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1 Large South Carolina Seigler Attributed Storage Jar possibly made at the J. W. Seigler Manufactory, circa 1870, runny olive green glaze over dark brown speckled glaze, tapered ovoid form, applied tight arched lug handles at shoulder, tooled flat shoulder, flared neck, with semi round rim, lid ledge in interior, 16-3/4 in., 44-3/4 in. circumference, glaze voids and anomalies as made, wear and abrasions to surface especially around belly of jar, 1 in. and 1-1/4 in. chips to body of jar, heavy wear and chips to rim and interior lid ledge edge, 3/4 in. chip to one handle, small chips to edge of tooled flat shoulder, various other smaller glaze chips and frits to body, base edge wear, overall heavy wear to surface Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
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3 Three Pieces of Lead Glazed Earthenware John Bell, Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, decorated storage jar, circa 1880, lead glazed interior, lead slip brushed floral decoration to exterior shoulder of jar, stamped “JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO” above incised band decoration at shoulder, 1 in. thick rim, 11-3/4 in.; small lead glazed earthenware storage jar, indiscernible “JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO” stamp below rim, 5-1/4 in.; lead, copper and manganese glazed earthenware cup, likely attributed to J. Eberly & Co., Strasburg, Virginia, circa 1890s, applied strap handle, impressed line around mid body, 4-1/4 in., large jar with surface wear, abrasions, residue, marking to exterior, losses to applied brushed decoration, rim wear, and wear to glaze at rim, frits to interior glaze, wear on base edge; small jar with surface dirt, some small chips to foot and rim exterior, glaze crazing and some minor losses to glaze; cup with heavy wear to glaze at rim, chips to glaze on handle, 3-1/4 in. hairline down front of cup, 2-1/4 in. hairline down right side of cup, 2-1/2 in. “Y” hairline down from handle in interior, 3 in. hairline down left side of cup, frits to glaze on body, frits to glaze on base edge Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $600
2 Scarce Wood & Loy Graham North Carolina Stamped Stoneware Storage Jar (Alamance County, 1880-1900), maker’s mark stamped at shoulder, 11 x 5-1/2 x 5-1/2 in., restoration to rim, small chip to base, a few scattered craters and firing anomalies throughout, surface dirt Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
4 Two Pieces of North Carolina Attributed Lead Glazed Earthenware late 19th to early 20th century, Randolph or Moore Counties, lidded jar with green and orangish spotted glaze, tapered ovoid form ridged applied lug handles at shoulder, domed lid with knob finial, 7-1/2 in.; lidded teapot, orange glaze with some green hue, applied elongated strap handle, up turned spout, domed lid with knob finial, 5 x 9 in., glaze voids and anomalies as made, surface wear and abrasions consistent with age and use, lidded vessel with wear to entire interior rim, wear to belly of vessel, 3 in. abrasion under handle, glaze frits to edges of handles and rim surface and edge, chips to glaze under lid, 1/4 in. chip to knob finial, glaze chips around base edge, teapot with glaze frits throughout, heavy rim wear and interior rim edge wear and chipping, chips to tip of spout, firing separations under lid, chips to edge of lid, series of hairlines to lower left side of teapot from handle to spout, 4 in. hairline with associated hairline to lower right side of teapot, glaze frits to spout and handle, hairline in handle, firing line around spout base, some illumination under black light around spout, side of jar and handle Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $100 - $300
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5 Contemporary Studio Pottery Cow Figure incised initials or numeral on base (illegible), 10 x 15 x 6-1/2 in., scattered glaze voids and other small firing anomalies, some firing cracks and kiln debris to feet Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $100 - $300
6 Three American Glazed Ceramic Animals comprising: lidded lion vessel with applied swarf mane and spout at mouth, marked ”0.5” to underside; copper and manganese glazed spaniel, white clay body, possibly Shenandoah Valley or Pennsylvania area, possibly made by one of the members of the Bell family of potters, 19th century; 20th century Moravian style squirrel form bottle; largest 7-1/8 x 2-1/2 x 4 in., wear commensurate with age and use; lion with wear to feet; dog with some chips and retouch to base (see blacklight photos); squirrel with chip to base and long vertical crack from lower tail to feet, lacking acorn Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
7 Thomas Chandler Attributed Decorated Edgefield South Carolina Storage Jar likely made at the Thomas Chandler Pottery, Kirksey’s Crossroads, Edgefield District, SC, circa 1850s, light green celadon glaze, applied kaolin slip banner decoration to front and back shoulder of jar, applied looping kaolin slip decoration under both applied lug handles, curved neck, tooled semi round rim, 141/2 in., glaze voids and anomalies as made, surface wear and abrasions, discoloration to glaze as made, 2-1/2 in. loss to edge of one handle, 2-3/4 in. loss to the edge of the other handle, white paint residue, 4 in. stabilized hairline up from base edge, evident in interior, hairline across entire base interior, then up on to the side of the jar interior, then around base edge towards the other hairline, all stabilized and evident in interior, illumination of exterior base under black light likely due to residue Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
8 Decorated Thomas Chandler Attributed Edgefield South Carolina Stoneware Jar, likely produced at the Trapp and Chandler Pottery, Kirksey’s Crossroads, Edgefield District, SC, circa 1846-1850, tannish olive green alkaline glaze, applied iron slip looping decoration around entire shoulder of jar, applied iron slip looping banner decoration between the two applied large 5-1/2 in. lug handles to both sides of jar, curved neck, angled tooled rim, lid ledge in interior, 16-1/4 in., glaze voids and anomalies as made, surface wear and abrasions especially around belly of jar, 1 in. rim chip, several chips and abrasions to interior lid ledge, some wear to decoration, chips and abrasions to glaze at lower body of jar, impressions to clay body as made, 12 in. hairline separation around base edge of jar, 3-1/2 in associated hairline onto base and another associated hairline, all appear to be stabilized, restoration to one handle of jar that has some illumination Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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9 North Carolina Federal Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Piedmont, attributed to James Gheen (Rowan County, 1740-1796), late 18th century, yellow pine secondary, two short over three long thumbnail molded and dovetailed inlaid drawers, bracket feet and shaped side aprons, 42-1/2 x 39-1/2 x 19 in., mellow old surface, top molding replaced and one edge patch, brasses replaced and some strip patches to drawer lips, original feet and blocking with scattered water damage and other distress (one block with plug repaired crack), one foot reattached at break Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800 MESDA has recorded multiple James Gheen School examples relating in construction and dimensions, see N-294 and S-4428.
10 North Carolina Federal Inlaid Walnut Sugar Chest Piedmont, first quarter 19th century, poplar and yellow pine secondary, figured walnut, dovetailed and cut nail construction, the interior with two dividers, base with two long cock beaded and figured maple crossbanded drawers, square tapered legs, keys included, 34-3/4 x 31 x 17-1/4 in., very good condition considering age, lid with narrow strip patch to repair shrinkage, top molding with two patches, lock replaced, probably original knobs, other very minor repairs Provenance: Leland Little, June 18th, 2011 Fine and Decorative Arts Auction, sold for $7,500; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 6
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11 Fine North Carolina Federal Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers, MESDA Documented Piedmont, attributed to James Gheen, early 19th century, yellow pine secondary, mellow old surface, two short over four graduated long drawers, ogee bracket feet, MESDA label to drawer interior, some illegible inscriptions, 47 x 35 x 181/4 in., rich mellow color, minor molding wear and repairs, brasses replaced, foot facings tipped (original blocking), strip patch to case side, minor drawer repairs Provenance: The Collection of Philip and Charlotte Hanes, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Sold by Brunk Auctions for $16,000, lot 189 in January 18, 2011 auction; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000 This chest was recorded by MESDA as photo number D-31641; MESDA also recorded an example with a similar base and drawer configuration as photo number NN-293.
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12 North Carolina MESDA Documented Federal Walnut Slant Front Desk attributed to Guilford County, North Carolina, possibly Robert Matthews, early 19th century, poplar secondary, dovetailed construction, interior with serpentine drawers and front, stop fluted document drawers, two candle drawers carved with rosettes, four drawers flanked by fluted quarter columns, molded base with ogee bracket feet with scrolled returns, 43-1/4 x 42-1/2 x 22-1/4 in., rebuilding and restorations throughout including desk floor, back panel, and drawer bottoms, later brasses, upper drawer with loss to pulls Provenance: By descent in a Guilford County, North Carolina family; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 This desk was recorded by MESDA as photo number D-31643. It is closely related to a desk signed and dated by Robert Matthews of Guilford County, 1807. See file NN-1205.
