NES Nintendo Game Lot Rad 48 Cart Classic

NES Nintendo Game Lot Rad 48 Cart Classic, 2010
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of a lot of nintendo games. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen and is titled "NES Nintendo Game Lot Rad 48 Cart Classic". Measures 8x10 inches, including white border. Limited edition, 1/10. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back. The first print from each edition commences bidding at $0.99. Bidding on subsequent prints from the edition starts at the determined value of the preceding print, i.e. - If this print were to sell for $100.00. Then bidding on 2/10 would start at $100.00.

NES Nintendo game lot* includes a delectable range of titles ranging from 'Much Rarer' to 'Unbelievably Common'. List of titles, followed rarity ranking, below. All games in tested working condition.

3-D Worldrunner - C-
Balloon Fight - C+
Battletoads - D
Castlevania - E
Castlevania II Simon's Quest - C-
Castlevania III Dracula's Curse - C
Contra - E
Donkey Kong Classics - B-
Dragon Warrior - E
Dragon Warrior II - C+
Excitebike - E
Goonies II, The (x2) - C+
Gotcha - C
Gradius - C-
Hogan's Alley - D
Ikari Warriors - C-
Jeopardy! - C
Jeopardy! 25th Anniversary Edition - C+
Legend of Zelda, The - E
Life Force - C
Marble Madness - C
Mega Man 3 - C
Mega Man 6 - B-
Metal Gear - D
Milon's Secret Castle - C
Monsters In My Pocket - B
Ninja Gaiden - E
Pac Man - B+
Paperboy - C
R.C. Pro-Am - D
Rad Gravity - B
Rad Racer - D
Rampart - B
Rocket Ranger - C+
Rygar - C
Section Z - C
Siver Surfer - C+
Skate or Die - D
Skate or Die 2 - B-
Snake's Revenge - B-
Solstice - C-
Stinger - B-
Super Mario Bros. 2 - D
Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt - F
T&C Surf Designs - E
Tetris - E
Yoshi - C

Key:
F = Unbelievably Common
E = Very Common
D = Common
C- = Borderline Common
C = Uncommon
C+ = Not Quite Rare
B- = Borderline Rare
B = Rare
B+ = Much Rarer
A- = These Will Require A Lot Of Looking
A = A True Conversation Piece
A+ = VERY Limited Production, Either Late Release Or Never Distributed

*Please note: This is only background information about the games in the photograph up for bid. Again, this auction is for a photograph and not any Nintendo games.


Auction ends: 03.07.2010 19:02:36 PST Bid on.

***UPDATE***
Transaction canceled after closing at $93, due to confusion over goods offered.

California Raisins Ben Indasun Plush 5" 1987

California Raisins Ben Indasun Plush 5" 1987, 2010
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of a California Raisin. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen and is titled "California Raisins Ben Indasun Plush 5" 1987". Measures 8x10 inches, including white border. Limited edition, 1/10. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back. The first print from each edition commences bidding at $0.99. Bidding on subsequent prints from the edition starts at the determined value of the preceding print, i.e. - If this print were to sell for $100.00. Then bidding on 2/10 would start at $100.00.

California Raisins* are the sweetest thing since dried grapes. These groovy edibles wore sunglasses and shoes! as they romanced audiences across television screens everywhere. Ben Indasun is an official licensed product by Applause Inc., containing the original tag, and features fully bendable arms and legs. This happy morsel of joy is guaranteed to be "raisin" your level of self worth as you spend time looking at him.
*Please note: This is only background information about the figure in the photograph up for bid. Again, this auction is for a photograph and not a California Raisin collectable.

Auction ends: 03.07.2010 19:02:36 PST Help raisin the bid.

