California - Collectibles and Curiosities

rare unique backgammon game set, circa 1950's , potafolio the set has a corck board , and wood chips the case shows normal wear and patina due to age.

A lovely little group of three Victorian Match safes and little trinket boxes. One is horn with silver inlay. It opens with a press of the side lever. Another is in miniature wood ...

Carl Aubo¨ck model #5663 'Shell' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass. Price is per item...

Torben Ørskov & Hans Bolling Puzzle Cube, Denmark, c.1960.

Zeiss Ikon Contina Camera with Novar-Anastigmat 45mm F3.5 Prontor SVS. Zeiss Ikon Contina 35mm RF style camera with a 45mm f/3.5 Novar-Anastigmat prime lens. Cosmetically in great co...

ABOUT Price is per collection. 3 collections available. (1st set, image #1 has sold) Please specify which set to purchase. Decorative only. Original cobbler's wooden shoe forms. S...

A vintage circular stone ashtray. Beautiful natural variation to the dark black and gray stone. Carved horse design around the sides.

Carl Auböck chess set, originally designed in the 1950s. Authorized re-edition of a design originally produced by Carl Auböck III. This set is handm...

Curtis Jeré Chrome Plated Tic Tac Toe Set on Charcoal Black Marble Base, ca 70s This is a great decorative item or useful piece for a collector and admirer of vintage games or of Cu...

The Beovox Cona, designed in beautifully austere fashion by David Lewis and now permanently in the MOMA collection, was the first B&O subwoofer loudspeaker. It was specifically inten...

ABOUT A vintage portable Underwood Champion Four bank typewriter in grey finish and original case. This typewriter is very clean and in good working order. It has smooth typing and ...

A Hand Crafted Decorative Model of a Sailing Ship, similar to the USS constitution, however not labeled as such. The wooden body is painted and the fabric on the fully crooked sails...

Carl Auböck Model #4500 'Lucky Pig' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polish...

Insane Louis Vuitton x Karl Lagerfeld boxing glove set. 1/25 ever made. Brand new, sealed, and untouched. Kit comes with two Louis Vuitton boxing gloves...

Moroccan Moorish Persian Inlaid Micro Mosaic Backgammon and Chess Board. Intricately inlaid handcrafted Moorish Persian backgammon and chess checker...

Carl Aubo¨ck Model #5600 'Heart' Solid Brass Keyring w/ Signature. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricate...

ABOUT A set of antique putty knives with Rosewood, Mahogany and brass handles. CREATOR Embee, Red Devil DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1920-1950. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel...

An extremely rare Columbia Studios motion picture reel case with three reels of 35mm movie "Tarzana", circa 1969. The case was manufactured by Goldberg...

Vintage 'DIXIELAND' themed pinball machine from 1968. Made by Bally's. In excellent working condition. Great visuals and sounds. Fun paced gameplay. Game has two small flippers, whic...

ABOUT An early 20th c. wooden foosball table top with distressed, painted metal Mexican soccer players, rubber handles and metal "Gebar" branded ashtrays on each end. Original paint...

This vintage portable Gucci backgammon set is a handsome throwback for any interior. Massive scale. Double the size of other vintage Gucci backgammon sets. Resembling a suitcase, the...

Carl Auböck model #5732 'Hand' brass figurine keyring. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural object is hand fabricated in polished brass. Price is per item....

Design commissioned by JG Switzer from a Ukranian plush toy artist, and sewn in our workshop from fluffy fur scraps, Little JG Rabbit is for Bigs and Littles...

Hard to find Rolling Stones tour '24 VIP gift box set - "Hackney Diamonds", circa 2024. The boxed set is in unused condition and includes a wireless phone charger, coffee cup, noteb...

Mid-century modern polished brass menorah, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 7.75"W x 2"D x 4.75"H. #3788

Vintage 'SPACE MISSION' pinball machine from 1976. 4 players can play. Made by Williams Electronics. In excellent working condition, recently restored. Great visuals and sounds. Extr...

