GREAT COLLECTION OF VINTAGE HAND-MADE PUPPETS & MORE!
Listing ID#: 594534

Sale Location

Evansville, IN 47725
Sale Dates and TimesSALE IS COMPLETED
Bidding Starts: Tuesday Apr 25
Bidding Ends: Thursday May 18
Sale Type
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Company Information
Sohn & Associates, Ltd.

Contact: Trent Sohn
Phone: 812-467-0227
Email: tsohn@sohnandassociates.com
Website: www.SohnAndAssociates.com

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Listing Terms and Conditions
Auction Terms & Conditions Please Review All Online Terms Prior To Bidding!

- 10% Buyers Premium will BE added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. ALL PURCHASES MADE BY INDIANA RESIDENTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO INDIANA SALES TAX. SALES TAX WILL BE CHARGED ON THE HAMMER PRICE AND BUYERS PREMIUM. SHIPPING AVAILABLE ON SELECT ITEMS. PLEASE REVIEW SHIPPING AND PAYMENT TERMS PRIOR TO BIDDING!

- COIN, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY.

- TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS.

- Sohn & Associates, Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any missing or incorrect listing information. All information is gathered from sources believed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate. Item descriptions and listings are subject to be changed, updated, or cancelled at any time without notice. All bidders agree that his or her own decision to bid and the amount he or she bids have been based solely on his or her own independent inspection and evaluation of the items. "ALL SALES ARE FINAL - NO RETURNS/REFUNDS!!"

- All items must sell through the auction process, no pre-sales. This is not a retail purchase and all units are sold as-is, where-is without any warranties whatsoever, where express, implied or statutory. Expressly excluded are warranties of merchantability, fitness for use, purpose, and direction.

- This auction features a ONE (1) minute soft close with a THIRTY (30) second stagger time for each lot.

- In the event that there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software nor Sohn & Associates, Ltd. shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason.

- Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item/lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding.

- Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject any and all bids for any reason. An accepted bid is a legal binding contract. Bidder assumes all risk of loss or damage to the item at the end of the auction. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to resell any personal property that is not paid for in full by the conclusion of the stated pickup date/dates. In any such event, the bidder will still be responsible for payment for the original purchase and the costs of collection of this payment and/or damages resulting for the resale of the property.

- Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to bid on behalf of the Seller and the Buyer.

- Buyer and or Bidder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Sohn & Associates, Ltd. and its agents, owners, employees and its representatives from any and all claims, damages or suits including but not limited to awards, judgments, costs, fees, etc.

- The identity of all bidders will be verified. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject the bidder's registration if there is any question as to the person's credentials.

- Bidder responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the web site you must obey any and all local state and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of web site use privileges. Auction company employees and/or Auction Company may bid on auction.

- EACH PARTY HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVES (TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW) ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF ANY DISPUTE ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT AND AGREES THAT ANY SUCH DISPUTE SHALL BE TRIED BEFORE A JUDGE SITTING WITHOUT A JURY.

- By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees payment to Sohn & Associates, Ltd. of any bid amount not paid when due by the business entity or corporation, for any reason, together with all collection expenses incurred to enforce collection, including a reasonable attorney's fee.

- If, for any reason, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. is unable to make available or deliver any Purchase, or portion thereof, or documentation required in respect to any purchase at time of pickup, the sole liability of Sohn & Associates, Ltd., if any, shall be the return of any paid monies in respect of such purchase upon its return by purchaser.

- By bidding on any item, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth.

PAYMENT

- All purchases will be automatically charged the following morning after the auction has closed with your credit card on file with HiBid. If you do not wish to have your credit card charged for your purchase(s), please contact us immediately to make other arrangements for payment. If not notified within 24 hours BEFORE THE END OF THE AUCTION your credit card on file will be charged.

- Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE.

- COINS, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY.

-TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS.

- IF PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY THE LAST SCHEDULED PICK UP DAY, IT WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DEFAULT. Upon default, the bidder may be black listed/blocked from bidding on any future Sohn & Associates, Ltd. auctions. All defaulted items may be offered to the next highest qualified bidder at the discretion of the Sohn & Associates, Ltd.

- The bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees and other costs incurred by Sohn & Associates, Ltd. in its efforts to collect unpaid funds from the bidder. The bidder agrees that a late fee of two percent (2%) of the outstanding balance per month will be added to any unpaid balance due Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Any dispute will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Vanderburgh County, Indiana.

PICKUP & SHIPPING

Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE.

