Auction Alert: Sale of specialist vinyl and related items

Cream - Disraeli Gears

The auction that we’re alerting you to this week is a little different to the usual. It’s the sale of a load of vintage vinyl. Not the type you lay on your floor – but the type you listen to on a record player.

Justin often muses about the vinyl he’s let go – and how much he regrets doing it. This may be the opportunity for him (and for you, if you’ve done the same) to restart his collection. It’s all our era of music – and alas, many of the actual things that Justin has sold at one point or other in his life. There’s a huge range of 60s, 70s and 80s music from various genres; pop, rock, disco, punk, reggae and jazz. There’s Bowie, Hendrix, Prince, The Clash, The Smiths, Nirvana and Depeche Mode.

It’s a two-day auction – a sale of specialist vinyl and related items in 164 lots. It’s being held by Sullivans Auctions in Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan.

  • Monday 13th June 2022, from 1pm (lots 1 to 1040)
  • Tuesday 14th June 2022, from 5pm (lots 1041 to 1820)

Buyers Commission Charge
A buyers commission Charge of 15% will be added to the hammer price.
Value-added Tax (VAT)
Where a lot is marked by a (*) in the auction catalogue VAT is payable on the hammer price at the standard rate of 20%

Bid via EasyLiveAuction which incurs a fee of £3.00 or 3% of the final hammer price.

As with all auctions – but especially with this one as condition is everything with vintage vinyl records – items are ‘sold as seen’ so it’s a case of caveat emptor or ‘buyer beware’. If you are interested in any of the lots, you can contact the auctioneers for a condition report before bidding.

The Human League - Reproduction, Depeche Mode - The Singles 81-85, Depeche Mode - Violator

Lot 3:
The Human League – Reproduction
Depeche Mode – The Singles 81→85
Depeche Mode – Violator
Estimate: £20 – £40

The Clash - Black Market Clash (1980), Ian Dury - New boots and Panties!!, Clockwork Orange

Lot 14:
The Clash – Black Market Clash (1980)
Ian Dury – New Boots and Panties!! (cover worn)
Clockwork Orange (cover worn)
Estimate: £10 – £20

New Order - Substance 1987

Lot 16:
New Order – Substance 1987
Estimate: £30 – £60

The Smiths - The Queen is Dead

Lot 18:
The Smiths – The Queen is Dead
Estimate: £20 – £40

David Bowie - Space Oddity, David Bowie - ChangesOneBowie, David Bowie - Fame and Fashion, Tin Machine - Tin Machine

Lot 21:
David Bowie – Space Oddity
David Bowie – ChangesOneBowie
David Bowie – Fame and Fashion
Tin Machine – Tin Machine
Estimate: £20 – £30

The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Electric Ladyland (gatefold)

Lot 32:
The Jimi Hendrix Experience – Electric Ladyland (gatefold)
Estimate: £40 – £70

Nirvana - Live at Reading Festival

Lot 33:
Nirvana – Live at Reading Festival
Estimate: £20 – £30

Cream - Disraeli Gears

Lot 41:
Cream – Disraeli Gears
Estimate: £20 – £30

Ozzy Osbourne - No More Tears, Black Sabbath - The Eternal Idol, Black Sabbath - Master of Reality, Black Sabbath - Vol 4, Black Sabbath - Greatest Hits

Lot 55:
Ozzy Osbourne – No More Tears
Black Sabbath – The Eternal Idol
Black Sabbath – Master of Reality
Black Sabbath – Vol 4
Black Sabbath – Greatest Hits
Estimate: £50 – £80

7 Miles Davies albums and books including Bitches Brew

Lot 72:
7 Miles Davies albums and books including Bitches Brew
Estimate: £20 – £30

Bob Marley and the Wailers - African Herbsman (on Trojan)

Lot 79:
Bob Marley and the Wailers – African Herbsman (on Trojan)
Estimate: £20 – £40

Queen (1973), Jazz (1978), A Day at the Races (1976), Hot Space (1982)

Lot 89:
Queen (1973)
Jazz (1978)
A Day at the Races (1976)
Hot Space (1982)
Estimate: £40 – £60

Donna Summer - Greatest Hits, Pretenders - Pretenders 2, Kate Bush - Lionheart, Toyah - Anthem, Thompson Twins - Quick Step & Side Kick, Rose Royce - Greatest Hits

Lot 103:
1980s selection x 6
Donna Summer – Greatest Hits
Pretenders – Pretenders 2
Kate Bush – Lionheart
Toyah – Anthem
Thompson Twins – Quick Step & Side Kick
Rose Royce – Greatest Hits
Estimate: £20 – £40

13 Prince and Prince and the Revolution singles

Lot 134:
13 Prince and Prince and the Revolution singles (varying quality)
Estimate: £20 – £30

10 David Bowie singles

Lot 135:
10 David Bowie singles (varying quality)
Estimate: £10 – £20

Price Points: LP storage units

LP storage units | H is for Home

As part of our downsizing, Justin has relinquished the majority of his vinyl collection. Previously, most of them were kept in crates in the loft. Now that there are far fewer, they can all be put into a single console.