13 MESDSA Documented North Carolina Federal Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Piedmont, possibly Chatham County, early 19th century, poplar and yellow pine secondary, mellow old surface, two short over three graduated long drawers with line inlay and kite escutcheons, dovetailed high bracket feet with spurred scrolled returns, handwritten note to drawer underside reads “Randolph Co. NC Chest, Walnut cc 1800, 1-31-70 1200”, 49-1/4 x 40-1/4 x 19-1/2 in., scattered patches to drawer lips, top with deep scratch and stains, feet ended out with some replaced blocking, spurs replaced, later brasses, lower drawer facing with area of surface loss Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 This piece was recorded by MESDA as photo number NN-286.
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14 MESDA Documented North Carolina Federal Walnut Birdcage Candlestand Piedmont, first half 19th century, round top on fluted birdcage support, turned vasiform tripod stand, stop fluted shaped legs, MESDA sticker to underside, 26-1/2 x 23 x 23 in., two legs with breakouts at attachment to standard with patches at underside of legs, evidence of previous spider brace, top appears to be reset Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 This piece was recorded by MESDA as photo number D-31647. The file indicates that it was purchased at a sale in Mt. Airy, North Carolina.
15 Moravian Style Walnut Tavern Table North Carolina Piedmont, modern construction with period elements, yellow pine and poplar secondary, single drawer, 30 x 45-1/4 x 28-1/8 in., Likely modern construction with some period elements, warping and stains to top, some chips to edges and turnings Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 A closely related example is in the collection of the Wachovia Historical Society; see The Magazine Antiques, January 2007, page 185.
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16 North Carolina Picture Back Coin Silver Spoon, John Vogler Salem, early 19th century, oval handle, monogram, marks for John Vogler (Salem, North Carolina, working 1805-1950s), 5-1/4 in., typical wear with light scratches Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $800
17 Five North Carolina Coin Silver Spoons 19th century, serving spoon, marked “T. Linebach” (Traugott Leinbach, Salem, working 1821-1860); teaspoon, John Vogler (Salem, working 1805-1850s); teaspoon, marks for John Stedman (Raleigh, working 1819-1833); tablespoon, marks for Palmer & Ramsay (Raleigh, working 1847-1855); teaspoon with shell handle, marks for Bernard Dupuy (Raleigh, working 1827-1843), 120 grams, 5-1/4 in. to 8-3/4 in., Vogler, Dupuy, and Palmer with bowl damage, all with wear and dents Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $800
18 Nine Southern Coin Silver Spoons most 19th century, including two Charleston, South Carolina, John Ewan and W. Carrington; one R. & A. Campbell, Maryland; one James Conning, Alabama; Henry Hudson, Kentucky; four Virginia, Charles A. Burnett, James Meredith, and William Mitchell, 9.00 oz. T., 5-1/2 in. to 8-3/4 in., Meredith with bowl repairs, all with wear, and dents Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $800
19 Framed New Bern, North Carolina Alphabet Sampler, Ann Maria Slover, signed and dated “Ann Maria Slover Aug 1st 1845 Newbern [sic] .N.C.”, with floral and foliate motifs and outdoor scenes, sight 18-1/4 x 18-1/4 in.; bird’s eye maple frame, 21-7/8 x 21-7/8 in x 7/8 in., not examined out of frame, areas of toning, fading, and some losses, some picked and pulled threads; frame with abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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20 Pair of Sheraton Style Cherry Single Drawer Stands made by Joe Byerly in 1956, poplar secondary, single drawer with antique round brass eagle pulls, turned and reeded legs with arrow feet, drawer with signature and date, 28-1/4 x 18-1/8 x 17-3/4 in., surface with more distress than expected for the age including loss of finish to feet and stains to drawer interiors, some black accretion, bend to one pull Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $100 - $200
21 North Carolina Attributed Chippendale Highly Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers, Piedmont, likely Davidson or Rowan counties, late 18th/early 19th century, poplar secondary, highly figured walnut, dovetailed construction, three over two over three thumbnail molded drawers, bracket feet with scrolled returns, key included, some original pencil marks to drawer undersides, 56-3/4 x 41 x 23-1/4 in., Good integrity overall and rich mellow patina, scattered shrinkage separations with restorations, spots of fill in, original feet with later blocking (one tipped in foot with patch at one spur, another reattached at break, one rear bracket replaced), scattered restorations and repairs to drawer secondary, brasses replaced Provenance: Hunter Robinson Auctioneer, The Sloan Estate, August 4th, Reidsville North Carolina (newspaper cutout attached); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500 10
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22 Rare North Carolina Former MESDA Paint Decorated Yellow Pine Blanket Chest attributed to Alamance County, early 19th century, dovetailed construction, top with applied molding, two drawers, dovetailed bracket feet with scrolled returns, original paint with tulips and neoclassical trim, 26-3/4 x 49-3/4 x 21-1/4 in., expected wear and distress to painted finish MESDA notes indicate that some later varnish overcoats were removed), later brasses, two feet with restoration to breaks, one with replaced facing. From the MESDA file notes: “Chest has the original paint. __It has been varnished over a number of times and the decoration was barely visible. The varnish was removed to expose the design.” Provenance: Formerly collection of MESDA, deaccessioned March 2011; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000 This chest was recorded by MESDA as photo number S-1248. Files notes record the following: ”The evidence of Pennsylvania-German folk culture in North Carolina is rare, despite the large number of Germanic settlers moving to the Piedmont after the 1740s. Decorated chests, fraktur, and other such hallmarks of the Rhenish Palatinate and Swiss peasant styles of Pennsylvania were not produced in North Carolina with the same fervor, judging from the small number of surviving examples. A partial explanation for this is that many of the so-called Pennsylvania German styles developed in the 19th century after the southward migrations. RELATED WORKS: This chest is one of two decorated chests executed by the same cabinetmaker; the second, which is slightly more elaborate, is privately owned. Particularly unusual in the decoration is the use of bands of painted lozenges which resemble Neoclassical inlay; this detail also occurs on the second chest, along with the general design of the tulip motifs and the predominately dark colors of the decoration. The origin of the two decorated chests appears to be indicated by a walnut chest (S-5564) and a walnut chest-of-drawers (S-5563) attributed to the same cabinet shop. These two pieces descended in the Anthony family of Alamance County. CONSTRUCTION: A very typical Germanic construction detail used on this chest is the wedging of all of the drawer and case dovetails; this occurs on each of the four pieces attributed to the shop.”
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23 MESDA Documented North Carolina Chippendale Walnut Slant Front Desk Guilford County, attributed to Henry Macy, late 18th/early 19th century, poplar secondary, dovetailed construction, finely fitted interior with figured walnut prospect door opening to two additional drawers, centered by ten serpentine drawers, four graduated drawers flanked by quarter columns, molded base, ogee bracket feet with scrolled returns, 47-1/4 x 42-1/2 x 22-3/4 in., fine mellow old surface, typical wear and minor repairs, interior butterfly patches case sides, original feet and blocking with three foot facings tipped, two pigeon holes with replaced valences, brasses replaced Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 This desk was recorded by MESDA as photo number D-31644. MESDA files indicate the desk “descended in the Clodfelter family of Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina; present owner acquired it in 1967 from a Lexington man who had purchased the piece from the Clodfelters c.1930”, sticker to drawer interior; MESDA recorded a secretary bookcase D-31850 attributed to Henry Macy with a near identical interior.
24 North Carolina Painted Chest of Drawers possibly circle of Jacob Sanders, Montgomery County, 19th century, yellow pine throughout, nine nailed construction drawers, applied edge moldings, bracket feet, original red painted surface with white floral motif to drawers, 54-1/2 x 44 x 20-1/8 in., attractive wear to paint with some minor wear and retouch, minor pest damage, minor edge wear, cracks and repairs to nailed on drawer facings; three foot brackets replaced Provenance: Jeffery Evans & Associates, November 14, 2010, lot 378, sold for $3,393 (copy of invoice included); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 See June Lucas’s “Paint-Decorated Furniture from Piedmont North Carolina” (American Furniture 2009), pp. 106-115, for a discussion of the Jacob Sanders furniture group; in 2010 Jeffrey Evans & Associates indicated this chest descended in the family of Alsey Alexander Maness (1825-1909) and Nancy Melton Maness (1833-1899), Cotton Creek area of Montgomery Co., family history indicates that this chest was built by a neighboring member of the Bailey family. 25 North Carolina Attributed Federal Figured Walnut Tall Chest late 18th/early 19th century, poplar secondary, three tombstone drawers over two short drawers and four graduated long drawers all with thumbnail molding, ogee bracket feet, 59 x 42 x 23-1/3 in., top with cracks and repairs (resurfaced and reset), brasses replaced, original foot facings with restorations to breaks (rear brackets and one corner block replaced), patches at drawer lips and one facing Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800 12 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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26 Fine North Carolina Federal Walnut Chest on Frame Rowan County, early 19th century, yellow pine secondary, mellow old surface, five thumbnail molded drawers including false double drawer, the case on original arched frame with pendant drops and cabriole legs terminating in trifid feet, 44 x 40 x 19-1/2 in., fine overall condition, original brasses and frame, strip patches at two drawer lips, break at one top side molding, frame with later corner blocks, minor cracks and wear to feet, typical repairs at some drawer guides Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 Closely related examples from this well documented group include MESDA refs. S-20308 and S-20309.
