Helpmates tin litho dishes featuring Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto. The lot contains (5) plates, two cups, and one tray. The cups measure 1.5” tall, the plates are 4.25” and 2.75” in diameter, and the tray is 5.5”x7.5”, each piece in very good condition, despite oxidation, few scuffs, and mild wear.

Opening Bid: $100.00 (Ohio Art, 1930s) A small-sized tin litho sand pail by Ohio Art Company featuring Clarabelle Cow, Pluto, Minnie, and Mickey Mouse. Measuring 3.75”x3” tall, the pail displays in good condition, exhibiting color fading, oxidation, scuffs, and scratches throughout from use and age. There are two coins and a key adhered to the interior of the pail.

Opening Bid: $50.00

581. A Mickey & Friends Sand Pail by Ohio Art. (Ohio Art, 1930s)

A small-sized tin lithographic sand pail by Ohio Art Company featuring Clarabelle Cow, Pluto, Minnie, and Mickey Mouse. Measuring 3.75”x3” tall, the pail displays in very good condition, exhibiting mild color fading to lithographic images, minor oxidation, few scuffs, and scratches throughout from use and age. Opening Bid: $50.00

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582. A Mickey, Goofy & Donald Golfing Sand Pail by Ohio Art. (Ohio Art, 1938) A large-sized tin lithographic sand pail by Ohio Art Company featuring Mickey Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck golfing. Measuring 6”x 6” tall, the metallic bucket displays in good condition, exhibiting color fading to lithographic images, oxidation, scuffs, and scratches throughout from use and age. Opening Bid: $50.00

583. A Three Little Pigs Sand Pail by Ohio Art. (Ohio Art, 1930s) A medium-sized tin litho sand pail by Ohio Art Company featuring the Three Little Pigs (Practical, Fifer, and Fiddler) with the Big Bad Wolf. Measuring 4.5”x4.25” tall, the metallic bucket displays in good condition, exhibiting color fading to lithographic images, dents, oxidation, scuffs, and scratches throughout from use and age. Opening Bid: $50.00

584. A Rare Mickey

Bank. (Automatic Recording Safe Co, 1935) A very rare 1.25”x4”x2.5” tall painted metal bank designed like a suitcase including a carrying handle. Produced by the Automatic Recording Safe Co. of Chicago in 1935, one side features a decal of Mickey and the other side simulated travel stickers. The bank is in very good condition with scattered wear and loss of image to one travel sticker. It is missing the original key. Still a nice example of a rare piece. Opening Bid: $50.00

585. A Mickey & Friends Choral Top by Lackawanna. (Lackawanna, 1930s) A Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, and Three Pigs Choral top by Lackawanna Manufacturing Company. The red top is comprised of tin with lithographic imagery of the popular characters featured in both Mickey Mouse and Silly Symphonies shorts. Measuring 8.5”x11” tall, the top is in good working condition despite oxidation to metallic parts, with scuffs and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

586. A Mickey Mouse Lamp by Soreng-Manegold. (Soreng-Manegold, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Lamp manufactured by Soreng-Manegold. The shade depicts Mickey, Minnie, Clarabelle, and Pluto at school and metal Lamp body features Mickey waving. The lamp and shade may not be matching but both were offered by this company. The lamp has been tested for function and requires servicing. Measuring 7” x 5.25” tall, the lamp body and shade are in good condition despite oxidation to metal, spots of discoloration and wear to shade, and crazing to Mickey decals on lamp. Opening Bid: $50.00

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LIONEL TRAINS--The Lionel Corporation of New York, a manufacturer of toy trains, suffered horribly from the effects of the great depression. In 1934, the company entered into receivership, during which an outside group took responsibility for the company’s operations so that it could meet its financial obligations. Realizing the appeal of Mickey Mouse, the Lionel Corporation partnered with Kay Kamen to present a pitch for Mickey Mouse themed trains to the receivers. Due to the receiver’s confidence in the character Mickey Mouse, they allowed the already financially suffering company to borrow additional money to produce the trains. The trains featured Mickey and Minnie and came with eight pieces of track. At a price of just $1 per set, the trains were such a success that Lionel was able to completely recover from its receivership and by 1935 had created two additional hand cars. The successful contract with Lionel demonstrated the strength of the Mouse, and the appeal did not go unnoticed by other corporations. Many similar contracts helped fund the Disney Studio over the coming years.

587. A Rare Lionel Mickey Mouse Circus Train. This set (Lionel Set 1536) contains an Engine, Tender, Band car, Circus Car, Dining Car, waving Mickey Barker figure, (12) pieces of curved track, one straight track, one cross section of track, and layout suggestions with original card. Though advertised on the card, the Circus Train Cardboard Tent and paper cutouts are not included. The train has been tested for function and requires servicing. The cars measure 5” to 7.5” long, while the figure is 5” tall, each in very good condition, despite light color fading to lithographic imagery, few scuffs, and mild wear. Track shows signs of slight oxidation. All pieces come on the original 18.75”x12.75” card, which exhibits some creases, tearing and wear.

588. A Mickey & Minnie Wind-Up Hand Car & Box by Lionel. (Lionel, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Wind-Up Hand Car & Box by the Lionel Corporation of New York. The toy features both Mickey and Minnie with metal and rubber components, key, and six pieces of curved track. Measuring 2.25”x9.25”x5.75” tall, the classic toy is in very good working condition, exhibiting slight oxidation to metal, some scuffs and wear to painted areas and rubber. The 11.5”8.25”x2.25” box is in good condition despite a few creases, dents, and wear to edges and corners of box. Opening Bid: $500.00

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589. A Mickey & Minnie Hand Car & Box by Lionel. (Lionel, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Hand Car and box by Lionel Corporation of New York. The hand car has been tested for function but is not in working order and requires servicing to operate. Measuring 2.25”x9.25”x5.75” tall, the toy displays in very good condition, exhibiting some scuffs and wear to painted areas and slight oxidation to metal. The 11.5”8.25”x2.25” box is in good condition with a tear to one edge, creases, dents, and wear to edges and corners of box. Opening Bid: $300.00

590. A Lionel Donald Duck Hand Car Wind-Up. (Lionel, 1936)

A “Donald Duck Rail Car” wind-up by Lionel. The toy features composition figures of Donald and Pluto on a tin hand car with doghouse. The toy is missing its original key, has been tested for function, and is in good working order. Measuring 4”x10.5”x7” tall, it displays in very good condition, exhibiting slight oxidation to metal, and some minor scuffs to painted areas. Donald’s head is a little loose. Opening Bid:

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Lionel Donald Duck Hand Wind-Up with Box 1936) “Donald Rail Car” wind-up Lionel original wear. Opening Bid: $300.00

592. A Boxed Set of Mickey Mouse Lights by NOMA. (NOMA, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Lights set and box by NOMA. The (8) plastic bulb shades feature Mickey Mouse and friends in festive holiday scenes with patented “berry-beads” to hold the lights in the correct position on the tree. The lights come with their original tag, box, and directions, and have not been tested for function. The cord measures 12 feet long and comes with original 6.25”x16.25” and 2.25” deep very good condition box. The lights display in very good condition with a crack on one, minor fading, yellowing, and wear to some imagery. The box is in very good condition exhibiting slight fading, wear, and small tears to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

593. A Boxed Set of Mickey Mouse Lights by NOMA. (NOMA, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Lights set and box by NOMA. The (8) plastic bulb shades feature Mickey Mouse and friends in festive holiday scenes with patented “berry-beads” to hold the lights in the correct position on the tree. The lights come with their original tag, box, and directions, and have not been tested for function. The lights display in very good condition with minor fading, yellowing, and wear to the imagery, while the box is in good condition exhibiting light fading, spots of discoloration, wear and tear to edges and corners, and a pencil annotation on lid. Opening Bid: $50.00

594. Walt Disney’s Silly Symphony Lights by NOMA. (NOMA, 1930s) A Silly Symphony Lights set and box by NOMA. The (8) plastic bulb shades feature the Three Pigs, Big Bad Wolf, and Elmer Elephant in festive holiday scenes with patented “berry-beads” to hold lights in the correct position on the tree. The lights come with their original tag and box and have not been tested for function. The lights display in very good condition with minor fading, yellowing, and wear to the imagery. The box is in good condition exhibiting a repaired tear on lid and wear and tear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

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595. A Donald Duck’s Party Game by Parker Bros. (Parker Bros., 1938) A Donald Duck’s Party Game for Young Folks by Parker Brothers. The 9.75”x19.25”x1.75” original box contains four Prize Discs, Donald Duck Figures, Spinner, instructions and play board. All are in good condition, despite minor creases to figures and slight wear from use. The box is also in good condition with spots of discoloration and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

596. A Flippy Mickey Toy by Milton Bradley. (Milton Bradley, 1930s) A Flippy Mickey toy by the Milton Bradley Company of USA. The wooden Mickey toy performs somersaults and flips. Measuring 8.5” tall, the toy is in good condition despite wear to painted and printed areas as well as edges of figure parts and handles. Opening Bid: $50.00

597. A First Step Mickey Mouse Bank by Automatic Safe. (ARS, 1935) A First Step Mickey Mouse Bank by Automatic Recording Safe Company of Chicago. The safe has a textured cover with metal plate depicting Mickey Mouse scaling a stack of coins and has not been tested for function as key is not included. Measuring 3.5”x1” and 4.75” tall, the metallic safe box is in very good condition, with little scratches or wear to patina. Opening Bid: $50.00

598. Mickey Mouse on Hobby Horse Celluloid Wind-up Toy. (Japan, 1930s) An unusual celluloid cowboy Mickey Mouse attached to a tin hobby horse with celluloid head and a built-in wind-up mechanism and key. Manufactured in Japan in the 1930s, we have seen this hobby horse toy with a celluloid little boy rider but not with a celluloid Mickey Mouse. Mickey features a paper cowboy hat, string reins and legs attached by string. The toy functions when wound. Measuring 3.5”x3.5” tall, the toy is in very good condition overall. Opening Bid: $100.00

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599. A Mickey Mouse Piano with Danc ing Figures by Marks. (Marks Bros., 1935)

A Mickey Mouse Piano with Dancing Figures toy manufactured by the Marks Brothers Company of Boston. When the keys are pushed and notes are sounded, the jointed figures of Mickey and Minnie jump and move their limbs. The play piano was originally released in 1935, offered in the Sears Roebuck catalogue for $1.00. Measuring 5”x9.25” and 10.25 “ tall, the musical toy features printed imagery of Mickey, Minnie, Horace, Pluto, Clarabelle, and Fiddler. The toy is in good working condition despite one non-sounding key, dust, areas of discoloration to keys, as well as minor wear, scuffs and scratches to glass and painted wooden areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

600. A Mickey Mouse Circus Game. (Marks Bros., 1934) A Mickey Mouse Circus marble game by Marks Brothers Co. The backdrop with (4) tilting cups supported by Mickey and Minnie stands in a wooden slot on the base. Dropping a marble in the top lets it drop from cup to cup, to ring the bell and rest in circle on the base to get the score. In a box measuring 2”x9.75”x20’, the game displays well, in overall good condition, but wear overall from play, and would need some attention to function properly. (2) of the tilting panels are loose, with one repaired with tape long ago. The box top - often missing from this piece - is included with side panels loose, but more than half still included. Opening Bid: $100.00

601. A Pin the Tail on Mickey Mouse Party Game. (Marks Bros, 1930s) A pin the tail on Mickey game by Marks Bros. The original 10”x8” envelope contains an 18”x22” printed Mickey Mouse Poster and (11) cut-out tails (the game originally came with 16). The game is in fair condition with extensive wear to the envelope, pinholes in the corners of the poster as well as Mickey’s rear. Opening Bid: $50.00

602. A Boxed Pin the Tail on Mickey Mouse Party Game. (Marks Bros. 1930s) A boxed “Pin the Tail on Mickey Mouse Party Game” by Marks Bros. The 10.5”x8.75” box contains an uncut 18”x30.5” linen-like sheet depicting Mickey Mouse and (16) tails. Both box and sheet are in good condition, exhibiting creases, spots of discoloration, scuffs, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

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603. A Mickey Mouse Bank By Crown with Rare Box. (Crown Toy, 1938) A “Walt Disney’s Mickey Mouse Bank” by Crown Toy Manufacturing Company Inc. The vintage 1930s composition toy features Mickey Mouse with a movable head and metal door with built-in lock. Measuring 6.25” tall, the bank is in very good condition with wear to painted areas, mild cracking and crazing throughout, and missing its key. The bank comes with an extremely rare original good condition box missing the top flaps. Opening Bid: $100.00

604. A Mickey Mouse Tool Chest Tin & Tools by Hamilton. (Hamilton, 1936) A Mickey Mouse Tool Chest and tools by Hamilton Metal Products Company. The Tool Chest has a hinged lid with lithographic imagery of Mickey, Pluto, and Donald Duck working with tools. The

7.5”x4.5” and 1.5” deep, the chest is in good condition despite scuffs, The tools are in fair-to-good condition overall, exhibiting oxidation and

605. A Mickey Mouse Promotional Paper Fan. promotional paper fan featuring images of Mickey and Minnie Mouse. The text on the reverse identifies this as a giveaway from a shoe man ufacturer and/or store in Barcelona, Spain. Measuring 6.5”x10.25” high including stick, the fan is in very good condition with light wear from handling, and a small number 33 written on the front in pencil. Opening Bid: $50.00

the O-Pee-Chee Company. The Mickey Mouse Bubble Gum wax paper wrappers were manufactured by both US Gum Inc. and O-Pee-Chee in Canada. This is the rarer O-Pee-Chee issue. Measuring 3.5”x2.75”, the wrapper is in good condition with few spots of discoloration, mild scuffs, creases, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00

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blue felt cap with a silk-screened design on each side featuring Mickey saying “Have One On Me.” Given away as a premium, the brim has character names where matching bottle caps were to be mounted. The cap is in very good condition, unused and with slight color fading and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

measures 5.5”x7.25”x7.25” tall and features a die-cut aluminum grille plate featuring Mickey and metal pieces attached at the corners featuring Minnie, Pluto, Horace, and Clarabelle. The radio has its original knobs, and fabric speaker cover. The Radio no longer works but internal parts are complete, and it has the original electric cord. There is wear throughout from age and use. Overall this is a fine example for display of a classic Mickey Mouse item. Opening Bid: $200.00

609. A Rare Japanese 1930s Victor Record Album Set. (RCA Victor, 1936)

A Rare Victor Record Album of Mickey Mouse and Silly Symphonies produced by RCA Victor for Japanese audiences. The set features (6) double-sided records featuring high-fidelity, English-language audio recordings of “The Orphan’s Benefit,” “Mickey’s Grand Opera,” “Lullaby Land,” “The Grasshopper and the Ants,” “Mickey’s Moving Day,” “The Pied Piper,” “Three Little Wolves,” and “Who Killed Cock Robin?”. The records come within their original album cover which notably features unique, colorful imagery of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, while each record’s label and the interior of the album cover features the record titles in both Japanese and English language text. Measuring 10” in diameter, each record is in very good, audible condition, with scuffs, scratches, and wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $100.00

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610. A Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrapbook and Envelope. (Disney, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrapbook with rare Mickey Mouse envelope. This booklet contains over 40 recipes that include bread as an ingredient and was available through bakeries across the country, who could personalize the back cover. This example was distributed by Puritan Maid Bread of Southern California. The booklet measuring 4.25”x6.25” is in fine condition, appearing unopened, with slight color shift to the cover from age. The seldom seen 7”x4.5” envelope is in fair condition, with wear mainly to edges and the flap, including 1” and 2.5” tears. Opening Bid: $50.00

611. A 1930’s Japanese Minnie Mouse Notebook. (Japan, 1930s) A rare Minnie Mouse notepad produced in Japan during the 1930s. The pad contains (64) pages. Measuring 7.5”x5.5”, the notepad is in good condition, with wear scuffs, spotting from age and handling, and (23) pages containing delicate notations of math and Japanese language written in pencil and some ink. Opening Bid: $25.00

612. 3 Sets of Mickey Mouse Transfer-O-S for Easter Eggs. (PAAS, 1930s) A collection of (3) Mickey Mouse “Transfer-o-s” sets for dyeing Easter Eggs with images of Disney characters. Two sets are in their original sleeve, while the third is loose. Each set consists of (4) folded 9.5”x5” sheets with a total of (37) images of Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Horace Horsecollar, and other early characters that can be applied to eggs with water. The 5.75”x5.75” packets and their contents are in fine condition, while the (4) loose transfer sheets are very good with slight wear from handling. Opening Bid: $25.00

613. A Mickey Mouse Shoe Polish Sign and Order Form. (1930s) A large paper sign and order form for Mickey Mouse Shoe Polish and other products produced in France in the 1930s. The 12”x6” two-sided paper sign advertises Mickey Mouse shoe polish with an excellent graphic of Mickey and the product. The 5”x7.25” order form features other available products including dye and metal gloss. The sign is in good condition with wrinkling and some staining around the edges. The order form is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

614. A Folio of Songs from Walt Disney’s Famous Pictures. (Irving Berlin Inc., 1934) A book of sheet music collected from songs featured in the Disney Silly Symphony shorts, released by Irving Berlin, Inc. Included are eleven songs from the animated series, including “Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?” and Goofy’s theme song “The World Owes Me a Living” as first heard in “The Grasshopper and the Ants.” Measuring 9”x12”, the book is in fair condition, with cover wear including the first three pages separated from staples, slight chipping to some pages, and minor yellowing from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

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615. A Grand Rapids Creamery Mickey Mouse Magazine. (Grand Rapids Creamery/Disney, 1935) A promotional Mickey Mouse Magazine published by Grand Rapids Creamery. This copy of the August 1935, Vol. II No. 10 issue is labeled by the Grand Rapids Creamery of Wisconsin and was distributed by dairies with their own local imprint. Measuring 7.25”x5”, The 14-page magazine is in good condition, with light wear from use and age. Opening Bid: $25.00

616. A Mickey Mouse Pencil Case by Dixon. (Dixon, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Pencil Case by Dixon. The case cover has imagery of Mickey, Minnie, and Donald Duck as an Officer and is fastened by a button snap. The lot also includes one original pencil and ruler. Measuring 5.25”x8.75”x.75”, the cardstock case is in good condition despite mild wear and some tears to edges and corners. Open-

617. A Mickey Mouse Bubble Gum Wrapper by GUM, Inc. (GUM, Inc., 1935) A Mickey Mouse Bubble Gum Wrapper by GUM, Inc. of Philadelphia. The wrapper features Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Horace, and Clarabelle with an advertisement for a Mickey Mouse Picture Card Album to store a complete collection of Mickey Mouse Cards. Measuring 5”x7.25”, the wrapper is in very good condition with mild creases and folds throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00

618. Rare Britains Three Little Pigs Lead Figures. (Britains, 1930s) An extremely rare set of painted lead figures of the Big Bad Wolf and two pigs produced by famed toy soldier manufacturer Britains in the 1930s. The wolf stands 2.5” tall while the pigs stand 1.5” tall, The figures show heavy wear from age and use with fading and flaking to the paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

619. A Rare Mickey Mouse Tie Bar Pin. (England, 1930s) An early 1930s British made 1.75” narrow tie bar with reverse pin. Soldered to the front bar is a silvered brass and black enamel full figure Mickey with hands on his hips. The pin is tarnished but displays well and is one of only a handful we have seen. In very good condition overall. Opening Bid: $100.00

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620. A Mickey & Minnie Mouse Metal Coin Purse by C&R. (Cohn & Rosenberger, 1930s) A small Mickey & Minnie Mouse coin purse. Measuring 2.75”x2.5”, the purse is in good condition with few small spots of soiling to interior fabric and slight scuffs and minor oxidation to painted areas of case. Opening Bid: $50.00

621. A Set of (4) Vintage Mickey Mouse Postcards. (Delgado/ Ideal/Sepheriades, 1930s) A set of (4) Mickey Mouse postcards produced by various licenses and film distributors. The post cards feature color graphics of Mickey and Minnie and were produced through Ideal Films and G. Delgado, Ltd. in England and the British Isles and E. Sepheriades in France. Measuring 3.5”x5.5”, each card is in fair-to-very good used condition with hand-annotated messages, minor tears, and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $25.00

622. An Unusual Celluloid Mickey Mouse Napkin Ring. unusual celluloid napkin ring with a painted Celluloid Mickey Mouse attached to the top. The ring measures 2.25”x3.75” tall and is in very good condition with light soiling and wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

623. A Rare “Mickey Mouse Police Department” Brass Badge. (Disney, 1930s) A very rare “Mickey Mouse Police Department” brass badge produced in the mid-1930s. With two shades of luster plus red and black enamel paint, this is from a small series of occupational badges made. Others include fireman and aviator, with the Police Badge being the rarest. Measuring 1.75”x1.5”, the badge is in good condition with visible wear and loss of luster and paint in areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

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625. A Pair of Mickey Mouse Lenticular Cards from Mexico. (1930s) A pair of rare lenticular Mickey Mouse cards that animate movement when rubbed side to side. The cards read “Tome Ud. Ideal Water and Geisha Soft Drinks and Avoid Typhoid.” Each measuring 3”x2.25”, the cards are in very good condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

624. Dutch Mickey Mouse Tin Box. (Simon De Wit, 1930s) An unlicensed Mickey Mouse tin produced by supermarket chain Simon De Wit in the Netherlands. Gestampte Muisjes translates as “crushed mice,” but is a traditional anise-seed based bread topping in the Netherlands that dates back to the Middle Ages. Few of these charming containers survive. Measuring 5”x2.5” the tin is in good condition, with oxidation on the bottom and interior, and wear overall, particularly to the top edge. Opening Bid: $50.00

626. A Pair of Mickey Mouse & Ferdinand Post Toasties Boxes. (Postum, 1934,1938) A pair of Post Toasties Mickey & Ferdinand Boxes. The General Foods Corporation started offering Walt Disney character merchandise with their products beginning in 1933. This pair of Post Toasties boxes features Walt Disney character cut-out-toy figures of Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Ferdinand the Bull manufactured for General Foods. Measuring 5.75”x3.5”x1.75” and 6.5”x8.5”x2.75”, the boxes are in good condition despite creases, spots of discoloration, tears and wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $25.00

627. A Collection of (6) Vintage 1930s Disney Postcards. (Various Manufacturers, 1930s) A collection of (6) postcards featuring Walt Disney’s Mickey, Minnie, and Donald Duck. Among the lot are postcards manufactured by E. Sepheriades, Valentine & Sons Ltd., Woolstone Brothers, and more. Of note is a rare Mickey Mouse postcard produced for German audiences. Measuring 5.75”x3.5”, the postcards are in very good-to-good condition with spots of discoloration, yellowing, fading, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00

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628. Mickey Mouse Lights by NOMA. (NOMA, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse Lights set and box by NOMA. The (7) plastic shades feature Mickey Mouse and friends in festive holiday scenes with patented “berry-beads” to hold lights in the correct position on the tree. The lights come in their original box with directions and have not been tested for function. The lights display in good condition with minor scuffs and wear to imagery, while the box is in good condition with minor wear and scuffs to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

630. A Rare Mickey Mouse Iron-On Transfer. (Disney, 1930’s) A rare Kaumagraph iron on transfer of Mickey Mouse playing a one-string guitar. Measuring 3”x8”, the piece is in good condition, with light creasing and wear from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

629. A Set of (3) Mickey Mouse Buttons. (Disney, 1930s) A set of (3) promotional buttons advertising Mickey Mouse and the authorized first incarnation of the Mickey Mouse Club. Among the lot are two Mickey Mouse buttons and one Mickey Mouse Club button. The Mickey Mouse buttons feature copyrights reading “Walt Disney Enterprises” and “Kay Kamen Sole Representative.” Measuring 1.25” in diameter, each button is in good-to-very-good condition, exhibiting oxidation and tarnish, scuffs, discoloration, and wear to the paperbacks, celluloid and shells, collets, and spring pins. Opening Bid: $50.00

631. A Mickey & Donald “Welcome to Toytown!” Sign. (Disney, 1930s) A Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Santa Claus “Welcome to Toytown!” sign. The sign is double-sided with two-toned imagery, a blank area for text, and was produced during the Kamen era of licensing, intended for use within the “Toytown” sections of department stores. Measuring 11”x14”, the sign is in very good condition with vibrant colors, and the slightest wear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

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632. A Mickey Mouse Children’s Desk by Kroehler. (Kroehler, 1930s)

A Mickey Mouse Children’s Desk by Kroehler Manufacturing. The wooden desk features hand-painted imagery of Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Measuring 23” tall, 26.25” wide and 15.5” deep, the desk is in good condition, with chips, mild cracks, and wear to tabletop and painted areas from use. Opening Bid: $100.00

633. A “Mickey Mouse And His Pals” Gumball Machine. (Hamilton Enterprises, 1938) A rare 1930s “Mickey Mouse And His Pals” gumball machine. The 14” tall and 7” diameter gumball machine features a black porcelain finish and stainless steel fittings with an Owen’s crystal bowl and a theft-proof slot mechanism. The interior surface of the bowl has a wrap-around decal featuring multiple images of Mickey and his nephews, Minnie, Donald and his nephews, Goofy and Pluto. Images include them having a parade, circus theme, and western theme. It was designed for countertop use but it could also be mounted on a stand for floor use. There is wear at the coin slot and few small traces of wear to the porcelain finish. The Decal remains clear, and distinct and near 100% complete with scratches throughout from years of use. The mechanism needs servicing to work properly but is complete and comes with key. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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Fisher-Price Toys Inc. began in 1930, and offered their first toys for public sale in 1931. Dedicated to creating toys that were high in quality, excelled in ingenuity, and required children to take action, the company became well-known and recognized for its bright imagery and strong construction. Seeing the potential of using Disney characters on their toy lines, Fisher-Price became a licensee of Disney in 1935 under Kay Kamen, and created a variety of wooden pull toys. Many of the toys created noises when pulled, and their appeal allowed for strong sales under the Disney contract until 1959. This long and uninterrupted relationship between the two companies was unusual, as many resources typically went to the efforts of World War II, and caused companies who used those resources to halt production through the early 1940’s.

