This auction features a diverse array of vintage bicycles, collectibles, artwork, books and ephemera that are sure to capture the interest of discerning bidders. Highlights include several antique and vintage bicycles from renowned makers like Schwinn, Roadmaster, Columbia and Iver-Johnson dating back to the early 1900s. Of particular note is a rare WWII-era Compax folding paratrooper bicycle manufactured by Westfield.

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For collectors of vintage toys, the auction includes Lionel electric train sets and accessories from the pre-war era through the 1950s. Nostalgic advertising collectibles are also well-represented, with fruit crate labels, product tins, and framed vintage print ads.

Antiques enthusiasts will find a selection of furniture, housewares and decor from the 1800s through mid-20th century. Highlights include an antique Aux Etats Unis Paris leather suitcase circa 1900, a horse tricycle and rocking horse, cast iron shoe lasts, and an early yarn winder. Stoneware crocks, bean pots and jugs from makers like Western are also featured.

Art glass and porcelain collectors will discover paperweights, figurals and tableware from makers like Lladro, Goebel Hummel, Wedgwood and Royal Worcester. Character and novelty ceramic cookie jars depict pop culture icons like Winnie the Pooh and Mrs. Potts.

The auction also presents a curated selection of antique and vintage books spanning the 18th-20th centuries. An illustrated 1796 children's Bible and other 1700s religious texts are complemented by first editions like an 1843 Sir Francis Drake biography and an 1850 work on Daniel Boone illustrated with engraved plates.

Artwork ranges from a Walter Lantz Andy Panda seriograph to framed antique theorem paintings and vintage Pearl Jam concert posters. Collectible toy highlights include Radio Flyer wagons celebrating pop culture characters.

Other unique items include a countertop display case for Curlox hair nets, a collection of pince nez and early 20th century eyeglasses, Black Forest carved wood figurals, gilt metal Art Nouveau figurals, and a framed Arctic exploration print from an 1887 expedition.

Bid Online now through Thursday, June 13th at alderferauction.com. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute. 

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Wednesday June 12th, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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