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A Collectors Cabinet of Miniatures Antique & Artisan Dollhouse AuctionThis auction is being conducted via the Live Auctioneers online bidding platform.It is listed on the HiBid platform only as notice that the auction is available through Live Auctioneers ONLY. Please go to EpicAuctions.com and click on "UPCOMING SALES" to view this auction.This specialty auction features over 260 lots of exceptional miniature doll furniture, accessories, and dolls. Spanning more than a century of artistry, the catalog includes rare and historically significant pieces from the 19th and early 20th centuries, along with select high-quality contemporary works. Whether you're an experienced collector or exploring the world of miniatures, this auction offers an extraordinary array of heirloom-quality items.Among the highlights are a Waltershausen Gothic Style Parlor Set from the 1840s, a finely detailed Babette Schweitzer French Rococo Parlor Set, and a sculptural Marsha Backstrom Senior Lady Doll. The collection includes multiple ormolu furnishings and lighting by Erhard & Sohne, including a striking vintage four-light chandelier. One standout lot is a custom-made half-inch scale General Store, richly appointed with intricate miniature detail.This auction presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire investment-grade miniatures and add historically rich, beautifully preserved pieces to your collection. With offerings from renowned makers and styles ranging from Biedermeier to Rococo, every lot tells a story of craftsmanship in miniature.
Auction lots (265)
Erhard & Sohne Ormolu Fireplace, 19th C.
Germany. 4 x 3 x 8" tall. This exquisite fireplace is nearly perfect. One clamp has fallen off the back and is included with...
Erhard & Sohne, Hanging Dome Lamp, 1844-190
2 1/2" diameter. Can be electrified. Dome is eisenglass I believe. Ormolu finish.
2 German Coal Scuttles
Larger is 3 x 1 1/2 x 2" tall. Small is 2 x 1 1/2" Large one is tin, small is cast.
Erhard & Sohne Corner Stand, German, ca. 1900
Gold metal stands 4 1/4" tall, 2 1/2" wide.
Rare J.S. Depose Working Oil Lamp Post, French
6" in height, with a pinwheel on side that raises and lowers the wick to light. Glass is missing as well as hinged door. ...
Babette Schweitzer French Rococo Parlor Set
1860-1900. Original upholstery slightly worn. One leg of settee has a broken foot. Back of settee needs to be soldered or...
French Fireplace, CA 1790
Tin fireplace with grate and fender. 5 1/2 x 2 1 w x 4 3/4" tall All of the fretwork is intact.
German Sewing Table, Sewing Spool
Maker unknown. Contains original items. Notice pincushion on the bottom. Also handmade sewing spool. Signed GH. 3 x 2 3/8 x...
Miniature Clothes Mangle, German
3 1/2" tall. German. Tin and cast. Works.
German 1830's Pinch Bottles
Hand blown. Small are 1 1/2". Large, 2".
Blown Glass Goblets & Engraved Decanter, 1830
Exquisite German blown glass. Initials are "N" or "V" and "M" on the decanter. Could be Thuringian, Glasses are 1", decanter...
German Dresser & Walnut Corner Curio
Perfect dollhouse dresser. 4 x 1 3/4 x 6" tall. One pull missing. Original fabric in the doors. Japanned top. Top drawers do...
German Carpet Sweeper and Lawn Mower, Metal.
Both metal, both after 1900. Sweeper is 6", mower is 4 1/2". Plastic stand used in photos not included.
German Fretwork Bedroom Set
Single Bed, dresser with mirror and wash stand. Wash stand does not open. Dresser has 3 opening drawers. Bed is missing 2...
18th C. Ormolu Mantle Clock
2 1/2" tall. Has a hole in the side (?). Bust on top. Could be Earhart and Sohne.
3 Metal Candelabra, German
4 1/4" and 3" for the 2 small. The larger mis heavy metal, leehaps E & S. All are completely decorative and perfect.
Metal Wall Clock, Shelf Clock, French Clock
Metal clock is Mexican. The pendulum is a man in a horse and the back is decorative. 2 1/2" tall. The American clock is a dome...
German Kitchen Set
This is doll size. Ca. 1900. Salt and spices, flour, vinegar and oil. 2 pitchers, slop pot, 7 dishes. All have the tops. ...
German Birdcage, 6", ca.1890
Hanging birdcage on a metal frame. All intact. Intricately made.
Biedermeier Metal Bassinette w/ Baby, ca, 1900
Tiny 2 x 1 x 3 1/2" tall baby bed dressed in silk. Baby is porcelain with crocheted dress. She is all there but not going to...
Waltershausen Gothic Style Parlor Set, 1840-50
Imitation rosewood. Finely upholstered. Pristine condition. 4 matching dining chairs. Biedermeier settee and matching arm...