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Toy. (Fisher Price, 1930s) A Fisher Price Donald Duck pull toy with orange cart and arms that flap when pulled. This pull toy produces a quacking sound when in motion. Measuring 5”x11.75”x 9” tall, the pull toy is in very good condition with expected wear overall, scuffs and scratches to painted and litho areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

A rare “Mickey Mouse Band” pull toy manufactured by Fisher-Price. Beginning in 1935, the toy was manufactured for two years and consists of a four-wheeled wooden cart with wooden Mickey and Pluto playing percussion instruments. Mickey’s arms move up and down as the wheels roll, striking Pluto’s cymbal, while the drum rocks back and forth. The mechanicals are in working order. Measuring 4.25”x12”x10.5”, the piece is in very good condition, despite oxidation to the metal elements, a mild bend to one mallet, scuffs, scratches, and minor chips and scrapes. Opening Bid: $100.00

A “Mickey Mouse Band” pull toy manufactured by Fisher-Price. Beginning in 1939, the toy was manufactured for three years and features a four-wheeled wooden cart with wooden Mickey playing a xylophone. Mickey’s arms move up and down as the wheels roll, striking the metallic keys. While the pull cord has been replaced with a string, the mechanicals are in working order. Measuring 5”x9” and 11”, the piece is in good condition, despite oxidation to the metal elements, scuffs, scratches, minor chips, and scrapes to wooden and lithographic parts, and wear from use. Opening Bid: $100.00

keys. The toy is in good condition with oxidation to the metal elements, a mild bend to one mallet, and expected wear and soiling from use and age. The original pull string with the wood pull has been replaced. Opening Bid: $100.00

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A Fisher Price Donald Duck Pull 635. A Rare “Mickey Mouse Band” Pull Toy by Fisher Price. (Fisher-Price, 1935) 636. A Rare “Mickey Mouse Band” Pull Toy by Fisher Price. (Fisher-Price, 1939) 637. A Large Donald Duck Xylophone Pull Toy by Fisher Price. (Fisher-Price, 1946) A Large Donald Duck Xylophone pull toy manufactured by Fisher-Price in 1946. The 6.25”x11”x13.25” tall toy consists of wood with paper lithographic imagery of Donald and metal xylophone keys. When pulled, Donald’s arms move up and down striking the 638. A Fisher Price Donald Duck Pull Toy. (Fisher Price, 1940s) A Fisher Price Donald Duck pull toy with blue cart and arms that swing when pulled. This pull toy originally produced a quacking sound in motion which is no longer functional. Measuring 8.75”x11”tall, the pull toy is in very good condition with expected wear overall, scuffs and scratches to painted and litho areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

639. A Fisher Price Donald Duck Drum Major Cart Pull Toy. (Fisher-Price, 1948) A Fisher Price Donald Duck Drum Major pull toy #432-532. The toy measures 11.5”x9” tall and is in very good condition with expected wear from use and age. The wheels roll, Donald’s arms move up and down and the “quack” sound still works. The pull string is missing, but the toy presents well. Opening Bid: $75.00

640. A Mickey Mouse Puddle Jumper Toy by Fisher-Price. (Fisher-Price, 1950s) A wooden Mickey Mouse Puddle Jumper pull toy by Fisher Price. When the car is pulled, the rear swivels, while a ribbed gasket generates a “putt-putt” sound. The 3.25”x6.5”x 5.25 “ tall toy features printed imagery of Mickey and the Puddle Jumper car. The toy is in good working condition despite a replacement pull cord, broken rubber gasket underneath, minor wear, scuffs and scratches to painted and printed wooden areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

641. A Rare 1937 Mickey Mouse Deadline Studio Magazine. (Disney, 1937) An extremely rare internal newsletter from the Walt Disney Hyperion Studio. This copy of “Mickey Mouse Deadline” Issue #1 was published in January of 1937, at a time when the artists and staff were deep in the grueling production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. While the publication is supplemented by just two illustrations (including a full-page caricature of Fred Moore and Frank Thomas), it features (15) mimeographed pages of articles written by Disney employees, including one lamenting how big the Studio had grown, many one-line gags and quotes, and a poem dedicated to the Silly Symphony “Peculiar Penguins.” This lot is an original artifact offering a unique look into the personal life of the Hyperion Studio. Measuring 8.5”x11”, the magazine is in very good condition, with ink blot to the cover, a repaired tear to the back cover, and light wear typical of age. Opening Bid: $100.00

produced by Marx Toys in 1938. The toy features die-cut tin figures of Ferdinand and the Matador attached to separate bases that have wooden wheels. The Matador has separate arms and a cape marked “Ferdinand” while Ferdinand has a string tail and the “Ferdinand” name across his backside. When wound, the toy works and travels along as it rocks about as if Ferdinand is charging after the Matador. The toy is in fine condition with only light wear from age. The box is intact and in very good condition. The graphics present very well. This is a fantastic example of this charming toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

643. A Ferdinand the Bull Pull Toy by N.N. Hill Brass. (N.N. Hill, 1938) A Ferdinand the Bull Pull Toy by the N.N. Hill Brass Company of East Hampton, Connecticut. The toy features a wooden Ferdinand with printed imagery, fastened atop a metallic base with wooden wheels. Measuring 9” long and 6.75” tall, the toy is in good condition with expected oxidation to metallic parts, creases, and spots of discoloration to printed imagery, and scuffs and wear throughout. The original pull cord has been replaced. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Toys, 1938) A charming 4.25”x5.5” long Ferdinand the Bull tin litho toy with built-in key produced by Marx Toys in 1938. The toy is in good condition with the original flower in Ferdinand’s mouth and a die-cut tin litho bee on his back. Ferdinand’s original rubber horns have broken off. The toy functions well and when wound, Ferdinand’s tail spins and propels him in a circle. The original box is in good condition with some interior flaps missing, but the printed imagery presents well.

Opening Bid: $50.00

646. A Set of (4) Snow White Postcards. (Disney, 1930’s) A collec tion of (4) postcards of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” (3) were produced in France, and (1) was printed in Canada. The cards measuring 5.5”x3.5” are in good to very good condition, with (1) French card exhibiting fading and scuffing, (1) with discreet spots of paper loss to the image; and the Canadian card used with one corner creased, and slight scuffing. Opening Bid: $25.00

rare painted composition figure of the matador from “Ferdinand the Bull.” Very few toys were made of this character. Standing 6” tall, the piece is in good condition with minor stress lines in paint and composition visible upon close inspection, but remaining bright and clean.

Opening Bid: $100.00

647. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Pencil Case by Dixon. (Dixon, 1930s) A Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs pencil case manufactured by Dixon. The exterior is decorated with imagery of Snow White and Prince Charming while the interior is covered with a patterned motif featuring Mickey, Pluto, Elmer Elephant and others. The pencil case is comprised of cardstock material with stapled construction, two drawers, and hinged lid with snap button fasteners. Measuring 9.75”x4.5”x2”, the box is in good condition with few creases and dents, and minor wear and tear to edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

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649. A Snow White Soap Boxed Set by Kerk Guild. (Kerk Guild, 1938) A Snow White Soap boxed set by Kerk Guild Bath Products. The box contains (6) soaps with labels of each Dwarfs and a seventh empty label for “Grumpy” who “wouldn’t take a bath so he gets no soap.” Measuring 2.5”x1.5”, each soap is packaged in original 2.75”x11” and 1.75” box. The soap is in fine unused condition while the box with hinged lid is in fair condition with spots of discoloration, scuffs, and wear throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

651. A Snow White & Dwarfs Soap Set by Lightfoot Schultz. (Lightfoot Schultz, 1938) A Snow White Soap boxed set by the Lightfoot Schultz Company of Fifth Avenue New York. The box contains (8) figural soaps modeled in Castile Soap, painted with harmless vegetable color, packaged in a story book-shaped box with product label “flyleaf.” Measuring 5.25” to 3”, each soap is packaged in original 12.75”x8.5” and 2” box. The soap is in very good to fine unused condition while the box with hinged lid is in fair condition with scuffs and wear to edges, corners, and throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

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648. A Ferdinand the Bull Bank by Crown. (Crown, 1938) A Ferdinand the Bull bank by Crown Toy Manufacturing. The bank features hand-painted plastic, with metal stopper and a cloth and wire flower. Measur- Dwarfs made in England in 1938 by famed toy soldier manufacturer Britains. Snow White stands 2.25” tall and each dwarf is about 1.75” tall. The figures show age and wear and have paint flaking throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

652. A Snow White & Dwarfs Soap Set by Lightfoot Schultz. (Lightfoot Scultz, 1938) A Snow White Soap boxed set by the Lightfoot Schultz Company of Fifth Avenue New York. The box contains (8) figural soaps modeled in Castile Soap, painted with harmless vegetable color, packaged in a story book-shaped box with product label “flyleaf.” Measuring 5.25” to 3”, each soap is packaged in original 12.75”x8.5” and 2” box. The soap is in very good to fine unused condition while the box with hinged lid is in fair condition with scuffs and wear to edges, corners, and throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

653. A Vintage Snow White Doll by Madame Alexander. (Madame Alexander, 1939) A vintage 1930s Snow White Doll by Madame Alexander. The composite doll has “sleep eyes” that open and close, human hair wig, and real and painted eyelashes. The doll also features moveable, jointed limbs. Measuring 12.5” tall, the doll is in good condition despite scuffs, spots of discoloration, and wear to the doll, and some soiling and wear to both the fabric and leatherette clothing. Opening Bid: $50.00

654. A Snow White’s Album by De Beukelaer of Belgium. (Disney/De Beukelaer, 1938) A collector’s album of (100) “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” trading cards produced by De Beukelaer Chocolate and Biscuits of Belgium. The cards were included in boxes of chocolate and biscuits and when placed in the proper order in the 20-page book, tell the story of Snow White. This storybook album is filled with an entire 100-card set, a rare find. Measuring 9.5”x13.5”, the album is in good condition, with typical wear from age, and spotting throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

655. A Pair of Snow White Jingle Club Member Buttons. (Disney, 1939) A pair of Snow White Jingle Club buttons. The Snow White Jingle Club was sponsored by businesses like bakeries and laundry services. One button retains a Kay Kamen & Walt Disney Productions copyright note paperback. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the buttons are in good condition with wear to paperback and spots of discoloration to the celluloid. Opening Bid: $50.00

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One of the milestone events of the Disney Studio was their move to their new location in Burbank in 1940. The new studio opened with a surge of animation to accompany it, as 1940 saw the theatrical releases of the feature films “Pinocchio” and “Fantasia.” The films were both critically acclaimed and enjoyed by the public, but the war overseas had cut off much of the distribution of the two films in Europe, and the result was a financial blow for the Studio. However, the innovation and appeal of both films created enough additional character merchandise and income for the studio to move forward, albeit cautiously. As the decade progressed, World War II would see the Disney Studio turn its efforts to the war effort, being kept afloat through government projects. As the 40s drew to a close, the Studio recovered quickly and began what would become the most prolific decades in their history.

656. An Early American Edition of Bambi by Felix Salten. (Salten/Grosset & Dunlap, 1929) The second English language edition of “Bambi” by Felix Salten. This followed the first American edition published by Simon and Schuster in 1928 under the title “Bambi: A Life in the Woods.” Measuring 1.5”x5.5”x8.25” the book is in fair condition, with typical wear from handling and age, and a name written on the first interior page. Opening Bid: $25.00

657. A Mickey and Donald in Boat Celluloid Toy. (Japan, 1940s) A Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck in rowboat celluloid toy. Made in Occupied Japan, the 6”x2.5” tall toy features two moveable arms on Donald (one holding an oar) and a moveable head. Although colors are slightly faded on Mickey and Donald, they still remain strong. the outside of the boat was most likely repainted at some time. A very good example of a very rare toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

658. “Running Mickey on Pluto” Celluloid Wind-Up Toy. (Masudaya, 1940s) A “Running Mickey on Pluto” celluloid wind-up toy. Measuring 3.25”wide, 6” long and 5.25” tall, the toy features a jointed celluloid figure Mickey Mouse seated on oversized celluloid Pluto, who has a large painted tin wheel between his front feet w/smaller painted tin wheels by his back feet. The larger wheel has a built-in key and when wound, the wheel turns, propelling the toy forward while Pluto and Mickey move up and down as if galloping. Made in Occupied Japan by Masudaya, the toy comes with the lid portion of the original box. The toy is in very good functioning condition with wear and minor scuffs to painted areas. Measuring 5.75”x5.75”, the box lid is in good condition despite slight warping and minor fading, wear, and spots of discoloration. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Marx Toys was founded in 1919 and began producing Disney Character toys in the late 1930s. They would continue well into the 1970s and are well known among collectors for their tin toys and Japan-made line of LIneMar character toys.

tin litho wind-up toy with built-in key. Produced by Marx Toys, it measures 2”x17”x17” tall including a 7” tall Pinocchio with jointed fiberboard legs. When wound, the base rocks back and forth as Pinocchio sways. The toy has typical aging with nicks and scratches throughout as well as bare metal showing around edges and corners. Overall, a very good example of this classic toy. Opening Bid: $100.00

660. A Walking Pinocchio Wind-Up Tin

(Marx, 1939) A Walking Pinocchio tin litho wind-up toy with box. When wound, Pinocchio waddles forward and his eyes move. Measuring 3”x8.75” tall, Pinocchio is in good working condition with some light scratches and scuffs. The 8.5”x3”x3” box is an original in good condition for its age, but with the top flaps and .5” graphics a reproduction carefully blended to match the original side panels. Opening Bid: $100.00

661. A Figaro Wind-Up Tin Toy with box. (Marx, 1939) A Figaro wind-up tin litho toy by Marx. When wound, Figaro scampers forward as his tail flips and turns him in a new direction. The 3”x5” toy is in very good working condition with light wear from use, and reproduction ears. The 2”x2.5”x5” box displays in good condition, with color shift from age, slight pencil and water marks, edge wear, and one end flap reproduced. Opening Bid: $50.00

662. A Jiminy Cricket Wooden Jointed Doll by Ideal. 1940s) A wooden jointed Jiminy Cricket doll by the Ideal Novelty and Toy Company. Measuring 8.5” tall, the doll is in good condition despite loose joints, scuffs, minor crazing, and scratches to painted areas, and soiling and wear to felt. Opening Bid: $50.00

663. A Pinocchio Wooden Figure. (George Borgfelt Co., 1940s) A Wooden fig ure of Pinocchio with cord arms distributed by the George Borgfeldt Co. Standing 4.75” tall, the figure is in very good condition with light wear and loose cords on arms. Opening Bid: $25.00

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664. A Rare Pinocchio Syroco Wall Lamp by Multi-Products. (Multi Products, 1940) An extremely rare Pinocchio wall sconce by Multi Products of Chicago. Multi Products released (3) Syroco plaques with images from the film “Pinocchio” when it was released in 1940, but this is the only known example where one has been adapted into a wall lamp. Curiously, the lamp shade is decorated with not just the same image as the plaque, but an exact illustration of the full plaque itself, including border and the nail hole it was designed to hang from. With no record of this product found, this seems either an extremely rare sample, perhaps even a prototype or show sample for an unreleased line of product. Measuring 6.5”x8.5”x12” high, the lamp is in very good condition with wear from use, and several tears to the back (undecorated) side of the shade that do not affect display. The lamp has not been tested for function. Opening Bid: $100.00

665. A Pinocchio Gillette Masks Premium Set. (Gillette, 1940)

A complete set of (5) Pinocchio themed paper masks given away as a premium by Gillette Blades. Still in their original envelope, the masks feature Pinocchio, Geppetto, Cleo, Figaro, and Jiminy. All are unused and in mint condition with their original rubber bands still attached. A perfect example of this very popular set. The envelope measures 10”x12” and is printed with suggested ideas for the masks. Each mask measures around 7”x10”. Opening Bid: $100.00

666. A Walt Disney Slotties & Box by Concora. (Concora, 1947)

A Walt Disney Slotties by Concora & Container Corporation of America. The educational and entertaining toy features (6) buildable paperboard sculpture figures of Mickey Mouse, Jose Carioca, Panchito, and other characters and comes complete in original box with directions in lid. Each 8”x8.75” unpunched card is in good condition with slight wear and minor tears to each. Measuring 9.25”x8.25”x.75”, the box is in good condition despite wear and tears throughout. Opening Bid: $100.00

667. A Disneylights “Fantasia” Display by Thomson-Houston. (Thomson-Houston, 1940s) A Mazda “Disneylights” Display by the British Thomson-Houston. The display contains (12) light covers featuring scenes inspired by Fantasia with a circuit of (12) patented “berry-beads” to hold lights in the correct position on the tree. Some of the scenes depicted include the “Bug Ballet” sequence that was cut before release of the final film. The vintage display box measures 16.25”x9.25” and 11.5” tall when opened and is in very good condition, with vibrant colors, wear, spots of discoloration throughout, and pencil annotation on bottom. The Mazda Lamps and covers are in good condition overall, with minor fading, yellowing, wear to lithographic imagery, one broken lamp cover, and several replacement bulbs. Opening Bid: $100.00

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668. A Rare Pair of Panchito & Pluto Lampshades by Railley. (Railley, 1940s) An extremely rare pair of lampshades featuring Panchito and Pluto with Pups by Railley Corporation. The lampshades were manufactured to complement character ceramic table lamp bases sculpted by Evan K. Shaw, Metlox, and American Pottery for the Railley Corporation. Measuring 6.5” tall and 9.5” at their widest diameter, the shades are in good overall condition exhibiting a 3.5” puncture to the Panchito shade, and scuffs, spots of discoloration, and wear to both.

Opening Bid: $25.00

670. A Walt Disney Studios 1940 Holiday Greeting Card. (Disney, 1940) A Walt Disney Studio Holiday Greeting Card given to the staff as well as friends of the studio. The artwork features a caroling cast of characters from completed films such as “Snow White”, “Pinocchio” and “Fantasia” as well as a sneak peek at characters from the upcoming films “The Reluctant Dragon” and “Bambi” (Both in production at the time). Measuring 22”x6” unfolded, the tri-fold card is in fine condition, exhibiting only light wear and color fading along original folds.

Opening Bid: $50.00

671. A Set of (4) Pinocchio, Dumbo & Jose Premium Buttons. (Disney, 1940s-50s) A collection of (4) promotional premium buttons featuring Pinocchio, Dumbo, and Jose Carioca. The Dumbo buttons were premiums for D-X Gasoline during 1941, while the Jose Carioca button was a premium for Donald Duck Peanut Butter during the 1950s. Measuring .75” to 1.25” in diameter, the buttons are in very good condition despite slight oxidation to spring pins, collets and shells, as well as minor yellowing and wear to paperbacks, celluloid, and shell. Opening Bid: $50.00

669. A Rare Australian Mickey Mouse Tin Box. (Australia, 1930s) A Rare Mickey Mouse tin box produced for the Australian market. The tin was released in Australia and is part of a series which included Minnie Mouse, Pluto, and Popeye the Sailorman and has a “W.D. Ent.” Copyright note. Measuring 5”x5.75”x1”, the tin is in good overall condition, despite oxidation, color fading, minor scuffs, and scratches to metal and patina. Opening Bid: $50.00

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The 3” long car features a celluloid Mickey head and an internal wind-up mechanism with built-in key. The toy comes with its original box illustrated on both sides with both the Mickey and Donald cars that were produced. The toy is in very good condition and functions when wound. Paint has expected wear and there are small cracks in Mickey’s ears and a small puncture in the rear of the head. The box is in good condition with two detached flaps on one side. Overall, the toy and box present very good. The metallic toy is in very good condition with oxidation to key and little wear to the painted areas. The original box measures 3”x1.75”2” and is in good condition, retaining a detached lid. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Mickey Race Car Tin Toy. 1940s) Mickey Race Car painted tin manufactured in Occupied Japan the 1940s.

