The Ponder Collection 2007-04-21 Auction - 456 Price Results - RM | Sotheby's in IN - Page 7
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2335- 1940S SKIPPY PEDAL CAR2186- FIRESTONE SUPER CRUISER BICYCLE2469- RACING TROPHY
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Auburn, IN, United States
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The Ponder Collection

RM Auctions is delighted to announce the sale of the Gene Ponder Collection with over 60 motor cars as well as 1000 lots of outstanding memorabilia, petroliana, collectibles and nostalgia, all offered without reserve. The Ponder Collection represents over 20 years of astute collecting and features a dazzling array of European and American built motor cars, many of which are one-off examples offered for public sale for the first time in decades, all in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition.
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2146- BRONZE SCULPTURE: A work in bronze by sculptor Lawrence Braun, this piece depicts a body man at work on a fender. The efforts of his labors are already becoming clear, as the fender boasts a smooth finish and a strong
2146: 2146- BRONZE SCULPTUREEst. $1,000-$1,800See Sold Price
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2147- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTURE: Mounted on a marble base, this bronze features a lovely green patina and features a plaque that identifies her as the Spirit of Ecstasy by Charles Sykes.
2147: 2147- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTUREEst. $1,200-$1,600See Sold Price
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2148- AUTOMOTIVE SCULPTURE: This large heavy plaster sculpture has been finished in the style of a bronze. It features a lovely depiction of a roadster at speed, with the gathering wind streaming behind the car. The driver has
2148: 2148- AUTOMOTIVE SCULPTUREEst. $1,800-$2,800See Sold Price
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2149- MG SCULPTURE: This limited edition sculpture(49 of 300) by Lawrence Boyles is entitled "MG TC" and it depicts a driver and navigator at speed in lovely detail. Finished in lustrous shades of copper and bronze,
2149: 2149- MG SCULPTUREEst. $1,200-$1,600See Sold Price
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2150- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTURE: 35x13x15 inches.Entitled "Prancing Horse" Enzo's Dream, this dramatic bronze was produced in a limited edition of 100 by Lorenzo E. Ghiglieri. Featuring a rearing stallion rendered in exquisite
2150: 2150- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTUREEst. $4,000-$6,000See Sold Price
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2151- RACING SCULPTURE: A Bugatti race car stirs up clouds of dust in its wake as it barrels along in a race. The sense of motion captured in this piece is wonderful, and the surface of the bronze features a lovely, mellow
2151: 2151- RACING SCULPTUREEst. $800-$1,200See Sold Price
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2152- BUGATTI SCULPTURE: Created by noted sculptor J. Paul Nesse, this bronze is number 18 of 50 and depicts two racers at speed in a historic Bugatti Tank race car. Nesse has used a polychrome finish to add color to the
2152: 2152- BUGATTI SCULPTUREEst. $2,000-$4,000See Sold Price
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2153- FERRARI BARCHETTA SCULPTURE: This fine art bronze by Steve Posson features a colorful polychrome finish. Entitled "Barchetta", it is number 3 in an edition of 30. With the same smooth, sleek lines as its full sized inspiration,
2153: 2153- FERRARI BARCHETTA SCULPTUREEst. $1,200-$1,800See Sold Price
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2154- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTURE: Offered here is a nearly life-sized version of the classic sculpture by Charles Sykes. Though cast in bronze, the Flying Lady conveys such lightness in her billowing gown. An image known to all
2154: 2154- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTUREEst. $4,000-$6,000See Sold Price
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2155- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTURE: 56x77x23 inches.A powerful rendering of the iconic Ferrari trademark cast in aluminum, the energy of this rearing stallion is palpable. The realistic execution, from his flowing mane and tail to his
2155: 2155- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTUREEst. $3,500-$5,500See Sold Price
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2156- BRONZE WALL MOUNTED SCULPTURE: This attractive piece celebrates the California Mille, depicting a pair of racers motoring along a pastoral, tree lined road. Executed in bronze by renowned sculptor J. Paul Nesse and mounted on a
2156: 2156- BRONZE WALL MOUNTED SCULPTUREEst. $1,000-$1,500See Sold Price
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2157- "A GRAND VITESSE" SCULPTURE: 26x8x8 inches.This stunning example depicts a Bugatti Type 35 piloted by a goggled, helmeted driver. Mounted on a marble and wood base. By Alexander Buchan
2157: 2157- "A GRAND VITESSE" SCULPTUREEst. $8,000-$12,000See Sold Price
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2158- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTURE: This lovely Flying Lady features an attractive, silvery finish. She is mounted on a marble base with a small brass plaque that reads, simply, "Sykes".
