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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
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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
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 #: 121
Lenox "Rapunzel - The Legendary Princess" Hand Painted Porcelain FigurineClosed$42.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 122
Crystal Vanity BoxClosed$21.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 123
Signed 1983 Liberace Concert Program For The Las Vegas ShowClosed$9.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 124
Vintage Capodimonte Porcelain Wall MountClosed$6.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 125
Hand Carved Jacaranda Lidded Tabletop Boxes, Set Of TwoClosed$45.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 126
Fun Collection Of Vintage EarringsClosed$44.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 127
Three Piece Collection Of Teak Salt And Pepper GrindersClosed$85.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 128
Circa 1971 Limited Edition Embossed Paper Art, Pencil Signed And NumberedClosed$52.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 129
Large Collection Of C. Hugo Pott German Stainless Flatware, Linden Pattern, 137 PieceClosed$925.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 130
Vintage Embroidered Kaftan, Made In The Philippines, Together With An Embroidered TunicClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 131
Vintage Japanese Lacquerware Tea Drinking Game.Closed$4.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 132
Carved Chinese Hardstone Bonsai Tree.Closed$143.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 133
Framed Painted Chinese ScrollClosed$88.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 134
Vintage Cast Iron Smiling Buddha Table Top SculptureClosed$102.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 135
Four Vintage Japanese Decorative ArtsClosed$6.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 136
Eight Albums Of Commemorative American Stamps Including Roosevelt, Washington & MoreClosed$40.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 137
A Pair Of Portfolio's Titled Sarajevo Graphic PoetryClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 138
Signed Artist's Proof Of French Stamps Depicting Champs-ElyseesClosed$59.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 139
Collection Of European Artist Portfolios And PrintsClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 140
Collection Of Commemorative United States And International StampsClosed$12.00 Winning Bid