Stunning 1930s Art Deco silver cigarette case with Gold inlay by Marathon, straight out of the golden age of Hollywood! It features gold pin stripes on a silver body with geometric p...

This cool vintage original radio shortwave by Phillips, circa 1950s with bakelite knobs in cream color case, the radio works but it takes a while to war...

About An original ventriloquist dummy. Painted composite head with movable mouth. Hole in the back for your hand to manipulate the mouth and rotate the head. Fabric clothes, wooden ...

Superbly detailed Enola Gay B-29 Boeing super fortress LIMITED EDITION bomber model signed by pilot, Paul Tibbetts by Danbury Mint, circa 2000s. The Enola Gay was named after Tibbets...

A Very Fine German 19th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Walnut Bechstein Concert Grand Piano, Serial No. 5655. The beautifully crafted Grand piano, raised on three tapered barrel shaped legs, with an intricately carved ornate music desk and original keys. Circa: 1872. Length: 80 inches (203.2 cm) Width: 59 inches: (149.9 cm) Height (top closed): 38 5/8 inches (98.1 cm) C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik AG (also known as Bechstein) is a German manufacturer of pianos, established in 1853 by Carl Bechstein. Before Bechstein Young Carl Bechstein studied and worked in France and England as a piano craftsman, before he became an independent piano maker. His first pianos were made for other companies. C. Bechstein C. Bechstein piano factory was founded on 1 October 1853 by Carl Bechstein in Berlin, Germany. Carl Bechstein set out to manufacture a piano able to withstand the great demands imposed on the instrument by the virtuosi of the time, such as Franz Liszt. In 1857, Hans von Bülow (Liszt's son-in-law) gave the first public performance on a Bechstein grand piano by performing Liszt's Piano Sonata in B minor in Berlin By 1870, with endorsements from Franz Liszt and Hans von Bülow, Bechstein pianos had become a staple in many concert halls and private mansions. By that time three piano makers, all of which were founded in 1853, became established as the industry leaders across the world: Bechstein, Blüthner and Steinway & Sons. In 1881 Bechstein began supplying pianos to Queen Victoria. A gilded art-case piano was delivered to Buckingham Palace, followed by several more Bechstein pianos to Windsor Castle and other royal residences. By January 1886 they were among the piano manufacturers holding a Royal Warrant as a supplier to the Queen. Several British embassies across the world acquired Bechstein pianos. In 1885, Bechstein opened a branch in London, that eventually grew to become the largest showroom and dealership in Europe. By 1890 showrooms had been opened in Paris, Vienna, and Saint Petersburg. On 31 May 1901, Bechstein Hall, built at a cost of £100,000, was opened next to the company's London showroom at 36-40 Wigmore Street. Between 1901 and 1914, C. Bechstein was the largest piano dealership in London. At that time, Bechstein was patronized by the tsars of Russia, the royal families of Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Austria and Denmark, and other royalty and aristocracy. The list of royal clients of Bechstein may be found on the soundboard of vintage Bechstein pianos made before the Second World War. The list is part of the original Bechstein trademark logo; it can be seen under the strings in the center of a piano's soundboard. The signature of Carl Bechstein The years from the 1870s through 1914 brought Bechstein their most dramatic increase in sales. In 1880 a second Bechstein factory was opened in Berlin, and the third factory was opened in 1897 in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Production reached 3,700 pianos annually in 1900, and 4,600 in 1910, making Bechstein the largest German manufacturer of high-end pianos. At that time, about three quarters of production went to international markets, especially Britain and the Commonwealth, and Russia. Carl Bechstein died in 1900, and the Bechstein company continued to operate under the management of his sons. Between 1900 and 1914 C. Bechstein was one of the leading piano makers in the world, employing 1,200 craftsmen and workers by 1913 and making five thousand pianos per year. First World War C. Bechstein suffered huge property losses in London, Paris, and St. Petersburg during World War I. The largest loss was in London. Although the company's position in the United Kingdom was initially unaffected, with the company still listed as holding a Royal Warrant in January 1915, Warrants to both King George V, and his wife Queen Mary were cancelled on 13 April 1915. Bechstein was not the only musical concern to be affected by growing anti-German sentiment: there were earlier attempts, led by William Boosey, to boycott German music altogether. In 1915, despite being a Baronet and Privy Counsellor, Sir Edgar Speyer, who was then funding the Proms, was forced to leave the country. Following the passing of the Trading with the Enemy Amendment Act 1916 the British arm of the company was wound-up on 5 June 1916, all Bechstein property, including the concert hall and showrooms full of pianos, were seized as "enemy property" and closed. In 1916 the hall was sold as alien property at auction to Debenhams for £56,500. It was renamed Wigmore Hall, and then re-opened under the new name in 1917. All 137 Bechstein pianos at the Bechstein showrooms were confiscated too, and became property of the new owner of the Hall. After a dispute with his brother, Edwin Bechstein left the company and was paid off. Eventually the Bechstein factory resumed full-scale production during the 1920s. At that time, technical innovations and inventions of new materials and tools, as well as improvements in piano design and construction, had allowed Bechstein to become one of the leading piano makers again. The most successful models were the updated "A"-185 and "B"-208 grand pianos. The upright pianos became more popular after the war, and C. Bechstein were successful with its upright pianos Model-8 and Model-9, both of which have been considered the finest upright pianos. As the company was changed into a joint-stock company 1923, Edwin Bechstein and his wife Helene, bought themselves back into the company as shareholders. In 1930 the company collaborated with German electrical goods manufacturer Siemens under Nobel laureate Walther Nernst to produce one of the first electric pianos...