In the 1950’s Disney expanded along new avenues that would inspire many toys. The animated features including Peter Pan and Sleeping Beauty were joined by new ventures like Disneyland, and live-action films such as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. At the same time, the enduring popularity of Mickey and the classic characters from early shorts and animated films was proven with new toys coming out featuring their familiar faces.

673. A Mechanical Walking Walt Disney’s Pinocchio Toy. (Linemar, 1950s) A wind-up, Mechanical Walking Walt Disney’s Pinocchio Toy manufactured by Linemar Toys of Japan. Measuring 3.5” at its widest and 5.5” tall, the toy is in good working order, with slight scuffs and wear from use. The original good condition

674. A Mechanical Walking Walt Disney’s Pinocchio Toy. (Linemar, 1950s) A wind-up, Mechanical Walking Walt Disney’s Pinocchio Toy manufactured by Linemar Toys of Japan. Measuring 3.5” at its widest and 5.5” tall, the toy is in good working order, with slight scuffs and wear from use. The original good condition box is included, exhibiting mild creases and wear to faces, edges, and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

675. A Walt Disney Television Car Toy by Marx. (Marx Toys, 1950s) A Walt Disney Television Car manufactured by Marx Toys. The tin-litho toy features imagery of Mickey, Goofy, Bambi, and Thumper and when the friction vehicle is rolled it creates a sparking effect within the television screen atop. Measuring 3”x7.5” and 2.5” tall, the toy is in very good working condition despite mild scuffs to painted areas. The toy comes with the original good condition box with minor wear to flaps, edges, and corners. Opening Bid: $200.00

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4.5”x2” tall and 2.75”x2” tall, both toys are modeled after Pluto. The larger Pluto is missing his tail. When pushed, his tongue moves in and out of his mouth. The toy rolls well and is in very good condition. The smaller Pluto features a rocking head but does not move well when pushed. Both toys have expected wear and soiling from age.

of 1950s tin-litho friction toys by LineMar.

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Mickey Toy features fabric pants and rubber ears. When wound, Mickey’s legs move as he rolls. The toy comes with its original box. The toy is in good condition with minor wear and scuffs to painted areas, mild oxidation, light soiling, and spots of discoloration to the fabric pants. The box is in good condition with wear to edges and

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A Pair of Pluto Tin Toys LineMar. 1950s) pair Measuring Opening Bid: $25.00 677. A Mickey Mouse the Unicyclist Wind-Up Toy by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) A tin-litho Mickey Mouse wind-up toy with a built-in key produced by LineMar in the The tall corners and two taped flaps. Opening Bid: $50.00

678. A Pluto Tricycle Wind-Up Toy by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) A Pluto on tricycle wind-up tin toy by LineMar of Japan. A tin litho tricycle and Pluto with a celluloid body, arms, and feet. Pluto pedals while the bike rolls forward and the bell rings and spins. Measuring 3.75” at its widest and 3.75” tall, the toy is in good working condition, despite a loose bell, oxidation to built-in key, crazing to painted areas, and light scuffs and wear from display and use. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Pluto with Cart by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) A tinlitho Walt Disney’s Friction Pluto with Cart manufactured in Japan by LineMar Toys. The 2.5”x8.5”x5.25” tall Pluto Toy features lithographic imagery on a tin cart, body, ears, and tongue with rubber tail. The mechanics are worn, buy the toy is in good condition with minor wear and scuffs to painted areas and aging to rubber. Opening Bid: $50.00

680. A Donald Duck on Motorcycle Tin Toy. (LineMar, 1950s) A Donald Duck on motorcycle tin lithograph friction toy. The toy was manufactured in two color palettes by LineMar of Japan. Measuring 3.25” tall, 3.75” long, and 1.25” wide, the toy displays in very good condition despite minor scuffs and slight wear to painted areas. The wheels turn easily, but the friction mechanism does not seem to work. Opening Bid: $50.00

681. Jiminy Cricket Wind-Up Tin Toy by Linemar. (LineMar, 1950s) A 5.25” tall tin litho wind-up toy of Jiminy Cricket from Disney’s “Pinocchio.” Produced by Linemar in the 1950s, the toy features a built-in key and interior mechanism. When wound Jiminy hops about. The toy is in very good condition with light wear and soiling. Jiminy is missing his rubber umbrella. Opening Bid: $50.00

682. A Mechanical Whirling Tail Donald Duck by LineMar. (Linemar, 1950s) A rare “Mechanical Whirling Tail Donald Duck” by Linemar. When the built-in key is turned, Donald’s tail whirls. Measuring 5.25” tall, the toy is in good working condition, with minor oxidation, surface scratches, and wear from use. Opening Bid: $50.00

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683. A Donald Duck LineMar Boxed Wind-Up Tricycle. (LineMAR, 1950s) A Walt Disney’s Mechanical Tricycle with Revolving Bell produced by LineMar in the 1950s. The toy features a celluloid Donald Duck and tin-lithographic tricycle and bell with a built-in key. When wound, Donald travels in a circle as the bell rings. Measuring 3.75” tall, the toy is in fine working condition. The original 4”x3.5”x2.5” box is colorfully illustrated with images of the three tricycles that LineMar produced. The box is in very good condition with an interior top flap missing. Opening Bid: $100.00

684. A Mechanical Pluto the Unicyclist Toy & Box by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s)

A tin-litho Mechanical Pluto the Unicyclist wind-up toy with a built-in key produced by LineMar in the 1950s. The 5.75” tall Pluto Toy features rubber ears and tail. When wound, Pluto’s legs move as he rolls. The toy comes with its original box. The toy is in good working condition with minor wear and scuffs to painted areas. The box is in good condition with discoloration to graphics, and creases and wear to edges and corners. Bid: $50.00

685. A Donald Duck & Nephew Friction

Tin Toy. (Linemar, 1960s) A Donald Duck and nephew friction tin toy by Linemar. When rolled backwards and released, Donald waddles forward quacking while pulling his nephew behind. Tested for function, the toy does work. Measuring 5”x6.5”x5” high, the toy is in good condition with spots of wear,

Donald hops in place. Measuring 6” tall with 30” cable, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from use and display, and light oxidation to the surface of the cable. Opening Bid: $50.00

686. A Mechanical Donald Duck Climbing Fireman by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) A tin-litho Mechanical Donald Duck Climbing Fireman and original box manufactured in Japan by LineMar Toys. When the built-in key is turned, Donald climbs the ladder, reaches the top, and slides down to the bottom. The 3.5”x6” and 13.5” tall Donald Toy features lithographic imagery on a stand, ladder, and figure. The toy is in good working condition with minor wear, scuffs, and scratches to painted areas from use. The original box is in good condition despite wear and tear to some edges and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Duck on tricycle wind-up tin toy. In tin litho with celluloid arms and feet, Donald pedals while the bike rolls forward and the bell rings and spins. Measuring 3.75”x3.75”, the toy is in very good condition, with light wear from display and use. Opening Bid: $50.00

689. A Rare Donald Duck Crazy Action Fire Truck by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) An extremely rare tin litho “Fire Chief Donald Duck With Crazy Action Fire Truck” by LineMar. The toy features imagery of Disney characters, a figure of Donald Duck with rubber hat, and built-in key. It will require servicing to function properly. Measuring 3.75”x5.75”x6.25” tall, the toy displays in good condition, with surface scratches and wear from use. Opening Bid: $100.00

690.

An extremely rare Mechanical Mickey Mouse on Scooter wind-up toy manufactured in Japan by LineMar. The tin-litho action toy features a built-in key, has been tested for function. Wheels turn and it works intermittently but needs servicing for proper operation. Measuring 3.5”x4.5” tall, the toy is in good condition, with a missing nose, scuffs, and wear to metallic and painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

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(Sutcliffe, 1954) A Nautilus Clockwork Submarine Toy by Sutcliffe. The mechanized toy was manufactured in England and both dives and surfaces. Measuring 10” long, the sub is in very good condition with only slight wear to glossy paint and decals and retaining its periscope with rubber stopper.

692. A Lady and The Tramp Moving Toy Clicker. (Unknown, 1950s) A charming tin litho toy clicker featuring Lady and Tramp. The 3.5”x3” toy has a clicker mechanism on the back. When squeezed, it makes a clicking sound as Lady and Tramp nod back and forth. In very good condition with light fading and soiling from age and Opening Bid: $50.00

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A Mechanical Mickey Mouse on Scooter Toy by LineMar. (LineMar, 1950s) Nautilus Submarine Sutcliffe.

The “official” Davy Crockett collectibles in this section are distinguished by the two elements that required a license to reproduce on product: the Disney name, and Fess Parker’s likeness. In the opening day parade for Disneyland on July 17, 1955, Fess Parker rode horseback right beside Walt Disney himself, underlining the importance of Fess Parker’s Crockett to Disney, and to Disneyland’s Frontierland. Fess Parker became so well known, maybe even typecast for his portrayal of Crockett, that Disney gave him special permission to wear the coonskin cap in a 1964 television series produced by 20th Century Fox. Although he portrayed Daniel Boone in this series, the distinction made little difference to audiences, with the series even being promoted with the tag line “The Legend Continues.”

693. A Collection of (3) Disney’s Davy Crockett Watches. (US Time, 1954) A collection of (3) Disney Davy Crockett watches, with one in the original box. The box opens to display the watch on a plastic powder horn, with Fess Parker’s likeness. The 1” diameter watches bear a colorful image of Crockett on the face. The 3.5”x2.75”x8” box is in good condition, with some fading and light wear from display and handling. The boxes interior including watch with price band and powder horn display are in fine condition. The two loose watches have been tested for function, with one ticking when wound and the other not. The watch on the powder horn does not tick when wound. Most likely, all three need servicing due to age. Opening Bid: $200.00

694. Disney’s Official Davy Crockett Frontier Wagon Set. (Modern Morestone, 1950s) A Disney Davy Crockett Frontier Wagondie-cast toy by Modern Morestone of England, with the original box. A team of (4) cast metal horses pulls the covered wagon and driver figure. The 8”x3” toy is in very good condition, with light wear from display, and some paint loss to the driver. The wagon cover is missing one of its metal supports. The 3.25”x8” box is in good condition, with wear from display, a discreet .5” tear on one side, and some typical wear and splitting to the tabs. Opening Bid: $100.00

A souvenir Davy Crockett powder horn toy from Frontierland, with original box. Made of plastic with a leather sleeve and cord string, the cap is labelled “Walt Disney Productions Frontierland.” The box identifies it as an official Davy Crockett powder horn, with an image of Fess Parker. Measuring 7.5”x4” with a 36” cord, the horn is in fine condition, with light wear mainly to the cord. The 2”x4.25”x8” box is in fine condition, with a few pencil and crayon marks, and light wear typical of age.

24.5” long, it is in fine condition, with light wear. The25.5”x12.5”x 2.5” original box in good condition with discoloration, creases, minor tears and wear throughout.

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The guitar features a wood body, plastic strings, and metal fingerboard. Measuring 24.5” long, it is in good condition, despite missing pick and minor scuffs and wear to leatherette parts of body. Opening Bid: $50.00

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695. A Davy Crockett Frontierland Powder Horn with Box. (Daisy, 1950s) Opening Bid: $50.00 696. A Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Guitar by Peter Puppet. (Peter Puppet Playthings, 1955) A Walt Disney’s Original Davy Crockett Guitar and original box by Peter Puppet Playthings, Inc. The guitar features a wood body, plastic strings, and metal fingerboard and comes with instructions. Measuring Opening Bid: $100.00 Puppet Playthings, 1955) Walt Disney’s Original Davy Crockett Guitar by Peter Puppet Playthings, Inc.

698. An Official Davy Crockett Frontier Rifle & Box by Marx. (Marx, 1955) An Official Davy Crockett Frontier Rifle & Slipcase Box by Louis Marx & Company of New York. The 50-shot repeating cap rifle toy features a hard plastic body, metal components and imagery of Fess Parker as Davy Crockett. Measuring 34” long, the piece displays in very good condition, with only slight wear. The box is in good condition with a few creases and slight wear to faces, edges, and corners. Opening Bid: $100.00

699. Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Auto-Magic Picture Gun. (Stephens Products Co., 1955) A Davy Crockett Auto-Magic Picture Gun projector with the original box. This metal gun-shaped toy opens vertically on hinges to reveal a battery compartment, a track for film strips, a light bulb, and an adjustable magnifying lens “muzzle.” Pressing the trigger advances the film frame and activates the light bulb. It retains its original Davy Crockett-themed box with a form fitted cardboard insert for storing the gun and box of film. The original instructions are present. The Picture Gun measures 6”x1” and 3.5” tall and displays in very good condition, though non-functional. The box measures 6.5”x9.25” and 3” deep. It exhibits some darkening, soiling, a 1” tear along one edge, and general wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

700. Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Indian Craft Set. (Pressman Toy Corp., 1950’s) A Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Indian Craft Kit. The set included red and blue felted cardboard printed with images of Crockett icons, and plastic lacing, with instructions to assemble a comb case, pouch, key ring, (2) bags, and a wristband. All projects appear to be included, assembled, with the exception of the key ring. Also included are instructions with Fess Parker photo on the front, wooden punching stylus, and spare project decorations and trimming. The 10.5”x16”x1”box displays in good condition with typical wear from age and handling, with (3) splits each to top and bottom edges, although holding shape well. Note the “leather” projects are very fragile, and though some are folded or twisted, will disintegrate if not handled carefully. Opening Bid: $50.00

Crockett Wagon Train toy by Marx. A hard plastic wind-up stagecoach pulls (3) tin litho cars with Davy Crockett themes. Measuring 14”x3” tall, the wagon train is in very fine condition, and runs when wound although slower than intended. The 2.5”x3”x14.5” box is in very good condition, with slight warping, fading on two sides, and wear from display and handling, including typical splitting at tabs, and a 2.5” tear that bridges two sides. Opening Bid: $100.00

lunchbox with Disney’s Davy Crockett on one side and a non-Disney image of Kit Carson on the other, violating their agreement with Disney and causing them to lose their license with Disney. Measuring 8.75”x6.75”x3.75”, the lunchbox is in fine condition exhibiting clean and vibrant lithographic imagery and only the slightest edge wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

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1950s) A Disney Davy 702. A Frontierland Davy Crockett & Kit Carson Lunchbox. (Adco, 1955) A Frontierland lunchbox featuring both Davy Crockett and Kit Carson by Adco Liberty. Adco this

Gulch Davy Crockett Western Prairie Wagon by Adco-Liberty Manufacturing Corp. The small-scale tin litho wagon features imagery of Fess Parker as Davy Crockett, but does not come with its cloth and wire Conestoga cover. Measuring 7” wide, 16.5” long, and 6.5” tall, the wagon is in good condition despite mild oxidation, scuffs, scratches, and wear to sev-

704. Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Western Prairie Wagon. (Adco-Liberty, 1950s) A tin litho Davy Crockett child-size wagon produced by Adco-Liberty Mfc. Corp. in the 1950s. The wagon features Fess Parker as Crockett beside western illustrations on either side. Measuring 8”x6.5”x17” with a 14.75” handle, the wagon is in very good condition with bright glossy paint, despite light wear from use and surface oxidation to exposed areas. It is missing the covered wagon canopy that it originally came with. Opening Bid: $50.00

705. A Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case. (Disney, 1950s) A Disney Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case. Featuring an image of Fess Parker as the frontier hero, this case notably includes the composition book, ruler, pencil sharpener, and (3) “Crockett” labelled pencils typically absent or replaced from this set. Measuring 8.5”x6.5”, the case is in fine condition, with light spotting from age. The contents are in very fine condition, with the (2) pencil’s erasers showing degradation from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

706. Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case. (Hassenfeld, 1950s) A Walt Disney’s Official Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case by Hassenfeld Bros. The box with hinged lid features a snap fastener, colorful image of Fess Parker, and comes with one original and unused 7.5” Davy Crockett – King of The Frontierland pencil. Measuring 8.75”x4.75”x1.5”, the cardboard pencil case is in good condition, despite missing interior divider tray, minor creases, and wear to edges, corners, and along folds. Opening Bid: $25.00

707. An Official Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case. (Disney, 1950s) A Disney Davy Crockett Frontierland Pencil Case. Featuring an image of Fess Parker as the frontier hero, this case notably includes the composition book, and unopened cellophane bag containing (1) pencil sharpener, (1) ruler, (3) colored pencils, and (3) “Crockett” labelled pencils all often absent or replaced for this item. Measuring 8.5”x6.5”, the case is in fine condition, with light wear from age. The contents are in very fine condition, with the (2) pencil’s erasers showing degradation from age, and a small pencil mark on the cover of the composition book. Opening Bid: $100.00

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708. A Davy Crockett Golden Era Certificate by Texan. (Texan Unlimited, 1950s) A Davy Crockett “Golden Era Certificate.” Notes like this were offered for sale in Frontierland during the early years of Disneyland. Measuring 13.25”x5.5”, the novelty piece is in good condition, despite creases, spots of discoloration, and wear throughout.

709. A Disney’s Davy Crockett Children’s Costume. (Disney, 1950s) A Fess Parker Davy Crockett children’s costume. Labeled a size “8”, the cloth pants and jacket feature an elastic waistband, vinyl fringe and shirt lace, and Fess Parker’s likeness. The costume appears unworn, in very fine condition, with light staining acquired during storage. Opening Bid: $50.00

710. Set of (3) Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett Tin Trays. (Disney, 1950s) A collection of (3) Davy Crockett trays. The epitome of TV trays from the 1950s, these are decorated with scenes from Crockett’s adventures. Measuring from 10.5”x14” to 17”x12.5”, the smaller orange tray is in good condition with wear and oxidation mostly to the edges. The two larger trays are in fine to very fine condition, with fighting image tray showing a very slight dent in the center bottom as viewed. Opening Bid: $50.00

711. A Davy Crockett Cufflink & Tie Bar Set. (Disney, 1950s) A Davy Crockett Cufflink & Tie Bar Set. The metallic accessory set contains miniature images of Fess Parker as Davy Crockett on the original product card. Measuring 1.25”x1” and 1.75”x1.25”, each piece is in very good condition despite minor tarnish and wear from age and use, while the original 3.5”x3.25” card is in good condition with few creases and wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

712. A Disney Davy Crockett Coloring Book. (Whitman, 1955) A Disney Davy Crockett coloring book. This example includes the full cut-out coonskin cap intact on the back cover. Measuring 8.5”x11”, the book is in good condition, with several pages colored, light wear from age, and some white spotting to the cover. Opening Bid: $25.00

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713. Collection of (9) Disney’s Davy Crockett Wallets. (Disney, 1950s) A collection of (7) Coonskin Cap and (2) Indian Fighter Davy Crockett wallets from Disney, with (2) boxes. The Coonskin Cap wallets have faux fur appliques for the caps. Measuring 4.5”x3.25”, the wallets are in good to very good condition, with one Indian Fighter in fine unused condition. The 5”x4” boxes are in good condition, with spotting, wear, and some paper lift from removed labels. Opening Bid:

714. Pair of Disney’s Davy Crockett Wallets with (3) Boxes. (Disney, 1950s) A pair of Indian Fighter Davy Crockett wallets by Disney, with (3) boxes. Measuring 4.5”x3.25”, the wallets are in good to very good condition, with one exhibiting spotting from storage and age. The 5”x4” boxes are in good condition, with spotting, scuffs, some edge wear, and (1) exhibiting color fading. Opening Bid: $50.00

715. A Pair of Davy Crockett Wallets & Pencils. (Disney/ Unknown, 1950s) A pair of Davy Crockett wallets & pencils. One wallet is composed of synthetic material and was manufactured for Walt Disney Productions, while the other has been crafted of saddle pigskin leather. The pencils were produced by an unknown manufacturer. Measuring 3.25”x4.25” and 3.25”x4.5”, the wallets are in good condition despite scuffs and minor wear to threads, painted imagery, and synthetic accents. Measuring 7.5” long, each pencil is in very good unused condition with few mild scuffs. Opening Bid: $25.00

716. A Davy Crockett Suitcase. (Neevel, 1950s) A rare Disney’s Davy Crockett suitcase. The green case is emblazoned with a deep yellow image of Crockett, with fuzzy-textured red and black accents. Measuring 12”x10”x6”, the suitcase is in very good condition, with typical light wear, very slight staining to the interior, and one bare spot 2.5” long from an applied then removed piece of tape. Opening Bid: $50.00

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717. A Collection of (5) Davy Crockett Buttons. (Disney/Various, 1950s) A collection of Davy Crockett buttons including ribbons and pendants. (1) is a licensed Disney button, while the rest show generic/ public domain Crocketts. Measuring between 1” and 3” the buttons are overall in very good to fine condition, with only the 1” Indian Scout showing spots of wear and oxidation on front. The barrel of one pistol pendant is broken. Opening Bid: $50.00

718. A Pair of Promotional Donald & Zorro Buttons. (Hi-Grade/7 Up, 1950s) A rare pair of buttons advertising Donald Duck Ducky Dubble Ice Cream and the 7 Up & Zorro promotion. Measuring 1.25” in diameter, the buttons are in good condition despite oxidation to the Donald shell, and discoloration and fading, few scuffs, and minor wear to celluloid of both. Opening Bid: $50.00

719. A Donald Duck Chocolate Syrup Can by Atlantic. (Atlantic, 1950s) A Donald Duck Finest Chocolate Flavor Syrup can by Atlantic Syrup Refining Corp. The can’s lid has been modified with a slit and was used as a coin bank. Measuring 2.75” in diameter and 4.5” tall, the can is in good condition, despite a few dents, minor oxidation, spots of discoloration and scuffs to lithographic areas.

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Opening Bid: $25.00 720. A Donald Duck Coffee Can by Goyer. (Goyer, 1950s) A Donald Duck Coffee Free Sample can by Goyer Company of Greenville, Mississippi. The can’s lid has been modified with a slit and was used as a coin bank. Measuring the can Bid: $25.00 721. A Donald Duck Orange Juice Can by Florida Orange. (F.C.C.C., 1940s-50s) A Donald Duck Frozen Florida Orange Juice Can by Florida Citrus Canners Cooperative. Measuring 4” tall, the can displays in good condition with of discoloration slight wear to graphic and interior metallic areas from age. Opening Bid: $25.00

By the 1960’s plastic was the standard material for most toys produced for the American market. Still, Marx and other companies continued to produced some wooden or tin toys with a classic feel to them.