We’ve been looking at LP storage units that can also house our Sky Q box and Sonos Sound Bar in a neat, low, horizontal system. These are the three best that we’ve found for the job.

  1. KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm: £35.00, IKEA
  2. Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish: £200.00, Etsy
  3. Compo vinyl storage unit in oak: £350.00, La Redoute

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Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
£350.00
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
£200.00
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
£35.00
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
£350.00
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
£200.00
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
£35.00
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
£350.00
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
£200.00
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
£35.00
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
£350.00
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
£200.00
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
£35.00
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
Compo vinyl storage unit in oak
£350.00
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
Mid century modern vinyl storage unit with hairpin legs and charred finish
£200.00
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
KALLAX shelving unit, oak effect, 42cmx147cm
£35.00

5 spaces that are a perfect fit for vinyl flooring

5 spaces that are a perfect fit for vinyl flooring

Vinyl is the perfect flooring choice for a host of domestic situations. For starters, there’s a truly vast range of colours, textures and patterns from which to choose. It has numerous other qualities too, any one of which could be the deciding factor when choosing what flooring to lay in a particular room. More often than not however, it’s a combination of these positive characteristics that come into play. Below, we’ve identified 5 areas in the home that could benefit from the addition of vinyl flooring.

Wood-effect vinyl flooring in a kitchen

Kitchen

Vinyl is hard-wearing. Lino vinyl flooring for kitchens is a very popular choice. The material is resistant to acids, salts, fats and alcohol. It’s perfect for an area that’s prone to cooking splatters and splashes. And, if spills do occur, it’s easy to clear up with soapy water, cloths, sponges and mops.

Black & white chequerboard vinyl tiles on a bathroom floor

Bathroom

Vinyl is water resistant. Are you or other members of your household the type to jump straight out of the bath or shower and create a big puddle on the floor? It’s not a problem when the floor has a vinyl covering – water can sit on the surface for hours without causing harm until someone gets round to wiping it up! Vinyl also feels warm underfoot – especially the thicker, more spongy ranges or when combined with underlay; so it’s perfect for added comfort in this area.

Baby crawling on a vinyl tiled floor

Nursery/playroom

Vinyl is anti-microbial. The surface is such that it prevents microbes from breeding. It’s why it’s widely used in hospitals and care homes. Vinyl is also a good choice if your child suffers with allergies from dust, animal hair and so on. A quick sweep with a soft broom or a whip round with the vac and offending particles are gone.

Vinyl floor in an entrance hall

Boot room

Vinyl is very easy to clean. Coming in from a winter walk with the kids and dogs, it’s all wet clothes, footwear and muddy paws. Rather than traipse all that through the house, a boot room – or even the hallway just the other side of the front door – is the best place to unload outdoor gear and towel everyone down.

White, wood-effect vinyl floor

Summer house

Vinyl is a very tough material. Tolerant of various atmospheric conditions and temperature fluctuations. Whilst the more expensive summer houses & garden rooms are equipped with heating & double glazing, others have more basic specifications. Vinyl flooring is perfect for these simpler spaces that will have to endure harsher conditions. And, even if your summer house or garden room is well protected from the elements, some other factors previously mentioned might come into play to make it a good option. Camper-vans, caravans, sheds and shepherd’s huts might also be very suitable for a vinyl flooring update.

So, as you can see, there’s an array of positive characteristics of vinyl for you and why it might suit particular spaces. In addition, vinyl can be recycled over half a dozen times and has a lifespan of around 140 years. Consider the fact that vinyl is so affordable and easy to install, then it really is a fabulous flooring solution.

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Designer Desire: Alex Steinweiss

Mosaic of Alex Steinweiss LP cover art | H is for Home

New Yorker, Alex Steinweiss (1917-2011) is considered the father of LP artwork. Prior to the 1930s, the vast majority of records were sold in plain sleeves or record shop advertising ‘bags’. As the first art director at Colombia Records, he recalled what record covers used to be like:

The covers were brown, tan or green paper. They were not attractive, and lacked sales appeal.

They were so drab, so unattractive, I convinced the executives to let me design a few.

He went on to design album artwork for other record companies such as Decca, London, Remington and Everest.

Examples of his work can be found in Jazz Covers, a book we’ve reviewed in the past. There are two books dedicated to his huge back catalogue; For the Record: The Life and Work of Alex Steinweiss and Alex Steinweiss. The Inventor of the Modern Album Cover. There are three editions of the latter available costing from £15 to £1,000.

Portrait of Alex Steinweisscredit