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27 Swisegood School North Carolina Federal Carved Walnut Corner Cupboard attributed to the John Swisegood school, possibly Mordecai Collins, Davidson County, North Carolina, early 19th century, yellow pine secondary, single case construction with scrolled pediment centering kite inlaid fluted finial support, original turned finials, two glazed arched doors opening to white painted interior with shaped shelves, over single drawer and two cabinet doors, bracket feet, applied pilasters and rope twist corners, 105-1/2 x 52-1/2 x 23-1/2 in., some original glazing, two panes cracked, strip patch to drawer facing, drawer back separating and in need of restoration, replaced guides, later brasses and hinges, molding with replacements to corners, outer finial supports replaced, scattered repairs to door framing with some later glue (one lower door with replaced top framing element), lower interior shelf replaced, replaced feet, scattered bumps and edgewear Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000 MESDA has documented several examples, S-1054 stands out as a closely related example. 14
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28 Rare Southern Civil War Era Surgical kit, NC Provenance interior paper label reads “Julius & Thigpen / Surgical Instrum... / Makers / T..wboro / North Carolina”, rectangular mahogany case with divided interior housing assembled set of numerous surgical tools, some with maker’s mark “REINHARDT / BALT” (Charles C. Reinhardt, Baltimore, Maryland, fl. 1837-1864), and set of prescription scales (“Dr. C. H. Fitch’s / Prescription Scale / Pat’d Sept 29 1885... / Richmond, VA”), 3-1/2 x 16 x 5-1/4 in., Julius & Thigpen label applied over earlier label which is partially visible but not legible, label with some tears, case with typical bumps and abrasions, some staining to lid top, instruments with areas of rust and discoloration, fabric linings with some stains and tears, some warping to divider panels, probably lacking some instruments Provenance: By descent in the Shamburger Family of Montgomery County, North Carolina (accompanied by copy of appraisal certificate); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
29 North Carolina Tooled Leather Key Basket with Key Collection mid 19th century, green fabric lined interior, metal fixtures to bases of handle application, together with a note from a previous owner reading “Grand Mother Bullock’s Key Basket/made in 1850/Mrs. W. G. Waltz” and verso ”Made by one of Hugh McAden’s sons for Henrietta Fleming. H. McA. owned and operated a Tan yard at old Oak Hill, Granville Co. The business specialized in fine leathers. Cousin Fannie told me this - KBR.”, 6 x 6-1/2 x 3-1/4 in.; together with 40 keys, five winders, and wrought iron belthook keychain, wear commensurate with age and use, loss to interior fabric lining, some loss to stitching at two corners, some cracking and tears to bases of handle; keys with wear commensurate with age and use Provenance: Leland Little, Hillsborough, North Carolina, Fine & Decorative Arts Auction, December 4, 2010, lot 314; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 30 Two North Carolina Canvasback Drake Decoys Currituck Sound, North Carolina, early 20th century, one with replaced head (possibly Ned Burgess), strong keel and chine, remnants of painted eyes, 9 x 17-1/2 x 7 in.; other with strong head profile, glass eyes, deeply incised base of bill, gouged wing carving, 8-1/4 x 19-1/2 x 7-1/2 in., both with dents and losses commensurate with age and use; one has replaced head with visible nails in neck, dowel through crest, very worn dry paint surface, minor drying cracks at underside, rigging/hanging nails, shot strike, weighted; other with very old shot strike, weight removed Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700
31 Two Engravings After Mark Catesby (British 1679-1749) from Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Voge, Nuremberg, 17491776, Johann Michael Seligmann (German, 1720-1762), engraver and publisher, hand colored engravings on laid paper: Tab. LXXVIII, Die kleine Mewe (La Mouette rieule), plate 8-5/8 x 11-3/4 in.; Tab. VI, Der Taubenhahicht (Epervier a pigeons), 8 x 11-1/8 in.; matching gilt wood frames, eglomise matting, 16-3/8 x 9-1/2 x 1-1/4 in., not examined out of sealed frames, toning, creasing, light foxing; frames with wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $100 - $300
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32 Important MESDA Documented Virginia Chippendale Walnut Secretary Bookcase attributed to the Winchester area, Virginia, late 18th century, yellow pine secondary, upper case with dentil and pierced pediment over two glazed doors opening to an adjustable shelved interior, lower case with fitted desk over four finely dovetailed drawers with brass bail pulls, drawers flanked by fluted quarter columns, on ogee bracket feet, keys included, 87-3/4 x 41-1/4 x 23-1/2 in., refinished with sun fading, top front pediment molding replaced, pediment now secured with screws, bullet hole to glass resulting in cracks to that pane, one other pane with loss, shelf with splintered crack, prospect door with loose escutcheon and chip loss around keyhole, fallboard with replaced hinges and associated patches, all feet facings expertly ended out, loss to molding where top meets base, other minor patches and restoration Provenance: Descended in McGuire Family of Winchester, Virginia; Sotheby’s, New York, sold June 30, 1983, lot 351; Collection of Thomas A. Gray, sold Brunk Auctions, March 29, 2010, lot 42; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 This piece was recorded by MESDA as reference number S-11169; illustrated in Elizabeth D. Garret “Living with Antiques: A House in the North Carolina Piedmont”, The Magazine Antiques, December, 1997, pp. 846853. https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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33 American Federal Inlaid Walnut Tall Case Clock with Great Seal of United States Pennsylvania or Valley of Virginia, late 18th century, floral painted dial crowned with Federal eagle and shield, calendar wheel, brass movement, inlaid waisted case with inlaid quarter columns, tombstone door, base with heart applique, ogee bracket feet, 99-3/4 x 19 x 21-1/2 in., mellow old surface, movement not tested, brass finial later, some original foot elements (rear brackets replaced and front brackets tipped), dial paint with scattered crackle and retouch (see blacklight images), probably original saddle board, two winding holes do not correspond to works Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 Faded pencil inscription to the door interior looks to be a restoration note, most illegible with “Stamquist Bros., Ridge, Phila, PA, Jan 1st, 1904” legible.
34 Southern Federal Inlaid Walnut Huntboard likely Virginia Piedmont region, early 19th century, huntboard or sideboard with poplar drawer secondary, string inlay, central door flanked by two dovetailed drawers, 42 x 55-1/2 x 19-1/8 in., good condition and integrity overall with attractive patina, top and sides with minor strip patches to repair shrinkage, scattered light pest damage, brasses replaced, chip loss to drawer edge, restoration to break in molding, three vertical gouges to legs, some warping at legs Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
35 Southern Federal Walnut One Drawer Table first quarter 19th century, yellow pine secondary, figured walnut top, chamfered square tapered legs, 28-1/2 x 22 x 21-1/8 in., reset top with divots to knots and glue restoration to seam, typical restoration to drawer runners Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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36 Rare Southern MESDA Documented Queen Anne Cherry Cellarette North Carolina attributed, 18th century, poplar and yellow pine secondary, chest interior with three divided sections, base with two drawers, unusual stepped slipper feet, 33-3/4 x 20 x 15-1/8 in.4, Strip patch and some abrasions to top with infill, later dividers to interior converting it to a sugar chest, molding with restoration to breaks, later drawer guides, one knee return replaced, later brasses and hinges Provenance: By descent in the Phinizey-Campbell families; Bernard & S. Dean Levy, November 1982 (receipt and associated appraisal accompany the lot); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000 This piece was recorded by MESDA as photo number NN-880; Bernard & S. Dean Levy paperwork indicates this cellarette descended in the Phinizey-Campbell families originally living in Newport, and moved to the South in the early 19th century residing in several states including Georgia and Maryland, and that the piece was purchased directly from a family member.
