Marvelous Music Auction 2025-06-26 Auction - 524 Price Results - Donley Auctions in IL
Marvelous Music Auction
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Union, IL, United States
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Marvelous Music Auction

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This auction will feature the Larry Donley Antique Phonograph Collection, which has been on display at his Wild West Town Museum for the past 50 years. Some highlight machines have been added from other collectors. Imagine the breathtaking artistry of a Symphonion Eroica Music Box, Style 38 (Lot 1161), a pinnacle of mechanical musical perfection, poised to fill your home with its enchanting melodies. Or perhaps the vibrant spectacle of an Arburo Jazz Orchestrion Band Organ (Lot 1109), a grand machine designed to transport you to the golden age of automated music. Beyond these iconic centerpieces, our diverse offerings include an exceptional range of Vintage Sound Machines & Musical Instruments, alongside elegant Antique Furniture & Decor, and a fascinating array of other Historical Memorabilia & Collectibles. We invite you to experience the allure of these rare finds. Bid with confidence, and make these unparalleled treasures your own. And remember, we are always seeking consignments! Send us photos of your collection at consign@donleyauctions.com, and let us help make your collection "fit in your wallet." Check back often as we're still adding items!
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Framed Thomas Edison Signature Autograph: Beautiful full umbrella signature in pencil on a white card signed Thos A Edison. Card measures approx 4.25" wide, 2.25" tall. Professionally framed and matted. Comes with a letter of authenticity.
Est.
$1,000
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$2,000
SOLD
Life Size Bust of Thomas Edison: Plaster bust of inventor Thomas A. Edison in VG condition. Signed 1932 by HC Statuary Co. In good condition with a heavy chip on the left shoulder. Measures 22" tall 14" wide, 11" deep. Came from a
Est.
$1,000
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$2,000
SOLD
Thomas A. Edison Framed Color Print: Thomas A. Edison Framed Color Print, large color portrait print of Thomas Edison, frame seal never opened, from the Clarence Ferguson Collection, Larry Donley Collection, framed 20” x 25”, see
Est.
$200
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$300
SOLD
Edison Death Headline + 2 Edison Advertisements: This 3 piece lot includes a framed headline from the Grand Rapids Michigan Herald dated October 19th, 1931 with the headline announcing the death of Thomas Edison. In yellowed but VG condition, the
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
14" Plaster Nipper Dog: This 14" heavy plaster Nipper dog is in excellent condition and has nice clean paint with a semi-gloss finish and presents well. See photos. From the Jeff Young Collection.
Est.
$80
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$100
SOLD
1920s 29" Effanbee Mae Star Composition Doll: 1920s 29" Effanbee Mae Starr composition cylinder record phonograph doll with record, perfectly accented human hair and period correct clothing in good overall condition with some age and wear
Est.
$500
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$700
SOLD
Edison 4 Min Wax Cyl - South Pole Exp - Shackleton: This black wax Amberol cylinder #473 is a historical accounting of Lieutenant Shackleton's South Pole Expedition. The cylinder appears to be in good condition. Nice and clean in appearance. A few
Est.
$6,000
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$8,000
SOLD
Lot of 14 Powder Puff Music Boxes: Lot of 13 powder puff music boxes and 1 2002 MBS Annual meeting music box. All working in good condition.
Est.
$100
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$200
SOLD
Vintage Thorens Music Box & Box of Records: Collection includes vintage Thorens wooden music box along with Thorens 5 Disc for 30 Automatic music box still showcased inside original opened packaging. Music box is in very good overall physical
Est.
$100
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$200
SOLD
Antique Table Top Cylindrical Wood Music Box: Antique table top cylindrical wooden 29 comb tooth wooden music box featuring pull back winding handle. Winds and plays beautifully as expected with minor age and wear on case. 4"t x 6"d x 11.5"l.
Est.
$200
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$400
SOLD
Black Forest Music Box & Musical Doll: Carved wood cabin with a 4 tune music box. Lift the roof (lid) and a tune plays. Close the lid and music box will stop after tune. In VG overall condition. Winds and plays, comes with key. Cabin has
Est.
$200
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$300
SOLD
Contemporary Carousel Music Box: Music box is a limited edition by Art, #9310. SN 751/5000 Carousel Series. Canopy and horses made of ceramic with brass poles and a wooden base. The wooden base is supplied by owner, not original to
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
Large Framed Edison Photograph Dealer Display: Large Framed Edison Photograph Dealer Display, fabulous large photograph of Thomas Edison standing with cigar in his hand in original oak frame and matte, original paper seal on back is untouched
Est.
$1,000
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$1,500
Small Organ Grinder Statue: 4" tall silver plated statue of an organ grinder with his monkey. In good condition
Est.
$40
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$60
Lot Passed
SOLD
Zonophone Type A Disc Horn Phono w/Glass Sides: This rare machine in its oak cabinet which features beveled glass sides has its original finish and corner columns which are all nicely in tact and in above average condition. Cabinet also has its
Est.
$1,400
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$2,000
SOLD
(2) 10" Zonophone Test Pressings: (2) 10" Zonophone Test Pressings, first is stamped 791 7726 with hand-written title - Chorus Lady March & Two-Step Orch. Also hand-written is No. 660 7221 "Noodles Two-Step Orch. Both in good
Est.
$100
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$200
SOLD
(23) Sleeves of Antique Zonophone Needles: Collection features (23) vintage unopened Zon O Phone 100 highly refined steel needle packs. Excellent overall condition, perfect addition to your collection and bid accordingly. From The Jeff Young
Est.
$100
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$200
SOLD
Victor Type O Disc Horn Phonograph: This machine in its brown mahogany finished birch cabinet has its original finish is in overall good condition. Has a Victor Exhibition reproducer, tone arm, and horn elbow all have their original
Est.
$600
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$800
SOLD
Rare Zonophone Eclipse Disc Horn Phonograph: This is 1 of only 3 known examples! This rare and unusual machine in its elaborate dark Flemish oak cabinet has its original finish and decal. Is in overall good condition with some finish wear on
Est.
$1,200
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$1,500
SOLD
Standard Talking Machine Model A Disc Horn Phono: This machine in its oak cabinet has been carefully cleaned and conserved and lightly recoated. Has its original decal in good condition. Both cabinet and decal are in good condition and present well.
Est.
$400
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$500