- Item: Turkish history books collection
- Quantity: 27 volumes (as written on paper)
- Languages: Bilingual/mixed
- Format: Mixed bindings
- Publication era: Mostly mid-20th century or earlier (vintage/older)
- Condition: Used with visible wear including bumped corners, scuffing, tape on spine/edges; some volumes appear heavily worn
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Turkish History Books Collection, 27 Volumes, Bilingual/Mixed

- Item type: Overbed / Rolling Utility Table
- Brand / Manufacturer: Thomas Mfg., Model 3A (label)
- Top material/finish: Wood-grain laminate (particleboard core likely)
- Base/frame material: Powder-coated steel (beige)
- Dimensions (approx.): 29&#34; x 19&#34; x 32&#34; (written on tag)
- Condition: Tested and working
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Thomas Mfg. Overbed / Rolling Utility Table, Model 3A

- Item type: Bookcase
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 31.5&#34; x 11&#34; x 79.5&#34; (as labeled)
- Material: Laminate over engineered wood (particleboard/MDF)
- Color/Finish: Light cherry / warm oak laminate
- Shelves: 7 shelves (including bottom)
- Shelf adjustability: Adjustable shelves (pin holes)
- Condition: Good used condition with minor surface scuffs and edge wear; not tested (no electronics)
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Light Cherry/Warm Oak Laminate Bookcase, 31.5 x 11 x 79.5 in

- Quantity approximately 11 books/volumes
- Languages include Turkish, Russian, French, English
- Notable titles/series visible Vakiflar Dergisi; Kiyafetu&#39;l-Insaniyye Fi Sema&#39;il-i Osmani&#39;yye; Ottoman Empire in Drawings; Russian historical essays (Очерки по истории)
- Formats hardcover (cloth), leather-bound, dust jacket present, softcover/pamphlet
- Publication era mostly mid-20th century (1950s–1980s), one 1978
- Used vintage condition with wear to spines and edges, some scuffing, one torn dust jacket
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of Approximately 11 Vintage/Antique Books — Multilingual

- Approximately 15–20 pieces: knit mittens/socks (many paired), 2 crystal vases, embroidered velvet shoulder bag, pair of leather/suede slippers
- Small brass oil lamp, carved wooden pieces, embroidered cap, knit scarf/neck warmer, small dish
- Notable brand: Mikasa (sticker on crystal); other items unbranded/unknown
- Origins: Made in Pakistan and other unknown origins
- Used — mixed condition with wear, pilling, patina; items not electronically tested

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Mixed Lot Vintage/Ethnic Accessories &#38; Home Decor (15–20 pcs)

- Item type: Lot of books + loose papers
- Quantity: Approximately 13 books plus loose papers
- Visible titles/authors: The Words; The Flashes Collection; Letters — Bediuzzaman Said Nursi; Southeast Asia: A Concise History; Open to Language; other unlisted titles
- Language: English
- Format/binding: Mixed
- Condition: Used; shelf wear to covers/spines; at least one loose/unstapled paper with creases and a small tear; overall readable
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of approximately 13 English books and loose papers

- Bookcase / Bookshelf
- Laminate over engineered wood (particleboard/MDF)
- Light beech / light oak laminate finish
- Dimensions: 31.5&#34; W x 11.5&#34; D x 79.5&#34; H
- 7 shelf levels (including base and top)
- Pre-assembled, freestanding
- Used; visible scuffs and adhesive/paint residue on side, structurally intact
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Light Beech Laminate 7-Shelf Bookcase 31.5 x 11.5 x 79.5 in

- Approximately 14–18 volumes in the lot
- Languages: Russian, Uzbek, and other unknown languages
- Binding: hardcover
- Subjects: dictionaries, grammar, literary essays, linguistics, mixed language reference
- Publication era: mostly mid-20th century (Soviet-era, circa 1940s–1970s)
- Condition: used vintage with shelf wear, bumped corners, some scuffs; paper items not tested
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of vintage hardcover language reference books (Russian/Uzbek)

- Assortment of small vintage tabletop items: metal tray, ceramic/porcelain pieces, wooden items, woven baskets, brass piece
- Marked pieces include Danny Wilson and ATC Japan
- Some woven and wooden pieces unmarked/unknown makers
- Primary materials: metal (silverplate/stainless), ceramic, wood, wicker/natural fiber, brass
- Mid-20th century (1950s–1970s) marked pieces
- Largest tray approx. 12–16 inches long (estimate)
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Mixed Vintage Collectibles &#38; Housewares Lot — Small Tabletop Items

- Set of collectable teaspoons in original fitted case (lot)
- Maker label inside case: Carl Frey & Söhne (Pforzheim)
- Material likely silver‑plated (not sterling)
- Approximately 7–8 spoons visible (exact count unclear)
- Ornate floral/rococo Victorian‑style handle pattern
- Original fabric‑lined case with label (lining damaged) 
- Heavy tarnish, surface pitting/wear; untested, for display or restoration
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Set of Collectable Teaspoons in Fitted Case — Carl Frey &#38; Söhne

