Result of the Martin in the Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion from March 27-28, 2020


Auction number 112 -Martin number 260 – Madelon casseuse d’assiettes 1928 made by Victor Bonnet. – € 550 ( Hammerprice in Euro’s )

For more information see the auction catalog : https://www.spielzeugauktion.de/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction result of the “Martin” toys in the Leski Toy Auction on March 22, 2020

Courtesy Leski Auctions

Leski Auction number–maker + name–Result Hammerprice in AU $

Auction number 216 -Victor Bonnet -Auto Transport – UNSOLD
Auction number 223 -SIJIM -le Joueur D’orgue – AU $ 500
Auction number 228 – Martin -Le Petite Pianiste -UNSOLD
Auction number 291 -Victor -Bonnet L’autopatte – AU $ 1250

For more information see the auction catalog www.leski.com.au

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion only 1 Martin in the auction from March 27-28, 2020

In the next Ladenburger Toyauction there is one Fernand Martin toy but there are many more other beautiful pieces in this auction
We are pleased to present you this catalog of our spring auction 2020 in German and English language.

For the complete overview, Auction terms & Info, Shipping & Payment look at this site: https://www.spielzeugauktion.de/

March 27-28, 2020 auction lot number 112

Martin number 260 – Madelon casseuse d’assiettes 1928 made by Victor Bonnet.

After the auction, I will publish the realized price for this Martin.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about authenticity, condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction results of the Martins in the Anticomondo Toy Auction on March 13 and 14, 2020

Below is an overview of the Martin toy sales,  prices achieved in Euro and without the buyer’s premium.

Anticomondo Auction number–Martin name–Result Hammerprice in Euro’s

Auction number 6301 –Le Boule Mysterieuse — € 1100,00
Auction number 6424 –Le Gay Violoniste — € lot passed
Auction number 6541 –Le Petite Pianiste — € 700,00

For more information see the auction catalog : Online Catalog 84th Auction

https://www.anticomondo.de/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction result of the La Boule Mysterieuse with lot number 2062 in the Dan Morphy auction of March 10 – 11, 2020

Photo courtesy of Dan Morphy auctions

Result of lot number 2062: “La Boule Mysterieuse” $ 475

Price is US $ and without Buyer’s Premium

For more information see the auction catalog https://www.morphyauctions.com/auctions/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

MARTIN TOYS IN THE NEXT RSL AUCTION: April 4th and 5th, 2020

In the next auction of RSL Auction Company there are many Fernand Martin toys and there are many more other beautiful pieces in this auction.

For the complete overview, Auction terms & Info, Shipping & Payment look at this site:
https://www.rslauctionco.com

DAY 1

Day 2

April 4th and 5th, 2020

Fantastic European Toys
Marklin, Georges Carette, Bing, Citroen, Ingap, Martin, Lehman
From the Collection of a Distinguished Gentleman.

All told, approximately 750 European Toys will be sold over two days!
The sale will also include hand selected additions of Mechanical Banks, Still Banks, Cast Iron Toys and Folk Art.

Plan on attending this important event.

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for these Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about authenticity, condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

“Fernand Martin toys” in the Leski Toy Auction on March 22, 2020

A TREASURE CHEST OF TOYS, TRAINS AND MODELS

This newest catalogue might be a surprise for some of you.
A pleasant one, we hope because although it’s very different from our usual catalogues.
We think you’ll have a lot of fun leafing through the pages of one of the best collections of toys, model trains and other childhood delights ever offered in Australia.

For the complete overview, Auction terms & Info, Shipping & Payment look at this site:
www.leski.com.au

In this Leski auctions there are 4 “Fernand Martin and Fernand Martin related” toys and there are many more other beautiful toys in this auction.

Courtesy Leski Auctions

Auction number 216 -Victor Bonnet -Auto Transport
Auction number 223 -SIJIM -le Joueur D’orgue
Auction number 228 -Fernand Martin -Le Petite Pianiste
Auction number 291 -Victor -Bonnet L’autopatte

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for these Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Anticomondo Toy Auction on March 13 and 14, 2020

The brandnew catalog of the 84th Toy Auction on March 13 and 14, 2020 is online!

As usual, a good amount of very rare and wanted collectibles will be auctioned: More than 2100 lots of Tin Toys, Trains, Figures, Model Cars and Antique Advertising are waiting for you!

In this auction are 3 Fernand Martin toys

Auction number 6301 Le Boule Mysterieuse
Auction number 6424 Le Gay Violoniste
Auction number 6541 Le Petite Pianiste

Rummaging, browsing and bidding directly – all this is possible on our website:

Online Catalog 84th Auction

Website : Anticomondo

We hope you enjoy reading and browsing through the new catalog!


Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

One Martin toy in the next Dan Morphy Auction: Toys, Dolls, & Figural Cast Iron

In the next auction of Dan Morphy there is one Fernand Martin toy and there are many more other beautiful pieces in this auction.

Photo courtesy of Dan Morphy auctions

The Martin in this auction is the very nice “La Boule Mysterieuse from 1906
with lot number 2062
Date: March 10 – 11, 2020 • 10:00 AM EDT

Photo courtesy of Dan Morphy auctions

After the auction, I will publish the realized price for this Martin.

If you want to know more about this type of toy, see my blog of December 13, 2019: https://fernandmartintoys.nl/fernand-martin-1906-la-boule-mysterieuse/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction results of the Martins in the Bertoia auction of November 14-15-16 2019

Photo’s with permission from Bertoia auctions

Lot 1291. VICTOR BONNET LA MOTOCYLETTE $ 950,00
Lot 1292. MARTIN RAILWAY PORTER $ 500,00
Lot 1293. FERNAND MARTIN DON QUIXOTE $ 8000,00
Lot 1296. FERNAND MARTIN PERFORMING MONKEY $ 1400,00
Lot 1297. FERNAND MARTIN THE DRUNKARD $ 350,00
Lot 1298. MARTIN CHINESE WARRIOR $ 1200,00
Lot 1299. MARTIN CLIMBING FIREMAN $ 375,00
Lot 1300. FERNAND MARTIN FLEMISH DOG CART $ 6000,00
Lot 1301. FERNAND MARTIN PIANIST $ 700,00
Lot 1302. FERNAND MARTIN WOMAN CART VENDOR $ 600,00
Lot 1303. BOXED VICTOR BONNET PIGEON not sold
Lot 2039. LA CONQUESTE DU POLE NORD $ 2500,00

Prices is US $ and without 25% Buyer’s Premium

For more information see the auction catalog http://www.bertoiaauctions.com

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction results of the Martins in the RSL auction of November 8-9 2019

Below is an overview of the Martin toy sales,  prices achieved in USD and without the buyer’s premium of 28.5%

Original name in French – Martin Number – Hammer price

L’autopatte – 218 – $ 850

La Course en Sac – 205 – $ 4250

Le Pompier a L’echelle – 197 – $ 375

For more information see the auction catalog https://www.rslauctionco.com

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction results Fernand Martin toys in the GALERIE DE CHARTRES auction on November 09, 2019

There were 16 Martins / Bonnets in this auction.
The results are:
Martin number 23 : Les Joyeux Danseurs € 3000
Martin number 28 : Pousse-Pousse Annamite € 1600
Martin number 147 : Ma Portiere € 2400
Martin number 149 : Le Treuil no.0 € 1800
Martin number 160 : Le Gai Violiste € 400
Martin number 167 : Le Petit Decrotteur € 5300
Martin number 171 : La Blanchisseuse € 2100
Martin number 184 : La Petit Marchande € 980
Martin number 184 : model Bonnet La Petit Marchande € 850
Martin number 203 : La Boule Mysteriuse € 1700
Martin number 218 : L’autopatte € 700
Martin number 218 : L’autopatte € no sale
Martin number 224 : model Bonnet Petit Livreur € no sale
Bonnet number 251 : La Ramier € 70
Bonnet number 251 : La Ramier € 80
Bonnet number 251 : La Ramier € 50
Bonnet number 254 : Le Train Tortillard € 380

Prices in Euro’s and without Buyer’s Premium of 20% VAT
(23,60% VAT for the buyers on interencheres-live.com)

Live sale on: www.interencheres-live.com

For more information see the auction catalog:
https://www.ivoire-france.com/chartres/fr/auction-3294-jouets_collection?p=58

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Fernand Martin toys in the GALERIE DE CHARTRES auction on November 09, 2019

The French auction house: Galerie de Chartres has a very nice collection of Fernand Martin and Victor Bonnet toys in the coming auction on November 09 2019 at 10:00 Central European Time (CET)
Furthermore, there are many more beautiful toys in this auction.

See this link for the entire collection to be auctioned https://www.interencheres.com/meubles-objets-art/jouets-de-collection-258045/

For more auction house information see this link:
https://www.interencheres.com/commissaire-priseur/maitres-jean-pierre-lelievre-pascal-maiche-alain-paris-et-galerie-de-chartres-111/

photos with permission from Galerie De Chartres
photos with permission from Galerie De Chartres

This auction will be a “LIVE” auction

Live sale on: www.interencheres-live.com

For more information see the auction catalog:
https://www.ivoire-france.com/chartres/fr/auction-3294-jouets_collection?p=58

Catalog 8 € or subscription for 2 years 30 €.