Items are to be picked up on the arranged pickups day(s). If you are not able to do so, you must notify the auction company IMMEDIATELY and other arrangements must be made ASAP. Any specialized arrangement for pickup outside of the scheduled dates will be subject to an additional $25 fee. All items must be picked up within 7 days of the auction's end date. Items left after that time will be forfeited back to Sohn & Associates. NO REFUNDS will be issued.

ALL IN-HOUSE SHIPPING WILL BE PROCESSED THROUGH SOHN & ASSOCIATES, LTD. NO OUTSOURCED LABELS OF ANY KIND WILL BE ACCEPTED.

BIDDERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR PACKING, LOADING, MOVING ALL ITEMS PURCHASED WITHOUT ASSISTANCE FROM Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. WILL NOT SUPPLY ANY TOOLS, BOXES OR PACKING MATERIALS. THE WINNING BIDDER ON LARGE ITEMS NEEDS TO BRING HELP AND THE EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO LOAD THE ITEM(S).

NO FURNITURE, OVERSIZED OR DELICATE SPECIALTY ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED IN HOUSE!! Sohn and Associates will not be responsible for any palletizing or shipping of furniture. Winning bidders of furniture must make their own shipping arrangements (including palleting) or take delivery of the furniture items at the auction house. Oversized, Delicate and/or Specialty items (such as framed art, table lamps, glass art, etc.) will be taken to a third party shipper for processing. A $25.00 Delivery Fee will be charged for all drop offs. Buyer is responsible for making arrangements with third party shipper.

Sohn & Associates, Ltd. will only ship items at Bidder's expense that are small enough to be shipped via USPS Priority Mail or Flat Rate Boxes or FedEx Ground. Fragile items, items that weigh over 25lbs., or items that will not fit in a 16½" x 14½" x 12" box will need to be picked up or shipping can be done by a Professional Shipper/Packer at Bidder's Expense. Please contact the auction company if you need a list of Professional Shippers in our area. Buyer must notify the auction company if they plan to use a Professional Shipper/Packer and Buyer is responsible for making their own shipping arrangements with the Professional Shipper/Packer . Shipping costs are the sole responsibility of the Buyer. Shipping and handling charges will be charged upon completion of packaging with the credit card on file. All packages being shipped by the auction company will be shipped with insurance equivalent to the hammer price. All packages being shipped will have a minimum of $10 shipping charge including handling. Please allow 7-14 business days after the last scheduled pick-up date for items to be shipped. Please contact our office at 812-467-0227 with any questions.
Listing Information
ONLINE ONLY PUPPET AUCTION GREAT COLLECTION OF VINTAGE HAND-MADE PUPPETS & MORE! BIDDING ENDS: THURSDAY MAY 18th - With First Lot Scheduled to End at 6:00 PM (Staggered Soft Close) AUCTION LINK: www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com This unique auction offers over 80 lots to bid on and win. These vintage handmade items were from Judy Heiken d/b/a The Heiken Puppets! This puppet company operated for nearly two decades, traveling to all 50 states. Just a sampling of the HIGHLIGHTS include: Santa and Reindeer Puppets; Abe Lincoln Puppet; Uncle Sam, Large Snowman, Popeye & Olive Oyl, Wild West show Puppet Grouping; Large Sorcerer Puppet; Ben Franklin Puppet; Cinderella Puppets; Tasmanian Devil Puppet; Dinosaur and Sea Creatures Puppets; Little Red Riding Hood Puppets; Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles; Paper Mache Heads; GE Stagelight & More! Please visit the bidding link for a complete searchable catalog and hundreds of pictures. PREVIEW: Please visit website for hundreds of pictures or view in person on MONDAY MAY 15th 12 NOON -2:OO PM. PICK-UP: MONDAY MAY 22nd 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. PLEASE NOTE PICK-UP IS TO BE SCHEDULED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY through our online signup genius calendar via email link. You will receive a link with your paid invoice to sign up for a specific pick-up time. LOCATION FOR PREVIEW & PICK-UP: 4700 PROFICIENT CT, EVANSVILLE, IN 47725; from the intersection of Boonville New Harmony Rd & N Green River Rd, go South on Green River to Right on Proficient Ct, (auction pick-up sign will be visible). AUCTION LINK: visit www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com for complete listing & terms! Please read all terms and conditions at bidding link prior to bidding. Terms: 10% Buyers Premium will be added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. Sales tax will be charged on the hammer price and buyer's premium. Payment may be made by cash, check or credit card. All items selling AS-IS. For a complete listing of items and auction terms, please visit the bidding link at www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com. Auctioneer: Trent Sohn #AU19700067, #AC3000226 Auction Id: 1621

1
Puppet Heads
Heiken Puppets; With control stick.

2
Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Old lady and man.