***UPDATE***
Sold for $.99.

Jane Hutcheson Metal Enamel Flower Bouquet Gorham

Jane Hutcheson Metal Enamel Flower Bouquet Gorham, 2010
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of a beautiful Jane Hutcheson floral piece. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen and is titled "Jane Hutcheson Metal Enamel Flower Bouquet Gorham". 8x10 inches, including white border. Limited edition, 1/10. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back. The first print from each photographic edition commences bidding at $0.99. Bidding on subsequent prints starts at the sale price of the preceding print, i.e. - If this print were to close at $100.00. The opening bid on 2/10 would be $100.00.

This exquisitely designed metal flower bouquet by Jane Hutcheson will be, "blooming beautifully from here to eternity to grow more precious with time…" This piece dates back to the 1970s from the Fleur des Siècles line of jeweled and enameled objets d'art for the Gorham Silver Company. Each arrangement is meticulously crafted taking inspiration from 17th century Vincennes porcelain flowers with each metal leaf and flower made by hand. The arrangement is further accented by the circular, glass rose bowl on a gold plated, square, claw-foot pedestal. Excellent overall condition, with no missing flowers, only a few tiny spots of wear to enamel.
*Please note: This is only background information about the bouquet featured in the photograph up for bid. Again, this auction is for a photograph and not a flower arrangement.

Auction ends: 02.23.2010 23:31:38 PST Bid on.

***Update***
Had some issues with the photograph not showing up in the item search or listing. Had to cancel and relist the item. Links have been updated with the new url.

***Update***
Sold for $2.25

Wavves S/T Cassette Tape Lo-Fi OOP Rare FIT

Wavves S/T Cassette Tape Lo-Fi OOP Rare FIT, 2009
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of the Wavves cassette. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen and is titled "Wavves S/T Cassette Tape Lo-Fi OOP Rare FIT". 8x10 inches, including white border. Limited edition, 1/10. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back. The first print from each photographic edition commences bidding at $0.99. Bidding on subsequent prints starts at the sale price of the preceding print, i.e. - If this print were to close at $20.00. The opening bid on 2/10 would be $20.00.

Debut release from Wavves*. Wavves is Nathan William's fuzzy noise trash lo-fi surf rock four-track beach punk one piece sensation. This little, petroleum by-product, wonder tape squelches out twelve track in 30 minutes. Ever so out of print. FIT061.
*Please note: This is only background information on the cassette that appears in the photograph up for bid. Again, this auction is for a photograph and not a tape.

Auction ends: 10.06.2009 17:45:32 PDT Participate.

***Update***
Did not sell.

Relisted - Mark Twain Corn Cob Pipe Authentic Artifact

Mark Twain Corn Cob Pipe Authentic Artifact, 2009
Ink on paper, 7.5x5"

This item has been relisted due to a non-paying high bidder.

If you grow wheat just to get the chaff, you're crazy...but if you grow corn to get the cob you're smart. - Mark Twain

It is an understatement to say that Mark Twain was an avid smoker. His instrument of choice was a corn-cob pipe. The corn-cob pipe is a light pipe made from a hollowed-out cob of Indian corn that gives off a sweet smell. It colors brown with use, ultimately turning black and hence is also know as "The Missouri Meerschaum." Twain never smoked a new corn-cob pipe. In his words, "I always hire a cheap man–a man who doesn't amount to much, anyhow–who would be as well–or better–dead, and let him break in the pipe for me. I get him to smoke the pipe for a couple of weeks, then put in a new stem, and continue operations as long as the pipe holds together." This particular pipe outlived Twain and based on appearances still has quite a bit of life left. It is in excellent condition, serving as a relic of its age as well as a characteristic artifact of Twain himself.

Ends: 09.29.2009 14:46:36 PDT !!!

***Update***
Sold for $2.25

Real Four 4 Leaf Clover Shamrock Lucky Charm Juju 2/10

Real Four 4 Leaf Clover Shamrock Lucky Charm Juju, 2008
Digital C Print, 2/10, 8x10"

More rare than albinism, a four lear clover is sure to bring good luck. Discovered in a renegade clover patch off the streets of Santa Maria, Brasil, this biological oddity is housed in a self made contact paper laminate. Measures slightly smaller than a credit card, providing optimal portability. It would be the acme of genius to acquire such a charm.

