This premier event brings together a breathtaking lifetime selection of rare audio treasures, headlined by the esteemed Allen Koenigsberg collection.
Bidders will discover an unparalleled array of early audio history, featuring exceptionally rare Pink Lambert Concert cylinder records, legendary Edison Blue Amberol recordings, and historic Columbia grand records. The auction showcases meticulously preserved vintage phonographs, classic gramophones, and intricate musical boxes.
The auction also features features a robust selection of essential reference materials, spanning authoritative guides on phonographs, gramophones, and the storied careers of industry legends. From definitive illustrated histories of Victor talking machines to rare, limited-edition manuals detailing the mechanical restoration of early apparatus, these volumes offer unparalleled insight into the dawn of the recorded sound age. Beyond the reference library, the auction highlights items that illuminate the broader tapestry of American musical heritage, including specialized literature on ragtime and the socioeconomic shifts that accompanied the rise of home entertainment.
Pickup is by appointment. Please call 815-923-7000 to schedule.
