Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Location: Holiday Inn, Boxborough, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough, MA 01719
(978) 263-8701
The 'no host' bar will open at 6:30.
The Italian buffet will be served at 7:00.
The SILENT AUCTION will close at 8PM.
The LIVE AUCTION will follow.
People who are not having the buffet are welcome to arrive at 7:45 to bid on the Silent and Live auctions.
Italian Buffet Dinner - includes Chicken Parmesan with Penne Pasta, Minestrone Soup, assorted dessert and assorted soda and tea and coffee. Deadline for dinner orders is October 15th!
Tickets are $25 per person (with $5 going to BRFOA)
CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS.
For more information: Julie Wright, Annual Auction Coordinator jwbeagle@hughes.net
Donations are GREATLY APPRECIATED and can be shipped to:
Debra Metcalf
Attn: BRFOA Auction
43 West Townsend Rd
Lunenburg, MA 01462
If you would like to donate an item to be auctioned off, we ask that print the BRFOA DONATION FORM and include it with your shipment. By doing so, those bidding will learn more about the item, and we will be able to send you your tax-deductible receipt with our THANK YOU.
This year, for the FIRST TIME EVER, we are offering PROXY BIDDING! Now you can take part in the Auction, even if you cannot be there! For more information, download the Proxy Bidding Form HERE.
The following items are just a preview of merchandise which will be available for bidding on November 8th!
Please continue to check back, additional items will continue to be added to this page.
ITEM #1036 -
"Silver Beagle Pendant" -Solid Sterling Silver beagle head pendant. This is a brand NEW Design, much larger than previous ones! Beautiful! Value $500
Size: 1-1/2"
Generously donated Kevin & Darla Brooks, B. B.
Unlimited, Inc.
ITEM #1035 -
"Hand-made Chocolate" -Finest milk chocolate, molded into the shape of dog bones and paw prints! Adorable AND delicious! 1 box each to the 4 Highest bidders.
Size: 2lb./each box.
Generously donated by Deb Zimny Kern
ITEM #1034 -
"B-Makowsky Leather Bag (Camo design)" -Fashionista Alert!! This designer Bruce Makowsky bag is done in drum-dyed Italian LEATHER – soft and beautiful in an incredible camo design. Bruce has stores from Milan Italy to Rodeo drive in LA. This tote style bag has a back cell phone pocket, interior storage pocket, and secured internal zipper area. Roomy enough for most laptops, i-pads, etc. At retail, this bag sells for over $300.00. It is beautiful.
Size: 15” X 11”
Generously donated by Betsy Manifold, Barrister Beagles
ITEM #1033 -
"Issac Mizrahi Pebble Leather Bag (Lavender)" -Issac Mizrahi was the lead designer for Liz Claiborne for years and has taken the NY Fashion scene by storm. This lovely satchel has room for most laptops, i-pads, etc and goes from casual to business. It is a deep lavender and what beagler doesn’t want all things purple!! This bag has a retail value of over $200.
Size: 12” X 12”
Generously donated by Betsy Manifold, Barrister Beagles
ITEM #1032 -
"Hand Painted Beagle Shirt" -
Woman's long-sleeved denim shirt with a hand-painted Beagle on the pocket. Win it Tuesday night and show it off by wearing it on Wednesday at the National Specialty!
Size: XL
Generously donated by Carol Herr, Roirdan Beagles
ITEM #1031 -
"Master Bedroom" by Andrew Wyeth -
Master Bedroom depicts a dog lying curled up on a bed in a peaceful afternoon slumber. The sunlight streams through the small window into the dim room and casts shadows on the blanketed bed. The walls are left unadorned. Although there is only the window, the bed and the dog, a cozy, comfortable aura emanates and encompasses the observer.
1965, Framed (as shown below).
Generously donated by S. Terri Giannetti & Ted Swedalla - Beowulf Kennel
ITEM #1030 -
"Convertible Elite Pet Gate" -3-In-1 Pet Gate does it all It's a freestanding gate, a room divider and a pet pen all in one! Beautifully crafted from durable, sustainable rubberwood with wire grid, this versatile solution features specially designed caps that lock panels securely in place at 90º or 180º angles. For more details, please visit the "In the Company Of Dogs" website.