Bidding, on subsequent prints from an edition, opens at the sale price of the preceding print, i.e. - Print 1/10 closed at $18.50 thus bidding on 2/10 opens at $18.50.

Auction ends 9.15.2009 20:56:15 PDT - Place a bid

***Update***
Item did not sell

1940-D Silver Washington Quarter VG 2/10

1940-D Silver Washington Quarter VG, 2008
Digital C Print, 2/10, 8x10"

Washington silver quarters were minted 1932-1964 and contain 90% silver and 10% copper, unlike todays "Johnson sandwhich," that is composed predominately of copper with 8.33% nickel. The 1940 Denver mint coin was not the rarest minted of the Washington silver quarters but it is among the most difficult to find in high grades. Circulated coin, very good condition.

Each subsequent print from this edition will commence bidding at the determined value of the previous print based on the preceding auction collaboration, i.e. - Print 1/10 closed at $7.50 thus bidding on 2/10 opens at $7.50.

Auction ends 7.27.2009 18:25:35 PDT - Place a bid

***Update***
Sold for $7.50

Polaroid Type 55 Pos/Neg 4x5 Film Unopened 6/06

Polaroid Type 55 Pos/Neg 4x5 Film Unopened 6/06, 2009
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of an unopened box of Polaroid Type 55 film. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Polaroid Type 55 Pos/Neg 4x5 Film Unopened 6/06". The photograph measures 8x10 inches (including border). Number 1/10 from a limited edition of 10 prints in this size. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back.

The legendary type 55 film* is the Holy Grail of films, combining an instant black and white positive print and printable negative for every shot. Long out of production, each box is a testament to Polaroid's better days. The negatives are fine grained, with a long tonal range, and exceptionally high resolution. One box provides 20 relics-to-be–do shoot wisely. Passed expiration but stored cool, dry and dark for great results today.
*This is only background information about the box of film pictured. The actual film is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a photograph in the mail.

Auction ends: 07.21.2009 12:59:09 PDT Place a bid.

***Update***
Closed at $81.00 but sale canceled due to buyer misunderstanding the nature of item.

RCA Victor Theremin AR-1264 Analog Original

RCA Victor Theremin AR-1264 Analog Original, 2009
Ink on paper, 7.5x11"

Up for bid is an original drawing of a RCA Victor Theremin AR-1264. The drawing is by Erik Dalzen, and is titled "RCA Victor Theremin AR-1264 Analog Original." Ink on BFK tan, 100% archival, cotton rag paper. The drawing measures 7.5x11 inches. This drawing is one-of-a-kind. Signed and dated on the back.

The progenitor of electric musical instruments is the RCA theremin*. It's construction consists of some electronic guts enclosed in a mahogany box with two protruding antennae. The vertical antenna controls the pitch while the horizontal, looped antenna controls the volume. Play is achieved through the movement of the hands in the space surrounding the antennae. RCA produced the first commercially available theremin, the AR-1264, and tried to pawn it off as an any man, woman or child's play thing. However, owing to the fact that the theremin requires perfect pitch and a precise mastery of hand and body control, over a set of antenna lacking any fingerboard, key or fret reference, the "ease" of play proved to be otherwise. The AR-1264 was discontinued shortly after it's initial production of a few hundred units. Most of the remaining models are in the hands of elite thereminists or museums.
*This is background information about the RCA theremin depicted in the drawing. The actual instrument is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.

Auction ends: 05.19.2009 06:40:18 PM PDT Place a bid.

***Update***
Sold for $63.88

Awesome Hat Newsboy Cap Ivy Pill Box Trucker Mesh

Awesome Hat Newsboy Cap Ivy Pill Box Trucker Mesh, 2008
Digital C-Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of an incredible hat. The photograph is by Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Awesome Hat Newsboy Cap Ivy Pill Box Trucker Mesh". The photograph measures 8x10 inches (including border). Numbered 1/10 from a limited edition of 10 prints, in this size. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back.