4
Skelton Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

5
Cow Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

6
Musical Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes man with horn and bear with guitar.

7
Raggedy Andy Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

8
Fox Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

9
2 Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes monter and vampire puppet.


11
2 Mouse Puppets
Heiken Puppets; One large and one small puppet.

12
Doctor Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


14
Sea Creature Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


16
Abe Lincoln Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

17
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

18


20
Large Sorcerer Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

21
2 Easter Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Easter dog puppet and Easter rabbit puppet.

22
Strongman Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

23
GE Stagelight
1500 W; Condition unknown.




27
Phantom Puppet
Heiken Puppets.



30
Large Orange Gorilla Puppet
Heiken Puppets; With suit.

31
Lot of Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 beavers, bird, chicken, fox and 2 others.

32
Tasmanian Devil Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

33
Dog Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

34
Lot of Assorted Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: owl, turkey, cat, pig and monkey puppet.


36
Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

37
Large Swan Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


39

40
Girl Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

41
Patchwork Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

42
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

43
Turtle Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

44
Quasimodo Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


46
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: alligator, monster, pharoh heads.

47
Paper Mache Head
Plus on full figure.

48
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Babes in Toyland.

49
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Knick-knack paddy whack.

50
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; pinocchio.

51
Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles
Including: newspapers, photos, scene guides and misc.; Heiken Puppets.


52
Lot of Books
Including: 7 Art Museum books, 3 Fix-It books and a history of TV book.

53
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: assorted creatures and more.


55
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: walrus, flying monkey and more.

56
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: old man, mermaid, lady, bear and misc.

57
Box of Incomplete Puppets
Including: paper mache heads.

58
Ben Franklin Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Old man with patch puppet.

59
Chicken Little Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

60
Dogs Best Show Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

61
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: chicken, dog, cat and more misc.



64
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: shark, penguin, saxaphone, bee, billy goat and more.

65
Wild West show Puppet Grouping
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 boxes.

66
Nutcracker Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: nutcrackers and mice.

67
Penguing Party Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

68
Cat acrobat Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

69
Puppet Monsters
Heiken Puppets.


71
The 3 Bears Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


73
Cinderella Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


75
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Old Lady Who Lived in a Shoe and One Swallowed a Fly.

76
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 3 box sets.

77
Silly Zilly Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 2 box set.

78


80
Fat Cat Review Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


82
Popeye and Olive Oyl Puppets
Includes puppet head w/ control stick. Heiken Puppets.

83
Totem Pole Puppet
Heiken Puppet



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Sohn & Associates, Ltd.

Sohn & Associates, Ltd.