Hutgasse Toilet Table Biedermeier, 1840-50
French, known for finely crafted dollhouse furniture. In perfect condition. One Bristol glass jar servived. With partial...
French Aesthetic Console and Gilt Mirror,
1850-1900 An exceptional Ebonized hall piece is inspired by classical mythology with the figure of Neptune, the Roman or Greek...
Set of Victorian Chromolithographs on Cardboard
Hung with ribbons, these 2 1/2 x 2" prints are reminiscent of real size prints you have seen. Could be Raphael Tuck or Erhard & ...
Set of 3 Erhard & Sohne Prints in Ormolu Frames
Later E & S frames with original pictures, could be 1870. 1 1/4 x 2 1/4" and 3 x 2 1/4".
18th Century Fireplace, French
Made of wood with gilt ormolu trim. Brass fender and andirons. Hearth is japanned. 5 x 1 1/2 x 4" tall.
Arcade Toy Grand Piano
Blue "Cable" piano. Die cast. In good condition, piano top needs to be glued. 4 1/2 x 5 1/2" 1920-46
Arcade Hotpoint Range, 1920-46
Lots of moving parts on this mid century range in cream and green. 5 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 6 1/4" tall. Also included is the original...
Arcade Frigidaire Refrigerator/Freezer, 1940-46
This frig had to be added to the inventory of Arcade in 1940. That was the year that Frigidaire added a freezer as a separate...
Arcade Toy Governor Winthrop Desk
Hard to find Arcade piece, 1940's. Open on top for display. 3 working drawers. 2 3/4 x 2 x 7 3/4" tall.
Arcade Pink Living Room Set, 1920-46
Sofa and easy chair, #733 and 731 both from Karpen Furniture Company, Chicago. Cushions are separate pieces. Chair is 4 x 3 x 3...
4 Pc. Arcade Toy Co. Green Bathroom
Cast iron, named "Crane". Pretty good condition. Sink handles swivel. Bath tub is 5 3/4 x 3", sink is 3 3/16" tall. Stool is...
Pair of Painted Metal Doric Columns, Statue
Matching metal columns, one with attached Conquistador statue. The statue is permanently attached to the one column. These are...
Gold and Brass Harp with Angel
Exquistly made metal harp. Beautiful bust on the pillar with wings on the sides. Gold leaves decorate the soundbox and up the...
Soft metal Parlor Set in Gilt and Black
1/2" scale. Circa 1890.
3 Erhard & Sohne Gilt Frames, 1830
Original picture. 2 x 3".
British Sterling Bowl and Urn, 1907-17
From Lionel Smith & Co. The urn is 1 1/2" and 9.7 grams. It is hallmarked for sterling, purity and the city of Birmingham. The...
Biedermeier Soft Metal Sewing Baskets, 2
Ca. 1870-1900. Soft metal. Original fabric. Small 2 1/2" tall. Tall 3". Stylized bamboo.
German Aquarium, Cheval Mirror, Soft Metal
Could be Peter Pia. German Aquarium, 1910. Plastic tank. 1 1/2 x 1 x 3' tall. Mirror is swivel and sits on dresser. 1/ 1/2...
Bear Rug of Real Fur, 1920-1950
Was once on burgundy velvet but has faded with time. 9 1/2 x 5 1/4' Glued on to rug. This is real fur. In very good...
1880's Fireplace Andirons
Erhard & Sohne? 1 x 1 1/2 x 3" tall. Includes brush, tongs, shovel and poker. Gold and black soft metal.
Oval Reverse Painted Painting, 1830
1 1/2 x 1 1/4" This could have been A small stand alone miniature or a piece of jewelry, but is great for a dollhouse. There is...
Erhard & Sohn Faux Slate Ormolu Table
2 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 2 7/8" tall. CA 1890. Simulated bamboo finish.
18th C. Louis XV Console w/ Mirror
Walnut w/ applied gilt trim. New mirror. Gilt metal legs. 2 pieces. French.
German Biedermeier Parlor Set, 1/2"
Ca. 1880 velvet. One leg missing. 3 1/2 x 1 x 2" tall Paper trim.
French Filigree Cheval Mirror, 1960's
3 1/4 x 1 x 5 1/4" Pristine condition. Similar to antique German piece.
Soft Metal Settee, 1960"s
Similar to antique German settee. 4 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/2" tall.
Early 20th C. Vanity & Chamber Set
All metal with original mirror. Combined with a German porcelain chamber set. 4 piece. 3 1/2 x 2 x 5 1/2" tall.
Vintage Yamanaka Beer Stein, 2 3/4"
Rare with metal lid. Chip on base. There are matching pieces - steins and tray. Not included in this lot. This is an...
