Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 26
Fine North Carolina Federal Walnut Chest on Frame
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Sold for
$8,500
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 |
Rowan County, early 19th century, yellow pine secondary, mellow old surface, five thumbnail molded drawers including false double drawer, the case on original arched frame with pendant drops and cabriole legs terminating in trifid feet, 44 x 40 x 19-1/2 in.
Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
Note: Closely related examples from this well documented group include MESDA refs. S-20308 and S-20309.
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Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
fine overall condition, original brasses and frame, strip patches at two drawer lips, break at one top side molding, frame with later corner blocks, minor cracks and wear to feet, typical repairs at some drawer guides
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