Contact: Trent Sohn
Phone: 812-467-0227
Sale Location
4700 Proficient Court
Evansville, IN 47725
Sale Dates and Times
Sale Terms and Conditions
Auction Terms & Conditions Please Review All Online Terms Prior To Bidding! - 10% Buyers Premium will BE added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. ALL PURCHASES MADE BY INDIANA RESIDENTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO INDIANA SALES TAX. SALES TAX WILL BE CHARGED ON THE HAMMER PRICE AND BUYERS PREMIUM. SHIPPING AVAILABLE ON SELECT ITEMS. PLEASE REVIEW SHIPPING AND PAYMENT TERMS PRIOR TO BIDDING! - COIN, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY. - TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any missing or incorrect listing information. All information is gathered from sources believed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate. Item descriptions and listings are subject to be changed, updated, or cancelled at any time without notice. All bidders agree that his or her own decision to bid and the amount he or she bids have been based solely on his or her own independent inspection and evaluation of the items. "ALL SALES ARE FINAL - NO RETURNS/REFUNDS!!" - All items must sell through the auction process, no pre-sales. This is not a retail purchase and all units are sold as-is, where-is without any warranties whatsoever, where express, implied or statutory. Expressly excluded are warranties of merchantability, fitness for use, purpose, and direction. - This auction features a ONE (1) minute soft close with a THIRTY (30) second stagger time for each lot. - In the event that there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software nor Sohn & Associates, Ltd. shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item/lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject any and all bids for any reason. An accepted bid is a legal binding contract. Bidder assumes all risk of loss or damage to the item at the end of the auction. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to resell any personal property that is not paid for in full by the conclusion of the stated pickup date/dates. In any such event, the bidder will still be responsible for payment for the original purchase and the costs of collection of this payment and/or damages resulting for the resale of the property. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to bid on behalf of the Seller and the Buyer. - Buyer and or Bidder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Sohn & Associates, Ltd. and its agents, owners, employees and its representatives from any and all claims, damages or suits including but not limited to awards, judgments, costs, fees, etc. - The identity of all bidders will be verified. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject the bidder's registration if there is any question as to the person's credentials. - Bidder responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the web site you must obey any and all local state and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of web site use privileges. Auction company employees and/or Auction Company may bid on auction. - EACH PARTY HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVES (TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW) ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF ANY DISPUTE ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT AND AGREES THAT ANY SUCH DISPUTE SHALL BE TRIED BEFORE A JUDGE SITTING WITHOUT A JURY. - By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees payment to Sohn & Associates, Ltd. of any bid amount not paid when due by the business entity or corporation, for any reason, together with all collection expenses incurred to enforce collection, including a reasonable attorney's fee. - If, for any reason, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. is unable to make available or deliver any Purchase, or portion thereof, or documentation required in respect to any purchase at time of pickup, the sole liability of Sohn & Associates, Ltd., if any, shall be the return of any paid monies in respect of such purchase upon its return by purchaser. - By bidding on any item, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth. PAYMENT - All purchases will be automatically charged the following morning after the auction has closed with your credit card on file with HiBid. If you do not wish to have your credit card charged for your purchase(s), please contact us immediately to make other arrangements for payment. If not notified within 24 hours BEFORE THE END OF THE AUCTION your credit card on file will be charged. - Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE. - COINS, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY. -TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS. - IF PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY THE LAST SCHEDULED PICK UP DAY, IT WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DEFAULT. Upon default, the bidder may be black listed/blocked from bidding on any future Sohn & Associates, Ltd. auctions. All defaulted items may be offered to the next highest qualified bidder at the discretion of the Sohn & Associates, Ltd. - The bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees and other costs incurred by Sohn & Associates, Ltd. in its efforts to collect unpaid funds from the bidder. The bidder agrees that a late fee of two percent (2%) of the outstanding balance per month will be added to any unpaid balance due Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Any dispute will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. PICKUP & SHIPPING Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE. Items are to be picked up on the arranged pickups day(s). If you are not able to do so, you must notify the auction company IMMEDIATELY and other arrangements must be made ASAP. Any specialized arrangement for pickup outside of the scheduled dates will be subject to an additional $25 fee. All items must be picked up within 7 days of the auction's end date. Items left after that time will be forfeited back to Sohn & Associates. NO REFUNDS will be issued. ALL IN-HOUSE SHIPPING WILL BE PROCESSED THROUGH SOHN & ASSOCIATES, LTD. NO OUTSOURCED LABELS OF ANY KIND WILL BE ACCEPTED. BIDDERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR PACKING, LOADING, MOVING ALL ITEMS PURCHASED WITHOUT ASSISTANCE FROM Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. WILL NOT SUPPLY ANY TOOLS, BOXES OR PACKING MATERIALS. THE WINNING BIDDER ON LARGE ITEMS NEEDS TO BRING HELP AND THE EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO LOAD THE ITEM(S). NO FURNITURE, OVERSIZED OR DELICATE SPECIALTY ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED IN HOUSE!! Sohn and Associates will not be responsible for any palletizing or shipping of furniture. Winning bidders of furniture must make their own shipping arrangements (including palleting) or take delivery of the furniture items at the auction house. Oversized, Delicate and/or Specialty items (such as framed art, table lamps, glass art, etc.) will be taken to a third party shipper for processing. A $25.00 Delivery Fee will be charged for all drop offs. Buyer is responsible for making arrangements with third party shipper. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. will only ship items at Bidder's expense that are small enough to be shipped via USPS Priority Mail or Flat Rate Boxes or FedEx Ground. Fragile items, items that weigh over 25lbs., or items that will not fit in a 16½" x 14½" x 12" box will need to be picked up or shipping can be done by a Professional Shipper/Packer at Bidder's Expense. Please contact the auction company if you need a list of Professional Shippers in our area. Buyer must notify the auction company if they plan to use a Professional Shipper/Packer and Buyer is responsible for making their own shipping arrangements with the Professional Shipper/Packer . Shipping costs are the sole responsibility of the Buyer. Shipping and handling charges will be charged upon completion of packaging with the credit card on file. All packages being shipped by the auction company will be shipped with insurance equivalent to the hammer price. All packages being shipped will have a minimum of $10 shipping charge including handling. Please allow 7-14 business days after the last scheduled pick-up date for items to be shipped. Please contact our office at 812-467-0227 with any questions.
Listing Details
ONLINE ONLY PUPPET AUCTION GREAT COLLECTION OF VINTAGE HAND-MADE PUPPETS & MORE! BIDDING ENDS: THURSDAY MAY 18th - With First Lot Scheduled to End at 6:00 PM (Staggered Soft Close) AUCTION LINK: www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com This unique auction offers over 80 lots to bid on and win. These vintage handmade items were from Judy Heiken d/b/a The Heiken Puppets! This puppet company operated for nearly two decades, traveling to all 50 states. Just a sampling of the HIGHLIGHTS include: Santa and Reindeer Puppets; Abe Lincoln Puppet; Uncle Sam, Large Snowman, Popeye & Olive Oyl, Wild West show Puppet Grouping; Large Sorcerer Puppet; Ben Franklin Puppet; Cinderella Puppets; Tasmanian Devil Puppet; Dinosaur and Sea Creatures Puppets; Little Red Riding Hood Puppets; Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles; Paper Mache Heads; GE Stagelight & More! Please visit the bidding link for a complete searchable catalog and hundreds of pictures. PREVIEW: Please visit website for hundreds of pictures or view in person on MONDAY MAY 15th 12 NOON -2:OO PM. PICK-UP: MONDAY MAY 22nd 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. PLEASE NOTE PICK-UP IS TO BE SCHEDULED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY through our online signup genius calendar via email link. You will receive a link with your paid invoice to sign up for a specific pick-up time. LOCATION FOR PREVIEW & PICK-UP: 4700 PROFICIENT CT, EVANSVILLE, IN 47725; from the intersection of Boonville New Harmony Rd & N Green River Rd, go South on Green River to Right on Proficient Ct, (auction pick-up sign will be visible). AUCTION LINK: visit www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com for complete listing & terms! Please read all terms and conditions at bidding link prior to bidding. Terms: 10% Buyers Premium will be added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. Sales tax will be charged on the hammer price and buyer's premium. Payment may be made by cash, check or credit card. All items selling AS-IS. For a complete listing of items and auction terms, please visit the bidding link at www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com. Auctioneer: Trent Sohn #AU19700067, #AC3000226 Auction Id: 1621