722. Pinocchio on Monstro Marx Toy. (Marx, 1960’s) A very rare Marx friction toy of Pinocchio riding Monstro the Whale. Measuring 4.5”x2.5”x2.75” high, the toy is in fine and functioning condition, with very slight surface wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

723. Pair of Disney Happy Birthday Record Cards by Columbia. (Disney/ Columbia, 1960s) A pair of Disney Birthday Record Cards by Columbia. The cards feature colorful artwork and recordings of authentic Disney voices of Tinker Bell, Snow White, and more. Measuring 6”x6”, the cards with unpunched 33 1/3 rpm records are in very good condition, exhibiting the slightest wear to the spines, and slight markings to the top edge of the Tinker Bell card front. Opening

724. A Disneyland Jeep Tin Toy by Marx. (Marx, 1960s) A tin-litho “Disneyland Jeep” manufactured in Japan by the Louis-Marx Toy Company. The 5”x9.5”x4.75” tall toy features lithographic imagery of Mickey, Goofy, Donald, Pluto, and Jiminy Cricket. The toy is in good condition despite wear to axles from use, few dents, oxidation throughout, minor wear, and scuffs and scratches to painted and printed areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

726. A “Walt Disney’s School Bus” Lunch Box. (Aladdin, 1961)

A “Walt Disney’s School Bus” Lunch Box manufactured by Aladdin Industries. The tin lunch box features 16 popular Disney characters aboard a school bus in a colorful lithographic display. Measuring 9” in length and 6.5”x4”, the lunch box is in fair used condition with fading to colors fading, scratches, and much oxidation throughout from use. Opening Bid: $25.00

curves forward and backwards as Donald’s head bounces. Measuring 6”x6”, the tin litho toy functions well, displaying in fair condition with oxidation, wear, and soiling overall. Opening Bid: $100.00

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727. A Ludwig Von Drake Wind-Up Tin Toy. (LineMar, 1961) A Ludwig Von Drake walking tin toy by LineMar. When wound, Ludwig walks forward, waving his pointer. Measuring 6”x3”, the toy is in good working condition, with noticeable wear to his hair.

Opening Bid: $50.00

728. A Collection of (4) Disney Music Boxes by ANRI. (ANRI, 1970s) A Collection of (4) Disney Music Boxes by ANRI of Italy. The hand-painted wooden music boxes feature sculpted figures of Mickey, Donald, Pinocchio, and Snow White. Each box features one song, “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head,” “Love Story,” “Someday My Prince Will Come,” and “Give a Little Whistle” performed by Reuger mechanics with Swiss Musical Movement. Measuring 5” to 6.25” tall and 5.25” in diameter, the musical art sculptures are in good condition, despite dust, scuffs, and wear to painted areas. The function has been tested and each piece requires servicing. Opening Bid: $100.00

729. Babes in Toyland Disneyland Mittens & Display by Wells. (Wells Lamont, 1960s) A set of (4) Disneyland Mittens with display box, manufactured by Wells Lamont Corporation of Chicago. The box features interior slots for product display, with large product label over a colorful Disney character motif. Each mitten features a “Babes in Toyland” clown face and measures a size “00,” and is in good to fair condition, with original labels, minor wear, and soiling to some fabric. Measuring 6.75”x11”x3.5”, the box is in fair condition despite spots of discoloration, fading to colors, creases, and wear throughout lid, sides, edges and corners. Opening Bid: $50.00

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dating to “The New Mickey Mouse Club” which aired in 1977. Measuring 8.5”x11”, the unused certificates range from (2) in very good condition with slight chipping to the top edge, to (1) in good condition with more chipping evident, and (1) in poor condition with much chipping overall. Opening Bid: $50.00

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(4) Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeer Certificates. (Disney, 1977) (4) Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeer Certificates,

Disney’s long history with ceramics began with the mass-produced George Borgfeldt licensed product made in Japan, and the nearly-artisan products of the California Potters Disney partnered with in the 1930’s. Included here are unique and unusual interpretations of Mickey and Friends, and the most coveted of all Disney collectible figurines.

732. A Rare Set of French Mickey Mouse Plates. (1920’s-1930’s) A collection of (5) Mouse character plates. Labeled “Mikey” on the back, these appear to be unlicensed Mickey Mouse plates produced in Japan for a French marketplace. Even more unusual, they display somewhat bleak images of “prison”, “oversight”, “liberty”, and a fourth indecipherable slogan. The (4) different images suggest conflict and wartime, with (2) plates included with the liberty design. Measuring 8” in diameter, the plates are in very good condition, with some discoloration and wear from age. Opening Bid: $200.00

733. An Extremely Rare Japanese Mickey Mouse & Cat Teapot. (Japan, 1930s) An extremely rare and unique Mickey Mouse teapot manufactured in Japan during the 1930s. Few are known to exist, and the origins are unknown. Measuring 6.75”x6.5” tall, the teapot is in very good condition, exhibiting a slight crazing to the lid, minor scuffs and chips to painted and glazed areas and wear from age and use. Opening

734. A Rare German Mickey Mouse Ceramic Box. (Germany, 1930s) A rare ceramic trinket & jewelry box in the shape of Mickey Mouse atop a chest, manufactured in Germany. The lid features Mickey Mouse with green shoes, while the bottom of the box reads “Germany” with a production number “9984.” Measuring 3”x2.25” and 3.75” tall, the box is in fine condition with little wear to exterior patina or interior. Opening Bid: $50.00

produced by an unknown manufacturer. The two figures are similar to other ceramic and bisque figures produced in Japan, but have a brighter, mirror-like, translucent quality, and glossier patina. Measuring 2.5” to 3”, the figures are in very good condition despite dust, light scuffs, and little wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

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736. A Chalkware Mickey Mouse Ashtray. (1930’s) An unlicensed carnival chalkware Mickey Mouse ashtray. In the 1930’s, traveling carnival prizes were cheaply produced and generally unlicensed. This Mickey Mouse ashtray appears to be patterned on a toothbrush holder. Measuring 4.5”x5”x6” high, the piece is in very good condition, with small chips and wear from use, and was fully repainted at a later date. Opening Bid: $50.00

737. A Mickey and Minnie Mouse Chalk ware Ashtray. (1930s) An unusual painted chalkware Ashtray featuring Mickey and Min nie Mouse. Most likely not a mass-produced item (nor a licensed one), the piece measures 4”x4”x5.5” tall. It is in very good condition and still retains the original paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

738. A Mickey Mouse Fireman Cup by Salem China. (Salem, 1930s) An extremely rare Mickey Mouse Fireman mug by Salem China. Measuring 4.25” at its widest diameter and 3.25” tall, the cup is in good overall

739. A Rare Mickey Mouse Candle NightLight by Crown. (Crown Devon, 1930s) A rare 2.5”x5.5”x4.5” tall ceramic figure of Mickey sleeping in a chair used as a candle night-light. The ceramic was produced by Crown Devon, an English company that produced a few very rare Mickey Figural items. The ceramic has a recessed area in front of Mickey for holding a votive style candle, and comes with the original unused candle. The candle is wrapped in stiff wax paper with images of Mickey, Donald and Pluto. The ceramic is in very good condition and has chipping in the paint along the bottom and on the back of Mick ey’s chair. A rare and unusual piece. Opening Bid: $300.00

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740. Pair of Mickey and Minnie China Jam Jars. (1930s) A pair of extremely scarce 4.5” tall Mickey and Minnie figures attached to the front of jam jars done in the style of the famous Maw of London (known for their superb Disney character toothbrush holders). The underside of both have incised “Made In Japan” as well as “Special Permission--Walt Disney Enterprises--Reg’d No. 14755” stamps. Both have their original lids (very rare), but the top of Mickey’s lid has been fitted with a wooden replacement knob. Both are in very good condition with wear and soiling, but no chipping or breaks. Opening Bid: $100.00

741. An Unusual Mickey Mouse Juicer. (1930s) A painted glazed ceramic juicer with a Mickey Mouse figural handle. Measuring 6”x2.25” tall, the juicer has an incised “C123” along the edge. In very good condition with light wear and soiling. Opening Bid: $50.00

742. An Unusual Mickey Mouse French Ceramic Bank. (Faiencerie d’ Onnaing, 1930s) An extremely rare 6” tall ceramic bank made in France by Faiencerie d’ Onnaing in the 1930s as part of a series that included Pluto and Horace Horsecollar. Mickey is in very good condition with excellent paint and no cracking or crazing. The company name along with “Made In France” is on the underside. A great example of a very rare piece. Opening Bid: $200.00

743. A Pair of Ceramic Donald Duck Planters. (Japan, 1930s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic small Donald Duck Planters. Made in Japan in the 1930s, they stand 3.5” tall and feature Donald attached to 1.75” diameter planter. Both are in good condition with wear to the paint and some crazing to the glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

744. A Donald Duck Figural Bank By Crown. (Crown, 1938) A 4”x4”x6” tall composition Donald Duck bank by Crown. Donald has a moveable head, and the bank features a metal base with a locking panel. The lock is missing the key. The bank is in good condition exhibiting slight crazing and cracking to painted areas and wear from age and use.

Opening Bid: $50.00

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In the early 1930’s, Rosenthal of Bavaria produced what many consider to be the finest Mickey and Minnie Mouse figurines ever known. Based on the earliest Mickey Mouse model sheets, Rosenthal’s distinctive bone white china lent itself aptly to depictions of the monochrome mice.

745. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse playing a banjo produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930’s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #554 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark under the base. In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

746. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.5” tall. This is #652 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark under the base. In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

747. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #549 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

748. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse playing a saxophone produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #553 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark under the base. In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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749. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #552 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

750. Rare Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse kicking a soccer ball produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #567 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

751. Rare Minnie Mouse Porcelain Figure By Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of MInnie Mouse with a compact produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse figurines ever produced. Minnie stands 3.25” tall. This is #655 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

752. A Rare Minnie Mouse Porcelain Figure by Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Minnie Mouse produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930s. Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States are considered to be the finest of the Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse figurines ever produced. Minnie stands 3.25” tall. This is #556 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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753. A Rare Porcelain Mickey Mouse by Rosenthal. (Rosenthal, 1932) An extremely rare porcelain figure of Mickey Mouse produced by Rosenthal of Bavaria in the 1930’s. All Rosenthal figures are rare as they were never distributed in the United States. They are considered to be the finest Mickey figurines ever produced. Mickey stands 3.25” tall. This is #551 in the series and has the Rosenthal company mark and the original “Mickey Maus” sticker under the base. The sticker translates to “Mickey Mouse Brings Luck To Your House.” In very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

London, 1930s) A rare porcelain Mickey Mouse Toothbrush holder produced in the 1930s by Maw of London. The 4” tall figure is in fine condition with bright colors, light soiling and no flaws. Marked on the underside with Disney copyright. Opening Bid: $100.00

755. A Minnie Mouse Porcelain Toothbrush Holder. (Maw of London, 1930s) A rare porcelain Minnie Mouse Toothbrush holder produced in the 1930s by Maw of London. The 4” tall figure is in fine condition with bright colors, light soiling and no flaws. Marked on the underside with Disney copyright. Opening Bid: $200.00

756. A Rare Donald Duck Porcelain Toothbrush Holder. (Maw of London, 1930s) An extremely rare porcelain Donald Duck Toothbrush holder produced in the 1930s by Maw of London. The 4” tall figure is in fine condition with bright colors, light soiling and no flaws. Marked on the underside with Disney copyright. Opening Bid: $200.00

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757. A Pair of Toby Tortoise China Toothbrush Holders. (Maw & Sons, 1936) A charming pair of Toby Tortoise toothbrush holders produced by Maw & Sons of England in 1936. The china holders stand 4” tall and both are in fine condition with light soiling and wear from age. Opening Bid: $100.00

758. A Rare Geppetto China Toothbrush Holder by Maw. (Maw, 1940s) A Rare Geppetto china toothbrush holder by Maw of London. The figural holder features vibrant hand-painted colors and stands 3.5” tall. The holder is in very good condition with only minor wear. Maw produced an exceptional series of Disney toothbrush holders, and this particular piece is rarely seen. Opening Bid: $100.00

759. A Rare German Ceramic Mickey Mouse & Egg Figure. (Germany, 1930s) A rare, glazed ceramic Mickey Mouse & Egg Figure most likely manufactured in Germany in the 1930s. Measuring 5” in diameter at its widest and 4.5” tall, the vase/planter is in good condition, with few spots of discoloration and wear to painted areas. Opening Bid: $50.00

760. Mickey Mouse China Egg Timer. (Germany, 1930s) A 2.75” tall china egg timer produced in Germany in the 1930s. Mickey is in very good condition with original paint and egg timer looks to be original and still works well. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Wade Heath & Co. Ceramics was established in 1867 under the name John Wade & Co., one of several ceramic companies founded and run by the Wade family in England. As an early licensee of Disney, they produced distinctive tableware inspired by popular Disney titles of the 1930’s such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and The Three Little Pigs.

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by Wade Heath. (Wade Heath, 1930s) A rare glazed ceramic pitcher themed to the 1933 animated short “The Three Little Pigs” produced by Wade Heath of England. With the Big Bad Wolf molded as a figural handle, the jug depicts Fiddler, Fifer, and Practical Pig and stands 10.25” tall. When wound on the bottom, it plays “Who’s Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf?” while lifted. The pitcher is in fine condition, with light crazing and minor wear typical of age. The musical element plays very slowly and needs service.

(Wade Heath, 1938) A near complete set of 15 different pieces from the extensive Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs set made by Wade Heath of England in 1938. Sculpted and designed by artist Jesse Van Halen, each piece is beautifully painted glazed ceramic with high relief designs related to the feature. Sizes range from 2.5” to 7.5” tall and included in the set are a covered dish shaped like the dwarfs’ cottage, two small cups with forest animals, two lidded condiment jars and plate, a lidded dish with a Dopey handle, a small lidded dish with forest animals, two cream pitchers, a teapot, a large pitcher, and (3) 9” plates. All are in fine condition with light wear and no flaws. Opening Bid: $400.00

tall and the dwarfs range between 3.5” and 4” tall. Each figurine has the company mark and character name on the underside. All are in fine condition with only slight fading and soiling from age. Opening Bid: $400.00

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A Three Little Pigs Musical Pitcher Wade Heath 15-Piece White Tea Set. 763. A Rare Wade Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Ceramic Set. (Wade, 1938) An extremely rare set of painted glazed ceramic figurines featuring Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Produced by Wade of England, Snow White stands 6.5”

764. A Snow White Ceramic Figurine by Wade of England. (Wade, 1938) A Snow White painted glazed ceramic figurine by Wade of England. Measuring 5”x6.5” tall, the figurine is in good condition with mild fading to color, slight chips and wear to painted areas, and light crazing throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

765. Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Musical Pitcher. (Wade Heath, 1930s) A glazed ceramic pitcher themed to “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” When wound on the bottom, it plays “Whistle While You Work” when lifted. Measuring 8”x9” tall, the pitcher is in

and Creamer produced by Wade Heath of England in the 1930s. The teapot measures 5.5”x4” tall and the creamer measures 5”x3.5” tall. Both are in very good condition, but the creamer is missing its lid and has “Dixon” written on the rear. Both have the Wade Heath stamp and copyright on the bottom. Opening Bid: $50.00

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ode Studios. (La Mode/Doris, 1938) A solid painted plaster Dopey Lamp by La Mode Studios & Doris Lamp Shades. The figural lamp is 9.25” tall and features a standing Dopey while the 6” tall matching lamp shade depicts Dopey blowing bubbles. The lamp has not been tested for function as it would need to be rewired. It is very hard to find this lamp with the correct matching shade. In very good condition with oxidation to metal and few mild creases to shade, and minor chips, dust soiling, and wear to threaded cord and painted areas of lamp. Opening Bid: $100.00

768. A Pair of Ferdinand the Bull Salt & Pepper Shakers. (Japan, 1930s) A pair of Ferdinand the Bull salt and pepper shakers. The pair of hand-painted ceramic shakers were manufactured in Japan. Measuring 1.75”x2.25” tall, the shakers are in good condition despite light wear and crazing to glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

769. A Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Figurine. (de Lee Art, 1938) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Ferdinand the Bull by de Lee Art Company of Los Angeles. While de Lee did not hold a license from Disney, it’s clear the character was inspired by Ferdinand the Bull and is dated 1938, the same year Disney’s Academy Award winning short was released. Measuring 5.25” tall, the figure is in very good condition, with crazing throughout and slight color fade to yellow flowers from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Figure. (de Lee Art, 1938) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Ferdinand the Bull by de Lee Art Company of Los Angeles. While de Lee did not hold a license from Disney, it’s clear the character was inspired by Ferdinand the Bull and is dated 1938, the same year Disney’s Academy Award winning short was released. Measuring 5.25” tall, the figure is in very good condition, with crazing, and a tiny chip to a base flower that appears to be an original flaw. Opening Bid: $50.00

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of Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Figurines. (Japan, 1938) A pair of Ferdinand the Bull hand-painted glazed ceramic figurines manufactured in Japan. Measuring 3” tall, the figures are in good condition despite a few minor chips and wear to paint. Opening Bid: $50.00

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A Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Pair

772. A Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Figurine. (de Lee Art, 1938) An unlicensed painted glazed figurine of Ferdinand the Bull by de Lee Art Company of Los Angeles. This smaller figure of a bull wearing a flower wreath bears a 1938 stamp with a “de Lee Art” copyright. Measuring 4.25” tall, the figure is in fine condition, with very light crazing. Opening Bid: $50.00

773. Ferdinand the Bull Salt & Pepper Shakers. (1930s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic Ferdinand the Bull salt and pepper shakers. Measuring 3” tall, the shakers are in fine condition, with light crazing to the salt shaker, and cork stoppers missing. Opening Bid: $50.00

774. A Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Planter. (Japan, 1940s) A painted glazed figural ceramic planter of young Ferdinand, inspired by Disney’s “Ferdinand the Bull” animated short released in 1938. This piece is stamped as being produced in Occupied Japan, which dates it to between 1945 and 1951. Measuring 2.5”x5.5”x4.5” high, the piece is in very good condition, with crazing, and some wear from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

(Japan, 1930s) A painted glazed ceramic planter of young Ferdinand, inspired by Disney’s “Ferdinand the Bull” animated short released in 1938. Measuring 3”x6.25”x5.5” tall, the planter is in very good condition with crazing, and some wear from display. Opening Bid: $50.00

776. A Ferdinand the Bull Ceramic Figure. (1930’s) A ceramic figure of Ferdinand the Bull. While this bears a strong resemblance to de Lee Art figures, it does not bear their copyright stamp on the bottom, and slight differences suggest this is an imitator. Measuring 4” tall, the figure is in very good condition with light crazing. Opening Bid: $50.00

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In 1926, Durlin Brayton bought a small kiln and built a small ceramic workshop at his home in Laguna Beach, California. Selling the distinctive colorful tableware he produced in his front yard, he found they were much in demand, and expanded to full production in 1927. After branching into decorative figurines, Brayton Laguna Pottery became the first California ceramic company to produce authorized Disney ceramics using their standard colors and glazes in 1938.

777. A Pair of Rare “Ferdinand the Bull” Figurines. (Brayton Laguna, 1930s) A rare pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Ferdinand the Bull and his mother from the 1938 Silly Symphony, “Ferdinand the Bull.” Manufactured by Brayton-Laguna, Ferdinand measures 8.5”x8.25” tall and his mother measures 10”x5.75” tall. Both are in very good condition for their age, with vibrant colors and light crazing to glaze throughout. Opening Bid: $300.00

778. A Brayton-Laguna Ferdinand the Bull Toreador Figurine. (Brayton-Laguna, 1938) A rare large painted glazed ceramic figurine of a toreador riding a swayback horse from Disney’s “Ferdinand the Bull.” Produced by Brayton Laguna Pottery in 1938, the figure is modeled after animator Bill Tytla. Measuring 5”x12”x11” high, this piece is in very fine condition, with spots of very fine crazing only visible on close inspection, and a .25” chip of paint missing from the very top of the hat’s pom. Opening Bid: $300.00

779. A One-Of-A-Kind

Laguna Ferdinand the Bull. (Brayton Laguna, 1938) A very unusual and unlisted small-size Ferdinand the Bull ceramic figure by Brayton Laguna. The company made a small size version of Ferdinand similar to this 2.5”x4.5”x3.75” tall piece. This piece is believed to be a personalized version for or by a Brayton employee and done as a bud vase with an opening at the shoulders. This is the only example of this piece we have ever seen, and it is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

780. A Snow White Ceramic Deer by Brayton Laguna Pottery. (Brayton Laguna, 1938) A beautiful painted glazed ceramic baby deer produced as part of a set of figurines from Walt Disney’s Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs, by Brayton Laguna Pottery. The deer measures 4.5”x6.5” tall and is in good condition with a visible crack around the neck where the head has been repaired. Opening Bid: $25.00

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782. A Brayton Laguna Foulfellow & Gideon Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1940) Among the rarest and most impressive of the Pinocchio Figurines by Brayton Laguna is this 8.25”x7.25” tall beautifully painted and glazed Foulfellow and Gideon. Brayton produced individual figurines of both characters but this large one of them together rarely shows up for sale. The figurine is in fine condition with good gloss and no flaws. It is the best example of this piece that we have seen. Opening Bid: $700.00

781. The Coachman from Pinocchio Ceramic Cookie (Brayton Laguna Pottery, 1939) A rare painted glazed ceramic figural cookie jar of the villainous coachman from “Pinocchio.” Made by Brayton Laguna Pottery in conjunction with the original release of the film, they only held the license for six months, so the production run was very short. Measuring 8”x8.75” tall, the jar is in very good condition with light wear from age. Opening Bid: $700.00

783. A Brayton Laguna Foulfellow Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1939) An exceptional glazed ceramic figurine of Foulfellow produced by Brayton Laguna in 1939. The piece measures 3.5”x6”x6.25” tall and is in fine condition. The glaze is excellent and there is very light crazing in the white painted areas. Overall, it is an excellent example of this rare and charming figure. Opening Bid: $300.00

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784. Brayton Laguna Gepetto & Pinocchio Ceramic Figurines. (Brayton Laguna, 1939) A beautiful pair of painted and glazed ceramic figurines produced by Brayton Laguna in 1939. Pinocchio sits 4” tall while Geppetto is 5.25” tall. Both are in fine condition with light soiling, but good gloss and no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $300.00

785. A Pair of Rare Brayton Laguna Pinocchio Figurines. (Brayton Laguna, 1940s) A pair of very rare Brayton Laguna glazed ceramic figurines based on Walt Disney’s “Pinocchio.” The standing Geppetto is a rare large size variety of this figure, standing 8” tall. The 4” tall seated Pinocchio with Jiminy is one of only a handful we have seen offered. Both are in fine condition with light soiling and excellent glaze and paint. Opening Bid: $300.00

