Boa097 — A World Of Finds: Part #2

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BOA097 — A WORLD OF FINDS: PART #2 A Flight Attendant’s Travels. A Librarian’s Curiosity. A Home Filled with Discoveries.
Decades of collecting. A lifetime of travels. The final chapter of an extraordinary estate.
Brunk's Auction proudly presents A WORLD OF FINDS: PART #2, the final offering from an extraordinary estate in a prominent gated community in North Cave Creek, Arizona. Featuring 872 lots from a million-dollar residence, this auction brings together generations-old belongings, treasured collections, fascinating travel keepsakes, and an exceptional variety of discoveries accumulated over a lifetime.
The home's owner spent the late 1960s through the early 1980s working as a Western Airlines flight attendant, traveling internationally and bringing home souvenirs, artwork, collectibles, and distinctive objects from her many adventures. She later devoted more than 35 years to serving as a health sciences librarian at a prestigious memorial medical library. Her appreciation for travel, history, literature, art, craftsmanship, and collecting is reflected throughout the home.
The result is an estate unlike most—a remarkable assortment of European collectibles, sparkling crystal, designer jewelry, vintage fashion, artist dolls, aviation memorabilia, fine textiles, antiques, and everyday treasures.
SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL & EUROPEAN PORCELAIN Collectors will discover an extensive assortment of Swarovski Silver Crystal, including animals, birds, flowers, ornaments, Swarovski Collectors Society pieces, Lovlots figurines, and decorative sculptures. Highlights include Swarovski crystal parrots, a sailing ship, reindeer and sleigh, Kingfishers, collectible cats, and numerous other charming designs. Many are accompanied by original boxes and certificates.
European porcelain offerings include Royal Doulton lady figurines, Royal Doulton and Beswick collectible dogs, Goebel M.I. Hummels, Dresden lace figurines, Irish Dresden, Royal Crown Derby, Rosenthal, and other recognized makers. A particularly interesting collection of porcelain, glass, and ceramic dogs offers plenty for animal-figurine enthusiasts.
ARTIST DOLLS, LIMITED EDITIONS & COLLECTIBLE FIGURINES A remarkable collection of artist and collectible dolls features creations by Zwergnase, Brenda Mize, Dianna Effner, Maggie Iacono, and other respected doll artists. Discover limited-edition and one-of-a-kind creations, finely detailed porcelain and felt dolls, and examples retaining their original boxes, certificates of authenticity, and accessories.
Additional offerings include Gene Marshall fashion dolls by Mel Odom, Madame Alexander, Peggy Nisbet, Schildkröt, traditional international costume dolls, and other collectible dolls representing a wide variety of styles, periods, and craftsmanship.
VINTAGE DESIGNER JEWELRY, SILVER & ACCESSORIES Explore an extensive selection of vintage and collectible jewelry, including pieces by Monet, Crown Trifari, Napier, Sarah Coventry, and other recognized designers.
The collection includes distinctive midcentury statement necklaces, gold-tone lariats, ornate brooches, designer bracelets, earrings, rhinestone jewelry, and fashionable accessories from decades past.
Additional discoveries include sterling silver, select gold jewelry, jade, turquoise, coral, vintage watches, antique accessories, and assorted jewelry collections.
AVIATION MEMORABILIA, WORLD TRAVEL & VINTAGE TOYS Reflecting the owner's years of international travel, this estate features Pan Am and Western Airlines memorabilia, including vintage flight bags, airline accessories, travel keepsakes, luggage tags, airline advertising playing cards, and other aviation-related collectibles.
Additional finds include vintage flight equipment, military aviation memorabilia, international souvenirs, and objects collected throughout her travels.
Vintage toy enthusiasts will enjoy Dinky Toys, Corgi, Gama, Vilmer, TootsieToy, and other collectible miniature vehicles, including classic cars, trucks, military vehicles, and wind-up toys.
ORIGINAL ARTWORK, ANTIQUES & DISTINCTIVE COLLECTIBLES Artwork includes a 1934 signed mixed-media drawing by Sulamith Wülfing, an original watercolor by Jose Ebarb, and an assortment of framed artwork, engravings, prints, and decorative pieces.
Explore antique and vintage silver, including a Russian silver and cloisonné enamel spoon, sterling accessories, decorative metalwork, art glass, handcrafted baskets, collectible perfume bottles, figurines, and unusual curiosities.
From delicate miniature sculptures to traditional folk art and decorative objects gathered over generations, this estate offers something interesting around every corner.
VINTAGE FASHION, DESIGNER HANDBAGS & FINE TEXTILES A substantial collection of vintage clothing and accessories includes recognized labels such as Dalton, Ballantyne, Pendleton, L.L.Bean, The Scotch House, Peruvian Connection, Orvis, Eileen Fisher, and others.
Discover beautifully embroidered cashmere cardigans, fine wool sweaters, traditional Scottish kilts, vintage dresses, scarves, hats, handbags, gloves, and distinctive fashion accessories.
Additional highlights include Coach leather handbags, embroidered Irish linens, Marghab textiles, vintage tablecloths, handworked lace, decorative napkins, wool blankets, and other fine household fabrics.
BOOKS, HOME GOODS & EVERYDAY DISCOVERIES The owner's lifelong interest in reading and learning is represented by an assortment of books covering history, art, aviation, travel, literature, nature, and illustrated subjects, including vintage editions and collectible publications.
Throughout the estate are decorative household objects, serving pieces, crystal and glassware, kitchenware, vintage bar accessories, seasonal decorations, lamps, furnishings, practical household items, and many unexpected finds.
THE FINAL CHAPTER OF A REMARKABLE COLLECTION A WORLD OF FINDS: PART #2 concludes the offering of this fascinating North Cave Creek estate—a home filled with the discoveries of a woman whose life was shaped by international travel, intellectual curiosity, and an enduring love of collecting.
From sparkling Swarovski crystal and elegant vintage jewelry to limited-edition artist dolls, European porcelain, airline memorabilia, nostalgic toys, artwork, fine textiles, and practical everyday finds, this auction offers something for collectors, decorators, and anyone who enjoys the thrill of an unexpected discovery.
872 LOTS — EVERY LOT STARTS AT JUST $5 WITH NO RESERVES!
This auction will begin closing MONDAY, OCTOBER 19th at 6:00 pm MST.
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LOCATION:
All inventory is located at our warehouse facility at 10144 W. Coggins Drive, Sun City, Arizona 85351.


PREVIEW:
Preview will be available on MONDAY, OCTOBER 19th from 9am - 12pm at 10144 W. Coggins Drive, Sun City, Arizona 85351


PICK-UP:
Pick-up times will be from 9:00am - 4:00pm TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20th and 9:00am - 4:00pm WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21st.
PICKUP LOCATION - 10144 W. COGGINS DRIVE, SUN CITY, ARIZONA 85351
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