RM in Association with Sotheby's Milhouse Collection

Boca Ratan, FL

Website: http://www.rmauctions.com/milhous-collection.cfm

Located near West Palm Beach, Florida, Bob and Paul Milhous have assembled one of the world's most admired and extraordinary private collections, encompassing everything from valuable mechanical musical instruments to rare and important automobiles to a wide variety of Americana and collectibles. RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby's, is delighted to present this world-class collection at auction. It is one of the world's most notable assemblies of fair and dance organs, orchestrions and theatre organs.

Bob and Paul's history and involvement in collecting is equally as fascinating as the collection itself. Having been in business together since 1967, they originally entered the printing industry and have since enjoyed a long career in a wide variety of enterprises.

An extensive assortment of petroliana, neon and porcelain signs and rare and unique gasoline-powered tether cars and models add to the collection's diversity. Some examples include the very sought-after and rare double-cylinder gas pumps, Red Crown pumps and a Shell display pump in outstanding fully restored condition. Numerous large porcelain and double-sided neon signs adorn the walls of the collection, many of which have been fully restored. There is also a large assortment of decorative arts pieces from such names as Pierre Renoir, Louis Icart and Alphonse Mucha. From Tiffany & Co. and Black, Starr & Frost ornate hall clocks to stunningly rare tower and street clocks by Seth Thomas and Howard, iconic timepieces are equally well represented. Other unique items in the collection include a large assortment of firearms from the 19th Century by Colt and Winchester.

AUCTION:
February 24, 2012
10:00 AM EST (Auction will run approx. 8-9 hours )

February 25, 2012
10:00 AM EST (Auction will run approx. 8-9 hours )

PREVIEW:
February 22, 2012
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

February 23, 2012 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

RECEPTION:
February 23, 2012
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

ADMISSION: Admission to the preview days is by the purchase of an official auction catalogue for $120. Please note that the purchase of a catalogue does not constitute admission to the auction.

Admission to the auction will be restricted to registered bidders and their guests. Bidder registration is available for $250 and includes an official auction catalogue and admission for two to the previews, reception and auction.