LaSalle Proudly Presents The Evergreens - Montclair’s Most Iconic Historic Property

This is a rare and exceptional opportunity to procure pieces seldom, if ever, available as a single collection that spans a century of acquisition and curation by generations of an esteemed Montclair family. 

Many unique objects acquired during a Grand Tour in the early 1900’s which spanned Europe and the Far East. Antique everything including all nature of furniture, lighting, linens, clothing, toys and games. Square grand piano. Many clocks and clock and watch tools. Paintings including F. Reynolds, A. Laux, Lucien Gerard, others. Etchings, lithographs, posters and prints. Rugs. Books, books, and more books. Ephemera. Pipe collection and other tobacciana. Walking sticks and canes. Photography equipment and supplies. Antique tools including treadle woodworking lathe. Columbia shaft drive bicycle and Racylcle bicycle. Fishing tackle and lures. More vintage bottles and jars than you can shake a stick at. Primitives galore. Implements and gadgets and wonderful oddities. Trunks and cases. Beekeeping supplies and literature. So very much more...

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A brief history:

The Shultz House, also known as Evergreens, was built by Charles Shultz in 1896, and the large, stately home was occupied by three generations of the Shultz family. From Charles to his granddaughter Molly, the home was owned by this single family for 100 years! These were inquisitive people with many interests: they were scientists, inventors, tinkerers, woodworkers, craftspeople, outdoor sports enthusiasts, gardeners, naturalists, travelers, and readers. “Time capsule” best describes the home, the contents of which are endlessly interesting for their breadth and variety.

The property was bequeathed to the non-profit Montclair History Center (MHC) in 1996 and was open as a house museum until 2019.  Despite a deep love and respect for the house, because of substantial maintenance costs, MHC is de-accessioning the property, including the contents of both the main house and the carriage house. Some items have been retained by the MHC to tell the story of the Shultz family and Montclair history; others have been passed along to Shultz family members.  All items de-accessioned will be done so in accordance with the MHC Collections Policy and bylaws and in keeping with museum standards and best practices.

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Do Not Miss this remarkable sale. 
 

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