2 Pc. Of Westerwald Stoneware Miniatures
Tankard, 1". Pitcher, 1 1/2"
Erhard & Sohne Vintage Ormolu 4 Light Chandelier
19th Century chandelier. 3 1/2" diameter, 5' drop. Famous E & S gilt finish and ornate design. Beautiful Bristol glass shades...
3 Light Erhard & Sohne Gold Ormolu Chandelier
Late 19th Century small chandelier to match Lot 162. Non electric. Bristol shades and "fake" bulbs. German. Stand used in...
3 Blown Glass Lamp Globes, 1880
Bristol Glass globes from the 19th century. Medium size with a clear chimney attached. 1 1/8" diameter, 1 3/4" tall. Extra...
Large Birdcage, Frame and Candlesticks
Erhard & Sohne, 3" excellent. Standing frame with 1910 photo, candlesticks unknown.
Daguerrotype Frames
Perfect for dollhouse frames. 4 large frames with glass, 2 1/2 x 2". 2 tiny frames with tintypes, 1 x 3/4". All brass. Fine...
Metal Figural Clock and Candle Stands
Baby Atlas on this mantle clock, 2 3/4". 2 candle stands, 2". Figural candelabra, 1 1/4". All exquisitely designed.
Arcade Cast Iron Bed and Dresser, #692B
This green set dates to 1920-46. In very good condition the dresser is 4 1/4 x 2 x 6 1/2" tall. The bed is 8 x 5 x 3 1/2" tall....
Arcade Toys Dining Room Table & Chairs
1920-46 burgundy table and chairs. Great condition, Cast Iron, #721 and #725. Table is 6 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 3" tall. Chairs are 4...
Arcade Toys Kitchen Table, Chair & Dishes
Cast iron 1920-46. Kitchen table, marked Freeport, Ill. On bottom, "Boone" on the table top. Table is $ 3/4 x 2 7/8 x 3 1/4"...
Arcade and Kilgore Cast Iron Assortment
Kilgore SallyAnn sweeper. Kilgore red tricycle. Arcade green rocker and black pedestal table, 2 3/4" tall. Small blue rocker...
Arcade China Cabinet & Buffet, 1920-46
China cabinet is 4 x 2 x 6 1/2" tall, only drawer opens. Buffet is 5 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 3 1/3" tall. Excellent condition. Great...
Cast Iron Lionel Lamp, Arcade Piano Bench
Hard to find individual piano bench in blue. Paired with a cast iron Lionel #58 railroad street light, 7 1/2" tall.
Marsha Backstrom Senior Lady Doll
1996. Original tag on stand. 6" tall. In her slippers with herSunday hat. Pink and purple dress. Her hair is exquisitely...
Vintage Rugs, Linens, Trunks and Crock
Lace tablecloth, Asian oilcloth carpet, patchwork quilt, needlework rug, 2 woven rugs. Set of yellow towels, pillow. Small and...
3 Antique German Miniatures
Tin teacart, 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/4" tall, blue. Fine German brass birdcage, 19th Century, 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 diameter with original...
English Hand Painted Scent Flask, 1770 -1820
Purchased as a vase for a dollhouse this 1 1/4" vessel is decorated with flying cherubs holding arrows. Small section of enamel...
Erhard & Sohne Fluted Vases, Mirror and Clock
Glass flutes, 1 3/8". Clock under glass w/ jockey. Mirror, 1 1/2 x 2". All 1790 - 1860. Plastic stand used in photos not...
Gold Oval Center Table, Ormolu Eagle Mirror
Table could be E & S or Babette Schweitzer. 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 3 1/4" tall. Table top may be a replacement but fits the space...
Small Fireplace Accessories 18th C.
Soft Metal Surround, 3 7/8 x 3 5/8" tall. Fender 2 1/8". Fireplace tools including tongs, shovel and pick. Hard to find brush...
6 German Silver Colored Candle Stands
2 Candleabra, and 2 sets of girandoles. 1 3/4" and 2". Wood stand used for photos not included.
Clare Bell Brass and German Chandeliers
2 pair of Clare Bell Brass marked wall candle stands. 1 pair CCB candlesticks. 2 chandeliers, non electric. 1 marked Germany.
Pr. Erhard & Sohne Mirrors & Candlestick, Clock
Mirrors w/ original glass, 3 3/8 x 2 3/4". Clock is early, old glass dome, 2" tall. Maker unknown. Awesome candlestick is 1...
Erhard & Sohne Mirror w/ Framed Watercolor
5 1/2 x 5" frame w/ replacement mirror. Also, unsigned watercolor original. Framed in Brass frame, 19th C. Beautifully framed...
Beidermeier Marble Top Dresser & Mirror
Pier mirror, 7 1/2 x 2 1/4". Dresser with pier mirror and 5 drawers. 6 1/2 x 4 1/4" Both with original mirrors.
