RM: The Al Wiseman Collection - Memorabilia 2007-11-30 Auction - 475 Price Results - RM | Sotheby's in IN
RM: The Al Wiseman Collection - Memorabilia
308: Cast Metal Goddess Lamps
448: Gulf Gas Pump
533: Filmup Tavern Novelty Display
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Auburn, IN, United States
Auction Details

RM: The Al Wiseman Collection - Memorabilia

RM Auctions is proud to offer without reserve, the esteemed private collection of Al Wiseman on November 30th and December 1st in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The product of several decades of selected accumulation, the collection is comprised of approximately 80 motor cars, dating from the late 1800s through the mid 1990s, as well as 50 vintage scooters and motorcycles. In addition, several hundred lots of collectibles will be offered, which include barber shop items, pedal cars, vintage and neon signs, popcorn and peanut machines, gas pumps and much, much more.
SOLD
Royal Standard Typewriter: "Royal Standard; 16""x11""x14.5"" This vintage example of a Royal Standard Model 10 comes complete with ribbon. Original, somewhat weathered condition. "
Est.
$100
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$200
SOLD
Mailboxes: " Lot includes three cast iron wall mount mail boxes in original, slightly weathered condition. "
Est.
$100
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$150
SOLD
Antique Self-Propelled Lawn Sprinkler: " This clever cast iron device utilizes water pressure to propel itself along a length of garden hose as its rotating nozzles spray the lawn. "
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
Wicker Baby Carriage: " This turn of the century carriage exudes Victorian charm through its delicate wicker work and scrolled accents. Tasteful new upholstery and a pleasing patina make it an attractive show piece. "
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
Grinding Wheel: "30""x27""x8"" Original condition. "
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
Foot-Powered Grinding Wheel: " This original foot-powered grinding wheel uses a stone wheel and pedal power to accomplish tasks. In original, unrestored condition. "
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
Coal-fired House Stove: "Athens Stove Works; This cast iron and metal stove features a scrolled openwork design and a painted wood finish. Circa 1940, it remains a presentable piece. "
Est.
$400
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$600
SOLD
Potbelly Stove: " An original, early 20th century cast iron stove in presentable, unrestored condition. "
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Cast Iron Tombstones: " In the late 1800s, cast iron tombstones were considered durable and economical alternatives to stone monuments. One example is in original condition, the other is restored with painted details.
Est.
$400
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$600
SOLD
Period Telephones: " Lot includes an original Bakelite rotary phone in working condition as well as an original wooden cabinet wall phone made by Kellogg. "
Est.
$500
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$700
SOLD
Butter Churn: "8""x49""x8"" Wooden butter churn. "
Est.
$200
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$300
SOLD
Commercial Cabbage Chopping Machine: " This vintage hand-operated machine combines a spinning drum with a chopping blade that operates at the turn of a crank. In original, operational condition. "
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
Butter Churn: "Dazey Churn & Manufacturing Co.; Manufactured by the Dazey Churn & Manufacturing Co., this example has received a professional restoration. Still ready to churn today, its wooden paddle is
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Enterprise Coffee Mills: " Lot includes two period coffee mills, both manufactured by Enterprise Manufacturing Co. The first, Model #2, features cast iron construction, dual hand cranks and a wood base. It has acquired a
Est.
$400
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$600
SOLD
Elgin National Coffee Mill: " Manufactured by C.H.Woodruff & Co., circa 1890, this elegant cast iron coffee mill features painted scroll work designs, a lovely mellow patina and appears to remain in operable condition. "
Est.
$1,500
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$1,750
SOLD
Commercial Meat Grinder: " This period, belt-driven apparatus is in original, unrestored condition. "
Est.
$200
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$300
SOLD
Period Household Appliances: " Lot includes a potato chip maker, cast iron kettle and gas burner, rare barrel-shaped butter churn, pill machine, miniature air compressor, a Star window shade cutter and a Monarch ticket printer.
Est.
$1,500
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$1,800
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " This early, rudimentary example incorporates a simple wooden tub mounted on a washstand. On the tub is a ridged wooden wheel through which laundry would be fed, followed by a pass through the
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " This early example features a wooden tub and agitator and a rubber clothes wringer. "
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Vintage "Improved Whirl" Washing Machine: " This model utilizes interior wood pieces with ridged edges which swing horizontally to clean the laundry. "
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " This example's electric-powered copper drum agitates laundry while the electric power wringer prepares laundry for the clothesline. Also included is a Maytag washing machine engine in original,
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " This galvanized metal tub swings in a horizontal motion to clean clothes. It also features a top mounted rubber clothes wringer. "
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " Operating the hand crank causes this metal tub to spin horizontally, agitating the laundry. It also features an top mounted clothes wringer. "
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Vintage Washing Machine: " This example features a metal tub with an interior agitator activated by gear driven hand crank. It also features an Anchor brand top-mounted clothes wringer. "
Est.
$300
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$500