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The Estate of Ronald & Elizabeth Sher of Fearrington Village @ Apex, NC [Deceased]
Sale closed on
Thursday, October 21st 2021 at 8:05 PM EST
Thursday, October 21st 2021 at 8:05 PM EST
BRG is pleased to offer the distinctive contents of the estate of Ronald and Elizabeth Sher, a pair of adventurous, well-traveled and talented former government officers. This unique and interesting estate showcases their lifelong aggregation of furniture, art, decorative arts and more -- all hailing from the innumerable domestic and international locales visited and lived-in by the couple during the course of their lives. Their beautifully kept home in Fearrington Village of Pittsboro, NC holds an eclectic treasure trove for bidders of every style, taste, and budget. If these items could only talk! One can only imagine the stories behind the unique pieces collected from their travels and official international government interactions. Happy bidding!
ABOUT THE COUPLE: In the post World War II and Cold War eras, Ronald and Elizabeth Sher shared successful careers inside the U.S. Department of State. Elizabeth was a retired Foreign Service Staff Officer and Ronald was a U.S. Navy veteran (enlisting at the age of 17) and retired foreign service officer for the USIA (U.S. Information Agency). Both spent their lifelong careers dealing with diplomats and dignitaries around the world in various former Soviet Union "Iron Curtain" countries like Russia and Yugoslavia, as well as China, Southeast Asia, Togo, Senegal, Germany and beyond. In fact, between the pair, they explored and visited over 55 countries. After their retirements from government service, the couple continued to serve their community's charities and organizations in philanthropic and volunteer capacities. Visit our Blogs to learn more about this couple.
ABOUT THE COUPLE: In the post World War II and Cold War eras, Ronald and Elizabeth Sher shared successful careers inside the U.S. Department of State. Elizabeth was a retired Foreign Service Staff Officer and Ronald was a U.S. Navy veteran (enlisting at the age of 17) and retired foreign service officer for the USIA (U.S. Information Agency). Both spent their lifelong careers dealing with diplomats and dignitaries around the world in various former Soviet Union "Iron Curtain" countries like Russia and Yugoslavia, as well as China, Southeast Asia, Togo, Senegal, Germany and beyond. In fact, between the pair, they explored and visited over 55 countries. After their retirements from government service, the couple continued to serve their community's charities and organizations in philanthropic and volunteer capacities. Visit our Blogs to learn more about this couple.
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NC AUC LICENSE #10322
1009 Classic Rd
Apex NC 27539
Saturday, 10/23, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
1009 Classic Rd
Apex NC 27539
Saturday, 10/23, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
Friday, 11/5 through Saturday, 11/6, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Friday, 11/5 through Saturday, 11/6, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 11/13, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 11/13, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/10, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/10, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Saturday, 12/11, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Dallas TX 75207
Saturday, 12/11, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 1
Rose Cabat (American, 1914-2015) Signed Studio Art Pottery Bud VaseClosed$320.00 Winning Bid -
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Chinese Hardwood Silver CabinetClosed$501.00 Winning Bid -
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After Pablo Picasso (French, 1881-1973) Offset Lithograph, "Portrait Of Sylvette David In Green.."Closed$260.00 Winning Bid -
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Pair Of Chinese Hardwood Altar CabinetsClosed$265.00 Winning Bid -
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Figural Chinese Terracotta Roof TileClosed$114.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 6
Chinese Hardwood Nesting Tables, Set Of 2Closed$106.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 7
Rosenthal Germany Studio Linie Madonna Abstract Crackle Ware FigurineClosed$80.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 8
Large Chinese Ink On Paper Depicting A Galloping Tang HorseClosed$260.00 Winning Bid -
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Lovely Carved Chinese Jadeite Bangle BraceletClosed$345.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 10
Mid Century Modern Walnut And Suede Side Table/Magazine RackClosed$130.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 11
Antique Likely Chinese Tested Silver Repousse Nesting Boxes, Set Of 3Closed$158.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 12
Amazing Chinese Hardwood BarClosed$560.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 13
Figural Chinese Terracotta Roof TileClosed$50.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 14
Collection Of Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Jewelry, 5 OZTClosed$76.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 15
Chinese Blanc De Chine Horseman FigurineClosed$60.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 16
Large Relief Carved FaceClosed$88.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 17
Vintage Dayton's Full Length Mink Coat, Approximate Size SClosed$270.00 Winning Bid -
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Signed Mid-Century Oil On Board. AbstractClosed$120.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 19
Pair Of Vintage African Carved Hand Fans.Closed$48.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 20
Vibrant Vintage Woven Wool Area Rug (104" X 64")Closed$550.00 Winning Bid