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Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 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.
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Lot 24

North Carolina Painted Chest of Drawers

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Starting Bid
$750

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possibly circle of Jacob Sanders, Montgomery County, 19th century, yellow pine throughout, nine nailed construction drawers, applied edge moldings, bracket feet, original red painted surface with white floral motif to drawers, 54-1/2 x 44 x 20-1/8 in.

Provenance: Jeffery Evans & Associates, November 14, 2010, lot 378, sold for $3,393 (copy of invoice included); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina

Note: See June Lucas's "Paint-Decorated Furniture from Piedmont North Carolina" (American Furniture 2009), pp. 106-115, for a discussion of the Jacob Sanders furniture group; in 2010 Jeffrey Evans & Associates indicated this chest descended in the family of Alsey Alexander Maness (1825-1909) and Nancy Melton Maness (1833-1899), Cotton Creek area of Montgomery Co., family history indicates that this chest was built by a neighboring member of the Bailey family.

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Jeffery Evans & Associates, November 14, 2010, lot 378, sold for $3,393 (copy of invoice included); Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina

attractive wear to paint with some minor wear and retouch, minor pest damage, minor edge wear, cracks and repairs to nailed on drawer facings; three foot brackets replaced 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.