German Tin Stove, 1920
Great condition. Has been repainted. 5 3/4 x 2 1/2 x 6 1/2" tall. Comes with wash tub, water pan, baking pan and can of food.
Stone Fireplace w/ Fender, Mantle Clock and Vases
Art Deco vases decorate this Figural stone fireplace measuring 6 x 1 x 4 1/2" tall. Age unknown. Beautifully detailed. Vases...
Ormolu Fireplace in 1/2" Scale w/ Accessories
Could it be Tinietoy? It is paper covered wood and beautifully appointed. Soft metal detail in great condition. Fender, metal...
Biedermeier Bureau, 1867
Marked on the bottom is the date, and marked on the top are the former owners and on the bottom of the drawers are marked the...
Hand Carved Indonesian Chair, 5 1/4"
Could be bone. Inlaid Mother of Pearl. No Markings. Quite a statement piece.
19th C. German Stove and Buffet
Biedermeier is thought. Quite a wonderful stove with accessories. Buffet is early with marble to and 2 missing legs. Drawer...
Schneegass Chaise & Biedermeier Chairs
In excellent condition, 2 small and 2 larger matching chairs along with the chaise which is 6" in length. 1880 - 1910/
Louis XV Cabinet, Chair. Paul Leonhardt?
In cream, still in fab condition, are a pair of Louis XV German furniture items. A rare glass cabinet with original hand painted...
Biedermeier Furniture, 3 Pc.
Dish cupboard is 8 1/2" tall with 2 doors. An original note was found in cupboard written in German. Small dresser has 3...
Greek Urns, Porcelain and More
Hand decorated Greek urn, 2 3/4" tall. Occupied Japan urn, 2 1/2" tall. Greek pitcher with swan. Assorted porcelain. Signed...
English Handmade Birds & Animals
Most are 1" tall. Cow, elephant, Robins and 3 other birds. Age unknown. Wood stand not used in photos not included.
Taiwan Doghouse, Cats, Dogs and Duck
7 cats, a metal duck snd 2 dogs. Dog house is 2 x 1 7/8 x 1 3/4", wood. Wood stands used in photos not included.
Bird Cages, Porcelain Cat and 2 Britain Birds
E & S brass birdcage with glass feeder. Metal stand with bird cage, A.I. hook broken off. Early porcelain cat in basket. 2...
Horses, Guns and More
Handmade white horse, 3". 2 horse statues, a horse brass and horseshoe. Metal keg for a St. Bernard. Wooden taxidermy buck. ...
Erhard & Sohne Turkish Lamp
Bristol glass globe in an ormolu setting. 1790-1860. 4 3/4" drop. Stand for lamp not included.
Dollhouse Cottage, 3-4 Rooms
Completed inside and out. Not electrified. A little damage to repair on the roof peak. 24 x 12 x 20" tall. Could be a jack Nash...
Brass & Glass Hanging Lamp, 1890-1915
Bristol glass shade with chip. Plastic pink globe. Brass frame. 4" drop. Maker unknown. Stand for lamp not included.
Dark Metal Victorian Items
Mantle Clock with Napoleon Bust, 2 7/8" Early canister lamp with Bristol globe in green, 2 1/2". Pair of round framed photos, 1...
Soft Metal 19th C. Accessories
Silver wire birdcage, no bottom, 2" dia., 2" tall. Oval wire planter, missing one foot, 3". Tall Pitcher vessel, 3". Standing...
Birdcage, Silverware, Clock, Frame & Compote
19th C. Silverware tray with gold silverware, 7th pc. Ormolu clock with bubble glass, 1 1/2 x 1 /2 x 1 1/2" Standing frame...
Soft Metal Group of Accessories
Umbrella stand with various umbrellas including 3 glass umbrellas from Czechoslovakia, marked, 3 1/2". Heavy Ormolu oval mirror,...
Gottschaulk Paper Rattan Furniture and More.
This is the small scale Gottschaulk Rattan furniture. Scaled to !/12". Couch is 4 x 1 3/4 x 3". Chair is 2 3/8 x 1 3/4 x 3". ...
German Food on Plates, 19th C.
9 foods on paper plates. Larger than 1/12". Each plate is 1 3/4 x 2" diameter. Colors are vivid. Fish, meat, cheese. All in...
German Metal Kitchenware & Can Goods
1880-1940 Unusual gas hotplate and pot, 2 1/4 x 1 3/8". Stand for rocking coffee pot. Wooden packing crate with spice jar...
German Porcelain Food Set, 19th C.
8 plates and 1 oven dish with a rabbit. Believe these are early to mid century. Notice the Pink Lustre trim on 3 of the plates....
Barbara Hoffman Chairs, Handmade Pier MIrror
Unmarked Barbara Hoffman chairs. provenance is genuine. 3". Handmade Pier mirror is not marked but is very well made. 5.