The April 2008 auction at Bertoia Auctions reached their predicted high estimates, with the 2,462 lot auction realizing $1.8 million. The highlight of the show was an early Erzebirge-style Noah's ark selling for $36,800.
A German collector inspected this Marklin gazebo in person, only to return to his homeland and eventually win the toy through a phone bid. "He had a hard time believing it was as wonderful as the catalog photo showed," said Jeanne Bertoia.
Other highlights include the Jean Austin du Pont scale model roombox, a scale model of Philadelphi's Fairmount Park residence, a Marklin tin gazebo and a selection of Dresden ornaments from the collection of Fred Cannon.
- Marklin Gazebo
- Hand-painted tin w/original doll
- Size: 20" wide
- Sold Date: April 2008
- Auction Price: $12,650*
A German collector inspected this Marklin gazebo in person, only to return to his homeland and eventually win the toy through a phone bid. "He had a hard time believing it was as wonderful as the catalog photo showed," said Jeanne Bertoia.
Source: Bertoia Auctions
*Includes 15% Buyer Premium
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