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Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, ...

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Jan 29, 2026

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A full day of objects from the personal collection of Betsy and Joe Byerly of Greensboro, NC. Founded in 1937 by Joe’s parents, Byerly Antiques became a tradition by focusing on Joe’s passion towards Southern furniture. As a founding member of MESDA in Old Salem, NC, he earned the respect of curators, historians, and collectors who depended on his remarkable expertise. We are honored to bring this collection to the market. Of note are a Swisegood walnut corner cupboard along with five pieces of MESDA documented furniture, Southern furniture, paintings, pottery, and decorative arts objects. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com

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• Lot Description

  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 of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution...1871; 1878, Washington: Government Printing Office, 1873-1879, two volumes; Historical Sketches of North Carolina, from 1584 to 1851 by John H. Wheeler, Philadelphia: Lippincott, Grambo and Co., 1851; History of the War of Independence of the United States of America by Charles Botta, New Haven, 1838, two volumes (complete); and others (see additional photos of spines for titles)

  Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina

• Provenance

  Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina

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  scuffs, scratches, scattered losses to leather and boards, several with chipping to spines, some bumped corners throughout, scattered areas of foxing throughout Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.