The Paul Morantz Collection

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From the estate of well-known Southern California attorney and investigative journalist Paul Morantz comes an incredible collection of original animation art, illustration art, pin-up art, vintage tin toys, Disneyana, ceramics, and more. With over 1000 items, this collection contains something for the collector in all of us and is not to be missed. You won't want to miss this incredible auction.
All items are sold as is. Contact Van Eaton Galleries for condition reports and shipping information. 21% Buyer's Premium for all lots.
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Unused Original Dust Jacket Painting by Edrien King.41 - Unused Original Dust Jacket Painting by Edrien King.
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(King, 1972) An unused painting by Edrien King for the cover and spine of the dust jacket for "The House of Sphinx" by Louise Bergstrom. A...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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Original "Changing of the Wives" Cover Illustration.42 - Original "Changing of the Wives" Cover Illustration.
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(1974) An original painting used for the cover of a 1974 pulp-erotica book titled "The Changing Of The Wives." Accomplished in watercolor,...
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Original "Murder on Cue" Cover Art by Jane Dentinger.43 - Original "Murder on Cue" Cover Art by Jane Dentinger.
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(Dell, 1984) The original cover art for the 1984 edition of Murder on Cue by Jane Dentinger. Each book in Dell's "Murder Ink" series i...
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Original Archie Comic Book and Digest Art.44 - Original Archie Comic Book and Digest Art.
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(Archie Comics, 2004-2006) The original art for (2) full stories and (1) digest cover of Archie Comics. Included are the full (6) page story titled ...
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Start Price : 600.00 | Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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An Original Print Advertisement Painting.45 - An Original Print Advertisement Painting.
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(1940s-50s) An original painting for a magazine or newspaper advertisement. With an image size of 9"x10" on 13"x11.25" paper, t...
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An Early Print Ad Illustration.46 - An Early Print Ad Illustration.
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(1930s) A beautiful gouache and pencil illustration of a woman sitting on a bed. Most likely an unfinished piece created for a print advertisement, th
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Clothing Advertisement Illustration by Ruth E. Hauck.47 - Clothing Advertisement Illustration by Ruth E. Hauck.
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(Hauck, 1940s) An original illustration for a men's clothing advertisement, drawn and signed by Ruth E. Hauck. Hauck was an American artist who ...
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A Woman in Coat Original Magazine Painting.48 - A Woman in Coat Original Magazine Painting.
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(1930s-40s) An original oil on canvas painting of a woman in a fur coat. The image was most likely created for a 1930s fan magazine. Measuring 12.75...
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An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement.49 - An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement.
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(1930s-40s) An original charcoal and paint illustration most likely for a clothing advertisement in a newspaper or magazine. Measuring 17.5"x21...
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Woman on Boat Advertising Art for Dow Chemical.50 - Woman on Boat Advertising Art for Dow Chemical.
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(Dow, 1940s-1950s) An original painting for a Dow Chemicals magazine ad, accomplished in graphite, ink, and gouache. Dow grew greatly during World War
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An Original Female Driver Painting by Harry Fredman.51 - An Original Female Driver Painting by Harry Fredman.
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(Fredman, 1950s-60s) A beautiful original painting of a woman driver by Harry Fredman (1923-1999). Fredman was a prolific advertising artist and at on
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement.52 - An Original Painting for a Magazine Advertisement.
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(1950s/60s) A fantastic original illustration for a magazine or advertisement featuring a pilot and three stewardesses. Accomplished in gouache on ill
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"TWA--Jet Set in Comfort"  Painting by Len Oehman.53 - "TWA--Jet Set in Comfort" Painting by Len Oehman.
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(TWA, 1960s) A "TWA--Jet Set in Comfort" original painting by Len Oehmen. Oehman is known for his advertising and illustration work includ...
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"Every Eye Finds its Own Beauty" Embossed Print.54 - "Every Eye Finds its Own Beauty" Embossed Print.
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(1899) An embossed print of a damsel and sailor enjoying the view at sea. Titled "Every Eye Finds its Own Beauty," the work is a ribald jo...
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A Gouraud's Oriental Cream Store Display Sign55 - A Gouraud's Oriental Cream Store Display Sign
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(Gouraud's, 1920s) A store display sign for Gouraud's Oriental Cream. Made of printed paper mounted to board, the sign measures 19.75"x...
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A Pepsi-Cola Store Display Sign.56 - A Pepsi-Cola Store Display Sign.
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(Pepsi-Cola, 1930s) A Pepsi-Cola store display sign. Printed on heavy artboard it promises a "nickel drink - worth a dime." Measuring 8&qu...
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A Squirrel Brand Salted Peanuts Display Sign.57 - A Squirrel Brand Salted Peanuts Display Sign.
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(Squirrel Brand, 1930s) An antique Squirrel Brand Salted Peanuts store display sign. The sign is composed of thin cardstock with adhered vintage hangi
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A Pepsi-Cola Store Display.58 - A Pepsi-Cola Store Display.
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(Pepsi-Cola, 1940s) A cardboard store display for "Bigger Better" Pepsi-Cola featuring Keystone Cop cartoon characters. A ringlet at the t...
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A Westinghouse Lamps Store Display.59 - A Westinghouse Lamps Store Display.
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(Westinghouse, 1940s) A cardboard store display for Westinghouse light bulbs. Measuring 23"x17.75", the sign is in very good condition, wi...
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An Edelbrew Beer Menu Advertisement.60 - An Edelbrew Beer Menu Advertisement.
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(Edelbrew, 1940s) An Edelbrew Beer advertisement on a blank beer menu. Measuring 11"x15", the piece is in very good condition, with some c...
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Start Price : 25.00 | Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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