1
Puppet Heads
Heiken Puppets; With control stick.

2
Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Old lady and man.


4
Skelton Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

5
Cow Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

6
Musical Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes man with horn and bear with guitar.

7
Raggedy Andy Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

8
Fox Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

9
2 Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes monter and vampire puppet.


11
2 Mouse Puppets
Heiken Puppets; One large and one small puppet.

12
Doctor Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


14
Sea Creature Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


16
Abe Lincoln Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

17
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

18


20
Large Sorcerer Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

21
2 Easter Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Easter dog puppet and Easter rabbit puppet.

22
Strongman Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

23
GE Stagelight
1500 W; Condition unknown.




27
Phantom Puppet
Heiken Puppets.



30
Large Orange Gorilla Puppet
Heiken Puppets; With suit.

31
Lot of Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 beavers, bird, chicken, fox and 2 others.

32
Tasmanian Devil Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

33
Dog Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

34
Lot of Assorted Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: owl, turkey, cat, pig and monkey puppet.


36
Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

37
Large Swan Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


39

40
Girl Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

41
Patchwork Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

42
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

43
Turtle Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

44
Quasimodo Puppet
Heiken Puppets.


46
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: alligator, monster, pharoh heads.

47
Paper Mache Head
Plus on full figure.

48
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Babes in Toyland.

49
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Knick-knack paddy whack.

50
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; pinocchio.

51
Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles
Including: newspapers, photos, scene guides and misc.; Heiken Puppets.


52
Lot of Books
Including: 7 Art Museum books, 3 Fix-It books and a history of TV book.

53
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: assorted creatures and more.


55
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: walrus, flying monkey and more.

56
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: old man, mermaid, lady, bear and misc.

57
Box of Incomplete Puppets
Including: paper mache heads.

58
Ben Franklin Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Old man with patch puppet.

59
Chicken Little Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

60
Dogs Best Show Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

61
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: chicken, dog, cat and more misc.



64
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: shark, penguin, saxaphone, bee, billy goat and more.