- Lot of approximately 30–40 vintage books
- Primarily Russian language (Cyrillic)
- Publication era primarily mid-20th century (1920s–1960s)
- Mixed formats: hardcover and paperback
- Subjects include fiction (classic authors), Soviet-era/political works, reference/dictionaries, children’s/illustrated
- Used vintage with mixed condition: wear, bumped edges/corners, rubbed cloth, some torn/chipped dust jackets and loose/paperback spines
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 30–40 Vintage Russian Hardcover &#38; Paperback Books

- Assorted decorative ceramic plates and bowls, lot of 7 pieces
- Fakhory Pottery — Jerusalem (stamp on base)
- Glazed ceramic / earthenware
- Hand-painted floral, Arabic calligraphy and geometric patterns
- Sizes: small (
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Assorted Fakhory Pottery Decorative Ceramic Plates &#38; Bowls, 7 pcs

- Approximately 50–120 items (mixed lot)
- Languages: Turkish and English
- Date/era: Mostly mid-20th century (1970s–1990s visible)
- Publishers/series included: Turkish Studies Association Bulletin, Türkçemiz (İlkokul series), Varlık, other unidentified publishers
- Format/size: Primarily paperback/journal format (saddle-stapled or glued softcover)
- Condition: Used with spine wear, edge/corner wear and some creasing
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Mixed Lot of Mid-20th Century Turkish &#38; English Periodicals

- Item: Lot of DVDs and one VHS
- Quantity: About 12–16 items
- Media formats: DVD and mixed formats (includes one VHS)
- Notable titles/series visible: Heritage; Castle in the Sky; Argentosoma; Ranma 1/2; Blindspot (Hitler&#39;s Secretary); other documentary/educational DVDs
- Condition: Used — cases show shelf wear; discs not verified (not tested)
- Region/format: Likely NTSC (U.S. retail stickers visible) — region not fully verified
- Included extras/accessories: Unknown / not shown
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Lot of DVDs and One VHS, Assorted Titles (About 12–16)

- Lot of vintage books, magazines and booklets
- Approximately 25–35 items (estimate from photos)
- Subjects include travel guides, history, cultural studies, literature, government reports, music/arts magazines
- Languages: English, Turkish, and possibly German
- Mid 20th century (1940s–1960s)
- Formats: softcover pamphlets, magazines, trade paperbacks
- Used vintage with light–moderate shelf wear and age toning
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 25–35 Mid-20th Century Travel, History &#38; Arts Books/Mags

- Hand‑painted Ganesha wall mask, ceramic, tag from UCLA Fowler Museum store
- Mixed lot of small decorative and household items
- Included: mask, metal oval dish, frames, stones/fragments, textiles, toothbrushes, tags
- Materials: ceramic, wood, metal (tarnished silverplate?), textile/cotton, stone/rock, plastic, paper/cardboard
- Used — mixed condition (mask appears intact; metal heavily tarnished; textiles worn; stones are fragments)
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Hand‑painted Ganesha Ceramic Wall Mask &#38; Assorted Lot

- Approximately 25 books in a single lot
- Primary subjects: Turkish/Ottoman history, architecture, art, ethnography, travel (Constantinople)
- Languages include English, Turkish, German and possibly others
- Mixed formats: hardcover, cloth, leather-bound, paperback, spiral/comb bound
- Notable examples: Masterpieces from Turkey; Istanbul Camileri; The Early Ottomans; Turk Etnografya Dergisi; Walsh - Constantinople (Vol I & II)
- Used, mixed condition with vintage wear, bumped corners, some torn/damaged dust jackets
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of ~25 Books on Turkish/Ottoman History, Architecture &#38; Art

- Approximately 12 books in the lot
- Majority German language
- Publication era: early 20th century (circa 1900–1950)
- Mixed bindings: hardcover, paperbound, cloth, some leather
- Notable works include Jacob Burckhardt’s Die Kultur der Renaissance in Italien and Friedrich Hölderlin’s Sämtliche Werke; includes other German poetry, essays, and classics
- Used vintage condition: rubbed edges, bumped corners, scuffed/darkened spines; some paper covers detached or fragile; interiors not fully inspected
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of ~12 Vintage German Books, Early 20th Century

- Item: Lot of books
- Quantity: approximately 30 books
- Languages: Russian, English, Turkish, other/unknown
- Binding types: hardcover, paperback, cloth-bound, spiral
- Subjects/genres: literature/poetry, reference/academic, history, language/linguistics, art/architecture, fiction
- Condition: used — mixed wear; shelf wear, rubbed cloth, edge/corner wear, some torn/missing dust jackets; internal condition unverified
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of ~30 Mixed-Language Books, Various Genres &#38; Bindings