Size: 6 panels and it is shown as a gate that can be made into a pen,
no wire top .
Generously donated by In The Company Of Dogs
ITEM #1029 -
"Dog-Lover's Sweater" -Very heavy knit sweater, featuring assorted breeds, including a Beagle! Previously worn; cuffs, waistband and collar are black knit and slightly faded. Other than that, great condition! **(PLEASE NOTE: This item may be moved from the Live Auction to the "Silent Auction" on the day of event.)
Size: XL.
Generously donated by Darlene Stewart -AlaDar Beagles and Jack and Dotti Antis
ITEM #1028 -
"A Check" -Wall hanging created by this year's National Beagle Club trophy artist. Regina was generous enough to make an additional piece of each of the major prizes she was commissioned to do to offer as fundraisers. The sculpture was inspired by Maud Earl's 1905 painting "A Check".
13" x 21", Cast marble resin mounted on slate, the back is finished with felt and complete with hangers for mounting.
Generously donated by Regina May
ITEM #1027 -
"Beagle Weathervane" -Wall hanging created by this year's National Beagle Club trophy artist, Regina May. Regina made this one of a kind piece specifically for this year's BROFA auction.
11" x 19", Cast marble resin mounted on slate, the back is finished with felt and complete with hangers for mounting.
Generously donated by Regina May
ITEM #1026 -
"The Country Store" -Authentic Moss Print. Now you have a chance to own this print which was originally sold out! A closer view of the print also shown.
19" x 23", 1994.
Generously donated by Michelle Sager and Tony Castellano, Whiskey Creek Beagles
ITEM #1025 -
"Beagle Welly Boots" -Make a splash. For practical weather protection plus fun fashion flair, nothing beats authentic British Wellies. Waterproof matte-finish rubber printed with canines is lined with breathable poly/cotton. Side gusset with cinch strap assures a comfortable fit at the calf. The ankle-high Wellibob has stretch insets and plush "fur" lining. Both have rubber pull tabs. Imported.
The purchaser will receive a Welly Boot Gift Certificate so they can choose their style (short or long) and size!
Generously donated by In The Company Of Dogs
ITEM #1024 -
"Dog Bone Necklace" - Hand beaded necklace with a Dichroic Glass dog bone drop. The beads are a combination of Swarovski crystals, Bead Gallery Beads and retro beads from the 1960's.
Beads are purple to magenta in color with retro gold beads and a toggle closure.
18" in length.
Generously donated by Kay Robert, Bakersfield, CA
ITEM #1023 -
"Lucky Coat" -Silky-soft sheared faux fur in a paw print pattern, black on white, with full lining and pockets and invisible closure in the front. First offered in last year's BRFOA auction, the purchaser of this coat went on to win 13" Winner's Bitch at the Nationals! Now known as 'the lucky coat', it has been generously re-donated for someone else to capture it's magic this year!
Size: XL
Generously donated by Debbie Tissot, Albedo Beagles
ITEM #1022 -
"Beagle-Themed Garden Paver" -A cute edition to any garden!
Approximate size: 9" in diameter.
Generously donated by Steve and Kelly Yarish, Full Moon Beagles
ITEM #1021 -
"HAND CRAFTED WOODEN CRATE" -This crate is built to last a lifetime; so beautiful it deserves a place in your living room or den with the finest furniture. It is framed in oak with Bamboo plywood top and bottom. Bamboo has twice the hardness and strength of oak. All pieces are joined with dowels, mortise and tenon joints instead of nails or screws. Hinges are recessed and the handles are antique cabinet pulls featuring dog heads. Crafted by Ted Swedalla.
VALUED AT $600!, 24 L x 18 H x 18 W.
Generously donated by S. Terri Giannetti & Ted Swedalla - Beowulf Kennel
ITEM #1020 -
"ANOTHER PIECE OF THE PUZZLE: PUPPY DEVELOPMENT" Authors: Pat Hastings and Erin Rouse-An incredibly useful book about puppy raising and socialization. It is written in a concise, easy-to-read format and is actually a collection of smaller articles written by various authors.
Paperback, FIRST EDITION!
