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The Al and Carol Cali Collection

Sun, Jan 18, 2026 04:00PM EST - Sun, Feb 1, 2026 04:00PM EST
Lot 326

Curved Glass Cane/ Umbrella Display Case, The Oscar Onken Co.

Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$200 $25
$1,000 $50
$3,000 $100
Curved Glass Cane/ Umbrella Display Case, The Oscar Onken Co.. Original Lithographed label applied to front of case reads, ‚ÄúThe Oscar Onken Co. Makers of Umbrella Cases, Cloak Racks‚ĶCincinnati, USA‚Äù (Some Label Loss)Circa 1904-1920. Oscar Onken (1858-1948). An American businessman. He was influenced by the Gustav Stickley display at the St. Louis Expo in 1904 and then shortly thereafter founded his ‚ÄòShop of the Crafts‚Äô in St. Louis of the same year.Modern light strip has been added to inside upper area of case in order to illuminate cane/umbrella tops. Plug extends via cord from bottom of case. Tested and lights up.Dimensions: 47.25‚Äù H X 35.75‚Äù W x 19‚Äù DThis piece is too large for us to ship and can only be picked up at our warehouse in Sacramento, CA. Pick-up appointments and details can be arranged by calling (916)-642-5193 or emailing hello@annexauctions.com. A shipper of your choosing can also be scheduled. From past experience and reputation, we can recommend CCC Transport (corlancartage@gmail.com or (920) 450-5027).

Condition

Good/ VG. One small circular water mark on display case top. Handle and hinges attached to curved case door function very well.