You will never see another hat* quite like this. It is a fusion of various styles which lend incredible versatility to wear. It incorporates elements of newsboy, bakerboy, cabbie, eight panel, ivy, driving, Gatsby, and cycling caps merging those with trucker, baseball, thrash, and pillbox hats. It can be worn in diverse ways, congruous to the plethora of styles listed above. It is lightweight, made of nylon mesh and polyester. It features an adjustable strap on back and a snap on the brim. This timeless hat is a head turner at any convention, concert, or assembly where people in the know might congregate.

*This is only background information about the hat pictured. The actual hat is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a photograph in the mail, shipped in a flat envelope.

Auction ends: 04.30.2009 20:21:01 PST Place a bid.

***Update***
Sold for $7.50

Antique Diamond Wedding Set Old Mine Cut 14K Gold - Relisted

Antique Diamond Wedding Set Old Mine Cut 14K Gold, 2008
Digital Chromegenic Print, 8x10"

The winning bidder was mistaken as to the nature of this item and thus it has been relisted.

Auction ends: 04.29.2009 19:10:17 PST

***Update***
Sold for $15.50

1982 Worlds Fair PEZ Rare Astronaut B Blue Stem

1982 Worlds Fair PEZ Rare Astronaut B Blue Stem, 2009
Ink on paper, 7x9"

Up for bid is an original drawing of a 1982 World's Fair PEZ dispenser. The drawing is by Erik Dalzen, and is titled "1982 Worlds Fair PEZ Rare Astronaut B Blue Stem." India ink drawing on Strathmore acid free, 70lb drawing paper. The drawing measures 7x9 inches. Unique, one-of-a-kind drawing. Signed and dated on the back.

Of the plethora of PEZ dispensers available none are as scarce as the 1982 Knoxville Tennessee World's Fair PEZ*. There are but two in existence; one with a blue stem and matching helmet as well as one with a green stem and white helmet. Their past is shrouded in rumors, conjecture and hearsay making them not only the most rare but also the most mysterious.
*This is background information about the PEZ dispenser depicted in the drawing. The actual PEZ is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.


Auction ends: 04.01.2009 18:56:21 PST Place a bid.

***Update***
Sold for $21.50

Human Kidney Healthy Donor Transplant Organ

Human Kidney Healthy Donor Transplant Organ, 2009
Ink on paper, 8x9"

Up for bid is an original drawing of a freshly removed human kidney. The drawing is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Human Kidney Healthy Donor Transplant Organ." Ink drawing on Strathmore acid free, 70lb drawing paper. The drawing measures 8x9 inches. Unique, one-of-a-kind drawing. Signed and dated on the back.

Kidneys not only fuel your bladder they also maintain the homeostatic balance of bodily fluids. Without them, or at least one, a body can not survive. This exquisite kidney* specimen was taken from a drug and alcohol-free, healthy individual. It is so fresh it comes wrapped in fatty tissue. So if failed kidneys got you down, get up again by taking advantage of someone else's donated organs.
*This is background information about the kidney. The actual human organ is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.

Auction ends: 03.28.2009 19:48:04 PST Place a bid.

***Update***
Auction closed at $15.50

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Mondrian Dress Auth 1965

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Mondrian Dress Auth 1965, 2009
Ink on paper, 8x11"

Up for bid is an original drawing of a 1965 Mondrian style dress by Yves Saint Laurent. The drawing is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Yves Saint Laurent YSL Mondrian Dress Auth 1965." Ink drawing on Strathmore acid free, 70lb drawing paper. The drawing measures 8x11 inches. Unique, one-of-a-kind drawing. Signed and dated on the back.

This beautiful, Mondrian inspired, sleeveless dress* by Yves Saint Laurent is an incredible piece of art fashion. Turning the modified shift dress into a canvass Saint Laurent applied Mondrian order to hide the body's shaping amid the color field grid. Leather and silk in color blocks of red and white with black trim. The dress is predominately leather except for white shoulder panel and trim on the edge of the opposing red panel, which are matte French silk. Circa 1965.
*This is background information about the dress depicted in the drawing. The actual dress is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.