786. A Brayton Laguna Pinocchio Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Pinocchio produced by Brayton Laguna in the 1940’s. The 5.75” tall figurine is in fine condition, still very glossy with no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $100.00

787. A Geppetto, Pinocchio, & Figaro Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1949) A beautiful glazed 9.5” tall ceramic figurine of Geppetto with Pinocchio and Figaro produced by Brayton Laguna in 1940. This is one of the harder-to-find pieces from Brayton Laguna’s “Pinocchio” series, and this example is in fine condition with good color and glaze and no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $200.00

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788. A Brayton Laguna Figaro Ceramic Sugar Bowl. (Brayton Laguna, 1940) A beautiful glazed ceramic sugar bowl with Figaro lid. Produced by Brayton Laguna in 1940, the bowl stands 5.5” tall and is considered quite rare. The piece is in fine condition with Geppetto Pottery stamp on bottom. Opening Bid: $200.00

Laguna, 1940) A beautiful glazed ceramic creamer depicting Figaro hanging over the edge. Produced by Brayton Laguna in 1940, the creamer stands 4.75” tall and is considered quite rare. The piece is in fine condition with Geppetto Pottery stamp on bottom. Opening Bid: $200.00

790. A Brayton Laguna Pinocchio With Figaro Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1940s) A charming painted glazed ceramic figurine of Pinocchio with Figaro by his side produced by Brayton Laguna in the 1940s. The 4.25” tall figure is in fine condition and presents well. Geppetto Pottery stamp on the underside. Opening Bid: $50.00

urines. (Brayton Laguna/Shaw, 1940/50s) A beautiful collection of (3) glazed ceramic Figaro figurines. Based on the character from Disney’s “Pinocchio,” the pieces are all about 4” tall. Two of the pieces were produced by Brayton Laguna while the third was produced by Shaw Pottery. All three are in very good condition with no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $50.00

792. Collection of Figaro Ceramic Figurines. (Brayton Laguna/Shaw, 1940s/50s) A beautiful collection of (3) glazed ceramic Figaro figurines. Based on the character from Disney’s “Pinocchio,” the pieces range from 3” to 3.5” tall. Two of the pieces (Figaro on hind legs and Figaro drinking) were produced by Brayton Laguna while the third was produced by Shaw Pottery. All three are in very good condition with no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $50.00

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793. A Brayton Laguna Figaro in Bed Figurine. Laguna. 1940) A delightful painted glazed ceramic figurine of Figaro in bed produced by Brayton Laguna in 1940. Based on the character from Disney’s “Pinocchio,” the piece Measures 4.25”x6.5”x5.75” tall. Wonderfully detailed, Figaro’s bed has a three goldfish design on the headboard and footboard while the backside of the headboard has an angelic winged cat with a halo over its head standing on a cloud. The figurine is in fine condition with no breaks, chips or flaws. This is an excellent example of one of the best and most sought-after Walt Disney ceramic pieces. Opening Bid: $500.00

794. Collection of Jiminy Cricket Ceramic Figurines. (Brayton Laguna, 1939) A collection of three very rare, glazed ceramic Jiminy Cricket figurines produced by Brayton Laguna in 1939. The two smaller figures stand 3” tall and are considered quite scarce. The larger 5.5” figure is extremely rare and considered one of the best Jiminy figures ever produced. All three are in fine condition with light soiling, strong glaze, and no cracks or breaks. Opening Bid: $500.00

795. Brave Little Tailor Mickey & Minnie Ceramic Figurines. (Brayton Laguna, 1940s) A pair of Mickey and Minnie ceramic figurines produced by Brayton Laguna in the 1940s. Brayton Laguna. Mickey measures 3.5” tall and Minnie stands 5.5” tall. Mickey is in fine condition while Minnie has a chip in her left ear. Colors remain bright on both. Opening Bid: $50.00

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796. A Brayton Laguna Donald Duck Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1930s) A ceramic figurine of Donald Duck produced by Brayton Laguna in the late 1930s. Brayton Laguna was the first pottery company licensed by Disney to produce ceramic figurines. They made very few Donald Duck figurines and this particular piece is quite scarce. Donald measures 4” long and 3.5” tall. He remains in fine condition with no cracks or crazing. Opening Bid: $50.00

797. A Brayton Laguna Donald Duck Ceramic Figurine. (Brayton Laguna 1940s) A rare and expressive Donald Duck ceramic figurine produced by Brayton Laguna Pottery. Brayton Laguna was one of the first California potteries and this is one of only a few Donald Duck figures they produced. Measuring 6.5” tall and 4” wide, the painted ceramic figure is in fine condition with light wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

798. A Brayton Laguna Ferdinand the Bull Toreador Figurine. (Brayton Laguna, 1938) A large painted glazed ceramic figurine of a toreador on a seated horse produced by Brayton Laguna Pottery. Measuring 5.5”x11”x11.75” high, the piece is in very fine condition, with some color shift from age in the white glaze, and very fine crazing in white and green areas, only evident on very close inspection. Opening Bid: $300.00

799. An Alice in Wonderland Figurine by Brayton Laguna. (Brayton Laguna, 1930’s) A glazed painted ceramic figurine of Alice by Brayton Laguna Pottery of California. This Alice predates the Disney version of the character by at least ten years. Measuring 6” tall, the figure is in very good condition, with light crazing. Opening Bid: $100.00

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Vernon Potteries Limited, more widely known as Vernon Kilns, was one of the “Big 5” California potteries of the 1930s and 1940s. Known for their dinnerware and artware, in 1940 the Disney Studio licensed them to produce ceramics from Fantasia, Dumbo, and The Reluctant Dragon. The company produced stunning pieces from designs created exclusively for them at the Disney Studio. The ceramics created by Vernon Kilns are highly sought by collectors today. They were personal favorites of Walt Disney Archives founder Dave Smith, who kept choice pieces from the Studio’s collection on display in his office.

800. A Vernon Kilns Fantasia Flower Ballet Dishware Set. (Vernon Kilns, 1940) A stunning (60) piece tableware set by Vernon Kilns, all in the Fantasia “Flower Ballet” pattern. The pattern was designed by Disney Studio Artist Gyo Fujikawa. Included are (8) 10.5” dinner plates, (8) 8.5” plates, (8) 6.5 inch plates/saucers, (7) 3’ egg cups, (6) 8 oz. cups with handles, (1) 3.5” sugar bowl with lid, (1) set salt and pepper shakers, (1) 3” regular creamer, (1) 8.5” casserole dish with lid, (1) 7.5” teapot with lid, (1) 8.5” tall coffee pot with lid, and (1) 7.5” butter dish with cover, for a total of (61) pieces. The sugar bowl exhibits light crazing. The coffee pot has a .25” hairline crack on the rim. (1) egg cup has two chips in the rim less than .25” each, and another has a .25” chip on the base. (1) 8 oz. cup has three large hairline cracks visible. (2) of the 8.5” plates exhibit wear from display. Overall, the set is in fine to very fine condition, a truly rare find. Opening Bid: $3,000.00

A collection of (6) very rare painted glazed ceramic figurines created by Vernon Kilns. The centaur and centaurettes are based on the Pastoral sequence of Disney’s “Fantasia”. The centaurettes measure about 5.25” tall while the centaur measures 10” tall. The set is in very fine condition, with virtually no sign of their over 80 years of age.

Opening Bid: $800.00

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801. A Collection of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Figurines. (Vernon Kilns, 1940)

802. Collection of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Cherub Figurines. (Vernon Kilns, 1940) A rare collection of (6) painted glazed ceramic Cherub figurines created by Vernon Kilns and based on the Pastoral Symphony sequence of “Fantasia.” Measuring between 3.25” and 4.75” tall, the set features the cherubs in various charming poses reminiscent of the film. The collection is in overall very fine condition, with only one figure exhibiting crazing. The shortest kneeling figure appears to be an early production sample, with a unique paint scheme, glazing, and hand notations of “#77H” on the base and “Timothy” inside. Opening Bid: $600.00

803. A Collection of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Satyr Figurines. (Vernon Kilns, 1940) A collection of (6) painted glazed ceramic satyr figurines created by Vernon Kilns and based on the Pastoral Symphony sequence of “Fantasia.” Measuring between 4” and 4.25” tall, the set features the satyrs in poses reminiscent of the film. The collection is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $400.00

804. Collection of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Unicorn Figurines. (Vernon Kilns, 1940) A beautiful set of three painted glazed ceramic Unicorns produced by Vernon Kilns in 1940. Based on Disney’s “Fantasia,” the Unicorns range from 4.5” to 5.5” tall. All three are in fine condition with light wear. Opening Bid: $300.00

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805. Collection of Vernon

(Vernon Kilns, 1940) A beautiful set of three painted glazed ceramic Pegasus Horses produced by Vernon Kilns in 1940. Based on Disney’s “Fantasia,” the horses range from 4.5” to 5.75” tall. All three are in fine condition with light wear. Open ing Bid: $300.00

(Vernon Kilns, 1940) A beautiful collection of (3) painted glazed ceramic Ostrich figurines by Vernon Kilns and inspired by Disney’s “Fantasia”. These Ostriches are in various poses similar to the iconic ballet scene from the film, and measure between 6.25” and 8.5” tall. The tallest is considered the most scarce. The set is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

Kilns, 1940) A pair of painted glazed ceramic hippo ballerina figurines from the Dance of the Hours segment of “Fantasia.” Measuring 5”high and 3.5” to 4.5” wide, the figures are in very fine condition. Opening

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Kilns Fantasia Pegasus Figurines. 806. Collection of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Ostrich Figurines. 807. A Pair of Vernon Kilns Fantasia Hippo Fig urines. (Vernon Bid: $200.00

painted glazed ceramic elephant figurines from the Dance of the Hours segment of “Fantasia.” Measuring between 5” and 6” high and 3.5” wide, the figurines are in very fine condition, with slight discoloration from age to the belly of one piece. Opening Bid: $300.00

809. Vernon Kilns Fantasia Mushroom Salt & Pepper Shakers. (Vernon Kilns, 1941) A matching pair of “Hop Lo” mushroom salt and pepper shakers produced by Vernon Kilns in 1941. Based on Disney’s “Fantasia”, each figure stands 3.25” tall. The pair are in fine condition with copyright stamps on the bottom. They are missing their generic cork

810. A Vernon Kilns Baby Weems Ceramic Figurine. (Vernon Kilns, 1941) An original Baby Weems ceramic figurine manufactured by Vernon Kilns. The character was first popularized by its namesake short introduced within the 1940 package film “The Reluctant Dragon.” Measuring 5.75” tall, the figurine is in fine condition, exhibiting little wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

811. A Collection of Vernon Kilns Figurines from Dumbo. (Vernon Kilns, 1941) A fantastic collection of three very rare figurines from Disney’s “Dumbo” produced by Vernon Kilns in the 1940s. Included are an extremely rare Messenger Stork standing almost 9” tall, a rare Jim Dandy Crow standing 5.5” tall and a Timothy Mouse standing 5.5” tall. The Stork and Crow are considered some of the hardest Vernon Kilns Figurines to find. All are in fine condition, with stamps on bottom. Opening Bid: $800.00

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Throughout the 1940’s and 1950’s, the successful group of companies known as “Evan K. Shaw,” “Metlox,’ and “American Pottery” produced a large range of ceramic figures and planters for animation studios including Warner Brothers (originally known as Leon Schlesinger) and Walter Lantz. In 1943 they were awarded a license to produce a range of Disney characters from the feature films “Bambi” through “Lady and the Tramp.” Extremely popular at the time, pieces from these companies have become quite scarce and are often sought after by collectors.

812. Pair of Walt Disney Ceramic Chamber Pot Employee Gifts. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A pair of very rare painted ceramic chamber pots used exclusively as gifts from Walt Disney to studio staff upon the birth of a newborn child. This lot features the two colors produced (pink and blue), each depicting Mickey’s Nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie heading off to sleep. These chamber pots were manufactured by Evan K. Shaw Pottery, while a later version of these personal gifts was manufactured by Hagen-Renaker Pottery. Measuring 8.5”x5” tall, the pots are in very good condition despite minor spots of discoloration and soiling, and a few slight surface cracks and crazing to painted and glazed areas. Opening Bid: $700.00

813. American Pottery Mickey and Minnie Figurines. (American Pottery, 1940s) A pair of Mickey and Minnie Mouse ceramic figurines by American Pottery. Featuring adorable expressions, each piece stands about 6” tall. Minnie still has her original label. The pair are in fine condition, with slight crazing typical of age. Opening Bid: $50.00

814. A Shaw Pottery Pluto Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Pluto by Evan K. Shaw of Los Angeles. Measuring 5.5”x3”, Pluto is in fine condition, with very minor crazing. He retains the original label on his back. Opening Bid: $50.00

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Ciasa, 1940s-50s) A trio of extremely rare Donald Duck painted glazed ceramic figurines produced by American Pottery and Ciasa of Mexico. This lot contains two extremely rare figures of Donald Duck manufactured by Ciasa and one rare figure produced by American Pottery. Measuring 6.5” to 7.5” tall, the figures are in very good condition despite few slight chips and crazing to glaze in several areas. Opening Bid: $100.00

(Shaw Pottery, 1940s/50s) A rare set of Donald’s nephews paired with a reclining Donald figure, all produced by Shaw Pottery. Donald measures 4”x2.25” tall, and each nephew stands about 2.5” tall. All are in fine condition with good color and glaze. Opening Bid: $100.00

817. An American Pottery Snow White Ceramic Figurine Set. (American Pottery, 1947)

A beautiful set of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs ceramic figurines produced by American Pottery. Snow White is 9” tall and the dwarfs range in size

818. An American Pottery Pinoc chio Ceramic Figurine. Pottery, 1947) A beautifully painted glazed ceramic figurine of Pinocchio produced by American Pottery in the late 1940s. Standing 6.25” tall, the figure is in very good condition with good luster and paint and light soiling. The original foil sticker is still intact on Pinocchio’s pants. Bid: $100.00

ceramic figurine of Bambi’s Father produced by Shaw Pottery in the 1950s. Measuring 6”x9” tall, the beautifully painted figure is in fine condition with no chips or repairs. Some light crazing is visible on the underbelly, but that is normal with age. A fantastic example of a very rare figurine. Opening Bid: $100.00

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820. A Shaw Pottery Bambi Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Bambi by Shaw Pottery. Measuring 5” tall, the figurine is in very good condition with only slight crazing to the glaze throughout and an original Shaw label. Opening Bid: $50.00

821. A Shaw Pottery Bambi Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw, 1940s) A beautiful painted glazed ceramic “surprised” Bambi figurine by Evan K. Shaw. The 6.5”x8.25” tall figure is in fine condition with a small paint flaw on the front left foot and a partial original gold label on his back. Opening Bid: $50.00

822. A Shaw Pottery Bambi Ceramic Figurine. (Evan K. Shaw, 1940s) A beautiful painted glazed ceramic Bambi figurine by Evan K. Shaw. The 5.5”x8” tall figure is in fine condition with no visible flaws. Opening Bid: $50.00

823. A Ceramic Bambi Figurine by Shaw Pottery. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Bambi and a butterfly by Evan K. Shaw. The figure retains a “Walt Disney Productions Bambi Evan K. Shaw Los Angeles” sticker above its haunches. Two versions of the Bambi and butterfly figures were produced, with the difference being the color of the butterfly. Fewer of these yellow butterfly examples are said to survive intact than the blue butterfly variant. Measuring 6”x8.5” tall, the figure is in very good condition with only light crazing from age.

Opening Bid: $100.00

824. An American Pottery Bambi Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Bambi by American Pottery. Bambi retains a “Walt Disney Productions Bambi” sticker on its side. Measuring 5.5”x 7.75” tall, the figure is in very good condition, with a .25” chip to the left ear that has been repaired. Opening Bid: $50.00

Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Bambi and a butterfly by American Pottery. The figurine retains a “Walt Disney Productions Bambi” sticker above its haunches. Of the two versions of the Bambi and butterfly figures produced, more of these blue butterfly examples are said to survive intact than the yellow butterfly variant. Measuring 6”x8.5” tall, the figure is in fine to very fine condition.

Opening Bid: $50.00

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Shaw Pottery. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Bambi by Evan K. Shaw of Los Angeles. The figurine measures 8.5”x6” and is in fine condition with only light crazing from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

827. A Metlox Bambi Ceramic Figurine. (Metlox, 1940s) A beautiful Faline painted glazed ceramic figurine by Metlox. The 8”x7.5” tall figure is in fine condition with no visible flaws. A Metlox Pottery stamp is visible on the underside. Opening Bid: $50.00

828. An American Pottery Faline

Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Faline by American Pottery. Measuring 8.5”x5.25”x4”, the figurine is in very fine condition and retains a “Walt Disney Faline” sticker on its ear. There is a pinpoint unglazed spot on the left leg that appears original to production. Opening Bid: $50.00

829. A Shaw Pottery Faline Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Faline from “Bambi” by Evan K. Shaw. Measuring 8.5”x5.5” the figurine is in very good condition with only light crazing from age. Opening Bid: $50.00

830. A Pair of Shaw & American Flower Ceramic Figurines. (Shaw/American, 1940s/50s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic “Flower” figurines by Shaw and American Pottery. The smaller Flower was manufactured by Shaw while the larger was made by its subsidiary American and retains a rare Disneyland price tag underneath (representative of Shaw’s last year of holding the Disney license). Measuring 3.25” and 5.5” tall, the figures are in very good overall condition, despite minor crazing to glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

831. A Pair of Shaw & American Flower Ceramic Figurines. (Shaw/American, 1940s-50s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Disney’s Flower by Shaw Pottery and American Pottery. The small figure was manufactured by Shaw while the large was made by its subsidiary American. Measuring 3.25” and 5.5” tall, the figures are in very good overall condition, despite very minor crazing to glaze throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

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832. An American Pottery Flower Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s-55) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Flower manufactured by American Pottery. Measuring 4.5”, the handpainted figurine is in very good condition despite a few areas of cracks and crazing to glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

833. An American Pottery Thumper Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A painted ceramic Thumper figurine by American Pottery. Thumper retains a label reading “Walt Disney; American Pottery Co., Los Angeles.” Measuring 4” tall, the figure is in very good condition, despite spots of light crazing to the glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

one large brown, and one small gray figure. Measuring from 3” to 4” tall, the figures are in very good to good condition, despite a few small chips and crazing to glaze. Opening Bid: $200.00

835. A Set of Metlox Thumper and Miss Bunny Figurines. (Metlox, 1940s) A Set of (3) painted glazed ceramic Thumper and Miss Bunny Figurines by Metlox. Measuring 4” to 4.25” tall, the figurines are in very good condition with slight crazing to few areas of glaze and light wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

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836. A Pair of Shaw & American Thumper Ceramic Figurines. (Shaw/American, 1940s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Thumper by Shaw Pottery and American Pottery Company. Measuring 3” to 3.25” tall, the figurines are in very good overall condition, despite very minor crazing to glaze throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

837. A Shaw Pottery Thumper Figural Ceramic Planter. (Shaw, 1949) A very rare hand-painted glazed ceramic Thumper planter manufactured by Shaw Pottery. The glazed planter depicts Thumper on a log. Measuring 3.25”x5.25”x5” tall, the planter is in fine condition with only light wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

838. A

of Metlox Miss Bunny Ceramic Figurines. (Metlox, 1940s-55) A Set of (3) Miss Bunny hand-painted and glazed figurines by Metlox, a subsidiary of Shaw Pottery. Measuring 4.25” tall, the figurines are in very good condition with slight crazing to few areas of glaze. Opening Bid: $100.00

839. A Shaw Pottery Friend Owl Ceramic Figurine. (Shaw, 1940s) A painted glazed ceramic figurine of Friend Owl by Shaw Pottery. Measuring 3.25” tall, the figurine is in very good condition with very minor crazing to the glaze in areas and retaining an original Shaw Pottery label. Opening Bid: $50.00

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840. An American Pottery Dumbo Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A charming painted glazed ceramic figurine of Baby Dumbo produced by American Pottery in the 1940s. The 5.5” tall figurine is in fine condition with good paint and glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

841. An American Pottery Dumbo Ceramic Figurine. (American Pottery, 1940s) A beautiful painted glazed Dumbo ceramic figurine produced by American Pottery. Dumbo stands 5.5” tall and is in fine condition with no flaws and the original foil sticker in his left ear. Opening Bid: $50.00

842. A Shaw Pottery Br’er Rabbit

Ceramic Planter. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A rare ceramic planter featuring Br’er Rabbit, produced by Shaw Pottery. The planter measures 4.5”x4.5”x5.75” tall and is in very good condition. There are no chips or breaks. There is light crazing in Br’er Rabbit’s cheeks and more crazing in the interior of the planter. Overall, it is an excellent example of this sought-after piece. Opening Bid: $100.00

Little Toot ceramic planter by Shaw Pottery. Considered one of the rarest of 1940s Disney Ceramics, the piece measures 6”x3”x5” tall and has an opening in the smokestack so it can be used as a planter, The figure is in very good condition with light wear. Opening Bid: $100.00

Panchito Figurines. (Shaw Pottery, 1940s) A charming pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Jose Carioca and Panchito Pistoles produced by Shaw Pottery in the 1940s. Jose stands 5.75” tall and Panchito stands 6.75” tall. Both are in fine condition with light wear and soiling. Opening Bid: $50.00

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845. A Collection of Alice in Wonderland Ceramic Figurines. (Shaw Pottery, 1950s) A wonderful collection of (7) ceramic figurines from Disney’s “Alice In Wonderland” produced by Shaw Pottery in the 1950s. Included are Alice, The Mad Hatter, The March Hare, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, The White Rabbit, and the Walrus. All are in very good condition with light wear and crazing evident in Alice and the White Rabbit. Tweedle Dee and Dum as well as the Mad Hatter retain their original foil stickers. Opening Bid: $200.00

American, 1950) A pair of ceramic “Cinderella” planters by Evan K. Shaw and American Pottery. This charming pair each displays their original labels, with the alternate names for the producing company. Prince Charming measures 4.5”x7.5” tall and is in fine condition. Cinderella measures 5.5”x7” tall and displays in very good to fine condition, with some lines of crazing visible. Opening Bid: $50.00

847. A Rare Shaw Pottery

Cinderella In Rags Ceramic Planter. (Shaw Pottery, 1950) A beautifully painted and glazed ceramic planter of Cinderella in rags produced by Shaw Pottery in 1950. This was one of the key pieces in Shaw’s Cinderella line, and this example is in fine condition with no chips or flaws and very light crazing near the base. Opening Bid: $100.00

848. A Collection of Cinderella Animals

Ceramic Figures. (Shaw Pottery, 1950s) A rare set of (7) Cinderella figurines created by Evan K. Shaw in the early 1950s. Shaw and his companies, also known as American Pottery and Metlox, produced numerous pottery and ceramic figurines for the Walt Disney Studio throughout the 1940s and 1950s. The figures range from 2” to 3.75” tall. All are in very good condition, with light crazing and color shift to (4) largest mice figures, light crazing on Bruno the dog, and crazing visible on the bird. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Hagen-Renaker started business in post-war Southern California. The potter started making plates, bowls, and other tableware, but after suffering much waste from glaze imperfections and kiln problems, chanced upon small animal figurines as a much more lucrative endeavor, and started producing them exclusively. In 1955 they got a license from Disney, and were the only producers of Disney figurines from 1956 thru 1961. Walt Disney himself called Hagen-Renaker figurines the finest three-dimensional reproductions of the animated drawings he had ever seen.