- Mixed lot of small decorative metalware and ceramics: cups, bowls, candlestick, trinket boxes, small vases, paperweights
- Materials: mixed metals, copper, brass, bronze, glass, ceramic
- Marked Towle (silverplate) included
- Quantity approximately 15–20 small pieces (three shelves shown)
- Tallest piece approx. 7–10 in; most under 6 in
- Styles: Middle Eastern/Anatolian, Victorian silverplate, modern glass/ceramic
- Used vintage condition with tarnish, patina, surface wear
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Mixed lot decorative metalware &#38; ceramics (15–20 pieces)

- Approximately 40–60 books in lot
- Primary language: Turkish (many titles)
- Format/binding: mixed — paperback and hardcover
- Majority subjects: history, literature/novels, religion, language/reference, children/illustrated, mixed
- Condition: used — mixed wear (shelf wear, creased/soft covers, some older/tanned pages); not tested
- Many vintage/older publications (mid-20th century and later)
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 40–60 Books — Turkish &#38; Mixed Genres

- Quantity: approximately 40–60 volumes
- Primary subject: linguistics, Turkic languages, history and grammar
- Languages included: Russian, Turkish, English, French, and others
- Format: mixed hardcover and softcover (paperback) present
- Publication era: mostly mid 20th century (1920s–1980s)
- Condition: used, mixed wear including shelf and spine wear, tanning, scuffs; several cloth-bound volumes in good shape
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 40–60 Linguistics &#38; Turkic Language Books

- Quantity: approximately 30–40 volumes
- Language: Russian (Cyrillic titles visible)
- Subject/Genre: Academic — linguistics; Turkic and regional language studies
- Format: mix of hardback and paperback
- Publication era: Soviet-era / mid-20th century (1950s–1980s)
- Condition: used with shelf wear and scuffs; most bindings intact; some covers show wear and edge rubbing
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 30–40 Russian-language Turkic &#38; regional linguistics books

- Approximately 65–80 books
- Languages: Russian, Turkish, Azerbaijani, Kazakh, English, other Turkic languages
- Subjects: linguistics, dialectology, dictionaries/lexicons, history, music, literature
- Formats: hardcover, paperback/softcover, stapled pamphlet
- Publication era: mostly mid-20th century (c. 1940s–1970s), some possibly 1980s
- Condition: used vintage — overall fair; visible shelf wear, edge/corner wear, some creased covers and one or more staples or torn covers; not individually inspected
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 65–80 Vintage Academic &#38; Reference Books (Multilingual)

Commerce (California, USA) PARTNER MANAGED Estate Sale Online Auction - Randolph Street (STORAGE)

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Brass samovar with 1891 Cyrillic imperial eagle stamps, ten assorted companion pieces including one engraved brass mortar, one turned wood pestle, one engraved brass pestle, one carved wood book stand in two folding panels, one small brass bowl, one round lithographed tin box, one brass tray, three assorted small metal or wood implements. Heavy patina, surface corrosion, oxidation and wear throughout. Samovar untested.

Brass samovar with Cyrillic 1891 imperial eagle stamps

Engraved brass mortar

Turned wood pestle

Engraved brass pestle

Carved wood folding book stand panel left

Carved wood folding book stand panel right

Small brass bowl

Round floral lithographed tin box with lid

Brass tray

Small metal implement 1

Small metal/wood implement 2

Close-up of samovar body showing brass surface, maker’s medals, imperial eagle, dated 1891

Two pestles, one wood, one engraved brass, on blue quilt

Engraved brass mortar with lobed lower body on blue quilt

Samovar mottled brass tone with struck maker’s medals and imperial double-headed eagle; companion pieces show mixed finishes—brown patinated wood, bright and darkened brass, multicolour floral tin lid, carved geometric wood panels.

Antique Russian Brass Samovar With Mixed Metal And Wood Items

- Primary item: Antique Russian samovar (tea urn)
- Lot size: Approximately 11 pieces (1 large samovar + 10 smaller items)
- Lot contents: Mortars & pestles, carved wooden panels/book stands, brass bowl, decorative tin box, tray, other small metal/wood items
- Origin/markings: Russian; Cyrillic maker stamps visible including imperial double-headed eagle and 1891 marking
- Date/Age: Likely late 19th century (19th c. style)
- Condition: Used — heavy patina, surface corrosion and spotting on samovar, general wear and oxidation on metal pieces, chips/surface wear on wood; samovar not tested for function
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Lot #171: Antique Russian Samovar with Mixed Metal & Wood Lot

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, May 02 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Pickup Location: Randolph Street, Commerce, CA, 90040 View Map (opens in new window)

Lot #171: Antique Russian Samovar with Mixed Metal & Wood Lot

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sat, May 02 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Pickup Location: Randolph Street, Commerce, CA, 90040 View Map (opens in new window)

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