2158: 2158- SPIRIT OF ECSTASY SCULPTUREEst. $1,600-$1,900See Sold Price
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2159- BUGATTI SCULPTURE: This stunning bronze is entitled "Surprise at Monaco". It is number 13 of an edition of 24 sculptures released by noted sculptor J. Paul Nesse that celebrates René Dreyfus' victory in the 1930
2159: 2159- BUGATTI SCULPTUREEst. $8,000-$16,000See Sold Price
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2160- DUESENBERG SCULPTURE: 32x12x15 inches."High Gear" by Stanley Wanlass. One of an extremely limited edition of 34, this is a beautiful, highly detailed representation of a couple and their dog enjoying a speedy cruise in a
2160: 2160- DUESENBERG SCULPTUREEst. $18,000-$25,000See Sold Price
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2161- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTURE: 56x72x27 inches.The ultimate showpiece for the Ferrari enthusiast, this impressive life size stallion rears with great energy and passion. Cast with lifelike detail in bronze, the piece is mounted on
2161: 2161- PRANCING HORSE SCULPTUREEst. $3,000-$4,500See Sold Price
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2162- ACCESSORY RADIATOR CAPS: Lot includes a beautifully detailed mascot featuring a polo player astride his pony at the height of his backswing. Both rider and horse are depicted in a very realistic style. The chrome is in good
2162: 2162- ACCESSORY RADIATOR CAPSEst. $1,000-$1,500See Sold Price
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2163- BENTLEY RADIATOR CAP: This presentable radiator cap features the classic flying B. Inscribed with Jos Fray, B'ham.
2163: 2163- BENTLEY RADIATOR CAPEst. $600-$800See Sold Price
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2164- BENTLEY RADIATOR CAP: Large flying B radiator cap in presentable condition. Shows minor discoloration in small, isolated areas.
2164: 2164- BENTLEY RADIATOR CAPEst. $900-$1,300See Sold Price
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2165- PIERCE-ARROW ARCHER MASCOT: This classic mascot entitled "Tireur d'Arc" depicts a kneeling archer taking aim. Designed by W. Schnell for early 1930s Pierce-Arrow automobiles, this example shows slight pitting throughout, and an
2165: 2165- PIERCE-ARROW ARCHER MASCOTEst. $300-$500See Sold Price
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2166- LION AND WASP MASCOTS: This ferocious, leaping lion is in beautiful condition, with mirror-like chrome and wonderful detail. From his big paws to the tip of his tail, this is a dynamic and compelling mascot. Also included
2166: 2166- LION AND WASP MASCOTSEst. $500-$850See Sold Price
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2167- STERLING STSPIRIT OF ECSTASY MASCOT: Lot includes a sterling silver Spirit of Ecstasy Rolls-Royce mascot, signed "Sykes" and RR Ltd. 6.2.1. It bears several maker's marks and is thought to be one of the ones made in the 1970s.
2167: 2167- STERLING STSPIRIT OF ECSTASY MASCOTEst. $1,000-$1,500See Sold Price
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2168- LION MASCOT: This highly presentable mascot depicts a leaping lion, paws outstretched, mouth open in a ferocious roar. The chrome is in excellent condition and the piece is mounted on a polished wood base.
2168: 2168- LION MASCOTEst. $200-$400See Sold Price
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2169- 1930S MG MIDGET MASCOTS: Lot includes three MG Midget mascots in very nice condition. One commemorates 50 years of the TD Midget, one is a limited edition version (74 of 251) commemorating 50 years of the TC Midget, and the
2169: 2169- 1930S MG MIDGET MASCOTSEst. $750-$1,000See Sold Price
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