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37 Rare Southern William and Mary Walnut Single Drawer Tavern Table, 18th century with later elements, yellow pine secondary, single nailed drawer, turned legs with turned “H” stretcher, 27-3/4 x 37-3/4 x 43-1/2 in., top with extensive cracks, wear, and patch to one side(other possible restorations, later red at underside), top appears to be reset, drawer replaced, upper drawer guides also later Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
38 Unusual Southern Walnut and Tiger Maple Diminutive Chest Possibly Georgia, circa 1830s, highly figured tiger maple drawer fronts with walnut and yellow pine, mellow old surface, top with gadrooned front edge, four drawers, spool turned stiles, shaped apron, 25-1/4 x 19-1/8 x 14-1/4 in., small chip to spool turning, back reset with later upper board, later brasses, wear and minor chips at base molding and apron Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 The drawer side with a pencil note reading “About 100 years old. Hines Holt Built This”. Hines Holt (1805-1865) was a politician and lawyer in Georgia. 39 Pennsylvania or Virginia Chippendale Pine Blanket Chest with Traces of Paint circa 1818, dovetailed construction, interior till with hidden drawers, base with three short drawers, ogee bracket feet, the front with faded and partially legible paint which reads ”Pool” /”1818”, floral motif visible, handwritten note to interior reads “Shannodoah [sic] Valley Blanket Chest Yellow Pine Dated Chippendale HRBXX-No 550 1-31-70”, 28 x 49 x 22-1/2 in., refinished with faint traces of paint, later brasses, scattered pest damage to base with restoration, 2 in. chipped loss to base molding, original feet with restorations (several foot facings replaced) Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
40 Framed Needlework House Sampler, Ann Noble probably American, signed and dated “Ann Noble’s Work: Finished November 8th, 1826”, with prayers, vinework border, and floral motifs, sight 14-1/4 x 18 in.; bird’s eye maple frame, 18 x 21-3/4 x 7/8 in., not examined out of frame, areas of toning, fading, color bleed, and loss; frame with abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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41 Framed English Folk Art Lion Needlework 19th century, wool on linen, 8-1/2 x 12 in.; burl wood frame with remnants of old framer’s label verso, 11-1/8 x 14-5/8 x 1/2 in., not fully examined out of frame, back exposed, some fraying and losses at upper right corner, minimal fading; frame with light wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
43 Aaron Mountz Attributed Carved Wood and Painted Folk Art Owl late 19th/early 20th century, 7 x 2 x 2-1/2 in., some scattered loss to polychroming, notably at eyes and feet, some chipping to feather tufts Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500 This carving is possibly related to or pictured in a watercolor by Hester Duany (1891-1964) for the Index of American Design held by the the National Gallery of Art. Please see the following link. https:// www.nga.gov/artworks/29246-owl 20
42 Two Figural Carved Canes and an Umbrella late 19th/early 20th century, largest 35-1/2 x 1-1/4 x 1-1/8 in., discoloration and wear to end caps, scattered abrasions; umbrella with small chip to dog’s ear, tear to fabric case tip; man with hat cane with old tape remnants Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
44 Naive Painting of Chicago in 1833 (American, 19th century) The Shores of Lake Michigan, inscribed lower right “Chicago in 1833”, oil on canvas, 17-1/2 x 28-1/2 in.; burlwood frame, 21 x 32 in., old patch repairs verso, crackle, retouch, loose canvas, yellowed varnish; frame with wear Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $800
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45 American Folk Painting of a Youth (late 19th/early 20th century) A Youth with a Dog, unsigned, oil on canvas, 28 x 36 in.; unframed, lined, retouch, crackle, bull’s eye crackle, yellowed varnish Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
46 Rare Southern MESDA Documented Ladder Back Split Seat Armchair, North Carolina Piedmont, 18th century, hickory with dark stain, crown rail reverse with MESDA label, 43 x 22 x 22 in., seat height 15 in., joints somewhat loose, typical cracks and wear, notable wear to stretchers and some edge losses to turned feet Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700 This chair was recorded by MESDA as photo number D-31650. 47 Monumental Southern Attributed Paneled Walnut Pewter Cupboard possibly North Carolina, 18th century, walnut and yellow pine secondary, dovetailed drawers and paneled doors with original iron rat tail hinges, two spoon racks, 88 x 75 x 20 in., scattered molding repairs with loss to crown molding, some separations at case sides, loss to wood pulls, originally fitted with cupboard doors now removed and with associated patches (spoon racks appear original but have been moved forward, two shelves with later facings), later base molding Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
48 Diminutive Grain Painted Tall Chest of Drawers probably 19th century, pine throughout, vibrant red and black grain painted surface, four short over three long drawers with large single dovetail and bottom nailed construction, bracket feet with scrolled returns, 24-1/8 x 14-3/4 x 9-1/2 in., later brasses with one bail missing, surface with some distress and minor losses (likely late 19th century paint), one drawer runner loose, feet replaced Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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49 Southern Federal Walnut Rectangular Tea Table attributed to North Carolina Piedmont, possibly Randolph County, early 19th century, rectangular top with canted corners, shaped apron, molded and tapered square legs, 29 x 32 x 22-3/8 in., top with shrinkage separation and other typical cracks, stains, and warping, later corner blocks, medial brace later, one leg with concentrated area of cat scratches Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
50 Georgian Figured Mahogany Server British, 19th century, mahogany drawer secondary, three faux drawers over two short drawers, turned legs with arrow feet, 41-1/2 x 37-1/4 x 19-1/2 in., loss to molding above two legs, one leg with restoration to break at attachment, loss to drawer bead, later brasses with two set loosely, five holes drilled vertically to reverse sides, top and backsplash married with the top reset Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 Paper note to interior reads “N.C. Hepplewhite Server, Cherry, Piedmont or Shenandoah Valley, VA, 275, 1-31-70”. 51 Southern Folk Art Spool Turned Walnut Candlestand probably North Carolina,19th century, round top on spool turned tripod stand with cabriole legs, 27-1/4 x 17-1/4 x 171/4 in., base with restorations to breaks at leg attachments, top has been attached to stand with later wood disc, large chip to turning Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
52 Two Leather/Hide and Brass Clad Tabletop Boxes probably American, 18th/19th century, each of wood and leather/hide construction with brass tacking, printed paper lined interiors, smaller with inscription to base “I.A. Pope... Plymouth”, larger 7-1/4 x 13 x 7-3/4 in., cracks, scuffs, and scattered losses to leather/hide, brass tacking with some discoloration and patina, some losses to interior linings, typical wear to bases Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 22 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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53 Rare Miniature Chippendale Mahogany Tilt Top Tea Table English, late 18th century, 9-1/4 x 9-3/4 x 9-3/4 in., scattered minor scratches, bumps, and abrasions, minor staining to top Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
54 Eli Terry [Jr.] Mahogany and Eglomise Pillar and Scroll Shelf Clock, Terrysville, Connecticut, 19th century, painted and gilt wood dial, hinged front door with eglomise lower panel, with keys and pendulum, interior label for “Patent Clocks invented by Eli Terry Made and sold at Terrysville, Connecticut by Eli Terry [Jr.?] ...”, 29 x 17-1/4 x 4-1/2 in., not tested for functionality, case with surface dust, scattered bumps and abrasions, wooden dial deep scratches and areas of paint flaking, losses to interior label, minimal losses to eglomise panel, door lock mechanism functioning at time of inspection Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
55 Five Early Treen Table Objects American or English, comprising: turned wood goblet; turned wood sander with partially legible signature “H. Celling?”; carved pitcher; carved mug; bent wood drum canteen; largest 6-3/4 x 6-5/8 x 4-5/8 in., wear commensurate with age and use; sander, goblet, and pitcher with cracks; goblet with chip to foot; mug with chip to rim Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
56 Serapi Carpet circa 1900, blue medallion on red field, light blue border, 13 ft. 2 in. x 9 ft. 4 in., wear consistent with age and use, loss to ends, 5 in. tear at one end, wear to selvage, exposed foundation, staining, pest damage, misshapen, in need of professional cleaning and deodorizing due to pet odor Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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57 American William and Mary Walnut Tavern Table possibly southern, first half 18th century, two drawers, turned legs and H stretcher, bun feet, 30-1/2 x 53 x 33 in., Drawers and turned feet replaced, top with surface wear, cracks and separations, some cracks at leg tops (one substantial), loss at one batten tip Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $1,000
58 American William and Mary Stretcher Base Tavern Table 18th century, poplar and white pine, old distressed surface with traces of paint and stain, single drawer, turned legs, box stretcher, 27-3/4 x 30-3/4 x 21-1/2 in., resurfaced with traces of old red paint and stain, single board top probably original and with cracks and repairs (leg tops with patch repairs at attachment points for top), later iron brace to underside, restoration to break at foot and stretcher attachment, other possible repairs Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $800
59 American William and Mary Heart and Crown Bannister Back Armchair Coastal Connecticut, 18th century, black painted surface with parcel gilt trim, turnings throughout, later rush seat, 44-1/4 x 27-1/2 x 22-1/2 in., stable, old dry paint surface, slight loss of height, patches and later paint retouch to arms Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
