117 Tunnel Road
Asheville, NC 28805
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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Mar 26, 2026
South Carolina, early 19th century, rectangular form, engraved floral decoration, applied die rolled borders, scroll handles, engraved "Gadsden", marks for Nathaniel Hayden (Charleston, South Carolina, working 1832-1843 and New York, NY working 1843-1855), "Charleston", 27.45 oz. T., 4-1/4 x 13 x 7 in.
Note: The Gadsden family is a prominent American lineage with deep roots in South Carolina, best known for Revolutionary War patriot Christopher Gadsden, designer of the "Don’t Tread on Me" flag, and his grandson James Gadsden, the diplomat behind the 1853 Gadsden Purchase. The family originated in Hertfordshire before establishing a major presence in Charleston. Their legacy endures through landmarks such as the City of Gadsden, Alabama and the historic Gadsden House in Charleston, South Carolina.
Purchased items will be available for pick up or shipping from our Asheville, North Carolina auction facility within ten business days of the auction, or will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser's risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be packed by an agent such as a packaging store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment is received. Shipment of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We are happy to provide names of carriers and shippers if a purchaser so requests. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items.
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