‘Pipeliner’ model Lightning Bolt surfboard shaped by Gerry Lopez in 2024. Bold yellow deck tint with classic black wrapped rails/bottom and red pinstripe detail. Hand shaped from a Clark Foam...

This wonderful toy will give anyone joy when they see it in operation. Just pull the lever down on the right side, let it go, and watch Howdy fly around the bar. Please check out o...

Fabulous round natural conch shell for tabletop decor. Great addition to your boho chic inspired interiors and table tops.

Middle Eastern Yemeni Jambiya, which is the name for the Arabic dagger. Comes with a very thick hand embroidered belt with intricate designs and ornate ...

A very well made vintage wood and bronze cannon model, circa 1970s. The piece is in good condition with nice detailing and measures 4.5"W x 8.5"D x 3.5"H. #3810

ABOUT A "No. 1 Pocket Kodak" folding camera. The body of camera is all leather with a leather handle and it folds smoothly closed to 1.25 inches. This camera has retained its orig...

Edition: Whoopi Goldberg. Sumo-size: 50.0 x 69.0 cm (19.7 x 27.2 in.), 476 pages, Hardcover (incl. 6 fold-outs) with supplement book (INT-Edition) and bookstand designed by Marc Newson. Editor: Annie Leibovitz, Benedikt Taschen, Simone Philippi. Contributing authors: Steve Martin, Graydon Carter, Annie Leibovitz, Hans Ulrich Obrist, Paul Roth. Limited to a total of 10,000 copies, all signed by Annie Leibovitz: (No. 1,001–10,000 Collector‘s Edition) is available in 4 different dust jackets that collectors can choose from: Whoopi Goldberg; Keith Haring; David Byrne and Patti Smith and (No. 1–1,000 Art Edition) is limited to 1,000 copies, bound in leather, each numbered and signed by Annie Leibovitz, comes with all 4 dust jackets and a Fine Art print: Keith Haring, New York City, 1986, size: 50.0 x 69.0 cm (19.7 x 27.2 in.) The ultimate portrait collection of the most famous celebrities, by the most well known photographer in the world, from Annie Leibovitz's 40 years in photography (including a large number of previously unseen images from her archives). 500 of the most celebrated people from the worlds of music, cinema, TV, art, fashion, theater, literature, politics, and sports are featured in a size, scale and printing quality never before seen. 240 photos in total. Comes with specially designed limited edition Marc Newson book Stand...

