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The Estate of Ronald & Elizabeth Sher of Fearrington Village @ Apex, NC [Deceased]
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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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BRG BOSTON
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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BRG GREENWICH
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/10, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/10, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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4829 Gretna Street Suite 103
Dallas TX 75207
Saturday, 12/11, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
4829 Gretna Street Suite 103
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 #: 201
Assorted 19 Piece Collection Of German Porcelain Serving WareClosed$18.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 202
Signed Abstract PhotographClosed$24.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 203
Vintage Otagiri Japanese Lacquerware Tray, "Tortoise Shell" PatternClosed$42.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 204
Pair Of Mid-Century Porcelain CandleholdersClosed$38.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 205
Vintage Signed Embossed Art On Paper, Set Of 2Closed$47.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 206
Six Piece Collection Of Asian-Themed Tabletop AccessoriesClosed$8.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 207
Large Collection Of Table Top DecorClosed$105.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 208
An Elegant Pair Of Table LampsClosed$4.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 209
Trio Of Chinese Woven Nesting Table Top BasketsClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 210
Stylish Pair Of Crystal VasesClosed$38.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 211
Chinese Hand Painted Porcelain Charger PlateClosed$17.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 212
Collection Of Laos Postage StampsClosed$1.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 213
Mod Vintage Lucite Vanity Set, 6 PieceClosed$260.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 214
Vintage Six Piece Collection Of Rocks GlassesClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 215
Hand Painted And Glazed Terracotta Art PotteryClosed$4.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 216
Chinese Woven Hanging Scroll With Hand Painted Figural Landscape, SignedClosed$16.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 217
Vintage Val St. Lambert Trio Of Crystal AshtraysClosed$10.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 218
Collection Of Eight Carved Wooden Chinese Style PlinthsClosed$48.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 219
Six Piece Collection Of Crystal And Glass FigurinesClosed$35.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 220
Vintage Leonard (20th C.) Mali Travel Poster, Circa 1960sClosed$37.00 Winning Bid