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for these Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

MARTIN TOYS IN THE NEXT RSL AUCTION

In the next auction of RSL Auction Company there are 3 Fernand Martin toys and there are many more other beautiful pieces in this auction.

For the complete overview, Auction terms & Info, Shipping & Payment  look at this site:
https://www.rslauctionco.com

Photos with permission from RSL Auction Company

November, 2019

Friday, the 8th and the 9th

​500+ Still Banks

200 Mechanical Banks

100’s of Unique Antique Toys and Folk Art

Includes Mechanical Banks, Still Banks, Folk Art, Windup Toys, Cast Iron Toys and More!

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for these Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Bertoia Auction ANNUAL FALL SALE November 14-15-16 2019

In the next 3 day auction of Bertoia Auctions there are 11 Fernand Martins/Bonnet toys, and there are many other beautiful pieces in this auction.
http://www.bertoiaauctions.com

Photo’s with permission from Bertoia auctions

ANNUAL FALL SALE
November 14-15-16, 2019
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday each begin at 10am

HIGHLIGHT: The Saturday, November 16th session will be highlighted by the second half of the world class Samuel Downey Jr collection of European tin rarities and boats.

Thursday session; Lots 1-545
Friday Session; Lots 1001-1850
Saturday Session; Lots 2001-End

In this auction are 11 Fernand Martin / Bonnet toys
Lot 1291. VICTOR BONNET LA MOTOCYLETTE
Lot 1292. MARTIN RAILWAY PORTER
Lot 1293. FERNAND MARTIN DON QUIXOTE
Lot 1296. FERNAND MARTIN PERFORMING MONKEY
Lot 1297. FERNAND MARTIN THE DRUNKARD
Lot 1298. MARTIN CHINESE WARRIOR
Lot 1299. MARTIN CLIMBING FIREMAN
Lot 1300. FERNAND MARTIN FLEMISH DOG CART
Lot 1301. FERNAND MARTIN PIANIST
Lot 1302. FERNAND MARTIN WOMAN CART VENDOR
Lot 1303. BOXED VICTOR BONNET PIGEON
Lot 2039. LA CONQUESTE DU POLE NORD

This sale will be certain to draw interest from all corners of the world.
With the second half of the world class Samuel Downey Jr collection highlighting the auction, fine European tinplate will certainly be a big draw for the weekend.
Boats, trains, toys, motorcycles, and battery-op toys will all hit the podium.
Accompanying selections of pressed steel and a huge assortment of cast iron toys, over 250 mechanical & still banks, near mint comic character toys, figural cast iron items, Holiday and more will surely prove to be an event worth attending.

LIVE ATTENDANCE, TELEPHONE BIDDING, MAIL-IN ABSENTEE, INTERNET BIDDING

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for the Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction result of a very special and very rare edition of a Fernand Martin in the Vectis auction of October 2, 2019

Vectis Auctions October 02, 2019 lot number 1712

photo courtesy of Vectis auctions LTD

There was 1 Fernand Martin in this auction, the L’EMINENT AVOCAT number 202 wiht box
The results is £ 2600,00

Price in Britisch Pounds and without Buyer’s Premium

For more information see the auction catalog

https://www.vectis.co.uk/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

A Fernand Martin in the Vectis auctions of October 02, 2019

Vectis Auctions October 02, 2019 lot number 1712

photo courtesy of Vectis auctions LTD

Fernand Martin 202 “L’eminent Avocat” Automata clockwork figure – representing a courtroom Lawyer, the tinplate courtroom box is tinprinted in simulated wood grain, with green top, the standing Lawyer figure has a black cloth gown, white cravat, white card cuffs and his metal hands and head are painted flesh coloured pink. 

All is mounted on a tinprinted baseplate. 

In the Avocat’s left hand is his original card reading “Code Civil”. 

This toy is a rare variation without the Lawyer’s hat and was purchased by the vendors family from new in 1905 from Gamages store in London which is confirmed by a Gamages price label to the side of the box reading 1/3d! 

The clockwork motor is not working having been incorrectly wound but is present and appears complete with the integral key. 

The toy has clearly been cared for and kept in its box for most of its life and this is reflected in the condition which is otherwise overall Good Plus to Excellent for display, the painted head particularly still retains its brightness and is the first such example that Vectis have had. 

It stands 22cm or almost 9″ tall and still retains a Good Plus original crisp card box with Gamages price label and black and white illustration to the lid.