60 American William and Mary Style Painted Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Low Table 20th century bench made, tiger maple top on pale blue painted base, two drawers with round wood pulls, butterfly leaf supports pierced with pinwheels, closed 22 x 41-3/4 x 18-1/2 in., open 22 x 41-3/4 x 52-7/8 in., light wear overall, patination and intentional distress to paint Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
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61 American Chippendale Mahogany Dish Top Candlestand, Pennsylvania or southern, 18th century, figured tilt top with molded edge, birdcage with turned supports, turned stand, cabriole legs on pad feet, 28-5/8 x 20-1/4 x 20-1/4 in., breakout with repair at one leg attachment, well executed patch repairs to sides of one foot with replaced pad, other foot with loss, cracks to birdcage edges, significant crack at hinge, top possibly reset, patch repairs to top molded edge Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
62 Chippendale Mahogany Damask Upholstered Camelback Sofa 18th century, likely American, pine seat rails, serpentine front rail, pale gold floral motif silk damask upholstery, molded mahogany legs with stretchers, 34-1/2 x 80-1/4 x 29 in., seat height 18 in., upholstery in good condition with minor consistent fading and light stains, restorations to breaks at stretcher joints, leg with restoration to break at base, another with minor crack to leg base, foot corner with patch Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
63 Pennsylvania Chippendale Carved Mahogany Dressing Table Philadelphia, 18th century, white cedar, poplar and yellow pine secondaries, , one long drawer over three short thumbnail molded drawers, central drawer carved with shell and foliate vines, shell carved apron and knees, key included, 29-1/2 x 37-1/4 x 19-3/4 in., top likely replaced (possibly a high chest base?), two shrinkage cracks to apron, restorations to shell drawer (carving likely later), other possible restorations Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200 64 Rare Mezzotint After Alexander Campbell, George Washington (British, 18th century) George Washington, Esq General and Commander in Chief of the Continental Army in America, after Alexander Campbell, C. Shepherd, London, publisher, 1775, inscribed in pencil verso “14 Dec 1799/First engr. port. of Washington/JC Baker 46.-’very rare’. Hart 721a”, mezzotint on laid paper, plate 13-3/4 x 9-7/8 in., sheet 14-7/8 x 10-3/4 in.; 18th century black-painted frame, 17-1/2 x 13-1/4 x 1-1/2 in., remnants of archival hinging upper corners, reinforced horizontal fold throughout center, creasing, handling smudges, light foxing, small areas along edges with restoration to paper; frame with wear and abrasions, resurfaced Provenance: The Old Print Shop, New York, New York; Brunk Auctions, Asheville, North Carolina, March 30, 2010, Lot 7; Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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65 Andre Marchand, George Washington (French, 1877-1951) General George Washington on His Horse, 1933, signed and inscribed lower right “a Mr. Hall un bien souvenir Andre Marchand 1933”, oil on panel, sight 15-3/4 x 12-3/8 in.; modern gilt wood frame, 18-1/4 x 14-3/4 x 1 in., retouch, light surface dirt, accretion, some vertical checking; frame with light wear and abrasions Provenance: Adolphe Le Goupy, Paris (label verso); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
66 Two George Washington Related Works (American, 19th century) Profile silhouette of George Washington, inscribed faintly lower margin “General Washington...’85”, inscribed in ink on frame verso “H.A. Bayne/c/o Mrs. Worthington/6 Scarisbrick Street/ Southport”, blue and black ink with gilt highlights on wove paper, sheet 7 x 5 in.; period burlwood frame, 12-5/8 x 10-3/4 x 2 in. Surrender of Cornwallis, at York-Town VA. Oct 1781, Nathaniel Currier (1833-1888), New York, 1846, publisher, after John Trumbull, small folio hand colored lithograph on paper, image 8-5/8 x 12-5/8 in.; 19th century gilt wood frame, 16-1/4 x 19-1/8 x 1-1/2 in., silhouette loose, toning, fading, foxing, handling grime; frame with wear and abrasions; Cornwallis not examined out of frame, repaired vertical tears lower and upper center, toning, light foxing, staining; frame with wear and abrasions, losses, some separation at corners Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
67 W. B. Walker, Publisher, Africa and America (British, active 1801-1814) Africa holding spear and scroll inscribed “Slave Trade Abolish’d 1806”, America holding flag and pointing to memorial of Washington and Franklin, 1807, W. B. Walker, London, publisher, reverse applied hand colored mezzotint on glass, 101/2 x 14-1/2 in.; possibly original painted wood frame, 12-5/8 x 16-5/8 x 1 in., some scattered areas of lifting, surface dirt; frame with wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400 26
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68 Dave McGary, Bear’s Nest (American, 1958-2013) 1994, maquette edition 19/50, from the Warriors Series, signed and editioned on base verso, patinated and polychromed bronze on rotating wood base, approximately 23-3/4 x 17 x 12 in., surface dirt, lacking two feathers on cloth of shield proper lower left, both of the detached feathers accompanying sculpture, base with some surface abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 In 1984, sculptor Dave McGary spent the summer at the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana, where he met a man named Bears Nest, the great-grandson of an Oglala Sioux warrior who bore the same name. The elder Bears Nest fought in the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876, and through stories carefully passed down within the family, his descendant was able to share with McGary detailed accounts of his ancestor’s role in the battle, as well as descriptions of his traditional weaponry and attire. This lot is accompanied by artist pamphlets and other ephemera regarding the artist’s work and this specific sculpture.
69 26 Pieces Coin Silver Flatware, Northern Makers most 19th century, including one ladle, three serving spoons with shell handle, one with basket of flowers, one shell bowl sugar spoon, two salt shovels, various makers, with one sterling souvenir spoon, 28.61 oz. T., 3-3/4 in. to 13-1/4 in., all with wear and damage Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
70 American Mahogany Miniature Lift Top Chest late 18th/19th century, hinged lid over divided interior over two drawers, shaped bracket feet, brass escutcheon, 11-1/2 x 19 x 10-1/2 in., scattered surface abrasions, age splits, several deep scratches to top, one drawer lacking pull/knob, large edge chip and loss at lid underside Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
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71 Three Early Paint Decorated Folk Art Boxes American/Continental, 19th century, comprising: ovoid pantry or hat box with figural decoration; two miniature floral decorated boxes; largest 6-1/2 x 18 x 103/4 in., all with some surface abrasions and areas of paint loss; largest with some warping to lid, some repairs/reinforcements to rim interior; dome top example lid loose on hinges, lock mechanism warped/not functioning; rectangular example with heavy paint flaking and loss, some staining to wood at interior and base Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
72 Two Tabletop Boxes and Miniature Painted Chest of Drawers 19th/20th century, comprising: hanging walnut salt box; blue painted miniature chest of three drawers; small lift top chest with interior till; largest 9-1/4 x 11-3/4 x 9-5/8 in., scattered minor surface abrasions and edge chips; chest of drawers with some paint flaking and loss; lift top chest interior till broken/lacking some elements; salt box with some old patches, area of lifting at front panel Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
73 Impressive Chippendale Carved and Parcel Gilt Pier Mirror 18th century, mahogany and cherry, scrolled broken pediment crown centering carved shell with bellflower, hanging fruit streamers flanking frame, fine early distressed beveled overlapping mirror panes (likely original), impressive scale, 63 x 28-1/4 x 1-3/4 in., typical wear and distress to gilding, plates not removed for exam, scattered minor repairs at scrolls, top of crest is mahogany (appears to be as made, see detailed photos), backboards possibly replaced? Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
74 Southern Federal Cherry Two Drawer Server yellow pine secondary, two dovetailed drawers, illegible pencil marks to drawer underside, square tapered legs, 31-1/4 x 31-1/4 x 16 in., some period elements with restorations and repairs throughout, top with distress and fading to to finish, two small patches at edges Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $100 - $300 28 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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75 North Carolina Federal Figured Walnut Candlestand Piedmont, early 19th century, highly figured single board top, birdcage support, boldly turned baluster stand, 24-3/4 x 19 x 19 in., minor warping and distress to top, restorations to breakouts where legs meet the base Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
76 Southern Federal Diminutive Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers early 19th century, yellow pine secondary, highly figured walnut, case sides and front molding possibly sycamore, two short over two long finely dovetailed drawers, the lowest with diamond inlaid escutcheon, shaped apron, bracket feet, 17-1/2 x 16-3/4 x 9-5/8 in., later pulls, overall condition very good considering age Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $800
77 New England Queen Anne Dressing Table probably Connecticut, 18th century with restorations, white pine secondary, mixed woods with mahogany stain, four drawers, 31 x 34 x 22-1/2 in., Restorations. Top reset and likely replaced, brasses replaced, later surface with consistent minor wear including some scuffs to legs, restoration to knee returns with two blocks missing, risers beneath feet with some loss, finished back with scattered fill in, other possible rebuilding Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $900
