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Pennsylvania German Textiles Sell At Conestoga
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Towels And Samplers Highlight Large Grouping Of Southeastern Pennsylvania Needlework By Karl Pass
FRIDAY JANUARY 20, 2017 • VOL. 48, NO. 3
William Kazar “History Of New Jersey” Estate Sale Surpasses Expectations
Conestoga Auction Company of the Hess Auction Group in Manheim, Pa., held an eclectic cataloged multi-consignor sale on Dec. 3 that included a large collection of early Pennsylvania German textiles. “There will be more installments from this collection,” stated John Hess following the sale. Needlework cross stitch decorated show (hand) towels and samplers were among the more common forms of Pennsylvania German textiles. Pennsylvania
German women of all denominations practiced sewing. Much of the work in this sale was created by Pennsylvania Mennonites in the southeastern part of the state, primarily Lancaster County, and were reflective of Germanic cultural traditions blended with Anglo influences. Most dated to the first half of the 19th century and overall were in good condition.
Lucky Charms For A Lucky Year on page 2
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Joseph Bodnar Sells Trove Of Historical Material William Kazar’s estate crossed the block on Dec. 3 at Bodnar’s Auction, central New Jersey’s largest auction house. The sale took place in the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center in Edison, among a large crowd of collectors, historians, local museum curators and historical associations. Kazar A period Federal inlaid mahogany desk labeled by cabinetmaker was a longtime Matthew Egerton, who worked on Burnet Street in New friend and employ- Brunswick, N.J., sold for $11,000. discovery. Most items should be in ee of auctioneer Joseph Bodnar. With over 400 registered live museums,” said Maureen Bodnar. bidders and over 1,500 online bid- “The best find in Bill’s collection ders, the bidding was intense on was a letter from Abraham Lincoln; practically each lot. Every lot sold I trembled when I discovered it.” and easily surpassed most esti- Maureen Bodnar is a member of the mates. Over 650 lots were offered Civil War living history group, the with online bidding, and another Federal Generals Corps. Kazar amassed one of the 500 lots were sold without. Maureen Bodnar spent five largest collections of New Jersey months researching and cataloging related historical items that has the collection. “Every day was a new Continued on page 2
Collector Anecdotes And Antics on page 3
This framed and rare cotton apron stitched ”I.S 1800” sold to an active phone bidder for $1,121.
Mary Nissley’s towel (detail view of top portion) sold for $1,652 to an active phone bidder. The Rapho Township, Lancaster County, towel was dated January 2, 1841.
Melvin Arion’s Original Semiannual York Show Will Run Feb. 3, 4, And 5 on page 4
Anna Ebersol’s towel dated “1847” with a house, floral, and heart design had some fringe loss and sold to collectors for $472.
Here is a framed East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County, Mennonite sampler by Barbara Brubaker dated “1816.” Measuring 14.5-by-14.25 inches, it sold to a collector in the salesroom for $885.
Haddon Heights Goes Tropical
This Civil War coatee, snare drum, sticks, charcoal picture and Eagle Monument Association record of service for Demarest Gordon - 30th N.J., brought $1,900.
This hand colored CDV of the 3rd N.J. battle flag has been colored in a red (almost purple) and blue and has a tear in the middle of the stars. The 3rd N.J. Vols is visible in one of the stripes. It brought $825.
If an escape from howling winds and swirling snow is in order, take a quick trip to a warmer climate via the special display at the Haddon Heights Antiques Center. There, shopgoers can make a tropical escape with all sorts of vintage antiques and collectibles, such as hula girls and tiki mugs, postcards, travel brochures, and souvenir memorabilia, such as flamingos, parrots, palm trees, and sea shells. There are even vintage suitcases to pack for the getaway. The Haddon Heights Antiques Center celebrates its birthday every January. This year marks 24 years, since the popular Camden County multi-dealer shop opened. Over the years, it has grown in size and scope, and it continues to offer a wide variety of affordably priced antiques and collectibles.
It is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours on Fridays. Haddon Heights is located on Clements Bridge Road, just off I-295, in Barrington, N.J. For directions or further information, call 856-546-0555.
Sandy L. Alderfer Passes The Alderfer Auction Gavel Of Ownership To Sherry S. Russell on page 4
Americana And Political Auction Results Soar on page 10
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . . starting on page 3 SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 6 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 8 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . . starting on page 8
FEATURE SHOW: Original Semiannual York Antiques Show And Sale - Feb. 3, 4, and 5 in York, Pennsylvania - Page 4
AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . . on page 9 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . on page 15