Auction ends: 03.21.2009 18:45:52 PST View item

Deathbeds Signed Wesley Eisold Heartworm Mint OOP

Deathbeds Signed Wesley Eisold Heartworm Mint OOP, 2008
Digital Chromegenic Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph of Wesley Eisold's Deathbeds. The photograph is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Deathbeds Signed Wesley Eisold Heartworm Mint OOP" The photograph measures 8x10 inches (including border). Numbered 1/10 from a limited edition of 10 prints in this size. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back.

Deathbeds* is 176 pages of Wesley Eisold's writing, poety, and music from 1999 through 2007. Highly sought after and limited to just 1,000 copies, which sold out in but a few hours online. The copy pictured is boldly signed on the title page. Mint condition. Unread. First and only edition. Perfect-bound. Paperback. hrtwrm #11.
ISBN 978-0-9797238-0-3 ISBN 0-9797238-0-9.

*NOTE - This is only background information about the book. The described copy of Deathbeds is represented in the photograph up for bid but not included in the auction itself. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a photograph in the mail, shipped in a flat envelope.


Auction ends: 03.13.2009 11:03:24 PST View item

Antique Diamond Wedding Set Old Mine Cut 14K Gold

Antique Diamond Wedding Set Old Mine Cut 14K Gold, 2008
Digital Chromegenic Print, 8x10"

Up for bid is an original photograph depicting a diamond wedding set. The photograph is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Antique Diamond Wedding Set Old Mine Cut 14K Gold" The photograph measures 8x10 inches (including border). Numbered 1/10 from a limited edition of 10 prints in this size. Signed, numbered, and dated on the back.

This is a beautiful antique wedding set* with exquisite craftsmanship and timeless eloquence. The engagement ring features a prominent old mine cut diamond flanked by three smaller diamonds on each side. Old mine cut diamonds were popular throughout the 1800's, cut to maximize carat weight and feature the most favorable appearance. They are characterized by a high crown, small table, deep pavilion and large cutlet. The result is that the diamond has an enchanting, soft romantic glow rather than the harsh "fire" of modern diamond styles. The wedding band is a beautiful compliment with nine channel set diamonds. This amazing antique set is superbly crafted with diamonds cut by hand, 14K White Gold, and solid and secure settings. Other names for old mine cut include: old miner, cushion cut, peruzzi cut, and triple cut brilliant.

*This is only background information about the rings pictured. The actual wedding set is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a photograph in the mail, shipped in a flat envelope.

Auction ends: 03.11.2009 21:47:15 PST View item

Gandhi Glasses Wire-Rimmed "Eyes" Mahatma India

Gandhi Glasses Wire-Rimmed "Eyes" Mahatma India, 2009
Ink on paper, 7.5x8.5"

Up for bid is an original drawing of Mahatma Gandhi's wire-frame glasses. The drawing is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Gandhi Glasses Wire-Rimmed "Eyes" Mahatma India." Ink drawing on BFK Tan 100% archival cotton rag paper. The drawing measures 7.5x7.5 inches. This is a unique, one-of-a-kind, historically important drawing. Signed and dated on the back.

Gandhi was the ascetic of the century (as well as Time magazine's Man of the Year in 1930 and five time Nobel Peace Prize nominee between 1937 and 1948). Of the few items he did own, his wire-rimmed glasses* were his trademark feature. They accompanied him all over the place; throughout different countries, to lots of people's houses, to prison and on trains. As The Father of the Nation Gandhi's "eyes" helped him to obtain the vision to transform India and lay the foundation for it's independence movement. Glasses are very fine, uber rare and historically important. They are also pretty cool looking given the right head shape.
*This is background information about the Gandhi's glasses and does not pertain to the drawing itself. The actual glasses are not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.