78 American Classical Mahogany Eglomise Mirror with Great Seal of United States, 19th century, carved frame, brass roundels, reverse painted panel with Great Seal of United States, 33 x 18-1/2 x 3-1/4 in., later mirror plate, top paint with lifting and loss (possibly repainted), white accretion to upper corner Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
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79 Southern Figured Walnut One Drawer Table second half 19th century, yellow pine and poplar secondary, figured walnut top, tapered and chamfered legs, 28-3/4 x 25-1/4 x 19-3/4 in., reset top with stains, drawer with restoration to bottom, later brasses, losses to apron and legs where nails were removed Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
81 Four-Gallon Blue Decorated Stoneware Crock American, probably New York area, 19th century, freehand blue chicken decoration, 11-3/4 x 12-1/4 x 12-1/4 in., surface dirt, some discoloration and crazing to glaze, scattered firing cracks and other anomalies as made Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
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80 Two Decorative Ceramic Pitchers English, late 18th century, comprising; transfer-printed creamware pitcher with patriotic American motif and poem commemorating President Washington and independence; signed and dated prattware farmer’s guild pitcher with agrarian motifs, marked “Thos, Stanley, hill” and “God Speed The Plough/1795”; larger 7-1/8 x 6 x 4-7/8 in., wear commensurate with age and use, crazing, American example with chip to spout and foot, spider crack to base; agrarian example with break and repair to spout and handle, chips to rim, areas of possible retouch (see blacklight photos) Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
82 Four Early American Slip Decorated Redware Plates late 18th to early 19th century, likely made in Pennsylvania, each of similar form with wavy line decoration, one with bird design, largest 2 x 11-1/4 x 11-1/4 in., all with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting, and losses to glaze, several cracks through bodies, typical warping and anomalies as made; one with old rim chips with infill; one with rim chip with old repair Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700
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83 Two Large Early American Slip Decorated Redware Dishes late 18th to early 19th century, likely made in Pennsylvania, one circular, 2-1/4 x 13-1/4 x 13-1/4 in.; one of rounded rectangular form, 2-3/4 x 15 x 12 in., both with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting and loss to glaze, scattered small rim chips; rectangular example with large rim chip and repair; circular example with rim hairline Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
84 Three Early American Slip Decorated Redware Plates late 18th to early 19th century, likely made in Pennsylvania, each of similar form with wavy line slip decoration, largest 1-1/4 x 7-3/4 in., all with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting, and losses to glaze, scattered small rim chips, typical minor warping as made; one with some firing cracks to underside Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
85 Four Early American Slip Decorated Redware Plates late 18th to early 19th century, likely made in Pennsylvania, each of similar form with line and figural decoration, largest 1-1/2 x 7-3/4 x 7-3/4 in., all with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting, and losses to glaze, typical warping and anomalies as made; one with large rim chip; two with hairlines through bodies Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
86 Six Early American Redware Pie Plates late 18th to early 19th century, likely piedmont North Carolina, all of similar form with tapered rims, one pie dish with crimped rim, largest 2 x 10-1/2 x 10-1/2 in., all with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting, and losses to glaze, scattered worn down old rim chips, surface dirt, typical warping and anomalies as made; one with significant rim cracks and repair Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
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87 Six Early American Redware Dishes and Pie Plates late 18th to early 19th century, most of them likely Piedmont North Carolina, four dishes and two pie plates, largest 1-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 10-1/2 in., all with glaze crazing, areas of surface pitting, and losses to glaze, scattered worn down old rim chips, surface dirt, typical warping and anomalies as made; one dish with large crack through body and two large exterior rim chips Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
88 Regency Piano Form Inlaid Mirrored Musical Sewing Box 19th century, pianoforte form case with ivory inlaid “keys” and escutcheon, mirrored lid over fitted divider housing implements, above compartment with music box works, with key and winder, 6-1/4 x 11-1/12 x 7-3/4 in., some warping and age splits to case, lid does not fully close, lacking one sewing implement (unused compartment), scattered stains and losses to fabric linings, music box elements partially functioning at time of inspection (stop mechanism not functioning) Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500 ◉This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
89 Four Miniature Tortoiseshell Boxes British, 19th century, several with silver or mother of pearl inlay, comprising: coin purse; card box; tea caddy; tabletop box; largest 4 x 6-1/4 x 4-3/4 in., some cracks, lifting, and scattered losses to tortoiseshell veneers, tears and losses to fabric and 90 tin linings Fine Regency Mechanical Fireplace Bellows Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina British, 19th century, brass and wood construction with hand crank mechanism, Estimate: $600 - $900 6-1/4 x 17-3/4 x 8 in., some spotting and discoloration to brass elements, scratches, ◉This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under crank mechanism loose on frame, possibly lacking one element, wood body with federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable some age splits government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state Estimate: $200 - $400 and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn. 32 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
91 Three Georgian Officer’s Gorgets late 18th/early 19th century, British with center gorget possibly French, brass construction, turned edges and pierced shoulders, two flanking gorgets with engraved “GR” cipher below crown with attendant laurel branches, center piece with prominent asclepius rod emblem; framed, 11-1/2 x 14-1/2 x 2-1/2 in., good overall, surface oxidation and polish lines, one with collar split, not removed for examination Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $900
92 British School Portrait (18th century) Gentleman in Brocaded Red Coat, with feigned spandrel, circa 1780, unsigned, oil on canvas, 29-3/4 x 23-5/8 in.; period giltwood Kent style frame, 36 x 31 x 1-1/2 in., linen lined, retouch, old tear repair upper right, crackle, yellowed varnish, surface dirt, original canvas detaching from lining upper right corner, loose in frame; frame with wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 A note accompanying painting attributes this portrait to Martin Archer Shee (Irish, 1769-1850).
93 British School Portrait of a Child (18th century) A Young Child Holding a Black Terrier, within a feigned oval, unsigned, oil on canvas, 21 x 15-1/2 in.; reverse profile wood frame, 29-1/4 x 24 x 1-3/4 in., lined with burlap, stretched on old strainer, surface dirt, thick yellowed varnish layer, accretion, stabilized crackle, craquelure, small puncture hole lower center; frame with wear and abrasions, separation at corners Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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94 Three British School Watercolor Portraits of Children (19th century) Girl in blue dress with flower basket, John Jones label on frame verso; Girl in white dress with cherries; Boy with whip and toy horse; unsigned, all watercolor on paper, largest sight 6-1/8 x 5 in., smallest sight 5-1/2 x 3-3/4 in.; miscellaneous wood frames, largest 10-3/8 x 9-3/8 x 1-1/2 in., smallest 8-1/4 x 6 x 1/2 in., not examined out of sealed frames, toning, fading, foxing, stains, handling grime; frames with wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
96 British Queen Anne Mahogany Turret Top Card Table 18th century, oak secondary, single drawer, flip top with green felt playing surface, cabriole legs with scrolled brackets and pad feet on casters, 29-1/4 x 32-1/4 x 161/4 in., while open 28-1/2 x 32-3/4 x 32-3/4 in., significant fading to top and front finish, wear and loss to felt, drawer with patch near runner, restoration to carved scroll with another missing Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600 34
95 British Provincial William and Mary Oak Wingback Open Armchair early 18th century, old dark brown stain, arms terminating in scrolls, turned legs and stretchers, white on red plaid upholstery, 50-1/2 x 24 x 33 in., seat height including loose cushion 24-1/2 in., structurally stable, scattered structural and surface restorations, upholstery with fading and some fraying, three feet with restoration to facing, metal brace to stretcher Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700
97 Chippendale Figured Walnut Parcel Gilt Mirror 18th century, burl walnut veneer on pine frame with parcel gilt trim, the pierced crown carved with gilt acanthus leaf, scratch carved accent, 29-1/2 x 19 x 1-1/4 in., later mirror plate, scattered restorations and repairs to ears, moldings, and veneers, some very minor loss to carvings Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
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98 British Chippendale Thomas Winstanley Mahogany Tall Case Clock, Wigan, late 18th century, oak and pine secondaries, engraved brass face with calendar wheel and seconds sweep, roundel engraved with maker and “WIGAN”, brass movement, figured mahogany waisted case with blind fretwork, pendulum included, 94 x 23-1/4 x 11-1/2 in, movement not tested, bonnet with loss to molding, restoration to break at molded lip holding bonnet, one finial support replaced with the other missing, (finial does not fit in current hole), back of base replaced, white painted accretion to base edge, later seatboard, restoration with later screws to cheeks Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
