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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A Carlos V  Batmobile Friction Toy.321 - A Carlos V Batmobile Friction Toy.
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(Carlos V, 1960s) A rare friction operated Batmobile produced by Carlos V in Argentina, with original box. The friction-operated propulsion feature st
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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Batman Batmobile Japanese Tin Friction Toy.322 - Batman Batmobile Japanese Tin Friction Toy.
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(ASC, 1966) A very scarce 14" long tin litho Batmobile made in Japan by Aoshin Shoten. Exclusive to the Japanese market, the hood is emblazoned...
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Estimate : 600.00 - 800.00
 
 
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Batmobile Battery-Operated Alps Toy.323 - Batmobile Battery-Operated Alps Toy.
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(Alps, 1966) An extremely rare battery-operated Batmobile made in Japan by Alps in the 1960s. This version was styled after General Motors' Fire...
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Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
 
 
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A Batman and Robin Lunchbox by Aladdin.325 - A Batman and Robin Lunchbox by Aladdin.
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(Aladdin/NPP, 1966) A Batman and Robin lunchbox by Aladdin Industries. The sides feature the dynamic duo performing heroic acts and defeating the dast
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Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
 
 
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A Pair Of Billiken Batman & Joker Wind-Up Tin Toys.326 - A Pair Of Billiken Batman & Joker Wind-Up Tin Toys.
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(Billiken, 1989) A 9" tall tin litho wind-up toy of Batman and an 8.5" tall tin litho wind-up toy of The Joker based on the 1989 "Bat...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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A Pair of Batman Talking Alarm Clocks by Janex.327 - A Pair of Batman Talking Alarm Clocks by Janex.
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(Janex, 1974) A Pair of Batman Talking Alarm Clocks by Janex. The pair of clocks depict Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder with the Batmobile and once fe
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Estimate : 50.00 - 100.00
 
 
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A Charlie's Angels Lunch Box & Thermos.328 - A Charlie's Angels Lunch Box & Thermos.
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(Aladdin, 1978) An original Charlie's Angels Lunch Box and Thermos. The metal lunch box and Thermos feature imagery of Kris, Sabrina, and Kelly ...
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A Super Powers Lunch Box by Aladdin.329 - A Super Powers Lunch Box by Aladdin.
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(Aladdin, 1983) A Super Powers Lunch Box manufactured by Aladdin. The metal lunch box features Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, and Robin in a colorful
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A Limited Edition JAWS Lunch Box & Thermos.330 - A Limited Edition JAWS Lunch Box & Thermos.
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(NECA, 2001) A limited edition JAWS Lunch Box and thermos manufactured by NECA. The tin lunch box and thermos feature the terrifying JAWS in a colorfu
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A Steiff Limited Edition Mr. Hopkins Plush.331 - A Steiff Limited Edition Mr. Hopkins Plush.
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(Steiff, 2008) A Limited Edition Mr. Hopkins plush bunny by Steiff. The tag in his ear, next to the trademark Steiff gold-plated button, identifies th
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Whirlpool Oven Telephone.332 - Whirlpool Oven Telephone.
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(Synanon, 1985) A promotional phone shaped like an electric oven range and microwave. Measuring 8.5"x3.5", the unused phone is in fine con...
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A Kenmore Oven Telephone.333 - A Kenmore Oven Telephone.
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(Synanon, 1985) A promotional phone shaped like an electric oven range and microwave, by Kenmore. Measuring 8.5"x3.5", the phone is in ver...
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Classic Sunoco Blue Gas Pump Phone.334 - Classic Sunoco Blue Gas Pump Phone.
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(Sunoco/Synanon, 1984) A promotional phone shaped like a classic blue gas pump. Measuring 9.5"x3", the phone is in fine unused condition w...
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The No. 1 Telephone.335 - The No. 1 Telephone.
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(Synanon, 1980s) A phone shaped like the Number One. No other phone in the 1980's could project the image of success like this. Unused in origin...
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An Ethyl Gas Pump Novelty Phone.336 - An Ethyl Gas Pump Novelty Phone.
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(Synanon, 1984) A promotional phone shaped like a classic red Ethyl gas pump. Measuring 9.5"x3", the phone is in fine unused condition, in...
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A Shell Gas Pump Radio.337 - A Shell Gas Pump Radio.
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(Synanon, 1985) A promotional novelty radio shaped like a classic yellow Shell gas pump. Measuring 9.5"x3", the radio is in fine unused co...
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A Buster Brown Pocket Watch with Box.338 - A Buster Brown Pocket Watch with Box.
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(Brown Shoe Company, 1900's) A rare Buster Brown pocket watch with its very rare original box. Buster Brown and his dog Tige were popular comic ...
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Estimate : 500.00 - 800.00
 
 
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An Original New Haven Popeye Pocket Watch.339 - An Original New Haven Popeye Pocket Watch.
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(New Haven, 1933-34) A rare first edition pocket watch of Popeye by the New Haven Watch Co. This is one of the earliest watches to feature a character
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Estimate : 800.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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A Little Orphan Annie Wristwatch  with Original Box.340 - A Little Orphan Annie Wristwatch with Original Box.
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(New Haven Clock, 1935) A Little Orphan Annie watch with box. With a full image of Annie on the face, the watch measuring 1"x7.25" display...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 400.00
 
 
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