LOS ANGELES, CA.- Abell Auction Co. will host “A Collector’s Legacy: The Estate of Bob Bentley Lloyd” on February 6 at its Los Angeles gallery. The exclusive online sale will showcase nearly 200 lots of rare automated music boxes and instruments, clocks, vintage radios and decorative objects curated by the celebrated businessman and U.S. military veteran. Live bidding for the sale starts at 10 a.m. PST.

With a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, Lloyd (1931–2023) lived a remarkable life of ingenuity and entrepreneurship. Born on a farm near Portales, New Mexico, Lloyd’s journey took him from humble beginnings to a decorated career in both business and the U.S. Navy. After serving aboard the U.S.S. Sperry during the Korean War, Lloyd’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to success in the retail and real estate industries.

A devoted member and officer of the Musical Box Society International and Automatic Musical Instrument Collectors’ Association, Lloyd curated an impressive collection of historically significant antique mechanical instruments and other timeless pieces which he meticulously restored. Featured auction items range in value from $100 to $200,000 and include:

J.P. Seeburg Stained Glass Orchestrion Piano • Regina Corona Style 35 Automatic Disc-Changing Music Box • Regian Grandfather Polyphon Clock with Disc Records • Wurlitzer Oak and Stained Glass Orchestrion • American Eglomise Glass Clock • Smith, Barnes & Strohber Company Chicago Electric Piano Nickelodeon • J.P. Seeburg KT Nickelodeon • Mills One-Armed Bandit Five Cent Slot Machine • Nelson-Wiggen 4X Orchestra Nickelodeon • Nelson-Wiggen Piano Company Piano Orchestra • Regina Style 34 Music Box • Western Electric Piano Co. Oak and Stained Glass Nickelodeon • 25c Tel-A-Sign Scopitone ST36 Jukebox • Polyphon 6 Music Box • Paul Losche German Jazz Band Orchestrion • Cremona Style G Orchestrion

And many more clocks, vintage radios and decorative objects.

“We are honored to handle the estate of Bob Bentley Lloyd and to share his legacy with the world,” said Abell Auction Co. Vice President Todd Schireson. “This collection not only reflects his passion for innovation and preservation, but also offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history.”

In addition to his work as a collector, Lloyd’s life was marked by remarkable business achievements. From starting Lloyd’s Bicycle Shop in Hollydale, Calif. to his leadership at the Fiesta Swimming Pool Company and founding of Royal House Sales, Lloyd was a visionary who left a lasting impact in every field he touched. He also found joy in exploring destinations across the globe with his beloved wife, Diane, to whom he was married for 69 years.