Wiregrass Estate Sales is honored to have been chosen to liquidate the estate of Mr. Frederick Leo Bateman, Jr. ("Rick") of Tallahassee, Florida.  The estate is packed with great things, from furniture to fine art to furniture, and everything in between!  

The following was taken from Ricks obituary: "Rick" Bateman, Jr., 55, of Tallahassee, FL, died Monday, December 3, 2012, at Emory Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Born March 11, 1957 in Mitchell County, Mr. Bateman was the son of Freddie Bateman of Camilla, GA and Peggy Boutwell Carroll of Stark, FL. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Tallahassee, FL. Rick will be remembered as a prominent trial attorney and advocate, both in the courtroom and before numerous governmental agencies. His law practice focused on complex business litigation, where he had a reputation as zealous counsel second to none. Before legislative bodies, Rick was a political force in representing the interests of the development community. After completing law school at the University of Florida, Rick began practicing law in Orlando, Florida. In the early years of his practice, he relocated to Tallahassee. At the time of his death, Rick was affiliated with the Business Trial Group of Morgan & Morgan as well as the principal of the Bateman Harden law office. Rick was an active member of the Executive Committee of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Council of Leon County as well as the Leon County Citizens Charter Review Committee. Rick was active in philanthropic activities, his favorite charity was the Special Olympics.

UPDATE 07.09.13: We have began working on this great estate.  WOW!!  The art!!!  I will say it again, THE ART!!  The art in this estate is phenomenal!  If you are a fine art collector or dealer, don't miss this opportunity!  50+ pieces of beautiful art!  Most of it is 19th century English originals, with a few American, Caribbean, folk art and contemporary pieces mixed in! Almost all is by WELL LISTED artist.  There is a lot of sporting and hunting themes, plus beautiful landscapes.  But, don't let that fool you!  Around the corner you will find funky contemporary pieces and even several large pieces by Missionary Mary Proctor!  In addition to art, there are many very nice rugs, beautiful high-end furniture, glassware, china, linens, garage items and more!  Will provide a better listing sooner to the sale date.

Cash or debit/credit cards preferred!!  We will accept Bank Issued (Not Personal) Cashier's Checks made payable to Wiregrass Estate Sales. Once Again NO PERSONAL CHECKS.

Please pay attention to sale times, as we are based in Central Time Zone and the sale is Eastern Time Zone:

 Doors open at 9 am sharp EASTERN TIME ZONE,

8 am CENTRAL TIME ZONE!!!.

Partial Listing:

ART: Phenomenal Collection of Original Art and Etchings, mostly 19th Century British with some Contemporary American and Folk Art Pieces mixed in. Some of the Artists are: John Emms, Alfred William Strutt, W. Frank Calderon, William Henry Hunt, John Scott, General William John Chamberlayne, Thomas Noel-Smith, Lionel Grimston Fawkes, Edwin Cooper, Aurore Brunet, Rolfe, Strasser, Anthony Vandyke Copley Fielding, Thomas Hand, Don Kerr, William Bennett, William Andrews Nesfield, Josiah Clinton Jones, Fisher, Matilda Heming (nee Lowry), Missionary Mary Proctor, Beth Anderson, Henry Graves, Han Kleiber, Arthur Wardle, Christine Peloquin, Renee Harcombe.  Folk Art Carved Snake, Fold Art Pointer Dog Painting, Antique Map of Cuba, St. Teresa Beach Sign, Prints of Hanging Game, Haitian and Other Caribbean Art, Prints, Folk Art Carved Wood Fish, Folk Art Horse Tricycle, Signed Willie Nelson Poster.

FURNITURE: Fine Leather Sofa, Loveseat and Chair with Nail Head Trim, English Draw Leaf Table, Two Round Top Duncan Phyfe Lamp Tables, Mission Arts/Craft Coffee Table and Rocking Chair, Two Ornate European Carved Gentlemens Chairs, Faux Ivory/Travertine Console Table, Several Humidors on Stand, Easel, Huge Wood Framed Mirror, Pr. Upholstered Side Chairs, Two Brass/Marble Plant Stands, Oak Glass Front Bookcase, Oak Sideboard w/Mirror, Oak Bow Front China Cabinet, Drop Leaf Oak Side Table, Victorian Hall Tree w/Mirror, 1930's Chest of Drawers, Victorian Corner Chair, Fine Oak Carved Library Table w/Chair, Mahogany Sleigh Bed, Victorian Dresser w/Mirror, Mahogany Empire Chest w/Mirror, Leather Armchair w/Nail Head Trim, Oak Bedside Cabinet, Contemporary Bedside Table, Empire Oak Low Table w/Marble Top, Awesome Chrome Legged Chair (New), Pr. Contemporary Ottomans, Organ Stool, Empire Mahogany Vanity w/Trifold Mirror, Oak Press Back Rocking Chair, Gout Rocking Stool, Large Wine Rack,  Square Dining Table w/Chairs and Bench, Leather Sofa w/Chair and Ottoman, English Oak Planter Box, Several Pieces of Nice Office Furniture, Trestle Table w/Bench, 3 Contemporary Bar Stools, Patio Table w/Chairs, 2 English Brass Kindling Boxes, Empire Dresser w/Mirror, Pr. Contemporary Bookcases, Tommy Bahama Style Armoire, Inlaid Sleigh Bed, Pr. Bamboo Bedside Cabinets, Inlaid Chest of Drawers, Small Chippendale Mirror, 8 Mission Oak Dining Chairs, 4 Vintage Rattan Chairs, Large Rattan Arm Chair, Several Headboards and Bed Frames.

Rugs: Several Very Nice Persian Rugs and Runners, Karistan Rug.

Lamps and Lighting: Floral Painted Converted Oil Lamp, Bradley & Hubbard Brass Lamp, Illuminated World Globe, Converted Brass/Glass Oil Lamp, Davidson College Brass Lamp, Milk Glass Gone With The Wind Lamp, Several Floor Lamps, Several Pairs of Lamps.

Odd And Unique: Humidors, Rare Antique Set of Dominoes, Shed Antlers, Several Pairs English Turned Wood Candleholders, Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup, Collectible Boxes, Galileo Telescope, Model Ship, South American Pottery, Game Calls, Wine Bottles, Boot Scrapers.

China/Pottery/Glassware: Several Pieces McCoy and Hull Pottery, Set of Mikasa Arabella China, Set of Studio Nova Greek Key China, Hunt/Game Scene Plates, Cut and Pressed Glass, Waterford, Crystal, European Silver/Cut Glass Decanter,  Pheasant Glassware Set, Kentucky Derby Glasses, Ruby and Cobalt Glassware, Radko Snack Set, Pyrex Bowls.

Books: Lots of books (including Antique and Contemporary) many related to hunting/fishing and art, cookbooks.

Housewares: Small Appliances, Flatware, Pots and Pans, Huge #12 Griswold Skillet, Knife Sets, Several Flat Screen TVs, Gas Grill, Refrigerated Wine Cooler.

Clothing and Jewelry: High End Mens Clothing and Lots of It, Polo, Izod, Many Custom Tailored Suits, Shoes, Hats, Ties, Watches, Sunglasses.

Linens: Nice Comforters, Sheets, Towels, Pillows.

Garage: Flower Pots, Hammocks, Poulan Chain Saw, Coolers, Gary Fisher Mountain Bike, Trimmer Mower, Dog Crate, Lots of Tools, Golf Clubs, Travel Golf Case, Aluminum Travel Gun Cases, Vacuum, Antique Safe, Hand Tools, Huge Fan, Several Office Chairs, Ammunition.