Vintage Marble Large Chess Set with hand carved Turquoise Onyx Pieces Vintage mid 20th century Mexican stone marble chess set complete chess board in ...

Gorgeous late 19th century gilt wood barometer thermometer made in Italy in the Louis XVI or baroque taste. The large barometer features a large carve...

1940s Vornado vintage antique electric fan powerful and silent. Art Deco era electric table desk top fan with modern industrial design. Has one ...

18th-19th Century Portrait Miniature of Mother and Child 4x2.75x.1/8

Rare – 1987 Franklin Mint ‘The Raj’ Chess Set "The RAJ" hand painted India-British War 1857, Franklin Mint highest quality metal chess set game year 1...

German sterling silver cigarette case with a sapphire stone. This exquisite German sterling silver cigarette case is a masterpiece of timeless de...

Art Deco Airplane Sculpture of the Boeing 314 Clipper Cast Aluminium. Aluminum desk model inspired by the Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, showcasing the iconic Boeing 312 Pan Am Flying Clipper Boat design. This metal airplane...

Greta Garbo Limited Edition Mont Blanc Ballpoint Rollerball pen with pearl. Montblanc honors Greta Garbo in the form of another mystical writing i...

Vintage 'TIME ZONE' pinball machine from 1972. Made by Bally Manufacturing Corporation and designed by Jim Patla. In excellent working condition. Great visuals and sounds. Extremely ...

From the Ramakien a Thai Ramayana. A scene from Ramakian or Ramayan, the Indian epic Lakshman riding in a chariot along with Rama and Sita sitting in the back. After his victory over Ravana, Sri Rama prepares to leave for Ayodhya, Rama now told Vibheeshan that there was just one more day...

Original late 1920s red enamel tabletop lighter features a classic lift arm design Made in France. This large tabletop lighter is in working order and is sure to add class to any roo...

Collection of 9 Rolls-Royce automobile hardcover books. Featuring books printed in the United Kingdom and United States. The collection includes 9 books. 1. Rolls-Royce by L.J.K. S...

ABOUT Antique metal veterinarian serum syringe with two needle attachments and original box and label. Engraved on both sides. CREATOR O.M. Franklin Serum Company. DATE O...

For your consideration, a vintage boat or sailboat rudder. Solid mahogany wood. Decorative item that can serve as wall or table sculpture. Perfect decoration for any industrial or ma...

For your consideration, a vintage modern custom made wood plane. Stamped underneath "HANDCRAFTED by The Toy Maker". Dimensions: 5.75" H x 10.75" L x 10.5" W Please visit take a lo...

Antique prayer book in Hebrew ("Tephilath Israel" meaning "Prayer of Israel") published in Vienna in 1894 by Jos. Schlesinger. The book is made with a binding of celluloid over cloth...

Vintage 'Sky Divers' pinball machine from 1964. Designed by Ted Zale and manufactured by Bally Manufacturing Co. Only 2,250 produced. In excellent working condition. Great visuals an...

Vintage 1976 ‘Shoot Out’ arcade rifle game manufactured by Chicago Coin Machine Manufacturing Company. Large Dale-style gun game. This machine is housed i...

Michael Jackson Opus Large heavy collector coffee table book. "The Official Michael Jackson Opus" is the definitive publication about the ‘King of...

Miami: Trends and Traditions Hardcover Book by Beth Dunlop and Roberto Schezen.Miami: Trends and Traditions is the first volume in a series of books documenting significant architectural interiors and important houses - both familiar and seldom seen - in favorite cities around the globe.Photographer Roberto Schezen, together with architectural critic Beth Dunlop, explores Miami's great architectural treasures, from well-known landmarks, including Vizcaya, the Morris Lapidus apartment, and the Delano Hotel...

Rosita Comannder Luxus stereo system, 1970’s. Equip with Phillips record player, cassette deck, AM/FM radio and built-in speakers. In good vintage condition.

Turkish Style Hardcover November 1, 1992 by Stephane Yerasimos (Author), Kaya Dincer. The Turkish home is a living tradition whose refinement has continued uninterrupted for over 10,...