849. A Rare Walt Disney Ceramic Chamber Pot Employee Gift. (HagenRenaker, 1950s) A very rare Mickey Mouse chamber pot commissioned by Walt Disney. Disney would give these to Studio staff upon the birth of a newborn child. The pot was manufactured in two colors - blue and pink. This pot is painted blue and depicts Mickey’s nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie heading off to sleep. The white banner was used to paint the newborn’s name on. This unglazed chamber pot was manufactured by HagenRenaker, while earlier versions of the gift were manufactured by Shaw Pottery. Measuring 8.5”x5” tall, the pot is in fine condition despite minor crazing to painted areas. Opening Bid: $300.00

ture figurines, the company made a handful of larger size pieces including this rare set. Snow White is 6” tall and each dwarf is about 3.25” tall. Each is in fine condition complete with foil stickers on backs. This set is rarely offered complete. Opening Bid: $400.00

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Cricket Ceramic Figurine. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A rare Hagen-Renaker painted glazed ceramic figurine produced in the 1950s. Known for their line of miniature figurines, they also produced a small amount of larger figures and banks, This 3.25” tall Jiminy is in fine condition with the original label on his hat. An excellent example of a rare figure. Opening Bid:

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1950s) A rare Hagen-Renaker painted glazed ceramic figurine produced in the 1950s. Known for their line of miniature figurines, they also produced a small amount of larger figures and banks, This 2.5”x1.75” tall Figaro is in fine condition with the original label on his side. An excellent example of a rare figure. Opening Bid: $100.00

854. A Collection of Hagen-Renaker “Fantasia” Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A charming set of (7) painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are three fauns with Greek columns, a Bacchus, A Baby Unicorn, A Baby Pegasus, and a rare larger size Unicorn. The smaller pieces all stand between 1” and 1.75” tall, while the larger Unicorn stands 2.5” tall. All are in fine condition with all but one faun retaining the original Hagen-Renaker label. Opening Bid: $400.00

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851. A Hagen-Renaker Snow White Set. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A rare set of eight ceramic figurines of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs by Hagen-Renaker. The figurines measure from 1” to 2.25” tall. Each is in fine condition. Sneezy and Grumpy retain their original HagenRenaker Label. Opening Bid: $200.00 852. A Hagen-Renaker Jiminy $100.00 Hagen-Renaker Figaro Ceramic Figurine. naker,

855. A Collection of Hagen-Renaker “Bambi” Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (4) painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Thumper, Flower, and two of Bambi. The pieces all stand between 1” and 1.75” tall. All are in fine condition with the Bambi pieces retaining the original Hagen-Renaker label. Opening Bid: $100.00

856. A Hagen-Renaker Flower Ceramic Figurine. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A rare Hagen-Renaker painted glazed ceramic figurine produced in the 1950s. Known for their line of miniature figurines, they also produced a small amount of larger figures and banks, This 2.25” tall Flower is in fine condition. An excellent example of a scarce figure. Opening Bid: $100.00

857. A Hagen-Renaker Dumbo Ceramic Figurine. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A rare Hagen-Renaker ceramic figure produced in the 1950s. Known for their line of miniature figurines, they also produced a small amount of larger figures and banks, This 3.75” tall Dumbo is in fine condition with the original label on his back. An excellent example of this scarce figure. Opening Bid: $100.00

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A rare pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Dumbo and Timothy by Hagen-Renaker. Measuring about 1.25” and 1.5” tall, they are both in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

(Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (3) very hard-to-find painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Cinderella, Gus, and Jaq. The pieces all stand between 1.25” and 2.5” tall. All are in fine condition with the Cinderella piece retaining the original Hagen-Renaker label. Opening Bid: $300.00

(Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) An extremely rare collection of (4) very hard-tofind painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are The Mad Hatter, Caterpillar, March Hare, and Alice. The pieces all stand between 1.25” and 2.25” tall. All are in fine condition. The Caterpillar and March Hare are extremely hard-to-find. Opening Bid: $400.00

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858. A Pair of Hagen-Renaker Dumbo Ceramic Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) 859. A Collection of Hagen-Renaker “Cinderella” Figurines. 860. A Collection of Rare “Alice In Wonderland” Figurines.

861. A Collection of Hagen-Renaker “Peter Pan” Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (12) painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Peter Pan, Wendy, John, Michael with teddy bear, Nana, Tinker Bell, and four different Mermaids. The pieces all stand between .5” and 2.25” tall. All are in fine condition and all, but Wendy (and teddy), retain the original Hagen-Renaker label. This is one of the best single collections of Hagen-Renaker Peter Pan pieces we have seen, missing only two Tinker Bell variants. Opening Bid: $600.00

862. A Collection of Hagen-Renaker “Lady & Tramp” Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (12) painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Lady, Tramp, Trusty, Jock, Dachsie, Peg, Pedro, Bull, and four puppies. The pieces all stand between 1” and 2” tall. All are in fine condition with four of them retaining the original Hagen-Renaker label. Opening Bid: $400.00

863. A Pair Of Hagen-Renaker Chip & Dale Ceramic Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A rare pair of painted glazed ceramic figurines of Chip and Dale by Hagen-Renaker. Measuring about 1.25” tall each, they are both in fine condition. Opening Bid: $100.00

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864. A Trio of Rare Hagen-Renaker Ceramic Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (3) hard-to-find painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Goofy, Pluto, and Bandleader Mickey. The pieces all stand between 1.5” and 2” tall. All are in fine condition Opening Bid: $200.00

865. A Set of (4) Rare Hagen-Renaker Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) A collection of (4) hard-to-find painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. Included are Donald, Huey, Dewey, Louie and the hard-to-find Scrooge with his attached dollar. The pieces all stand between 1” and 1.5” tall. All are in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

866. A Collection of “Sleeping Beauty” Figurines. (Hagen-Renaker, 1950s) An incredibly rare complete set of all (14) “Sleeping Beauty” painted glazed ceramic figurines by Hagen-Renaker. This is the only complete set we have ever seen offered and includes some of the rarest Hagen-Renaker Disney Figurines produced. Included are Briar Rose, Prince Phillip, Flora, Fauna, Merryweather, King Hubert, King Stephan, The Queen, Squirrel, Rabbit, Bluebird, Owl, The extremely rare Samson, and the equally rare Maleficent. The pieces all stand between .5” and 2.5” tall. All are in fine condition except Briar Rose, who has been broken at the ankles and repaired. and several retain the original Hagen-Renaker label. This is one of the best single collections of Hagen-Renaker Sleeping Beauty pieces we have seen. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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The Goebel Company was founded in 1871 by Franz Detleff and William Goebel, with their first porcelain factory opening in 1878 near Coburg Germany. While their Disney pieces are distinctive and delicate creations, they are best known for Hummel figurines, which were popularized when American G.I.s stationed in West Germany after World War II began sending the figures home as gifts.

867. A Goebel Pinocchio Ceramic Figurine. (Goebel, 1950s) A painted ceramic figurine of Pinocchio produced by Goebel in the 1950s. The 4.25” tall figurine is in fine condition with no flaws and retains its original foil sticker on the front. Opening Bid: $50.00

868. A Pair of Goebel Flower Salt & Pepper Shakers. (Goebel, 1950s) A charming pair of figural ceramic salt and pepper shakers featuring Flower from Disney’s “Bambi.” Standing 2.75” tall, the shakers are in fine condition, retaining their original cork stoppers and intact Walt Disney decals. Both have Goebel stamps on bottoms. Opening Bid: $25.00

869. A Pair of Goebel Thumper and Friend Owl Bookends. (Goebel, 1950s)

A Pair of Thumper and Friend Owl figural Bookends by Goebel. The hand-painted pair were manufactured in Germany and have the Goebel Bee marking on the bottom. Measuring 5” and 5.25” tall, they are in fine condition exhibiting almost no wear and retain their original label. Opening Bid:

870. A Pair of Goebel Bambi & Thumper Figurines. (Goebel, 1940s-50s) A pair of painted glazed Thumper and Bambi figurines by Goebel of West Germany. Each figure is hand-painted. Thumper has a West Germany mark, while the Bambi has marks reading “WG” (William Goebel) and a Full Bee in a “V” (indicating the company’s trademark beginning in 1950). Measuring 2.5” to 4” tall, the figures are in fine condition overall exhibiting little wear. Opening Bid: $50.00

871. A Goebel Bambi Ceramic Ashtray. (Goebel, 1950s) A beautiful painted glazed ceramic Bambi ashtray by Goebel. Measuring 4”x 3” tall, the ashtray still has its original label and is in good condition with crazing in areas to glaze. Opening Bid: $50.00

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872. A Goebel Dumbo Ceramic Figurine. (Goebel, 1950s) A ceramic figurine of Disney’s Dumbo by Goebel. Measuring 5.25”x4” tall, the figure is in fine condition with original label attached. Opening Bid: $50.00

873. German Market Goebel Lady & Tramp Ceramic Figurines. (Goebel, 1950s) A charming pair of glazed ceramic figurines featuring Lady and Tramp produced by Goebel for the German market in the 1950’s. Lady stands 2.5” tall and Tramp stands 2.75” tall. Both are in fine condition. Lady still retains her original foil sticker with her German name, “Susi.” Opening Bid: $50.00

rare ceramic Donald Duck ashtray made in Germany by Goebel in the 1950s. Measuring 3”x3.75”, the ashtray displays in good condition, with a repair line visible around Donald’s legs. Opening Bid: $50.00

875. A Goebel Donald’s Nephew Ceramic Figurine. 1950s) A painted glazed ceramic of Donald’s Nephew by Goebel of Germany. Measuring 2.75” x3.75” tall, the figurine is in good condition with original label and few spots of dust retention. Opening Bid: $25.00

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876. A Rare Large Zaccagnini Ceramic Pluto Figurine. nini, 1940s) A rare and exceptional painted glazed ceramic figurine of Pluto produced by Zaccagnini of Italy in the 1940s. Known for their expressive poses and beautifully painted ceramics, Zaccagnini Disney figurines are considered the best ever produced. Measuring 9.25”x4”x6.75” tall, the figurine is in fine condition with stamp on bottom. Opening Bid: $400.00

877. A Rare Zaccagnini Donald Duck Ceramic Figurine. (Zaccagnini, 1947) An extremely rare Donald Duck “Three Caballeros” figurine produced in Italy by Ugo Zaccagnini & Sons. This Donald is the rarest of three ceramic figurines of Donald Duck manufactured by the Italian master sculptor. Measuring 7.5” tall, the figure is in very good condition, despite a few chips to painted areas and minor crazing in areas to glaze. Opening Bid: $200.00

878. A Rare Large Plaster Pluto Figure. (Gaggini, 1950’s-1960’s) A very rare large plaster figure of Disney’s Pluto. Little is known on record of the artist who signed this “Gaggini F. F. Silvio,” but he was a prolific sculptor active from the 1930’s to 1960’s who worked in bronze, porcelain, and plaster. Measuring 10.5”x15”x17.5” high, the piece is in very good condition, with some small chips and wear from display. Opening Bid: $400.00

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879. A Large Mickey Mouse Porcelain Figure. (Japan, 1940s) An unusual porcelain Mickey figure made in Occupied Japan in the 1940s, Mickey stands 7” tall and is painted in bright orange and blues. The colors remain strong, and it looks like the finish on the tuba has started to yellow with age. The figure is in very good condition with some flaws in the paint in Mickey’s shoes. Opening Bid: $50.00

880. A Set of (3) Donald and Daisy Duck Ceramic Figurines. (Japan 1940s) A set of (1) Donald Duck and (2) Daisy Duck figurines, produced in Japan. Donald and (1) Daisy are marked as being produced in “Occupied Japan” - between 1945 and 1951 - and the other Daisy is marked simply “Japan”, from shortly later. Each measuring 4.25” long, the figurines are in very good condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

882. A Rare Pinocchio Ceramic Figurine. (Japan, 1940s) A rare painted glazed ceramic Pinocchio figurine. The figurine features hand-painted color with a golden feather in his hat and was manufactured in Occupied Japan. Measuring 4.5” tall, the figure is in good condition despite scuffs to patina and glazing, and wear to label on the front of his pants. Opening Bid: $50.00

883. A Pinocchio Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shaker Set. (Japan, 1940s) A Rare Pinocchio Ceramic Salt & Pepper Shaker figural set manufactured in Japan. These ceramic figurines of Pinocchio feature hand-painted color with “Japan” manufacturers note under the feet. Measuring 5” tall, the figures are in good condition despite soiling and scuffs to both the patina and glazing. Opening Bid: $50.00

881. A Rare Sleepy Bisque Bank. (Japan, 1930s) A rare bisque bank of Sleepy from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” This was likely produced for sale in Japan, as the cash register shows the “yen” sign by its total. Measuring 4”x4”, the bank is in good condition. Opening Bid: $50.00

884. A Pinocchio Ceramic Planter. (Japan, 1950s) A painted ceramic planter featuring Pinocchio and Figaro. The piece was produced in Japan in the 1950s and stands 4” tall. In good condition, the planter has soiling and a loss to the original glaze throughout. Opening Bid: $25.00

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885. A Figaro Ceramic Figurine. (Japan, 1950s) An unusual glazed ceramic figurine of Figaro. Most likely produced in Japan in the 1940s, the design is taken from an earlier ceramic produced by Brayton Laguna. Measuring 4.5”x3.5” tall, the figurine has been painted white rather than Black and White as would be expected. It is in good condition with light wear and soiling. Opening Bid: $25.00

886. An American Bisque Figaro Ceramic Pitcher. (American Bisque, 1950s) A beautiful large pitcher featuring Figaro produced by American Bisque in the 1950s. The pitcher was designed by famous cookie jar designer Louise Bauer. Although this is not a marked Disney authorized item, there is no doubt it is modeled on Figaro. Mrs. Bauer did design several authorized Disney cookie jars from the 1950s to the 1970s. In addition to this piece the company also made a cookie jar and salt and pepper shakers based on this design. The pitcher measures 5.5”x8”x8” tall and is in very good condition with some wear to the paint from age and use. Opening Bid: $200.00

887. A Pair of Figaro Ceramic Figural Planters. (Japan, 1940s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic Figaro Planters most likely produced in Occupied Japan in the 1940s. Based on the character from Disney’s “Pinocchio,” each planter stands 3.5” tall. Both are in fine condition with wear from age, light staining, but no visible flaws or breaks. Opening Bid: $50.00

888. Pair of Rabbit Ceramic Figurines by Walker Potteries. (Walker Potteries, 1940’s-1950’s) A pair of painted glazed ceramic rabbits. The blue-eyed rabbit bears a sticker for “Walker Potteries, California.” The other has a distinctly Thumper-esque design but is of unknown origin. Measuring 3.5” and 3” high, both figures are in very good to fine condition, with crazing visible on the unlabeled figure. Opening Bid: $50.00

889. A Bambi Figural Ceramic Vase. (Japan, 1950s) A painted glazed ceramic Bambi figural vase manufactured in Japan. The hand-painted vase depicts Bambi and a frog near tall grass. Measuring 5.5”x4.25” tall the piece is in very good condition despite dust, soiling, and crazing to glazed areas throughout. Opening Bid: $50.00

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890. A Bambi Ceramic Cookie Jar. (Japan, 1950s/60s) An unusual Bambi painted glazed ceramic cookie jar with a woven wood handle. Measuring 7” tall with a 6.5” diameter base, the jar features bas relief images of Bambi, Thumper, Flower, and Owl. The Jar is in good condition with light soiling and some crazing on the lid. Opening Bid: $50.00

lain Figurines. (Wales, 1950s) A collection of (7) Tinker Bell porcelain figurines by Wales of Japan. The delicate porcelain figurines are inspired by the pixie as she appears in Walt Disney’s Peter Pan and feature handpainted golden accents and shimmering wings composed of tulle and wire. Measuring 2.25” to 3.5” tall, each figurine in the lot is in fair-to-good condition, two with missing or wear to wings, three with a broken foot or broken hands, and both dust and spots of discoloration throughout each. Opening Bid: $50.00

892. A Davy Crockett Donald Duck Ceramic Figurine. (Japan, 1950’s) A ceramic figurine of Donald Duck dressed in Davy Crockett’s coonskin cap, with rifle. Marked “Japan” on the bottom the piece Measures 3.75” tall and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $25.00

893. An Owl Porcelain Figure by Beswick. (Beswick, 1960s-70s) A porcelain figure of Owl from Winnie the Pooh, manufactured by Beswick of England. The hand-painted figure was designed by sculptor Albert Hallam and has a Walt Disney Productions copyright note. Measuring 3” tall, the figure is in fine condition, exhibiting light wear. Opening Bid: $25.00

894. Collection of (9) 101 Dalmatians Ceramic Figurines. (Enesco, 1960s) A beautiful set of (9) ceramic figurines featuring Pongo, Perdita and (7) puppies from Disney’s “101 Dalmatians.” Produced by Enesco in the 1960s, Pongo and Perdita stand 9” tall and the puppies range between 3” and 4” tall. All are in fine condition with three puppies (Lucky, Jolly, Patch) retaining their original adhesive name labels. Opening Bid: $200.00

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Most of this catalog has celebrated collecting merchandise based on characters from cartoons and animated films. Paul Morantz knew that it was also important to collect the artwork used to create those characters and films and to preserve the work of the people that brought those characters to life. Owning a cel or drawing from a beloved film is the ultimate tribute to the lasting impact and meaning those films have for us all.

895. An Original Mickey Mouse Drawing from “The Plowboy.” (Disney, 1929) An extremely rare original Ub Iwerks drawing of Mickey Mouse from “The Plowboy”, the eighth Mickey Mouse short made. This cartoon marked the debut of Horace Horsecollar, and is the first short where Minnie Mouse wears gloves. Accomplished in graphite, the image of Mickey measures 3.75”x3.5” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in fine condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $800.00

896. An Original Production Drawing from “The Picnic.” (Disney, 1930) An extremely rare drawing of Minnie’s dog Rover from the 1930 Mickey Mouse Short, “The Picnic.” A few months before this short premiered, a similar nameless bloodhound tracked Mickey in “The Chain Gang.” This short features the first appearance of Rover, who 6 months later would be re-named “Pluto” for the 1931 short “The Moose Hunt.” The image of Rover measures 7”x5.25” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The drawing is in very good condition with some discoloration to the paper from display. Opening Bid: $200.00

897. An Original Production Drawing From “The Mail Pilot.” (Disney, 1933) An original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse from Disney’s 1933 short, “The Mail Pilot.” Accomplished in graphite, the drawing has an image size of 5”x3” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in very good condition and is displayed in a custom mat. The paper has yellowed in the displayed area. Opening Bid: $200.00

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898. An Original production drawing from “The Mail Pilot.” (Disney, 1933) An original production drawing featuring Mickey Mouse from Disney’s 1933 short, “The Mail Pilot.” Accomplished in graphite, the drawing has an image size of 5”x3” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in very good condition and is displayed in a custom mat. The paper has yellowed in the display area. Opening Bid: $200.00

899. A Production Drawing from “Mickey’s Steamroller.” (Disney, 1934) An original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from Disney’s 1934 short, “Mickey’s Steamroller.” Accomplished in graphite, the image measures 8”x5.25” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in very good condition with yellowing to the paper in the exposed image area from previous display. Opening Bid: $200.00

900. A Production Drawing from “Mickey’s Steamroller.” (Disney, 1934) An original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from Disney’s 1934 short, “Mickey’s Steamroller.” Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the image measures 5”x5” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in very good condition with yellowing to the paper in the exposed image area from previous display. Opening Bid: $200.00

901. An Original Production Drawing from “The Big Bad Wolf.” (Disney, 1934) An original production drawing of the namesake star of Disney’s 1934 Silly Symphony, “The Big Bad Wolf.” The image of the wolf measures 4.5”x6.5” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The artwork is in very good condition with yellowing to the paper in the image area due to age and previous display. Opening Bid: $200.00

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902. An Original Production Cel of Donald Duck From “On Ice.” (Disney,1935) An original production cel of Donald Duck from Disney’s 1935 short, “On Ice.” The image of Donald measures 4”x4” on an untrimmed 12”x9.75” animation cel. The artwork is in very good condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

903. An Original Production Drawing from “The Dognapper.” (Disney, 1934) An original production drawing from Disney’s 1934 short, “The Dognapper.” Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 11.5”x9.5” animation paper, the image size measures 4”x4.5”. The drawing is in very good condition with expected wear and yellowing to the exposed image area from age and previous display. Opening Bid: $200.00

904. An Original Production Drawing of Donald Duck. (Disney, 1930s) An Original Production Drawing of Donald Duck from a 1930s Disney Short, possibly “Mickey’s Amateurs” (1937). Accomplished in graphite, the image of Donald measures 3.5”x4” on untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation paper. The drawing is in very good condition with yellowing to the paper around the image area from age and previous display. Opening Bid: $100.00

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905. A Production Drawing from “Toby Tortoise Returns.” (Disney, 1936) An original production drawing featuring Toby Tortoise and Max Hare from Disney’s 1936 short, “Toby Tortoise Returns.” The total image size of the characters is 9.5”x4.5” on untrimmed 12”x10” animation paper. The drawing is in very good condition with an 11”x6” area of the paper yellowed from a previous framing. Opening Bid: $200.00

906. An Original Production Cel from “Mickey’s Elephant.” (Disney, 1936) A rare original production cel of Bobo the Elephant from Disney’s 1936 short, “Mickey’s Elephant.” Bobo’s image size is 6.5”x4.25” on an untrimmed 12”x9.5” animation cel. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $200.00

907. An Original Production Drawing from “Little Hiawatha.” (Disney, 1937)

An original production drawing of Hiawatha from Disney’s 1937 Silly Symphony, “Little Hiawatha.” The image measures 3”x4.5” on untrimmed 12”x10” animation paper. The artwork was framed and matted, and the paper has yellowed in the exposed mat-opening area. The drawing still presents very well. Opening Bid: $200.00

