BID HISTORY
Model Car Collection
Sale closed on
Thursday, January 18th 2018 at 8:00 PM EST
Thursday, January 18th 2018 at 8:00 PM EST
Black Rock Galleries is pleased to present, as part of a series of three auctions, this outstanding assortment of vintage model cars from a lifetime collection of a renowned New York interior designer and decorating dynamo. His singular interests in modern/contemporary artwork, model cars, and Americana are evident throughout this auction series. Every item offered in this lifetime assemblage is a slice of this gentleman’s vibrant and illustrious life and career legacy.
Highlights of this 130+ lot model car auction include:
* 1965/1966 Mustang Dearler Promo Model, Mint
* 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport Dealer Promo
* 1962 Cutlass Dealer Promo Friction Model By JO-HAN Models, Detroit, Mint
* 1965 Lilac Pontiac Bonnieville Two Door Convertible, JO-HAN Dealer Promo
A gentleman in every regard, this designer put his remarkably unique touch on every object and room he encountered. From multi-million dollar sky-rise apartments to weekend country cottage retreats, his eye and attention to even the most minute details is evident. This entire auction series reflects his passion for architecture, interior, and landscape design. With tremendous pride in his personal collections and possessions, this gentleman’s estate demonstrates his flair for style, sophistication, sense of humor, and lively wit. His decorating panache is evidenced throughout his collections from the smallest, yet truly outstanding decorative touches to larger, impactful statement pieces.
This is a must-bid for model car enthusiasts and collectors. These classic car models also make playful, yet sophisticated decorative accents upon any styled etagere or library/office bookshelf.
Happy bidding!
#classicmodelcars #carcollector #modelcars
Highlights of this 130+ lot model car auction include:
* 1965/1966 Mustang Dearler Promo Model, Mint
* 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport Dealer Promo
* 1962 Cutlass Dealer Promo Friction Model By JO-HAN Models, Detroit, Mint
* 1965 Lilac Pontiac Bonnieville Two Door Convertible, JO-HAN Dealer Promo
A gentleman in every regard, this designer put his remarkably unique touch on every object and room he encountered. From multi-million dollar sky-rise apartments to weekend country cottage retreats, his eye and attention to even the most minute details is evident. This entire auction series reflects his passion for architecture, interior, and landscape design. With tremendous pride in his personal collections and possessions, this gentleman’s estate demonstrates his flair for style, sophistication, sense of humor, and lively wit. His decorating panache is evidenced throughout his collections from the smallest, yet truly outstanding decorative touches to larger, impactful statement pieces.
This is a must-bid for model car enthusiasts and collectors. These classic car models also make playful, yet sophisticated decorative accents upon any styled etagere or library/office bookshelf.
Happy bidding!
#classicmodelcars #carcollector #modelcars
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BRG-Bridgeport
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
These lots are available for preview at our Bridgeport headquarters during normal business hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until close of auction.
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
These lots are available for preview at our Bridgeport headquarters during normal business hours: Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until close of auction.
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BRG - Bridgeport
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
Winning bidders may pick-up their lot(s) during normal business hours (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Friday January 19th & Saturday January 20th.
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
Winning bidders may pick-up their lot(s) during normal business hours (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Friday January 19th & Saturday January 20th.
ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 1
1965/1966 Mustang Dealer Promo Model, Mint, 1:25 ScaleClosed$34.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 2
1970 Ford Maverick Dealer Promo Car, 1:25 ScaleClosed$38.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 3
1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$35.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 4
1966 Thunderbird Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$24.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 5
1962 Thunderbird V-8 Special Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$52.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 6
1961 Pontiac Tempest Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$67.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 7
1968 AMT Ford Thunderbird Friction Car Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$32.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 8
1973 Chevrolet Vega Chamois Tan Friction Car Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$23.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 9
1969 Opel GT Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$52.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 10
1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$62.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 11
1961 Buick Special Wagon Dealer Promo Car, 1:25 ScaleClosed$47.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 12
1961 Oldsmobile Special Wagon Friction Car Dealer Promo Model By JO HAN Models, 1:25 ScaleClosed$42.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 13
1972 Green AMC Javelin Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$62.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 14
1974 Plymouth Road Runner Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$47.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 15
1965 Dodge Monaco Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$77.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 16
1963 Plymouth Valiant Signet 200 Signature Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$45.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 17
1965 AMC Marlin Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$55.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 18
1960 Valiant Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$35.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 19
1964 Plymouth Barracuda Friction Car Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$42.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 20
1974 Plymouth Duster Dealer Promo, 1:25 ScaleClosed$50.00 Winning Bid