Rare vintage motorcycles and other items from the vast collection of Dave Ohrt will be auctioned Sept. 7, online and live in Ottawa, Illinois

OTTAWA, Ill. - Aug. 30, 2024 - PRLog -- Items from the extraordinary lifetime collection of Dave Ohrt – a well-known figure in the world of antiques and vintage collectibles who's been heavily featured in the popular TV series American Pickers – will come up for bid in a live and online auction slated for Saturday, September 7^th, by Matthew Bullock Auctioneers, LLC, starting at 9 am Central time.

"This auction offers an extensive and diverse array of items, many of which have never before been available to the public," said Matthew Bullock of Matthew Bullock Auctioneers. LLC. "The catalog features over one thousand lots of motorcycles, bicycles and related parts, advertising items, lighting, industrial, military, Art Deco and numerous antique, eclectic and unique items."

This is a live simulcast auction, with onsite, online, pre-bidding and telephone bidding available. The live auction will be held at Matthew Bullock Auctioneers' gallery, at 421 East Stevenson Road in Ottawa, Illinois. Online bidding is via LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and BullockAuctioneers.com.

Vintage motorcycles are at the heart of Dave Ohrt's collection. Lot 327 is a 1939 Indian Junior motorcycle, boasting an iconic design and vintage charm and famous for its distinctive style and engineering. The bike includes a Moto-Vox replacement horn and additional side kickstand. It has good compression and includes a bill of sale (est. $14,000-$18,000).

Lot 326 is a combination 1957 Chevy and 1974 Sportster 'Rat Rod' custom motorcycle – a rare opportunity to own both a classic car and a custom bike with notable provenance. It was bought at the Davenport Antique Motorcycle Meet 4-5 years ago and features a new battery, front disc brakes, a rebuilt transmission and up-to-date title (est. $10,000-$15,000).

A lucky winning bidder will be able to step back in time riding an exceptional 1929 Indian Scout Bobber project motorcycle, a classic piece of American history, celebrated for its robust engineering, distinctive style, powerful V-twin engine and sleek lines. The bike is beautifully preserved and has new tires and spokes (and a title) (est. $5,000-$10,000).

Lot 149 is a rare signed bronze and marble statue by Demetre Chiparus (Romanian/French, 1886-1947), titled Semiramis. The 66-inch-tall work showcases Chiparus's unique talent for combining detailed bronze figures with elegant marble bases, creating a sense of movement and refinement. Included is a Wings album with a version on the cover (est. $2,500-$5,000).

To learn more, visit www.bullockauctioneers.com.