We invite you to discover the exceptional value nestled within your own collections. Every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at our Doylestown location, you can receive a complimentary valuation, limit 4 items. You are also welcome to schedule an in-home appointment for a more in-depth exploration. Doylestown is not a drop-off, pick-up or delivery location - schedule product transfers at our Hatfield location

Alderfer Auction cordially invites you to a special exhibition of select highlights from our upcoming September 12th Fine Art Auction. This preview will be held at our Doylestown location at 3795 Rt. 202. Visit the Gallery to experience select exceptional jewelry, paintings, prints, furniture, sculptures and decoratives in-person. Highlights include works by Walter Baum, Joseph Christian Leyendecker, Daniel Garber, Paulette van Roekens and others.

Presenting the business liquidation of Kerry’s ACE Hardware, featuring home and garden, top-quality brand new tools, outdoor equipment, indoor and outdoor thermometers and more. Stock up on all your favorite ACE Hardware brands such as MasterLock, Taylor, Teknor Apex, Duracell, Ortho, Raid, Off! and others. Alderfer Auction will be offering 10+ auctions for ACE Hardware over the summer.

Discover an extraordinary collection of fine art, jewelry, silver, and decorative objects in this eclectic auction featuring works by renowned artists and prestigious makers. Highlights include paintings by Walter Emerson Baum, Ben Solowey, William James Glackens, Pierre Auguste Renoir, Daniel Garber, George William Sotter, Henry Martin Gasser, Alfred Heber Hutty, Roy Cleveland Nuse, Peter Sculthorpe, Aaron Harry Gorson, John E. Berninger, Arthur Meltzer, George William Luks, and Boris Solotareff. Jewelry connoisseurs will delight in pieces from esteemed brands like Tiffany & Co., Gorham, Reed & Barton, International Silver, and Georg Jensen. Notable items include a 14k yellow gold Tourmaline and Pearl Necklace, a platinum Art Deco 2 carat diamond ring, and an 18k gold opal and tsavorite ring by Katy Briscoe. Silver enthusiasts will find exceptional flatware sets from Gorham, International Silver, Wallace, and Whiting, alongside unique pieces like a Georg Jensen sterling silver pitcher designed by Harald Nielsen. The auction also features decorative arts including Herend porcelain figures, Loetz art glass, a Tiffany & Co. bronze tazza, Louis Vuitton trunk, and sculptures by Anton Grath and Francois Alphonse Piquemal. Furniture highlights include a L. & J.G. Stickley Mission bookcase. Artists such as Emile Albert Gruppe, Loet Vanderveen, Howard Chandler Christy, Joseph Christian Leyendecker, Samuel Bell Waugh, Mary Elizabeth Price, Rafal Olbinski, and Andy Warhol round out this diverse sale of fine and decorative arts spanning multiple periods and styles. With over 200 lots encompassing paintings, prints, sculpture, jewelry, silver, porcelain, glass, and furniture, this auction offers something for every discerning collector and art enthusiast.

Welcome our Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls Auction featuring the Estate of Janet Meyer Smith and The Collection of Joan Middleton, et. al. Part 1 highlights feature 200+ lots of dolls from around the world, made from a variety of materials including Bisque, Cloth, Papier Mache, China and Wood. Browse a large selection of Artist Dolls, Contemporary, 1940’s – 1960’s Alexanders, 1930’s dolls, Miniatures, Holiday and Novelties. Bid on Antique Toys, China Dolls, German Bisque, Black Dolls, French Bisques, Schoenhuts, Vintage Steiff, Doll Supplies and more.

Welcome to Part 2 of our Catalog of Antique and Other Fine Dolls Auction featuring The Estate of Janet Meyer Smith and The Collection of Joan Middleton, et. al.  This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful and diverse selection of dolls. Bid on 200+ lots of Antique, Contemporary Modern & Collectible Dolls including Alexander, American Girl, Antique, Barbie/Family, Bisque, Black Dolls, Composition, and European. Also bid on Gene, Hard Plastic, Kish, Jason Wu, Steiff, Tonner, UFDC/Artist Dolls, Wendy Lawton, Supplies and more.

Coming in October! Single-owner collection of Percussion and audio equipment from the Estate of Randal Getzoff. A wide assortment of drum kits, cymbals, percussion stands, project drums, drum thrones, amps, rack-mounted effects, and much more. Look for drum brands such as Gretsch, Slingerland, Rogers, Ludwig, TAMA, Tempro. Quality snare drums from the likes of George Way, Ludwig, Rogers Dyna sonic, and TAMA. Vintage cymbals from Avedis Zildjian. Other cymbals from Meinl, Sabian, Striker, and Mosico. Many various drum sticks from the Estate of local drummer Nick Moffo will also be offered. The auction will be posting around the last week in September so be sure to check back for updated photos and listings. Please call Mike Gribbin, Musical Instrument Specialist at 215-393-3031 with any questions. In-Person preview will be available late September.

Mark your calendar for our October 29th Firearms auction, featuring a large selection of collectible, military, sporting and antique firearms from around the world. Rifles and Shotguns will include an 1886 Martini Enfield, Black Rain SPEC 15 Semi-Automatic, 1873 Antique Winchester, Ruger Model 96 Lever Action, a US Remington M11 Riot and others. Revolvers and Pistols include a Colt Three Fifty Seven Revolver, Colt Single Action Army, Dan Wesson Pistol Pack, German Proofed CZ 27, Japanese Type 94 and 14 Nambu Pistols, Rare British Proofed Colt 1917 455 Eley, a Rare Smith and Wesson Model of 1913 and others. More details to come! We are inviting consignments and buyouts from collections and estates, from one piece to one thousand or more! Sell alongside these quality pieces. Contact our firearms team today at 215.393.3000 or email firearms@alderferauction.com

We are inviting consignments for our Fall Mid-Century Modern Auction. Looking to sell your collection of furniture, art and home décor? We would love to hear from you. Deadline to consign is September 30th.

Have musical instruments to sell? Sell with Alderfer Auction! We are inviting consignments for our November 21st auction. Whether you have a rare violin or a collection of vintage guitars, we can help you get the most money for your instruments. We offer a complimentary valuation service, so you can get an idea of how much your instrument is worth before you consign it. Once you have consigned your instrument, we will take care of everything else. We will promote your instrument to our global network of collectors and enthusiasts. If you are interested in consigning, please contact us today. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and to get started on the valuation process. 

Do you have treasured fine décor, yearning for the spotlight? Consign your pieces and unlock their dazzling potential. Contact us today!

Join Alderfer Auction in Doylestown on Tuesday, August 27th, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM for an exclusive symposium celebrating the life and work of renowned artist Ben Solowey (1900-1978). David Leopold from Solowey Studio will deliver an engaging presentation from 6:30 PM to 7:15 PM, sharing insights into the artist's extraordinary story.