65
Wild West show Puppet Grouping
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 boxes.

66
Nutcracker Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: nutcrackers and mice.

67
Penguing Party Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

68
Cat acrobat Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

69
Puppet Monsters
Heiken Puppets.


71
The 3 Bears Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


73
Cinderella Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


75
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Old Lady Who Lived in a Shoe and One Swallowed a Fly.

76
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 3 box sets.

77
Silly Zilly Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 2 box set.

78


80
Fat Cat Review Puppets
Heiken Puppets.


82
Popeye and Olive Oyl Puppets
Includes puppet head w/ control stick. Heiken Puppets.

83
Totem Pole Puppet
Heiken Puppet



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GREAT COLLECTION OF VINTAGE HAND-MADE PUPPETS & MORE!
 Online Only Auction
Sale Date(s)
Bidding Starts: Tuesday Apr 25
Bidding Ends: Thursday May 18
Sale Location

Evansville, IN 47725
Listing Terms and Conditions
Auction Terms & Conditions Please Review All Online Terms Prior To Bidding! - 10% Buyers Premium will BE added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. ALL PURCHASES MADE BY INDIANA RESIDENTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO INDIANA SALES TAX. SALES TAX WILL BE CHARGED ON THE HAMMER PRICE AND BUYERS PREMIUM. SHIPPING AVAILABLE ON SELECT ITEMS. PLEASE REVIEW SHIPPING AND PAYMENT TERMS PRIOR TO BIDDING! - COIN, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY. - TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. assumes no responsibility for any missing or incorrect listing information. All information is gathered from sources believed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate. Item descriptions and listings are subject to be changed, updated, or cancelled at any time without notice. All bidders agree that his or her own decision to bid and the amount he or she bids have been based solely on his or her own independent inspection and evaluation of the items. "ALL SALES ARE FINAL - NO RETURNS/REFUNDS!!" - All items must sell through the auction process, no pre-sales. This is not a retail purchase and all units are sold as-is, where-is without any warranties whatsoever, where express, implied or statutory. Expressly excluded are warranties of merchantability, fitness for use, purpose, and direction. - This auction features a ONE (1) minute soft close with a THIRTY (30) second stagger time for each lot. - In the event that there are technical difficulties related to the server, software or any other online auction-related technologies, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to extend bidding, continue the bidding, or close the bidding. Neither the company providing the software nor Sohn & Associates, Ltd. shall be held responsible for a missed bid or the failure of the software to function properly for any reason. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to cancel this auction, or remove any item/lot from this auction prior to the close of bidding. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject any and all bids for any reason. An accepted bid is a legal binding contract. Bidder assumes all risk of loss or damage to the item at the end of the auction. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to resell any personal property that is not paid for in full by the conclusion of the stated pickup date/dates. In any such event, the bidder will still be responsible for payment for the original purchase and the costs of collection of this payment and/or damages resulting for the resale of the property. - Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to bid on behalf of the Seller and the Buyer. - Buyer and or Bidder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Sohn & Associates, Ltd. and its agents, owners, employees and its representatives from any and all claims, damages or suits including but not limited to awards, judgments, costs, fees, etc. - The identity of all bidders will be verified. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. reserves the right to reject the bidder's registration if there is any question as to the person's credentials. - Bidder responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for ANY and ALL activity involving their account. When using the web site you must obey any and all local state and federal laws. Violations will result in termination of web site use privileges. Auction company employees and/or Auction Company may bid on auction. - EACH PARTY HEREBY KNOWINGLY, VOLUNTARILY AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVES (TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW) ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY OF ANY DISPUTE ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT AND AGREES THAT ANY SUCH DISPUTE SHALL BE TRIED BEFORE A JUDGE SITTING WITHOUT A JURY. - By submitting a bid in the name of a business entity or corporation, the individual submitting the bid enters into a guaranty agreement whereby he or she personally guarantees payment to Sohn & Associates, Ltd. of any bid amount not paid when due by the business entity or corporation, for any reason, together with all collection expenses incurred to enforce collection, including a reasonable attorney's fee. - If, for any reason, Sohn & Associates, Ltd. is unable to make available or deliver any Purchase, or portion thereof, or documentation required in respect to any purchase at time of pickup, the sole liability of Sohn & Associates, Ltd., if any, shall be the return of any paid monies in respect of such purchase upon its return by purchaser. - By bidding on any item, buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth. PAYMENT - All purchases will be automatically charged the following morning after the auction has closed with your credit card on file with HiBid. If you do not wish to have your credit card charged for your purchase(s), please contact us immediately to make other arrangements for payment. If not notified within 24 hours BEFORE THE END OF THE AUCTION your credit card on file will be