Auction ends: 03.09.2009 22:02:34 PST View item

Britney Spears' Shaved Off Hair Locks of Pop

Britney Spears' Shaved Off Hair Locks of Pop, 2009
Ink on paper, 7.5x7.5"

Up for bid is an original drawing of Britney Spears' shaved off hair. The drawing is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Britney Spears' Shaved Off Hair Locks of Pop." Ink drawing on BFK White 100% archival cotton rag paper. The drawing measures 7.5x7.5 inches. Unique. Signed and dated on the back.

It is not often that a chunk of history can be held in one hand, but such was made possible when mega pop icon star Britney Spears shaved off her beautiful hair. Celebrate the two year anniversary of that memorable day by becoming the super ultra fan you always claimed to be by owning a piece of Miss Pop herself–her wonderful locks of pop*.

The buyer agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless seller from subsequent litigation, criticism, abuse, and/or negativity, should it arise, from the use or misuse of the item in any way from now throughout perpetuity. In addition, it is suggested that winning bidder refrain from using the item in voodoo spells, drug testing, or any other practice with the intent to defame, physically harm, and/or harass Britney Spears or her legacy.

*The two preceding paragraphs are only background/theoretical information about the hair from which the drawing was made and do not pertain to the drawing itself. Britney's actual hair is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.


Auction ends: 03.03.2009 18:54:42 PST View item

Bee/Stag AR Tetradrachm EF Ephesos Ionia 390 BC

Bee/Stag AR Tetradrachm EF Ephesos Ionia 390 BC, 2009
Ink on paper, 4x4" (each)

Up for bid are two original drawings of an ancient Greek coin, a silver tetradrachm. The diptych is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Bee/Stag AR Tetradrachm EF Ephesos Ionia 390 BC." India ink drawing on Pescia Grey 100% archival cotton rag paper. Each of the two drawings measure 4x4 inches. Unique. Signed and dated on the back.

This silver AR tetradrachm* features a bee on the obverse and the forepart of a stag and a palm tree on the reverse. The coin is from Ephesos, Ionia; present day Efes, Turkey. Struck circa 390-340 B.C. 15.30 grams. 27 mm in diameter. Coin in excellet shape, EF grade. The tetradrachm is one of the earliest coins, used in wide circulation throughout Greece from 510 BC to 38 BC. The monetary value of one tetradrachm, in those days, would equate to roughly a weeks wages for a skilled laborer. The tetradrachm were hand-stamped which lead to imperfect impressions and irregular shaped coins.

*This is only background information about the coin from which the drawings were made. The actual coin is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a diptych (two drawings) in the mail, shipped in a flat envelope.

Auction ends: 02.26.2009 12:54:42 PST Spare some change

Barack Obama Inauguration Ticket Orange Rare 44

Barack Obama Inauguration Ticket Orange Rare 44, 2009
Ink on paper, 5.5x3.5"

Up for bid is an original drawing of an orange inauguration ticket to the swearing-in of President Barack Obama. The drawing is by artist, Erik Dalzen, and is titled "Barack Obama Inauguration Ticket Orange Rare 44". Ink drawing on BFK white 100% archival cotton rag paper. The drawing measures 5.5x3.5 inches. Unique/one-of-a-kind drawing. Signed and dated on the back.

Be a part of A New Birth of Freedom, the Obama Change, by witnessing this historic swearing-in ceremony as Barack Obama becomes the 44th president of the United States of America. This rare orange, section 12, ticket* will place the barer in the west front section of the capital, close enough to see the whites of Obama's eyes or perhaps even to catch his spittle on your face. Enjoy the spirit of this open public inauguration by buying this coveted ticket.

*This is only background information about the the inauguration and ticket. The events described in the preceding paragraph are only hypothetical–what one could have done with an orange ticket. The actual item up for bid is an art work inspired by the ticket. The ticket itself is not included in this auction. If you are the winning bidder you will receive a drawing in the mail.

Auction ends: 02.21.2009 20:20:58 PST Make Change!