An original production cel of Hiawatha from Disney’s 1937 Silly Symphony, “Little Hiawatha.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The original mat has been hand-signed in Conte Crayon by Walt Disney. Hiawatha’s image size is 3”x4.5”, the artwork measures 6”x6.5” and the entire matted piece measures 10”x12”. The cel is in very good condition, while the artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. The mat has yellowed with age and has slight staining throughout, including a small water stain at the lower left. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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908. A Walt Disney Signed Production Cel from “Little Hiawatha.” (Disney, 1937)

909. Production Cels from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) Original production cels of Snow White, Prince Charming, and birds from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The total image size of Snow White and the Prince is 3”x5”. The entire piece measures 10”x11”. The background shows some staining from the original glue used to apply it to the backing board. There is some light chipping and lifting in the paint in Snow White and The Prince, but overall, they present in very good condition. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

910. An Original Drawing From “Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production drawing of Snow White from Walt Disney’s 1937 masterpiece, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the image of Snow White measures 3”x7”. The 12”x10” animation paper is untrimmed but has a 3”x1” corner removed that does not affect the image in any way. The drawing is in fine condition with expected wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $200.00

911. An Original Drawing from “Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production drawing of the Hag from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the Hag measures 4.5”x6.5” on untrimmed 15.5”x12.5” animation paper. The drawing was matted and is in good condition, with expected wear from age and noticeable yellowing to the paper in the area exposed from the mat opening. Opening Bid: $200.00

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“Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of the Hag from Disney’s 1937 feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed woodgrain background as prepared for sale by Courvoiser Galleries. The Hag measures 3.5”x4.25” and the entire piece measures 8.25”x8.25”. The cel is in very good condition with slight curling from age and all paint intact. The artwork retains the original mat with studio label on the reverse. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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“Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of the Hag from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed and paired with an airbrushed background with rain effect overlay as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of the Hag measures 7”x5” and the entire piece measures 9.5”x9.5”. The cel is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $3,000.00

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914. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of the Hag from Disney’s 1937 feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” The cel which includes the Hag, the boat, the basket of apples and water effects has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoiser Galleries. The Hag and boat measure 4”x7” and the entire piece measures 12”x9.5”. The cel is in very good condition with slight curling from age and all paint intact. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

915. Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) A stunning and very rare original production cel of the Raven from Disney’s 1937 feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” The cel has been slightly trimmed and placed on an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The image measures 6.25”x6” and the entire piece measures 9”x9.25”. The original studio sticker is still attached to the reverse. The paint is separating from the cel in areas, but the image presents very well and is in very good condition. Opening Bid: $800.00

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916. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) A fantastic original production cel featuring six dwarfs (all except Dopey), from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The image of the dwarfs measures an impressive 9.5”x7” on an untrimmed 15”x12” animation cel. The cel is in very good condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $1,000.00 917. A Storyboard Panel from “Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original storyboard panel from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the panel features an early design for Sleepy. The entire piece measures 7”x5.25” and is in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $500.00

918. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Dopey, a deer, and a rabbit from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The slightly trimmed 5”x7” cel was originally marketed for sale by Courvoisier Galleries, but at some point, was removed from its original airbrushed background. The Studio label has been preserved on the reverse. The artwork has a total image size of 2.5”x3”. The cel has some light paint lifting in Dopey, but all paint is intact and presents in very good condition. Opening Bid: $400.00

919. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Dopey from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed to 4”x5”. Dopey’s image size is 2.75”x4”. The cel is matted and in very good condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $400.00

920. Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Dopey from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The trimmed-to-image cel was originally offered for sale through Courvoisier Galleries. It has been removed from its original Courvoisier Background and applied to a newer airbrushed background. Dopey measures 3”x4.5” and the entire piece measures 4.5”x6.5”. The cel is in very good condition with slight lifting in the paint in some areas but all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

921. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) Original production cels of Dopey and animals from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The total image size of the characters is 6.5”x4”. The artwork is framed and matted with a 7.5” diameter circular mat opening. The cels are in fine condition, with some lifting from the background (normal with age) but all paint intact. The frame is in good condition with chips and wear from age and display. Opening Bid: $800.00

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923. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Bashful from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed and applied to an airbrushed woodgrain background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Sleepy has an image size of 3”x4.75” and the entire piece measures 9”x8.25”. The artwork retains the original hand-lettered Courvoisier Galleries mat and Studio Label on the reverse. Opening Bid: $500.00

922. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Sleepy from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to a custom background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. Sleepy measures 3.5”x4.25” and the entire piece measures 5.25”x6”. The cel is in fine condition with all paint intact. The original studio labels are retained on the reverse. Opening Bid: $500.00

924. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of Doc from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The image of Doc measures 2.5”x3.5”, on a trimmed 3.5”x4” animation cel. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

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925. A Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of a rabbit, chipmunk, and turtle from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoiser Galleries. The entire piece measures 7.75”x7.25”. The cels are in very good condition with slight curling from age and all paint intact. The artwork retains the original mat with studio label on the reverse. Opening Bid: $300.00

926. Production Cel from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) An original production cel of animals from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The cel image size is 5”x4.5” and the entire piece measures 8.5”x7.5”. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact and very slight lifting from the background (normal with age). The original labels are still attached to the reverse. Opening Bid: $200.00

927. Original Production Cels from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) Original Production cels of a deer, butterflies, and vines from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The slightly trimmed cels have been applied to a woodgrain background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries in the late 1930’s. The total image size of the two deer is 5”x5.5”. The entire piece measures 8.25”x8.25” and is in fine condition with all paint intact. The original Studio label is still on the reverse. Opening Bid: $500.00

928. Production Cels from “Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs.” (Disney, 1937) Original production cels of two raccoons from Disney’s 1937 feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image size of the characters is 3.25”2.25”, and the entire piece measures 5.5”x6.25”. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $200.00

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930. An Original Production Cel from “Brave Little Tailor.” (Disney, 1938) An original production cel of Minnie Mouse from Disney’s 1938 Mickey Mouse Short, “Brave Little Tailor.” The cel of Minnie has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed woodgrain background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of Minnie measures 2”x4.5”, and the entire piece measures 6”x6.25”. The artwork is in very good condition with minor lifting and cracking, but all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

929. An Original Production Cel from “Brave Little Tailor.” (Disney, 1938) An original production cel of Mickey Mouse from Disney’s 1938 Mickey Mouse Short, “Brave Little Tailor.” The cel of Mickey has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed woodgrain background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of Mickey measures 3”x4.5”, and the entire piece measures 6”x6.5”. The artwork is in very good condition with all paint intact, some slight glue staining, and some color fading expected with age. Opening Bid: $700.00

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931. An Original Production Cel from “Farmyard Symphony.” (Disney, 1938) An original production cel of the young horse in Disney’s 1938 Silly Symphony, “Farmyard Symphony.” The cel has been trimmed to image, paired with a production cel of vines (from another production) and placed on an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of the colt measures 4.25”x4.5”. The entire piece measures 7”x7”. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $200.00

932. A Production Cel from “Mother Goose Goes Hollywood.” (Disney, 1938) An original production cel featuring Charles Laughton from the “Three Men in A Tub” sequence of Disney’s 1938 Silly Symphony, “Mother Goose Goes Hollywood.” The cel has been trimmed to image in preparation for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. It has since been professionally restored and applied to a custom airbrushed background. Laughton’s image size is 3.25”x5”, and the entire piece measures 7.5”x7.5”. The cel is in very good condition with slight lifting and cracking but all paint intact. Opening Bid: $300.00

933. An Original Production Cel from “Ferdinand the Bull.” (Disney, 1938) An original production cel of Ferdinand from Disney’s 1938 Academy Award winning short, “Ferdinand the Bull.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. Ferdinand measures 4.5”x5.5” and the entire piece measures 9”x8.5”. The artwork is in very good condition with minor lifting and chipping in the paint of Ferdinand and some staining from the original glue used on the background. The entire piece presents in very good condition and retains the original Courvoisier Galleries hand-lettered mat. Opening Bid: $800.00

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1939 short, “The Ugly Duckling.” The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The entire piece measures 9.5”x8”. The cels are in very good condition with slight curling from age. The background shows some staining from the original glue used to adhere it to board. Overall, the piece presents very well.

934. Original Production cels from “Ferdinand the Bull.” (Disney, 1938) Original production cels of Matadors from Disney’s 1938 Academy-Award winning short, “Ferdinand the Bull.” The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The total image size of the characters is 9”x7” and the entire piece measures 10.5”x8.5” The cels retain the original 19”x17” hand-lettered Courvoisier Mat, which has yellowed with age and has some slight water staining along the bottom. The cels are slightly curled (normal with age) and there is slight paint loss in the far left matador. Overall, the piece presents in very good condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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from Disney’s 1939 short, “Donald’s Penguin.” The cel was originally released by Courvoisier Galleries for sale and was trimmed to image and applied to a painted background at the studio. It has since had areas professionally restored and the background repainted. The cel image measures 5”x6” and the entire piece measures 9”x8”. The artwork is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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Original Production Cels from “The Ugly Duckling.” (Disney, 1939) Original production cels from Disney’s Academy Award winning Opening Bid: $500.00 An Original Production Cel from “Donald’s Penguin.” (Disney, 1939) An original production of Donald Tootsie

937. An Original Concept Painting from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) A stunning concept painting from Walt Disney’s “Pinocchio.” Accomplished in oil on artists’ board, the artwork has been attributed to Background Artist Dick Anthony and is most likely a concept from the Pleasure Island sequence of the film. Measuring 6.5”x9.25”, the artwork is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

938. An Original Storyboard Panel from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production storyboard panel featuring Pinocchio and Lampwick from “Pinocchio.” The image of Pinocchio is a separate drawing that was trimmed and added to the panel during its creation; a common practice when adjusting a panel during production. Measuring 8”x6.5” on untrimmed 12”x10” animation paper, the art is accomplished in graphite and conte crayon, and is in very good condition with expected wear from age. Opening Bid: $400.00

939. An Original Concept Painting from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original concept painting from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The oil on board painting is attributed to Disney background artist Dick Anthony and features the “Red Lobster Inn,” meeting place of Foulfellow, Gideon and the Coachman. The Artwork measures 10”x8.25” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $800.00

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Maquette from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An extremely rare animator’s maquette of Figaro from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” Maquettes such as this were used by animators as a threedimensional reference while animating characters. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the Character Model Department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 3.5”x4.5” tall and is in fine condition with some yellowing to the paint. The studio stamp and the number “6” are on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

941. An Original Animator’s Maquette from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) A rare animator’s maquette of Pinocchio from Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Pinocchio.” Maquettes such as this were used by animators as a three-dimensional reference while animating the character. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the Character Model Department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 3.5”x8.5” tall and is in very good condition, with some yellowing to the paint and a break in Pinocchio’s left arm. The studio stamp and the number “11” are on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

942. An Original Animator’s Maquette from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) A rare animator’s maquette of Pinocchio from Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Pinocchio.” Maquettes such as this were used by animators as a three-dimensional reference while animating the character. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the Character Model Department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 3.5”x6” tall and is in fine condition with some yellowing to the paint. The studio stamp and the number “22” are on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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943. An Original Production Cel from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cel has been trimmed close to image and measures 4”x7”. The cel was applied to heavy stock paper and protected with a cover cel, both from the time of production. The artwork is in very good condition with all paint intact, but there is some glue staining visible along the edges of the image. Opening Bid: $800.00

944. An Original Production Cel from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel of Jiminy Cricket and a seahorse from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cels have been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of the two characters measures 5”x5.5” and the entire piece measures 8.5”x10”. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. There is some cracking in the paint of the fish at the upper left. The artwork still retains the original hand-lettered Courvoisier Galleries Mat. Opening Bid: $800.00

945. An Original Production Cel from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel of Jiminy Cricket from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cel of Jiminy has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed background as prepared by Courvoisier Galleries for sale. The artwork is displayed in a custom mat hand-signed by Disney Legend (and Jiminy animator) Ward Kimball. Jiminy measures 3.5”x2” from hat to toe, and the entire piece measures 8.5”x7.5” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $700.00

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947. An Original Production Cel from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel of one of Geppetto’s cuckoo clocks from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to an airbrushed woodgrain background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The cel has an image size of 4”x4.25”, and the entire piece measures 6.5”x7.5”. The artwork is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $300.00

946. Original Production Cel and Background from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel of Figaro, paired with an original production background from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cel of Figaro has been trimmed to image and applied to the trimmed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The background appears at the 7:39 mark in the film. Figaro measures 3”x2.5” and the entire piece measures 10.25”x8.25”. The artwork is in very good condition. Figaro shows some lifting in the paint but has all paint intact, he has lifted off the background and shifted down a bit. The cel can easily be reattached. The background has some light glue staining, but overall the piece presents very well. Opening Bid: $1,500.00

948. Original Production Cels from “Pinocchio.” (Disney, 1940) A grouping of original production cels of fish from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Pinocchio.” The cels have been trimmed to image and placed on a custom airbrushed background with an effects overlay of bubbles as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The entire piece measures 6”x4” and still retains the original 10.5”x8.5” hand-lettered Courvoisier Galleries Mat. The cels are in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $200.00

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949. An Original Animator’s Maquette from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) A rare original animator’s maquette of Ben Ali Gator from the “Dance Of The Hours” sequence of Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Fantasia.” Maquettes such as this one were used by animators as a three-dimensional reference while animating the character. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the character model department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 9”x 5” tall. It is in fine condition with a studio stamp and the number “9” on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

950. An Original Animator’s Maquette from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An extremely rare animator’s maquette of Hyacinth Hippo from the “Dance Of The Hours” sequence of Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Fantasia.” Maquettes such as this one were used by animators as a three-dimensional reference while animating the character. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the character model department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 5”x 8” tall. It is in very good condition with some loss of paint visible. The studio stamp and the number “6” are on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $2,000.00

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952. An Original Production Drawing from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An original production drawing of Mickey Mouse from the “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” sequence of Disney’s 1941 feature film, “’Fantasia.” The image of Mickey measures 6”x4” on untrimmed 12”x10” animation paper. The drawing is in very good condition with yellowing around the edges of the image area from being framed. Opening Bid: $400.00

951. Extremely Rare Lighting Model Maquettes

From “Fantasia” (Disney, 1940) An extremely rare set of four miniature maquettes produced in the Model Department at the Disney Studio during the production of “Fantasia.” In order to get a better idea of how to choreograph and light the “Dance Of The Hours” sequence, the model department built a miniature stage and populated it with these miniature figures. The model and figures assisted animators in recreating lighting as it would appear on a real stage. Hand-painted with painstaking detail, the figures range between 2.25” and 3” tall. Each one is mounted to a metal base. All four are in fine condition with light wear and soiling. An incredibly rare set and a fascinating part of Disney Studio Animation history. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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953. Original “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” Book Concept Art. (Disney, 1940) Three pieces of original concept artwork for a Sorcerer’s Apprentice book based on the segment from Disney’s “Fantasia.” The artwork features a small rendition of the title, a small rendition of Mickey with a broom (possibly a proposed cover), and a rendition of a twopage spread featuring 6 images of scenes from the film. The two smaller pieces measure 3”x2.5” while the larger spread measures 7”x5”. All are displayed together in a triple aperture mat. The artwork is in good condition, but the paper has yellowed with age and display. Opening Bid: $300.00

954. An Original Production Drawing from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An Original Production Drawing of Hyacinth Hippo from the “Dance of The Hours” sequence of Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Fantasia.” Accomplished in graphite on untrimmed 12.5”x10.5” animation paper, Hyacinth measures 10.5”x7”. The drawing is in very good condition with light wear and slight yellowing from age. Opening Bid: $500.00

955. Original Sylvia Holland Concept Art from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1939) Beautiful original concept art for “Fantasia” by Sylvia Holland. Accomplished in watercolor on folded 11.5”x10” animation paper, the artwork was created early in development and bears a “Concert Feature” studio stamp -the working title for “Fantasia” - on the reverse, crediting Concept artist Sylvia Holland. The image measures 3.25”x5.5” and is in fine condition with expected wear from age.

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957. An Original Production Cel from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An original cel from the “Pastoral Symphony” sequence of Disney’s 1940 Feature Film, “Fantasia.” The total image size of the characters is 11.5”x7.5” on an untrimmed 16”x12.5” animation cel. The artwork is matted and is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

956. An Original Production Cel from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An original production cel of the Milkweed Ballerinas from the Nutcracker Suite sequence of Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Fantasia.” The cel has been trimmed and placed on an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The entire piece measures 9.5”x9” and is in fine condition with all paint intact. It is presented in a custom frame with plaque. Opening Bid: $700.00

958. A Trio of Original Production Cels from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) Three original production cels of cherubs from Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Fantasia.” The cherubs have been trimmed to image and applied to a cel for presentation. The characters have a total image size of 3.5”x3.5”. The entire piece measures 5.5”x7”. The cels are in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $200.00

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959. A Rare Original Production Cel From “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An extremely rare production cel of ghostly demons from the “Night On Bald Mountain” sequence of Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Fantasia.” To achieve the desired effect for the sequence, these demons were airbrushed on the top of the cel rather than hand-painted on the reverse. The untrimmed cel measures 15.5”x12” and has been placed on a grey colored paper background. The artwork is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $800.00

960.

from “Fantasia.” (Disney, 1940) An Original Production Background from the “Ave Maria” sequence of “Fantasia.” Shot with Disney’s groundbreaking multi-plane camera, this background was a bottom level and is marked BG#2 at the bottom right. Accomplished in gouache on background paper, the entire piece measures 15.5”x12.5” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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961. An Original Animator’s Maquette from “Dumbo.” (Disney, 1941) An extremely rare animator’s maquette of the Stork from Disney’s 1941 Featurette, “Dumbo.” Maquettes such as this one were used by animators as a three-dimensional reference while animating the character. Constructed of plaster and hand-painted in the character model department of the studio, only a handful would be produced and distributed among the animators, with each one numbered on the bottom. The maquette measures 6”x 8.5” tall. It is in fine condition with a studio stamp and the number “6” on the underside of the base. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

962. Walt Disney Signed Cels and Background From “Dumbo.” (Disney, 1941) An extremely rare pair of original hand-painted cels and hand-painted background featuring Dumbo and Timothy from Disney’s 1941 Animated Feature, “Dumbo.” The cels and background were prepared by the Art Props Department at the Studio to be used for promotional purposes. This image is a key image used for publicity for the film and can be found on Lobby Cards and Studio Dye Transfers. The setup was later given as a gift, and the mat has been dedicated and hand-signed by Walt Disney. The cels were trimmed to image at the Studio and applied to the background. A matte finish was added to reduce reflection in the cels during photography. The artwork measures 12”x10” within the original 16”x14” mat. The mat has significant aging and discoloration along the top and sides, most likely from a previous framing. The bottom of the mat and signature are not affected. The signature is accomplished in Conte Crayon and reads “To Florence ***, All Best Wishes, --Walt Disney.” Art Prop set ups such as this one are extremely hard-to-find. The artwork is in fine condition with slight lifting in the cels from the background (normal with age). Opening Bid: $1,500.00

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963. An Original Production Cel from “The Nifty Nineties.” (Disney, 1941) An original production cel of Minnie Mouse from Disney’s 1941 short, “The Nifty Nineties.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to a patterned background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The image of Minnie measures 4.5”x5.5” and the entire piece measures 5.5”x7.5”. The cel is in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

964. An Original Watercolor Concept Painting from “Bambi.” (Disney, 1942) An original concept painting for Disney’s 1942 feature film, “Bambi.” The concept is attributed to the Legendary Tyrus Wong, whose artwork inspired the entire look of the film. Accomplished in watercolor on heavy paper, the artwork measures 6.5”x5” and is affixed to 10”x8.5” artists’ board. In fine condition. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

965. An Original Layout Drawing From “Bambi.” (Disney, 1942)

A very early original layout drawing from Disney’s 1942 feature film, “Bambi.” Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the image covers most of the untrimmed 5-peg 15.5”x12.5” animation paper. The drawing is in very good condition with yellowing from age in the image area. Opening Bid: $400.00

966. Production Cels of Bambi and Faline from “Bambi.” (Disney, 1940) Original production cels of Bambi, Faline, and blossoms from the “Twitterpated” sequence of Disney’s 1940 feature film, “Bambi.” The cels have been trimmed to image and were originally applied to an airbrushed background as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. At some point the cels were restored and attached to a newer cel for preservation, with remnants of the original paint still on the background. The image of the characters measures 7”x5.5”. The entire piece measures 11.5”x11” and still retains the original hand-lettered Courvoisier Galleries Mat. The cels are in very good condition, with all paint intact, but some wrinkling along the edges of the cels. The mat has some staining along the outer edges and a small tear along the bottom. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

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967. Production Cels of Thumper and Miss Bunny from “Bambi.” (Disney, 1942) A pair of original production cels featuring Thumper and Miss Bunny from Disney’s 1942 feature film, “Bambi.” The cels have been trimmed to image and placed on an airbrushed background with grass effects overlay, as typically prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. The cels have lifted slightly from the background (normal with age) and are in very good condition with some cracking and chipping in the area of Thumper’s eye. The entire piece measures 7”x5”. The original Courvoisier Label has been retained on the reverse. Opening Bid: $500.00

968. Rare Original Production Cels from “Bambi” (Disney, 1940) A very unusual cel and background setup featuring original cels of birds from a sequence in Disney’s 1940 feature film “Bambi.” The sequence was cut from the final version of the film, but the cels were sent to Courvoisier Galleries where they were trimmed to image and applied to a production background from another production and then sold. The total image size of the birds is 7”x6” and the entire piece measures 11.5”x8.75”. The artwork is in very good condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $500.00

969. An Original Production Cel from “Saludos Amigos.” (Disney, 1942) An original production cel of Donald Duck from Disney’s 1942 feature film, “Saludos Amigos.” The cel has been trimmed to image and applied to a section of a watercolor production background or concept from the film, as prepared for sale by Courvoisier Galleries. Donald has an image size of 2.25”x4”. The entire piece measures 8.5”x8”. The artwork retains the original 15”x14” hand-lettered mat and original label preserved on the reverse. Opening Bid: $800.00

970. Original Production Cel from “Pluto’s Kid Brother.” (Disney, 1946) An original production cel of Butch the Bulldog from Disney’s 1946 Short, “Pluto’s Kid Brother.” The image of Butch measures 7”x4.5” on an untrimmed 12”x10” animation cel. The cel comes matted and is in good condition with cracking and lifting in the paint in several areas. Opening Bid: $200.00

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971. A “Song of the South” Concept Painting by Mary Blair. (Disney, 1946) An absolutely stunning original concept painting by Walt Disney Studios Color Stylist Mary Blair. The painting features Blair’s vision for the “Tar Baby” sequence in “Song of the South.” The colorful and vibrant piece is accomplished in gouache on artist’s board and has an image size of 8.5”x 8” on the 10”x9.25” board. The piece displays in fine condition with pinholes in the corners, and some surface wear. Opening Bid: $9,000.00