Generously donated by Debbie Tissot, Albedo Beagles
ITEM #1019 -
"THE BEAGLE" Author: Ann Phillips-Hardcover book on Beagles with over 120 color pictures.
AUTOGRAPHED COPY!, 148 pages.
Generously donated by A Friend of the Beagle Rescue Foundation Of America
ITEM #1018 -
"CURIOUS PUPS" -Matted Picture featuring two cute pups as they discover a chick.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1017 -
"JUNIOR HUNT CLUB" -Beautifully Matted Picture showing a pack of pups ready for the hunt!
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1016 -
"BEAGLES ON THE ROCKS" -Statue featuring Beagle pals.
Country Artists Ltd., #89051
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1015 -
"BEAGLE ON A LOG" -Beagle statue.
No info, just cute!.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1014 -
"BEAGLE PLAQUE" -Oval-shaped Plaque features a modern tricolor Beagle.
5" x 8", Can be placed on stand but also has hook for hanging!
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1013 -
"ENGLISH BONE CHINA" -Gold-Trimmed Plate features two adorable pups cuddling.
English Bone China, Fenton China Company.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1012 -
"WHY NOT" -Gold-Trimmed Plate featuring beautiful tricolor Beagle in the field
Simon Mendez, Danbury Mint, Plate #A7143.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1011 -
"SHREDDING THE EVIDENCE" -Gold-Trimmed Plate featuring adorable pups doing something that we've all probably witnessed them doing at one time or another!
Hamilton Collection, Plate #0181A (1992).
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1010 -
"SADDLING UP" -Gold-Trimmed Plate featuring adorable pups making mischief.
Hamilton Collection, Plate #0741A (1994).
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1009 -
"PUPPIES AND POSIES" -Gold-Trimmed Plate featuring adorable pups among colorful flowers.
Frankin Mint, Plate #D8681.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1008 -
"BUSHEL O'BEAGLES" -Gold-Trimmed Plate featuring adorable pups peeking out from a barrel.
Frankin Mint, Plate #GA3471.
Generously donated by Susan Bradley
ITEM #1007 -
"SBQ AD" -Celebrate your special Beagle with a FULL PAGE black/white advertisement in the 'Show Beagle Quarterly'!
Valued at $135.
Generously donated by The Show Beagle Quarterly
ITEM #1006 -
"BRONZE BEAGLE STATUE" -A lovely 2/350 LIMITED EDITION handmade Beagle headstudy. Original purchace price of $200.
Cold-Cast Bronze, 8" tall, base - 6" in diameter.
Plaque also shown.
Generously donated by Alice Rehm
ITEM #1005 -
"STAINED GLASS BEAGLE" -A beautiful handmade stained glass Beagle motif that can be hung in a window frame.
Glass, 18" W X 20" H
Generously donated by Jackie Lawrence, Desperado Beagles
ITEM #1004 -
"HOUND BAG" -this lovely bag is the perfect accessory for carrying all of your essentials in style!
Fabric & Vinyl, 10" x 18"
Generously donated by Michelle Sager & Tony Castellano, Whiskey Creek Beagles
ITEM #1003 -
"HOMEMADE HAPPY LEGS" -Helpful aid for training your dog to "stack", for grooming, taking photographs, ect.
Excellent condition, Carrying case 17" x 19"
Generously donated by Michelle Sager & Tony Castellano, Whiskey Creek Beagles
ITEM #1002 -
"VARYING HARE" -Matted limited edition rabbit print by Don Whitlach. Estimated Value, $90.
Inscription also shown, 16" x 20"
Generously donated by Michelle Sager & Tony Castellano, Whiskey Creek Beagles
ITEM #1001 -
"BEAGLE COMFORTER" -It's really more of a comforter than a quilt! Won at the inaugural BRFOA auction in '95 and it sat in a closet ever since!
Unused, 40" x 52"
Generously donated by Michelle Sager & Tony Castellano, Whiskey Creek Beagles
At this time, BRFOA does not have a WEEKLY auction. But, the BLUEBONNET BEAGLE RESCUE does!
Please consider visiting the
Bluebonnet Beagle Rescue to bid on other neat stuff!