charged. - Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE. - COINS, CURRENCY, GOLD AND JEWELRY PURCHASES OVER $500.00 WILL BE ACCEPTED BY CERTIFIED CHECK, MONEY ORDER OR WIRE ONLY. -TITLES TO VEHICLES WILL BE MAILED WITHIN 14 BUSINESS DAYS UPON CLEARANCE OF PAYMENT. WINNING BIDDERS OF VEHICLES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL PICK UP ARRANGEMENTS. - IF PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY THE LAST SCHEDULED PICK UP DAY, IT WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DEFAULT. Upon default, the bidder may be black listed/blocked from bidding on any future Sohn & Associates, Ltd. auctions. All defaulted items may be offered to the next highest qualified bidder at the discretion of the Sohn & Associates, Ltd. - The bidder agrees to pay all reasonable attorney fees and other costs incurred by Sohn & Associates, Ltd. in its efforts to collect unpaid funds from the bidder. The bidder agrees that a late fee of two percent (2%) of the outstanding balance per month will be added to any unpaid balance due Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Any dispute will be tried in a court of jurisdiction in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. PICKUP & SHIPPING Payment must be made before item(s) are removed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO RETURNS OR ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE. Items are to be picked up on the arranged pickups day(s). If you are not able to do so, you must notify the auction company IMMEDIATELY and other arrangements must be made ASAP. Any specialized arrangement for pickup outside of the scheduled dates will be subject to an additional $25 fee. All items must be picked up within 7 days of the auction's end date. Items left after that time will be forfeited back to Sohn & Associates. NO REFUNDS will be issued. ALL IN-HOUSE SHIPPING WILL BE PROCESSED THROUGH SOHN & ASSOCIATES, LTD. NO OUTSOURCED LABELS OF ANY KIND WILL BE ACCEPTED. BIDDERS ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR PACKING, LOADING, MOVING ALL ITEMS PURCHASED WITHOUT ASSISTANCE FROM Sohn & Associates, Ltd. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. WILL NOT SUPPLY ANY TOOLS, BOXES OR PACKING MATERIALS. THE WINNING BIDDER ON LARGE ITEMS NEEDS TO BRING HELP AND THE EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO LOAD THE ITEM(S). NO FURNITURE, OVERSIZED OR DELICATE SPECIALTY ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED IN HOUSE!! Sohn and Associates will not be responsible for any palletizing or shipping of furniture. Winning bidders of furniture must make their own shipping arrangements (including palleting) or take delivery of the furniture items at the auction house. Oversized, Delicate and/or Specialty items (such as framed art, table lamps, glass art, etc.) will be taken to a third party shipper for processing. A $25.00 Delivery Fee will be charged for all drop offs. Buyer is responsible for making arrangements with third party shipper. Sohn & Associates, Ltd. will only ship items at Bidder's expense that are small enough to be shipped via USPS Priority Mail or Flat Rate Boxes or FedEx Ground. Fragile items, items that weigh over 25lbs., or items that will not fit in a 16½" x 14½" x 12" box will need to be picked up or shipping can be done by a Professional Shipper/Packer at Bidder's Expense. Please contact the auction company if you need a list of Professional Shippers in our area. Buyer must notify the auction company if they plan to use a Professional Shipper/Packer and Buyer is responsible for making their own shipping arrangements with the Professional Shipper/Packer . Shipping costs are the sole responsibility of the Buyer. Shipping and handling charges will be charged upon completion of packaging with the credit card on file. All packages being shipped by the auction company will be shipped with insurance equivalent to the hammer price. All packages being shipped will have a minimum of $10 shipping charge including handling. Please allow 7-14 business days after the last scheduled pick-up date for items to be shipped. Please contact our office at 812-467-0227 with any questions.
ONLINE ONLY PUPPET AUCTION GREAT COLLECTION OF VINTAGE HAND-MADE PUPPETS & MORE! BIDDING ENDS: THURSDAY MAY 18th - With First Lot Scheduled to End at 6:00 PM (Staggered Soft Close) AUCTION LINK: www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com This unique auction offers over 80 lots to bid on and win. These vintage handmade items were from Judy Heiken d/b/a The Heiken Puppets! This puppet company operated for nearly two decades, traveling to all 50 states. Just a sampling of the HIGHLIGHTS include: Santa and Reindeer Puppets; Abe Lincoln Puppet; Uncle Sam, Large Snowman, Popeye & Olive Oyl, Wild West show Puppet Grouping; Large Sorcerer Puppet; Ben Franklin Puppet; Cinderella Puppets; Tasmanian Devil Puppet; Dinosaur and Sea Creatures Puppets; Little Red Riding Hood Puppets; Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles; Paper Mache Heads; GE Stagelight & More! Please visit the bidding link for a complete searchable catalog and hundreds of pictures. PREVIEW: Please visit website for hundreds of pictures or view in person on MONDAY MAY 15th 12 NOON -2:OO PM. PICK-UP: MONDAY MAY 22nd 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. PLEASE NOTE PICK-UP IS TO BE SCHEDULED BY APPOINTMENT ONLY through our online signup genius calendar via email link. You will receive a link with your paid invoice to sign up for a specific pick-up time. LOCATION FOR PREVIEW & PICK-UP: 4700 PROFICIENT CT, EVANSVILLE, IN 47725; from the intersection of Boonville New Harmony Rd & N Green River Rd, go South on Green River to Right on Proficient Ct, (auction pick-up sign will be visible). AUCTION LINK: visit www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com for complete listing & terms! Please read all terms and conditions at bidding link prior to bidding. Terms: 10% Buyers Premium will be added to the final bid price to determine final selling price. Sales tax will be charged on the hammer price and buyer's premium. Payment may be made by cash, check or credit card. All items selling AS-IS. For a complete listing of items and auction terms, please visit the bidding link at www.SohnAndAssociates.HiBid.com. Auctioneer: Trent Sohn #AU19700067, #AC3000226 Auction Id: 1621

