75% OFF WEDNESDAY>>>>ESTATE OF HYPOLITE LANDRY > PIPE ORGAN, INSTRUMENTS, VTG CARS,

This astonishing sale is the lifelong collection of the beloved Dr. Hypolite Landry. A true Baton Rouge original, his beloved collections reflect his lifetime passions. He had a great love of vintage and antique cars, was a highly talented multi-instrumentalist, a world traveller, art lover, and lifelong learner. He will be greatly missed by the community of Baton Rouge.

The love of music is apparent here. There is a larger than life, unbelievable pipe organ. There are also several other organs of the pedal variety. Every part of the orchestra is represented. There are multiple guitars of several styles, an Hawaiian Tremoloa, lovely unique violins, bangos, electric guitars, a sitar, as well as Zithers and other string instruments, including detail painted string instruments as well as some with exquisite inlays. Each is a work of art in itself. There is a selection of percussion instruments.  There are several pianos, a vintage marimba xylophone, a vintage base drum, and many other rare and unique musical instruments. The percussion instruments also include many auxiliary instruments. The gorgeous Victorian Victrola record player and Edison cylinder music box  are also in great condition for their age. There are also miniature and model instruments throughout. There is a guitar amp, a  harp, harpsichords, pump  organs, and keyboards, and a lovely bassoon in playing condition. There are church bells, there are brass instruments as well: French horns, tubas, trumpets, bugles, trombones, and many more. There are also woodwinds throughout. There are base and alto saxophones. There are many accordions available as well.  There is a fantastic Victorian era music box with exposed cylinder and original labels. There is also a vintage 1950’s  Wurlitzer Juke Box with filled with your favorite period tunes.    

There are several antique cars in great condition. There is also a large amount of vintage car and automotive collectibles. The large bronze tone replica of a  Rolls Royce hood mount is quite striking. There is an entire collection of antique toys. There are many eclectic antiques throughout and on every shelf, something to discover. There are several antique mantel clocks of various themes, some with classical motifs and others in a classic neogothic style. There are model boats, several antique Singer sewing machines.   Also not to be missed are 2 pair of lovely brass alter candelabras, angel figurines, and much more. The church pew would go very well with many home décor styles. There is a big  hat collection and a vintage hat mold. In working condition you will find an antique nickel  slot machine.   There are antique globes and other travelling memorabilia. There is a wooden propeller, and a very old but excellent condition coke machine!!! There are several  vintage scales from an old meat market,  as well as from boardwalks/carnivals and doctors’ offices.

There are some true nautical antiques as well as vintage nautical décor as well. A boat bell, several boat gauges, other brass items, and even a brass diving “scuba” helmet. There are compasses, railings, and a SCUBA vanity license plate. There is also an awesome boat radio. There is an array of seashells, corals, and sea urchins. These preserved ocean corals and other curiosities are vintage and quite interesting. Conversation value of these items is huge. There are many Shells, Conch Shells, Cowries, and many others. The corals are large specimens and in complete condition.

In the kitchen includes some very lovely items to peruse. There is a large selection of vintage and antique glassware…some Waterford stem ware There is an antique beer stein collection, cocktail mixers, coffee mugs, highball glasses, and other barware. There is a service for twelve fine china place settings in a lovely multi-flower floral pattern. The refrigerator is for sale as well as other utitities, There is some kitchen furniture available as well. A lovely farmhouse hutch, fiddleback carved chairs, a large butter churn, Christmas glassware, mid- century cabbage leaf plates. There is a very cool coffee server and a very old ice box with wooden exterior. There are a few antique cash registers as well. Plus  helmets, Louisiana décor and memorabilia, as well as antique carriage wheels as well.

The artwork throughout is quite lovely and covers a range of subject matter in its composition. There are antique Victorian landscape oil paintings, botanical prints, religious artwork, lamps with painted shades, and much much more.

The furniture throughout is classic as well as eclectic. There is a lovely and unique neogothic bedroom set.  This is truly gorgeous dark solid wood that is carved in a rare way. The details are awesome. There is quite a bit of solid wooden and farmhouse style furniture. There is a large barley twist, canopy bed made out of solid wood. This would be a fantastic centerpiece of any bedroom. There is plenty of ornate furniture to choose from. These are incredible and rare styles.

Attending this sale will be an unique experience that cannot be repeated. A life well lived is reflected here. There are some true historic items here, ready to find a new home that will appreciate their historic significance.

Can’t wait to see you there and enjoy your enthusiasm as you find your next treasure!