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A large Earlysville collection with strong New England roots. Many of the antiques and country pieces were acquired in New England and reflect a traditional American country collecting style. More than 580 lots include early furniture, primitives, carved decoys, folk art, stoneware, blue-and-white china, sterling silver, artwork, garden pieces and household finds. Bidders will find a wide mix for the home, garden, and collection.
First, the furniture includes an 18th-century pine hutch table and an English oak and walnut side table from about 1840. Also look for Chinese elm furniture, Windsor-style seating, mahogany tables, and country furniture.
In addition, the auction has a strong mix of primitives and country décor. Highlights include old treenware, a 19th-century pine tool caddy, stoneware, pewter, and rustic home accents. There is also a large group of carved and painted bird decoys. Makers include Vince O’Neal, Jim Slack, James Haddon, L.A. Seymore, and Jim Gibbs.
Blue-and-white china also appears throughout the sale. For example, bidders will find Chinese ginger jars, Asian pottery, transferware, Mason’s ironstone, Japanese china, and American salt-glazed stoneware. There are also Staffordshire dogs, Beswick figures, Royal Doulton pieces, and other animal figures.
Meanwhile, the silver offerings include an Alvin “French Scroll” sterling flatware service in a wooden chest. The weighable pieces total more than 2,725 grams. A vintage Mueck-Cary sterling child’s cup is also included. Plus, several lots offer silverplate flatware and serving pieces.
Art is another part of the sale. Featured names include Edith Caywood, Theodore DeGroot, Mary Lou Goertzen, and others. In addition, bidders can browse fox hunting prints, bird prints, floral art, folk art, and country scenes.
Beyond these highlights, the auction includes old and vintage books, lamps, garden items, kitchenware, tools, and household goods. Outdoor lots include planters, garden figures, birdbaths, iron décor, and yard equipment.
Overall, this Earlysville auction brings together antiques, primitives, decoys, country furniture, blue-and-white china, sterling silver, folk art, and many useful estate finds. With more than 580 lots, there is plenty to discover from start to finish.