1
Puppet Heads
Heiken Puppets; With control stick.

2
Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Old lady and man.

3

4
Skelton Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

5
Cow Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

6
Musical Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes man with horn and bear with guitar.

7
Raggedy Andy Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

8
Fox Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

9
2 Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Includes monter and vampire puppet.

10

11
2 Mouse Puppets
Heiken Puppets; One large and one small puppet.

12
Doctor Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

13

14
Sea Creature Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

15

16
Abe Lincoln Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

17
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

18

19

20
Large Sorcerer Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

21
2 Easter Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Easter dog puppet and Easter rabbit puppet.

22
Strongman Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

23
GE Stagelight
1500 W; Condition unknown.

24

25

26

27
Phantom Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

28

29

30
Large Orange Gorilla Puppet
Heiken Puppets; With suit.

31
Lot of Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 beavers, bird, chicken, fox and 2 others.

32
Tasmanian Devil Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

33
Dog Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

34
Lot of Assorted Animal Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: owl, turkey, cat, pig and monkey puppet.

35

36
Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

37
Large Swan Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

38

39

40
Girl Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Paper Mache.

41
Patchwork Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

42
Monster Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

43
Turtle Man Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

44
Quasimodo Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

45

46
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: alligator, monster, pharoh heads.

47
Paper Mache Head
Plus on full figure.

48
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Babes in Toyland.

49
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Knick-knack paddy whack.

50
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; pinocchio.

51
Heiken Puppeteers Collectibles
Including: newspapers, photos, scene guides and misc.; Heiken Puppets.

51

52
Lot of Books
Including: 7 Art Museum books, 3 Fix-It books and a history of TV book.

53
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: assorted creatures and more.

54

55
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: walrus, flying monkey and more.

56
Lot of Assorted Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: old man, mermaid, lady, bear and misc.

57
Box of Incomplete Puppets
Including: paper mache heads.

58
Ben Franklin Puppet
Heiken Puppets; Old man with patch puppet.

59
Chicken Little Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

60
Dogs Best Show Puppet
Heiken Puppets.

61
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: chicken, dog, cat and more misc.

62

63

64
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: shark, penguin, saxaphone, bee, billy goat and more.

65
Wild West show Puppet Grouping
Heiken Puppets; Including: 2 boxes.

66
Nutcracker Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: nutcrackers and mice.

67
Penguing Party Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

68
Cat acrobat Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

69
Puppet Monsters
Heiken Puppets.

70

71
The 3 Bears Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

72

73
Cinderella Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

74

75
Lot of Puppets
Heiken Puppets; Including: Old Lady Who Lived in a Shoe and One Swallowed a Fly.

76
Funny Bone Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 3 box sets.

77
Silly Zilly Puppets
Heiken Puppets; 2 box set.

78

79

80
Fat Cat Review Puppets
Heiken Puppets.

81

82
Popeye and Olive Oyl Puppets
Includes puppet head w/ control stick. Heiken Puppets.

83
Totem Pole Puppet
Heiken Puppet

84

85