Gray's Auctioneers
Live Auction

Objects of Desire - Fine Art, Jewelry and Décor

Thu, Oct 1, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-10-01 11:00:00 2026-10-01 11:00:00 America/New_York Gray's Auctioneers LLC Gray's Auctioneers LLC : Objects of Desire - Fine Art, Jewelry and Décor https://auctions.graysauctioneers.com/auctions/grays/objects-of-desire---fine-art-jewelry-and-d-cor-24832
Gray’s Auctioneers presents "Objects of Desire," an eclectic 200-lot auction featuring exceptional fine art, jewelry, and decor. Headlining the sale is a rare 1864 Civil War document signed by Abraham Lincoln, a massive 1932 Playhouse mural by William de Leftwich Dodge, and a late 1950s Ferrari Bimbo V12 child's racer by Michelotti. Bidders will also find fine Italian 18kt gold jewelry, 19th-century sterling silver, antique Chinese teapots, and fine décor. View the catalog and leave bids or Join us on October 1 to bid live, on all these these timeless treasures. Gray's Auctioneers info@graysauctioneers.com
View Catalog (200)

Prev Lot
Next Lot
Two German Whistler Automations
Lot 64

Two German Whistler Automations

Estimate: $600 - $800
Inquire
Starting Bid
$300
[0 Bids]Bidding History
Bid increments chart

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
Two German Karl Griesbaum Whistler Automations, 20th Century,
Together with a Italian carved hardwood duck hunter.

Undersides of the Karl Griesbaum figures are marked Germany, and the underside of the duck hunter is marked Italian.

Whistler with Lamp post, H: 17 1/4 x L: 4 5/8 x W: 3 3/4 in.

Condition

Request Condition Report
The lamppost whistler does not work, is missing his back and the lamppost is missing two glass panels. The other whistler's mechanisms functions.

When you’re the winning bidder on an item from Gray’s Auctioneers, you have three options for claiming your new treasure: 1. You can schedule an appointment to pick it up at 10717 Detroit Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. 2. You can arrange for a third party service like UPS to pick up, pack, and ship your item. Two recommended UPS Stores are: store1308@theupsstore.com (440.333.4810); store1016@theupsstore.com (330-725-7033 press 9). 3. If you would like fine art craters or for blanket wrap shipping services, please contact Gray's.

The Latest Art and Auction News & Curiosities - a Weekly Newsletter

Stay informed about the exciting and everchanging world of art and auctions - whether you’re a seasoned collector or just getting your feet wet. We curate & deliver the most essential & exciting art and auction news, once a week (in a way that won’t make you fall asleep.)

We respect your privacy.

Contact Us

10717 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
info@graysauctioneers.com
tel: 216.226.3300

Hours of Operation

Tues – Fri 9am – 5pm

Leave us a Google review

Fine Art, One-Of-A-Kind-Furniture, Stunning Jewelry, Unique Decor & Many More Curiosities And Treasures

Powered by :

Bidsquare-Cloud-Logo