This blog is about items that are to be auctioned on June 14, 2014, in Green Bay, WI and online.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Steampunk Inspiration


Antique is not steampunk.

However steampunk is inspired by the past, and antiques as props, inspiration, or a source of materials can create a greater realism for steampunk projects.


This illustration could easily be mistaken for a steampunk fantasy, but it is, in fact, one of a series of published paintings depicting the aviation technology of the time, from a bound volume of Scribners magazines for sale at our auction.
I love the earphones, the goggles, the gloves, and all the wood and brass... that guys mustache!  But I think what impresses me the most is that these guys FLEW in that thing.

Another item that stirs my imagination is this cool old watchmans clock.  A conversation piece as-is, I can imagine it's potential as decor, fashion, or part of some wild invention.  
The leather strap makes it easily wearable as a prop or fashion accessory.




Cameos are often part of steampunk fashion.  Why not upgrade from mass-produced plastic to a unique antique work of art, hand carved in shell from the Victorian era? 


Little tiny gears are fun and all, but how about some big wooden gears and machine parts?  You could dust them off and hang them on a wall, as unique art.
My research he suggests they were foundry molds, and this is only a sample of what we have.  I'm still trying to round them all up.



We have many more cool items, selling without reserve.  June 14, 2014.  Online bidding will be available.

Nellie at Superior Auction has started listing official photos on her website as well.   
You can find her at SuperiorAuction.net.





2 comments:

  1. That cameo is gorgeous! Do you know exactly how old it is? I love how you've talked about a current trend (steampunk) in the context of your antique business. Do you have any Edwardian style rings?
    Claudia Rosenburg | http://www.brodney.com/

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    1. Claudia, your website is lovely!
      The cameo is Victorian.
      I don't think that we will be offering any Edwardian rings at this auction... but if we do, I'll be sure to give you a heads up.
      Cameos are a special interest of mine, so there will be a few of those, but I'm not sure yet what else.

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