972. A “Cinderella” Concept Painting by Mary Blair. (Disney, 1950) An original concept painting by Mary Blair for Walt Disney’s “Cinderella.” After working for the Walt Disney Studios for nearly a decade, Mary Blair’s bold color palettes won her much acclaim. During the 1950s Walt Disney personally extolled Blair’s conceptual work and color styling, utilizing her to set the tone for the first three animated features of the decade including “Cinderella”, “Alice in Wonderland”, “Peter Pan”, in addition to several theatrical shorts. Mary’s early concepts have been regarded as some of the most important works of art to come out of the Studio during her era and highly acclaimed by collectors. This concept for Cinderella is accomplished in gouache, with a painted image size of 9.5”x9” on 10.75”x10” artists board. It is in very good condition, with some surface wear and pinholes. Opening Bid: $10,000.00

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973. A Peter Pan Concept Painting by Mary Blair. (Disney, 1953) An original concept painting by Color Stylist Mary Blair for Walt Disney’s “Peter Pan.” Depicted here is Blair’s colorful and vibrant vision of Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and the Darling children flying over London, accomplished in gouache on artist’s board. The painted image measures 17.75”x8” on 19”x9” board, and the piece displays in fine condition. There are pinholes in the corners, some surface wear, and wear to the edges from age. Opening Bid: $16,000.00

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good condition with a crack in the paint on her left foot. Opening Bid: $1,000.00

with airbrushed wing effects for presentation. Tinker Bell measures

3”x5.25” on an untrimmed 12”x10” animation cel. The character cel is in very

Disney’s 1953 feature film, “Peter Pan.” The cel of Tinkerbell is paired with an effects cel of Pixie Dust and has been placed on a color background

974. Original Production Cel of TinkerBell from “Peter Pan.” (Disney, 1953) An outstanding original production cel of Tinker Bell from

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975. Original Production Cels from “Lady and the Tramp.” (Disney, 1955) An extremely rare pair of production cels featuring Lady and Darling from Disney’s 1955 feature film, “Lady and the Tramp.” The two pieces consist of a cel of Lady and Darling with the matching overlay cel of the blanket. The entire image size measures 13”x8.5” on slightly trimmed 14”x10.5” animation cels. The cels are in very good condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $700.00

976. Original Production cel from “Lady and the Tramp.” (Disney, 1955), An original production cel of Tramp from Disney’s 1955 feature film, “Lady and the Tramp.” The cel is slightly trimmed to 8”x 9,5” and was most likely originally sold through the Art Corner at Disneyland. Tramp measures 5”x8” and is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

977. Original Production Cels from “Lady and the Tramp.” (Disney, 1955) A Pair of Original Production Cels featuring Si and Am from Disney’s 1955 Feature Film, “Lady and the Tramp.” The two cels were originally sold at the Art Corner in Disneyland and have been paired in a mat signed by Disney Legend Bill Justice. The cels were slightly trimmed at the Studio to 9”x7” in preparation of sale. Both pieces retain their gold Disneyland Art Corner label on the reverse. The image sizes measure 5.5”x5” and 6”x5”. Both cels are in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $1,500.00

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978. Original Production Cels from “Lady and the Tramp.” (Disney, 1955) A pair of Original Production Cels featuring Lady and Tramp from Disney’s 1955 Feature film, “Lady and the Tramp.” Both cels are slightly trimmed to 12.5”x9.5” and have been placed on a color copy background. Lady measures 3.5”x3.5” and Tramp measures 3.5”x4.5”. Both cels are in fine condition with all paint intact. Opening Bid: $800.00

979. “Lady and the Tramp” Original Golden Book Art. (Whitman, 1955) An original illustration for a page from the 1955 Little Golden Book adaptation of “Lady and the Tramp.” Accomplished in Gouache on artists’ paper, the artwork was created by Disney Legend Claude Coats. The artwork measures 6”x5.75” and has been cut out and applied to sturdy cardstock along with printed wording and printer’s marks in preparation for printing. The entire piece measures 7.25”x10.25”. The artwork is beginning to lift off the board (normal with age) but is in very good condition and can easily be re-mounted. The paper that the art is mounted to has tape residue at the corners from a previous framing and a small tear at the right edge. None of which affects the artwork. Opening Bid: $300.00

980. Original “Lady and the Tramp” Golden Book Art. (Whitman, 1955) An original illustration for a page from the 1955 Little Golden Book adaptation of “Lady and the Tramp.” Accomplished in Gouache on artists’ paper, the artwork was created by Disney Legend Claude Coats. The artwork measures 6.5”x6” and has been cut out and applied to sturdy cardstock along with text and proof marks in preparation for printing. The entire piece measures 7.25”x10.5”. The artwork is in fine condition. Opening Bid: $300.00

981. A “Lady and the Tramp” Studio Fan Card. (Disney, 1955) A printed studio fan card for Disney’s 1955 feature film, “Lady and the Tramp.” Cards like this one were used for promotional purposes and mailed to fans that requested them. The card is in very good condition with minor wear and yellowing from age. The entire piece measures 10”x8”. Opening Bid: $50.00

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982. Rare Original Artwork From “The Disneyland Story.” (Disney, 1954) A pencil and ink drawing of Davy Crockett, used in the first episode of the Disneyland television series. Davy Crockett was introduced to the world on October 27, 1954. by Walt Disney himself, who announces that Frontierland will present “The songs, tales, and legends of the big men who built the land.” Fess Parker is introduced and while he sings “the Ballad of Davy Crockett” to the public for the first time, this artwork fills the screen to the line “Davy, Davy Crockett, Leading the Pioneers.” at the 8:45 mark of the show.

Presented as originally trimmed to its borders of 5.25”x4” and mounted to 12”x10” pegged artist board for the television production, the art is in fine condition, with light wear to the pegboard from production use, age, and display. An extremely rare piece of Disney Television History. Opening Bid: $500.00

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board, and has been signed by Earle at the lower right. The painting measures an impressive 22.75”x10” and is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $12,000.00

leaus to be viewed through stone arches as guests walked through the inner Castle. This incredible original painting is one of Earle’s early concepts for the walkthrough, accomplished in gouache on art

which was still in production at the time. Walt entrusted Eyvind Earle, who served as production designer and color stylist for the feature film, to create a series of color concept paintings of potential tab -

land. When Walt Disney tasked Imagineers with creating a centerpiece attraction for his park, they opted for a Castle walkthrough attraction featuring dioramas that would tell the story of Sleeping Beauty,

983. A Sleeping Beauty Castle Concept by Eyvind Earle. (Disneyland, 1957) A stunning original concept painting by Eyvind Earle for the Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough attraction at Disney -

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14”x12”. They are in fine condition with paint intact. The cels have been placed on a color print background (rabbits and bird are on the background). Opening Bid: $1,000.00

985.

An impressive pair of original production cels featuring Maleficent and Diablo from Disney’s 1959 feature film, “Sleeping Beauty.” The cels were originally sold at the Art Corner in Disneyland and were trimmed to 12”x10” at the Studio then placed on a color copy background in preparation for sale. The original Art Corner Label is retained on the reverse. Maleficent and Diablo measure 7.5”x9.5”. The cels are in very good condition with some lifting in the paint in Maleficent’s headdress. Opening Bid: $800.00

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984. Original Production Cels from “Sleeping Beauty.” (Disney, 1959) A pair of original production cels featuring Briar Rose and the Mock Prince from Disney’s 1959 Feature Film, “Sleeping Beauty.” The total image size of the two characters is 7”x9”. The slightly trimmed cels measure Original Production Cels from “Sleeping Beauty.” (Disney, 1959)

987. Original Production Cel from “Sleeping Beauty.” (Disney, 1959) An original production cel of King Hubert from Disney’s 1959 feature film, “Sleeping Beauty.” The image of Hubert measures 4”x6” on a slightly trimmed 8”x10.5” cel. The piece is in very good condition with a chip in the paint in Hubert’s leg. Opening Bid: $100.00

986. Original Production Drawings From “Sleeping Beauty” (Disney, 1959) A pair of original production drawings featuring Maleficent and matching flame effects from Disney’s 1959 feature film, “Sleeping Beauty.” Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil, the image of Maleficent measures 10”x7.5” and the flames measure 7.5”x5.5”. Both are on untrimmed 15.5”x12.5” animation paper. The drawings are in fine condition with expected wear from age and use. Opening Bid: $500.00

988. A Production Cel from “Donald In Mathmagic Land.” (Disney, 1959) An original production cel of Donald Duck from Disney’s 1959 featurette, “Donald in Mathmagic Land.” The cel of Donald has been paired with a cel of the American Flag from another production. The cels were paired and trimmed at the studio in preparation for sale through the Art Corner at Disneyland. The total image size of Donald and the flag is 4”x5.5”. The entire piece measures 8”x10” and still retains the original mat and Disneyland Gold Sticker on the reverse. Opening Bid: $100.00

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989. Walt Disney Presents “Peter & the Wolf” Original Cel. (Disney, 1960) A stunning original production cel featuring the characters from the “Peter and the Wolf” segment of Make Mine Music. The cel is from the Walt Disney Presents TV show titled “This Is Your Life Donald Duck” which premiered on March 11th, 1960. With an image size of 27.5”x7” on a 32.5”x12.5” cel, the piece is in very fine condition. Opening Bid: $500.00

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990. “It’s a Small World” Concept Painting by Mary Blair. (Disneyland, 1965) An original concept painting created by Disney Legend Mary Blair for It’s a Small World at Disneyland. This painting depicts Blair’s stylized concept for the attraction’s iconic facade. After the attraction’s incredible success at the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair, Walt wanted to bring the attraction to Disneyland as a permanent installation. The attraction needed a new facade for its installation at the park, and Walt called on Blair, who also contributed heavily to the original World’s Fair iteration, to design it. The painting is accomplished in acrylic on artist’s board and measures 14”x18”. In fine condition. Opening Bid: $15,000.00

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF AUCTION

1. This auction is presented by Love of Art, LLC. The auction is conducted under the terms and conditions set forth herein and applicable state and local laws. Announcements on the day of auction, whether printed or announced from the podium, shall supersede those in the printed catalogue.

2. Buyer’s Premium: All bids are subject to a Buyer’s Premium which shall be added to all placed successful bids.

3. Bidders and Buyers Bound: All persons placing bids, participating or registering in the auction agree to be bound by, and accept, the Terms and Conditions of the auction.

4. Qualification: All Bidders must meet auctioneers qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of the auctioneer may be disqualified at auctioneer’s sole option and will not be awarded any lots. Such determination may be made by the auctioneer in his sole and absolute discretion prior to, during, and after the close of any auction.

5. Exclusion: The auctioneer reserves the right to exclude any persons of entity: (a) from bidding, or (b) from the floor of the auction on the day of sale.

6. Guaranty: If any entity places any bid, then the individual actually placing the bid shall guaranty payment for any successful bid.

7. Credit: Bidders shall establish credit with the auctioneer prior to placing bids. Auctioneer shall be the sole determiner of whether or not credit of any Bidder is satisfactory to auctioneer. If Bidder is not known to auctioneer, a proposed Bidder shall furnish satisfactory credit information (”SCI”) at least five business days prior to the auction. Such SCI shall include two credit references, a social security number, and appropriate credit card information. Auctioneer reserves the right to make a credit check of any proposed Bidder and such Bidder consents to the making of such a credit check. The acceptance of checks is in the auctioneer’s sole discretion and may be based on a variety of criteria, such as a credit bureau report, a bank check, or otherwise. The auctioneer will accept, up to five business days prior to the date of the auction, deposits for bidding, if the check is a local check; or up to 10 business days before deposit if the check is not a local check. Such deposits will be kept in an attorney’s trust account, and shall not be applied to any payment absent a successful recognized bid. Those bidding on the Internet must pre-register at least one business day before the auction and bids will not be accepted if pre-registration has not occurred.

8. Bidding Procedures by Mail or Fax: All mail or fax bids shall be signed.

9. Bidding Increments: The bidding increments shall be utilized as specified in Paragraph 15; and if any bid does not so conform, the bid will be lowered to the highest increment lower than the mail bid. Non-internet bids (such as, for example only, bids from the podium, fax, mail, or telephone bids) shall be treated similarly to floor bids in that the bidding increments shall be utilized; and if the bid does not so conform, the bid will be lowered to the highest increment that is lower than the bid. Any Bidder may once in an auction for a particular lot bid a “half-increment”. Once a “half-increment” bid is accepted no other half-increment bids will be accepted on that particular lot. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein the auctioneer may solicit or accept bids that are not incremental in nature.

10. Identical Bids: Preference will be given to the bid first received.

11. Execution of Bids by Auctioneer: Auctioneer is not responsible for errors in your bids. CHECK YOUR BIDS BEFORE SUBMITTING THEM TO THE AUCTIONEER. Auctioneer is not responsible for any failure in executing mail or fax bids received on the day of the auction or later. All written bids should be received two business days before the auction. Auctioneer is not responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, FAX, email, Internet, or in person, once the auction begins. Electronically placed bids may not be withdrawn.

12. Technology Failure: In the event that auctioneer experiences an outage of the Internet, or telephone service the auctioneer may extend the time for bidding on any lot in the auction. The auctioneer reserves the right to “take a break” for any reason during the course of the auction.

13. Delivery of Lots: Lots won by Bidders will not be delivered on the day of the auction. All items must be shipped, or they will be held for pick-up at a time when deemed permissible by local regulations pertaining to the Covid-19 virus.

14. Transfer of Title: Title to any lot shall only transfer after payment is successfully received in full by the auctioneer, including the Buyer’s Premium, any sales tax applicable, and any shipping or other charges.

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16. Auctioneer May Submit Items to Auction: The auctioneer, his employees or affiliates, may consign items to the auction.

17. Auctioneer May Grant Concessions to Consignors or Bidders: The auctioneer, in his discretion, may extend guarantees, loans, or advances to consignors. The auctioneer reserves the right to extend additional credit by way of extended payment terms at its sole discretion.

18. Minimum or Nominal Bids: The auctioneer will set a minimum bid before a lot can be sold. Bids below the minimum bid may not be accepted or recognized by the auctioneer. Further, nominal bids, or small opening bids, or very nominal advances in the bidding may not be recognized by the auctioneer, in its sole discretion. Any lot not receiving any recognized bid shall be passed.

19. Winner of Lot: The highest qualified bidder recognized by the auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the bid received first by the auctioneer shall prevail. If there is a dispute among Bidders, the auctioneer may in his sole and absolute discretion re-offer the lot. There are times when a bid may not be recognized by the auctioneer; in that situation the recognized bid will be the winning bid regardless of whether or not the competing, but unrecognized bid, may have been higher. The auctioneer may in his absolute discretion re-open the bidding immediately after closing a lot to accept any bid in error not previously recognized.

20. Good Faith Bidding: Auctioneer reserves the right to honor any bid or to limit the amount of any bid. All bids must be made in good faith. A bid is not made in good faith, if it is made by an insolvent or irresponsible person, a minor, or if made in excess of any applicable credit limit.

21. Lots: All lots will be sold in numerical order (unless a lot is re-offered) and will not be broken. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close of the entire auction, any lot.

22. Rescission of Sale of Lot: Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale of any lot in the event of non-payment, disputed ownership, clerical error, clerical omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason in the auctioneer’s sole and absolute discretion.

23. Lots Sold After Auction: In some cases lots will be sold after the auction. The Terms and Conditions apply to those sales as well.

24. Payment in Dollars: All sales are strictly for cash; and payment must be made in United States Dollars.

25. Amount of Payment: All deliveries, and transfers of title, are subject to the full payment of all monies due for the lot, including the payment of the separate Buyer's Premium. The Buyer's Premium shall be 18% of the highest successful recognized bid for inperson, phone, or absentee bidding; 21% for bids placed through internet platforms. Auctioneer retains the Buyer's Premium as its own property.

26. Payment Terms: Payment is due upon the closing of the auction sessions, or upon presentation of an invoice. If payment in full is not received within (7) calendar days after the close of the auction, or within (5) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later, the auctioneer may in its sole and absolute discretion, void the sale. If the sale is voided for non-payment the successful bidder shall still owe the auctioneer its fees. Sales tax will be collected from any successful bidder unless the appropriate certificate is on file with the auctioneer at least five business days before the first date set for the auction. If the successful bidder choses to send an “echeck”, electronic funds transfer, or ACH payment, and it does not clear, the bidder authorizes the auctioneer to use the credit card on file. If payment is not made the auctioneer reserves the right to sell the lot to any under-bidder or in any future auction; any difference in the realized proceeds shall be the responsibility of the non-paying successful first bidder

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Increments of Bidding: Range: Multiple: $10 to $100 $10 $100 to $500 $25 $500 to $1,000 $50 $1,000 to $2,000 $100 $2,000 to $5,000 $250 $5,000 to $10,000 $500 $10,000 to $20,000 $1,000 $20,000 to $50,000 $2,500 $50,000 to $100,000 $5,000 $100,000 to $250,000 $10,000 $250,000 and up Auctioneer’s Discretion
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27. Pick Up, Shipping, and Insurance Concerns: It is the Buyer's responsibility to pick up the lot being purchased, or make arrangements at his own cost, for packing, shipping, and handling. It is the Buyer's duty and obligation to insure the lot from the date that title transfers to the successful Bidder, i.e., upon the receipt of full payment by the Auctioneer (the "TRANSFER DATE"). Risk of loss passes to the Buyer on the TRANSFER DATE. Delivery costs and insurance during delivery are the responsibility of the Buyer. Frames are sold as-is. Auctioneer is not responsible for damage to a framed item during shipment. Such breakage shall not be the basis for return for any lot. All items must be shipped, or will be held for pick-up at a time when deemed permissible by local regulations pertaining to the Covid-19 virus.

28. Interest: Any unpaid invoice will bear interest at the highest rate allowed by California law.

29. Attorney’s Fees: In the event that it in necessary for the auctioneer to employ an attorney the successful Bidder agrees to pay reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

30. Security Interest Granted: The successful Bidder grants a security interest in the lot being sold to secure the payment of the invoice. The successful bidder grants a possessory lien as well to the auctioneer. Auctioneer shall have the rights granted under Article 9 of the California Commercial Code including but not limited to the right of sale.

31. No Warranties: NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY DESCRIPTION IN THE CATALOGUE OR ON THE DAY OF AUCTION. Descriptions are only being presented for the benefit of those bidders who have not had the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding and no description in the catalogue shall create any warranty. Color variations are to be expected and are not the basis for any return of any lot. Auctioneer is only selling the right, title, and interest of any lot that has been consigned to the Auctioneer by virtue of any consignment agreements. The Auctioneer disclaims any warranty of fitness or merchantability.

32. Disclaimer of Damages; Sole Remedies: Auctioneer disclaims any damages, consequential or otherwise. Auctioneer shall not be responsible for consequential damages, incidental damages, compensatory damages, or any other damages. Up to the date that the auctioneer pays the consignor (45 days after the close of the auction sessions), and in the event that Auctioneer cannot deliver a lot, or if it is established that the lot lacks title, or some other transfer or condition issue is claimed, the sole remedy of the Bidder up to a date six months after the close of the auction sessions shall be the rescission of the sale and the refund of any amount paid by the Buyer. After the consignor is paid by the auctioneer the sole remedy of the Buyer is against the consignor, and vice versa.

33. Statements are Opinions: In consideration of participation in the auction, and the placing of a bid, Bidder expressly releases auctioneer, its officers, directors, employees, affiliates, outside experts, and attorneys the (”RELEASEES”) from any and all claims, causes of action, in law or in equity, direct or indirect, known or unknown that he/she/it may have with respect to the auction, the catalogue, the conduct of the auction, or the lots being purchased. By not complying with the terms of this Release, Bidder waives any and all claims against the RELEASEES. A bidder or buyer acknowledges that there is a risk that subsequent to the execution of this Agreement, one or more of them will discover facts or will discover, suffer, or incur claims and/or damages relating to the subject matter of this release, which were unknown or unanticipated at the time of the auction, which, if known on that date may have materially affected their respective decisions to give the herein release. Despite this knowledge and understanding, each bidder and buyer agrees that it is assuming the risk of such unknown and unanticipated facts and claims, and in connection herewith, each hereby expressly waives any and all rights under California Civil Code Section 1542, which section has been explained to and is understood by each party and which reads as follows: “A general release does not extend to claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him must have materially affected his settlement with the debtor ”

34: Arbitration: By placing a bid in the auction, a Bidder agrees to the dispute resolution set forth herein. All disputes shall be arbitrated by the American Arbitration Association in Los Angeles County, California. Costs shall be split equally among all parties. This replaces the right to go to court, including the right to a jury trial.

35. Prohibited Activities: Any agreement between consignors and bidders to sell by private sale any lot, or to effect a non-sale of an item at auction is prohibited and auctioneer reserves the right to collect from the bidder the Buyer’s Premium.

36. Special Notice: Auctioneer has in compliance with Title 2.95 of the California Civil Code, Section 1812.600 posted with the California Secretary of State a bond. The auction is being conducted in compliance with Section 2338 of the California Commercial Code and Section 535 of the California Penal Code.

37. SALE OF AUTOGRAPHED MEMORABILIA: AS REQUIRED BY LAW, A DEALER WHO SELLS TO A CONSUMER ANY MEMORABILIA DESCRIBED AS BEING AUTOGRAPHED MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY AT THE TIME OF SALE. THIS DEALER MAY BE SURETY BONDED OR OTHERWISE INSURED TO ENSURE THE AUTHENTICITY OF ANY COLLECTIBLE SOLD BY THIS DEALER.

38.The photos within are of objects privately owned and for purposes of sale, but the items and photographs themselves may contain intellectual property that is copyright protected by Disney or its affiliates. Use of photos in this catalog is prohibited without written permission. Buyer is purchasing the physical item, but not the rights to reproduce or commercially display without the written consent of the Disney Worldwide Services and all its affiliates.

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Phone & Absentee Bidder List

Please type or print legibly. This form can be emailed to auction@vegalleries.com or faxed to: (818) 788-2368 or mailed to:

Van Eaton Galleries

13613 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 For more info, please call (818) 788-2357

Van Eaton Galleries uses the increments in the chart to the right. To keep an orderly bidding structure, please place your bids within this framework.

For absentee bidders only. (You instruct us to execute each absentee bid up to the corresponding bid amount indicated below) * Emergency Bid: A maximum bid (exclusive of Buyer’s Premium and tax) to be executed by Van Eaton Galleries only if we are unable to contact you by telephone or should the connection be lost during bidding.

Lot Number

Title/Description (In the event of any discrepancy, lot number and not lot description will govern.)

Maximum bid in US$ (excluding premium and applicable tax) Emergency Bid for telephone bidders only*

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