Estimate: £1000 – £1500

https://www.vectis.co.uk/

Regarding the object described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Note : Read the blog of Lourens Bas abouth this very rare toy https://lourensbas.wordpress.com/2017/01/14/a-bargain-for-martin-collectors/

Auction results of the Martins in the Antico Mondo auction of September 6-7, 2019

There were 4 Martins / Bonnets in this auction.
The results are:
Martin number 18 : Les Courageux Scieurs De Long € 1100
Martin number 219 : Les Valseurs € 800
A imitation / look a like of the Martin number 172 : Le Pochard € 260
Bonnet number 254 : Le Train Tortillard Lot Passed

Prices in Euro’s and without Buyer’s Premium

For more information see the auction catalog www.auktionen.anticomondo.de

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction results of the Martins in the Bertoia auction of August 22, 2019

There were only 5 Martins / Bonnets in this auction.
The results are:
Lot number 150 The police captain $ 850
Lot number 151 The barber $ 650
Lot number 152 The violin player $ 400
Lot number 153 The drunkard $ 425
Lot number 153a The car transport truck $ 275
Prices without Buyer’s Premium

For more information see the auction catalog http://www.bertoiaauctions.com/

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

September 6-7 2019 Antico Mondo Auction

The catalog of the 82th Toy and Advertising Auction on September 6 and 7, 2019 from Antico Mondo in Bornheim Germany is online!

In this auction there are 4 Martin/Bonnet toys

Martin number 18 : Les Courageux Scieurs De Long
Martin number 219 : Les Valseurs
This is a imitation / look a like of the Martin number 172 : Le Pochard
Bonnet number 254 : Le Train Tortillard

As usual, a good amount of very rare and wanted collectibles will be auctioned.
More than 1950 lots of Tin Toys, Trains, Figures, Model Cars and Antique Advertising are waiting for you!

Rummaging, browsing and bidding directly – all this is possible on our website:

Online Catalog 82th Auction
I hope you enjoy reading and browsing through the new catalog!

www.auktionen.anticomondo.de



Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Bertoia auction. 22/23 August 2019.

In the next auction of Bertoia Auctions there are unfortunately only five Martins/Bonnet toys, but there are many other beautiful pieces in this auction.
http://www.bertoiaauctions.com/

photo courtesy of Michael Bertoia

A diverse sale that is so full, they had to add a second day!
Headlining the still and mechanical banks is the second half of the Ned Bauer Collection from Ohio.
Doorstops and cast iron cars, pressed steel trucks and horse drawn toys, and stuffed bears and animals will be offered.
Celluloid and pre-war Japanese toys will share the stage with comic character toys.
A nice grouping of nodders and bobbleheads will be complimented by Japanese action figures and pop art.
Motorcycles, penny toys, and steam engines from the Paul Hale Collection will represent European toys along with German and American trains and accessories ranging from 0 to 1 gauge.

After the auction, I will publish the realized prices for the Martins.

Regarding the objects described in this article, I do not make a statement about condition or value.
I advise interested collectors always do to research yourself, to view the object or to contact the seller / auction

Auction Bertoia 24-05-2019

A large number of Martins were auctioned at the auction house Bertoia Auctions on Friday 24 May 2019.  

This auction also contained many rare items from Fernand Martin.

Below is an overview of the Martin toy sales,  prices achieved in USD and without the auction costs of 25%.  

I have saved the order of auctioning in this list

Original name in French        Martin Number     Hammer price 

Le garçon de café                           181                   $  3000

Le faucheur.                                    170                   $  2000

Le fort de la Halle                           188                  $    750

Le menuisier                                   212                   $  3000

Le petit cuisinier                             198                  $    800

La petite marchande d’oranges   184                 $     500      Model Martin

Le traineau russe                             40                    $  2500

Machine gun         Flersheim                                $    350       Incl. box

La charrette paysanne                    255               $     750

La boule mysterieuse                      204                $    550

Le petit pianiste                               189                 $    950

L’ours blanc                                      216                 $    850

Le pompier a l’echelle                    197                  $     650       Model Victor Bonnet 

Au parfait pecheur                           209                $   3000

Le pochard                                        172                  $     600      Incl. box

Le gay violoniste                             160               $     400

L’ours Martin                                     193                $     400

Cycliste.  Model Victor Bonnet?                          $   3250      

Le motorcycliste                                231               $   2500      Model Victor Bonnet

Ma portière                                        147                 $     900

Soldat Bulgare                                    232                $   6000

L’entraineur skiff                               259                $     600

Les valseurs                                        219                 $     475

Le petit ecureuil                                 211                 $     350

Le bonhomie a L’echelle                   197               $     950

La sauteuse de corde                          31                $   6500

Le petit livreur                                    224               $     425     Model Flersheim

La petit marchande                            184               $       500

Le jeune ecuyer                                  222                $       900

Madelon casseuse d’assiettes        260               $      700

Le chef d’orchestre                            242                $    1400

Le train tortillard                                 254              $    1200      Incl. Box

For more information I refer to the website of Bertoia Auctions: http://www.bertoiaauctions.com/
Thanks to Michael Bertoia