99 Three Silver Trinkets English silver tea caddy scoop, marks for Birmingham, 1900, .925 fine, 2-3/4 in.; sterling postage scale, 2-1/4 in.; Continental silver tea caddy scoop with rooster, 3 in., 58 grams total, all with wear Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $600 100 Three Piece Victorian English Silver Coffee Service London, 1869-1870, paneled sides with engraved decoration, ivory spacers and finial, monograms, marks for W & G Sissons (William & George Sissons), .925 fine, 36.72 oz. T., 8-3/4 in. coffee pot with matching open sugar and creamer, clear marks on base and coffee pot lid, sugar with small dent in base (does not sit flat), cracks in ivory finial, all with wear and small dents Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
101 Ornate Framed English Needlework Prayer Sampler, Eleanor Smith signed and dated “Eleanor Smith, her own work done in the year 1793”, with birds, butterflies, and scrolling floral and foliate vinework, sight 16-1/2 x 12-3/4 in.; bird’s eye maple frame, 20 x 16-1/4 x 7/8 in., not examined out of frame, areas of toning, fading, and loss, lettering with some thinning(?) to thread; frame with abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700
102 George II Mahogany and Needlework Pole Screen British, possibly Irish,18th century, floral basket needlework panel with parcel gilt trim, tripod pole with turned base, hairy paw feet, original iron spider, 58 x 24 x 19-1/2 in., restorations to needlework frame at joints, one joint loose with separation, loss to bottom of one leg near knee, needlework backing with staining and discoloration, screen doesn’t tighten securely around the pole with current hardware Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $700 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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103 George III Carved Mahogany Kettle Stand British, 18th century, octagonal top with carved gallery, tea cup slide, finely carved stop fluted stand on tripod base with foliate carvings and scrolled feet, on later casters, 26 x 17 x 17 in., later facing at cup slide and possibly lacking facing to opposite side, break and repair to one leg with metal brace and associated patches, gallery and top molding restored Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
104 British George III Mahogany Piecrust Tripod Wine Table British, 18th century, piecrust top, turned tripod stand on flattened ball and claw feet, the underside with “XXXVIII”, 25-1/4 x 20-1/4 x 20-1/4 in., attractive old surface with stains and fading to top, glue restoration to middle of stand, spider brace to base, restoration to break at ankle, the other feet with glue restorations, top and base likely married, breakouts at leg attachments, edge patches and distress to top Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $300
106 Georgian Mahogany Inlaid Silver Mounted Knife Box serpentine front with hinged lid over divided velvet lined interior, silver mounts including handles, escutcheons, and feet, probably English silver, several pieces marked “IW”, 12-1/2 x 8-1/4 x 8-1/4 in.; with two pistol grip English silver hollow handle knives, “IH” makers mark only, 8-3/8 in., some warping and age splits to case, silver elements with notable tarnish, one paw foot off but present, velvet liner with some fraying and small losses throughout, some losses to barberpole inlay; knives with replaced blades Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
105 Pair of Victorian English Silver Adam Style Candlesticks Sheffield, 1899, square forms with rams head, swag, and urn decoration, marks for Martin, Hall & Co (Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall), weighted bases, 12 in., good condition, marks on bases and bobeche, typical wear, rusted weighted bases Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $900 36 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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107 Georgian Elm Hanging Spoon Rack and Box probably English, 18th or 19th century, with lift top lower compartment, 28-3/8 x 12-7/8 x 6-3/4 in., scattered bumps and abrasions commensurate with age and use, old stain/paint to lid surface, abrasions and minor age splits to backboard, large crack and separation to bottom board, old nails present but rack elements with later reinforcements Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
108 Fine George III Floral Inlaid Satinwood Tea Caddy late 18th/early 19th century, unusual form with domed lid, highly figured satinwood, 4-3/4 x 4-1/2 x 4-1/4 in., linen lining applied to base, minor surface abrasions, some losses to interior lining Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
109 Short Land Pattern British Brown Bess Flintlock Musket circa 1790s, smooth bore .75 cal., round and tapered 42-1/4 in. barrel, “Crown / GR / Broad Arrow” proof mark above “Crown / Crossed Swords” proof mark near breech, small stamped “MB” on left side of barrel near breech, sight on top of barrel near muzzle, lock plate with double line borders, marked with “Crown / GR” in front of cock, ”small crown with arrow” ordinance mark stamped under pan, “TOWER” stamped vertically behind cock, walnut full stock, brass ramrod guides and thimble, side plate, trigger guard, butt plate, and shield on wrist, iron swivels, carved “1st R / CBM” next to a large backwards “B” on right side of stock, indiscernible small “crown” stamp behind rear of trigger guard tang, several proof marks in the fore most ramrod channel, 58 in. overall, oxidized bore, dark brown patina with pitting to exterior of barrel, worn proof marks, pitting on cock and frizzen, clear marks on the lock plate, stock with dings, abrasions, and staining throughout, 2 in. split to left side of stock, small split in wood at front of lock plate, other minor separations in grain, dent and abrasions to front ramrod guide, dent to trigger guard, butt plate with abrasions and dings, wear and dings to other metal components, pitting on ramrod, cock, frizzen, and trigger appear to function correctly Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
110 Imperial Japanese WWII Navy Officer’s Kai-Gunto Katana 20th century, the blade inscribed “海軍鎌倉天照山鍛錸所 or Imperial Navy [place name][place name] forging-place”, iron tsuba, habaki inscribed with the name “佐藤太郎 or Sato Taro”, shagreen and dark green fabric tsuka with iron menuki, cutting edge 28-1/2 in., overall 42 x 3 x 2-1/2 in. with saya, discoloration and trapped dirt, minor nicks to blade, some polish wear, some rust to rings on saya, lose to painted surface of saya, small tear to shagreen at end of tsuka Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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111 Fine Pair of George III Filled Brass Candlesticks English, circa 1755, lead base plate with pitch infill, 10-1/2 x 5 x 5 in., polish and wax residue, crumbling to pitch, scattered discoloration to metal, some warping, no evidence of earlier plating; one with small areas of verdigris; one with some collapsing and warping Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200 This design is pictured in Domestic Metalwork: 1640-1820 by Rupert Gentle and Rachael Feild, p. 149, fig. 92, where it is called “probably the most beautiful of all candlestick designs.”
113 Two Signed Candlesticks and Pair of Taper Sticks with Similar Lobed Bases English, mid 18th century, comprising: two similar candlesticks, one impressed at base “George Grove” and the other “...Durnall”; one pair of taper sticks, unmarked; largest 8-5/8 x 4-3/4 x 4-3/4 in., wear commensurate with age and use, some bends and crookedness, some accretion and verdigris to candle cups; Grove candlestick with small hole and repair to base; Durnall candlestick with crack to base and old loss to drip pan; one taper stick with some verdigris Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500 38
112 Pair of Gothic English Turned Brass Candlesticks English, possibly 16th/17th century, 7-7/8 x 5-1/8 x 5-1/8 in., wear commensurate with age and use, scattered areas of discoloration to metal, dents to bases, slight bends to stems Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
114 Two Pairs of Brass Candlesticks probably English, mid 18th century, comprising: pair of brass candlesticks with scalloped bases and wax pans; pair of brass candlesticks with push-up ejectors; larger 8-7/8 x 4-3/4 x 4-3/4 in., wear commensurate with age and use, areas of discoloration to metal throughout, wax residue and verdigris to candle cups; one scalloped candlestick with small crack to base, the other lacking dowel support Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
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115 Five Brass English and Continental Candlesticks comprising: pair of candlesticks with octagonal bases; candlestick with lobed foot; probably Dutch, possibly mid 17th century, Heemskirk candlestick; bell metal candlestick with octagonal base; largest 7-7/8 x 4-7/8 x 5 in., wear commensurate with age and use, wax residue and verdigris to candle cups; lobed example with hole at top of base; Heemskirk example with two areas of solder repair and separation at top of drip pan, some small dents to base; bell metal example with dent to candle cup Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
116 Seven Brass Lighting and Tobacco Related Objects Continental/Dutch, 18th century, comprising: engraved tobacco box, large double lidded honor box, five lighting devices, largest 8 x 9-1/4 x 5 in., all with scattered dents, some areas of spotting and discoloration, and verdigris; double lidded box with heavy verdigris and surface wear, larger compartment lid does not open (stuck in place), lock mechanism not tested, lacking key; one lighting device basin with several tears and losses to pan; tobacco box with some solder repairs to lid interior, verdigris Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
117 Ten Custom Leather Prize Presentation Bindings ten assorted titles finely bound, gilt ruled and blindstamped covers with seal or title of various schools/institutions (Freemen’s Orphan School, Bowdon College, Manchester Grammar School, etc.), many with label pastedown naming award recipient and prize, marbled endpapers and edges, titles include: The Heroes of Asgard by A. & E. Keary; Poetry of Sir Walter Scott; Poems of Robert Browning; Deeds That Won the Empire by W. H. Fitchett; Character by Samuel Smiles; Old Mortality by Sir Walter Scott; Lorna Doone by R. D. Blackmore; Latin Literature by J. W. Mackail; Quentin Durward by Sir Walter Scott; The Huguenots by Samuel Smiles), scattered scuffs, scratches, and small losses to leather, a few bumped corners, some fading to spines; Latin Literature with some chipping to upper spine, cracked front hinge Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
