Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 68
Dave McGary, Bear's Nest
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Sold for
$6,000
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(American, 1958-2013)
1994, maquette edition 19/50, from the Warriors Series, signed and editioned on base verso, patinated and polychromed bronze on rotating wood base, approximately 23-3/4 x 17 x 12 in.
Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
Note: In 1984, sculptor Dave McGary spent the summer at the Fort Peck Reservation in Montana, where he met a man named Bears Nest, the great-grandson of an Oglala Sioux warrior who bore the same name. The elder Bears Nest fought in the Battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876, and through stories carefully passed down within the family, his descendant was able to share with McGary detailed accounts of his ancestor’s role in the battle, as well as descriptions of his traditional weaponry and attire. This lot is accompanied by artist pamphlets and other ephemera regarding the artist's work and this specific sculpture.
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Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
surface dirt, lacking two feathers on cloth of shield proper lower left, both of the detached feathers accompanying sculpture, base with some surface abrasions 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.