118 16 Tan Leatherbound Volumes, History and Literature including: Macaulay’s works (History of England...A New Edition in Two Volumes; Critical and Historical Essays; Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches), London: Longmans, Green, & Co., 1878-1880, four volumes, bound in signed Riviere & Son tree calf binding with gilt ruled covers and inner dentelles, marbled endpapers and edges; Lectures on Modern History by William Smyth, London: H. G. Bohn, 1854, two volumes, bound in signed Riviere & Son tree calf binding, marbled endpapers and edges; and others (see additional photos of spines for titles), some light scuffs, scratches, and small losses to leather, some bumped corners; Smiles front board starting; Coxe front board detached Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
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119 41 Green and Blue Leatherbound Volumes, British Literature and History including: Carlyle’s Works, London: Chapman and Hall, [n.d.], 18 volumes; Dickens’ Works, London: Chapman and Hall, [n.d.], 14 volumes; Ainsworth’s Works, London: George Routledge and Sons, [n.d.], nine volumes, scattered scuffs, scratches, and small losses to leather and boards, some bumped corners, some chipping and losses to spine/board tops Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
120 33 Tan Leatherbound Volumes, British and Continental History including: Lives of the Lord Chancellors... by John Lord Campbell, London: John Murray, 1856, ten volumes (complete); Causeries du Lundi by C. A. Sainte-Beuve, Paris: Garnier Freres, [n.d.], text in French, eight volumes; The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte by Sir Walter Scott, Edinburgh: Ballantyne and Co., 1827, five volumes (of nine, non-consecutive); Theatre de Plaute by J. Naudet, Paris: Garnier Freres, [n.d.], text in French, four volumes; A History of the Earth and Animated Nature by Oliver Goldsmith, Glasgow: A. Fullarton & Co., 1839, six volumes, scattered scuffs and losses to leather and boards, some bumped corners; Goldsmith titles with spine chipping and losses, several hinges cracked, boards starting (unstable) Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
121 37 Assorted Leatherbound Volumes, History and Literature including: The Poetical Works of William Cowper, London: Frederick Warne and Co., [n.d.], bound in tree calf leather with gilt ruled covers; The Select Works of Bret Harte in Prose and Poetry, London: Chatto and Windus, [n.d.]; Annual Report 122 of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution...1871; 1878, Washington: 33 Leatherbound Volumes, British and Continental Literature Government Printing Office, 1873-1879, two volumes; Historical Sketches of North including: Oeuvres de Victor Hugo, Bruxelles: La Societe des Bibliophiles Belges, Carolina, from 1584 to 1851 by John H. Wheeler, Philadelphia: Lippincott, Grambo 1842, text in French, 14 volumes; Oeuvres Completes de Victor Hugo, Paris: J. and Co., 1851; History of the War of Independence of the United States of America Hetzel, [n.d.], two volumes; The Works of William Shakspere [sic], Edinburgh: W. & by Charles Botta, New Haven, 1838, two volumes (complete); and others (see R. Chambers, 1856, nine volumes (lacking vol. I); The Works of Lord Byron, London: additional photos of spines for titles), scuffs, scratches, scattered losses to leather John Murray, 1837, eight volumes (assorted), scattered scuffs, scratches, and losses and boards, several with chipping to spines, some bumped corners throughout, to leather, some bumped corners; Hugo (Hetzel) hinges brittle, one front board scattered areas of foxing throughout nearly detached Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500 Estimate: $300 - $500 40 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
123 20 Red Leather Bindings, English Literature including: Novels of George Eliot, Edinburgh/London: William Blackwood & Sons, [n.d.], A New Edition, eight volumes bound in seven (complete); Collection of British Authors, Leipzig: Bernhard Tauchnitz, 1873, Tauchnitz Edition, 13 volumes, scattered scuffs, light scratches, and small losses to leather, some bumped corners; some volumes of British Authors with chipping at spine/board tops Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
124 Paul Louis Narcisse Grolleron (French, 1848-1901) French Infantry Soldiers Resting by a Fire Near a Berm, signed lower right “P. Grolleron”, oil on canvas, 17-1/8 x 26-1/4 in.; gilt wood and composition frame, 24-1/2 x 33-3/8 x 2-1/2 in., wax and linen lined, retouch mostly in sky area, crackle, surface dirt, yellowed varnish; frame with light wear Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joeand-betsy-byerly-january-29-2026-20715/catalog#catalog Click here to view lots and detail photos.
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125 Continental School Nature Morte (18th century) Pheasant and wild birds with basket, not apparently signed, oil on canvas, 24 x 40 in.; black painted wood frame, 28-3/4 x 45 x 2 in., retouch, stretcher marks, crackle, yellowed varnish, surface dirt; frame with wear and abrasions Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
126 Abraham Munting Botanical Engravings (Dutch, 1626-1683) Three from Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen, 1696, Pieter van der Aa, Francois Halma, Leiden, publishers: Fig. 106, Apocynum Americanum Asclepiadeum; Fig. 105, Apocynvm Virginianvm; Fig 222, Nummularia Americana; engravings with late hand coloring on laid paper, plate 12-1/2 x 8-1/8 in., sheet 15-1/4 x 9-3/4 in.; matching 18th century style black and parcel gilt wood frames, 18-3/4 x 13-1/4 x 1-1/4 in., one examined out of frame; hinged at top corners with archival tape, good color with minimal foxing and light toning, slight handling grime, some with waviness to papers; frames with light wear Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $900 Depicting gigantic floating plants with romanticized landscapes and entwined with banners identifying the plant, Abraham Munting published his Waare Oeffening der Planten in Amsterdam in 1672 with 40 engraved plates. In 1696 a posthumous edition, Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen, with 245 plates, was published in Leiden by Francois Halma. A third edition was also published titled Phytographia Curiosa exhibens arborum, fructium, herbarum & florum Icones with text in Latin.
127 Black Forest Musical Rabbit Form Whip Holder, German, 19th century, in the form of an anthropomorphic rabbit dressed for the hunt, 14-1/2 x 4-1/4 x 3-1/2 in., working at time of inspection, lacking barrel of rifle, chip to proper left ear, old, fragmentary label verso, some wear to rear panel (wall hook likely replaced) Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200 42
128 Rococo Carved and Giltwood Mirror British or Continental, 18th or 19th century, carved giltwood frame crowned with floral basket, 56 x 32-1/2 x 2 in., largely resurfaced with gold paint, scatted flaking and surface losses, later braces and reinforcements to breaks, replaced mirror plate Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700 https://live.brunkauctions.com/auctions/brunk/estate-of-joe-
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129 Ten Pieces Continental/English Silver Flatware and One Pewter Spoon Irish silver ladle with shell bowl, marks for Michael Homer, Dublin, 1758, 15-1/4 in.; toddy ladle with baleen handle and decorated bowl, 14-1/4 in.; two 18th century English spoon, partial marks; 1809 English silver spoon; Continental silver ladle with dramatic bowl; Denmark spoon, 1750; 19th century Denmark spoon; two Continental silver spoons, 20.12 oz. T. excluding toddy ladle; with one pewter spoon, Irish ladle with small crack in handle Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $1,000
131 Four Gilt Bronze Desk or Table Objects comprising: French, crystal inkwell with faux lapis lazuli and gilt bronze base; French cobalt glass and ormolu miniature planter with gilt bronze stand; Viennese miniature enamel and gilt bronze clock; small glass inkwell in the form of a goat and cart with marble base; largest 3-1/4 x 8 x 3-1/2 in., wear commensurate with age and use; crystal inkwell with chips and fleabites, three feet of base with solder repair; planter with minor wear to glass, some bends and warping to stand; clock functioning at time of inspection, rear legs slightly bent, hairlines to face; goat form inkwell with some crookedness, chip, wear, and fleabites to glass, chip to marble base Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
130 Set of Meissen Style Allegorical Porcelain Figures Continental, 19th/20th century, representing the four seasons, unmarked, largest 6-1/4 x 4 x 2-5/8 in., scattered chips, some with firing separations to base as made, some minor loss to gilt and polychroming Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
132 18th Century Chip Carved and Decorated Folk Art Puzzle Box inscribed at one end “1741 BI”?, walnut with carved floral and geometric decoration, 5-1/2 x 10-1/4 x 3-3/8 in., wear commensurate with age and use, pest damage, scattered small nicks and chips Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
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133 Figural Bronze Match Holder possibly Dutch, after a bronze smoking companion by Pierre Xavery (1647-1683?), red marble base, 6-7/8 x 5-3/4 x 4 in., attractive dark patina, wear commensurate with age and use; chips to base Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $200 - $400
134 Small Salt Glazed Bellarmine Jug German, 17th/18th century, bartmann or “bearded man” jug with medallion, 6-3/8 x 4 x 4-1/4 in., good overall condition, light wear commensurate with age and use, anomalies as made, some chipping to foot Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $300 - $500
135 Two Early Olive Green Blown Glass Wine Bottles 18th century, unmarked, larger 8 x 5-1/2 x 5-1/2 in., areas of roughness, scattered surfaces scratches and scattered air bubbles throughout, typical wear and small edge chips at rims, anomalies as made; smaller example with jagged pontil Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $600
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